User manual MIELE KM 403 FRYER

[. . . ] Operating instructions Deep fat fryer KM 403 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time. GHirZ M. -Nr. 05 813 370 Contents Description of the appliance . 10 Cleaning and heating up for the first time . 25 2 Description of the appliance a Lid b Frying basket c Handle (fold-away, removable) d Hanging facility e Basket hanging support f Heating element (can be raised up; rating - 2700 W) g Temperature indicator light h Operating indicator light i Drain tap j Control (red dot: 170 °C) k Oil reservoir (capacity: min. [. . . ] Never switch it on when it is empty or when the heating element is raised up. ^ Turn the control to 100 °C and wait until the fat has melted. ^ When all the fat has melted check the level in the reservoir. This needs to be between the minimum and maximum level indicators at the back of the reservoir. 12 Using the fryer Frying Proceed as follows: ^ Set the frying temperature required (see chart) and wait until the temperature indicator light goes out for the first time. The oil has now reached the set temperature. ^ Carefully lower the frying basket containing the food to be fried into the hot oil. If the oil froths a lot, lift the basket out of the oil briefly and then slowly lower it into the hot fat again. ^ When the food is cooked, lift the basket out of the hot oil. Shake the basket a little to remove any excess oil, and then hang it on its support. Do not leave food suspended over the reservoir for too long as steam from the oil can cause the food to lose its crispness. Finally, place the food onto kitchen paper towel to soak up any remaining excess oil. Whilst frying food make sure you to not touch the hot oil. Protect you hands in particular, for instance by wearing heat resistant oven gloves. Blanching It is also possible to use this appliance for blanching vegetables by using water instead of oil or fat. 13 Using the fryer Food (fresh) Breaded chicken portions Unbreaded turkey steaks Cumberland sausages Camembert Raw battered vegetables Raw battered mushrooms Saute potatoes Croquette potatoes Fried bread Chips Crisps Jam doughnuts Pineapple fritters Banana fritters * Quantity 2 x 250 g pieces 2 x 250 g pieces 4 4 pieces 400 g 400 g 400 g 400 g 500 g 400 g 400 g 4 pieces 2 pieces 2 pieces Temperature* in °C 170 180 170 170 170 170 170 170 200 170 170 170 170 170 Frying time in minutes 8-10 3-5 7-8 2-3 7-9 2-3 2-3 pre-frying 2-4 frying 3-5 30 secs - 1 min pre-frying 4-6 frying 2-4 3-5 6-8 2-3 3-4 The temperature setting for 170 °C is marked with a red dot. Please note: The times given are only a guide. The actual cooking times will depend on the size and quantity of food cooked. 14 Using the fryer Food (frozen) Fish fingers Beef burgers Croquette potatoes Chips Spring rolls Scampi Unbreaded plaice fillets Squid rings * Quantity 300 g 220 g 400 g 250 g 400 g 2 x 60 g 250 g 300 g 250 g Temperature* in °C 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 180 Frying time in minutes 4-6 5-6 pre-frying 1-2 frying 3-4 2-3 3-4 8-10 4-5 3-5 2-3 The temperature setting for 170 °C is marked with a red dot. Please note: The times given are only a guide. The actual cooking times will depend on the size and quantity of food cooked. 15 Using the fryer Frying tips Handling and preparing food correctly is essential for maintaining good health. Food should be fried until it is golden brown. ­ The oil or fat needs to be hot enough to seal the food quickly. If the temperature is too low the food will absorb too much fat, making it difficult to digest. It is important to wait until the temperature indicator goes out (which means the set temperature has been reached), before adding food to the fryer. ­ Best results are achieved by keeping to the temperature guidelines given in the chart. Only use temperatures above 170 °C where absolutely necessary (e. g. for fish and meat which has not been coated in breadcrumbs or pastry). [. . . ] Check whether ­ the safety cut-out has been activated (see "Safety cut-out switch"). ­ the appliance has been switched on at the mains and that the mains fuse is in order. If the fuse has blown, contact an electrician or the Service Department. 22 Electrical connection Electrical connection All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations (BS 7651 in the UK). Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. [. . . ]