User manual DELONGHI ELECTRIC FRYER F600

F600 19-07-2004 10:49 Pagina 1 instructions Electric Fryer F600 F600 19-07-2004 10:49 Pagina 2 Description of appliance The following terms are used throughout the instruction manual Lid Condensation tray Viewing window (not on all models) Filters Basket Non-stick bowl Basket handle button Lid release button Basket handle Thermostat knob Green light "Ready" Red light "Power" Electric Fryer F600 2 F600 19-07-2004 10:49 Pagina 3 Thank you for choosing this electric 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. Before using for the first time · · · · · · Read all the sections of this booklet carefully. Remove the fryer from the packaging. Open the lid by pressing the automatic lid button (fig. 1). Raise the basket handle until it locks horizontally (fig. 2). Remove all accessories and printed documents from the basket. Clean the bowl (and the frying basket) with hot water, a little dishwashing liquid and a non-abrasive sponge. Never immerse the appliance in water. Dry thoroughly. fig. 1 Operating the basket handle The frying basket can be controlled from the outside with the lid closed.To raise the basket, lift the handle upward until it clicks horizontally. You can remove the basket when it is in the locked (fig. 3) position by simply lifting it out. When the basket is filled, close the lid, lower the basket by pressing the button on the handle and folding down gently. fig. 2 Pre-heating WARNING: for your safety, do not use your fryer under wall cupboards and keep away from curtains and similar fittings. Never leave the appliance unattended while in use.This appliance is not to be used by children. Note: 1. The oil level must be maintained between the minimum and maximum level marks indicated on the inside of the non-stick bowl. Check the level before each use and add oil if necessary. 2. Do not use the fryer without oil or equivalent substance or with an insufficient level(below the minimum level). Always unplug the fryer when not in use. 3. Select the desired temperature by turing the thermostat knob (fig. 4).The graphics on the fryer and the table attached on cooking times will help you in determining the ideal frying temperature. 4. Pre-heat 10 minutes. 5. Raise the basket to the "up" position. 6. Open the lid. 7. Fill the basket with food with minimum water or ice content. DO NOT OVERFILL THE FRYER. 8. Close the lid. 9. Plug in the fryer.The red light "power" will come on indicating the fryer is heating up (fig. 5). 3 fig. 3 fig. 4 Electric Fryer F600 F600 19-07-2004 10:49 Pagina 4 The green light "ready" will be on when the fryer will reach the desired temperature (fig. 6). 10. When the oil has reached the correct frying temperature, the green light will go off. 11. You can now slowly lower the basket into the oil. Frying foods fig. 5 1. Do not touch any metal parts of the fryer as they may be hot. 2. When the green temperature light is turned off, slowly lower the basket into the hot oil by folding down the handle. Lowering the basket too quickly may result overflowing of the oil. 3. Always use the frying basket to fry foods. Always close the lid during frying. 4. When frying, viewing window enables you to control your foods without opening the lid. 5. It is normal for steam to appear on the window during the first few minutes of use and this will gradually disappear during cooking. 6. During frying hot steam may escape through the filters in the lid.This is normal. fig. 6 At the end of the cooking time When cooking time is ended: 1. Lift the handle to its horizontal position and open the lid. 2. Let the food drain for a minute, then lift the basket out to serve, making sure not to press the button on the handle. 3. Always unplug the deep fryer when you have finished frying. 4. Let the fryer cool completely (1 or 2 hours) before storing or cleaning. 5. Never carry or move the deep fryer with hot oil or fat inside. 6. The deep fryer has a little condensation tray on the back of the appliance.This needs to be checked and emptied occationally. Filtering and changing the oil 1. 2. Make sure the fryer is unplugged and the oil has cooled down before cleaning or storing your fryer. The oil does not need to be changed after each use. On average, oil can be used for 8 to 12 fryings.You will need to change it more often when frying fish or heavily battered foods. We recommend filtering the oil if you see any food debris left in the oil or on the bottom of the non-stick bowl.You can do this as follows: Remove the basket. Carefully pour the oil into another large pot or saucepan. Clean the frying basket and the non-stick bowl with hot water, a little dishwashing liquid and a non abrasive pad or sponge. Over time, the non-stick coating of the bowl may become slightly darker or scratched due to usage.This is normal. 4 3. 4. 5. 6. Electric Fryer F600 F600 19-07-2004 10:49 Pagina 5 Cleaning the non-stick bowl 1. Thanks to the non-stick coating, the bowl will be easy to clean by hand with hot water and a non-abrasive sponge or soft cloth. 2. NEVER immerse or pour water into the fryer. Cleaning the basket lifting system Brush the metal parts of the lifting system with hot water and dishwashing liquid as soon as you have finished frying. Cleaning the fryer body Clean the outside of the fryer with a damp, soft cloth. The lid is removable for easy cleaning: Open the lid and pull it firmly upward until it comes off. Remove the filters and clean the lid with soapy water. Dry thoroughly and put the filters back into its compartment.To reattach the lid hold it slightly tilted backwards and press it firmly back down into the rear casing making sure the spring is fitted into the groove until it clicks into place. Clean the viewing window with dishwashing liquid. Clean regularly to maintain good visibility during cooking. (TIP: brushing the inside of the window with a little lemon juice or vinegar helps preventing condensation build-up.) IMPORTANT: never immerse the fryer, cord or plug in water or any other liquid. Do not wash the lid in a dishwasher. Never use abrasive cleaners or abrasive scouring pads to clean your fryer.We recommend cleaning the fryer after each use. Storing the oil The sealed lid of your fryer allows you to store the oil inside the appliance.The fryer must be stored at room temperature. Changing the filters The life of the filters depends on the type of food fried. The mesh filters will absorb unpleasant frying odors for about 15 fryings. Close the lid of the fryer and open the filter cover. Unpack the filters and insert them in the filter compartment with the thick white layer underneath. Close the filter cover by pressing gently until it clicks shut. Warning: do not use the appliance with over used filters as this could cause bad odours and obstruct the steam. 5 Electric Fryer F600 F600 19-07-2004 10:49 Pagina 6 Frying non-frozen food Type of food CHIPS Half portion Whole portion FISH Squid Scampi tails Sardines Sole (2 pieces) Beef cutlets (2 pieces) Chicken cutlets (2 pieces) Meat balls (13 pieces) Artichokes Cauliflower Mushrooms Aubergines Courgettes Max. Temperature Time in Minutes Quantity °C (grms) 350 700 500 500 500 400 300 300 500 250 300 300 100 300 190 190 160 160 170 160 170 180 170 150 160 160 170 160 8-10 10-13 12-13 9-10 12-13 7-8 8-9 7-8 7-8 11-12 7-8 6-7 7-8 11-12 MEAT VEGETABLES Please remember that the cooking times and temperatures are approximate and must be adapted according to the quantity of food and personal tastes. Electric Fryer F600 6 F600 19-07-2004 10:49 Pagina 7 Frying frozen food · 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 which is to be fried and according to the temperature recommended by the frozen food producer. Type of food CHIPS (*) POTATOES CROQUETTES FISH MEAT Cod fingers Shrimps Chicken cutlets (n. 2) Max. Temperature Time in Minutes Quantity °C (grms) 350 190 6-9 500 300 300 200 190 190 190 190 10-11 5-6 5-6 7-8 WARNING: Before immersing the basket, check that the lid is firmly closed. (*) 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. 7 Electric Fryer F600 F600 19-07-2004 10:49 Pagina 8 Problem solving Fault Unpleasant odours Cause The filters are saturated. The oil has deteriorated. The cooking liquid is unsuitable. Remedy Replace the filters. Replace the oil or fat. Use a good quality sunflower or vegetable oil. Replace the oil or fat. Dry the food thoroughly Lower the basket slowly. Reduce the amount of oil in the bowl. Reduce the amount of food. Set a higher temperature. Reduce the amount of food. Contact the Service Centre (thermal safety device will need to be replaced). The oil overflows The oil has deteriorated and causes too much foam. Food not dried sufficiently before immersing in the oil. The basket has been immersed too quickly. Recommended max oil quantity exceeded. The basket loaded is over Food does not brown during cooking The oil temperature is too low. The basket is over loaded Fryer has been previously switched on without oil in bowl causing the thermal cutout to operate. The oil does not heat up Electric Fryer F600 8 F600 19-07-2004 10:49 Pagina 9 Safety warnings · As with any electrical appliance, whilst the instructions aim to cover as many eventualities as possible, caution and common sense should be applied when operating your fryer, particularly in the vicinity of young children. · Before use check that the voltage power supply corresponds to the one shown on the appliance data plate. · Only connect the appliance to electrical sockets which have a minimum load of 10A and which are properly earthed. (If the socket and the plug on the appliance should prove incompatible, get a professionally qualified technician to replace the socket with a more suitable one). · Do not place the appliance near heat sources. · Do not immerse the deep fryer in water. The infiltration of water may cause electric shocks. · The appliance is hot when it is in use. DO NOT LEAVE IT WITHIN THE REACH OF CHILDREN. · Hot oil can cause serious burns. Do not move the deep fryer when the oil is hot. · Never touch the viewing window when frying as it becomes very hot. · To move the appliance, use the special lifting handles. (Never lift by the basket handle). · The deep fryer must only be switched on after it has been filled with oil or fat. If it is heated while empty, a thermal safety device comes into operation which stops it from working. In this case it is necessary to contact our nearest authorised service centre to replace the device. · If the deep fryer leaks oil, contact the technical service centre or staff authorised by the Company. · Wash the following carefully with hot water and washing up liquid before using the deep fryer for the first time: the fryer bowl, the basket and the lid (remove filters). · The materials and objects likely to come into contact with foodstuffs conform to EEC Directive. · Using the appliance for the first time may result in minimal smoke. This is normal and disappears in few minutes. The room must be ventilated. · Children or infirm persons should not be allowed to use this product unsupervised. · Children should not be allowed to play with this appliance. · Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge of the worksurface where it may be grabbed by children or become entangled with the user. Do not use with an extension cord. · If it is necessary to replace the power cable, contact a service centre approved by the manufacturer. 9 Electric Fryer F600 F600 19-07-2004 10:49 Pagina 10 Electrical requirements Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage indicated on the product corresponds with the main voltage in your home, if you are in any doubt about your supply contact your local electricity company.The flexible mains lead is supplied connected to a B.S. 1363 fused plug having a fuse of 13 amp capacity. Should this plug not fit the socket outlets in your home, it should be cut off and replaced with a suitable plug, following the procedure outlined below. Note: Such a plug cannot be used for any other appliance and should therefore be properly disposed of and not left where children might find it and plug it into a supply socket - with the obvious consequent danger. N.B.We recommend the use of good quality plugs and wall sockets that can be switched off when the machine is not in use. important: the wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code: earth green and yellow neutral blue live brown As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow. The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. When wiring the plug, ensure that all strands of wire are securely retained in each terminal. Do not forget to tighten the mains lead clamp on the plug. If your electricity supply point has only two pin socket outlets, or if you are in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. Should the mains lead ever require replacement, it is essential that this operation be carried out by a qualified electrician and should only be replaced with a flexible cord of the same size. After replacement of a fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is that of the coloured insert in the base of the fuse recess or elsewhere on the plug. Always state this colour when ordering a replacement fuse cover. Only 13amp replacement fuses which are asta approved to B.S. 1362 should be fitted. This appliance conforms to the Norms EN 55014 regarding the suppression of radio interference. Green and Yellow to Earth 13 amp Fuse Brown to Live Blue to Neutral Cord Clamp warning - this appliance must be earthed Electric Fryer F600 10 F600 19-07-2004 10:49 Pagina 11 57251/05.04 11 Electric Fryer F600