User manual DELONGHI F 28533

[. . . ] · Do not move the deep fryer when the oil is hot, as there it could cause serious burns. · The deep fryer must only be switched on after it has been filled with oil or fat. If it is heated up while empty, a thermal safety device comes into operation which stops it from working. In this case it is necessary to contact our nearest authorised service centre. [. . . ] When the temperature set has been reached, signal lamp "M" will go off. As soon as the signal lamp goes off, immerse the basket in the oil, lowering the handle slowly after sliding the handle's "B" slider back. · It is completely normal for a considerable amount of very hot steam to pour out of filter cover "E" immediately after this. · At the start of cooking, immediately after the food has been immersed in the oil, the internal wall of viewing window "D" will steam up, before progressively clearing. · It is normal for drops of condensation to form around the basket handle while the appliance is working. 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 cooking is complete, turn off the appliance by turning the thermostat knob to the "O" position until the internal switch clicks. Drain excess oil by leaving the basket inside the deep fryer for a while in the high position. FILTERING THE OIL OR FAT We recommend that you carry out this procedure each time you have finished frying as, especially when the food has been breaded or floured, the food particles tend to burn if they remain in the liquid thus causing much quicker deterioration in the oil or fat. Check that the oil is cool enough (waiting about 2 hours). 6) and the removable pan "P", holding it by the handle "Q" (fig. Remove any residues from the pan using a sponge or absorbent paper. Put the removable pan "P" back into the pan housing. Place the basket in the high position and put the filter in the bottom (fig. Filters can be obtained from your dealer or an authorised service centre. Pour the oil or fat into the deep fryer very slowly to avoid the filter overflowing (fig. IMPORTANT: Once the oil has been filtered, it can be kept inside the deep fryer. However, if the deep fryer is not to be used again for some time, you are recommended to keep the oil in a closed container to avoid it deteriorating. It is good practice to keep oil used to fry fish separately from oil used to fry other foods When using fat, do not allow it to cool excessively or it will solidify. 7 MODELS WITH ELECTRONIC MINUTE TIMER 1 Set the cooking time by pressing the "L" button. The display "K" will show the minutes set. 2 The numbers will straight away begin to flash. This shows that the cooking time has begun. The last minute is displayed in seconds. [. . . ] It is advisable to bread or flour food which has a high water content (fish, meat, vegetables), being careful to remove the excess bread or flour before immersing it in the oil. 8 FRYING NON-FROZEN FOOD Type of food CHIPS Recommended quantity for excellent frying MAX quantity (safety limit) Max. Quantity 500 1000 500 500 600 500-600 500 500-600 250 300 400 250 400 400 300 200 Temperature °C 190 190 160 160 160 170 160 160 170 170 160 150 160 150 170 170 Time in Minutes 7-8 14-16 9-10 9-10 7-10 8-10 8-10 6-7 5-6 6-7 7-9 10-12 8-9 9-10 11-12 8-10 FISH Squid Canestrelli Scampi tails Sardines Cuttlefish Sole (n. The basket does not rotate during cooking. Reduce the amount of oil In the boiler pan. [. . . ]