It's not about folklore or literature but this first part is about a cautionary tale. Several months ago I posted about my new (not used) flat top range. You can familiarize yourself with the background story HERE.
A repairman came in May to check it out and said that "it was normal for the temps to increase or decrease 10-20 degrees" but did make some adjustments after replacing the electric board behind the framing where the digital temp, settings, etc. are located.
Next day I attempted to bake another chicken breast with the very same issue. Called the store where it was purchased and said it was still not working properly and that I "could NOT live like that". She asked more questions which were answered in good detail and another appointment was made. But next day received a call from that same repairman saying it was normal for the temperature to vary 10-20 degrees and to get another opinion.
Next day I attempted to bake another chicken breast with the very same issue. Called the store where it was purchased and said it was still not working properly and that I "could NOT live like that". She asked more questions which were answered in good detail and another appointment was made. But next day received a call from that same repairman saying it was normal for the temperature to vary 10-20 degrees and to get another opinion.
Yesterday a different repairman came by who had much different diagnostic equipment and very important information. He brought in a computer and specialized ohmmeter and he could see immediate data as it was happening. However, those changes didn't appear on the digital info on the range. He set the oven temp at 150 (just to make the wait time shorter) and within a couple minutes the temperature increased to 175. WTH?? Increased??
Shortly thereafter the temperature inside the oven started dropping below the 150. He said it needed a new temperature sensor and bake element and placed the order. Not sure when the parts will be in but he said to NOT USE THE OVEN until he returns.
The repairman said the reason the temps were dropping was to prevent the oven from catching on fire. OMG. If the temps increased 25* with that low setting imagine what may have happened by my setting it a 450 and then increasing above that when it started dropping. Thank GOD I continued to look for relief or the range may have caught on fire.
Okay....now to a tad of hooking entertainment. Although my Indian Peace Flag isn't quite done thought I'd do some vacuuming, dusting and start decorating for America's 250th Birthday.
In the living room you'll see photos of my boys ~ Sailor grandson and my son. In front of them is a sweet cross stitch piece dear friend Lauren gave me along with the American Flag card. Until I find the perfect place for showcasing the stitchery, it will be here for the birthday. Since it is summertime thought Polly Minick's sandpail hooked rug would fit right in.
Saundra
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