My toaster part works, but the egg cooking section does not work. Can it be repaired?
322574
In my case, it ended up being a failed relay inside the unit. It is likely repairable - if you have knowledge of electronics and soldering. I replaced the failed relay two years ago and it's still going strong; I think West Bend uses low-quality components in these things.
322575
Is it still under warrentee? If so contact company. I have found even if things are under warrentee they may make you pay postage and it is expensive. This has long become a throw away society, sadly. They make it to difficult to get repaired unless you know of a local repair shop, then get an estimate from them. This may be the best way. Anything is fixable but they would rather sell you a new one!
322576
I don't know...I would recommend contacting the maker. Sorry I can't be more helpful.
322577
Not likely, I've had 2 of these do the same thing, either the heating element went out or the sensor that detects that there is water in the unit is bad, either way the repair part required would probably be to expensive to replace, so enjoy you nice big oversized toaster.
1102449
I got mine 2011 still working, mind I don't make toast every day. Just a little slow compared to old toaster that is probably because they made the slots wider so the coils are further away from the toast.
72895
I was looking for exactly that solution. My old faithful has packed it in on the toaster timer and I had a flaming piece of toast when I came back to the kitchen. I just want to replace the toaster shut off...or buy a new unit that will fit in the old under cabinet brackets. Who repairs switches?
1120045
Based on the reviews I read, it looks like you will need ship the broken toaster to Cuisinart, and pay for Cuisinart shipping fee to send you the replacement. At $30 a pop, it seems that paying for replacement shipping charges alone will get close to a new one. I'd rather buy it some place where I can return to the store any time if it breaks.
357472
I do not have that unit any longer as the toaster would not go down.. It is a problem with the handle and hopfull T Fal will change the material is uses in the handle meckanism.
1220320
You may have just gotten a defective... Either that, or I just got a really good one, but my toastation does a good job with toasting.
1052678
Yes but not well. I just do not recommend spending the money on this toaster. We bought it and got rid of it 6 weeks after buying. Just not a good product. don't let the egg poacher sway you, works but a mess to clean up.
753965
In the case of my toaster, all the heat was coming from the bottom. The upper part was getting hot only when the broiler function (which broke after few days) was activated.
73620
Unfortunately, my toaster broke after only a few uses, so I'm sorry I can't help you on that issue. Nice looking toaster, but not much good.
1799710
We had to call an appliance repair company. There was an electrical board that failed and they replaced it for us. Since then, that side worked great until the "red side" stopped working. Have to call the company back to replace that board as well...
445436
No, I don't think so. I cannot recommend this toaster because in less than a year mine was no longer working!
2003711
No.But just as an update I will tell you I still love my toaster!It is used for toast every day and eggs & toast a few times a week. I have eliminated frivolous kitchen gadgetry and although this may be a novelty, it is very very useful.
1743953
The only time I had that problem I discovered the toaster wasn't plugged in. Once I plugged it in the lever stayed down.
497744
I ended up throwing away my Model KMTT200OB Kitchen Aid toaster after several attempts to repair it. I'm sorry you bought one of these because it seems to me to be poorly designed and constructed. If possible, I would return it.
110713
I love the toaster, but the cord was weird place. I wrap it undernear on the hook-like legs and it works fine that way. Good Louck with that. Jo
1796056
I don't really know. Assuming that your doing the poached egg. You may have to adjust the water that you are putting in and make sure your toaster in level. I boiled an egg in the machine for the first time the other day, and it was a medium (kind of running) so next time I will adjust the water by adding more water for a hard boiled.
1530357
First make sure you have a connection to the web. If you do and It does the same then I don't know what you can do yourself but you can do some other things. Contact the seller and tell them the problem. If you had this for too long a time then they may not do anything for you. If your past your guarantee time then I would just go to an electronic store. Be very polite and ask them If they can help you solve the problem. If they say a part needs to be replaced then It's up to you If you choose to repair It. Personally, I would toss It out. It may cost more to repair then what you paid for It. Life's lessons can sometimes be costly. Never buy a cheap gadget again. There's a reason why It's cheap. I didn't buy mine for myself but for a relative. I told him over and over to not buy It but he did and It broke. Better to save your money and buy a better one with a better brand and a good warrantee. Other then that.... Good luck!