I intend to use this in a chest freezer I am converting to a fermenter. If "unplugged" and then plugged back in, will it turn on without a reset?
620623
Just tested. Yes, if you unplug and then plug again it will start running without a resetting.
620624
Yes. I use this as a heating source in a chest freezer for fermentation. It has an on/off switch on the unit itself. If you keep it on, and use a temp controller, the temp controller will turn the heater on and off depending on the ambient temp that the probe is reading. It simply has an on/off function with a cord plug in. It doesn't have a programmable temp controller on the unit itself. You will need a temp controller like an STC-1000 or something similar.
1425329
Make sure the fan is not blocked and the food you put in it should be chilled first in the fridge. I plug in mine overnight for use the next day. So far so good.
1113520
It sure can if your freezer draws less that 10 amps. I think they are a great value. I have two of these units. One controls my kegerator and the other controls a chest freezer I use for fermentation and cold tempering. If you need to control more than 10 amps, you need this unit plus a relay or SCR that is rated for your current. I use a 10 amp slo-blo fuse to make sure this unit doesn't switch more than 10 amps. Note: This unit only knows centigrade. I put a conversion chart next to it.
1212477
I've experienced a power failure while making a loaf of bread on a couple occasions, and the machine has always automatically restarted. I wasn't around close enough to tell whether it started over or whether it resumed the cycle from where it was. The result was a somewhat short but usable loaf of bread. I suppose if it didn't restart by itself you could always cancel the cycle, reprogram it, and start over - as long as it hadn't started to bake yet. If it's halfway through baking and won't resume, you're pretty much hosed.- Andy
282935
Good question! I never leave mine on when finished so I have always had to turn mine on when opening back up.>
298247
Yes it will. The only thing is this is pretty much like unplugging the machine every time you flip the switch. It's design is to save power when not using a device. We use ours on a bottle warmer that will not shut off. So instead of unplugging it every time we use it we just flip the switch. Same concept. I hope this helps.
957040
Yes it will work without being plugged in. Plugging it in only makes the water cold. -Jacob
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I am not sure. I notice there was no switch to reset on the unit. I asked tThe refrigerator repair guy told me if it trips it has to be replaced. I have not confirmed it his info is correct. it's on my fridge as a precaution and I don;t expect t to actually ever trip.
1955873
Yes. You MUST unplug it BEFORE removing it from liquid. If you don't do this the unit will be damaged.
358586
The one I purchased was only a freezer. But I returned the first one it was dented up. The second one only worked 3 months than broke, I called and they told me how to fix by unplugging, turned knob 5 times leave sit 3or 4 hours plug back in. Actually worked, first time. within a month broke again and work not work. Said had to pack it up and ship it for repairs to them. They will not pay for local repairs. We dumped it.
159256
I leave mine plugged in and never had any issues. I think that is in the instructions simply because it is classified as portable appliance. My oven sits on the counter plugged in and ready to go. My husband uses the convection setting on this all the time ,it is very nice to have.
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Yes. Some long as the combined load does not exceed the amperage rating of the circuit which is typically 15 amps. The freezer has a start-up amperage requirement that is higher than the run amperage. In your case start-up amps is probably 6 to 9 amps with a run amp at approx. 4 amps. Therefore, whatever you plug in on the other side of the Ziotek must be less than 6 amps draw.
1946321
I've had mine a couple months now and do not unplug. I do make certain the base is kept dry... I will point out that the switch does have a very easy "throw" or whatever and I have inadvertently switched it on in passing (more than once!). Fortunately it has a light and I've always noticed it and turned it off right away, but I can see where unplugging it might be safer, especially with multiple people in a kitchen.
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Yes. If it is plugged in, it is a cool as a fridge. If unplugged overnight, have ice packs in the cooler and a blanket on top of the lid for insulation and your food will stay cold and fresh for the next day. If concerned, put a thermometer in it.
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Go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgJlBOR1KXk. Do unplug the fridge before proceeding, but I found that I did not need to remove the icemaker from the freezer wall to do the rest. I just popped the cover off the icemaker, removed the metal bar as instructed, unscrewed the three screws from the motor, popped it out, and reversed the steps to put it back together. I plugged the fridge back in, and voila! After a cycle or two, the fridge was kickin' ice out better than it had for a long time. I sure would love to know if this works for you!
1113519
You absolutely can control a chest freezer. I have one on a freezer that I built for myself and have done the same thing for another friend. It works great. I have another one that I use for heating and cooling on a 15 gallon conical. They can only handle 10 amps so keep that in mind.
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Sorry, but this might be more of a question to the manufacturer. I wired mine up to the 110V outlet and by-pass to an old fridge to control the fermentation temperature (around 68F). I cant recall the temperature limits (max/min) but if the range goes up to 135 and you can wire to 110v then you might be in business. Hope this small info helps.