User manual KENWOOD DF520

[. . . ] Do not use if there is any damage to the fryer, cord or plug. Get it checked or repaired: see `service'. Watch out for steam during cooking and when you open the lid. Never put your fryer near or on cooker hot plates. [. . . ] 7 Set the timer by pressing the button until the required time is reached. The time will start counting down as soon as the button is released. 8 When ready, raise the basket and allow the food to drain before opening the lid. G To re-use oil, allow to cool then pour the oil through fine muslin or absorbent paper. G Always unplug the fryer after use. G G G G G G G G quality solid fat may also be used. Other oils may be used if they are specifically recommended by the manufacturer for deep frying. Never mix different oils or fat and do not use olive oil, butter or margarine as they will smoke or bubble over. Pre-cooked food needs a higher temperature than raw food. The outside may look ready before the inside is cooked. Keep your fryer with oil (cooled and strained) inside it, ready for use. Before frying battered food, drain off excess batter. To make chips, cut potatoes up evenly, so they cook evenly. For best results use dry floury textured potatoes i. e. To prolong the life of your fryer, filter the oil after each use and change it after 8 - 10 uses. Shake off any excess ice before frying frozen foods. maximum food capacities fresh chips 1. 2Kg frozen chips 1Kg oil capacity maximum oil 2. 5 litres minimum oil 2 litres G G hints We would recommend the use of a good quality oil for deep frying, such as corn oil or groundnut oil. A good G G Frying Times and temperature chart The frying times given in this chart are a guide only and should be adjusted to suit the different quantities or thickness of food and to suit your own taste. Food Fresh Chips 800g/ 1/2 fill basket (recommended quantity for best results) Fresh Chips 1. 2Kg Frozen Chips 1Kg FISH Frozen scampi in breadcrumbs White fish fillets portions in crumb or batter Fresh Prawns in batter CHICKEN Chicken portions in crumb Fresh chicken drumsticks in crumb Frozen Chicken nuggets FRUIT/VEGETABLES Fruit fritters 2 ­ 3pieces Vegetable fritters Frozen Onion Rings Fresh Onions/mushrooms Frying Temp 190°C 190°C 190°C 170°C 170°C 190°C 170°C 170°C 190°C 190°C 190°C 190°C 150°C Frying time 6 ­ 8 minutes 9 ­ 12 minutes 9 ­ 11 minutes 3 ­ 5 minutes 10 ­ 15 minutes (depending on fish thickness) 3 ­ 5 minutes 15 ­ 20 minutes (small/medium size) 20 ­ 30 minutes (large size) 15 minutes 6 ­ 8 minutes 3 3 3 3 ­ ­ ­ ­ 5 5 5 5 minutes minutes minutes minutes 3 operating the timer 1 Press the button once, the display will flash "00". 2 Press again to set the countdown time in 1 minute intervals. Hold the button in until the required set time is reached ie "05" = 5 minutes. Note: The timer will only display seconds when the countdown time is below 1 minute. 3 The display will flash for 5 seconds - during this period the set time can be increased by holding the button in again. [. . . ] For baked on oil, we recommend soaking the bowl prior to dishwashing. G G G G G G G G 4 Troubleshooting guide Problem Fryer does not work Possible Cause Fryer not plugged in Fuse blown Solution Check fryer is plugged in Check the fuse/circuit breaker for your installation and replace the fuse if necessary. If this does not solve the problem refer to the "service" section. Check that electrics unit is inserted properly. Refer to frying chart for recommended quantities. [. . . ]