Elite Gourmet EDF1550 - 1.5 Qt. Electric Immersion Deep Fryer Manual

Before operating your new appliance, please read all instructions carefully and keep for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

The Elite Brand takes consumer safety very seriously. Products are designed and manufactured with our valued consumers' safety in mind. Additionally, we ask that you exercise a level of caution when using any electrical appliance by following all instructions and important safeguards.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed as below:

1. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs if applicable.
2. This appliance produces heat. Do not use appliance on any surface that may be sensitive to heat damage.
3. Remove all packaging plastics and other materials from unit before using.
4. Wash all removable accessories before using for the first time.
5. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or appliance itself in water or other liquids.
6. Close supervision is necessary when appliance is used by or near children.
7. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
9. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
10. Do not place the following materials in the unit: paper, plastic cardboard, or similar non-food materials.
11. Some countertop and table surfaces, such as Corian^®, wood, stone and/or laminates, are not designed to withstand prolonged heat generated by certain appliances. It is recommended by countertop manufacturers and Maxi-Matic that a hot pad or trivet be placed under your Elite deep fryer to prevent possible damage to the surface.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
14. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
15. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn control(s) to OFF position, then remove plug from wall outlet.
16. Oversized foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in the appliance as they may cause a fire or risk of electrical shock.
17. A fire may occur if the appliance is covered or touching flammable material including curtains, draperies, walls and the like when in operation.
18. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, involving a risk of electrical shock.
19. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of a material other than metal or glass.
20. Always place the deep fryer on a stable surface and keep all flammable materials away from the unit during operation.
21. Make sure that the deep fryer is never near or on a switched-on stove or cooking surface.
22. Before you use the deep fryer it must be filled with the required amount of oil or fat. **Never use the deep fryer without oil or fat because this could damage the unit.
23. If the deep fryer and/or cord are damaged, they must be repaired by a professional service department. Do not try to repair the unit yourself or replace the damaged cord. This requires special tools. Always contact our Customer Service Department for replacement parts.
24. The oil level must always be between the MIN and MAX markings.
25. If the fryer has a removable pot, never remove it while the deep fryer is on.
26. The cooking times are given as guidelines only.
27. The oil must be filtered regularly and changed after 8 to 12 uses.
28. If you use solid vegetable shortening, cut it into pieces and melt it over slow heat in a separate pot beforehand, then slowly pour it into the deep fryer pot. Never pour shortening directly into the deep fryer pot or basket as this will lead to deterioration of the appliance.
29. Before you use the deep fryer it must be filled with the required amount of oil or fat. **Never use the deep fryer without oil or fat because this could damage the unit.
30. Do not overload the basket. For safety reasons never exceed the maximum quantity.
31. Never move the deep fryer during use. The oil becomes very hot. Wait until the unit and the oil has completely cooled down before moving.
32. This deep fryer is protected with a thermal safety device which switches the machine off automatically if it over heats.
33. Extreme caution must be used when moving fryer containing hot oil. Be sure handle is properly assembled to basket and locked in place. See detailed assembly instructions.
34. Never immerse the appliance in water.
35. Never leave the deep fryer unattended while in use.
36. Always ensure the safety of children if they are near the deep fryer.
37. In the case of overheating, the thermal protective device will switch off the fryer automatically.

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THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

SHORT CORD PURPOSE

Note: A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord.

Longer power-supply cords or extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.

If an extension cord is used:

1. the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the product;
2. the extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can unintentionally be pulled on or tripped over by children or pets.

POLARIZED PLUG

If this appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other), please follow the below instructions:

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If you are unable to fit the plug into the electrical outlet, try reversing the plug.

If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use the plug with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully inserted into the extension cord. Do not alter the plug of the product or any extension cord being used with this product. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

1. Oil Tank Cover
2. Viewing Window
3. Removable/Replaceable Filter
4. Fry Basket Handle
5. Fry Basket Rest Hook
6. Power/Ready Indicator
7. Temperature Control Knob
8. Wire Basket
9. Non-stick Oil Tank
10. Main Body Handle(s)
11. Main Body

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove all printed documents and packaging materials from the machine.
2. Pull out all removable parts and wash gently with hot water. Dry all parts thoroughly before assembling.
3. Do not operate the fryer without enough oil in the oil tank.
4. The Deep Fryer should always be placed on a flat and stable surface where the power cord is out of reach from children and away from accidental entanglement.

NOTE:
Do not immerse the Power Cord or Main Body of the deep fryer into any liquids.

TIPS:

1. When you fry several different kinds of food, always fry the food that uses the lowest temperature setting first.
2. Do not mix different types of oil for frying.
3. Frying pre-cooked foods may take less time to fry than completely raw food.
4. Replace the oil after each 10-15 uses or earlier if the oil becomes brown and thick.

1. THIS DEEP FRYER IS ONLY SUITABLE FOR USE WITH OIL
2. OR LIQUID FAT AND NOT SOLID FAT. IF SOLID FAT IS USED, WATER CAN BECOME TRAPPED INSIDE AND THE HOT FAT MAY SPEW OUT WITH CONSIDERABLE FORCE.
3. Never operate the deep fryer without oil or liquid fat, as this could damage the machine. Also, do not place any other liquids such as water or other substances in the pan. Place the deep fryer on a dry, stable surface. Since the deep fryer becomes hot during use, make sure that it is not too close to other objects.

HOW TO USE

ASSEMBLY

1. Make sure the Deep Fryer is unplugged when assembling.
2. Make sure the temperature control knob is set to the OFF or 0 position.
3. Place main body on a flat, stable surface.
4. Fill oil tank with oil to measure at or between minimum or maximum levels.
5. To assemble handle, squeeze tines of handle together and insert into bracket of the wire basket.
6. Place wire basket into oil tank and allow it to hang and rest on the backside of the oil tank.

NOTE:

• The oil level should always be between the MIN and MAX level of the Oil Tank. Do not exceed the maximum fill line as boiling oil may overflow during frying and can cause severe burns.
• Never use different types of oil at the same time as this may cause the oil to overflow.
• During the frying process, the oil temperature may drop when adding new food to be fried, the heat indicator light will periodically turn on and off.
• No matter what the recipe, food must be dried thoroughly before frying. Otherwise, the moisture may cause foaming of the oil and overflowing.

OPERATION

1. Plug the power cord into an outlet.
2. Turn the thermostat knob to desired temperature setting according to the particular recipe you are using, the indicator light will turn on.
3. While the oil is preheating, prepare the food that is going to be fried.
4. When the desired temperature has been reached, the heat indicator light turns off.
5. When placing the food into the basket, make sure it is as dry as possible. Do not add water, ice or wet food, it may cause HOT OIL SPLATTER.
6. When frying frozen food, clear off any ice particles and thaw food thoroughly.
7. Do not overfill the basket.
8. Lower basket(s) of food into hot oil and cover fryer w/ lid.
9. Remove food after desired cooking time has elapsed. Take care to remove foods before it starts soaking up too much oil.

Do not touch the control knob during the frying process. Hot steam may be released and may cause injury.

FRYING GUIDE

The frying times given in the chart are only a guide and should be adjusted accordingly to the quantity of food being fried.

AFTER THE FOOD IS FRIED

1. Make sure to turn the temperature knob to the '0' position and unplug the deep fryer.
2. Once food is done cooking, open the lid, and hang the basket on the hook and let any excess oil drip into the oil tank.
3. Remove the basket and place the food on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Do not touch the basket while still hot. Always use the handle.
4. Transfer food to a clean dish without the paper towels.
5. Place the basket into the deep fryer.
6. If you are frying more than one batch, ensure the oil re-heats to the required temperature.
7. When frying is complete, turn control to "0" position.
8. Disconnect the power cord. Allow the machine and the oil to cool completely before attempting to move or clean.

Removing the lid will release hot steam. Take extreme care when handling. Keep face and bare skin clear of the steam release.

PLASTIC LID

• When your deep fryer reaches high temperatures and the plastic lid is left on your deep fryer for a prolonged period of time, this may result in slight warping of the shape of the lid.
• Once the temperature has cooled down, the lid should reshape itself back to its original form.
• It is recommended to not leave the plastic lid on the deep fryer during operation for any longer than 10-minutes at a time.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

FILTERING AND STORING THE OIL

• You may store the oil in the fryer, or in a separate airtight container.
• Crumbs that break away from foods tend to burn and alter the quality of the oil more rapidly. Over time, this increases the risk of catching fire. For this reason, filter the oil regularly.
• To be sure to get good oil after filtering, it is recommended not to filter all the oil contained in the bowl, but to throw away all the crumbs that have stagnate at the bottom of the bowl. Leave the fryer with the oil in the bowl to cool completely before filtering the oil (2 hours).

• Before cleaning the deep fryer, make sure that it is disconnected from the power outlet, make sure the unit and the oil have completely cooled. Oil retains its temperature for a long period after use. Do not attempt to carry or move the deep fryer while the oil is hot.
• NEVER immerse the main body into water to clean.

CHANGING THE OIL

• Do not pour used oil into the sink. Allow it to cool, and throw it away with household waste according to the local community regulations.

HOW TO CLEAN

1. Always unplug your fryer and leave it to cool completely before cleaning it (approx. 2 hours).
2. Remove the wire basket.
3. Put the basket and basket handle in the dishwasher top rack or wash them with a sponge, warm water and a little dishwashing liquid.
4. Wipe the lid with a sponge soaked in warm water and a little dishwashing liquid. We recommend cleaning the viewing window after each use by wiping it with a sponge and fresh lemon juice. Allow the window to dry at room temperature or dry with a clean cotton cloth.
5. Dry all items carefully before replacing them.
6. If you do not keep the oil in your fryer, you can store the basket and the basket handle inside the fryer.

HOW TO REPLACE THE FILTERS

Your carbon filter (black piece) should be changed every 6 months. The oil filter (white piece) should be changed every 12 months.

1. Unclip and remove the filter cover.
2. Take out both white and black filter pieces.
3. Throw out old filters and replace with new filters. Make sure the White filter piece rests on the metal surface BELOW the carbon filter (black piece).

NOTE:
Filters can be gently rinsed in warm soapy water as well and reused again. But it will need to be replaced after considerable use.

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