OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Make sure the Deep Fryer is UNPLUGGED.
Assemble the control box into the oil pan. Make sure the control box is secured
properly and the small
red safety switch
is activated. Otherwise the fryer will
not power on properly.
Remove the frying basket and allow it to hang and rest on the backside of the oil
pan.
Use only good quality frying oil such as Peanut oil, Vegetable oil, pure Corn oil,
Sunflower oil, Canola oil, or Light Olive oil. (Recommended not to mix oil)
Fill oil into the oil container approximately between the MIN marking and the
MAX marking.
Do not fill over the MAX marking or lower than the MIN marking.
Make sure the temperature control knob is set to the OFF or 0 position.
PLUG the power cord into an outlet.
Move the Thermostat knob to desired temperature setting according to the
particular recipe you are using. The RED and the GREEN indicator light will turn
on.
While the oil is preheating, prepare the food that is going to be fried.
When the oil has reached the set temperature, the GREEN light will turn off.
NOTE:
The GREEN ready light will cycle On and Off with the thermostat to
maintain the set temperature. The RED power light will remain illuminated
throughout use.
When placing the food into the basket, make sure it is as dry as possible. Do not
add water, ice or wet food, it may cause HOT OIL SPLATTER.
When frying Frozen food, clear off any ice particles and thaw food thoroughly.
Do not overfill the basket.
Lower basket of food into hot oil and cover fryer w/ lid.
Cover with lid.
WARNING:
DO NOT TOUCH THE CONTROL KNOB DURING THE FRYING
PROCESS. HOT STEAM MAY BE RELEASED AND MAY CAUSE INJURY.
When food has finished drying, remove the lid. Lift the basket up slowly out of
the hot oil and place the basket on the drain support located on the back of the
fry basket.
After the excess oil has drained, place the food on a paper towel lined baking
sheet to allow any remaining oil to drain away.
If you are frying more than one load, ensure the oil re-heats to the required
temperature.
FRYING GUIDE
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The frying times given in the chart are only a guide and should be adjusted
accordingly to the quantity of food being fried.
FOOD
Temp. °F
Weight
(ounces)
Estimated Time
Shrimp
285°
8
3-5 minutes
Onion
285°
5
3-4 minutes
Mushrooms
285°
10.5
6-8 minutes
Fish Fillet
300°
8
5-6 minutes
Fish Fillet in batter
300°
14
6-8 minutes
Fish Cakes or Balls
300°
14
6-8 minutes
Sliced Meat
340°
14
7-10 minutes
Steak
340°
14
7-10 minutes
Chicken Strips
360°
18
7-10 minutes
French Fries (1
st
time)
375°
18
6-10 minutes
French Fries (2
nd
time)
375°
8
3-5 minutes
*French Fries being fried a 2
nd
time will be lighter and crispier.
AFTER THE FOOD IS FRIED:
1. Make sure to turn the temperature control knob to the OFF position and
unplug the deep fryer.
2. Once food is done cooking, remove the lid, and hang the basket on the hook
and let excessive oil drip into the oil pot.
Warning: Removing the lid will release hot steam. Take extreme care
when handling. Keep face and bare skin clear of the steam release.
3. Take out the basket and place the food on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Do not touch the basket while it is still hot. Always use the handle.
4. After the excess oil has drained, place the food on a paper towel lined
baking sheet to allow any remaining oil to drain away.
5. Place the basket into the deep fryer.
6. Do not move the deep fryer until it is cooled entirely.
7. Unplug the power cord and store away.
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