On Wed, 04 Jun 2014 10:55:21 -0700, Oren wrote:

On a small deep fryer... 1 gallon / 4L.

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RTM states not to use an extension cord or use the deep fryer
outdoors. Okay, I get the safety around children, but miss why the
fryer cannot be used outdoors (under patio ) or with a short
extension cord?

No children at home or weather conditions that would cause a problem
for short term use outside and then moved back inside. The unit is
1800W 120V. Power is from a GFCI receptacle outside. UL approved
fryer.

What am I missing? I'm all ears.

I suppose if it rains into the hot oil, the oil will splatter.

But that's what the warning should say, not some all ever-present rule
against using it outdoors.

And isn't that also true when you put in chicken that has any water on
it?