- Fast boil 3 kW polycarbonate and stainless steel jug kettle and base
- Concealed element for maximum efficiency and easy clean
- Family size 1.7 l capacity and crystal clear body for easy filling
- Fitted with non-slip, 360° rotational base for left and right-handed usage and cord storage
- Blue illuminated handle and switch on boil
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The Breville JK147 polycarbonate and stainless steel jug kettle combines modern design with high performance. It is high wattage--3 kilowatt (kW)--keeping the boiling time short to save you time and has a concealed element. This makes it easier to clean and more energy efficient than an immersed element, requiring a lower minimum water level in order to function safely. It has a capacity of 1.7 litres (l) and so can accommodate about six to eight cups--ideal for families. The JK147's body is made from crystal clear polycarbonate making it easier to judge the correct amount and giving your kettle a sophisticated style. This is complemented by a stainless steel trim, while the handle and switch illuminate blue on boiling adding to the smart effect. The kettle is fitted with a non-slip, 360° rotational base for left and right-handed usage and cord storage to keep your kitchen worktop fuss-free.
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155 of 155 people found the following review helpful
Being shallow, I fancied adding another piece of stainless steel kit to glitz up my kitchen worksurfaces. The kettle has a steel band around the bottom of a clear plastic jug. As another manufacturer recalled its glass jugged ketttle recently, the plastic is actually very reassuring and seems pretty tough so far.
In true 21st century kitsch style you get a blue LCD light illuminating the frantic bubbling water. You push a button to automatically open the lid for filling (all nice and easy). A flat clear projecting peg at the bottom provides the on switch- although I did a double take in the first week because I'm so used to pushing in a button at the top to power up. There is no minimum marking and the measurements are in cups (1.5 cups fills a mug). The fact that you can see the complete water level as opposed to just a cut away has meant that I am more conscious of how much water I put in -which will hopefully mean a few pence saved off my electricity bill.
There is a little water condensation/drip on the metal power base at times and I've taken to mopping this up (never noticed it on my previous white jug kettle). And it does boil faster than its predecessor, so I can feel less guilty about replacing something just on the basis of looks.
===review update 20 July 2008===== More and more I kept hearing a strange noise coming from the kettle as though it was trying to boil- Occasionally it refused to cut off and kept fiercely boling. I've tagged this down to the absolute necessity to keep the base wiped from any drips- otherwise it gets in the electrics (ie the central columnn the kettle sits on). My other half has the previous more opaque version at his work address and this does not leave drips on the base. It just seems to be down to the angle of the spout- rather bizarre as I've never noticed this on any other kettles.
Since I've started meticulously wiping up the drips it seems to be behaving fine.
===== further update 30 sept 2008=====
My other half's older work model - the Breville JK27- has just exploded into about 20 pieces (as he foolishly assumed that it could be left unattended to turn itself off). Truly after reading all the reviews on this site I query what has happened to the humble kettle. Getting a model that works and doesn't alter the taste of the water seems an incredible battle. If you do get a kettle that you are pleased with after a good run in I urge you to enlighten the rest of us- we need your help!
In true 21st century kitsch style you get a blue LCD light illuminating the frantic bubbling water. You push a button to automatically open the lid for filling (all nice and easy). A flat clear projecting peg at the bottom provides the on switch- although I did a double take in the first week because I'm so used to pushing in a button at the top to power up. There is no minimum marking and the measurements are in cups (1.5 cups fills a mug). The fact that you can see the complete water level as opposed to just a cut away has meant that I am more conscious of how much water I put in -which will hopefully mean a few pence saved off my electricity bill.
There is a little water condensation/drip on the metal power base at times and I've taken to mopping this up (never noticed it on my previous white jug kettle). And it does boil faster than its predecessor, so I can feel less guilty about replacing something just on the basis of looks.
===review update 20 July 2008===== More and more I kept hearing a strange noise coming from the kettle as though it was trying to boil- Occasionally it refused to cut off and kept fiercely boling. I've tagged this down to the absolute necessity to keep the base wiped from any drips- otherwise it gets in the electrics (ie the central columnn the kettle sits on). My other half has the previous more opaque version at his work address and this does not leave drips on the base. It just seems to be down to the angle of the spout- rather bizarre as I've never noticed this on any other kettles.
Since I've started meticulously wiping up the drips it seems to be behaving fine.
===== further update 30 sept 2008=====
My other half's older work model - the Breville JK27- has just exploded into about 20 pieces (as he foolishly assumed that it could be left unattended to turn itself off). Truly after reading all the reviews on this site I query what has happened to the humble kettle. Getting a model that works and doesn't alter the taste of the water seems an incredible battle. If you do get a kettle that you are pleased with after a good run in I urge you to enlighten the rest of us- we need your help!
80 of 80 people found the following review helpful
I bought one of these kettles about 2 years ago, because I also am shallow enough to like things to look good provided they also work well. This kettle works well, and I like the fact you can see how much water you are boiling, so you are less likely to boil too much. The blue light and the furiously boiling water are an added bonus! However, I did have a problem with it not cutting out after it reached boiling point. It was still under guarantee, so I took it back to John Lewis, who pointed out that it probably needed descaling (obviously I felt guilty at this point because I hadn't thought to descale it), but they very kindly gave me a replacement. The new one I have had for almost a year and have descaled it twice. I now have a problem in that it has sprung a leak. I cannot see where it is coming from, but there is a definite leak and the base plate gets covered in water. No explosions so far, but am slightly concerned and I am now looking to buy another kettle. My kettle is still under guarantee but as it was pointed out to me that I should not bring this kettle back as they were not really obliged to replace the first one! So in conclusion I would say this is a very attractive kettle that works well, although in our hard water area it very soon acquires a coating of limescale. As to the leak, maybe it's a one off or maybe they are not built to last?
40 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Wrote a cracking review for this kettle a few months ago. Now i've deleted it because...yes it's leeking like everyone elses.
It looks good, but doesn't last. Look elsewhere!
It looks good, but doesn't last. Look elsewhere!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great Looks But Beware!!!!
i have had two of these kettles and i cannot fault it for its looks.... the first was replaced due to it leaking within a year orf so, the same thing has happened to the second... Read more
Published 23 days ago by Matthew Goddard
Looks great. Boils fast.
I loved this kettle; it was great to watch the water boil. After four years without a problem, the thing has finally given up this week. Read more
Published 1 month ago by J. Gibbins
Great looking kettle with a short life.
Looked great for just over a year, then started leaking between glass and base. Rather disappointing for a good brand.
Published 2 months ago by Ms S Anderson
There should be a law against these things
Saw the reviews, it looked nice, worked well for a while and now the plastic is cracking, it leaks and won't turn off, it must be illegal! Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr. E. Owen
HEALTH AND SAFETY ISSUE
THIS KETTLE SHOULD BE RECALLED AND TAKEN OFF THE MARKET. A HEALTH AND SAFETY ISSUE LEAKING WATER OVER ELECTRIC ?
Published 5 months ago by Mr. R. Leckie
Classy looker.....until it turns brown then the rest
I am looking for a new kettle as this one has given up the ghost! 2 years i think i've had it, and it is smoking when boiling, plus it has been dripping whilst pouring for a long... Read more
Published 7 months ago by L. Beeley
dirty kettle
difficult to de scale , light does not work and you get no response when complaining, do not buy!!!!!!!!!! hopefully I may get some response now!
Published 8 months ago by Frank Pitts
Third Breville 'See Through' Kettle
That was my third and last Breville Clear Plastic Kettle. Yes it looks great and yes you can see how much water's in there plus the entertainment of Water Ebullience Dynamics but... Read more
Published 8 months ago by ConstantKettlePurchaser
DO NOT BUY THIS KETTLE
I bought this kettle just under 2 years ago because it looked very stylish and had the necessary technical spec. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Gatesheadchris
Leaking Breville kettle
Yes the Breville Blue Ice is a fine "designer" product but it chronically leaks: I managed to get one replaced, with modest hassle with Breville, but in time the replacement has... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Adventurous
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