DF 90 - Deep fryer STEBA - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electric deep fryer
Brand	Steba
Model	DF 90
Power supply	230 V / 50 Hz (estimated)
Power	Approximately 1800 W
Tank capacity	Approximately 3 L
Temperature range	100 °C to 190 °C
Types of fat	Frying oil or vegetable fat
Main material	Metal (inner tank)
Main functions	Frying, adjustable thermostat, heating indicator light
Care and cleaning	Clean with a damp cloth; do not immerse; basket washable with dish soap
Spare parts	Frying basket (long and small baskets), permanent filter in lid
Safety	Overheat protection, automatic shut-off in case of low oil, anti-splash lid closure, do not use water to extinguish
Repairability	Repairs reserved to an authorized service; cord replacement by after-sales service
General information	Domestic use, do not use with external timer, suitable for meat, poultry, fish, vegetables, doughnuts

Frequently Asked Questions - DF 90 STEBA

What oil or fat to use for the DF 90 deep fryer?

Use frying oil or vegetable fat that withstands high temperatures. Never mix oil and fat.

What temperature to fry fries?

For potato-based products like fries, set the thermostat to 170 °C maximum.

Can frozen foods be fried?

Yes, but it is recommended to thaw them beforehand. To avoid splattering, immerse them very carefully in the hot fat.

How to clean the DF 90 deep fryer?

Clean the inside and outside with a damp cloth. Never immerse the appliance in water. Wash the basket in warm soapy water.

What to do in case of a grease fire?

Unplug the deep fryer immediately and close the lid to smother the flames. Never use water.

How to change used oil or fat?

Let the fat cool, then filter it through a coffee filter in the basket. Change the fat if it has an unpleasant odor, brown color, or smokes prematurely.

Can the deep fryer be used without oil?

No, never operate the deep fryer empty or with insufficient oil, otherwise the overheat safety would activate and the appliance would require repair.

How to avoid grease splashes?

Dry the food well before immersing it in the fat. Use foods with low water content and lower the basket slowly into the hot oil. Close the lid during frying.

How to disassemble the lid for cleaning?

Open the lid and pull it vertically upward while tilting it slightly to the side to remove it.

Can children use the deep fryer?

Children under 8 years old must not use the appliance. Children aged 8 and over may use it under supervision.

USER MANUAL DF 90 STEBA

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Mini-Fritteuse / -Fondueset DF 90

Instructions for use 8

Mode d'emploi 13

This appliance is for private and indoor use only and must not be used commercially. Please read the instruction manual carefully and keep it at a safe place. When the appliance is given to another person the instruction manual should be passed to that person, too. Only use the appliance as described in the instruction manual and pay attention to the safety information. No liability for damages or accidents will be accepted, which are caused by not paying attention to the instruction manual.

Safety information

• Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate.
• Do not use if the cord or appliance is damaged. Always check before using the appliance!
  The appliance must not be used by children aged 0 to 8.

The appliance can be used by children aged 8 and above and persons with a limited physical, sensory or mental capacity or lack of experience/knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have understood the resulting dangers. Keep the appliance and its electric wiring away from children aged 8 or younger. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children.

- Devices for cooking should be placed in a stable position by using the handles in order to avoid the spillage of hot liquids.

- The appliance must not be operated using a timer or a separate remote system!

- After using the appliance or if the appliance malfunctions, always pull out the plug.

• Never pull at the cord set. Do not chafe it over edges or squeeze it.
• Keep the power supply cord away from hot parts.
• Never leave the appliance unattended when operating.
• Do not put anything on the appliance.
• Do not leave the appliance outdoors or in a damp area.
• Never immerse the appliance in water.
• Do not operate the appliance if it is damaged (for example if it felt down).
• The manufacturer is not liable for damage occurred by using the appliance in another way than described or if a mistake in operating has been made.
• To prevent injury, repairs such as replacing a damaged cord, should only be carried out by customer service.

Attention! Housing get hot. Danger of burns! Do

not place the appliance on a sensitive surface (e.g. painted furniture) and keep a distance of at least 70cm to burnable materials.

- Do not move the appliance until it has cooled down! The sides of the appliance become hot. Do not touch during the usage.

Working area

Important: Never place the appliance on or next to a hot surface (e.g. stove). Always use it on a stable, flat and temperature resisting surface. Always take care that no inflammable objects are near to the appliance. Do not place directly under a kitchen hood.

Before the first use:

The appliance should be wiped inside and outside with a damp cloth and dried. The frying basket should be cleaned carefully with some hot water and some mild detergent.

Attention: Never immerse the appliance in any water!

Fat and Oil:

Frying oil must be able to stand high temperatures. Only special frying oil should be used. The oil should be put in the non-heating oil tank. Never use the deep fryer without or only little oil! Hardened fat should be melted slowly at a temperature bellow 100^ C.

Important: Never mix fat and oil together. Excessive foam can occur.

The oil level can be seen at the inside of the oil tank. There must be no more oil than the max level and not less oil than the Min. level. (please check the marking at the inside of the oil tank).

Never immerse any water in hot oil or fat!

Warm hardened fat inside the fryer:

Put the thermostat knob to max 100^ C and melt the hot fat slowly. Keep the lid closed to avoid any splashes.

Important: If a high temperature was chosen to melt hardened fat or the appliance was used with not sufficient fat, the overheat protection can be released. When this happens, the appliance cannot be used anymore and must be returned for service.

No warranty due to misuse!

Frying:

• Put the oil in the appliance
• Plug in the appliance.
• Put the thermostat to "min" position and switch the appliance on.
• Adjust the thermostat to the intended temperature.
• The temperature control light is on. After the intended temperature is achieved (ca 5-7min) the light is "off"
• Insert the frying basket carefully and lower it slowly into the hot oil. Do not overfill the frying basket.
• Close the lid to avoid splashes.
• The temperature control light is on, the appliance is heating.
• The large basket is suitable for fish or steaks or larger quantities. The small portion baskets are for different foods.

Danger of splashes!

To avoid splashes or foaming of the fat only use food which is not too wet (dry the food with cloth, remove ice from the food etc.). Insert the food slowly into the fryer. If the fat is foaming excessively, lift the basket several times. Never carry the fryer when there is hot oil inside. Danger of burns! Always cool down the fryer before moving it.

Parts of the appliance, e.g. the upper edge of the oil tank or the steam escaping from the fryer can be very hot.

Take care that nobody can rip at the power cord and pull the appliance from the table (especially children). To avoid this attach the power cord, e.g. to the leg of the table.

Important Tips:

According the latest knowledge of researchers, following max. temperatures should be obeyed and all foods should be fried max to a gold colour:

170°C for all potatoes, breaded food and all other starch containing products

190°C for meat and poultry with no breading

In opposite to the tips on the packaging of frozen food we advise to defrost the food short before frying to avoid any ice inside the fryer.

After frying:

Remaining of breading or other food should be removed from the oil regularly.

• The fat should be cooled down after frying. Them the fat should be poured into a bowl. After that the fryer and the basket should be cleaned. Put a coffee filter paper into the basket and put the basket into the fryer and pour the fat slowly into the filter.
• At fish or meat the oil can be used 5-10 times. When potatoes are used the fat can be used longer.

Attention: Old or dirty fat can be inflamed when it is overheated, therefore it must be exchanged on time. In case of fire, pull the plug out of the socket and extinguish the fire by closing the lid. Never use water to extinguish the fire!

Always exchange the oil when it smells strange, is dark brown or starts smoking at low temperatures.

Fondue:

When the appliance is used as a Fondue, remove the lid by pulling the lid upwards. Put the Fondue ring on the appliance for the Fondue forks.

Leave the frying basket inside the appliance, as the bottom will be not damaged or food which has fallen off can be removed more easy from the fat.

Soup can be used instead of fat, too. Turn the thermostat to 100^ C. After finishing the Fondue, the soup can be eaten.

Cleaning

• Never immerse the device into water!
• Put some water added with detergent into the inner pot and clean carefully.

Disposal:

Packaging disposal:

Do not throw away the package materials. Please put it in the recycling bin.

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Gift box: Paper, should be put to the old paper collection point. Plastic packaging material and foils should be collected in the special collection containers.

Correct Disposal of this product

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

Service and Repair:

If the appliance must be repaired, please get in touch with your trader or with the manufacturer: