User manual DELONGHI F18311

[. . . ] · The basket fits automatically onto the central pin in the bowl. · Before using the deep fryer for the first time, wash the bowl (Z), basket (E), lid (B) (after removing the filters) and oil saver set (O, P and Q) in hot water and washing up liquid. At the end of the operation, dry everything thoroughly and remove any water left in the bottom of the bowl and inside the oil drain hose. · During operation, the drain hose must always be closed and in its compartment. [. . . ] The timer indicates the end of cooking time with two series of "beeps" separated by a 20 second gap. To turn off the signal, just press the timer button (S). IMPORTANT: the timer does not turn the appliance off FRYING NON-FROZEN FOOD · The food being fried must not be immersed in the oil until the oil has reached the correct temperature and the light has gone off. This could cause a sudden drop in the temperature of the oil and therefore greasier and less uniform frying. · When cooking food in batter, you should first immerse the basket empty. Then, when the set temperature has been reached (the light goes out), immerse the food directly in the hot oil to avoid the batter sticking to the basket. · Dry the food thoroughly before immersing it in the oil or fat as moist foods will be less crispy after cooking (especially potatoes). Foods with a high water content (fish, meat, vegetables) should ideally be coated in breadcrumbs or flour before frying. Make sure to remove excess flour or breadcrumbs before immersing the food in the oil. 11 Food POTATO CHIPS Recommended quantity for best results with 1. 5 litres of oil Maximum quantity with 1. 1 litre of oil Maximum quantity with 1. 5 litres of oil Max. quantity (g) 600 1000 1200 500 500 600 500-600 500 500-600 250 300 400 250 400 400 300 200 Temperature (°C) 190 190 190 160 160 160 170 160 160 170 170 160 150 160 150 170 170 Time (minutes) 10-12 20-22 20-22 9-10 9-10 7-10 8-10 8-10 6-7 5-6 6-7 7-9 10-12 8-9 9-10 11-12 8-10 FISH Squid Scallops Scampi tails Sardines Cuttlefish Sole (3) Beef cutlets (2) Chicken cutlets (3) Meat balls (8 - 10) Artichokes Cauliflower Mushrooms Aubergines Courgettes MEAT VEGETABLES Cooking times and temperatures are approximate and must be adjusted according to quantity and personal tastes. FRYING FROZEN FOOD Frozen foods are often covered with a layer of ice. Immerse the basket in the oil very slowly to prevent the oil from boiling over. Food POTATO CHIPS Recommended quantity for best results with 1. 5 litres of oil Maximum quantity with 1. 1 litres of oil Maximum quantity with 1. 5 litres of oil Max. quantity (g) 200 (*) 600 1000 500 300 300 200 Temperature (°C) 190 190 190 190 190 190 180 Time (minutes) 4-6 14-16 21-23 7-8 4-6 4-6 6-8 POTATO CROQUETTES FISH MEAT Fish fingers Shrimps Chicken cutlets (3) Cooking times and temperatures are approximate and must be adjusted according to quantity and personal tastes. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARD: Before immersing the basket, make sure the lid is tightly closed. You can, of course, fry a larger quantity of frozen potato chips, but they will be greasier as a result of the sudden drop in oil temperature on immersion. 12 FILTERING THE OIL OR FAT You should filter the oil or fat each time you fry, especially if you cook food in breadcrumbs or flour. Make sure the oil is sufficiently cold (wait about two hours). MODELS WITHOUT DRAIN HOSE (R) AND OIL CONTAINER (P) 1. Hook the basket to the edge of the bowl and place the filter supplied in the bottom of the basket (fig. Filters are available from your local dealer or one of our service centres. Then pour the oil or fat back into the deep fryer very slowly to avoid it overflowing from the filter (fig. Place the oil container (P) without the lid (O) in the special housing (fig. 8, remove the drain hose (R), remove the cap (N) (in models without oil container, use any suitable recipient). [. . . ] To empty the water, always use the oil drain hose (if present) as shown in fig. · Use the brush provided to clean the inside of the oil drainage hose (fig. For models with non-stick bowl, never use abrasive objects or detergents to clean the bowl. Clean with a soft cloth and neutral detergent only. Important information for correct disposal of the product in accordance with EC Directive 2002/96/EC. [. . . ]