The Fabuletta Electric Gooseneck Kettle, Model FKT001, is a specialized appliance designed for precise water heating, particularly for brewing tea and coffee. Its gooseneck spout allows for controlled pouring, which is essential for methods like pour-over coffee.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Rated Power: 1200W
- Power Supply: 120Vac, 60Hz
- Capacity: 1.05qt / 1.0L
- Weight: 2.43 lb / 1.1kg
- Temperature Range: 104 - 212°F / 40 - 100°C
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 7.13 x 8.43 inches / 29.4 x 18.1 x 21.4 cm
Usage Features:
The kettle offers a comprehensive set of features for precise temperature control and ease of use:
- On/Off Button: This button turns the kettle on or off. It also allows users to toggle the beep sounds by pressing and holding for 5 seconds.
- Tea Button: This button sets the kettle to ideal preset temperatures for various types of tea, ranging from 104°F to 212°F.
- Coffee Button: This button sets the kettle to ideal preset temperatures for coffee, with a preferred range between 190°F and 205°F.
- Decrease/Increase Buttons: These buttons allow for manual temperature adjustment by one degree at a time. Holding them for 2 seconds activates faster scrolling.
- LED Display: The display shows the current water temperature and the selected temperature unit (°F or °C).
- Hold Icon: This icon illuminates when the "Hold Mode" is active, indicating that the kettle will maintain the set temperature.
- Heating Icon: This icon illuminates when the kettle is actively heating water.
- Preset Temperatures: The kettle comes with 7 presets for tea and coffee. For tea, these include Delicate Tea (160°F), Green Tea (175°F), White Tea (185°F), Oolong Tea (195°F), and Herbal and Black Tea (212°F). For coffee, there are presets for Pour Over (205°F) and French Press (200°F).
- Manual Temperature Setting: Users can customize their preferred temperature within a range of 104°F to 212°F for tea and 190°F to 205°F for coffee. The last set temperature is stored in memory.
- Always Hold Temperature Mode: This feature can be activated by simultaneously pressing and holding the Tea and Coffee icons. When on, the kettle will automatically enter Hold Temperature Mode whenever a temperature preset is selected, maintaining the temperature for 60 minutes after heating is finished. If this mode is not needed for a specific brewing, it can be canceled by pressing the preset button again.
- Temperature Conversion: The display can be switched between Fahrenheit (°F) and Celsius (°C) by simultaneously pressing and holding the increase and decrease icons for 3 seconds.
- Beep Sound On/Off: The beep sound can be turned on or off by pressing and holding the On/Off button until "b-ON" or "bOFF" appears on the display.
- Boil-Dry Protection: The kettle is equipped with a safety mechanism that automatically shuts off heating if there is no water in the kettle, preventing damage. An "E1" error code will appear, and the kettle will beep.
- High Altitude Adjustment: For users at higher elevations, where water boils at lower temperatures, it is recommended to set the maximum temperature below the local boiling point to prevent boiling water from being ejected.
Maintenance Features:
Regular cleaning and descaling are crucial for maintaining the kettle's performance and extending its lifespan.
The Fabuletta Electric Gooseneck Kettle is designed to provide a precise and enjoyable brewing experience with its advanced temperature control and safety features.