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Practical compromise:
- Leave it plugged during regular daily use if it’s a modern, well-maintained kettle and you prefer convenience.
- Unplug at night, when you leave home, during storms, or if you spot any damage.
5) When to replace your kettle
- The kettle repeatedly trips the RCD/fuse, emits burning smell, leaks, the heating element is exposed/corrodes, the auto-shutoff fails, or the cord/base is damaged — replace it immediately. Don’t attempt to repair the high-voltage internals yourself.
6) Additional safety tips
- Use a dedicated outlet (avoid long extension cords for kettles).
- Keep kettle and cord away from edge so it cannot be pulled or knocked down.
- Install RCD/GFCI protection in kitchen areas if not already present — this helps prevent fatal shocks.
- Supervise children if they use or are near the kettle.
- If your model has a removable base, ensure the contacts are dry before replacing the kettle on the base.
