INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
Cool Touch Deep Fryer
CDF-80C
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using ele ctrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Do not touch hot surface; use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse control panel
assembly, cord, plug or deep fryer in water or other liquid.
4. This appliance is not for use by children. Close supervision is
necessary when any appliance is used near children.
5. Never leave appliance unattended when connected to the power
outlet.
6. Always attach breakaway cord to appliance first, then plug into
wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the switch, off then remove plug
from wall outlet.
7. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the
appliance.
8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any
manner.
9. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or injury.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
12. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
13. Do not operate under cabinets.
14. Extreme caution must be used when moving the Cuisinart
TM
Cool
Touch Deep Fryer if it contains hot oil or other liquids.
15. Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.
16. This appliance will automatically shut off if operation exceeds 12
minutes without oil. If this occurs, resetting of the appliance is
required.
17. If appliance still does not function after following reset instructions,
please contact a Cuisinart
TM
Customer Service for assistance.
18. Periodically check for looseness and retighten screws or nuts.
CAUTION: overtightening can result in stripping of screws or nuts
or cracking of handle or feet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS
1. Always keep lid clo sed while deep fryer i s cooking food. Use
basket handle and basket release switch to raise and lower
basket. Always raise Basket out of hot oil to allow food to drain for
10-20 seconds before opening lid.
2. BEWARE OF STEAM WHEN OPENING LID.
3. Wet food should be dried first with paper towels. Remove loose
ice from frozen f oods. Close the lid before fo od is lowered into the
oil and while fr ying. Beware of oil splatter ing when food is put into
the oil.
4. Keep appliance at least 4 inches (10 cm) away from wall s or other
objects during operation. Do not place any objects on top of
appliance while it is operating.
5. Be sure oil con tainer is filled to at lea st the minimum oil level. Do
not fill above the maximum. Do not operate ap pliance without oil
or with an insu fficient amount of oil. Never pour oil into heated oil
container.
6. Do not operate t his appliance if the lid an d the oil container are
not completely dry.
7. Keep this fryer out of reach of children w hile in use and away from
edges of counter tops where it could be pulled off or pushed over
by children.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to countertop or tabletop finish, use a
nonflammable, heat-resistant coaster or placemat between the
appliance and the countertop or tabletop surface. Never place on
carpet, furniture, or other combustible materials.
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards........................................ 2
Introduction ............................................... 3
Parts and Features.......................................... 3
How to Use ............................................... 4
Cleaning Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Features ............................................ 7
Tips for Deep Frying......................................... 8
Frying Frozen Foods ........................................ 8
Filtering and Changing The Oil................................. 9
Warranty Information ....................................... 10
INTRODUCTION
You are going to love this D eep Fryer. Prepare restaurant-qualit y deep
fried foods ri ght at home – quickly, easily, and with no mess. Try out a
dish you had in your favourite restaurant, or pull out that recipe you've
been saving. Cuis inart makes it easy!
PARTS AND FEATURES
1. Removable Lid
2. Viewing Window
3. Permanent Filter
4. Frying Basket
5. Collapsible Basket Handle
6. Basket Release Switch
7. Removable Control Panel/
Heating Element
8. 30-minute Timer
9. Temperature Control Knob
10. On/Off Switch
11. Oil Ready Light
12. Reset Button (not shown)
13. Basket Rest
14. Removable Enamel Bowl
15. Outer Housing
16. Lid Release Button
17. Carrying Handles
18. Breakaway Cord
Lift handle to loc k
basket in raised p osition.
Slide release swi tch to
lower into oil.
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Breakaway Co rd and Polarized P lug
This appliance features a breakaway cord and polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). The breakaway cord is designed to
quickly disconne ct from the appliance when a
pulling force is applied. Note: The breakaway
cord can fit into the appliance in only on e
direction. Please refer to printing on plug that
states “This Si de Up”. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, a polarized plug is provid ed. This
plug is intended to fit into a polarized outle t only.
If the plug doe s not fit into the outlet, rever se the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in
any way.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: A short power suppl y cord is provided to reduc e the risk of
personal injur y resulting from being e ntangled in or tripping over a
long cord.
EXTENSION CORD USE
An extension co rd or longer detachable c ord is not recommended fo r
use with deep -fat fryers.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electric al circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your
appliance may not operate. It should be oper ated on an electrical
circuit that is free from other appliances. If you are not sure of the
reason for overloa ding or cannot find a sepa rate circuit, contact a
qualified electrician.
HOW TO USE YOUR
CUISINART
TM
COOL TOUCH
DEEP FRYER
1. This appliance is designed for
household use only. It is not intended
for commercial use.
2. Before the deep fryer is used for the first time, remove all packaging
materials and follow cleaning instructions in this book.
3. Push lid release button to open lid.
4. Lift handle on frying basket up until it locks into place and remove
from oil container.
5. Pour approximately 3⁄4 gallon (3 L) of good quality vegetable, corn,
canola, soybean, or peanut oil into reservoir until it reaches between
the “Min” and “Max” marks inside container. DO NOT OVER-OR
UNDER-FILL.
6. Close lid on deep fryer.
7. Attach breakaway cord to the back of the appliance, then plug into
outlet.
8. Turn On the Cuisinart
TM
Cool Touch Deep Fryer by pushing the black
rocker switch up.
9. Set the temperature control knob to the desired temperature. The oil
“Ready” light will turn green once the oil has reached the desired
temperature.
10. When the “Ready” light illuminates, open lid and place basket with
handle locked in the upward position, into the
basket resting area. Place food into the basket
and close the lid. Lower basket into oil by
sliding the basket release switch on the basket
handle. Note: Do not exceed max fill line on
frying basket.
11. Set timer (0 to 30 minutes) to cooking time
specified, depending on the recipe. Timer will
ring when food is ready. WARNING: The timer
does not switch appliance off.
NOTE: The timer will not buzz if set for 3 minutes or less. For
recipes that call for a cooking time of 3 minutes or less, turn the
mechanical timer to 5 minutes then return it to the required time
and the timer will buzz.
12. Lift handle to raise the basket and look through viewing window to
see if the food has reached the desired golden colour. If the food is
done, leave basket in locked position and allow oil to drain 10 to 20
seconds.
13. Open lid, remove basket, and place cooked food onto absorbent
paper towels. CAUTION: Beware of hot steam when opening lid.
NOTE: To preserve oil quality, do not add salt or spices to the food
until after it has been removed from the fryer.
14. When cooking is finished, shut down fryer by switching power off.
15. Unplug the breakaway cord from the wall outlet before detaching
from the appliance.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Always unplug appliance, detach the breakaway cord and let the oil
cool down to room temperature before cleaning.
2. Open the lid and remove it by pulling it upward.
3. Lift basket handle up until it locks into place and remove basket
from fryer.
4. Frying basket should be hand washed before first use and should
be seasoned in oil before going into the dishwasher for the first
time.
5. Remove control panel/heating element by pinching ridged outer
area of the basket rest and lifting upward.
6. The control panel should never be immersed in water or other
liquids. Clean the outer surface of the heating element with a damp
cloth containing mild soap solution or plain water.
7. Carefully remove oil container from housing and pour used oil into
suitable container. WARNING: Use care – under edge of oil
container is sharp.
8. The lid and oil container are dishwasher-safe. Dry all parts
thoroughly after cleaning.
9. The remaining housing should be washed by hand with warm soapy
water. DO NOT SUBMERGE IN WATER.
10. Ensure that both the lid and the oil container are completely dry
after washing and before use.
11. After cleaning, reassemble oil container, control panel/ heating
element, basket and lid into deep fryer housing. The control panel/
heating element must be attached properly to the front of the
housing or appliance will not operate.
12. TIP: For ease in cleaning, wipe control panel with damp microfiber
cloth. Microfiber cloths are available in most kitchenware stores.
SAFETY FEATURES
The CuisinartTM Cool Touch Deep Fryer is equipped with the following
features to ensure safety:
• Safety Interlock – The control panel/heating element must be
properly attached to the front of the body or deep fryer will not
operate.
• Breakaway Cord – The cord is designed to quickly disconnect from
the appliance when a pulling force is applied.
• Thermostat Overload Protection – Your Cuisinart
TM
Cool Touch Deep
Fryer is equipped with a thermostat overload protection. If the unit
heats up beyond the recommended temperature level, the deep
fryer will automatically turn off. To reset, unplug
the unit from the wall outlet and allow it to cool
down. Remove the control panel and heating
element from the unit. CAUTION: Heating
element is extremely hot. Allow it to cool
thoroughly before removing it. You will find a
reset button on the back of the control panel to
the right of the heating rod. Using a toothpick or
another long, thin object, push the reset button
and properly place the control panel back into
position. NOTE: The unit will not work if the
control panel is not properly mounted. Plug the
unit back in, turn on and continue use. If the unit
still does not operate, repeat the steps above or call our Service
Centre for assistance.
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