DeLonghi Electric Deep Dryer User Manual

Instructions for use

Mode d’emploi

Instrucciones para el uso

Instruções

ELECTRIC DEEP FRYER

FRITEUSE ELECTRIQUE

FREIDORA ELECTRICA

FRITADEIRA ELECTRICA

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety pre­cautions should always be followed, including the
following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and
knobs.

3. To protect against electric shock do not
immerse cord, plug and fryer in water or
other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children.

5. 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.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a dama­ged cord or plug or after the appliance mal­functions, or has been damaged in any man­ner. Return appliance to the nearest authori­zed service facility for examination, repair or

adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recom­mended by the appliance manufacturer may
cause injuries.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter, or touch hot surfaces.

10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric
burner or in a heated oven.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an
appliance containing hot oil or other liquids.

12. Always attach plug to appliance first, then
plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect,
turn the thermostat to the “OFF” position,
then remove plug from wall outlet.

13. Do not use appliance for other than intended
use.

14. Be sure handle is properly assembled to
basket and locked in placed. See detailed
assembly instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

WARNING

• Do not use the fryer without oil. The fryer will

be severly damaged if heated dry.

• This fryer has a thermal cut-out, thus preventing
overheating.

• Plug cord into a 120 volt AC outlet.

• If your product is provided with a polarized
alternating current plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other), this plug will fit
into the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.

• Before using the fryer for the first time, wash
the aluminum pot, basket and lid (remove the
filter) thoroughly with hot soapy water, careful­ly dry the aluminum pot to maintain its attracti­ve finish.

• Should the fryer leak, contact your nearest Ser­vice Center or authorized Dealer for qualified
assistance.

•To assure safe operation, oversized foods or
utensils must not be inserted into the fryer.

• Children or infirm persons should not be
allowed to use this product unsupervised.

• Children should not be allowed to play with
this appliance.

• During use and when the oil is hot, the pipe
compartment inspection door must always
be closed.

• It is totally normal that, on first use, the
appliance emits a “new appliance” smell.
If this happens, aerate the room.

•To avoid injury or burns, do not touch any
metal parts on the deep fryer because they may
be hot!

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD

A short power supply cord is provided to reduce
the risks resulting from being entangled in or trip­ping over a longer cord.

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A Filter cap fastening hook
B Anti-odour filter cap
C Lid
D Inspection window (if provided)
E Filter inspection opening
F Basket
G Handle slider
H Basket handle
I Lid opening button

L Handle for lifting appliance
M Minute timer (if supplied)

N Minute timer key (if supplied)
O Pilot lamp
P Sliding thermostat control/OFF switch
Q Drainage tube panel (if provided)

R Drainage tube “easy clean system”

(if provided)

S Cord holder (if provided)

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE (pag. 2)

WARNING

SERIOUS HOT-OIL BURNS MAY RESULT
FROM A DEEP FRYER BEING PULLED OFF
A COUNTERTOP. DO NOT ALLOW THE
CORD TO HANG OVER THE EDGE OF
THE COUNTER WHERE IT MAY BE
GRABBED BY CHILDREN OR BECOME
ENTANGLED WITH THE USER. DO NOT
USE EXTENSION CORD.

DO NOT DRAPE
CORD!

KEEP FROM
CHILDREN!

IF YOUR DEEP FRYER IS SUPPLIED WITH A CORD SET WITH MAGNETIC CONNECTOR:

First fit the magnetic connector to the appliance, as
seen in Figure 13, making sure that the protruding part
of the connector “

X” is correctly inserted in the corre-

sponding slot on the appliance, and then plug the
cable into the power outlet.

Warning

Never leave the appliance plugged into the power
outlet if the magnetic connector is not fitted to the deep
fryer, Figure 14.

If the magnetic connector does not remain in place,
check that it has been inserted correctly, see Figure 13.
If the problem persists, contact an authorised service
centre.
When the appliance is powered, always leave some
free space around the magnetic connector, so as to
prevent it from becoming detached.
Only use a type TA-35PA cord set supplied by De’lon­ghi authorised service centres.

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FILLING THE BOWL

• Raise the basket into its upper position by lifting
upwards on the handle (Fig. 1).

• Push on the

I button (Fig. 1) and open the lid.

• Remove the basket by pulling it up (Fig. 2).

The cover must ALWAYS be closed whenever the
basket is raised or lowered.

• Pour 2 lt. of oil into the bowl (or approx.1,8 kg./3,6
lb fat).

The level of oil in the bowl must always be between the
minimum and maximum marks.
The maximum level mark should never be excee­ded.

For best results use a good peanut seed oil. Olive oil
is optimal due to its slower degradation, but prolonged
use accentuates its flavour. Above all, avoid mixing dif­ferent oils.
If using blocks of solid fat, cut into small pieces to avoid
fryer heating dry in the first few minutes.
The temperature must be set to 150°C/300°F until the
fat has melted completely. The required temperature
can then be set.
Melt solid fat directly in pot. Only when completely mel­ted, should the basket be lowered.

PRE-HEATING

1. Place the food to be fried in the basket. Do not over­fill the basket (maximum 1 kg/2lb of fresh pota­toes).

2. Replace the basket in the bowl in the raised position
and close lid by lightly pushing down until catch
snaps shut.

3. Set the sliding thermostat control (

P) (fig. 3) to the

desired temperature (see enclosed table). When the
selected temperature is reached, the control light
will switch off.

FRYING

1. As soon as the pilot lamp switches off, move the
handle slider in the handle (

G) backwards, then

move the handle downwards to lower the basket
into the oil.

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A considerable quantity of steam will escape
from the filter cover, when the basket is lowered
into the oil. This is perfectly normal.

• It is also normal for drops of condensation to

fall from the lid onto the plastic sides and
around the basket handle while in use.

•When basket is lowered into the oil, the inside of
the inspection window (if provided) will imme­diately become steam up. This steam will disap­pear gradually as the food is cooked.
For models with viewing window, grease the
glass door with a little oil before cooking to redu­ce the accumulation of condensate and thereby
improve visibility.

• Never move the appliance while the oil is still
hot.

•To move the appliance, use the special lifting
handles (L). (Never lift by the basket handle).

IN THE MODELS FITTED WITH THE ELECTRONIC
MINUTE TIMER

1. Set the cooking time by pressing key “N”; display

“

M” will show the minutes set.

2. The figures will begin flashing immediately
afterwards, signifying that the cooking time has star­ted. The last minute will be visualised in seconds.

3. In the event of error, the new cooking time can be
set by keeping the button pressed down for more
than 2 seconds. The display will reset itself, then
repeat as for point 1 (above).

4. The minute timer will show the end of the cooking time
with two series of beeps at an interval of about 20
seconds. In order to switch off the audible alarm you
only need press minute timer key “

N”.
WARNING: the minute timer does not switch the
appliance off.
Replacing the minute timer battery (fig.4)

• Remove the minute timer from its compartment by

prying it from the upper side

(see fig. 4A).

•Turn the battery cover (fig. 4B) placed on the back

in an anticlockwise direction until it is released.

• Replace the battery with another of the same type.

• Remember to dispose of the battery in accordance

with the laws currently in force regarding the disposal
of toxic products.

END OF FRYING TIME

When the selected frying time is elapsed, raise the basket
and check that food is golden brown as desired. This can be
done without opening the lid in models with window.
When the food is completely cooked, switch the
appliance off by setting the thermostat control to “Off”

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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until the switch is heard to click off. Leave the contents
to drip for a moment and then open the lid and remo­ve the basket without shaking it too vigorously.

For two-stage frying (e.g. potatoes), lift the basket at the
end of the first stage, wait for the indicator light to go off
and then lower the basket into the oil a second time (see
enclosed table).

FILTERING OF OIL OR FAT

It is advisable to filter the oil or fat after frying in order
to remove any food particles, especially if the food is
coated in breadcrumbs or flour. Food particles remai­ning in the oil tend to burn, which causes the oil to dete­riorate more quickly.

FOR MODELS FITTED WITH A DRAINAGE TUBE

Proceed as follows:

1. Raise the lid of the fryer and remove the basket.

Check

that the oil is sufficiently cool

(about 2 hours).

2. Open the panel (

Q) and remove the drainage tube

(

R)as shown in fig. 5.

3. Remove the cap (fig. 6). Take care to pinch the end of
the tube with two fingers so that the oil does not drain
until the tube has been placed in a receptacle.

4. Drain the oil into a suitable receptacle (fig. 6)

5. Use a sponge or a paper kitchen towel to remove
any deposits from the bowl.

6. Replace the drainage tube in its compartment.

Do

not forget to replace the cap.

7. Place the filter supplied with the appliance in the bot­tom of the basket (fig. 7). Spare filters can be obtai­ned from your dealer or from our service centres.

8. Pour the oil very slowly into the basket, ensuring
that it does not overflow from the filter (fig. 8).

Note: After filtering the oil, it can be left in the fryer.

However, should a long period of time pass
between one frying and the next, it is advisable
to store the oil in a closed container, not expo­sed to direct light in order to avoid its deterio­ration.
To drain the oil into the receptacle, remove the
drainage tube and proceed as shown in fig. 9.
Oil used for frying fish should be stored sepa­rately from oil used for other foods.

If fat is used for frying, this should not be
allowed to cool too much, otherwise it may
solidify.

CHANGING THE ANTI-ODOUR FILTERS

With time the odour-eater filters placed inside the lid
lose their effectiveness. A change of colour in the filter,
visible through hole (

E) on the inside cover, shows that

the filter needs to be changed. To replace it, remove
plastic filter cover (fig.11) by pressing hook in the direc­tion of arrow

1, then raise it in the direction of arrow 2.

Replace the filters.
Note: The white filter must be inserted first with the black
filter on top. The filter cover must be placed over the black
filter (fig. 12).

CLEANING
Before cleaning, always remove the plug from the elec-

trical socket.

☛ Never immerse the deep fryer in water or hold it

under the tap. By getting inside the water would
cause short circuiting.

Do not immerse the lid in water without having first
removed the filters.
To clean the boiler pan, proceed as follows:

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Check that the oil is sufficiently cold (wait about 2
hours),

then empty out the oil or fat as previously
described in the paragraph headed “filtering the oil
or fat”.

• Remove any deposit from the bottom of the bowl
using a sponge or a paper towel.

•Wash the tank with hot water and washing up
liquid, then rinse.

•We advise regular cleaning of the basket, with care
being taken to eliminate any deposits.

• The basket can be washed in a dishwasher.

•After frying, wipe the outside of the fryer with a soft
damp cloth in order to remove any oil smears and
condensation.

• Remove the lid by pushing it gently backwards (see
arrow “1” fig. 10) and pulling upwards (see arrow
“2” fig. 10).

• After washing, dry thoroughly. Remove any water
left in the bottom of the container and, in particular,
inside the oil drainage pipe. This avoids dangerous
spurts of hot oil during use.

MODEL WITH NON-STICK BOILER PAN

To clean the boiler pan use a soft cloth with a neu­tral detergent never using objects or abrasive deter­gents.

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FRYING NON-FROZEN FOOD

Bear in mind that the cooking times and temperatures are approximate and must regulated according to the
ammount of food which is to be fried and to personale taste.

Type of food

Max. Quantity Time in Minutes

Fried potatoes half portion

whole portion

1.1 lb / 500 gr

2.2 lb / 1000 gr

phase 1 5 - 6
phase 2 2 - 3

phase 1 7 - 9
phase 2 6 - 8

Fish Squid

“Canestrelli”
Scampi
Sardines
Baby cuttlefish
Soles (1)

1.1 lb / 500 gr

1.1 lb / 500 gr

1.1 lb / 500 gr

1.1 lb / 500 gr

1.1 lb / 500 gr

0.9 lb / 400 gr

12 - 13
12 - 13
10 - 11
12 - 13
12 - 13

8 - 9

Meat Beef cutlets (1)

Chicken cutlets (1)
Meatballs (13)

0.7 lb / 300 gr

0.7 lb / 300 gr

1.2 lb / 550 gr

8 - 9
7 - 8
7 - 8

Vegetables Artichokes

Cauliflower
Mushrooms
Aubergines (4 slices)
Courgettes

0.6 lb / 250 gr

0.9 lb / 400 gr

0.9 lb / 400 gr

0.2 lb / 100 gr

0.7 lb / 300 gr

11 - 12

9 - 10
9 - 10

7 - 8

11 - 12

COOKING HINTS

HOW LONG THE OIL OR FAT LASTS

When oil goes below minimum level mark, add new
oil. It is advisable to remove the oil from time to time in
order to preserve not only the quality of its flavour, but
also the digestibility of the fried food .
The number of times the oil can be used depends on
the type of food you fry. For example, the oil must be
changed more often if food coated in breadcrumbs is
fried frequently.
We advise that the oil be completely changed every
5/8 times or it should be completely changed in the
following circumstances:

• unpleasant odour

• smoke when frying

•becomes dark in colour.

FOR PERFECT FRYING

• The food to be fried should not be lowered into
the oil until the the pilot lamp switches off.

•Do not overfill the basket. Too much food in the basket
lowers the temperature of the oil suddenly, with the
result that the food will be greasy and unevenly-fried.

•When frying small quantities of food, the tempera­ture of the oil must be set lower than the tempera­ture indicated to avoid the oil boiling too violently.

• Check that the food is sliced thinly and evenly.
Thick slices will not be fried throughout, although
they will look very attractive on the outside. If the
food is evenly sliced, each slice will be perfectly
fried at the same time.

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Be sure to dry the food carefully before frying.

Damp foods - especially potatoes - remains soggy
after frying. Foods with a high water content (e.g.
fish, meat and vegetables) should be dipped in
breadcrumbs or flour. Remember to shake off any
excess flour or breadcrumbs before frying.

190

190

160
160
160
170
170
160

170
170
160

150
160
150
170
160

Temperature

(°C) (°F)

370

370

320
320
320
340
340
320

340
340
340

300
320
300
340
320

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FRYING FROZEN FOODS

1. 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
don’t exceed the maximum quantities set out in the
following table.

2.

Frozen foods are frequently covered with a coa­ting of ice crystals, which should be removed

before frying.

Lower the basket very slowly into the

oil in order to ensure that the oil does not boil over.

Before lowering the basket into the oil, ensure that
the lid is securely closed.

3. To obtain best results, do not exceed recommended
max. quantity of food.

TROUBLESHOOTING

SolutionCauseAnomaly

Change the filter
Change the oil (or fat)
Use a good-quality peanut oil

Anti-odour filter saturated
The oil or fat has deteriorated
The oil or fat is not suitable

Unpleasant odours

Lower the basket slowly

Reduce quantity of oil in the fryer

Dry the food thoroughly

2.2 lb / 1 kg (fresh potatoes)

The basket has been lowered too quickly into the oil

Too much oil in the fryer

Food not dried sufficiently before immersing in the oil

Recommended max. quantity exceeded

The oil overflows

Contact Service Centre (fuse
change necessary)

Insert the connector with the jut
“X” on the top side
Contact the Service Centre

Fryer has been previously switched on without oil in
pot causing the thermal cut-out failure.

The magnetic convector is not correctly inserted

Oil does not heat

The cooking time shown in this table are approximate, and may vary according to the initial temperature of the
food and to the cooking temperature recommended on the packet.

Food

Max. quantity

Time

(minutes)

Pre-cooked frozen potatoes

Potato croquettes

0.7 lb / 300 gr (*)

1.1 lb / 500 gr

phase 1 5 - 6
phase 2 2 - 3

7 - 8

Fish Fish-fingers

Prawns

0.7 lb / 300 gr

0.7 lb / 300 gr

6 - 7

6 - 7

Meat Chicken cutlets (2)

0.4 lb / 200 gr

7 - 8

(*) 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.

Temperature

(°C) (°F)

190

190

190

190

190

370

370

370

370

370

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Limited Warranty

What Does This Warraty Cover? We warrant each appliance to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Our

obligation under this warranty is limited to replacement or repair, free of charge at our factory or authorized service cen­ters, of any defective part or parts thereof other than parts damaged in transit, which shall be returned to us, transpor­tation prepaid. This warranty shall apply only if the appliance is used in accordance with the factory directions which
accompany it, and on an Alternating Current (AC) circuit.
How Long Does The Coverage Last? This warranty runs for one year from the date of delivery and applies only to the
original purchaser.
What Does This Warranty Not Cover? This warranty does not cover defects or damage of the appliance which result
from repairs or alterations to the machine outside our factory or authorized service centers, nor shall it apply to any
appliance which has been subject to abuse, misuse, negligence or accidents. Also, consequential and incidental dama­ges resulting from the use of this product or arising out of any breach of contract or breach of this warranty are not reco­verable under this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dama­ges, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

How Do You Get Service? If repairs become necessary or spare parts are needed, plase write to:
De’Longhi America Inc.

Park 80 West Plaza One, 4th floor
Saddle Brook N.J. 07663
or call Service Tel. No. 1-800-322-3848
www.delonghiusa.com
The above warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties and representations; All implied warranties are limited to the
applicable warranty period set forth above. This limitation does apply if you enter into an extended warranty with De’­Longhi. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions connection
with the sale or use of its appliance.
How Does State Law Apply? This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.

De’ Longhi CANADA

1040 Ronsa Court

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO

L4W 3Y4 CANADA

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