Does the hotplate cycle off and on during use?
46502
Yes, it does cycle off and on ... I just used it for the first time with a pressure cooker. I had to keep my eye on it, as the temp. didn't stay even. I do like it though.
475839
Not that I'm aware of. It's pretty simple to operate and it will shut off once everything is cooked based on the time that you set. Great product. With great results
1786009
No, which I consider a good thing. If you want it turned off then you need to turn it off, otherwise it produces heat (which what is supposed to do).
614214
Yes, all the time. I think it is normal. Annoying too. I'm sure if you add less water it might burn off but you don't want to burn the plate out.
1740593
Yes it is either on or off, however the temperature at which the iron is set will also determine the amount of steam delivered. Also Steam Boost will deliver more steam than the normal steam setting but will use up more water as well.
1600611
Yes. It has a thermostat and when it reaches the temperature you've set, it turns off.
1719143
Yes it does. The unit cycles off when it reaches the temperature you set it for. When the temperature falls below the level you set it for, then the unit cycles back on. I love this unit - so I ordered another one and two of them.
156620
No. You have to manually turn it on it will automatically turn off once it has finished its cycle.
844938
We have had the HotSmart Plate for several months and have had no issues with it. I do not put it in the dishwasher but wash it by hand soon after use. It sounds as though you may have received a defective plate if you are treating it in this manner. I would ask for a replacement for sure.
1780356
Yep! Once it reaches the temp you set it for it goes into a standby mode, it doesn't run constantly.
477730
No, it cycles the power on and off to maintain temp. SSR is on or off, not varying.
372751
I don't notice it cycling on and from the thermostat. It beeps quite loudly when adjusting settings but is pretty quiet when operating.
742798
I've used it twice since purchase (about a month or so ago) and have not noticed the metal plate being hot when I changed the different length attachments. I'll pay more attention the next time I use it. Len
317270
No, it is on or off.Prior reviews suggest some confusion about what this product is. It is *not* a cooking appliance. It is meant to prolong the temperature of already hot serving dishes. Ideally, it is heated, unplugged, and set in a table or buffet. The core maintains that heat and helps to negate any heat lost to the room around.You can also keep it plugged in for extended warming, in which case it will cycle on and off to maintain a temperature set by the manufacturer. It has a relatively short cord and I would only recommend doing this if it's set aside, on a buffet for instance. No, it is on or off.Prior reviews suggest some confusion about what this product is. It is *not* a cooking appliance. It is meant to prolong the temperature of already hot serving dishes. Ideally, it is heated, unplugged, and set in a table or buffet. The core maintains that heat and helps to negate any heat lost to the room around.You can also keep it plugged in for extended warming, in which case it will cycle on and off to maintain a temperature set by the manufacturer. It has a relatively short cord and I would only recommend doing this if it's set aside,... » Read More No, it is on or off.Prior reviews suggest some confusion about what this product is. It is *not* a cooking appliance. It is meant to prolong the temperature of already hot serving dishes. Ideally, it is heated, unplugged, and set in a table or buffet. The core maintains that heat and helps to negate any heat lost to the room around.You can also keep it plugged in for extended warming, in which case it will cycle on and off to maintain a temperature set by the manufacturer. It has a relatively short cord and I would only recommend doing this if it's set aside, on a buffet for instance. « Show Less
1026422
Yes. Mine does. But I don't leave it open for extended periods so I don't know if it would go off after a while or not.
669419
YEP, mine is 5 years old and the thermal coating where the pot sits on the actual unit itself, does peel off after use. Its not really a hotplate because it does not stay on after the coffee is done brewing but it IS the element that is used to heat the water of the unit itself during brewing so it does get hot during the brewing cycle. It has never affected performance and to me, it is more of an eyesore but after the heavy use this machine has received in our house, it is understandable. If you do start to see metal showing through, toss the machine because you are risking bigger problems as the heating element is now exposed. YEP, mine is 5 years old and the thermal coating where the pot sits on the actual unit itself, does peel off after use. Its not really a hotplate because it does not stay on after the coffee is done brewing but it IS the element that is used to heat the water of the unit itself during brewing so it does get hot during the brewing cycle. It has never affected performance and to me, it is more of an eyesore but after the heavy use this machine has received in our house, it is understandable. If you do start to see metal showing through, toss the machine because you are risking bigger problems... » Read More YEP, mine is 5 years old and the thermal coating where the pot sits on the actual unit itself, does peel off after use. Its not really a hotplate because it does not stay on after the coffee is done brewing but it IS the element that is used to heat the water of the unit itself during brewing so it does get hot during the brewing cycle. It has never affected performance and to me, it is more of an eyesore but after the heavy use this machine has received in our house, it is understandable. If you do start to see metal showing through, toss the machine because you are risking bigger problems as the heating element is now exposed. « Show Less
1379076
Automagically goes to keep "Keep Warm" when cooking time selected is completed. Never looked for an off switch, I just unplug it when cooking completed/ready to serve.