Do you know why the ladies caught on fire? I'd like one, but now nervous. thanks
598904
I have had mine for about 2 years. The one I just purchased was a present for my daughter. No fire.
598905
I don't know why hers caught on fire, but I've had mine for a while and I use it 3 - 4 times a week and it has never caught on fire. It is cloth material so something would of had to ignite it. Maybe she put foil on potatoes or something. Cloth doesn't just sporadically catch on fire without ignition. It is a great product. I even bought my mom one and she uses it just as frequently as I do. Never any problems.
598906
Cooked it too long. That's what I did and the house smelled terrible for a month
598907
I would agree. Was there any wrap on the potatoes, ie plastic wrap or foil. There should be nothing around the potatoes but the bag. I have used it frequently and have had no problems.
60504
I bought mine for Xmas gifts (joke gift) so I haven't had to fire them up yet. So if you do find out let me know. Thank you
1187840
Mine just blew up!!! I bought it on October 16th and like ten minutes ago it started smoking and shooting sparks and it even left black burn marks in the table it was on!!
1227068
there is a wire at the bottom that creates the circle so it doesnt catch fire... other than that it is. :) they are beautiful!
51216
My 725w version caught fire shortly after arriving and had trouble staying on beforehand. I tried it because of the lower price but you get what you pay for.
1536813
I really think in an emergency situation you could use them over a fire, but I would use a regular stove or hot plate maybe even a propane burner.
1802894
Also note that Tom Glander wrote he lit them with a torch. They were very hard to get to light with just a standard lighter. It was somewhat windy the day we tried to use them but I really felt they were unsafe to let go because the fuel cell was large and burned for a long time. We did not let ours go because we were that concerned about starting a fire somewhere as the flames were too close to the paper of the lantern. I have used some before that had a flatter fuel cell that was already attached and was much safer.
891472
Looks like it could be a typo. They probably meant non-flammable. A phone call to the manufacturer should resolve the issue.
640175
Mine just caught on fire... It had enough ventilation and an extra cooler...
590812
I liked it. It seemed to work well. Seemed to me it was so hot, my grandson could burn his hand, as well as parents had to oversee it so much, I think it was thrown away. It was just too hot and a fire danger.
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Are your bulbs exposed? The first time I bought ladybugs, I didn't realize they'd fly up to the lights and fry themselves...
1525822
I can't help. Sorry. I thought it was a piece of junk. Burned all my toor dal. I bought an expensive good one and love it.
425993
Just wanted to say thanks for the info - I have had mine for a little over a year, one side stopped working so I looked a little more closely at the connections and it appears that there was a short - thank goodness it didn't catch on fire! I appreciate that people posted the company number and their experiences.
929339
If it is used for an actual fire, the heat could compromise its strength, rendering it unsafe for another usage. For such a low price, might as well replace it after a fire.
295015
I emailed the website I found on the paper work attached with my lady comp when I melted the back of mine. (Long story) they were super helpful and nice. I would start there and see if they'll send you one. Hope this helps : )
524618
You should always have a way to start fire. If in a city I suggest getting some sterno. That way you can boil water.
1613608
Good idea. I would pay special attention to where your flame is though. I think you would have a fire hazard on your hands if these got anywhere close to an open flame.