looks like the 21st century has killed the best toaster ever known to man, try and find one?
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Sanyo ran into financial trouble in the mid 2000s. Panasonic purchased Sanyo 2008 - 2010 and phased out most products, but kept the Sanyo name on a few. (Read the Wikipedia summary) Panasonic's improved model of the infrared FlashXpress compact toaster oven has gotten great reviews from Amazon customers and CNET and very good marks from Consumer Reports (Aug 2013). Though CR notes that the large Breville Smart Oven BOV800XL, $250, is their top-rated toaster oven.
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Brylane sells one that looks just like the Sanyo Toasty. I'm thinking about ordering it online, since my sister adores her Sanyo and I can't find one.
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I was unaware of the fact it has been discontinued. So sorry to hear that, this has been the best toaster EVER!!! I hope my stainless steel one lasts forever! My old white one lasted for over twenty years & then I was able to replace it with a stainless steel one.
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I purchased one before they were discontinued, thank goodness. I had one previous to that one where the white paint started to look shabby. That one's still in good working order. When the silver one wears out, I'll go back to using that one. Too bad they were discontinued. I love this toaster. I'd be reluctant to try to buy a used one, however.
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Same thing here - I'm on my second toaster. Both times now, the poacher died but the toaster still works. I called the company about a year ago with this issue, and they sent me a new one, with instructions to discard the old one. Apparently some kind of wiring issue. I might try to return this one too, and see what happens!
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There are so many diverse comparisons of high end toaster ovens. There doesn't seem to be one without problems! Help!
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We bound this for our motor home. The model of toaster oven is not made anymore.
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West Bend's website has them for $5:http://westbend.com/support/replacement-parts/toasters.html
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I think if anyone made just a plug convertor, some poor shmuck would use it and fry his toaster!
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Our Cuisinart TOB-40 switch just burned out (wuit working) after barely a year of use. We had a Black and Decker toaster ovn prior to that for at least 10 years. Anyway after looking at the answers here we are heading out to buy the Breville. The Cuisinart's durability was quite disappointing, and I, too, think it toasted and heated unevenly. We use it almost daily, and need reliability.
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Not likely, I've had 2 of these do the same thing, either the heating element went out or the sensor that detects that there is water in the unit is bad, either way the repair part required would probably be to expensive to replace, so enjoy you nice big oversized toaster.
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Sorry to hear that. Mine's about three years old, and I haven't had the problem. However, if yours is still under warranty and the company offers to replace it if you pay the shipping, be warned that the shipping costs as much as a new toaster.
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Looks good but already DOESN'T WORK>>>>>>>>>&gt;>>>>>>>> my 2nd toaster that looks good but stops working in no time at all....good thing I kept my 15 yr old black and decker....that still works.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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I was looking for exactly that solution. My old faithful has packed it in on the toaster timer and I had a flaming piece of toast when I came back to the kitchen. I just want to replace the toaster shut off...or buy a new unit that will fit in the old under cabinet brackets. Who repairs switches?
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My model does not have the toaster. (I returned that one). My model is black with a brushed stainless steel front. FYI - It works extremely well, and I'm very happy with it. Diane
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I read all the reviews for similar toasters and chose this one over the others, based on color. However, it was hard to get English muffins out and it died after 14 months. I am happier with its replacement, a t-fal Avante with a slanted front and a separate lever to raise the toast. I got it at Walmart and it's only 2 months old, so we'll see.
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The simple answer is "no." Know of NO toaster that handles a slice of bread 6"
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Any time. No kidding, this unit is die-no-mite. I saw nothing but rave reviews when we acquired ours, and so far, so good. Toast and I go way back, so I know from whence I speak. Hope you enjoy yours half as much.Mike
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What toaster would ever be advertising itself as "cool to the touch?" Name, please.
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yes - that is correct - it is an awesome toaster!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bigger than most but by no means obtrusive