Given design of this kettle, does steam from the lid burn your hand when you pour water out? Current kettle is 'vertical' so that doesn't happen. Tks!
909093
No steam comes from the lid, the spout, small as it might appear, pours without drips, the handle is well balanced. I am still delighted with my new kettle. I think I had more of the issues you mention with my Cuisinart jug style kettle.
909094
I never had a problem burning my hand from steam. Steam comes out the spout not the lid.
909095
No, I have never had steam burn my hand when pouring. I think it is really a very nice kettle that heats water very quickly. My only concern is that the on/off switch sticks out quite a bit, and it seems like it could break if I'm not careful. However, everything is working fine just now, and I'm happy.
909096
I hold it towards the base of the handle to avoid this, it would only be a problem when filling a teapot, a single cup is no issue.
909097
I have used it virtually everyday for the past several months and have never had a problem. No concern of burning from the steam whatsoever. Cheers!!
909098
I have not had any problem with steam burning my hand when pouring water out. The only time the steam has been an issue is when we want to refill the kettle immediately after use and do not let it cool down before opening the lid. The handle is just above the lid, so any steam remaining inside the hot kettle is hard to avoid with the lid off. But we don't often need to refill it so quickly, so it's not a big deal. This is a very nice kettle and we use it all of the time.
289030
I also found rust on the inside bottom of the kettle. Not sure what you mean by never leaving extra water in the kettle - it's a kettle, and in my house, that means it's used a dozen times a day, if not more. There's NEVER a time when it doesn't have water in it, and quite honestly, that shouldn't make a whit of difference! I got rid of it with some steel wool, it didn't return, but it did make me question the overall quality. The on/off switch on mine failed after six months, so I replaced it. The manufacturer's help line was only open Mon-Fri 8am-4pm, which only strengthened my conviction that it wasn't a great product. I ended up replacing it with an Oster, which has an actual spout that you can pour from (another gripe I had with this model), as well as a water gauge, and a much better designed on/off switch.
1033847
You have to pour from the proper angle. This pot is very tempermental and it is all about pouring very gently at first, than allowing the steam to escape then it will pour normally. Try it and you may see a difference. The other thing is that I hold the pot not from the handle, but I put my thumb on the bottom of the handle and then grasp the pot from the bottom(Unless it is hot, then I obviously don't grasp the bottom). I have found that grasping the pot this way gives me max control of the pour and also, when you get to the last cup in the put, allows me to get all of the coffee out of the pot itself. You have to pour from the proper angle. This pot is very tempermental and it is all about pouring very gently at first, than allowing the steam to escape then it will pour normally. Try it and you may see a difference. The other thing is that I hold the pot not from the handle, but I put my thumb on the bottom of the handle and then grasp the pot from the bottom(Unless it is hot, then I obviously don't grasp the bottom). I have found that grasping the pot this way gives me max control of the pour and also, when you get to the last cup in the put, allows me to get all of the coffee out... » Read More You have to pour from the proper angle. This pot is very tempermental and it is all about pouring very gently at first, than allowing the steam to escape then it will pour normally. Try it and you may see a difference. The other thing is that I hold the pot not from the handle, but I put my thumb on the bottom of the handle and then grasp the pot from the bottom(Unless it is hot, then I obviously don't grasp the bottom). I have found that grasping the pot this way gives me max control of the pour and also, when you get to the last cup in the put, allows me to get all of the coffee out of the pot itself. « Show Less
1514419
I'm certain the handle cover is silicon, no transfer of heat thru it at all. True to Cool Breeze's comments, they probably could design the silicon cover to go all the way to the spout to avoid getting burned when your hand slides forward. And it will. It did for me several times. Still... love this kettle!!!
2130550
Because this is a tea kettle, not a pot. The kettle is for boiling the water, and the pot is for brewing. You CAN use it for a pot, but then you probably shouldn't also use it for a kettle. If you steep tea in it, there will be some residue each time, and it'll burn on a little more each time.
476870
We haven't had that problem. We used it for a couple of weeks before packing it away for my college-age son. It boils water faster than our other kettle and is easier to handle.
867780
When the kettle boils, it shuts itself off. But you'd have to keep turning it on and filling it up, it wouldn't keep water warm all day. Once it is off, it's off. Which is the feature I like. For if I turn it on and get distracted, the kettle doesn't burn dry. Hope this helps.
249402
The lid is plastic but other parts of the kettle are stainless steel. If you fill the water up to 2/3 of the kettle or less, the water won't touch the lid. I normally turn off the kettle as soon as the water boils to avoid the steam dripping back into the kettle.
223199
Yes you can but I would start at high but then turn it down. Be careful when pouring water. Steam can burn your hand. All in all it is a good kettle.
1733684
I have had this for about 6 months and I have no problems. I had a non-whistling kettle and boiled it dry a couple of times, so I went with this one and I am happy. Hope this helps.
1974826
Kettle lifts right off the plate. Just fill it from faucet, put lid on and place it back on the plate. It's a wonderful teakettle. Do remember not to try and lift the lid after it's heated as the steam will burn. If I have to refill immediately I use a oven mitt to take the lid off. I bought this as a gift for my daughter and have decided I want one for myself, that's how much I like it.
1597098
Yes. The whistle lid will stay open without holding it. After you pour the water, you must push it down to re-close it. Excellent kettle! Highly recommended. I hope this helps....
1597097
Yes, you can keep the whistle lid open to pour the water. This is my second All Clad whistling tea kettle. The first one did not whistle and this one does whistle but you will not hear it if you move out of the kitchen. It is not the best whistling kettle. My first one I returned to the company because it just did not whistle at all. All in all, I am not as happy with this All Clad kettle because of the weak whistle.
1032212
Yes, the metal gets very hot because the water is boiling. There is no need to touch the metal but one cannot use it near young children or anyone who cannot understand to refrain from touching the metal.
2043136
nope, no problems. Super control of the water stream when pouring, a lot safer and neater than my old tea kettle. No lids popping off for me.
531815
The manual says that everything needs to be upright to steam properly, however I have used it in this fashion and while you're taking a risk of burning yourself, I've been able to do it just fine. Just know that's not how it's desigend to be used.
2235740
Rachna, Sorry for my delayed response. I did not see your question until just now. Once the water is pumped into the Q-Redew and heated it will release all of the steam even if you take your finger off the trigger. Taking your finger off of the trigger will stop more water from being drawn into the Q-Redew heater. So yes, it is not uncommon to see a bit of steam billow out even after the trigger is released. The trigger controls the inflow of water to the heater not the outflow from the outlet holes. Hope I have made some sense. If you still have questions please feel free to contact me at support@qredew.comKind Regards,Heidi Rachna, Sorry for my delayed response. I did not see your question until just now. Once the water is pumped into the Q-Redew and heated it will release all of the steam even if you take your finger off the trigger. Taking your finger off of the trigger will stop more water from being drawn into the Q-Redew heater. So yes, it is not uncommon to see a bit of steam billow out even after the trigger is released. The trigger controls the inflow of water to the heater not the outflow from the outlet holes. Hope I have made some sense. If you still have questions please feel free to contact me at... » Read More Rachna, Sorry for my delayed response. I did not see your question until just now. Once the water is pumped into the Q-Redew and heated it will release all of the steam even if you take your finger off the trigger. Taking your finger off of the trigger will stop more water from being drawn into the Q-Redew heater. So yes, it is not uncommon to see a bit of steam billow out even after the trigger is released. The trigger controls the inflow of water to the heater not the outflow from the outlet holes. Hope I have made some sense. If you still have questions please feel free to contact me at support@qredew.comKind Regards,Heidi « Show Less