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Introduction
The Waring Pro DF280 Professional Deep Fryer is made to fry more than the ordinary chicken and French fries. The fryer is intended for an array of frying needs that are aligned to its product specifications and features. It is a 12.7 pound fryer that is designed for modern cooking needs. The fryer has a reliable control system with perfect handling features during cooking. It is ideal for home use especially for people who want to go an extra mile in their frying. It can also be used in commercial settings where small quantities of food can be made. Here are some of the Waring Pro DF280 Professional Deep Fryer features and specifications.
Features and Specifications
The fryer has a one gallon oil container that is easy to useThe fryer’s oil container is one of its distinct features. The oil container has a capacity of one gallon. The surface of the gallon is made of stainless steel making it stainless and long lasting. Other than these beneficial features, the gallon has a pouring spout that prevents spillage when you are pouring oil. These attributes enables the gallon to remain clean even after periodic use and enhances the hygiene of the cleaning process as well.
Comes with an 1800 watt immersion style heating element
Immersion heating is the ideal heating system for fryers. The immersion heating ensures that the fat is homogenously heated by guaranteeing uniform heat distribution. The heating system also last longer than the surface heating and other heating systems. The 1800 watt heater matches the need for a professional fryer. The fried food will have uniform cooking. With 1800 watts heating the oil, you are assured that it will take a shorter time to fry the meal than other lower wattage fryers. The immersion heater is removable making the fryer easy to clean.
Automated time and temperature control system
The fryer has a 60 minute digital timer. The digital timer makes the use of the fryer easy and convenient for anybody. The digital time helps you to manage your timing when cooking to prevent over cooking or under cooking. The fryer also comes with a temperature control mechanism that maintains the frying temperature to the ideal level. With the digital timer and the temperature control mechanism, the fryer automates the frying process to a self-controlled process. In addition, the lid has a viewing window that allows the user to view the food as they get fried. The frying process can thus be controlled.
Has a 2.3lb food capacity
The fryer has a food capacity of 2.3lb. This is one of the largest capacities for domestic use that can also match the professional needs. Within the frying area, the Waring Pro DF280 Professional Deep Fryer has two small heavy mesh baskets that have a cool-touch collapse handles. The heavy mesh baskets are able to sustain the frying temperatures while providing for compartmented cooking. The handling system of the mesh baskets cool-touch collapse mechanism protects the user from the heat and eases the process of controlling the food that is being fried.
In light of the various features that the Waring Pro DF280 Professional Deep Fryer is adorned with, there are a number of pros and cons to the fryer. Here are some of the pros and cons of the fryer.
Pros and Cons of Waring Pro DF280 Deep Fryer
- Simple to set up and use: You do not need to have had an experience with fryers to be able to set up the fryer and use it. The process is simple and direct. You can simply know what to do by looking at the fryer itself.
- The fryer is easy to clean: The materials that are used to make the fryer and the design of the fryer make it easy to clean. The materials do not allow oil to stick while the design allows you to access all the areas that need cleaning. It is the best fryer to use over and over again because its hygienic maintenance is easy.
- Has supportive features that assist in cooking: The fryer has a display that shows the temperature as the heat goes higher and gives the user some idea of how long it will take before the meal is ready. You don’t need to be a professional to have the best meal out of the fryer. Ith these features, it is hard to go wrong.
- The larger basket is unstable: the larger basket lacks the necessary hinges that would hold it firm on the fryer. It is usually unstable when hung on the fryer.
- The baskets lack the necessary screens to prevent small pieces of food from falling back. The function of the baskets is usually to allow the dryer to filter away all the oil and keep the food dry. The maze of this particular fryer is large. Without catch screen under the basket, smaller food may fall back to the frying area.
Our rating
Most of the consumer find the product to be ideal and functional. It meets all the frying needs that they would desire and slightly exceeds their expectation through its automated functioning system and the ease of use and clean. However, there are a number of limitations that are primarily focused on the mesh baskets. These are the only areas of concern with the fryer.
Frequent Questions and Concerns
1. How do you drain the oil? Is there a spout in the back?
Unfortunately, there is not a spout. You have to do it by hand.
2. Can you use Coconut oil? What is the best type of oil to use for this fryer?
Yes, you can use canola oil. Both peanut oil and vegetable oil with good results.
3. What is the minimum and maximum temperature?
The minimum temperature is 150 degrees, the maximum is 375 degrees.
4. Does it have to use a full gallon of oil or can use less if don’t have a lot to fry?
One gallon fills it to the maximum fill line, but you can use less oil if don’t have a lot to fry.
5. Will it work in a small kitchen-apartment like a food truck?
The answer is yes, just cover lid when move the truck.
6. What is the voltage 110V or 220V using?
110V.
7. Can fry with the lid open?
OK, you can fry with the lid open, just take careful do not splash.
8. What are the dimensions of the large basket? What is the material? Can fry without the baskets?
The large basket dimensions is 10″ x 8″ x 2.75″. The material of basket is stainless steel. Yes, you can fry without the baskets.
9. Are all parts dishwasher safe or just lid?
Only lid, baskets and the main vessel.
Conclusion
This fryer is made with the user in mind. Most of its features are designed to make it easy for anybody to fry the food that they desire. It can be used at the professional level and at the domestic level as well. It comes with a good price for the features that it possesses. The Waring Pro DF280 Professional Deep Fryer is the fryer for a discerning buyer.
