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Does the basket sit on top of the heating element?

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No. You place the basket in the fryer. There should be a place to set the handle when the basket is in the oil.

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How do I put the handle on the basket?

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Most fry basket handles have a piece of metal that you slide away from the basket so that the handle may be squeezed to fit into the metal tabs on the basket. After fitting the handle into the metal tabs, slide the metal piece towards the basket to secure the handle so that the handle does not release during use.

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Do I pour the oil over the heating element?

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No! Don't put any oil over the heating element. You can cause a fire.

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Do I need to use the lid when frying?

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Yes. This reduces the chances of oil getting everywhere and makes cleaning up easier.

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Can I cook popcorn using the deep frier?

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No. Dry, hot air is better, and less likely to make your popcorn turn out soaked in oil (and gross).

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When cooking fish in a fryer, is it better to have the basket in the oil and drop the fish in the basket, or put the fish in the basket and lower the basket into the oil?

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I have always left the basket in the oil and then put the fish in, but make sure you gently lower the fish in so you don't splash oil everywhere.

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Can metal utensils be used in a deep fryer?

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Most metals are safe for use in a deep fryer, except for tungsten.

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