Hey! anyone got a Farberware electric skillet?

[mawil1013]

If you have a Farberware electric skillet can you do some tests for me??

I bought one on eBay but it runs 70 degrees Fahrenheit colder than dial
settings, plus, once it reaches set temp and the light goes out, if you
gently press or wiggle up and down on the controller the power / light
goes on again.

What can I reasonable expect?

I wrote the seller back asking for a refund.
--
Michael

[jmcquown]

You can reasonably expect a refund. :)

It doesn't do any good to ask someone here about it. What model? What
year? How "used"? Doesn't matter, you already know it's defective. I
hope you checked the seller ratings and refund policies before you
bought it.

Jill

[Julie Bove]

"mawil1013" <N...@Spam.net> wrote in message
news:l2nk76$ien$1...@news.albasani.net...

Is it a new or used one? I think I've had a couple of them over the years
but I don't personally care for the things. Much easier just to clean a
skillet and the skillet takes up less space. I know that people here claim
that they provide a more even heat but they're not for me.

If the item is used and the seller advertised it as being in excellent shape
or something, you may have recourse. Not sure if it is a new item though...

[sf]

On Fri, 04 Oct 2013 19:54:47 -0400, jmcquown <j_mc...@comcast.net>
wrote:

> I
> hope you checked the seller ratings and refund policies before you
> bought it.

We're having a great experience with a phone dealer on ebay. We
ordered and got the phone just a couple of days after placing the
order. This was my first smartphone, so I didn't know what to expect
because nobody talks about their problems - but AFAIWC I had to reboot
it way too often and every now and then I couldn't do it the easy way
- I'd need to take the battery out to do it. Anyway, we emailed the
seller saying we wanted to exchange it and got an email back telling
us a new one would be mailed to us with a return postage label. No
wonder it's so highly rated!

--
Food is an important part of a balanced diet.

[spamtr...@gmail.com]

How are you measuring the temp?

I've had mine for years, and it fries chicken and wiener schnitzel a treat, so
I just assumed the temperature was right on the money. Its ability to maintain
a constant frying temperature is why I bought it.

[Nancy2]

The temp light will go off and on as it tries to maintain a steady temp. However, if the temperatures are that
far off what they should be, it is definitely either a controller problem or the pan is bad.

The seller should offer
a refund, or perhaps you have a friend with a controller you could borrow to see if that is where the problem is.
I would never buy a used or even factory-refurbished electrical device without a guaranteed return policy.

N.

[Brooklyn1]

The Farberware electric skillet is the 12" X 12" square version of
their electric wok... lousy heating capability and a pain to clean...
both are cheap so you get what you pay for.
This morning I ordered this, a far more versatile piece of cookware:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NIOF96/ref=pe_385040_30332200_pe_309540_26725410_item_image

[mawil1013]

On 10/5/2013 11:09 AM, spamtr...@gmail.com wrote:
> ote:
>> >If you have a Farberware electric skillet can you do some tests for me??
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >I bought one on eBay but it runs 70 degrees Fahrenheit colder than dial
>> >settings, plus, once it reaches set temp and the light goes out, if you
>> >gently press or wiggle up and down on the controller the power / light
>> >goes on again.
>> >
>> >

I have a digital temp probe that I use for BBQ, held the probe down on
the pan bottom with a heavy metal fork, allowing for 20 minutes.

--
Michael

[spamtr...@gmail.com]

Were your suspicions raised because you couldn't fry in it? If not, I would
double check with a liquid -- peanut oil, or even water -- because that's
a more realistic use condition.

[spamtr...@gmail.com]

On Monday, October 7, 2013 10:26:34 AM UTC-7, Brooklyn1 wrote:
> Nancy2 wrote:
>
> >
>
> >The temp light will go off and on as it tries to maintain a steady temp. However, if the temperatures are that
>
> >far off what they should be, it is definitely either a controller problem or the pan is bad.
>
> >
>
> >The seller should offer
>
> >a refund, or perhaps you have a friend with a controller you could borrow to see if that is where the problem is.
>
> >I would never buy a used or even factory-refurbished electrical device without a guaranteed return policy.
>
>
>
> The Farberware electric skillet is the 12" X 12" square version of
> their electric wok... lousy heating capability and a pain to clean...
> both are cheap so you get what you pay for.
>

Why would anybody buy that POS off eBay when for $25 you can get this
Bronx-made classic?

http://capecoral.ebayclassifieds.com/appliances/fort-myers/farberware-electric-skillet/?ad=13200474

[Nunya Bidnits]

Set it to 212F or adjust slightly for your altittude. Fill with water. See
if it boils. Adjust temp knob until water just boils. The error is the
amount which the temp setting varies from boiling temp at your altitude.

MartyB

[Nunya Bidnits]

Nancy2 <ellor...@gmail.com> wrote:
> The temp light will go off and on as it tries to maintain a steady
> temp. However, if the temperatures are that far off what they should
> be, it is definitely either a controller problem or the pan is bad.

I have one. The temp light should cycle on and off as the unit automatically
maintains temperature. If the controller is cycling on and off in a way that
does not serve to control the temperature. Due to the way the pan is built
the problem is far more likely to be in the controller than the pan itself.

MartyB

[Nunya Bidnits]

Mine is round, good quality stainless, and holds temp very well even though
it is quite old, 30+ years IIRC. I wouldn't speculate on quality of newer
units though.

MartyB

[Brooklyn1]

The problem with those toys r us electric appliances is they have a
lousy recovery rate, as do electric stoves. I don't like to cook on
anything but gas. Now I'm anxiously awaiting my new Paderno ss
rondeau... and I got a great price, somehow when I checked back an
hour later Amazon jacked up the price nearly $40.... it comes with the
lid and I got free shipping.

Order Details
Placed on Monday, October 7, 2013
http://www.amazon.com/gp/r.html?R=3ZE5JWP3JSAP&C=3T5MUR8F9569O&H=LF1CD4LWTS4HFV1TCNTKJOQP8GIA&T=C&U=http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NIOF96/ref=pe_385040_30332200_pe_309540_26725410_item_image
Paderno Stainless Steel 9 3/4 Quart Rondeau Pot
Sold by Amazon.com LLC
Item Subtotal: $118.01
Shipping & Handling: $9.49
Promotion Applied: -$9.49
Total Before Tax: $118.01
Estimated Tax: $9.44
Order Total: $127.45

[Nunya Bidnits]

I prefer gas too but for an occasional alternative when extra cooking space
is needed, my old Farberware 12" High Dome skillet is fine and it has great
recovery time. I have no idea if newer models are as good as this one. It's
very good for frying with good temp control and even heat with quick
recovery if frying several batches. The high dome lid is designed for a
braise but I still prefer the oven for that as electrics tend to scorch a
bit with long simmering. None of these electric skillets are substitutes for
good all purpose skillets or saute pans because they can't be easily shaken,
tossed, and so forth.

MartyB

[mawil1013]

My suspicions started when I poured water in pan and couldn't get it to
simmer until almost 100 degrees F over 212.

--
Michael

[mawil1013]

I will agree, even this one has fast heat response.

--
Michael

[mawil1013]

Did that first thing when I took it out of shipping box, then confirmed
with digital temp probe.

--
Michael

[jmcquown]

so.... get a refund.

Jill

[MaryL]

"mawil1013" wrote in message news:l2nk76$ien$1...@news.albasani.net...

~~~~~~~
I had one years ago (probably not the same model you bought), and it was
great. You said you bought yours on eBay. How much time were you given to
return it, and what limitations did the seller list? I suggest returning it
for a refund if it is still under the seller's warranty. I have bought a
number of items from eBay, but this is one of the disadvantages--not as easy
to return as from a store (or even from amazon.com, where you would have to
ship it back, but you have a guarantee and 30 days or more).

MaryL

[spamtr...@gmail.com]

On Thursday, October 10, 2013 1:30:06 PM UTC-7, MaryL wrote:
> "mawil1013" wrote in message news:l2nk76$ien$1...@news.albasani.net...
>
>
>
>

> I wrote the seller back asking for a refund.
>

>

> I had one years ago (probably not the same model you bought), and it was
> great. You said you bought yours on eBay. How much time were you given to
> return it, and what limitations did the seller list? I suggest returning it
> for a refund if it is still under the seller's warranty. I have bought a
> number of items from eBay, but this is one of the disadvantages--not as easy
>
> to return as from a store (or even from amazon.com, where you would have to
>
> ship it back, but you have a guarantee and 30 days or more).
>

Another suggestion: if it is the snazzy SS frypan on a quadpod mount, I would
consider buying a new thermostat control, as on this webpage:

http://www.repairshack.com/farberware-m-14.html

[Brooklyn1]

"Nunya Bidnits" wrote:

The heating elements are likely similar... but the problem with those
things is not accurate temperature, it's that they don't have a good
recovery reponse... add something cold and the temperature drops way
down and takes a long time to heat back up again... better for stewing
than frying. Even electric element stoves have a lousy recovery rate.
I wouldn't cook on anything but gas.

[Kalmia]

Now you know why it was on ebay. Caveat emptor. Hope you can get a refund, but who gets to pay the shipping back to the seller? Agh.

I had an elec. skillet once ( was a gift) and gave it away - the temp varied and was hard to regulate. Might just be the nature of the beast.

[spamtr...@gmail.com]

On Saturday, October 12, 2013 6:26:52 AM UTC-7, Brooklyn1 wrote:

> "Nunya Bidnits" wrote:
> >Mine is round, good quality stainless, and holds temp very well even though
> >it is quite old, 30+ years IIRC. I wouldn't speculate on quality of newer
> >units though.
>

> The heating elements are likely similar... but the problem with those
> things is not accurate temperature, it's that they don't have a good
> recovery reponse... add something cold and the temperature drops way
> down and takes a long time to heat back up again... better for stewing
> than frying. Even electric element stoves have a lousy recovery rate.
> I wouldn't cook on anything but gas.

It's reassuring that Brokelyn has gone back to talking through his ass.

The fact that many, if not most, deep fryers use electricity might have
deterred him. Heating the oil might take a while, but the mass of the oil
retains heat and transfers it to the food. But the big advantage of the electric
fry pan is maintaining a constant temperature.

I have only once had a gas stove with a constant temperature regulating burner.
And when I try to deep or semideep fry on the stove top, I risk burning the
oil or starting a grease fire.

[Brooklyn1]

On Sun, 13 Oct 2013 23:55:28 -0700 (PDT), spamtr...@gmail.com
wrote:

Obviously (by your own admission) you can't cook and should be banned
from kitchens.

[Gary]

Brooklyn1 wrote:
>
> >I have only once had a gas stove with a constant temperature regulating burner.
> >And when I try to deep or semideep fry on the stove top, I risk burning the
> >oil or starting a grease fire.
>
> Obviously (by your own admission) you can't cook and should be banned
> from kitchens.

I have and love my old gas stove. It has no regulation....just pilot
lights to light the burners and stove. I deep fry in a small saucepan
with no problems. You just DO NOT leave the stove when you are doing
that....no worries. If you stand there and keep a constant watch, you
don't risk burning the oil or starting a grease fire.

Gary

[spamtr...@gmail.com]

Some jobs are just better and more easily done if you have control over the
temperature. Slow cooking, deep frying, and the shallow frying of meats like
chicken are three of these.

Hey, I have a toaster and a coffeemaker, even though both those jobs can be
done with a stove.

[dsi1]

On 10/13/2013 8:55 PM, spamtr...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> It's reassuring that Brokelyn has gone back to talking through his ass.
>
> The fact that many, if not most, deep fryers use electricity might have
> deterred him. Heating the oil might take a while, but the mass of the oil
> retains heat and transfers it to the food. But the big advantage of the electric
> fry pan is maintaining a constant temperature.
>
> I have only once had a gas stove with a constant temperature regulating burner.
> And when I try to deep or semideep fry on the stove top, I risk burning the
> oil or starting a grease fire.
>

One of the advantages of induction cooking besides efficiency, speed,
and fine control of heat delivery, is that there's no flames. If you
want to start a grease fire, you're gonna have to use a match.

[Nunya Bidnits]

My old Farberware skillet does well with temp recovery. But as I said before
newer ones and other brands may not perform as well.

MartyB

[Nunya Bidnits]

You'd have to provide some serious evidence before I believe you cannot
start a grease fire on an induction cooktop. With the right combination of
stupidity and poor choices, anything is possible. And if you can afford an
induction stove, you can afford a decent fryer.

MartyB