Replacing and Cleaning Filters
NOTE: Replace every 3 months or after 12 uses.
•Open the Filter Cover, and remove filters.
•Foam white Grease Filter may be washed in hot soapy water. Allow to air dry.
•Charcoal Filters are not meant to be washed and it is recommended to replace every 3 months or after 12 uses.
•Clean the inside of the cover with a damp soapy sponge. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
•Place clean White Grease Filter on Lid, followed by Black Charcoal Odor Filter, then replace Filter Cover.
NOTE: For replacement Charcoal Odor or Grease Filter, order through our website at www.oster.com or by calling
Replacing the Timer Battery
This deep fryer is equipped with a Digital Timer that works on its own battery source. From time to time it might be necessary to change the battery in the timer.
1.Insert a small screwdriver into the slot next to the timer display and “pop” out the whole timer.
2.Remove battery and replace with battery type #LR44.
3.Line up the timer with the hole and push the timer back into the housing until it snaps into place.
Frying Time and Temperature
The frying times in this chart are a guide and should be adjusted to suit the different quantities or thickness of food and to suit your own taste.
Preheat time is
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Chicken Strips | 375°F | ||
Chicken Pieces, | 360°F | ||
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Fish, Battered | 340°F | ||
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French Fries, Frozen | 375°F | ||
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Fritters | 375°F | ||
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Onion Rings | 375°F | ||
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Shrimp, Breaded | 375°F | ||
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NOTE: Prepackaged frozen cooked chicken may cook faster than above time.
Reset the Overheat Protection Button
Resetting the Overheat Protection Reset Button may be necessary if unit will not turn on at start up (power indicator light illuminated and temperature dial set to selected temperature) or if unit appears to have stopped working during use.
1. Unplug the unit from the wall electric outlet. 2. Allow the unit to cool down.
3. Check the oil level in your unit. If it is below the minimum level, oil should be added before resetting the
unit and resuming cooking cycle.
4. Remove the control box with heater.
5.Using a narrow slotted screwdriver or pen, gently press the recessed reset button on the back of the control box, located on the lower right hand side as indicated by the arrow (see figure 3).
6.Replace the control box with heater onto the main body
and plug unit in for continued use.Figure 3
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem | Cause | Solution |
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Fryer not operating | Control Panel Assembly not | Reinstall Control Panel |
| seated properly. | Assembly. |
| Power Strip not in correctly | Reinstall Power Strip |
| Not turned ON | Turn to ON |
| Not plugged in | Insert plug into outlet |
| Outlet not energized | Check fuses or circuit breaker |
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Oil spills over | Oil reservoir over filled | Remove excess oil (when cool) |
| Too much water in food | Dry food with towel |
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Food greasy or not | Food batches too large | Use less food in basket |
crisp | Oil temperatures too low | Increase oil temperature |
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| Using wrong type of oil | Use good vegetable oil |
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Unpleasant smell | Oil not fresh | Replace oil |
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