Kettle Won’t Turn Off: Reasons and What to Do

The kettle won’t turn off – what you should do

The immediate help for when the kettle won’t switch off consists of the following steps:

• Disconnect the kettle from the power supply immediately. If the liquid runs out of the kettle or there is a strong smell of burning, you should not touch the kettle at first. If necessary, you should remove the power on the outlet.
• There are many reasons why a kettle does not switch off. The causes range from calcified components to defective housing. Depending on what’s wrong with the device, it might be worth fixing. It also depends on the age and value of the device.
• It is helpful to find the manufacturer’s operating instructions and take a look inside. Often there is a list of the most common problems and solutions. You may find an answer that will help you. If you need spare parts, you can contact the manufacturer directly.

Common problems with kettles

A very big problem that affects almost every device that is used regularly is calcified spots.

• In this case, it is possible that the limescale or other dirt is blocking the openings or switches. Look in the kettle. If that’s the case, you can get yourself some citric acid. This is freely available in drugstores or online. Apply the acid as recommended by the manufacturer. The acid may solve your problem and the kettle will switch itself off again.
• If the problem persists, you can also take a look at the electrics inside the kettle. Disconnect and empty the device. Remove the kettle from the base. Unscrew the screws in the base plate and detach the cover from the grill and all other covers, exposing the heating element. Try replacing the bimetallic plate. You might find a replacement.
• In most cases, it’s not worth bothering to fix the kettle. In most cases, the manufacturers use non-household screws that cannot be loosened with a standard screwdriver. In some cases, the design is such that if you try to repair the device, you will break the components. Kettles mean a lot of pollution for the environment because most models are cheap and don’t last long.
• If you use the kettle at home, you can switch to a kettle that is heated on the stove. These kettles are virtually indestructible and last much longer. In addition, most models are made of metal, which is healthier compared to cheap plastic. Stovetop kettles come in a variety of sizes and designs.