User manual MORPHY RICHARDS IB45450

[. . . ] Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance. Never leave the fryer unattended when connected to the electricity supply. When opening the lid, stand back and open the lid away from you to release steam. Always use oven gloves when removing or replacing lid during use. Mains lead · The mains lead should reach from the socket to the base unit without straining the connections. [. . . ] There are two methods of cooking in your fryer; one general method for most food types and another for home battered products. Preparing for the first time Turn to the section `Emptying, cleaning', and clean the fryer thoroughly, to remove any manufacturing residues, dust etc. Filling IMPORTANT: Do not connect the fryer to the electricity supply yet. Remove the lid and take out the basket and handle. Pour oil into the tank up to the maximum 4 8171 Essentials fryer ib 12/09/2002 11:07 AM Page 5 D it to drain slightly to get rid of the excess coating. 3 Very carefully, slowly lower the coated food into the hot oil, using a suitable implement or tongs. This allows the batter to become solid and prevents it sealing to the mesh of the basket. WARNING: Take care as the oil may spit as the food is added. General cooking method 1 Place the basket in the raised position by locating the basket clip on the fryer rim. The basket should always be in the raised position when it is to be filled with food. 2 Place the food into the raised basket. 3 Lower the basket into the oil and remove the handle by pulling the lock button towards you and lifting it out. · You can time the cooking process or remove the lid occasionally to observe progress. 5 When the food is cooked, remove the lid, attach the removable handle to the basket and lift the basket out of the oil and onto its raised position for a few seconds to drain. 6 Remove the basket and put the fried food in a dish with fat absorbing kitchen paper. 7 After use, disconnect from the mains supply. Remove any condensation from the underside of the lid with kitchen paper and wipe any spilt oil from the fryer body. · You can store the basket in the oil. 8 Replace the lid for storage. Cooking more food? If you want to cook more food right away, wipe the underside of the lid with kitchen paper, so that it soaks up any condensation. This water must be removed before the lid is replaced again, as water falling into the hot oil will make it spit, possibly ejecting hot oil. Getting the best from your fryer Oil · Always ensure that you use a good quality oil for deep frying. Alternatively use corn, groundnut or rapeseed oil. Avoid mixing oils of different types and quality. · Avoid mixing oils of different qualities. · Solid fat (lard) and solid oil can be used, this should first be melted in a pan until softened, then carefully transferred into the fryer bowl. · Change the oil when it becomes brown or cloudy in colour. [. . . ] Note the filter is a consumable replacement item therefore it is not covered under the guarantee. 6 8171 Essentials fryer ib 12/09/2002 11:07 AM Page 7 Frying times & temperature chart These frying times are intended as a guide only and should be adjusted to suit quantity or thickness of food and your own taste. Whitebate just enough to cover base of basket 190ºC 1-2 min Scampi frozen in crumbs 170ºC (3-5 min) Just enough to cover base of basket Beefburgers* 150 or 170ºC 2oz/55g 4 pieces 4-6 min 4oz/110g 2 pieces 5-10 min Fresh or defrosted chicken portions in crumbs* 2x200g pieces 170ºC 20-25 min Frozen chicken portions in crumbs* 2x200g pieces 170ºC 25-30 min Mushrooms 200g 190ºC 2-3 min Weights stated are maximum advised. If the fault develops after 28 days and within 24 months of original purchase, you should contact the helpline number quoting model number and serial number on the product, or write to Morphy Richards at the address shown. You will be asked to return the product (in secure, adequate packaging) along with a copy of proof of purchase. Subject to the exclusions set out below (1-5), the faulty appliance will then be repaired or replaced and dispatched usually within seven working days of receipt. [. . . ]