Presto ProFry electric deep fryer User manual

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InstruIons
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QuickCool™Stainless Steel
ProFry™
electric deep fryer
This is a Listed appliance. The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage, when using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.
3. Be sure handle is properly assembled to basket and locked in place. See detailed assembly instructions on page 2.
4. To protect against electrical shock or burns, do not immerse control unit, cord, or plug in water or other liquid.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
6. Do not let children handle or put electrical cords or plugs in their mouths.
 7. Alwaysattachmagneticplugendtoappliancerst,thenplugcordintothewalloutlet.Todisconnect,removeplugfromwalloutletand
then from appliance.
8. Unplug from outlet and appliance when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before
cleaning the appliance.
9. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or in the event the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any
manner. Return the appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
10. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
11. Do not use a cracked removable pot or a basket having a loose or weakened handle.
12. Always insert the control assembly in the removable pot before plugging the unit into the wall outlet. Allow unit to cool completely
before removing the control assembly.
13. Do not use outdoors.
14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
15. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
16. It is recommended that this fryer not be moved when it contains hot oil or other hot liquid. If it must be moved when it contains hot oil
or other hot liquid, always use handles on base and use extreme caution.
17. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
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IMPORTANT CORD AND PLUG INFORMATION
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
DO NOT USE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD.
Do not allow the cord to run underneath or around the unit. The magnetic cord may not detach easily if the cord is positioned in
this fashion.
Before First Use
Become familiar with the various parts of the deep fryer (Fig. A1) and read the instructions carefully.
Remove all packing material and disassemble unit for cleaning. Take the fry/steam basket out of the unit. Remove the cord assembly
andlterfromthebasketandsetaside.
Then, lift the control assembly out of the
unit. Wipe the control assembly (control
unit with heating element) and fryer cover
with a damp cloth. Never immerse the
control assembly, cord, plug, or lter
in water. Lift the removable pot out of
the base and wash the pot and fry/steam
basket in dishwasher or in warm, sudsy
water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Reset Button
The deep fryer is equipped with a sensor
which will automatically shut the unit
off if it is overheated. Overheating can
occur if the unit is heated without oil or
waterorwithinsufcientoilorwater.It
can also occur if solid fat or oil that has
become thick through multiple heating is
used. Should the unit shut off, unplug and
allow the unit to cool. Correct the cause
of overheating. Then with the tip of a pen,
press the brown RESET button which is
recessed on the back of the control unit
(Fig. A2). The unit will not operate until
it is reset. Note: The button is not visible
unless the unit has overheated.
Important Fryer Guidelines
◆Use deep fryer only on a clean, dry,
level, stable, and heat-resistant
surface, away from countertop edge.
◆ Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used by or near
children. Hot oil can cause serious and
painful burns.
◆ Toavoidtheriskofelectrocutionorseveredisguringelectricalburns,donotletchildrenhandleorputelectricalcordsorplugsin
their mouths.
◆ To avoid the risk of electrocution or electrical burns, do not let the control unit, cord, or plug come in contact with water or other
liquid.
◆ Never use the deep fryer without the removable pot.
◆ Neverusethedeepfryerwithoutoilorwithinsufcientoil.Also,neverexceedthemaximumlllevel.Theminimum(MIN)and
maximum(MAX)lllevelsareembossedinsidetheremovablepot(Fig.A1).
◆ Use only a good, reliable brand of cooking oil for deep frying. Deep frying foods in olive oil is not recommended because it has a
lower smoking temperature.
◆ Do not use solid fat (shortening, butter, margarine, lard). Solid fat will not melt uniformly and will cause severe smoking.
It may also cause the unit to overheat resulting in the reset button tripping. In addition, solid fat will solidify once it has cooled
makingitverydifculttoremoveorinsertthecontrolassembly.
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Reset
button
Removable
pot
Fry/steam
basket
Base
Removable
basket handle
Control
assembly
(Control unit with
heating element)
Maximumand
minimum oil levels
Drain hooks
Handle
Filter cover
with removable
charcoallter
Thermostatic
control
Fryer cover
Magnetic
cord assembly
Magnetic
plug end
Cutout
Window
QuickCool™
vents
Timer
Heat/Cool switch
BACK VIEW OF CONTROL UNIT
Electrical
pins
Fig. A2
QuickCool™fan
Cover vents
Indicator lights
Red: Power ON
Green: Temperature Ready
Cooling fan
Fig. A1

◆CAUTION: OIL AND WATER DO NOT MIX. The combination can be dangerous. When the oil is heated, any water droplets in
the oil super-heat, becoming a volatile steam that can cause hot oil to spatter, boil over, or even erupt out of the deep fryer. Hot oil
can cause severe burns!
Accordingly, before pouring oil into the removable pot be sure that the pot and all parts are COMPLETELY dry. Before
placing food in deep fryer, always remove ice crystals and excess moisture from food by patting dry with toweling.
◆ Do not use cover while frying french fries and other high moisture foods.
◆ Always unplug cord from wall outlet and then from deep fryer when unit is not in use.
◆ Always allow fryer to cool completely before removing any parts, before removing oil, and before cleaning.
Basket Handle Assembly/Storage
Your fryer will be shipped with the basket handle in the storage
position (Fig. B1). To use the basket, simply lift the handle out of
the basket. Then, gently squeeze the drain hooks (Fig. C), keeping
thepegsinthebracketholes,andtthehandlebarsinthebrack-
ets (Fig. D). The handle is now in the locked position (Fig. B2).
Caution: To insure against accidental detachment of handle from
basket during use, always make sure both pegs are in the bracket
holes and the handle bars are in the brackets (Fig. D).
To unlock the basket handle for storage, gently squeeze the drain
hooks (Fig. C), keeping the pegs in the bracket holes, and fold the
handle into the basket.
Installing/Replacing Removable Filter
Thecharcoallter,whichislocatedinthecoverofthedeepfryer,
will help absorb unpleasant odors.
Toinstallorreplacethelter,rstremovetheltercover(Fig.E)
by pushing the release tab towards the window while simultane-
ouslyliftinguponthetab.Thenrotatetheltercovertowardsthecoverhandleandpullthe
ltercoveroff.Ifreplacinganoldlter,removeoldlteranddiscard.Unwrapnewcharcoal
lterandinsertitintheltercompartment.Replacetheltercoverbyttingthetwotabson
theltercoverintheslotsonthefryercover.Thensnapintoplacebypushingdown.
Replacement lters are available for purchase. Order by fryer model number on the web at
www.GoPresto.com or call the Presto Consumer Service Department at 1-800-877-0441.
Timer Operating Instructions
Note: The timer works independently from the unit; it does not turn power to the unit on or
off.
1. Turn the timer on by holding the button (Fig. F) down until 00 is visible in the display
screen.
2. Press the button once for each individual minute or hold the button down to increase the
display time rapidly until you have reached the desired time. The timer can be set for 1
to 30 minutes.
The timer will automatically begin counting down approximately two seconds after it is set and
itwillbegintoashsoyouknowitisworking.
To reset the timer to zero, press the timer button for about two seconds.
3. When there is just one minute left on the timer, you will hear two beeps to alert you that time is
almost up. In addition, the seconds remaining will now be displayed.
When the set time has expired, the timer will beep several times. After about one minute, the
display screen will go blank.
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Fig. B1
STORAGE POSITION
Fig. B2
LOCKED POSITION
To lock and unlock handle, gently
squeeze drain hooks.
Drain hooks
Handle bars
Fig. C
Brackets
Handle bars
Fig. D
Peg
Peg
Bracket
holes
Cover vents
Filter cover
Charcoallter
Filter compartment
Window
Fig. E
Release tab
Timer button
Fig. F
Display screen

How To Use For Frying
1. Position base on a clean, dry, level, stable, and heat-resistant surface in center of countertop. Always use the handles on the
base when lifting or moving the appliance. Never lift or move appliance using control assembly.
2. Place removable pot in base.
3. Attach the control assembly to the base by aligning the two guides on the front
of the control unit with the two tracks on the back of the base (Fig. G). Slide the
control assembly down (Fig. H) as far as it goes making sure both guides are in the
tracks. Note: The appliance will only operate when both guides are properly
positioned in the tracks.
4. FillremovablepotwithcookingoiluptotheMAXlevelmarking(approximately
4 liters or 4.2 quarts), which is located on the inside of the removable pot (Fig.
A1,page2).TheamountofoilmustalwaysbebetweentheMINandMAXlevel
markingsinsidetheremovablepot(Fig.A1,page2).NeverexceedtheMAXlevel
mark.
5. Attach the cord to the unit by aligning the magnetic plug end with the two electrical
pins located on the back of the control unit (Fig. A2, page 2). The plug can be attached in either
direction.
Important: The magnetic cord was designed to detach easily from the fryer. As a result,
if it is bumped or touched during use it could possibly detach causing the unit to stop
heating. Avoid contact with cord during operation. If contact occurs, verify that the unit is
still plugged in by looking to see that the red indicator light is on.
6. Plug cord into a 120 volt wall outlet. The red signal light will glow whenever the fryer is
plugged in. Always make sure fryer and cord are out of reach of children.
7. Turn the thermostatic control to the desired temperature (see page 5 for proper cooking temperatures). The recommended setting
for most frying is 375°.
8. Press the HEAT/COOL switch on the control panel (Fig. A1, page 2) to the HEAT position to start heating the oil. When the
selected temperature is reached, the green signal light will come on. (Preheat time is approximately 15 minutes.)
9. While oil is heating, prepare food for cooking.
10. Assemble basket handle for frying, see page 3.
To insure against accidental detachment of handle from basket during use, always make sure both pegs are in the bracket holes
and the handle bars are in the brackets (Fig. C and D, page 3).
11. Placebasketoncountertopandllbasketupto¾fullwithfood.
12. Whenthegreensignallightcomeson,attachlledfrybaskettotheremovablepotusingthedrainhooks.Thenpositioncover
over basket with cover vents away from basket handle. Raise basket slightly, detaching the drain hooks from the rim. Then slowly
lowerthelledbasketintothepreheatedoiluntilthebottomofthebasketrestsontopoftheheatingelement.If frying french
fries or other high moisture foods, immediately remove cover after lowering basket into oil.
Note: For crisper foods, fry without the cover.
Warning: To prevent the risk of severe personal injury or property damage, use caution when cooking with hot oil.
13. Set the timer by pressing the button to the desired time. See page 3 for timer operating instructions. Refer to page 5 for recom-
mended times.
Note: The timer works independently from the unit; it does not turn power to the unit on or off.
Caution: It is normal for steam to escape from the cover vents during frying. To prevent steam burns keep hands and face
away from the vents.
14. When the set time has expired, check that the food is golden brown. Then lift the basket and hook it onto the fryer rim to allow
oil to drain from food.
15. Empty the food onto absorbent paper. Season to taste.
16. If frying additional food, allow oil to reheat until green signal light comes on and repeat steps 11 through 15.
17. When frying is completed, press the HEAT/COOL switch (Fig. A1, page 2) to the COOL position. The built-in fan will begin
cooling the cooking oil. In approximately 50 to 55 minutes the oil should be cool enough for the fryer to be cleaned and stored.
See page 10 for care and cleaning instructions.
18. Remove plug from wall outlet and then from deep fryer. Remove control assembly before cleaning.
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Tracks
Guides
Fig. G
Fig. H

Helpful Hints for Deep Frying
✤ Whenusingthefryerforthersttime,aslightodororlightsmokingmayoccurasmanufacturingresidueevaporates.Thisis
normal during initial use.
✤ Before deep frying, always remove excess moisture or ice crystals from food by patting dry with toweling. Even small amounts
of moisture may cause the oil to spatter, pop, boil over, or erupt.
✤ Fry foods of equal size and thickness as they will fry more evenly and at the same speed.
✤ Donotllthebasketmorethan¾full.Iftoomuchfoodisfriedatthesametime,thefoodwillnotgetcrisp.
✤ For crisper foods, fry without the cover.
✤ Forbreadingorcoatingfoods,usecommercialbreading,nelygroundbreadorcrackercrumbs,cornmeal,amixtureofcorn
mealandour,pancakemix,orpreparedbreadmixes.
✤ Foods that are battered may stick to the basket; therefore, you may wish to fry these types of foods without the basket. Coated
or breaded foods can be fried with or without the basket. When using the fryer without the basket, a heat-resistant scoop may be
used to add and/or remove foods.
✤ Use only heat resistant utensils in the fryer as most plastics or rubber will become damaged from the hot oil. Do not leave metal
utensils in the fryer as they will become hot.
✤ Usecautionwhendeepfryingourtortillas.Flourtortillascontainairbubbles.Duringdeepfrying,oilcanbecometrapped
within these bubbles. If not properly drained, the bubbles can burst and cause burns. Therefore, after deep frying tortillas,
carefully raise them out of the cooking oil and allow oil to drain from the tortillas for approximately 30 seconds.
✤ Use caution when deep frying doughs, such as beignets, donuts, dumplings, hushpuppies, and fritters. These foods may develop
air bubbles during heating, which may burst and cause burns. Use a slotted spoon or tongs, rather than a fork, when turning food
during frying and also when removing food from oil.
✤ Aftereachuse,strainoilthroughalteroradoublethicknessofcheeseclothtoremovetheaccumulatedresidue.
✤ The number of times the cooking oil can be reused will depend on the food that is fried in it. For example, the oil will need to be
replacedmoreoftenifshorfoodcoatedwithbreadorcrackercrumbsisfriedfrequently.
✤ The longer oil is heated, the more rapidly it deteriorates. Avoid preheating longer than necessary and change the power setting
from HEAT to COOL once the last batch of food has been removed from fryer.
✤ To prolong the useful life of oil, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dark area or in the refrigerator.
✤ It is time to replace the cooking oil if the oil is dark in color, has an unpleasant odor, smokes when it is heated, or foams
excessively during frying.
Frying Timetable
Do not use cover while frying french fries and other high moisture foods. For crisper foods, fry without the cover.
Thefollowingtimesareapproximateandbasedonthemaximumrecommendedamountsoffood.Fillthebasketnomorethan¾full.
FOOD AMOUNT TEMPERATURE TIME
Cheese
Frozen, nuggets 9 cups 375° 2 to 3 minutes
Chicken
Frozen, nuggets 9 cups 375° 3 to 5 minutes
Raw, serving size 4 to 5 pieces 375° 13 to 18 minutes
pieces, battered
Donuts* 3 to 4 375° 2 to 3 minutes
(Fry donuts without basket)
Egg Rolls
Frozen 3 to 4 375° 5 to 6 minutes
Fish
Frozen, battered 3 to 4 pieces 375° 7 to 8 minutes
Raw, battered 3 to 4 pieces 375° 3 to 4 minutes
FOOD AMOUNT TEMPERATURE TIME
Onion rings
Frozen, battered 9 cups 375° 4 to 5 minutes
Raw, battered* 3 to 4 large pieces 375° 1½ to 2½ minutes
Potatoes
Frozen french fries 9 cups 375° 10 to 12 minutes
Raw fries (see page 6) 6 cups 375° 3 to 4 minutes
375° 10 to 12 minutes
Shrimp
Frozen, battered 9 cups 375° 5 to 7 minutes
Raw, battered 9 cups 375° 3 to 5 minutes
Vegetables
Raw, battered* 5 to 6 pieces 350° 1 to 3 minutes
*These foods are best when fried in small quantities.
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Recipes
Raw French Fries (Double Fry Method)
Cut medium potatoes, peeled if desired, into ¼ to ½ inch thick strips. Place into large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak
potato strips for 15 minutes or until ready to fry. Rinse, drain, and pat dry with paper towels.
Because raw fries contain a high percentage of moisture extreme care must be used when deep frying. Thoroughly dry raw fries
before deep frying. Fill the basket ½ rather than ¾ full.Lowerthelledbasketslowlyintotheoil.Iftheoilstartstoboiluptoo
quickly lift the basket out of the oil for a couple of seconds, then lower it again. Repeat as necessary until the basket is complete-
ly lowered into the fryer.
Fry at 375° for 3 to 4 minutes until fries are cooked through but not browned. Drain; let stand to cool for at least 10 minutes, but
not more than 2 hours. Just before serving, fry potatoes at 375° for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.
Crispy Coating
½ cup milk Flour
1 egg, beaten Salt and Pepper
Beatmilkandegginsmallbowl.Combineour,salt,andpepperinplasticresealablebag.Dipfoodintomilk-eggmixture,then
coatinseasonedour.Fryfoodaccordingtotimetableonpage5.
Beer Batter
1½ cups our 1½ cups beer
Whiskourandbeerinmediumbowl.Coverandallowthebattertositatroomtemperaturefor2hours.Dipfoodinbatter.Fry
according to timetable on page 5. Fry beer battered foods without the fry basket.
Milk Batter
1 cup our 2 eggs, beaten
1½ teaspoons baking powder ½ cup milk
½ teaspoon salt
Siftour,bakingpowder,andsaltinmediumbowl.Addeggsandmilk.Whiskbatteruntilsmooth.Ifathinnerbatterisdesired,
add more milk. Dip food in batter. Fry according to timetable on page 5. Fry milk battered foods without the fry basket.
Apple Pie Puffs
1 cup all-purpose our 1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
1½ teaspoons baking powder 4 tablespoons sugar
¼ teaspoon salt 4-5 apples, peeled, cored, sliced
⅔ cup milk, minus 1 tablespoon ¼ inch thick
1 tablespoon brandy 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 egg yolk 2 egg whites
Combineour,sugar,bakingpowder,andsaltinmediumbowl.Inasecondbowl,whiskmilk,brandy,eggyolk,andmelted
butter. Gradually stir into dry ingredients until smooth. Set aside.
Mixcinnamonandsugar.Sprinkleoverbothsidesofappleslices,savingremaindertodustovernishedfritters.Sprinkleslices
lightly with nutmeg.
In clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff, but not dry. Fold into reserved batter. Dip several apple slices into batter to coat evenly,
letting excess drip off. Carefully place 1 to 2 slices at a time into preheated oil. Deep fry at 375° for 3 to 4 minutes, turning once.
Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle both sides with reserved cinnamon and sugar mixture. Serve warm.
Makes about 35
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Crab Fritters
½ green pepper, nely 6 ounces frozen and thawed or
chopped (about ⅓cup) canned crab meat, shredded
1 garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon sherry
3 tablespoons minced parsley 1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons butter ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil Flour
½ cup our 1 egg, beaten with 1 teaspoon water
½ cup milk Dry bread crumbs
Insaucepan,cookgreenpepper,garlic,andparsleyinbutterandoliveoiluntiltender.Whiskinour.Addmilk,whisking
constantly, until mixture thickens. Add crab, sherry, paprika, and cayenne pepper to milk mixture. Chill for 2 hours. Shape into
1-inchballsusinga1-tablespoonscoop.Rollinour,thendipineggandwatermixture.Rollincrumbs.Refrigerateuntiltimeto
serve. Deep fry 3 or 4 at a time at 375°, turning once, until desired brownness is reached. Remove from oil and drain on absor-
bent paper. Repeat until all are fried.
Makes about 18
Jalapeño Kickers
12 fresh jalapeño peppers 2 tablespoons bread crumbs
OR 1 (3½-ounce) can ¼ teaspoon onion salt
jalapeño peppers ⅛ teaspoon garlic salt
Cream Cheese ¼ teaspoon vegetable oil
½ cup our ¼ cup our
1 egg 1 teaspoon sugar
½ cup milk
Caution:Wear plastic gloves when working with peppers. Do not touch eye area.
To prepare fresh jalapeño peppers: rinse, cut in half lengthwise, remove seeds and stems, place in boiling water and remove after
2 minutes; drain well. To prepare canned jalapeño peppers: drain, cut in half lengthwise, and remove seeds and stems.
Filleachpepperhalfwithcreamcheeseuntilslightlyrounded.Place½cupourinbowl,setaside.Inasecondbowl,beategg
andmilk,setaside.Inathirdbowl,combinebreadcrumbs,onionsalt,garlicsalt,andoil.Stirin¼cupourandsugaruntil
mixedthoroughly.Rolleachpepperinour,dipineggmixture,andthencoverwithbreading.Foraheavierbreading,dipinegg
mixture again and cover with breading a second time. Gently set aside until ready to deep fry.
Deepfryat375°approximately1to2minutesoruntilgoldenbrown.(Tip:Removeimmediatelyifcreamcheesellingappears
through the coating.) Place fried peppers on paper toweling. Serve warm. If desired, serve with salsa.
Makes 24
Quesadilla Crispers
¼ pound fresh sausage ¼ pound jalapeño jack cheese,
(chorizo, Italian, etc.) shredded (1-cup)
1 cup refried beans 8 (7-inch) our tortillas
¼ cup nely chopped onion 1 tablespoon our
¼ cup diced canned green 2 tablespoons cold water
chilies, drained
Cook sausage in skillet until done, breaking it up as it cooks. Add beans, onion, chilies, and cheese.
Cuttortillasintoquarters.Placeabout1teaspoonofbeanmixtureincenter.Brushedgeswithmixtureofourandwater.Foldin
half and press to seal; keep covered as you work. Continue until all are made.
Let stand 5 minutes before frying to allow edges to stick together. Deep fry 3 or 4 at a time at 375° for 2 minutes. Drain on paper
towels.
Makes 32
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Batter Fried Oriental Dinner
1 cup all-purpose our Salt and pepper
1 egg 12 to 16 assorted mushrooms, pepper strips,
¾ cup ice water pea pods, or squash slices
2 to 3 tablespoons Chinese 1 tablespoon our
Seasoning Mix 2 cups cooked rice
2 turkey, pork, or beef cutlets
OR 10 cleaned and shelled
green shrimp
Beatour,egg,icewater,andseasoninginmediumbowluntilsmooth.Addanicecubeortwotokeepmixturecool.Sprinkle
meat with salt and pepper and cut into thin strips. Select an assortment of vegetables. Dip meat and vegetables into batter a few at
a time. Deep fry at 375° for 2 to 4 minutes or until golden brown. To serve, arrange an assortment of vegetables and meat on plate
withascoopofrice.Ifdesired,servewithMahoganyDip(below)andsoysauce.
Makes 2 servings
Mahogany Dip
1 8-ounce can jellied cranberry 1 tablespoon wine vinegar
sauce ½ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ cup orange marmalade Sprinkle of dried red pepper akes
1 tablespoon soy sauce
Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan. Heat until cranberry sauce and marmalade are melted, stirring frequently. Serve
warm or cold.
Makes about 1 cup
Crispy Cheese Ball Bites
2 cups shredded Cheddar 1 teaspoon lemon juice
cheese (½-pound) 1 tablespoon chopped pimiento
½cup crumbled blue cheese 1 tablespoon chopped chives
(2-ounces) ½ cup ground or nely chopped nuts
1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese 2 tablespoons cold water
2 tablespoons milk 2 (11-ounce) packages refrigerated
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce breadsticks or cornbread twists
Bring cheese to room temperature. Beat or process cheese, milk, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice until well-blended. Stir
in pimiento and chives. Form into 40 small balls. Roll in nuts, cover, and chill. Open refrigerated twists and unroll. Cut dough
inhalfhorizontallytomake4sections,thencuteachsectioninto5pieces,eachmadeupof4shortstrips.Onalightlyoured
surface,usengerstopressandpullstripuntilitisabout2incheswideand5incheslong.Cutinhalf.Placecheeseincenterof
half, cover with other half, then pull and pinch edges to seal. You will make 20 squares from each package. Cover and chill until
ready to fry.
Deep fry at 375° for 2 to 3 minutes, turning to brown all sides. Remove from oil and drain on absorbent paper.
Makes 40
How To Use For Steaming and Boiling
1. Follow steps 1 through 3 on page 4.
Note: To avoid steam damage to cabinets when using the steaming and boiling function, position the deep fryer so that it is not
directly under cabinets.
2. For boiling,llremovablepotwithwateruptotheMAXlevelmarking,whichislocatedontheinsideoftheremovablepot
(Fig.A1,page2).Yourfryerwillneedapproximately4liters(4.2quarts)ofwaterforboiling.NeverexceedtheMAXlevel
mark.
For steaming,llremovablepotwithwateruptotheMINlevelmarking,whichislocatedontheinsideoftheremovable
pot (Fig. A1, page 2). Your fryer will need approximately 3 liters (3.17 quarts) of water for steaming. Do not use less than the
minimum.
3. Attach the cord to the unit by aligning the magnetic plug end with the two electrical pins located on the back of the control unit
(Fig. A2, page 2). The plug can be attached in either direction.
Important: The magnetic cord was designed to detach easily from the fryer. As a result, if it is bumped or touched during
use it could possibly detach causing the unit to stop heating. Avoid contact with cord during operation. If contact occurs,
verify that the cord is still properly connected.
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4. Plug cord into a 120 volt wall outlet. The red signal light will glow whenever the fryer is plugged in. Always make sure fryer
and cord are out of reach of children.
5. Turn the thermostatic control to 250° and place the cover on the deep fryer. Press the HEAT/COOL switch on the control panel
(Fig. A1, page 2) to the HEAT position to start heating the water.
6. While water is heating, prepare food for cooking.
7. Assemble basket handle for cooking, see page 3.
To insure against accidental detachment of handle from basket during use, always make sure both pegs are in the bracket holes
and the handle bars are in the brackets (Fig. C and D, page 3).
 8. Placebasketoncountertopandllbasketupto¾fullwithfood.Do not exceed 2½ pounds of food.
9. Oncethewaterbeginstoboil(approximately9to15minutes),removecoverandattachthelledbaskettotheremovablepot
using the drain hooks. Then position cover over basket with cover vents away from basket handle.
If steaming, leave basket hooked on removable pot.
If boiling,slowlylowerthelledbasketintothewateruntilthebottomofthebasketrestsontopoftheheatingelement.
10. Set the timer by pressing the button to the desired time. See page 3 for timer operating instructions. Refer to the chart below for
recommended times.
Note: The timer works independently from the unit; it does not turn power to the unit on or off.
Caution: It is normal for steam to escape from the cover vents during boiling and steaming. To prevent steam burns keep
hands and face away from the vents.
11. When the set time has expired, remove cover and then remove basket from fryer if the food was steamed. If food was boiled, lift
the basket and hook it onto the fryer rim to allow food to drain.
12. Empty the food into serving bowls. Season to taste.
13. When cooking is completed, press the HEAT/COOL switch (Fig. A1, page 2) to the COOL position. The built-in fan will begin
cooling the water. Allow approximately 30 minutes for the water to cool.
14. Remove plug from wall outlet and then from deep fryer. Remove control assembly before cleaning.
Steaming and Boiling Chart
Approximate
Steaming and
VEGETABLE Boiling Time
* Asparagus
Thin spears 3-4 minutes
Thick spears 4-5 minutes
* Beans
Whole or 1-inch pieces 7-8 minutes
* Broccoli
Spears or Florets 5-7 minutes
* Brussels Sprouts, 1 to 1½-inch diameter 9-11 minutes
* Cabbage, 2-inch wedge 15-20 minutes
* Carrots
Whole 18-22 minutes
¼-inch slices 6-7 minutes
Baby-cut 11-14 minutes
* Cauliower
Whole head 18-20 minutes
Florets 7-9 minutes
Approximate
Steaming and
VEGETABLE Boiling Time
Corn-on-the-cob 10-15 minutes
Potatoes, white
Small (1 to 2 ounces each) whole or
  Medium,quartered 13-15minutes
Potatoes, sweet, 1-inch slices 17-19 minutes
* Rutabaga, ½-inch cubes 15-20 minutes
* Turnips, ½-inch cubes 15-20 minutes
SHRIMP
Fresh 4-5 minutes
Frozen 5-7 minutes
CRAB LEGS
Fresh 5-7 minutes
Frozen 7-9 minutes
*Steaming is recommended to minimize nutrient loss.
Note: It is recommended that you NOT use this fryer to boil pasta as the pasta may fall through the basket openings and stick to
the heating element.
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Care and Cleaning
1. After unit and oil have cooled completely, carefully lift control assembly out of fryer and wipe with a damp cloth to clean. Never
immerse the control assembly, cord, or plug in water or wash in a dishwasher.
2. Then, holding the cutouts on the sides of the removable pot (see Fig. A1, page 2), carefully lift the pot out of the deep fryer.
If you plan to reuse the cooking oil, it is recommended that you strain the oil to remove any food particles. Then store the oil in a
tightly sealed container and keep where it will not be exposed to heat or direct light.
 3. Towashthecover,ltermustrstberemoved.Toremove,pressthereleasetabontheltercover(Fig.E,page3).Washthe
removablepot,fry/steambasket,fryercover(withlterremoved),andbaseindishwasherorinwarm,sudsywater.Do not
immerse lter in water or wash in a dishwasher.
Do not use steel wool scouring pads or abrasive kitchen cleaners on the removable pot, cover, or base and do not use bleaching
agents to clean the fry/steam basket.
If desired, the basket handle may be removed for cleaning. Squeeze the drain hooks and fold the handle into the basket until the
handle bars are out of the brackets. Continue squeezing to remove both pegs from the bracket holes. After cleaning, reattach
handle making sure both pegs are in the bracket holes and the handle bars are in the brackets (see Fig. D, page 3). Fold handle
into basket for storage (see Fig. B1, page 3).
4. Before reassembling unit, be sure all parts are completely dry (see page 3).
5. Always check the magnetic plug before use to assure metal items have not become attached to the magnet.
Replacement lters are available for purchase. Order by fryer model number on the web at www.GoPresto.com or call the Presto
Consumer Service Department at 1-800-877-0441.
Replacing the Timer Battery
The battery used in the deep fryer is a CR2032 3V lithium battery which will seldom need to be replaced. If you ever need to replace
the battery, follow the instructions below.
1. Although not visible, there is an undercut located on the left and right side of the timer. Insert a thin object (such as a butter knife)
in the undercut on the left side of the timer (Fig. I) and lift that side of the timer away from the control panel. Hold that side of the
timerwithyournger,topreventitfromslippingbackincontrolpanel,andinserttheknifeintheundercutontherightsideof
the timer and lift that side away from the control panel. Now pull the timer out completely from the opening in the control panel.
2. Turn the timer over so the back side is facing up. Using your thumb, remove the battery compartment cover by sliding it in the
direction the arrow is pointing (Fig. J).
3. Using a small paring knife, or some other narrow object, carefully press near the top of the interlock spring towards the wall of
the timer to release the battery from under the hooks (Fig. K). Use the tip of the knife to remove the battery and discard.
 4. PositionnewCR20323Vlithiumbattery,withwritingfacingup,incompartmentttingitunderneaththeplasticedge(Fig.K).
Push battery down on the side by the interlock spring until the battery snaps into position under the hooks.
 5. Replacebatterycover.Holdingthecoverwithyourthumbonthearrow,tthesidesofthecoverinthegroovesonthetimerand
slide the door towards the interlock spring. Turn the timer over and press the button to make sure it is operating.
6. Place timer back in control panel so the rib on the timer is aligned with the notch on the control panel (Fig. L).
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Undercut
Fig. I
Timer
Fig. L
Rib
Notch
Interlock spring
Hooks
Plastic
edge
Fig. KFig. J
Battery
compartment
cover

Consumer Service Information
If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Presto®appliance or need parts for your appliance, contact us by any of these
methods:
• Call 1-800-877-0441 weekdays8:00AMto4:30PM(CentralTime)
• Email us at our website www.GoPresto.com
• Write: NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES, INC.
Consumer Service Department
3925 North Hastings Way, Eau Claire, WI 54703-3703
When contacting the Consumer Service Department, please indicate the model number and the date code for the deep fryer. These numbers
can be found on the back of the control assembly.
Please record this information:
ModelNumber____________________DateCode___________________DatePurchased_______________________________
Inquiries will be answered promptly by telephone, email, or letter. When emailing or writing, please include a phone number and a time
when you can be reached during weekdays if possible.
Any maintenance required for this product, other than normal household care and cleaning, should be performed by our Factory
Service Department. Be sure to indicate date of purchase and a description of defect when sending an appliance for repair. Send
appliances for repair to:
CANTON SALES AND STORAGE COMPANY
Presto Factory Service Department
555 Matthews Dr., Canton, MS 39046-0529
The Presto Factory Service Department is equipped to service all PRESTO®appliances and supply genuine PRESTO®parts. Genuine
PRESTO®replacement parts are manufactured to the same exacting quality standards as PRESTO®appliances and are engineered
specicallytofunctionproperlywithitsappliances.PrestocanonlyguaranteethequalityandperformanceofgenuinePRESTO®
parts. “Look-alikes” might not be of the same quality or function in the same manner. To ensure that you are buying genuine
PRESTO®replacement parts, look for the PRESTO®trademark.
PRESTO®Limited Warranty
This quality PRESTO®appliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory performance
under normal household use. Presto pledges to the original owner that should there be any defects in material
orworkmanshipduringtherstyearafterpurchase,wewillrepairorreplaceitatouroption.Ourpledgedoes
not apply to damage caused by shipping. To obtain service under the warranty, return this PRESTO®appli-
ance, shipping prepaid, to the Presto Factory Service Department. When returning a product, please include
a description of the defect and indicate the date the appliance was purchased.
We want you to obtain maximum enjoyment from using this PRESTO®appliance and ask that you read and
follow the instructions enclosed. Failure to follow instructions, damage caused by improper replacement parts,
abuseormisusewillvoidthispledge.Thiswarrantygivesyouspeciclegalrights,andyoumayalsohave
other rights which vary from state to state. This is Presto’s personal pledge to you and is being made in place
of all other express warranties.
NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES, INC.
Eau Claire, WI 54703-3703
U.S. Pat. Nos. 6,527,570; 6,719,576; and other patent pending Form 72-834A
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