homechoice Matera User manual
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Matera 4 Litre Deep Fryer
instruction manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Matera 4 Litre Deep Fryer. Please read through this manual
before connecting and operating this product. Keep this manual for future reference.
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Guarantee
This homechoice appliance carries a 12-month guarantee against mechanical and
electrical failure. The guarantee starts from your invoice date and is valid for a full year.
On delivery of this appliance, it is imperative to ensure that all necessary features/
accessories are included. If anything is missing or faulty, it must be reported immediately
and returned within 14 days of receipt.
Important:
Please ensure that you:
1 Keep the original packaging
2 Keep your original invoice (as well as a copy)
3 Keep this guarantee
If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to call us on 0861 466324. If
the device is faulty and still within its warranty period, please SMS ‘RETURN’ to 072 595
6743 and we will call you back. Or contact on of our agents on 0861 466 324 (South
Africa) or +27 21 680 1300 (outside of South Africa).
Please note:
This guarantee does not apply where the product has been damaged, either deliberately
or by accident, misused, altered or tampered with by any unauthorised person.
This guarantee does not apply if the product is put to commercial use or is insect infested.
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Important Safeguards
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions before operating.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs if applicable.
3. Remove all packaging plastics and other materials from unit before operating.
4. Wash all removable accessories before using for the rst 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.
8. Allow to cool before putting on or taking o parts.
9. 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.
10. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
11. Do not use outdoors.
12. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
14. Always attach plug to appliance rst, then plug cord into wall outlet. To disconnect,
turn any control to OFF position, then remove plug from wall outlet.
15. Oversized foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in the appliance as they may
cause a re or risk of electrical shock.
16. A re may occur if the appliance is covered or touching ammable material including
curtains, draperies, walls and the like when in operation.
17. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break o the pad and touch
electrical parts, involving a risk of electrical shock.
18. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of other
material other than metal or glass.
19. Do not store any materials other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories in
this unit when not in use.
20. Do not place any of the following materials in the unit: Paper, cardboard, plastic
and/or similar non-food materials.
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This product is for household use only!
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Know Your Deep Fryer
1. 3 fry baskets
2. Cool Touch lid with double lter and window
3. Heating element with temperature controls
4. Power and Heat lights
5. Temperature control
6. Removable enamelled oil tank
7. Handles
8. Cool Touch base
Deep Fryer Control
Ready Indicator Light
NOTE - The light will icker ON
and OFF as the thermostat
maintains the correct
temperature
of the oil.
Temperature Control Knob
Settings from 240°F to 375°F
Power Indicator
Light
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Recommendations
1. Always place the deep fryer on a stable surface and keep all ammable materials
away from the unit during operation.
2. Make sure that the deep fryer is never near or on a switched-on stove or cooking
surface.
3. Before you use the deep fryer it must be lled with the required amount of oil or fat.
4. Never use the deep fryer without oil or fat because this could damage the unit.
5. Never move the deep fryer during use. The oil becomes very hot. Wait until the unit
and the oil have completely cooled down before moving.
6. This deep fryer is protected with a thermal safety device which switches the machine
o automatically if it overheats.
7. Never immerse the appliance in water.
8. Never leave the deep fryer unattended while in use.
9. Always ensure the safety of children if they are near the deep fryer.
10. 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.
11. Be sure not to damage the heating element. (Do not bend or dent)
12. The electrical component is required with a safety heat switch, which ensures that
the heating element can only function when the element is correctly placed on the
fryer.
13. In the case of overheating, the thermal protective device will switch o the fryer
automatically. This device is a small red button found either on the underside
of the electrical component, or in the cord storage compartment. It can be
re-activated by pushing the button in again with a pointed object (e.g. a pen).
**Disconnect from power outlet before re-activating!
Preparing Your Fryer
Before using for the rst time
• Remove all printed documents and any other packaging materials.
• Pull out all removable parts and wash gently with hot water.
Do not immerse the power cord and Control Box Assembly & Heating Element of the
deep fryer into any liquids.
• Dry all parts thoroughly before assembling.
• Do not operate the fryer without enough oil in the oil tank.
• The Deep Fryer should always be placed on a at and stable surface where the
power cord is out of reach from children and away from accidental entanglement.
Tips
• When you fry several dierent kinds of food, always fry the food that uses the lowest
temperature setting rst.
• Do not mix dierent types of oil for frying.
• Frying already pre-cooked foods may take less time to fry than completely raw food.
• Replace the oil after each 10-15 uses; or earlier if the oil becomes brown and thick.
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Safety Tips
• This deep fryer is only suitable for use with oil or liquid fat and not for use with solid
fat. If solid fat is used, water can become trapped inside and the hot fat may
spurt out with considerable force.
• Never switch on 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.
Operating Instructions
• Make sure the Deep Fryer is UNPLUGGED.
• Assemble the control box into the oil pan. Make sure the control box is secured
properly and the small red safety switch is activated otherwise the fryer will not
power on properly.
• Remove the frying basket and allow it to hang and rest on the back side of the oil
pan.
• Use only good quality frying oil such as Peanut oil, Vegetable oil, pure Corn oil,
Sunower oil, Canola oil or Light Olive oil. (Recommended not to mix oil)
• Fill oil into the oil container approximately between the MIN marking and the MAX
marking.
• Do not ll over the MAX marking or lower than the MIN marking.
• Make sure the temperature control knob is set to the OFF or 0 position.
• PLUG the power cord into an outlet.
• Move the thermostat knob to desired temperature setting according to the
particular recipe you are using. The RED and the GREEN indicator light will turn on.
• While the oil is preheating, prepare the food that is going to be fried.
• When the oil has reached the set temperature, the GREEN light will turn o.
• NOTE: The GREEN ready light will cycle On and O to maintain the set temperature.
The RED power light will remain illuminated throughout use.
• When placing the food into the basket, make sure it is as dry as possible. Do not add
water, ice or wet food as it may cause HOT OIL SPLATTER.
• When frying frozen food, clear o any ice particles and thaw food thoroughly.
• Do not overll the basket.
• Lower basket of food into hot oil and cover fryer with the lid.
• Cover with lid.
Warning: do not touch the control knob during the frying process. Hot steam may be
released and may cause injury.
• When food has nished drying, remove the lid. Lift the basket up slowly out of the hot
oil and place the basket on the drain support located on the back of the fry basket.
• After the excess oil has drained, place the food on a paper towel lined baking sheet
to allow any remaining oil to drain away.
• If you are frying more than one load, ensure the oil re-heats to the required
temperature.
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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.
Food Temp. °C Weight
(ounces) Estimated time
Shrimp 140° 8 3-5 minutes
Onion 140° 5 3-4 minutes
Mushrooms 140° 10.5 6-8 minutes
Fish Fillet 150° 8 5-6 minutes
Fish Fillet in batter 150° 14 6-8 minutes
Fish Cakes or Balls 150° 14 6-8 minutes
Sliced Meat 170° 14 7-10 minutes
Steak 170° 14 7-10 minutes
Chicken Strips 180° 18 7-10 minutes
French Fries (1st time) 190° 18 6-10 minutes
French Fries (2nd time) 190° 8 3-5 minutes
*French Fries being fried a 2nd time will be lighter and crispier.
After The Food Is Fried
1. Make sure to turn the temperature control knob to the OFF position and unplug the
deep fryer.
2. Once food is done cooking, remove the lid, and hang the
basket on the hook and let excessive oil drip into the oil pot.
Warning: Removing the lid will release hot steam. Take extreme care when
handling. Keep face and bare skin clear of the steam release.
3. Take out the basket and place the food on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Do not
touch the basket while it is still hot. Always use the handle.
4. After the excess oil has drained, place the food on a paper towel lined baking sheet
to allow any remaining oil to drain away.
5. Place the basket into the deep fryer.
6. Do not move the deep fryer until it is cooled entirely.
7. Unplug the power cord and store away.
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Cleaning The Deep Fryer
1. Remove the lid and basket.
WARNING: Before cleaning the deep fryer, make sure that it is disconnected from
the power outlet and make sure the unit and the oil has 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.
2. Wait for the fryer to cool, lift out the Control Box Assembly & Heating element.
3. Remove the oil pot and pour out the oil. It is recommended to lter the oil after each
use if you are to re-use the oil.
4. After removing the oil pot, the fryer can be divided into several separate assemblies to
clean.
5. The oil pot and the body can be immersed into water to clean.
6. The Control Box & Heating Element should be wiped clean with absorbent
paper towels. Then use a damp cloth and a mild soap to clean.
WARNING: Do not immerse the Control Box & Heating Element into water to clean.
7. Dry all parts thoroughly.
Note: Do not use abrasive scrubbing brushes or chemical cleaners to clean the unit.
How to replace the lters
Your carbon lter should be changed every 6 months. The oil lter should be changed
every 12 months.
1) Unclip and remove the lter cover.
2) Take out both white and black lter pieces.
3) Throw out old lters and replace with new lters. Make sure the white lter piece
rests on the metal surface BELOW the carbon lter (black piece).
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