Kitchen Aid KEK1322SS User Manual

KEK1322

PARTS AND FEATURES

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Tea steeper lid
(center section of lid with handle)

Stainless steel lime scale filter

Removable stainless steel
tea steeper

Glass tea kettle

Kettle lid
(outer section)

Kettle
handle

Tea steeper holder

Kettle base

Temperature selector

Tea steeper assembly:
Removable stainless steel tea steeper*
and Tea steeper lid*

*Part also shown above

Cord wrap (on underside of base)

On/Off button

GLASS TEA KETTLE SAFETY

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against re, electrical shock and injury to persons do not immerse
base, cord, plug, or

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5. Unplug
Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.

6. 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.

7. Use of replacement parts or accessory attachments not recommended by
manufacturer may result in re, shock, or injury to persons.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over counter or table edges, or allow to come into contact
with heated surfaces.

10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

the Glass Tea Kettle from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.

the Glass Tea Kettle in water or other liquids.

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11. The Glass Tea Kettle should only be used to heat water.

12. Do not use the

13. Do not use the

Glass Tea Kettle without lid properly closed.
Glass Tea Kettle with loose or weakened handle.

14. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.

15. Do not clean the

Glass Tea Kettle with abrasive cleaners, steel wool,

or other abrasive materials.

16. This product is designed for indoor household use only.
Not designed for commercial use.

17. Do not overll the

Glass Tea Kettle.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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 t
in an outlet only one way. If the plug
does not t in the outlet, contact a
qualied 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
qualied 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.

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USING THE GLASS TEA KETTLE

PREPARING THE GLASS TEA KETTLE FOR USE

Before first use

Before using your Glass Tea Kettle for
the rst 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 ll 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.

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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

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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.

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USING THE 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.

TEA TYPE GREEN WHITE OOLONG BLACK HERBAL

SUGGESTED

TEMPERATURE

SETTING

(C°/F°)

80° 85° 90° 95° 100°

176° 185° 194° 203° 212°

SUGGESTED

STEEP TIME

1-3 3-5 3-5 4-5 5-7

(MINUTES)

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

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or tags off of the tea bag, and place
the tea bag directly into the tea
steeper. Brew your tea as normal.

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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

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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.

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BREWING TEA

Put the lid back on the Glass Tea
Kettle, without the steeper. The

Fill the Glass Tea Kettle with filtered
water up to the desired level for the

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amount of tea you want to brew. Do
not fill past the Max line.

IMPORTANT: We recommend adding
tea and the steeper only after the water
is heated.

two lids are properly locked into
each other when the indicator on
the tea steeper lid is lined up with

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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.

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Select the appropriate temperature
for the kind of tea you are brewing
by sliding the temperature selector

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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

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while the water is heating in the
Glass Tea Kettle.

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While the water is heating, place the
tea steeper in the tea steeper holder
to keep it steady while filling it with

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tea leaves (or tea bags). Follow the
instructions on the tea packaging for
the amount of tea to use.

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.

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

Once the water reaches the correct
temperature for brewing your
selected tea, a chime will sound
and the light around the ON/OFF

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button will stop flashing, but remain
lit, indicating that the water is ready
for steeping the tea.

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Remove the tea steeper lid from the
kettle after the desired temperature

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is reached.

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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

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steeper lid into place on the tea
steeper. Then, using the handle, lift
the steeper assembly up, out of the
steeper holder.

Use a timer to brew your tea for
the appropriate time. See the

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“Steeping chart” for more detailed
information.

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

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into place, the indicator on the
tea steeper lid will line up with the
indicator next to the locked symbol
on the kettle lid.

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

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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.

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The kettle automatically goes

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

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steeper lid off of the tea steeper.
Then, place the tea steeper lid back
inside the kettle lid, twisting to lock
into place.

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.

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

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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.

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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 efciency 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.

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.

To descale the Glass Tea Kettle:

1. Fill the Glass Tea Kettle with white

vinegar to the MIN (0.5 L) mark.

2. Add water to the 1.0 L mark.

3. Boil and allow to stand overnight.

4. Empty the solution from the Glass

Tea Kettle.

5. 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.

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After using the Glass Tea Kettle,
remove the lids and steeper. Wash
the lid parts, steeper, and steeper

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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

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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.

FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON CLEANING 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.

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WARRANTY

KITCHENAID® GLASS TEA KETTLE WARRANTY
FOR THE 50 UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA,
PUERTO RICO, AND CANADA

This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for Glass Tea
Kettles operated in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico,
and Canada.

Length of Warranty: One Year Full Warranty from date of purchase.

KitchenAid Will Pay Hassle-Free Replacement of your Glass Tea Kettle.
for Your Choice of: See the next page for details on how to arrange

for service, or call the Customer eXperience Center
toll-free at 1-800-541-6390.
OR
The replacement parts and repair labor costs to

KitchenAid Will A. Repairs when your Glass Tea Kettle is used in
Not Pay for: other than normal single family home use.

B. Damage resulting from accident, alteration,
misuse or abuse.

C. Any shipping or handling costs to deliver
your Glass Tea Kettle to an Authorized
Service Center.

D. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for
Glass Tea Kettles operated outside the
50 United States, District of Columbia, Puerto
Rico, and Canada.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES
THAT MAY BE IMPOSED BY LAW ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR, OR THE
SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO
NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS LASTS, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

IF THIS PRODUCT FAILS TO WORK AS WARRANTED, CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT ACCORDING TO THE
TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. KITCHENAID AND KITCHENAID CANADA
DO NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.

correct defects in materials and workmanship.
Service must be provided by an Authorized
KitchenAid Service Center.

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WARRANTY

HASSLE-FREE REPLACEMENT WARRANTY – 50 UNITED STATES,
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, AND PUERTO RICO

We’re so condent the quality of our
products meets the exacting standards
of KitchenAid that, if your Glass Tea
Kettle should fail within the rst year
of ownership, KitchenAid will arrange
to deliver an identical or comparable
replacement to your door free of charge
and arrange to have your original Glass Tea
Kettle returned to us. Your replacement
unit will also be covered by our one year
limited warranty.

If your Glass Tea Kettle should fail within
the rst year of ownership, simply call our

HASSLE-FREE REPLACEMENT WARRANTY – CANADA

toll-free Customer eXperience Center at
1-800-541-6390 Monday through Friday.
Please have your original sales receipt
available when you call. Proof of purchase
will be required to initiate the claim. Give
the consultant your complete shipping
address. (No P.O. Box numbers, please.)

When you receive your replacement
Glass Tea Kettle, use the carton, packing
materials, and prepaid shipping label to
pack up your original Glass Tea Kettle and
send it back to KitchenAid.

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We’re so condent the quality of our
products meets the exacting standards of
the KitchenAid brand that, if your Glass
Tea Kettle should fail within the rst year
of ownership, we will replace your Glass
Tea Kettle with an identical or comparable
replacement. Your replacement unit will
also be covered by our one year limited
warranty.

If your Glass Tea Kettle should fail within
the rst year of ownership, simply call our
toll-free Customer eXperience Center at

1-800-807-6777 Monday through Friday.
Please have your original sales receipt
available when you call. Proof of purchase
will be required to initiate the claim. Give
the consultant your complete shipping
address.

When you receive your replacement
Glass Tea Kettle, use the carton, packing
materials, and prepaid shipping label to
pack up your original Glass Tea Kettle and
send it back to KitchenAid.

ARRANGING FOR SERVICE AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRES, OR
ORDERING ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

In the United States and Puerto Rico:

For service information, or to order
accessories or replacement parts, call
toll-free at 1-800-541-6390 or write to:

Customer eXperience Center,
KitchenAid Small Appliances,
P.O. Box 218, St. Joseph, MI 49085-0218

Outside the United States and
Puerto Rico:

Consult your local KitchenAid dealer or
the store where you purchased the Glass
Tea Kettle for information on how to
obtain service.

For service information in Canada:
Call toll-free 1-800-807-6777.

For service information in Mexico:

Call toll-free 01-800-0022-767.

®/™ © 2016 KitchenAid. All rights reserved. The design of the Stand Mixer is a trademark

in the U.S. and elsewhere. Used under license in Canada.

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PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES

PIÈCES ET ACCESSOIRES

Couvercle de l’infuseur à thé
(centre du couvercle avec poignée)

Filtre à tartre en inox

Infuseur à thé en
inox amovible

bouilloire en verre
pour le thé

Couvercle de
la bouilloire
(extérieur)

Poignée
de la
bouilloire

Sélecteur de
température

Ensemble d’infuseur à thé:
Couvercle de l’infuseur à thé*
et Infuseur à thé en inox amovible*

*Pièce également illustrée ci-dessus

Support pour
infuseur à thé

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Socle de la
bouilloire

Cordon enroulable (sous le socle)

Bouton
Marche/Arrêt