Oster 5965 1-1/2-Liter Electric Water Kettle, Stainless Steel
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: OsterBrand: Oster
Model: 005965-000-000
Color: Stainless
Product features:
- Stainless-steel electric kettle quickly boils up to 1-1/2 liters of water
- 360-degree power base for graceful cord-free serving; features keep-warm function
- Water-level indicator; concealed element; automatic shut-off with boil-dry protection
- Non-drip spout with removable fine-mesh filter; stay-cool handle; cord storage
- Measures approximately 8-2/3 by 6-8/9 by 10-3/5 inches
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Oster 5965 1-1/2-Liter Electric Water Kettle, Stainless Steel
Customer Review: Pretty & Functional Kettle
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought this kettle to replace a plastic kettle that I've had for years. Concerns over plastic in contact with boiling water convinced me to buy a stainless kettle. There is a little plastic in the water with this kettle from the water level indicator but it is greatly reduced from my all-plastic version.
I bought this at Target because I wanted to check out the inside of it before purchase; there were no pictures online which is why I posted some at the top of this page.
It is 1500 watts and boils water fast. Also has a keep warm feature which is something I don't need. I have had no leaking water problems.
The opening is small but I can get my bottle brush inside to clean with no problem. The mesh filter pops right off. If you develop scale, just pour in a cup or so of vinegar, add some water & let it sit for an hour. I have very hard water so I do this every other week. I fill the kettle from my refrigerator water tap because that water is filtered. I had tried another pot before buying this one but I could not use my refrigerator tap; water ended up on the floor. This kettle has a nice flared spout that makes filling easy. I remove the mesh strainer when filling. I'm contemplating removing the metal bar that holds the strainer because I don't really need the strainer. The strainer hangs securely on that bar; no clicking anything to lock it. It's really simple/smart.
You'll see my little back dots on the water level indicator. (I'm referring to my photo above.) I added those with a Sharpie so I know how much water I need for everyday coffee making. I use the pour-over method to brew coffee directly in to my carafe. I use more water on the weekend, less during work week & the least when it's just me. I need things simple in the AM before I've had my coffee! The measurements are in liters on one side and cups on the other side of the indicator. This is very helpful.
Yes, it gets very hot when boiling water; it's a metal kettle with boiling water. Treat it like you would a hot pan on the stove - you grab the handle not the pan. The handle is very comfortable to grip & far enough away from the body of the kettle to prevent burning. Also the kettle spins on its base so there is no need to grab the body to move it around. Just grab the handle & you're good to go. Yes, steam comes out of the spout & you may want to direct the spout facing out from under your cabinets; boiling water creates steam. Do not exceed the max water level. I tried that to see what would happen. It burped some hot water out of the spout; you could burn yourself doing that.
The "Keep Warm" feature keeps the water below boiling for up to 12 hours as long as there is enough water in the kettle. If there isn't enough water, the kettle has a "boil-dry, fail-safe device" which turns the kettle off. You just push a button to use this feature. I never use it but according to the instruction manual, the water is kept at 70 C / 158 F.
The cord wraps around underneath the electric base so it's out of the way. I always unplug this device when not in use. Just like my iron and toaster.
This is a pretty, curvy kettle; one of the nicest designs I've seen. I like the brushed stainless which looks nice next to my brushed stainless carafe.
This is my carafe:
Copco 2 Quart Thermal Capacity Brushed Stainless Steel Carafe
I brew directly into the carafe using this filter cone (pour-over method):
RSVP Maunual Drip Coffee Filter Cone for Carafes or Thermos
I use these filters:
Melitta Cone Coffee Filters, Natural Brown, No. 6, 40-Count Filters (Pack of 12)
Description of Oster 5965 1-1/2-Liter Electric Water Kettle, Stainless Steel
1-1/2 Liter capacity. Auto shut off with boil-dry protection. Keep warm switch. 360-Degree cordless element. Easy to pour spout. Cord storage. On/off indicator light. Works in 120 Volts.Teakettles & Hot Pots
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