does it smoke much, ie is it suitable for a kitchen with minimal ventilation?
1949084
I have used the fryer at home and at my job as a private chef cooking for up to 12 people. The former is a small kitchen that opens to the dining & living rooms. It has never smoked. However, it does release steam, the amount depending on what you are frying. It does give off an odor which is typical of deep frying as a cooking techniques. The frying smell is typical of these units and not a problem particular to this Breville. I find that the deep fried food cooked in the Breville is delicious with minimal fat. French frys crisp, Indian chickpea flour balls moist and firm, special fried rice ingredients to perfection. This unit is superior to one's I have used because it has simple yet comprehensive temp and time settings. If I were to make one suggestion to Breville, it would be to have a soft and loud option for the alert reminder.
1949085
Smoking from a fryer has more to due with what oil you use rather than the equipment. Peanut oil (refined) has a high smoking temp 450F, light olive oil 468F which is my favorite (be sure it's really olive oil!), Avocado Oil (refined) 520F but can be a bit pricey. BTW: Breville products are always top quality, I have several. - retired flavor scientist
1576520
It can be used indoors but not suggested, because it's not smokeless. It can create enough smoke to set off your smoke detector. It's meant to be used in open areas like balconies, patio's and tailgating. With that said, I have used it in my apartment before and it performed better than anticipated. I had it on my counter, right next to my stove, so the hood was able to take in most of the smoke. I hope this helps.
1032718
No, in my experience it does not produce a great deal of smoke. Of course, that will depend on the type of food you are cooking on the griddle - very lean meats might need a good coating of non-stick spray applied before cooking. I usually turn on the vent fan over the stove while cooking meats like hamburger and chicken, and that has, so far, done the trick.
2136268
It's not too bad. I run it on fan speed of 3 which is plenty to humidify the house. I do have it in a room that is not normally occupied though. I don't think you'd want to have it sitting next to you in your living room or bedroom. We have a wood stove and this unit is well worth a little humming noise to generate some humidity in the house. We love it!
1240944
It could produce a lot of smoke if allowed to really heat up, but as a cook I heat to the point of light smoke then add the food, so using it inside without a vent isn't an issue.
1807883
Mai, I've found it to do well in my 600 sq ft 1 bedroom apartment. Occasionally cooking smells will overwhelm the space and it's really annoying when it's from someone else's cooking. After about an hour or so of running it, the air is usually cleared and the space much more enjoyable. If I remember correctly there are 4 carbon filters included with the unit, which they suggest changing every 3 months. Replacement filters are available for separate purchase. The automatic setting is nice as it runs at the quietest speed and then speeds up if it senses the need for more filtration (really kind of freaky when the pet breaks wind and the unit responds several seconds later). Mai, I've found it to do well in my 600 sq ft 1 bedroom apartment. Occasionally cooking smells will overwhelm the space and it's really annoying when it's from someone else's cooking. After about an hour or so of running it, the air is usually cleared and the space much more enjoyable. If I remember correctly there are 4 carbon filters included with the unit, which they suggest changing every 3 months. Replacement filters are available for separate purchase. The automatic setting is nice as it runs at the quietest speed and then speeds up if it senses the need for more filtration (really... » Read More Mai, I've found it to do well in my 600 sq ft 1 bedroom apartment. Occasionally cooking smells will overwhelm the space and it's really annoying when it's from someone else's cooking. After about an hour or so of running it, the air is usually cleared and the space much more enjoyable. If I remember correctly there are 4 carbon filters included with the unit, which they suggest changing every 3 months. Replacement filters are available for separate purchase. The automatic setting is nice as it runs at the quietest speed and then speeds up if it senses the need for more filtration (really kind of freaky when the pet breaks wind and the unit responds several seconds later). « Show Less
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I would not burn wood/biomass indoors. Once the stove gets going it is less smokey, but will generate lots of smoke during startup or while adding fuel. I have not used the alcohol burner attachment, but that would definitely be better for a low ventilation area. I love this stove, but it is basically a mini campfire (I did use it in a 3 sided AT shelter, but depending on wind the smoke was annoying)
1011055
No, if your seeing smoke coming out you may need to adjust how it's stacked. Should not see almost any smoke come out.
1572254
I have used it in my basement with no special ventilation. You are not using very much at a time so I donot see a probl at all.
2244698
I have smoked in it. It is large and has the front door to stoke the coals and add smoke chips without opening the top. I have a dedicated smoker as well but this one has a larger area for food.
263676
It would create too much smoke to use indoors. I've had one for 4 years. Works great outdoors but min is under a patio roof. Manufacturer says no.
1231501
We bought this to use on our 'smoking' porch. (An enclosed 12x12 sun room.) We keep it on low pretty much all the time and it does great. We don't smoke cigars but it handles the cigarette odor quite well. Again, keep in mind we keep it on the lowest setting. The filters are easy to remove and clean.
1485730
We've had the oven up and operating now for over three months and I have to say, the two fan speeds are quite adequate. It won't give you quite the flow of a stand-alone ductless system, but it handles everyday needs well. I cook for the two of us and, so far, I've been able to avoid setting off the smoke alarms with touching the system to on and dispersing the smoke. For me, that's important...
1307805
I use mine on a covered porch and haven't had any problems... but there is good air flow across the smoker. If there isn't good ventilation... I would expect problems. This is a smoker, it puts out a lot of smoke. Besides thick smoke being unpleasant to be in... when hot enough... and thick enough... smoke can become flammable. If it were me... I would still own one... I'd just figure out a way to vent the smoke.
339645
I did not smoke on it as I have a smoker but it maintains low temps well and should do fine
1337948
This countertop smoker is made to be used indoors. With that said, you must have a well ventilated area. This smoker comes with an exhaust hose so that the smoke can be exhausted outside.
1524360
It works great without any ventilation, it has a filter built into the top cover that will catch 95% of smells, but deep frying in general is not an odorous process compared to pan searing, etc. No worries at all in even the smallest kitchen, had mine for a while now and it's been fantastic! There will be a slight smell obviously from the oil being heating but again, it's less than frying something in a skillet.