Does "concealed heating element" mean that the liquid never touches the heating element?
2070209
Yes, the water (I wouldn't put any other kind of liquid in this pot) does not come in contact with the heating element. Mine also has a metal tube up one side but I do not know what its function is.
2070210
Yes. The heating element is hidden in the bottom, so the liquid doesn't touch it directly.
2070211
Yes. The heating element is under the bottom of the pot and is completely enclosed. However, as with any electrical coffee pot, you cannot emerge the pot in water. It cleans beautifully by putting vinegar in the pot and running it for 1 cycle. I love this pot. Use it every day.
2070212
Yes. At no point does the water touch the heating element. The bottom of the water chamber inside of the kettle is over an inch away from the bottom of the actual kettle, and the heating element is sealed there in the space between, in a totally separate chamber.
2070213
The heating element is in the bottom of the pot on the outside. It's up and recessed, water can only get to it if you were to immerse the pot in water (which you would not want to do).I see another poster mentioning a "metal pole that sticks up on one side"...mine doesn't have that.
2070214
Yes, the water (I would not use any other liquid in this pot) does not come in contact with the heating element. Mine also has a metal tube up one side but I do not know what its function is.
2070215
I don't know where the word "concealed" came from. I never used it. If "heating element" means the electric resistant heating part, yes, there is one and is included and insulated inside be bottom of the kettle. Some home appliances heat the water using two electrodes. They are not insulated and the electricity flows between them thought the water. This is not the way this kettle works.
601380
The kettle sits on a heating element. Neither the kettle, nor the heating element, have exposed coils. The kettle has what appears to be a plug in on the base that fits squarely into the heating element and it will automatically turn off once it has reached the boiling point which is a very nice safety feature. The kettle may be rotated on the element to divert steam when in the boiling process so that the steam will not damage the underneath of kitchen cabinets that can easily warp over time. Good investment and I highly recommend.
1991981
No, it's too thin and the interior is coated. It would probably leach into your water, especially once it was heated.
2065483
Yes, BUT use caution. Lift the heating element up . I have taken a bath towel and wrapped the element up. WIPE all surface up with dry towel. Make sure ALL moisture is gone BEFORE Using. This is great product But safety prevails.
1920659
We heat on gas stove with a small inner flame that just fits the bottom. So the handle does not get hot. On an electric element I would think you would place on edge of element so again no the handle should not get hot.
1323
The element us not exposed. It is good kettle. We have had it over a year with no problems. Good luck.
1320
The pot sits on a base that has an element that fits into the bottom of the pot. I wouldnt say it is exposed because there is no way to turn on the element without the pot on the base.
202518
The hot element can be turned off. This unit started leaking within 90 days of purchase, I do not recommend.
1324
No the heating element is not exposed. Read the reviews about the kettle and investigate well before you buy it. Mine broke during the warranty period and was leaking water. I sent it back.
2140732
From the instruction card included with the unit: "Do not use on heating element with spout in open position." Use at your own risk.
841729
This a first for this type of question. Considering that the design is to preserve a very low temperature liquid, I cant imagine it not preserving the characteristics of a high temperature liquid.
1829917
Yes there is a silicone seal between the glass and the heating element.The water touches the seal
891450
No the heating element is recessed and I have had two of these and both quit working after about a month
2183580
Yeah I have noticed that if the heating coil becomes exposed to air the heating controller trips and it won't turn back on until you put the coil unit in a freezer for a few hours... I guess it has to do with the heat transfer rate off of the coil. So; a short answer would be no, it has to be submerged in order to work... Hope this helps!
966226
I believe they are referring to the plastic lid. There is growing concern about heating and storing food in plastic. Chemicals leach into the food and are carcinogenic. If you just leave the lid open when heating water, the steam will escape and not drip back into the pot, thus eliminating the majority of possible contamination. It won't effect the heating process or pose any steam-burn if the unit is set away from skin contact. And thanks for the heads up about the warning - i'll start leaving the lid open on mine now!!
18419
Probably. I never tried to just heat water and I have since given it away. Sorry
2203449
I do not keep anything that might melt on top of it. It does get quit warm to the touch but not so hot that it could possibly causes your skin to burn.