We have had our toaster for about 6-8 weeks, inside use, and top and side is showing small rust spots developing ..any thoughts on why ? Not happy
487647
I haven't had a problem like that, I use it a lot and it shows no wear like that... perhaps you just ended up with one with a flow I really like the toaste3r, it does a nice job on different types of bread.... hope they can replace the defective one for you
487648
Mine is not doing that. I live in a very humid climate and I don't wipe my down very often and when I do I use a organic cleanser and disinfectant. Moisture I thought was the main cause for rust.Sorry.
1689117
I've had the same issues. I thought I took fairly good care of my hibachi, making sure to always give it a good once-over with some oil after it had cooled down somewhat. However, upon looking at it today, I found a fair bit of rust throughout the grill. Did I do something wrong here? Is cooking marinated meats on the grill a no-no?
494148
I have had mine for about 7 months so far and do keep water inside of it when not in use. There has been no issues with rust thus far, and I just checked the interior of the kettle.
318348
i have had the toaster oven for maybe a year. just noticed while cleaning that the teflon coating on the back wall is severely peeling. can't be good for food! i toast but don't use it for broiling, so i am shocked.
253644
After two months, ours also began rusting at the interior seam. It is largely in part due to the manufacturing process used. "Not worth the purchase for long term use."
232201
I have a lot of rust, and I've had it just a couple of months. Not sure why, since others don't seem to have had that experience.
750411
We have had ours on 24/7 for two years and just now noticed two spots where it is rusting at the bottom of the water pan.Other than the first month we have used reverse osmosis water in it to avoid buildup, and have only let it on while dry once. To get it fixed will cost 3/4 of getting a new one, so we shall be buying a second Zojirushi.
522596
I think so, its easy to clean comparing to other toasters. hope that will help
999949
Ours has become very rusted around the inside of the lid as well the rim on the tea kettle where the lid fits in. This started happening several months ago and we have had it 1 year.
2223354
I haven't had them for a long enough time to notice any rust. I live in a very dry climate, so rust isn't that big of a problem here. I also have refrigerated air and not swap cooling so that could also be helping me.
1688068
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.
1470662
I have never had any problems with my toaster in over the year of use. You should try Breville costomer service.
494150
I had the experience of the rusting on the rim, near the lid hinge, but not the inside. I empty the water after pouring the water for coffee. The manufacturer said to prevent rust on the rim wipe dry, to remove what it had, they suggested a little baking soda on a damp towel.
581276
(Copy of my own Post for your benefit) I've had this since Nov 2007 & functionally its performed well but attempted just now to contact the Ariete HQ in Italy seeking a replacement tray. The metallic finish (beneath the perforated stainless sheet) begain corroding on the inside corners within the first two months & has progressed to a point that it literally appears to be an active chemical reaction slowly working its way in six or seven areas. I now worry whether the internal parts might also be of suspect (read : CHINA) manufacture.
84365
I've owned my grill for a few months now and haven't had that problem yet, but it's because I store mine in the garage. I also make sure to clean the smoker really well after each smoke and dry it completely before storing. The metal is very thin, so I wouldn't be surprised if it does rust out fairly quickly.
312786
Mine did the same thing and I am so angry. I got it as a gift two years ago and quite frankly forgot I had it until about 6 months ago while re-organizing cabinets. I thought oh cool a new gadget I forgot I had. Used it and loved it and now its dead. Way passed warranty period. No one used it but me and I never dropped it. Can't even make toast. The lights flash like they are supposed to but water stays cold and toaster never gets warm . So disappointed.
1107521
Jeff, I've had this for about three years now and I don't remember. But, that comment and question, "What's up with the rust?" That's not a joke. By the end of the 1st year, we began to see it. Maybe there is a way to deal with that, but I haven't discovered it. Honestly, who expects stainless steel to rust?