How hard are the buttons to push (arthritis) and is there a nag reminder that the unit is done (beeps every minute or so after completion)? Thanks
1742589
They're not bad at all. My wife suffers from arthritic hands, and she has no problems. I hope this helps
1742590
The buttons do require a fairly firm push. I owned a couple of MWs before this one and they were about the same. There is no "Nag" beep. I just tried mine and after half an hour still no "Nag". I must say, the only problem I had with mine was on installation. The door is subject to alignment problems unless installation is exactly "Square"....in alignment side-to-side and front-to-back. The installation screws allow you to make the adjustments. Otherwise, the door hinge area will make a popping sound when closing. It does not interfere with the operation but is aggravating till properly aligned. Make sure the installer knows this and test the door swing before the installer leaves.
1742591
The buttons do require a fairly firm push. I owned a couple of MWs before this one and they were about the same. There is no "Nag" beep. I just tried mine and after half an hour still no "Nag". I must say, the only problem I had with mine was on installation. The door is subject to alignment problems unless installation is exactly "Square"....in alignment side-to-side and front-to-back. The installation screws allow you to make the adjustments. Otherwise, the door hinge area will make a popping sound when closing. It does not interfere with the operation but is aggravating till properly aligned. Make sure the installer knows this and test the door swing before the installer leaves. The buttons do require a fairly firm push. I owned a couple of MWs before this one and they were about the same. There is no "Nag" beep. I just tried mine and after half an hour still no "Nag". I must say, the only problem I had with mine was on installation. The door is subject to alignment problems unless installation is exactly "Square"....in alignment side-to-side and front-to-back. The installation screws allow you to make the adjustments. Otherwise, the door hinge area will make a popping sound when closing. It does not interfere with the operation but is... » Read More The buttons do require a fairly firm push. I owned a couple of MWs before this one and they were about the same. There is no "Nag" beep. I just tried mine and after half an hour still no "Nag". I must say, the only problem I had with mine was on installation. The door is subject to alignment problems unless installation is exactly "Square"....in alignment side-to-side and front-to-back. The installation screws allow you to make the adjustments. Otherwise, the door hinge area will make a popping sound when closing. It does not interfere with the operation but is aggravating till properly aligned. Make sure the installer knows this and test the door swing before the installer leaves. « Show Less
956440
I don't know if you mean how loud is the unit when it is operating, or how loud is the "beep" that tells you your food is ready, so I'll answer both. When it is operating it is almost silent. The beeps at the end are soft. To my mind they're not loud enough. On a scale of 1 - 5 I'd give them a 2 or 3.
991265
I have not heard any clicking sounds when turning the knobs and have not heard/seen a timer. Maybe it is in a newer version. Good luck!
607497
It beeps when you push the buttons and when it's preheated and when it's done. I don't know how you would make the noise lower or frankly why it's such a big deal. It's certainly not a deal breaker for me. I don't mind because it beeps as an alert. You will hear it and isn't that the point? :)
1846333
It was really hard for me to get it to click too. My husband had to push down on too. It may take two people. Once it is in it's great. Just be careful folding it, don't use your finger to push it. use a screwdriver or something. Other than that, it's great! Enjoy with your baby! :)
373283
agree with previous answers, i just hold it until it beeps reducing in tone. Don't count the seconds just hold it. Remember the price if you have any frustrations with it.
1845733
You have to walk around your house to find it beeping. You need to have the television off etc... I would say about the the same strength as an oven timer or a just slightly less. I really like mine as it has helped me several times over short period of time that I have owned it. I have also recommended it to several of my friends.
628469
yeah, a very loud beep. I look forward to a solution as well. It beeps every single time you press a button, so for me, that is a minimum of 4 loud beeps to get up and running. "ON" "SPEED(2 times)" "COOL"...totally annoying. I assume this is what you're talking about?
745329
Mine only beeps when a button is being pressed. Make sure none of the buttons are stuck in the "pressed in" position.
1932637
They're pretty much bubble-type buttons under plastic sheeting so they make little or no noise when pressed. This should be a nice alarm clock for your purposes. We've had ours about 3 months now and have been quite happy with it.
1924748
Its not easy, and not really clear in the instructions. I had to put the battery in with my thumb on the bottom of the battery and grip the whole housing of the alarm and push HARD. It snaps in. Make sure that you have the battery in with the positive (+) symbol down. I hope that helps, Sorry I did not see this sooner!
2019935
You have to push the button and listen for the beeps. I had to read the directions and try several times before I got the hang of it.
1701274
The button is not stuck. when the bell rings it doesn't even ring the tone that it is set on. It is not a constant ring. maybe every half hour or so. I put in new batteries and it still does it.
248350
I reset it every night after preparing my brew for the morning. It only takes pressing the menu button three time and then the brew button until it beeps. No biggie.
1585399
We have had our heater for about 3 months and have not had this problem. It does seem that when you push the buttons your finger needs to be right over what you are pressing. Once I got used to that I have had no problems with the heater. Is working well to supplement our partially heated attic.
518049
No beeps or annoying clicks. Compared to my prior heater it is very quite but you can still hear it run. If you set it at a particular temperature all night it will cycle on and off so this may (?) bother him. Hope this helps.
1236763
I can't answer that question. I do know that the two push buttons that come with the unit have different signals so be careful when installing. One sends a signal for the front door which is the chime. The other button sends a signal for the back door or other location and is the typical door bell (ding/dong). I would assume the buttons are unique to the unit. Sorry I wasn't much help.