Proctor-Silex 840254401 Instruction sheet

840254401
Deep Fryer
Friteuse
Freidora Eléctrica
English....................................... 2
USA: 1-800-851-8900
www.proctorsilex.com
Français................................... 17
Canada : 1-800-267-2826
www.proctorsilex.ca
Español ................................... 32
México: 01 800 71 16 100
www.proctorsilex.com.mx
Le invitamos a leer cuidadosamente
este instructivo antes de usar su
aparato.
READ BEFORE USE
LIRE AVANT UTILISATION
LEA ANTES DE USAR

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or
injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilties,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely
supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
5. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse cord,
plugs, or heating element assembly in water or other liquid.
6. Be sure handle is properly assembled to basket and locked into
place. See detailed assembly instructions.
7. 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.
8. 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 on
examination, repair, or adjustment.
9. The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by the
appliance manufacturer for use with this model may cause injuries.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces.
12. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
13. Never move deep fryer containing hot oil.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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14. Always attach plug to appliance first; then plug cord in the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to OFF (O) and remove plug
from wall outlet.
15. Do not use appliance for other than intended purpose.
16. To reduce the risk of injury, NEVER fill oil above MAX fill mark.
17. Always ensure removable pot is filled to at least MIN level when
using oil.
18. Never leave appliance unattended while in use.
19. Always dry foods and remove ice before frying.
20. Always dry deep fryer components thoroughly after cleaning and
before frying.
21. Always fry with lid in place.
22. Do not use refrigerated oil.
23. Never block vent on lid. Be aware of steam emitting from vent.
24. Escaping steam may cause burns to hands or fingers. Open the lid
carefully.
25. Always raise frying basket, rest on basket drain bracket, and allow
food to drain before removing the frying basket from the removable
oil pot.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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This product is intended for household use only.
This product is only intended for the preparation, cooking, and
serving of foods. This product is not intended for use with any
nonfood materials or products.
wWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard: This product is
provided with a polarized plug (one wide blade) to reduce the
risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying
the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not
fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
have an electrician replace the outlet.
wWARNING Burn Hazards:
• Hot liquid will splash if you miss the drain bracket and
accidentally drop the frying basket into the hot liquid. Do not
lean over the deep fryer when the lid is off.
• Serious hot-oil burns may result from a deep-fat fryer being
pulled off a countertop. Do not allow the cord to hang over the
edge of the counter where it may be grabbed by children or
become entangled with the user. Do not use with an extension
cord.
Other Consumer Safety Information

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*To order parts:
US: 1.800.851.8900
www.proctorsilex.com
Canada: 1.800.267.2826
Mexico: 01 800 71 16 100
Parts and Features
1. Steam Vent
2. Removable Vent Cover*
3. Removable Lid*
4. Frying Basket With
Removable Handle*
5. Basket Drain Bracket
6. Reset Button
7. Heating Element Assembly
8. Removable Oil Pot*
9. Base*
10. Magnetic Cord Assembly*
11. Power ON Light
12. Adjustable Thermostat
13. Ready-to-Cook Light

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How to Assemble the Fryer
1. Place base on a stable, flat surface.
2. Insert oil pot into base.
3. Align grooves of heating element assembly
with grooves on base. Push down on
heating element assembly to connect it to
base.
NOTE: Heater cannot be turned on unless
correctly installed on base.
4. To assemble handle, squeeze tines of
handle together.
5. Align tines with round holes on metal
bracket of basket.
6. Release tines to allow them to spread and
then pull handle back to lock into metal
bracket.
For storage: Push handle into basket and
squeeze tines together to remove handle.
7. Align removable vent cover with metal
grease screen and snap into place.

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Frying
wWARNING Burn Hazard.
• Never fill oil above MAX fill mark.
• Never move fryer when it is in operation or when fryer
contains hot oil.
• Never leave fryer unattended while in use.
• Remove as much moisture from food as possible. Do not
add water or ice to oil.
• Escaping steam may cause burns to hands or fingers. Open
lid carefully.
• Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
burns since hot oil may spill from fryer.
BEFORE FIRST USE: Thoroughly clean and dry fryer. See
“Cleaning Your Fryer” on page 11.
1. Place assembled fryer on stable, level, heat-resistant
surface out of reach of children.
2. Lift lid to open.
3. Remove basket from fryer.
4. Fill fryer with a minimum of 4 cups (946 ml) to a
maximum of 6 cups (1.4 L) of oil to top indicator mark on
removable oil pot.
NOTE: Never operate unit without oil in pot or unit will
exceed temperature limit and will require resetting.

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Frying (cont.)
5. Make sure fryer is turned to OFF (O).
Attach magnetic end of cord assembly to
fryer socket. Magnetic end of cord will only
go in one way. Be careful not to disturb
magnetic connection when plugging cord
into electrical outlet.
NOTE: The low magnetic force allows
the cord to “break away” which prevents unit from
accidentally being pulled off a countertop.
6. Close lid. Plug in unit. Set Thermostat to desired setting.
Preheat fryer until Ready-to-Cook Light comes on (6 to 10
minutes). For more information on temperature selection,
check food package or Frying Chart on page 10.
Ready-to-Cook Light will come on when oil has reached
preset temperature.
7. To fry unbattered food, place food in basket and proceed
with Step 8.
To fry battered foods (such as tempura batter), lower
basket into oil and then carefully place food directly
into oil. Replace lid. Proceed to Step 9.
NOTE: For best results and to ensure that food is properly
cooked, fry in a single layer. See Frying Chart on page 10.

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Frying (cont.)
8. Carefully place basket in fryer. Close lid.
NOTE: Never operate unit without oil in
pot or unit will exceed temperature limit
and will require resetting by pushing the
red reset button.
9. When frying is done, remove lid, raise
basket, and hook over removable oil pot
to drain.
NOTE: Do not allow condensation to drain into oil pot while
removing lid or while unit is off.
10. Carefully empty food from basket and place in a bowl or
colander lined with paper towel. Fill and repeat as needed.
11. Turn adjustable thermostat to OFF (O) and unplug
appliance after use. Place lid on the removable oil pot and
allow to cool.
FRYING TIP: Ready-to-Cook Light may go out after frying a
batch of food. When oil has reached selected temperature,
Ready-to-Cook Light will come back on. Unit is now ready to
fry next batch of food.

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FOOD
FRYING
TEMPERATURE COOKING TIMES
INTERNAL TEMP/
DONENESS
Frozen French Fries 375ºF (191ºC) 2 to 3 minutes Brown and crisp
Fresh-Cut French Fries 375ºF (191ºC) 7 to 8 minutes Brown and crisp
Frozen Onion Rings 375ºF (191ºC) 2 to 3 minutes Brown and crisp
Frozen Fish Sticks 350ºF (177ºC) 2 to 3 minutes 145ºF (63ºC)
Frozen Butterflied Shrimp 350ºF (177ºC) 3 to 4 minutes 145ºF (63ºC)
Frozen Precooked Chicken
Tenders
375ºF (191ºC) 3 to 5 minutes 165ºF (74ºC)
Frozen Precooked Chicken
Wing Pieces
375ºF (191ºC) 8 to 10 minutes 165ºF (74ºC)
Fresh Chicken Wing Pieces 375ºF (191ºC) 7 to 9 minutes 165ºF (74ºC)
NOTES:
• Length of cooking time and temperature may vary based on
batch size and weight.
• For best results, fry a single layer of food for each batch.
• Frozen, uncooked chicken should be thawed, excess water
removed, and patted dry with paper towel prior to cooking.
• See “Frying Tips” on page 12 for more information to obtain
best results.
• Always follow package directions.
• When cooking meat, poultry, or fish, use cooking
thermometer to determine internal temperatures.
• Visit foodsafety.gov for more information on safe internal
cooking temperatures.
Frying Chart

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wWARNING Burn Hazard. To avoid eruptions and/or splatter
of hot oil, dry all fryer components thoroughly before using.
Cleaning Your Fryer
1. Unplug from wall outlet.
2. Wait until oil has cooled. This can take
several hours.
3. Remove lid; then remove basket from fryer.
4. Remove heating element assembly from
base and hook onto oil pot to drain.
5. Do not immerse heating element assembly
in water.
NOTE: To avoid damaging fryer, use care
when cleaning heating element assembly.
Gently wipe with soft cloth dampened with hot, soapy water.
6. Lift oil pot from base and pour out oil.
Wipe all excess oil or oil film from oil pot.
7. Clean base and oil pot with hot, soapy
water. Oil pot, basket, and lid assembly
may be washed in a dishwasher.
8. Remove vent cover and wash it in hot,
soapy water. Dry thoroughly.
9. Clean lid and basket in hot, soapy water. Position lid
vertically to drain and allow to dry thoroughly.

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Selecting and Changing the Frying Oil
• Use a good quality vegetable or peanut oil.
• Frying foods in butter, margarine, olive oil, or animal fat
is NOT recommended because of low-temperature smoke
point.
• DO NOT mix two types of oil.
• Change oil regularly to maintain optimum frying and flavor
quality.
• Oil used for french fries can be used 10 to 12 times before
changing if oil is filtered after each use. Oil used for food
that is high in protein (such as meat or fish) should be
changed more often.
• To filter oil, allow oil to completely cool. Cheesecloth or
paper towel may be used as a filter to strain oil.
• Always follow food package directions.
• DO NOT add fresh oil to used oil.
• Always change the oil if it starts to foam when heated, when
it has a strong smell or taste, or when it turns dark and/or
syrupy.
Before Frying
• Excess water or ice particles can cause hot oil to splatter or
foam. Remove any excess water from fresh food by blotting
with a paper towel. Remove any ice chunks or buildup from
frozen foods.
Frying Tips

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Frying Tips (cont.)
General Tips
• DO NOT use plastic utensils in hot oil.
• Season food AFTER frying.
• If food is not as crisp as desired, reduce batch size.
Disposing of Oil
• Pour cool oil into its original (resealable) empty plastic
bottle.
Basket Usage With Freshly Battered Foods
• Freshly battered foods should be carefully placed directly
into oil. First, lower basket completely and then carefully
place each piece of battered food into hot oil. Use basket to
remove fried battered foods.
Storage
• Basket handle can be disassembled from the basket. Place
oil pot in base and then place basket, basket handle, and
power cord in oil pot.
• It is best to store all oils in a cool, dark, dry place for up to
six months.
IF YOU LIVE IN A HIGH-ALTITUDE AREA:
The Extension service will have detailed information about
cooking for your area. To locate the Cooperative Extension
service in your county, please visit: http://www.csrees.usda.gov
/Extension.

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PROBLEM THINGS TO CHECK
Fried food does
not have a
golden-brown
color and/or is
not crispy.
• Selected temperature is too low or food
has not been fried long enough. Check food
package or Frying Chart on page 10 for
correct temperature or preparation time.
• There is too much food in basket. Never fry
too much food at one time. See food package
or recipe for correct frying amount. Food
pieces may be too thick to fry adequately.
• Volume of oil is too low.
Fryer gives
off a strong,
unpleasant odor.
• Oil isn’t fresh. Change oil. Filter oil regularly to
keep it fresh longer.
• When frying food with a high moisture
content (such as chicken or fries), change oil
frequently.
• Type of oil is not suitable for deep-frying food.
Use good quality frying oil. Do not mix two
different types of oil or fat.
Unit does not
heat. • Ensure magnetic cord assembly is properly attached to fryer socket.
• Ensure electrical cord assembly is plugged
into electrical outlet.
• Heating element assembly not correctly
assembled. Make sure heating element
assembly is properly installed on base. See
“How to Assemble the Fryer” on page 6.
• Press Reset button on heating element
assembly. Make sure fryer has recommended
amount of oil in oil pot.
Troubleshooting Tips

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PROBLEM THINGS TO CHECK
During frying, the
oil spills over the
edge of the fryer.
• There is too much oil in fryer. Make sure that oil
does not exceed maximum level mark.
• Basket/food immersed too quickly. Carefully
raise basket out of oil.
• Food contains too much liquid or coated with
ice crystals. Dry food thoroughly before placing
it in fryer. Follow instructions in “Frying” section
on page 7.
• When frying food with a high moisture content
(such as chicken or fries), change oil frequently.
• There is too much food in frying basket.
Oil foams too
much during
frying.
• Food contains too much liquid or coated with
ice crystals. Dry food thoroughly before placing
it in fryer.
• When frying food with a high moisture content
(such as chicken or fries), change oil frequently.
• Type of oil is not suitable for deep-frying food.
Use good quality frying oil. Do not mix two
different types of oil or fat.
• Basket/food immersed too quickly. Carefully
raise basket out of oil.
• The use of refrigerated oil may cause excessive
splattering. Use room-temperature oil.
• Oil pot has not been cleaned properly. See
instructions in the “Cleaning Your Fryer” section
on page 11.
Oil film buildup
on oil pot. • Use plastic scouring pad to clean. • To clean oil residue from oil pot, use a
household degreaser.
Troubleshooting Tips (cont.)

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LIMITED WARRANTY
This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and
Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any
other warranty or condition.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship
for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this
period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or
any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are
responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our
returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or
component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal
or greater value.
This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not
in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting
from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the
original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt,
as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty
is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or
subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating
label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz).
We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages
caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to
the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any
statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by
law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration
of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You
may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some
states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special,
incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not
apply to you.
To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please
call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit
proctorsilex.com in the U.S. or proctorsilex.ca in Canada. For faster service,
locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

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Pour utiliser un appareil électroménager, vous devez toujours prendre
des mesures élémentaires de sécurité pour réduire le risque d’incendie,
d’électrocution et/ou de blessure corporelle, en particulier les mesures
suivantes :
1. Lire toutes les instructions.
2. Cet appareil n’est pas destiné à être utilisé par des personnes (y
compris les enfants) dont les capacités physiques, sensorielles
ou mentales sont réduites, ou manquant d’expérience et de
connaissance, sauf si elles sont étroitement surveillées et instruites
sur l’utilisation de l’appareil par une personne responsable de leur
sécurité.
3. Une surveillance étroite est requise pour tout appareil utilisé par
ou près des enfants. Surveiller que les enfants ne jouent pas avec
l’appareil.
4. Ne pas toucher aux surfaces chaudes. Utiliser les poignées ou les
boutons.
5. Pour se protéger contre le risque de choc électrique, ne pas
immerger le cordon, la fiche ou le corps de la friteuse dans l’eau ou
autre liquide.
6. Assurer que le manche soit bien assemblé au panier et fixé en
place. Consulter les instructions détaillées de montage.
7. Débrancher la friteuse de la prise de courant lorsqu’elle n’est pas
utilisée et avant le nettoyage. La laisser refroidir avant d’y ajouter ou
d’y enlever des pièces ou de la nettoyer.
8. Ne pas faire fonctionner un appareil ménager avec une fiche ou un
cordon endommagé(e) ou lorsque l’appareil ne fonctionne pas bien
ou a été endommagé d’une manière quelconque. Appeler notre
numéro sans frais de service à la clientèle pour des renseignements
concernant l’examen, la réparation ou l’ajustement.
9. L’utilisation d’accessoires non recommandés ou non vendus par le
fabricant d’appareil pour ce modèle peut causer des blessures.
10. Ne pas utiliser à l’extérieur.
11. Ne pas laisser le cordon pendre du bord d’une table ou d’un
comptoir, ni toucher des surfaces chaudes.
12. Ne pas placer l’appareil sur ou près d’un brûleur à gaz ou électrique
chaud ou dans un four chauffé.
PRÉCAUTIONS IMPORTANTES

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13. Ne déplacer jamais la friteuse contenant de l’huile chaude.
14. Toujours brancher le cordon sur l’appareil d’abord, puis sur une
prise de courant murale. Pour débrancher, mettre tous les contacts
en position OFF (O/arrêt) et retirer la fiche de la prise murale.
15. Ne pas utiliser la friteuse à une fin autre que celle pour laquelle elle
a été conçue.
16. Pour réduire le risque de blessure, NE PAS remplir d’huile
au-dessus du repère de niveau maximal.
17. Toujours assurer que le pot à huile soit rempli au moins au niveau
minimum.
18. Ne jamais laisser la friteuse sans surveillance durant son utilisation.
19. Toujours sécher les aliments et enlever la glace avant de faire frire.
20. Toujours sécher complètement les éléments de la friteuse après les
avoir lavés et avant de faire frire.
21. Toujours frire avec le couvercle en place.
22. Ne jamais utiliser d’huile réfrigérée.
23. Ne jamais bloquer l’évent sur le couvercle. Ayez conscience de la
vapeur qui sort de l’évent.
24. Des émissions de vapeur peuvent entraîner des brûlures aux mains
ou aux doigts. Faites bien attention quand vous ouvrez le couvercle.
25. Toujours relever le panier à friture et le faire reposer sur le support
d’égouttage puis laisser égoutter les aliments avant de retirer le
panier de la cuve amovible.
CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS !

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Cet appareil est destiné à un usage domestique
uniquement.
Ce produit est conçu uniquement pour préparer, faire cuire
et servir des aliments. Ce produit n’est pas conçu pour une
utilisation avec toute autre matière ou produit non alimentaire.
wAVERTISSEMENT Risque de choc électrique : Ce produit
est fourni avec une fiche polarisée (une broche large) pour
réduire le risque d’électrocution. Cette fiche n’entre que dans un
seul sens dans une prise polarisée. Ne contrecarrez pas l’objectif
sécuritaire de cette fiche en la modifiant de quelque manière
que ce soit ou en utilisant un adaptateur. Si vous ne pouvez pas
insérer complètement la fiche dans la prise, inversez la fiche. Si
elle refuse toujours de s’insérer, faire remplacer la prise par un
électricien.
wAVERTISSEMENT Danger de brûlure.
• Vous serez éclaboussé par du liquide chaud si vous manquez
le support d’égouttage et laissez tomber accidentellement le
baquet à frire dans le liquide chaud. Ne vous penchez jamais
sur la friteuse sans couvercle.
• De l’huile chaude renversée d’une bassine à friture tirée par
mégarde du comptoir peut causer des brûlures sévères. Ne
jamais laisser le cordon d’alimentation pendre par l’extrémité
d’un comptoir. Il peut être saisi par un enfant et il peut se
mêler pendant l’usage. Ne jamais utiliser avec une rallonge.
Autre consigne de sécurité pour le consommateur

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*Pour commander des pièces :
Canada : 1.800.267.2826
Pièces et caractéristiques
1. Évents
2. Couvercle à évents amovibles*
3. Couvercle amovible*
4. Panier à friture avec poignée
amovible*
5. Support d’égouttage de baquet
6. Bouton de remise à zéro
7. Ensemble d’élément de chauffage
8. Pot à huile amovible*
9. Base*
10. Ensemble de cordon magnétique*
11. Lumière de courant marche
12. Thermostat ajustable
13. Lumière prête à cuire