User manual DELONGHI ELECTRIC FRYER F603

[. . . ] 4). The graphics on the fryer and the table attached on cooking times will help you in determining the ideal frying temperature. Plug in the fryer. The red light "power" will come on indicating the fryer is heating up only after the timer has been set (fig. 4 Electric Fryer F600 GB-F603OKIDL 6-08-2004 14:10 Pagina 4 9. Lowering the basket too quickly may result in the overflowing of hot oil. Frying foods fig. [. . . ] Thanks to the non-stick coating, the bowl will be easy to clean by hand with hot water and a non-abrasive sponge or soft cloth. NEVER immerse or pour water into the fryer. Cleaning the basket lifting system Brush the metal parts of the lifting system with hot water and dishwashing liquid as soon as you have finished frying. Cleaning the fryer body Clean the outside of the fryer with a damp, soft cloth. The lid is removable for easy cleaning: Open the lid and pull it firmly upward until it comes off. Dry thoroughly and put the filters back into its compartment. To reattach the lid hold it slightly tilted backwards and press it firmly back down into the rear casing making sure the spring is fitted into the groove until it clicks into place. (TIP: brushing the inside of the window with a little lemon juice or vinegar helps preventing condensation build-up. ) IMPORTANT: never immerse the fryer, cord or plug in water or any other liquid. Never use abrasive cleaners or abrasive scouring pads to clean your fryer. We recommend cleaning the fryer after each use. Storing the oil The sealed lid of your fryer allows you to store the oil inside the appliance. The fryer must be stored at room temperature. Changing the filters The life of the filters depends on the type of food fried. The mesh filters will absorb unpleasant frying odors for about 15 fryings. Unpack the filters and insert them in the filter compartment with the thick white layer underneath. Warning: do not use the appliance with over used filters as this could cause bad odours and obstruct the steam. 5 Electric Fryer F600 GB-F603OKIDL 6-08-2004 14:10 Pagina 6 Setting the timer (fig. Set the timer again before the fryer basket and food are lowered into the hot oil according to the food cooking time. The frying time is intended as frying guide and should be adjusted to suit quantity or thickness of food. 6 Note: If the timer has not been set, the fryer does not work. Fry guide time and temperature chart These frying times are intended as a guide only and should be adjusted to suit quantity or thickness of food as per your own tastes. Type of food Fresh chips 1 kg Frozen chips 500 g Fish Whitebait-just enough to Cover the basket area Fresh cod or haddock in batter Frozen cod or haddock in batter Frozen plaice MEAT Frozen hamburgers Chicken portions in crumbs small/medium size Chicken portions in crumbs large size Frozen veal escalopes Fresh chicken drumsticks in crumbs Temperature °C 190 170 190 190 170 190 150 170 170 170 170 Time in Minutes 10-15 minutes 9-12 minutes 5-8 minutes 10-8 minutes 18-25 minutes 10-6 minutes 5-8 minutes 5-20 minutes 20-30 minutes 5-8 minutes 15 minutes The timer will not switch the fryer off or affect the cooking temperature. Electric Fryer F600 6 GB-F603OKIDL 6-08-2004 14:10 Pagina 7 Frying frozen food · Due to their extremely low temperature, frozen foods inevitably lower the temperature of the oil. For good results each time you fry, we recommend you do not exceed the maximum quantities set out in the following table. · Frozen foods are frequently covered with a coating of ice crystals which must be removed before cooking. This can be done by shaking the basket. Lower the basket very slowly into the oil, to ensure that the oil does not boil over. Close the fryer lid after the basket has been placed inside the fryer. The cooking times are approximate and must be varied according to the initial temperature of the food which is to be fried and according to the temperature recommended by the frozen food producer. Type of food CHIPS (*) POTATOES CROQUETTES FISH MEAT Cod fingers Shrimps Chicken cutlets (n. Temperature Time in Minutes Quantity °C (grms) 500 190 8-11 500 500 500 300 190 190 190 190 10-11 6-8 6-8 7-9 WARNING: Before immersing the basket, check that the lid is firmly closed. Naturally a larger quantity of frozen potatoes can be fried, taking into consideration that they will be a little more greasy due to the sudden drop in the temperature of the oil upon immersion. 7 Electric Fryer F600 GB-F603OKIDL 6-08-2004 14:10 Pagina 8 Problem solving Fault Unpleasant odours Cause The filters are saturated. Contact the Service Centre (thermal safety device will need to be replaced). The oil overflows The oil has deteriorated and causes too much foam. [. . . ] · The materials and objects likely to come into contact with foodstuffs conform to EEC Directive. · Using the appliance for the first time may result in minimal smoke. · Children or infirm persons should not be allowed to use this product unsupervised. If your electricity supply point has only two pin socket outlets, or if you are in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. [. . . ]