OK if anybody knows this
Mar 16, 2024 20:23:01 #
dbrugger25
Loc: Raleigh, NC
Desert Gecko wrote:
i This restriction generates heat, and something ... (show quote)
If the connection of the duplex outlet to the wires is poor, or the internal contacts to the appliance plug are damaged or burned, that will cause the appliance to not get enough amperage and voltage to operate properly. That can cause them to overheat or possibly burn out.
Appliances with just a filament, such as a light bulb or toaster will just not heat-up enough. A motor that is doing work, such as a fan, pump, food mixer or power tool can easily burn out due to overheating.
Feel the receptacle, and the power cord near the plug to see it is excessively warm. If you have an infrared scanner which can be bought at builders' suppliers or hardware stores, Walmart or Amazon for less than $20.00 you can learn a lot that will help you. I also use them for cooking to see if a pan or oven is hot enough, and to find sources of household heat loss.
Mar 16, 2024 20:39:44 #
dbrugger25 wrote:
If the connection of the duplex outlet to the wire... (show quote)
Thank you. I will have an infrared scanner tomorrow!
Mar 17, 2024 03:04:40 #
Sounds like low voltage at receptacle. When we had power outage I lost a refrigerator and PC from the "brown power" caused by low voltage. Had a receptacle in the wall burn up because the neutral wire was loose on the receptacle plug. Fortunately the receptacle died and not my LED TV.
Mar 17, 2024 05:30:26 #
terryMc wrote:
Completely different receptacle. You couldn't plug it into 230.
But It could be low voltage!!
Mar 17, 2024 09:36:13 #
Horseart wrote:
A friend told me that any speck of dirt or grease in them would make them smoke but mine are as clean as clean can get, just like brand new.
I'll let you know what he says....when I can catch him.
I'll let you know what he says....when I can catch him.
Mine is clean, but not spotless, and it has never smoked. I clean it thoroughly every so often, but it has never caused a problem. Since several appliances has had problems with that outlet, getting an electrician would be a good idea.
Mar 17, 2024 10:07:47 #
jerryc41 wrote:
... Since several appliances has had problems with that outlet, getting an electrician would be a good idea.
Most definitely!
Sounds like a low voltage under load problem at the outlet.
Mar 17, 2024 11:21:57 #
In general though, low voltage is an issue for motors, not heating elements or magnetrons, and the only motor involved is the cooling fan in the microwave, so I’m struggling to see how that effected the toaster oven, unless it has a fan. IF it’s power, I’m betting on an open or high resistance neutral.
Mar 17, 2024 11:26:39 #
We used to bring home jalapeno cornbread and rolls from our favorite restaurant. Thing is they would put them in a metallic lined bag to keep them warm, but it didn't work overnight. So, the next day I put the bag in the microwave, unaware of the metal lining in the bag. POOF!!!! What fun!!
Mar 17, 2024 11:54:41 #
Someone mentioned a recall of another brand, many brands are made by the same company or at least many specific components are. Didn't see anything about checking for recalls on brand in question?
Mar 17, 2024 12:29:47 #
SteveR wrote:
We used to bring home jalapeno cornbread and rolls from our favorite restaurant. Thing is they would put them in a metallic lined bag to keep them warm, but it didn't work overnight. So, the next day I put the bag in the microwave, unaware of the metal lining in the bag. POOF!!!! What fun!!
And yet, the entire inside of the microwave is metal.
Mar 17, 2024 12:49:34 #
jerryc41 wrote:
And yet, the entire inside of the microwave is metal.
There are also some foods sold in cartons which have metallized coated cardboard in the bottom for cooking pizzas, French fries ?
Once used a dish with metal trim, looked like a mini electrical storm inside.
Mar 17, 2024 15:41:08 #
jerryc41 wrote:
And yet, the entire inside of the microwave is metal.
It reflects the microwaves around the inside of the oven.
Mar 17, 2024 16:21:55 #
just a word of caution, the panel with the X looks like the Magnetron, ie the thing that produces the microwaves.
The magnetron holds a VERY high voltage even when unplugged and should only be looked at by a qualified person.
Please stay safe
The magnetron holds a VERY high voltage even when unplugged and should only be looked at by a qualified person.
Please stay safe
Mar 17, 2024 17:15:51 #
Mar 17, 2024 19:32:58 #
Never place anything uncovered in a microwave even if just a paper towel.if you ever need a great toaster type over I will recommend the ninja foodie.the one that flip upward to give you more counter space.we use ours dayly and have been using it since they were first introduced it about 5 years ago without a proplem.
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