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However, we find that the construction of this new model coffeemaker seems sturdier than the former ones no longer manufactured models.The water filter seems like an unnecessary addition and we have already replaced it with the plastic insert that comes with the maker.Overall a good buy except for the water gauge. After having looked for a simple coffeemaker that does not take up too much space on the kitchen counter and without all the unnecessary bells and whistles, and believe me they are hard to find today, we again settled for a Braun.We have now had this coffeemaker for a couple of months and are very pleased with it EXCEPT for the fact that Braun has managed to hide the water gauge so off to the side that it is practically impossible to see how much water you pour in.This is the 5th Braun coffeemaker we have, which in a way does not say much about the overall quality.
I had thought about getting a dispenser style coffee maker, but after having one at work I realized that it would be harder to keep clean. The lid is not stained and the hot plate is not scratched so it will hopefully remain dependable and have more years of use. Other than that it looks brand new.
Its simple, uncomplicated design works well. It brewed at about 175 degrees and remained at that temp 20 minutes later. I've had this coffee maker for about 4-5 years and it is still working great.
I have had to buy a replacement carafe once after it broke in my sink and I came on today to find replacement filters. I'm very happy with this product. It comes apart easily to clean, makes a full pot quickly and keeps it hot.
A visitor to my house once asked me if it makes "hot" coffee so I actually tested it with a thermometer.
No fuss. The maker is well built and cleans up nicely. Highly recommended. This coffee maker is the best available. The coffee it makes is smooth and delicious.
The filter would probably be somewhat effective if you live in an area with hard water, but since we already use RO filtered water, the included filter was redundant.Amazingly, Braun states that their pre-determined markings equate to 4.4 oz cups. This seems to be a disappearing coffee maker which is unfortunate. Coffee which has performed adequately, but I have always favored a Braun coffee maker and decided to seek out a relatively low cost alternative to my present maker. I'm just not sure how much longer this model will be around.
The pot was also available from Braun's own outlet store for one hundred and fifty dollars. Go figure.For a moderately priced coffee maker from a very reliable brand, you can not go wrong. I paid fifty dollars. I purchased it from dollarsays, a new player in the Amazon marketplace and was pleased with their service.
The stated purpose is to remove chlorine and prevent calcium build up. I use one standard coffee measure to each eight ounces of water and find the results to be excellent.Another interesting note: This disappearing coffee maker was available from very few outlets. I have been using a Mr. I'm not sure what planet this company is from, but I've never been served, other than at my daughters' imaginary tea parties when they were five years old, a four ounce cup of coffee.
However, since I do not rely on the pre-determined markings from either the coffee maker or the pot, but measure more precisely, I found it is unnecessary to use either piece. I was surprised to find so few of this particular model available for sale since I found it capable of brewing outstanding coffee right out of the box.This model, KF510, comes with a Britta water filter which fits into an opening at the bottom of the water tank. Should you choose not to use the filter there is an additional piece of similar size and shape to plug the opening.
For those of us eager to get to that first mug of the day, if you try to over pour the spout, this pot will dribble down the side. Bought this maker in 2007 to replace Mr. But it makes good coffee. Pouring must be a patience-learning activity for this pot. Coffee, which made my coffee taste bad. This Braun has one flaw I've found: it dribbles.
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