Zojirushi EC-BD15BAFresh Brew Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: ZojirushiBrand: Zojirushi
Model: EC-BD15BA
Color: Black/Stainless
Product features:
- Stylish automatic coffee brewer with 1.5-liter thermal carafe
- Stainless-steel carafe keeps coffee hot for hours
- 1025 watts; electronic clock/timer with preset function; auto shut-off for safety
- Clever brew-and-serve lid design; easy-to-read water gauge
- Measures 15 by 12 by 9 inches; 1-year warranty
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Zojirushi EC-BD15BAFresh Brew Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker
Customer Review: "Adequate" and that's about it...
Summary: 3 Stars
I read some complaints about the lid and it being "frustrating' to open. I do not find that to be the case, but is is difficult to see the open position in the early morning light.
The bigger issues in my opinion are:
1) If you forget to put the lid on the carafe when brewing (which is not difficult - I've done it a couple times now) you get a huge mess!!
2) The stainless steel carafe acts as a heat sink, basically cooling down the coffee rather than keeping it hot! This is not an issue unique to Zojirushi. I suggest going with a coffee maker that has a plastic insullated carafe which is far superior.
I do not typically write product reviews but felt compelled based on my disappointment of a coffee maker at this price level.
Description of Zojirushi EC-BD15BAFresh Brew Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker
Zojirushi's EC-BD15BA 1.5 Liter Fresh Brew Coffee Maker with Vacuum Stainless Steel Carafe is gorgeous and functional and will look spectacular on your countertop. It has many wonderful features.Lots of folks dislike the burnt flavor that coffee gets when it sits in a glass pot over a heating element. To avoid this, coffee shops often brew right into large thermal pots to keep the coffee warm without it becoming overcooked. The Zojirushi Fresh Brew does that, too, but in home-sized batches. It looks great, too, with a glossy black body and stainless steel carafe and brew basket.
To brew, lift the lid and swing the water outlet spout to one side while the filter is being loaded; the spout will return to its proper position when the lid is closed. A small red ball in the water gauge makes it extra simple to read. And an electronic clock module also serves as a timer that will start the brewer at a specified time. The carafe's lid is designed to be on during brewing, with a small cap to help keep the heat in after it's ready. The Fresh Brew also has a pause-and-serve function that stops the flow for 30 seconds while a cup of coffee is served.
To clean the brewer unit, use a solution of white vinegar and water, following the instructions in the accompanying booklet. The unit is not immersible. The exterior can be wiped with a damp soft rag; do not use abrasives or scouring pads. The filter reservoir is removable; clean with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly. The coffee brewer measures 15 by 12 by 9 inches (includes carafe handle when unit is completely assembled), and it uses #4 cone-shaped disposable paper filters. The Fresh Brew comes with a detailed instruction booklet. Zojirushi guarantees its products with a one-year limited warranty. --Garland Withers
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