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frying. If the oil or fat is not suffi ciently
hot, the food may take in too much oil or
fat. It is therefore best to insert the food
basket only once the heating-up period
is complete and the pre-set temperature
level has been reached. However, if the oil
or fat is too hot, an outer crust will be built
up too fast while the inner part of the food
remains uncooked.
 When using battered food, make sure that
the batter is fi rmly attached to the food
and all excess fl our is removed.
 Much-used oil or fat is readily recognisable
as it is viscous and darker in colour, gives
off an unpleasant smell or tends to foam.
 Old oil or fat (or oil containing a residue of
particles from earlier use) is infl ammable
and tends to ignite easily. It is therefore best
to change the oil or fat aft er it has been used
three or four times, bearing in mind that its
life-span depends mainly on the kind and
quantity of food fried.
 Th e life span can be extended by fi ltering
the frying oil or fat aft er each cycle of use.
 Th e quality of much-used oil or fat cannot
be improved by mixing with fresh oil. Th e
fresh oil or fat would also be spoilt aft er a
short while.
 Th e frying oil or fat may be stored inside
the deep fryer if the unit is kept closed and
kept in a cool place.
Health-conscious deep-frying
For nutritious, healthy deep-frying we
recommend using a temperature setting of
no higher than 175°C when deep-frying
amylaceous food, i.e. food with a higher-than-
average starch content. With a reduced frying
temperature, and with an equally reduced
amount of food in the frying basket, the
build-up of substances detrimental to health
is reduced to a minimum.
General care and cleaning
 Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is
disconnected from the power supply and
has cooled down completely.
 To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not
clean the appliance or its power cord with
water and do not immerse them in water.
 Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning
solutions.
 To remove the oil from the frying
container, wait until it has cooled down
suffi ciently but is still liquid, and then use
a soup ladle to transfer it carefully into
a suitable, heat-resistant container. Th e
oil can be fi ltered by pouring it through
absorbent paper inserted into a heat-
resistant funnel or into the frying basket
itself.
 Do not pour frying oil down the kitchen
sink. Once cold, it may be disposed of
together with your household refuse.
 Th e inside of the frying container can be
cleaned by wiping it fi rst with household
tissue paper and then with a damp,
lint-free cloth using a mild household
detergent.
thoroughly dried with a cloth aft erwards
 Th e frying basket should be cleaned aft er
use with hot, soapy water.
 Th e exterior of the housing may be
cleaned with a damp, lint-free cloth.
 Th e lid can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
 Th e lid contains a 2-layer fat fi lter, which
should be replaced aft er every few frying
cycles. Unlock the fi lter compartment
cover and remove the fi lter. Insert
the new fat fi lter and replace the fi lter
compartment cover. Replacement fi lters
may be obtained through the SEVERIN
Service.
Disposal
Do not dispose of old or defective
appliances in domestic garbage;
this should only be done through
public collection points.
Guarantee
Th is product is guaranteed against defects
in materials and workmanship for a period
of two years from the date of purchase.
Under this guarantee the manufacturer
undertakes to repair or replace any parts
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