Does the oil drain out or does it store in the fryer?
1160857
It doesn't have a drain hose like others I've had. You have to pour the oil out.
1160858
It stays in the fryer although you would want to change it periodically. Note: The "filter" is just a screen that will remove larger particles but it dose not filter the oil.
1002262
There is a small cap you remove on the cover. You then take the container out, remove the cap, and the oil easily pours back into the fryer.
728477
we save our oil in the same plastic bottle we purchased. we strain the oil cool it off and store it in our pantry.
970772
Because it holds so little amount of oil, I leave the oil in and disguard it after several uses. It is not worth the trouble of draining, straining, and storing it.
970768
As said by others, the oil basin isn't removable. I would deem it as a moderate hassle to clean, you cant just throw it under the water (I wished it was this easy!!) and as Gerald said, you have to wipe it clean with some soapy water until all residue is out. I would like to point out that the outside of the fryer is metallic and gets extremly hot when frying. You have to be very careful when opening/closing the lid when you operate it to not get burnt!
1252348
I use canola oil. Its easy to drain. You should have a funnel to catch the oil. I place the oil back in the original container after it cools, for either reuse or to place in the trash. Hot water, soap and a brush seems to clean it up well. Careful using a brush on the basket since it can grab bristles. I found a scouring pad works well on the basket.
1002266
Yes. You just take the oil compartment out and there's a spout with a screw-on cap. I use a funnel and pour the oil into a clean half gallon milk jug. Unless you have a reason not to reuse the oil next time you fry, though (e.g., you fried shrimp and somebody you're serving has a shell fish allergy, so you can't use it for that meal), you can just leave it in the compartment and pour it directly into the fryer next time you use it.
2228141
You manually dump it. The fryer is very light. You pick it up and pour into a container for disposal.
1442556
The element is in the oil and provides a cool zone underneath. Breading in the oil does not burn to the bottom and can be rinsed out after cooling.
2207734
The heating element is in the cord. I did not drain oil until it cooled but dont believe you would have a problem with it.
673061
I cannot say right now as I packed mine away but there are different models so you have to pay attention to the particular model number. I enjoyed mine while I used it. Its a great fryer and easy to clean up. The best part is the removable oil container. I used to drain it after using and store in refrigerator until next use. Look and see if others are same model.
296521
I agree with answer by Silvanac...the controller/element lifts out when cool. The plug unplugs by magnetic coupling. That leaves the stainless main vessel, the oil fryer reservoir, lid, and the baskets. If they fit, they can be washed in dishwasher. My frying episodes have not greatly soiled the stainless main vessel which is really just a shell which simply holds the oil reservoir and controller in place. I found it easier just to wipe it off with a damp cloth.
510430
Always clean the fryer after use. Carefully pour the oil into a glass jar to store and strain out any residual food that may be in the oil.
1197272
I keep my oil in the fryer for like 2 months , after about a month i strain it thru some CHEESECLOTH that you can get at any fabric store or ebay..i just keep a plastic cover on top of it to keep the dirt n dust out of the oil..you might think thats a long time to keep it in there but no ones gotten sick off it yet here, and i use it a couple times a week..when it costs like 10 or 12 bucks to fill you best believe i'm gonna get my money outa that oil.usually i will change it out when i can barely see the heating element ..i keep a pen an paper next to it so i know exactly when i cleaned it last.. I keep my oil in the fryer for like 2 months , after about a month i strain it thru some CHEESECLOTH that you can get at any fabric store or ebay..i just keep a plastic cover on top of it to keep the dirt n dust out of the oil..you might think thats a long time to keep it in there but no ones gotten sick off it yet here, and i use it a couple times a week..when it costs like 10 or 12 bucks to fill you best believe i'm gonna get my money outa that oil.usually i will change it out when i can barely see the heating element ..i keep a pen an paper next to it so i know exactly when i cleaned it... » Read More I keep my oil in the fryer for like 2 months , after about a month i strain it thru some CHEESECLOTH that you can get at any fabric store or ebay..i just keep a plastic cover on top of it to keep the dirt n dust out of the oil..you might think thats a long time to keep it in there but no ones gotten sick off it yet here, and i use it a couple times a week..when it costs like 10 or 12 bucks to fill you best believe i'm gonna get my money outa that oil.usually i will change it out when i can barely see the heating element ..i keep a pen an paper next to it so i know exactly when i cleaned it last.. « Show Less
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Once the oil cools, which I have found takes about 3 or 4 hours you will need to turn the lever all the way to the right. The picture denotes the oil going into the reservoir. You can go to home depots website here http://www.homedepot.com/p/Emeril-Advanced-Oil-Control-Fryer-by-T-Fal-FR7015001/204684995 and download the manual from the box labeled Info & Guides. You may need to make sure the drain is clear of debris. If you have fried a lot of stuff or things with a lot of breading it can settle over the mesh for the drain and make it either really slow to drain or clog it up altogether. Once the oil cools, which I have found takes about 3 or 4 hours you will need to turn the lever all the way to the right. The picture denotes the oil going into the reservoir. You can go to home depots website here http://www.homedepot.com/p/Emeril-Advanced-Oil-Control-Fryer-by-T-Fal-FR7015001/204684995 and download the manual from the box labeled Info & Guides. You may need to make sure the drain is clear of debris. If you have fried a lot of stuff or things with a lot of breading it can settle over the mesh for the drain and make it either really slow to drain or clog it up... » Read More Once the oil cools, which I have found takes about 3 or 4 hours you will need to turn the lever all the way to the right. The picture denotes the oil going into the reservoir. You can go to home depots website here http://www.homedepot.com/p/Emeril-Advanced-Oil-Control-Fryer-by-T-Fal-FR7015001/204684995 and download the manual from the box labeled Info & Guides. You may need to make sure the drain is clear of debris. If you have fried a lot of stuff or things with a lot of breading it can settle over the mesh for the drain and make it either really slow to drain or clog it up altogether. « Show Less
777521
No, Greg, but that's not an issue for me. Most of the debris remains in the unit's reservoir. After I drain the oil into an empty vegetable oil bottle for reuse, I then rinse the reservoir with hot water, return the stopper to the tube, and the wash the reservoir with hot, soapy water. Drain again, wipe dry and you're done. Takes 5 minutes. I get 3 fryings out of each reservoir. Then I start over.
2003560
It depends on what size of item or itemsYou're frying. Your best bet is to fill it withWater to judge the amt of oil you need toUse