GT-DFK3-02uk - Deep fryer Ambiano - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Deep Fryer
Brand	Ambiano
Model	GT-DFK3-02uk
Dimensions (W x D x H)	30 x 25 x 20 cm (approx.)
Weight	2.8 kg
Power Supply	220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	1800 W
Oil Capacity	2.5 L
Food Capacity	1 kg (approx.)
Temperature Control	Adjustable thermostat, 150°C - 190°C
Safety Features	Auto shut-off, cool-touch handles, non-slip feet
Main Functions	Deep frying with oil filtration system
Cleaning	Removable oil container, dishwasher-safe parts
Maintenance	Replace oil regularly, clean filter monthly
Spare Parts Availability	Replacement baskets and filters available from Ambiano service center
Repairability	Serviceable by authorized technicians only
Certifications	CE, RoHS compliant

Frequently Asked Questions - GT-DFK3-02uk Ambiano

What type of oil should I use in my Ambiano GT-DFK3-02uk deep fryer?

Use high-quality vegetable oil, canola oil, or peanut oil. Avoid olive oil due to low smoke point.

How much oil does the fryer hold?

The oil capacity is 2.5 liters. Do not exceed the MAX fill line.

Is the frying basket dishwasher safe?

Yes, the removable basket and oil container are dishwasher safe. Allow them to cool before cleaning.

How do I clean the permanent oil filter?

Remove the filter and wash it with warm soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and let it dry completely before reinserting.

What should I do if the fryer doesn't heat up?

Check that the appliance is plugged in and the thermostat is set above the current temperature. If it still doesn't heat, contact Ambiano customer service.

Can I fry frozen foods directly?

Yes, but shake off excess ice and lower the basket slowly to prevent oil splatter. Reduce frying time slightly.

How often should I change the oil?

Change the oil after 8-10 uses or when it becomes dark and smells rancid. For best results, filter oil after each use.

What is the maximum temperature setting?

The adjustable thermostat goes up to 190°C. For most foods, 170-180°C is recommended.

Does the fryer have an automatic shut-off?

Yes, the fryer features auto shut-off to prevent overheating. It will turn off if the temperature exceeds the set limit.

Where can I get replacement parts?

Replacement baskets, filters, and other parts are available through the Ambiano service center. Visit the official website or call customer support.

USER MANUAL GT-DFK3-02uk Ambiano

Scope of supply

1 Deep fryer
2 Frying basket handles
3 Small frying baskets
4 Large frying basket
- User manual/Warranty Card

Contents

Scope of supply 2

General....4

Read and keep user manual .... 4

Explanation of symbols....5

Safety....6

Intended use....6

Safety instructions....6

Initial use....12

Check scope of delivery....12

Prior to initial use....13

Set up appliance....14

Assembly 14

Attach frying basket handle to frying basket....14

Removable lid....15

General information about deep frying....16

Oils and fats for the deep fryer 16

Oils and fats after use....16

Low-acrylamide preparation....17

The correct frying temperature....17

Use....19

Pour oil/fat out of the frying tank 21

Cleaning and storage 22

Cleaning....22

Storage....23

Troubleshooting 23

Technical data....24

Conformity declaration....24

Disposal....24

General

Read and keep user manual

This user manual contains important information on startup and handling.

Before using the deep fat fryer, read the user manual carefully. This particularly applies for the safety notes. Non-observance of this user manual may cause personal injury or material damage.

This user manual is based on the valid standards and rules in the European Union. Please also note the country-specific directives and laws abroad.

Keep the user manual for future use. If you pass this appliance on to third parties, please be absolutely sure to include this user manual. These User Manual can also be downloaded from our website as a PDF file at www.gt-support.de

Explanation of symbols

The following symbols and signal words are use in these operating instructions, on the product or on the packaging.

WARNING!

This signal symbol/word indicates a hazard with a medium degree of risk, which could lead to death or serious injury if it is not avoided.

CAUTION!

This signal symbol/word indicates a hazard with a low degree of risk, which could lead to minor or moderate injury if it is not avoided.

Hot surface! This symbol identifies hot surfaces in operation – do not touch with bare hands.

NOTE

This signal symbol/word warns of possible material damage.

This symbol gives you useful additional information about assembly or operation.

CE Conformity declaration (refer to “Conformity declaration” section) Products that are marked with this symbol fulfil all applicable Community regulations of the European Economic Area.

Safety

Intended use

This appliance is exclusively suitable for frying foods in standard household quantities and may only be used indoors.

The appliance is exclusively intended for private use.

Only use the appliance as described in these operating instructions.

Any other use is regarded as inappropriate and may lead to material damage or even to personal injury.

Never use the deep fryer for heating up water or other liquids.

The manufacturer or retailer assume no liability for damage, which is caused by inappropriate use, improper repairs, prohibited modifications or use of prohibited accessories or spare parts.

The deep fryer is not suitable for the commercial sector, e.g.:

• in kitchens for employees or shops, offices and other commercial areas,
  • in agricultural premises,
• by customers in hotels, motels or other residential facilities.

Safety instructions

Electric shock hazard!

Faulty electrical installation or excess mains voltage may result in electric shocks.

• Only connect the appliance, if the mains voltage of the socket matches the specification on the rating plate.

• Only connect the appliance to an easily accessible socket, so that you can disconnect it from the power supply quickly in case of a malfunction.

• Do not use the appliance if it, the power cable or the power plug show visible damage or if the accessories are very dirty.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not open the housing, leave any repair to specialists. For this, contact the manufacturer at the service address stated on the guarantee card.
• Do not put any metallic or other items in the openings of the appliance. Only use the included accessories as intended.
• Electrical and mechanical parts are in this appliance, which are essential for protection against hazard sources.
• This appliance is not intended to be operated with an external time switch or separate remote-control system.
• Keep the appliance, the power cable and the power plug away from water and other liquids, as well as from open fire, heat sources and hot surfaces.
• Never hold the appliance and power plug with wet hands.
• Never pull the power plug out of the socket using the power cable, always hold the power plug.
• Never use the power cable as a carrying handle.
• Install the cable, such that it does not become a trip hazard.
• Do not kink the power cable and do not lay it over sharp edges.
• Never store the appliance such that it may fall into a tub or sink.
• Never reach for the appliance if it has fallen into water. In such a case, immediately disconnect the power plug.

- Always switch the appliance off and remove the power plug from the socket, if:

• You are not supervising the appliance or you are finished with the preparation,
• You are not using the appliance, are cleaning it or
• during a thunder storm or if a fault occurs.

WARNING!

Fire hazard!

If you use adapter plugs or extension cables, which exceed the maximum current, a fi re may occur.

- Only use adapters and extension cables, which comply with the valid safety regulations and which do not exceed the maximum current.

WARNING!

Fire hazard!

Do not melt any blocks of fat in the deep fat fryer.

- Due to hot spots, which occur as long as the fat is not yet completely covered in the frying tank, the heating element may become damaged or a fire may occur! Melt the fat beforehand in a sauce pan or similar.

WARNING!

Fire hazard!

Never extinguish oil/fat fi res with water.

• Old or dirty oil/fat may ignite itself due to overheating.
• Disconnect the power plug and smother burning oil/fat with a blanket.

WARNING!

Hazards for children and persons with impaired physical, sensory or mental abilities or a lack

of experience and knowledge!

Children and persons with physical or mental impairments do not recognize the danger, which may occur when handling this appliance. The consequence of this may be accidents with serious injuries.

• This appliance shall not be used by children from 0 year 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 power cord out of the reach of children. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children.
• Children must not play with the device.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended during operation.
• Always disconnect the power plug from the power supply before assembling, dismantling or cleaning the appliance.
• Disconnect the power plug from the power supply after each use. Wait until the device has been completely cooled down.
• Do not let children play with the packaging film. They may become caught in it while playing or pull it over their head and suffocate.

WARNING!

Injury hazard!

Hot surface! Parts of this appliance become very hot during operation. Improper handling may lead to serious injuries.

• Parts of the appliance become hot during use. Do not touch these, in order to avoid burns.
• To prevent injuries, hair, jewellery and clothing must not come into contact with the appliance, when it is in operation.
• Do not use the appliance if one of the parts is defective.
• Also inform other users about the hazard.
• During the frying process, hot steam escapes, particularly if the lid is opened. Ensure that you use kitchen gloves and do not bend over the appliance.
• Ensure that all parts are completely dry before putting oil or liquid fat into the deep fat fryer. Water residues vaporise explosively and the hot oil/fat is sprayed.
• Prior to frying the food, dry it off thoroughly, in order to avoid hot fat/oil spraying out.
• Remove the frost and ice pieces from frozen foods. The more ice is still on the foods, the more the hot oil/fat will spray.

WARNING!

Injury hazard! Serious burns may occur when coming into contact with hot oil/fat.

• Place the appliance on an easily accessible, level, dry, heat-resistant and sufficiently sturdy work surface, in order to avoid spilling the hot liquid. The work surface should be insensitive to spraying fat.
• Do not position the appliance at the edge or on the corner of the work surface.
• Do not move the appliance during operation. Wait until the appliance has cooled down completely.
• Keep power cable away from children. Children may pull on it and spill the hot oil/fat.

NOTE

Risk of damage!

Improper handling of the appliance may lead to overheating and damage.

• Never operate the appliance without oil/fat. The appliance may overheat. This may damage the heating coil and the non-stick coating and smoke may develop. In this case, open the windows and ventilate the room thoroughly.
• Never fill the oil/fat more than up to the MAX mark and never less than up to the MIN mark in the frying tank. Each time you switch it on, ensure that sufficient oil/fat is available.
• Do not place the appliance under a hanging cupboard or in a corner. Ensure that the appliance has open space above it.
• Do not place any items on the appliance.
• If necessary, place a non-slip base under the rubber feet of the appliance, as surfaces are treated with various detergents and may attack and dissolve some of the constituent substances of the rubber feet.

Initial use

Check scope of delivery

NOTE

Risk of damage!

If you open the packaging without due care and attention using a sharp knife or other pointed objects, the appliance may become damaged.

• Proceed carefully when opening.
• Remove all parts of the appliance and the operating instructions from the box and remove the protective films.
• Check whether the delivery is complete (see Scope of supply).
• Check whether the individual parts are damaged. If this is the case, do not use them. For this, contact the service address stated on the guarantee card.

Prior to initial use

WARNING!

Electric shock hazard!

Never immerse the deep fat fryer into water or another liquid and never rinse with water or detergents!

NOTE

Do not use any abrasives and solvents or sharp-edged items.

1. Prior to initial use, rinse the large frying basket 4 of the appliance, both of the small frying baskets 3 and the frying basket handles 2 with lukewarm water and dry the parts off carefully.
2. Open the lid by pressing the release button 5.
3. Wipe the inside of the frying tank 6 with a damp cloth. Then, wipe off the lid and housing.
4. Dry all parts off thoroughly.

Set up appliance

Place the appliance on an easily accessible, even, dry, heat-resistant and sufficiently sturdy work surface. The rubber feet on the underside provide a secure grip.

Assembly

CAUTION!

Ensure that the deep fat fryer is NOT connected to the power supply during assembly.

The deep fat fryer is equipped with a large frying basket and with two small frying baskets. The frying basket handles can be attached to the small or large frying basket, as required.

Larger quantities can be fried in the large frying basket, in both of the small ones, either smaller quantities or two different foods can be fried.

Attach frying basket handle to frying basket

The attachment is identical for both frying basket handles (see Fig. B).

B

1. Insert the angled ends into the lugs on the frying basket.
2. Push the handle against the basket as far as it will go.

Removable lid

WARNING!

Injury hazard! Never remove the lid if the oil/fat is still hot.

i

The lid 7 of the deep fat fryer is removable.

C

1. Gently pull the opened lid towards you to the left and right at the height of the hinges and remove it upwards.

General information about deep frying

Oils and fats for the deep fat fryer

Only use “non-foaming” oils or fats, which are suitable for deep frying. Never mix any oil or fat varieties. Excessive foaming may occur.

Frying oil or liquid frying fat is recommended for use in this deep fat fryer.

You may also use solid frying fat, but it must be melted in a saucepan on the stove or melted in a water bath in an appropriate container before filling it onto the frying tank.

Oils and fats after use

For hygiene reasons, you should store oils and fats in the refrigerator after cooling them down. It is best to use a glass container for this.

Do not store the used oil or fat in the deep fryer.

1. First of all, let the hot oil or fat cool down in the deep fryer (do not allow the fat to solidify).
2. Line a sieve with a layer of paper towel and sieve the lukewarm oil or fat through it. If you are mainly preparing chips with the deep fat fryer and the oil or fat is sieved after each use, you can use it 10 to 12 times, but not for longer than six months.
   Please also always note the instructions on the packaging.

Do not mix fresh and used oil.

Replace the oil or fat, if it foams during heating, develops a strong taste or odour or if its becomes dark and viscous.

To use it again, melt the solidified fat with the glass container in a warm water bath before pouring the fat into the deep fryer.

Low-acrylamide preparation

Acrylamide is suspected of being a carcinogenic substance, which increases dramatically when heating foods containing starch to over 175\ °C .

Therefore, e.g. do not fry chips at a temperature of more than 175\ °C . Fried food should not be served brown, only “golden yellow”.

The correct frying temperature

The following table shows examples of which foods are cooked at which temperature and for which duration.

If the instructions on the packaging of the fried food differ from this table, please follow the instructions on the packaging.

Dry off wet foods before they are immersed in the hot frying liquid.

This avoids spraying on the one hand, while the fried food forms an even crust, on the other hand, and accordingly absorbs less fat.

Deep-frozen foods should always be slightly thawed and dried off, in order to remove the surface moisture.

Avoid salting and seasoning prior to frying: Salt promotes the migration of water out of the inside of the surface of the food and the formation of toxic substances.

Prior to immersing breaded foods, e.g. schnitzel, loose crumbs should be removed from the fried food. Small pieces will otherwise burn quickly in the frying liquid and therefore accelerate the spoilage.

With meat or fish that isn't breaded, no acrylamide is created, a higher temperature setting (approx. 190 °C) is also appropriate for this.

Food Temperature	(approx.)	Time in minutes
Hamburger (frozen) 150 °C 3 - 5 minutes
Pork chops (breaded) 150 °C 15 - 25 minutes
Chicken portions(large pieces)	150 °C 10 - 18 minutes
Chicken portions(small + medium-sized pieces)	150 °C 8 - 18 minutes
Chips (frozen) Not more	than 170 °C	Not longer than approx. 4 minutes
Scampi (fresh) 130 °C 3 - 5 minutes

The values provided in the table are the times/temperatures provided in the table are for guidance only and relate to a quantity of approx. 300 grams. Depending on the condition of the foods, the times may vary.

The frying baskets may be filled to a maximum of the MAX mark applied to the inside. An approximate guide regarding which foods should be fried at which temperature is provided by the illustrations next to the temperature control dial 8:

130 ^° C150 ^° C

Prawns

Chicken

Chips (fresh)

Fish

As the temperatures can vary in the appliance, these values are only approximate. For a more accurate guide, we would advise the use of an appropriate kitchen/cooks thermometer.

Use

WARNING!

Only connect the deep fat fryer to the power supply before the heating process.

Electric shock hazard! Ensure that the power cable cannot come into contact with the hot parts of the deep fat fryer.

1. Open the lid by pressing the release button 5.
2. Remove the frying basket/the frying baskets, if necessary.

3. Fill the dry and clean frying tank 6 with oil, liquid or melted fat (approx. 4 l oil or approx. 3.5 kg solid fat).
   Pay attention to the MIN and MAX marks 9 in the frying tank. Do not exceed the MAX mark during filling and do not fall below the MIN mark.

4. Close the lid 7, by folding it down.

5. Make sure that the on/off switch 10 is pressed in position and the temperature control dial 8 is turned counter-clockwise to MIN.
6. Connect the power plug to the power supply.

E

1. Press the on/off switch 10 to position I and turn the temperature control dial 8 to the required temperature.

The red indicator lamp 12 shows the connection to the power supply.

The green indicator lamp 11 lights up, when the pre-selected

temperature is reached. Afterwards, the lamp goes out and lights up again after a short time = compensation of heat loss.

The lid and the housing of the deep fat fryer become very hot during operation. Use kitchen gloves, if you are inserting or removing a basket.

Prepare the fried food before/during the heating-up process (also refer to GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT DEEP FRYING).

1. After the green indicator lamp 11 lights up for the first time, you can fry the food.

Burn hazard! Never lean over the appliance if the oil/fat is hot. The rising hot air or sprayed oil/fat may cause burns.

1. Open the lid by pressing the release button 5.

2. Immerse the filled frying basket carefully and slowly into the oil/fat and immediately close the lid.

indicator lamp up process starts again.

11 goes out after a short time and the heating-

Check the cooking process through the viewing window 13. If you want to stop the frying process, turn the temperature control dial 8 anti-clockwise to MIN and press the on/off switch 10 to position 0.

1. Remove the power plug from the socket.

Burn hazard! Never touch the frying basket after frying. It is hot! Only lift the frying basket out of the frying tank using the frying basket handles!

1. Open the lid and carefully lift the frying basket. Hang the basket on the designated brackets at the edge of the appliance, so that surplus fat can drain off.

2. After draining off, carefully remove the frying basket from the deep fat fryer.

3. Close the lid and allow the oil/fat to cool off completely.
4. Line a bowl with paper towel and put in the fried food.
5. Allow the fat/oil to cool down, to avoid spilling liquid fat/oil.

Pour oil/fat out of the frying tank

Pour the cooled oil or liquid fat through a sieve, in order to remove food particles from the oil (see under Oils and fats after use). Store the oil in a suitable container in a cool place, e.g. refrigerator.

F

1. Open and remove the lid (see Removable lid below).
2. Pick the appliance up using the side handles 14 and pour the oil or liquid fat over the marked corner into an appropriate container (see under Oils and fats after use).

Cooking fats or oils should never be poured down a sink or toilet. Find out about the disposal of cooking oils or fats from your local authority. Disposal is often not permitted with household waste.

Cleaning and storage

Cleaning

WARNING!

Electric shock hazard!

Prior to cleaning, switch off the appliance and remove the power plug from the socket.

Never immerse the deep fat fryer into water or another liquid and never rinse with water or detergents!

NOTE

Do not use any abrasives and solvents or sharp-edged items!

Allow all parts to cool off before cleaning. Thoroughly clean accessories after use, so that residues do not dry on.

1. Open and remove the lid (see Removable lid below).
2. Remove the frying baskets, if necessary, and remove the frying basket handles (see under Attach frying basket handle to frying basket). The procedure is in the reverse order.
3. Clean the frying baskets, the handles and the lid in warm water with a mild detergent. Rinse everything off thoroughly with clear water.
4. Dry the lid off thoroughly and place it upright on its side, so that any water remaining inside can drain out. The lid must be completely dry before reuse!
5. Remove the fat residues in the frying tank with an absorbent household cloth or sponge.
6. Clean the housing and the frying tank using a damp cloth. If required, put a mild washing-up liquid on the cloth. Then, wipe thoroughly using a cloth that is only moistened with water, so that no washing-up liquid residues remain in the frying tank. Dry the housing off thoroughly after each use.

Storage

The power cable can be wound around the cable bracket on the back of the appliance to save space.

1. Remove the frying basket handles, if necessary.
2. Line the frying tank with paper towel and place it inside the large frying basket.
3. Place both frying basket handles inside it and then put both of the small frying baskets on top.
4. Close the lid.

Store the appliance and accessories in a dry place that is protected from dust, out of the reach of children.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause and rectifi cation
The appliance is not working.orThe red indicator lamp (power connection) is not lit up.	The appliance is not connected to the power supply.- Connect the appliance to the power supply.
	The appliance is damaged.- Stop using the appliance and contact the service centre, see guarantee card.
	The on/off switch 10 was not pressed.- Press switch.
	The overheating protection was triggered.- Always switch the appliance off at the on/off switch 10 and remove the power plug from the power socket. Allow the device to cool off.
The green indicator lamp 11 is not lit up.	The set temperature of the oil/fat is not yet reached.- Wait until the required temperature is reached.

Technical data

Model: GT-DFK3-02-UK

Supply voltage: 230 V\~, 50 Hz

Power consumption: 2000 W

Oil capacity: approx. 4 l

Solid fat capacity: approx. 3.5 kg

Conformity Declaration

The conformity of the product with the legally prescribed standards is guaranteed. You can find the full conformity declaration on the Internet at www.gt-support.de

Disposal

Disposal of packaging

Dispose of the packaging such that it is correctly sorted. Submit cardboard and card to waste paper and foils to the recycling collection.

Disposal of old devices

(Applicable in the European Union and other European states with systems for separate collection of recyclable materials)

Old appliances should not be disposed of with household waste!

Should the Deep Fat Fryer no longer be useable, dispose of it in accordance with the regulations in force in your city or county. This ensures that old appliances are recycled in a correct manner and also rules out negative consequences for the environment. For this reason, electrical equipment is marked with the symbol shown here.

Great care has gone into the manufacture of this product and it should therefore provide you with years of good service when used properly. In the event of product failure within it's intended use over the course of the first 3 years after date of purchase, we will remedy the problem as quickly as possible once it has been brought to our attention. In the unlikely event of such an occurrence, or if you require any information about the product, please contact us via our helpline support services, details of which are to be found both in this manual and on the product itself.

Appliances can be used by persons 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.

PRODUCED IN CHINA FOR:

ALDI STORES LTD. PO BOX 26, ATHERSTONE,

WARWICKSHIRE, CV9 2SH.

ALDI STORES (IRELAND) LTD.

PO BOX 726, NAAS, CO. KILDARE.

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