FR 3255 - Deep fryer CLATRONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FR 3255 CLATRONIC

Overview of the Components Page 3

D-47906 Kempen/Germany

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 fi t for commer-

cial 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 lea-

ve the room you should always turn the device off. Remove

the plug from the socket.

• 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 qualifi ed

person and with a cable of the same type.

• Use only original spare parts.

• Pay careful attention to the following “Special Safety Instruc-

Children and Frail Individuals

• In order to ensure your children‘s safety, please keep all

packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their

Caution! Do not allow small children to play with the foil

as there is a danger of suffocation!

• In order to protect children or frail individuals from the ha-

zards of electrical equipment, please ensure that this device

is only used under supervision. This device is not a toy. Do

not allow small children to play with it.

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:

This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates

possible injury risks.

This refers to possible hazards to the machine or other

 NOTE: This highlights tips and information.

Special Safety Instructions for this Device

• Never add water to the oil!

• Oils and fats may burn when overheated. Please be ca-

reful! Do not forget to switch the device off after use! First

turn the thermostat to the lowest position and then remove

Overview of the Components

7 Frying grease container

This device is used for deep-frying food.

It is intended exclusively for this purpose and may only be used

as such. It may only be used in the manner described in these

instructions for use. The device must not be used for commer-

Any other use of this device is considered to be contrary to the

intended use and may result in damage to materials or even

The fi rm Clatronic International GmbH does not accept any

liability for damage caused as a result of the use of this device

contrary to its intended use.

Before using for the fi rst time

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

fryer. In the deep fat fryer you will fi nd a frying basket. Take

all objects out of the fryer.

2. It is highly recommended to clean the lid, casing, container

and frying basket as described in Cleaning.

3. Please pull the connecting cable out of the cable compart-

Useful hints for use

1. Always remove the food remaining in the oil (e.g. pieces of

French fries). After the device has been used several times

you should change the oil.

Use high quality frying oil or frying grease.

2. Fats and oils must be heatable to high temperatures. Do not

use margarine, olive oil or butter: they are not fi t for frying,

because they start to smoke already at low temperatures.

We recommend the use of liquid frying oil.

2. Fats and oils must be heatable to high temperatures. Do not

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use margarine, olive oil or butter: they are not fi t for frying,

because they start to smoke already at low temperatures.

We recommend the use of liquid frying oil.

Please note this important information if you intend

If you use fat, please divide it up into small pieces. Turn

the thermostat to a low temperature and add the pieces

slowly. Once the fat has melted and the correct oil level

is reached you can set the desired temperature on the

Under no circumstances should you place the fat in

the deep frying basket!

3. In order to reduce the acrylamide content of food containing

starch (potatoes, cereals) the temperature during deep-fat

frying should not exceed 170° C (or possibly 175° C). Fur-

thermore, the frying time should be kept as short as possible

and the food only fried until it turns golden yellow.

4. Please note that the safety switch (4) is operated when the

control element is inserted into the guide mechanism.

5. Choose the right frying temperature and check the condi-

tions of the food to be fried. A rule of thumb is that pre-fried

foods require a higher temperature than raw foods.

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

7. When frying dough-like foods scrape off the excess dough

and put the pieces carefully into the oil.

8. Please ensure that the handle of the deep fat frying basket

has been correctly attached.

• Press the ends of the wire together at the free end of the

• Insert the brackets into wire hoops inside the basket.

• The deep fat frying basket must not be more than 2/3

full. Do not overfi ll the frying basket.

9. Rub dry humid foods with a cloth before frying.

In 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 overfl ow.

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

(The control lamps are off.).

2. Take the lid off the deep fryer.

3. Remove the frying basket and fi ll the container with oil or

grease (maximum 3 l). The fi lling level must be located

between the minimum and the maximum level.

4. Insert the plug into a 230 V, 50 Hz power socket. The red

control lamp lights up. Set the desired temperature by

turning the temperature control (3).

5. The green control lamp lights up. Once the set temperature

has been reached the green control lamp goes off. Place

the frying basket containing the items to be fried carefully

6. 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. Once the frying time is over (the frying times are

to be found on the packaging of the food or in the recipe),

please take out the frying basket.

7. Let the oil drip from the food being fried.

8. In order to switch off the machine, please turn the tempera-

ture regulator to MIN and remove the plug from the socket.

Wind the mains lead up in the form of a spiral in the cable

Always pull out the plug from the mains socket before cleaning

and wait until the unit has cooled down.

• Do not use any wire brush or other abrasive objects.

• Do not use any acidic or abrasive detergents.

• Under no circumstances should the device be immersed

in water for cleaning.

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

Deep frying fat container

• In order to change the oil, pull out the deep frying fat contai-

ner and pour the oil out at the side.

• Clean the deep frying fat container, the lid and the housing

with a damp clothand household detergent if necessary.

Please do not immerse in water.

• The deep frying basket can be cleaned in the usual way in

Clean the housing after use with a slightly damp cloth.

Changing the Odour and Fat Vapour Filter

The fi lter in the lid can be replaced.

• Unlatch the lid of the fi lter from the bottom.

• Replace the fi lter.

• Then reassemble the cover.

When these fi lters have been used up it is possible to cut

universal fi lters to size, e.g. from cooker hoods.

Device is not working

Other possible causes:

The device is fi tted with a safety switch (4).

This prevents the heater being switched on accidentally.

Check that the control element is correctly in place.

Overheating Protection

• If you should accidentally switch on your deep fat fryer

when there is no oil or fat in it the overheating protection is

automatically turned on. The appliance is no longer ready to

be used. Unplug the deep fryer.

• Only after the device has been left to cool down completely

should the „RESTART“ button (5) on the rear of the control

element be operated in order to use the deep fat fryer again.

For this you should use a plastic or wooden object that is the

Power consumption: 2000 W Protection class: Ι

Filling quantity: max. 3 Litre

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!

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 reutilisati-

on 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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