I just purchased this waffle maker and I have not even used it yet but I am quite disappointed after reading the operating instructions that oster would put out a product where you have to do your own timing to know when the waffle is done.  I am replacing a waffle maker that is probably 20 years old and it told you when the waffle is done.  This waffle maker is already a disappointment to me and with todays technology I can’t believe someone would make such a disappointing product.