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1/21/2012

KTEC Kitchen Mill - Grain and Flour Mill (K-Tec) Review

KTEC Kitchen Mill - Grain and Flour Mill
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This is a decent affordable electric mill.It has a large capacity reservoir and a dial for variable grinds of flours.You can pour about 2-3 cups of wheat berries in the hopper at a time, and add more as the grains flow through the grinder.I usually make about 6 cups of flour at a time, and the process takes about 5 minutes.I've made oat flour by simply putting rolled oats through the hopper, and corn meal using corn kernels.Corn kernels don't flow as well through the hopper, though.They need to be trickled in a bit more slowly so that they stay below the level of the intake hole at the bottom of the hopper.Flour coming out of the mill feels warm to the touch, but I have no idea if the temperature is high enough to decrease nutrients.In any case, once you get used to having fresh flour whenever you want, you can never go back, because store-bought flour tastes very flat and stale.

Cleaning the mill is relatively easy.All that is required is to pull out the foam filter and shake the flour out it, take off a plastic cup from inside the reservoir and shake it out, and wipe the reservoir clean.The internal parts of the mill require no cleaning (they're billed as self-cleaning).

The only problems I've had with the mill in 3 years of at least weekly use are with noise and the plastic latches.This is a very noisy appliance, and earplugs are a must if you will be in the same room while it is operating.The weak spot in the mill are the plastic latches that hold the top motor/hopper assembly to the reservoir.Since there is no other handle or place to grip the heavy top, one naturally pulls on the side latches to lift the motor off the reservoir, and this makes the side latches crack.After the latches crack, there is no firm seal between the top and reservoir, so a haze of flour can puff out the sides while the mill is operating.That doesn't result in a significant loss offlour, but it can cover nearby surfaces with flour dust.Still, for the price and convenience, this is a great addition to any kitchen.

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KTec Grain Mill - Kitchen Mill and Wheat Grinder Features & SpecificationsThe KTec (K-Tec) Kicthen Mill provides a quality grain / flour mill at an affordable price The K-TEC Kitchen Mill is a high-speed stoneless flour mill which uses computer-balanced stainless steel blades, this machine will process all types of grains without killing nutrients and flavor caused by high heat. Flour texture is adjustable from coarse to very fine which is a nice feature to have.Why no stones?Stones cause trouble like gumming up, cracking chipping or glazing.They can leave your flour gritty and stones are very hard to clean which can then create a great area for bacteria to build up.This unit is made of quality parts and is virtually indestructible.Made of high impact Lexan plastic this unit will stand the test of timeHow does this make flour?The milling chamber has two stainless steel parts with rows of stainless steel teeth.These spin within each other at a very high centrifugal force speed.These teeth 'burst' the grain into tasty flour!Features:Made of high impact GE LexanEasy to use and clean (comes fully assembled)Grinds one and a half pounds of wheat a minutes!Grinds rice, soybeans, popcorn, beans and any legumeSelf-Cleaning milling chamberPermanently lubricated milling chamberLightweightStoneless millingPan holds 24 cupsChoose from 5 different texture settingsSpecifications:ModelK-Tec Kitchen MillOutput Capacity24 CupsInput Hopper Capacity8 CupsWarranty5 Years - Lifetime on HeadsWattage1250 WattsWeight8 LbsDimensionsLength:9"Width:7.5"Height:11"<%

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10/04/2011

Hamilton Beach 40886 Stainless Steel Electric Cordless Kettle Review

Hamilton Beach 40886 Stainless Steel Electric Cordless Kettle
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I am surprised to see this model is still being sold. I bought this in Canada ealier this year, and it worked only a few months before the base switch stopped working. Because I was now in the states, its was a minor hassle to get a warranty replacement through Hamilton Beach, but one was obtained and cost me $8 in misc shipping costs. That one worked only a few months longer, then died the same way as its predecessor. Fool me twice, shame on me, huh? There seems to be a fundamental engineering flaw with the base switch on the model. Hamilton Beach should take it off the market and re-think the switch. I really wanted this kettle to work for me, loved everything else about it.

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The Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel kettle is a beautiful and functional appliance for the kitchen.The 1500 watts brings water to a boil rapidly.The cordless feature allows you to take hot water to the table safely.The autoshutoff feature helps eliminate hazard.

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6/30/2011

Mr. Coffee FTTX95-1 10-Cup Thermal Coffeemaker, Black Review

Mr. Coffee FTTX95-1 10-Cup Thermal Coffeemaker, Black
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this was a gift for my husband, we've had it for about 2 weeks. he tends to nurse a pot of coffee over several hours, so we thought this would be better than the conventional coffee makers. it doesn't have a warming plate, so we don't have to worry about leaving it "on" accidentally. the coffee doesn't burn after sitting there for a couple of hours. it also has a water filter insert. my husband is overjoyed, he has his hot coffee when he wants it and says it tastes better than our old coffee maker coffee. he loves the programmable coffee brewing feature as well.

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Form follows function with a sleek coffee maker, and the double-wall stainless-steel thermal carafe that keeps coffee piping hot. The brushed chrome accents pair perfectly with today's stainless-steel kitchens.

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2/11/2011

Brita 42201 On Tap Filtration System, White Review

Brita 42201 On Tap Filtration System, White
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I don't know what it is about this product, but it just does not hold up at all.Actually, I do know what it is: cheaply made.
When it works, it works great.There is nothing like having fresh water at the tap without having to refill a pitcher every day.But it won't take long for you to realize that this device isn't made for the long term.
Within months of owning small leaks start to occur around the device.Shortly after those appear, the leaks worsen and will actually run into the water you are wanting to filter.
After spending over $100 on 3 replacements and how ever many replacement filters, I have learned my lesson the hard way on this product.
You really do get what you pay for in this product.

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COX42201Multistage faucet filter reduces impurities and has an added layer to trap sediment. All that's left behind is cleaner, great-tasting water. Reduces Lead, Cryptosporidium and Giardia, TTHMs and VOC (substances reduced may not be in all userswater). Plus this space-saving filtration system has advanced features for the ultimate in convenience. Features a long-lasting filter, plus 3 spray flow options: filtered water, spray or stream. Electronic filter-change indicator tells you when to change your filter. Easy installation attaches to faucet in minutes without tools. White. Global Product Type: Water Filters; Water Filters Type: Faucet Filter; For Use With: N/A; Filtration: N/A.PRODUCT DETAILS: -Water Filters Type: Faucet Filter. -Global Product Type: Water Filters. -Post-Consumer Recycled Content Percent : 0 pct. -Pre-Consumer Recycled Content Percent : 0 pct. -Total Recycled Content Percent : 0 pct. Package: Includes faucet filter system.Green Product:

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2/05/2011

PUR 2-Stage Vertical White Faucet Mount FM-3333B Review

PUR 2-Stage Vertical White Faucet Mount FM-3333B
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I picked up one of these (FM3333) for my office. One thing that caught my eye is that it included a 2-stage filter. We have used a single-stage on-tap filter by another maker in the past, but it clogged up too quickly, so having a filter that could trap sediment was an important consideration.

The filter holder installed on the faucet effortlessly without any tools. Our faucet has exterior screw threads, so the faucet adapter included in the package wasn't needed.

The filter itself took a little extra effort to insert into the filter holder. It seemed to be a very tight fit (but not an improper fit).

Filtered water comes out the bottom not really in a stream or a spray, but somewhere in between.It comes out at a slower rate than unfiltered, but I expected that.It's an adequate rate, not a trickle by any means.

Controlling the filter couldn't be simpler or more pleasant.Tip it backwards to bypass the filter, tilt it straight up again to filter again.The tilting action feels very smooth, no feeling of cheap-plastic friction.

Another nice feature is the gauge that shows roughly how much use is left before the filter needs to be changed.It's purely mechanical, no batteries necessary.

I recommend the Pur without hesitation.

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The improved, next generation of PUR faucet mounts is at your service. With a one-year warranty, high-quality construction, 1-click installation, and easy push-button removal, there's never been an easier or more reliable way to get PUR filtered water. Each PUR 2 stage filter gives you 100 gallons of clean, healthy, great-tasting water.





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2/02/2011

ZeroWater ZD-023 23-Cup Water Dispenser and Filtration System Review

ZeroWater ZD-023 23-Cup Water Dispenser and Filtration System
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Get this and drink clean water!

I've been using a zerowater pitcher for about a year.Just got this larger dispenser and couldn't be happier.So much easier than buying bottles and the water is much cleaner and healthier (I add mineral drops to make it perfect).I am sensitive to Chlorine and Fluoride so zerowater makes me feel much better.

Most bottled waters are not nearly as pure as zerowater and contain chlorine, fluoride, or some of both.Lots of companies even add the fluoride after getting it clean.Maybe some people want it, but I don't.Of course bottles are a bad solution anyways, since the plastic chemicals can get into the water, and the bottles themselves create a lot of waste.

Not everyone needs to avoid chemicals in their water like I do, but everyone can enjoy drinking clean water.With this dispenser you can even cook with clean water.I drink the water cold, heat it in my electric kettle for tea, and make soup, all with perfectly pure water.

Just as a note, another reviewer mentioned using a PH test kit for a swimming pool.That test is not useful for drinking water.Typically pure water has a PH of 7, while your pool should be more alkaline (7.2 - 7.8 usually).So, an "acidic" result actually is further proof that the water is pure and below the test kit's range.Tap water tests more alkaline due to dissolved salts/minerals as well as chlorine, fluoride, etc.Because PH is a logarithmic scale, it would be completely normal to require large quantities of more alkaline water to raise the PH of pure water into the range of tap water or pool water.

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With its generous 23-cup capacity, this innovative water-filtration system keeps pure, filtered drinking water conveniently accessible--its sleek, space-saving design fits neatly on the counter or on a shelf in the refrigerator. Functioning as both a water filter and a handy dispenser, the unit comes equipped with a push-button spout for simple one-handed dispensing into a glass, water bottle, or other beverage container, or even into a pot for cooking. Unlike conventional two-stage carbon filters, the dispenser's next-generation filtration system combines five levels of water-purifying technology. First, its activated carbon and oxidation reduction alloy removes the chlorine taste typically associated with tap water. Next, its Ion Exchange stage removes virtually all dissolved solids that may be left over from public water systems or even leached into water from aluminum, lead, and other types of piping. Finally, three additional stages of filtration remove other impurities and ensure the water receives the appropriate amount of treatment time to deliver a "000" reading on the included laboratory-grade Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) water-testing meter. Other accessories include a patented dual Ion Exchange water filter, a handy user manual, and $35 in coupons for future filter purchases. Thoughtfully designed, the water dispenser also provides a built-in TDS meter holder, a flip-up lid for easily adding more water, and a shape that completely dispenses all the water inside, which means no stale water to worry about. A useful addition to any busy and health-conscious household, the 23-cup water-filtration dispenser measures approximately 6 by 11-1/5 by 15-1/5 inches and carries a 90-day limited warranty.

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