Salton DF-1114 User manual

‘ultimate’
deep fryer
Instruction Booklet
Model: DF-1114
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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 or knobs. Do not touch areas
around opening and vents that may become hot.
3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord or plugs in water
or other liquid.
4. Do not allow children to operate this appliance. Close supervision is
necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. 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.
6. DO 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 Salton for examination, repair or adjustment. See Warranty.
7. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Salton may
cause hazards.
8. DO NOT use outdoors.
9. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
10. DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot
liquids or hot oil. Hot oil is very dangerous and can cause serious burns.
12. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To
disconnect, turn any control to ‘OFF’, then remove plug from wall outlet.
13. This appliance is for Household Use Only. DO NOT use appliance for other
than intended use.
14. NEVER leave the appliance unattended while in use.
15. This product is for oil deep frying of food only. It should not be used for
any other task such as heating wax or cooking soups or casseroles.
16. To avoid personal injury, always position your fryer well back from the edge
of the counter or table. Always use your fryer on a dry, flat, stable, heat
resistant surface.
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17. Only use the Control Plate Assembly/Heater Tube in the Removable Fry Bowl
or fire could result. Never use in any other container or for heating any
other liquid other than oil. After cleaning, place the Fry Bowl back into the
Base and position the Control Plate Assembly/Heater Tube correctly in the
Fry Bowl.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAFETY RELEASE POWER CORD
A short supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards of becoming entangled in
or tripping over a long cord. The cord should be arranged so that it will not
drape over the counter top or table top, where it can be pulled on by children or
tripped over spilling hot oil. Do not allow the cord to run underneath or to be
wrapped around the appliance as this may impair the function of the magnetic
safety release.
The Safety Release power cord attaches to the appliance with a magnetic
connector. This magnetic connector will detach from the appliance if the cord is
pulled on accidentally. DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD.
The magnetic end fits into the socket of the fryer in only one direction. Always
attach the magnetic end of the cord directly to the fryer socket prior to plugging
into a wall outlet. When disconnecting, always remove the plug from the wall
outlet first.
If the magnetic power cord becomes damaged in any way, contact Salton
Canada at the address listed at the back of this booklet for a replacement. DO
NOT attempt to permanently attach the power cord to this appliance. DO NOT
use any other power cord on this appliance.
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in 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 modify the plug in any way.
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DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
1. Cover
2. Cover Handle
3. Permanent Filter
4. Viewing Window
5. Frying Basket/Handle Assembly
6. Control Plate Assembly/Heater Tube
7. Temperature Control Dial
8. Removable Fry Bowl
9. Pouring Spout
10. Base
BEFORE FIRST USE AND ASSEMBLY
1. Before using for the first time, wash the Fry Bowl and Frying
Basket/Handle Assembly in warm soapy water or in the dishwasher.
Ensure that the Cover is completely dry before using the fryer.
2. Wipe the Control Plate with paper towels or a damp cloth. NEVER
IMMERSE ANY PORTION OF THE CONTROL PLATE IN WATER OR ANY
OTHER LIQUID.
3. When all of the parts are dry, reassemble the Fryer.
a) Place the Fry Bowl into the Base. NOTE: The Pouring Spout on the
Fry Bowl should be at the opposite the end of the Base that has the
hole on the top edge. The Fry Bowl should slide into the Base
without any resistance.
b) Place the Control Plate Assembly over the end of the Fry Bowl with
the Pouring Spout.
c) Slide the Frying Basket/Handle tongue into the hole at the top of the
Base.
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HOW TO USE
1. Once the Fryer has been assembled (do not include the basket), add the
cooking oil between the MIN (2.8 L/Q) and MAX (3.2 L/Q) oil levels
indicated on the Heater Tube. IMPORTANT: Never heat the Fryer without oil.
2. Attach the Magnetic Cord to the Fryer then plug into the wall outlet. (If
the Magnetic Cord is positioned upside down, it will not attach.)
3. Press the On/Off Switch at the back of the Fryer to the On Position (1) and
the Power Indicator Light will turn on. It will stay on until the switch is
either pressed to the off position (0), the plug is disconnected from the
appliance or the plug is removed from the
wall outlet.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The magnetic cord is
designed to detach easily from the fryer in case
a child accidentally pulls on the cord. If it is
bumped or touched during use, it could
accidentally detach during operation.
4. Most deep frying is done at 190°C /375°F, the MAX marking on the
Temperature Control Dial. When the selected temperature has been
reached, the Ready Light will go out.
NOTE: The Ready Light will cycle on and off as the selected temperature is
maintained.
5. Place food into the Frying Basket. The Basket will hold approximately
1.2 kg (2.6 lbs) of food. DO NOT fill the Basket above the top edge.
6. Slide the Basket Tongue into the hole in the Base. Holding the
Basket slightly forward so the Basket stops in the ‘draining’ position,
above the oil.
7. Place the Cover on the Fryer. Then tilt the basket back towards yourself to
release the Basket from the ‘draining’ position and lower it gently into the
oil.
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8. Once the food is cooked, raise the Basket to the ‘Drain’ position before
removing the Cover. Turn the Temperature Control to the MIN position and
press the On/Off Switch to the Off position (‘0’). Unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet. Lift the Cover by the Handle and remove the Cover.
IMPORTANT: To avoid escaping steam, always open the Cover away from you.
NOTE: DO NOT allow food to remain in the Basket in the drain position
over the hot steam for an extended period of time. Food will lose its crispness.
FRYING TIME TABLE
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FOOD APPROXIMATE FRYING
TIME (MINUTES)
Chicken, breaded 9 - 11
Chicken strips 3 – 4
French fries, thin 4 - 6
French fries, medium 6 - 7
French fries, frozen 8 - 10
Fish cakes or balls 4 – 6
Fish fillets 4 – 6
Fish fillet in batter 5 – 7
Frozen fish 10 - 11
Shrimps 4 - 5
Onion rings 3 - 4
Mushrooms 4 - 6
Donuts 3 - 4
fig 2 fig 3
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HELPFUL HINTS
• Use only good quality cooking oil that is suitable for deep frying. The oil
should have a high smoke point. These include Peanut, Canola, Cotton
Seed and Vegetable oils.
• The oil must be filtered regularly and changed after 8 to 10 uses. If the
oil is dirty it can overheat at a much lower temperature. This can cause
the oil to catch fire.
NOTE: If oil has been used for cooking seafood, it should be discarded.
• Prepare the food to be cooked by cutting into uniform size pieces so they
will cook evenly.
• Adding wet food to cooking oil will cause oil to splatter or foam. Always
pat food dry before cooking. Remove excess water, ice or frost from
food. Shake frozen foods over a sink or paper towels to detach pieces
of ice.
• Fill the basket before placing it in the deep fryer.
• When cooking French Fries, cook for 1 minute then lift the basket to the
draining position for 1 minute to allow the oil to recover to its initial
temperature. After one minute, lower the basket back into the oil and
continue frying until done.
• The magnetic cord is designed to detach easily from the fryer in case a
child accidentally pulls on the cord. As a result, if the cord is bumped or
touched during use it could accidentally detach during operation. If the
cord is touched, check to be sure that the Power Indicator Light is on. If
the light is off, remove the plug from the wall outlet, reconnect the cord
to the fryer then plug back into the wall outlet.
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CARE AND CLEANING
1. Unplug cord from wall outlet. Allow oil to cool. NOTE: Oil retains its
temperature for a long time after use and could take 2 – 3 hours. Do
not attempt to empty the Fryer until the oil has cooled completely. Do
not move or carry the Fryer while it is still hot.
2. Once oil has cooled remove the Control Plate Assembly and place on
paper towels. IMPORTANT: Never immerse the Control Plate Assembly in
water. Wipe the Control Plate Assembly with a damp cloth or paper
towels. Dry thoroughly.
3. Remove the Fry Bowl and use the Pouring Spout to pour the oil into an
airtight container. If the oil is to be reused, strain the oil through a coffee
filter into the container. Seal the container and store in a cool dark place.
4. The Basket, Fry Bowl, Base and Cover can be washed in warm soapy
water or in the dishwasher. NOTE: The Basket should be placed on the
top rack of the dishwasher only.
5. When all parts are completely dry, reassemble the Fryer and store in a dry
location.
NOTE:
• DO NOT IMMERSE CONTROL PLATE ASSEMBLY/HEATER TUBE, CORD OR
PLUG IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
• DO NOT USE STEEL WOOL OR ABRASIVE CLEANERS ON ANY PART OF
YOUR APPLIANCE.
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RECIPES
Deep Fried Fish
180 ml (3/4 cup) corn starch
60 ml (¼ cup) flour
5 ml (1 tsp.) baking powder
3 ml (½ tsp.) salt
1.5 ml (¼ tsp.) pepper
125 ml (1/3 cup) beer
1 egg, slightly beaten
900 g (2 lbs.) white fish
Add all dry ingredients to a bowl and mix. Add beer and egg, stir until
smooth. Cut fish into 7.5cm (3”) lengths.
Follow directions in the How to Use section.
Cook until batter is golden brown. Place on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Chicken Fingers
450 g (1 lb.) boneless chicken breasts
500 ml (2 cups) milk
2 eggs
375 ml (1-1/2 cups) all purpose flour
170 ml (2/3 cup) Parmesan cheese
5 ml (1 tsp.) chili spice
10 ml (2 tsp.) oregano
10 ml (2 tsp.) basil
10 ml (2 tsp.) garlic powder
Cut chicken into strips. Combine milk and egg. Place chicken strips in mixture
and soak for 30 minutes. Combine flour and remaining ingredients in a plastic
bag. Remove chicken strips from mixture and let excess moisture drip off. Add
a few chicken strips at a time to the plastic bag and shake. Place chicken
strips on a platter and chill in the refrigerator for several hours.
Turn the Temperature Control Knob to MAX and follow the directions in the
How to Use section. Fry until golden brown and crispy. Place on paper towels
to remove excess oil.
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Fried Cheese
½ lb. (225 g) Gruyère or Mozzarella Cheese
½ cup (125 ml) all purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
Cut cheese into 2.5 cm (½”) cubes. Dust with flour then dip in beaten egg and
then into breadcrumbs. Press breadcrumbs onto the cheese then dip again
into egg and breadcrumbs. Place in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
Cheese must be kept cold or it will melt too quickly.
Turn the Temperature Control Knob to the MAX setting and follow the
directions in the How to Use section.
Cook for 2 – 3 minutes until golden brown. Turn once during cooking. Place
on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Donuts
45 ml (3 tbsp.) vegetable shortening
170 ml (2/3 cup) sugar
1 egg, beaten
170 ml (2/3 cup) milk
5 ml (1 tsp.) cinnamon
4 ml (¾ tsp.) salt
750 ml (3 cups) flour
25 ml (5 tsp.) baking powder
powdered sugar
Cream shortening and sugar. Add the beaten egg then stir in milk. Add the
cinnamon, salt, flour and baking powder. Make the dough stiff enough to be
rolled out on a floured surface to about 6 mm (¼”). Cut out with doughnut
cutter.
Follow directions in the How to Use section.
Fry until golden brown. Place on paper towels to remove excess oil. Sprinkle
with powdered sugar.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Salton Canada warrants that this appliance shall be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During this
‘in-warranty’ period, defective products will be repaired or replaced at the discretion
of the retailer and/or Salton Canada. This warranty covers normal domestic usage
and does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failure which results from
alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, glass breakage, neglect, commercial use or
improper maintenance.
A defective product should be returned to the original place of purchase within the
retailer’s stipulated return/exchange period*. If you are unable to have a defective
product replaced under warranty by the retailer, please check our website at
“www.salton.com” for the service centre nearest you. You may also contact us for
assistance by mail, e-mail, fax or telephone as listed below.
To ensure prompt ‘in-warranty’ service securely package and return the product to us
prepaid. Be sure to include the original proof of purchase and a description of the
defect along with your address and postal code.
For repairs not covered by the warranty, please contact us for assistance.
SALTON CANADA
Customer Service Department
81A Brunswick,
Dollard-des-Ormeaux,
Quebec, Canada H9B 2J5
website: www.salton.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Fax: [phone]
Tel: [phone]
* Return/exchange policies at each retailer vary and may differ from the SALTON Canada 1 year limited
warranty period.
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