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diagram 1
Fry Top (also known as Chef Top)
A = cooking area
B = drip tray
C = exhaust flue for combustion fumes
The fry top is manufactured from 8mm thick stainless steel
designed for high heat retention across the plate. The very high
cooking temperature makes the fry top ideal for searing meats
and vegetables and for oriental style recipes. Some suggested
uses include: steaks, burgers, chicken, fish and other meats,
vegetables such as peppers, mushrooms and aubergines, stir
fries, kebabs, toasted sandwiches, naan and pitta breads, fried
and scrambled eggs, griddle cakes, crumpets, English muffins
and drop scones.
To assemble the Fry Top
A
B
1.
Remove the pan supports that cover the elongated fish
burner.
2.
Screw the feet into the pre-drilled holes on the underside
of the fry top. The two longest feet go to the rear and the
two shortest go to the front (towards the drip tray). See
image A.
3.
Place the enamelled exhaust flue onto the hob surface
towards the rear. See image B.
4.
Carefully position the fry top onto the hob, ensuring that it
is seated correctly and resting on the ledge of the exhaust
flue.
Care must be taken when handling the fry top. It is heavy!
To use the Fry Top
The fry top can smoke during use so always turn your extractor
hood on before you start cooking.
1.
To light the burner, push in and turn the control knob to
the large flame position. Hold the control knob in for 5–10
seconds after the flame has lit to activate the flame failure
device, before releasing. If the flame extinguishes wait one
minute before attempting to re-ignite.
2.
Pre-heat on full power for 5 to 10 minutes.
3.
Add the food.
4.
Adjust the flame as required.
The fry top is hottest in the central area and cooler at the outer
edges. You can control the cooking temperature by moving the
food to the outer edges after the initial searing, similar to the
way you would use a barbecue.
To avoid excess spitting use the minimum of oil when cooking
on the fry top. A flat spatula is supplied for turning and serving
food. It can also be used to remove any food residues at the end
of cooking. The high temperature of the fry top makes plastic
tools unsuitable for use with it. Do not be tempted to move or
turn the food too quickly or often.
