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OPERATION
CAUTION: The break-away power cord is for accidental disconnection. Do not
remove during normal operation. If the cord becomes disconnected, immediately
remove the plug (10) from the wall outlet. Turn the temperature control knob (18)
to OFF position and then reconnect the magnetic plug (11) to the appliance. Then
reconnect the plug (10) to the wall outlet.
CAUTION: This appliance generates heat and steam during use. Proper precautions
must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires or other injuries to persons or
damage to property. Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.
CAUTION: The metal surfaces of the appliance become hot. Do not touch while in
use. Allow the appliance to cool at least 30 minutes before handling.
Frying time and temperature
The frying times in the chart below are approximate and should be adjusted to suit
your own tastes, different food quantities and food manufacturer instructions.
FOOD
TEMP. SETTING
TIME (MINUTES)
Meat strips
375°F / 190°C
8 to 10
Chicken wings
365°F / 185°C
20 to 25
Fish (battered)
375°F / 190°C
6 to 8
Frozen French fries
Follow food manufacturer’s directions
Fritters
375°F / 190°C
2 to 4
Onion rings
375°F / 190°C
5 to 8
The reset feature
Your appliance is equipped with a feature that protects it from damage due to
overheating. If for some reason the appliance overheats, it will automatically switch
off. Once the appliance has been reset, it can be turned on again.
Reset the appliance
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet.
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Let the appliance and the oil in the reservoir cool completely.
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After the appliance has cooled completely, use the tip of a ball point pen or
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pencil, and push the reset button (14), which is located at the back of the control
panel assembly (15) (ill.
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Then you may resume frying.
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HINTS AND TIPS
Choosing the right cooking oil
As a general rule, choose cooking oils with a high smoke point and avoid
flavored oils.
Suitable: Pure corn oil, blended vegetable oil, soybean oil, sunflower oil, grape
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seed oil
Not suitable: Olive oil, peanut oil, walnut oil, lard
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Cooking with oil
Cooking oil can enhance the food’s flavor – or spoil its taste. As with any other food
component, freshness and correct handling of the oil is the key to successful deep
frying results.
The quality of the oil decreases with use at high temperatures. Food particles, water
and other liquids will further lower its quality, therefore:
Do not mix different cooking oils
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Only use fresh and clean cooking oils:
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Regularly remove burnt food particles while frying.
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After use and before storage, filter oil with a fine-mesh filter to remove
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smaller particles.
Do not reuse oil that has been used to fry fish or other strongly flavored
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food.
Some meats, such as chicken wings, will release large amounts of liquids
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when frying, thus watering down the oil. Do not reuse this oil.
Do not use the cooking oil anymore if you notice the following:
Before use: oil smells rancid or its color has visibly darkened.
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While frying: oil is foaming strongly or smoke appears on the oil’s surface at
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normal operating temperature.
Storing oil
Do not store used cooking oil in the refrigerator. Choose a cool place that is not
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subject to sunlight. Generally, oil may be stored for a period of 3 month, once
the bottle is opened. Please observe the oil manufacturer’s storage directions as
well.
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