Kalorik USK FT 14417 User Manual

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Deep fat fryer

Freidora

Friteuse

Fritadeira

USK FT 14417

www.KALORIK.com

120V~ 1200W

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

2.

Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on the
rating plate of the appliance before using the appliance.

3.

Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

4. To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord, plugs, the
appliance or its control panel in water or other liquid.

5. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or
near children.

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 the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

7. Do not place any items on top or next to this appliance at any
time. To prevent a fire, keep this appliance clear of contact with
any flammable materials including curtains, draperies, walls,
plastic materials, etc., at all times.

8. 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.

9. Do not place any flammable materials in or close to the Deep
Fryer, such as paper, cardboard, plastic or flammable
substances.

10. Oversized foods must not be inserted into the Deep Fryer as they
may create a fire.

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

12. Do not use outdoors.

13.

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

14.

Do not use with an extension cord.

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

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16. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

17. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord in the wall
outlet. To disconnect, remove plug from wall outlet.

18. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

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

20. Periodically check for looseness of screws or nuts and retighten
them. CAUTION: Overtightening can result in stripping of screws or
nuts or cracking of handle or feet.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

POLARIZED PLUG INSTRUCTIONS

Some appliances are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug
will fit into the polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not
properly fit into the outlet at first, reverse it. If it still does not fit,
contact a competent qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify
the plug in any way.
For appliances equipped with a standard plug, simply insert the plug
into the outlet without paying attention to the way you plug it.

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS

A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting
from becoming entangled in, or tripping over a longer cord. Do not
use the appliance with an extension cord.

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PART DESCRIPTION

1. Filter

2. Viewing window

3. Power light

4. Thermostat

5. Pilot light

6. Heating element

7. Removable bowl

8. Basket

9. Handle of the basket

BEFORE USE

• Remove all packaging from the unit.

• Remove the lid, basket, handle and any accessory form the

appliance.

• Before you use the deep fat fryer for the first time, we
recommend that you clean the lid, bowl, basket, handle and
housing of the deep fat fryer with warm soapy water with a soft
cloth.

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DISASSEMBLING THE DEEP FAT FRYER

• Remove the control panel from the appliance. To do this, gently
pull the control panel upwards until it is released.

• Take the interior bowl with your two hands and pull it up gently.

ASSEMBLING THE DEEP FAT FRYER

• Stand the appliance on a dry horizontal surface.

• Place the bowl back in the housing and push it downwards.

• Replace the control panel and the accessories. To replace the

control panel, firmly slide the control panel downward into the
location grooves on the back of the housing until it is locked.

• NOTE: The appliance will only operate when the control panel is
correctly fitted to the outer jacket.

• Press the end of the basket's handle together, insert its pins into
the holes foreseen on the basket and unfold the handle of the
basket until it is locked to allow rising the basket easily.

• Put the remaining power cord length in the cord storage in the
back of the appliance.

FIRST USE

• When using the appliance for the first time, pour the required
amount of oil in the bowl, making sure that the level is between
the MIN and MAX marks indicated inside the bowl.

• We recommend that you use a liquid oil that is suitable for deep
fat frying. Check the label on the bottle. If you wish to use a solid
fat, cut the fat in small pieces. Plug in the appliance, put the
thermostat on the minimum position and add the fat pieces
slowly. When the fat has melted, set the thermostat to the desired
temperature. WARNING: FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WILL DAMAGE

YOUR DEEP FAT FRYER.

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USE

• Plug in the appliance and set the thermostat to the desired
temperature. The power light and the pilot light will illuminate. As
soon as the desired temperature is reached, the pilot light will go
out. When the temperature falls, the thermostat will be activated
again, and the pilot light will illuminate. It will go out again as
soon as the temperature is reached.

• Close the lid.

• When the fryer has reached the desired temperature, take off the

lid and raise the basket using the handle. You can attach the
basket to the edge of the bowl.

• Place the food into the basket slowly to avoid splashes and lower
the basket fully into the oil or fat.

• You now have 2 options : Closing the lid - Its filter will reduce
odours and smoke, but keep some steam and moisture inside the
fryer – or frying with the lid open, which might give better frying
results.

• If the lid is used, use the viewing window to check the food. When
the food is ready, take off the lid, raise the basket by lifting the
handle and let the food drain. Warning: be careful when you

open the lid, as hot steam may come out. Be careful not to get
burn.

• If necessary you can take the basket out of the appliance.

• Ensure the food is thoroughly cooked inside and out.

• Your deep fat fryer does not have a separate ON/OFF switch.

After use, turn the thermostat to its off position and unplug the
appliance. Never move the appliance as long as the oil or fat is
still hot.

FOR BEST RESULTS

• Always dry food well before frying. Very ‘wet’ food can cause the
oil to ‘foam’ and may overflow.

• Food for frying should be roughly of the same size to ensure the
food cooks evenly and thoroughly.

• Many types of food may need to be coated before frying -
typical coatings are batter or breadcrumbs.

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• Always wait until the fryer has reached the desired temperature
and the pilot light has gone out, before adding the food.

• Do not overfill the basket.

CAUTION:

This fryer has a built-in safety cut-off switch that

triggers if the unit accidentally overheats (e.g. temperature control
fails to function.) Should this happen, firstly switch off and unplug the
deep fat fryer. Wait until the element cools down (about 15 minutes).
Then press the restart button situated in the back of the control
panel, above the cord storage using a toothpick. This will reset the
deep fat fryer. Your deep fat fryer is now ready to use. To make sure
this does not happen again, please read the instruction manual
thoroughly.
Periodically check for looseness of screws or nuts and retighten them.
CAUTION: Overtightening can result in stripping of screws or nuts or
cracking of handle or feet.

RECIPES

Fresh Chips

• Fresh chips are best fried in two stages.

• Use ‘old’ potatoes (not ‘new’ potatoes). Cut the potatoes into

equal sizes. Rinse the chipped potatoes under running water to
reduce the starch level. Dry thoroughly and separate the pieces.

• Do not exceed the recommended weight. When the
temperature has reached 355°F, place the chips in the basket
and slowly lower the basket into the oil

• For 500g of chips, fry for 8 minutes on 355°F then raise the basket.

• Wait until the temperature light goes out again, lower the basket

and fry for a further 2 minutes.

• Raise the basket and let the chips drain.

• For best results, before serving gently dab the chips with

absorbent paper to remove excess oil.

• Frying times may vary slightly on the type of potatoes used and
the thickness of the chips.

Onion Rings

• Frying temperature - 350°F C for 4 to 5 minutes

• Peel the onions and slice. Separate the slices into rings

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• Dip the rings into a bowl of seasoned milk

• Then dust the rings in plain flour

• Place the rings separately in the frying basket and fry a few at a

time.

Breaded Mushrooms

• Frying temperature - 350°F for 4 to 5 minutes

• Beat 1 egg and dip the mushrooms into the egg

• Then coat the mushrooms with breadcrumbs

• Place separately into the frying basket and fry a few at a time.

Sole sticks

• Frying temperature – 320°F for 3-4 minutes

• Cut the sole fillet into thin slices. Coat the slices in some seasoned

plain flour

• Then dip the slices into beaten egg and coat with breadcrumbs.

• Place separately into the frying basket and fry a few at a time.

TEMPERATURE GUIDE FOR BEST RESULTS

FOOD TEMPERATURE (MINUTES

(approximately)

Breaded Fillet of fish 340°F 6-7
Scampi 300°F 4-6
Chicken Breast 350°F 4-5
Breaded Chicken pieces 340°F 12-15
Onion Rings 355°F 4
Breaded Mushrooms 355°F 3-4
Broccoli Fritters 365°F 3-4
Courgette Fritters 365°F 3-4
Celery in batter 355°F 3-4
Chips First Stage 340°F 8
Chips Second Stage 355°F 3

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CLEANING

• Caution: never immerse the appliance in water or any other
liquid.

• Unplug the deep fat fryer.

• Wait until the unit is completely cool before cleaning. Be careful

when touching the heating element as it might stay hot for quite
some time after you have unplugged the appliance. NEVER
IMMERSE THE CONTROL PANEL IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID
FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER.

• Follow the section ‘Disassembling the deep fat fryer’.

• Do not use strong detergents or abrasive cloths/liquid, as this will

damage the deep fat fryer.

• Clean the fryer with warm soapy water. It may help to soak the
parts for a short time.

• Thoroughly dry all parts of the appliance.

• Change the oil regularly.

• To assemble, follow the section ‘Assembling the deep fat fryer’.

STORING

• Wait until the deep fat fryer is completely cool before storing.

• The unit can be stored with the oil inside. Ensure the lid is tightly

closed to avoid dust getting into the oil.

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WARRANTY

We suggest that you complete and return the enclosed Product
Registration Card promptly to facilitate verification of the date of
original purchase. However, return of the Product Registration Card is
not a condition of these warranties. You can also fill this warranty
card online, at the following address: www.KALORIK.com

This KALORIK product is warranted for 1 year from the date of
purchase against defects in material and workmanship. This warranty
is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase
is required to obtain warranty performance.

During this period, the KALORIK product that, upon inspection by
KALORIK, is proved defective, will be repaired or replaced, at
KALORIK's option, without charge to the customer. If a replacement
product is sent, it will carry the remaining warranty of the original
product.

This warranty does not apply to any defect arising from a buyer's or
user's misuse of the product, negligence, failure to follow KALORIK
instructions noted in the user’s manual, use on current or voltage
other than that stamped on the product, wear and tear, alteration
or repair not authorized by KALORIK, or use for commercial purposes.
There is no warranty for glass parts, glass containers, filter basket,
blades and agitators, and accessories in general. There is also no
warranty for parts lost by the user.

ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS WITH RESPECT TO
THIS PRODUCT IS ALSO LIMITED TO THE ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
PERIOD

Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty
lasts or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.

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If the appliance should become defective within the warranty
period and more than 30 days after date of purchase, do not return
the appliance to the store: often, our Consumer Service
Representatives can help solve the problem without having the
product serviced. If servicing is needed, a Representative can
confirm whether the product is under warranty and direct you to the
nearest service location.

If this is the case, bring the product (or send it, postage prepaid),
along with proof of purchase and indicating a return authorization
number given by our Consumer Service Representatives, to the
nearest authorized KALORIK Service Center (please visit our website
at www.KALORIK.com or call our Customer Service Department for
the address of the nearest authorized KALORIK Service Center).
If you send the product, please include a letter explaining the nature
of the claimed defect.

If you have additional questions, please call our Consumer Service
Department (please see below for complete contact information),
Monday through Friday from 9:00am - 6:00pm (EST). Please note
hours are subject to change.

If you would like to write, please send your letter to:

KALORIK Consumer Service department

Team International Group of America Inc
1400 N.W 159th Street, Suite 102
Miami Gardens, FL 33169 USA

Or call :

Toll Free: +1 888-521-TEAM

Only letters can be accepted at this address above. Shipments and
packages that do not have a return authorization number will be
refused.

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CONSEJOS DE SEGURIDAD

1. LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES.

2. Antes de utilizar el aparato, compruebe que el voltaje de la red
eléctrica coincide con el indicado en la placa de datos técnicos
del aparato.

3. No toque las superficies calientes. Utilice las asas o los botones.

4. Para protegerse contra una descarga eléctrica, no sumerja el
aparato o el enchufe en agua o en otros líquidos.

5. Es siempre necesaria la supervisión cercana cuando este
aparato sea utilizado cerca de niños. Este aparato no debe ser
usado por niños.

6. No opere el aparato si el cable o el enchufe están dañados, o
después de que el aparato ha funcionado inadecuadamente,
se ha caído o ha sido dañado en cualquier manera. El aparato
debe ser llevado al fabricante o a un centro de servicio
autorizado para ser comprobado y reparado.

7. No ponga ningún objeto encima o cerca del aparato. Procure
que el aparato no entre nunca en contacto con materiales
inflamables como cortinas, tejidos, etc., podría provocar un
incendio.

8. Desenchufe el aparato cuando no lo use o antes de limpiarlo.
Deje que el aparato enfrie antes de quitar o poner accesorios o
antes de limpiar el aparato.

9. No ponga materiales inflamables como papel, cartón o plástico
en la freidora.

10. Alimentos muy grandes no deben ser freidos en la freidora ya
que podrían provocar un incendio.

11. El uso de accesorios que no sean los recomendados por el
fabricante puede causar incendios, descargas eléctricas o
heridas.

12. No use en el exterior.

13. No permita que el cable cuelgue del borde de la mesa o del
mostrador o toque las partes calientes.

14. No utilice con un alargador.

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15. No coloque este aparato sobre o cerca de quemadores de gas
o eléctricos, o dentro de un horno caliente.

16. Tenga mucho cuidado cuando desplace un aparato lleno de
aceite caliente o otros líquidos calientes.

17. Enchufe siempre primero el cable al aparato y después en el
enchufe de la red eléctrica. Para desconectar el aparato,
desenchúfelo.

18. No use este aparato más que para lo que ha sido diseñado.

19. Asegúrese que el asa está correctamente acoplada en la cesta
y bloqueada en su lugar. Véase las instrucciones de montaje.

20. Les rogamos verifiquen regularmente el ajuste de los tornillos o
tuercas y apriételos otra vez. NOTA: sobreapretar puede dañar
los tornillos o las tuercas o romper asas o pies

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES

INFORMACIÓN SOBRE EL ENCHUFE POLARIZADO

Algunos aparatos están provistos con un enchufe polarizado (una
pata es más ancha que la otra). Para reducir el riesgo de choque
eléctrico, este enchufe calza en el tomacorriente polarizado de una
sola manera. Si el enchufe no cabe totalmente en el tomacorriente,
gire el enchufe. Si aún así no calza, consulte a un servicio técnico
cualificado. No intente anular esta característica de seguridad.
Para los aparatos provistos con un enchufe clásico, basta con
insertar el enchufe en la toma de corriente.

INSTRUCCIONES DEL CABLE

El cable de alimentación del aparato es un cable corto a fin de
disminuir el riesgo de accidentes (caídas al tropezar con él, etc.).
No utilice el aparato con un alargador.

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PARTES

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1. Filtro

2. Ventana de la tapa

3. Testigo luminoso de funcionamiento

4. Termostato

5. Testigo luminoso de temperatura

6. Resistencia

7. Cubeta amovible

8. Cesta

9. Asa de la cesta

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