Dualit Toaster Timer Switch and Elements Replacement
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- In today's video I will be replacing the Timer and all 3 Elements in my Dualit 2 Slice Vario Toaster.
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- Dualit element centre proheat standard 230v
- Dualit element end proheat standard 230v
- Dualit Mi2 Timer geni.us/0QNcduP (Amazon)
- Dualit element 6.5mm spanner - free from Dualit or geni.us/rVIBztA (Amazon)
- Screwdriver with PZ2 bit
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For the elements, you're best contacting Dualit as they're twice the price on Amazon. You can order repairs online at www.dualit.com/support/toasters or over the phone at 01293 652500.
You can also send your toaster back to Dualit for repair, at the following address:
Repairs Department, Dualit Ltd, County Oak Way, Crawley, West Sussex RH11 7ST
Before you send any item to them, they suggest that you contact Dualit Customer Service on 01293 652 500, to discuss the nature of the fault.
I'm replacing the timer switch because it has started sticking and at least one of the elements has started malfunctioning because the 13amp fuse recently blew in the plug.
The repair itself is reasonably simple to carry out, but if you're at all unsure about doing the repair its probably best to send your toaster back to Dualit for it to be repaired for you, and don't forget, PAT testing is particularly important if the toaster is in a work place.
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Brilliant! As a single woman who does all her own DIY, I didn't want to throw away my 13 year old Dualit Toaster because it's in excellent condition but just needs the same new bits as yours. I will be ordering the parts and the spanner from Dualit and doing the upgrade myself. many thanks
I bought in Canada that toaster because I was so tired of buying shit…. I went with this one. A jewel for the last 10 years. Only “flaw” now: the timer. Just ordered it. Thank you !!
A marvel that machine.
Where did you get the replacement timer in Canada? I'm in the same boat. Thanks!
It bothers me that we've become a disposable society. We no longer have the tradesmen that used to repair appliances as we once had. Such a waste of money, only good for sales to the big companies. Thank you for this video. As always, good work.
Thanks mate - totally agree!
When a new telly costs a few hundred quid, and is quite a fun purchase, there is no driver in spending at least half that for a TV repair man to come out in 2 weeks' time.
new toaster 11 quid get it today, dualit repair is 30 fixed plus parts , plus you sending your toaster, typically 50-60, broken for 2 weeks, total, thats why,
@@YellowPinkie indeed, but our thoughtless consumerism is completely unsustainable in the long run.
@@richardsinger01 That's exactly my point. I've repaired my TV but that's because I have the skills to do it. Taking a guess at what the fault is, what the right part is. Fighting with a case that's designed to break if opened. Poor information, no manuals and designed obsolescence fight us all the way.
What a refreshing change to see a "repair" video that gets to the point, without any silly music or over-acting! Thanks for this very helpful piece that has enlivened me to repair an identical Dualit. I was going to throw it out and replace it, but not now.
Thanks again.
Thanks Annie. You won't regret it. Mine's still going strong after this repair.
Really straightforward video that enabled me to service and repair my 25 year old Dualit toaster. A bit of WD40 in the timer meant I didn't even need to buy a spare part. I'll definitely be back when I have another repair to do. Thank you so much
Glad to hear you found it useful Joy. Thanks for letting me know. 👊
Good video. Easy fix for my 4-slice dualit.
Check the screws that hold the feet on. Replace them if they are rusty, they might be hard to screw back in.
Good stuff, Charlie. I just wish I'd seen the bit about removing all the elements in one go and replacing them with the new ones on the table - it's outrageously fiddly doing it in place !
Way to go Charlie! Always a lot more satisfaction in repairing rather than replacing. A couple of years ago we bought a dishwasher that I said I would install. My wife asked how much installation would cost... $25 (US... we live in Nashville, TN). She thought I was crazy to install myself to save that little, so I relented and had the "pros" install. Right off the bat it was installed crooked, and the first time she used it there was water all over the kitchen floor. Now she lets me install anything I want... since I re-installed and it was level, even along the counter, and it did not leak... If you want a job done correctly do it yourself!
Thanks my friend, and I'm humbled to hear you're watching this all the way across the pond in Nashville! A lovely story and one you hear time and again (which is why my siliconing video to take one example, resonates with so many people). The fact is a conscientious, practically minded DIYer is going to do a much better job than most trades, because he or she cares about what they're doing 👍👍
Thank you Charlie just helped me repair my 13 year old 3 slice Dualit with a new timer and she’s back to full safe working order !
Well done on yet another fine DIY video production Charlie. The whole safety and PAT issue is a big problem. I recently retired from my role working in IT at a large school, and my responsibility also included PAT testing of all the IT equipment. The Site Manager and I would not even allow new items to be used unless PAT'd (which is initially a major pain in the A), but this did have the added benefit of getting all new stuff on the asset register at the same time. I tested 1000's of items, and the only Out of Box Failure discovered was for a Toshiba laptop (they sent out a new PSU). If we consider the domestic market, then NOTHING gets PAT tested post production (unless you live with a PAT testing nutter), and so a line is being drawn between safe practise at home and work. Recently, the element and fan in our dual oven blew, and after watching a video on espares, I took a chance on a repair. Luckily, I was able to fix the oven for the cost of about £60 quid, the alternative being a new item or calling out the repair professional which equates to the same thing.
Back in the day, a lot of domestic items didn't even come with a plug fitted, and we could remove the plug as a matter of course from old electrical equipment. Wiring a plug along with some general electrical safety training was taught me in school (although my Dad had already showed me how to do it). I recently visited a 95 year old relative who had a faulty electric blanket. He made me check the fuse and then inisisted that I cut the plug off in case needed in the future!
To finish.
(1) You only need to be a "Competent Person" to carry out PAT (Portable Equipment Testing). I did attend a course, but at the time this was NOT required.
(2) If a faulty item has spare parts available from the manufacturer or the likes of espares, then why not give it a go? Follow Charlie's safety by unplugging or disconnecting the item, and take a load of photos as you take the thing apart.
Cheers Mate.
The great thing about Dualit appliances is that they are such a pleasure to own. Next is that they just keep on working. My Classic, stainless steel toaster has been with me for over thirty years and hasn't needed new elements. The exception here, however, is kettles where many don't last. The Classic kettle though has replaceable elements and the ring pull on top was replaced by Dualit, free of charge when it snapped off. Thanks for a great video and you are so right about the spanner. I've replaced the elements in a two slot for a friend.
One thing I'm not so sure about is your use of, what looks like, quite coarse steel wool on stainless steel. I can see the scratches left behind and maybe 0000 guage would be okay but I'd rather not use it at all. A metal cleaner cream and a damp micro-fibre cloth have shifted all the grime from my appliances over many years.
Keep the post up, it's great to see you repairing rather than replacing. The problem today is people that don't know how to fix things really shouldn't, that's why companies have to add replace by an electrician. Nice job Charlie.
Very helpful - thanks. I finally got the elements installed. An eBay vendor first sent the incorrect elements, for 240 rather than 120 volts, and the North American vendor for Dualit did not include instructions with the Dualit elements. A 1/4" wrench works perfectly on those tiny nuts.
Another great video. I have this toaster and it’s about 20 years old. It drives my wife mad, because muffins, crumpets and thick slices of bread won’t fit. Also, when I sometimes turn it off at the plug, she doesn’t notice, because of course the timer whirs away and she assumes it’s toasting. I like to point out that it’s fully repairable. 😉
Thanks Charlie. Appreciate the tip about the spanner. Definitely getting one from Dualit, to add to the care and repair kit for when the time comes.
I just wish that I had scrolled down the list of help videos to find yours earlier-it was very helpful.No 6.5mm spanner sent in my package of replacement elements and from having just driven from Devon to Cornwall with no joy in my search and some very damaged finger nails ,I have done it!Thank you Charlie. Our toasters are from 1994 and 1995 and have done sterling service for family and guests.Sylvie
Awesome work Sylvie. So glad to hear you found the vid useful. Thanks so much for the comment.
Just replaced one of the elements. Very simple after watching your video. Many thanks.
Yey! Great work. I'd recommend you do the other one too so you have two new ones ageing at the same rate.
Had a dualit 4 slice toaster for about 25+ years, replaced elements, timer, switch etc. I’m not an electrician, But very simple and easy, just common sense. Toasters a bit like Triggers broom.
As you alluded to, we sadly do live in a throwaway society with many appliances having a designed life expectancy. Carrying out straightforward repairs is not only cost effective but helps reduce waste and recycling costs. Companies will always put a warning not to carry out your own repairs as it's in their own interests to charge you for repairs. That and the always present chance of litigation of course. Well done for putting the video out and please do more if you are able.
I'm a long retired electrical engineer (not an electrician or a technician!). Fixing electricals has absolutely no fears for me. Problem arose today when my second slice of toast didn't toast at all. In fact it had taken out an RCBO. So I dismantled it as far as needed in order to find what I suspected would be the cause - carbonised bread giving an L or N imbalance current due to earth leakage. Sure enough, found loads of carbon. However when I gleefully tried to toast my lunch, I found that the least possible rotation of the timer again caused the RCBO to trip - even when there was NO LOAD. Hmmm! Need to take a hard look at that timer now.
I have had the Dualit - bought secondhand 23 years ago - in operation twice daily every day. I have replaced the elements once during that period. What a great product!!
Thanks, Charlie, for your original video on replacing the Dualit heating elements! The most difficult part was finding the 6.5 mm spanner. Even so, I re-contacted the supplier of the element I ordered and asked specifically where I might find it. He had me hold the line a moment, and returned to say, "I have one! I'll send it right out!" Following your instructions, I easily replaced all three elements (though only one had "burned out") to save work in the future! I'm the second owner of my Dualit Classic and hope to continue to have it in years to come. Great instructive videos!
Great work Toni and thanks so much for getting in touch. You were absolutely right to replace all 3, as otherwise you'd have had to do the other 2 in a year or two. So satisfying, isn't it. Just keep an eye on the timer knob, as these can be dangerous when they fail 👍🏻
I used a pair of long nosed pliers and a screw driver which did the trick.
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Love this instruction video. With a little time, you can repair your toaster and at the same time help save the planet. Thanks for showing us how to do this.
I'm with you. I buy quality products because they last and become classics. Sadly, many of the great companies are selling out for cheaper labor, cheaper product components and built in obsolescence. Of course, they would like us to throw out our classics and buy replacements. Not gonna do it and will not be bullied into conformance. The central heating element on my 18 year old 2 slot Dualit went out last year. I grieved over it and spent weeks searching for a San Francisco repair person (too expensive - might as well buy a new one). Fortunately found your CZcams video and realized I could repair it myself. I don't enjoy doing traditional guy things (carpentry, mechanics and electronics) but will do whatever it takes to save my beautiful classic toaster from the land fill. I can do it - why not, I'm smart, well-educated and stubborn. Thanks for this excellent video.
Thank you! I ordered a replacement timer and, per your instructions, installed it and, voila!, the toaster is working again!
Great work. Satisfying, isn't it, to keep these wonderful machines out of landfill!
@@CharlieDIYte I couldn't agree more! Thanks again for all of your help with this project!
This has been so helpful. You cover everything I want to do and I celebrate the replaceable component culture, but am not the best at DIY!
What a lovely toaster Charlie, brilliant how to video. Thank you
Thanks Charlie, just followed your instructs and I've fixed my 4 slice Dualit's timer. Also cleaned it with wire wool. Very pleased!
Great work, David. It's satisfying, isn't it! Good for another 5-10 years' use now!
Thanks for taking the time to make this video with such care. I have the same toaster, and I wanted to change the timer because it sounded as if it might get stuck, giving a fire risk. So good to be able to get the spare parts after 15 years or so.
You're very welcome. Yes it's so satisfying being able to breath new life into these machines. Credit to Dualit being ahead of the game in producing spares.
Very helpful and clear. Thank you! And I like your hack of removing the whole element stack at once.
Great video. Like with many of your videos, showing what is involved in the job allows people to make an informed decision as to if they can make the repair themselves.
Love our Dualit toaster so I am so pleased I can now service it and its as good as new. (we also had a fire when the Timer switch stuck on)
Thank you so much for this! Actually enjoyed doing this and feel very smug about not chucking it away!!
Bless you lad, you know what my dualit toaster got knocked out on Saturday and now I was looking at wilkos 4 slice toaster. Big up pal !!!!! You saved me some money
And given you a fun job to do 😉👍
Glad you posted this, I just replaced a cooker element (and I'm a 'girl'!). People do stupid things things all the time - including qualified people.
Thanks so much for that - I do get a bit anxious doing some of these videos - there's quite a lot of responsibility riding on them and you just don't know what people are going to say !! so it's great to get positive comments liked yours 👍 MASSIVE respect on the cooker element replacement - now that IS a worthwhile repair and one I haven't done yet.
@@CharlieDIYte thanks, it actually took me about 6 months to get the courage to do it, but it really wasn't to bad at all. I must admit that when I turned it on I stood well back with fingers in ears (not sure why). My daughters were impressed. When my best half died I had to start doing all the mending he would have done, I know he'd be pleased!
He'd be incredibly proud of you! What an inspiring example you're setting for your daughter's!! I got quite emotional reading that, but allowed myself a little chuckle at the fingers in ears bit 🤣
Thanks Charlie. I've just changed an element on my four-slot, guided by your excellent video. Just on the subject of the 6.5mm spanner. Us "oldies" call this size 1/4 inch. My non-metric Whitworth 4BA spanner and 1/4inch socket fitted the nuts perfectly. I suspect that 6.5mm is just the nearest metric equivalent. If you have an "oldie" neighbour they will probably have a suitable spanner in their toolkit.
That's useful to know, thanks Mark! See how you get on with the new element but you might find the others fail reasonably soon so I tend to replace them all at the same time now.
you really can get the burn marks off the casing with a non scratch scourer and half an hour of elbow grease thus avoiding the scratching evident in your video. If its particularly recalcitrant the sort of tar remover for car detailing does a lovely quick job!
The 6.5 mm spanner is an American 1/4” wrench. I searched all my metric stuff and then found the 1/4” in my Sears Craftsman ignition wrenches filled the bill. Cheerio from Utah.
its 4BA i believe
Hi Charlie, thanks for this interesting video. You can't blame Dualit for the warning - they're just covering themselves to try to prevent litigation in case something goes wrong. Of course they know that in practice DIY people are going to fit the spares themselves.
Thanks for posting this Charlie, I've repaired my own Dualite and as long as you are sensible in tackling the refurbishment it's good to avoid adding to landfill
Great work. 👌👏
Brilliant, just what I needed. I've had my two slot Dualit for 17 years now, it's still gleaming as I Brasso it regularly, but one end element is failing. I was reasonably confident I'd be able to fix it, now I'm 100% confident. Top tip regarding the spanner too, so thanks Charlie. I think Governments need to do more to legislate regarding repairable items, throwing everything away doesn't help anyone apart from corporate shareholders and they sure aren't going to save our precious planet.
Thanks Tim. There's a right to repair legislation but I'm not sure how far it has impacted on how they're manufacturing consumables right now. Replace all the elements if I were you, as the other ones will also go soon and you don't want the hassle of having to open up the machine again in 6 months time like I did. 👍
Excellent video. Ive just replaced the middle element of my 2 slice Dualit and now one of the ends has just gone so ordered 2 ends and will do them both. The tip on pulling them all out as a group of three is an excellent one.
However - I found it a lot easier when removing the bolts to use a pair of pointed pliers and loosen it first then just use my fingers, Using the little spanner so too fiddly for me and once loosened the yare easy to undo and then use the pliers to tighten when the are back in.
Thank you so much for this video. I watched it, was inspired, sent off for a new timer. Following your technique I replaced the old one and it works!! I am the least practical person I know and am just thrilled with the result. €250 saved :- D
That's awesome work, mate. If you're anything like me that will leave you feeling a bit epic every time you use it and you can allow yourself a little fist pump when no-one's looking 😉👍 THAT'S the power of DIY! Thanks so much for letting me know.
Awesome, just replaced timer control on 17 year old toaster all by myself ; )
I have a 3 slot model that an ex tenant left behind, a bit grubby and with a damaged power lead. I didn't throw it out as I know the value of these and having cleaned it up, I now intend to repair it; I'll never need to buy another toaster again. Thanks for the great video mate 👍🏾🍞
You're welcome mate. It's so satisfying when you breath new life into it. I recommend changing the timing switch, as this is the dangerous bit if it starts sticking 🤔
Thanks Charlie, just replaced the timer on my twelve year old toaster and totally agree with your comments, should be more products that are repairable. Incidentally just had to replace a Dualit kettle and was surprised not able to replace the cordless male plug element, pity they don't make these replaceable.
Charlie - absolutely clear and positive video - well done and thanks. I use a chainsaw a lot - shed loads of people have no training and use these in their own gardens so I think in comparison you are very safe.
Charlie - Well said and done. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much. Your video is so clear and concise and I managed fine although I’ve never done anything like this before. I have just eaten 2 slices of toast after replacing all 3 elements on my 20 year old Vario toaster. I followed your instructions and it was a simple but still a little fiddly job. Taking photos is essential and putting all the screws etc. in a small container saved me losing any. When finished, I turned it on and there was a slight burning smell which came from any crumbs that hadn’t been removed. The smell only lasted a couple of minutes and my toaster is now working wonderfully. It didn’t need any cleaning on the outside so can’t comment. If you buy the elements from Dualit over the phone, you get charged £3.50 extra (I think that’s how much) because of the time it takes for the person to take your order so best to buy straight from their website to get the best price. Again, thanks.
Linda that's fantastic news. It's such an epic feeling completing a job like this isn't it, and you have the added satisfaction you've kept a wonderful appliance out of land fill. Thanks for letting me know how you got on. 👍
Hi Charlie, In my time I have built houses, done all the electrical, and plumbing as well as brickwork, plastering, and roofing. I am not qualified to do any of this but as an avid DIYer with a lot of common sense and I always get any work that I do checked by a tradesman (except plastering). I will not touch gas as this is one trade that should not be touched unless you are a registered gas fitter. With the modern ways of plumbing fittings and pex it is now very easy to do without getting into trouble and after doing some electrical work with an electrian I find that most house electric is simply connecting one box to another as long as you make sure you comply with the code in your area and don't try to cut corners. One basic thing you forgot to mention but is a very important bit of gear is some sort of tray to keep all the items in so they don't get lost.
Brilliant, clearly explained, thorough, comprehensive. That’s a really well made “How to…” video. Thank you!
You're welcome John. Thanks for the comment. 👊
I've got the exact same toaster Charlie; have had to replace the elements and on/off switch and couldn't care two hoots. I apply my own rigid standards, often better than the manufacturer's and am very careful.
I shall continue to do the same for as long as Dualit continue to sell the parts.
Edit: to clean mine, instead of using wire wool I use Cif and kitchen towels, being careful not get any liquid inside and behind switches etc. Works great
Regards
Ian, Birmingham UK
Thanks for that, Ian and good tip with the Cif!
Bicarbonate of soda will take off normal soiling.
I have replaced the elements in my 4 slot toaster. Can’t remember how many but it included at least one End element. Pretty easy.
Is the 6.5mm nut actually an imperial 1/4 inch nut?
Great video again 👍 Alternative to wire wool (albeit more expensive) is Meguiars Nxt Generation All Metal Polish, which is what I used on my toaster. Ended up with a mirror finish. Useful for other things as well, like scratches on watches etc.
Absolute pleasure to watch a professional at work. About to have my first classic toaster from DUALIT. Good to know what to do in the event of a repair being needed. The spanner looks a bit like the one I had for my old Meccano set , I wonder if it’s the same size, it would be sort of appropriate!
Thanks John. You'll love it, and have many satisfying years of toast from it! Yes I agree. There's an old Meccano set in the kids playroom. I might take a look some time 👍
Great video helped me dismantle and clean and as a result no tripping out. Also a good tip is Pink Stuff brings the top up like new without wire wool.
Thanks Paul. Great tip 👍🏻
Trigger and his broom would be proud of you and that toaster.
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Excellent video. Ordering parts today. Thank you.
Ah, that's great news. You won't regret it!
6.5mm unobtanium spanner is the old 4BA- British Assosiation spanner, I still have some. Video helpful, the faulty element tested ok cold but must disconnect when it gets hot. All good now. Thanks.
Very clear and helpful video. I agree that cleaning up chrome is tricky as it very easy to scratch. If detergent and patience desn't shift it then I would recommend using bar keepers friend or brasso and cotton cloth to gently rub away burnt on gunk. The fine chalk abrasive will cause less damage to the chrome surface than wire wool. Any brand of cream cleaner next best choice. Always rubbing in same direction will minimise the visual effect of scratching. Only damp cloths, of course, because you never wet or soak electrical stuff.
Thanks Patricia. Good advice 👍🏻
Thank you. That’s really helpful! Regarding the 6.5mm spanner, I think the equivalent may be a 4BA Whitworth spanner, which is 6.3mm across flats. They are still readily available.
Thanks for sharing that David. I'm sure you're right 👍
Thank you I really needed this to fix my 21 year old toaster !
You're welcome. Thanks for the comment 👍
Just changed my timer and one of my heating elements and this was the video I followed. It was excellent and great to stop and start it as I went along. I made one mistake which was with the screws with the two wires (read and blue). They are longer than the others and when I reassembled I had one short one so had to reassemble to put screws in correct place. My mistake for not lookjng at the pictures carefully enough.
Yes. Post it. Not a problem.
Thanks, Charlie, I just fixed my Dualit timer thanks to you.
You're welcome Michael. So glad you found it useful. It's so satisfying isn't it fixing these wonderful old machines. 👊
@@CharlieDIYte Your videos are so thoughtful and well planned, I appreciate your hard work, well done.
i got lucky and found out a 1/4 wrench works as well... thanks for the video!
Charlie instead of wire wool use white vinegar and sodium bicarbonate (not baking powder) make it into a paste and rub that on.
It's what we use on all our household deep cleaning chores.
Please try it out and let us know what you think.
Mate we are not stupid you have said it's recommended that you get a qualified person in to do repairs , you are not to blame if we have a go and get hurt !!!! Iml all for you showing us what to do I am well capable of deciding if I can do it safely or not thanks Charlie
Now we live in these times of ridiculous litigation, everyone is having to cover their backsides with some sort of disclaimer. Absolutely infuriating.
I found that using a non-scratch scrubber with a bit of scouring powder cleaned the grime off of the metal quite easily, and left it shiney and unscratched.
Wish I’d seen this video before I changed the elements a year ago, had to manage with an adjustable spanner as nowhere sold a 6.5mm spanner,…nightmare! Anyway, need to change the timer this time, so your video is invaluable, thanks. P.S. The finalé of your refurbishment proved another point…Dualit toasters do NOT toast the bread evenly on both sides.
Fantastic video. Saved me from buying a new toaster!
Glad to hear it. Thanks for letting me know
Thanks for making the video. My dualit toaster doesn't need repair yet purchased in 2013.
Incredible! That reinforces the old adage that you get what you pay for!
Great video Charlie - love to see old items being given a new lease of life. In bygone times (before metric threads), the UK's electrical industry used to use BA sized threads for small electrical connections. It occurs to me that the 6.5 mm spanner being talked about might really be a 4BA spanner if Dualit's design is as old as it looks. 4BA is only 7 thousands of an inch different to 6.5 mm so this could easily be the case. BA spanners are available but they are expensive and a free one from Dualities is clearly the best option!
That's a gem of a comment - thanks for sharing that, Julian!
Wouldn't a 6.5 mm spanner of 4BA just be a standard 1/4 in spanner? For US DIYers where 1/4 in spanners (wrenches) are commonly available.
Great video - thanks for taking the time to explain everything - much appreciated!
You're welcome Mike. Thanks for the comment and glad you found it useful. 👊
Really impressive job.
Hi Charlie, super video and nice job on the toaster. Your 6.5mm (1/4" Imp) nuts remind me of BA sizes in older electrical gear but i think 0 BA stopped at about 5mm. I often wonder why manufacturers don't use the same size fasteners in their products but that would be really sensible i s'pose. Thanks for sharing. Stay safe and keep up the good work. 👍🖖🐶🦴
I used my BA socket set when I replaced my element and it worked perfectly with the small nuts.
Thank you - This is very clear and eloquent ( Reflection of the times we now live in they charge for the spanner haha )
Thanks 👊
Nice one Charlie, I’ll bring a couple of eggs for the fresh toast...👍👍👍😎😎😎
Well done, good to see a proper repair rather than the throwaway and replace culture we all see today.
Great video as ever. Helped cut down any guessing whether I was doing correctly as Dualit did not send any instructions in the replacement part.
Also regarding the 6.5mm spanner (which I didn’t have) I found that a 1/4” socket actually worked well.
Good work Jeremy - glad you found it useful and thanks for getting in touch. Satisfying cranking the old thing up again in full working order, isn't it!
Hey Charlie. Great video. Just one point..the nuts inside are 4BA British Association nuts were a size commonly used in old TVs radios model railways and electrics like dynamos in old cars. 4BA = 6.3mm. Sets are still available on eBay etc. Thanks👍.
Thanks. That's good to know. You wonder why they don't change them. Maybe they've got too much stock 😉
I believe we should be repairing kit if we are competent. Good on you for sharing
Thanks Tim. 👍
Congrats! very satisfying to see you repair it! would only add a bit of polish
Thanks. Yes very satisfying and it's still going strong.
I used 1/4 inch SAE wrench to take the nuts off the elements. Fits like a glove. 6.5mm is the same as 1/4 inch.
Hi Charlie.... great "tutorial"..... Just FYI, the ends of the Dualit toaster are not made from steel but an aluminium casting, hence the ease of scratching.... I'm actually going through the same process myself currently but needing to change different components... Cheers.... Chris
Thanks mate! Makes sense.
Hey Charlie, Thanks for your video. It dit help me al lot to replace the 3 elements on mij 20 year old toaster. Greets Arend.
Fantastic video-so clear. Many thanks indeed
You're welcome Stephen. 👍
My 4 slice Dualit is now 25 years old, still no issues since day 1. But I will give it a good clean and polish with wire wool and brasso
They're wonderful machines aren't they 👌
we live in a nanny state. my toaster came out of defunct BR signal box and is from 1991. i have replaced the elements 3 times and i absolutely love the fact that the toaster is so simple and rebuildable. here in NZ they cost NZ$550 which is an outrage but there you go.
Well done Bryan. I agree. They're bringing in legislation here making all manufacturers provide spares. Whether it will happen though or change customer habits is another thing!
It's great that you can still get the parts... Says a man that has just had to spend hundreds of pounds on a new cooker because the 8 year old Electrolux range cooker blew an element which of course is no longer available anywhere
The "grade of steel" on the ends is Aluminium so obviously softer.
Great video thanks!…just wish I’d watched before I ordered the elements as now I need to order the spanner!!
Hopefully you can get one online. Good luck with the repair and thanks for the comment. 👍
BOUGHT A 4 SLOT ONE THIS YEAR BEST TOASTER EVER
They're good aren't they. Will last you for ever!
@@CharlieDIYte yeah it was one of the reasons I bought one
Thanks Charlie. Have just used your video to replace the end elements on my Combi toaster which I've had for about 30 years. I think Dualit changed the element design at some point (elements now have are protective coating?) so the genuine Dualit parts won't work with a toaster as old as mine. However, I got a pair of compatible elements from Place4parts for £12. They are slightly less powerful but a lot more effective than the old, broken ones :)
Might still be worth getting the spanner from Dualit though
Grown ups make grown up choices and are responsible for their own actions. Yes, we all do some repairs that otherwise call for a professional but we also know our limitations. This repair was simple enough most owners could handle it. If they’re not comfortable, than let a pro handle it.
Great video. Very helpful. I only noticed that the feed are not all on the outside. Check a photo of a new toaster.
Thanks again
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Different instructions have the feet in different places bizarrely. I don't think it really matters. Just put them back where they were 😉
Very helpful. Thank you
You're very welcome. Thanks for the comment. 👍
The different grade of steel on the ends in cast aluminium!
The steel wool is probably overkill. Warm water and Jif ('Cif' these days) should remove the burnt on fat etc. Scotchbrite pads or similar will help with the really stubborn muck. If the stainless steel and/or aluminium is scratched, both can be polished back to new condition with suitable fine abrasive compounds. (Remove them 1st!)
Nice job.. a toaster like this should last for centuries if looked after like you are doing. Keep up the good work..
This was a big big help to me, or you can do it the hard way and get the pdf instruction sheet from Dualit.
Thank you very much..so helpful
You're welcome, Jayne. Thanks for the comment. 👍
Used to repair these in 70s for B T . If you like a challenge try repairing the conveyor type toaster ..
Wow, respect Ray! I can see that being challenging!!