User manual DELONGHI ELECTRIC DEEP FRYER F14427B

[. . . ] instructions Electric deep fryer F14427CZ Please retain these instructions for future reference Control Panel 11 10 14 15 16 8 7 Thermal cut-out device reset buttons 1 4 00:00 Cord storage compartment Control unit guides 12 13 Heating element 9 6 35 2 Basket with folding handle Removable bowl Min/Max oil level indicator Viewing window Basket support Filter Cover with handle Handle Guide for attaching the control unit Outer casing Electric deep fryer 2 Thank you for choosing this electric deep fryer. To get the best results from your deep fryer it is advisable to read these instructions before using the appliance. This is the only way to ensure optimum results and maximum safety. Installation · · · Before use, check that the appliance has not been damaged during transport. Remove the appliance from the packaging, including any p. o. s. Before use, check that the power supply voltage corresponds to the value shown on the appliance rating plate. The appliance must always be connected to a well earthed socket rated at 10A minimum. The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by inadequate earthing of the appliance. [. . . ] · Use the Mode Button to select the desired program. · Push the On/Off Button to start preheating the oil. The fryer starts heating: the "heating" light switches on and the display shows "HEATING". · As soon as the temperature is reached, the "heating" light switches off and the display shows "READY"; the fryer emits 5 "beeps". · Immerse the basket in the oil, lowering the handle slowly, as oil may overflow from the container. . 5 Electric deep fryer It is completely normal for a considerable amount of very hot steam to pour out immediately after this. · Put the cover over the appliance. The display shows the countdown and "COOKING". The "heating" light switches on. You can adjust the time while the cooking process to suit your personal preference by pressing the + (plus)/-(minus) Buttons to adjust the time up or down. You can stop the frying process at any time by pressing the On/Off Button to cancel the program and manually set the cooking process. N. B. : Holding MODE button for 5 seconds, restores the default setting. Filtering the oil or fat Before performing cleaning or maintenance operations, turn the machine off, allow it to cool down and unplug from the mains socket. This procedure should be carried out each time you have finished frying, especially when the food has been coated in crumbs or flour. The food particles tend to burn if they remain in the liquid, thus causing much quicker deterioration of the oil or fat. Check that the oil is cool enough (wait around two hours). Move the deep fryer towards the edge of the work surface. To prevent the appliance from falling while filtering the oil, make sure that the feet always remain on the work surface. Remove the bowl and empty it by tilting. Remove the deposits from the bowl using a sponge or absorbent paper. Cleaning Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the electrical socket. Never immerse the heating element (see Fig. 5). The infiltration of water into the control unit may cause electrical shocks and short circuiting. Check that the oil has cooled down, and then remove the control unit and drain the oil as previously described in the paragraph "filtering the oil or fat". In the models without the oil drain tap, remove the bowl and empty it by tilting it. Remove the deposits from the bowl using a sponge or absorbent paper. Except for the control unit, power cable and heating element, all the other parts can be cleaned with warm water and washing-up liquid. Never use abrasive sponges, as this may damage the deep fryer. [. . . ] Children should not be allowed to play with this appliance. Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge of the worksurface where it may be grabbed by children or become entangled with the user. Do not use with an extension cord. If it is necessary to replace the power cable, contact a service centre approved by the manufacturer. · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Important information for correct disposal of the product in accordance with EC Directive 2002/96/EC. At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste. [. . . ]