Aroma ADF-212 Smart Fry XL Digital Dual-Basket Deep Fryer
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: AromaBrand: Aroma
Model: ADF-212
Color: Stainless
Product features:
- Double-capacity programmable deep fryer cooks up to 6 pounds of food at a time
- 20-cup-capacity enameled oil tank with min/max indicators; immersible heating element
- Digital control panel; 10 preprogrammed settings; adjustable temperature; 30-minute timer
- Includes extra-large basket, 2 side-by-side baskets, and 2 charcoal filters
- Measures approximately 14-2/5 by 11 by 17-3/5 inches; 1-year limited warranty
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Aroma ADF-212 Smart Fry XL Digital Dual-Basket Deep Fryer
Customer Review: The Perfect Home Fryer
Summary: 5 Stars
Good price. An engineering marvel. Holds temp prior to frying plus/minus 10 Degrees Fahrenheit. Large oil volume (1.25 gallons max) assures the thermal mass will maintain temperature a little longer -- even when food is added. 1800 watt power input assures recovery is as quick as it can physically be. 1800 watts is about the maximum that can be drawn from a 15A 120 Volt circuit (make sure nothing else is being used on this circuit). The fryer will draw between 14.6 and 15.0 amps. Best used on a 20A circuit, that is standard in most newer kitchens, to reduce supply circuit voltage drop and provide the most voltage to the fryer.
Greater recovery time can only be obtained with a 240 Volt unit -- and who wants to pay the commercial price for a fryer or has 240 in the kitchen. Shuts off element automatically after the timer counts down to zero and goes into a standby mode. Noted only a minimal drop of temp when food added (30 degrees) and quick recovery to set point. This drop is a function of the quantity and temperature of the food added (as with any fryer).
Looked at 230 vac/50hz European models. While they may be usable at our 240/60hz for the heating element, the electronics may have a problem, so just decided to get the Aroma model. Oil immersion element is the best and quickest way to transfer heat to oil compared to fryers that heat the pan.
Current temperature and set point are displayed with a 5 degree resolution. Current temp is displayed as the default and shows the rise and also the drop in temp as food is inserted (unlike some that apparently do not want you to see this). Pressing the time/temp easily changes the current display of temp to either set point or time remaining. Super easy to use this multi-function mode of current temp/set point/timer.
Timer and Temperature set point can be changed at any time. Time can only be started after set point is reached as indicated when green light flashes -- and this is the way it should be. If you do not want to time -- do not press the START button after reaching temperature and unit will control temp forever (I think).
Easy to clean (furniture polish removes fingerprints off stainless steel). All parts, including the 3 baskets, handles, and cord store internally (this is also the way it was packed in the original box). Easy oil pour into a strainer over one of the 4 corners (no valves to leak).
Cons: 1) not having the count down timer visible while it is timing -- since current temperature is always shown. It can, however, be shown with just the press of the temp/time button. 2) "At temperature" and "frying cycle complete" alarms not loud enough.
One user reported being able to see when the temp had decreased (after turning off) so the oil can be safely removed, but current temp is not shown in the off/standby mode. One has to again activate a new heating cycle temporarily.
Description of Aroma ADF-212 Smart Fry XL Digital Dual-Basket Deep Fryer
Skip the restaurant and make your favorite fried dishes at home with the sleek stainless steel Aroma Smart Fry XL. The dual-basket design lets you cook up to 4 pounds of a single dish, or cook two separate dishes side by side. With extra-large capacity, glass monitoring window and easy-to-use digital controls (includes 10 automatic settings) your meals are both simple and delicious. Includes two charcoal filters, one extra large basket and two regular frying baskets.Deep Fryers
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