Breville VDF064 User manual

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black compact
deep fryer
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product safety
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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 product and its cord out of reach of children aged
less than 8 years. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be
done by children.
This product must be positioned on a stable surface with the
handles positioned to avoid the spillage of hot liquids.
Surfaces of the product are liable to get hot during use.
Never operate the product by means of an external timer or
separate remote-control system.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualied persons
in order to avoid a hazard.

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product safety
!Never use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. This appliance is for
household use only. Do not use this appliance outdoors.
!Always ensure that hands are dry before handling the plug or switching on the
appliance.
!Always use the appliance on a stable, secure, dry and level surface.
!Ensure the appliance is switched off and unplugged from the supply socket if it is
left unattended, when it is not in use or before cleaning. Never leave the appliance
unattended when it is in use.
!Always allow the appliance to fully cool down before cleaning or storing.
!Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped, if there are any visible signs of
damage or if it is leaking.
!Never immerse any part of the appliance or power cord and plug in water or any other
liquid.
!Never let the power cord hang over the edge of a work top, touch hot surfaces or
become knotted, trapped or pinched.
!Do not touch the external surfaces of the appliance during use as they may become
very hot.
!Only use spares or accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer.

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features
1 Temperature control
Allows you to choose the desired frying temperature. The control is marked in
degrees Centigrade (ºC)
2 Power indicator (red)
Lights up when your fryer is connected to the mains supply.
3 Lid release button
Press the lid release button to open the lid.
4 Handle release button
Lets you raise or lower the handle.
5 Frying basket
Allows food to be lowered and raised from the fryer easily.
6 Lid
Removable lid for easy cleaning
7 Viewing window
Allows you to keep an eye on your food during frying.
8 Body
Cool wall body.
9 Ready-to-cook indicator (green)
Lights up when your fryer is heating up; goes out when your fryer is ready to use.
10 Carrying handle
The carry handles allow your fryer to be moved easily.

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Due to our policy of continuous improvement, the actual product may differ slightly from the one illustrated in these instructions.
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before using your fryer
Before use
Do not immerse any part of the main body, mains lead or plug in water or any
other liquid.
Before using your fryer remove all packaging, promotional materials and stickers.
Remove all printed documents. Check that there is no packing around or under the frying
basket.
• Wash the basket and basket handle in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Wipe the interior and exterior of the main body and lid with a damp cloth. Dry
thoroughly.

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filling your fryer with oil
Make sure your fryer is switched off, cooled down, and unplugged from the
mains supply socket before lling with oil.
IMPORTANT! Never plug in or switch your fryer on without cooking oil in the bowl.
We recommend that you use a good quality oil in your fryer.
Always use sunower oil, vegetable oil or corn oil. Never use hard fats, olive oil or oil with
a high water content. Do not use butter or margarine.
If the oil has been previously used, check the condition of the oil and replace as
necessary. Oil needs to be replaced after 8-10 uses or as required. Do not mix different
types of oil together.
1. Open the lid and remove the basket from your fryer.
2. Pour oil (see page 10 for recommended types) into the frying bowl up to the MAX
mark indicated on the inside of the bowl. Do not ll above the MAX mark or below the
MIN mark.
Handy Tip: Don’t throw the empty oil bottle away. You can use this to dispose of or
to store the used oil once it has cooled—see page 16.

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Always use your fryer on a stable, secure, dry and level surface.
Allow adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation.
Do not allow the appliance to touch any ammable material during use (such as
curtains or wall coverings).
Care is required when using the appliance on surfaces that may be damaged by
heat. The use of an insulated pad is recommended.
1. Open the lid by pressing the lid open button.
2. Check the oil level and rel or top up if neccessary.
3. Raise the frying basket by lifting the basket handle to the horizontal position until the
handle release button clicks.
4. Plug your fryer into a suitable mains supply and switch the socket on.
5. The red power indicator light will illuminate.
6. Close the lid then turn the temperature control dial to the desired temperature setting.
The oil will now start to heat up and the green temperature indicator will illuminate.
7. When the oil has reached its set temperature, the green temperature indicator will
go out. This light will cycle on and off during cooking as the thermostat regulates the
temperature. The red power indicator will remain on.
8. Your fryer is now ready for use.
using your fryer

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using your fryer
Frying
HOT OIL CAN SCALD AND CAUSE SERIOUS BURNS! NEVER drop or tip
food into the bowl. NEVER put your hand or any other body part into the hot oil.
ALWAYS keep your hands and face away from rising steam or spitting oil.
1. With the basket in the raised position, add the food.
2. Close the lid until it clicks.
3. Pull the handle release button backwards with your thumb and gently lower the
basket into the hot oil.
4. When the food is cooked, raise the frying basket by lifting the basket handle to the
horizontal position until the handle release button clicks. This will allow excess oil to
drain from the food.
5. Open the lid by pressing the lid release button. Beware of spitting oil and rising steam
as you open the lid.
6. Lift the basket out of the fryer and place it onto a drip tray and/or kitchen paper.
Note: Battered or coated food may stick to the frying basket. To prevent this, use a
slotted spoon to lift the food away from the mesh straight after the basket has been
lowered into the oil.
After frying
Once you have nished using your fryer turn the temperature control dial fully
anticlockwise. Unplug your fryer from the mains supply socket.
Close the lid and allow the oil and your fryer to completely cool before moving or cleaning
your fryer. Always use the carrying handles when moving your fryer. Never attempt to
move your fryer using the lid or body.
We recommend that once the oil has cooled completely, it is best to remove the oil from
your fryer and to clean the appliance before storing.

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Recommended types of oil
Oils recommended for use in your fryer include:
• Sunower
• Vegetable
• Groundnut
• Rape seed
• Corn
Oils and fats not recommended:
• Hard fats or solid
• Olive oil (any type)
Always use the recommended (MAX) quantity of oil when deep frying. Never exceed this
amount, and never use the fryer without any oil in it. Always ll above the MIN mark with
oil before using the fryer.
Utensils
Select your cooking utensils carefully. Do not use utensils which may melt (e.g. plastic).
Take care when using metal utensils as not to damage the heating element. Also metal
handles might get hot. Use oven gloves, or buy utensils with insulated handles.
Suitable utensils include metal or heat resistant plastic, slotted spoons, slotted sh slices,
or tongs.
Not suitable: wooden or plastic non-heat resistant utensils, knives or other sharp
implements.