Has anyone else had any problems with the Legs on the bottom of the steamer melting? Another reviewer posted a photo of it happening.
934433
I have had no problems, but i'm sure if the stove is on high and you boil all the water away melting could occur.
934434
Pretty sure the only way that can happen is if the water in the pot completely evaporates or if you put it on the bottom of the dishwasher rack and allow the feet to touch the heating element. The melting point of the silicone polymer is well above the boiling point of water
934435
I have stainless steel pots and have used the steamer twice. No problems at all!! This should not happen when these silicone items can take hundreds of degrees of heat. I am very puzzled about this one!
934436
On first trying the steamer, it was too floppy to safely steam a couple servings of broccoli. So it was tossed. Not surprised to hear about melting feet.
934437
I've been using mine almost every other meal for several months now and haven't noticed any melting whatsoever. I would imagine that melting would only occur if you kept it on high heat with no water in the pot.I wouldn't think twice about buying this product again even if it did melt. The time saved in cleaning this because I can easily throw it in the dishwasher sells it on its own.
428778
I've had the same issue! I had the machine only 2 months before the steamer wand stopped working. I was worried this could happen so have been very careful to make sure I clean the machine while it's still hot to avoid any clogging. I even ran the machine several times with just hot water and I still can't get it to work. It has been out of commission for 3 months now.
1652492
I am not really sure because I found the steamer to be too heavy to hold up and use. Maybe using less water might have helped but I gave it away. Don't know what happened to it after that.
1805933
so far, mine has been fine but i did read a few reviews that others had this problem before i got the hang of it, had trouble closing it and figuring out the steam non-steam valve and it would not even go on but subsequently - after getting help from my grand-daughter it is fine. is there a problem with closing and/or the gasket - is it clean?
1087810
I'm not a 100% sure if it's oem, but I have not had any issues with it melting to the bottom. My old one blistered through and this one has worked great for us. Did a prong or some other tab that keeps the heating element from touching the bottom melt off?
1555121
mines were melted as well. I just pulled a small amount off and still eat it. Some you can pull a part with no problem. I am thinking, keep in refrig during the summer time.
1906518
Sounds like a defect. I have never had that problem. The bottom element always turns on and heats up for me.
814969
That would be my guess as well. Had it happen only once and did let it heat a while before using. Think the excess water turned to steam and all was well. I love my steamer.
57817
I had the same problem. I replaced the ballast and it took care of the problem. I also discovered the old one had got so hot it was partially melted.
2051568
my steamer does the same,, i was very disapointed because it happen right in the first use,, i fell that it was just a wait of money,,please help
437617
In my experience of making food weekly for my daughter for 6 months straight, I didn't experience either of the above mentioned issues. I was always sure not to overfill the container during steaming (which I would guess would contribute to melting) and I always washed it promptly and allowed the unit to dry while washing the pieces (which may have helped ward off molding). However, I have no experience with the other product mentioned. I just know I'm very happy with my cuisinartbaby!! :)
174785
Wow!! Melted?? If this plastic melted then I doubt the person was even able to get into the water themselves. I just can't imagine a tub of bath water hot enough to melt this, so no I haven't experienced this.
1924624
I have been having the same problem. Even when the steam is ready, it doesn't get the floor very clean, doesn't get into the corners. Have to manually clean afterwards, including spills.
1849588
Irfan- I have been using this type of steamer for years and have never had this 'wet area' problem that you're having. depending on how long you have had the unit, I would take it back to where you purchased it (hopefully you still have the receipt?) as defective and exchange it for another. Hopefully you won't have the same problem. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful. Good luck
1859402
We haven't had the problem. We just make sure we are cooking at a lower temp.I am just happy to have something I can scrub if I burn something.
1854168
I would call Electrolux, my steamer is in the shop right now. It was not getting hot enough, & Electrolux had me bring it to a repair shop. Maybe they can help you?
1491268
I suggest the Monster Steamer I returned this as it did not put out enough steam and didn't hold enough water plus it will not stand on its on it must be leaning against something or it will fall on the floor, not only do I have a Monster but my sister and girlfriend also have it and we all love it!