Key facts
- Brand
- Philips
- Model
- HD4686
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2012-03-13
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Philips HD4686 HD4685 Electric Kettle User Manual
This manual introduces the Philips electric kettle, describing its main parts such as the lid, anti‑scale filter, water level indicator and control panel. It explains safety precautions, proper placement, and how to connect the appliance to the mains.
The guide details how to operate the kettle: filling water, turning it on, selecting temperature, using the keep‑warm function, and descaling. It also covers special features like boil‑dry protection and troubleshooting tips.
Philips HD4686 specifications
| Maximum current draw | 13 A |
|---|---|
| Minimum water volume | 0.5 L |
| Temperature settings | 100 °C / 90 °C / 80 °C / 40 °C (or 70 °C for beige‑wood brown model) |
| Keep‑warm duration | 30 minutes |
| Boil‑dry protection | Automatic shut‑off when no water |
Source: Philips HD4686/90, HD4686/60, HD4686/30, HD4685/90, HD4685/60, HD4685/30 Kettle User Manual
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How do I set the water temperature?
Press the SET TEMP button one or more times; the selected temperature light will flash and then stay on when the set temperature is reached.
From: Philips HD4686/90, HD4686/60, HD4686/30, HD4685/90, HD4685/60, HD4685/30 Kettle User Manual
How can I clean the anti‑scale filter?
Remove the filter from the kettle, slide the basket off, clean the stainless‑steel mesh under running water, brush the filter, then reassemble.
From: Philips HD4686/90, HD4686/60, HD4686/30, HD4685/90, HD4685/60, HD4685/30 Kettle User Manual
