I have the same problem but did you solve your leaking washer? Mine is a RH model 3010 and it needs 2 tiny white washers where the level gauge pushes into the main body.
Pete
January 2006
I can answer this question...
where can i get a new rubber seal for my russell hobbs millenium kettle?
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