Tesco DF10 User manual

rear of the appliance and store the fryer safely in a cool dry
Cleaning the Fryer place out of the reach of children and pets.
Cleaning should be carried out when the fryer is unplugged
Storing The Oil
from the mains. The fryer and the oil should be completely
cool. When cleaning, avoid the use of abrasive cleaning If you store the oil separately: Remove the basket handle.
materials as these may damage the appliance surfaces. Place the handle in the basket. Place the basket in the fryer and
Remove the basket from the fryer. Remove the lid, and remove close the lid.
the filter from the grease trap. For guidance on removing and If you store the fryer with oil in the tank: Store it with the
repositioning these items see P 4. basket in the lowered (frying) position and the lid closed.
Two-piece Filter: Remove the filter before cleaning the lid. Lift Ensure the fryer is securely stored in a cupboard or in a place
and remove the grease trap cover. Refer to Page 4. Remove the where the oil is unlikely to spill or get contaminated.
two filters and check their condition. Making Replacement Filters
The filters can be used about fifty times before replacement. This
depends on the nature of the food and the period of cooking. You may make your own filters very easily. You will need both
charcoal and plain filter sheets available from kitchen
Cleaning the basket: The basket and handle should be accessory stores. Place a sheet of paper in the filter recess and
washed in warm soppy water, rinsed and dried. draw around the inside to make a template. Cut the template
Cleaning the lid: The appliance lid and the cover of the with a pair of sharp scissors and make a pair of filters.
grease trap should also be washed in warm soppy water, rinsed Fit the new filters as previously described.
and dried.
Cleaning the Oil Tank: Ensure the appliance is fully cool, the
lid has been removed and the unit is unplugged. Carefully lift
and tilt the appliance to the left and pour the oil off into a
suitable receptacle from the left rear corner. (If you are left-
handed use the right corner.) Pour warm soapy water into the
tank and wash it well. Rinse in fresh water and allow to dry.
If you intend to re-use the oil: filter it well.
If you are using solid fat: Remove the basket before the fat
has cooled. Remove as much of the cooled fat as possible with
a plastic spatula before washing the tank. Ensure the washing
water is hot enough to remove all traces of fat from the tank.
When washing the oil tank ensure you do not damage the
interior surface.
Wipe the body of the fryer with a damp cloth and dry well.
Never immerse the body in any liquid.
Cleaning the moisture trap:
Remove the moisture trap at
the rear of the appliance;
empty, clean and replace it.
When all the components are cleaned and dried:
Re-assemble the fryer. Replace the filters in the correct order -
the white one underneath and the charcoal filter on top.
Replace the mains cable in the storage compartment at the
Warranty
Your appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months from
the date of purchase. If a fault develops during this period,
please return the unit to your nearest Tesco store together with
the original receipt as proof of purchase. This warranty in no
way affects your consumer rights.
Specification
Model: DF10 Deep Fryer
Power: 220-240 VAC 50Hz, 1500- 1800W
Tank Capacity: 2.2 litres max.
Weight: 2.5Kg
THIS PRODUCT MUST BE EARTHED
The times given here are approximate and should be adjusted to suit quantities, portion sizes and individual taste.
Item Weight Temp. Frying Time
Fresh Chips 700g 190ºC 10-15 minutes
Frozen Chips 700g 190ºC 13-18 minutes
Fish 500g 150ºC 8-12minutes
Whitebait (just sufficient to cover the basket area) 190ºC 2-3 minutes
Fresh cod or haddock in batter 500g 190ºC 10-15 minutes
Frozen cod or haddock in batter 500g 170ºC 12-18 minutes
Frozen plaice 600g 190ºC 12-18 minutes
Frozen Hamburgers 4(qty) 150ºC 8-10 minutes
Chicken portions in Crumbs 600g 170ºC 12-18 minutes
Fresh crumbed chicken drumsticks 600g 170ºC 12-15 minutes
Frozen veal escalopes 500g 170ºC 8-10 minutes
Frying Guide Time and Temperature Chart
DF10 Deep Fryer User Guide
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Lower the filled basket into the oil. Close the lid. Ensure the
Cooking With the Fryer slots in the lid fit snugly over the handle.
Cooking with the fryer is a two part process.
First the tank must be filled with the correct amount of oil
and be preheated to the correct temperature.
Only when this process is complete should you proceed to
the cooking stage.
Fill the tank with oil
At the rear of the oil tank there are two marks MIN and MAX.
Pour in sufficient oil to reach the MAX mark. Do not overfill.
The capacity of the tank is 2.2 litres - 1.8 litres is needed to
cover the MIN mark. There should always be sufficient oil in the
tank to cover the MIN mark.
Corn oil, sunflower oil, ground nut oil and vegetable oil are all
suitable for use with the fryer. You may use solid vegetable fat
but this is much more difficult to handle. Solid fat should be
melted in a separate pan before transferring it to the tank.
Do not use margarine, butter or olive oil. Do not mix
different oils and fats.
Lightly smear the viewing window with a little oil. This will Hints on Using Your Fryer
prevent it from getting fogged by condensation and allow you Use a recommended oil - do not mix oils or fats.
to view the food while it cooks. Take into account the type of food when you set the frying
temperature. Generally, precooked foods need a higher
Ensure the frying basket is in the Frying position.
cooking temperature than raw foods.
Close the lid: Close the lid of the fryer by pressing down at If you need to add oil, do so between batches. Allow a short
both sides. This will prevent steam from escaping. time for the oil to heat up to the right temperature.
Plug the fryer into the mains. Gently pull the cable out from Ensure there is enough room to open the appliance lid and
the storage compartment at the rear of the fryer. Plug the fryer operate the frying basket.
into the mains point and switch on the power at the mains Cook food thoroughly. Remember that food may turn
Preheat The Oil - Do not omit this process! golden brown before it has cooked through.
Use the fryer in well ventilated conditions. All food,
Set the correct oil temperature for the food by moving the contains moisture which turns to steam during frying. Most of
thermostat lever to the appropriate position. this steam escapes through the filter in the lid.
After about 15 minutes the oil will be at the correct temperature Do not lean over the fryer when cooking food or when
and the POWER light will change from Red to Green. opening the lid.
Note: when used for the first time the fryer may emit a slight Check the progress of the food during cooking by raising
odour. This is harmless and quite normal. The odour will cease the basket and view the food through the viewing window.
after a very short time.
COOKING When The Food Is Cooked
When the oil is at the correct temperature: Wait a few seconds to let the steam subside. Now open the lid
fully. Be careful as there may be steam in the fryer.
Open the fryer lid, lift the basket up and hook it over the front of
the oil tank. The hooks should lie in the recess at the front of the Shake the basket slightly to remove excess oil. Raise the basket,
fryer. hook it over the front edge of the oil well and transfer the food
carefully to a heatproof utensil using heatproof tongs or a
metal spoon.
Return the basket to the fryer and close the lid.
If the food is not fully cooked: Close the lid, lower the basket
into the oil, and continue the cooking process.
When cooking has been completed
Return the basket to the fryer, switch off the mains socket and
unplug the fryer. Now leave the appliance to cool fully before
cleaning.
Note: If you are using solid fat, remove the basket from the fryer
before the fat in the tank solidifies. Wash the basket in hot
Place the food to be cooked (which should be as dry as soapy water. Use great care as the fat may splatter when it
possible) in the basket. Do not overfill the basket. comes into contact with the water. Alternatively, leave the basket
Always have the basket in the raised position when filling it. on a heatproof surface to cool after removing it from the fryer.
Set the temperature for cooking the food according to the
frying guide on Page 6. The POWER light will come on.
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Deep Fryer
USER GUIDE
DF10
Tesco Stores Ltd, Delamare Road,
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$Read all the instructions and retain them. appliance parts. Children should not operate this
appliance.
$During and after use parts of the appliance are HOT. Do not
touch areas such as the metal surface of the frying well until $This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
they arecool. children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
$Unplug the fryer from the mains after use and allow it to they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
cool before handling or cleaning any parts. use of the appliances by a person responsible for their
$The oil or fat in the deep fryer will stay hot for some time safety.
after use. Do not move the fryer until it is completely cool.
$Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
To lift the appliance, use the recessed handle grips at the play with the appliance.
sides.
$Do not use the deep fryer with a damaged cord or plug or
$Do not touch hot surfaces, use oven gloves. after the appliance, or frying basket has malfunctioned or
$Do not pour oil out of the deep fryer when the oil and the is damaged. Seek expert advice.
appliance are hot. Allow them to cool first. This can take at
$Do not use extension leads with kitchen equipment they
least 3 hours depending on ambient temperatures and the increase the risk of accidents.
oil temperature.
$If you are using solid fat, melt this gently in a separate pan
$Never connect the deep fryer to the electricity supply and pour it into the oil tank before switching on. Do not
without placing the oil in the tank. melt solid fat in the fryer by placing it in the basket or you
$Never operate the fryer when the oil in the tank is above the may damage the appliance.
maximum or below the minimum mark. The minimum
$Renew cooking oil regularly. Used oil may contain
amount of oil is 1.8 litres. The maximum is 2.2 litres. contaminants, lower smoking temperatures and cause
$Do not immerse the body of the deep fryer or the electrical excess foaming and spattering.
cord or plug in water or liquids.
$Always dry food before frying as moist foods cause excess
$Do not place the deep fryer on or near a hot gas or electric foaming and spattering. Even small amounts of water may
burner or near a heated oven or allow it to touch curtains, cause the oil to spatter.
wall coverings, clothing, dishtowels or other flammable
$Never overload the frying basket. If too much food is fried
materials during use. at the same time, the food will not get crisp and may cause
$Ensure ample clearance around and above the appliance excess foaming and spattering.
so you can work safely.
$After completion of frying permit the food to drain before
$Use the deep fryer on stable heat-resistant surfaces. removing the basket.
$Do not exposed the fryer to direct sunlight. $This appliance is for household use. Do not use for any
$Operate the fryer with the controls facing you. Do not purpose not expressly specified in this manual.
reach across the appliance while it is operating or when it is $There are no user serviceable parts in your deep fryer.
hot. Unauthorised dismantling or servicing will void the product
$Steam builds up during cooking and will escape when you warranty.
open the lid. Stand back when opening the lid. Always $The deep fryer must not be left unattended while it is
open the lid away from you. connected to the supply mains.
$Never leave the deep fryer unattended when it is connected Electrical Information
to the electricity supply.
$Make sure that the power cable does not touch any hot Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage of your
surface or overhang a table edge. electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating
plate of the appliance.
$Do not use the deep fryer outdoors.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
$Do not place the fryer under any overhead cupboards
when in use.
$Do not use attachments or accessories not recommended
by the manufacturer.
$Close supervision is necessary when an appliance is used
near children. Parents must warn children not to touch hot
The ultimate disconnection is the mains plug. Always make
sure the mains plug on the unit is readily operable and capable
of being unplugged in an emergency.
Safety Guide-Please Read Carefully
DF10 Deep Fryer User Guide
Unpacking the deep fryer
Introduction
In the box you should find:
Your deep fryer features a cool-wall body and a removable lid
for easy cleaning. A dual action filter in the lid absorbs cooking $The deep fryer
vapours and smells. $Frying basket with separate handle
Please read all the instructions before using the appliance. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your nearest
Read all the safety notes carefully.If you pass the fryer on to a Tesco store for assistance. Retain the packaging. If you dispose
third party, include these instructions. of it do so in accordance with any recycling regulations in your
area.
Your Deep Fryer Components
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Viewing Window Grease Trap
Hinged Lid
Temperature
Settings
Controls & Indicators
Oil Tank
Power
Indicator
Fryer Lid Release
Handle
Variable
Thermostat
Lever
Dry the fryer lid and replace the grease filters. Place the plain
Positioning the Fryer filter in the trap first, followed by the charcoal filter.
$Site your Deep Fryer on a firm, flat, heat-resistant work Replace the fryer lid: Stand in front of the appliance. Hold the
surface. Steam given off by the cooking process may mark lid at the sides and place the lid spring over the metal catch at
or damage anything above or around the fryer, ensure the rear of the unit. The two metal shafts in the lid should be
these areas are kept clear. slightly behind the plastic housing.Gently shut the lid and it will
$In order to avoid possible fire hazards keep areas above spring into place. Check that the lid opens and shuts freely.
and around the fryer clear. Leave a clear space all round
the fryer, and keep it as far back from the front edge of the
work surface as possible.
$Do not put the fryer or the mains lead close to any other
cooking or heating appliance.
$Place the fryer close to a switched wall socket. Do NOT use
unswitched mains sockets or extensions.
Preparation
Before using your fryer for the first time, you should carefully
wash the appliance.
Attach the handle to the fryer basket.
Open the lid by pushing the Lid Release button. The lid is spring
loaded and will open automatically. Remove the frying basket Place the basket on a firm flat surface. Place the two wire
and the handle. Now remove the lid supports of the handle inside the metal guide of the basket and
squeeze them together. Locate the wire ends in the holes in the
To remove the lid: guide and release the wires which should spring through the
With the lid fully open, hold the lid at both sides and ease the holes trapping the handle. Check that the handle is securely
lid off the spring catch. held to the basket.
Remove the grease trap cover and filters:
Grip the catch on the filter trap cover between thumb and
forefinger. Press the catch down and lift out the lid.
Now lift out the two filters. Make sure the moisture trap at
the rear is shut tight
Place the basket in the fryer.
Ensure the basket is fully
inside the fryer well.
This is the position used for
Wash the fryer components frying.
Wash the fryer lid, the grease trap lid the basket and the handle
by hand in warm soapy water. Rinse and allow to dry.
Pour warm soapy water into the oil tank and wash it with a
damp cloth. Rinse with fresh hot water and dry well.
Wipe the exterior of the appliance with a damp cloth. Do NOT
immerse the body of the fryer in water.
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Frying Basket in
Frying Position
180°