The first time I placed the pellets in the microwave, a number of them turned blue; however, after approximately 2-3 minutes they were gray again. Wh
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It is extremely unlikely that your Super Dri-Aid is faulty. What you are describing is a situation which requires additional drying cycles. When rejuvenating (drying) exhausted Super Dri-Aid pellets using a Microwave oven set to the recommended 1/2 power at 30 Second intervals one must keep in mind that all Microwave ovens are not created equal and power output varies from unit to unit. The guidelines provided are designed to allow you to safely dry Super Dri-Aid in most any microwave oven. After a few drying cycles are performed in one microwave, another unit may require some an additional cycles to provide the same results since the power output level may differ. As heat is applied the moisture evaporates and the indicator pellets turn from neutral gray to blue indicating that the adsorbed moisture is being removed and the pellets are dry ready to use. However, if the blue starts to fade to neutral gray after a few minutes, it is an indication that they require additional 30 second cycles to thoroughly remove additional moisture which is especially prevalent in very humid climates. Once drying is completed the pellets should be placed back into its original jar and closed tightly until ready to use.
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If you had left the lid off the jar for any length of time they would absorb moisture and turn gray. But having turned gray within 2 or 3 minutes would indicate that they were old, expired and faulty. Contact the either Amazon or the seller and ask for a replacement item. Most sellers are very willing to do this as they want to maintain a high rating on Amazons rating questionnaire.
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This may be due to the fact that the beads have an excessive amount of moisture in them and as they cool after being taken out of the microwave the moisture comes out of the center of the bead. To fix this problem you may have to place the beads in the microwave for additional 30 second intervals until the few blue ones stay blue. This should cure the problem that you are experiencing.
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We have put them in the microwave for a short time and they seem to work just fine. Haven't put them in for more than 30 seconds though.
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Yes, I just tried it for the first time now and it works just fine in the microwave. It is just so cute! Have a wonderful day. Sharon Shifflette
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Not unless they have changed the formula. Mine only has about 1 blue for every 8-10 whites. As they absorb moisture the blue ones slowly fade to white. To reactivate them you just put all of them onto a cookie sheet and cook them until the blue that have turned white become blue again. Cool them all and pour them back into the jar. Sounds odd but it works. And them do make a difference for hearing aids. Hope this helps.
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I am using pellets and it is working fine. Sorry, have no suggestion for the flakes type food.
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I'm pretty sure I've used them in the microwave -- but not TOTALLY sure........... No help, huh?
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You can soak them in water for several hours or you can cover them with water and nuke them in the microwave (my choice) for about 5 minutes and they will be ready to use. Enjoy!!
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you add about 2 tbs of water and cook about 2 min then check to see if done ..might be a little longer all microwaves are different temps..hope this helps
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I have the same plates and I love them. I have never had a plate not get hot in the microwave. I really try and heat food on the stove or in the oven. I don't like heating in the microwave I don't think that using plastic or ceramic in a microwave is healthy. I guess the best bet is paper plates or bowels then transfer the food to your beautiful dishes. I purchased these last year and when they arrived a few were broken and they sent me a whole new set! I have priced similar plates in my area and they are $8.00-$12.00 for each dinner plate! These dishes are a real find and a recommend them to all. I have the same plates and I love them. I have never had a plate not get hot in the microwave. I really try and heat food on the stove or in the oven. I don't like heating in the microwave I don't think that using plastic or ceramic in a microwave is healthy. I guess the best bet is paper plates or bowels then transfer the food to your beautiful dishes. I purchased these last year and when they arrived a few were broken and they sent me a whole new set! I have priced similar plates in my area and they are $8.00-$12.00 for each dinner plate! These dishes are a real find and a recommend them... » Read More I have the same plates and I love them. I have never had a plate not get hot in the microwave. I really try and heat food on the stove or in the oven. I don't like heating in the microwave I don't think that using plastic or ceramic in a microwave is healthy. I guess the best bet is paper plates or bowels then transfer the food to your beautiful dishes. I purchased these last year and when they arrived a few were broken and they sent me a whole new set! I have priced similar plates in my area and they are $8.00-$12.00 for each dinner plate! These dishes are a real find and a recommend them to all. « Show Less
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Once a week I put in microwave for 30 seconds as said to do on underside of lid. Even after one week the beads have never changed color for me. The reviews said in the past one min was req but that melted the bead holder. It is a great product compared to what I used in the past. Do it once a week and you will be fine.
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Yes...I have put mine in the microwave with no problems. I usually check it every 20 seconds or so, but no issue.
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Just wait for all the little blue silica balls to turn blue. Basically its a heating element with silica. The heating element dries the silica. If the silica doesnt turn blue its bad. If they DO turn blue your fine.
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mine is the same way, just go by what you think. Just put in microwave for few minutes and just keep checking.
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You cook it in a microwave for 45 seconds. Any longer it will burn. It is real crunchy and you can hear them kind of crackle when you put in a bowl or plate as I do. Very good. Once you start eating them you cannot stop. Also, if not eaten that day they are still crunchy the next day.
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I used this Super Dri-Aid Dehumidfier for quite some time being 62 years old. Only the pellets that turn blue are blue, The rest stay the whitish color. However, I switched to a ZEPHYR HEARING AID DRYER. You may want to look into this. You buy cartridges for this electric dryer. No messing with taking the pellets out of the jar and microwaving them. You just put your hearing aid in the unit for overnight and just push a button on the unit. You can by a Zephr Hearing Aid Dryer at some Hearing Aid Dealers, or online, or at Amazon. Cartridges last for 2 months and you can find a pack of 3 catridges for usually around $10. I used this Super Dri-Aid Dehumidfier for quite some time being 62 years old. Only the pellets that turn blue are blue, The rest stay the whitish color. However, I switched to a ZEPHYR HEARING AID DRYER. You may want to look into this. You buy cartridges for this electric dryer. No messing with taking the pellets out of the jar and microwaving them. You just put your hearing aid in the unit for overnight and just push a button on the unit. You can by a Zephr Hearing Aid Dryer at some Hearing Aid Dealers, or online, or at Amazon. Cartridges last for 2 months and you can find a pack of 3... » Read More I used this Super Dri-Aid Dehumidfier for quite some time being 62 years old. Only the pellets that turn blue are blue, The rest stay the whitish color. However, I switched to a ZEPHYR HEARING AID DRYER. You may want to look into this. You buy cartridges for this electric dryer. No messing with taking the pellets out of the jar and microwaving them. You just put your hearing aid in the unit for overnight and just push a button on the unit. You can by a Zephr Hearing Aid Dryer at some Hearing Aid Dealers, or online, or at Amazon. Cartridges last for 2 months and you can find a pack of 3 catridges for usually around $10. « Show Less
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No. You can put them in the bag and set your microwave for the automatic "COOK POTATO" cycle and it will come out fine. The 4 minutes is not true, even with the bag it will take about 10 minutes
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My experience with these is not good. Mine turned to purple within one month of purchasing them...without having opened them. My other batch had not turned yet, but when I tried to seal the left overs, it did not work. These are meant to be used immediately and completely, I think. So, if you're not ready to use all of them, wait until you are. Hope this helps.