"...effective on most common fires." When should this not be used? I'm assuming electrical because it is water based. I have an electric stove.
990888
Yes it can be used on electric too. check the image (zoom) the very first one they claim it is for electric fires too. check the video they are using it variety of electric fires. I've not used or tested. check reviews you might find one already used.
61668
I also have electric, and once you get your temperature adjusted it works just fine. It's just a little trickier adjusting the temp with electric because, at least with my stove, the heat switches are staged rather than infinite. Short answer? I got good results with electric.
928186
I believe you can use electricity. I use mine on a small gas burner on my island for a hot pot. I absolutely love it!
2207438
We have used ours over an open fire and on a gas stove. I think you will be fine on an electric stove top.
577771
We use this for our gas stove (it's perfect except we can't find a whistle that will fit it to save our lives). I'm not sure about electric.
401325
Good question, we do not know why they advise that. I can not see nothing wrong what you said, but make sure it doesn't get to warm to start the cloth on fire. I would test it first.
1906815
we never used it so far for any high heat coocking, only for small stuffs, not main dishes, like eggs & vegetablesalso, our heater is electronic , weaker than a regular fire one
1948753
I use it on a gas stove. It's cast iron so it is a great conductor of heat.
767719
I haven't tried it in a fire. Ill let you know as soon as i do. Sounds like a good project for the morning.
929339
If it is used for an actual fire, the heat could compromise its strength, rendering it unsafe for another usage. For such a low price, might as well replace it after a fire.
1267975
Yes (flames), if the fire is large. Must be used outdoors. We feel pretty safe in terms of fire hazard as long as we use it outdoors. Hope this answers your query
159174
This product is NOT suited to heating. Electicity is a very high level and costly form of energy that is wasted on heating loads. In order of efficiecy 1) conservation (insulation) 2) hot air panels. 3) Windows (multiple uses, you have them anyway) 4) Hot water pannels 5) wood stove 6) and last solar electric
1441988
No, I've used it on both electric and gas. As long as you can regulate the temp, it should be fine. I turn mine up on high until I can see the wood shavings smoking, then turn it down to smoke. Good luck!
1761304
Gas is probably better for heat distribution. But electric burners will work as long as they make contact with the pan.
1145236
No I would not put it on a stove. It seems quite fragile. I think it should be only used as intended. There is a metal base in which you put a candle to warm it up, or keep it warm, but putting it on electric stove would probably not a good idea.
1513371
This is purportedly for all heat sources. Heat is heat and the heat WILL distort this sooner or later. My stove was electric and the first time I used it, it warped. If you want to hammer it out after using it, give it a shot. Heat diffusers are a good thing for cooking, particularly on an electric stove which is notorious for hot spots. It's warped but I still use it.
2594
Honestly, I haven't used mine yet, but I've used kits like it in the past. Its ok for light duty. Don't set it directly on the fire but a little away from direct flames. Its best for warming foods---soups,etc. and for things like eggs.