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| The deep fryer does not work |
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•The power switch is not in the ON position.
•The safety system is operating.
•The control unit is not correctly positioned.
•Switch the power on and check that the temperature indicator light comes on.
•Press the “reset” button, which is located in the power cord storage compartment.
•To prevent this, use the guide slots to correctly position the control unit.
The frying oil overflows
•The Max. marker for filling the bowl has been exceeded.
•Foods are wet or contain too much water (frozen foods).
•The basket lowering was too rapid.
•Different types of oil/fat have been mixed.
•Overflowing of oil/fat.
•Cooking freshly made chips at 180°/190° for the first fry.
•Too much water on the food when it was immersed in hot cooking oil.
•Check the oil level (Max.), and remove the excess.
•Fry the foods in small quantities (particularly frozen foods).
•Lower the basket slowly and keep a close eye on the oil level.
•Empty and clean the bowl. Refill the bowl with one type of oil (see page 3).
•Remove any ice and dry the foods thoroughly. Lower the basket very slowly.
•It is important to
•Dry food thoroughly.
The oil overflows during the second frying.
• The cooking time of the first fry was too • Increase cooking time for the first frying. short.
The foods do not become golden, and remain soft
•The cooking temperature is too low.
•The frying basket is overloaded.
•Set the thermostat to the recommended temperature.
•Fry the foods in small quantities
The chips stick together
•The oil is not hot enough.
•Unwashed food immersed in hot oil.
•Defective thermostat. Contact your retailer or Approved Service Centre.
•Wash potatoes well and dry them thoroughly.
Unpleasant odours
• Not changing the oil often enough | • Renew the oil after 8 to 12 uses (see page 3). |
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• Unsuitable oil or fat has been used. | • Use a good quality vegetable oil (see page 3). | |
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If the problem remains, check with your stockist or an Approved Service Centre.
Any repairs must only be carried out by an Approved Service Centre with the
!manufacturer’s own replacement parts.
HELPLINE : | 0845 602 14 54 | - | UK (calls charged at local rates) |
8 | (01) 412 3000 | - | Ireland |
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