How long do the heating elements last?
1411767
I have done 13 beef roasts now, never had a problem with the element, today in regina Saskatchewan , Canada it was -12 Celsius , I was running a temp of 250F the heat control was between low and medium , more towards low, the element is like your kitchen stove , if you don't pour cold water on a hot element it will not fail. I forgot to mention about the smoke chips buy the fine stuff, also if you have a little propane torch like for soldering , use that to get the chips going, then you would have to wait for the element to heat up chips when you first start out, I have down pat on this puppy, I love it like grandmas Apple pie. I have done 13 beef roasts now, never had a problem with the element, today in regina Saskatchewan , Canada it was -12 Celsius , I was running a temp of 250F the heat control was between low and medium , more towards low, the element is like your kitchen stove , if you don't pour cold water on a hot element it will not fail. I forgot to mention about the smoke chips buy the fine stuff, also if you have a little propane torch like for soldering , use that to get the chips going, then you would have to wait for the element to heat up chips when you first start out, I have down pat on this... » Read More I have done 13 beef roasts now, never had a problem with the element, today in regina Saskatchewan , Canada it was -12 Celsius , I was running a temp of 250F the heat control was between low and medium , more towards low, the element is like your kitchen stove , if you don't pour cold water on a hot element it will not fail. I forgot to mention about the smoke chips buy the fine stuff, also if you have a little propane torch like for soldering , use that to get the chips going, then you would have to wait for the element to heat up chips when you first start out, I have down pat on this puppy, I love it like grandmas Apple pie. « Show Less
1411768
We have only owned ours since Dec 2015, so I cannot give you an accurate response. We have used it, however, and it works great!
1111068
I have hidden heating elements and I have placed my sheet on the bottom. It may take longer to cook things but that is okay with me. I usually add five minutes to the cooking time.
412671
The bake, convection, broil, and warm settings can be set for up to 2 hours. The toast and probe settings cannot be timed.
1984232
My recollection was 90 days manufacturers which is about standard. I have been using mine in the shop for about 6 months the only problem i have had is that the numbers indicating the heat scale wore off the second time i used it. So we don't know what number setting we are on. but the thing is used several times a day and has worked flawlessly. best electric burner i ever had.
71929
If kept in a cool, humid free area they can last for years. If I remember correctly I'm thinking 10 years +/- a year or two.
876727
20 hours. you also have the option to sent the warmer to the amount of time you want to hold something.
788596
According to the directions I read, they will not stay warm that long. There are hand warmers that will stay warm up to 8 hours and you don't have to boil them, but they are not reusable.
424760
The time the fuel will last will depend on the heat of the flame. As I mentioned before I have a bad experienced with these stoves on low. I go though about a can over 5 hours of using the stove.
1941176
Roughly 15 minutes. They will burn when damp or wet due to humidity, rain or closeness to water sources like waterfalls/ocean too, so theyre ideal for camping or picnics. If they ever melt due to being left out in the sun, heat or you forget them in a closed truck, camper or car, they can still be used in bits and pieces.The only things I've found as cheap and easy to use are fire starter logs (break it hack off what you need, as needed; but I do this one for firepits not food cooking ), and the homemade ones where you melt paraffin wax into cardboard or paper egg cartons, and break off sections of that as needed. Roughly 15 minutes. They will burn when damp or wet due to humidity, rain or closeness to water sources like waterfalls/ocean too, so theyre ideal for camping or picnics. If they ever melt due to being left out in the sun, heat or you forget them in a closed truck, camper or car, they can still be used in bits and pieces.The only things I've found as cheap and easy to use are fire starter logs (break it hack off what you need, as needed; but I do this one for firepits not food cooking ), and the homemade ones where you melt paraffin wax into cardboard or paper egg cartons, and... » Read More Roughly 15 minutes. They will burn when damp or wet due to humidity, rain or closeness to water sources like waterfalls/ocean too, so theyre ideal for camping or picnics. If they ever melt due to being left out in the sun, heat or you forget them in a closed truck, camper or car, they can still be used in bits and pieces.The only things I've found as cheap and easy to use are fire starter logs (break it hack off what you need, as needed; but I do this one for firepits not food cooking ), and the homemade ones where you melt paraffin wax into cardboard or paper egg cartons, and break off sections of that as needed. « Show Less
1093498
Not sure exactly, we have six people in our house so usually doesn't last long. I know its still hot after 3-4 hours.
843654
There is no heating element. Thermal carafe keeps it hot. Our old one lasted until I erroneously put hot water into tank which is a big no!
461532
I do not know if they sell a heating element separately but I do know that if you unplug it after brewing your coffee that the percolator can last over 10 yrs. if you leave it plugged in to keep it warm the heating element will fail sooner. The coffee percolators are now cheaper than when I purchased my first one!
888252
Usually 20 minutes but I have noticed the heat intensifies slighty when used numerous times in a row. That's a good thing :D
1438062
How long have you had it? If you are still inside the return window, that is what I suggest. I had two heating elements go out within about 6 hours of work. Returned it and got a Hakko. No regrets.
1958442
I've had mine for 4 months in an oven where the element is not exposed; it's under the metal bottom of the oven.No issues and cleans up well.
1984600
How long can I leave this on for at a time? and Does it keep the contents hot/warm?
2124649
They do not stay warm long. Actually they really never get "hot", you get about 15 minutes of warm as long as you are constantly kneading them. After about 30 minutes there's almost no heat at all. Activation is another 30 minutes of boiling water and waiting for them to be "completely" fluid again.