User manual DELONGHI F881

[. . . ] GB 18-01-2003 10:39 Pagina 6 GB Read this instructions booklet carefully before installing and using the appliance. It is the only way to ensure the best results and maximum user safety. DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE (see diagram pag. Minute timer key (not for all models) O. Inspection door for pipe compartment RECOMMENDATIONS · Before use check that the voltage power supply corresponds to the one shown on the appliance data plate. [. . . ] WARNING: the minute timer does not switch the appliance off. Replacing the minute timer battery (fig. 5) · Remove the minute timer from its compartment by prising it from the right side (see fig. 5A). · Turn the battery cover (fig. 5B) placed on the back in an anticlockwise direction until it is released. · Replace the battery with another of the same type. If the appliance is to be replaced or thrown away, the battery must be removed and disposed of in accordance with the current laws as it represents an environmental hazard. AFTER FRYING When the cooking time runs out raise the basket and check if the food has reached the required golden colour. In the models fitted with a viewing window this check can be carried out by looking through the window without opening the lid. If you consider the cooking to be finished, switch off the appliance by turning the thermostat knob to the " " position until you hear the click of the internal switch. Allow the excess oil to drip off by leaving the basket in the deep fryer in the high position. If the cooking needs to be done in two phases (e. g. potatoes) raise the basket at the end of the first phase and wait for the signal lamp to go off again. Then immerse the basket back in the oil for a second time (see enclosed tables). Models with drainage pipe Bring the front part of the deep fryer to the edge of the work surface, taking care that the feet (L) never protrude over the edge (fig. Open the lid of the deep fryer and remove the basket (fig. Open inspection door "S" as shown in fig. Remove plug "K" while at the same time squeezing the pipe with two fingers to prevent the oil or fat from leaking out before the pipe has been directed into a container (fig. Allow the oil or fat to drip into a container (fig. WARNING Never empty the deep fryer by tilting it or turning it upside down. 6. Remove any deposits from the tank using a sponge or absorbent paper. At the end of the procedure fit the plug back onto the drainage pipe and reposition it in its compartment. Put the basket back in the high position and place 7 GB 18-01-2003 10:39 Pagina 8 one of the filters supplied at the bottom of the basket (fig. You can obtain the filters from your retailer or one of our service centres. Next pour the oil or fat very slowly into the deep fryer so that it does not spill out of the filter (fig. [. . . ] Model with non-stick boiler pan To clean the boiler pan use a soft cloth with a neutral detergent never using objects or abrasive detergents. 8 GB 18-01-2003 10:39 Pagina 9 COOKING HINTS HOW LONG THE OIL OR FAT LASTS The oil or fat must never go below the minimum level. From time to time it is necessary to renew it completely. The length of time the oil or fat lasts depends on what is fried. Breading, for example, dirties the oil more than simple frying. [. . . ]