Not really your typical tool, but still a man tool.....

[Pudge87]

Just bought a cooker stand to be ready for Thanksgiving. Opened it up and noticed on the very first page of the instruction manual it says "NOT for frying turkeys." Is this some type of hogwash they print on there to cover their tail or what? Will try contacting their customer service for an answer, but was just wondering if anybody on here has an answer.

Cooker in question
http://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/out...k&N=578846088&Ntt=propane+fryer+stand&Ntk=All

 

[Mohawk Dave]

getting an error on your link...

 

[Chuck122]

the cookers intended for frying have some kind of thermostat valve that limits the temperature to avoid grease fires. I am not sure how bad it would be to disregard that warning but if it is some sort of family gathering, I'd go for the turkey specific ones

 

[Pudge87]

http://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/out...k&N=578846088&Ntt=propane+fryer+stand&Ntk=All

Maybe that works better. If a built in thermostat deal is indeed what's different, I wouldn't be too worried. I keep my eye on the gauge like a hawk to be honest.

 

[Mohawk Dave]

I'm confused. What the hell does the stand have to do with the actual pot cookin the bird?

Wouldn't the t-stat have to be in the pot?

 

[Pudge87]

This is exactly why I'm confused. Why isn't the stand turkey frying approved...

 

[Givl Reggin]

No being able to see your link, I'd guess it's not large enough for a turkey... a couple of tips for turkey frying; make sure it's dry, room temperature (if possible) and don't forget the turkey displacement when filling the cooker with oil (1/3 full at most), figure on 45-60 minutes cook time.

 

[Pudge87]

Guys before this gets side tracked, cooking the bird I have covered. Done it a few times in the past. Its the STAND I purchased that says its not for turkey frying. Its got me scratching my head....

 

[Mohawk Dave]

the cookers intended for frying have some kind of thermostat valve that limits the temperature to avoid grease fires. I am not sure how bad it would be to disregard that warning but if it is some sort of family gathering, I'd go for the turkey specific ones

Hey Chuck, is the tstat in the pot? and is it tied into the valve on the stand that allows propane to enter?

B/C that is the only way I can see it would matter what you used for a stand...

 

[Sureshot]

Guys before this gets side tracked, cooking the bird I have covered. Done it a few times in the past. Its the STAND I purchased that says its not for turkey frying. Its got me scratching my head....

I think it is like buying an ATV and the manual tells you it is not for off road use and do not exceed a 15 degree incline. OK.

 

[mmack66]

Take it back and get this one:

http://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/out...-fryer-kit/pid-653507?color=Black&N=578846088

 

[neophyte]

Underwriter Laboratories tested some turkey fryers at one point and made a decision to not test any turkey fryers again. Their reason was that every design they tested was so inherently unsafe, and there was little likelihood any would ever get approved.

 

[upndown]

I think it is like buying an ATV and the manual tells you it is not for off road use and do not exceed a 15 degree incline. OK.

^^THIS^^ We do Thanksgiving at my buddies house, he owns a Cowboy Catering Co. He deep fries them and I smoke them. He uses an external deep frying thermometer and an instant read when done. The main thing is Safety, He's got a blocked off area attached to his shop with a gate, the Frier gets set in there and the gate gets locked! Now the little ones can play in the yard with no worry. Damn, mouth is watering just typing this..Enjoy and have a great Turkey day!

 

[Kingcreek]

I think the issue is the fryers tipping over.

 

[Flivver250]

I think it is specially designed for snowy owl and bald eagle cooking.

 

[Hawk]

The stand on the one you purchased looks a little flimsy and that may be the reason it is not considered as solid as the square frame.

 

[NHBandit]

Looking at the picture I'm going to guess it's because of the design of the stand being 3 bent flat steel "legs" holding the pot. Not really designed to hold alot of weight. I can see those cheesy looking legs collapsing and allowing it to tip over pretty easily with the weight of the pot and a full size turkey on it. This one looks to be ALOT more rugged. Of course it's entirely possible I'm full of **** too.. http://www.academy.com/webapp/wcs/s...27742_-1?color=Black&ICID=CRT:0267-02367-2518 Seems like Hawk & I think alike and were posting at the same time.

 

[Chuck122]

I think it is in the valve by the burner so that if oil starts burning it shuts off.
But I am not sure I just know my father had purchased a turkey approved model to cook lobster because he liked the size but it would never heat as much as regular cookers
Look in description :
http://m.homedepot.com/p/Brinkmann-...key-Fryer-with-30-qt-Pot-815-4001-S/202038907

 

[willhollin]

You guys DEEP FRY your Turkey?

 

[Pumpman1968]

Deep frying INSTANTLY seals in the birds natural juices. What comes out is not at all greasy/oily but the juiciest yardbird you will ever have!

 

[jmm]

You guys DEEP FRY your Turkey?

Seriously.

I'll admit it's not bad. But a long line of old ladies would be inclined to take switches to me if I ever mentioned such a thing. Our family roasts! It's a touchy subject.

 

[whyNick?]

I'd guess the "not for turkey frying" warning is just to keep the lawyers happy. To keep you from burning down your garage/carport/deck/house turkey fryers come with all kinds of safety devices that will shut off gas if the temperature gets too low or too high. Some even have a dead man switch that has to be pushed every so often or the gas will shut off (seriously). This keeps people from leaving them unattended. So they sell basic fryers without the safety nannies and then tell you not to use them for their intended purpose so you won't sue them if you set yourself ablaze.

I'd expect the fryer you pictured will have no problem cooking your bird, just don't burn yourself up.

And by the way, fried turkey is delicious and well worth all the "danger".

 

[Outlawmws]

I'll just stick with my Weber kettle. Never had an issue, and never had a bird not come out perfect.

Also leaves the oven available for anything else.

 

[Pudge87]

I'd guess the "not for turkey frying" warning is just to keep the lawyers happy. To keep you from burning down your garage/carport/deck/house turkey fryers come with all kinds of safety devices that will shut off gas if the temperature gets too low or too high. Some even have a dead man switch that has to be pushed every so often or the gas will shut off (seriously). This keeps people from leaving them unattended. So they sell basic fryers without the safety nannies and then tell you not to use them for their intended purpose so you won't sue them if you set yourself ablaze.

I'd expect the fryer you pictured will have no problem cooking your bird, just don't burn yourself up.

And by the way, fried turkey is delicious and well worth all the "danger".

The more I think about it, I believe your spot on. I assembled the cooker today, and water tested my bird, and I think the cooker is sturdy enough to hold it no problem. I always keep an eye on my temp, so I don't worry about having safety features.

 

[whyNick?]

Happy frying!