I have one like this or very similar. Does the base of yours get very hot on the outside? Just want to know if it's still safe. Love it otherwise!
1942903
New model does get hot. In previous models, the heating element was attached to the bottom of the reservoir. The bottom could get hot, and the rubber seals would fail over time. In this newer model, the heating element is suspended from the top, eliminating the leak issues, but it does get hot. We keep ours on a trivet just to be safe. Do that, and you've got a pretty good warm humidifier.
1519408
Not sure why they have that on there. I've used it at 500 with no problems other than some smoking from the seasoning. My guess is because of the smoking that can occur past that temp. But I've seen no damage or issues to mine from going over.
213881
Yes, the housing does get hot. But we have placed it on our wood deck floor with no problem. I wouldn't leave it in a small enclosed place, or right up against a wall or corner, but in the open on the deck it's been fine. (But I haven't left it out there for more than 1-2 hours so far) I also would not want it around children.
374861
If its actually too hot to touch then thats bad, but if its warm I think thats normal. I tested mine by turning it up to 6 for a few minutes and thats all it took to get it warm. I supposed if I left it for hours at 6 it would feel quite warm. I don't think its a big deal.
316461
I don't think it's normal. That is why I returned mine. Would not run for more than a few minuets before overheating and the safety would shut it off. I know of people who have had success with it but not me and looks like not you either. I'd return it because overheating that quickly could lead to blown fuses or fire.
2103281
I like it though the temp seems some what off. Meaning when I use it sometimes it really gets hot then another time not as hot. Will I purchase thisone again probably not, but I always look for something better when making this sort of purchase. Hope this helps
399395
yes it does get quite hot....i usually have to grab a potholder to hold onto it so it won't burn my hand
1664455
The base is not hot at all. Bottom of the kettle is just "warm", I can touch it with hands without feeling "hot"
295383
No, It doesn't get that hot, at least not to burn on the front if you touch it. It will get warm. The outside doesn't get hot.
2060735
I don't think it gets super hot underneath--but the sides and even the top get pretty hot. I'd be wary of surrounding it too closely but so long as the air can circulate well, it should be okay.
488154
it gets very hot, sides, top and front. the back gets extremly hot. the back has stops to keep it away from the wall but i would advise to keep it a little further away.
1983913
Not at all, Ive had mine for a while and it stays cool. its just a lil led in there so it doesnt get hot.
422596
We have not had any problems with the unit and it does not get HOT on the outside, only warm to the touch. We however are not the manufactorers and they might have a differing opinion.
278284
I just bought this and am surprised that others have found it gets too hot. Mine doesn't get nearly hot enough, just a little warm up at level 6. Almost all of the negative reviews complain about this but I saw such a high overall rating I didn't read them. I'm thinking of return it asap.
1567765
I normally use it with the stand on a flat surface. I never notice it running hot, nor has it had any service issues.I tried using flat for a few days, as in the picture,and it doesn't see any overheating issue or performance issues.I do not think it will hamper you if you use it that way.I hope this helps.
2085943
It's very cool, you can even touch the grill above the airflow. of course, if you touch the grill right in front of the airflow, it is going to be hot, but that still wont burn you if you take your hand away quickly. I used it in a regular outlet without any problem.
685160
Mine also runs quite hot. After a year of "continuous running" it still runs hot and has not failed.