Euro-Pro F1400B User Manual
Large Capacity Deep Fryer
Freidora de Gran Capacidad
Friteuse à grande capacité
OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
GUIDE D'UTILISATION
Model/Modelo/Modèle: F1400B
120 V, 60 Hz, 1650 Watts/Vatios
EURO-PRO Operating LLC
Boston, MA, 02465
Tel.: 1 (800) 798-7398
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 carefully before
use.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces, always
use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do
not immerse cord or plug 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 unit is
assembled and before oil is added to
the oil reservoir.
8. Never overfill the fryer with oil. Fill
only between the minimum and
maximum levels, as indicated inside
the oil reservoir.
9. Be sure the frying basket handle is
properly assembled to the frying
basket and locked in place. (See
assembly instructions.)
10. The use of accessory attachments
not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
11. Al ways insert heating e lement 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 fryer containing hot
oil.
13. Do not leave appli ance 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 applia nce for other than
intended household use.
18. Periodically check for looseness of
screws or nuts and tighten them.
CAUTION: Over tightening can result in
stripping of screws or nuts or cracking of
handle or feet.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DEEP FRYER
1. Built-in Filter
2. Viewing Window
3. Lid Cover
4. Frying Basket Handle
5. Frying Basket
6. Oil Reservoir
7. Body (Housing)
8. Body Handle (x2)
9. Guide Edges
10. Heating Element
11. Control Panel
12. Safety Timer
13. Power Light
14. Ready Light
15. Temperature Control
16. Break Away Power Cord
(not shown)
SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• A detachable magnetic power 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 unit to an electrical
outlet before the oil reservoir has been
filled with oil.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce
the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
• Do not immerse the deep fryer or the
power cord in water.
• When opening the lid after frying, lift it
slowly and 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
1 REV. 05/08B
Technical Specifications
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 1650 Watts
*Illustrations may differ from actu a l produ ct
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Deep Fryer Features
The Safety Timer
The safety timer turns the unit on and off.
It counts down the allotted cooking time
and makes a ‘ding’ sound when the time
is up.
The Power Light
The power light illuminates when the
deep fryer is on.
The Ready Light
The ready light will cycle on and off
several times during frying. This
indicates that the temperature is
thermostatically maintained.
The Detachable Power Cord
The power supply is designed to “Break
Away” from the fryer body in the event
that it is inadvertently pulled. This is
intended to prevent the tipping of the
appliance and the hazardous spillage of
hot oil.
The Reset Feature
Your deep fryer is equipped with a
feature that protects damage due to
overheating. If for some reason the unit
overheats, the deep fryer will
automatically turn off. Once the deep
fryer is reset, it can be turned on again.
Using for the First Time
Warning: Do not plug in the deep
fryer when the control panel is not
installed in the deep fryer body. Only
plug in the deep fryer when the unit is
fully assembled and the heating
element is immersed in oil.
Warning: Do not immerse the control
panel, cord or plug in water.
Warning: This unit should not be used
to boil water
Cleaning Prior To First Use
The body, oil reservoir, frying basket,
frying basket handle, and lid can be
washed in warm soap water. Dry
thoroughly before use.
Warning: Do not immerse the control
panel, power cord, or plugs into liquid of
any kind.
To wash the deep fryer:
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 other hand.
2. Remove the oil reservoir from the
body of the deep fryer.
3. Wash the oil reservoir and the frying
basket with hot water, a non-abrasive
sponge, and dishwashing liquid or
other non-poisonous detergent.
The Frying Basket Handle
Use the frying basket handle to remove
the frying basket. Always make sure the
frying basket handle is securely attached
to the frying basket.
To attach the frying basket handle to
the frying basket:
1. Insert the metal part of the handle into
the metal bracket on the frying
basket. (Fig. 1)
Press together
here
Fig. 1
2. Holding the frying basket securely in
one hand, pull the handle toward you
so that the metal part of the handle
fastens securely to the rounded frying
basket latch. (Fig. 2)
Pull
Latch
Fig. 2
Warning: Never immerse the control
panel or power cord in water or any other
liquids.
Warning: All components must be
completely dry before filling with oil or
using.
Warning: Never exceed the maximum
lines indicated on the frying basket and
on the reservoir.
Filling the Oil Reservoir
Warning: Never plug in the deep fryer
before filling with oil to specified level.
Before you plug in the appliance, make
sure the control panel is securely
attached to the body and the heating
element is in the oil filled reservoir.
• Use blended vegetable oil, peanut
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 reservoir. Check the
oil level before each use. For best
results, keep the oil close to the
maximum level (16 cups/4 liters).
(Fig. 3)
• Never mix different oils and fats
together. Do not mix old and new
oil.
Oil level
indicator
Using Solid Fat
Warning: Do not put solid vegetable
shortening in the oil reservoir or the frying
basket.
• If using solid vegetable shortening,
melt it first in a separate container and
then very carefully pour the melted fat
into the oil reservoir.
• Previously used solid vegetable
shortening which has curdled and
hardened in the oil reservoir should be
removed from the oil reservoir and
melted in a separate pan before
reusing.
Warning: If you try to melt the solidified
fat in the oil reservoir, there is a risk of hot
melted fat suddenly sputtering from below
through the solid top layer of fat.
Use only the following procedure when
melting solid fat in your deep fryer:
1. Make sure the fat is at room
temperature. If the fat is cold, then
there is a greater risk of splashing.
2. Using a fork, carefully make some
holes in the fat.
3. Make sure the lid is always securely
closed while the fat is melting.
4. Set the temperature control to 325°F.
5. Turn the safety timer to the required
period of time to melt the amount of
fat placed in the reservoir.
Important: Setting the safety timer will
automatically turn the deep fryer “on” and
the power light will illuminate. The ready
light will illuminate when the fat or oil in
the reservoir has reached the selected
temperature.
Fig. 3
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Installing the Control Panel with the
Heating Element Into Place
1. Lift up the control panel with heating
element.
2. Insert the guide edges on the control
panel into the guide rails mounted on
the metal body. (Fig. 4)
3. Slide the guide edges down as far as
they can go.
Note: The deep fryer has an automatic
safety switch to ensure that the unit will not
operate unless the control panel has been
inserted securely into the guide rails on the
body of the deep fryer. (Fig. 5)
Guide
Edges
Heating
Element
Guide
Edges
Guide
Rails
Safety
Switch
Slide
Down
Fig. 4
Control Panel
Fig. 5
Using the Safety Timer
Attention: Setting the timer will
automatically turn the deep fryer “On”.
The power light will illuminate indicating
that the deep fryer is “On”. The safety
timer will turn the unit off at the end of the
selected time period.
The maximum time you can run the deep
fryer is 60 minutes. In the event that you
forget that the deep fryer is running, this
safety feature to ensure that the deep
fryer does not continue to operate for
extended period of time.
To set the safety timer:
1. Turn the safety timer to the right to
set the amount of time your deep fryer
will run. The safety timer will start the
count-down immediately.
2. The power light will illuminate as soon
as you turn the safety timer to the
right. The light will go out and the unit
will make a ‘ding’ sound when the
allotted time period ends.
3. You can always add time or decrease
time by turning the safety timer to the
right or left.
Control Panel
12. Temperature Control
13. Po wer Light
14. Ready Light
15. Safety Timer
Pre-Heating the Oil
Warning: Never plug in the deep fryer
before filling the reservoir with oil. (See
"Filling the Oil Reservoir" for
instructions) Always unplug the
appliance when not in use.
1. Make sure the oil level in the oil
reservoir is between the minimum
and maximum lines inside the oil
reservoir.
Note: The frying basket should not be
immersed in the oil during pre-heating.
2. Replace the lid cover.
3. Plug the applia nce into a 120-volt
electrical outlet.
4. Turn the temperature control to the
desired temperature.
5. Turn the safety timer to 15 minutes.
The power light will come on indicating
that the deep fryer is now “On”.
6. To indicate that the oil has reached the
selected temperature, the ready light
will illuminate.
7. When the allotted time runs out, you
will hear a ‘ding’ sound and the power
light will turn off, indicating that the
deep fryer is now “Off”.
Using the Large Capacity Deep
Fryer
Warning: Never plug in the deep fryer
before filling with oil to specified level.
Before plugging in, make sure control
panel is securely in place on the body
and the heating element is covered in oil
in the reservoir.
Important: Ensure the control panel is
fitted correctly to the body otherwise the
unit will not function. This is not a defect.
This product is fitted with a safety switch
to prevent the unit from turning “on”
accidentally.
Warning: In order to avoid injury or
burns, never touch any metal parts on
the deep fryer because they may be hot.
Filling the Frying Basket
• Do not fill the frying basket when it
is immersed in oil. Remove the
frying basket from the hot oil and
then fill the frying basket with food.
• Place the food in the frying basket.
Do not overfill the frying basket and
never exceed the MAX line
indicated on the frying basket. For
optimum results and shorter frying
time, the frying basket should be
only 1/2 full.
• Never fill the frying basket higher
than the MAX line on the frying
basket with frozen food.
Warning: To prevent spattering and
burns, remove the frying basket from
the deep fryer before filling with frozen
food.
Caution: When frying frozen food, it is
recommended that food is at the 3/4
level, below the MAX line. Always
clean off any ice from frozen food prior
to frying. Failure to do so may cause
fryer to overflow when food is placed in
oil.
Frying Food
Note: Always use the frying basket to fry
food. Always close the lid cover during
frying.
1. To preheat the oil, set the
temperature control to the desired
temperature and turn the safety timer
to 15 minutes.
2. When the oil is pre-heated, the ready
light will illuminate.
Note: Many factors can effect the length
of time it takes to preheat oil. It may take
more or less then 15 minutes to preheat
your oil. You may need to adjust the
safety timer to add or remove time
according to your needs.
3. Fill the frying basket with the food and
slowly lower the frying basket into the
hot oil. Lowering the frying basket too
quickly can result in oil overflow and
splashing.
4. Reset the safety timer to the desired
time.
5. Replace the lid cover carefully.
Note: It is normal for steam to escape
through the sides of the lid cover while
frying.
Warning: Avoid standing too close to the
deep fryer while it is working.
Warning: When opening the lid cover
after frying, lift up the lid slightly, then wait
to allow steam to escape before opening
the lid completely. Keep face away from
unit to avoid burns caused by escaping
steam.
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The following cooking times reflect the approximate time needed to fry one basket filled
only to the MAX line. The exact time may be different depending on actual quantity,
personal cooking preferences, size and thickness of pieces, etc...
Temperature Settings
In general, use lower settings for delicate foods (vegetables, fish) and higher settings
for frozen foods, French Fries and chicken.
Food Cooking Time Temperature
French Fries 6-9 minutes
Fish Fillets 3-5 minutes
Chicken Fingers 6-8 minutes
Chicken Pieces 13-20 minutes
Fried Zucchini 3 minutes
Fried Mushrooms 3 minutes
Onion Rings 3 minutes
Donuts 3-5 minutes
Apple Beignets 4 minutes
Shrimp 4-6 minutes
At the End of Cooking
1. Turn the temperature control to “Off”
and the safety timer to zero.
2 Unplug the power cord from the
electrical socket.
3. Lift up the lid cover slowly and wait
to allow steam to escape before
opening the lid cover completely.
4. Lift up the frying basket by the
handle. Place it on the oil reservoir
and allow the food to drain for a
minute. (Fig. 6)
5 Once the oil has drained from the
frying basket, the frying basket may
be lifted off and the food served.
Warning: Always let the deep fryer
cool completely (approximately 2 hours)
before cleaning or storing. Never carry
or move the deep fryer with hot oil
inside.
Fig. 6
Filtering & Changing the Oil
Attention: Make sure the deep fryer is
unplugged from the electrical socket and
the oil has cooled (approximately 2 hours)
before changing the oil, or cleaning and
storing the deep fryer.
Note: The oil does not need to be
changed after each use. In general, the oil
will be tainted rather quickly when frying
food containing a lot of protein (such as
poultry, meat or fish). When oil is mainly
used to fry potatoes and is filtered after
each use, it can be used 8 to 10 times.
However, do not use the same oil for longer
than 6 months.
To filter the oil:
1. Make sure the oil has cooled
(approximately 2 hours) and then empty
the oil from the oil reservoir into another
container or bottle. (Fig. 7)
2. Wash and dry the oil reservoir and
frying basket.
3. Refill the oil reservoir with the oil by
pouring the oil through a wire
strainer or paper filter. (Fig. 8)
Fig. 7
Frying Tips
• Do not mix different types of oils or
new and old oil together.
• Replace oil regularly. In general, oil
will be tainted fast when frying food
containing a lot of protein, (such as
poultry, meat and fish).
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375°F
325°F
350°F
350°F
325°F
325°F
325°F
350°F
350°F
325°F
Fig. 8
• When oil is used mainly to fry
potatoes, and is filtered after each
use, it can be used up to 8 to 10
times.
• Do not use the same oil for more
than 6 months.
• Always replace all oil when it starts
to foam when heated, when it’s color
becomes dark, when it has a rancid
smell or taste, or when it becomes
syrupy.
• Make sure that the food to be fried is
as dry as possible.
• Always remove loose ice from
frozen food before frying.
• To cook evenly, pieces should be the
same size and thickness.
• Thicker pieces will take longer to
cook.
Detachable Power Cord
Your deep fryer has been specifically
designed with your safety in mind. Your
deep fryer features a detachable power
cord. This power cord is designed to
break away from the fryer body in the
event that the cord is inadvertently
pulled or tugged. This safety feature is
intended to prevent the deep fryer from
accidentally tipping over and
dangerously spilling the hot oil inside.
To attach the power cord:
1. The male receptacle
for the power cord is
permanently attached
to the rear of the
control panel. (Fig. 9)
2. To connect the female
Fig. 9
power cord plug to the
male receptacle on the appliance,
orient the female plug so that it
mates with the male receptacle.
Note: The female plug can only be
inserted one way. If the female plug will
not go into the receptacle on the
appliance, rotate the male plug 180°.
IMPORTANT: Should the magnetic
plug become detached from the
appliance during use, it is important to
do the following:
1. Unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet.
2. Turn the safety timer to zero and turn
the temperature control to the “Off”
position.
3. Re-attach the power cord to the
receptacle at the rear of the
appliance.
4. Re-connect the power cord to the
electrical outlet.
5. Resume cooking.
Cleaning Instructions
Warning: Always remove the plug
from the wall socket before cleaning.
Allow the deep fryer and the oil to cool
completely (approximately 2 hours)
before cleaning. Never immerse the
control panel, cord or plug in water or
any other liquid.
To clean your deep fryer and it parts,
always follow the instruction under the
section “Cleaning Prior to First Use”.
• Do not place the control panel, cord
or plug in the dishwasher.
• Clean the control panel with a
damp cloth only.
• The oil reservoir, frying basket, and
lid cover can be washed on the top
rack of a dishwasher.
• The body of the deep fryer can be
washed in warm soapy water. Do
not put the body of the deep fryer in
the dishwasher.
The Reset Feature
Your deep fryer is equipped with a reset
feature. If for some reason the deep
fryer stops heating, the reason may be
that the reset switch has tripped.
To reset the deep fryer:
1. Push the thermostat reset button
located on the back of the control
panel with a ball point pen or pencil.
(Fig. 10)
2. The unit will beep to indicate that it
has reset and you may resume
cooking.
Reset
Button
Fig. 10
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