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A lid helps retain heat, and the 1,000-watt stainless steel heating element provides heat recovery as the scalder is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuail-Specific Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for scalding quail and similar small birds, giving quail keepers specialized equipment for the feather-removal process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4-Gallon Aluminum Pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides room to scald 6 or more quail at a time, making it practical for processing multiple small birds in one batch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Temperature Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dial control adjusts the water temperature up to 180°F, allowing the scalder to be set for different poultry-processing tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1,000-Watt Heating Element:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavy-duty 120-volt heating element helps bring the water up to temperature and provides heat recovery during use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED Temperature Indicator:\u003c\/strong\u003e The control unit includes an LED indicator light that shows when the heating element is operating, while the dial makes the selected temperature easy to see.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Quail Skimmer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Makes it easier to place quail into the scalder, remove them afterward, and stir the birds while they are being scalded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Duty Aluminum Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The industrial-duty pot is over 1\/8 inch thick, with an actual thickness of approximately 0.16 inch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Quail Processing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA proper scald helps loosen feathers before plucking, so maintaining an appropriate water temperature matters. For quail, the manufacturer recommends 145°F for scalding. The adjustable control also reaches 180°F, which is recommended for sealing and shrinking quail shrink bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe included skimmer is especially useful during processing because it provides a practical way to move and stir the birds in the hot water. Stirring the quail during scalding helps provide a more even exposure to the water rather than leaving individual birds or areas unevenly scalded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electric quail scalder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rite Farm Products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Quail Scalding Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 145°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Adjustable Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeating Element:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,000 watts, stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 volts; works with a 15-amp 120-volt breaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 1\/8 inch; approximately 0.16 inch actual thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 or more quail at a time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 inches tall with lid x 13 inches wide with handles x 14 inches deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot Interior:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 inches wide x 12 inches deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmpty Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 9 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for use on a sturdy tabletop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in the USA in Saltillo, Texas, from US and global materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4-Gallon Electric Quail Scalder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuail Skimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKnow Before You Buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeating Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Depending on starting water temperature and outside temperatures, the scalder can take approximately 15 to 45 minutes to reach 145°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTabletop Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e The unit is designed to sit on a sturdy tabletop so birds can be lifted in and out with the included skimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Required Before Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not turn on the scalder without water in the pot. 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