Montgomery Ward Chef TESTED EDF-411T User manual

Instruction Manual
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Thank you for purchasing your Chef Tested®Triple Basket Deep Fryer by
Montgomery Ward®. Put through the paces by the experts, it will perform to
the highest standard, time after time, with all the convenience, easy clean-
up and durability you rely on from Wards.
We guarantee it!
Life is hectic, cooking shouldn’t be. At 4.0 quarts, this deep fryer has the
capacity for larger batches of your favorite foods, and the multiple baskets
give you the option to cook more than one item at a time. With dishwasher-
safe components, cleanup couldn’t be easier.
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PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR
TRIPLE BASKET DEEP FRYER
Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using this product.
WARNING: TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, ALWAYS MAKE
SURE THE PRODUCT IS UNPLUGGED FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET
BEFORE ASSEMBLING, DISASSEMBLING, RELOCATING, SERVICING OR
CLEANING
1. Do NOT touch hot surfaces. Use any handles or knobs. Use potholders when
removing cover or handling hot containers.
2. To protect against electrical shock, do not place cord, plug or appliance in water
or other liquid. Do not allow moisture to get inside the frying compartment.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
4. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before
moving, cleaning or removing parts.
5. Do NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free
customer service number for information regarding replacement or returning
the product.
6. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause personal injury or damage to the appliance.
7. Do NOT use outdoors.
8. Do NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
9. Do NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
10. Do NOT move the deep fryer during use.
11. Do NOT use appliance for other than intended use.
12. To disconnect, turn control to Off, then remove plug from wall outlet.
13. Do NOT overfill pot with oil. Fill only to the line shown inside the pot.
14. Always operate with lid in place.
15. When hot oil is in deep fryer, use EXTREME CAUTION when removing lid.
DANGER: STEAM ESCAPING FROM DEEP FRYER CAN CAUSE BURNS,
SCALDING & SERIOUS INJURIES.
16. Make sure handles are properly assembled on baskets and locked in place.
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Important Safeguards........................3-4
Polarized Plug ...................................... 4
Parts & Features................................5-6
Before Using for the First Time............. 7
Assembly Instructions........................... 7
How to Use........................................... 8
Cleaning & Care ................................... 9
Storage................................................. 9
Troubleshooting .................................. 10
Frying Guide ....................................... 10
Frying Tips.......................................... 11
Recipes..........................................12-17
Warranty & Return Information......18-19
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Important Safeguards
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THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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Parts & Features
Polarized Plug
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety
feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any
way.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
1. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may
be used if care is exercised in their use.
3. If a long detachable power cord or extension cord is used:
• The marked electrical rating of the detachable power supply cord or extension
cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
• If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be the same
type 3-wire.
• The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop
or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
MAGNETIC PLUG
This appliance is equipped with an easy breakaway magnetic plug.
PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the countertop or
tabletop or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coaster or place mats between the
appliance and the finish of the countertop or tabletop. Failure to do so may cause
the nish to darken. Permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
Important Safeguards (cont’d)
Control Panel
Timer
Temperature
Control Knob
Power ON Light
Temperature
Ready Light
17. This appliance has a built-in safety switch. If the control panel is not installed
properly on the housing unit, power will automatically be disengaged.
18. If the fryer is turned ON without oil or without the minimum amount of oil re-
quired, the deep fryer will automatically shut down to prevent the appliance from
overheating.
19. If either of these situations occur, allow the deep fryer to cool completely then
press the reset button on the control panel (see page 6).

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Assembly Instructions
Parts & Features (cont’d)
Prior to assembly, please read instructions “Before Using for the First Time.”
1. Place the housing unit on a stable, flat, heat-resistant and dry surface.
2. Insert the oil pot into housing unit.
3. Insert control panel with heating element by
lining up the guides on the control panel with
the tracks on the back of the housing unit.
You will hear a “click” when the control panel
is fully seated.
Note: Deep fryer will operate only when control
panel is properly installed.
4. Insert magnetic plug into the back of the con-
trol panel, making sure it is fully engaged in socket.
Note: Magnetic plug will only fit in the socket one way. Make sure to insert as
indicated “This side up.”
5. To assemble basket, pinch handlebars together and insert ends into brackets on
basket until locked in place.
CAUTION: Risk of suffocation - keep all packaging and plastic bags out of the reach
of children.
1. Remove all parts from the box and discard packaging.
2. Wash only the lid, oil pot and baskets in warm, soapy water. Do NOT use
abrasive cleansers.
NEVER immerse control panel with heating element in water.
3. Use a damp cloth to wipe down control panel with heating element and the
housing unit. Do not use an abrasive scouring pad or steel wool as this could
damage the finish.
4. Dry each component thoroughly inside and out before use. Make sure that no
moisture is left on any of the components.
Note: The first time you use the deep fryer you may notice a slight odor. This is nor-
mal with most new appliances.
Before Using for the First Time
1. Lid with viewing window & filter
2. Control panel with heating element
3. Detachable cord (not shown)
4. Oil pot
5. Housing unit
6. Fryer baskets
One large; two small
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Reset button
located on
control panel
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How to Use
Fill oil pot with approved, liquid cooking oil. Only fill to between MIN and MAX lines.
DO NOT OVERFILL. Capacity is 4.0 quarts.
1. Place deep fryer on a stable, flat, heat-resistant and dry surface.
2. Insert the desired size basket; both small baskets can be used at the same time
or the large basket by itself.
3. Fill the basket(s) no more than 2/3 full with food.
CAUTION: Do not overfill the basket(s).
4. Insert plug into electrical outlet.
5. Select desired cooking time; a green indicator light will illuminate to show the
timer has been set. A bell will sound when cooking time has elapsed.
6. Turn the temperature control knob to the desired temperature; the red indicator
light will illuminate. Once the proper temperature has been reached, the
red light will shut off.
Note: During cooking the temperature regulator will cause the temperature indicator
light to flicker on and off. This is normal operation.
7. Slowly lower the basket(s) into the hot oil.
Note: View foods through the lid window and avoid removing lid during cooking.
8. When food is done, remove the food and continue cooking additional food or
turn the temperature control knob to off if cooking is completed.
9. Tilt lid towards you, so that the steam escapes from the back. Carefully lift the
basket up and gently shake excess oil back into the oil pot.
10. Remove food to a plate covered in paper towels to soak up excess grease.
11. Allow unit to cool completely before moving or cleaning.
Important: If the fryer is turned ON without oil or without the minimum amount of
oil required, the deep fryer will automatically turn off to prevent the appliance from
overheating. If this happens:
1. Turn the temperature knob to the lowest setting.
2. Unplug the deep fryer.
3. Wait until the element cools down.
4. Use a pin or small screwdriver to push downwards on the reset button.
This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself.
Call our toll-free customer service number for information regarding returning or
replacing the product.
PRECAUTIONS
• Always unplug unit and allow to cool before cleaning.
• Always use handle on the basket(s) when removing from appliance.
• Use potholders or oven mitts to remove the oil pot from the housing unit once
cooled.
Cleaning
• Wipe inside of lid with paper towel to remove excess oil, then wash by hand in
hot soapy water or put in dishwasher.
• Wash basket(s) by hand inhot soapy water or remove handle and place basket only
in dishwasher.
• Carefully lift control panel with heating element upward allowing excess oil to
drip back into oil pot. Place on paper towels and gently wipe excess oil from
heating element.
• Lift oil pot out of housing unit and either cover and store oil or discard oil following
recommended disposal guidelines.
• If oil pot is empty, wash pot by hand in hot soapy water or by placing in dishwasher.
• Use a damp rag to wipe down exterior of housing unit and front of control panel.
NEVER IMMERSE THE CONTROL PANEL WITH HEATING ELEMENT IN
WATER OR PUT IN DISHWASHER.
NEVER PUT BASKET HANDLES IN DISHWASHER.
NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR SCOURING PADS TO CLEAN THE
HOUSING UNIT, AS THESE CAN DAMAGE THE SURFACES.
Cleaning & Care
TO STORE
Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing. Store appliance in a clean, dry
place. Never store it while it is hot or wet.
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• When frying different types of foods, always fry the foods with the lowest
temperature setting first.
• Do not mix different types of oils for frying.
• If solid shortening is desired for frying, melt shortening in separate pan
before adding liquid oil to oil pot. NEVER USE ANYTHING BUT LIQUID
OIL IN THIS UNIT.
• When frying frozen foods, remove any ice buildup before adding to
basket(s). Frying foods with ice or water buildup can cause hot oil to splat-
ter.
• When using oil more than once, it is recommended that you filter the oil
before each use.
• For best results, change oil after 20 uses or when oil becomes dark in
color.
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• Make sure food is sliced thinly and evenly for more even results.
• Shake off excess flour or breadcrumb coating to avoid buildup in oil.
• Frying pre-cooked foods will take less time than frying raw foods.
• When frying foods coated in batter, it is recommended that you lower basket
into oil and then carefully place battered food into oil. This will help avoid
foods sticking to the basket.
Frying Guide
Food Temperature (˚F) Quantity Time (minutes)
Shrimp 285˚8 oz. 3-5
Onion 5 oz. 3-4
Fresh potato chips 320˚1.25 lb. 7-8
Fish 16 oz.5-7
Vegetables 340˚ 8-10 pieces 2-3
Chicken drumsticks 3-5 pieces 12-15
Frozen French fries 350˚16 oz. 5
Chicken nuggets 355˚8-10 pieces 3-4
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Unpleasant odor The oil is old
The filter needs cleaning
Change the oil after 20 uses
or if extremely dark in color
Wash lid in dishwasher
Oil overflows the unit The amount of oil used
exceeds recommendation
The amount of food
in the basket exceeds
recommendation
Reduce the amount of oil in
the oil pot
Remove some of the food
from the basket(s)
Food is not crispy Cooking time too short
There is too much food
in the basket(s)
Adjust time accordingly
Only fill basket(s) 2/3 full
Potato chips are sticky Cut potato has not
been thoroughly
washed
Wash potato slices in water
before frying
Unit will not power on Safety switch has been
activated
Press the reset button on the
control panel
The table below is a general guideline. If the instructions on the package of the food
to be cooked differ from those in the table, always follow the instructions on the
package.
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Recipes
Recipes
BATTER RECIPES
Beer Batter
Mix 1½ cups of flour and 1½ cups of any kind of beer in a large mixing bowl. Cover
the bowl after mixing and allow the batter to sit at room temperature for
approximately 3 hours, then dip food into the mixture before frying*.
Egg Batter
Combine 2 egg yolks, ¾ cup of flour, 1½ teaspoons of vegetable oil, ½ teaspoon of
salt and 1 cup of milk. Mix thoroughly. Add more milk if desired to adjust the density
of the mixture, then dip food into the mixture before frying*.
Extra Crispy Coating
Beat together ½ cup of milk and 1 whole egg in a small mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, mix together ½ cup of flour and any of your favorite
seasonings such as salt, pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, etc. Dip desired
food into the wet mixture first, then dip into the dry flour mixture before frying*.
Breadcrumb Coating
Beat together 1½ teaspoons of vegetable oil and 2 egg yolks in a small mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, mix together ½ cup of breadcrumbs, ⅓cup of flour plus any of
your favorite seasonings such as salt, pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, etc. When
ready to fry, dip desired food into the wet mixture first, then dip into the dry bread-
crumb mixture before frying*.
* See tips for frying food with batter coating under Battered Food Frying Tips.
Beer Batter Fish Fillets
1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder ½tsp. dried dill weed
¾cup beer ½cup milk
2 eggs 2 lbs. cod fillets
2 qts. vegetable oil for frying
• In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, baking powder and dill. Add beer, milk and
eggs; mix well.
• Place fish fillets in batter mixture, coat well and let stand for 15 minutes.
• Heat deep fryer to 370° F. Place fish in hot oil and fry until golden brown.
• Cook fish in batches to maintain oil temperature. Serve.
Fried Chicken with Creamy Gravy
½cup milk 1 egg, beaten
1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tsp. garlic salt
1 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. ground black pepper
¼tsp. poultry seasoning 3 cups vegetable oil
1 cup chicken broth 1 cup milk
1 (4-lb.) whole chicken, cut into pieces
• In a medium bowl, beat together ½cup milk and the egg.
• In a resealable plastic bag, mix together the flour, garlic salt, paprika, pepper and
poultry seasoning.
• Place chicken in bag, seal and shake to coat. Dip chicken in milk and egg
mixture, then once more in flour mixture.
• In the deep fryer, heat oil to 365° F until ready.
• Place coated chicken in the hot oil and brown on all sides. Reduce heat to 325° F and
continue cooking chicken until tender, approximately 20 minutes. Remove chicken
from fryer and drain on paper towels.
• Reserve 2 tablespoons of the frying oil and place into a saucepan over low heat.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of the reserved flour mixture. Stirring constantly, cook about
2 minutes. Whisk in chicken broth.
• Stir in 1 cup milk and bring all to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly.
• Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes.
• Serve immediately with the chicken.
• Repeat with remaining batter.

Avocado Egg Rolls
Dipping Sauce
3–4 tsp. white vinegar 2 garlic cloves
1 tsp. balsamic vinegar 2 green onions
½tsp. tamarind pulp 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar
½cup honey 1 tsp. ground black pepper
1 pinch powdered saffron 1 tsp. ground cumin
½cup chopped cashews ¼cup olive oil
⅓cup fresh cilantro
Egg Rolls
1 large avocado, peeled, pitted & diced
2 Tbsp. sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
1 Tbsp. minced red onion
½tsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
1 pinch salt
3 egg roll wraps
1 egg, beaten
• Stir together vinegars, tamarind, honey and saffron in a microwave-safe bowl, and
microwave for one minute.
• Stir until tamarind is dissolved.
• In a blender, purée tamarind mixture, cashews, ⅓cup cilantro, garlic, onions,
sugar, pepper and cumin.
• Pour mixture into a bowl and stir in oil.
• Refrigerate until ready to use.
• Gently stir together avocado, tomatoes, onion, ½teaspoon cilantro and salt.
• Distribute filling evenly onto center of each egg roll wrapper.
• Position a wrapper so that a corner is pointing toward you; fold the bottom
corner up, ¼of the way over the filling.
• Brush remaining corners and edges of the wrapper with egg, roll up from side to
side, fold top corner over all and press to seal.
• Repeat with remaining wrappers.
• Continue by deep frying the egg rolls in 370° F oil for 3-4 minutes, until golden
brown.
• Drain on brown paper bags.
• Slice egg rolls diagonally across middle and serve with prepared dipping sauce.
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Corn Dogs
½cup yellow cornmeal ½cup flour
1 tsp. honey ½tsp. salt
1 egg, lightly beaten 6 skewers or sticks
6–8 hot dogs/Frankfurters 1 Tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. baking powder ½cup milk
1 Tbsp. melted shortening
• Combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, honey, baking powder and salt, mixing well.
• Add the milk, egg and shortening, mixing until very smooth.
• Pour the mixture into a tall glass. Put the frankfurters on sticks.
• Dip them into the cornmeal batter to coat them evenly.
• Deep fry in oil heated to 375° F until golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels.
Buffalo Wings
24 wings (4 lbs.) Salt & pepper (optional)
4 cups cooking oil ¼cup butter
2–5 tsp. hot sauce 1 tsp. white vinegar
• Cut off tips and separate wings at joint; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• Heat oil in deep fryer to 350° F.
• Add 12 wings and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• When wings are golden brown and crisp, remove and drain well. Add rest of
wings; repeat process.
• Meanwhile, melt butter in saucepan; add hot sauce and vinegar to taste. Pour
sauce over wings and mix well to cover.
• Serve with blue cheese dressing and celery sticks.
Golden Fried Onion Rings
6 med. mild white onions 11⁄8 cup sifted flour
½ tsp. salt 1 egg, slightly beaten
1 cup milk
• In the deep fryer, heat the oil to 350° F.
• Slice onion ¼"thick and separate into rings.
• Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl and stir just until dry ingredients are
moistened.
• Dip onion rings into flour mixture.
• Fry several at a time in a deep fryer until golden brown. Drain on paper towel and
sprinkle with salt.

Funnel Cake
2 cups flour ½tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder 2 eggs
1½cups milk
• Combine all the above ingredients and mix thoroughly to create batter.
• In the deep fryer, heat the oil to 350° F.
• Put batter in funnel (be sure to cover hole with one finger), then, holding the funnel
over hot oil (be careful of hot oil!), release some of the batter in a circular motion,
crisscrossing a couple of times to form one funnel cake.
• The funnel cake will rise quickly and expand - so be careful how much batter
you use.
• Cook to light golden brown and flip to cook on other side.
• Remove from oil and place on paper towels.
• Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve warm.
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Beignets (makes 2 dozen)
Vegetable oil for frying 1 cup all-purpose flour
4 tsp. sugar ¼tsp. nutmeg
1 cup water or milk ⅓cup butter
¼tsp. salt 1 tsp. vanilla extract
4 eggs, at room temp.
• In the deep fryer, heat the oil to 350° F.
• Combine the flour, sugar and nutmeg, and set aside.
• In a medium saucepan, heat water or milk over medium heat. Add the butter
and salt and whisk until butter is melted. Add the vanilla and mix. Then add
flour mixture.
• Stir briskly with a wooden spoon until mixture releases from the sides of pan
and forms a ball. Remove from heat and beat until slightly cool.
• Add eggs, one at a time, beating well. Using 2 tablespoons, shape dough into
an oblong shape and drop into hot oil.
• Fry 3 or 4 at a time, turning beignets as they rise to the surface. Fry 3 to 4
minutes, until golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with sifted confectioner’s sugar.
Churros
Vegetable oil for frying 1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup water 3 eggs
½cup margarine or butter ¼cup sugar
¼tsp. salt ¼tsp. ground cinnamon
• Prepare to fry the churros by heating oil in deep fryer to 360° F.
• To make churro dough, heat water, margarine and salt to rolling boil in 3-qt.
saucepan; stir in flour.
• Stir vigorously over low heat until mixture forms a ball, about 1 minute; remove
from heat.
• Beat eggs all at once; continue beating until smooth and then add to saucepan
while stirring mixture.
• Spoon mixture into cake decorator’s tube with large star tip.
• Squeeze 4"strips of dough into hot oil. Fry 3 or 4 strips at a time until golden
brown, turning once, about 2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
• Mix sugar and cinnamon; roll churros in sugar mixture.
Fried Green Tomatoes
3–4 lg. green tomatoes 2 cups flour
1 Tbsp. salt 1 Tbsp. pepper
1 Tbsp. seasoning salt 2 eggs
2 cups milk Oil for frying
• Cut tomatoes into almost ½"thick slices.
• Mix flour, salt, pepper and seasoning salt in one bowl.
• Mix eggs and milk in another bowl. Dip each tomato slice into the milk mixture,
then into the flour, back to the milk and then to the flour again, coating well.
• Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350° F and add battered tomato slices a few at a time,
and cook for 5 minutes or until golden brown.

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Returns
If any item, for any reason, does not meet your expectations, just return it to us.
We’ll gladly either:
• Refund your merchandise amount
• Credit your account
• Send a replacement
You may return any unused item in its original packaging within 60 days of its
receipt for a full refund of the purchase price (excluding shipping and handling
charges).
Please send returns to:
Montgomery Ward, Inc.
Attn: Customer Returns
2000 Harrison Suite 100
Clinton, IA 52732-6676
When returning an item:
• Use the original packaging and pack it securely.
• Please adequately insure your item in case you need to make a claim
with the carrier you choose for returning your item.
• Include your order number and reason for return.
• We recommend keeping the receipt for 4 weeks.
Montgomery Ward, Inc. warrants this Chef Tested product
to be free from defects in material and workmanship
for one year from provable date of purchase.
Within this warranty period, Montgomery Ward will repair or
replace, at its option, defective parts of this Chef Tested
product at no charge, provided the product is returned,
freight prepaid with proof of purchase to Montgomery Ward.
Allow 2–4 weeks for return shipping.
This warranty does not cover improper installation, misuse,
abuse or neglect on part of the owner. Warranty is also
invalid in any case that the product is taken apart or
serviced by an unauthorized service station.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and they may
vary from state to state.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE OF MERCHANTIBILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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