Is the stainless steel housing on this KRUPS KH734 toaster a cool-touch when it is operating or does it get hot to the touch?
1799380
Cool touch. It is the slowest toaster we've ever had and after 6 months it cooks unevenly.
1799381
It gets kind of hot on the side and it is a little slower than other toasters, but it's always toasted evenly.
1799382
The sides stay somewhat cool; however, the top around the toaster slots gets hot.
1799383
It is hot on top, naturally, and the sides are warm but not hot. I could lay my hand on the sides without any discomfort.
2010535
The keep warm position turns off the convection. Otherwise the convection is on during toast & broil
211228
Yes, this toaster IS "cool to the touch" after use. You could pick it up or move it while toasting, if you like. I have yet to find anything wrong with it. Toast, bagels or toaster pastries have all toasted beautifully. You just need to find the right setting.
850882
I've never done, and was told by our service Rep. not too - heat issue - and you want toaster to sit sturdy on counter.
1347988
It gets warm to the touch, but not hot to where it burns you. This has been the best toaster I have ever owned. It is worth spending the extra few bucks for it.
2256200
Hi Ron, to be very honest with you, I have only used it a few times, my husband uses it most of the time. But for my experience, I have found that the exterior did not get hot, but the inside were of course very hot. Also, I have not heard my husband say anything negative about this toaster oven. I hope that this was helpful. For what ever it is worth, we are very pleased with this one.
1657171
I would say it is mostly cool touch on the black surfaces. The chrome parts not so much. What's amazing is how quickly it heats up, then cools down. By the time I know the toast can be handled, the unit is cool enough to move back on the counter top. I was reluctant to get this unit because of the electronics, (I liked old fashioned toasters) but the electronics make for a much better, faster performance, in my opinion. I'm glad I got it. I replaced a commercial unit that was way hotter but similar in design. This one is way better and cooler to touch.
54563
No, on a low setting, the exterior gets hot enough to burn an adult's or child's hand. Note that the instruction booklet warns that the toaster is "not intended for use by children" and cautions to "Never let the toaster operate unattended." If I had any idea that this toaster presented a burn and/or fire hazard, I would not have purchased it. These cautions should have been in the online description. I expected more from a KRUPS appliance, especially one costing $50. It's going back.
1427612
While holding my hand on side of toaster, I inserted bread and held it there until bread was toast. Could tell no difference in temp from start to finish.
618749
I've checked when using, the bottom of toaster and my countertop doesn't get hot. BUT: the top of toaster gets hot. So, I make sure I remove anything that was on top before using.
1566058
I have only had this toaster for a couple of months, and I wondered the same thing. As far as I can tell, the motorized feature is very dependable. It makes no noise at all, and it's very smooth in operation--certainly no change since I bought it.
1799782
The front is slanted so that you can easily see your toast. It makes it very nice. This is 1200 watts! There are few toasters with this much power and thats why I chose it. I looked for one that still had some power and speed. Remember the watts get divided between slots. I am seriously considering getting another one for our vacation home. I am afraid there won't be any toasters this powerful much longer. I'm not willing to pay a fortune for a toaster either. This is very reasonably priced.
552882
The metal enclosure of the toaster oven does get hot when in use. You definitely would not want to leave anything made of paper or plastic on top of the toaster. That being said, the handle on the door does not heat up at all, and is perfectly safe to handle. As stated by other reviewers, the other benefit of the toaster is that it does not heat up the surrounding air (as a conventional oven often does). I have been using this toaster regularly for 2.5 years without ever being burned, and it is not something I fear. I have occasionally taken advantage of the heated top and used it as a warming pad by setting a metal or glass pan with food on top of it while it was in operation. The metal enclosure of the toaster oven does get hot when in use. You definitely would not want to leave anything made of paper or plastic on top of the toaster. That being said, the handle on the door does not heat up at all, and is perfectly safe to handle. As stated by other reviewers, the other benefit of the toaster is that it does not heat up the surrounding air (as a conventional oven often does). I have been using this toaster regularly for 2.5 years without ever being burned, and it is not something I fear. I have occasionally taken advantage of the heated top and used it as a... » Read More The metal enclosure of the toaster oven does get hot when in use. You definitely would not want to leave anything made of paper or plastic on top of the toaster. That being said, the handle on the door does not heat up at all, and is perfectly safe to handle. As stated by other reviewers, the other benefit of the toaster is that it does not heat up the surrounding air (as a conventional oven often does). I have been using this toaster regularly for 2.5 years without ever being burned, and it is not something I fear. I have occasionally taken advantage of the heated top and used it as a warming pad by setting a metal or glass pan with food on top of it while it was in operation. « Show Less
1093705
I wish I could tell you that I doesn't get hot, but it does. For an average adult that's more aware, you can get away with leanin on the unit and just have a bit of scare with the warmth of the top. Nothing that will burn to damage severely. I would say if you had it around kids, just simply aware them and show them got hot it gets.... It is a great toaster and can be used in great amounts!
1340057
Yes it is a cool touch toaster, but the one we have doesn't toast evenly or the same darkness twice. Maybe purchase different toaster or ours may just be a dud. hope this helps
923690
There are vents on the top and right side. We have experienced no overheating problems and love the product. It is the easiest toaster to clean that we have had.
186927
All 4 sides barely even get warm (you can press your hand against it completely without it being even close to uncomfortable). The top surface *does* get very hot, however, especially the strip of metal between the two slots. You will yank your hand back if you touch it. However, I suspect this is the case w/ almost every toaster, since heat wants to rise. Despite the fact that it gets hot, I had never really noticed (I had to do a special test to answer this question). The slots are so wide, and the ability to lift the toast further out using the handle means you don't really have to put your fingers at risk of touching. I think it would only be a concern for children using the toaster. All 4 sides barely even get warm (you can press your hand against it completely without it being even close to uncomfortable). The top surface *does* get very hot, however, especially the strip of metal between the two slots. You will yank your hand back if you touch it. However, I suspect this is the case w/ almost every toaster, since heat wants to rise. Despite the fact that it gets hot, I had never really noticed (I had to do a special test to answer this question). The slots are so wide, and the ability to lift the toast further out using the handle means you don't really have to put... » Read More All 4 sides barely even get warm (you can press your hand against it completely without it being even close to uncomfortable). The top surface *does* get very hot, however, especially the strip of metal between the two slots. You will yank your hand back if you touch it. However, I suspect this is the case w/ almost every toaster, since heat wants to rise. Despite the fact that it gets hot, I had never really noticed (I had to do a special test to answer this question). The slots are so wide, and the ability to lift the toast further out using the handle means you don't really have to put your fingers at risk of touching. I think it would only be a concern for children using the toaster. « Show Less