Euro-Pro K4318 Owner's Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
MODE D’EMPLOI
Model / Modelo / Modèle: K4318
120V., 60Hz., 1700 Watts / Vatios
EURO-PRO Operating LLC
Boston, MA, 02465
1 (800) 798-7398
www.euro-pro.com
4 Liter Electronic Deep Fryer
Freidora de Inmersión de 4 Litros
Friteuse Électronique de 4 Litres
COPYRIGHT© EURO-PRO OPERATING LLC 2008
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 (not from
receptacle on appliance) 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
reservoir.
8. Never overfill the fryer with oil. Fill
only between the minimum and
maximum levels, as indicated inside
the oil reservoir.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
• 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.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
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.
18. Ensure that basket handle is correctly
assembled and locked in place. (See
assembly instructions.)
SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Rev. 02/06A
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• Do not immerse the control panel and
heating element 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.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DEEP FRYER
1. Body (Housing)
2. Body Handle
3. Oil Container
4. “MAX” Fill Line
5. Heating Element
6. Sensor
7. Control Panel
8. Guide Rails
9. Power Indicator Light
10. Ready Indicator Light
11. Digital Display
12./13. Temperature Adjust
Button
14./15. Timer Adjust Button
16. Power Button
17. Function Cancel Button
18. Fryer Lid
19. Removable Filter
20. Lid Handle
21. Viewing Window
22. Large Frying Basket
23. Fryer Basket Handles (x3)
24. Small Frying Basket (x2)
25. Thermostat Reset Button
Technical Specifications
Voltage: 120V., 60Hz.
Power: 1700 Watts
Note: Illustrations may differ from actual product
Fig. 1
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Read all the sections of this booklet and follow all the instructions carefully.
Prior to First Use, Clean the Unit
Thoroughly
• 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)
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 exceed "MAX"
line when filling the basket with food.
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 should not be
used to boil water.
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.
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.
Fig. 2
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• 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.
Back of Main Body
Guide Rails
Using the Electronic Deep Fryer
Using Solid Fat
WARNING: Do not put solid shortening
in the oil container or the frying basket.
• If using solid vegetable shortening,
melt it first in a separate pan and then
very carefully pour the melted fat into
the oil container.
• Previously used solid vegetable
shortening which has curdled and
hardened in the oil container should be
removed from the oil container and
melted in a separate pan before
reusing.
WARNING: If you try to melt the
solidified fat in the oil container, there is a
risk of warm melted fat suddenly
sputtering from below through the still
solid top layer of fat.
Therefore use only the following
procedure:
• Make sure the fat is at room
temperature. If the fat is very cold,
there is a greater risk of splashing.
• Using a fork, carefully make some
holes in the fat. Make sure the lid is
securely closed while fat is melting.
Press the "Function" Reset button
and press timer button to set the time
you require.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Lift up the control panel with heating
element.
• Insert the “guide edges“ on the control
panel into the “guide rails" mounted
on the metal body. (Fig. 3)
• Slide the “guide edges" down till the
end.
Installing the “Control Panel with
the Heating Element” into its Place
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.
Important: Ensure the control panel is
fitted correctly to the main unit 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.
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Fig. 3
Important Notice: The automatic
safety switch ensures that the unit will not
operate unless the control panel has been
inserted into the “guide rails" on the metal
body correctly. (Fig. 4)
Heating Element
Guide
Edges
Safety Switch
Control Panel
Fig. 4
Pre-Heating
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: Never plug in the deep
fryer before filling with oil. (See "Filling"
instructions on page 4.) Always unplug
the appliance when not in use.
• Make sure the oil level in the oil
container is between the "minimum“
and "maximum" lines inside the oil
container.
• The frying basket should not be
immersed in the oil during the preheating.
• Replace the lid cover.
• Plug the appliance into a 120-volt
outlet. The unit will beep.
• Press the power button. The unit will
beep and the power indicator light
will come on. It’s showing that the
power on. The upper screen display
320 °F and the lower screen displays
_ _: _ _ . It’s in constant boiling status.
• Set the required temperature – The
temperature is adjustable from 155 °F
to 385 °F in 5ºF increments. If you
want to elevate the temperature, press
the “+” button. When you press the “+”
button the unit will beep. If you want to
lower the temperature, press the “-”
button. When you press the “-” button
the unit will beep and the upper screen
will display the temperature that you set.
When the set temperature is reached,
the green ready indicator light come on.
(Fig. 5)
• Timer: The MAX timer time is 15
minutes. If you want to add time, please
press "+" button. If you want to subtract
time, press "-" button. The lower screen
will display the time that you set.
• Function Clear/ Reset : If you press the
function clear reset button, the unit is in
default status. The default temperature
is 320 °F and the default time is 00:00.
10. Power Indicator Light (Red)
11. Ready Indicator Light (Green)
12. Digital Display
13. / 14. Temperature Adjust Button
15. / 16. Timer Adjust Button
17. Power Button
18. Function Clear/Reset Button
Fig. 5
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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 the hot oil.
• Place the food in the frying basket.
Do not drop the food into the hot
cooking oil. Do not overfill it and never
exceed the “MAX” line on the frying
basket. For optimum results and
shorter frying time, fry smaller
quantities.
• The frying basket has a “MAX” line
on it. Do not fill the basket with food
over this line.
WARNING: When frying frozen foods,
remove the frying basket from the deep
fryer before filling because oil will spatter
and cause burns.
CAUTION: When frying frozen foods
such as French Fries, you should not
exceed the “Max” fill line on the fryer
basket. 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.
CAUTION: Never plug in the control
panel when it is not assembled to the fryer
body. Do not immerse the control panel,
power cord or plug in water or any other
liquid.
Frying Food
• Always use the frying basket to fry food.
• Always close the lid cover during frying.
• When the oil is pre-heated, the ready
indicator light will come on indicating
that the desired temperature is reached.
• Slowly lower the frying basket into the
hot oil. Lowering the frying basket too
quickly can result in the oil overflowing
and splashing.
• Replace the lid carefully.
• It is normal for steam to escape through
the sides of the lid while frying.
• Avoid standing too close to the deep
fryer while it is working.
WARNING: When opening the fryer lid
after frying, lift the lid slightly, then wait to
allow the steam to escape before
removing the lid completely. Keep face
away from unit to avoid burns caused by
escaping steam.
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• Press the power button to turn the
power off.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall
outlet.
• Lift up the lid cover slowly and wait to
allow steam to escape before
removing the lid cover completely.
• Lift up the frying basket by the
handle. Place it on the oil container
and allow the food to drain for a
minute.
• Once the oil has drained from the
frying basket, the 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.
At the End of Cooking
• Do not mix different 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). When oil is
used mainly to fry potatoes and is
filtered after each use, it can be used
up to 8 to 10 times, but do not use the
same oil for more than 6 months.
• Always replace all oil as soon as it
starts foaming when heated or when
color becomes dark or when it has a
rancid smell or taste or becomes
syrupy.
• Make sure that the food to be fried is
dry.
• 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.
Frying Tips
The following cooking times reflect only the approximate time needed to fry one
basket 1/2 full. The exact time may be different depending on actual quantity,
personal cooking preferences, size and thickness of pieces, etc...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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
375°F
Fish Fillets 3-5 minutes
320°F
Chicken Fingers 6-8 minutes
350°F
Chicken Pieces 13-20 minutes
350°F
Fried Zucchini 3 minutes
320°F
Fried Mushrooms 3 minutes
320°F
Onion Rings 3 m inutes
320°F
Donuts 3-5 minutes
350°F
Apple Beignets 4 minutes
350°F
Shrimp 4-6 minutes
320°F
• Make sure the deep fryer is unplugged
and the oil has cooled before cleaning
or storing the deep fryer.
• 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, first make sure the oil
has cooled and then empty the oil from
the oil container into another container
or bottle. (Fig. 6)
• Wash and dry the oil container and
basket. Refill the oil container with the
oil, pouring the oil through a wire
strainer or paper filter. (Fig. 7)
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Filtering & Changing the Oil
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OPERATING 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.
• Follow the cleaning instructions on
page 3. (Prior to First Use…)
• Never immerse the control panel,
cord or plug in water or any other
liquid.
• Do not place the control panel, cord
or plug in the dishwasher.
• Clean the control panel only with a
damp cloth.
• The oil container, frying basket, lid
cover and filter can be washed in the
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.
Cleaning Instructions
Connecting the Detachable
Power Supply Cord
Your deep fryer has been specifically
designed with your safety in mind. This
unit has a unique detachable power supply
cord. This power supply cord is designed
to “Break Away” from the fryer body in the
event that the supply cord is inadvertently
pulled. This is intended to prevent the
tipping of the appliance and hazardous
spillage of hot oil.
The female receptacle portion of the power
supply cord is permanently attached to the
rear of the the control panel. To connect
the male power cord plug to the female
receptacle on the appliance, orient the
male plug so that it mates with the female
receptacle. The male plug can only be
inserted one way. If the male plug will not
go into the receptacle on the appliance,
rotate the male plug 180° and insert again.
Important: Should the male plug become
detached from the appliance during use, it
is important to:
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall
outlet.
2. Turn off the appliance at the control
panel.
3. Re-attach the power cord to the
appliance.
4. Re-connect to power outlet.
5. Turn the appliance back on.
• Push the thermostat reset button
located on the back of the control
panel with the back of a ball point
pen. (Fig. 8) The unit will beep to
indicate that it has re-set.
If for some reason the deep fryer stops
heating, the reason might be that the
safety reset switch has tripped. To
reset the the deep fryer, follow the
instructions listed below:
How To Reset the Deep Fryer
RESET
Thermostat
Reset
Fig. 8
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