Have the burning plastic and fire hazard issues been taken care of yet?
943382
I have never had a diffuser burn/melt, and I have been using them for over ten years now.
532312
I am wondering the same thing about the flammability. Did you ever find out the answer?
1806237
I have not had any problems with overheating and drywall being charred. We have three of these heaters in three rooms and have been very pleased.
662093
Mine is fairly new. When first used, I could small a plastic smell, and even after a few months still smell that; but it is not a burning odor. If you smell something burning, I suggest that you don't use it and return it for a replacement.
1020423
Yes the plastic cover should come off, it could trap too much heat and melt or be a fire hazard.
494155
No, we have no issues so far, we purchased it not that long ago so I am not sure if something changes
124491
No. We did not have that issue. Maybe it is overheating slightly, and off-gassing since it is new. I find that a lot with new plastic goods/furniture. If it lasts for more than a few days, I'd be concerned.
239749
So far I have been using it twice a week and it is still going strong. I have had it 6 months and it is still roasting. Just have to wipe it out after every use it puts a brown haze on the clear plastic. Other than that I have done nothing to it.
1015279
No, they haven't. Within months the resin plastic began to break down, and break/crumble into small pieces.
1935443
Yes. All except for the heating element of course. The plastic is good quality and keeps the unit cool. I had one 20 years ago. It too was plastic and lasted the years until the heating element died. This one is designed better, works better, and cleans up easier. Don't worry about the plastic.
1685293
I have with no problem do so, roaster pans included. Not sure a flaming dish would leave it unscathed though ;-)
2003685
I'm sure your insurance company or first alert could help you with that problem. Did you contact first alert to see if the plastic is resistance to fire?
369841
Same question I have, you'd think they'd put a picture of it. Hot plastic is something I avoid when possible.
1577020
We have had ours for about 6 months and have been very happy with them. The heating elements have worked well.
219829
We have had this product since Easter and have used it several times, never having any fire issues. So sorry, we have loved ours.
755881
I been doing it like that for about 15 years and never had a problem. They tell you to use fiberglass wrap so in case of a malfunction and it catches on fire they wouldn't be liable.
1721655
Plastic. Burning did not have any issues. You should be pulling these back and forth fairly slowly.