Anybody had repeated heating element problems?
790556
First one I got didn't work at all.. Then my assistant gave me one as a present and it's been perfect for over a year and I use it daily..
790557
Again, depends on how yoou define 'problem.' It's not the hottest you will find but reasonable. You need to clean the inside well then let it air dry or hand dry. Surprisingly, I found that real soy milk froths better than regular milk-almond milk, not so much.
790558
Not sure what you mean by heating element problem. My problem has always been wear, airy rather cool froth. It now seems that the problem is indeed the milk. Even a freshly opened gallon of milk well within the expiration date, is the problem. I live in Florida and my thought is, the milk must of gotten too hot by being improperly shipped or improperly stored before getting into the grocery cooler. I change it out for a different variety or buy a gallon from a different store and the froth is ok. Had many discussions with Nespresso and the grocery stores, as well.
790559
I have had no problems at all. I make sure to keep the bottom of the machine dry.
1193964
same thing happen to me, I got a new part for the heater it kept doing the same thing, so I just stop using it, because it will go out at night an you will wake up cold, I think it is a bad heater.
1177356
Beverly, you didn't state your model or how old the unit, but one common weak link is the on/off switch may be faulty, the second primary failure mode would be the heater coil/thermostat and would generally be cheaper to buy a new one than try and fix. If you have a handyman around he should be able to check out the on/off switch.
1799048
I haven't had that problem. I only reheat up to 3:15 and add increments if needed
609055
Yes, mine scorched as well. I called them, they sent me a second deck and heating element. It happened again, so I give up. However, its a great unit.
2059117
We did have a problem with our unit. I called the service number, tried the fix he suggested but it didn't help. After a few more calls, they did send me a pre-paid return label. Several weeks we got the same unit back --- with the same problem. Luckily, the unit heats well but I need to give it an occasional kick to stop the loud rattle. Guess my answer is "good luck getting a replacement".
834192
I have not had that problem with my heater. But it sounds like there may be a small clog in the line near the pilot light.
2236016
When we had a similar problem, it turned out that one of the two heating elements was corroded through. (We have well water.) We had both elements replaced, and so far so good. This happened after we'd had the water heater for several years. If yours is fairly new, it could be a lemon. Hope you can get the problem fixed.
1043449
Mine warped after some use, about 10 uses. I have an electric coil heating element stove.
1226555
Hello, the exact same happened to mine after about 1 year of use. I removed the unit, drained it and opened up the top. On mine, one of the connections from the thermostat to the heating element had broken. I repaired mine with some silver solder and a small butane torch. It's been working great ever since. That was approx 2 years ago. My advice is, it's not working anyway, so just tinker around with it. Just remember to put the heating element in water before you power it up or you may burn it up.
1344184
I had not trouble turning it on (set timer & wait for steam) My problem can after using it 3x's the heating element didn't work & steam stopped coming out. I eventually just returned it.
1438389
I have not yet had to replace mine, but if/when that time comes I would think that some of heat gun elements offered on ebay, compatible w/ Liester or Bak Rion heating guns would work as a replacement. I second the recommendation to let the heat gun run on level zero to allow the element to cool after use. I just let it run until the gun nozzle is cool to the touch.
1939016
I would contact K & H about the problem and about any warranty. Mine has worked for several years and I finally bought a new one only because my cat had worn out the covering but the heating element from the old one still works. You may have got a dud and I am sure the company will help you.
417369
Well Ms. Linda C. I dont know what to tell you because I have been using my heater for three years now and I dont have the slightest problem with it. My heater works very well for me. B.K.Delley
72300
Yeah had the same issue. Headed up with in 10 mins of use. The manual does mention not to use it for prolonged periods though. Mine didn't last too long after it started heating up
1906518
Sounds like a defect. I have never had that problem. The bottom element always turns on and heats up for me.
1701771
Yes, same experience with the interior element not heating. We returned ours.