Euro-Pro F1068 User Manual

4 Litter Electronic Deep Fryer

OWNER’S MANUAL

Model F1068
120V., 60Hz., 1700 Watts

COPYRIGHT© EURO-PRO OPERATING LLC 2008

EURO-PRO Operating LLC

Boston, MA, 02465

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www.euro-pro.com

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

1. Read all instructions for use carefully and
look at the illustrations before you start
using the appliance.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces, always use
handles or knobs.

3. To protect against electrical shock, do
not immerse cord and plug of this
appliance in water or other liquids.

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, has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return the appliance to EURO-PRO
Operating LLC for examination, repair
or adjustment. See warranty.

7. Never plug in before the control panel
is installed in the body of the fryer and
the heating element is placed in the oil
container.

8. Never overfill the fryer with oil. Fill
only between the minimum and
maximum levels, as indicated inside
the oil container.

9. Be sure handle is properly assembled
to the basket and locked in place.
See detailed assembly instructions.

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

11. Always insert heating element in the
appliance first, then plug into the wall
outlet. To disconnect, remove plug
from wall outlet then wait for the unit
to cool completely before removing
the heating element.

12. Extreme caution must be used when
moving any appliance containing hot
oil or other hot liquids.

13. Do not leave appliance unattended
while in use.

14. Do not use outdoors.

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

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

17. Do not use appliance for other than
intended household use.

SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• A short power supply cord is provided to

reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer
cord. An extension cord (or longer
detachable cord) is not recommended
for use with deep fryers.

• Never plug in the control panel before it

is installed in the body of the fryer with
the heating element inside the oil
container.

• Do not immerse the control panel and

heating element in water.

• When opening the lid after frying, first

release the lid by pushing the latch with
your finger, then wait a moment to allow
the steam inside to escape before
opening fully.

• To avoid a circuit overload, do not

operate another high wattage appliance
on the same circuit.

CONTENTS

Important Safeguards …………………………………………………………..
Special Safety Instructi ons …………………………………………………….
Main Components ……………………………………………………………...
Using for the First Time …………….………………………………………….
Prior to First Use, Clean the Unit Thoroughly …….………………………….
Filling the Stainless Steel Container With Oil …………..…………………….
Using Solid Fat …………..………………………………………………………
Installing the Control P anel Into Its Place ……..… …………………………...
Using the Electronic Deep Fryer ……………………………………………….
Pre-Heating ………………….………………………………………… ………..
Filling the Frying Basket ……….……………………………………………….
Frying Food …………………………………….………………………………..
At the End of Cooki ng ………………….……………………………………….
Frying Tips ……………………………..………………………………………...
Temperature Settings ……………………………… ……………… …… ……..
Filtering and Changing the Oil ………………………………….……………..
Connecting the detachable Power Supply Cord …………………………….
Cleaning Instructions …… ………………….…………………………………..
How to Reset the Deep Fryer ………………………………………………….
Helpful Hints ………………………………………………………… …………..

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

POLARIZED PLUG

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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Rev. 07/05A

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DEEP FRYER

1. Body

2. Support Foot

3. Body Handle

4. Body Handle Plate

5. Oil Container

6. Heating Element

7. Temperature Sensor

8. Control Panel

9. Function Reset Button

10. Power Button

11. / 12. Timer Adjustable Button

13. / 14. Temperature Adjustable Button

15. Digital Display

16. Ready Indicator Light

17. Power Indicator Light

18. Sensor

19. Decorative Plate

20. Filter

21. Lid Handle

22. Lid Handle Plate

23. Window

24. Lid Cover

25. Frying Basket

26. Basket Handle

27. Reset Button

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Read all the sections of this booklet and follow all the instructions carefully.

Using for the First Time
Warning: Never plug in the control panel

when it is not installed in the fryer body
with heating element in the oil container.
Do not immerse the control panel, cord or
plug in water.

Warning: This unit shoul d not be used

to boil water.

Prior to First Use, Clean the Unit
Thoroughly

Warning: Always let the fryer cool

completely for 2 hours before taking it apart
for cleaning. Never carry or move the
deep fryer with hot oil inside. Before
cleaning, always make sure the plug is not
in the wall socket.

• All components with the exception of the

electrical parts, can be washed in warm
soap water. Dry thoroughly before use.

• Use basket handle to remove the frying

basket. Always make sure the basket
handle is securely attached to the
basket. Attach the handle to the frying
basket, insert the metal part of the
handle inside the metal bracket on the
frying basket. (Fig. 1)

• Lift the control panel with heating

element out of its slots by pushing it up
from the bottom with one hand while
holding the body of the deep fryer with
your the other hand.

• Remove the oil container.

• Clean the oil container and the frying

basket with hot water, dishwashing liquid
or other non-poisonous detergent and
non-abrasive sponge.

Warning: Never immerse the control

panel in water or any other liquids.

Warning: All components must be

completely dried before filling with oil
or using. Special care must be taken
to ensure the washable oil filter in the
lid is completely dry, otherwise the
filter will not function properly and may
lead to steam being trapped within the
fryer during use.

Warning: Never e xceed "M AX" line when

filling the basket with food.

Filling the Oil Container
Warning: Never plug in the deep fryer

before filling with oil to specified level.
Always make sure control panel is
securely in place in the body and the
heating element is inside the oil in the
container before plugging in.

• Use blended vegetable oil, pure corn oil

or canola (rapeseed) oil. Do not use
olive oil, margarine, lard or drippings.

• The oil level must always be maintained

between the minimum and the

maximum levels marked inside the oil

container. Check the oil level before
each use. For best results, Do NOT
exceed “MAX” level for cooking oil.
(Fig. 2)

• Never mix different oils and fats together.

Do not mix old and new oil.

Technical Specifications

Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 1700 Watts

Note: Illustrations may differ from actual unit.

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Fig. 2

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