Too many beeps
July 1, 2009 8:49 AM Subscribe
How might I disable or muffle the beeps that my appliances make (when buttons are pressed, when cooking cycle is finished) without risking my life or that of the unit? The toaster-oven is the most egregious offender, but the microwave is problematic too.
Does the microwave make a mechanical (ding!, usually on microwaves with mechanical dials) or an electronic sound (beep beep, on digital button microwaves). If it is electronic, some microwaves have a volume setting. Look for your instructional manual online for info.
posted by ALongDecember at 9:06 AM on July 1, 2009
posted by ALongDecember at 9:06 AM on July 1, 2009
Migraines? I actually tested out a bunch of microwaves in the store to find one that didn't drive me insane. I'd imagine the same approach would work for toaster ovens.
If I had to, I'd disassemble the toaster oven to figure it out. You should be able to disconnect or muffle a speaker, if there is one, or dampen the bell.
posted by rokusan at 9:13 AM on July 1, 2009
If I had to, I'd disassemble the toaster oven to figure it out. You should be able to disconnect or muffle a speaker, if there is one, or dampen the bell.
posted by rokusan at 9:13 AM on July 1, 2009
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You can muffle the beeps by finding the little speaker and putting a layer or two of tape over it. I've never had anything go wrong with an appliance after doing so.
posted by corey flood at 9:04 AM on July 1, 2009