Question 1

How many oil re-use cycles is recommended? I know there comes a time when the oil goes bad, gets overloaded with flavors from previous cookings, etc.

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Much depends on how much it is used.   Rather than worry about the cycles, watch for the foam on top, any smoking at the temp you commonly used, dark coloring.  For more info on oils,I would suggest this site. www.crispyandgolden.com/deep-fryer-oil/  for info.  A nice oil comparison chart is here: https://eatingrules.com/Cooking-Oil-Comparison-Chart_02-22-12.pdf

Question 2

Can you leave the plastic oil container in while frying?

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Absolutely!  You must have a good size fridge!  I empty into plastic and put it in my utility room (washer/dryer room) and it lasts a long time.  This last go round I did NOT strain it but left it in pan and fried 3 batches of wings over 3 weeks and it was really quite dark.  I will always strain it now....was just lazy.  I use peanut oil.

Question 3

The oil filter it self, does it need to be replaced or cleaned?

Accepted Answer

The filter is a built in wire mesh type and doesn't need to be replaced as far as I can tell.  The only part that may need to be replaced at some point is the rubber seal around it.  Hope that helps.  I've been using mine for a few months and absolutely love it.  The best part of this fryer is the filter system and how you can drain your oil and store it in the plastic container until you need it again.  It makes for cleaning and replacing the oil a breeze.

Question 4

Is it easy to clean?

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Yes it is very easy to clean. The reservoir alone with the heating element lifts out of the unit, that makes it a snape clean.

ASIN	B00NQ7QFGM
Best Sellers Rank	#270,499 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #299 in Deep Fryers
Brand Name	Tefal
Color	Silver
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (18,402)
Included Components	Deep Fryer , basket, warranty, instructions
Item Dimensions D x W x H	46.5D x 34.8W x 37.6H centimeters
Item Weight	5.6 Kilograms
Manufacturer	Groupe SEB
Material	Stainless Steel
Model Name	FR8000
Model Number	FR702D51
Number of Items	1
Oil Capacity	3.5 Liters
Part Number	7211002145
UPC	725407159631 010942218326 791769557774
Unit Count	1.2 Kilograms
Wattage	1700.0

Tefal Deep Fryer with Basket Single Basket Fryer Silver 7211002145

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