Braun KF550-BK AromaDeluxe 10-Cup Coffeemaker, Black by Braun List Price: $25.00 $44.99 At Amazon on 11-11-2008.

Product Review Something about the gurgling action of this 10-cup capacity coffeemaker produces a heady aroma that will bring all coffee lovers running with their mugs. This sleek hour-glass-shaped model comes with all the amenities: a sure-grip handle on the carafe, a pause-and-serve feature for mid-brew pouring, a push-button release for the swing-out filter basket, a removable gold-tone screen filter (or, use a No. 4 paper filter), a water-level indicator, and a 2-hour automatic shutoff. What really makes coffee from this machine taste better is the replaceable Brita water filter; it significantly reduces chlorine and prevents calcification (scale) buildup. A handy dial acts as a reminder to replace the filter every two months, or simply install the space compensator if the filter is not desired. All removable parts of the coffeemaker are dishwasher-safe. This Braun product measures 13 by 10 by 7 inches, and is covered by a one-year warranty against defects. --Ann Bieri Product Description You can't go wrong with this coffee maker from Braun, a trusted coffee maker pro. With the replaceable Brita water filter, the flavor is instantly improved. This coffee maker even reminds you when it's time to replace the filter. Easy to clean; all removable parts are dishwasher safe.Features Include:Powerful 1100 watts Fast brewing system delivering premium aroma Water filtration system for optimal taste One free Brita water filter included Automatic switch off after two hours Open, non-slip handlePause and Serve featureGold tone filterEasy pouringFilter release system for convenient handlingPivoting filter basket with overflow protectionTake out filter basket for easy fillingWater level indicatorDishwasher safe carafe, lid and filter basketCord storage compartment Product Reviews Please note, the KF550 was released around January of 2004. If you're seeing reviews (and espcially negative reviews) prior to that time it's because reviewers should have been reviewing the similar KF510 which preceded this one but the KF550 had reviews on amazon.com for months before you could even order it so people were simply adding reviews to a similar looking but different machine. By all accounts the KF510 made FAST coffee -- too fast. This improved version (KF550) makes it slower for better flavor (longer contact between water and ground beans). So watch for reviews on this one AFTER January 2004 and ignore any before. The problems with the KF510 have been fixed and this is by all accounts one of the most stylish (and tasty) coffee makers you can buy. ADDENDUM: After usign this for several months it's still a great coffee maker but I notice we pay the price for the gorgeous/shiny coffee filter basket -- the plastic seems to be coming apart in layers after this time due to heat of washing in the dishwasher. If you're going to buy this coffee maker you may want to wash the filter basket manually. Also of note, when you want to replace the filter basket you can ($5 to $10 online) but only in black or white, not in the slick, rich looking silver color that came with the coffee maker and was one of the reasons I liked it. On the bright side, however, when I wrote to Braun to complain about this they sent me a replacement of the correct silver filter basket for free. Good service. Good product. Back To Top Braun KF550-BK AromaDeluxe 10-Cup Coffeemaker, Black Available from Amazon Price: $44.99 Updated on 11-11-2008.

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