How hot does the exterior get? Can you touch the exterior when it is cooking without it burning you? Thank you to all who have answered. The answers are very different,,,too hot to touch, not hot to touch, safe for kids, not safe for kids, so I am uncertain what the real answer is. How hot does the exterior get? Can you touch the exterior when it is cooking without it burning you? Thank you to all who have answered. The answers are very different,,,too hot to touch, not hot... » Read More How hot does the exterior get? Can you touch the exterior when it is cooking without it burning you? Thank you to all who have answered. The answers are very different,,,too hot to touch, not hot to touch, safe for kids, not safe for kids, so I am uncertain what the real answer is. « Show Less
787714
Yes, it's okay. The metal doesn't get very hot, but the ceramic part will be quite hot.
787715
Generally the exterior does get too hot to touch and you could burn yourself. I say generally, because when the thermostat or duty cycle control (not sure which they use) cycles the heating element off to maintain the appropriate cooking temperature, the exterior temperature does drop if I remember correctly. But generally, its too hot to touch. The handles never get hot.
787716
Probably not. In our earlier use of the PSC-350, I had not noticed how hot it was, but after seeing this question, I filled it with cold water and turned the unit on high heat for 1.5 hours. Within 15-minutes, the outside felt warmer or hotter than the glass of the crock pot with water inside. After operating for about an hour, there was less temperature differential, but it was still too hot to place and hold your hand on the outside metal.
787717
Both the metal exterior and the ceramic insert are hot to the touch when cooking, but not as hot as if they had been in an oven. You can touch the side handles, which stay cool, and you can remove the glass lid by the knob. I do that all the time with no problem, but the glass itself is also hot (again, not as hot as if it had been cooking in an oven). The cooker doesn't heat up the kitchen at all from its heat. Best to put it away from the edge of the counter though if there are children around, but this is no different than having them be careful around pots on a stove.
70291
It's a metal exterior so it gets hot! I wouldn't want it around children. I've forgotten & tried to touch it to move it & it was hot enough to make me snatch my fingers away quickly--they felt like they had been burned, but the sensation faded quickly (my fingers weren't actually burned, just felt like they were for a few seconds.)
787718
It gets slightly warm to touch. I am not even worried about my child touching it.
787719
In my experience it can get quite warm, but not enough to burn me. I highly recommend this slow cooker---its great oval shape is very versatile, the timer is so convenient, the high/low/warm settings cover all bases, and the size is just right for my small family.
787720
I got on here specifically looking for an answer to this question because the outside of mine is scorching hot. I wonder if I got a defective one. I went to move it and it was so hot that I burned myself. Its as hot as an iron skillet handle that's been on a stove top. I may have to return mine, which is too bad since I got it because my larger Cuisinart 6.5 slow cooker is so perfect!
1411573
I have no issue with outside getting hot when cooking. This is the best toaster oven I have owned -- would highly recommend.
552883
While the oven does get hot to touch, it is safe being under the cabinets. The best part is that it does not heat up the kitchens like a conventional oven. We just purchased a second one to take to our summer home next spring.
204650
Everything on the outside of the white border appears to be plastic including the border itself but it never gets hot. The only area that really gets hot are the 2 circles in the middle. You can touch the area close to outer circle and hardly feel any heat.
1484977
I wouldn't say "cool" to the touch no. The heating element does not glow red and is behind the grill so you can't come in contact with it anyway. But it puts out some heat so the plastic grill can get warm. Never enough to cause a burn of any kind though. It's very safe. I have no little kids anymore, but would not worry about them getting near it if I did.Hope that helps.AE
840625
The edges don't get very hot and can be touched without moving your hands. The center does get fairly hot but you can put your hand on it for 10 to 20 seconds before it will make you move. It would be very hard for a toddler to burn himself.
1232187
How hot does it get back there??? I'm thinking for safety NO, but really have no clue as to how hot. That would answer it for me. This contains electrical power and plastic as well as metal.shoot, I'm seeing a house fire in the making.... But what do I really know.
1831060
I did not do the outside and it has been fine. But even if it rusted a little I would not worry about it it is on the outside. But I have had no problems with that. If I did I would rub a little oil on it while it was hot. I cook on a electric stove so I wouldn't do the bottom where the heat source hits but I would add a little oil on the upper outside.
925265
I have never had it on the high power since initial burn off. While the back panel is almost stone cold, the front grate gets very warm and the top grate gets hot. I can touch it. I can brush it with my clothed leg and not fear bursting into flames. I would not put nylons on it to dry or leave it on the floor with toddlers - pets are different. My cat and dog both loved to BAKE next to a wood burning stove that would sear your flesh and I imagine neither would fear this. Put it up on wall higher and you lose efficiency but should be OK if the top and upper front are out out of reach of crawlers/toddlers. I have never had it on the high power since initial burn off. While the back panel is almost stone cold, the front grate gets very warm and the top grate gets hot. I can touch it. I can brush it with my clothed leg and not fear bursting into flames. I would not put nylons on it to dry or leave it on the floor with toddlers - pets are different. My cat and dog both loved to BAKE next to a wood burning stove that would sear your flesh and I imagine neither would fear this. Put it up on wall higher and you lose efficiency but should be OK if the top and upper front are out out of reach of... » Read More I have never had it on the high power since initial burn off. While the back panel is almost stone cold, the front grate gets very warm and the top grate gets hot. I can touch it. I can brush it with my clothed leg and not fear bursting into flames. I would not put nylons on it to dry or leave it on the floor with toddlers - pets are different. My cat and dog both loved to BAKE next to a wood burning stove that would sear your flesh and I imagine neither would fear this. Put it up on wall higher and you lose efficiency but should be OK if the top and upper front are out out of reach of crawlers/toddlers. « Show Less
1881082
Yes, it does get hot. Use your silicone cover or an oven mitt. It's worth it, the food its delicious!
1710319
no the exterior is not cool to touch. the handle is heat resistant. no locking lid. yes non stick interior...hope this helps
1846786
Like any other cooking/baking product it is going to get hot and there are risk, even as an adult. (yesterday i accidentally touched the iron!) I recommend 10 and up if they have supervison and someone to explain and assist every step of the way! Once the baked goodies cool off i say ANY age can decorate them!!! Just remember to be safe and fun :)
314067
The stockpot can get too hot to handle. Not scalding, but can still get pretty hot, so be cautious. The other pans are no issue. I havent had a situation where they are too hot to handle with bare hands.
208494
My handle routinely gets too hot to touch. The insulating handle material (neoprene-like) has changed since I first purchased this model, some years ago. (The old model never became too hot to touch.) My new, 2015 model will get too hot, requiring a pot holder. If I position the pot VERY carefully, and adjust the flame precisely, this problem will not occur.
193462
The part where the pot is placed will get very hot. Near that area will be hot/warm to the touch - in other words, you won't burn yourself if you need to adjust any dials. I don't find that it generates a tremendous amount of heat around it or in the room such as a heating element on a hot plate/stove. You must still take precaution with children at all times.
2027363
By the outside, I assume you mean the metal shell that the crock slips into - of course it does get a LITTLE hot but that is to be expected ( I wouldn't be feeling of it for 15 -20 seconds) but just touching it it briefly shouldn't hurt... (that kinda heat)...
552881
It gets very hot. I wouldn't let young children handle it, as they can get burned. I hang a silicone grabber on the handle which the kids use to open the door and to pull out cookie sheets. On top (to the left of the vent) I have a silicone baking liner. This is where I set extra baking pans when the oven is in use. I love this toaster oven. I use it to toast, to re-heat foods, and to bake cookies, pizza, rice pudding, breads, and cakes.