Descaling - Do’s and Don’ts - Waste Disposal (WEEE) & Plug Wiring

Sep 27, 2026

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Descaling instructions explain how to remove calcium and mineral deposits using 0.5 litres of food-grade white vinegar, including removing the filter, running the descale cycle, and responding to the flashing red descaling light and end-of-cycle beep. Guidance then covers safe hygiene practices and usage rules, including temperature handling limits and proper bottle stand adjustment, plus strict warnings against unsafe filter use. The document also provides WEEE disposal information and describes how to identify plug wiring (earth, neutral, live) and fuse replacement requirements.

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Descaling procedure

Safety indicators and steps

Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s

Don’ts

Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) disposal

Proper disposal guidance

Mains plug wiring and fuse information

DESCALING The descaling process will remove deposits of calcium and other minerals in the system that may affect its A red warning light will illuminate when the unit requires descaling soon. If the light flashes, you should descale immediately Remove the filter. Fill the water tank with 0.5 litres of clear white vinegar (food grade) . Place a suitable container under the spout. Press the descale button for 2 seconds. The system will now run a descale process. During this process the red descale light will continue to flash. At the end of the descale process a beep will sound and the descale light will switch off. The red cleaning mode light will now flash. Follow the SET UP steps 1-15 (no need to use step 9a or 12 if refitting current filter) 1 5 6 7 DO’S AND DON’TS DOS It is essential that good hygiene practices are observed in the use and maintenance of your Perfect Prep machine. ✔ Ensure your hands and all surfaces that come in to contact with the machine and its components (including filter) are clean. ✔ This product is intended for use with Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Perfect Prep Water Filters which are available from all Perfect Prep machine stockists. USE OF ANY OTHER WATER FILTER WITH THIS PRODUCT COULD PUT YOUR CHILD’S HEALTH AT RISK. ✔ Before first use clean the unit following the set up steps provided in this leaflet. ✔ Keep the unit away from direct sunlight. ✔ Only use cold tap water during regular use. ✔ Keep the outside of the unit clean. ✔ For your childs safety always check the food temperature before feeding on a sensitive part of your skin. ✔ Be careful when handling boiling water. ✔ Always adjust the height of the bottle stand so the bottle neck is close to the dispensing spout. This is to maintain the temperature of the water and to avoid any splashes. ✔ Keep well clear of the dispensing spout as the unit produces steam and very hot water. DON’TS ✘ Do not allow the water tank to be contaminated. The inside of the unit should only be cleaned by following the cleaning process steps provided in this leaflet. ✘ Do not clean with solvents or harsh chemicals. ✘ The appliance is intended for use in a kitchen. It is not suitable for use in a nursery. ✘ Do not use hot water other than during cleaning cycles. If water in the tank is higher than 25°C, the unit will not operate. If this happens, either change the water or allow the water to cool and restart. ✘ Do not pour boiling water over the water filter. ✘ When topping up the hopper, do not fill beyond the max line. ✘ Be careful not to spill any water on the outside of the machine. ✘ Do not remove the back panel from the unit. INFORMATION ON THE DISPOSAL FOR WASTE ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (WEEE) This symbol on the products and accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper disposal for treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. In some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of a new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help you save valuable resources and prevent any possible effects on human health and the environment, which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest collection point for WEEE. Penalties may be applicable for the incorrect disposal of this product in accordance with national legislation. The product is fitted with a BS 1363 mains plug containing a 13A fuse. If it ever becomes necessary to replace the fuse, only use fuses that are marked BS 1362, and rated at 13A. In the unlikely event that this plug is not suitable for the sockets in your home, it should be removed and a suitable plug fitted as follows: The wires of the

FAQs

What should you do when the red descaling light flashes?

Descale immediately. The system will continue running the descaling process while the red descaling light flashes, then switch off after a beep at completion.

How much food-grade white vinegar should be used for descaling?

Fill the water tank with 0.5 litres of clear white vinegar (food grade).

What are the key safety rules for using the machine and cleaning the water tank?

Ensure hands and all contacting surfaces are clean, use only the specified Tommee Tippee filters, clean the inside only using the provided cleaning steps, and do not use solvents or harsh chemicals.

Sep 27, 2026

Uploaded by Terk