F-602 - FAGOR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL F-602 FAGOR

EN 1. DESCRIPTION 1. Cover 2. Display window 3. Well 4. Lid opening Button 5. Timer (only mod. FE-603) 6. Thermostat 7. Light indicator 8. Basket 9. Handle lock button 10. Control panel and resistance 11. Resistance 12. Thermal switch 13. Basket hanging support

2. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS Voltage

Frequency Power MAX. oil capacity MIN. oil capacity Timer

230V 50Hz 2000W 2200W 2.5L 3.5L 2.0L 3.0L No Yes

This product complies with the European

Directives on Electromagnetic Compatibility and Low Voltage.

3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Before using the appliance for the first time, read all the instructions and keep them for future reference.

After removing the packaging, make sure the product is in perfect condition. If in doubt, do not use the appliance and contact an authorised Technical Assistance Centre. The packaging elements (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, etc.) should be kept out of the reach of children, since they may be hazardous. Before using for the first time, check that the voltage in your domestic mains network coincides with that indicated for the appliance. The electrical safety of the appliance

is guaranteed only when connected to an efficient earth installation, as stipulated in current electrical safety regulations. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage derived from a failure to connect the appliance to an earth installation. If in doubt, contact a qualified professional.

In the event of the socket being incompatible with the appliance plug, have the socket replaced by a qualified professional. We recommend that you do not use adaptors or extension cables. If the use of said elements is unavoidable, only use adaptors and extension cables that comply with current safety regulations, and take care not to exceed the power limit indicated on them. If the appliance stops working, contact an authorised Technical Assistance Centre only. In the event of failure and/or improper working, turn the appliance off and do not attempt to repair it. Contact an authorised Technical Assistance Centre and request that they use original replacement parts and accessories. The appliance is designed for domestic use only, as described in this Manual. Any other use is considered inappropriate and therefore dangerous. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for any damage caused by the improper, incorrect or irresponsible use of the appliance, or by repairs carried out by unqualified persons.

When using electrical appliances, a series of basic safety regulations should be respected in order to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shocks and/or personal injury:

PARTICULARLY • Do not use the appliance if your hands or feet are damp or wet, or if you are barefoot. • To protect against electric shocks, do not submerge the control panel and element in water or hold them under a running tap. • DO NOT TOUCH THE HOT SURFACES. USE THE HANDLES PROVIDED. 13

WARNING: WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS SWITCHED ON IT REACHES VERY HIGH TEMPERATURES. TAKE ALL NECESSARY MEASURES TO AVOID THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRES AND OTHER DAMAGE TO PEOPLE OR PROPERTY.

DO NOT MOVE THE APPLIANCE DURING USE OR WHILE THE OIL IS COOLING. Do not forget that the oil may deteriorate and even catch fire if heated for too long at a high temperature. If the oil were to catch fire, unplug the appliance immediately and place the lid on the pan. This will cut off the oxygen supply, thereby smothering the fire. For your own safety, never use water to put out the fire. Unplug the appliance while not in use or before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning operation. To switch the appliance off, first turn the switch to its ‘0’ position and then unplug the cable from the mains. Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use. Switch the appliance off whenever you leave the room, even if it is only for a brief moment. Let the oil cool before cleaning and storing the appliance. Do not use the appliance if the power cable or plug are damaged, or in the event of breakdown or improper functioning. Regularly check the power cable for damage. The user should never try to replace the appliance’s cable. If the cable were to become damaged or need replacing, take the appliance to a Technical Assistance Service authorised by the manufacturer for examination, repair or adjustment. Do not let the cable hang over the edge of the table or worktop, or come into contact with hot surfaces. Never pull on the cable to unplug the appliance. Do not leave the appliance on or near a gas burner or electric hotplate, or inside or near a hot oven or a microwave oven.

While in use, keep the appliance out of the reach of children and the disabled.

Never use the appliance outside or expose it to the elements (rain, sun, frost, etc.). When you decide to dispose of the appliance definitively, unplug it and render it unserviceable by cutting the power cable, for example.

We recommend that you use vegetable oil suitable for frying at high temperatures. You can also use liquid or solid fat. If you use solid fat, take the necessary precautions to prevent the element from overheating (see ‘Using with solid fat’).

Do not use the fryer with too little oil/fat or with no oil/fat. The oil/fat level should be between the minimum and maximum marks indicated on the pan (5). Before switching the fryer on, make sure the oil level is correct.

5. SAFETY This deep-fat fryer is provided with a thermal safety device which will disconnect the appliance in the case of overheating.

This disconnection is usually produced when there is little or no oil or fat in the recipient; overheating can also occur when the solid fat melts. If the thermal device cuts off the electrical supply, do the following: • Unplug the deep-fat fryer and wait until the oil and fat cools. • After removing the Control panel + resistance (10) from its housing, push the thermal switch (12) found on the lower part of the resistance unit with a small screwdriver, the deep fat fryer will start to function again. • The Basket handling operation and its locking, or unlocking position, must always be carried out with the deepfat fryer Lid closed so as to avoid burns. 14

This appliance is fitted with a micro-switch which stops the deep fat fryer working if the resistance unit is not correctly assembled.

Wash the deep fat fryer before using it for the first time, to do so follow the instructions in the "Cleaning" section.

• Once all the components are clean and dry, place the deep-fat fryer on a horizontal, flat, stable surface away from the edge and do not allow the cable to hang from the edge of the table or work surface. Do not touch hot surfaces. • Open the lid (1) pushing the lid opening button (4). • Operate the basket handling lock (9) and rotate the handle to the horizontal position. • Hang the basket (8) on the basket hanging support (13) and pour the oil or fat into the well (3) until it is between the MIN. level and the MAX. level which appears marked on the inside. If solid fat is being used, this must first be melted in a container, before pouring it into the fryer (see section -Using Solid Fat-). • Close the lid. • Operate basket handling lock button (9) and rotate the handle to the closed position to lower the position of the basket and submerge it in the oil. • Remove the lead from the bottom compartment of the appliance and plug in the fryer. • Select the desired temperature by rotating the thermostat (6). The light indicator will light up (7) and the resistance (11) will start to heat the oil. WARNING: The deep fat fryer must be pre-heated 15 minutes before use in order to reach the selected temperature. During that time, the light indicator (7) will turn on and off for 3 or 4 cycles. After 15 minutes, the oil temperature will remain stable and can be used to fry food. In this way fryer performance will be enhanced. • When selecting the temperature check the information on the packet about the

food to be fried or the guide table which appears on the fryer.

When the light indicator turns off (10-15 minutes), the oil/fat, will have acquired the selected temperature. The light indicator will continue to turn on and off with the thermostat cycles during the entire frying time. If frying various items one after the other, before starting to fry the next food portion, wait until the light indicator turns off. Push the open button on the cover (4) and slowly submerge the basket (8) with the food into the oil or fat, hanging it on the basket support attachment. Close the Cover (1) push the Button (9) to fold the basket Handle to its resting position, to avoid burning. Supervise the frying process. Do not mix different types of oil or fat. Do not add new oil or fat to old oil or fat.

BASKET Rotate the basket handle upwards to raise it and push the handle locking button (9) to unlock it.

TIMER The FE-603 model provides the option to activate the timer to advise you when the period established has passed. The timer format is 99 mins. and 59 s. Timer adjustment: Push the “M” button to adjust the minutes and the "S" button to adjust the seconds. Tip: Just before reaching the correct values, push the "M" and "S" buttons repeatedly but briefly so as not to exceed the correct values. Once the desired working time has been reached, press the “ “ to start the countdown. When the timer reaches “00:00”, the alarm will go off, then push one of the three buttons to stop it. Should you want to readjust the timer again, press the "M" and "S" buttons while setting the timer to zero and readjust again. NOTE: first remove the protective paper that comes with the battery. 15

If the screen is not visible, the timer battery may need replaced. To do so, remove the cover from the battery compartment which can be found on the bottom part of the control panel (fig. 2) and install a new battery with the same specifications.

Replace the battery compartment cover by moving it back.

sieve to eliminate the food particles.

• If solid fat is being used, leave it to solidify in the well and store the fryer with the fat inside (see section "Using Solid Fat").

USING WITH SOLID FAT If you use solid fat for frying, make sure you take the following precautions:

• Melt the fat in a pan over a low heat. • Carefully pour the melted fat into the fryer, taking care not to exceed the MAX level mark. • See ‘Instructions for use’. • If you are going to use the solid fat left over in the fryer from earlier cooking operations, make several holes in it using a fork. • Next, set the thermostat (6) to 160º, leave to heat for a minute and then return the thermostat to ‘0’. Repeat this operation at intervals of various minutes, until the fat has melted completely.

• Before cleaning, unplug the fryer and wait until it cools.

• Rotate the basket handle upwards and push the Locking button, until fixed in the horizontal position. Open the cover (1), remove the basket and start to clean. • Remove the control panel and the resistance and if necessary, clean with a damp cloth. Do not submerge in water or any other liquid or put it under the tap. • Remove the well (3) and pour the oil from the well into the appropriate container holding down the edge of the same. If solid fat is being used, wait until it solidifies and then empty the well with the help of a spatula. • Clean the cover, the basket and the well with hot soapy water or in the dishwasher. Then rinse and dry carefully • Never use solvents, abrasive detergents, metal scourers or sharp objects for cleaning the fryer. • Clean the outside of the fryer with a damp cloth. • Wind the cable on the bottom part and then assemble the fryer again in the following order: Well, control panels + resistance, basket and closing lid. • Store the appliance with the cover closed to protect the inside of the fryer from dust and dirt.

7. CLEANING AFTER FRYING:

• Rotate the basket handle to raise it (fig. 3) and drain the oil. • Open the cover and put the food on a platter with a sheet of absorbent paper. While doing this, the oil will have time to regain a temperature suitable for frying again (when the indicator light starts to turn off). • With the help of a sieve, remove the loose particles which may have come off the fried food and are in the oil. If left to toast they will have an adverse effect on the quality of the oil. • When frying has finished, rotate the thermostat (6) to the "0" position and unplug the fryer. • Wait until the oil is completely cold before starting to dismount and clean the fryer. • If the fryer is not going to be used frequently, store the oil or the liquid fat in a tightly closed container in the fridge or in a cool place. Fill the container by passing the liquid oil or fat through a fine

8. PRACTICAL ADVICE Oils and fats

• Always use oils/fats appropriate for frying at a high temperature. In other words, use oils that contain polyunsaturated acids or vegetable margarines. • Replace the oil or fat regularly. Never add new oil to used oil. 16

• Do not leave the oil/fat at a high temperature for any longer than necessary. If you have to wait for a long time between two frying operations, turn the control knob to a low temperature, otherwise you will have to change the oil/fat more frequently.

• In general, the oil/fat will darken in colour more quickly when frying proteinrich food (meat or fish). • If used for frying potatoes, the oil can be reused between 10 and 12 times, providing you remove all loose particles after each frying operation. Never, under any circumstances, use the same oil for more than 6 months. After this period, the oil should be thrown away. • Always replace the oil if it starts to bubble when heated, smells or tastes rancid, has darkened or has lost its fluidity. • If you do not use the fryer often, we recommend that you keep the oil or fat in air-tight glass recipients, preferably in the refrigerator. It is not a good idea to leave the oil in the fryer for long periods of time.

the optimum frying temperature before adding another portion of deep frozen food.

• Adjust the thermostat control in accordance with the instructions given on the packet. If no such instructions are given, turn the control knob to the highest temperature (190º C). • These instructions should also be followed in the case of some types of food which require special treatment, such as croquettes, for example. • Deep frozen foods often contain an excessive amount of ice, which should be removed before frying.

9. INFORMATION FOR THE CORRECT DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste.

It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this service. Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. To remind you that you must collaborate with a selective collection scheme, the symbol shown appears on the product warning you not to dispose of it in traditional refuse containers. For further information, contact your local authority or the shop where you bought the product.

Follow the instructions given below for flavoursome and crunchy chips: • Do not use very new potatoes (new potatoes generally give poor results). Cut the potatoes into sticks. • Rinse the cut potatoes under the cold tap. This will stop them sticking together when fried. • Dry with a clean cloth or absorbent kitchen paper. • The chips should be fried in two stages: - Stage 1: 160º C for 10-15 minutes. - Stage 2: 190º C for 5-8 minutes. • If the chips are frozen, fry in accordance with the instructions given on the packet. Frozen foods • Frozen foods significantly lower the temperature of the oil when inserted into the pan. Therefore, you should never fry large quantities at the same time. • Let the appliance heat up once again to 17

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