10 ENGLISHFig.13To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment shouldbe performed by Makita Authorized or Factory ServiceCenters, always using Makita replacement parts.CleaningExterior of the applianceAfter the appliance is cooled, clean exterior of the appli-ance using clean clothes.If the appliance is very dirty, use a cloth dampened insoapy water. Then wipe the water off with dry cloth.Fig.14Interior of the kettleRemove the lid by pulling it out from the kettle as shownin the figure.Fig.15Rinse well with water, then dry the inside.FilterRemove the filter by pulling it out from the lid as shownin the figure.Wash the filter, then dry it.1Fig.16► 1. FilterTo install the filter and the lid, follow the removing pro-cedure in reverse.Removing scales inside the kettleThrough the use of the appliance, water scale will buildup inside the kettle. Water scale makes boiling ineffi-cient. If water scales becomes noticeable, clean theinside of the kettle with citric acid.1. Open the lid, and remove the filter from the lid.2. Pour water up to the maximum line into the kettle.3. Add 40 g (1.4 oz) of citric acid commercially avail-able into the water and stir it up. Then close the lid.4. Put the kettle on the power supply stand.5. Push the power switch.6. Leave the kettle for about 1 hour after boilingfinished.7. Drain the water and rinse inside of the kettle withwater.8. If you taste or smell citric acid, boil water only anddrain it.If the dirt is hard to remove, repeat steps 2 to 7.9. Dry the kettle and install the filter on the lid.StorageTo prevent fire or burning, allow the appliance to cooldown completely before you store it. Do not store thedischarged battery for long periods, as it can shorten itsservice life.