Does the unit heat the oil in any way?
1650773
Some, perhaps. The water is heated slightly, only a small portion, to create the steam/mist. The oil is mixed into the water. After an hour of continuous use, the water level barely drops.
1650774
After filling with water, adding a few drops of my essential oil and turning on the unit...there must be heat to create the terrific aromatic vapor...I have not noticed it being extremely hot. This unit works really well.
1650775
No, the oil comes out in a cool mist, just like an ultrasonic humidifier. One benefit to this is that there's no warm-up time: aromatherapeutic misting begins immediately. I'm also told that the therapeutic compounds in essential oils are volatile, and that misting them cold (as opposed to heating) maximizes their benefit.
1650776
I'm so sorry it took me so long to get back to you, I was waiting on the manufacturer to return my email. Yes, it does heat the water and that is the area that oil is dropped into. Hope this was helpful!
342014
Yes I just oiled it and heat it on high for at least 5 minutes before putting it to the temp I want. Parts of it seem to cook differently sometimes though. I believe a booklet with instructions came with. It is helpful.
835647
I don't remember it doing that. I returned it and didn't use it, as it was damaged, noisy, and put out a lot of heat.
2207737
The heating unit is enclosed in the base of the machine. The hose of course would be hot if you didn't let the oil cool first which is what you should do.
514645
yes it does I think the only thing you need to do is put Oil in it and start it up that is after you unpack it.
2235013
Yes. The heating element is a double u shaped handle that is directly attached to the black thing at the back with the control panel. You slide it into the drum and then fill it to the marked line with oil.
842735
Think of touching a 100W light bulb. However when attached to your oil pan all the heat is spread into the metal to a point where I could touch it without issue.
970775
Yes you can. Although you need to use soapy water (and be careful not to put unit in water), I use Dawn and the cleanup is much easier. It works very fast to heat up also. Just take the cover off before you drain the oil out. One of my better investments.
2264694
It does heat the engine, but not as much as a frost plug. I installed mine on the bottom of the oil pan, and it works good for me. I live in Minnesota, we get pretty cold. I set the timer to have it heating 4 hours before I leave for work. It definitely comes up to temp quicker, and since the oil pump pick up is in the oil pan, it is picking up hot, more fluid, oil. The heat will transfer to the block. Make sure you grind down to bare metal in the spot it will adhere to, and do not plug this in unless it is stuck to something. It has to be able to transfer the heat, otherwise it will over heat in seconds. It does heat the engine, but not as much as a frost plug. I installed mine on the bottom of the oil pan, and it works good for me. I live in Minnesota, we get pretty cold. I set the timer to have it heating 4 hours before I leave for work. It definitely comes up to temp quicker, and since the oil pump pick up is in the oil pan, it is picking up hot, more fluid, oil. The heat will transfer to the block. Make sure you grind down to bare metal in the spot it will adhere to, and do not plug this in unless it is stuck to something. It has to be able to transfer the heat, otherwise it will over... » Read More It does heat the engine, but not as much as a frost plug. I installed mine on the bottom of the oil pan, and it works good for me. I live in Minnesota, we get pretty cold. I set the timer to have it heating 4 hours before I leave for work. It definitely comes up to temp quicker, and since the oil pump pick up is in the oil pan, it is picking up hot, more fluid, oil. The heat will transfer to the block. Make sure you grind down to bare metal in the spot it will adhere to, and do not plug this in unless it is stuck to something. It has to be able to transfer the heat, otherwise it will over heat in seconds. « Show Less
2177609
It does NOT maintain oil heat well. When you add food to cook, it will lower quickly. The temp counter shows high temp but is actually lower. Adjust it slightly and it will then show correct temp again. It goes to 375F.
966266
Have not tried this unit. Megahome makes another unit specially designed for essential oils. It has a lower heat.
2102293
No, not really--it makes chips. It crisps things up without using oil. We use them to make a healthier potato chip.
664469
If I remember correctly you have to go by the line marked inside the unit. It does use a fair amount of oil. We returned ours because fresh batter kept sticking to the basket no matter what we tried. Also, it used about 3 times as much oil as our old Fry-Daddy and still only fried the same amount of product.
788819
I also heat the pan then heat the oil. You didn't mention if you are cooking with gas or electric. It stands to reason that the "commercial" line was meant for gas cooking. I have a ceramic cooktop and the problems with sticking and cleanup are horrendous.
351015
No, its uses a special type of oil/water thing. I suggest you return them and buy new ones.
2207741
Heating element is buried into the bottom and well... the oil should only be drained when the oil has cooled... so if the oil is hot of course your drain hose will be hot.
1844413
Does the oil have to be drained out and replaced periodically? Is it hot to the touch?