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Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.
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A Buyers Guide - Electric Kettles
ILC Reference NO 32:37:601
Item sourced from ILC ACT database
Short Description
Electric kettles are a means of boiling water for hot drinks, cooking, or hot water bottles. The advantage electric kettles have over stove - top kettles is that they can be used wherever there is a power supply, not just in a kitchen, a stove does not have to be lit or turned on, and a small amount of water can be boiled more quickly.
Price Guide
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. Points to consider when buying an electric kettle :
* ease of holding / gripping handle (side or top)
* weight to lift and carry (lightweight preferable)
* automatic switch off when boiled
* light to indicate whether power is on
* ease of plugging and unplugging
* ease of switching on and off
* ease of seeing water level
* accuracy of liquid level gauge
* liquid level visible to left-hand user
* ease of removal of lid
* possibility of filling kettle through spout rather than removable top lid to minimise risk of steam and burn injuries.
* ease of filling (tall kettles may be awkward in shallow sinks)
* audible signal that kettle has boiled
* stability of kettle
* ease of pouring, without dripping - will the user be able to lift a full kettle and pour into cup? If not, consider a kettle tipping device - ask us for information.
* heat transferring ability of kettle material (polypropylene cooler
to touch than metal)
* ease of cleaning kettle
* boiling time
* length and conditions of warranty
* are there appropriate positioned power points in the kitchen - can the user reach the power point to plug/unplug kettle? Are there any items between kettle and power point that could be knocked over as a
person reaches?
* you can also use a plastic pouring jug to fill the kettle and thus limit the number of times that the kettle has to be lifted across to the taps and back to the bench.
. Commonly found features:
* Reset / reboil switches / buttons
* water level visible through 'window'
. Other available features:
* Cordless kettles are available; the power base unit is separate from the kettle and a power cord does not need to be plugged in.
* A 'hold boil' feature which keeps the water at boiling temperature
for a certain period of time and does not necessitate switching the
kettle on again.
. Suggestions for those who experience pain, weakness or stiffness of hands:
* Choose a kettle that is lightweight.
* Choose a kettle that can be filled through the spout without a spring loaded cover.
* Fill the kettle with a measuring jug to ensure it is not overfilled.
* A cordless kettle does not have to be unplugged.
* A kettle tipping device may be helpful; it tips the kettle without having to lift it.
* A device is available which helps remove a two or three point electrical plug from the power point.
. Suggestions for those with visual problems:
* Choose a kettle with large, accessible controls.
* The amount of water in the kettle can be judged by the weight.
. For further information, check choice magazine, the yellow pages of the telephone book or talk to a retailer.
. We are pleased to receive feedback on the information we provide ...
If there is something we should add or need to change, please let us
know. These are general suggestions - if you experience considerable difficulty in performing activities of daily living, consult an
occupational therapist at a community health centre or aged care
assessment team, or make an appointment with the ILC.
Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
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