Philips HD6120 User Manual

Comfort Plus HD6122, HD6120

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HD6122, HD6120

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Important

◗ Read the instructions for use and look at the illustrations before

you start using the appliance.

◗ Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the

mains voltage in your home before you connect the appliance.

◗ Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
◗ Clean the fryer parts as described in the 'Cleaning' section. Dry

the parts thoroughly.

◗ Do not immerse the housing and the inner pot in water.These

parts may only be cleaned with a moist cloth and some washing-up
liquid

◗ Make sure all parts are completely dry before you fill the fryer

with oil or liquid fat.

◗ During frying, hot steam is released through the filter. Keep your

hands and face at a safe distance from the steam.You should also
be careful of the hot steam when you open the lid.

◗ Keep the appliance out of the reach of children when you use it.

Do not let the mains cord hang over the edge of the table or
worktop on which the appliance is standing.

◗ After you have used the appliance, set the temperature control to

the lowest setting (turn it completely to the left). Remove the plug
from the wall socket and let the oil or fat cool down.Do not move
the fryer until it has cooled down sufficiently.

◗ If the mains cord or other parts of this appliance are damaged,

they must only be replaced by Philips or a service centre
authorised by Philips, since repair requires special tools and/or
parts.

General description

A Lid
B Condensed water tray
C Frying basket
D Temperature control knob
E Pilot lamp
F Lid release button
G Cord set
H Cord storage compartment

Frying

1 Put the appliance on a horizontal, even and stable surface out

of the reach of children.

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2 Fill the dry fryer with (2.3 litres) of oil, liquid fat or melted

solid fat up to the top indication mark on the inner pot.

Read the 'Oil and fat' section on how to do this.

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3 Take the entire cord from the cord storage compartment and

put the plug in the wall socket.

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4 Set the temperature control to the correct temperature.

For information about which temperature to select, check the package
of the food to be fried or the table in these instructions for use.
The pilot light of the temperature control goes on. While the fryer is
heating up, the pilot light will go out and on a number of times. When it
stays out for some time, the oil or fat has reached the preset
temperature.
After a batch has been fried, the pilot light will also go on.Wait until it
stays out for some time before frying the next batch.

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5 Open the lid by pressing the release button.The lid will open

automatically.

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6 Lift the handle to raise the basket to its highest position.

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7 Remove the basket from the fryer.

8 Put the food to be fried in the basket.

Never exceed the maximum amount of food to be fried in one batch
(see the table about preparation times and temperature settings).

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9 Carefully put the basket in the fryer.

10 Close the lid.

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11 Press the release button of the basket handle and carefully

lower the basket to its lowest position.

Stick to the preparation time indicated on the package or follow the
preparation times mentioned in the table.

For a uniform golden frying result, lift the basket out of the oil or fat a
few times during frying and gently shake the contents.

Be careful: hot steam will emerge from the filter in the lid during frying.

After frying

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1 Lift the handle to raise the basket to its highest position.

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2 Open the lid.

Beware of the hot steam.

3 Carefully remove the basket from the fryer.

If necessary, shake the basket over the fryer to remove excess fat.
Put the fried food in a bowl or colander containing grease-absorbing
paper, e.g. kitchen paper.

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4 Turn the temperature control anti-clockwise to the '0' setting.

If you do not use the fryer regularly, sieve the oil or fat and store it in
closed bottles in a cool place. If you have used solid fat, let the fat
solidify and store the fryer with the fat still in it.

5 Unplug the appliance after use.

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Cleaning

Wait until the oil or fat has cooled down sufficiently.

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1 Remove the lid.

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2 Remove the water tray.

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3 Remove the basket from the fryer and pour out the oil or fat.

4 Clean the housing with a moist cloth (with some washing-up

liquid) and/or kitchen paper. Clean the inner pot with hot
soapy water. Do not immerse the complete fryer housing in
water.

5 Clean the lid, the water tray and the basket in hot soapy water

or in the dishwasher.

Do not use any abrasive (liquid) cleaning agents or materials (e.g.
scouring pads) to clean the appliance.

6 Rinse the parts with fresh water afterwards and dry them

thoroughly.

To clean the permanent anti-grease filter thoroughly:

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◗ Undo the screws on the inside of the lid.

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◗ Remove the filter and clean it in hot soapy water. Let the filter dry

thoroughly before you put it back into the lid and before you start
using the appliance again.

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Storing the appliance

1 Put all parts back onto/into the fryer and close the lid.

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2 Wind up the cord, push it back into the storage compartment

and put the plug in the plug fixing facility.

3 Lift the fryer by its handles.

Oil and fat

We advise you to use frying oil or liquid fr ying fat, preferably vegetable
oil or fat that is rich in unsaturated fats (e.g. linoleic acid).You can also
use solid frying fat, but in that case you should melt it in a pan over low
heat before use to prevent spattering or overheating of the fat.

If you want to melt rather cold solid fat that has been used before,
there is a chance that the fat will start spattering.You can prevent this
by punching holes in the surface of the resolidified fat with a fork.

Only use types of oil or fat that are suitable for deep-frying and that
contain an antifoam agent.You can find this information on the package
or label of the oil or fat.

Never mix two different kinds of oil or fat!

Changing the oil or fat

As the oil or fat loses its favourable properties rather quickly, you
should change the oil or fat regularly.To do so, follow the instructions
below:

- If you mainly use the fryer to prepare French fries and if you sieve
the oil or fat after each use, you can re-use the oil or fat 10 to 12
times before it needs to be changed.

- If you use the fryer to prepare food that is rich in proteins (such as
meat or fish), you should change the oil or fat more often.

- Never use the same oil longer than 6 months and always follow the
instructions on the package.

- Never add fresh oil or fat to used oil or fat.

- Always change the oil if it starts foaming when it is heated, when it
has a strong smell or taste or when it turns dark and/or syrupy.

Disposing of used oil or fat

Pour used oil or liquid fat back into its original (resealable) plastic
bottle.You can dispose of used solid fat by letting it solidify in the fryer
(without the basket in it) and subsequently scooping it out of the fryer

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by means of a spatula and wrapping it in a newspaper.You can put the
bottle or newspaper in the bin for non-compostable waste (not in the
compostable waste bin) or dispose of them in accordance with the
regulations in your country.

Frying tips

For preparation times and temperature settings, see the table at the
end of this booklet.

Home-made French fries

You will make the tastiest and crispiest French fries in the following
way:
Use firm potatoes and cut them into sticks. Rinse the sticks with cold
water.
Fry the French fries twice:

- the first time for 4-6 minutes at a temperature of 160cC

- the second time for 2-4 minutes at a temperature of 190cC

Frozen food

Food from the freezer (-16 to -18cC) will cool the oil or fat
considerably when it is immersed in it. Because it does not sear right
away, the food may also absorb too much oil or fat.Take the following
measures to prevent this:
Preferably allow frozen food to partly defrost at room temperature
and shake off as much ice and water as possible.
Do not fry ver y large quantities at one time (see the table with
preparation times and temperature settings).

Getting rid of unwanted flavours

Certain types of food, particularly fish, can give the oil or fat an
unpleasant flavour.To neutralise the taste of the oil or fat:

- Heat the oil or fat to a temperature of 160cC.

- Put two thin slices of bread or a few sprigs of parsley in the oil.

- Wait until no more bubbles appear and then scoop the bread or the
parsley out of the fryer with a spatula.

The oil or fat will now have a neutral taste again.

Problems that may occur during frying

If your fryer does not function properly or if the frying quality is
insufficient, consult the table below. If you are unable to solve the
problem by means of this troubleshooting guide, contact your Philips
dealer or call the Philips Helpline. See the worldwide guarantee leaflet
for telephone numbers.

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Solution

Check on the package of the food or in the table in these instructions
for use whether the temperature and/or preparation time you have
selected is/are correct. Set the temperature controle to the correct
temperature.

Never fry more food at one time than the quantities indicated in the
table.

The fuse of temperature control may have blown, causing the thermal
safety cut-out to switch the appliance off.Turn to your Philips dealer or
a service centre authorised by Philips to have the fuse replaced.

Remove the lid and clean the lid and filter in hot soapy water or in the
dishwasher.

Change the oil or fat. Regularly sieve the oil or fat to keep it fresh
longer.

Use frying oil or liquid fr ying fat of good quality. Never mix two
different types of oil or fat.

Check whether the lid has been closed properly.

Remove the lid and clean the lid and filter in hot soapy water or in the
dishwasher.

If the ring is dirty, clean the lid in hot soapy water or in the dishwasher.
If the lid is worn, turn to your Philips dealer or a service centre
authorised by Philips to have the sealing ring replaced.

Make sure the oil or fat in the fryer does not exceed the maximum
level.

Dry the food thoroughly before you start frying it and fry the food in
accordance with these instructions for use.

Do not fry more food at one time than the quantities indicated in the
table.

Dry the food thoroughly before frying it.

Never mix two different types of oil or fat and use oil or liquid fat that
contains an antifoam agent.

Clean the inner pot as described in these instructions for use.

Possible cause

The selected
temperature is too
low and/or the food
has not been fried
long enough.

There is too much
food in the basket.

The oil or fat does not
get hot enough.

The permanent anti­grease filter is
saturated.

The oil or fat isn't
clean anymore.

The type of oil or fat
used is not suitable for
deep-frying food.

The lid has not been
closed properly.

The permanent anti­grease filter is
saturated.

The sealing ring
around the metal
inside of the lid is dirty
or worn.

There is too much oil
or fat in the fryer.

The food contains too
much liquid.

There is too much
food in the frying
basket.

The food contains too
much liquid.

The type of oil or fat
used is unsuitable for
deep-frying food.

The inner pot has not
been cleaned properly.

Problem

The fried food does
not have a golden
brown colour and/or
is not crispy.

The fryer gives off a
strong unpleasant
smell.

Steam escapes from
other places than the
filter.

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

The oil or fat foams
too much during
frying.

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Preparation times and temperature settings

The table below indicates how much of a particular type of food you
can prepare at one time and which temperature and preparation time
you should select.

If the instructions on the package of the food to be prepared differ
from those in the table, always follow the instructions on the package.

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Frying time
(minutes) frozen
food

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15-20

6-7

4-5

-

10-12

8-10

4-5

4-5

4-5

4-5

3-4

4-5

4-5

4-5

4-5

-

5-6

-

-

6-7

6-7

-

-

-

-

Frying time (minutes)
fresh or (partly)
defrosted food

4-6

5-7

12-15

4-5

3-4

2-3

6-7

5-6

3-4

3-4

3-4

3-4

2-3

3-4

3-4

3-4

3-4

3-4

-

3-4

3-4

4-5

4-5

5-6

2-3

4-5

3-4

Advised quantity per
session

600 g

450 g

3-5 pieces

5 pieces

4 pieces

8-10 pieces

2-3 pieces

5-6 pieces

8-10 pieces

8-10 pieces

8-10 pieces

8-10 pieces

12-15 pieces

8-10 pieces

8-10 pieces

8-10 pieces

5 pieces

600 g

450 g

600 g

600 g

4-5 pieces

4-5 pieces

3-4 pieces

2-4 pieces

2 pieces

2 pieces

Type of food

Home-made French
fries*) 1st frying cycle

Fresh fish

Chicken (drumsticks)

Cheese croquettes

Mini potato pancakes

Vegetable fritters
(mushrooms,
cauliflower)

Chinese spring rolls

Vietnamese spring
rolls

Chicken nuggets

Mini snacks

Meatballs (small)

Fish fingers

Mussels

Squid rings in batter

Fish (pieces) in batter

Prawns

Apple fritters

Home-made French
fries*) 2nd frying cycle

Frozen French fries

Crisps (very thin
potato slices)

Aubergine (slices)

Potato croquettes

Meat/fish croquettes

Doughnuts

Camembert
(breadcrumbed)

Escalope with ham
and cheese

Wiener schnitzel

Temperature

160cC

170cC

180cC

190cC

*) See 'Frying tips' for the preparation of home-made French fries.

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