Silvercrest SFM 850 A4 User manual

IAN 315048
MINI DEEP FAT FRYER WITH FONDUE SFM 850 A4
MINI-FRITTEUSE MIT FONDUE
Bedienungsanleitung
MINI DEEP FAT FRYER WITH FONDUE
Operating instructions
ΜΊΝΊ ΦΡΊΤΈΖΑ FONDUE
Οδηүίες χρήσης

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Contents
Introduction...................................................2
Intended use ..................................................2
Package contents and transport inspection .........................3
Disposal of the packaging.................................................. 3
Description of the appliance/accessories ...........................4
Technical details ...............................................4
Safety information .............................................5
Before first use ................................................8
Low-acrylamide cooking ........................................8
Deep frying ...................................................8
Preparations............................................................. 8
Frying foods............................................................ 11
Solid cooking fats .......................................................12
After frying ..................................................13
Fondue ......................................................13
Changing the cooking oil or fat ..................................14
Cleaning and care.............................................15
Storage .....................................................17
Tips .........................................................18
Home-made chips ....................................................... 18
Deep-frozen foods .......................................................18
How to prevent unwanted aftertaste ......................................... 19
Healthy nutrition......................................................... 19
Table – frying times ...........................................20
Troubleshooting ..............................................21
Appendix....................................................21
Disposal of the device ....................................................21
Kompernass Handels GmbH warranty .......................................22
Service................................................................ 23
Importer ............................................................... 23

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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance!
You have chosen a modern, high-quality product. These operating instructions
are part of the product. They contain important information about safety, usage
and disposal. Before using the product, please familiarise yourself with all
operating and safety instructions. This appliance may only be used as described
and for the purposes indicated. Please also pass these operating instructions on
to any future owner.
Intended use
This appliance is intended exclusively for deep-frying foods and for preparing
fondues with fat or stock in domestic households. This appliance is intended
solely for use in private households. Do not use it for commercial purposes.
Use the appliance only in dry places, and never use it outdoors.
This appliance is not intended for use…
–in staff kitchens in shops, offices and other commercial areas,
–by customers in hotels, motels and other residential facilities,
–in bed & breakfast accommodation,
–on agricultural estates.
WARNING
Danger if not used as intended!
The appliance may be hazardous if used for any other purpose or manner
than that intended.
► Use the appliance only for its intended purpose.
► Observe the procedures described in these operating instructions.
NOTE
► Using the appliance for a purpose other than the intended purpose can be
dangerous. Use the appliance only for its intended purpose. Observe the
procedures described in these operating instructions. Claims of any kind for
damage resulting from misuse, incompetent repairs, unauthorised
modification or the use of unauthorised spare parts will not be accepted.
The risk shall be borne solely by the user. This appliance is not a children’s
plaything.

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Package contents and transport inspection
The appliance is supplied with the following components as standard:
▯ Mini Deep Fat Fryer with Fondue
▯ Frying basket and handle
▯ Fondue ring
▯ 6 fondue skewers
▯ Operating instructions
1) Remove all parts of the appliance and the operating instructions from the box.
2) Remove all packaging materials and any adhesive labels from the appliance.
NOTE
► Check the package for completeness and signs of visible damage.
► If the package is not complete or has been damaged due to defective
packaging or transportation, contact the Service Hotline (see section
Service).
Disposal of the packaging
The packaging protects the appliance from transport damage. The packaging
materials are selected from the point of view of their environmental friendliness
and disposal technology and are therefore recyclable.
The recirculation of packaging into the material circuit saves on raw material and
reduces the amount of waste generated. Dispose of packaging material that is
no longer needed according to the regionally established regulations.
Dispose of the packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
Note the labelling on the packaging and separate the packaging material
components for disposal if necessary. The packaging material is labelled with
abbreviations (a) and numbers (b) with the following meanings:
1–7: Plastics,
20–22: Paper and cardboard,
80–98: Composites.
NOTE
► If possible, keep the original packaging of the device for the entire duration of
the warranty period so that the device can be packed properly for return
shipment in the event of a warranty claim.

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Description of the appliance/accessories
1Permanent metal filter
2Frying container
3Handle
4Cable retainer
5Temperature control
6Ready control lamp
7Power control lamp
8On/off switch (O/I)
9Lid release button
0Handle
qFrying basket
wFondue skewers
eFondue ring
Technical details
Mains voltage 230 V ∼ (alternating current), 50/60 Hz
Rated power 850 W
Capacity for cooking oil approx. 1.2 litres to MAX marking
Capacity for solid fats approx. 1 kg
All of the parts of this appliance that come
into contact with food are food-safe.

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Safety information
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
► Ensure that the power cable never becomes wet or damp
when the appliance is in use. Route the cable so that it
cannot be trapped or damaged in any way.
► Connect the appliance to a mains power socket supplying
a voltage of 230 V ∼, 50/60 Hz.
► To prevent accidents, have defective plugs and/or power
cables replaced immediately by an authorised specialist
technician or our Customer Service department.
Never immerse the appliance and the cable in water,
and do not clean these components under running
water.
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► This appliance must not to be used by children under the age
of 8. This appliance may be used by children aged 8 and
above if they are under constant supervision. This appliance
may be used by persons with limited physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge,
provided that they are under supervision or have been told
how to use the appliance safely and are aware of the
potential risks.
► The appliance and its connecting cable must be kept away
from children younger than 8 years old.
► Cleaning and maintenance may not be carried out by
children.
► Provide a stable location for the appliance.
► Do not operate the appliance if it has been dropped or is
damaged in any way. Have the appliance checked and/or
repaired by qualified technicians if necessary.

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WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Hot steam is released during the deep-frying process,
especially when the lid is opened. Keep a safe distance
away from the steam.
► Ensure that all parts are completely dry before pouring oil
or liquid fat into the deep fat fryer. Otherwise, hot oil or fat
could splatter out.
► Carefully pat all foodstuffs dry before placing them in the
deep fat fryer. Otherwise, hot oil or fat could splatter out.
► Be especially careful with frozen foodstuffs. Remove any ice
that may have formed on them. The more ice there is on the
foodstuff, the more the hot oil or fat will splatter.
► Some parts of the appliance become very hot during
operation. Touching these may cause serious burns.
► The appliance should be set up in a stable position using the
handles to avoid spillage of hot liquids.
WARNING! RISK OF FIRE!
► Do not use an external timing switch or a separate remote
control system to operate the appliance.
► Never melt solid fat (fat in blocks) in the deep fat fryer. Due
to the high temperatures that are generated before the fat
covers the heating element, the heating element can be
damaged or there could be a fire! Melt the fat beforehand
in a saucepan or similar.

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WARNING! RISK OF FIRE!
► Do not use the appliance near hot surfaces.
► Never leave the appliance unattended while it is being used.
Caution! Hot surface!
NEVER use water to extinguish a fire in the
deep fat fryer!
► Old or dirty fats and oils can spontaneously ignite if
overheated. Change the oils or fats regularly. In the case of
a fire, remove the plug from the mains power socket and
smother the burning fat or oil with a damp towel or fire
blanket.
CAUTION! APPLIANCE DAMAGE!
► When filling the frying container with fat, never fill it to
above the MAX marking or to below the MIN marking.
Whenever you intend to switch the appliance on, first ensure
that there is sufficient oil or fat in the deep fat fryer.
► Never switch the appliance on if there is no oil or liquid fat
in it. Otherwise the appliance may overheat.
► This deep fat fryer is suitable only for frying foodstuffs. It is
not designed for cooking liquids.
► If you use the fondue function on this appliance, bear in
mind that you can only do classic fondue with oil/fat or
stock. Do not use the appliance for chocolate or cheese
fondue.

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Before first use
Before you use the deep fat fryer for the first time, please clean all individual
components thoroughly and carefully dry them (see chapter “Cleaning and
care”).
Low-acrylamide cooking
Acrylamide is a possibly carcinogenic substance formed from a reaction with
amino acids when frying foodstuffs with a high starch content. The formation
of acrylamide increases dramatically at temperatures of more than 175°C.
You should therefore avoid frying foodstuffs with a high starch content, for
example chips, at temperatures above 170°C. The foodstuffs should only be
fried to golden-yellow, instead of dark or brown. This is the only way to achieve
low-acrylamide cooking.
Deep frying
We recommend cooking oil or liquid cooking fat for use in this deep fat fryer.
You can also use solid cooking fats. Read the chapter “Solid cooking fats” for
more information.
Preparations
1) Place the appliance on a horizontal, level, stable and heat-resistant surface.
NOTE
► If you wish to place the deep fat fryer below the cooker extraction hood,
ensure that the cooker is switched off.
2) Unwind all of the power cable from the cable retainer 4.
3) Press the lid release button 9. The appliance lid flips open.
4) Remove the frying basket qand attach the handle 0:

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–Press the handle rods 0together so that the holding pins can be
inserted into the eyelets on the frying basket q:
–Loosen your grip on the pressed-together rods on the handle 0so that
the holding pins project into the holes:

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–Pull the handle 0backwards so that it clicks into place:
–The handle 0is now seated firmly on the frying basket q.
NOTE
► Only use oils or fats which are specifically labelled as non-foaming and are
suitable for deep frying. This information is to be found on the packaging or
the label.
► Never mix different types of oil or fat! The deep fat fryer could froth over.
5) Fill the dry and empty frying container 2with cooking oil, liquid or molten
fat (about 1.2 litres of oil or about 1 kg of solid fat).
NOTE
► When filling the frying container 2with oil or fat, never fill it to above the
MAX marking or to below the MIN marking.
WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
► The power cable must not come into contact with the hot parts of the deep
fat fryer. Danger of electric shock!
6) Replace the frying basket q.
7) Close the lid so that it clicks into place.

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Frying foods
CAUTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► Never operate the deep fat fryer without oil/fat!
1) Insert the plug into a mains power socket.
2) Set the on/off switch 8to the position “I”. The Power control lamp 7lights up.
3) Turn the temperature control 5to the desired temperature. The cooking oil or
the fat is now heated up to the required temperature. When the required
temperature has been reached, the Ready control lamp 6lights up.
NOTE
► We recommend allowing the appliance to heat up for 10 – 15 minutes
before you start frying.
NOTE
The correct frying temperature is to be found either on the packaging of the
food to be deep-fried or in the "Table – frying times" in these operating
instructions. A rough guide as to which foods should be fried at which
temperature is provided by the figures on the front of the deep fat fryer:
Symbol Food Temperature
Prawns 130°C
Chicken 150°C
Chips (fresh) 170°C
Fish 190°C
The values given are only for guidance. The temperature can vary
depending on the properties of the foods and personal taste!

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WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► The lid and the deep fat fryer become extremely hot during the deep-frying
process. Therefore, do not touch anything except the handles 3during
deep-frying! Risk of burns! We recommend the use of oven gloves.
4) Press the lid release button 9.
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Take care when filling the frying basket q! It is extremely hot!
5) Lift the frying basket qout of the deep fat fryer. Add the food to be fried. The
frying basket qmay only be filled to the extent that the food is completely
covered with fat when the frying basket qis lowered into the deep fat fryer.
Do not exceed the MAX marking on the frying basket q.
6) Carefully lower the frying basket qinto the hot oil or fat.
7) Close the appliance lid.
NOTE
► The frying process can be monitored through the viewing window in the lid
of the appliance.
Solid cooking fats
To prevent fat from spraying and the appliance from becoming too hot, please
take the following precautions when using solid frying fat:
■ When using fresh fat, start by melting the blocks of fat slowly, under low
heat, in a normal saucepan. Then carefully pour the molten fat into the deep
fat fryer. Only when this has been done should you insert the plug into a
mains power socket and switch the deep fat fryer on.
■ After use, store the deep fat fryer with the solidified fat at room temperature.
■ If the fat gets too cold, it could splatter out upon re-melting! To avoid this,
pierce a few holes in the solidified fat with a wooden or plastic skewer.
Ensure that you do not damage the frying container coating 2.
■ To melt the fat, plug the appliance into the mains power socket, set the on/
off switch 8to the “I” position and turn the temperature control 5to
130˚C. The Power control lamp 7lights up.
■ Wait until all of the fat has melted. The Ready control lamp 6may come on
and go out several times during this process. Do not set the desired frying
temperature until all of the fat has melted.

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After frying
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Never touch the frying basket qdirectly after deep frying. It is extremely
hot! Lift the frying basket qout of the deep fat fryer only by the handles 0!
1) When the fried food is ready, press the lid release button 9so that the lid
pops open.
2) Lift the frying basket qand hang it on the rim of the appliance so that excess
fat can drip off.
3) Turn the temperature control 5to MIN.
4) To switch the appliance off, set the on/off switch 8to the “O” position.
5) Pull the plug out of the power socket.
6) Once the fried food has dripped dry, lift the frying basket qcarefully out
of the deep fat fryer.
7) Tip the fried food into a bowl or a sieve (lined with absorbent kitchen paper!).
If you do not use the deep fat fryer regularly, it is advisable to store the cooled
oil in well-sealed bottles or other frying containers – preferably in the refrigerator
or a similar cool storage location. Fill the bottles through a fine sieve in order to
remove any food particles from the oil.
Fondue
You can use this deep fat fryer as a fondue pot.
CAUTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► Do not use the appliance to make chocolate or cheese fondues!
Use only fat/oil or stock when preparing a fondue with this appliance.
1) Prepare the appliance as described in the section “Preparations”.
2) Open the appliance lid and place the fondue ring eon the edge of the
frying container 2and close the lid again.
3) Insert the plug into a power socket.
4) Set the on/off switch 8to the “I” position. The Power control lamp 7lights up.

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5) Set the temperature control 5to the desired temperature level.
For a classic fondue with oil/fat: use the table in the section “Frying foods” as
a guide depending on which type of food you want to fry.
For fondue with stock: Set a temperature between 90 and 110°C (around
100°C); the stock should just simmer (not boil).
6) When the set temperature has been reached, open the lid.
7) Skewer some food onto the fondue skewers wand place the fondue
skewers wcarefully into the frying contaisner 2. You can place one
fondue skewer win each indentation on the fondue ring e.
Depending on the type and size, the skewered food will be ready in a few
minutes.
8) Take out the fondue skewer wcarefully and remove the food. You can then
skewer more food onto the fondue skewer wand lower it into the hot oil/
stock.
9) When you are finished with the fondue, turn the temperature control 5to
Min, set the on/off switch 8 to the “O” position and pull the plug out of the
mains power socket.
Changing the cooking oil or fat
Do not change the oil until it has completely cooled down. Solid fats must still be
in a slightly liquid state so that they can be poured.
1) Press the lid release button 9and remove the lid (see chapter “Cleaning and
care”).
2) Remove the frying basket q.
3) Hold the appliance by the side handles 3 and pour out the oil or fat via the
rear left corner, which has a pouring notch ( ), into suitable containers such
as bottles. Ideally, use a funnel to do this.
NOTE
► The disposal of cooking oils and fats is regulated differently in every
community or town. Disposal of such oils or fats in the normal household
refuse is often prohibited. Make enquiries at your local community or town
administration office about suitable disposal methods.
4) Thoroughly clean all parts of the deep fat fryer as described in the chapter
“Cleaning and care”.
5) Refill the deep fat fryer with fresh oil or fat as described in the chapter “Deep
frying”.

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Cleaning and care
WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
► Always remove the plug from the mains power socket before cleaning the
appliance.
Under no circumstances should the appliance be immersed in liquids!
This could result in a potentially fatal electric shock, and the appliance
could be damaged.
WARNING! RISK OF BURNS!
► Allow the appliance to cool down completely before cleaning it.
CAUTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► When cleaning the components, do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaning
agents or materials such as scouring milk or steel wool. These could damage
the upper surface of the appliance!
To simplify cleaning, dismantle the deep fat fryer:
1) Open the cover over the permanent metal filter 1and remove it:

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2) Open the appliance lid. Push a rod or similar into the holes on the hinge
mountings on the rear of the appliance and pull the lid up and out of the hinge
mountings at the same time
3) Remove the frying basket q.
■ The frying basket qcan be cleaned in the dishwasher. It is
dishwasher-safe. However, remove the handle 0beforehand.
NOTE
► Before first use, the frying basket qmust be rinsed by hand. Before
cleaning the frying basket qin the dishwasher, it must be dipped into oil.
► Dry the frying basket qwell before re-use.
■ As soon as the fat/oil has cooled down, tip it out of the frying container 2
(see section “Changing the cooking oil or fat”).
■ Clean the handle 0, the permanent metal filter 1, the fondue skewers w
and the fondue ring ein warm water with a little mild washing-up liquid.
Afterwards, rinse all the parts off using clean water.
■ Clean the housing and the frying container 2with a damp cloth. If required,
use a mild washing-up liquid on the cloth. Afterwards, wipe clean with a
cloth moistened only with water to ensure that no detergent remains in the
frying container 2. Dry the housing and the frying container 2thoroughly.

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■ Clean the appliance lid in warm water using a mild detergent. Rinse the
appliance lid off with clear water. Dry the appliance lid well and then place
it upright on its side so that any excess water still inside the lid can drain
away. Be aware that the lid must be completely dry before re-use!
■ Clean the permanent metal filter 1in warm water with a little detergent,
then rinse it with clear water.
4) Dry all parts well before assembly.
5) Replace the permanent metal filter 1in the cavity in the device lid and close
cover over the permanent metal filter 1.
6) Replace the lid on the appliance so that the hinges grip into the hinge supports
on the rear side of the appliance and sit firmly in place.
NOTE
► Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service
representative or Customer Service.
Storage
1) Lift or carry the appliance using the side handles 3on the housing.
2) Wrap the power cable around the cable retainer 4on the rear of the
appliance. Push one of the pins of the mains plug into one of the holes on the
cable retainer 4to hold the mains plug in place:
3) The handle 0of the frying basket q can be removed for storage and laid in
the frying basket qso that frying basket qcan be placed in the deep fat
fryer.
4) Store the appliance with the appliance lid closed. This will keep the inside of
the deep fat fryer clean and free of dust.