Basic Level Article
What a fantastic modern invention!
The Tefal QuickCup presents the evolution of that most basic and everyday of kitchen appliances - the kettle.
This device heats just the requisite amount of water one needs, thus saving an estimated 65% of the cost equivalent of using a conventional kettle.
A custom "cup size" can be set - typically to the size of one's smallest cup (though any quantity limited only by the integrated 1.5l reservoir can be delivered on-demand), thereafter a single press of the red button dispenses the set amount.
From button press to hot water commencing takes just three seconds, so using this unit is also much faster than a normal kettle!
Though tea afficionadoes should note that the QuickCup doesn't actually boil the water - it's heated to just 90°C. There's no pre-heating nor power use when not heating/pumping - making it massively energy efficient.
Those chosing to not drink water straight from the tap are not forgotten either - an optional filter cartridge can be installed within the unit (as shown in the pic), so it can integrally dispense cold or hot filtered water.
Given the cost savings in operation, buying this unit "pays back" within two years from its purchase and is in any case a worthwhile investment in decreasing environmental impact and carbon footprint.
Highly recommended.
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Posted 5/19/2008 08:42:00 PM, Monday, 19 May 2008, by 
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