How the pan is locked? How is the build quality of Pan and interior? Thanks!I couldn't find a single photo about the interior of this product on website.I'm asking becuase I used Oster before and that pan was "clipped" in place by 2 small clips. The pan usually came off and made noise during kneading. How the pan is locked? How is the build quality of Pan and interior? Thanks!I couldn't find a single photo about the interior of this product on website.I'm asking becuase... » Read More How the pan is locked? How is the build quality of Pan and interior? Thanks!I couldn't find a single photo about the interior of this product on website.I'm asking becuase I used Oster before and that pan was "clipped" in place by 2 small clips. The pan usually came off and made noise during kneading. « Show Less
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The pan locks by placing it in diagonally and then turning it a little clockwise. This is my first bread machine so I have nothing to compare it to, but I really love it and to me the quality seems really good. I've made some really good bread the past 4 months with this machine !
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I want to answer this because I also had an Oster, which I returned to the store, because we could not remove the pan...my husband finally turned the machine on its side and I dug the bread out. Horrible. The T-fal machine locks easily by placing it diagonally, then turning slightly, and removes by reversing the process. I love it.
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The pan locks in place when turned.lined with t fal so it cleans easily .it is a sturdy pan . the interior is stainless steel. this is my first bread machine so I have nothing to compare with but I love this machine.
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After more than 30 years cooking on standard round bottom woks I just shifted to this one to accommodate my new cook top. I have used the wok many times in the last few months and have not burned anything. I am cooking with the controls set a little lower than on my old cook top, but that's because the multi-ply clad bottom retains heat once the wok heats so you don't have to set the stove as high. As to sticking, I also have not had a problem with that, although I would caution you to season this just like you would any other metallic cooking surface wok. I have found this to be an excellent product. After more than 30 years cooking on standard round bottom woks I just shifted to this one to accommodate my new cook top. I have used the wok many times in the last few months and have not burned anything. I am cooking with the controls set a little lower than on my old cook top, but that's because the multi-ply clad bottom retains heat once the wok heats so you don't have to set the stove as high. As to sticking, I also have not had a problem with that, although I would caution you to season this just like you would any other metallic cooking surface wok. I have found this to be an... » Read More After more than 30 years cooking on standard round bottom woks I just shifted to this one to accommodate my new cook top. I have used the wok many times in the last few months and have not burned anything. I am cooking with the controls set a little lower than on my old cook top, but that's because the multi-ply clad bottom retains heat once the wok heats so you don't have to set the stove as high. As to sticking, I also have not had a problem with that, although I would caution you to season this just like you would any other metallic cooking surface wok. I have found this to be an excellent product. « Show Less
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I checked Norpro's website, and have cut and pasted the description below. I must add, I'm a huge baker and I love this bread pan. I wish they had cupcake/muffin/cake pans made in this steel. The pan is very light weight and has these ridges or weird texturing. The bread pops right out of the pan. You barely need to tap it. It comes out so perfectly, that it looks like you didn't even use the pan. I can't say enough about this pan. Norpro's description:12" NONSTICK BREAD PANPerfect for meatloaf, baking breads and desserts. Heavy gauge steel pans corrugated for extra rigidity.Made of heavy gauge steel with a nonstick coatingSquare folded corners and tapered sidesHand washing recommendedI am definitely ordering more. I checked Norpro's website, and have cut and pasted the description below. I must add, I'm a huge baker and I love this bread pan. I wish they had cupcake/muffin/cake pans made in this steel. The pan is very light weight and has these ridges or weird texturing. The bread pops right out of the pan. You barely need to tap it. It comes out so perfectly, that it looks like you didn't even use the pan. I can't say enough about this pan. Norpro's description:12" NONSTICK BREAD PANPerfect for meatloaf, baking breads and desserts. Heavy gauge steel pans corrugated... » Read More I checked Norpro's website, and have cut and pasted the description below. I must add, I'm a huge baker and I love this bread pan. I wish they had cupcake/muffin/cake pans made in this steel. The pan is very light weight and has these ridges or weird texturing. The bread pops right out of the pan. You barely need to tap it. It comes out so perfectly, that it looks like you didn't even use the pan. I can't say enough about this pan. Norpro's description:12" NONSTICK BREAD PANPerfect for meatloaf, baking breads and desserts. Heavy gauge steel pans corrugated for extra rigidity.Made of heavy gauge steel with a nonstick coatingSquare folded corners and tapered sidesHand washing recommendedI am definitely ordering more. « Show Less
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It sounds like your pan warped in the middle like my old, less expensive one did. This is a much better quality than the others are. Weighs more and has a different interior surfacing. This one is FLAT and should stay that way, too.
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In some cases when the toaster oven is new, it can be tough to turn. In time and with use, it will become easier to turn. For now please make sure that your hands are not damp. If the problem continues please contact Oster direct for troubleshooting
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This is only a wild guess, but I imagine it's the labor that goes into the finish. I bought the less expensive for my husband last Christmas (he loves to cook) and have been very satisfied. We use Barkeeper's Friend to polish it up now and then and it looks great. He has a few pieces of the more expensive type, but other than a small difference in weight, I can't tell any difference in the cooking ability. If you are a real gourmet chef, you probably won't be happy with any but the most expensive cookware. However, if you are like most of us, the less expensive will serve you well for many years. :)
2007106
I actually own both models with lid and without. I have use both of them extensively and they are both perfect, they clean beautifully and stay shiny and new looking with an occasional scub with "Bar Keepers Friend" cleaner. Whom ever claimed that they had warping issues should seek replacement, I have a kitchen full of All Clad pots and pans and have never had a single issue. Hope his helps with your decision!ps: The difference between the one with lid is a different handle, otherwise the body is identical.
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To all those who are concerned about the gearbox issue - some clarification: The problem in some earlier models of K'Aid mixers was not realted to the gears themselves, so the statement on the box that the mixer has all metal gears is beside the point. The all metal gears on the mixer remain meshed thanks to the GEARBOX COVER or housing. For a while, K'Aid had moved to a plastic gearbox cover to hold their METAL gears together. What then happened was when the mixer was used for tasks that generated some heat (kneading doughs, mixing heavy cookie dough), the heat within the gearbox caused the plastic gearbox cover to soften and distort. This caused the metal gears to become disengaged and actually grind each other up. So, this issue at hand is not whether your mixer has all metal gears, but what the gearbox COVER is made out of. KitchenAid tried to take a shortcut, and then found that they received few complaints from users who whipped up a cake or two, but users who tasked the mixer with heavier use (for which it is advertised) ended up with non-functional machines. K'Aid first denied the problem, but then decided to bite the bullet, and go back to a metal gear housing. They have been trying to recover their valuable reputation by offering very cooperative customer service and a website forum where KitchenAid mixer users can dialogue and bond with the K'Aid reps. In short, they made a boo-boo and have now fixed it. The question is, did you get one of their boo-boo machines, or not? If you're one of those people who believes that you'll be passing down your mixer to your children, I think it would be prudent to ensure that you have a metal gearbox cover on board. After all, you may task the mixer with only Angel Food cake batter, but your "heirs" may actually try to make bread and find that the machine is not up to it. Bob
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Here's what I remember from mine: Don't use any abrasive cleansers or scrubbers (not needed anyway because things don't stick), don't plunge the hot pan into cold water, use medium heat or less, and don't store pans on top of it unless you use the pad they provide. Oh, and no metal utensils to be used inside the pan. It's holding up very well for me - a couple of months now and no signs of wear.
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Sorry it took so long to get back to you but i'm ill. Just for you I searched for my mason jar and tried this experiment. RESULTS: it works great as long as you 1. always make sure the rubber seal is secure in place before you start and 2. if you stop at any point to add ingrediants, clean the rubber and bottom otherwise it will slip and get cut in the rotor ( like mine). The good thing about Oster blenders is all parts are replaceable. Hope this answer is helpful
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I've never had an issue before and I have set it outside with a cake inside! I bake all the time (its what I'm in school for actually!) And this is the only carrier that I've ever trusted. It snaps on very tightly and I will use the handle to carry things without having to worry about it busting open. The seal use great-im almost positive that ants could not get in! Hope this helps :)
2017394
I just made my first batch of pasta tonight with a used machine. It was pre-assembled so I didn't see how it all went together. When I took it apart, I couldn't get the rotary housing out. But I had not removed the mixing bowl. Once I removed the bowl the housing slid out to the side easily. It does not pull out to the front! So remember you have to remove everything else first - including the bowl before you can remove the housing. Look at the parts diagram to know what everything means! LOL
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Email Secura customer service...they have been helpful when I spoke with them. I had the finish chipping off one of my pans and they replaced it. Can't imagine how you would go about cooking an egg on a rack. Please let me know what you find out. Puzzled here in Montana. Take care.
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I have never had any problem with my Oster Toaster...it makes perfect toast, biscuit, etc.....I LOVE it, in fact I have 2, one in our vacation house and one at home. I highly recommend this toaster.
2007107
I actually own both models with lid and without. I have use both of them extensively and they are both perfect, they clean beautifully and stay shiny and new looking with an occasional scub with "Bar Keepers Friend" cleaner. Whom ever claimed that they had warping issues should seek replacement, I have a kitchen full of All Clad pots and pans and have never had a single issue. Hope his helps with your decision! ps: The difference between the one with lid is a different handle, otherwise the body is identical.
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Bernice, I returned this after finding it was not a space-saving unit, like Presto's. There's no reason Oster should wear out unless it's used 2-3 times a day over many months. Obviously, use plastic utensils only. If it makes you more comfortable, spray oil on an as-needed basis. But they only recommend 'oiling' it up w/the first use.
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This pan is making a pullman loaf which is essentially a square loaf of bread. You can back with the lid on and the lid slides off completely. Go to the King Arthur Flour website for recipes and usage. I have not used it without the lid but I can imagine that it would make a great loaf of bread.