Bonavita BV382510V 1L Gooseneck Electric Kettle
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING: This appliance utilizes a high-wattage relay for arriving at the desired water temperature. In some instances, this relay may cause slight flickering of lights on the same circuit. It is best to use this appliance on a dedicated circuit or with all other appliances off during this appliance’s use. It will not damage electrical systems, but caution should be used to not overloading this circuit with other appliances running at the same time.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
- Read all instructions.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
- To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, do not immerse the cord, plugs, base, or kettle in water or other liquid.
- Never leave the appliance unattended when in use. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
- Unplug from the outlet when not in use, when empty, and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance has malfunctioned, or has been damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free Customer Assistance Number for examination, repair, or replacement.
- Do not use a base unit other than the one supplied. The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by the appliance manufacturer and may result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table, countertop, or touch hot surfaces. Always store the excess portion of the power cord in the underside compartment of the base unit.
- The digital kettle must be operated on a flat surface. Do not place on or near a hot electric or gas burner, or in a heated oven, or on the top of other electric appliances.
- Plug the cord into the wall outlet and then turn it on. To disconnect, turn the base off, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
- Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
- To avoid circuit overload, do not operate another high-wattage appliance on the same circuit.
- Always remove the kettle from the base before filling. Remove all moisture from the bottom of the kettle before placing it onto the power base.
- Be aware of steam being emitted from the spout or lid, especially during refilling. Do not remove the lid during the heating cycle. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during heating cycles.
- Do not use the kettle to heat anything other than water. Do not fill above the ‘max’ indicator inside the kettle. If the kettle is overfilled, hot water may be ejected.
- Do not insert any object into the slots or holes of the kettle.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
EXTENSION CORDS
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer, detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a longer detachable power supply cord or extension cord is used:
- The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
- The extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
- The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be tripped over, snagged, or pulled on unintentionally (especially by children).
CAUTION: This appliance must be grounded when in use. To ensure protection against the risk of electric shock, connect to properly grounded outlets only.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
The appliance has a plug that looks like Figure A. An adaptor, as shown in Figure B, should be used for connecting a 3-prong grounding plug to a 2-wire receptacle.
The grounding tab, which extends from the adaptor, must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded receptacle as shown in Figure C, using a metal screw.
Operating Your Kettle
Before plugging the kettle into the wall outlet, check that the electrical circuit is not overloaded with other appliances.
SETTING UP THE KETTLE:
- Set the base on a flat, even, and steady surface.
- Remove the kettle from the base. Place the waterproof cover on top of the base. (ill A)
- Take off the lid. Fill the kettle with cold water (ill. B). Do not fill over the ‘max’ indicator marking.
- After filling the kettle with water, insert the lid into the kettle with the holes facing towards the handle. Plug the power cord into the standard wall outlet. (ill. C)
- Put the kettle firmly on the base and press the on/off button. The power on indicator light will turn on. The display flashes the set temperature for 3 seconds. (ill. D)
The factory default temperature is 185°F (85°C)
PREPARING THE KETTLE FOR FIRST TIME USE:
- Fill the kettle to the Max fill line with cold water and then heat at the maximum temperature setting, then empty.
- Let the appliance cool down for 1 minute.
- Repeat the heating cycle and rinse. Your kettle is now ready for use.
SELECTING THE DISPLAY TEMPERATURE UNITS, °F or °C:
Press the °F/°C button to display the temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius when the power is on.
SELECTING THE PRESET TEMPERATURES (ILL. E):
Press the temperature set button and continue to press it until your desired preset temperature is displayed.
Note: The Factory preset temperatures are: 60°C (140°F), 80°C (176°F), 85°C (185°F), 88°C (190°F), 96°C (205°F), and 98°C (208°F).
MANUALLY SETTING THE TEMPERATURE SET POINT
- Press the temperature set button. The last temperature set point flashes on the display.
- Press the + or – button to select your preferred temperature.
- Once the display stops flashing, the temperature is set, and the display shows the current water temperature.
Once you have set the temperature set point, it is stored in memory and will be recalled whenever you turn on the kettle. There is no need to set the temperature every time unless you want to change the set point.
During the heating cycle, the LED display shows the current water temperature. After the set temperature is reached, the heater will turn off, but the display will continue to show water temperature for up to 1 hour if the kettle isn’t removed from the base.
If the kettle is removed from the base during a heating cycle, the heating cycle and power on indicator light turn off. The LED will display “0 00”. When the kettle is returned to base, the display will show the current water temperature for 7 minutes and then turn off.
To manually interrupt the heating process, press the on/off button at any time. The heater and LED lights will turn off.
SELECTING WATER TEMPERATURE HOLD
This feature allows the kettle to reach and maintain water at a set temperature for up to one hour. This is an optional setting.
- First, select the temperature set point using the above steps.
- Press the hold button, and the hold indicator LED will turn on. (ill. E).
- When the set temperature is reached, the heater will turn off and on as needed to maintain the set temperature. The power on indicator light is on, and the LED display shows the current water temperature.
- When you lift the kettle to pour and return to the base, the hold button must be pressed again if you want to continue the hold temperature function. If you don’t press the hold button after returning the kettle to base, the display will show the current water temperature for 7 minutes, and then the unit will power off.
HIGH ALTITUDE USE
At higher elevations, water boils at lower temperatures. Use the graph below to set your kettle temperature.
ADJUSTING KETTLE LID TENSION
If you feel the kettle lid is too hard or too easy to remove from the kettle, please follow the steps below to adjust the tension:
- Take the lid off the kettle.
- Use a tool to adjust the three tabs of the kettle lid. If you push in the tab, the lid tension will be lessened and easier to push on and off. If you pull out the tabs, the lid will be harder to pull off.
- Adjust the tabs, replace the lid, and remove it to see if the adjustment is correct.
- Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have adjusted the lid to your preference.
- Clean the kettle regularly. This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts and requires little maintenance. Please leave any servicing or repairs to qualified personnel.
- Clean the outside of the base and the kettle with a damp, soft cloth.
- Clean the inside of the kettle with dishwasher detergent and rinse thoroughly with water.
- Do not use abrasive cleansers.
- After cleaning, dry the kettle and the base thoroughly.
When mineral scale builds up in your kettle, it can affect temperature consistency and slow down heating time. To ensure optimum performance, Bonavita recommends descaling the kettle when mineral build-up is visible inside the kettle.
Note: Vinegar may not effectively descale the kettle and can be difficult to thoroughly rinse. Vinegar may also leave behind an odor that could affect future uses. Bonavita recommends using Full Circle Descaler.
HOW TO USE FULL CIRCLE DESCALER:
- Mix 1 bottle or 1 packet of Full Circle Descaler with 32 oz of lukewarm water.
- Pour into the kettle.
- Bring the solution to a boil.
- Let the vessel cool for 15 minutes, then discard the solution.
- Rinse thoroughly with fresh water.
STORAGE
Clean and dry all parts before storing. Store the kettle in its box or in a clean, dry place. Never wrap the power cord around the kettle. Always use the cord storage on the bottom of the base.
Pour Over Manual Brew Coffee
Pour-over, or manual brew coffee preparation, is a great way to control your coffee quality. It does require more time than just flipping a switch, but for many, the higher level of engagement is part of the pleasure of consuming coffee.
Equipment needed:
Brewing manual pour-over method:
- Measure 6 ounces of water for each cup you intend to brew. Place measured water in the kettle and turn on the kettle to heat the water to your desired set temperature.
- Grind two tablespoons of coffee beans per cup.
- Rinse the filter cone, filter, and coffee pot (or whatever you are brewing into) with hot water to preheat them.
- Assemble the filter cone, filter, and vessel.
- Once the water reaches the set point, pour it into the filter. We recommend starting in the center and pouring in a circular pattern, moving gradually towards the edge of the coffee bed. A slow, steady pour allows for even extraction.
Tips:
- We recommend preheating the filter and cone. Pour a couple of ounces ~60ml of hot water into the filter and discard prior to adding coffee.
- If you have access to a scale, you can measure the amount of water while pouring.
- Pre-wetting the coffee grounds a minute before starting to pour over helps extraction.
- Pour-over coffee is ground finer than drip, but not as fine as espresso.
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