product safety READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 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...
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product safety ! 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.
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features Temperature control Allows you to choose the desired frying temperature. The control is marked in degrees Centigrade (ºC) Power indicator (red) Lights up when your fryer is connected to the mains supply. Lid release button Press the lid release button to open the lid. Handle release button Lets you raise or lower the handle.
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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.
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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. IMPORTANT! 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.
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).
using your fryer 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.
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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.
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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.
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recipes Fluffy Vegetable Fritters Ideal for slices or wedges of lightly cooked carrots, turnips, potatoes, cauliflower florets, blanched button mushrooms, raw aubergines, courgette slices, etc. Ingredients 2 eggs 100g (4oz) self raising flour 2 x 5ml tsp of olive oil 4 x 15ml tbsp milk 6 x 15ml tbsp water Pinch of salt and pepper...
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recipes Sesame Chicken Goujons Ingredients 2 chicken breasts 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp sherry 2 tsp cornflour 2 tsp flour 50g sesame seeds Salt and pepper Method 1. Cut the chicken breasts into finger sized strips . 2. Make marinade by adding together balsamic vinegar, sherry, cornflour, flour and salt and pepper.
recipes Scampi Ingredients 600g (25oz) scampi 3 tbsp flour 1 lemon 1 cup of milk 2 eggs Pinch of salt Method 1. Mix the flour, lemon and milk and add the beaten eggs and a pinch of salt. 2. Remove the tails from the shells of the scampi and add to the mixture, leaving to marinade for one hour.
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recipes Deep Fried Squid Ingredients 500g (20oz) squid 3 tbsp plain flour 2 lemons Pinch of salt Method 1. Wash the squid and cut into rings. 2. Pat dry with kitchen paper and dip in the flour. 3. Deep fry the squid for 9-10 minutes at 160ºC. Serve with slices of lemon and salt. Fruity Fritters Ingredients Peeled and cored baking apples, bananas and tinned...
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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guarantee Please keep your receipt as this will be required for any claims under this guarantee. This appliance is guaranteed for 1 year after your purchase as described in this document. During this guaranteed period, if in the unlikely event the appliance no longer functions due to a design or manufacturing fault, please take it back to the place of purchase, with your till receipt and a copy of this guarantee.
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