User manual PHILIPS HD6162

[. . . ] You can find this information on the package or label. â· Make sure the fryer is at least filled to a level between the two indication marks on the inside of the inner pot. Always check the oil or fat level before you switch the appliance on. â· A thermal safety cut-out will switch the appliance off if it overheats (see Safety). [. . . ] â· Store the fryer with the resolidified fat still in it at room temperature. If the fat gets very cold, it may start spattering when melted. If you are using oil or liquid fat, you can leave the basket in the fryer while the fryer is heating up. Of course you can also leave the basket in the fryer if the fryer contains fat that has resolidified around the basket. - Remove the basket from the fryer and put the food to be fried in the basket. â· Never exceed the maximum amounts of food to be fried at one time as indicated in these instructions for use (see Table). The lid is meant to keep the fryer free from dust when it is not used. Do not put the lid on the fryer during the frying process. - To obtain a uniform golden frying result, lift the basket out of the oil or fat a few times during frying and carefully shake the contents. After frying - When the food is properly fried, fix the basket in its highest position, the draining position (fig. - Lift the frying basket carefully out of the frying pan and, if necessary, shake it over the fryer to remove excess oil or fat. - Put the fried food in a bowl or colander containing grease-absorbing paper, e. - Switch the fryer off by means of the on/off switch and set the temperature control to it lowest position (turn it anti-clockwise all the way). â· If you do not use the fryer regularly, it is best to store the oil or liquid fat in well-closed bottles, preferably in the fridge or in a cool place, after it has cooled down. Fill the bottles by pouring the oil or fat through a fine sieve to remove food particles. To empty the fryer, remove the lid, the frying basket and the control panel with the heating element, lift the inner pot from the housing of the fryer and pour out the oil or fat (see "Cleaning"). - Put the control panel with the heating element in a safe, dry place. â· Never immerse the control panel with the heating element in water nor rinse these parts under the tap!If necessary, clean these parts with a moist cloth. Rinse them with clean water and dry them properly. Do not use any caustic or abrasive cleaning agents or materials such as washing soda, scouring liquid or powder or scouring pads to clean the parts. type HD 6162 only: the parts can also be cleaned in the dishwasher. [. . . ] As a rule, oil or fat keeps less long if you use it to fry food that is rich in proteins, such as meat and fish. - Do not add fresh oil or fat to used oil or fat. - Change the oil if it starts foaming when it is heated, when it has a strong taste or smell or when it turns dark and/or syrupy. Environment It is best to dispose of used oil or liquid fat by pouring it back into its original plastic bottle with locking cap. [. . . ]