Instruction manual
SAfETy INSTRUCTIONS - General
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Please read these instructions carefully and retain them for future reference.
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Use this appliance solely in accordance with these instructions.
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This appliance can be used by children older than 8 years and persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, but only if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance
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Have any repairs carried out solely by a qualified electrician. Never try to repair the appliance yourself.
SAfETy INSTRUCTIONS - Electricity and heat
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Verify that the mains voltage is the same as that indicated on the type plate on the appliance before use.
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Always plug the appliance into an earthed wall socket.
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Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the appliance is not in use.
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Always remove the plug from the wall socket by pulling on the plug, not the power cord.
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Regularly check the appliance's power cord to make sure it is not damaged. Do not use the appliance if
the power cord is damaged. Have a damaged power cord replaced by a qualified service department.
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The appliance is fitted with a short power cord to reduce the risk that you become entangled in the loose
cord and, in so doing, cause the deep fryer to topple and splash you with hot frying oil.
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Do not use an extension lead.
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Certain parts of the appliance can become hot; do not touch them, as you could burn yourself.
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The appliance needs space to allow heat to escape, thereby avoiding the risk of fire. Make sure that the
appliance has sufficient space around it, and does not come in contact with flammable materials. The
appliance must not be covered.
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Never use the appliance in the vicinity of flammable materials.
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Make sure that the appliance, the power cord or the plug do not come into contact with heat sources,
such as a hot hob or naked flame.
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Make sure that the housing, the power cord and plug do not come in contact with water.
SAfETy INSTRUCTIONS - Use
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Never use the appliance outdoors.
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Never use the appliance in humid rooms.
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Place the appliance on a stable, flat, heat-resistant surface where it cannot fall.
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Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of the draining board, worktop or table.
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Make sure that your hands are dry when you touch the appliance, the power cord or the plug.
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Do not pick up the appliance if it falls into water. Remove the plug from the wall socket immediately.
Do not use the appliance any more.
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Switch off the appliance and remove the plug from the wall socket in the event of a malfunction
during use, and before cleaning the appliance, fitting or removing an accessory, or storing the
appliance after use.
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Take extreme care when filling the deep fryer and when opening and closing the lid. The hot vapours,
and splashes of hot liquid fat and oil can cause severe burns.
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Never leave the appliance unattended when in use.
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Never immerse the housing, the power cord or the plug in water or other liquids.
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Make sure that the appliance has sufficient ventilation whilst in use.
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Never move the appliance when it is switched on or is still hot. Switch off the appliance and wait until it
has cooled down before moving it.
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Never switch on the appliance if it does not contain the necessary quantity of frying oil or liquid fat.
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Only use liquid fat or oil which is suitable for deep-frying. Do not use standard margarine or butter.
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When filling the deep fryer with oil or liquid fat make sure the level lies between the minimum and
maximum levels indicated by the "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the inner pan.
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Make sure that the food is thoroughly dry before you fry it. Moist products can cause severe splashing of
the hot oil or liquid fat. To prevent splashes, remove as much ice as possible from frozen food.
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Do not put too much food in the frying basket at one time.
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Thoroughly clean the exterior of the appliance after use.
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This appliance may not be used through an external timer or by means of remote control.
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