ODF 5311M - Deep fryer OK - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ODF 5311M OK

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HERZLICHEN GLUCKWUNSCH!

Thank you for your purchase of an ok. product. Please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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Risk of burning! The temperature of the surfaces which can be touched can become very hot during operation. Never touch the hot surfaces of the device (e.g. viewing window, metal parts).

1. Hot steam rises and escapes through the steam outlet in the lid during frying. Keep hands and face at a safe distance from the steam and open the lid with special caution. Never cover the steam outlets.
2. Do not operate the product by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
3. This appliance shall not be used by children from 0 to 8 years. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they are continuously supervised. This appliance can be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children.
4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
5. A damaged power cord may only be replaced by the authorised service agent in order to avoid hazards.
6. Caution! In order to prevent hazards from unintentional resetting of the protective temperature limiter, this product must not be powered by an external switching device such as a timer, or connected to a circuit which is regularly switched on and off by a device.
7. The appliance should be positioned in a stable situation with the handle positioned to avoid spillage of the hot liquids.

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1. The product is designed for the preparation of normal household quantities in the home, or in household-like, non-commercial environments. Household-like environments include staff kitchens in shops, offices, agricultural and other small businesses or for use by guests at bed-and-breakfast establishments, small hotels and similar residential facilities.
2. Clean the product and all other accessories after each use.
3. Follow the instructions in the chapter Cleaning and care.
4. The product must not immersed in water for cleaning.
5. Pay particular attention to the warnings on the product and in this manual.
6. Use the product only for its intended purpose. Improper use may lead to hazards.
7. In the event of improper use or wrong operation, we do not accept any liability for resulting damages.
8. The use of accessories and components not expressly recommended by the manufacturer may result in injuries or damages and voids the warranty.
9. Never leave the product unsupervised while it is switched on.
10. Do not place heavy objects on top of the product.
11. Never immerse electrical parts of the product in water during cleaning or operation. Never hold the product under running water.
12. Do not under any circumstances attempt to repair the product yourself. For servicing and repairs, please consult an authorised service agent.
13. The mains voltage must match the information on the rating label of the product.
14. The power plug is used as the disconnect device. Please be sure that the power plug is in operable condition.
15. Only unplug from the power socket can separate the product completely from the mains.
16. Avoid damages to the power cord that may be caused by kinks or contact with sharp corners.
17. Keep this product including power cord and power plug away from all heat sources like for example, ovens, hot plates and other heat-producing products/objects.
18. Only unplug from the power socket by the plug itself. Do not pull on the cord.

19. Unplug the product ...

20. when the product is not being used,

21. in case of malfunctions,
22. before attaching / detaching accessories and

23. before cleaning the product.

24. If the power cord or the casing of the product is damaged or if the product is dropped, the product may not be used before it is examined by an authorised service agent.

25. Use this product in dry indoor areas only and never outdoors.
26. Place the product on a flat, sturdy and slip-resistant surface.
27. Protect this product from extreme heat and cold as well as from direct sunlight and dust.
28. In order to reduce the risk of fire and electric shock, do not expose the product to fire (fireplace, grill, candles, cigarettes and so on) or water (water drops, water splashes, vases, tubs, ponds and so on).
29. Warning! Do not use this product near water or heavy moisture; e.g. in a damp basement or beside a swimming pool or bathtub.
30. Use this product in temperate latitudes only. Avoid tropical and especially humid climatic regions.
31. Protect this product from all moisture including spray water and humidity.
32. This product is not intended for commercial use.
33. Do not cover or store the product when it is hot. Unplug it first and let it cool down completely in a safe place which is out of the reach of children.

34. Attention! Only switch on the deep fryer once it has been filled with oil or fat. If you put this product into operation when empty, it could become damaged.

35. Do not move or transport this product if it is filled with hot oil/fat. There is a danger of burning from splattering oil/fat. Wait until the oil/fat has cooled down completely.

36. Avoid contact of water and/or ice with oil or fat. This leads to strong splattering or foaming of oil/fat during frying. Dab moist foods dry with a paper towel and remove ice from frozen foods. Make sure that all parts of the deep fryer are dry before putting the oil/fat into the product.
37. The oil or fat level in the deep fryer vat must be between the MIN and MAX markings (inside). Attention! Overfilling the MAX marking can be dangerous. Splashing oil may lead to injuries and fire!
38. Only use oil or fat that is suitable for frying.
39. Do not mix different types of oil or fat because it can cause the deep fryer to overflow.
40. Never overfill the frying basket with food and do not place any cutlery or kitchen tools in the product.
41. Do not put plastic cutlery into hot fat. Do not fill hot fat into a plastic container. It could melt.
42. Attention! Change the oil/fat at regular intervals. Old or contaminated oil could ignite itself if overheated.
43. Make sure that there are not any flammable items above or near the product. If the oil/fat ignites, pull the plug immediately and close the lid in order to smother the flames. Never pour water into hot or burning oil/fat.
44. For nutritious and healthy deep frying, we recommend that foods be fried until they are golden yellow rather than dark or brown and that burnt residues be removed. Fry starchy foods, especially grain and potato products, at a maximum of 170^ .
45. Unplug the product after use and let the oil/fat cool down sufficiently before inserting or removing accessories and before cleaning or storing the product.

INTENDED USE

This product is suitable for frying foods only. Any other use may result in damage to product or injuries. The Imtron GmbH assumes no liability for damage to the product, for property damage or for personal injury due to careless or improper usage of the product, or usage of product which does not meet the manufacturer's specified purpose.

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COMPONENTS

The product may be available in different colors

A. Frying basket handle (removable)
B. Lid with handle
C. Frying basket with hook
D. Indicator light HEATING
E. Temperature control knob
F. Indicator light POWER
G. Control unit
H. Protective switch
1. RESTART button (circuit breaker)
J. Cable compartment
K. Power cord with plug
L. Enclosure with handle
M. Frying pot
N. Heating element

BEFORE FIRST TIME USE

• Remove all packaging materials. Especially make sure to remove the cardboard transport protection between frying pan and enclosure.
  Before first use, clean all parts which come into contact with foods. Refer to the chapter CLEANING AND CARE. All parts of the deep fryer must be carefully dried off after cleaning.

USING THE DEEP FRYER

Deep Frying

1 Remove the lid. Take out the frying basket and handle. Push and hold the end of the frying basket handle inwards and place it into the receptors of the frying basket. Swivel the handle outwards until it snaps into place. For storage purposes, the frying basket can be taken apart in the same way.
Put the frying pot into the deep fryer. Insert the control unit at the designated place on the housing and let the rails slide into the openings.
3 In order to start frying, fill up the frying pot with oil to at least the MIN mark, but do not exceed the MAX (3.5L) mark. Warning! Never operate the product without oil, with insufficient oil (below MIN) or too much oil (over MAX) in the frying pot. Place the frying basket back in and close the lid.
Pull the power cable out of the cable compartment. Plug it into a wall outlet. The POWER light will automatically turn on.
The oil must be pre-heated. Set the desired temperature via the temperature control dial. The HEATING light will turn on and start the preheat. The HEATING light will turn off once the oil reached the set temperature.

Note:

For the recommended temperatures for different food categories, refer to the section Frying table in chapter Frying Tips.
When the desired temperature has been reached, open the lid.

7 Lift up the frying basket slightly and hang in with the hook onto the edge of the frying pot. Fill the frying basket with the food. If necessary remove the frying basket completely.

Warning:

The fryer and the lid are very hot. Very hot steam may be released and oil/grease my spray out.

Note:

Ensure that the food about to be fried is dry to avoid splashing or foaming of the oil. Dab damp food with a dry paper towel and remove ice from frozen foods. The food should be completely submerged in the oil/grease to achieve an even fry.

8 Check on the frying of the food by slightly opening the lid.

Note:

As soon as the oil drops below the desired temperature, the thermostat will turn on and the HEATING light turns on again. This allows for the temperature to stay constant. During the use of the product, the control light is constantly turning on and off.

If you are satisfied with the frying results, stop the frying. Set the temperature dial to OFF and unplug the power cable from the power supply. Open the lid and lift up the frying basket. Hang it with the hook onto the edge of the frying pot for approx. 1-2 minutes to drain the oil. Take out the frying basket. Place the fried food onto a heat resistant plate.

Note: Place a kitchen paper under the fried food to pick-up any extra oil/grease.

OVERHEATING PROTECTION:

When the product overheats (for examples, if there isn't enough oil in the frying pot), it will automatically turn off. If this happens remove the power cable from the power supply and wait until the product has cooled down sufficiently. After cooling down and before next use push the START button by using a pointed object.

FRYING TIPS

Frying Oil and Grease

• Only use high heat-resistant, frying-neutral frying oil (vegetable oil) or frying grease (vegetable grease), which can be heated to about 220^ . Examples of suitable frying oils include: hardened vegetable oils and fats, refined oils (rapeseed oil, soybean oil or sunflower oil), palm oil. Not suitable for frying are cold-pressed and unrefined oils / fats, such as: virgin olive oil, butter, margarine, etc.
• Careful! Never mix different oils or types of fat and never use old oil/fat with new oil/fat.
• If using solid frying fat, cut it into pieces and melt it in a pan at low heat. Then, carefully fill the melted grease into the frying pot. The frying pot must be dry when filling with oil/grease.
• You store solid frying fat at room temperature in the closed fryer. When you heat up that fat, poke some holes into the fat beforehand with a fork so that it doesn't spray when hot. Be careful not to damage the frying pot when doing so. Close the lid and start to heat up the fat at a low temperature.

Warning - Risk of Fire!

Oil/grease can ignite if there is too high of a temperature. If the oil/grease ignites in the fryer, unplug the main power cable from the wall immediately! Never pour water into hot or burning oil/grease. Close the lid of the fryer if possible, do not put yourself into a position of danger. You may try to deplete the fire with a large blanket or by using a fire extinguisher.

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Frying Table

The following table gives you an overview of the recommended temperatures for different food groups. The values in this table are only indicative. Note that the frying time and required temperature depend on the type and nature of the food (for example the size and the weight). Please pay close attention to the information on the packaging of the food.

Food Temperature in	°C
Shrimps 130
Mushrooms 150
Breaded chicken 170
Filet 170
Onion rings 170
French fries 170
Potato chips 170

For nutritious and healthy deep frying, we recommend that foods be fried until they are golden yellow rather than dark or brown and that burnt residues be removed. Fry starchy foods, especially grain and potato products, at a maximum of 170^ .

CLEANING AND CARE

• Careful! Disconnect the power cable and allow the product to properly cool down before cleaning. Do not put electrical parts of the product into water or other liquids during cleaning. Never keep the product under running water.
• Remove the oil/grease from the frying pot as described in the Oil/Grease Filter, Store And Disse
• Careful! Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners, hard brushes, metallic or sharp objects for cleaning. Solvents are harmful to health and destroy the plastic parts; Scrubbing cleaners and aids scratch the surface.

10 Remove the control and heating elements from the frying pot. Clean the frying basket, frying pot and lid with hot water and a little dish soap. Dry the parts carefully. Never submerge the control and heating elements into water.
11 Wipe the body of the fryer inside and outside with a damp cloth. After you have cleaned all the parts, reassemble the fryer. Careful! The fryer has to be completely dry before each use.
12 For storage, stow the power cord in the cable compartment.

OIL/GREASE FILTER, STORE AND DISPOSE

Filter

• Allow the product to cool down after use (At least 3 hours)
• It is recommended that you filter the oil/grease after each frying process to remove small parts, (Example to remove food residues completely as it accelerates fat spoilage).
  Pour the cooled down oil/grease (should still be a liquid) into a metal pot with handles.
• Remove any food residue from the frying pot with a sponge or some kitchen paper.
• Place an oil filter in the frying basket. Pour the oil/fat slowly through the filter into the frying pot. You can also use a paper towel or a piece of cotton as a filter.
  If you fry a lot, you can store the oil/fat in the frying pot. Close the lid and keep the product in a cool and dry place.
• Regularly renew the oil/fat after approximately 3-5 frying operations. Renew the oil/grease if it foams, smokes, or smells unpleasant when heated, or when it has become dark and heavy.
• Warning - Danger of fire! Old or dirty oil/fat can ignite if overheated. In case of a fire, immediately pull the plug and close the lid. Never pour water into hot or burning oil/grease.

Storage

• If you only occasionally use the product, remove the oil/grease from the frying pot and keep it in a closable container in the refrigerator.
• Oil/fat which was used for frying fish shall be stored separated from oil/fat which was used for frying other foods.
• Do not put seasoning on the food before or during frying. This allows for a longer use of the oil.

Disposal

Pour the oil into a closable container and then dispose of it.
- Pour the still warm fat into a pot lined with newspaper and wait until it has cooled down and become solid. Then wrap the fat completely into the paper and dispose of it.
- Do not dispose of oil/grease into your drain or sink, but always into household waste. Check with your local authority for a collection point.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If there are any problems during operation, please refer to the following table. If problems cannot be solved as indicated under Solution, please contact your manufacturer.

Problem Possible causes Solution
Product does not work.	Interrupted power supply.	Check the power supply.
Product switches off by itself.	Overheat protection has been activated.	Let the product cool down and check that the oil level is between MIN and MAX. Press START button.
Fried food is not ready after recommended time.	Put in a large amount of frying goods. Oil is not preheated sufficiently.	Put less amount of frying good. Preheat the oil to recommended temperature.
Fried food has bad taste. • Oil is old. • Previous fried food has a strong taste.	Replace the oil.
Heavy formation of smoke and smell.	Oil is old/dirty. Replace the oil.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Rated voltage: 220 - 240V 50 / 60Hz

Rated Power: 2000 W

Protection class : I

DISPOSAL

Do not dispose of this appliance as unsorted municipal waste. Return it to a designated collection point for the recycling of WEEE. By doing so, you will help to conserve resources and protect the environment. Contact your retailer or local authorities for more information.

ENHORABUENA

Voltage:220-240V\~,50/60Hz

Vermogen : 2 000 W