Kambrook KEW5 User Manual
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KEW5
Issue 1/03
Kambrook Safety
Welcome to Kambrook and your new
Essentials Wok.At Kambrook we believe
that the safe performance of our products
is the first priority in any consumer
product so that you,our valued customer,
can confidently use and trust our
products.We ask that any electrical
appliance that you use be operated in
a sensible fashion with due care and
attention placed on the following
important operating instructions:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY BEFORE
ACTIV A TING THE APPLIANCE
AND RETAIN THEM FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
Ensure that the power source to be used
is the same as the voltage requirements of
the product.
Always attach temperature control probe
to the appliance first before connecting to
power source.
Unplug from power outlet when not in
use.Always remove cord from appliance
before moving.
Place the appliance on a dry,level surface.
Do not leave appliance where children can
touch hot surfaces.
Do not touch hot surfaces.Use handles
for lifting and carrying the appliance and
knob for lifting lid.
Avoid operating the appliance on metal
surfaces.
DO NOTIMMERSE the power cord
ortemperature probe in any form of
liquid.
At no times should the appliance be left
unattended during food preparation.
Do not attempt to move the appliance
whilst hot,allow vessel and contents to
cool before removing oils.
Keep clear of walls,curtains and other
heat sensitive materials.Minimum
200mm distance.
The appliance is not intended for use by
young children or infirm persons without
supervision.
Young children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
Power cord must never be operated when
touching hot surfaces,when knotted,or
when allowed to hang from the edge of
bench tops.
Do not place on or near a hot gas burner,
electric element,or in a heated oven.
Suitable for domestic use only.Not
intended for use in moving vehicles
or boats.Do not use outdoors.
The installation of a residual current
device (safety switch) is recommended to
provide additional safety protection when
using electrical appliances.It is advisable
that a safety switch with a rated residual
operating current not exceeding 30mA be
installed in the electrical circuit supplying
the appliance. See your electrician for
professional advice.
Do not operate the appliance if the
cord,plug or appliance itself becomes
frayed or damaged.Return the
entire appliance to the nearest
authorised Kambrook Service
Centre for examination,
eplacement or repair.
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Please call 1800 800634 for service
centre details.
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FEATURES OF YOUR KAMBROOK ESSENTIALS WOK
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1. 2200 Watt Die-cast Butterfly
Element
even heat distribution.
for fast heating and superior,
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3. Removable Temperature
Control Probe
accurate temperature control.
with 10 heat settings for
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2. Non-Stick Cooking Surface
The n o n-stick cooking surface on your wok
means foods won’t stick and less or no oil
can be used when cooking.As with all nonstick surfaces only plastic or wooden
utensils should be used,so the surface isn’t
scratched.Regular high heat cooking may
discolour the non-stick surface,this is
normal and will not affect the performance
or life of the non-stick coating.
4. Glass Lid with a adjustable steam vent.
Easy to view food while cooking.
Retains heat and moisture when slow
cooking foods such as curries or
casseroles.
5. Quick Release Removable Base
for easy cleaning.This also al l ows the wok
to fit easily into a dishwasher or sink.
The Wok is dishwasher safe.
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Using Y our Essentials W ok
Before first use: It is recommended you
remove any promotional labels and wash
your wok and lid in hot soapy water.Rinse
and thoroughly dry. The base is removable
for easy cleaning.
Do not immerse the cord and/or
temperature control probe in water
or any other liquid.
‘Season’ the cooking surface by applying
a thin coat of cooking oil and rub in with
paper towelling.
1.Insert the temperature control probe
into the control probe socket on the
appliance. Plug into a 230/240 volt
power point and switch ‘ON’.Always
insert the temperature control probe
into the appliance first,then plug into
mains power outlet.
2.Turn the temperature control knob to
the desired setting.Refer to page 3 for
temperature guide. The heating ‘ON’
light will illuminate.The thermostat light
on the control probe indicates the
temperature at which the dial is set.
This light will remain on until the set
temperature has been reached and then
cycle on and off throughout cooking, as the
cooking temperature is maintained by the
thermostat.
Note:This wok must be used with the temperature
control probe provided. Do not use any other
temperature control probe or connector.
Tip: When stir-fry cooking, a high heat is required,
set temperature dial to Setting 10 and allow
thermostat light on temperature probe to cycle on
and off several times.This will allow the cooking
surface to adjust to a more accurate cooking
temperature.
3.When cooking is completed,turn
temperature control knob to minimum
position before switching off at the
power point.Unplug from power point.
Leave temperature control probe
connected to the appliance until cool.
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Variable Temperature Control Probe
DIAL USES TEMPERATURE
SETTING GUIDE
1 – 4
Keeping food warm, Slow cooking sauces Low Heat/
Simmering Slow Cook
5 – 7 Curries,casseroles,pasta, rice , browning nuts
Steaming foods
8 – 10
If cleaning is necessary,wipe over the unit
with a slightly damp cloth.
WARNING: NEVER IMMERSE
THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL
PROBE OR CORD IN WATER OR
ANY OTHER LIQUID.
Cooking Techniques
Stir-Frying
Recommended heat setting –
8 to 10 for stir-frying meat.
8 for vegetables and seafood
Shallow frying, Sealing meat,
Stir-frying
ingredients,allow the temperature light
to cycle ‘on’ and ‘off’ several times.This
will allow the wok to reach an even high
temperature.
Stir-frying is a dr y heat cooking method
and is best suited to tender cuts of meat.
Timing is a key factor when cooking meat
as over cooking will give a tough, dry
result.Cooking times depend on the size
and thickness of the cut,as the bigger the
cut,the more time is needed.
Recommended cuts for stir-frying
Is an energy efficient and healthy way of
Beef Lean Beef strips prepared from
cooking foods.The benefit of this method
is its speed and the flavour result.
The non-stick cooking surface on your
Chicken Lean chicken strips prepared
wok also means that less oil is required
for cooking. The cooking action for stir
Lamb Lean lamb strips prepared from
frying is a continual tossing motion to
ensure the food is evenly exposed to the
heat and cooks quickly and evenly in a
Pork Lean pork strips prepared from
couple of minutes.
Stir-frying should be carried out using a
Veal Eye of loin,fillet, round, rump or
high heat setting.
Medium Heat
High Heat
rump,sirloin, rib eye, fillet,
from breast fillets,tenderloins,
thigh fillets
fillet,lamb leg steaks, round or
topside mini roasts,eye of loin.
fillet.
topside
Preheat your wok before adding any
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