FR6912 - Deep fryer TRISTAR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FR6912 TRISTAR

DOUBLE DEEP FRYER 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

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 (except if it is

designed to be used 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. Do not put it in water.

When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the appliance and always pull out the plug f

rom the socket (pull on the plug, not the cable) if the appliance is not being used and

remove the attached accessories.

Do not operate the machine without supervision. If you should leave the workplace,

always switch the machine off or remove the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not

To protect children from the dangers posed by electrical appliances, make sure that the

cable is hanging low and that children do not have access to the appliance.

• Check the appliance and the cable for damage on a regular basis. Do not use the

appliance if it is damaged.

• Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always contact an authorized

technician. To avoid the exposure to danger, always have a faulty cable be replaced only

by the manufacturer, by our customer service or by a qualified person and with a cable of

• Use only original spare parts.

• Pay careful attention to the following "Special Safety Instructions".

Special Safety Advice for this Device

• The device should only be touched using the handles provided as the lid as well as the

housing can be very hot !.

• Do not move the device when the fat is liquid/hot.

• Keep the lid (5) tightly closed during use.

• Please fill the basket (7) outside the deep-fat dryer in order to prevent splashes.

• Please always use the frying basket for deep-frying.

Overview of Components

1 Control device (removable)

4 Green control lamp (Rear)

6 Frying grease container

The deep fryer is equipped with an adjustable thermostat, so that the temperature can be

adapted to the food being fried.

The optimal and safe use of the deep fryer requires, that the use instructions be read

The fryer must be connected to a properly installed 230 V, 50 Hz socket with earthing

Before using for the first time

1. Remove the packaging. Then take the lid off the deep fat fryer. In the deep fat fryer

you will find a frying basket. Take all objects out of the fryer.

2. It is highly recommended to clean the lid, casing (8), container (6) and frying basket as

described in CLEANING.

Usefull hints for use

1. Always remove the food remaining in the oil (e.g. pieces of French fries). Change the

oil after using it 8-10 times.15

2. Use high quality frying oil : NEVER 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. In order to reduce the acrylamide content of food containing starch

(potatoes, cereals) the temperature during deep-fat frying should not exceed 1700 C (or

possibly 1750 C). Furthermore, the frying time should be kept as short as possible and

the food only fried until it turns golden yellow.

3. If necessary insert the control element (1) into the guide mechanism so that it is fixed

4. Choose the right frying temperature and check the conditions of the food to be fried. A

rule of thumb is that pre-fried foods require a higher temperature than raw foods.

5. Do not carry or move the deep fryer if the oil is still hot.

6. When frying dough-like foods scrape off the excess dough and put the pieces carefully

7. Please ensure that the handle on the deep frying basket is locked in place. Do not

overfill the frying basket.

8. Rub dry humid foods with a cloth before frying. Caution: ln the case of foodstuffs

which are too moist (e.g. frozen chips etc.) large amounts of foam may form, which

under certain circumstances may cause the oil to overflow.

9. After use, unplug the deep fryer.

10. Should the deep fryer be accidentally switched on without any oil or grease in it, the

overheating protection switches on automatically. The appliance is no longer ready to be

used. Unplug the deep fryer.

11. Only press the " Restart" button (10) in the cable take-up (9) on the rear after the

device has completely cooled down when you want to use the deep fat fryer again.

1. Make sure that the appliance is unplugged and switched off.

2. Take the lid off the deep fryer.

3. Remove the frying basket and fill the container with oil or grease (maximum 3.5 1).

The filling level must be located between the minimum and the maximum level. Put the

4. Insert the plug into a 230 V, 50 Hz power socket. The red control lamp (3) lights up.

Set the thermostat (2) by turning it to the desired temperature.

5. Both control lamps are now on. Once the set temperature has been reached the green

control lamp (4) goes off. The red control lamp remains on and indicates the machine is

6. Take the lid off and put the frying basket with the food to be fried carefully into the hot

7. The green control lamp switches on and off several times during frying. This is normal

and it indicates that the temperature is controlled by the thermostat and is being

maintained. At the end of the frying time (the frying time is specified on the package of

the food or in the recipe) open carefully the lid (Warning! Hot steam may be released!).

Remove the frying basket.

8. Let the oil drip from the food being fried by hanging the basket over the pan.

9. In order to switch off the machine, please turn the temperature regulator to OFF and

remove the plug from the socket.

1 . Make sure that the plug is pulled out.16

2. Wait until the deep fryer is completely cool before cleaning. Wait in any case for 1 to 2

hours after use before using again to avoid burns.

3. Unlock the frying fat vessel by pulling out the control element upwards. Pour out the

4. Clean the control element in the housing with a damp cloth and household detergent if

necessary. Do not immerse in water.

5. The lid, frying basket and frying fat vessel can be cleaned in the usual manner in

soapy water or in the dishwasher.

6. Avoid using abrasive materials or sharp objects. These may damage the appliance !!

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.

Subject to technical changes without prior notice!

The device supplied by our Company is covered by a 24 month guarantee starting on the

date of purchase (receipt).

During the life of the guarantee any fault of the device or its accessories *) ascribable to

material or manufacturing defects will be eliminated free of charge by repairing or, at our

discretion, by replacing it. The guarantee services do not entail an extension of the life of

the guarantee nor do they give rise to any right to a new guarantee!

Proof of the guarantee is provided by the proof of purchase. Without proof of purchase

no free replacement or repair will be carried out.

If you wish to make a claim under the guarantee please return the entire machine in the

original packaging to your dealer together with the receipt.

*) Damage to accessories does not mean automatic free replacement of the whole

machine. In such cases please contact our hotline. Broken glass or breakage of plastic

parts are always subject to a charge. -

Defects to consumables or parts subject to wearing (e.g. motor pistons, kneading blades,

drive shafts, spare remote control, spare toothbrushes, saw blades, etc.) as well as

cleaning, maintenance or the replacement of said parts are not covered by the guarantee

and hence are to, be paid!

The guarantee lapses in case of unauthorized tampering.

After the expiry of the guarantee repairs can be carried by the competent dealer or repair

service against the payment of the ensuing costs.

Guidelines for protection of the environment

This appliance should not be put into the domestic garbage at the end of its useful

life, but must be disposed of at a central point for recycling of electric and electronic

domestic appliances. This symbol on appliance, instruction manual and packaging

puts your attention to this important issue. The materials used in this appliance can

be recycled. By recycling used domestic appliances you contribute an important push

to the protection of our environment. Ask your local authorities for information

regarding the point of recollection..