GE 168952 User Manual

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168952 • UPC 681131689526

Item Stock Number 168952

UPC: 681131689526

Restaurant Style Stainless Steel Deep Fryer

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Deep Fryer Safety

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

1. Read all instructions before using.

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

3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse Control Panel Assembly, cord or plugs in water or other liquids.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. This appliance is not to be used by 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 manufacturer (see warranty) for examination, repair, or adjustment.

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

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over the 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 fryer containing hot oil.

12. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord in the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn control to “OFF,” 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 place. (See detailed assembly instructions)

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, 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. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

Congratulations on the purchase of your New GE Deep Fryer. This Deep Fryer is equipped with a Break-away Power Cord System, which includes a detachable magnetic cord designed to

separate from the unit when certain amounts of force are applied (See details on pg. 5 for instructions on the proper usage of the Break-away magnetic cord.)

NOTE: This cord meets revised Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) Standard 1083 requirements effective May 30, 2001.

A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. WARNING: Do not use an extension cord.

No user-serviceable parts inside Control Panel Assembly. Do not attempt to service this product.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Consumer Safety Information

THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Know Your Deep Fryer

Parts and Features

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

15A 15B

16 17 18

On/Off Switch

Removable Filter Cover

White Cotton Grease Filter

Charcoal Odor Filter

Removable Lid

View Window

Frying Basket

Stainless Steel Exterior

Folding Basket Handle

Removable Stainless Steel Oil Reservoir

Side Carrying Handles

Power Light

Ready Light

Plastic Storage Lid

Control Panel Assembly

Control Panel

Cool-Zone Heating Element

Te mperature Control Knob

Basket Hook

Manual Reset Button

Lid Handle

15B

15A

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NOTE:

Never turn on the fryer with an empty Oil Reservoir. Always use your fryer on a flat, heat resistant surface.

1. Attach magnetic

end of Break-away cord assembly directly to the fryer socket (See figure

1).

This should be done prior to plugging the cord into the wall outlet.

The magnetic end of the cord is designed to only go on one way. Be sure the side stating "THIS SIDE UP" is facing up.

2. Remove lid.

3. Remove Frying Basket, pull Basket Handle up until it clicks into the horizontal position (Fig. 2).

4. Make sure the Oil Reservoir is seated in place with the Basket Hook on the side opposite the Control Panel Assembly. The Oil Reservoir is also marked indicating which side is the “Heater Side”. Pour cooking oil into Oil Reservoir until it reaches between “MIN” and “MAX” marks inside reservoir. DO NOT OVER OR UNDER FILL.

5. Smear a little oil on the inside of the Viewing Window. This prevents condensation, which impedes the view.

6. Place lid onto the unit.

7. Make sure that fryer is off and insert plug into 120 volts AC outlet. To turn fryer on, press ON/OFF button once. The power indicator

will come on. Turn Temperature Control Knob to desired temperature. The Ready Light will come on when the set temperature is reached.

8. After oil has been preheated, remove lid and place Frying Basket onto Basket Hook inside Oil Reservoir.

CAUTION:

Keep the Folding Handle in

the locked position.

9. Place food inside Frying Basket (Do not stack food). Place lid back onto the unit. Lower Frying Basket into Oil Reservoir.

CAUTION:

Always replace lid before immersing food in oil. Do not immerse or drain food with lid removed.

For cooking times, see fry chart on page 7 or use the recommended times in your recipe.

10.After time is up, lift Frying Basket

and hang basket onto Basket Hook in Oil Reservoir. To remove excess grease and retain crispness, let food drain in Frying Basket at least 10-20 seconds. Open lid, then lift Frying Basket by handle and pour contents onto plate covered with paper towels before serving.

11.When finished cooking, shut down

fryer by pushing the ON/OFF button to the OFF position.

WARNING: DO NOT USE BREAK-AWAY POWER CORD SYSTEM TO DISCONNECT THE FRYER. ALWAYS DISCONNECT PLUG FROM WALL OUTLET FIRST TO DISCONNECT FRYER. Use only Model# DP16 magnetic cord set with this product. The use of any other magnetic cord set may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

CAUTION:

The Break-away power cord is only for accidental disconnection and not to be removed during normal operation. If the cord becomes

Figure 1

Figure 2

How to Use Your Deep Fryer

Preparing Your Fryer for Use

•Fill the unit to the maximum or minimum capacity lines only.

•Do not over fill the basket. To achieve quality results deep frying food needs to be surrounded by oil. Too much food causes the oil temperature to drop, resulting in “soggy” food.

•Be sure that all ice crystals are removed from the food and food is completely dry. Excessive water and ice can cause the oil to splatter and/or overflow.

• Coated foods (bread crumbs,batters, etc.) are best for deep frying. The coating acts as a protective layer keeping food moist on the inside and crisp on the outside.

•Fry foods at the correct temperature for best results. This will prevent burning and give you even colored, crispy food.

Before fryer is used for the first time; remove all packaging materials including plastic bag covering Fryer Basket and notice inside.

Make sure fryer is unplugged. Wash the Frying Basket and Removable Oil Reservoir in hot soapy water. Gently

wipe the Cool-Zone Heating Element with a damp cloth. Dry all parts thoroughly. Your fryer is now ready to use.

CAUTION: Do not immerse fryer, cord, plugs or Control Panel Assembly in water.

Tips for Deep Frying

The Cool-Zone Heating Element can not be switched on unless you insert the (1) Control Panel Assembly to the locating slots of the (2) Connecting Plate on the Stainless Steel Exterior.

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Cleaning Replacement Filters

1. Open the Filter Cover.

2. White Cotton Grease Filter may be washed in hot soapy water. Allow to air dry.

3. Clean the inside of the cover with a damp soapy sponge. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

4. Insert Charcoal Odor Filter on the bottom of Removable Lid, followed by a clean Grease Filter, then replace the Filter Cover.

NOTE:

Replacement filters can be

purchased at most Wal-Mart locations.

FOOD TEMP. SETTING TIME (MINUTES)

Chicken Strips 375° F 5 to 8 Chicken pieces, bone-in 360° F 15 to 20 Fish, Battered 375° F 4 to 5 French fries, frozen Follow directions on package Fritters 375° F 2 to 4 Onion Rings 375° F 3 to 5 Shrimp, breaded 360° F 2 to 4

Frying Time and Temperature

The frying times in this chart are a guide and should be adjusted to suit the different quantities or thickness of food and to suit your own taste.

WARNING: Always turn control to “OFF” then disconnect plug from wall outlet BEFORE disconnecting BREAK-AWAY CORD.

CAUTION:

•Do not immerse cord sets in water or any liquids.

•Do not attempt to defeat the detachable magnetic Break-away cord system by trying to permanently attach cord set to product.

•Do not stick pins or other sharp objects in holes on magnetic cord set.

•Do not use any type of steel wool to clean magnetic contacts.

1. Unplug from outlet and allow unit to cool completely.

2. Remove Break-away magnetic cord

from the fryer socket.

3. Clean the outside of the Deep Fryer

and lid with a damp cloth.

CAUTION:

Do not use abrasive pads or

alcohol.

4. Remove Frying Basket. Wash the

Frying Basket in the dishwasher or with hot soapy water. Rinse and towel dry carefully.

5. Lift Control Panel Assembly up

from backside of fryer.

CAUTION:

Be sure you have allowed enough time, after using, for Control Panel Assembly to cool down completely.

Carefully lift Oil Reservoir out by holding the rim of the bowl. Oil can be stored in the Oil Reservoir using the Plastic Storage Lid. See Tips for Oil Use and Storage on page 8.

6. The Basket, Main Lid (remove

Filters), Storage Lid, and Oil Reservoir are dishwasher safe. Dry all parts thoroughly after cleaning.

7. The Control Panel Assembly should

never be immersed into water or other liquids. Gently clean the outer surface of the Control Panel Assembly with a damp cloth containing mild soap solution or plain water.

8. Ensure that both the

lid and the Oil Reservoir are completely dry after washing and before use.

9. After cleaning,

reassemble Control Panel Assembly onto the Stainless Steel Exterior (See figure 3). The Control Panel Assembly must be attached properly to the back of the Stainless Steel Exterior or the appliance will not operate.

10.For storage, Folding Basket Handle

can be folded down to fit inside the Oil Reservoir.

How to Clean Your Deep Fryer

Figure 3

disconnected, the user should immediately unplug the cord set from the wall outlet, then reconnect the magnetic cord to the socket.

NOTE: Your Deep Fryer is provided with

a safety protection device: If the Control Panel Assembly is not

properly placed on the Stainless Steel Exterior, the Control Panel Assembly will not operate.

How to Use Your Deep Fryer (Cont.)

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