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ROBLEMS AND POSSIBLE CAUSES
S
OLUTIONS
The fryer is not heating
The appliance is not plugged in.
Plug-in the appliance.
The On/Off switch is not set to On.
Set the On/Off switch to “On” and check that the red
light turns on.
The cooking temperature is not indicated.
Set the thermostat control to the required
temperature.
The safety cut-off is activated.
Unplug the appliance and let it cool. Check the oil level,
correct it if necessary. Remove the control unit and press
the RESET button. Plug in the appliance again. If the
problem persists, please contact our Consumer Service
Department. (see contact details below)
Oil overflows
The Max. marker for filling the bowl has been
exceeded.
Check the oil level (Max.), and remove the excess.
The frying basket has been overfilled with food.
Check that the basket is not too full.
Food is wet or contains too much water (frozen food).
Remove any ice and dry the food thoroughly. Lower
the basket slowly.
Different types of oil/fat have been mixed.
Empty and clean the bowl. Refill the bowl with one
type of oil.
Emits unpleasant smells
The fat/oil has deteriorated.
Replace the frying oil (after 10 uses max.), more
frequently depending on the oil.
The fat/oil is unsuitable.
Use a good quality blended vegetable oil.
Vision through the viewing window is not clear
The window is not cleaned often enough or is not
cleaned the right way.
To ensure good visibility, clean the viewing window by
wiping it with soap and water. Allow the window to dry
at room temperature or dry with a clean cotton cloth.
Clean as often as necessary.
Food does not become golden, and remains soft
Food is moist and contains too much water (frozen
food).
Remove as much ice from the frozen food as possible
before frying.
Pieces are too thick and contain water.
Experiment by lengthening the cooking time or by
slicing food smaller and thinner.
Too much food is being cooked at the same time and
the cooking oil is not at the right temperature.
Fry food in small quantities (especially when frozen).
The temperature of the frying oil may not be high
enough: the temperature is set incorrectly.
Set the thermostat control to the recommended
temperature.
French Fries stick together
Unwashed food immersed in hot oil.
Wash potatoes well and dry them thoroughly.
If you have any product problems, please contact our Consumer Service Department for expert help and
advice:
- in the US 1800 395 8325
- in Canada 1800 418 3325
Consult our web site: www.t-fal.com or www.t-fal.ca.
Any repairs must only be carried out by an Approved Service Center with the manufacturer’s own
replacement parts.
If your fryer does not work properly
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