User manual TEFAL PRISSIMA

[. . . ] Check that the mains supply corresponds to that shown on the rating plate of the appliance. If the appliance is to be used in any country other than that of purchase, it should be checked by an approved Service Dealer. Standards can vary from country to country. About your factory fitted plug. FOR UK ONLY (supplied with certain models only) · The cord is already fitted with a plug incorporating a 13 amp fuse. [. . . ] - Never exceed 150° to melt it, then follow the manufacturer's cooking recommendations. · Lard or dripping should N O T be used under any circumstances and may cause overflowing, smoking or risk of fire. For traditional UK style deep fried foods, especially chips, we do not recommend using olive oil. Oil / Fat quantity Min. Oil 1. 9 l 2. 1 l Solid fat 1 660 g 1 910 g ! Do not mix different types of oils. The oil level must always be between the Min. Check this each time before cooking, and add some of the same type of oil if necessary. Preheating Ensure the fryer has oil inside before switching on. Set the on-off switch to the I position, the pilot light turns on. · Set the thermostat according to the cooking tables p. 6 (depending on model). · The deep fryer is heating up : preheat 15 minutes. · · · · !! Never plug in the deep fryer when empty. Place the deep fryer: - on a steady surface, - out of the reach of children, - away from water splashes or heat sources. Do not let the power cord hang down, use the cord storage. Never fill the basket to the brim. Preparing the basket · Place the basket in position on the edge of the bowl. Fill the basket as per instructions below. · Reduce the quantities for frozen foods (see cooking tables p. 6). Fresh potato chips Frozen potato chips Maximum capacity 1000g 750g 600g ! 4 Recommanded quantity for best results 750g Cut the foods into like-sized pieces so that they cook evenly, Avoid using pieces that are too thick. Shake frozen foods to detach pieces of ice away from the deep fryer. Check the manufacturer's instructions (or cooking tables p. 6). F ENG Cooking Lowering the basket For basket with metallic handle: · After the temperature indicator light goes out place the basket in the oil bath. · Close the lid (handle sits in the notches under the handle. For basket with external folding handle: · After the temperature indicator light goes out place the basket in the oil bath. · The handle can be folded back fully into its housing on the outside of the fryer. ! The steam coming from the lid, is extremely hot. End of cooking For basket with metallic handle · Open the lid. For basket with external folding handle: · Press the handle unlocking button. [. . . ] · Dry the lid before replacing it. · Only use vegetable oils/fats (see p. 4). The foods do not become golden, and remain soft · Pieces of food too thick and contain too much water/ice. · Too much food is being cooked at the same time and the cooking oil is no longer at the right temperature. [. . . ]