User manual T-FAL MAXI PRO FRYER

[. . . ] Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord in the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to "off, " then remove plug from wall outlet. See detailed assembly instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Polarization instructions This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade in wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. [. . . ] It needs to be changed when there is a partial or total loss of the display. only) or your local After Sales Service Center. FRYING FOODS: WARNING: Do not touch any metal parts of the fryer as they may be hot. · When frying, the viewing window enables cooking to be controlled without opening the lid - FIG. · It is usual for steam to appear on the window during the first few minutes of use and this will gradually disappear during cooking, providing the viewing window is kept clean (see "Cleaning the viewing window"). NOTE: · During frying, you may hear slight clicking noises and you may see the temperature light going on and off several times. This is normal and indicates the temperature is being thermostatically maintained. · During frying hot steam will escape through the filter in the lid. Avoid this area while frying. AT THE END OF THE COOKING TIME: When the cooking time has elapsed : · Lift the lid (according to models) using the pull-out handle. · Raise the basket and hook it on to the edge of the pot · Allow to drain for a few moments. · Put the fried food on a plate with paper towel at the bottom to finish soaking off excess oil. · When frying is finished put the switch (according to model) on the position "O" (OFF). · After removing the basket, skim the oil to remove any impurities and small pieces of food. · Your fryer has been designed so as to keep the cooking oil or fat in the best possible condition. This is due to the cool section located below the heating element as any unskimmed impurities will fall into this section thus preserving the cooking oil or fat. The temperature of the cooking oil or fat in this area is between 70°C/158°F and 90°C/194°F which prevents any impurities from reducing the quality of the oil or fat in the cooking section. 4 5062308 MAXI PRO US AFPE 5/12/01 14:26 Page 5 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE · Close the lid and push the in the handle completely. · Let the fryer cool down after use (1 to 2 hours) before storing or cleaning. Never carry or move the deep fryer with hot oil inside. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FILTERING AND CHANGING THE OIL: · Make sure the fryer is unplugged and the oil has cooled down before cleaning or storing your fryer. You will need to change it more often when frying fish or heavily battered foods. · Carefully pour the oil or fat into a 5 litres (5 Quarts) pot. · Line the basket with a T-FAL oil straining paper filter (available at your local retailer, After Sales Service Center or T-FAL) or with a paper towel. · If you use solidified vegetable oil; firstly melt it down in a separate pot. [. . . ] CAUSE The switch has not been placed in the " I " (ON) position (according to model). SOLUTION Place the switch in the " I " position and verify that the temperature indicator light comes on. Unplug the appliance if the problem persists as there is probably another fault which requires the intervention of the After Sales Service Center. Change the cooking oil (a maximum of 20 to 25 cooking sessions) Use good quality vegetable oil for frying. [. . . ]