5725110000 F350 15-01-2003 12:28 Pagina 1 instructions Electric deep fryer 5725110000 F350 15-01-2003 12:28 Pagina 2 Description of appliance The following terms are used throughout the instruction manual Electric deep fryer 2 5725110000 F350 15-01-2003 12:28 Pagina 3 Thank you for choosing this deep fryer.To get the best results from your deep fryer it is advisable to read these instructions before using the appliance. This is the only way to ensure optimum results and maximum safety. Installation · · · Before use, check that the appliance has not been damaged during transport. Remove the appliance from the packaging, including any p.o.s. Before use, check that the power supply voltage corresponds to the value shown on the appliance rating plate.The appliance must always be connected to a well earthed socket rated at 10A minimum.The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by inadequate earthing of the appliance. Wash the bowl, the lid (remove filters) and the basket with hot water and dry thoroughly. Never switch the fryer on before adding oil or fat. If the fryer is operated without oil or fat, a thermal safety device stops the operation of the appliance. If this occurs contact one of our authorized service centres before re-using the appliance. Place the fryer on a flat work surface at a safe distance from taps and sinks. · · · 1 2 Using the Fryer · Open the lid, lifting it by the handle in the direction of arrow 1, then lift it in the direction of arrow 2 (see Fig. 1) and remove the basket and handle. Pour 1.3 litres of oil into the container (or 1.2 kg of fat). For best results, use good quality oil. Avoid mixing different types of oil. If using lumps of solid fat, cut them into small pieces so that the deep fryer does not heat up in the first few minutes without a uniform covering of fat.The temperature must be set to 150°C until the fat has melted completely.The required temperature can then be set. · · fig. 1 Warning The level of oil must always be between the maximum and minimum limits indicated on the inside of the bowl. Do not use the deep fryer when the level of oil is below the `min' mark as this may trip the thermal safety device (to replace it contact one of our recommended service centres). Pre-heating · Set the thermostat knob to the desired temperature (fig. 2), the indicator light will switch on.When the set temperature is reached, the indicator light will switch off. fig. 2 3 Electric deep fryer 5725110000 F350 15-01-2003 12:28 Pagina 4 Frying 1 2 1. Unfold the handle on the basket until it locks into place (pos. 2 fig. 3). Pull the handle on the basket upwards until the handle slide clicks into place (pos. 3 fig. 4). 2. Place the food to be fried into the basket, without overfilling (max 0.7 Kg of fresh potato).When frying ensure the food is evenly distributed in the basket. If cooking from frozen remove as much ice as possible by shaking the basket before placing in the oil. (See Frying frozen foods). 3. Lower the basket slowly into the oil.The basket will sit on the base of the bowl. 4. Close the lid by pressing it lightly downwards until it "clicks" into place. 5. To lower the handle, move the slide backwards and turn it downwards. (It is normal for drops of condensate to form around the handle of the basket when the appliance is operating). · It is completely normal for a significant quantity of hot steam to be released from the filter cover immediately after this operation. fig. 3 3 fig. 4 Note: when cooking in two phases (e.g.: potatoes), open the lid, lift the basket and hook onto the rim of the bowl, wait for the indicator light to switch off again, then lower the basket slowly back into the oil (see the cooking tables). After frying When the set cooking time has elapsed, lift the basket and check that the food has been cooked to the desired colour. If the food is completely cooked, turn the appliance off by moving the thermostat knob to "OFF", (until the switch "clicks"). Allow the excess oil to drain from the food by hooking the basket onto the rim of the bowl. Electric deep fryer 4 5725110000 F350 15-01-2003 12:28 Pagina 5 Filtering the oil or fat Before performing cleaning or maintenance operations, turn the machine off, allow it to cool down and unplug from the mains socket. This procedure should be carried out each time you have finished frying, especially when the food has been coated in crumbs or flour.The food particles tend to burn if they remain in the liquid, thus causing much quicker deterioration of the oil or fat. Check that the oil is cool enough (wait around two hours). Move the deep fryer towards the edge of the work surface (Fig. 5). To prevent the appliance from falling while filtering the oil, make sure that the feet always remain on the work surface (Fig. 5). fig. 5 Oil drain tube Proceed as follows: 1. Raise the lid of the fryer and remove the basket. 2. Open the panel (as shown in Fig. 6) and take out the oil drain tube. 3. Remove the cap (as shown in Fig. 6) and at the same time hold the tube between two fingers to prevent the liquid from being released until the end of the tube has been placed in a container. 4. Let the liquid flow out into a container (Fig. 7), ensuring that it does not spill. Never empty the deep fryer by tilting it or turning it upside down (Fig. 8). 5. Remove any deposits from the bowl using a sponge or absorbent paper. 6. Put the tube back in the compartment, after replacing the cap, and then close the panel. 7. Hook the basket to the rim of the bowl and place the filter supplied in the bottom of the basket (Fig. 9). 8. Pour the oil or fat very slowly into the basket ensuring that it does not overflow from the filter. After use throw the filter away. N.B:The filtered oil can be stored inside the deep fryer. If a long period elapses between cooking, the oil should be stored in a sealed container, to prevent it from deteriorating. Ideally oil used to fry fish should be kept separate. If lard or fat is used, make sure it does not cool down too much, otherwise it will solidify. It is advisable to check the drainage tube frequently for wear and tear. If in doubt contact your nearest serice centre. fig. 10 5 Electric deep fryer fig. 6 fig. 7 fig. 8 fig. 9 5725110000 F350 15-01-2003 12:28 Pagina 6 A Replacing the filters With time the anti-odour filters inside the lid lose their effectiveness. A change of colour in the filter, visible through hole `A' (Fig. 11), inside the lid, shows that the filter needs to be changed. To replace it, remove plastic filter cover (Fig. 11) by pressing hook in the direction of arrow 1, then lift it in the direction of arrow 2. Replace the filters. N.B:The white filter must rest on the metal part (Fig. 13) and the coloured area must face upwards (towards the black filter). Reassemble the filter cover, being careful to insert the front hooks correctly. Do not run the appliance with over-used filters, as this can cause bad odours and obstruct the steam. fig. 11 2 1 fig. 12 fig. 13 Electric deep fryer 6 5725110000 F350 15-01-2003 12:28 Pagina 7 Cleaning Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the electrical socket. * Never immerse the deep fryer in water or hold it under the tap.The infiltration of water may cause short-circuiting and electric shocks. After allowing the oil to cool for about 2 hours, empty out the oil or fat as previously described in the paragraph "filtering the oil or fat". Remove the lid by lifting it carefully (Fig. 14). Do not wash the lid before removing the filters. To clean the bowl, proceed as follows: · Place the fryer on the draining surface of the sink and remove the oil drain tube (see previous paragraph `oil drain tube'). Let the tube hang over the sink. Using a jug of warm soapy water and a soft brush gently clean the inside of the bowl, the dirty water will flow directly into the sink (fig. 15). · A plastic pipe cleaner is supplied with the product for use in cleaning the oil drainage tube (Fig. 16). It is essential that no alternative pipe cleaners are used as DAMAGE may occur to the tube. · Regular examination of the oil drainage tube should be carried out. If the tube appear damaged it should only be replaced by a De'Longhi appointed service agent, contact De'Longhi customer services for your local agent address. · The basket should be cleaned regularly, with care being taken to remove any deposits.The basket and its handle can be washed in the dishwasher. · Dry the outside of the deep fryer using a soft, damp cloth, to remove any splashes and drops of oil or condensation. · Clean and dry the seal, to prevent it from sticking to the deep fryer bowl when the appliance is not in use. · After washing, dry thoroughly. Remove any residual water from the bottom of the bowl and, above all, from inside the oil drain tube.This will prevent dangerous splashes of hot oil during operation. fig. 14 fig. 15 fig. 16 7 Electric deep fryer 5725110000 F350 15-01-2003 12:28 Pagina 8 Cooking hints Changing the oil or fat The oil or fat must never fall below the minimum level, when this occurs top up with new oil. It is advisable to change the oil regularly to maintain the quality and taste of the food.The length of time the oil or fat will last depends on what is fried. For example, the oil must be changed more often if food coated in breadcrumbs is fried frequently. Oil deteriorates if constantly reheated, we advise that the oil be completely changed every 5/8 times or in the following circumstances: · unpleasant odours · smoke when frying · the oil becomes dark in colour How to fry correctly · It is important to follow the recommended temperature for every recipe. If the temperature is too low, the fried food absorbs oil. If the temperature is too high, a crust quickly forms on the outside while the inside remains uncooked. When frying small quantities of food, the temperature of the oil must be set lower than the temperature indicated to avoid the oil boiling too violently. The food being fried must only be immersed when the oil has reached the right temperature, i.e. when the indicator light switches off. Too much food in the basket lowers the temperature of the oil quickly, resulting in unevenly fried and greasy food. Check that the food is sliced thinly and of even thickness, food which is too thick cooks badly on the inside, despite looking cooked, while food of an even thickness reaches the ideal cooking point all at the same time. Dry the food completely before immersing it in the oil or fat, as damp food becomes soggy after cooking (especially potatoes). Food with a high water content (fish, meat, vegetables) should be coated in crumbs or flour, being careful to remove the excess breadcrumbs or flour before immersing it in the oil. · · · · · Electric deep fryer 8 5725110000 F350 15-01-2003 12:28 Pagina 9 Frying non-frozen food Type of food CHIPS half portion full portion FISH Scampi tails Sardines Squid Sole (1) Beef cutlets (1) Chicken cutlets (1) Meat balls (6) Maximum Temperature quantity °C 350g 700g 250g 250g 250g 130g 120g 120g 250g 150g 200g 200g 50g 150g 190 190 160 170 160 160 160 160 160 150 160 150 170 160 Time in minutes 1st phase 4-5 2nd phase 1-2 1st phase 9-10 2nd phase 2-3 5-6 6-7 6-7 5-6 5-7 4-6 4-6 5-6 4-5 4-5 3-4 5-6 MEAT VEGETABLES Artichokes Cauliflower Mushrooms Aubergines (2 slices) Courgettes Please remember that the cooking times and temperatures are approximate, and must be adjusted according to the quantity of food and personal tastes. 9 Electric deep fryer 5725110000 F350 15-01-2003 12:28 Pagina 10 Frying frozen foods · 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 being fried and according to the temperature recommended by the frozen food producer. Food CHIPS POTATO CROQUETTES FISH MEAT Cod fingers (6) Shrimps Chicken cutlet Maximum Temperature °C quantity 200g (*) 350g 150g 150g 120g 190 190 190 190 190 Time in minutes 1st phase 2-4 2nd phase 1-2 6-7 4-5 4-5 3-5 (*) This is the recommended quantity for excellent results. 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. Electric deep fryer 10 5725110000 F350 15-01-2003 12:28 Pagina 11 Pr ...