Hot Water Urns

Kitchee electric hot water urns in 10L, 15L and 20L stainless steel, listed for catering, events and busy kitchens. The three urns share a 1500W element, an automatic thermostat, overheat protection, a water level indicator and a removable lid for filling and cleaning.

How to choose a hot water urn

For a staff room or small function. The 10L urn measures 44cm x 26cm x 28cm. It lists an Australian plug.

For catering and community halls. The 15L urn measures 50cm x 33cm x 33cm and lists an Australian plug.

For long events. The 20L urn measures 55cm x 34cm x 33cm, also with an Australian plug. Its tap sits higher on the tank to help prevent spills and burns, so a small amount of water stays at the bottom and the tank does not empty fully.

Hot water urns compared

Frequently asked questions

Which size hot water urn should I choose?

The three urns share the same 1500W power and controls and differ in capacity: 10L, 15L and 20L. The listings do not give a number of cups, so choose by how much water you need to hold at once and the bench space you have.

Does the urn keep the water hot?

The listings describe an automatic thermostat that maintains the temperature without the need to keep reheating, with a maximum temperature of approximately 97 degrees. A heating and keep warm indicator light shows the state, and the heating lamp notifies you when the water is boiling.

What power does it need?

The listings give 1500W at 220V-50Hz and an Australian plug on all three sizes.

Does the 20L urn empty completely?

No. The tap is positioned higher on the tank to help prevent accidental spills and burns, so a small amount of water remains at the bottom and will not drain out.

What safety warnings do the listings give?

Overheat protection shuts the unit off if it becomes too hot. The warnings say not to operate the urn without water, to keep it out of reach of children because the exterior can become hot during use, and to unplug it when it is not in use or being cleaned.

An urn is for serving a group and holding water hot. To boil for one or two people, see electric kettles. If you are fitting out a staff room or guest room, see guest room amenities.

For the rest of the beverage station, see espresso and capsule coffee machines, plus benchtop ice makers.

For disposable paper napkins for catering and events, see napkins.

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