T-Fal FILTRA PRO, Manual

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Description
Preparation
Before using for the first time
• The fryer can be completely dismantled.
• Remove the lid, the basket and handle, the control unit, the filter mesh -
fig.1
and the bowl -
fig. 2
.
• Clean the lid, the bowl, the frying basket and the filter mesh with a
sponge and soapy water or put them in the dishwasher -
fig. 3.
• Clean the housing, the control unit and the heating element with a
damp cloth.
• Dry all components thoroughly.
fig. 5
.
• Place the bowl, the filter mesh and the heating element in position.
• Completely unfold the basket handle; a “click” indicates that it is
correctly positioned.
Filling the bowl
• Fill the bowl with oil.
• Never exceed the maximum level indicated in the bowl –
fig. 7
.
Oil Solid shortening
Model 3L 4L 3L 4L
Min. 9
1/4
cups / 2.2 L 14 cups / 3.3 L 4.24 lbs / 1925 g 6.37 lbs / 2890 g
Max. 13 cups / 3.0 L 17 cups / 4 L 5.79 lbs / 2625 g 7.72 lbs / 3500 g
• For best results use oil recommended for deep frying: vegetable oil, corn
oil, canola oil, etc. If using sunflower oil ensure the oil is changed every
5 uses. Oils which should NOT be used under any circumstances and
may cause overflowing/smoking/risk of fire are: ground nut oil, soya oil,
olive oil, lard or drippings.
• If you use solid vegetable oil, cut it into small pieces and melt it in a
separate pan . Pour the melted oil into the fryer bowl. Never melt solid
fat on the heating element or in the frying basket.
•Never exceed 302°F / 150°C to melt the vegetable shortening, always
follow the cooking instructions (see cooking tables p.9).
• Animal dripping or lard should NOT be used under any circumstances
and may cause overflowing, smoking or risk of fire.
1.
Removable lid
2.
Window
3.
Lid handle
4.
Filtration zone
5.
Removable control unit and heating element
a. Adjustable thermostat
b. Oil temperature light
c. Timer
d. RESET button
6.
Basket
7.
Basket handle
8.
Basket high position
9.
Oil filtration system: filter mesh
10.
Removable Bowl
11.
Min and Max oil level markers
12.
Carrying handles
13.
Electric cord
Do not immerse the
control unit with the
heating element in water.
fig.4
. Make sure that the
control unit is correctly
positioned otherwise the
fryer cannot function.
Do not mix different
types of oil or fat as
this may cause the oil
to overflow. The oil/fat
level must always be
between the min. and
max. markers, stamped
inside the bow-
fig. 7
.
Check this each time prior
to cooking and add some
of the same type of oil if
necessary.