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  4. Before reassembling unit, be sure all parts are completely dry (see 

CAUTION!

, page 3).

  5. Always check the magnetic plug before use to assure metal items have not become attached to the magnet.
  6.  Periodically check the screws on the base handles (Fig. A1, page 2) to be sure they are secure. Retighten, if necessary, with a standard 

#2 Phillips screwdriver. 

 

NOTICE:

 

Overtightening (beyond the secure point) can result in stripping of screws or cracking of handles.

Frying Timetable

Do not use cover while frying raw fries and other high moisture foods. For crisper foods, fry without the cover.

The following times are approximate and based on the maximum recommended amounts of food. Fill the baskets no more than ¾ full for most foods.

Food

Quantity 

Temperature

Time

Cheese, 

Frozen, nuggets

6 cups per basket

375°F

2 to 3 minutes

Chicken

Frozen, nuggets

6 cups per basket

375°F

3 to 5 minutes

Raw, serving size pieces, breaded

3 to 4 pieces per basket

375°F

13 to 18 minutes

Donuts* 

(Fry donuts without baskets)

6 to 8

375°F

2 to 3 minutes

Egg Rolls, 

Frozen

3 to 4 per basket

375°F

5 to 6 minutes

Fish

Frozen, battered/breaded

3 to 4 pieces per basket

375°F

7 to 8 minutes

Raw, breaded

3 to 4 pieces per basket

375°F

3 to 4 minutes

Onion Rings

Frozen, battered/breaded

6 cups per basket

375°F

4 to 5 minutes

Raw, breaded*

6 to 8 per basket

375°F

1½ to 2½ minutes

Potatoes

Frozen french fries

6 cups per basket

375°F

20 to 22 minutes

Raw fries (see below) 

3 cups per basket

350°F

3 to 4 minutes

(baskets ⅓ full)

375°F

10 to 12 minutes

Shrimp

Frozen, battered/breaded

6 cups per basket

375°F

5 to 7 minutes

Raw, breaded

6 cups per basket

375°F

3 to 5 minutes

Vegetables, 

Raw, breaded*

 

10 to 12 pieces per basket

350°F

1 to 3 minutes

*These foods are best when fried in small quantities.

Recipes

Raw French Fries 

(Double Fry Method)

Cut medium potatoes, peeled if desired, into ¼- to ½-inch thick strips. Place into large bowl and cover with hot tap water. Soak potato 

strips for 15 minutes or until ready to fry. Rinse, drain, and pat dry with paper towels. 
Because raw fries contain a high percentage of moisture, extreme care must be used when deep frying. Thoroughly dry raw fries before 

deep frying. Fill the baskets ⅓ rather than ¾ full. Do not use the fryer cover. Slowly lower the filled baskets into the oil. If the oil starts 

to boil up too quickly, lift the baskets out of the oil for a couple of seconds, then lower them again. Repeat as necessary until the baskets 

are completely lowered into the fryer. 
Fry at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes until fries are cooked through but not browned. Drain; let stand to cool for at least 10 minutes, but not 

more than 2 hours. Just before serving, fry potatoes at 375°F for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.

Crispy Coating

  ½   cup milk

  1   egg, beaten

 

 Flour

 

  Salt and Pepper

Beat milk and egg together in one bowl. Combine flour and seasonings in a second bowl. Dip food into milk-egg mixture, then coat in 

seasoned flour. Fry food according to timetable above.

Summary of Contents for 5-liter Dual Basket ProFry

Page 1: ...es are properly assembled to baskets and locked in place See detailed assembly instructions on page 3 4 To protect against electrical shock or burns do not immerse control assembly cord or plug in wat...

Page 2: ...Use Become familiar with the various parts of the deep fryer Fig A1 and read the instructions carefully Remove all packing material and disassemble unit for cleaning Take the fry baskets out of the un...

Page 3: ...as cooled making it very difficult to remove or insert the control assembly Do not use cover while frying raw fries and other high moisture foods Use caution when deep frying flour tortillas Flour tor...

Page 4: ...d for cooking Remove excess moisture or ice crystals from food by patting it dry with paper towels Moist foods may cause excess foaming spattering and crackling 11 Assemble basket handles for frying s...

Page 5: ...dd and or remove foods Use only heat resistant utensils in the fryer Hot oil damages most plastic or rubber utensils Do not leave metal utensils in the fryer as they will become hot After each use str...

Page 6: ...cups per basket 375 F 20 to 22 minutes Raw fries see below 3 cups per basket 350 F 3 to 4 minutes baskets full 375 F 10 to 12 minutes Shrimp Frozen battered breaded 6 cups per basket 375 F 5 to 7 minu...

Page 7: ...wave on high for 15 seconds stir to melt Stir in confectioners sugar adding milk and stirring until smooth Dip donuts and holes in glaze Drain on rack Mexican Corn Fritters cup plus 2 tablespoons flou...

Page 8: ...ke 20 squares from each package Cover and chill until ready to fry Deep fry at 375 F for 2 to 3 minutes turning to brown all sides Remove from oil and drain on paper towels Makes 40 Quesadilla Crisper...

Page 9: ...O trademark Canton Sales and Storage Company Presto Factory Service Department 555 Matthews Dr Canton MS 39046 3251 Applies Only in the United States and Canada This quality PRESTO appliance is design...

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