Tea? Hot chocolate? Instant soup? If you have a taste for it, the Hamilton Beach 1.7 Liter Glass Kettle can have it ready in minutes, incorporating the best of Good Thinking. With 1500 watts, this electric kettle can boil water faster than a microwave, and is safer to use than a stovetop kettle because it automatically turns off when the water reaches a boil. The modern soft blue illumination in the glass kettle along with a brushed, stainless steel base is compact, space-saving and looks great on the kitchen counter. Serving at the table is no problem as the kettle lifts right off the 360-degree rotating base without the cord. The powerful rapid-boil system provides fast heating from any standard outlet and the auto shut-off function helps keep the kettle from boiling dry. 1.7 Liter Glass Kettle features a stay-cool handle, push-button lid and easy-pour spout that make filling and serving easy. A cord wrap is under the base for space-saving storage when not in use.

Allow the kettle to cool before cleaning. To disconnect electric kettle before cleaning, make sure the kettle is off, then remove the plug from the outlet. For optimum performance clean mesh filter every time, do not use abrasive scouring pads or cleaners since this may damage the stainless steel surface. Instead, rinse the filter periodically under running water and gently brush with a clean toothbrush. Before use, fill kettle with selected amount of water with mesh filter in place, and ensure that water level is between 0.5 L and MAX on the water level window and on level surface before serving. Overfilling the kettle may cause boiling water to spit out of the spout. Do not use for any other purpose than heating water, as other liquids or food will contaminate the interior and void the warranty. If the kettle floor starts turning colors, don’t panic. This is normal and tends to happen, and does not affect the kettle’s performance. Note: Care must be taken when handling the kettle to avoid spilled hot liquid, scalding or burns.

Concerned about the kettle discoloring or boiling dry? No worries, this electric kettle is equipped with safety devices to give you the ease and peace of mind during and after use. Also, if the kettle is accidentally switched ON without being filled with water first, don’t fret. The kettle’s automatic safety setting will automatically switch OFF.