DeLonghi D24527DZ Dual Zone 3-Pound-Capacity Deep Fryer

DeLonghi D24527DZ Dual Zone 3-Pound-Capacity Deep Fryer

Best Fryer for a family of 2 or more! It 's Incredible!
I bought this fryer mainly because of its capacity, we're a family of 4, and because I heard good things about it. I am so glad I did! This fryer cooks 3 pounds of food perfectly! I made a ton of homemade potato chips tonight. This fryer is easy to use and easy to clean, and, as a bonus, it's easy to drain so you can save your oil.

When I was a teenager I worked at Burger King, and cooking with this fryer made me feel like I was at the fry station again (not that I want to relive that feeling). But, really, it has an actual basket that lowers into the hot oil and it has a place to set the basket so when your food is done it drains properly.

My Chinese chicken and broccoli has never tasted so good! This fryer is a gem.

If you like to cook and want to cut down your cooking time on foods such as french fries, chicken, fish for tacos etc..., then this is definitely a purchase to make. Amazon has free shipping on this fryer which is why I bought it from...

Had no problems standing up to our Seafood Feast
My family and I celebrate Thanksgiving with a large seafood feast. Much of it is fried, and we need a LOT because everyone loves it. Traditionally, I have been the one camped outside in whatever weather happened to be around that year, frying up the large batches in my turkey fryer. While the adventure was always fun, monitoring temperature through multiple batches was difficult, and cleanup was always a nightmare. This year, we decided to try something that would keep me inside and possibly ease the cleanup effort. This fryer seems to be the answer.

First, I should say that I only give 5 stars when I can't think of a way to improve a product, so don't let the 4 stars color your impression. This fryer did everything I needed with no hassle. We were able to to fry up over 4 lbs of shrimp, 1 pint and a half of oysters, over 2 lbs of scallops, 4 soft shell crabs, and 3 large catfish fillets. I used smaller batches since this was my first time using the fryer, so it...

Decent, but a little pricey
Received this as a gift for Christmas '08. Have used it at least 8 times so far, and have had no problems with the function or electronics or anything. It does cook well, and it is nice and easy to clean once you have the oil drained (just throw most of it into the dishwasher!). However, one of the reasons that I requested this fryer was for the draining system, and I am pretty disappointed in it. I was hoping for something a little more sophisticated then just a simple valve that opens, like maybe a built-in filter and a reservoir to hold the oil.

If you want to drain the oil, you have to first find a nice container to use to store the oil in. Then you have to try and hold this container up to the valve, along with a strainer or other filter to keep the oil clean, and I found you also need a funnel to keep the oil from running all over the place. While holding all of these items under the valve, you then have to try and open the valve. Once most of the oil has...

Enjoy crispier and tastier food with the De'Longhi Dual Zone 3.0 lb Deep Fryer. The extra large capacity makes feeding the entire family a snap. You can avoid lingering odors with the unique dual zone technology, which provides a cool zone of oil to catch fallen pieces and prevents them from burning. The patented easy clean draining system helps combat the dreaded messy oil cleanup afterwards; simply pull out the hose stored in the front of the fryer and drain the oil. The permanent stainless steel filter, removable heating element and dishwasher safe parts will also help with the easy cleanup and odor protection. If your kids like to help with the cooking you can feel safe using the fryer with them around because of the magnetic cord that easily detaches from the fryer if accidentally pulled. For added safety, the patented condensation shield prevents oil from dripping onto the cord connection. For perfectly fried food every time, use the precise digital timer and digital adjustable thermostat. Other highlights include windowed lid and outer cool touch handle.

Feed the whole family with the DeLonghi Dual Zone Deep Fryer. Enjoy tasty fried food every time with the "cool zone" of oil located beneath the heating element, which prevents fallen food from burning. Fry up to 3 pounds of food just the way you like with the digital adjustable thermostat and indicator light. And cleanup is quick and simple with the removable, dishwasher-safe bowl, frying basket and lid.

Enjoy tasty fried food with the Dual Zone Deep Fryer. View large

3-pound capacity allows for plenty of leftovers

Built-in timer helps to prevent over-frying

Patented oil drain system makes clean up a breeze

Large 3-Pound Capacity

A roomy 3-pound basket capacity lets you feed the whole family. Cook fries, fried chicken, cheese sticks, and more, with plenty for leftovers.

Dual Zone Technology

Enjoy delicious fried food every time with a cooling zone beneath the fryer's heating element that prevents fallen food from burning, which reduces kitchen odor and helps keep the oil clean.

Adjustable Thermostat

Fry your favorite foods the way you like them with the digital adjustable thermostat with an indicator light. The temperature can be set between 300 and 370 degrees.

Digital Timer

Don't worry about over-frying; just set the built-in digital timer and the alarm will go off to remind you to check your food.

Patented Easy Clean Oil Drain System

No longer deal with messy, hot oil. Simply pull out the hose stored in the front of the fryer and drain the oil.

Dishwasher Safe Parts

Cleanup is a snap with removable bowl, frying basket, and lid. Each part is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.

Magnetic, Detachable Cord

Feel safe using the fryer with children or pets around with the detachable cord. The magnetic cord easily detaches from the fryer if accidentally pulled.

Stainless Steel Filter

Keep the odor and oil vapors from lingering in your kitchen with the permanent stainless steel filter.

Condensation Shield

Prevent oil from dripping onto the cord connection with the patented condensation safety shield.

Cool Touch Handle

Monitor the cooking process safely with the windowed lid and cool-touch handle.

Technical Specifications

• Food Capacity: 3 lbs
• Oil Capacity: 4 liters
• Input Power: 1500 watts
• Control System: Digital control panel
• Basket: Rectangular
• Filter: Stainless steel, permanent

• Feed the whole family with the large 3 lb food capacity
• Cool zone of oil located beneath the heating element prevents fallen food from burning, which reduces the odor and keeps oil clean
• Patented easy clean oil draining system - simply pull out the hose stored in the front of the fryer and drain the oil.
• Adjustable thermostat and indicator light; the temperature can be set between 300 and 370 degrees
• Don't worry about over-frying, just set the digital timer and the alarm will go off to remind you to check the food