A deep fryer may not be considered an essential home appliance by many people, but it can be a God-send for busy people who love to eat fried food in the comfort and control of their own kitchens. Families with children will benefit from having one, which that can be used in a hurry and safely for that low-effort Friday night dinner. Home chefs will love the professional results only a deep fryer can give. So which model is right for you? Take a look at this list of top 5 deep fryers to find out which one will suit your needs and budget. This selection ranges from lowest price to highest. Kambrook KDF350 This is the cheapest, bottom of the range deep fryer on the market. It would suit people who might not fry foods all that often, but still want to have the choice to be able to deep fry in their kitchen. With a small oil capacity, this machine will only allow smaller batches to fried at one time. With the standard safety and cleaning features, this machine will do the job. Breville BDF300 At just a few dollars more, this machine has a much larger oil capacity, which will allow for more food to be fried. With a stylish brushed stainless steel exterior, this deep fryer comes with all the standard safety and useability features. Delonghi F14522 When you go above the $100 mark, you start getting products that go that extra mile and provide extra safety features and cleaning features. Cleaning is not something to be taken lightly with a deep fryer. Dirty oil and grease build up is a concern for all home fryers. This mid range machine will fry up to 1.2kg of food which means the oil capacity is quite large. It has a patented 'easy clean' system that allows for easy oil draining and collecting. Tefal Actifry FZ7000 The Tefal Actifry jumps a big way in price, however, Tefal is a very reputable brand and this machine delivers performance per cost ratio. With many great safety and cleaning features this machine is compact, requires no pre-heating and has dishwasher safe parts for easy cleaning. Birko Deep Fryer Singe 5litre This brand might not be a well-known one, but it is as close to commercial quality as you will find inhome appliances. The Birko looks great with the brushed stainless steel exterior, and works the same way as a commercial fryer with the lift and set basket. With a giant 5 litre capacity, this deep fryer can make a small job of any amount of food and would suit people who like to entertain regularly, or perhaps large families who enjoy fried meals. Birko represents the top end of the market, with this fryer coming in at three times the cost of most brands.With many of the well-known and reputable brands represented on this list, you can use this selection as a guide of the types of machines available on the market today. Ranging from the cheap to the very expensive, basic features to the highest quality construction, you will find a deep fryer here to suit your needs and budget.

Microwaves ovens use high frequency electromagnetic waves to cook the food. In a properly designed and constructed oven, these high energy waves are contained entirely within the cooking area. However if these waves were to leak out they can result in serious burns to the user. Levels of radiation above 5mW/sq.cm are considered harmful to humans. What can cause Microwaves to leak Microwaves are designed to keep all the energy within the cooking area with negligible leakage. However damage to the microwave such as broken door hinges, door catches, damaged or missing door seals or cracks or damage to the glass door can result in excessive leakage. Microwave leakage checker Microwave leakage checkers can be used for checking the level of leakage from microwave ovens. It is very important to ensure that the leakage checkers have been properly calibrated before they are used. Most leakage checkers have a display to show the level of leakage. They also have a spacer built-in to make sure it is the correct distance from the body of the microwave when the measurement is being taken. When taking measurements, it is important to try it in different orientations to check for maximum leakage. Verifying that the leakage checker is working It is good practice to do a quick check to see that the microwave leakage checker is working before a measurement is taken. This can easily be done by using a mobile phone. Just hold this against the leakage checker and make a call. The display should show a reading to indicate that it is working. This is only a quick field check and not a replacement for annual calibration. The unit must be sent back annually to the manufacturers or a reputable calibration house for this. Checking for leakage To check a microwave oven for leakage it needs to be working. A standard test will take about a minute. The easiest way to do this is to put a large bowl of water in the microwave oven and start it cooking at full power for 1 minute. Use the microwave leakage checker to scan the front glass and the door seals to check for leakage. Remember to use the checker in different orientations while looking for the highest leakage. If the result goes into the red at any time, the oven will have to be failed. If it is always in the green then everything is safe. If it is always in the orange then while this is not a fail it is a cause for concern and one should consider replacing the microwave at the earliest opportunity. Remember to check that the safety interlock works. This is verification that when the microwave is working and the door is opened the waves are switched off. Reasons for testing microwave heating power Anyone selling a used microwave oven is strongly recommended to check the heating power of microwave ovens. Many cooking recipes specify cooking times based on microwave power. If this is not being achieved in use then there is a risk of under-cooking food with the resulting risk of food poisoning. Microwave can lose power for many reasons. The microwave source could deteriorate with time, the connections to the source could become corroded or there could be a build up of food on critical parts. Carrying out a heating power test We will need a plastic measuring jug and a thermometer for this. Fill the jug with about 300 ml of water and note the temperature. Heat this in the microwave oven at full power for a whole minute. Stir the water and note the final temperature. The volume of water, the temperature rise and the heating time is used in this equation to work out the heating power of the microwave. If this is significantly different from the manufacturer's specification, then the microwave should not be sold. Equation: Microwave power (watts) = 4.2 x (Volume of water in ml) X temperature rise / time (in seconds) In summary all microwaves have to be tested for leakage with a suitably calibrated checker. A check of the safety interlock is also necessary. Used microwaves need to pass a heating power test before they are made available for sale. Seggy Segaran is an industry expert in Portable Appliance Testing. He has two books on PAT testing published and these are available on Amazon.

If you are interested in buying an authentic '70s Telecaster guitar, there are several options available to you. These include the Telecaster Deluxe and Telecaster Classic models. This vintage model features a solid body with a slimmer neck and fatter frets. It also features a Les Paul-style control layout and a hardtail Strat bridge. The Telecaster is one of the most popular electric guitars, especially among indie musicians. In the 1970s, Fender introduced new features such as a micro-tilt neck and Bullet truss rods. '70s Telecaster guitar body design The 1970s Telecaster guitar body design was one of the most recognizable guitar designs ever. It is the first solidbody guitar to come to market. The basic design is nearly identical to the original from the '50s. While the Telecaster was innovative at the time, it was also extremely functional and simple. Its simple body design and unique sound and feel made it a classic. The Telecaster body design changed in the 1970s in an effort to compete with Gibson and other top brands. The Telecaster was given two humbucking pickups, a Stratocaster-style headstock, and a hardtail Strat bridge and neck. The Telecaster grew in popularity, particularly in indie circles. In the mid-70s, a wide range of music genres were represented by Telecasters, including the blues, country, rock, and chart-pop genres. Most models now feature a flat bridge plate. The original, stamped metal bridge plate was removed. Some models came with removable chromed bridge covers, which improved shielding and prevented players from muting the strings near the bridge. This design also prevented players from using a pick near the saddles, preventing the Telecaster 'twang'. The 1970s Telecaster body design had a slightly different shape. The original shape was not as slender or wide as today's Telecasters. This design was more rounded and had a lower neck. In addition, the neck plate was thinner and the bridge was shorter. The guitar's sound was distinctive and unique. The Telecaster was often used by legendary players. For example, Jimmy Page played a psychedelic-painted Telecaster on his 1968 debut albums. The virtuoso guitarist Albert Lee was nicknamed "Mr. Telecaster". In 1971, Led Zeppelin was formed out of the ashes of the Yardbirds and Jimmy Page used a Telecaster model. In the 1970s Telecaster body design, the volume knob was placed in a convenient location. This design became the "B-bender" style for guitarists like Roy Buchananan. Also, the location of the upper strap button was advantageous for Gene Parsons' workbench. The design of the body of a Telecaster changed dramatically in the early 1970s. After decades of using heavy wood, the manufacturer began experimenting with wood that was lighter. Ash had become harder to obtain, so Fender began using lighter-weight wood. It also tried experimenting with weight-reducing routs underneath the pickguard. Another change that changed the Telecaster's shape was the addition of a single cutaway on the treble side. In addition to this, the Fender Smuggler's Tele was known for its concealment. After the introduction of humbuckers, the Telecaster body design changed again. Before humbuckers, Telecasters were equipped with single-coil pickups. The humbuckers added a new dimension to the Tele's sound and brought it into line with the other humbucking competitors. Today, Telecasters with humbuckers have a richer tone, making them great for playing jazz fusion and heavier rock. The Telecaster was a staple of popular music during the 1970s. It was an instrumental instrument that helped propel the rise of electric blues, funk, rock and roll. It was also a staple of the country music scene. Its versatility helped to make it the instrument of choice for guitarists of all styles. The Telecaster was one of the first electric guitars to be produced. This guitar was widely used by U.S. and British musicians alike. By the 1980s, the company was changing rapidly, and the Telecaster was one of the most popular electric guitars. The original Telecaster was used by seasoned pros and inventive newcomers alike. '70s Telecaster neck pickup Tele neck pickups were introduced late in the design process of the Telecaster. The first prototypes used a single pickup on the bridge, similar to a lap steel pickup. However, Fender quickly changed the design to a smaller, more compact neck pickup with a narrower coil. It also had a plated metal cover and was screwed into the guitar body, instead of being suspended from the pickguard. The bridge cover was also removed to conceal the neck pickup. If you're concerned about the pickup's treble roll-off, you can snip the wire in order to improve its clarity and add some buzzing to the sound. Additionally, the composition of the pickup cover can affect the sound it produces. Thin nickel silver or brass covers have the least amount of treble roll-off. The telecaster neck pickup has a vintage feel to it. It has a unique look and feel, and a warm tone. The tonerider TRT1 Vintage Plus Tele Neck pickup is nickel and FREE in the USA. The tone it gives is unmatched. It is the neck pickup of choice for the Custom Shop. The original wiring for the neck pickup of a Telecaster is based on the Esquire model. Since this guitar has a small coil, the wiring scheme for this pickup is similar to the wiring in an Esquire guitar. This means that it is easier to make adjustments to the pickup when you're playing acoustically. The Fralin Vintage Hot Tele Neck Pickup is a faithful replica of a vintage Tele neck pickup. The pickup is wound with 43 gauge plain enamel wire to mimic the original pickup. Its Alnico V rod magnets produce a richer tone than Alnico IIIs. Additionally, the neck pickup features a hybrid stagger, which gives it a balanced output on the D-string. Another pickup designed for the '50s Telecaster is the Pure Vintage '54 Tele. Its vintage voice combines warm low mids and airy highs with a distinctive Telecaster twang. It also has period correct magnets, which are hand ground for maximum performance. This pickup has a clear and distinct sound and is great for rhythm playing.

A tube guitar amp works with a bias voltage. This voltage is the difference between the cathode and the grid of a tube. By altering this voltage, you can control the operating point of a tube. This understanding is key to tube overdrive. You'll need to understand this voltage and how it relates to the signal. Class A The term "class A" is commonly used in advertisements for new guitar amps, but it's not always accurate. The term is a common misnomer, often used to mislead guitarists into believing that the product is higher quality than it really is. There are many different factors that determine whether or not an amp is classified as a Class A, and these are discussed in the following sections. An essential characteristic of a true class-A tube guitar amp is its ability to run cool. This feature is crucial for producing high power without creating too much distortion. A true class-A amp will never sag or shut off completely. A typical Class-A guitar amp can run for several years before the power supply needs replacing. A Class-A guitar amplifier's tone can be influenced by a number of factors. The type of speaker that's used, for example, can determine how loud an amp sounds. The Jensen P10T speaker is a classic example of this, offering a powerful and dynamic sound. The cabinet's bass response is full and deep and the transition from clean tone to full tube saturation is smooth. A slight tremolo effect is evident during the transition from clean to overdrive, and the tremolo is most noticeable when played at slower speeds. While vacuum tubes tend to wear out naturally, it is important to know how to recognize the signs of a bad vacuum tube. Some signs of a bad vacuum tube include: an excessive amount of bass or low-quality sound, and discoloration of the valve glass cover. EL34 An EL34 tube is a vintage design found in many guitar amplifiers. It has five elements, and is distinguished by its higher headroom and higher midrange. Its sound is versatile and well suited for a variety of styles, from blues to country to rock and metal. This tube is also known as the "American tone" and is perfect for both clean and high gain tones. The most famous EL34 tube guitar amps were Marshall models, but many other companies have used this type of tube. EL34 tubes are often substituted with KT77 or 6CA7 tubes, which have similar pin-outs. If you're unsure of which to use, check the user's manual to see which one is best for you. An EL34 tube is an ideal choice for many guitar amps, as it produces an even tone and high volume. Several manufacturers of EL34 tubes produce variations that are largely a matter of personal preference. Some are designed to reproduce the sound of certain tone types, while others have an entirely different sound. A tube can be classified as an analogue or digital. For example, an EL34 tube is an ideal choice for a guitar amp with a high-quality digital signal processor. A guitar amplifier with a 6CA7 tube will have a more aggressive sound than an EL34, which has a clear midrange. Marshall If you're looking for an incredibly rich and authentic guitar sound, a Marshall tube amp may be the right choice for you. This legendary brand of amplifiers first gained a reputation among blues guitarists in the early '60s. Players such as Eric Clapton and Pete Townshend endorsed Marshall amps, and they have remained a favorite of blues players ever since. This legendary amp is available in head and combo models. Both come with a 3-band EQ for versatility, as well as a presence control that allows you to tweak the top end. There's also a tilt control for blending the two preamp voicings, and a power switch. Whether you're looking for a single-channel or a dual-channel setup, the Marshall MG15 combo amp has an 8-inch Celestion speaker and 15-watt power. It's not the most powerful tube guitar amp, but it's enough for home and rehearsal situations. The amp also comes with a convenient MIDI connection, which means you can plug in your mobile phone or a USB cable to play along with your recording equipment. If you want to own a Marshall tube guitar amp, you can look for used ones at Music Go Round Colorado Springs. The head of a used amp is already tested and inspected for any signs of wear and tear. Whether you need a new amp to play your favorite songs, or you are interested in owning a classic amp from the golden age of rock music, the Marshall line has something for everyone. Vox A Vox tube guitar amp delivers a warm and punchy sound. The VX-I model delivers 15 watts of power and the VX-II offers up to 30 watts. Both can be loud enough for playing with a drummer or for a small gig. Both are rated for a low price and have plenty of features. Vox was started by guitarist Dick Denny, who was looking for a guitar amp with enough volume, sustain, and power to be heard in larger venues. In the early 60s, rock n' roll had started sweeping the world and the company needed to meet the demand. This led to the development of the AC30 amp, which had 4 inputs and two channels, including Normal and Vibrato. The AC30CH uses four EL84 power tubes in the power section and three 12AX7 tubes for the preamp. This combo amp has a 16-ohm output jack and an external speaker jack. The AC30CH has an extra output jack for running through a 16-ohm cabinet. Vox is a popular brand that dates back to the 1950s. It has a legendary status and is synonymous with the British invasion music movement. Since then, it has evolved into a global icon. Just about every famous musician has used a Vox amp. The Beatles, The Stone Temple Pilots, Paul Weller, and Hank Marvin are the obvious names. You can even find a couple of surprising bands using Vox amps today. Orange Orange amps are known for their versatility and sound. They're built to last and are a great option for any genre of music. Even if you're a beginner, there's an Orange tube guitar amp that will suit you. You can choose from beginner-friendly models like the Rocker 15 or upgrade to a professional model like the Rockerverb for high gain. Orange amps are also known for being simple to use and don't have any crazy features. Their streamlined design allows you to get the sound you're looking for without sacrificing tone. In fact, many guitarists find the lack of complicated controls to be more appealing. Luckily, most Orange amps have just a few basic controls. Orange amps have gained popularity with musicians who play with high gain. Artists such as Stevie Wonder and John McVie from Fleetwood Mac use Orange amps. You can achieve any tone you want with an Orange guitar amp. The Orange MK Ultra is perfect for blues and rock. It's also great for metal. Another unique feature of Orange amplifiers is their speaker cabinets. The PPC series features three different speaker cabinets: the PPC112, PPC212, and PPC412. These speaker cabinets are all constructed from high-grade Baltic birch ply, and are made to complement the amps with which they're paired. Stage Right Although modern solid state and modeling amplifiers offer a wide array of tones and effects, most guitar players prefer a tube amp for its organic sound and warm, round tone. The SB20 head and SB12 combo amp from Stage Right deliver the classic tube tone and organic distortion that most players crave. Stage Right amps are perfect for guitar enthusiasts looking for a classic high gain tube tone. These amps deliver plenty of power for gigs, but are also great for playing at low volumes. The SB20 head comes with a two-piece 2x12 cabinet for maximum tonal flexibility. It also features a footswitch input for easy access to different tones. It also boasts a range of tonal controls, including effects send and return. The SB20 head is also a great choice for those who want a high gain tube guitar amp. Its dual EL84 tubes produce rich, full tones that are warm and full-bodied. The SB12 combo amp adds a reverb feature and a three-band EQ section for a rich, organic sound.