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Thread Number: 81744
/ Tag: Small Appliances
Is It Possible To Adjust the Thermostat on Waring Pro Deep Fryer? |
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Post# 1057556 1/14/2020 at 12:48 (1,563 days old) by gredmondson  (San Francisco, California 94117 USA) |
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I have a 4 quart oil capacity Waring Pro Deep Fryer. Just like two other deep fryers I tried, even though the fryer will indicate that it is up to the selected temperature, it is far short by a deep frying thermometer that I know is correct. For example, if I set the fryer at 375 F, and the ready light comes on, the oil is really about 345 F. I moved the smaller thermostat from where it was attached touching the heating element to between (and not touching) the middle of the heating element, but that seems to have done nothing. I suppose the middle prong coming from the unit is also a thermostat. I think this deep fryer has two thermostats, one for selecting a temperature, and the other for a top temperature cut off. I don't know which one is the culprit.
There are screws in the back of the heating element unit, but I have not looked inside. Do any of you have advice on how I might adjust the thermostat t get it to heat to 375F? | ||
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Post# 1057565 , Reply# 1 1/14/2020 at 14:19 (1,563 days old) by Launderess (Quiet Please, There´s a Lady on Stage) |
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It may not be possible
If no one here can help, try searching online for a service manual or something.
Virtually all heating small appliances from irons on down have had their temps "dumbed down" over years. This in response to complaints, legal action (or threats/fears of), along with various safety regulations (UL, etc...). Don't deep fry much of anything nowadays, but when urge strikes always use a vintage appliance from my stash. Long ago found modern units useless as they either do not reach proper temp, but have slow to nil recovery after food is immersed. In end you end up with grease laden food instead of crisp. Quite honestly since nabbing a huge cast iron "chicken fryer" skillet at a thrift shop for little money, that has been my go to choice for deep frying. Yes, things can be messy, but results are so delicious. | ||
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Post# 1057606 , Reply# 3 1/14/2020 at 19:04 (1,562 days old) by bradfordwhite (central U.S.) |
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Post# 1057637 , Reply# 4 1/15/2020 at 06:28 (1,562 days old) by gredmondson (San Francisco, California 94117 USA) |
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Post# 1057638 , Reply# 5 1/15/2020 at 06:52 (1,562 days old) by ozzie908 (Lincoln UK) |
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Double dip is the best way | ||
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Post# 1057660 , Reply# 6 1/15/2020 at 14:02 (1,562 days old) by gredmondson (San Francisco, California 94117 USA) |
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I have tried the double frying method, and also sprinkling the potatoes with a little cornstarch. The cornstarch was more effective than the double frying for me. Maybe I should limit the time I soak the cut potatoes in cold water.
I have to say, though, that even though I would like the fries crisper, they are still delicious. | ||
| Post# 1057668 , Reply# 7 1/15/2020 at 15:07 (1,562 days old) by fan-of-fans (Florida) | ||
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Eliminating the high limit thermostat could be very dangerous. If the unit or main thermostat malfunctions, you could have a fire. | ||
| Post# 1057670 , Reply# 8 1/15/2020 at 15:09 (1,562 days old) by fan-of-fans (Florida) | ||
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I'd second the idea of trying to adjust the position of the thermostat bulb. I think the issue with a lot of these style fryers is that while they try to emulate the commercial fryer design, there just is not enough current at 120 volts to allow the oil to heat fast enough. | ||
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Post# 1057680 , Reply# 10 1/15/2020 at 16:22 (1,562 days old) by bradfordwhite (central U.S.) |
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Since it seems to be heating, but is off by 30 degrees, can't you just adjust the electronic control to add the 30 making it 405 degrees.
Test the oil with a thermometer and make sure its the right temp. In my corn popper, there is no adjustment of a thermostat. It just heats up all the way for the few minutes it takes to make the corn. I had an over heat sensor but like I said it was cutting out too soon. In your case, it may be the thermostat and since it's electronic just adding the 30 degrees might be the easiest. Now I'm hungry for popcorn. lol. I think I'll make some. | ||
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Post# 1057690 , Reply# 11 1/15/2020 at 16:45 (1,562 days old) by bradfordwhite (central U.S.) |
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waaa-laaa!
How long did that take me?
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Post# 1057703 , Reply# 12 1/15/2020 at 18:52 (1,561 days old) by gredmondson (San Francisco, California 94117 USA) |
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The maximum temperature that I can set it for is 375 F. I have had two other deep fryers, and that was also the maximum temperature for those fryers, too. So I cannot set it to 405 F. But, I am glad to know that the center rod is m,ost likely the temperature control thermostat. I have the instructions that came with it, but there is nothing about adjusting the thermostat. | ||
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Post# 1057704 , Reply# 13 1/15/2020 at 18:54 (1,561 days old) by bradfordwhite (central U.S.) |
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Post# 1057751 , Reply# 14 1/16/2020 at 01:49 (1,561 days old) by gredmondson (San Francisco, California 94117 USA) |
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Post# 1057752 , Reply# 15 1/16/2020 at 02:50 (1,561 days old) by Launderess (Quiet Please, There´s a Lady on Stage) |
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@ 1800 watts
Even with only 120v power that Waring unit should be more than capable of reaching and maintaining 375F to even 400F. Vintage deep fryers did so and they usually topped out at 1100 watts to 1500 watts.
As with vintage irons, ironers, and other appliances with heating elements temperature is likely controlled by thermostat. That is unit will continue drawing power until whatever preset (and selected) temp is reached. An electric clothes iron at 900 watts of power can scorch things just as easily as 1100 watts. Service manual would probably be a better choice for information regarding set temps and recovery time. Would reach out to Waring customer service and explain the issue. Tell them unit isn't performing as sold or advertised. Bringing this back on home, we know from posts here and elsewhere that many washing machines with heaters do not reach set temp. That is if you want "140F", machine stops heating at far lower temp. | ||
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Post# 1057830 , Reply# 16 1/16/2020 at 19:45 (1,560 days old) by bradfordwhite (central U.S.) |
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That's all I've got. | ||
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Post# 1059273 , Reply# 17 1/31/2020 at 08:33 (1,546 days old) by ozzie908 (Lincoln UK) |
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Heres a thought | ||
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