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Need replacement for slide-in electric oven/stove combination

8 years ago

Inconsistent temperature from the stove top of our current model (you can watch the element go from blazing red to much cooler and back again) which makes cooking consistently impossible (particularly at lower temperatures). Looking for replacement under $3000.

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8 years ago

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Jeannine Fay
8 years ago
I have the GE profile in the induction model . So far have had not problems. Looks good and cleans us nicely.
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silken1
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I too have a GE Profile induction model for the last 2 1/2 years and love it.
writersblock (9b/10a)
8 years ago
There are many induction ranges, including a frigidaire slide-in for around $1500, and of course radiant slide-ins start at less than that.
Danielle Gottwig
8 years ago
We just took delivery of the double over GE profile, but with gas fuel (I had wanted induction, but it would have forced a bigger upgrade to our electrical service than we wanted.)

The profiles are good looking. That is second to function, but it's a nice-to-have!
westsider40
8 years ago
I third induction. Absolutely read all about induction here and on the appliances forum.
Tmnca
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
Ikea has very nice slide in ranges for $1000 (gas slightly more I think $1200), and the reviews are great. We ordered one with our Ikea kitchen.

http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/00288563/
designsaavy
8 years ago
Htguy, could you tell me the electric stove model you have now that you don't like?

That way I can steer clear of it because I'm researching to purchase an electric stove. Thanks.
funkycamper
8 years ago
Just an FYI, it is my understanding that all radiant cooktops oscillate in the brightness of the red coils under the glass and that this does not mean that the level of heat is increasing/decreasing but is, rather, to indicate that the burner is in working mode. I could be wrong but I'm sure I read that. Mine oscillate in color intensity but I don't notice any change in actual burner temperature, just how the burner is looking at the moment.

Are you sure it is actually lowering/raising the heat level?

I have also read that if this is happening and the level of heat is actually changing that the problem is the pans, not the burner. If your pans are not completely flat, they will cause the variance in temperature.

You might need new pans, not a new cooktop.
Lily Spider
8 years ago
I have always had electric ranges and the color of the coils always varies but the temp stays the same. I agree with Funkycamper that it might be your pans. If your pan spins on the cooktop. The pans are warped and will not cook evenly.

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