Oster ODF 510 Technical specifications

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
lREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
Failure to follow these warnings and safety instructions may
result in death, serious personal injury and/or property damage.
WARNING
- Failure to follow these warnings and safety instructions
may result in burns or serious injury:
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DO NOT MOVE THE DEEP FRYER WHEN OIL IS HOT
OR DURING COOKING. Extreme caution must be used
when moving an appliance containing hot oil.
This appliance uses hot oil. Ensure the unit is placed in a safe
place while in use or while the oil is still hot. Ensure the cord
is not loose nor presents the possibility of someone
tripping over it.
Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is in use
or when the oil is hot.
This appliance must not be used by children. Close supervision
is always necessary when this or any other appliance is used
near children.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter,
or touch hot surfaces.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
Always use oven mitts when handling hot surfaces;
and allow metal parts to cool before cleaning.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts,
and before cleaning the appliance.
Do not operate this appliance without the
Removable Cooking Pot in place.
Do not use with an extension cord.
Handles must be properly assembled to basket and locked
in place. See detailed instructions.

WARNING - Failure to follow these warnings and safety instructions
may result in fire:
lDo not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service
facility or contact Customer Service at l-800-334-0759 for
examination, repair or adjustment.
lDo not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
lDo not place the appliance near a hot gas or electric burner
or in a heated oven.
lDo not place any items on top or next to this appliance at any
time. To prevent a fire, keep this appliance clear of contact with
any flammable materials including curtains, draperies, walls,
plastic materials, etc., at all times.
lDo not place any flammable materials in or close to the
Deep Fryer, such as paper, cardboard, plastic or flammable
substances.
lOversized foods must not be inserted into the Deep Fryer
as they may create a fire.
WARNING
- Failure to follow these warnings and safety instructions
may result in electric shock and may result in death or personal injury.
lDisconnect the Deep Fryer from the wall outlet when the unit is
not in use and before cleaning. NOTE: To disconnect, turn the
control to OFF, then remove plug from wall unit.
lDo not immerse the appliance or plug in water or
any other liquid.
lDo not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
lDo not use outdoors or for commercial purposes.
lDo not use this appliance for other than intended use.
lDo not clean with metal scouring pads or any abrasive materials.
(Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts resulting
in
,the risk of electrical shock).
SAVE AND READ
THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS UNIT Is INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Table of Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Learning About Your Deep Fryer . . . . . . . . 2
Deep Fryer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Preparation for First Time Use . . . . . . . . . . 4
Using Your Deep Fryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
After the Food Is Fried . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Cleaning Your Deep Fryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Cleaning the Lid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Taking Care of Your Deep Fryer . . . . . . . . .
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How To Replace the Filters. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Storing the Deep Fryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cooking Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Hints.............................11
Recipes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Index of Recipes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Warranty Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Congratulations on your purchase of
an OSTER@ Deep Fryer! Your Deep Fryer
includes the following technology
and features:
l Fryer Basket allows you to raise and
lower the basket from the oil and keep
food warm without further cooking.
l Fryer Basket Handle provides a safe way
to remove the basket from the Deep Fryer.
l Fully removable, non-stick Cooking Pot
for easy cleaning.
l Split Basket Cooking allows you to cook
two types of food at the same time
(Model ODF-520 only).
l Stainless Steel Tongs (Model ODF-520 only)
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t Your Deep Frver
1. Timer Control Knob - To pre-heat turn the knob
counter-clockwise to the ON position. Both the
Power Light and the Heating Light will turn on.
After the Heating Light turns off, rotate Timer
clockwise to the desired cooking time. See recipe
instructions for proper time selection.
2. Temperature Control Knob - Adjust the dial
thermostat to the desired temperature. See recipe
instructions for proper temperature selection.
3. Power Light - Indicates that main power is on.
4. Heating Light - Indicates that the Deep Fryer
is pre-heating. The light will turn off after
5. Lid Release Button - Press to lift the lid.
6. Basket Control Handle - Lift up to raise basket.
7. Basket Lowering Button - Push button when
basket is in the Deep Fryer to lower basket.
8. Viewing Window - Allows you to see cooking
food.
9. Filter Cover
10. Condensation Drip Tray - Located on backside
just below the lid. The lid is designed to channel
condensation that accumulates on the inside
of the lid to the back of the unit and into
the Condensation Tray.
11. Replacement Filter - Carbon activated filter
to reduce odors.
12. Removable Split Basket - Allows you to cook
two types of food at the same time
(Model O.DF-520 only).
13. Power Cord
14. Removable Cooking Pot
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FILTER CHARCOAL OIL
COVER FILTER FILTER TOP
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VIEWING
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POWER HEAPING
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Preparing To Use Your Deep Fryer for
the First Time
lIf you are using your Deep Fryer for the first time,
you must:
lRemove any stickers from the surface of the
Deep Fryer.
l Raise basket handle to the highest position.
Open the lid and lift the basket out of the fryer.
Remove all printed documents and any other
documents from the basket.
lClean the frying basket and cooking pot with
hot water, a small amount of dishwashing liquid
and a non-abrasive sponge or cleaning pad.
l Do not operate this appliance without
the cooking pot in place.
DO NOT IMMERSE THE BODY
OFTHE UNIT IN WATER.
l Dry the unit thoroughly before using.
l Select a location for the Deep Fryer. The location
should be on a flat counter where the plug will reach
an outlet.
Adjusting the Power Cord Length
Your Deep Fryer’s cord storage area allows you to adjust
the length of the power cord so that it is the exact length
you desire.
To Adjust the Length of the
Power Cord
Wrap the power cord around the cord storage posts
on the base of the Deep Fryer until you have just
the length you desire.
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sing Your Deep Frver
l Remove frying basket and set aside.
lUsing only a good quality vegetable oil, pure corn oil,
sunflower oil, canola oil or light olive oil for deep-frying,
fill the pot to a point between the MIN marking and the
MAX marking.
l Do not fill past the MAX marking.
l Wipe the inside of the viewing window with a little oil
to prevent condensation.
l Place food in basket. Model ODF-520 has a split basket
that allows you to cook two types of food at the same
time.
l Do not overfill the basket.
lPlace basket back in Deep Fryer and close the lid.
l Plug the Power Cord into outlet.
l Move Timer Control Knob to the ON position
and wait for the pre-heat light to turn OFF.
lAdjust the Temperature Control Knob to the desired
temperature. See recipe instructions for proper
temperature selection.
. When the desired temperature is reached,
the Heating Light will turn OFF.
l Press button on handle to slowly lower basket.
l Rotate Timer Control Knob to desired cooking time.
See recipe instructions for proper time selection.
l Timer will sound when desired cooking time is reached.
The Unit will shut off when the timer knob reaches
“OFF.”

1. Make sure to turn the unit to the OFF position
and unplug the Deep Fryer.
2. Once you are ready to enjoy the food, press the
Lid Release Button to open the lid.
WARNING: By pressing the Lid Release Button the
nit will release hot steam and de-pressurize the
Extreme care should be used to ensure
hands and face are clear of the appliance
3. Take out the basket and place the food on dishes
(or first place on a paper towel to help absorb
any excess oil that may remain on the outside
of the food).
The basket is very hot. Only carry
from the basket handle.
4. Place the basket back into the Deep Fryer.
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IoYour
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,1. Press the lid release button to fully open the lid.
\With one hand, gently lift one side and pull up
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to remove the lid.
cleaning the Deep Fryer, always
make sure that it is disconnected from the outlet.
Make sure the unit and the oil are completely cool.
Oil retains its temperature for a long period of time
attempt to move or carry the fryer
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I2. Remove the Basket.
3. Remove Cooking Pot and pour oil out when the fryer
has cooled (you may choose to use the frying basket
to bold a strainer/filter above your storage container
as you pour the oil through it). Make sure to snap
the lid back in place and close it. Oil should be
filtered after each use. After removing the oil,
the fryer should be wiped down with absorbent paper.
Then use a damp cloth and a little mild soap to clean.
It is recommended that you change your oil after
5 or 6 uses, or after 2 weeks of storage.
4. A Condensation Drip Tray has been designed
into the Deep Fryer and is located on the backside
of the unit just below the lid. The lid has been
designed to channel condensation that accumulates
on the inside of the lid to the back of the unit
and into the Condensation Drip Tray. To empty,
simply remove the Condensation Drip Tray
and dispose of the water inside.
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Wash the basket and pot with warm, soapy water.
Finally, use a dry cloth. Do not immerse the fryer
in water under any circumstances.
CAUTION: Do not use scrubbing brushes,
Cleaning the Lid
Press the lid release button to fully open the lid.
With one hand, gently lift one side and pull up
to remove the lid. The lid can be cleaned in warm,
soapy water or in the dishwasher.
CAUTION: Be sure to remove both filters
before cleaning the lid.
After drying the lid, make sure to snap it back
in place and close it.
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How to Replace the Filters
Your carbon filter should last about 6 months.
Your oil filter should last about one year.
After this time, you’ll need to replace them.
To order additional filters, please call
our Customer Service Line at 800-334-0759.
1. Unclip and remove the filter cover.
2. Take out both white and black filters
and dispose of them.
3. Place the new filters in, always making sure that
the white oil filter rests on the metal surface
below the carbon activated filter (black filter).
The replacement filter package will include 2 carbon
activated filters (black filter) and 1 white oil filter.
You will only need one of the carbon activated
filters at a time; make sure that you keep the second
filter inside the plastic bag closed. The carbon
activated filter needs replacement more often
than the white filter.
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St- Frver
Allow the appliance to cool completely before
storing. Store the Deep Fryer in a dry location.
The cord can be stored away on the Cord Storage
Area located on the bottom of the unit.
Keep cord out of reach of children.
If you experience difficulties when operating the
Deep Fryer, review the Troubleshooting information
in this section to find a solution. If you are unable
to find a solution, please call our Customer Service
Line at 800-334-0759.
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PROBLEM POTENTIAL CAUSES SOLUTION
<elease of unpleasant
odors
<elease of steam
‘ram under the edge
If the lid
‘ood remains soft and
s not crispy on outside
The charcoal filter
is saturated. Replace the filter (see Page 9 on How
to Replace the Filter)
The oil is deteriorated. Change the oil every
5 to 6 fryings, or after
2 weeks of storage.
The oil is unsuitable
for deep frying. Use a good quality
vegetable oil, sunflower oil,
canola oil, corn oil
or light olive oil.
A little steam release
is normal. If there
is excessive steam
escaping, then the lid
is not closed properly.
Make sure the lid
is fully closed.
Too much food has been Fry food in smaller
fried at the same time. quantities (especially
fro.zen food).

IThe frying times given in this chart are only a guide
,and should be adjusted accordingly to suit the
Iquantity fried.
Approximate
Cooking Time
Food Temperature (Minutes)
Mushrooms 300°F / 150°C 3-4
Breaded Chicken 350°F I 175°C 15 - 21
Chicken Strips 350°F I 175°C 3-4
Shrimp 350°F I 175°C 4-5
Fish Cakes or Balls 300°F / 150°C 4-6
Fish Fillets 375°F I 190°C 6-7
Fish Fillets in batter 375°F / 190°C 4-6
French Fries, thin 375°F I 190°C 4-6
French Fries, thick 350°F / 175°C 8 - 10
Hints . . .
l Select the temperature for frying by taking into
account the type and food to be cooked.
l As a general guide, foods that have been pre-
cooked in some way do not require as much
cooking time than those foods that are
completely raw.
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B UFFALO -S TYLE C HICKEN W INGS
WITH B LUE C HEESE D IP
MAKES 4-6 SERVINGS
7 cups peanut or vegetable oil
B LUE C HEESE D IP :
4 oz. blue cheese
l/2 cup mayonnaise
l/2 cup dairy sour cream
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 tsp. lemon juice
l/4 tsp. hot pepper sauce
CHICKEN:
24 chicken wings, about 2-l/2 Ibs.
l/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 Tbsp. hot pepper sauce or to taste
3 stalks celery, washed cut into 3-inch pieces
1. Pour oil into deep fryer. Set fryer temperature to 375”F/19O”C.
Top a wire cooling rack or line a 15 x 10 x l-inch baking pan
with a double thickness of paper towels.
2. While oil is heating, for dip, in a medium bowl, crumble or mash
blue cheese with a fork. Stir in mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar,
lemon juice and hot pepper sauce; set aside. In a small bowl,
stir together melted butter and hot pepper sauce.
3. For chicken, rinse chicken wings under running cold water,
dry thoroughly with paper towels. With fryer basket in
highest position, add 4 or 5 wings to basket.
4. Close lid, lower filled basket into oil and fry 12 - 15 minutes
until dark, golden brown. Remove to paper-towel topped rack
and immediately brush chicken wings with some of the
butter mixture.
5. Allow oil temperature to return to the original temperature
before cooking additional chicken wings.
6. To serve, place blue cheese dip in a serving bowl.
Arrange chicken wings and celery stalks on a serving platter;
place serving bowl of dip on platter.

CALAMARI FRIITI (SQUID)
MAKES 4 - 6 SERVINGS
7 cups olive oil or olive oil blend (do not use extra virgin)
1 cup all-purpose flour
l/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1 tsp. salt
l/2 tsp. pepper
l/4 tsp. garlic powder
3 eggs
2 Ibs. fresh or frozen, thawed calamari fsquidl
2 cups jarred or homemade marinara sauce for dipping,
optional
1. Pour oil into deep fryer. Set fryer temperature to 365”F/185”C.
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper and
garlic powder. In another bowl, beat eggs.
3. Top a wire cooling rack with a double thickness of paper towels;
set rack near fryer. Dry calamari thoroughly with additional
paper towels. Dip calamari first in eggs, then in flour mixture.
Set coated calamari on waxed paper.
4. With fryer lid closed, lower empty fryer basket into oil and
quickly bring back to highest position. Add 5 - 6 pieces of coated
calamari to the basket, close lid and lower filled basket into oil.
Fry 1 - 2 minutes until light golden brown and raise basket.
5. Using a slotted metal spoon, remove calamari to prepared
wire rack.
6. Return oil to temperature before repeating process with remaining
calamari. Serve, if desired, with marinara sauce.

CRUNCHY ONION RINGS
MAKES 4 - 6 SERVINGS
3 large Vidalia* onions
2 cups all-purpose flour
l/4 cup cornstarch
1 tsp. salt
l/4 tsp. ground red pepper
2 eggs
2 Tbsp. vegetable or peanut oil
1 cup flat beer
7 cups peanut or vegetable oil
1. Slice onions into l/2-inch thick slices; separate into rings.
2. In a bowl, stir together flour, cornstarch, salt and red pepper.
In large bowl, beat eggs, oil and beer; stir into flour mixture
until just mixed.
3. Pour oil into deep fryer. Set fryer temperature to 365”F/185”C.
4. Top a wire cooling rack with a double thickness of paper towels.
Set rack near the fryer.
5. Usiag a fork, dip onion rings into batter, letting excess batter
fall back into bowl; set rings on waxed paper.
6. With fryer lid closed, lower empty fryer basket into oil and quickly
bring back to highest position. Add a few coated onion rings to the
basket, close lid and lower filled basket into oil. Fry 2 - 4 minutes
until golden brown. Remove and drain on prepared rack.
7. Return oil to temperature before repeating process with remaining
onion rings.
*If Vidalia onions are not available, use another sweet onion
like Oso, Walla Walla or similar.

CRABIVIEAT AND VEGETABLE EMPANADAS
MAKES ABOUT 15 PIECES
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 cup fresh or canned crabmeat
1 Tbsp. drained capers
l/2 tsp. ground cumin
l/2 tsp. pepper
l/4 tsp. hot pepper sauce or to taste
1 package refrigerated, ready-to-use pie crusts
7 cups peanut or vegetable oil
1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion, garlic
and carrot; cook and stir until vegetables are soft but not browned.
2. Stir in crabmeat, capers, cumin, pepper and hot pepper sauce.
Cook and stir 1 minute, then remove from heat and set aside.
3. On a clean, lightly floured surface, unfold one pie crust and
roll out to an 11-inch circle. Using a floured 4-inch round
cookie cutter, cut circles from pie crust. Save scraps to re-roll.
4. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crabmeat filling onto one side
of each circle of dough. Fold other half of dough over filling.
Moisten edge of round with water; seal by pressing down edges
with tines of a fork. Repeat procedure with remaining pie crust
and filling.
5. Pour oil into deep fryer. Set fryer temperature to 375”F/190”C.
6. Line a 1.5 x 10 x l-inch baking pan with a double thickness
of paper towels. Place pan near fryer.
7. With basket in highest position, place a few empanadas into
basket; close lid and lower filled basket into oil. Fry 3 - 4 minutes
until golden brown. Remove and place in paper-towel lined
baking pan to drain. Keep warm.
8. Return oil to temperature before repeating process with
remaining empanadas.

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PEPPERY FRIED CHICKEN BITES
MAKES 4 SERVINGS
l-1/2 Ibs. skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 cup buttermilk
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp. salt, divided
l/2 tsp. black pepper, divided
l/2 tsp. ground red pepper, divided
118 tsp. hot pepper sauce
1 cup all-purpose flour
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ONEY -M USTARD S AUCE (recipe below)
1. On a clean cutting board, cut chicken lengthwise into l-inch wide
strips, then cut strips crosswise in half. In a medium bowl,
stir buttermilk, garlic, l/2 tsp. salt, l/4 tsp. black pepper,
l/4 tsp. red pepper and the hot pepper sauce. Add chicken pieces
and toss lightly to coat. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes.
2. While chicken is marinating, pour oil into deep fryer.
Set fryer temperature to 35O”F/177”C.
3. In a plastic zip-top bag or brown paper bag, place flour,
the remaining l/2 tsp. salt, the remaining l/4 tsp. black pepper
and the remaining l/4 tsp. red pepper. Close bag and shake
mixture to combine.
4. Using a fork, remove chicken pieces from buttermilk,
letting any excess drip back into bowl. Place chicken pieces
in bag and shake gently to coat chicken with flour mixture.
5. With fryer lid closed, lower empty fryer basket into oil and
quickly bring back to highest position. Add 5
- 6 pieces of coated
chicken to the basket, close lid and lower filled basket into oil.
Fry 4
- 6 minutes until golden brown outside and juices run clear
when chicken piece is pierced with fork. Remove and drain
on paper towels.
6. Return oil to temperature before repeating process with remaining
chicken pieces.
7. Serve chicken pieces warm and, if desired, with HONEY-MUSTARD
S AU C E .
HONEY-MUSTARD SAUCE: In a small bowl, combine l/3 cup honey,
l/4 cup yellow mustard and a dash ground cinnamon
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