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is extremely hot and should not be touched. Slowly tilt
the cover back to an upright position being careful not to
touch hot surfaces. Then place the filled frying basket in
the removable pot so the basket handle is in the rim opening
at the front of the unit.
3. With your hand on the top of the cool-touch cover press
down to close it.
4. Slide the handle lock button on the basket handle toward
you and lower the handle. The basket will automatically be
lowered into the oil.
5. Begin timing. Refer to page 4 for recommended times.
During the first few minutes it is normal for steam to appear
on the viewing window. This will slowly disappear during
cooking if the window is kept clean between uses.
CAUTION: It is normal for steam to escape from the
cover vents during frying. To prevent steam burns keep
hands and face away from the vents.
6. When frying time has elapsed, lift up on the bottom of the
basket handle until the handle locks in the horizontal
position; this action will automatically raise the basket to
the drain position.
7. Depress the cover release button to open the cover. Allow
the steam to vent and then slowly tilt the cover back to an
upright position being careful not to touch hot surfaces. Check
that the food is golden brown. If more cooking time is needed,
close the cover and lower the basket into the oil using the
procedure in step 4.
8. Once the food is done, carefully lift the basket out of the
fryer. Then empty the food on absorbent paper. Season to
taste.
The handle lock button on the basket handle is for
lowering the frying basket into the hot oil. CAUTION:
Do not slide this button when removing the basket from
the fryer.
9. If frying additional food, close fryer cover and wait for
indicator light to go out. Then repeat steps 1 through 8.
Care and Cleaning
1. Unplug cord from wall outlet
and then from deep fryer and
allow oil and fryer to cool
completely with the cover
closed.
2. After unit has cooled
completely, using the two
handles on the removable pot,
lift the pot out of the deep
fryer.
3. If you plan to reuse the cooking oil, it is recommended that
you strain the oil to remove any food particles. Then store
the oil in a tightly sealed container and keep where it will
not be exposed to heat or direct light.
4. Wash the removable pot and frying basket with warm water
and a mild detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use
steel wool scouring pads or abrasive kitchen cleaners on
the removable pot or the cool-touch base. The frying basket
Fig. H
Gasket
Metal plate
and removable pot may be
washed in the dishwasher if
desired.
5. Never immerse the cool-touch
base in water or other liquid,
or wash in a dishwasher. Wipe
with a damp cloth to clean.
6. After each use, wipe the
inside of the fryer cover with
a damp cloth. The gasket may
be removed for cleaning.
Simply pull it off the metal
plate and wash in hot, soapy
water. For a more thorough
cleaning, remove the cover from the fryer base. With the
cover in the open position, simply lift it up (Fig. H).
Press the release latch on the filter cover (Fig. I) and remove
the filter. Wash the cover in hot, soapy water; rinse and dry.
Do not wash the cover parts in the dishwasher. Position the
cover on edge to allow water to drain out. Once the cover is
thoroughly dry, reattach it to the fryer base.
Always remove the filter before immersing the cover
in water.
7. Always be sure to clean and dry thoroughly the gasket in
the fryer cover to prevent it from sticking to the fryer base.
When reinstalling the gasket, start by examining the gasket.
Note that one side has a rounded enclosed edge and the
other side is flat and open. Next, lay the cover on the counter
so the metal plate is facing up. Then, position the gasket
around the metal plate so the flat side of the gasket is up
and the rounded portion is around the edge of the metal
plate. Note: If you notice excessive dripping from the cover
area during use, check to see that the gasket is installed
correctly.
Replace the gasket when it becomes hard, unusually soft,
deformed, cracked, worn, or pitted. Contact the Consumer
Service Department (see page 5).
8. Store the cord in a clean, dry location away from metal
objects. Always check the magnetic plug before use to
assure metal items have not become attached.
Replacing the Filter:
The mesh charcoal filter, which is located in the fryer cover, will
help absorb unpleasant frying odors. After about 10 to 15 uses it
will be necessary to replace the filter.
To replace the filter, push the release latch on the filter cover
away from the window (Fig. I). Remove the old filter and discard,
and replace with a new filter. Attach the filter cover and snap
into place by pushing the release latch down and towards the
window. Replacement filters may be purchased through the
Presto Consumer Service Department. Call 1-800-877-0441
(see page 5) or order on-line at www.GoPresto.com.
To help absorb odors, always use the deep fryer with the charcoal
filter in the cover.
Helpful Hints
If unit fails to preheat or if the cooking process stops, check
cord assembly to assure plug is properly attached to the
appliance (see Fig. G on page 2).
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Fig. I
Filter cover
Release
latch
Filter
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