Breville BDF500 User manual

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BDF500
the Smart Fryer™
Instruction Booklet

CONGRATULATIONS
on the purchase of your new Breville
Smart Fryer™

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CONTENTS
4 Breville recommends safety first
6 Know your Breville
Smart Fryer™
8 Operating your Breville
Smart Fryer™
11 Cooking with your Breville
Smart Fryer™
17 Cooking techniques & tips
21 Care & cleaning
24 Recipes

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST
At Breville we are very safety conscious. We design and manufacture consumer products with
the safety of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition we ask that you exercise
a degree of care when using any electrical appliance and adhere to the following precautions.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
• Carefully read all instructions before
operating and save for future reference.
• Remove any packaging material and
promotional stickers before using the
deep fryer for the first time.
• Do not place the deep fryer near
the edge of a bench or table during
operation. Ensure the surface is level,
clean and free of water.
• Do not place the deep fryer on or near
a hot gas or electric burner, or where it
could touch a heated oven.
• Place the deep fryer at least 20cm
away from walls and curtains. Provide
adequate space above and on all sides
for air circulation around the deep fryer.
• Do not use on metal surfaces, for
example, a sink drain board.
• Always insure the deep fryer is properly
assembled before use. Follow the
instruction provided in this book.
• To protect against electric shock, do
not immerse cord in water or any other
liquid.
• Ensure the deep fryer is completely dry
and free of water before adding any oil.
• Extreme caution must be used when
the deep fryer contains hot oil or other
liquid. Do not move the appliance
during cooking. Allow the deep fryer to
cool before removing oil or other liquid.
• Solid oil products, such as butter,
margarine or animal fats of any kind
should not be used in the deep fryer
as they may overheat and cause a fire
hazard.
• Do not touch hot surfaces.
• At no time should the deep fryer be left
unattended when in use.
• The deep fryer will generate a lot of heat
and steam during and after the cooking
process. To prevent the risk of burns, do
not touch or block the steam ventilation
area on the lid. Remove lid to reduce
condensation build up.
• Take care when opening the lid. This
product generate heat and steam at
high temperatures, which will escape
immediately when the lid is opened.
Avoid touching hot surfaces.
• Do not place anything on top of the deep
fryer when the lid is closed, when in use
and when stored.
• Always switch the deep fryer off at the
power outlet, then unplug and allow to
cool, if appliance is not in use, before
cleaning, before attempting to move the
appliance, disassembling, assembling
and when storing the appliance.
• Keep the appliance clean. Follow the
cleaning instructions provided in this
book.
• Do not immerse the deep fryer control
panel, element or cord in water or any
other liquid.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR
ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
• Fully unwind the power cord before use.
• Do not let the power cord hang over
the edge of a bench or table, touch hot
surfaces or become knotted.
• To protect against electric shock do not
immerse the power cord, power plug or
appliance in water or any other liquid.
• The appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
• It is recommended to regularly inspect
the appliance. To avoid a hazard do not
use the appliance if power cord, power
plug or appliance becomes damaged in
any way. Return the entire appliance to
the nearest authorised Breville Service
Centre for examination and/or repair.
• Any maintenance other than cleaning
should be performed at an authorised
Breville Service Centre.
• This appliance is for household use only.
Do not use this appliance for anything
other than its intended use. Do not use
in moving vehicles or boats. Do not use
outdoors. Misuse may cause injury.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
• The installation of a residual current
device (safety switch) is recommended
to provide additional safety protection
when using electrical appliances. It
is advisable that a safety switch with
a rated residual operating current
not exceeding 30mA be installed in
the electrical circuit supplying the
appliance. See your electrician for
professional advice.
• The appliance is not intended to be
operated by means of an external timer
or a separate remote control system.

KNOW
your Breville Smart Fryer™

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A
FE E
KNOW YOUR BREVILLE SMART FRYER™
A. LCD display
Indicates time, temperature plus
preprogrammed cooking functions for
your favourite dishes.
B. Mesh filter
Filter to minimize cooking odours.
C. Cord storage
D. ‘Cool Zone’ technology
Debris falls into cooler oil, preventing
excess burning and extending oil life.
E. Cool touch handles
F. Large viewing window
B
C
D
E
G
G. Large 4 litre capacity
Easy to disassemble and clean. 1-1.2kg
recommended cooking capacity.
H. Stainless steel exterior
High quality stainless steel cooking
surface. Ideal for the professional cook.
I. Non-skid feet
J. Frying basket with fold down handle
Handle folds inside basket for easy
storage.
K. Powerful 2200 watt removable element
H
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OPERATING
your Breville Smart Fryer™

OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE SMART FRYER™
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STEP 1
Remove lid from the deep fryer by grasping
the handle on top and lift off.
STEP 2
The wire frying basket has a hinged handle
for compact storage. Remove the basket
from the deep fryer. Extend and lock the
basket handle into position by squeezing the
two handle prongs together, pull back and
lock behind the two wire supports extending
from edge of basket.
STEP 3
Lift the control panel with attached element
upwards and away from the deep fryer.
STEP 4
Remove the inner frying bowl by grasping
the rim and lifting upwards.
STEP 5
To reassemble the deep fryer, reverse steps
1-4.
WARNING
When assembling your deep fryer for
use, please ensure the narrow tongues
in the control panel are inserted into the
corresponding grooves of the deep fryer
body. The deep fryer will not operate
unless correctly assembled.
BEFORE FIRST USE
Remove any promotional materials and
packaging materials before use. Wash the
lid, removable inner bowl, stainless steel
outer body and wire frying basket in hot
soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe
the element with a soft, damp cloth and dry
thoroughly. Reassemble and ensure the bowl
is completely free of water before adding
any oil.
1. Place the deep fryer on a dry, level
surface. Ensure the deep fryer is not too
close to the edge of the bench top, and
that the power cord or basket handle
does not extend over the edge.
2. Remove the frying basket from the deep
fryer and add oil to the bowl. Do not
add less than the minimum level mark
(2.5 litres) or exceed the maximum level
mark (4 litres).
IMPORTANT
NEVER exceed the maximum level mark
with oil (maximum is 4 litres). This
product must be filled with oil to the
exact marked level. The product will be
severely damaged if heated without oil
in the frying bowl.
3. Replace the lid.
4. Plug in the power cord. Ensure cord
is fully extended. Switch on at power
outlet and the deep fryer will beep once
for self checking, the display panel will
illuminate with white background light.
The deep fryer enters COOK mode.

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OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE SMART FRYER™
5. To change temperature format, press
and hold the SCROLL/SELECT knob
for three seconds. If the temperature
format is set to Celsius, it will change to
Fahrenheit after pressing the SCROLL/
SELECT knob for three seconds. Change
the format one time per command.
To change the format again, release
the knob, and again press and hold
the SCROLL/SELECT knob for three
seconds.
NOTE
When the deep fryer is switched off
at the power outlet and then switched
back on, the cooking temperature
format display will default to the last
selected format, Celsius or Fahrenheit.
STAND BY MODE
When the deep fryer remains inactive for
10 minutes, it will enter stand by mode. The
white backlight will turn off and STANDBY
will display. The fryer will come out of stand
by mode by pushing any button or turning
the SCROLL/SELECT knob and then is
ready to start a cooking operation.

COOKING
with your Breville Smart Fryer™

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COOKING WITH YOUR BREVILLE SMART FRYER™
COOK MODE
When the unit is turned on the first
selection available is cooking mode.
The display panel options will be
The default cooking mode will be
Selecting a different cooking mode will
change the time and temperature settings.
As each mode is selected, the times and
temperatures will update to show the default
time and temperature for each menu item.
The time and temperature in every mode
can be adjusted.
Turn the knob clockwise to scroll down
and anticlockwise to scroll up. Push the
SCROLL/SELECT knob to select a mode
and to move on to the next setting.
FRESH/FROZEN Setting
For CHIPS, FISH, NUGGETS, CALAMARI,
the next setting will be FRESH or FROZEN.
Highlight the desired option. The selected
option will display and the unselected
option will disappear. The FRESH/FROZEN
setting will automatically adjust the time
and temperature.
Time Setting
If cooking time is to be adjusted for a
selected cooking mode, push the
SCROLL/SELECT knob to move to the time
setting. Then turn the knob to adjust to the
time desired.
Initially the time will be displayed in
Minutes and Seconds and will be adjusted
in 30 second increments. Once the time
reaches 9 minutes 30 seconds, the time will
show in minutes only (the display will read
:10 MIN at 10 minutes). At this stage time
will change in 1 minute increments.
After the cooking mode has been selected,
the program will move onto the next
setting. To get back to the mode menu, the
SCROLL/SELECT knob must be pushed to
cycle through the other settings until the
program returns to the mode menu.
Temperature Setting
If temperature is to be adjusted for a
selected cooking mode, push the
SCROLL/SELECT knob to move to the
temperature setting. Then turn the knob
to increase or decrease the temperature.
Temperature can be adjusted in 5 degree
increments for both Celsius and Fahrenheit.

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COOKING WITH YOUR BREVILLE SMART FRYER™
START/CANCEL BUTTON
Press the START/CANCEL button to
confirm the chosen settings. When START/
CANCEL is pushed, the elements will turn
on, the display will turn orange, HEATING
will display and the actual temperature of
the oil will show. Pressing this button again
will cancel any operation and turn off the
elements. The HEATING display will turn
on whenever the elements are turned on.
Ready for Frying
Once the oil has been heated to the set
temperature the HEATING display will turn
off. Time, Temperature, the selected cooking
mode, PRESS TIMER and FRESH or
FROZEN will display. Place the basket with
food into the oil. Push the TIMER button to
start the timer. PRESS TIMER display will
disappear.
Completed Frying
When the timer has finished counting down
the fryer will beep. PRESS TIMER will
display. Push the TIMER button to reset for
cooking or START/CANCEL to turn off the
elements.
Note on adjusting temperature or time
during cooking
The set temperature can be adjusted during
the heating process. Press the SCROLL/
SELECT knob so that the arrow indicates
temperature. Turn the SCROLL/SELECT
knob and the display will change from
the actual temperature of the oil to the set
temperature. Turn the knob to adjust the
temperature and then press to confirm the
new temperature.
The set time can be adjusted during cooking
operation. Press the SCROLL/SELECT knob
so the arrow indicates time. Turn the knob to
adjust the time. Press the SCROLL/SELECT
knob to confirm the new time.
TIMER BUTTON
After the oil is heated, press the TIMER
button to start the timer.
Once the timer has finished counting down,
the alarm will sound. Push the TIMER
button to stop the alarm.
NOTE
When the timer finishes counting
down, the elements will not turn off.
They will remain on until the
START/CANCEL button is pushed.
When the timer is set but not started, PRESS
TIMER will display. As soon as the TIMER
button is pushed, the PRESS TIMER graphic
will disappear.
NOTE
If the TIMER button is pushed
without a set time instead of the timer
counting down it will count up to show
how long the ingredients have been
cooking.
NOTE
When the timer is counting up or
down and is pushed once, it will pause.
It will continue counting if pushed
again. To reset push the TIMER button
twice in rapid succession (double
click).

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COOKING WITH YOUR BREVILLE SMART FRYER™
Twice Fried Chips
When TWICE FRIED CHIPS mode is
selected and confirmed by pressing the
SCROLL/SELECT knob, 1ST FRY/2ND FRY
displays.
1. Select 1ST FRY by highlighting and
pressing SCROLL/SELECT knob to
confirm. 1ST FRY flashes to indicate it is
the selected option. Once the selection
has been confirmed, the unselected
option display turns off. After TWICE
FRIED CHIPS and 1ST FRY have been
selected, the fryer will automatically set
the time and temperature.
NOTE
For TWICE FRIED CHIPS, FRESH is
the only available option as frozen
chips have been precooked.
2. Start the heating process by pushing the
START/CANCEL button. The display
will turn orange to indicate heating.
TWICE FRIED CHIPS, FRESH, 1ST FRY,
HEATING and the actual temperature of
the oil will be displayed.
The deep fryer will now preheat the oil.
Once the deep fryer has reached the
correct temperature, the deep fryer will
beep once to indicate it is ready to cook.
PRESS TIMER will display.
3. Lower the basket of fresh chips into the
oil and press the TIMER button. When
the TIMER button is pressed, the timer
will start to count down, and the cooking
process begins.
NOTE
The fryer is programmed to heat to
the correct overshoot temperature
because when the cooler chips are
lowered into the oil, the temperature
of the oil will fall. The overshoot
temperature ensures that the chips
cook at the optimal temperature,
even after they initially cause the oil
temperature to drop.
When the timer finishes counting down,
the alarm will sound to signal the end of
the cooking cycle. PRESS TIMER, TWICE
FRIED CHIPS, 1ST FRY and FRESH, the
time and temperature will be displayed.
4. Push the TIMER button to stop the
alarm and raise the basket. The deep
fryer will automatically begin to reheat.
Once the deep fryer has reached the
correct temperature, it is ready to
proceed.
NOTE
In TWICE FRIED CHIPS mode it
is possible to adjust the timer and
temperature once the timer has
started but it is not possible to switch
between 1ST FRY and 2ND FRY
At this point, the fryer is able to proceed to
either the 2ND FRY or to another 1ST FRY
of a second batch of chips, depending on
the total quantity to be fried. TWICE FRIED
CHIPS, FRESH, FIRST FRY, PRESS TIMER,
the time and cooking temperature display.
NOTE
If a second batch of chips is to be
cooked, Breville recommends to 1ST
FRY both batches and then proceed
to the 2ND FRY for both batches.
This process means less heating and
cooling of oil, providing better results
and is more time efficient.

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Proceeding to 2ND FRY
1. Empty the contents of the basket onto
a plate lined with paper towel to cool
slightly.
2. Push the SCROLL/SELECT knob.
1ST FRY starts to flash and 2ND
FRY is displayed. Turn the SCROLL/
SELECT knob to highlight 2ND FRY.
2ND FRY starts to flash to show it has
been highlighted. Press the SCROLL/
SELECT knob to confirm. 1ST FRY will
now disappear. The deep fryer will move
to the heating stage until the correct
temperature is reached. TWICE FRIED
CHIPS, FRESH, 2ND FRY, HEATING
and the actual temperature of the oil will
show.
When the oil has reached the correct
temperature, PRESS TIMER will display.
3. Fill the basket with the 1st fried chips.
Lower the basket into the deep fryer and
press the TIMER button. PRESS TIMER
will disappear. The timer will begin to
count down. When the timer finishes
counting down, the alarm will sound
to signal the end of the cooking cycle.
PRESS TIMER displays.
4. Press the TIMER button and raise the
basket. Allow to drain and cool, then
turn out into a lined bowl.
Repeating 1ST FRY with new batch of
fresh chips
1. Empty the contents of the basket onto a
plate lined with paper towel to cool.
2. Follow the instructions for 1ST FRY
above.
Custom Mode
The CUSTOM cooking mode has a default
setting of 5:00 minutes and 160°C. This
can be changed by turning the SCROLL/
SELECT knob to CUSTOM and then
changing either the time or temperature or
both. If the default setting in customer mode
are changed, the deep fryer will remember
the last settings that have been selected,
even after being unplugged.
NOTE
During and immediately after
cooking, steam may rise through the
filter vent openings in the lid. This is
normal, however avoid touching this
area during cooking to prevent steam
burns as the steam generated is at a
high temperature.
As the basket gets very hot, only use
the handle to hold or carry the basket
for serving. Ensure the basket handle
is locked into position.
Solid oil products, such as butter,
margarine or animal fats of any kind
should not be used in the deep fryer
as they may overheat and cause a fire
hazard.
Water and oil do not mix – never add
any water or other liquid to hot oil.
Even small amounts of water will
cause the oil to splatter.
The deep fryer will generate a lot of
heat and steam during and after the
cooking process. To prevent the risk
of burns, do not touch or block the
steam ventilation area on the lid.
Extreme caution must be used when
the deep fryer is filled with hot oil or
other liquid. Do not move the deep
fryer during cooking and allow it to
cool before removing oil.

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NOTES

COOKING TECHNIQUES
& TIPS

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COOKING TECHNIQUES & TIPS
Foods should be crisp when deep fried.
If results are soggy, the oil isn’t hot enough.
This can be attributed to one or more of the
following:
• Not enough preheating time
• Temperature too low
• Too much food in the basket (do not fill
more than two thirds full)
• Do not use solid frying oil, only use
liquid oils
• Use good quality liquid oil. For best
results, use the below recommended oils.
The most suitable oil for deep frying
include:
All oils have different smoke points.
Smoke points are the point at which the fat
begins to break down into visible gaseous
products..
• The smoke point of different fats is
determined by the free fatty acid content
of the fat. Generally, the lower the free
fatty acid content the more stable the fat
and the higher the smoke point.
• Free fatty acid levels are generally lower
in refined vegetable oils with a smoke
point of around 230˚C. Where as animal
fats are around 190˚C.
• The smoke point of a deep-frying fat
is lowered every time it is used. Food
particles are always left behind after
cooking will also lower the smoke point
of the fat.
• Suitable oils for deep frying include:
Peanut oil, Vegetable oil, Canola oil,
Safflower oil and Rice Bran oil. Olive
oil is not recommended for deep frying
due to its low smoke-point temperature.
These oils are described below:
PEANUT OIL
Peanut oil is obtained from the kernels
of the ground nut or peanut. It has a
delicate flavour, nutty odour and has a high
smoke point. Peanut oil is high in mono-
unsaturated oil and vitamin E.
VEGETABLE OIL
A general term that refers to a blend of oils
extracted from various seeds and fruits.
Vegetable oil has a very mild flavour and
aroma. It is low in cholesterol and saturated
fats.
CANOLA OIL
Made from seeds of the canola plant. It is
relatively low in saturated fats, contains
Omega 3 fatty acids and has a bland, neutral
flavour.
SAFFLOWER OIL
The oil is extracted from the seeds of the
sunflower plant. It is pale yellow in colour
with virtually no flavour Sunflower oil is
high in polyunsaturated fats and low in
saturated fats.
RICE BRAN OIL
The oil is extracted from the germ and husk
of rice. It has a mild, nutty flavour and high
smoke point. It is high in vitamin E and
antioxidants.

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COOKING TECHNIQUES & TIPS
Method for the perfect chip
1. Peel and cut potatoes into an even 1cm
thickness.
2. Soak in cold water overnight, changing
the water 2 or 3 times to remove the
starch.
3. Drain and dry thoroughly with paper
towel.
4. Preheat oil 130°C.
5. Fry in small batches (500g) for
5 minutes or until potatoes are cooked
but not coloured.
6. Remove and drain on paper towel.
Spread out chips to a single layer and
cool in refrigerator for 30-60 minutes or
until cold.
7. Increase oil to 190°C.
8. Fry in small batches (500g) for
6 minutes or until crisp and golden.
Remove and drain on paper towel.
9. Season with sea salt flakes.
Types of potatoes that make the most
succulent chip include the following:
Bintje
Kennebec
Red rascal
Sebago
Russet
King Edward
When should I change the oil? What
should I look for?
It is recommended to change the oil every
week if deep fryer is used every day.
If using once or twice a week, the oil can be
changed every three weeks.
There are distinct indicators that will show
you when your oil is no longer deep frying
effectively. These include:
• The surface of the oil will begin to foam
once heated.
• Smoke will appear on the surface of the
oil before the recommended deep frying
temperatures are reached.
• Oils can develop an ‘off’ smell. This
indicates that the oil has become rancid.
• The oil’s odor is that of the foods you
have cooked eg seafood.
• The oil will change in viscosity, that is, it
will pour slowly and become thick with a
syrupy appearance.
Storage and preparation of used oil
Re-using your oil is best achieved if proper
methods are used after and during cooking.
1. Never season or salt food before or
during cooking as it will burn and
discolour the oil. This in turn shortens
the lifespan of your oil.
2. Cool oil completely before pouring
through a coffee filter or cloth to remove
food solids and debris.
3. Store in a sealed container either in the
refrigerator or in a cool dark cupboard.
4. Repeat the filtering and cleaning process
after each use.
5. Properly dispose of old used oil
according to council requirements.