KNOW YOUR DEEP FRYER
Hinged Lid with
Window
Fryer Housing
Power Indicator
Adjustable Thermostat
PREPARING YOUR FRYER FOR USE
Prior to first use, remove all packaging materials from the exterior and interior of
the fryer. Make sure fryer is unplugged and wipe the interior and exterior
surfaces with a damp soapy cloth. Towel dry thoroughly. See the Care and
Cleaning section for details.
CAUTION: Do not immerse fryer, cord, or plug in water.
BASKET HANDLE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove Handle and Frying Basket from inside the deep fryer.
2. Notice the eyelets on the interior side of the basket.
3. Squeeze the handle prongs in the middle.
4. Release the prongs into the eyelets on the interior side of the basket.
5. Press firmly down on the handle to lock in place.
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Basket Hand
Fryer Basket
Bottom View
Power Cord
Reset Button
TIPS FOR DEEP FRYING
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Fill the unit between the maximum and minimum capacity lines only.
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To achieve quality results deep frying food needs to be surrounded by oil. Too
much food causes the oil temperature to drop, resulting in "soggy" food.
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Coated foods (bread crumbs, batters, etc.) are best for deep frying. The
coating acts as a protective layer keeping food moist on the inside and
crisp on the outside.
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Before deep frying, remove ice crystals from food and blot dry with a towel.
Excessive water and ice can cause the oil to splatter and/or overflow.
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For best results, defrost frozen foods for 20 minutes to create a crispier
final product.
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Fry foods at the correct temperature for best results. This will prevent
burning and give you even colored, crispy food.
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Prepackaged frozen cooked chicken may cook faster then uncooked food.
HOW TO USE YOUR DEEP FRYER
CAUTION: Never turn on the fryer with an empty OIL RESERVOIR. Always use
your fryer on a flat, heat resistant surface.
1. Attach magnetic end of cord assembly directly to the fryer (See Figure 1).
This should be done prior to plugging the cord into the wall outlet.
The magnetic end of the cord is designed to only go on one way. Be sure
the side stating "THIS SIDE UP" is facing up.
2. Pour cooking oil into Oil Reservoir until it reaches between the "MIN" and
"MAX" marks on the inside of the reservoir. DO NOT OVER OR UNDER FILL.
3. Make sure that fryer is off and insert plug into 120
volt AC outlet.
4. Turn fryer to desired temperature position. The Power
Indicator will illuminate.
5. Using the included metal fry basket, place food inside the
fryer (Do not over stack food). Close the lid of the fryer.
Overloading will lower the oil temperature, causing
food to absorb too much oil and cook improperly.
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