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    NFPA And ABA Discourage Use Of Turkey Fryers, Citing Burns, Fires

    Quincy, MA - As preparations for Thanksgiving get underway in American homes, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the American Burn Association (ABA) discourage consumers from using turkey fryers to prepare holiday meals because of the risk of injuries and fires associated with these unique devices.

    Tests have shown that many of the fryers have a risk of tipping over, overheating, or spilling hot oil, leading to fires and burns. This deep-frying cooking process requires that up to five gallons of oil be heated to high temperatures before lowering the turkey into the device.

    Although frying substantially cuts down on cooking time, and some believe fried turkey tastes better, there are alternatives for consumers using these fryers. If you prefer fried turkey, the organizations urge you to seek out commercial professionals to prepare your entree. Fried turkeys can be ordered from some supermarkets and restaurants during the holiday season.

    Consumers may find turkey fryer packaging displaying independent product safety-testing labels. However, in some instances, these certifications do not apply to the entire device, but only to a single component, such as the hose.

    NFPA and ABA consider turkey fryers dangerous because:

    When the turkey is placed in the hot oil, oil may spill onto the burner, creating a fire.

    The units can tip over, spilling hot, scalding oil onto anyone or anything nearby.

    Some units do not have automatic thermostat controls to regulate the temperature of the oil, so oil may heat to the point of boiling over and catching fire.

    The sides, lids, and handles can get extremely hot and may cause burns.

    "Every holiday season, burn centers in the United States admit and treat people burned while deep frying turkeys," said Dr. David Barillo, a burn surgeon and chair of the ABA Burn Prevention Committee. "In some cases, the burn victims are children who run into the fryers while playing nearby. Splattering can occur when a 20-pound frozen turkey is added to five gallons of boiling oil."

    "Turkey fryers are far too risky for consumers," said James M. Shannon, NFPA president. "As safety organizations, we are concerned about the dangers of this product, which is like no other cooking appliance. Gallons of oil heated in excess of 350 degrees Fahrenheit can quickly ignite if something goes wrong, and house and garage fires have been started from using them."

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    I like em both ways, some say deep fried turkeys taste better but to get the taste this Thanksgiving you may risk starting a fire.

    Most Americans will cook their turkey the traditional way, in the oven. But about 20 percent say they will fry them this year! Deep frying is the southern secret to turkey success but safety experts warn it could be dangerous.

    Take your eye off a turkey in a deep fryer and you could have a huge fire on your hands. Something similar happened to Northbrook firefighter Jeff Harris.

    The fire cost Harris $25,000 in damage. Makers say they are designed to be safe.

    John McLemore of Masterbuilt Outdoor Products said, “It's no more dangerous to cook with a turkey fryer than it is to cook with oil on your stove.”

    At Mike Ditka's Restaurant Executive Chef Tom Kenny uses a professional fryer. He says safety starts with preparation, namely drying the turkey before it hits the fryer.

    “Any of the liquid when you drop it inside the deep fryer is going to boil and it could boil over and ignite the flames down below,” said Kenny.

    Some other rules: Keep it on a flat surface so it won't tip. Use the fryer at a safe distance from your house, never in a garage or on a wooden deck.

    If you carefully read the directions, follow them closely. Don't put in too much oil. Lower the turkey in slowly take the turkey out slowly. I think you can get a great deep fried turkey in your backyard.

    Experts say cooking time is five minutes for every pound. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees when it's done. And remember if the turkey fryer does catch fire, don't try to put it out with water. And do not attempt to extinguish it. Call 911 immediately.

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    Jon, The industry is losing a fine example of what others should aspire to become. Your peers and your customers and even us lowlife greasers too will miss you and I hope we stay in contact even if you want to move to Seattle (very wet place). I am in Seattle and Shoreline Washington from time to time and if that is where you go, I will expect an invite for the next time I am there!

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    800 & 2000 what a year? jobs? hours? square feet?

    Is the money for equipment? or?

    If equipment, lease it all you have is a small monthly bill, and most states will allow a write off and depreciation on equipment leases. Easy to qualify, easy to start easy payments usually short term (less than 3 years)

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