Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle 1.7 Liter
- Capacity: 1.8 quarts
- Container Type: Kettle
- Wattage: 1500 watts
- Material: Stainless Steel
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ASIN: B00UFQ2LJ2Model: 40880Category: Electric Kettles
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Overview
Hamilton Beach's 40880 keeps things simple: a 1.7-liter, 1500-watt cordless kettle with auto shutoff and boil-dry protection, built to replace boiling water on the stovetop.
- 1.7-liter capacity
- BPA-free stainless steel interior
- Blue power indicator light
- Simple on/off switch
Who it's for
A fast, simple kettle for tea, coffee or instant food, with no need for temperature control, is what this delivers. Tea drinkers steeping delicate green or white tea at a specific sub-boiling temperature should look elsewhere, since this kettle only boils.
Pros and cons
- 1500W brings water to a boil quickly
- Boil-dry protection with auto shutoff
- Water-level window for easy filling
- Cordless base for pouring
- No temperature presets, boiling only
- Lid latch is a common long-term failure point
- Awkward to fill directly under a fridge dispenser
Performance notes
The 1500-watt element brings 1.7 liters to a boil faster than most stovetop kettles or a microwave, and boil-dry protection cuts power automatically if the water level runs too low, which is what lets it run unattended safely. There's no temperature selection; it boils and shuts off, full stop.
Specifications
| Brand | Hamilton Beach |
|---|---|
| Model | 40880 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 2.2 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.8 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 watts |
| Voltage | 110 voltslower than 80% of 88 electric kettles |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish Type | Brushed |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Kettle |
| Part Number | 40880G |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Boiling, Heating |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Hamilton Beach 40880 have temperature settings?
No, it only boils water and shuts off automatically; it doesn't offer preset temperatures below boiling.
How long does the Hamilton Beach 40880 typically last?
Multiple owners report close to a decade of daily use, with the lid latch mechanism the most common eventual failure point.
Does the Hamilton Beach 40880 kettle have boil-dry protection?
Yes, it shuts off automatically if the water level gets too low to protect the heating element.