I am a Raw-Foodest & am looking for a Heating Device I can program from 70%-110% Should I keep looking? Thanks
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What is 70 % 110%. Do you mean degrees ?? This crock pot does not have degree settings.
1373207
Yes you do...but... most directions says boil to 185 and then cool below 120. I have done this many many many times myself. Alton Brown on food Network says you just need to bring it to the 110 range. I did that with this machine and it was perfect. I like to start out just below 120 when I add my starter yogurt.
121366
I had to order one from a separate vendor. I am glad I did. I bought a Arctic Freezer 13. It keeps the processor much cooler I have never seen my heat go over 80 f. It runs better. And quiet. But buy what you want.
1497644
Unfortunately, it's not like an oven where the temperature is controlled by a thermostat. You get options from low to high and that's it. Your best bet is to get a decent infrared thermometer and keep an eye on it. Or just practice with it and get use to how the unit cooks. It takes a bit of practice, but you really shouldn't expect much for something under $100.
984433
Probably depends on the size of heater you get but mine got close to 100 a couple times, not intending to, then the workout felt yucky too but there really is quite a wide range on the heater bought from them. I'm not sure the highest, but I don't think you'd want it on that temp anyway if you are working out in it. I imagine there are other heaters too. It's not all that much water really but the heater does need to be kept on a schedule.
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I had the same concern but found out as long as the sensor does not touch the heated sides of the cooker. Insert thru the class cover thru the hole that the top knob is attached to.....Also you see the the probe is rather long so if your probe is not totally incased in a piece of meat you will get an accurate reading. This may sound nuts but is you but a cheap aquarium pump with a small plastic tube and what the call a "air stone" this will keep most you your water circulating and it is totally safe. About 6.00 at Walmart. I have moved on to a PolyScience heat/circulator with wonderful results. The prices are plummeting and is a very accurate product. I had the same concern but found out as long as the sensor does not touch the heated sides of the cooker. Insert thru the class cover thru the hole that the top knob is attached to.....Also you see the the probe is rather long so if your probe is not totally incased in a piece of meat you will get an accurate reading. This may sound nuts but is you but a cheap aquarium pump with a small plastic tube and what the call a "air stone" this will keep most you your water circulating and it is totally safe. About 6.00 at Walmart. I have moved on to a PolyScience heat/circulator with... » Read More I had the same concern but found out as long as the sensor does not touch the heated sides of the cooker. Insert thru the class cover thru the hole that the top knob is attached to.....Also you see the the probe is rather long so if your probe is not totally incased in a piece of meat you will get an accurate reading. This may sound nuts but is you but a cheap aquarium pump with a small plastic tube and what the call a "air stone" this will keep most you your water circulating and it is totally safe. About 6.00 at Walmart. I have moved on to a PolyScience heat/circulator with wonderful results. The prices are plummeting and is a very accurate product. « Show Less
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Depends on how much temp change you need. If your ambient room temp is in the high 60's or low 70's and you're looking to get closer to 80*, a 50 or 75 watt will work in a 30g. If you need more temp increase than that, or just want a more efficient heater, I'd look at a 100W.
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as long as its not to warm, if its for reptiles or plants it should be fine, you can also put your batch on an electrical appliance that is always on, i use an old digital tv tuner which works perfect hope that helps
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I purchased the Holmes Heater with Programmable Timer & Bathroom Safe Plug, HFH436WGL-UM that another reader recommended. Do not buy it if you have a large master bathroom. The heat it puts out is warm and not really hot. I set it in the winter to turn on 30 minutes before I get up (it runs for a max of 45), and the bathroom is barely warmer than my bedroom and the house is set to stay at 65 deg.
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I agree with answer that says that lowest programmable temperature is 170 degrees F. However I don't think you can program above the boiling point of water which is 212 degrees F
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ours was 120. It struggled to keep high temperature. Had to make sure amount of food being fried was very small batches.
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Yes to all.Do not over think this device.It is an oven. Quick heating. Compact. User-friendly controls.You'll like it.If not, return it.Higher price at retail stores.I found best price here.
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It holds programming if the machine is turned off. It loses it if the power goes out or it is unplugged. I'm not sure if there's a maximum, but you don't want to go much beyond 2.5oz/55g or you'll lose a lot more heat than you want.
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Ric the temp/control knob is good, it is a 45 deg knob starting at high to light and graduating down to low. I tried cooking biscuits and maintained a temp of 325 - 350 degs. so it is very accurate and easy to maintain a temperature. a pizza stone and a rack to keep the biscuits off the stone works best. they don't burn on the bottom of the biscuits. I love the way it works and cooks.
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I did have a manual in my box, but the programming was pretty straightforward. Did you check the website for instructions? It did make good blended soups, particularly tomato based, if that's you're thing (my husband loves them, I'm neutral). The only hitch I encountered was that it did tend to scorch on the bottom a bit, so just be prepared for that.
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Yes I would say your machine is defective. I believe your temp needs to be 110. I had an old machine and it registered only 100 and it didn't work to make yogurt.
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Yes, I use mine most days one a range of the type you are referring to. The important thing is do not cook at temperatures above medium high as instructed by the manufacturer. I really love mine and it works great with all types of food.