Hi, could anyone tell me is this very similar to a halogen oven? thanks
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One more thing. There are many convection toaster ovens out there now, and if you have one, you probably don't need the halogen. It's about the same as a broiler element in the top of a good toaster oven. I have a Breville (pricey @ $249) but it is fantastic as a broiler and convection oven (very fast cooking), but it can only 'toast' things like French fries or fish sticks. If you want to make these things more like they would come out of a deep fryer, then the oiless fryer is the way to go.
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I have a halogen oven, I use it for smaller foods that need to be cooked in a short time, it seems to take longer but it cooks very evenly. I think if mine were bigger it would be ideal for a large broiler type item, like a roasted chicken or roast. Its great for rewarding pizza and similar items.
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Not sure about halogen oven, but this is basically a compact convection oven. It's not a "fryer" as it is being marketed. IMHO, a convection oven would be a far smarter/better investment.
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It is somewhat similar in that it also uses very hot circulating air to cook the food. The Philips does not have a broiler element, but a heating element that heats up to 400* and this air circulates around the food to cook it all over. The food sits in a basket and has directional vents in the bottom to circulate the 'jet stream' optimally. It needs just a bit of cooking spray to 'cook' the outside and make it golden brown as if submerged in hot oil. To me, it looks like the halogen oven is better for big items like roasting chickens, smaller whole turkeys, etc. It doesn't look like the convection heating can get 'under' the food. The Philips is great for fish sticks, French fries, fish portions, oysters, etc. I've found you can even 'poach' fish by putting a 1/2 inch of water in the bottom and the fryer thus poaches with very moist air rather than being submerged. Similar technology, depends what kind of food you are preparing and for how many. The oiless fryer is good for a couple.
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This is more of a hot air dryer that blows hot circulating air over items being cooked. Great for reheating deep fried items, frozen foods work great, can't stack in layers unless shack basket thru cooking to change food positioning.
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I'll answer the part of your question after the "but." No, it's not a halogen lamp. You're safe.
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Unlike the newer turbo ovens with halogen lambs, this turbo has a metal heating element that actually last a long time. I bought a turbo oven from Costco with a halogen lamb that burned out in a few months. Avoid the units with a halogen lamb for heating. It's junk
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The bulb is a T4-E11 Base 75-Watt Halogen. We are not sure that there is an equivalent LED bulb with the same specifications.Thank you,Michael H.Dan's Fan City
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Yes it comes with the halogen bulbs. I replaced them with LED lights top reduce the heat. Works great, wife loves it, even gave me a hug !
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It does but I wouldn't buy this model unless you get something to cover certain foods. It works great, easy to clean until the bulb burns out. they don't protect the halogen bulb adequately. I have burned out two bulbs so far and they are not easily replaced. Think it happens when my wife cooks bacon an
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It does not compare to a 40w halogen. It is not as bright, and is NOT warm white! Bought 2 and one is already dead.
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to Markmurto, have you adapted NuWave recipes to this oven? I have the Oyama arriving tomorrow, since it is non-halgen and supposedly short on recipes and all the cookbooks for this type oven are halogen inspred, I'm thinking I'll be "creatively adapting" all my regular cooking times/temps with this oven. I did not want halogen because of burnt/exploding bulb/burnt socket issues I've read with the halogens. Any answer from you (or others) is appreciated, thank you!
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I'm using CFLs but incandescent bulbs should work, too. Don't know about halogen.HTH, Jeff
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As far as I know, it looks like it takes a VERY specific halogen bulb. I don't even know if I'll be able to find a replacement halogen bulb for it when it burns out. It might be able to take an LED, but I can't advise you on whether that would be possible. However, given the limited space for a replacement bulb, your results with an LED bulb would likely be way, way too dull to effectively serve as a spotlight. You can set this light to turn off in just 5 seconds and turn down the sensitivity if it is your electrical bill that concerns you. I have it set like that and have not noticed much difference in my bill. Hopefully someone else with more knowledge can reply. Good luck As far as I know, it looks like it takes a VERY specific halogen bulb. I don't even know if I'll be able to find a replacement halogen bulb for it when it burns out. It might be able to take an LED, but I can't advise you on whether that would be possible. However, given the limited space for a replacement bulb, your results with an LED bulb would likely be way, way too dull to effectively serve as a spotlight. You can set this light to turn off in just 5 seconds and turn down the sensitivity if it is your electrical bill that concerns you. I have it set like that and have not noticed much... » Read More As far as I know, it looks like it takes a VERY specific halogen bulb. I don't even know if I'll be able to find a replacement halogen bulb for it when it burns out. It might be able to take an LED, but I can't advise you on whether that would be possible. However, given the limited space for a replacement bulb, your results with an LED bulb would likely be way, way too dull to effectively serve as a spotlight. You can set this light to turn off in just 5 seconds and turn down the sensitivity if it is your electrical bill that concerns you. I have it set like that and have not noticed much difference in my bill. Hopefully someone else with more knowledge can reply. Good luck « Show Less
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For "easiness" it all depends if this unit comes with the "browning pan/drip pan" and additional accessories that go along with it. I have all the "bells and whistles" including the tongs, extender ring, etc. And there's five things I would like to mention: The "tongs" I rarely use. I suppose I'm afraid that I'm gonna loose my grip and everything will be flying and it's just easier for me to use an oven mitt. Secondly, get a small pizza oven brick if you're a pizza lover! Thirdly, Check-out Fagors web site for "recipes". (http://www.fagoramerica.com/appliances/small_appliances/specialty_cooking/halogen_tabletop_oven) I'm familiar with conventional/halogen ovens and food cooks really fast. In regards to accessories, I'm sure if you contact Fagor direct, they would be able to point you in the right direction for getting their accessories or, at least the round drip/fry pan. Believe me, I use it every time I cook with my fagor. :) Four, you want to keep your oven clean which is easy to do cuz it's self cleaning. As for grease splattering near the "light" area well ... wipe it down with a damp cloth after every use. However, I don't use "oil" when I cook my fried chicken strips. However, I have used it to "heat up" fried chicken (that I didn't cook myself) but, always used the drip/fry pan. Delicious! :) Fifth, if you really want to maximize your oven - invest in a halogen cook book cuz you'll even get more tips! :) Hope this helps :)
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Hello Keith, In my opinion, using the lamp for lighting with an indoor water feature, this bulb out performs the halogen. Thought it might be lacking, could not have been more wrong . Better, more eye pleasing color, aggressive brightness output, no heat by comparison, much less electricity. Would never go back to a halogen for myself. I have a great deal of experience in many light sources, this lamp for me exceeds expectations, very satisfied. Hope your experience matches mine. Best of success in lighting.
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Compared to what? The noise level is not a problem for us. However, while there is a light inside the oven, it is not that bright anddoes not go on while the oven is operating. That is one point that is not mentioned in the description and we didn't think about whenwe ordered the oven. But it's not worth returning the oven for another unit. We'll live with it until it croaks and get's replaced.
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Halogens will always run very hot. Xenon bulbs are a higher quality bulb and will actually last longer and even can be brighter due to the different gasses in the bulb. I don't now if they will overheat or not in your situation, but they are probably one of the best options for halogen bulbs. I will not buy halogen bulbs unless they are xenon, if that makes any difference.
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Yes, halogen bulbs are low voltage, which is what makes them so much more energy-efficient than incandescent bulbs, but the output of light is incredibly strong. IDEAL for a desk lamp that takes halogen bulbs with 2 prongs. The only caution about Halogen bulbs is that they get very hot and must be installed wearing gloves, so oils from the skin don't touch the bulb.
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My Cree led bulb was bought as a 40 watt equivalent and I believe it is. The packaging states it is a 40 watt equivalent and no mention of 75 watt. It is being used to replace a 60 watt halogen that my wife claimed was too glare y and is a soft light as claimed on the package. My wife is happy with it. Is it possible a a 40 watt version was shipped instead of the 75 watt version or the "AD" had the wrong part number.
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We took extra good care of our oven, by taking it apart and cleaning it regularly. I see now they're offering the bulb for sale, but it's complicated to replace. I loved the oven, but after 2 ovens and 2 bulb fails. I got a NuWave