The lid does not latch under the ring.

This Avantco Commercial Soup Kettle is an electric countertop food warmer with a capacity of 11 quarts. It has a hinged lid and a notched cover type, with an inset included. The kettle has a simple control type with a dial and is adjustable with temperature settings ranging from 105 to 195 degrees F. It has a 3.3 amp power usage and is ETL sanitation compliant. The kettle warmer is made of stainless steel and has a cool-touch handle. It measures 15 inches in height and has a voltage of 120 volts.