KitchenAid KEK1322 Glass Tea Kettle User Guide

: June 7, 2024
: KitchenAid

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KitchenAid® KEK1322 Glass Tea Kettle User Guide
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KitchenAid® KEK1322 Glass Tea Kettle User Guide

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PARTS AND FEATURES

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

GLASS TEA KETTLE SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
To protect against fire, electrical shock and injury to persons do not immerse base, cord, plug, or the Glass Tea Kettle in water or other liquids.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
Unplug the Glass Tea Kettle from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
Use of replacement parts or accessory attachments not recommended by manufacturer may result in fire, shock, or injury to persons.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let cord hang over counter or table edges, or allow to come into contact with heated surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
The Glass Tea Kettle should only be used to heat water.
Do not use the Glass Tea Kettle without lid properly closed.
Do not use the Glass Tea Kettle with loose or weakened handle.
Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
Do not clean the Glass Tea Kettle with abrasive cleaners, steel wool, or other abrasive materials.
This product is designed for indoor household use only. Not designed for commercial use.
Do not overfill the Glass Tea Kettle.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Electrical Warning

Voltage: 120 V.A.C.

Frequency: 60 Hz

Wattage: 1500 W

NOTE: The Glass Tea Kettle has a 3 prong grounded plug. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in an outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

A short power supply cord (or detachable power supply cord) should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

Longer detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used. If a longer detachable power supply cord or extension cord is used:

The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding type 3-wire cord.
The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

USING THE GLASS TEA KETTLE

PREPARING THE GLASS TEA KETTLE FOR USE

USING THE GLASS TEA KETTLE Warning

Before first use

Before using your Glass Tea Kettle for the first time, wash the kettle and steeper assembly, including the lid, in hot, soapy water, then rinse with clean water and dry. Fill the Glass Tea Kettle with water to the MAX fill line, place the steeper assembly in the Glass Tea Kettle, and run one cycle at the maximum temperature. To avoid damage, do not fully immerse the Glass Tea Kettle in water, and do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.

NOTE: The entire Glass Tea Kettle is hand-wash only. To avoid damage, do not wash any part of the Glass Tea Kettle, steeper, lids, steeper holder or the base with power cord in a dishwasher.

Before first use

Place the base with power cord on a flat, sturdy surface and plug it into a 3 prong grounded outlet, a chime will sound indicating that the power is on. If desired, wrap excess cord around the cord holder on the bottom of the base.

FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON USING THE GLASS TEA KETTLE

Visit kitchenaid.com/quickstart for additional instructions with videos, inspiring recipes, and tips on how to use your Glass Tea Kettle.

STEEPING CHART

NOTE: Making the perfect cup of tea is easy with the KitchenAid Glass Tea Kettle. Water temperature and steep time are two key elements for optimal tea flavor. For best results, follow the recommendation on your tea’s packaging for suggested water temperature and steep times. If it does not have these suggestions, see the chart below. Keep in mind, steep time determines flavor, so use a timer to find your perfect strength.

STEEPING CHART

Warm Mode: Warm is designed to keep your tea warm at the optimal drinking temperature 70°C/158°F.

NOTE: Some teas call for different temperatures. Check your tea package for suggested steeping times and temperatures.

OPTIONAL METHOD — BREWING WITH TEA BAGS

The Glass Tea Kettle may be used for tea bags as well as loose leaf tea. Use the following methods if you prefer to use tea bags.

Using the Glass Tea Kettle tea steeper: After the water reaches the correct temperature for brewing (see the “Steeping chart”), cut any strings or tags off of the tea bag, and place the tea bag directly into the tea steeper. Brew your tea as normal.
Placing tea bags directly into the Glass Tea Kettle: After the water reaches the correct temperature for brewing (see the “Steeping chart”), lift the tea steeper lid off of the Glass Kettle, and place the tea bag string over the inner edge of the kettle lid. Then, insert and twist the tea steeper lid to catch the string and suspend the tea bag in the water. Brew your tea as normal.

BREWING TEA

Fill the Glass Tea Kettle with filtered water up to the desired level for the amount of tea you want to brew. Do not fill past the Max line.
Put the lid back on the Glass Tea Kettle, without the steeper. The two lids are properly locked into each other when the indicator on the tea steeper lid is lined up with the indicator next to the locked symbol on the kettle lid. After locking the lids together, place the Glass Tea Kettle onto the power base.

IMPORTANT: We recommend adding tea and the steeper only after the water is heated.
Select the appropriate temperature for the kind of tea you are brewing by sliding the temperature selector to the correct setting. See the “Steeping chart” for more detailed information.
Press the ON/OFF button on the base to start heating the water. The light around the button will flash while the water is heating in the Glass Tea Kettle.
While the water is heating, place the tea steeper in the tea steeper holder to keep it steady while filling it with tea leaves (or tea bags). Follow the instructions on the tea packaging for the amount of tea to use.

OPTIONAL: To boil water instead of steeping tea, slide the temperature selector to HERBAL (100°C/212°F).

NOTE: For tea that does not include brewing directions, start with 1 Tbsp. per 10 oz. cup. Add more tea if the flavor is too weak, and less tea if the flavor is too strong. Experiment for the best flavor.
TIP: For best results, we recommend prewetting the tea leaves in the steeper with a little warm water before the steeper is added to the kettle. (This can be done while the steeper is in the steeper holder). This will allow the leaves to settle into the steeper during the steeping process.
Once the water reaches the correct temperature for brewing your selected tea, a chime will sound and the light around the ON/OFF button will stop flashing, but remain lit, indicating that the water is ready for steeping the tea.
Remove the tea steeper lid from the kettle after the desired temperature is reached.
Hold the tea steeper lid in one hand, and grip the tea steeper holder in the other hand. With slight downward pressure, rotate the tea steeper lid into place on the tea steeper. Then, using the handle, lift the steeper assembly up, out of the steeper holder.
Place the tea steeper lid assembly inside the kettle lid. Twist the handle so that the tea steeper lid locks into place in the kettle lid. When locked into place, the indicator on the tea steeper lid will line up with the indicator next to the locked symbol on the kettle lid.
Use a timer to brew your tea for the appropriate time. See the “Steeping chart” for more detailed information.
After steeping for the desired amount of time, twist the lid to release and lift the steeper assembly from the Glass Tea Kettle. Using the handle on the tea steeper lid, place the tea steeper assembly back in the tea steeper holder.

NOTE: Use the handle to remove. The steeper cylinder will be hot.
Hold the tea steeper lid in one hand, and grip the tea steeper holder in the other hand. With slight downward pressure, rotate the tea steeper lid off of the tea steeper. Then, place the tea steeper lid back inside the kettle lid, twisting to lock into place.
The kettle automatically goes into Warm mode after reaching temperature and holds for 30 minutes at Warm (158°F/70°C). The light around the ON/OFF button will remain lit while the Glass Tea Kettle is in Warm mode. If the kettle is removed, to keep the kettle warm after replacing it on the base, slide the temperature selector over to WARM and press the ON/OFF button again.

NOTE: Use the handle to remove. The steeper cylinder will be hot.
TIP: If the tea steeper lid is stuck on the tea steeper, this issue may be caused by twisting the tea steeper lid too tightly onto the tea steeper. Use a slight pressure to rotate the tea steeper lid when placing on the tea steeper. Do not over-rotate.

FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON USING THE GLASS TEA KETTLE

Visit kitchenaid.com/quickstart for additional instructions with videos, inspiring recipes, and tips on how to use your Glass Tea Kettle.

CARE AND CLEANING

DESCALING THE GLASS TEA KETTLE

Calcium deposits (scale) from water will build up in the Glass Tea Kettle over time and impair brewing efficiency and tea quality. If you notice scale buildup inside your kettle or that it takes longer than usual to brew, then it is time to descale. To get the best performance from your Glass Tea Kettle, clean frequently. The cleaning interval will depend on the hardness of the water you put into the Glass Tea Kettle. Descaling should be done as soon as possible to preserve the performance and life of your Glass Tea Kettle.

To descale the Glass Tea Kettle:

Fill the Glass Tea Kettle with white vinegar to the MIN (0.5 L) mark.
Add water to the 1.0 L mark.
Boil and allow to stand overnight.
Empty the solution from the Glass Tea Kettle.
Fill the Glass Tea Kettle with water, bring to a boil and drain out the water. Repeat this step twice. The Glass Tea Kettle is now ready to use.

CLEANING THE GLASS TEA KETTLE AND ACCESSORIES

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, never immerse the Glass Tea Kettle or the base in water or place in the dishwasher.

After using the Glass Tea Kettle, remove the lids and steeper. Wash the lid parts, steeper, and steeper holder by hand with a soft cloth, in warm sudsy water.
Clean the Glass Tea Kettle and base by hand only. Wash with a soft, damp cloth. Dry thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. Do not wash in the dishwasher. Do not immerse in water.

NOTE: After washing, store your Glass Tea Kettle out of the reach of small children.