Delonghi Multifry
The Delonghi Multifry is a combination countertop convection oven / hot air fryer / self-stirring cooking pot. Essentially, you transform it from countertop convection oven to stir-stirring cooking pot by inserting its paddle.
As of fall 2014, being sold in the UK but not yet in North America.
Main model differences
As of fall 2014, there are three models that vary slightly from each other.
Young FH1130 model: Lid is solid with a viewing window, capacity of 1.5 kg, no adjustable temperature.
Classic FH1163 model: Lid is completely transparent, capacity of 1.5 kg, adjustable temperature, additional lower heating element
Extra FH1363: Lid is completely transparent, capacity of 1.7 kg, adjustable temperature, additional lower heating element
Extra Chef FH1394: Lid is completely transparent, capacity of 1.7 kg, no adjustable temperature, additional lower heating element
Specs
Heat: Upper heating element in the machine’s upper arm. Classic FH1163 and Extra FH1363 models also have additional lower heating element.
Fan: Convection fan (Delonghi calls it their “Surround Heating System.”)
Dimensions: varies a bit by model, but approx 400mm (W) x 325mm (D) x 300mm (H)
Capacity: 1.5 kg for Young FH1130 and Classic FH1163 models; 1.7 kg for Extra FH1363 model.
Watts: 1400 (lower heating element on Classic and Extra models is 200 watts)
Temperature: 4 settings on on Classic and Extra models. The “Young” model doesn’t have temperature control, you just control cooking time instead.
Timer: Digital. Does not turn machine off upon completion. You can detach the timer and carry it around the house with you.
Runs at 220/240~50/60 in Europe
Warranty: 1 year
Other: Off/On switch at front controls upper heating element. The lower heating element (the Classic and Extra models) has its own on / off button at the front. Many users report that they find the machine very loud when in operation.
Notes
- No need to preheat before beginning cooking;
- Users say that for each minute you want to add to the timer, you have to repeatedly press it;
- Pan has non-stick ceramic coating on it;
- Lid, paddle and bowl are removable for cleaning and are dishwasher-safe;
- You can add liquids (for risotto, etc) just respect maximum fill level.
Paddle notes
- When you switch on the oven with the paddle in, the paddle won’t start moving right away, rather, it waits a bit for the food to start cooking before starting stirring [1] info as per blogger Sarah Hartley at https://www.foodiesarah.com/13/paddling-with-asparagus/ . Also the user manual does say, though it’s buried: “Please note: To guarantee best results, the paddle begins to turn a few minutes after cooking begins.”;
- Paddle continues moving when lid is lifted.
Company
Name: Delonghi
Web: https://www.delonghi.com
Manufacturer’s Product Page: https://www.delonghi.com/en-gb/products/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/low-oil-fryer-and-multicooker
Facebook North America
Facebook Germany
Facebook Australia
Booklets
Manual: Yes. Here is a manual for models FH1163 and FH1363. Here is the manual for the FH1130 model.
Recipe book: 12 recipes for Multifry PDF. Also Look for Multifry recipe app on Apple and Android stores.
Recipes on manufacturer’s web site: https://www.delonghi.com/en-int/products/kitchen/recipes/multifry-recipes
Temperatures
The Delonghi Multifry offers temperature settings of 1 to 4. The manual won’t tell you which temperatures these numbers actually represent. We found this information on Amazon: [2]Amazon review by Diane Kistner, 10 May 2016. Accessed Sept 2018 at
https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R1B8776ZI1SX52/ “So I have persisted in trying to ferret out temperature settings for the MultiFry. After an extremely frustrating time trying to find the information on the De’Longhi website, reading even more reviews, and waiting many days for a response to my emails (only to be told I’d emailed the wrong place), I broke down and called them to explain why not knowing the actual temperature ranges of the dial numbers is problematic. The person I spoke to (at the U.S. site) did have to put me on hold for a while, but she managed to come back to me with some real honest-to-goodness numbers. She stressed that these temperatures are not precisely exact but do reflect an estimated temperature for each setting. (I didn’t ask her if temps were in F or C, but it has to be F.) 1 = 300 degrees / 2 = 340 degrees / 3 = 360 degrees / 4 = 370 degrees. As always, the way the food cooks in the MultiFry will depend on whether or not the bottom burner is turned on, and this is something you just have to play with.”
1 = 150 C / 300 F
2 = 170 C / 340 F
3 = 180 C / 360 F
4 = 185 C / 370 F
Apps
- Recipe app for android
- Recipe app for Apple devices (UK English)
- Recipe app for Apple devices (Dutch)
- Recipe app for Apple devices (French)
- Recipe app for Apple devices (German)
- Recipe app for Apple devices (Italian)
Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yuf-Nc8FPDE
Young FH1130 model of the multifry. Note the solid lid and absence of temperature control
Classic FH1163 model of multifry. Yellow temperature control at top; transparent lid.
Extra FH1163 model of multifry. Yellow temperature control at top; transparent lid.
Pan with attached handle; paddle, and lid which goes around the upper arm with heat element in it.
Sources
Hartley, Sarah. Delonghi Multifry reviews. June 2014.
Parissi, Lucy. Grown up fish fingers #MultifryChallenge. 30 July 2014. Accessed October 2014.
Trivuncic, Sarah. Delonghi Multifry Multicooker Video Review: chips with everything. Accessed October 2014.
Which Magazine. DeLonghi Multifry Classic FH1163 review. Accessed October 2014.
References
| ↑1 | info as per blogger Sarah Hartley at https://www.foodiesarah.com/13/paddling-with-asparagus/ |
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| ↑2 | Amazon review by Diane Kistner, 10 May 2016. Accessed Sept 2018 at https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R1B8776ZI1SX52/ “So I have persisted in trying to ferret out temperature settings for the MultiFry. After an extremely frustrating time trying to find the information on the De’Longhi website, reading even more reviews, and waiting many days for a response to my emails (only to be told I’d emailed the wrong place), I broke down and called them to explain why not knowing the actual temperature ranges of the dial numbers is problematic. The person I spoke to (at the U.S. site) did have to put me on hold for a while, but she managed to come back to me with some real honest-to-goodness numbers. She stressed that these temperatures are not precisely exact but do reflect an estimated temperature for each setting. (I didn’t ask her if temps were in F or C, but it has to be F.) 1 = 300 degrees / 2 = 340 degrees / 3 = 360 degrees / 4 = 370 degrees. As always, the way the food cooks in the MultiFry will depend on whether or not the bottom burner is turned on, and this is something you just have to play with.” |
My son just bought me a FH1130 cooker I have followed instructions and turned it on but the paddle wont turn. I have tried several times it says in book that’s all I need to do so is there a long delay?
There is supposed to be a delay before the paddle starts moving. This blogger https://www.foodiesarah.com/13/paddling-with-asparagus/ says, “I was a bit worried when I switched on the oven that something had gone wrong as the paddle didn’t move but it seems it clicks into action as the food starts to cook rather than wasting its efforts on the raw ingredients at the start.”
Let us know if that indeed turns out to be true in your case, Pauline. Thanks.
We have exactly the same problem as Pauline above, when we switch the Multifry on the paddle absolutely refuses to turn, even after waiting for a couple of minutes.
Please advise.
We never heard back from Pauline, so we don’t know what ended up happening. You may need to phone Delonghi or try to get their attention via their Facebook page. We’d love to know how this progresses as you are the second person now to report this…
My guarantee has just run out went to use multicooker to cook some chips but it will not heat up at all what has happened . how do ifix it
That’s rotten luck! You didn’t say which country you are in. If you are in North America, you may wish to reach out to them via their Facebook page to get some direction from them. https://www.facebook.com/DeLonghi-North-America-352122574876218/?nr
Hi Anita,
Even though your warranty has lapsed, if you are in a country like Australia, we have something called ‘Statutory Warranty’ which is written into law.
Essentially it states that even though a company may only give you a one-year warranty on their products, you are still entitled to a repair/replacement if it is reasonable to expect that the product should still be serviceable. For example, most people would expect that their refrigerator would last about 5-10 years. The company must make a reasonable effort to keep their product free from defect for that period.
Try contacting Delonghi and explaining to them that although your warranty has just expired, you would like them to repair the fryer for you.
Anita, what country are you in?
DeLonghi Multifry FH1363. Have it 16 months, and not gotten much use out of it, but was using during the week, and started fine, but very quickly noticed that the machine noise changed. Not long after, the motor stopped working. The element on the bottom still heats up, but no movement otherwise. Is this something that can be fixed easily (cheaply). Have contacted DeLonghi, but as its a Saturday, noone working today….
Thanks, J
Hi Jo, try their facebook page (links above) maybe? We’ll post this, and hope that someone else has encountered the same issue and knows what is up ….
I have a fh1394 multi fryer. One recipe tells me to set it on POT setting, but I don’t know what/where that is. Can you help me please?
Hi, I am really interested in it, but I’m not sure about the paddel, could you tell me what is the material of paddle?
Might be best to ask Delonghi direct on their Facebook page, Mary.
Why this fryer does not have a wired basket? I want to make ribs and would love to have them not swiming on its own fat. Isn’t the fat free concept that makes us all buy these appliances?
Just received mine and can’t get the paddle out. What is the secret. Have another brand and the paddle is easy to get out. I can’t even get it out to get the paper out that came in it. After reading some of the reviews, I may take it back.
Was thinking of buying one of these machines but after reading all these problems ive changed my mind
bought one i unpacked it it won,t turn on i did,nt keep my box or reciept how can i get it fixed?
Where do I get a recipe book for the delonghi multi fryer. All I used the airfryer for is chips but I want to be a bit more adventurous now
Look under Booklets section above.