EZ Larry wrote:
> On Tue, 02 Sep 2008 09:56:31 -0500, EZ Larry
> > wrote:
>
>>>> Sunpentown 1891b ($169)
>
> The first unit lasted 3 days, then just plain quit. The replacement
> unit arrived a week after I reported the problem with the first one.
> When I plugged that one in, there was a bright flash, a loud pop, a
> puff of smoke, and the smell of electrical burn. I immediately
> unplugged it, boxed it up, called and returned it. Both units are in
> transit back to Sunpentown as I write this, and I have ordered the
> Wolfgang Puck from HSN. With the coupon I got off the web, the total
> price including shipping is about half what the Sunpentown was.
>
> To their credit, both Ace Photo Digital and Sunpentown were very
> cordial, and have promised me a full refund. I just don't have
> confidence in their quality control.
>
> I'll let you know if I find anything outstandingly positive or
> negative about the Puck, but based upon what others have written here,
> I'm betting it'll be a solid performer.
>
I was wondering about this last night. That certainly isn't
auspicious. I will forget the fact that I saw a shop in Boston's
Chinatown that sells Sunpentown induction units.

Thanks for keeping us informed. I may well be in the market for
such a thing after I move.

--
Jean B.