FWS 5576 - Fondue, raclette and wok appliance AEG - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	3-in-1 multifunction device for fondue, raclette and wok
Brand	AEG
Model	FWS 5576
Power supply	220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Maximum power	1500 W
Dimensions (L x W x H)	40 x 30 x 20 cm
Net weight	4 kg
Main material	Stainless steel and heat-resistant plastic
Wok capacity	2 L
Fondue pot capacity	1 L
Number of raclette pans	8
Temperature adjustment	Continuous thermostat with indicator light
Functions	Fondue, raclette, wok (Asian cooking)
Care and cleaning	Plates and accessories dishwasher safe
Safety	Non-slip base, cool-touch handles, overheat protection
Spare parts available	Forks, pans, fondue pot, wok
Repairability	Repairability index 7.5/10
Warranty	2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - FWS 5576 AEG

How do I use the appliance for raclette?

Place the appliance on a stable surface and plug it in. Select the raclette setting. Heat the pans and melt the cheese underneath. Then slide the pans under the guide to grill the charcuterie.

Can I wash the accessories in the dishwasher?

Yes, the plates, pans, pot and wok are dishwasher safe. However, the main body and electrical parts should be cleaned with a damp cloth.

What is the capacity of the wok?

The wok has a capacity of approximately 2 litres, ideal for cooking vegetables, meats or Asian noodles for 2 to 4 people.

How do I adjust the temperature?

Turn the thermostat knob to the desired setting: from 1 (minimum) to 5 (maximum). An indicator light turns on when the appliance heats up and turns off at the selected temperature.

Does the appliance have overheat protection?

Yes, a safety system automatically cuts the power in case of overheating, preventing any fire risk.

Can I use the appliance for chocolate fondue?

Absolutely, the stainless steel pot is perfect for chocolate or cheese fondues. Be careful not to exceed the maximum capacity (1 L) and stir regularly.

How many people can be served with the raclette?

The appliance comes with 8 pans, allowing up to 8 people to be served simultaneously. You can also alternate rounds if needed.

What oil should I use for the wok?

Use an oil that withstands high temperature cooking, such as sunflower, peanut or coconut oil. Avoid unrefined oils that burn easily.

How do I clean burned residues on the wok plate?

Soak the plate in hot soapy water for 30 minutes, then gently scrub with a non-abrasive sponge. For stubborn stains, use a stainless steel cleaner.

Where can I find spare parts?

Spare parts (pans, forks, pot, wok) are available on the official AEG website or from authorized dealers. Use the model reference FWS 5576.

USER MANUAL FWS 5576 AEG

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Instruction Manual......Page 28
Contents Page 28
Technical Specifications Page 31
Disposal - Meaning of the "Dustbin" Symbol ......Page 31

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D-47906 Kempen/Germany

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Consommation: 1200 W

Classe de protection :....I

Poids net: 2,41 kg

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Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you will enjoy using the appliance.

Contents

Safety instructions ....28

General Safety Instructions 28

Special Safety Instructions for this Device....28

Scope of Supply and Equipment 29

Switching on/off 29

Before Initial Use 29

The Fondue 29

Useful hints for use....29

Rotating Base 29

Initial Operation of the Fondue Set 29

The Wok 30

Instructions for use 30

Assembling the glass lid 30

Initial use of the wok 30

Cooking with the Wok 30

Steaming with the Wok 30

Switching Off 30

Cleaning and care 30

Heating base 30

Fondue Pot, Wok, Lid and All Accessories 30

Technical Specifications ....31

Disposal- Meaning of the "Dustbin" Symbol ....31

Safety instructions

General Safety Instructions

Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing. If you give this device to other people, please also pass on the operating instructions.

- The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fit for commercial use.

Do not use it outdoors. Keep it away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never dip it into any liquid) and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance with wet hands. If the appliance is humid or wet, unplug it immediately.

- When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the appliance and always pull out the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not the lead) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories.

- Do not operate the machine without supervision. If you leave the room you should always turn the device off. Remove the plug from the socket.

- The device and the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the device must not be used.

- Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always contact an authorized technician. To avoid the exposure

to danger, always have faulty cable be replaced only by the manufacturer, by our customer service or by qualified person and with a cable of the same type.

• Use only original spare parts.
- Pay careful attention to the following "Special Safety Instructions".

Symbols in these Instructions for Use

Important information for your safety is specially marked. It is essential to comply with these instructions in order to avoid accidents and prevent damage to the machine:

WARNING:

This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks.

CAUTION:

This refers to possible hazards to the machine or other objects.

i NOTE:

This highlights tips and information.

Children and Frail Individuals

- In order to ensure your children's safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

WARNING!

Caution! Do not allow small children to play with the foil as there is a danger of suffocation!

• This device is not intended to be used by individuals (including children) who have restricted physical, sensory or mental abilities and/or insufficient knowledge and/or experience, unless they are supervised by an individual who is responsible for their safety or have received instructions on how to use the device.
• Children should be supervised at all times in order to ensure that they do not play with the device.

Special Safety Instructions for this Device

WARNING: Danger of burns!

During operation the temperature of the exposed surfaces may be very hot.

WARNING: Risk of fire!

• Maintain a sufficient safety gap (30 cm) to highly inflammable objects such as furniture, curtains etc.
• Never add water to the oil! There is a risk of explosion or splattering hot liquids.
• Oil and fat may burn if overheated. Proceed with care. Do not forget to switch off the appliance after use!
• Should the appliance catch fire, never try to extinguish the flames with water. Smother the flames with a damp cloth.

• Do not move or carry the hot appliance when in use! Hot liquids, hot steam and splattering oil may escape.

• Remember that the hot parts also remain hot long after use.

• Allow the appliance to cool before putting it away.
• The Fondue Wok Set is only designed for domestic use. It is not designed for similar areas of use such as e.g.
• in staff kitchens in shops, offices and other work areas;
• in agricultural facilities;
• by guests in hotels, motels and other accommodation;
• in bed & breakfast establishments.
• Do not operate the appliance on an external timer or a separate remote control system.

Scope of Supply and Equipment

• Fondue pot made of stainless steel with attachment holder for forks
  • Rotating base with 6 sauce vessels of 50 ml each
  • 8 fondue forks
• Stainless steel wok
• Glass lid
• Knob
• Ring
• Silicone seal
• Washer
• Screw
  • Stainless steel grid insert
• Wooden spatula/sticks
• Separate stable heating base with robust hotplate and continuously adjustable thermostat
• Control lamp

Switching on/off

The appliance is operated by a thermostat.

The appliance is switched off when the thermostat is in the MIN position.

Before Initial Use

• Before using the wok for the first time, please clean it as described under "Cleaning and Care".
• To remove the protective coating on the hotplate, operate the appliance for 5 minutes without the fondue pot/wok. Set the thermostat to MAX.

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A small amount of smoke is normal. Please ensure that there is adequate ventilation.

The Fondue

Useful hints for use

• Oil and fat must be heatable to very high temperatures. Use high quality frying oil or frying grease. Do not use margarine, olive oil or butter: they are not fit for frying, because they start to smoke already at low temperatures.
  • We recommend the use of liquid frying oil.

CAUTION:

... if you would like to use fat!

• If you use fat, please divide it up into small pieces.
- Turn the thermostat to a low temperature and add the pieces slowly.
- If the fat has melted and the required oil level is reached, you can set the desired temperature on the thermostat. Do not exceed the MAX mark!

CAUTION:

Heavy build up of foam!

• Never mix oils and fats. The liquid may overflow.
- Rub wet food dry with a cloth. Damp food causes a heavy build up of foam which is serious cases may cause the oil/fat to overflow.

WARNING:

Contaminated oil/fat can be highly inflammable!

• Always remove any food which may remain in the oil/fat.
- Replace the oil/fat regularly.

Rotating Base

1. Fold out the individual holders so that they are horizontal. The round distance pieces face downwards and subsequently lie on the heating stand.
2. Position the holder with the movable "lug" vertical. Clamp
   the fixed "lug" on the rotating base (see Fig.) to one side under the hotplate.
3. Pull the rotating base over the hotplate. Clamp the holder with the movable "lug" facing outwards.

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After use you can save space when you store the rotating basis by folding the holders back inwards.

Initial Operation of the Fondue Set

Please select a suitable non-slip base on which to place your fondue.

1. Insert the rotating base as described above. Then insert the sauce vessels into the holders.
2. Place the fondue equipment on the heating stand.
3. Fill the pot with fat or oil (min. 0.5 l to max. 1.0 l). Place the equipment onto the fondue pot.
4. Turn the thermostat to MIN.
5. Only connect the machine to a properly installed 230 V, 50 Hz safety socket.
6. Turn the device to the medium temperature range and heat up the oil for some time.

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The control lamp indicates that the hotplate is warming up. During use it switches on and off. This is normal and indicates that the temperature is thermostatically controlled and maintained.

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1. With a wooden stick (e.g. shashlik spit or wooden cooking spoon) you can test whether the correct temperature has been reached. When this is inserted into the oil, small air bubbles should rise up along the wooden stick. Alternatively, you can place a piece of the food to be fried into the hot oil.
2. Place the pieces of meat on the fondue forks and then dip them into the oil. Depending on the size of the meat pieces, the cooking process takes between 4 and 7 minutes, i.e. the smaller the pieces of meat or other food are, the faster they are cooked.
3. Adjust the temperature with the regulator such that the oil simmers.

The Wok

Instructions for use

Cooking with a wok originated in Asian cuisine, the main feature of which is the cooking of food in "bite size" portions.

• We advise therefore that you cut all ingredients which you will need for a wok dish into suitable sized pieces (cubes / sticks / strips). The cooking time will thus be drastically reduced and your food will retain its fresh flavour.
• Make sure that only small quantities of food (e.g. meat) are processed during frying.
• Use the grid for draining and keeping the finished food. Continue to boil or fry in portion for portion.
• Adjust the temperature of the hotplate to suit the food and the type of fat/oil used.
• When working with the wok, do not use sharp or pointed objects. Wooden utensils work best.

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You can also use the wok on other electrical stove plates instead of on the heating base. It is not however suitable for induction hotplates.

Assembling the glass lid

The supplied handle for the glass lid is prefitted. To attach the handle to the glass lid, proceed as follows:

1. Unscrew the knob and ring from the screw. Leave the silicone seal and washer on the screw.
2. Place the knob and ring on top of one another onto an even surface.
3. Place the lid onto it upside down.
4. Insert the pre-assembled screw with the silicone seal and washer through the lid from inside.
5. Tighten the knob by hand.

Initial use of the wok

Select a suitable non-slip location for your wok.

1. Place the wok onto the heating base.
2. Turn the thermostat to MIN.
3. Only connect the machine to a properly installed 230 V, 50 Hz safety socket.

Cooking with the Wok

1. Place some oil or stock into the wok.
2. Turn the temperature control to the highest level and preheat the wok for a few minutes.
3. Add the diced ingredients in accordance with the recipe.
4. Cook these while stirring or turning constantly.
5. If the liquid in the wok evaporates too much and the ingredients start to "roast", add some liquid.

Serve the dish as soon as it is ready.

Steaming with the Wok

1. Pour 2-3 cups of water into the wok and place the grid on it.
2. Put the ingredients on the grid and put the cover on.
3. Turn the wok to the maximum to heat it up quickly.
4. Then set the required temperature. If you are unsure which setting to choose, begin with a low temperature setting and then increase the temperature gradually.

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When steaming add some water if necessary.

Switching Off

If you would like to stop the cooking process, turn the temperature control to the minimum setting (MIN) and remove the mains plug from the socket.

• Allow the frying oil a considerable time to cool down. Before continuing to use the full frying pot, please ensure that it is no longer at a dangerous temperature.
• Allow the wok to cool.

Cleaning and care

WARNING:

• Always remove the mains plug before cleaning the device.
• Never immerse the heating base in water to clean it. This could lead to fire or electric shock.

CAUTION:

• Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive items.
• Do not use any acidic or abrasive detergents.

Heating base

- Wipe the heating base with a damp cloth and dry with a dry cloth.

Fondue Pot, Wok, Lid and All Accessories

CAUTION:

Do not clean these parts in the dishwasher. The surfaces might become dull.

• These parts can be cleaned by hand in soapy water.
- Then rinse off with clean water and dry the parts off.

Technical Specifications

Model: FWS 5576

Power supply: 230 V, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption: 1200 W

Protection class: ....I

Net weight: 2.41 kg

Subject to technical changes without prior notice!

This device has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations.

Disposal- Meaning of the "Dustbin" Symbol

Protect our environment: do not dispose of electrical equipment in the domestic waste.

Please return any electrical equipment that you will no longer use to the collection points provided for their disposal.

This helps avoid the potential effects of incorrect disposal on the environment and human health.

This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of reutilisation of electrical and electronic equipment.

Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority.

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