1. Nga Tiaki Tiaki Nui
I te wa e whakamahi ana i nga taputapu hiko, me whai tonu nga tikanga tiaki haumaru hei whakaiti i te tupono o te ahi, te wiri hiko, me te whara ki nga tangata, tae atu ki enei e whai ake nei:
- Panuitia nga tohutohu katoa i mua i te whakamahi i te pata.
- Kaua e pa ki nga waahi wera. Whakamahia he kakau, he puku ranei.
- To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or the kettle base in water or other liquid.
- Me kati te tirotiro ina whakamahia e nga tamariki tetahi taputapu e tata ana ranei.
- Wewetehia mai i te putanga ka kore e whakamahia ana i mua i te horoi. Tukua kia whakamatao i mua i te whakakakahu, te tango ranei i nga waahanga, i mua i te horoi i te taputapu.
- Kaua e whakahaere i tetahi taputapu me te taura pakaru, te mono ranei, i muri ranei i te kino o te taputapu, kua pakaru ranei i tetahi ahua. Whakapa atu ki te ratonga kiritaki mo te whakamatautau, te whakatika, te whakatikatika ranei.
- Ko te whakamahi i nga taputapu taapiri kaore i te taunakihia e te kaihanga taputapu ka pa he ahi, he wiri hiko, he whara tangata ranei.
- Kaua e whakamahi i waho.
- Kaua e tukua te taura kia whakairi ki runga i te taha o te teepu, te porotiti ranei, ka pa ranei ki nga papa wera.
- Kaua e tuu ki runga, ki te tata ranei ki te hau wera, ki te mura hiko ranei, ki roto ranei i te oumu kua wera.
- I nga wa katoa, whakapiri i te mono ki te taputapu i te tuatahi, katahi ka honoa te taura ki te putanga o te pakitara. Hei momotu, whakawetohia tetahi mana ki te 'whakaweto', katahi ka tango i te mono mai i te putanga o te pakitara.
- Kaua e whakamahi i te taputapu mo etahi atu mea ke atu.
- Me tino tupato ki te neke i tetahi taputapu kei roto te wai wera.
- Me whakarite kia kati te taupoki i mua i te mahi.
- Ko tenei taputapu mo te kainga anake.
2. Hua Neke Atuview
The West Bend 1.5-Liter Electric Kettle is designed for quick and efficient water boiling. Its cordless design and 360° swivel base offer convenience for filling, pouring, and serving.
Āhuatanga matua:
- 1.5-Rita Rawa: Ideal for various hot beverages and cooking needs.
- Kowiri tira roto: Ensures water purity and durability.
- Stay-Cool Plastic Outer Layer: E whakarato ana i te whakamarumaru me te haumaru.
- Cordless Serving: Kettle lifts easily from its corded power base.
- 360° te turanga hurihuri: Allows for convenient placement and handling from any angle.
- One-Touch On/Off Button: Simple operation with an illuminating orange indicator light.
- Parenga Kohua-maroke: Automatically shuts off if the kettle is accidentally turned on without water.
- Weto-Aunoa: Kettle turns off once water reaches boiling point.
Waehanga:
- Electric Kettle (with lid and handle)
- Power Base (corded)
- Removable Filter (located inside the spout)

Figure 2.1: The West Bend 1.5-Liter Electric Kettle in black, showcasing tona hoahoa kiko me te kakau ergonomic.
3. Tatūnga
Te Wetewete me te horoi tuatahi:
- Tangohia marietia ngā rauemi tākai katoa mai i te ipu wai me tōna turanga.
- Wipe the exterior of the kettle and the power base with a damp kakahu.
- Wash the interior of the kettle and the removable filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly.
- Me whakamaroke katoa nga wahanga i mua i te whakamahinga.
Whakamahi Tuatahi:
Before using for the first time, or if the kettle has not been used for a long period, it is recommended to boil a full kettle of water and discard it. This helps to remove any manufacturing residues and ensures optimal performance.
- Fill the kettle with water to the MAX fill line.
- Whakatakotoria te ipu wai kia mau ki runga i tōna turanga hiko.
- Monohia te turanga hiko ki tētahi putanga hiko paerewa.
- Press the On/Off button to start boiling.
- Kia koropuke te wai, ka tutakina aunoa te ketere.
- Discard the boiled water. The kettle is now ready for regular use.
4. Nga Tohutohu Whakahaere
Whakakī i te Kettle:
- Me whakarite kua momotu te ipu wai mai i te putanga hiko.
- Pēhia te pātene tuku taupoki i runga i te kakau hei whakatuwhera i te taupoki.
- Fill the kettle with the desired amount of fresh, cold water. Do not fill below the MIN mark or above the MAX mark indicated inside the kettle. Overfilling may cause boiling water to spill out.
- Katia te taupoki kia pai te pao ki te waahi.

Figure 4.1: Filling the kettle with water. Ensure not to exceed the maximum fill line.
Te wai kohua:
- Place the filled kettle firmly onto its power base. The kettle can be placed in any direction on the 360° swivel base.
- Monohia te turanga hiko ki roto i te putanga hiko kua tu.
- Press the On/Off button located at the bottom of the handle. The button will illuminate orange, indicating that the kettle is heating.

Figure 4.2: Activating the kettle by pressing the On/Off button. The orange light indicates heating.
Automatic Shut-Off and Boil-Dry Protection:
- The kettle will automatically turn off once the water has reached a rolling boil. The orange indicator light will extinguish.
- If the kettle is accidentally switched on without sufficient water, the boil-dry protection feature will automatically turn off the heating element to prevent damage. Allow the kettle to cool down for a few minutes before refilling with cold water.
E mahi ana:
- Carefully lift the cordless kettle from its power base.
- Pour the hot water slowly and steadily.
- After pouring, return the kettle to its power base.

Figure 4.3: Lifting the kettle from its base for cordless serving.
5. Tiaki me te horoi
Regular cleaning and maintenance will prolong the life of your electric kettle.
Horoi o waho:
- Wewetehia te ketere i nga wa katoa ka tuku kia whakamatao i mua i te horoi.
- Horoia te mata o waho ki te ngohengohe, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads, as they may scratch the finish.
- Kaua rawa e rukuhia te pata me tona turanga hiko ki te wai, ki tetahi atu wai ranei.
Interior Cleaning and Descaling:
Ka taea e ngā putunga kohuke (te uku raima) te hanga i roto i te ipu wai i roto i te wā, inā koa i ngā wāhi wai mārō. Ka pā tēnei ki te mahi me te reka. Tangohia te uku o tō ipu wai i ia wā.
- Tikanga Winika: Fill the kettle with 2 cups of white vinegar and 2 cups of water. Let it stand for at least 30 minutes, or boil the mixture and let it stand for 15 minutes. Empty the kettle and rinse thoroughly several times with fresh water.
- Citric Acid Method: Dissolve 1 tablespoon of citric acid in 4 cups of water. Pour into the kettle and boil. Let it stand for 15 minutes. Empty the kettle and rinse thoroughly several times with fresh water.
- After descaling, boil a full kettle of fresh water and discard it before using the kettle for beverages.
Tātari Tātari:
- The removable filter in the spout can be cleaned by rinsing it under running water. If necessary, use a soft brush to remove any deposits.
- Kia tika te whakaurunga o te tātari i mua i te whakamahi i te ketere.
6. Te Raru
| Raruraru | Take pea | Rongoā |
|---|---|---|
| Kare te pata e wera. | Kettle not properly seated on base; Power cord not plugged in; No power at outlet. | Ensure kettle is correctly placed on the base; Check power cord connection; Test outlet with another appliance. |
| Ka whakaweto te kohua i mua i te kohua. | Too little water in kettle (Boil-Dry Protection activated); Mineral deposits (limescale) buildup. | Ensure water level is above MIN mark; Descale the kettle (refer to Care and Cleaning section). |
| He rerekē te reka o te wai, he matūriki rānei kei roto. | New kettle residue; Mineral deposits (limescale). | Perform first-use boiling and discard water; Descale the kettle regularly. |
| Kettle leaks from spout. | Kettle overfilled; Lid not properly closed; Filter not correctly installed. | Do not fill above MAX line; Ensure lid is securely closed; Check filter placement. |
7. Whakatakotoranga
- Tau tauira: KTWB2LBK13
- Raukaha: 1.5 rita
- Mana: 1500 Watts
- Voltage: 120V~60Hz
- Rauemi: Stainless Steel Interior, Plastic Exterior
- Tae: Pango
- Rahi Hua: 9.07"L x 6.3"W x 9.88"H
- Taumaha Tūemi: 2.36 Pauna
- UPC: 072244891232
8. Pūtāhui me te Tautoko
For warranty information or product support, please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase or visit the official West Bend webpae. Kaua e ngana ki te whakatika i te taputapu i a koe ano. Ko nga mahi i tua atu i te horoi me mahi e tetahi maataki ratonga whai mana.





