PCFR 1286 H - Deep fryer PROFICOOK - Free user manual and instructions

Features	Details
Device type	Deep fryer
Capacity	3.5 liters
Power	1800 watts
Material	Stainless steel
Temperature control	Adjustable thermostat up to 190°C
Removable basket	Yes, with non-stick coating
Safety system	Overheat protection
Ease of cleaning	Removable and dishwasher-safe components
Dimensions	30 x 25 x 20 cm
Weight	2.5 kg
Included accessories	Frying basket, lid with filter
Warranty	2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - PCFR 1286 H PROFICOOK

How do I clean my PROFICOOK PCFR 1286 H deep fryer?

To clean the deep fryer, unplug it and let it cool down. Remove the basket and the tank, then wash them with warm soapy water. Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth.

How much oil should I use in my deep fryer?

The maximum capacity of the tank is 3.5 liters. Fill it up to the mark indicated inside, making sure not to exceed the limit.

Why is my deep fryer not heating?

Check that the deep fryer is properly plugged in and that the outlet is working. Also ensure the thermostat is set correctly and the lid is properly closed.

Can I fry frozen foods in the deep fryer?

Yes, you can fry frozen foods, but it is recommended to gently immerse them to avoid oil splashes.

How do I know if my fries are ready?

Fries are ready when their color is golden and they float on the surface of the oil. Use a thermometer to check that the oil temperature is about 180 °C.

Can I use olive oil in my deep fryer?

It is better to use oils with a high smoke point, such as sunflower or rapeseed oil. Olive oil may not be suitable for high-temperature frying.

What should I do if the oil gives off an unpleasant smell?

This may indicate that the oil is worn out. Change the oil if it smells rancid or has a dark color.

How do I prevent my food from sticking to the basket?

To prevent food from sticking, you can dry it carefully before frying and use a little oil or non-stick spray on the basket.

Does the deep fryer have a timer function?

Yes, the PROFICOOK PCFR 1286 H deep fryer is equipped with a timer to help you control cooking time.

How can I store the oil after use?

Let the oil cool completely, then filter it to remove food residues. Store it in an airtight container, away from light and heat.

USER MANUAL PCFR 1286 H PROFICOOK

Black and silver air fryer with digital display showing food categories (e.g., French Press, Chicken Wings) and open oven (no visible text or symbols on main body)

Technical diagram of a smart air fryer with labeled parts including top, front, side, and interior views.

WICHTIG:

Be sure to read the separately enclosed safety instructions first.

Instruction Manual

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

Read the instruction manual and the separately enclosed safety instructions very carefully before using this appliance. Keep these documents, including the warranty certificate, receipt and, if possible, the box with the inner packaging in a safe place. If you pass the appliance on to a third party, always include all the relevant documents.

Symbols in this Instruction Manual

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 appliance:

WARNING:

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

CAUTION:

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

Content

Overview of the Components....3

Unpacking the Appliance....9

Overview of the Components / Scope of Delivery......9

Warnings for the Use of the Appliance ....10

Notes for Use....10

Location....10

Electrical Connection 10

Standby (Ready State)....10

Switching the Appliance On/Off 10

Interior lighting....10

Before First Use....10

Notes on Use 10

Function Buttons....11

Setting the Temperature (☐) and Cooking Time (☒) ..... 11

Operation 11

Automatic Programmes 11

Interrupting Operation....11

Ending Operation 11

Cleaning....12

Storage....12

Troubleshooting....12

Technical Data....13

Disposal 13

Meaning of the "Dustbin" Symbol 13

Unpacking the Appliance

1. Remove the appliance from its packaging.
2. Remove all packaging material, such as foils, filling material, cable ties and cardboard packaging.
3. Check the scope of delivery for completeness.
4. If the contents of the packaging are incomplete or if damage can be detected, do not operate the appliance. Return it to the dealer immediately.

Overview of the Components / Scope of Delivery

Appliance

1 Air outlet openings
2 Air inlet openings
3 Control panel
4 Silicone knobs
5 Sieve insert
6 Deep-frying container handle
7 Viewing window
8 Deep-frying container
9 Recessed handle

Control Panel

Buttons of the automatic programmes:

French Fries

Chicken Wings

Chicken

Fish

Steak

Pizza

Cake

Vegetables

Potatos

Defrost (Defrost / keep warm function)

Button ⚙ (interior lighting)
Button (reduce cooking time / temperature)
Button (select cooking time / temperature)
Button (increase cooking time / temperature)
Button (ready for operation / standby / start / stop cooking)

Warnings for the Use of the Appliance

WARNING: Risk of Burns!

• Only touch the deep-frying container by the handle. Use oven gloves if necessary.
• Hot steam may escape from the air outlet during operation. Keep enough distance.

CAUTION:

• The air inlet and air outlet openings should not be covered to ensure sufficient air circulation.
• Keep a sufficient safety distance (30 cm) from easily inflammable objects such as furniture, curtains, etc.!
• Do not operate the appliance under wall cabinets because of the rising heat and vapours.
• Do not manipulate the safety switch.
  • Overload! Do not use a multiple socket, as this appliance is too powerful.

Notes for Use

Location

• Place the appliance on a non-slip, level and heat-resistant surface.
• Do not place the appliance with the back directly against a wall.
• Never place the appliance or the power cord on hot surfaces or near heat sources (e. g. cooker, hob).

Electrical Connection

Before inserting the mains plug into the socket, make sure that the mains voltage matches that of the appliance. You will find the information on the type plate.

Standby (Ready State)

The appliance is in standby mode when only the button ⏻ is lit. The appliance switches to standby mode in the following situations:

• When the mains plug is plugged in.
• If no button is pressed for about 60 seconds.
• When the set cooking time has elapsed. Previously, OFF appears briefly on the display. 6 signal tones sound.

Switching the Appliance On/Off

Use the button ⏻ to switch the appliance on and off.

• As soon as you switch on the appliance, the ready-to-use display appears.
• After the time has elapsed, OFF appears in the display. The fan runs briefly to cool down the appliance. Then 6 signal tones sound and the appliance switches to standby.

Interior lighting

You can switch the interior lighting in the appliance on and off with the ⏻ button.

Before First Use

- There is a protective layer on the heating element. To remove this, operate the appliance for approx. 15 minutes without contents. Slight smoke and odours are normal during this process. Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation.

WARNING:

Let the appliance cool down before cleaning it!

• Unplug the appliance from the mains.
• Wipe out the deep-frying container, the sieve insert and the interior of the appliance before use.

Notes on Use

• This appliance is intended for the preparation of solid food. Do not prepare soups or other liquid foods in it.
• A safety switch prevents the appliance from being used without a deep-frying container.
• For best results, do not fill the deep-frying container more than the MAX mark. Never overfill the deep-frying container so that the food does not come into contact with the heating element.
• Never add oil or any other liquid to the deep-frying container. To achieve a crispy result, the food can be spread with a little oil.
• Do not prepare foods with a high fat content (e. g. sausages) with the appliance.
• All foods that are also suitable for the oven can be prepared in the appliance.
• The sieve insert ensures that the accumulated fat settles to the bottom of the deep-frying container. This makes the food crispier.
• When baking cakes, bread, etc., note that the dough expands. The dough must not come into contact with the heating element.
• The sieve insert can be removed for baking bread or similar.
• Food that lies on top of each other during cooking should be shaken halfway through the cooking time. This optimises the cooking result and prevents uneven cooking.
• Soak homemade potato products for at least 30 minutes after cutting to reduce potato starch. Then dry the potato pieces well with kitchen paper.
• The cooking time depends on various factors: Size, texture, amount of food and set temperature.
• If you do not preheat the hot air fryer, add 3 minutes to the cooking time.
• Fry steaks and larger quantities of meat in a pan before cooking in the hot air fryer. Time and temperature depend on the desired cooking level.

- You can also reheat food with the appliance. Select the automatic programme "Keep warm / Defrost" with the button Defrest reset temperature and time can be adjusted individually.

Function Buttons

The buttons on the appliance are touch buttons. Touch the buttons lightly with a finger to perform the function. Each key press is confirmed with a beep.

Setting the Temperature (☐) and Cooking Time (☐)

• Press the Ⓤ button to switch between the temperature and cooking time settings.
• Set the temperature (50 – 200 °C) and the cooking time (1 – 60 minutes) with the + or button.
• Temperature and cooking time are displayed alternately on the display.

Operation

1. Make sure that the appliance is disconnected from the mains.
2. Pull the deep-frying container out of the appliance by the handle.
3. If necessary, place the sieve insert with the silicone knobs in the appliance. Push the sieve insert all the way down.
4. Push the deep-frying container back into the appliance. It must audibly click into place.
5. Connect the appliance to a properly installed safety socket. A beep sounds and all the symbols light up briefly. Then only the button lights up.
6. Press the button ☑ switch the appliance to standby. The appliance is factory-set to a temperature of 180 °C and 15 minutes.
7. We recommend preheating the appliance for about 3 minutes without cooking food. Set the required temperature and cooking time to 3 minutes.
8. Press the button to start the cooking process.
9. When the time has elapsed, F_0 appears in the display. The fan runs briefly to cool down the appliance. Then 6 beeps sound and the appliance switches to standby.
10. Pull the deep-frying container out of the appliance by the handle.
11. Place the deep-frying container on a heat-resistant surface.
12. Fill the deep-frying container with the desired food.
13. Push the deep-frying container back into the appliance. It must audibly click into place.
14. Press the button ☑ to switch the appliance back to operating mode.
15. Set the desired temperature and cooking time. Alternatively, select an automatic programme (see next chapter).

16. Press the button to start the cooking process.

17. If necessary, shake the food halfway through the cooking time. To do this, pull out the deep-frying container by the handle. Then push the deep-frying container back into the appliance. The appliance continues operation at the interrupted point.

AutomaticProgrammes

Select the desired automatic programme. The programme symbol flashes.

• The following table shows the factory preset temperatures in degrees Celsius (°C) and the minutes (min). The pre-settings are only guide values. Depending on the size and weight of the food, the temperature and time may have to be adjusted individually.
• The pre-set temperature and cooking time can be adjusted with the corresponding buttons + and -
• Also observe the information on the food packaging.

Programme °C min
French Fries	200	30
Chicken Wings	200	30
Chicken	200	35
Fish	190	20
Steak	200	10
Pizza	185	12
Cake	175	25
Vegetables	160	18
Potatos	200	35
Defrost	90	5

Interrupting Operation

• Pull out the deep-frying container to interrupt operation. Replace the deep-frying container to resume operation.
• Operation can also be interrupted by pulling out the mains plug. Reconnect the mains plug to the socket to continue operation.
• The appliance resumes operation at the interrupted point. This also applies in the event of a power failure.

Ending Operation

1. When the time has elapsed, OFF appears in the display. The fan runs briefly to cool down the appliance. Then 6 signal tones sound and the appliance switches to standby.
2. You can also end operation prematurely by pressing the button ⏻
3. Pull out the deep-frying container by the handle.
4. Put the food in a heat-resistant bowl.
5. Push the deep-frying container back into the appliance.
6. Unplug the appliance from the mains.

Cleaning

WARNING:

• Always switch off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket before cleaning. Wait until the appliance has cooled down.
• Allow the sieve insert to cool down before removing it from the deep-frying container!
• Do not immerse the appliance in water! It could cause an electric shock or fire.

CAUTION: Non-stick coating

• Do not use a wire brush or other abrasive objects.
• Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners.
• You can clean the sieve insert in warm rinse water with a little hand dishwashing liquid.
• Clean the inside and outside of the appliance and the deep-frying container with a slightly damp, not wet cloth.
• Also remove any food / grease residues on and next to the heating element with a slightly damp cloth. Do not switch the appliance on again until the heating element is completely dry!

Storage

• Clean the appliance as described. Allow the accessories to dry completely.
• We recommend storing the appliance in its original packaging if you do not intend to use it for a longer period of time.
• Always store the appliance out of the reach of children in a well-ventilated and dry place.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Remedy
The appliance has no function. The	appliance has no power supply. Check the	power socket with another appliance.
		Insert the mains plug correctly.
		Check the house fuse.
	The deep-frying container is not inserted correctly. A safety switch prevents operation with an incorrectly inserted deep-frying container.	Insert the deep-frying container correctly. It must audibly click into place.
	The appliance is defective. Contact our service or a specialist.
The food is not fully cooked. The	deep-frying container is overfilled. Reduce the	amount of food. Smaller quantities cook more evenly.
	The temperature is set too low.	Set a higher temperature.
	The cooking time is set too short.	Set a longer cooking time.
The food is cooked unevenly.	The food is on top of each other. This does not ensure sufficient air circulation.	Shake the food halfway through the cooking time.
The food is not crispy.	You have used food that is only suitable for a conventional deep fryer.	Use foods suitable for the oven or spread them with a little oil.
Smoke is coming out of the appliance.	You are preparing very fatty food. Smoke may develop due to splashes of fat inside the appliance. Make sure there is sufficient ventilation.
	The deep-frying container is overfilled. The food is touching the heating element.	Reduce the amount of food.
	There is still food / fat residue in the deep-frying container or on the heating element from previous use.	Clean the appliance after each use as described in the chapter “Cleaning”.

Technical Data

Model: PC-FR 1286 H

Power supply: 220–240 V\~, 50–60 Hz

Power consumption: 1700 W

Protection class:....I

Net weight: .... approx. 4.9 kg

This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class .

The light source is resistant to high temperatures and is only intended for use in this appliance.

The right to make technical and design modifications in the course of continuous product development remains reserved.

This appliance has been tested according to all applicable, current CE directives and built according to 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 re-utilisation of electrical and electronic equipment.

Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority. Your dealer and contractual partner is also obliged to take back the old appliance free of charge.

BELANGRIJK:

French Fries (Friet)

WAARSCHUWING: Verbrandingsgevaar!

LET OP: Anti-aanbaklaag

French Fries (Frites)

French Fries (Patatas fritas)

Chicken Wings (Alitas de pollo)

Chicken (Pollo)

Fish (Pescado)

Steak (Filete)

Pizza (Pizza)

Cake (Pastel)

Vegetables (Verduras)

Potatos (Patatas)

French Fries (Patate fritte)

CTC Clatronic Sp. z o.o

Ul. Brzeska 1

45-960 Opole

Usuwanie

صفر و concentrates Aggregate RMU lifting the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of the weight of 15.6. Add a compact to an object that is a light source for a small object, and a compact to an object that is a light source for a large object.