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BEFOrE uSINg FOr ThE FIrST TImE
1. Remove all packing material and labels from the fry basket, fry basket handle and
the inside and outside of the Deep Fryer.
2. During first use of the Deep Fryer, the oil tank and fryer basket may emit a
slight odor. This is normal. To avoid this odor, please follow the instructions
outlined below.
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Pull the plastic basket handle to separate from metallic handle bar
4. Assemble the fry basket handle onto the basket.
With the black handle in hand, squeeze both handle
bars together. Pull the black handle out to extend it
to its longest position. Continue to squeeze,
fitting the bars in through the basket support wires
and lock into the 2 wire tabs. (See Figure 2 and 3.)
Set the fry basket aside.
5. Add 3.75 cups/.9 L water to the MAX level on
the oil tank.
6. Following the Operating Instructions outlined in
this Instruction Manual, heat water at the lowest
temperature (225ºF) for 10 minutes.
7. Allow water to cool.
8. Wash fry basket and handle in hot, soapy water. Use
a slightly soapy sponge and wipe the inside of the oil tank. Wipe clean with a damp
paper towel.
Wipe the Deep Fryer body with a damp cloth.
9. Dry the oil tank and fry basket thoroughly before deep frying.
OPErATINg INSTruCTIONS
WARNING!
This unit should not be used to boil water.
1. Place the Deep Fryer on a clean, dry, flat, heat-resistant surface such as a table or
counter top, approximately 2 feet from a standard 120V AC electrical outlet.
2. Use the lid handle to open the lid.
3. Set the assembled fry basket with handle aside. (If necessary, see detailed fry
basket handle assembly instructions described in the Before Using for the First Time
section of this Instruction Manual.)
4. Pour liquid cooking oil (corn, vegetable, rapeseed, peanut, etc.) into the tank.
Fill with oil to a level between the MIN (2 cups /.5 L) and MAX
(3.75 cups/.9 L) marks.
WARNING:
Under - or over - filling the oil tank may damage
the Deep Fryer and could result in serious personal injury.
5. Close the lid until it snaps securely onto the body.
6. Turn the temperature control to OFF.
7. Connect the detachable power cord into the appliance receptacle,
with the “THIS SIDE UP” topside. (See Figure 3.) Make sure
the cord is firmly in place. Then connect the polarized plug to
the wall outlet.
CAUTION:
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of table
or counter.
8. Turn the temperature control to the desired cooking temperature.
9. The red HEATING light will illuminate as the Deep Fryer heats the oil. Oil may make
a “popping” sound inside the Deep Fryer as the oil heats. This is normal. When the
oil reaches the selected cooking temperature, the red HEATING light will turn OFF
indicating the Deep Fryer is ready for use.
NOTE:
Allow 5 to 7 minutes for the oil to preheat.
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