Cucina HD6143 - Deep fryer PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Deep fryer
Brand	Philips
Model	Cucina HD6143
Oil Capacity	3.2 - 3.5 liters
Solid Fat Capacity	2800 - 3050 grams
Temperature Range	150 - 190°C
Heating Element	Immersion, integrated in control panel
Power Consumption	1800 W (typical)
Voltage	220 - 240 V
Timer	No
Safety Features	Safety cut-out with reset button, cool zone, safety switch
Filter	Removable, washable
Basket	Yes, with handle
Inner Bowl	Removable, dishwasher safe
Lid	Removable, dishwasher safe
Housing	Dishwasher safe
Weight	Approx. 4.5 kg
Dimensions (approx.)	40 x 30 x 30 cm
Max Food Quantity (home-made fries)	1250 g (recommended 650 g for best results)
Max Food Quantity (frozen fries)	900 g (recommended 500 g)
Cord Storage	Yes, compartment at back
Dishwasher Safe Parts	Lid, inner bowl, filter, basket, housing

Frequently Asked Questions - Cucina HD6143 PHILIPS

How much oil should I put in the fryer?

Fill the dry inner bowl with oil or liquid fat up to the MAX indication line. For the HD6143, the maximum oil capacity is 3.5 liters. Never exceed the MAX level.

Can I use solid fat in the fryer?

Yes, but you must melt solid fat slowly in a separate pan first. Then pour the melted fat into the fryer. Do not use blocks of solid fat directly to avoid overheating. If the fat solidifies and gets very cold, poke holes in it with a fork before melting to prevent spattering.

Why did the fryer stop working?

The safety cut-out may have activated due to insufficient oil or overheating. Let the appliance cool down for about 15 minutes, then press the reset button at the back of the control panel with a small screwdriver. If it still doesn't work, contact Philips service.

How do I clean the filter?

Remove the filter from the lid by pulling it upwards. Clean it in hot water with some washing-up liquid or in the dishwasher. You can also leave it in the lid when cleaning the lid. Shake off excess water and dry thoroughly before reinserting.

What should I do if the oil starts foaming?

Foaming can occur if food contains too much moisture, if the oil is old or unsuitable, or if the inner bowl is not clean. Dry food thoroughly before frying, change the oil regularly, and clean the inner bowl as instructed. If the filter is missing or damaged, replace it.

How often should I change the oil?

If you mainly fry French fries and sieve the oil after each use, you can reuse it 10-12 times. If you fry protein-rich foods like meat or fish, change the oil more often. Never use the same oil for more than 6 months. Replace the oil if it foams, smells bad, or becomes dark and syrupy.

Can I put all parts in the dishwasher?

The lid, inner bowl, removable filter, frying basket, and housing are all dishwasher safe. However, never immerse the control panel with the heating element in water or rinse it under the tap. Clean it only with a moist cloth and some washing-up liquid.

Why is the fried food not crispy?

The selected temperature may be too low or the frying time too short. Check the recommended settings in the manual. Also, do not overload the basket. Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding food. If the safety cut-out activated, reset it.

How do I make homemade French fries?

Use firm potatoes, cut them into sticks, rinse with cold water, and dry thoroughly. Fry twice: first at 160°C for 4-6 minutes, then let them cool, and fry again at 175°C for 5-8 minutes. For best results, use 650g of potatoes for the HD6143.

What is the cool zone and why is it important?

The cool zone is the area at the bottom of the inner bowl where loose food particles collect and stay relatively cool. This prevents them from burning, which prolongs the life of the oil and reduces the formation of harmful compounds. The heating element is positioned above this zone.

USER MANUAL Cucina HD6143 PHILIPS

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Introduction

Dear customer, congratulations on acquiring the new Philips Cucina fryer. Your new fryer allows you to prepare all kinds of fried foods safely and easily!

General description

A Lid
B Removable, washable filter
©Frying basket
Removable inner bowl
E Lid release button
F Digital timer (HD6145 only)
G Temperature control
H Temperature light
On/off switch
J Cord storage compartment
K Cord

Important

Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and save them for future reference.

Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
▶ Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
If the mains cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Always return the appliance to a service centre authorised by Philips for examination or repair. Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself, otherwise your guarantee will become invalid.
Clean the separate parts of the fryer thoroughly before using the appliance for the first time (see chapter 'Cleaning'). Make sure all parts are completely dry before you fill the fryer with oil or liquid fat.
Never immerse the control panel with the heating element attached to it in water nor rinse it under the tap. The control panel may only be cleaned with a moist cloth and some washing-up liquid.
Do not switch the appliance on before you have filled it with oil or fat. Make sure the fryer is always filled to a level between the two indication marks on the inside of the inner bowl.
During frying, hot steam is released through the filter. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the steam. You should also be careful of the hot steam when you open the lid.
- Keep the appliance out of the reach of children. Do not let the mains cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop on which the appliance is standing.
This appliance is intended for household use only. If the appliance is used improperly or for (semi-)professional purposes or if it is used in a way that is not in accordance with the instructions for use, the guarantee will become invalid and Philips will not accept liability for any damage caused.
Fry food golden-yellow instead of dark or brown and remove burnt remnants! Do not fry starchy foods, especially potato and cereal products, at a temperature above 175^ C (to minimise the production of acrylamide).

Safety features

Safety cut-out

This appliance is equipped with a safety cut-out that switches the appliance off if it overheats. This may happen if there is not enough oil or fat in the fryer or if blocks of solid fat are being melted in the fryer, which will prevent the heating element from being able to give off its heat.

Take the following measures if the fryer doesn't work anymore:

Let the appliance cool down. This will take approx. 15 minutes.
2 Carefully press the reset button at the back of the control panel with a small screwdriver (fig. 1).

Now the appliance is ready for use again.

Auto-shut off (HD6145 only)

The fryer will switch off automatically after 2 hours. When this happens, the power-on light in the on/off switch will go out.

To switch the appliance back on, press the on/off switch again.

Safety switch

The safety switch in the control panel ensures that the heating element can only be switched on if the control panel has been placed correctly.

▶ Always make sure that the control panel is correctly placed (click) (fig. 2).

Cool zone

During frying, loose food particles collect on the bottom of the inner bowl. As the heating element has been placed some distance above the bottom of the inner bowl and primarily heats the oil or fat above it, the oil or fat between the bottom of the inner bowl and the heating element remains relatively cool (cool zone). This prevents the food particles that end up in this zone from burning, increasing the number of times you can re-use the oil or fat.

Preparing for use

1 Put the appliance on a horizontal, even and stable surface out of the reach of children. If you want to place the fryer on top of the cooker, make sure the rings of the cooker have been turned off and are cold.
2 Fill the dry fryer with oil, liquid fat or melted solid fat up to the MAX indication on the inside of the inner bowl (see section 'Oil and fat' for instructions on how to use solid fat) (fig. 4).

HD6141	Oil	Solid fat
Min.	2.2 litres	1925 grams
Max.	2.5 litres	2200 grams

HD6145, HD6143	Oil	Solid fat
Min.	3.2 litres	2800grams
Max.	3.5 litres	3050 grams

Never mix different kinds of oil or fat!

We advise you to use frying oil or liquid frying fat, preferably vegetable oil or fat that is rich in unsaturated fats (e.g. linoleic acid).

It is possible to use solid frying fat, but in that case extra precautions are necessary to prevent the fat from spattering and the heating element from overheating or becoming damaged.

If you want to use new blocks of fat, melt them slowly over a low heat in a normal pan.
2 Pour the melted fat carefully into the fryer.
3 Store the fryer with the resolidified fat still in it at room temperature.
4 If the fat gets very cold, it may start spattering when melted. Punch some holes into the resolidified fat with a fork to prevent this (fig. 3).

Be careful not to damage the inner bowl with the fork.

Using the appliance

Frying

Be careful: hot steam will escape from the filter in the lid during frying.

Take the entire cord from the cord storage compartment and put the plug in the wall socket (fig. 5).

Make sure the mains cord does not come into contact with hot parts of the appliance.

2 Switch the fryer on by pressing the on/off switch.

The power-on light in the on/off switch goes on.

3 Set the temperature control to the required temperature (150-190°C) (fig. 6).

The temperature light goes on.

• For information about which temperature to select, check the package of the food to be fried or the table at the end of these instructions for use.
• The oil or fat will be heated to the selected temperature in 10 to 15 minutes.
• When the temperature light stays out for some time, the oil or fat has reached the preset temperature.
• After a batch has been fried, the temperature light also goes on. Wait until it stays out for some time before frying the next batch.

▶ You can leave the basket in the fryer while the fryer is heating up.

4 Lift the handle to raise the basket to its highest position (fig. 7).
5 Open the lid by pressing the release button. The lid will open automatically (fig. 8).
6 Remove the basket from the fryer and put the food to be fried in the basket.
For the best frying results, we advise you not to exceed the maximum quantities mentioned below.

HD6141	Home-made French fries	Frozen French fries	HD6145, HD6143	Home-made French fries	Frozen French fries
Maximum quantity	1000 grams	700 grams	Maximum quantity	1250 grams	900 grams
Recommended quantity for best end result	450 grams	400 grams	Recommended quantity for best end result	650 grams	500 grams

Do not fry Asian rice cakes (or similar types of food) in this appliance as this might cause heavy spattering or violent bubbling of the oil or fat.

7 Carefully put the basket in the fryer without lowering it into the oil or fat (fig. 9). Make sure the basket has been inserted properly.
8 Close the lid.
9 HD6145 only: Set the required frying time (see section 'Timer' in this chapter). You can also use the fryer without setting the timer.
10 Press the release button on the handle of the basket and carefully lower the basket to its lowest position (fig. 10).

For a good end result, stick to the preparation time indicated on the package of the food to be fried or the preparation time mentioned in the table at the end of these instructions for use.

For a uniform golden frying result, lift the basket out of the oil or fat a few times during frying and gently shake the contents.

Timer (HD6145 only)

The timer indicates the end of the frying time, but does NOT switch the fryer off.

Setting the timer

I Press the timer button to set the frying time in minutes (fig. 11).
The set time will become visible on the display.
2 Keep the button pressed to set the minutes forward quickly. Release the button once the required frying time has been reached.

The maximum time that can be set is 99 minutes.
▶ A few seconds after you have set the frying time, the timer will start counting down.
While the timer is counting down, the remaining frying time blinks on the display. The last minute is displayed in seconds.

3 If the preset time is not correct, you can erase it by pressing the timer button for 2 seconds at the moment the timer starts counting down (i.e. when the time starts to blink). Keep the button pressed until '00' appears on the display. You can now set the correct frying time.

4 When the preset time has elapsed you will hear an audible signal. After 10 seconds the audible signal will be repeated. You can stop the audible signal by pressing the timer button.

After frying

1 Lift the handle to raise the basket to its highest position, i.e. the draining position (fig. 12).
2 Open the lid by pressing the release button (fig. 13). Beware of the hot steam and possible spattering of the oil.
3 Carefully remove the basket from the fryer.
To remove excess oil or fat, shake the basket over the fryer or put the basket in the draining position by placing it in the bracket on the inside of the bowl. Put the fried food in a bowl or colander containing grease-absorbing paper, e.g. kitchen paper.
4 Switch the fryer off by means of the on/off switch.
The power-on light in the on/off switch goes out.
5 Unplug the appliance after use.

Do not move the fryer until the oil or fat has cooled down sufficiently, which takes approximately 60 minutes.

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If you do not use the fryer regularly, we advise you to remove the oil or liquid fat and to store it in well-closed containers, preferably in the refrigerator or in a cool place. Fill the containers by pouring the oil or fat through a fine sieve to remove food particles. Remove the frying basket before emptying the inner bowl.
If the fryer contains solid fat, let the fat solidify in the fryer and store the fryer with the fat still in it (see chapter 'Preparing for use', section 'Oil and fat').

Cleaning

Wait until the oil or fat has cooled down sufficiently.

Do not use any abrasive (liquid) cleaning agents or materials (e.g scouring pads) to clean the appliance.

I Remove the filter from the lid by pulling it upwards (fig. 14).
2 Open the lid.
3 Remove the lid by pulling it upwards (fig. 15).
4 Lift the frying basket out of the appliance.
5 Remove the control panel with the heating element from the fryer and put it in a safe, dry place.

Never immerse the control panel with the heating element in water nor rinse it under the tap! If necessary, clean this part with a moist cloth.

6 Lift the inner bowl out of the appliance and remove the oil or fat (fig. 16).

All parts except the control panel with the heating element can be cleaned in the dishwasher or in hot water with some washing-up liquid.
7 Clean the housing, the inner bowl, the lid, the filter and the frying basket in hot water with some washing-up liquid or in the dishwasher.

NB: You can also clean the filter by leaving it in the lid when you clean the lid.

8 Rinse the parts with fresh water and dry them thoroughly.

You can shake the filter over the sink to remove most of the water.

Dishwasher-proof parts

• Lid
• Inner bowl
• Removable filter
• Frying basket
• Housing

Changing oil or fat

Because oil and fat lose their favourable properties rather quickly, you should change the oil or fat regularly. To do so, follow the instructions below.

If you mainly use the fryer to prepare French fries and if you sieve the oil or fat after each use, you can re-use the oil or fat 10 to 12 times before it needs to be changed. If you use the fryer to prepare food that is rich in proteins (such as meat or fish), you should change the oil or fat more often.

Never use the same oil longer than 6 months and always follow the instructions on the package.
▶ Never add fresh oil or fat to used oil or fat.

▶ Never mix different types of oil or fat.
Always change the oil or fat if it starts foaming when it is heated, if it has a strong smell or taste or if it turns dark and/or syrupy.

Disposing of used oil or fat

Pour used oil or liquid fat back into its original (resealable) plastic bottle. You can dispose of used fat by letting it solidify in the fryer (without the basket in it) and subsequently scooping it out of the fryer by means of a spatula and wrapping it in a newspaper. If applicable, you can put the bottle or newspaper in the bin for non-compostable waste (not in the compostable waste bin) or dispose of it in accordance with the regulations in your country.

Storage

I Put all parts back into/onto the fryer and close the lid.
2 Roll up the cord, put it into the cord storage compartment and insert the plug in the plug fixing facility (fig. 17).
3 Lift the fryer by its handles.

Frying tips

For an overview of preparation times and temperature settings, see the table at the end of these instructions for use.

Home-made French fries

You will make the tastiest and crispiest French fries in the following way:

Use firm potatoes and cut them into sticks. Rinse the sticks with cold water.

This will prevent them from sticking to each other during frying.

▶ Dry the sticks thoroughly.
2 Fry the French fries twice: the first time for 4-6 minutes at a temperature of 160^ C, the second time for 5-8 minutes at a temperature of 175^ C.
3 Put the home-made French fries in a bowl and shake them. Let the fries cool down before frying them for the second time.

Frozen food

Frozen fries have already been precooked, so you will only have to fry them once in accordance with the instructions on the package.

Food from the freezer (-16 to -18°C) will cause the oil or fat to cool down considerably when it is immersed in it. Because the food does not sear right away, it may also absorb too much oil or fat.

Take the following measures to prevent this:

• Preferably allow frozen food to defrost at room temperature before frying, unless stated otherwise on the package of the food to be fried.
• Carefully shake off as much ice and water as possible and dab the food to be fried until it is properly dry.
• Do not fry very large quantities at one time (consult the relevant table in these instructions for use).

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• Select the frying temperature mentioned in the table at the end of these instructions for use or on the package of the food to be fried. If there are no instructions, select a temperature of 175^ C.
• Lower the food into the oil or fat very gently, since frozen food may cause the hot oil or fat to start bubbling violently.

Getting rid of unwanted flavours

Certain types of food, particularly fish, can give the oil or fat an unpleasant flavour. To neutralise the taste of the oil or fat:

I Heat the oil or fat to a temperature of 160^ C.
2 Put two thin slices of bread or a few sprigs of parsley in the oil.
3 Wait until no more bubbles appear and then scoop the bread or the parsley out of the fryer with a spatula.

The oil or fat will now have a neutral taste again.

Environment

Do not throw the appliance away with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this you will help to preserve the environment (fig. 18).

Remove the battery of the timer (type HD6145 only) before you discard the appliance (fig. 19).

I Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove the timer panel.
2 Remove the battery. Do not throw the battery away with the normal household waste, but hand it in at an official collection point.

Guarantee & service

If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country (you will find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your country, turn to your local Philips dealer or contact the Service Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible cause	Solution
The fried food does not have a golden brown colour and/or is not crispy.	The selected temperature is too low and/or the food has not been fried long enough.	Check on the package of the food or in the table at the end of these instructions for use whether the temperature and/or preparation time you have selected is/are correct. Set the temperature control to the correct temperature.
	There is too much food in the basket.	Never fry more food at one time than the quantity mentioned in the relevant table.
	The oil or fat does not become hot enough.	The fuse of the temperature control may have blown, causing the safety cut-out to switch the appliance off. Carefully press the reset button at the back of the control panel with a small screwdriver.
		Make sure the oil or fat is hot enough before you put the food to be fried in the basket (see chapter 'Using the appliance').
The fryer gives off a strong unpleasant smell.	The removable filter is saturated.	Remove the filter and clean it in hot water with some washing-up liquid or in the dishwasher.
	The oil or fat is no longer fresh.	Change the oil or fat. Regularly sieve the oil or fat to keep it fresh longer.
	The type of oil or fat used is not suitable for deep-frying food.	Use frying oil or liquid frying fat of good quality. Never mix different types of oil or fat.
Steam escapes from other places than the filter.	The lid has not been closed properly.	Check whether the lid has been closed properly.
	The removable filter is saturated.	Remove the filter and clean it in hot water with some washing-up liquid or in the dishwasher.
Oil or fat spills over the edge of the fryer during frying.	There is too much oil or fat in the fryer.	Make sure the oil or fat in the fryer does not exceed the maximum level.
	The food contains too much moisture.	Dry the food thoroughly before you start frying it and fry the food in accordance with these instructions for use.
	There is too much food in the frying basket.	Do not fry more food at one time than the quantity mentioned in the relevant table.
The oil or fat foams strongly during frying.	The food contains too much moisture.	Dry the food thoroughly before frying it.
	The type of oil or fat used is unsuitable for deep-frying food.	Use frying oil or liquid frying fat of good quality. Never mix different types of oil or fat.
	The inner bowl has not been cleaned properly.	Clean the inner bowl as described in these instructions for use.
There is no filter present or the filter is damaged.	Please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or tum to your local Philips dealer.
The fryer does not work.	The control panel has not been assembled properly.The safety cut-out has switched the appliance off.	Make sure the control panel is placed correctly. You should hear a click when the control panel locks into position.Let the oil cool down and then press the reset button (see chapter 'Safety features'). If the appliance still does not work, turn to your Philips dealer or a service centre authorised by Philips.

Preparation times and temperature settings

The table below indicates how much of a particular type of food you can prepare at one time and which frying temperature and preparation time you should select.

If the instructions on the package of the food to be prepared differ from those in the table, always follow the instructions on the package.

*) Also see 'Frying tips' for the preparation of home-made French fries.

Temperature	Type of food	Recommended quantity per batch	Frying time (minutes) fresh or (partly) defrosted food	Frying time (minutes) frozen food
160°C	Home-made French fries*) 1st frying cycle	600g	4-6 (go to 175°C in this table for instructions about the 2nd cycle)	-
	Fresh fish	450g	5-7	-
170°C	Chicken (drumsticks)	3-5 pieces	12-15	15-20
	Cheese croquettes	5 pieces	4-5	6-7
	Mini potato pancakes	4 pieces	3-4	4-5
	Vegetable fritters (mushrooms, cauliflower)	8-10 pieces	2-3	-
175°C	Home-made French fries*) 2nd frying cycle	600 g	5-8	-
	Frozen French fries	450 g	-	5-6
	Crisps (very thin potato slices)	600 g	4	-
	Potato croquettes	4-5 pieces	4-5	6-7
180°C	Chinese spring rolls	2-3 pieces	6-7	10-12
	Vietnamese spring rolls	5-6 pieces	5-6	8-10
	Chicken nuggets	8-10 pieces	3-4	4-5
	Mini snacks	8-10 pieces	3-4	4-5
	Meatballs (small)	8-10 pieces	3-4	4-5
	Mussels	12-15 pieces	2-3	3-4
	Prawns	8-10 pieces	3-4	4-5
	Apple fritters	5 pieces	3-4	4-5
190°C	Aubergine (slices)	600 g	3-4	-
	Doughnuts	3-4 pieces	5-6	-
	Camembert (breadcrumbed)	2-4 pieces	2-3	-
	Wiener schnitzel	2 pieces	3-4	-

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