Hamilton Beach 35020 User Manual

Freidora eléctrica

Deep Fryer

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READ BEFORE USE

LIRE AVANT UTILISATION

LEA ANTES DE USAR

Le invitamos a leer cuidadosamente este
instructivo antes de usar su aparato.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read all instructions.

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

3. To protect against risk of electric shock,
do not immerse cord, plugs, or heating
element assembly in water or other liquid.

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

5. Be sure handle is properly assembled to
basket and locked into place.
See detailed assembly directions.

6. 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.

7. Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug, or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any manner. Call our
toll-free customer service number for
information on examination, repair,
or adjustment.

8. The use of accessory attachments not
recommended or sold by the appliance
manufacturer for use with this model
may cause injuries.

9. Do not use outdoors.

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

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

12. Extreme caution must be used when
moving deep fryer containing hot oil.

13. Always attach plug to appliance first,
then plug cord in the wall outlet.
To disconnect, turn any control to OFF
and remove plug from wall outlet.

14. Do not use appliance for other than
intended purpose.

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

16. To reduce the risk of injury, NEVER fill oil
above MAX fill mark.

17. Always ensure removable pot is filled at
least MIN level when using oil.

18. Never leave appliance unattended while
in use.

19. Always dry foods and remove ice before
frying.

20. Always dry deep fryer components
thoroughly after cleaning and before frying.

21. Always fry with lid in place.

22. Do not use refrigerated oil.

23. Never block vent on lid. Be aware of
steam emitting from vent.

24. Escaping steam may cause burns to
hands or fingers. Open the lid carefully.

25. Always raise basket, rest on drain bracket,
and allow food to drain before removing
lid or food basket.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This product is intended for household
use only.

This product is only intended for the prepa­ration, cooking, and serving of foods. This
product is not intended for use with any
non-food materials or products.

WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance
has a polarized plug (one wide blade) that
reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug
fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by
modifying the plug in any way or using an
adaptor. If the plug does not fit, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician
replace the outlet.

WARNING! Burn Hazards.

• Serious hot-oil burns may result from a

deep-fat 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 with an extension
cord.

• Hot liquid will splash if you miss the drain

bracket and accidentally drop the frying
basket into the hot liquid. Do not lean over
the deep fryer when the lid is off.

OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

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Parts and Features

Removable
Filter Cover

Charcoal
Odor Filter

Washable
Grease Filter

View Window

Frying Basket

Removable
Oil Pot

Lid Release
(OPEN) Button

Power Light

Plastic
Housing

Ready to
Cook Light

Rotary Timer
with Signal Bell

Adjustable
Thermostat

Handle

Handle Lock
Release

Magnetic Cord Assembly

Removable
Lid

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1. Place fryer on stable, level, heat-resis-

tant surface out of reach of children.

2. Press Lid Release Button (OPEN) to

open lid.

3. Lift handle to raise basket to highest

position until

firmly locked

into place.

4. Remove basket from fryer.

5. Fill fryer with at least 6 but no more

than 8 cups of
oil to top indi­cator mark on
removable oil
pot.

WARNING! Never operate unit without
oil in pot or unit will exceed temperature
limit and will require resetting.

6. Make sure fryer is turned to OFF ( O ).

Attach magnetic
end of cord
assembly to
fryer socket.
Magnetic end of
cord will only go
in one way. Be
careful not to

disturb magnetic
connection when plugging cord into
electrical outlet.

NOTE: Magnetic force is relatively
low to ensure that cord will break
away in the event of being inadver­tently pulled; thereby, preventing
deep fryer from being pulled off a
countertop.

7. Close lid. Set temperature control to

desired setting. Set timer to “Stay On”
(counterclockwise) or to a specified
time (clockwise). For specified times
less than 5 minutes, turn timer clock­wise past 5 minute mark then turn
back to desired time less than 5 min­utes. Preheat fryer until Ready to Cook
Light comes on (10 to 15 minutes).
For more information on temperature
selection, check food package or
Frying Chart.

Ready to Cook Light will come on when
oil has reached preset temperature.

8. To fry unbattered food, place food in

basket and proceed with step 9.
To fry battered foods, proceed with

steps 9 and 10 to lower basket into
oil, then carefully drop food directly
into oil.

NOTE: Do not exceed maximum
amount of food to be fried in one
batch. See Frying Chart for more
information.

Frying

w WARNING

Burn Hazard.

• Never fill oil above MAX fill mark.

• Never move fryer when it is in operation or when fryer contains hot oil.

• Never leave fryer unattended while in use.

• Escaping steam may cause burns to hands or fingers. Open lid carefully.

• Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious burns as hot oil may
spill from fryer.

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Frying Chart

9. Press Lid Release Button to open

lid. Carefully
place basket
in fryer and
close lid.

10. Press Handle Lock Release Button

and carefully
lower basket
to lowest
position.

Set timer
based on
Frying Chart
or recipe
instructions.

11. Close lid.
WARNING! Never operate unit without

oil in pot or unit will exceed tempera­ture limit and will require resetting.

FRYING TIPS:

•

Ready to Cook Light

may go out after
frying a batch of food. When oil has
reached selected temperature,

Ready

to Cook Light

will come back on. Unit

is now ready to fry next batch of food.

• Lift basket handle slightly when
pushing Handle Lock Release Button.
This will allow Button to push down
more smoothly.

Frying (cont.)

FRYING COOKING INTERNAL TEMP/

FOOD TEMPERATURE TIME DONENESS

Vegetables 350ºF (180ºC) 2 to 3 minutes Tender crisp

Frozen Fish Sticks 350ºF (180ºC) 2 to 3 minutes 145ºF (63ºC)

Beef (single layer) 375ºF (190ºC) 3 to 5 minutes 160ºF (71ºC) for medium

Chicken, Frozen (precooked) 375ºF (190ºC) 4 to 5 minutes 165ºF (73ºC)

Chicken, Fresh Pieces, Bone-In 375ºF (190ºC) 20 minutes 165ºF (73ºC)

French Fries, Frozen 375ºF (190ºC) 3 to 5 minutes Brown & Crisp

French Fries, Fresh (single layer) 375ºF (190ºC) 15 minutes Brown & Crisp

Onion Rings, Frozen 375ºF (190ºC) 5 to 7 minutes Brown & Crisp

NOTES:

• Length of cooking time and temperature may vary based on batch size and weight.

• For best results, fry a single layer of food for each batch.

• Frozen, uncooked chicken should be thawed, excess water removed, and patted dry
with paper towel prior to cooking.

• See “Frying Tips” for more information to obtain best results.

• Always follow package directions.

• When cooking meat, poultry or fish, use cooking thermometer to determine internal

temperatures.

• Visit foodsafety.gov for more information on safe internal cooking temperatures.

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Cleaning Your Fryer

1. Lift handle to raise basket until it is

firmly locked

into place.

2. Press Lid Release (OPEN) Button to

open lid.

WARNING!

Burn Hazard.
Escaping steam
may cause
burns to hands
or fingers. Open
lid carefully.

3. Carefully remove basket from fryer.
Do not place thumb on Handle Lock

Release Button. Shake basket over
fryer to remove excess fat. Place
fried food in a bowl or colander lined
with paper towel.

4. Turn temperature control to OFF
( O ) and unplug appliance after use.

After Frying

1. Wait until oil has cooled.

2. Remove lid by grasping on each

side and lifting
straight up.

3. Remove basket and oil pot from

fryer and pour
out oil. Wipe
all excess oil
or oil film from
removable oil
pot.

4. Clean plastic housing with hot,
soapy water. Do not immerse unit in
water.

5. Remove filter cover then remove

charcoal filter
and set aside.
Do not wash
the charcoal
filter.

6. Remove grease filter and wash it in
hot, soapy water. Let filter dry thor­oughly before putting it back in lid.

7. Clean lid, basket, and oil pot in hot,
soapy water. Only oil pot may be
washed in dishwasher.

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Fryer Tips

Selecting/Changing Frying Oil

• Use a good quality vegetable or
peanut oil.

• Frying foods in butter, margarine,
olive oil, or animal fat is NOT recom­mended because of low temperature
smoke point.

• DO NOT mix two types of oil.

• Change oil regularly to maintain opti­mum frying and flavor quality.

• Oil used for french fries can be used
10 to 12 times before changing if oil
is filtered after each use. Oil used for
food that is high in protein (such as
meat or fish) should be changed more
often.

• To filter oil, allow oil to completely
cool. Cheesecloth or paper towel may
be used as a filter to strain oil.

• Always follow food package directions.

• DO NOT add fresh oil to used oil.

• Always change oil if it starts to foam
when heated, when it has a strong
smell or taste, or when it turns dark
and/or syrupy.

Before Frying

• Excess water or ice particles can

cause hot oil to splatter or foam.
Remove any excess water from
fresh food by blotting with a paper
towel. Remove any ice chunks or
build up from frozen foods.

General Tips

• DO NOT use plastic utensils in hot
oil.

• Season food AFTER frying.

• If food is not as crisp as desired,
reduce batch size.

Disposing of Oil

• Pour cool oil into its original (reseal­able) empty plastic bottle.

Basket Usage with Freshly
Battered Foods

• Freshly battered foods should be
carefully placed directly into oil. First,
lower basket fully then carefully
place each piece of battered food
into hot oil. Use basket to remove
fried battered foods.

Storage

• Basket handle can be disengaged
and rotated into basket. Place oil
pot in base and then place basket
and power cord in oil pot.

• It is best to store all oils in refrigerator
or a cool, dark, dry place for up to
six months.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

Fried food does
not have a golden
brown color and/or
is not crispy.

Things TO CHECK

• Selected temperature is too low or food has not been
fried long enough. Check food package or Frying Chart
for correct temperature or preparation time.

• Too much food in basket. Never fry too much food at
one time. See food package, Frying Chart, or recipe for
correct frying amount. Food pieces may be too thick to
fry adequately.

• Volume of oil is too low.

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Troubleshooting (continued)

PROBLEM

Fryer gives off a
strong, unpleasant
odor.

Unit does not
heat.

During frying, the
oil spills over the
edge of the
fryer.

The oil foams too
much during
frying.

Condensation
forms on viewing
window.

Things TO CHECK

• Grease filter is saturated. Remove lid and clean lid
and grease filter in hot, soapy water.

• Oil isn’t fresh. Change oil. Filter oil regularly to keep it
fresh longer.

• Type of oil is not suitable for deep-frying food.
Use good quality frying oil. Do not mix two different
types of oil.

• Ensure magnetic cord assembly is properly attached
to fryer socket.

• Ensure electrical cord assembly is plugged into
electrical outlet.

• Ensure timer is set to Stay On or a set amount of time

• There is too much oil in fryer. Make sure that oil does
not exceed maximum level mark.

• Food contains too much liquid. Dry food thoroughly
before placing it in fryer. Follow instructions in “Frying”
section.

• There is too much food in frying basket. Do not fry
more food at one time than quantities indicated on
food package or Frying Chart.

• Food contains too much liquid. Dry food thoroughly
before placing it in fryer.

• Type of oil is not suitable for deep-frying food.
Use good quality frying oil. Do not mix two different
types of oil or fat.

• Oil pot has not been cleaned properly. See instructions
in “Cleaning” section.

• Water vapor from food collects on window. When unit
is cold, wipe a small amount of oil on inside of viewing
window to prevent condensation buildup.

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for delicious recipes

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This warranty applies to products purchased in the U.S. or Canada.

LIMITED WARRANTY

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship
for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase, except as noted
below. During this period, we will repair or replace this product at our option.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR
CONDITION, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY STATUTORY WARRANTY OR
CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. ANY LIABILITY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL
TO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AND ALL CLAIMS FOR SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED.
There is no warranty with respect to the following, which may be supplied
with this product, including without limitation: glass parts, glass containers,
cutter/strainers, blades, seals, gaskets, clutches, motor brushes, and/or agitators,
etc. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not
cover a defect resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect including failure to clean
product regularly in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, use for
commercial purposes, or any use not in conformity with the printed directions.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other legal
rights which vary from state to state, or province to province. Some states or
provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental or
consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

If you have a claim under this warranty, DO NOT RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO
THE STORE! Please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER. (For faster service
please have model, series, and type numbers ready for operator to assist you.)

CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBERS

In the U.S. 1-800-851-8900
In Canada 1-800-267-2826

hamiltonbeach.com

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