Why does the heating element seem to fail for so many?
927966
I have not had this issue, but I do not leave mine plugged in. I would check to see if a power surge took out the unit, or a battery issue
927967
I cannot help because I have never used the heating element. The table does so well on it's own that I have never tried the heat.
78557
Sorry it took so long to get back with you, I've replaced one set already for a bad switch, then just about 3 was ago the upper element almost caught fire, and that was in the middle of the seat on the backrest side... The vendor has been great about the first problem but I haven't got with them on the second problem... I installed these in my wife's cobalt and she is not a big person about 120 lbs so they should of held up ! Have to take the seat apart again but I'm not sure whether or not I'm putting this type of heater back in, but to answer your question yes they get nice and warm when they are working correct ! Sorry it took so long to get back with you, I've replaced one set already for a bad switch, then just about 3 was ago the upper element almost caught fire, and that was in the middle of the seat on the backrest side... The vendor has been great about the first problem but I haven't got with them on the second problem... I installed these in my wife's cobalt and she is not a big person about 120 lbs so they should of held up ! Have to take the seat apart again but I'm not sure whether or not I'm putting this type of heater back in, but to answer your question yes they get nice and warm when... » Read More Sorry it took so long to get back with you, I've replaced one set already for a bad switch, then just about 3 was ago the upper element almost caught fire, and that was in the middle of the seat on the backrest side... The vendor has been great about the first problem but I haven't got with them on the second problem... I installed these in my wife's cobalt and she is not a big person about 120 lbs so they should of held up ! Have to take the seat apart again but I'm not sure whether or not I'm putting this type of heater back in, but to answer your question yes they get nice and warm when they are working correct ! « Show Less
1344184
I had not trouble turning it on (set timer & wait for steam) My problem can after using it 3x's the heating element didn't work & steam stopped coming out. I eventually just returned it.
1002689
Most likely the heat element burned out. Local repair shops would not fix it even tho still on warranty. Returned the unit to Oreck. They sent a new one which works ok.
2051540
If your elements are still lit up and it stays hot, there must be a problem with it. Mine does neither of those things. I'd return it, I think :).
697314
I had one that had a burned part too. Since I don't know what caused the part to burn out, I did not trust replacing the part.....just replaced the whole unit...not expensive to do that, and I trusted that more.
66
If the breaker trips then the element is defective. The thermostat module may be bad. Masterbuilt customer service is pretty reasonable so give them a call. Also try a different outlet perhaps your ground is bad. Good luck!
1226557
did you turn up the dial to maximum heating temp?.sometimes it gets turned down by error. IF it is all the way up...check the electric going to the heater...(that it is on) IF good..they it burned out....get a new one...
600943
why do you need an instruction booklet ? The problem is simple : when the heating element is worn out, you cannot replace it. And this element does not last long. It is planned obsolescence. My only advice would be : don't buy it. ms ms
141352
I've not had this problem with mine and I've had it for awhile now. I've found it to be a good, high quality item. That said, I don't cook anything higher than medium heat.
2036020
my heating element went out after 18 months. I replaced it and haven't had any problems since (4 years now).
904585
Your heater is broken. This happened to me as well. I've gone through a lot of steam cleaners, but this had the shortest life span.
2233396
I had the same problem. I first replaced the over protection switch and the hi limit switch. heater then came on and as you have it just ran hot even in air dry, so I replaced the thermostat and the heater still remain hot and brightly glowing. I talked to a repairman and he said to check the heater for a short to ground. It was shorted. Replaced the element that only had one of the ceramic element holders broke. This fixed my problem. I hope this helps.
1486250
My unit has not over heated. If its really hot, I would think it is a defective unit.
1627081
Very cool. Thanks. Im hoping its the temp sensor as I already replaced the element so far and thats the only thing left. Thanks again
19561
Make sure you hold it down for a minute before you release it, so it will heat up the element. If that isn't it, I have no idea. May be defective.
175182
Had problem with heater elements not lasting and notice the anode was used up. The elements seemed to be acting as a anode and after replacing this they have lasted three times as long as they did before and still going strong. This could have been a coincident but seem to be working right now. Just be carful that you don't cross thread as you install as I had to reach down inside a small hole to get it started with two fingers to make sure it was lined up properly.