Wolfgang Puck BDFR0010 Instruction

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY Model BDFR0010

Deep Fryer

BDFR0010 - February 2002 Printed in China

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This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). As a safety feature, 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 defeat this safety feature.

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards
resulting from entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. Do

not use this appliance with an extension cord.

NOTE: This deep fryer is designed with a Magnetic Release
Power Cord that will break away from the fryer base if the
power cord is pulled. This safety feature will prevent the
appliance from tipping and the hazardous spillage of hot oil.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1. Read all instructions carefully.

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

3. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse deep fryer
base, control panel, cord, or plug in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near 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 is dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return the appliance to an authorized service facility for
examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by the
appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces, including the stove.

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 an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

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

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

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

15. This appliance is for household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Know Your Deep Fryer’s Parts

Control Panel with
Heating Element

Frying Basket

Lid Release
Button

Removable
Lid

Removable,
Nonstick
Frying Bowl

Viewing Window

Filter Cover

Overhead View:

Handle
Release
Button

Timer
Control Dial

Temperature
Control Dial

Thermostat
Indicator
Light

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Before Your First Use

Carefully unpack the deep fryer and remove all packaging materials.
Open the deep fryer lid by pressing the lid release button to the right
of the handle. Press the handle release button on the basket handle
and grasp the handle, lifting it upward until it clicks into place (Fig. 1).
Use the handle to remove the frying basket from the deep fryer.
Remove the control panel and heating element from the base by
lifting vertically (Fig. 2). Remove the nonstick frying bowl. Wash the

frying basket and bowl in warm, soapy water and dry thoroughly.
Never immerse the control panel. Simply wipe off any dust with a dry
cloth.

Warning: Do not clean the deep fryer by heating soapy water in it
because there is danger the water could overflow.

To remove any dust that may have accumulated during packaging,
wipe the interior and exterior of the deep fryer with a clean, damp
cloth.

Important: Do not use harsh or abrasive cleansers on any part of the
deep fryer.

Important: Do not immerse the deep fryer base, cord or plug in water.

Reassemble the unit after cleaning.

Fig. 1 Fig. 2

Note: The temperature indicator light will cycle from green to red during
cooking, indicating the thermostat is maintaining the correct temperature.

WARNING: Do not move deep fryer while cooking.

Use the Frying Guide on page 8 or follow your recipe for the amount
of time necessary to fry the foods. Reset the time as needed. To check
food during frying, look through the viewing window or you may
carefully open the lid. Use an oven mitt and gently hold the lid down
while pressing the lid release button. Release the lid slowly.

When the food has finished frying, slowly
raise the basket handle until it clicks into
place. Open the lid by using the lid release
button. Leave the basket in this draining
position for a minute or two (Fig. 3). Do
not leave the cooked food in the basket in
the draining position for more than five
minutes or it may lose its crispness and

become soft. Lift the basket from the deep fryer using the handle.

When you have finished frying, unplug the deep fryer. Make sure the
cord does not drape off the countertop. Leave the deep fryer to cool
down completely before moving or cleaning.

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Fig. 3

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Using Your Deep Fryer

Place the assembled deep fryer on a flat, level surface. Allow suffi­cient space around the deep fryer for proper air flow; three inches on
all sides is recommended. Never place any object on top of the fryer
as this will block air vents.

Press the lid release button to the right of the handle to open the lid
of the deep fryer. Fill the deep fryer bowl with oil no higher than the
line marked MAX (about 2 1/2 quarts).

Warning: Do not fill with oil above the maximum level or below the
minimum level marked on the inside of the deep fryer bowl.

Close lid. Plug the deep fryer into a 120 volt 60Hz AC outlet. The
temperature indicator light will be red.

Important: Do not plug in the deep fryer without oil in it.

To start heating the oil, turn the timer control dial to the required time.
Turn the temperature control dial to the desired cooking temperature.
See the Frying Guide on page 8 or follow your recipe for suggested
temperatures to fry foods. Allow the oil to preheat for about 10
minutes or until the indicator light turns green, indicating that the oil
has reached the desired temperature.

Press the lid release button to the right of the handle to open the lid
of the deep fryer. Raise the basket to the upright position by pressing
the handle release button, grasping the handle, and lifting it upward
until it clicks into place. Place food to be fried in the basket. Do not
fill the basket more than 3/4 full. When preparing your favorite
recipes, fry 1 to 4 cups of food, up to 2.2 pounds, at a time.

Warning: Do not add water, wet foods or icy frozen foods to cooking
oil, because this will cause the oil to splatter and may result in injury.

While keeping the basket in the upright position, close the lid until it
clicks into place. Press the handle release button and slowly fold the
handle down against the front panel of the deep fryer.

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Guidelines for Deep-frying

1. Always fry food between the temperatures of 350-375° unless
recipe specifies otherwise. Cooking at lower temperatures allows
for more oil absorption, which makes the food taste greasy.

2. Make sure indicator light is green before lowering food into oil.

3. Do not overload basket. Too much food will prevent the food from
moving around and browning evenly. In addition, it may slow
down the cooking time. Fry in smaller batches for faster, crispier
fried food.

4. When selecting oil to use in your deep fryer, choose a high quality
brand of peanut oil, canola oil, vegetable oil, or shortening. These
fats can withstand high temperatures well. Do not use butter,
margarine, animal fats or olive oil because these smoke at lower
temperatures. Do not mix different oils.

5. To extend the frying life of your oil, always add 15-20% new oil
or fat each time you fry. This translates to approximately 1/2- to
1-cup new oil each time you fry.

6. Cover and refrigerate the oil or fat between uses to maintain
freshness.

7. Change oil often and dispose of responsibly. Do not pour down
the sink drain. Check with local regulations for proper disposal.

8. Keep oil for frying seafood and fish separate from oil used for
potatoes and other milder items.

9. Before deep frying any foods, remove excess moisture by blotting
well with a paper towel. Do not add water, wet foods, or icy
frozen foods to hot oil, because this will cause the oil to spatter,
which may result in injury.

10. When frying battered foods, shake off any excess batter or coating
before putting in the oil.

11. Never pour salt into the oil. Instead, salt the food while it is hot
and draining on a paper towel.

13. Unthawed frozen foods can be cooked in the basket. Follow
directions on food package.

14. After cutting potatoes for French fries or potato chips, wash in cold
water to remove starch. This will keep them from sticking together.
Dry completely before frying.

15. Never place any plastic utensils into hot oil. Do not pour hot oil
into plastic containers.

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Frying Guide

Cooking times are suggestions. Adjust them according to your own
preference and the amount of food being cooked.

Food Temperature Time (minutes)

chicken breasts 350° F 15 to 20
chicken drumsticks 350° F 12 to 15
chicken fingers 350° F 12 to 15
doughnuts 350° F 2 to 4
eggplant 350° F 5 to 7
fish filets, breaded 350° F 5 to 6
fish in batter 325° F 6 to 8
french fries 375° F 5 to 7
fries, steak 375° F 5 to 7
mushrooms 350° F 3 to 5
onion rings 350° F 5 to 7
pork chops, breaded 350° F 7 to 10
potato chips 375° F 5 to 8
shrimp 350° F 2 to 4
veal cutlets 340° F 7 to 10