PRESTO 06021 Kitchen Kettle Deep Fryer Multi Cooker Steamer Instructions

PRESTO 06021 Kitchen Kettle Deep Fryer Multi Cooker Steamer

Product Information

Specifications:

• Product Name: Kitchen Kettle™ Deep Fryer/Multi-Cooker/Steamer
• Manufacturer: Presto
• Power Supply: 120VAC
• Intended Use: Household Use Only
• Plug Type: Polarized Plug

Product Usage Instructions

Assembly Instructions:
Before using the appliance, ensure that handles and legs are properly assembled and fastened. Refer to detailed assembly instructions on page 2 of the user manual. Make sure the handle is correctly attached to the basket and securely locked in place. Improper attachment may result in accidents during use.

Operating Instructions:

1. Plug in the heat control and magnetic cord into the appliance first, then connect it to a wall outlet.
2. When not in use, unplug from the outlet and remove the heat control from the appliance for safety.
3. Always allow the appliance to cool before handling or cleaning it.
4. Do not operate the appliance outdoors or near hot surfaces.
5. Use extreme caution if moving the appliance with hot oil or liquid inside.

Cleaning and Maintenance:
Before cleaning, ensure the appliance is unplugged and has cooled down. Follow the cleaning instructions provided in the user manual. Inspect the appliance regularly for any damage or malfunction. Do not operate if the cord or plug is damaged.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

• Q: Can I use the Kitchen Kettle™ outdoors?
  A: No, the appliance is recommended for indoor household use only. Do not use it outdoors.

• Q: What should I do if the plug does not fit into the outlet?
  A: If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

• Q: How should I store the appliance when not in use?
  A: Unplug the appliance, remove the heat control, and allow it to cool before storing. Store it in a safe place away from children’s reach.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

• So versatile, you’ll use it every day.
• Steams, stews, boils, deep fries and more.
• Easy to clean. Nonstick surface, inside and out.

This is a Listed appliance. The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers.

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. To protect against electrical shock or burns, do not immerse heat control or magnetic cord in water or other liquid.
3. Be sure that handles and legs are assembled and fastened properly before using this appliance. See detailed assembly instructions on page 2.
4. Be sure handle is properly attached to basket and locked in place. See detailed assembly instructions on page 2. Failure to securely attach basket handle can result in release of basket during use which may result in severe burns.
5. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
6. Do not let children handle or put electrical cords or plugs in their mouths.
7. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
8. It is recommended that this appliance 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, use extreme caution.
9. Always attach heat control and magnetic cord to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect heat control and magnetic cord, turn control to OFF, remove plug from wall outlet, and then remove magnetic plug end from heat control. Allow appliance to cool, then remove heat control from appliance.
10. Unplug from outlet and remove heat control from appliance when not in use and before cleaning. Allow appliance to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
11. 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.
12. The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries. Use only genuine Presto® accessories and replacement parts.
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. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Important Cord and Plug Information
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. A short detachable 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 appliance. The magnetic cord may not detach easily if the cord is positioned in this fashion.
Connect the power supply cord to a 120VAC electrical outlet only.

How to Attach Legs and Handles

• Tools Required: Phillips screwdriver
• Parts Included: 4 Legs, 2 Handles

To Attach Legs to Base

1. Place appliance upside down on table or counter.

2. Using the screwdriver, remove the screws from each of the four mounting projections on the bottom of the appliance and set aside. Use these screws to attach the legs to the base.

3. Position one of the legs, rubber foot facing up, over one of the mounting projections (Fig. A). Align the hole in the leg with the hole in the mounting projection and fasten securely with screw. Leg should not rock or move if twisted.
   NOTICE: Continuing to tighten, once secure, can result in stripping of screws or cracking of legs.

4. Repeat step 3 for other three legs.

5. Turn appliance right side up on table or counter. When properly assembled, the appliance should sit level with no leg rock.

To Attach Handles to Base

1. Place the appliance upside down on table or counter.

2. Using the screwdriver, remove the screws from the tabs on each side of the base and set aside. Use these screws to attach the handles to the base. Hint: When removing the screw under the plug guard, hold the screwdriver at a slight angle or use a short screwdriver or a screwdriver with a long shank.

3. Slide one of the handles, with the screw hole up, onto the tab so the hole on the tab aligns with the hole on the handle (Fig. A). Fasten securely with the screw. The handle should not wobble, but slight movement from side to side is normal.
   NOTICE: Continuing to tighten, once secure, can result in stripping of screws or cracking of handles.

4. Repeat step 3 for other handle.

5. Turn the appliance right side up on the table or counter. When properly installed, the handles should be parallel with the table or counter.

To Attach Basket Handle

1. Slide lock bar up on handle (Fig. B) and place one of the handle bars into one of the tabs on bracket. Then squeeze the handle bars together and fit the other handle bar into the opposite tab on the bracket.
2. After attaching handle to basket, make sure to slide lock bar down (Fig. C) to the locked position to ensure against accidental detachment of handle from basket.

Before First Use
This versatile appliance braises, steams, boils, deep fries and more. It is also great for making soups, stews, and desserts. Before using the appliance for the first time, become familiar with its various parts (Fig. D, page 3), read the instructions carefully, and wash it according to the Care and Cleaning instructions on page 4.

NOTICE: This appliance is not intended to melt wax, gels, plastics, or other materials for making candles or for other hobbyist activities or in any commercial or business application. Using this appliance for purposes different from those specified in the instruction manual may cause damage to the appliance and will void the warranty.

How to Use

NOTICE: Avoid using no stick cooking sprays as they may cause the cooking surface to become tacky. In addition, use heat-resistant nylon, silicone, wooden, or rubber utensils to turn, stir, or remove food when not using the steam/fry basket. Do not use metal utensils as they may scratch the nonstick surface.

1. Place appliance on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface away from the wall and the edge. Do not let the cord hang or drape over the edge of the counter or table within reach of children. Remove the cover from the appliance.
   NOTICE: To prevent possible heat damage to your countertop, place a heat- resistant counter protector, such as aluminum foil, under the appliance; take care not to place the foil under the legs.

2. Insert the heat control probe into the appliance so the two electrical pins on the Probe appliance are fully inserted into the heat control. Then attach the magnetic cord to the heat control by aligning the magnetic plug end with the two electrical pins Heat control located on the back of the heat control (Fig. E). Indicator light Because the magnetic plug end is polarized, it is intended to be attached to the heat control only one way. The printed patent information on the plug end should be facing up. The daisy and cautionary language should be facing the counter. When properly aligned and positioned correctly, the plug end  will magnetically attach itself to the heat control.
   IMPORTANT: The magnetic cord was designed to detach easily from the heat control. As a result, if it is bumped or touched during use, it could detach and cause the appliance to stop heating. Avoid contact with magnetic cord during operation. If contact occurs, verify that the magnetic cord is still properly connected to the heat control.

3. Using the index below, determine the type of cooking method desired and turn to the referenced page.

4. Plug the appliance into a 120VAC electrical outlet only. Preheat appliance as indicated by the cooking method and follow the cooking instructions. During cooking, the indicator light will turn on and off indicating temperature is being maintained.
   NOTE: Occasionally you may hear a pop or clicking sound while the appliance is preheating. This is normal and a sign of fast heatup. You may also notice this sound as the unit cools down. When using the appliance for the first time, a slight odor or light smoking may occur as manufacturing residue evaporates. This is normal.

5. When cooking is complete, turn heat control to OFF. Remove plug from wall outlet and then remove magnetic plug end from the heat control. Allow to cool completely before removing the heat control from appliance and before cleaning.

Cooking Methods
Your Kitchen Kettle® deep fryer/multi-cooker/steamer is truly versatile as you can prepare soups and stews, steam vegetables and seafood, and even deep fry in it. Because this appliance does so many things, this book first provides a general overview of how to use, clean, and care for it and then specific sections on the various cooking methods available to you. Detailed instructions and recipes can be found on the pages indicated below:

Cooking Method| Page|  | Cooking Method| Pages|  | Cooking Method| Pages
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Boil (pasta and rice)| 7|  | Deep Fry| 7–9|  | Steam (vegetables and fish)| 6–7
Braise (meat and poultry)| 6|  | Simmer (soups and stews)| 4–6|  |  |

Care and Cleaning

If the appliance was used for deep frying, refer to the section “Handling Oil after Frying” on page 8 before cleaning. After each use, remove the heat control and wash the appliance by hand. Use warm, soapy water and rinse and dry thoroughly. Clean the nonstick base with a nylon mesh scouring pad, such as Scotch-Brite* Non-Scratch Scrub Sponge, or a damp cloth. Firm pressure can be applied, if necessary.
Do not wash the appliance in the dishwasher.
NOTICE: Repeated washings in a dishwasher will cause the nonstick properties of the ceramic coating to slowly diminish. In addition, the bottom of the appliance will likely discolor due to the caustic nature of the dishwasher detergent and a gray residue may form which may transfer onto towels and/or hands.

Soaking the appliance to loosen food residue is not necessary. If, however, soaking the appliance is desired, do not soak for more than 2 hours. Soaking for more than 2 hours may damage the nonstick finish. Do not use steel wool or abrasive kitchen cleaners. Do not immerse Control Master® heat control or magnetic cord in water or let either come in contact with any liquid. In time, the ceramic coating may darken over the heating element due to a buildup of grease residue. To minimize or remove this discoloration, sprinkle baking soda over the discolored area. Add enough water to make a paste. Allow paste to sit for several minutes and then scour with a nylon mesh scouring pad, such as Scotch-Brite* Non-Scratch Scrub Sponge, or a damp cloth. Wash and dry thoroughly. Repeat the procedure, if necessary. Periodically check the screws on the two handles and four legs for looseness. Retighten, if necessary, with a Phillips screwdriver.

NOTICE: Continuing to tighten, once secure, can result in stripping of screws or cracking of handles and legs.
Any maintenance required for this product, other than normal household care and cleaning, should be performed by the Presto Factory Service Department (see page 10).

Glass Cover Care and Use Instructions
CAUTION! Your glass cover may break for no apparent reason if you fail to follow these instructions. Broken glass can cause personal injury or property damage.
Handle the cover carefully. Do not scrape or gouge the glass with hard or sharp utensils. Do not handle a hot cover with a wet towel or place it on a cold or wet surface. Sudden, extreme changes in temperature may cause the glass to break. Do not use the cover if it is chipped or cracked. Avoid rough handling in use and storage. Keep the cover clean. Allow the cover to cool before washing. This cover is dishwasher safe. Do not use steel wool cleaning pads or abrasive powders which can scratch or weaken the glass. Nonabrasive pads or powders may be used if necessary.

Simmer

This appliance makes preparing your favorite soups and stews so easy. In your multi-cooker, foods will simmer at some point between WARM and 200°. Heat the multi-cooker at 250° until the food boils. Then place cover on the multi- cooker and reduce the heat to the simmer level by turning the heat control down until indicator light turns off.

Beef Stock

• 1½ tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 pounds beef soup meat
• 8 cups water
• 1 cup sliced onion
• 1 cup celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup carrot, cut into 1-inch pieces
• ½ tablespoon parsley flakes
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Preheat multi-cooker at 375°. Add oil and brown meat. Add water, onion, celery, carrot, parsley, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Turn heat control down until indicator light turns off. Cover and simmer 2 to 3 hours. Strain stock.

• 6 to 8 servings

Delicious Soup From Beef Stock
Vegetable Soup: Add 2 cups cooked, diced vegetables of your choice. Salt and pepper to taste and heat through.
Beef Tomato Soup: Add 2 cups tomato juice, ¾ cup rice, ½ cup chopped onion, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cover and simmer 30 minutes or until rice is done.
*Scotch-Brite is a registered trademark of 3M Company. Presto is not affiliated with this company.

Traditional Beef Stew

• 1½ tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 4 cups beef stock or broth
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup peas
• 1 cup sliced celery

Preheat multi-cooker at 375°. Add oil and brown meat. Add stock, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Turn heat control down until indicator light turns off. Cover and simmer 1 to 2 hours. Add onions, carrots, mushrooms, peas, and celery. Cover and simmer 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. If desired, thicken with a paste made of cornstarch and water. 6 to 8 servings

Southwest Stew

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into
• 1-inch pieces
• 1 green bell pepper, cut into ¾-inch pieces
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into ¾-inch pieces
• 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped
• 1 cup coarsely chopped purple onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14- to 15-ounce) can pinto beans
• 1 (14- to 15-ounce) can stewed tomatoes
• 1 cup whole kernel corn
• 1 cup salsa, desired level of spiciness
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon salt
• Fresh cilantro (optional)

Preheat multi-cooker at 375°. Add oil; brown chicken. Add peppers, onion, and garlic; cook 2 to 3 minutes. Add beans, tomatoes, corn, salsa, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Bring to a boil. Turn heat control down until indicator light turns off. Cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes. Garnish with cilantro, if desired. 6 servings

Minestrone

• cups beef stock or broth
• 1½ cups tomato juice
• 4 ounces beef soup meat
• 4 ounces sausage
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• ¾ cup chopped onion
• ¾ cup sliced carrot
• ¾ cup green beans
• ½ cup sliced celery
• 1 (14- to 15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (14- to 15-ounce) can cannelloni or navy beans, drained
• 1 ounce spaghetti, broken in half
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Add beef stock, tomato juice, soup meat, sausage, cabbage, onion, carrots, green beans, celery, tomatoes, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper to multi-cooker. Set heat control at 250° and bring to a boil. Turn heat control down until indicator light turns off. Cover and cook 30 minutes. Add beans and spaghetti; cook until spaghetti is tender, about 20 minutes. Top with Parmesan cheese. 8 to 10 servings

Chicken and White Bean Chili

• 1 cup dry great northern beans
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ¾-inch pieces
• ½ cup chopped onion
• ½ cup sliced carrot
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded, minced
• 4 cups chicken stock or broth
• 1½ teaspoons packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ¼ teaspoon ground allspice

Clean and rinse beans. Soak them overnight in 4 cups of water or use the quick-soak method. To soak beans using quick method, place beans in multi- cooker and cover with 4 cups of water. Set heat control at 250° and bring to a boil. Boil 1 to 2 minutes and then turn off heat control. Cover and let stand at least 1 hour. Drain off soaking water and remove beans. Dry multi-cooker. Preheat multi-cooker at 375°. Add oil and brown chicken. Add onion, carrot, garlic, and jalapeño; sauté 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in beans, chicken stock, brown sugar, vinegar, chili powder, oregano, and allspice. Bring to a boil. Turn heat control down until indicator light turns off. Cover and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 hour. 4 servings

Corn, Pepper, and Potato Chowder

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• ½ cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped red pepper
• 1 can chopped green chilies
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• 2 cups chicken stock or broth
• 2 cups peeled, cubed red potatoes
• 2 cups frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
• 1 cup low-fat milk
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Preheat multi-cooker at 350°. Add oil; sauté onion, pepper, and chilies 2 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour and cumin; cook 1 minute. Add stock and potatoes; bring to a boil. Turn heat control down until indicator light turns off. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender and liquid is thickened. Add corn, milk, salt, and pepper; cook 5 minutes or until heated through. 6 servings

Braise

• Spiced Pot Roast
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (2- to 3-pound) beef pot or chuck roast
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 small onions, sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 4 bay leaves
    Combine nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, ginger, and pepper; rub into all surfaces of the meat. Preheat multi-cooker at 375°. Add oil and brown meat. Dissolve brown sugar in wine and water and pour into multi-cooker. Add onions, garlic, and bay leaves. Bring liquid to a boil. Turn heat control down until indicator light turns off. Cover; simmer 1 to 3 hours or until tender. 6 to 8 servings

Braise your favorite piece of meat or poultry. Choose from and combine these foods, but make sure they have compatible flavors. Figure 2 to 4 servings per pound of meat or poultry.

Bring liquid to a boil and then turn heat control down until indicator light turns off. Cover and simmer 1 to 3 hours or until tender. Add additional liquid as necessary.

Steam

• Fish
  Place 1 or 2 cups of water, wine, or herb-flavored broth into multi-cooker. Set heat control at 250°. Remove handle from basket. Place one layer of fish fillets in basket and, using tongs, attach basket to multi-cooker rim with steaming hook. Cover and steam 5 to 10 minutes or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.

• Fresh Vegetables
  Place 2 cups water in multi-cooker. Set heat control at 250°. Remove handle from basket. Place vegetables in basket and, using tongs, attach basket to multi-cooker rim with steaming hook. Cover and steam as indicated below. Steaming time begins once water starts to boil. Add additional water as necessary.

Boil

• Pasta
  Following package directions, place water and salt into the multi-cooker. Set heat control at 250°. Bring water to a rolling boil. Add pasta gradually so that the boiling is not disturbed. Continue to boil uncovered until pasta is tender. Drain. Basket may be used for draining cooked pasta.

• Fluffy Rice
  Place 2 cups rice, 1 teaspoon salt (optional), and the amount of water specified below in the multi-cooker. Set heat control at 250°. Cover and bring to a vigorous boil, stirring once. Turn heat control down until indicator light turns off and simmer for the amount of time specified in table. Turn heat control to OFF and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork. Type of Rice| Liquid| Boiling Time|  | Type of Rice| Liquid| Boiling Time
  ---|---|---|---|---|---|---
  White, long-grain| 4 cups| 15–18 minutes|  | White, short-grain| 3½ cups| 18–23 minutes
  White, medium-grain| 3½ cups| 15–18 minutes|  | Brown| 4 cups| 45–50 minutes

Deep Fry

When using the appliance for deep frying, you will need to attach the handle to the basket as instructed on page 2. Prior to each use, make sure the lock bar on the basket handle is in the down (locked) position as shown in Fig. C on page 2.

Important Safety Information

• Do not let the cord hang or drape over the counter or table edge within reach of children.
• Remove the cover from the appliance while the oil is heating or while frying.
• Always remove the plug from the wall outlet, then remove the heat control from the appliance when not in use.

WARNING! Burn Hazards

• Hot oil can cause serious and painful burns. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Oil and water do not mix. The combination can be dangerous. When the oil is heated, any water droplets in the oil superheat, becoming a volatile steam that can cause hot oil to spatter, boil over, or even erupt out of the appliance. Always remove ice crystals and excess moisture from foods by patting them dry with paper towels before frying.
• Uncooked potatoes contain a high percentage of moisture and extreme caution must be used when frying.
• Use caution when 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, to turn food during frying and to remove food from oil.
• Use caution when frying flour tortillas. Flour tortillas contain air bubbles. During frying, oil can become trapped within these bubbles. If not properly drained, the bubbles can burst and cause burns. Accordingly, after frying, carefully raise the tortillas out of the vegetable oil and allow to drain for approximately 30 seconds.
• Always allow the appliance to cool completely before moving, removing oil, or cleaning.

Helpful Hints

• Fry foods of uniform size and thickness as they will fry more evenly and at the same speed. Do not overfill the basket. Frying too much food at once lowers the oil temperature and causes food to absorb too much oil.
• Use only heat-resistant utensils. Hot oil damages most plastic or rubber utensils. Do not leave metal utensils in the deep fryer as they will become hot and can cause injury.
• Use vegetable oils, such as peanut, canola, corn, sunflower, soybean, and light olive oil, which can withstand the high temperatures required for deep frying. Do not use extra virgin olive oil or other vegetable oils as they deteriorate at temperatures below those required for deep frying.
• Do not use solid fat (shortening, butter, margarine, lard). Solid fat will not melt uniformly and will cause severe smoking.
• Avoid preheating the oil longer than necessary and turn off the deep fryer once the last batch of food has been removed. The longer the oil is heated, the more it deteriorates.
• When breading food, use any type of flour, corn meal, fine bread or cracker crumbs, or commercial breading to coat food. To get breading to adhere better to food, dip food first in a mixture of egg and milk; see Crispy Coating recipe on page 9.
• Foods that are battered may stick to the basket; therefore, you may wish to fry these foods without the basket. If, however, you want to use the basket, lower it into the oil before placing battered foods in the oil. When using the deep fryer without the basket, a heat-resistant scoop should be used to add or remove foods.

How to Fry

1. Place the deep fryer on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface away from the wall and the edge. Do not let the cord hang or drape over the edge of the counter or table within reach of children. Remove the cover from the deep fryer.
   NOTICE: To prevent possible heat damage to your countertop, place a heat- resistant counter protector, such as aluminum foil, under the deep fryer; take care not to place the foil under the legs.

2. Fill the deep fryer with vegetable oil up to the oil level line, which is located on the inside of the deep fryer. Never use more than seven, 8-ounce cups of vegetable oil.

3. Plug the cord into a 120VAC wall outlet only. Set the heat control at 400° and preheat 20 minutes. Leave the heat control at 400° for frying.

4. While the oil is preheating, prepare the food for frying. Remove any excess moisture by patting dry with paper towels. Moist foods cause excess foaming and spattering. Place the basket on the countertop. The basket can be filled to the rim for most foods.
   CAUTION! For homemade fries, only fill the basket ½ full. Overfilling can result in the oil boiling over which may cause burns or damage to the appliance.

5. Once the oil has preheated, slowly lower the basket into the oil and fry food until golden brown. 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 completely lowered into the deep fryer.
   WARNING! To prevent the risk of personal injury or property damage, use caution when cooking with hot oil.

6. When the frying time has elapsed, make sure the food is golden brown. Then lift the basket and hook it onto the deep fryer rim to allow the oil to drain from the food.

7. Allow the oil to cool completely before straining or before moving or cleaning the appliance.

Handling Oil after Frying
After frying foods, allow the oil to cool. To strain oil for reuse, place a funnel into the original oil container or other airtight container and line the funnel with a filter or a double thickness of cheesecloth. Slowly pour the oil into funnel. Store the oil in a cool, dark area. The number of times the oil can be reused will depend on the type of oil used and the food that is fried in it. For example, the oil will need to be replaced more often if fish or food coated with bread or cracker crumbs is fried frequently. Replace the oil if it is dark in color, has an unpleasant odor, smokes when heated, or foams excessively during frying.

Frying Timetable and Recipes

*Battered foods may stick to the basket; therefore, it is suggested you place battered foods directly into the oil using a heat-resistant scoop or tongs.

Homemade French Fries (Double Fry Method)

• Peel medium potatoes, if desired, and cut into ¼- to ½-inch thick strips. Place into a large bowl and cover with hot tap water. Soak potato strips for 15 minutes or until ready to fry. Rinse, drain, and pat dry with paper towels.
• Because uncooked potatoes contain a high percentage of moisture, extreme care must be used when deep frying. Thoroughly dry potato strips before deep frying. Fill basket only ½ full. Slowly lower the filled basket into the oil. Do not use the cover.
• 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 completely lowered into the deep fryer.
• Fry 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 400° for 7 to 8 minutes or until golden brown.

Crispy Coating

• ½ cup milk
• 1 egg
• All-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper

Whisk milk and egg together in a small bowl. Mix flour and seasonings in a medium bowl. Dip food into the milk-egg mixture, and then coat it in seasoned flour. Fry according to the timetable above.

Quesadilla Crispers

• 4 ounces fresh sausage (chorizo, Italian, etc.)
• 1 cup refried beans
• ¼ cup finely chopped onion
• ¼ cup diced canned green chillies, drained
• 4 ounces jalapeño jack cheese, shredded (1 cup)
• 8 (7-inch) flour tortillas
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cold water

Cook sausage in a small skillet until done, breaking it up as it cooks. Mix cooked sausage, beans, onion, chilies, and cheese together. Makes about 1½ cups. Cut tortillas into quarters. Place about 1 teaspoon of bean mixture in center. Brush edges with mixture of flour and water. Fold the tortilla in half and press to seal; keep covered as you work. Continue until all are made. Makes 32. Let stand for 5 minutes before frying to allow edges to stick together. Fry 3 or 4 at a time for 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

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 4:00 PM (Central Time)
• Email us through our website at www.GoPresto.com/contact
• Write: National Presto Industries, Inc.
  Consumer Service Department
  3925 North Hastings Way, Eau Claire, WI 54703-3703

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. When contacting the Consumer Service Department, please indicate the model and series numbers of the appliance. These numbers are can be found on the bottom of the plug guard.
Please record this information:

• Model __
• Series ____
• Date Purchased ____

The Presto Factory Service Department is equipped to service Presto® appliances and supply genuine Presto® replacement parts. Genuine Presto® replacement parts are manufactured to the same exacting quality standards as Presto® appliances and are engineered specifically to function properly with its appliances. Presto can only guarantee the quality and performance of genuine Presto® replacement 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.

Canton Sales and Storage Company
Presto Factory Service Department
555 Matthews Drive
Canton, MS 39046-3251

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Presto® Limited Warranty

(Applies only in the United States)
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 first year after purchase, we will repair or replace it at our option. Our pledge does not apply to damage caused by shipping. Outside the United States, this limited warranty does not apply. To obtain service under the warranty, call our Consumer Service Department at 1-800-877-0441. If unable to resolve the problem, you will be instructed to send your Presto® appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for a quality inspection; shipping costs will be your responsibility. When returning an appliance, please include your name, address, phone number, the date you purchased the appliance as well as a description of the problem you are encountering with the appliance. 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, misuse, disassembly, alterations, or neglect will void this pledge. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This is Presto’s pledge to you and is being made in place of all other express warranties.

National Presto Industries, Inc.
Eau Claire, WI 54703-3703

©2023 National Presto Industries, Inc.

References

• Presto Appliances - Presto®
• Contact Us - Presto®
• Buscador de Instructivos - Presto®
• Presto Product Registration - Presto®

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