One customer put a picture of the interior of the pot, Thanks!. Is the plastic "fill marker" vital for function or can you cut it off?
620579
I'd like to see the picture. My kettle is now about twelve years old (working very well, thank you), and the fill marker is quite hard and an integral part of the design. I can't imagine anyone even trying to cut it off. If one fills the kettle beyond that mark, the boiling water is apt to spill out over the lid. I'd leave it alone.
620580
The interior plastic piece of my particular kettle came off very easily; no cutting was necessary. I would say that it's not necessary, so long as you make a mental note of the max fill line. Since I don't usually use it to boil large volumes of water, over-filling is not really an issue. But I still recall how much is too much for the pot on the rare occasion I need more volume.
330011
As is noted below the reservoir and lid are mostly plastic, the interior of the pot appears to me to be stainless steel. I have had very good results with this unit. I rinse it with clean cold water after each use and occasionally clean it with hot soapy water and small long handled brush, give it a good rinse and let it air dry. I never once have had bitter coffee, and also would recommend it to anyone.
1802294
There is foam inside. It's pre-cut into squares... just pull out the squares you don't need to make the spaces.
2043675
No lines inside pot. Use measuring cup for amount you want. Love this pot and the coffee it makes.
1413142
Hmmm... interesting question! It looks to me as though it isn't intended to be removed. I haven't attempted to remove it. I think it is just part of the pen. That's my opinion on the matter.
1249232
The knob on the top is plastic. There is no plastic on the inside of the pot.
535426
You can try to contact the manufacturer. I bought another one (instead of buying the inner pot). I use the "scratched up" inner pot for foods that I know will not stick. Try this link.http://www.maxi-matic.com/product.php?productid=206&cat;=80&page;=1
580969
Yes, I did remove the plastic cover. I love this tea pot. The water heats so quickly, and I like the automatic turn-off. I've had the teapot for about six months now and use it every day.
615085
No the inner lining including the bottom, is all one piece and made of aluminum. It does not bother me. I do not see how that affects the food in the inner pot.It does get dirty and stained easily which I keep clean by adding some vinegar to the water inside every now and then.
884573
Yes, the plastic knob does extend into the the interior but does seem to be of much concern. IT is very small and is not down in the cooking area, just at the top. It does get hit by the steam though. I am more concerned about the fact that all this stuff is made in China and worry the quality of the stainless steal is not what it should be. Problem is, no cookware like this is made here anymore.
1221456
The external bottom of the pot is plastic but no plastic inside. There is a rubber ring seal inside around the metal heating part. I will upload some photos later.
1780317
no there is not a minimal fill for it...but what I can tell you is you want to cook a good pot anyway. This pot is fabulous!!!!! We bought another one for a dear friend. What this pot does is it cooks things faster actually due to the inner pan. its amazing!!!! I would say cook at least half a pot of what ever. Great for Chili or chicken soup, and sauces. have fun!
1858486
There is a raised circle centered on the lid. I think you could cut a pretty clean circle in the top with the right tool, but I am no expert on this. Just my opinion...
110880
This pot has a small line on the inside. If you can't find the line , I would use according to what I was cooking. I love this pot so much, I bought one for my son and he loves it too.
637748
I agree with the water and vinegar solution. This is needed only rarely. I put the pot right in the dishwasher occasionally and rinse it out on a regular basis with plain or soapy water - rinse well The plastic parts may warp in a dishwasher that is run on sanitize but otherwise those are OK in the dishwasher too.
753339
Mine has markings for quarts and liters, but unlike the other reviewer's, the markings on my pot are NOT easy to read. They are so faint that they are invisible unless the pot is tilted to the light in exactly the right way. My pot is old, so I wonder whether the newer ones are marked more clearly? Anyway, the markings are there!
957109
Yes, the inside pot is removable. I have used it a several times and it comes clean very easily.