KitchenAid Artisan KEK1222
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Stylish and functional kettle
Artisan KEK1222Love this kettle
Easy to keep clean
Doesn’t take up too much real estate in my kitchen
Cute mini kettle
Artisan KEK1222I brought this as I wanted this to go with my toaster. It is like a mini kettle, I’ve had no issues with this as i have had this less than a month 20% discount
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Kitchen Aid Kettle v disappointing
Artisan KEK1222I bought a kitchen aid kettle KEK1565AER 1.5L Design Kettle - Empire Red from David Jone online and was v alarm and disappointed when I saw the corrosion on the upper edge of the kettle has corrosion and formed a rusty rim after a few times used. The kettle arrived on 27 Sept 2022 and I wrote in a complaint on 2 Oct 2022. The response was again disappointing stating "The "rust-like" appearance at the bottom of a kettle may be just a harmless buildup of minerals called limescale". There were 2 photos attached which showed the corrosion (rusty) o
... Read moren the top rim of the kettle- the customer service who response didnt even look at the photos attached. This is my first purchase of this premium brand and is totally appalled of the poor quality of product.
Plastic parts inside and signs of corrosion in less than 12 months.
Artisan KEK1222This review is for the KEK1222ASX Stainless Steel version, 11 months since purchase.
I purchased this kettle because I read a review (https://homegearx.com/safest-electric-kettle-without-plastic/) where it said that it has no plastic parts inside.
It does - it has a plastic scale filter and plastic handle connection points. I contacted the reviewer. Got no reply.
At the time I also contacted Appliances Online and also Kitchenaid. No reply from Appliances Online, but KitchenAid were very responsive and helpful. KitchenAid offered a replace
... Read morement, but it also had plastic, so I said don't bother. At the time they said "We used to have an item which was purely stainless steel but we no longer stock it." Anyway, I continued to use it for 11 months, it now has a fine black powder in the bottom that I have washed out a few times. Not sure if its the plastic parts inside or not, but I won't be using this kettle any more as I am concerned with the breakdown of plastics after boiling many times.
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Functional but nothing special
Artisan KEK1222I was mislead to believe this was quiet and rapid boiling, but it's not. It takes as long as the cheap one I had before and makes the same horrible noise. Would return it if I could, not worth the money.
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The water smells and tastes like plastic
Artisan KEK1222I would have loved this kettle except for one problem. From day 1 it has had a plasticy smell and taste in the water. I thought after a year it would have cleared up. But no. It is still the same after all this time. I'm looking for a new kettle now. You would think when you pay $123 for a kettle it wouldn't be tainted with a plastic coating or whatever it is causing the smell and taste.
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Very disappointed with this product!
Artisan KEK1222The top coat next to the handle started to peel off after a bit more than 1 year of use. Also the bottom of the kettle looked rusted from the very beginning. I had to clean it with vinegar, lemon etc. very often so I can use it.
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Hi Mada,
We're sorry to hear this has happened. Can you please email us at enquiries@kitchenaid.com.au with the model number of the kettle and contact number? Or alternatively contact our Customer C
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Should last longer
Artisan KEK1222Less than 2 years old and this expensive kettle has failed. For what it cost, there is an expectation of longevity, however it's ultimate performance is no better than budget brands.
Bought from Peters of Kensington.
Looks great, irritating design, didn’t last long
Artisan KEK1222The kettle looks really swish but refilling is slightly irritating at best. Like most top handle kettles, it’s just a pain to refill. The kettle itself died after a little over a year so please keep the receipt. We foolishly threw ours out (like most people, I’d like to think). Painfully expensive lesson to learn, I guess...
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Not happy
Artisan KEK1222Very simple, nothing special, the inside has a strong smell of like steel after boiling water. Looks very cheap. No value for money. The bottom of the kettle looks already like rusted and I bought it only 12 days ago. When not in use I clean the inside with a towel and leave it opened.because of the strong smell. Who knows what cheap material has been used.
Show detailsHi Sarah, we recommend trying a solution of water and vinegar overnight. Please contact our Customer Service at enquiries@kitchenaid.com.au or 1800 990 990 (landline) or 0249026500 (mobile), they will
... Read more be able to help you with warranty and any product questions. Kind Regards, The KitchenAid TeamI had a real problem with it. There was a strong smell of burnt wires. I had to return it to the shop for a refund. Sorry!
Lovely kettle
Artisan KEK1222This kettle is a gorgeous shape and colour and pours beautifully. Boils quickly and quietly. Can’t comment on longevity as I’ve only had it a few weeks, but it makes me happy every time a make a cup of tea. My only improvement would be to wish it was a little bigger, 1.75L rather than 1.5L
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Strange taste in the water
Artisan KEK1222Purchased this kettle aprox 4 months ago. There is a very strong taste in the water even after all this time- i can taste it when i have a cup of tea. i thought the taste would be gone by now but it hasnt. Other than that the kettle looks very good on our bench and is working well. But because of the taste i would definitely not recommend.
Show detailsHello, it is recommended to fill the kettle to the maximum level and boil, then empty completely. If you are still experiencing the taste, please contact our Customer Service Team at enquiries@kitchen
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Woohoo, love my kettle!
Artisan KEK1222Woohoo! Light to hold, easy to use, quick to boil, lovely pouring action, fills through the spout so I never need to remove the lid, and best of all, I can still hear the audiobook while it boils! I wanted a smaller capacity kettle, and this seems perfect to date. Please please please let it last a long time....
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Corrosion...and less than eighteen months old
Artisan KEK1222We love the kettle...really tasteful design, great for just the two of us.
However, it is corroding around the lid and has begun to leak from the handle, just above the switch and its not even two years old.
We did not keep any receipt, it's a kettle after all...we didn't expect it to last forever...maybe more than eighteen months though.
Too bad for corrosion
Artisan KEK1222We love the kettle and especially love the size and style. However the 'stainless steel' is peeling at the end of the handle and is corroded. Did not expect this to happen. Too bad because it's nicer looking than most of the kettles on the market. Seems like it's not under warranty now.
Show detailsHi Aileen, We would appreciate it if you contact our Customer Service Team and they may be able to help you. You can reach them on 1800 990 990 or enquiries@kitchenaid.com.au
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Questions & Answers
Hi, can anyone tell me is this a noisy kettle? My current one, Russell Hobbs, is so noisy, the television has to be turned up. Thank you in advance.
MF
No, I don't think it is a noisy kettle at all! I love my Kitchenaid kettle.
Thank you Vicki, appreciate such a quick response. Cheers.
I have had this kettle for a year. I sent he first one back because it had a noisy rattle. They sent another one which was the same. I kept it because I love the size & shape & I have got used to the noise.
Jenny
Thank you, I purchased it and it is a little better, heats up quicker so the noise isn’t as obvious.
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- MPN: 4SBFESSENTPKER, 5KEK1222AER, 5KEK1222AOB, 5KEK1222ASX, 5KEK1222AWH and KAD-5KEK1222AER
- GTIN12: 883049386621, 883049386638 and 883049386645
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Hi Daisy,
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry to this. Can you please send an email to enquiries@kitchenaid.com.au including your kettle's serial number (located on the base of
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