DeLonghi F16313 Filling with oil or fat, Frying, Warning, ALWAYS raise and lower the basket with the lid closed

Thank you for choosing this electric fryer.To get the best results from your deep fryer it is advisable to read these instructions before using the appliance. This is the only way to ensure optimum results and maximum safety.

Filling with oil or fat

•Raise the basket into the top position by pulling the handle upwards (fig. 1).

ALWAYS raise and lower the basket with the lid closed.

•Open the lid by pressing the lid release button (fig. 2).

•Remove the basket by pulling the handleupwards (fig. 3).

•Pour into the bowl 2 litres of oil (or 1,8 kg. of fat).

For best results use a good quality oil. Avoid mixing different types of oil. If you use lumps of solid fat, cut them into small pieces so that the deep fryer does not heat up in the first few minutes without an even covering of fat.The temperature must be set to 150°C until the fat has melted completely.The required temperature can then be set.

Warning

The level of oil must always be between the maximum and minimum levels indicated inside the bowl.

Never use the deep fryer when the oil is below the “min” (1.8 lt.) level as it could cause the thermal safety device to be activated; to replace it you will need to contact one of our service centres. Only when the fat has melted, should the basket be lowered.

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Frying

1.Put the food to be fried into the basket, without overfilling (max. 1 kg. of fresh potatoes). Ensure the food is evenly distrib- uted in the basket.

If cooking food from frozen, make sure very few ice crystals are included (see frying frozen food).

2.Put the basket into the fryer bowl in a raised position and

close the lid by pressing lightly down upon it until it clicks shut. fig. 4 Always close the lid before lowering the basket to avoid hot oil

from splashing out.

3.Set thermostat switch to the required temperature (fig. 4). When the temperature set has been reached, the indicator light will switch off.

4.When the indicator light goes out, slide the basket handle but-

ton down and slowly lower the handle and basket into the oil.

•It is completely normal for a considerable amount of hot steam

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