Black & Decker JKC650 Smart Boil Stainless-Steel 1-2/3-Liter Cordless Electric Kettle
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Black & DeckerBrand: Black & Decker
Model: JKC650
Color: Stainless
Product features:
- 1500-watt cordless electric kettle boils up to 1-2/3 liters of water
- Concealed heating element; water-level window; removable scale filter
- Stainless-steel housing; 360-degree power base; open-style stay-cool handle
- Drip-free spout; auto shut-off with boil-dry protection for safety
- Measures 9 by 6-4/5 by 10-4/5 inches
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Black & Decker JKC650 Smart Boil Stainless-Steel 1-2/3-Liter Cordless Electric Kettle
Customer Review: Not a practical design
Summary: 2 Stars
The electric kettle is probably what I use more often in my kitchen. For cooking (often needs a full kettle), for tea (minimal level of water), cleaning, etc. I've bought this one (9 months ago) because I had no other choice in my local Bed Bath and Beyond. From the beginning I never liked the design:
- it is very difficult to visualise the water level as it is "hidden" behind the handle. Also it uses a little ball to show at what level the water is. You need to tilt the kettle to see it as in low levels of water it gets stuck
- the on/off led is almost invisible during daylight
- the lid opens at a closed angle and not at 90o or more, as it would be more practical. Even better if it were removable. We live in a very hard water area, so we ought to use a water filter to fill in the kettle and I can only do that holding both over the sink. Not practical at all.
- it takes too long to boil. Very annoying.
Good points about this kettle:
- it does not leak if overfilled. And I do it a lot. This is the largest size available, even in the UK.
- concealed heating element
- detachable from the base, cordless
- stainless steel
- it works
Next time I visit my mother I'll take this to her as her main use is for making pasta (what means a full kettle) and her water is very good, not hard.
Pity I couldn't bring my kettle from London due to wattage difference. Now Amazon research is my only hope to find a decent one for my needs.
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Description of Black & Decker JKC650 Smart Boil Stainless-Steel 1-2/3-Liter Cordless Electric Kettle
This cordless kettle lifts off its 360-degree swivel base for easy filling and pouring. The hinged lid stays open and the water window lets you see the water level. For home, office, or dorm, this handy unit boils water for tea, hot chocolate, or instant foods.Teakettles & Hot Pots
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