Does the whistle close automatically after opening or can it be left open?
1194359
Yes, the whistle/cap is spring loaded and opens with a trigger. Release the trigger and it closes. No, it will not stay open.
1194360
The whistle cap is spring loaded and closes when you release the trigger mechanism and will not stay open unless you block it open with something.
288775
I agree with all the below comments; would have loved it to whistle loudly when it is finished - but as long as the shut-off mechanism works, it's just fine. Biggest risk is that if I don't notice that it turned itself off, the water might have cooled down before I get around to making my tea. On the other hand, water boils so much more quickly in this pot than on the stove, that I no longer wander off to do other things to kill time so I am usually right there when the switch flips off.
1602431
Unless I've just never figured it out, the top doesn't come off. We just always fill it with the spout, which is pretty broad. When we first got it, it was temperamental about whistling, but now it's consistent. Like one of the other people answered, it has a nice whistle, not as screechy as most kettles. I still think you can get just as nice of a kettle for a lot less money, but this one does look unique on the stove, though admittedly a bit out of place in our diner-like kitchen. It would best in a more modern-looking kitchen.
488450
No, it doesn't. It's hinged and comes back down on it's own. But that's why I liked it...I had burned a teakettle because it didn't whistle and I forgot it.
710751
Mine doesn't automatically shut. You have to lift and close the gate door each time. It will stay open if you open it.
1267970
I generally take mine off the burner at the first sign of a faint whistle so I'm not sure what happens if I let it go longer.
1287635
Hi sherry. It doesn't automatically stay open, but we just use a bungi cord to hold it open. It's very simple but it works.
2238252
Maybe, my brand new one quit and I ran water backwards through the whistle. If you have had it awhile you might try soaking it in CLR. Basically this is an inferior product.
637383
It absolutely does not whistle as it does not let out any steam after the pressure has risen. That's one reason why foods cook about three times faster--all steam is contained. I'm very happy with mine, and I've purchased 3 more for relatives.
536055
no and why would you want it to stay open . if the water is hot the steam escapes from the spoutand could cause a burn. i love mine it cleanes nice and has a strong whistle to it.
48706
No...but that's an interesting idea, especially since my hubby is from Georgia! It's a soft whistle that does not work if you don't have the tab closed which can be an issue....
1064460
It seems to... All sound stops when it's closed. I never really close it before I shut it off.
1658944
Yes, you do have to manually open the spout. If you leave the spout open, it will not whistle.
392617
I agre with the last response, but still use it always because I like the whistle. My original one lasted 10 years before it stopped whistling
4559
It does NOT whistle. There is a small hole in the lid with no other apparent purpose, and I tried to get it to whistle (simply out of curiosity, because I don't need it), but no sound. Otherwise a solid & useful kettle.
1263300
It does it automatically . No need to worry. I turn off the stove as the whistling sound starts but leave it on the stove. It does the rising etc insted of whistling.
1189020
You definitely hear the water work up to a boil. There's no whistle. The unit shuts itself off automatocally with a loud click after the water reaches a boil.