Using Solid Fat
Warning: Do not put solid shortening in the oil container or the frying basket.
•If using solid vegetable shortening, melt it first in a separate pan and then very carefully pour the melted fat into the oil container.
•Previously used solid vegetable shortening which has curdled and hardened in the oil container should be removed from the oil container and melted in a separate pan before reusing.
Warning: If you try to melt the solidified fat in the oil container, there
is a risk of warm melted fat suddenly sputtering from below through the still solid top layer of fat.
Therefore use only the following procedure:
•Make sure the fat is at room temperature. If the fat is very cold, there is a greater risk of splashing.
•Using a fork, carefully make some holes in the fat. Make sure the lid is securely closed while fat is melting. Set temperature dial to 320º F (160º C).
Installing the “Control Panel With the Heating Element” Into its Place
•Lift up the Control Panel with Heating Element.
•Insert the "Guide Edges" on the Control Panel into the "Guide Rails" mounted on the metal body. (Fig. 3)
•Slide the "Guide Edges" down till the end.
Important Notice: The Automatic Safety Interlock Switch ensures that the unit will not operate unless the Control Panel has been inserted into the "Guide Rails" on the fryer body correctly.
Using the Deep Fryer
Warning: Never plug in the Deep Fryer before filling with oil to specified
level. Always make sure control panel is securely in place in the body and the heating element is inside the oil in the container before plugging in. Important: Ensure the control panel is fitted correctly to the main unit otherwise the unit will not function. This is not a defect. This product is fitted with a safety interlock switch to prevent the unit from turning on accidentally.
Pre-Heating
Warning: Never plug in the Deep Fryer before filling with oil. (See "Filling" instructions on page 3.) Always unplug the appliance when not in use.
•Make sure the oil level in the oil container is between the "minimum " and "maximum lines on the element support plate. Do NOT exceed the "MAX" line on the element support plate when filling with oil.
•The frying basket should not be immersed in the oil during the pre-heating.
•Replace the lid cover.
•Plug the appliance into a 120-volt outlet.
•Turn the temperature control knob to the desired temperature. (Fig. 4)
Fig. 4
Pre-Heating (cont.)
Warning: In order to avoid injury or burns, never touch any metal parts
on the deep fryer because they may be hot.
•Pre-heating the oil will take up to 15 minutes depending on the temperature selected.
•The temperature indicator light will come on when the temperature is set and the deep fryer is “on” showing that the heating element is in operation. This light goes off when the set temperature is reached. (Fig. 5) The temperature light may go on and off several times during frying. This indicates that the temperature is being thermostatically maintained.
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Power | | | | |
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“ON” | | | | | |
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Light | | | | | |
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Fig. 5
Filling the Frying Basket
•Do not fill the frying basket when it is immersed in oil.
•Place the food in the frying basket. Do not overfill it and never exceed the maximum quantities. For optimum results and shorter frying time, basket should be only 1/2 full.
•The large basket has approximately 1.25 lb. food capacity. It will hold 3-4 average size pieces of chicken.
•Do not fill the basket higher than the bottom of the metal plate on the basket with frozen food.
Warning: When frying foods,
Caution: When frying frozen foods such as French Fries, you
should not exceed 1.25 Lb. (564 gr.) in the large basket. For best crispy results limit quantity to 1 Lb. (454 gr.). Clean off any ice from frozen food prior to frying.
Failure to do so may cause fryer to overflow when food is placed in oil.
Frying Food
•Always use the frying basket to fry food.
•Always close the glass lid during frying.
•When the oil is pre-heated, the ready indicator light will come on indicating that the desired temperature is reached.
•Slowly lower the frying basket into the hot oil. Lowering the frying basket too quickly can result in the oil overflowing and splashing.
•Replace the lid carefully.
•It is normal for steam to escape through the sides of the lid while frying.
•Avoid standing too close to the deep fryer while it is working.
Warning: When opening the glass
lid after frying, lift up the lid slightly away from you, then wait to allow steam to escape before opening the glass lid completely. Keep face away from unit to avoid burns caused by escaping steam.
At the End of Cooking
Warning: When you have finished
frying, always turn the temperature setting dial to lowest position, turn off power switch and unplug the deep fryer from wall outlet. To avoid injury or burns, do not touch any metal surfaces as they are hot.
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• Lift up the frying basket by the handle. |
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