Some fryers let you set an optimal oil temp for what you're frying. This unit says temp is automatic. Does that mean it only cooks at 1 temp?
256854
yes it cooks at only one temp. I have used it for fried zucchini and onion rings. the temp is perfect for both items.
256855
Yep~it's either on or off. The temperature has been perfect however for everything I've cooked though.
256856
Yes it only has one temp but it is a wonderful item I've had this kind before and when it quit working after many years of use I tried looking for a new one to replace and couldn't find in the stores. I was happy when I found out Amazon carried it.
256857
The longer you leave this fryer plugged in, the hotter the oil will get but then it levels off. You could use a cooking thermometer to check the temp if you really wanted to know. I think it's really simple use... The longer you leave your food in the fryer the more brown it will get. What I like most about this fryer is that, if you are frying anything that is breaded, like fried oysters... the breading stays in tack... unlike the fryers with baskets... the oysters get stuck on the basket and all the breading comes off. Will NEVER use a fryer with a basket to fry anything breaded. I've never tried Fried Chicken in this fryer, but I have a feeling it would work great. The longer you leave this fryer plugged in, the hotter the oil will get but then it levels off. You could use a cooking thermometer to check the temp if you really wanted to know. I think it's really simple use... The longer you leave your food in the fryer the more brown it will get. What I like most about this fryer is that, if you are frying anything that is breaded, like fried oysters... the breading stays in tack... unlike the fryers with baskets... the oysters get stuck on the basket and all the breading comes off. Will NEVER use a fryer with a basket to fry anything breaded. I've... » Read More The longer you leave this fryer plugged in, the hotter the oil will get but then it levels off. You could use a cooking thermometer to check the temp if you really wanted to know. I think it's really simple use... The longer you leave your food in the fryer the more brown it will get. What I like most about this fryer is that, if you are frying anything that is breaded, like fried oysters... the breading stays in tack... unlike the fryers with baskets... the oysters get stuck on the basket and all the breading comes off. Will NEVER use a fryer with a basket to fry anything breaded. I've never tried Fried Chicken in this fryer, but I have a feeling it would work great. « Show Less
256858
yes I think but im not sure because I don't have one but I am looking so is you have and sugggestions that are cheap please tell me
2206609
Hi. This heater is a manual operated heater, that is, you plug it in and it heats. If it is above 32 degrees and you have it plugged in, it will It is attached to the oil pan and even if the oil gets above that temperature it will continue to heat.
359391
This thermometer ranges from -58 to 572 F it should work,but I would be weary careful if you use it for that purpose.Frying oils are extremely hot,it can cause second degree burns instantly.
2003561
It depends on what size of item or items You're frying. Your best bet is to fill it with Water to judge the amt of oil you need to Use
2032217
No, but the temp is not as advertised. I ended up throwing it out a long time ago and buying a commercial grade fryer. More money but worth the investment.
301547
Yes, it heats the oil at a very low temp. The only thing that gets hot is the silver plate in which the oil sits in.
2077109
Off hand I'd say above 350. We turn it on to highest temp & fry mostly seafood. Using lid helps maintain high temp & I take it off for a moment. We get crispy fried. I love it.
865114
For the frying oil to heat up to the desired temperature the heating element must be INSIDE the fryer pan
1709019
you could not control the temp with a fryer. need a regular temp controlled cooker
1406864
Sure does! The secret to frying anything in this is to do it in small batches and then transfer to a 375 or 400 degree oven. Keeps the item crisp and hot.
1826939
If you're talking about the frying unit, don't believe anything they claim. Despite the premise that this unit allows you to cook at precise temperatures you choose, it does not. It does not know what temperature you're cooking at; it only knows that, based on its programming, it supplied enough power to reach that temperature at some point it doesn't specify. Garbage. Throw it out.
342014
Yes I just oiled it and heat it on high for at least 5 minutes before putting it to the temp I want. Parts of it seem to cook differently sometimes though. I believe a booklet with instructions came with. It is helpful.
626294
It will trigger automatically when you raise the temperature more than a certain number of degrees above where it is. There's not a manual override per se - it's simply a part of getting you more heat when there's a delta between current temp and desired temp.
104786
it stays on warm setting until you turn it off manually. it is not a very hot setting, just the temp that you would want your food for immediate eating.
1440880
Unfortunately, it does not. The oil has to be cooled and poured. BUT, still one of the best fryers I've ever used. We do a lot of tailgates, fundraisers, and dinners, frying fish. This moves the frying along!!
1909252
The maximum temperature it was capable of reading was 286 degrees Fahrenheit in hot peanut oil for deep frying before the digits started going backward. I tried it more than once when it was brand new. I needed something capable of reading 350 degrees or more so I had to use an analog candy/deep fry thermometer instead.
1178235
Mine has but only with fresh oil and if i clean the unit well. Lets i wanted to use oil thats been through one fry already it will reach 335-345