I understand the time/power knob can be used to set smaller times than 1 minute. Does it go up in 5 second increments? Is it pretty easy to set?
1430266
The dial is extremely easy to use. It counts from 1 to 10 seconds in 1 second intervals It counts from 10 seconds to 1 minute in 5 second intervals It counts from 1 minute to 30 minutes in 10 second intervals The weight side of the dieal is for cooking by weight or to set the defroster. The turbo defroster works very well. No cooked outside frozen center. It is defrosted evenly and perfectly. For a small size model you will be surprised by how effective the power is. When we bought this for a very small kitchen I told myself it was a make=do until we get a larger place and get a "real microwave." I'm singing a new tune now. It's not sparkly or flashy looking but it functions with the big boys. Hard to beat for the price.
1430267
The dial is extremely easy to use.It counts from 1 to 10 seconds in 1 second intervalsIt counts from 10 seconds to 1 minute in 5 second intervalsIt counts from 1 minute to 30 minutes in 10 second intervalsThe weight side of the dieal is for cooking by weight or to set the defroster. The turbo defroster works very well. No cooked outside frozen center. It is defrosted evenly and perfectly.For a small size model you will be surprised by how effective the power is. When we bought this for a very small kitchen I told myself it was a make=do until we get a larger place and get a "real microwave." I'm singing a new tune now. It's not sparkly or flashy looking but it functions with the big boys. Hard to beat for the price. The dial is extremely easy to use.It counts from 1 to 10 seconds in 1 second intervalsIt counts from 10 seconds to 1 minute in 5 second intervalsIt counts from 1 minute to 30 minutes in 10 second intervalsThe weight side of the dieal is for cooking by weight or to set the defroster. The turbo defroster works very well. No cooked outside frozen center. It is defrosted evenly and perfectly.For a small size model you will be surprised by how effective the power is. When we bought this for a very small kitchen I told myself it was a make=do until we get a larger... » Read More The dial is extremely easy to use.It counts from 1 to 10 seconds in 1 second intervalsIt counts from 10 seconds to 1 minute in 5 second intervalsIt counts from 1 minute to 30 minutes in 10 second intervalsThe weight side of the dieal is for cooking by weight or to set the defroster. The turbo defroster works very well. No cooked outside frozen center. It is defrosted evenly and perfectly.For a small size model you will be surprised by how effective the power is. When we bought this for a very small kitchen I told myself it was a make=do until we get a larger place and get a "real microwave." I'm singing a new tune now. It's not sparkly or flashy looking but it functions with the big boys. Hard to beat for the price. « Show Less
1430268
I've learned to use the Power setting to lower the power to 8 from 10, then I turn the knob below it to 45 seconds to warm my husband's favorite breakfast large muffin from the store, and it's perfect. If the muffin's cold to start with. If it's room temp, I turn the knob to 25 seconds and that's perfect. I'm using the Power level and knob more and more, as some frozen dinners state 1100 watts, heat for 5 l/2 mins. and I'm not sure if this microwave isn't a little too hot for 5 l/2 minutes, so I lower the setting to 9, and turn the knob to 5 l/2. I'm not yet an expert on all the settings, but so far, after 2 months, I really really like this microwave. I've learned to use the Power setting to lower the power to 8 from 10, then I turn the knob below it to 45 seconds to warm my husband's favorite breakfast large muffin from the store, and it's perfect. If the muffin's cold to start with. If it's room temp, I turn the knob to 25 seconds and that's perfect. I'm using the Power level and knob more and more, as some frozen dinners state 1100 watts, heat for 5 l/2 mins. and I'm not sure if this microwave isn't a little too hot for 5 l/2 minutes, so I lower the setting to 9, and turn the knob to 5 l/2. I'm not yet an expert on all the settings,... » Read More I've learned to use the Power setting to lower the power to 8 from 10, then I turn the knob below it to 45 seconds to warm my husband's favorite breakfast large muffin from the store, and it's perfect. If the muffin's cold to start with. If it's room temp, I turn the knob to 25 seconds and that's perfect. I'm using the Power level and knob more and more, as some frozen dinners state 1100 watts, heat for 5 l/2 mins. and I'm not sure if this microwave isn't a little too hot for 5 l/2 minutes, so I lower the setting to 9, and turn the knob to 5 l/2. I'm not yet an expert on all the settings, but so far, after 2 months, I really really like this microwave. « Show Less
1430269
It is very easy to use. The machine is intuitive to use. I can not remember if you can turn the know in 1 or 5 second increments. I use the microwave at work so I can not check it out now. I would highly recommend purchasing the machine. It is attractive and powerful.
1430270
I had the larger version without the know and it lasted 10 years. We bought this version last fall and yes to both your questions.
889265
Yes, one setting for 2 seconds and one setting for 10 seconds. Works beautifully.
943953
The lowest amount of time you can set it for is five minutes, so as long as your tasks are five minutes or more I don't see why not!
890679
Yes it has a 5 minute and a 10 minute setting. We love it you can also flip it on from a switch if needed and then it goes back to your setting.
2095826
Wow this is quite an ancient post. So far I've looked over the large sheet of directions and set up a few programmable times. Unfortunately nothing has indicated to me that each of the outlets can be timed individually. As far as custom times, you can set 1 turn on time and 1 turn off time on four different programmable settings. For example, program 1 could be set to turn on at 6 AM and to off at 7 PM while program 2 (if selected) could be set to turn on at 6 AM and turn off at 5 PM.
853742
I have been setting my timer to 9 hours, and that seems to work well. You can control the timing. If you think 9 hours is too long, set for less.
331913
Would it be possible to set continuous 10 minute intervals, without having to push a button or reset it after each 10 minutes? - thanks!
1485780
Yes. On the left press the PROG button and use the hour/minute buttons to set the time you want. Then press the AUTO button on the right and that's it. It has to off though to set it.
1812650
No you can't set seconds, however, it counts down by seconds. You can set hours & minutes.
2259818
I believe you can turn it a little less than 15, but I dont believe there is an indicated "5" or "10" minute.
844430
The minimum time increment is one minute. For example, you can set the first timer to turn the power ON every Wednesday at 10:16 AM and to turn it OFF at 10:17 AM. And there are seven more timers that can be set to other days and time intervals. The numbers are not smaller than the text on a common cell phone. By the way, the timer does not need to be plugged in when you change the settings. Take it to your desk, put on reading eyeglasses (if you use them) and set up everything. Then go plug the timer in an outlet and plug a cord into it. This is simple.
1855055
Yes. Actually because it also has hours, when you set the timer you have to enter hrs., min., seconds, then start. ie: 00:00:30 to set for 30 seconds. Hope this helps.
247889
Yes you can measure seconds. So you can set for one minute 30 seconds if you want.
278422
I use the quick minute feature all the time. It's easier than setting the dial. If I want less than a minute, I just open it when I think it's ready and hit the off button. It's very easy to hit the button a few times and then hit start.
1811783
No, cannot set for one minute. One touch of button turns on whatever is plugged into it for just about an hour.
5023
the express knob gives 30 second & the bottom knob gives you 1 min. but if you press the knob again you can increase it by 10 with each press. Also you can control the time by turning the bottom knob counterclockwise & select type & wgt. according to chart on pg. 10.
1373956
I just tried mine set at 1 second - it worked fine. But, I don't know why anyone would want to set that short a play time.