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?
1186841
After you fill the unit with lighter fluid put the small cap back on. Then hold a flame to that part for about 1 min. Replace the lid and put in bag. It should stay warm for many hours. I hope this was of help. It took me a bit to understand how to work it.
1983910
No, it does not get hot. I have never had it overheat or even get warm to the touch.
514927
This item is only warm and does not project enough heat to melt anything. I have it outside in a shelter made of wood panels and it works just OK for this. The shelter is for feral cats to come and eat providing protection from the cold.
1202479
Yes it is warmer but I haven't noticed my kiddos getting too hot in it...unless we end up co sleeping in the middle of the night. Usually when I use the sleep sack I don't do a blanket sleeper and then the fleece sack. I go for something a little thinner and lightweight and then the fleece. If I put a blanket sleeper on I just opt out of the sleep sack...or I just put a long sleeve onesie on under it all. Hope this helps!
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 !
681995
it generates enough heat that it has to be turned down or it will make you too hot! My wife has never had a blanket that has heated as well as this one. This is about our 5th electric blanket and it is the only one that she has had to turn down.
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.
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.
99259
It takes forever and does not get fully warm. Do not waste your money on this blanket.
1212987
The feral I kept warm would not use a blanket- straw worked right away. Under the straw you can add the heated blanket or I used the reflective blanket material that keeps body heat in. I put the reflective material under the straw. I made the straw thick around the sides and the bottom a bit less. I kept extra straw on hand for rainy or snowy days to replace the wet. She loved it while she was with me.
249916
It starts to warm immediately. I find I use it at a setting of "Lo" to "3" about 10 minutes before I intend to get into bed in order to take a chill off the sheets. Soon, I'll either leave it at that setting or turn it down later during the night ( room temp of 63 degrees). I never need it all night long, though if I ever do I will have higher settings at the turn of the control knob. This is the best blanket, low energy, soft fabric, easy to read control (lighted) and machine washable.
105541
I just used K&H; self warming pad, with old small blanket I had laying around. I also had it up on my deck & had it wind block with a tarp. I made sure I had it turned out of the wind & snow could not get in. Hope this will help you :)
1902704
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.
1972578
Not sure I bought this for my daughter-in-law and I will have ask her...but it isn't suppose to get so hot you can't touch it ...I bought it for her because she had burned her neck with a regular curling iron...
1207563
It doesn't get hot just warm. It's the same temperature as the low/medium setting on a heating pad. If you put your hand on it it feels like a spot your pet has been laying in for a few hours. It won't burn them or damage any surface it's on, just wrap a towel around it.
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.