how to get this blanket to get hot ? it stays only warm and thats not much.
352672
The directions state that it will NOT feel hot to the touch - it warms the bed and you have to get in the bed to appreciate the heat. I LOVE this blanket, as it does not overheat, I never become uncomfortably hot and the softness is lovely.
352673
I've had this blanket for the last two winters, now is on the bed for my third winter. I love it. I have a plain fleece blanket under it and a light comforter over it (with a top sheet over all, to catch cat fur and paw prints). I think the layering helps the heat build up, as well as protecting it from pulling and damaging the wires when adjusting covers during sleep. It is not super hot like a heating pad would be but is plenty warm for me. I usually pre-heat for 15 min or so while getting ready for bed. It is nice and warm when I get in, and often I turn it down or even off at that point. I've had this blanket for the last two winters, now is on the bed for my third winter. I love it. I have a plain fleece blanket under it and a light comforter over it (with a top sheet over all, to catch cat fur and paw prints). I think the layering helps the heat build up, as well as protecting it from pulling and damaging the wires when adjusting covers during sleep. It is not super hot like a heating pad would be but is plenty warm for me. I usually pre-heat for 15 min or so while getting ready for bed. It is nice and warm when I get in, and often I turn it down or even off at that point.
352674
I've had mine for about 8 years, and that was a replacement for a warranty issue for the one I had years prior. The trick is this!!! First, put it above your flat sheet so you don't soil it from your body... means rare need for washing. Second, place a duvet ABOVE it, then your blanket if you use one as well. I've been doing this, and it gets HOT! Keeps the heat down. I preheat the bed in advance when I remember, and another trick is when I turn it on to preheat, I spread my pillows over the top of the duvet where I sleep, or want extra heat (feet)... big bonus.
352675
Did you try turning it up on the dial? I don't know, mine gets really really hot on like 5. Maybe yours is broken?
1825165
You may want to stick with the blanket Idea. I have not found a great option for mine either. Sorry for the bad news.
593105
It does get pretty hot. My 4 year old burnt his hand on it. Also, I wouldn't waste my money on it. We had it for a month and it quit working. This heater is junk.
757214
Attach Plugs to the blanket into the back of the box, plug in box to outlet. You have to push power button, the set each temperature, there is a set button by each temp push that after u set temp. Then push start. The temperature shown should gradually go up by each one until its desired temp. Hope that helps!
1374211
It's not that hot. If you were to touch it, it won't burn your hand. It's really only good close-by like underneath your desk. Even that doesn't really help. My purpose was to heat my legs and feet underneath my desk but if you don't put a blanket to contain the heat, you won't feel it until your feet is close by. It didn't really do what I hoped it did.
2266554
Hey...same thing happened to me. Shake it to 'fluff up' the down. Puff it w your hand too. I did that for about 10 min. Mine ended up expanding. Mine is actually too warm for me. I have to run the heat down 4-5 degrees more than I used to.. but then I don't want to get out of bed in the am. Good luck w it...should be fine. Morrison
19293
1. Is it plugged in to a functioning outlet? 2. Is it turned on (light on after pushing top left button on control)? 3) Have you selected a temperature (bottom right button on control)? If the answer to all three is positive, your blanket may be defective (mine works when all answers are affirmative)/
1875429
Depends on which part of the country you live in. Mine is fluffy and warm, but if you live in cold climates you might need another blanket
820293
I live in the Pacific Northwest where it doesn't stay too warm in the evening. For me it works perfectly. In the dead of winter I often add an additional blanket. I hope this helps you.
635022
I get mine a little wet. wrap in towel put it in for about 3 to 5 mins or longer if you want it hotter.
2049271
Just keep it in your pocket and stick your hand in to keep it warm. When the other hand get cold switch it to the other pocket. NICE !
1818224
It gets a little warm but not hot at all. I have mine on all the time and it works fine. Had it connected to 12v and I could still pull it apart. I have it connected to 19v now and works awesome. Good little magnet, will be buying more.
1957935
The cord does get warm but not hot. The instruction manual says this is normal.
95194
You just plug in and hold thumb on it. My husband is a Disabled Vet and they use these. The VA sends one of these to him every so many yrs when he needs a new one. It is best heating blanket out there. Might be a little expensive but I bought 3 so I would have extra on hand. Gave one to our son who works out a lot. They have safety feature where you must hold to get hot bc of diabetics and other disorders so you do not get burnt. Believe me it does get hot. Never put under your leg or body part and fall asleep. It will burn you and blister. I know first hand...it happened to me. Amazing how moist it gets without doing anything You just plug in and hold thumb on it. My husband is a Disabled Vet and they use these. The VA sends one of these to him every so many yrs when he needs a new one. It is best heating blanket out there. Might be a little expensive but I bought 3 so I would have extra on hand. Gave one to our son who works out a lot. They have safety feature where you must hold to get hot bc of diabetics and other disorders so you do not get burnt. Believe me it does get hot. Never put under your leg or body part and fall asleep. It will burn you and blister. I know first hand...it happened to me. Amazing how... » Read More You just plug in and hold thumb on it. My husband is a Disabled Vet and they use these. The VA sends one of these to him every so many yrs when he needs a new one. It is best heating blanket out there. Might be a little expensive but I bought 3 so I would have extra on hand. Gave one to our son who works out a lot. They have safety feature where you must hold to get hot bc of diabetics and other disorders so you do not get burnt. Believe me it does get hot. Never put under your leg or body part and fall asleep. It will burn you and blister. I know first hand...it happened to me. Amazing how moist it gets without doing anything « Show Less
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I always keep a super warm blanket over me when I lay on it..otherwise I'd probably be chilled too since I lay on it shirtless for maximum benefit..may have just been a bug..or mat something you needed to get used to..but I think you should continue to use and do what I do..cover yourself with a warm soft fuzzy blanket..then crawl into bed immediately afterward..I always take a steaming hot shower before bed as well so that helps since it would also be prior to using the mat..
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It actually warms up quickly. I think you might want to the instructions. It took me awhile to do the settings properly. Mine works great. I wouldn't trade it for an electric blanket ever. If it is a defective unit, I would exchange it.
642782
I found that if you put the towel in so that most parts of it are touching the sides of the warmer that helps with getting it warmer. Mine quit and I am returning it and they are sending me a new one. They emailed me a shipping label and I dropped it at a UPS center. Wasn't too big of a hassle. I was lucky I saved the boxes. Hope this helps!