At first glance, this jug seems to be the same as many other metal kettles. But if you look closely, you will see that this kettle is different and stands out from the others, above all because of the embossed pattern on its body. Usually metal kettles are smooth. Well, the main difference is the informative bright backlight, which changes its color just like a chameleon.
Electric kettle RUSSELL HOBBS 20160-70
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MODES: boiling, heating to 70°C, 80°C, 90°C.
CONTROL: electronic, temperature selection buttons.
POWER: Max 2400 Watt.
VOLUME: mIn 0,5 l, max 1,7 l.
FEATURES: flexible backlighting, sleep mode in 5 minutes , black or white, automatic water heater. no action , cord storage space, 3G cord 0.75 mm2, cord length 67 cm.
SAFETY: automatic shut off when heated to a predetermined temperature, when there is no water in the kettle, when removed from the stand.
DIMENSIONS: height 230 mm, width with handle 220 mm, bottom diameter 150 mm.
WEIGHT: fact. Kettle 885 g.
WARRANTY: 2 years + 1 extra year with online purchases.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: CHINA.
TEST – TEMPERATURE AND TIME
Boiling for 3 min. 28 s 96,3°C
70°C 2 min. 35 sec 71°C
80°C 2 min. 43 with 81,3 ° C
90°C 2 min. 51 with 89.9 ° C
A small temperature range – only the most necessary and needed. Boiling and heating times of 1 liter are fast enough.
Heating accuracy is satisfying. The difference between the declared and actual values – maximum ~1,3 °, minimum ~0,1 °. This is a great result, one of the best in the test.
OPERATION FEATURES
For the kettle to start heating, you just need to press the button with the selected temperature. It immediately begins to heat up. The best feature: Each temperature has its own color of lights around the bottom of the kettle. When the temperature reaches 70 ° C, the indicator is blue, at 80 ° C – green, at 90 ° C – magenta, at 100 ° C – red. Of course, the most interesting thing is to watch the process of boiling water, then when you reach the appropriate temperature, the color changes and you can see the whole spectrum of colors.
There is no sound indication, you should be guided only by the color.
This kettle has no temperature maintenance, only heating and boiling.
After 5 minutes of non-use the kettle goes into hibernation mode. To make it active, you just need to press any button. You need to touch the temperature button again to turn on the heating.
The noise of this kettle is pretty standard: not the quietest, but also not the loudest.
DESIGN FEATURES
Flat lid without buttons, it opens by pressing a button on the handle. To close the lid, you just need to press directly on it.
A sharp spout allows you to gently pour water into cups without fear of spilling.
High indicator windows are located on the body of the kettle on both sides of the handle. Water level indicator is not very bright – you have to look closely to see how much water is there.
The handle is closed, wide and made of plastic, which prevents it from slipping out of your hands.
DESIGN
Universal. At first glance, this jug seems to be the same as many other metal teapots. But if you look closely, it becomes clear that this kettle is different and stands out from the others, primarily due to the embossed pattern on the body. Usually metal kettles are smooth. Well, the main difference is the informative bright backlight, which changes its color like a chameleon. The attention of guests to the kettle is assured, many will ask for more tea, just to admire how beautifully the water can be heated.
BENEFITS
Simple controls combined with just the right functions and color indication allows this kettle to take its rightful place in any kitchen. In addition, the device boasts the accuracy of reported and actual temperatures, which is important for lovers of different teas. Warranty service life is much longer than most competitors.
LIMITATIONS
If you need a temperature of 60 ° C for cooking baby food, you will have to dilute the water with cold.
Can someone please share their experience with the RUSSELL HOBBS 20160-70 electric kettle? Is it easy to use and maintain? Does it heat up quickly? Any issues with durability or leaking? Your insights will be greatly appreciated before making a purchase decision.