User manual SEVERIN FR 2419

[. . . ] Do not, under any circumstances, connect the heating element to the power supply when it has been removed from the unit. Do not allow the power cord to hang free; the cord must be kept well away from hot parts of the appliance. Always switch off and remove the plug from the wall socket after use, as well as - in cases of any malfunction and, - during cleaning. When removing the plug from the wall socket, never pull on the power cord; always grip the plug itself. [. . . ] Frying container The recess below the heating element acts as a cooling area where residual particles resulting from the frying process, as well as other impurities, are collected. The circulation of the oil/fat results in a lower temperature level around the recess area. - Inserting the frying container: Place the frying container into the housing. - Fill amount: Before heating up, the oil/fat level must be between the minimum and maximum fill level marks inside the frying container. - Types of oil/fat to be used: Only pure vegetable oil/solidified fat should be used in this deep fryer. Oil: We recommend the use of oil specifically intended for deep-frying, which may be safely heated to high temperatures. However, solidified fat may be added straight into the frying container, if it already contains liquid fat up to the minimum level mark. The fat should be cut into 7 Thermal safety cut-out Should the oil/fat level fall below the safe level for operation, the integral thermal safety cut-out will be activated and the heating element is switched off. If this occurs, allow sufficient time for the appliance to cool down, then add the required amount of oil/fat. Use the reset lever inside the power cord storage compartment to reset the safety cut-out. Should the safety cut-out be activated repeatedly despite a sufficient oil/fat amount in the frying container, the appliance must no longer be used; please have it examined by a qualified person before it is used again. The food should be allowed to float freely without the pieces touching each other. When using battered food, make sure that the batter is firmly attached to the food and all excess flour is removed. Often-used oil/fat is readily recognisable as it is viscous and darker in colour, and gives off an unpleasant smell or tends to foam. Old oil/fat (or oil containing a residue of particles from earlier use) is inflammable and tends to ignite easily. It is therefore best to change the oil/fat after it has been used three or four times, bearing in mind that its life-span depends mainly on the kind and quantity of food fried. The life span can be extended by filtering the frying oil/fat after each cycle of use. The frying oil/fat may be stored inside the deep fryer if the unit is kept closed and stored in a cool place. However, ensure that the appliance containing the hot oil/fat has sufficiently cooled down. Nutrition-conscious deep-frying For nutritious, healthy deep-frying we recommend to use a temperature setting of 9 no higher than 175°C when deep-frying amylaceous food, i. e. With the reduced frying temperature, and with an equally reduced amount of food in the frying basket, the build-up of substances detrimental to health is limited to a minimum. General care and cleaning Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is disconnected from the power supply and has cooled down completely. [. . . ] - To remove the oil from the frying container, wait until the oil/fat has cooled down sufficiently but is still liquid; carefully take out the heating element and remove the oil/fat with a soup ladle. Once the temperature has dropped sufficiently, you may also remove the frying container carefully and pour out the oil/fat into a heat-resistant container. The oil/fat can be filtered by pouring it through absorbent paper inserted into a heat-resistant funnel or into the frying basket itself. - The frying container should be removed before cleaning it in hot water or in a dish-washer. [. . . ]