Troubleshooting - Oster CKSTDF1111 Instruction Manual

• When frying foods with strong flavor and/or aroma like fish or chicken, use the oil only
once.
• Filtering the oil with a cooking oil filter or fine-mesh strainer can keep it fresher.
Although storing oil in a refrigerator may extend the life of the oil, this should never
be done. This process of chilling oil then bringing the oil to room temperature causes
excessive splattering during the heat up process.
• Store the covered oil in a cool dark place, for up to three months. Check the oil before
using for color, smell, or excessive foaming. Discard the oil if it shows any of these
qualities.
t rO uBL e sHOOtING
PRobleM
Fryer not
operating
Oil spills over
Food greasy or
not crisp
Unpleasant smell Oil not fresh
Lid does not
open
cause
Control Panel assembly not
seated properly
Power Strip not installed correctly
Not turned ON
Not plugged in
Overheat reset button has
been triggered.
Outlet not energized
Oil Reservoir over filled
Too much water in food
Food batches too large
Food batches too large
Oil temperatures too low
Using wrong type of oil
Lid not assembled properly
solution
Reinstall Control Panel
assembly
Reinstall Power Strip
Turn Timer Control
Knob to ON
Insert Power Cord into fryer
socket, then insert plug into
outlet
Press to reset the overheat
button on the rear wall of the
control panel.
Check fuses or circuit breaker
Remove excess oil (when
cool) (Fill between "MIN" and
"MAX" marking.)
Dry food with paper towels
Use less food in basket
Use less food in basket
Increase oil temperature
Use good vegetable oil (See
TIPS FOR OIL USE)
Replace oil
Insert lid vertically ensuring
metal wire is securely inserted
into the metal bracket on the
base of the unit
9