User manual DELONGHI F270

[. . . ] The replacement cable must be in compliance with current safety legislation and must have the same diameter as the original cable. · In case of leaks, contact your nearest service centre or authorized dealer. · When the appliance is in operation, the drainage tube (if fitted) must always be closed and positioned in its compartment. · Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the electric cable - always use the plug itself. [. . . ] Filling with oil or fat · Remove the appliance from the package and open the lid by pulling on the relevant handle (fig. If using blocks of solid fat, cut into small pieces to avoid fryer heating dry in the first few minutes; it is also advisable to place thermostat on the 150°C position during initial heating-up phase. Only when completely melted, Pre-heating Set the sliding thermostat control (N) (fig. When the selected temperature is reached, the pilot lamp will switch off. As soon as the light goes off, lower the basket (A) into the oil by inserting the basket handle (B) in the basket (as shown in fig. Always ensure that the handle lock is in place when lifting the basket in or out of the oil Remove the handle and close the lid. · It is normal for a notable quantity of hot vapour to escape from the filter cover immediately following the above mentioned process. · It is also normal for drops of condensation to fall from the lid onto the metal or plastic sides of the appliance while in use. 1 2 1 2 3 f 270 UK 30-11-2000 16:11 Pagina 6 2. Models with an electronic timer (E), may be set to whatever cooking time you desire. If the timer comes with a battery protection tab (H), pull the tab out slightly and then proceed as follows: · Press the ON/START push-button (G): the timer will come on and the figures will start to flash; · Press the "+min" button (F) until the desired setting is obtained; · By pressing the "ON/START" (G) button, the timer will start the count displayed. The figures will stop flashing and the decimal point will start to flash instead. · If an error is made, the count is cancelled by pressing push-buttons F and G simultaneously: in this way the timer is reset at zero. · Once the cooking time is completed, an acoustic signal is given (to stop the signal, simply press one of the two push buttons). The acoustic signal indicates that the programmed cooking time is over, but the appliance is still operating. · The timer switches off automatically 20 seconds after the audible signal has been given. The electronic timer may be removed from the equipment for your easy use (see fig. End of frying time When the selected frying time is completed, hook the basket to the bowl's rim (fig. 5) and check that food is golden brown as desired. When the food is cooked, switch the appliance off by setting the thermostat control to "OFF" until the switch is heard to click off. potatoes), open the lid; hook the basket to the bowl, lower the lid without closing it wait for the indicator light to go off and lower basket again (see enclosed table). Filtering of oil or fat It is advisable to filter the oil or fat after frying in order to remove any food particles, especially if the food is coated in breadcrumbs or flour. Food particles remaining in the oil tend to burn, which causes the oil to deteriorate more quickly. Take care to pinch the end of the tube with two fingers so that the oil does not drain until the tube has been placed in a receptacle. [. . . ] quantity 350g 700g 250g 250g 250g 130g 120g 120g 250g 150g 200g 200g 50g 150g Temperature (°C) 190 190 160 160 170 160 160 160 160 150 160 150 170 160 MEAT 5-7 4-6 4-6 5 4 4 3 5 6 5 5 4 6 VEGETABLES Consult the following chart taking into account that the cooking times and temperatures are approximate and should be varied according to the quantities required and personal taste. f 270 UK 30-11-2000 16:11 Pagina 10 FRYING FROZEN FOODS Frying frozen foods 1. 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 don't exceed the maximum quantities set out in the following table. 2. Frozen foods are frequently covered with a coating of ice crystals, which must be removed before frying. [. . . ]