User manual DELONGHI D996UX

[. . . ] Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the thermostat to the "OFF" position, then remove plug from wall outlet 13. Be sure handle is properly assembled to basket and locked in placed. THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY WARNING · Plug cord into a 120 volt AC outlet. · Only connect the appliance to electrical sockets which have a minimum load of 15A and which are properly earthed (for appliances with a grounding plug). [. . . ] When the temperature set has been reached, signal lamp "T" will switch off. As soon as the signal lamp switches off, immerse the basket in the oil, lowering the handle slowly after sliding the handle's slider back (C). · It is completely normal for a considerable amount of very hot steam to rise out of filter cover "F" immediately after this. · At the start of cooking, immediately after the food has been immersed in the oil, the internal wall of viewing window "E" (where present) will steam up, before progressively clearing. · It is normal for drops of condensation to form around the basket handle while the appliance is working. In the models fitted with the electronic minute timer Set the cooking time by pressing key "O"; display "N" will show the minutes set. The figures will begin flashing immediately afterwards, signifying that the cooking time has 8 GB 24-01-2003 8:25 Pagina 9 started. In the event of error, the new cooking time can be set by keeping the key pressed down for more than 2 seconds. The minute timer will show the end of the cooking time with two series of beeps at an interval of about 20 seconds. In order to switch off the audible alarm you only need press minute timer button "O". WARNING: the minute timer does not switch the appliance off. Replacing the minute timer battery · Remove the minute timer from its compartment (fig. 7) placed on the back in an anticlockwise direction until it is released. If the appliance is to be replaced or thrown away, the battery must be removed and disposed of in accordance with the current laws as it represents an environmental hazard. 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 you consider the cooking to be finished, switch off the appliance by turning the thermostat knob to the "OFF" position until you hear the click of the internal switch. Allow the excess oil to drip off by leaving the basket in the deep fryer in the raised position. potatoes) raise the basket at the end of the first phase and wait for the signal lamp to switch off again. Then immerse the basket back in the oil for a second time (see enclosed tables). FILTERING THE OIL OR FAT We recommend that you carry out this procedure each time you have finished frying 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 of the oil or fat. WARNING: Never empty the deep fryer by tilting it or turning it upside down (fig. To avoid the appliance falling when filtering the oil, keep the lid in the appliance in the open position and be careful that feet "M" are always inside the area of the work surface (fig. Place oil container "Q" without the lid "J" in the special compartment (fig. 10). Extract drainage pipe "S", remove plug "L" while at the same time squeezing the pipe between two fingers to avoid the liquid coming out until it has been positioned above the filter (see fig. [. . . ] This warranty runs for one year from the date of delivery and applies only to the original purchaser. This warranty does not cover defects or damage of the appliance which result from repairs or alterations to the machine outside our factory or authorized service centers, nor shall it apply to any appliance which has been subject to abuse, misuse, negligence or accidents. Also, consequential and incidental damages resulting from the use of this product or arising out of any breach of contract or breach of this warranty are not recoverable under this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. [. . . ]