Want to Deep Fry Your Turkey? Think Twice
UL Will Not Certify These
Here is a video from Underwriter’s Laboratories that explains why they will not certify deep-fat turkey friers. There are so many ways that can go wrong when using them.
- Overfilling results in immediate fire when the oil spills over as the turkey is inserted.
- Units are unstable and can easily be tipped over, spilling hot oil quickly onto the user or bystanders.
- There are no thermostat controls on these units. The oil can be overheated without the user’s knowledge. Opening the lid can result in immediate fire as the overheated oil is exposed to air.
The UL representative advises that people need to be very cautious. If they are used, they advice to always use them outdoors. They recommend that they be placed on a level surface and not used in a garage or on a wooden patio. Never leave them unattended. In addition, protective gloves should be used when handling any portion of this device.
The UL Video as Posted on YouTube
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