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DF-1130 Deep Fryer

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
2. DO NOT USE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD. Use of this 1500-WATT fryer on the same circuit or fuse with other
electrical products or appliances may trip a 15-amp circuit breaker or blow a 15-amp fuse. NEVER replace the
fuse with one rated higher than the capacity of the circuit. Doing so could result in an
electrical fire.
3. Hot oil can cause very serious burns. The appliance is hot during operation and retains heat for some time after
being switched off. Do not touch hot surfaces such as oil reservoir and metal surface.
4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the Main Body or the Breakaway Cord™in water
or other liquids
5. This appliance is not for use by children. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.
6. Do not operate unattended, and never leave the appliance unattended when connected to the power outlet.
7. Always attach Breakaway Cord™to appliance first, then plug cord in wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the
switch to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.
8. Unplug the appliance from power outlet after use, and before filling and emptying. Detach Breakaway Cord™
from appliance before cleaning.
9. Do not operate any appliance with damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any manner. Return appliance to NESCO Factory Service Department for examination, repair or
adjustment.
10. Only use accessory attachments recommended by the manufacturer.
11. Do not use outdoors.
12. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
14. DO NOT MOVE THE DEEP FRYER WHEN OIL IS HOT OR DURING COOKING. ALLOW OIL TO COOL BEFORE
MOVING THIS APPLIANCE.
15. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use, as described in this manual.
16. Always keep lid closed while deep fryer is frying foods. Use Basket Handle to raise and lower Basket. BEWARE OF
STEAM WHEN OPENING LID.
17. Wet food should be dried first with paper towels. Remove loose ice from frozen food. Close the lid when frying.
Beware of oil spattering when food is put into the oil.
18. Never obstruct the air outlet vent on top of the lid with any objects and beware of the hot steam coming from the
air outlet vent.
19. Keep appliance at least 4 inches away from walls or other objects during operation. Do not place any objects on
top of appliance while it is operating.
20. Be sure oil reservoir is filled with oil to at least the ‘MIN’ (minimum) oil marking level. Do not fill above ‘MAX’
(maximum). Do not operate appliance without oil or with an insufficient amount of oil. Never pour oil into
heated reservoir.
21. Do not operate this appliance if the lid and the reservoir are not COMPLETELY DRY. Refer to the Cleaning
Instructions for the best draining position of the lid.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to countertop or tabletop finish, place non-flammable, non-
burnable, heat resistant coaster or placemat between the appliance and the countertop or
tabletop surface. Never place on carpet, furniture, or other combustible materials.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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