Breville VDF054 - Compact Deep Fryer Manual

Product safety

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This appliance shall not be used by children from 0 year to 8 years. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they are continuously supervised. This appliance can be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

Keep the product and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be done by children.

This product must be positioned on a stable surface with the handles positioned to avoid the spillage of hot liquids.

Surfaces of the product are liable to get hot during use.

Never operate the product by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Never use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. This appliance is for household use only. Do not use this appliance outdoors.

Always ensure that hands are dry before handling the plug or switching on the appliance.

Always use the appliance on a stable, secure, dry and level surface.

Ensure the appliance is switched off and unplugged from the supply socket if it is left unattended, when it is not in use or before cleaning. Never leave the appliance unattended when it is in use.

Always allow the appliance to fully cool down before cleaning or storing.

Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped, if there are any visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.

Never immerse any part of the appliance or power cord and plug in water or any other liquid.

Never let the power cord hang over the edge of a work top, touch hot surfaces or become knotted, trapped or pinched.

Do not touch the external surfaces of the appliance during use as they may become very hot.

Only use spares or accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer.

Features

1. Temperature control
   Allows you to choose the desired frying temperature. The control is marked in degrees Centigrade (ºC)
2. Power indicator (red)
   Lights up when your fryer is connected to the mains supply.
3. Lid release button
   Press the lid release button to open the lid.
4. Handle release button
   Lets you raise or lower the handle.
5. Frying basket
   Allows food to be lowered and raised from the fryer easily.
6. Lid
   Removable lid for easy cleaning
7. Viewing window
   Allows you to keep an eye on your food during frying.
8. Body
   Cool wall body.
9. Ready-to-cook indicator (green)
   Lights up when your fryer is heating up; goes out when your fryer is ready to use.
10. Carrying handle
    The carry handles allow your fryer to be moved easily.

Due to our policy of continuous improvement, the actual product may differ slightly from the one illustrated in these instructions.

Before using your fryer

Before use

Do not immerse any part of the main body, mains lead or plug in water or any other liquid.

Before using your fryer remove all packaging, promotional materials and stickers. Remove all printed documents. Check that there is no packing around or under the frying basket.

• Wash the basket and basket handle in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Wipe the interior and exterior of the main body and lid with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.

Filling your fryer with oil

Make sure your fryer is switched off, cooled down, and unplugged from the mains supply socket before filling with oil.

Never plug in or switch your fryer on without cooking oil in the bowl.

We recommend that you use a good quality oil in your fryer.

Always use sunflower oil, vegetable oil or corn oil. Never use hard fats, olive oil or oil with a high water content. Do not use butter or margarine.

If the oil has been previously used, check the condition of the oil and replace as necessary. Oil needs to be replaced after 8-10 uses or as required. Do not mix different types of oil together.

1. Open the lid and remove the basket from your fryer.
2. Pour oil into the frying bowl up to the MAX mark indicated on the inside of the bowl. Do not fill above the MAX mark or below the MIN mark.
   Handy Tip: Don't throw the empty oil bottle away. You can use this to dispose of or to store the used oil once it has cooled.

Using your fryer

Always use your fryer on a stable, secure, dry and level surface.
Allow adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation.
Do not allow the appliance to touch any flammable material during use (such as curtains or wall coverings).
Care is required when using the appliance on surfaces that may be damaged by heat. The use of an insulated pad is recommended.

1. Open the lid by pressing the lid open button.
2. Check the oil level and refil or top up if neccessary.
3. Raise the frying basket by lifting the basket handle to the horizontal position until the handle release button clicks.
4. Plug your fryer into a suitable mains supply and switch the socket on.
5. The red power indicator light will illuminate.
6. Close the lid then turn the temperature control dial to the desired temperature setting. The oil will now start to heat up and the green temperature indicator will illuminate.
7. When the oil has reached its set temperature, the green temperature indicator will go out. This light will cycle on and off during cooking as the thermostat regulates the temperature. The red power indicator will remain on.
8. Your fryer is now ready for use.

Frying

HOT OIL CAN SCALD AND CAUSE SERIOUS BURNS! NEVER drop or tip food into the bowl. NEVER put your hand or any other body part into the hot oil. ALWAYS keep your hands and face away from rising steam or spitting oil.

1. With the basket in the raised position, add the food.
2. Close the lid until it clicks.
3. Pull the handle release button backwards with your thumb and gently lower the basket into the hot oil.
4. When the food is cooked, raise the frying basket by lifting the basket handle to the horizontal position until the handle release button clicks. This will allow excess oil to drain from the food.
5. Open the lid by pressing the lid release button. Beware of spitting oil and rising steam as you open the lid.
6. Lift the basket out of the fryer and place it onto a drip tray and/or kitchen paper.

Note: Battered or coated food may stick to the frying basket. To prevent this, use a slotted spoon to lift the food away from the mesh straight after the basket has been lowered into the oil.

After frying

Once you have finished using your fryer turn the temperature control dial fully anticlockwise. Unplug your fryer from the mains supply socket.

Close the lid and allow the oil and your fryer to completely cool before moving or cleaning your fryer. Always use the carrying handles when moving your fryer. Never attempt to move your fryer using the lid or body.

We recommend that once the oil has cooled completely, it is best to remove the oil from your fryer and to clean the appliance before storing.

Recommended types of oil

Oils recommended for use in your fryer include:

• Sunflower
• Vegetable
• Groundnut
• Rape seed
• Corn

Oils and fats not recommended:

• Hard fats or solid
• Olive oil (any type)

Always use the recommended (MAX) quantity of oil when deep frying. Never exceed this amount, and never use the fryer without any oil in it. Always fill above the MIN mark with oil before using the fryer.

Utensils

Select your cooking utensils carefully. Do not use utensils which may melt (e.g. plastic). Take care when using metal utensils as not to damage the heating element. Also metal handles might get hot. Use oven gloves, or buy utensils with insulated handles.

Suitable utensils include metal or heat resistant plastic, slotted spoons, slotted fish slices, or tongs.

Not suitable: wooden or plastic non-heat resistant utensils, knives or other sharp implements.

Preparing food

• Cut food items such as chips to the same size and choose similar sized pieces of fish and chicken.
• Make sure food is as dry as possible (except battered food) before frying. Water and oil do not mix well, water causes hot oil to spit. Use kitchen paper to absorb excess water from fish, meat, vegetables and fruit.

General

• Smaller pieces of food will fry faster than larger ones. It may be necessary to cook chicken or frozen items for longer on a lower heat to avoid the outside cooking before the middle is cooked.
• Delicate foods such as prawns or thinly sliced vegetables require less cooking at a higher temperature than more robust food types.
• Use a food thermometer or the skewer test to ensure that the food has been cooked through to the centre.
• Never exceed the MAX level when filling the frying bowl with oil.
• Always fill above the MIN level with oil before using the fryer.
• Avoid overfilling the frying basket.
• DO NOT place face or hands in contact with hot oil or steam.
• To avoid battered or coated food sticking to the frying basket, use a slotted spoon to lift the food away from the mesh. Then allow to cook, gently moving the basket from side to side once or twice during cooking.
• For even cooking of foods, stir or turn the food with suitable utensils, or move the basket gently during cooking.

Draining

• Use a drip tray (and rack) to drain large food items after frying. The drip tray without the rack can also be used to drain smaller items when lined with kitchen paper or as a rest for the frying basket.
• Avoid leaving food to drain for too long in the basket over the fryer as the food may become soft and lose its crunchiness.

How to remove oil from your fryer

Before removing oil from your fryer ALWAYS switch off, unplug and allow the oil to cool completely.

1. You will need a slotted spoon, a suitable tray or large plate, kitchen paper, a funnel or jug with a pouring lip, muslin (if reusing the oil), and the original oil bottle you saved earlier! If you've thrown it away, any suitable sized bottle with a lid will do.
2. Using a slotted spoon, skim off any food scraps floating on the surface of the oil.
3. If you have used it, remove the basket from your fryer and place it on kitchen paper to drain.
4. Next, place the oil bottle in the sink, remove its cap and place the funnel in the top. If you wish to reuse the oil, line the funnel with a piece of muslin to act as a filter.
5. Remove the lid from your fryer to avoid it falling off when you tip the oil out of the bowl.
6. Using both hands, carefully pick up your fryer by the carrying handles on each side.
7. Take it over to the sink and pour the oil from the bowl slowly into the bottle through the funnel. Alternatively, pour the oil into a jug that has a pouring lip and use this to transfer the oil into the bottle.
8. When all the oil has been poured into the bottle, remove the funnel (discard the muslin, if used), and replace the bottle cap. The oil can now either be stored for reuse, or discarded safely and cleanly.
9. You can now clean your fryer.

Always dispose of the oil in an environmentally safe way. Never pour the oil into drains. Contact your recycling centre for advice on the disposal of the oil.

How to clean and care for your fryer

Always unplug your fryer and allow the oil and appliance to cool completely before cleaning it.
Do not immerse any part of the main body, mains lead or plug in water or any other liquid.
Never use harsh abrasive cleaners or cleaning materials.
No parts of this appliance are dishwasher safe. Always hand wash.

Follow the instructions to remove the oil from your fryer.

Cleaning the frying basket and lid

• Remove the lid by opening it then pulling it straight upwards.
• Wash the basket and lid by hand in warm soapy water using a cloth, sponge or brush. Dry completely before use or storage.

Cleaning the frying bowl and body

• Remove any food deposits from the frying bowl using kitchen paper. Wipe over the frying bowl and body with a clean, slightly damp cloth and dry thoroughly.

How to clean and care for your fryer

Condensation tray

Your fryer has a condensation tray located at the back of the appliance. This needs to be checked and emptied after each couple of uses. Pull the tray out and empty it. If neccessary, wash it in warm soapy water. Dry and refit the tray.

Replacing the filters

1. Locate the filter cover on top of the lid.
2. Press the tab at the back of the filter cover and lift it off your fryer.
3. Remove the two filters.
4. Wipe the inside of the filter compartment using a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
5. Place the new filters back into the filter compartment in the same order as the old ones were removed.
   

Useful information

Replacement parts

For additional or replacement parts, please visit www.breville.co.uk or call us on 0161 621 6900.

Troubleshooting

For troubleshooting and FAQs visit www.breville.co.uk/faqs

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Connection to the mains supply

This appliance must be earthed.

If the plug is not suitable for the socket outlets in your home, it can be removed and replaced by a plug of the correct type.

If the fuse in a moulded plug needs to be changed, the fuse cover must be refitted. The appliance must not be used without the fuse cover fitted.

If the plug is unsuitable, it should be dismantled and removed from the supply cord and an appropriate plug fitted as detailed. If you remove the plug it must not be connected to a 13 amp socket and the plug must be disposed of immediately.

If the terminals in the plug are not marked or if you are unsure about the installation of the plug please contact a qualified electrician.

After sales service

These appliances are built to the very highest of standards. There are no user serviceable parts. Follow these steps if the unit fails to operate:

1. Check the instructions have been followed correctly.
2. Check that the fuse has not blown.
3. Check that the mains supply is functional.

If the appliance will still not operate, return the appliance to the place it was purchased for a replacement. To return the appliance to the Customer Service Department, follow the steps below:

1. Pack it carefully (preferably in the original carton). Ensure the unit is clean.
2. Enclose your name and address and quote the model number (located on the rating label) on all correspondence.
3. Give the reason why you are returning it.
4. If within the guarantee period, state when and where it was purchased and include proof of purchase (e.g. till receipt).
5. Send it to our Customer Service Department at the address below:

Customer Service Department
Jarden Consumer Solutions (Europe) Limited
Middleton Road
Royton
Oldham
OL2 5LN, UK.
Telephone: 0161 621 6900 Fax: 0161 626 0391 e-mail: enquiriesEurope@jardencs.com