User manual MORPHY RICHARDS ESSENTIALS COOLWALL FRYER

[. . . ] Do not stop to remove clothing, get medical help quickly. Mains lead · The mains lead should reach from the socket to the base unit without straining the connections. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or the counter and keep it away from any hot surfaces. between a low socket and table. Product safety · · Never connect the fryer to the electricity supply without oil in the tank. Never operate with oil level below the minimum mark (1. 6 litres) or above the maximum mark (1. 8 litres). · · Other safety considerations · Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. [. . . ] 6 Fix the handle to the basket by pulling the lock button back and slide the handle into the slot on the basket. Let go of the lock button, so that the handle locks into place and the bar is located D. There are two methods of cooking in your fryer; one general method for most food types and another for home battered products. 1 2 3 4 Preparing for the first time Turn to the section `Emptying, cleaning', and clean the fryer thoroughly, to remove any manufacturing residues, dust etc. Filling IMPORTANT: Do not connect the fryer to the electricity supply yet. Remove the lid and take out the basket and handle. 4 DF45455M UK 7/5/04 11:13 AM Page 5 D Bar located 1 Leave the basket in the down position. 2 Coat the raw food in the batter and allow it to drain slightly to get rid of the excess coating. 3 Very carefully and slowly lower the coated food into the hot oil, using a suitable implement or tongs. This allows the batter to become solid and prevents it sealing to the mesh of the basket. WARNING: Take care as the oil may spit as the food is added. General cooking method 1 Place the basket in the raised position by locating the basket clip on the fryer rim. The basket should always be in the raised position when it is to be filled with food. 3 Lower the basket into the oil and remove the handle by pulling the lock button towards you and lifting it out. · You can time the cooking process or remove the lid occasionally to observe progress. 5 When the food is cooked, remove the lid, attach the removable handle to the basket and lift the basket out of the oil and onto its raised position for a few seconds to drain. 6 Remove the basket and put the fried food in a dish with fat absorbing kitchen paper. Remove any condensation from the underside of the lid with kitchen paper and wipe any spilt oil from the fryer body. 8 Replace the lid for storage. Cooking more food? If you want to cook more food right away, wipe the underside of the lid with kitchen paper, so that it soaks up any condensation. This water must be removed before the lid is replaced again, as water falling into the hot oil will make it spit, possibly ejecting hot oil. Getting the best from your fryer Oil · Always ensure that you use a good quality oil for deep frying. · Solid fat (lard) and solid oil can be used, this should first be melted in a pan until softened, then carefully transferred into the fryer bowl. IMPORTANT: Do not switch the fryer on until the fryer bowl is filled with oil or solid oil lard. Cooking home-battered foods This method allows for the fact that if wet batter is placed in the basket prior to cooking the food may stick. Follow the general cooking method, except as follows. 5 DF45455M UK 7/5/04 11:13 AM Page 6 Cooking · Your food must always be completely dry in order to avoid overflowing, to prolong the use of the oil and to give a crisper finish to the food. [. . . ] The filter can be used for about 15 frying sessions, it must then be changed to maintain the effectiveness of the odour filter system. 1 Lift the filter panel from the lid by pressing the tab and lifting upwards E, remove the black charcoal and white cotton filter and discard. E 6 DF45455M UK 7/5/04 11:13 AM Page 7 Frying times & temperature chart These frying times are intended as a guide only and should be adjusted to suit quantity or thickness of food and your own taste. Fresh cut chips 1kg 190ºC 10-12min Frozen chips 800g 190ºC 12-15min Fresh Cod or Haddock 300/400g 2 or 3 pieces 190ºC 8-10 min Frozen Cod or Haddock 300/400g 2 or 3 pieces 170ºC 10-15 min Frozen Plaice 1x150g piece 190ºC (5-6 min) Whitebate just enough to cover base of basket 190ºC 1-2 min Scampi frozen in crumbs 170ºC (3-5 min) Just enough to cover base of basket Beefburgers* 150 or 170ºC 2oz/55g 4 pieces 4-6 min 4oz/110g 2 pieces 5-10 min Fresh or defrosted chicken portions in crumbs* 2x200g pieces 170ºC 20-25 min Frozen chicken portions in crumbs* 2x200g pieces 170ºC 25-30 min Mushrooms 200g 190ºC 2-3 min Weights stated are maximum advised. *Chicken and Beef burgers can taint the oil leaving a taste you may not want when frying other foods, if so change the oil. Helpline If you have any difficulty with your appliance, do not hesitate to call us. [. . . ]