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    electric k ettle owner's manual SA VE THIS USE AND CARE BOOK Please call 1-800-231-9786 with questions. MGD550 *[...]

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    IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury , basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. ■ Do not touch hot sur faces or hot water . Use handles or knobs. Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching spil[...]

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    3 ELECTRICAL CORD The cord length of this appliance was selected to reduce safety hazards that may occur with a longer cord. If more cord length is needed, an extension cord may be used. It should be rated not less than 15 amperes, 120 volts, and should have Underwriters Laboratories or appropriate agency listing. When using a longer cord, be sure [...]

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    4 HOW TO USE WARNING : Do not heat an empty Kettle! The concealed heating element in the bottom of the Kettle is protected by an automatic safety device. If your kettle is accidentally plugged in without being filled or is allowed to boil dry , it will automatically repeat a cycle of turning off, cooling down, and coming back on unless unplugged. I[...]

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    5 1. Before first use, rinse the interior of the Kettle. Fill the Kettle at a faucet. Y ou do not have to fill it all the way to the top if you just want to boil a small amount of water . However , the minimum amount you must fill it to prevent the safety thermostat from cutting it off is 2 cups. Do not fill beyond the MAX FILL line inside the spou[...]

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    6 For service, repair , or any questions regarding your appliance, call the “800” number on the cover of this book. Do NOT return the product to the place of purchase. Do NOT mail the product back to the manufacturer nor bring it to a service center . Y ou may also want to consult the website: www .householdproductsinc.com. SERVICE OR REP AIR C[...]

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    7 U L ® Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Copyright © 2000 Applica Consumer Products, Inc. Pub No. 175623-00-RV00 Product made in People’ s Republic of China Printed in People’ s Republic of China FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Applica warrants this product against any defects that are due to faulty material or workmanship for a one-year peri[...]

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    electric k ettle Michael Graves The highly acclaimed work of designer Michael G raves has restor ed a sense of humanity to modern architecture. G raves, one of the most noted architects of our time, has designed buildings for such clients as Disney , TM including the company ’ s corporate headquarters and the W alt Disney TM W orld Swan and D olp[...]