User manual

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Trouble Shooting
FRYER IS ON, BUT IS NOT HEATING UP.
g Check to see that it is properly plugged in.
g Check to see that the thermostat is set at the proper
temperature.
g There is not sufficient oil in the oil tank. Make sure to fill to
the fill line.
FOOD IS NOT GOLDEN.
g Use good frying oil not, butter, margarine, olive oil or
animal fat
s.
g The food is too thick.
g The thermostat is at the wrong temperature.
g Too much food. Try smaller batches.
Hints and Tips
g Always use oil and fats that can withstand high temperatures.
g Do not mix different types of oil or fat.
g When frying, oil may take on the flavor of other foods that
are being fried. Therefore, fry strong flavor foods such as fish
after such foods as french fries to avoid crossing flavors.
g Fry foods of similar size at once to avoid under or over
cooking foods.
g Food for frying should be completely dry to avoid
overflowing and to help make the oil last longer.
g When preparing potato based food (chips, fries, etc.) cut
them up and wash them in cold water to remove the starch.
This will prevent them from sticking. Dry carefully.
g Do not over fill basket, oil temperature will drop making the
food greasy and not crispy.
g Do not keep oil at high temperatures for long periods of time,
it will lose its properties.
g Set the temperature dial to the lowest setting between batches.
g Do not leave cooked food in the basket to drain for too long.
The vapors could cause the food to lose its crispness and go
soft.
g Frozen food can be cooked in the basket without being
defrosted.
g Only metal utensils can be used, do not use plastic as they
will melt.
g Use caution when frying items such as flour tortillas for tortilla
chips and deep fried enchiladas. Oil can become trapped in
bubbles and if not properly drained will burst and burn. Allow
oil to drain for a minute after frying.
g Seasoning right after frying is recommended for seasoning to
adhere to the food and to conserve oil quality.
g Beware of steam. It is normal for steam to come out from the
vents and when opening. Keep distance from hands and face.
g Fryer needs to cool completely with cover on before removing
oil and cleaning.
g Reusing oil can be done, provided that it is properly strained
through a cheesecloth or strainer and it is tightly sealed and
unexposed to light and air. Refrigerating the oil is an option.
g Change the oil regularly, after approximately 20 batches.