Automatic lifting and lowering mechanism for deep fryers
US4031820A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 13, 1976 |
| Grant date | Jun 28, 1977 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 1996 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47J36/38
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention converts an open top deep fryer into an automatic device in which the foodstuff to be fried is lowered into the frying fat, retained there for a predetermined pre-set time and then automatically raised out of the fat for use. The mechanism in one form of the invention includes a cover for preventing any of the fumes from the fat from escaping to the atmosphere. A blower and washer are provided for drawing off the cooking fumes and passing them through a water spray for cleaning both fats and odor therefrom before releasing the air to the atmosphere. Both cooking trays and baskets are provided so as to permit the cooking of all types of deep fat fried foods.
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