Is this unit reliable? Would it be ok to use with a crock pot? They use more power than a light.
915573
I have found them very reliable. Don't know about crock pot since i have used only on lamps but since it is rated for 15 amps, it should be ok.
915574
I don't believe the amount of power needed makes any difference. It just acts as a connector between the power cord and the outlet, if that makes sense. So it connects them and cuts the circuit on and off at the designated times. I've been using mine constantly for several months now and it still turns on and off at the exact times I set it for.
1529734
I think it works the same as A crock pot i have only used it once it looks nice but the results are the same.
1496846
I have used it for electronics like a TV where its not in constant service. If using with a motorized appliance like a refrigerator I would suggest getting one with 1/3 wattage above demand use. Like a refrigerator that is listed at 1000 Watts use hook it up to a 1500 Watts converter.
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A good rule for me was always to look for a converter with 50% more Watts as what the device needs max.Manufacturer says, 300 Watt only for short time or it will overheat. At least it has a "Thermal Fuse Protection", but i would not recommend it for a kitchen device (powder, liquid all around).
989185
As it is thin guage metal, it will flex in the middle. An electric skillet would spread the load over a larger portion and might be ok, I would think a crock pot would be a lot of weight in a small area. One option would be to place a cutting board under the crock pot, and that would solve your problem. Over-all we love out cover, really dresses up the stove.
1962633
Hi and there is not an outlet ON the crock pot to use a timer, but I think if you plugged the cord for timer into the cord for the crock pot then the timer plug into the outlet it should work.
1585411
I have only used it to keep dips warm and don't feel the size of the crock pots lends itself to doing more than that... If you want something to use as a slow cooker, my sister-in-law got one that is a little larger (the three crock pots are oval) and I'm pretty sure it would work well.
1027766
Yes, we do it all the time. We just put it on the counter top, place the crock pot on it, and it works great. We have used it for up to 12 hours straight. We highly recommend it. Enjoy
1226865
you should be fine, this is rated for 2000watts and your cooker is less at 1600watts. You have 400 spare Watts.
1938429
I really don't know...haven't used it..if I had to guess I would say yes..sorry I couldn't be of more help..the crock pot is fantastic..love it.....:)
84169
I have a full-size modern refrigerator that only use about 150w. It's low-wattage but it runs almost continuously most of the day especially on the weekends when the doors are constantly being opened and closed. I think the compressor doesn't run as much during night time when the internal temperature gets cold enough. My smaller fridge (4.4 cu ft) only use about 80w. There's no doubt in my mind that this inverter could handle modern refrigerators. The real question is, will your battery last long enough.
191187
I would think if it can be used in a pressure cooker, why not a crock pot. It is a nice heavy one, not thin.
324210
No problem. During an outage in March 2012, I powered our churches ministry center and food pantry. We had hear, lights, water from our well and kept 4 freezers operating. Shouldn,t be any problem with a large screen tv and computer and lights. It should keep a whole house going.
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the only thing i can tell you is my own experence.,i had it hooked up to 1200watts of solar with 1000amps from 10, 100amp 12volt battery bank.,and it wouldnt start my house refridge..it has 2/3 seconds of surge power.,the house refridge need 10-15 seconds of surge power.,if you dont need surge power,,its ok i guess.,,im not useing it..it doesnt work for me.ill give you a deal if you want to buy mine half price.
1529732
It works similar to the crockpot. But in this instance you can put full racks of ribs standing up in it and also whole chickens and it keeps them up off the bottom of the pot. Also if your power happens to go off it will turn back on. Unlike the digital crockpot that I had when the power goes out it does not come back on. I have since bought a regular crockpot.
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This unit is rated at only 500 watts. Using an 850 watt steamer will overheat it or blow the fuse. Look for a 1500 watt unit by the same manufacturer. It is not much more expensive but will have plenty of power for anything you need. My 500 watt unit has been very good. But you should know that these units are heavy and bulky.
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I plug it in around 9am and by 11:30 the contents are perfectly warm. I have also left it plugged in longer without over drying the contents. I love this little crock.