H Koenig DFX300 Electric Deep Fryer Instruction Manual

: June 6, 2024
: H Koenig

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAFETY
Disposal
References
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DFX300 Electric Deep Fryer
Instruction Manual

Electric deep fryer

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read and save all instructions.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or housing in water or other liquid.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool down before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance
Do not put the appliance on a soft working surface or a desktop covered with table cloth, make sure the appliance is working on a rigid surface.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
The use of attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Do not use this appliance when missing oil reservoir, oil and any other materials, or the oil is not enough.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Extreme caution must be used when moving fryer containing hot oil.
Make sure handles are properly assembled to basket and locked in place. See detailed assembly instructions.
Before use, always ensure that the oil reservoir is positioned correctly.
Never connect the fryer to the electricity supply without placing oil in the oil reservoir first
The oil in the oil reservoir will be still hot after it is switched off. Never attempt to move your fryer until it is completely cool down, lift the oil reservoir use the handles
Though the detachable oil reservoir can be completely immersed in water and clean, it must be thoroughly dried before next use to prevent electric shock
Never overfill the fryer with oil. Fill only between the minimum and maximum levels, as indicated inside the oil reservoir.
Do not add food with ice crystals or if it is wet to the hot oil
This appliance shall not be used by children from 0 years to 8 years. This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above if they are continuously supervised. This appliance can be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
Cooking appliances should be positioned in a stable situation with the handles (if any) positioned to avoid spillage of the hot liquids
These appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
On completion of frying, always raise the basket and wait a few seconds to allow steam pressure to subside.
Do not use appliances other than intended use.
Do not use outdoors.
Store the appliance indoors to prevent electronic parts failure.
WARNING: Serious hot oil burns may result from a deep fryer being pulled off a countertop. Do not allow the power cord to hang over the edge of a counter where it may be grabbed by children or become entangled with the user.
This appliance must not be immersed.
The device must not be used if it has been dropped, it obvious signs of damage are visible or if it has leaks.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments farm houses by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environments bed and breakfast type environments
**** The surfaces are liable to get hot during use.
When using electrical equipment, safety precautions must always be taken to prevent the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury in the event of misuse.
Please keep this document at hand and give it to the future owner in case of transfer of your device.
In case of fire, never try to extinguish the flames with water: – Close the cover, – Smother the flames with a damp cloth.

SAFETY

Safety thermal cut-out In the event of overheating, the thermal cut-out will switch off the deep fat fryer. This can happen if the deep fat fryer is not filled with sufficient oil or solid frying fat is melted in the deep fat fryer. In the case of solid fat is melted in the deep fat fryer, the heating element is unable to radiate the produced heat quickly enough. If the safety thermal cutout switches off the deep fat fryer, proceed as follows:
– Allow the oil or fat to cool down
– Carefully push in the (reset switch) at the rear of the control element with a small screwdriver.
Safety switches
The safety switch in the control element ensures that the heating element can only be switched when the control element locks with a click.
Cold zone
During the frying process, food particles collect on the botom of the bowl. As the heating element is arranged below the bowl and heats the oil/fat in the upper area of the deep fat fryer, the oil/fat between the base and the heating element remains relatively cold (cold zone). This prevents the food particles in this zone from burning and offers the advantage of being able to use the oil or fat more than once.
Frying with solid fat
We recommend the use of frying oil or liquid frying fat in this deep fat fryer. Solid frying fat can also be used. In order to prevent fast spatter and the deep fat fryer from becoming too hot, the following precautions should be taken :

When using fresh fat, allow the blocks of fat to melt slowly on moderate heat in a normal frying pan. Carefully for the melted fat into the deep fat fryer. Plugin the mains plug and switch on the deep fat fryer (see section “frying”).
After use, store the deep fat fryer with the resolidified fat at room temperature. If the fat is too cold, it can spatter when reheated!

To prevent this from happening, poke the solid fat with a fork several times. Take care not to damage the heating element.
Before frying

Before using the deep fat fryer for the first time, the individual parts must be cleaned and dried thoroughly (see section “Cleaning”).
Place the deep fat fryer on a horizontal. Level and stable surface.
If the deep fat fryer is placed below an extractor hood on the cooker, it must be ensured that the cooker is switched off.
Pull the power cord fully out of the cable storage.
Remove the lid.
Remove the basket.
Fold-out the handle and attach it carefully to the basket.
Fill the dry and empty deep fat fryer to the upper mark in the bowl (3 liters oil or 2.5Kg sold fat) with oil. Liquid or melted solid fat (see sections “Solid frying fat” and Tips”).
Never mix different types of fat or oil!
Plugin the mains plug.
The power cord must not come into contact with hot parts of the deep fat fryer.

Frying

Switch on the deep fat fryer at the on/off switch. The green indicator light will light up.
Set the thermostat to the required temperature setting. The correct frying temperature is on the deep-frozen food pack or on the table in three instructions.
The temperature control light shows red. The oil fat is heated to the required temperature within 10 to 15 minutes.
Whilst the deep fat fryer is heating to temperature, the control light will go on and off several times. The indicator light remains lit as long as the heating element is heating. If the doesn’t light up for some time, the oil or fat has reached the set temperature.
Only fry the next basket when the indicator light doesn’t light up for some time.
When using oil or liquid fat, the basket can remain in the deep fat fryer whilst heating. The basket can also be left in the deep fat fryer if the fat around the basket is solidified.
Remove the basket from the deep fat fryer and fill the product to be fried.
Do not exceed the maximum filling quantities specified in these instructions (see table).
Carefully replace the basket in the deep fat fryer and place the lid on the bowl.
A view window is provided in the lid to observe the frying process.
During the frying process, occasionally remove the basket from the oil of fat and carefully shake the contents.

After frying

After frying, remove the lid and place the basket at the top to allow the oil to drip off.
Carefully lift the basket out of the bowl. If necessary, shake off the excess oil or fat over the deep fat fryer.
Place the fried product in a bowl or sieve (line with absorbent kitchen paper).
Switch off the deep fat fryer at the on/off switch and set the thermostat to the lowest level (turn the thermostat fully anticlockwise).
If the deep fat fryer is not used regularly, it is recommended to store the oil or liquid fat after cooling in a container preferably in the fridge or some other cool place. Filter the oil or fat through a fine sieve into the container to remove food particles from the oil or fat.
To empty the deep fat fryer, remove the lid, basket, and control/heating element. Remove the bowl from the deep fat fryer and pour out the oil or fat (see section “Cleaning”).
If the deep fat fryer contains solid fat, allow the fat to solidify in the deep fat fryer and store the fat in the deep fat fryer (see section “Solid frying fat”).

Cleaning

Disconnect the mains plug.
Wait until the oil or fat is cold before cleaning. Solid fat should not be allowed to solidify completely.
Remove the lid, basket, and control/heating element.
Store the control/heating element in a safe, dry place.
The control/heating element should never be immersed in water or cleaned under running water!
These parts must be cleaned with a moist cloth if necessary.
Remove the basket and drain the oil fat.
Clean the lid, bowl, basket, and body with washing up liquid in hot water. Rinse with clear water and dry thoroughly.
Don does not use any caustic or abrasive cleaning agents/materials such as cream cleaner steelwool.
Reassemble the deep fat fryer by inserting the bowl, control/heating element, and finally the basket.
Attach the handle by folding it into the basket.
Coil the power cord and insert it together with the plug back into the cable storage.
Lift the deep fat fryer with the aid of the side carrying handles.
Store the deep fat fryer with the lid closed. This will keep the inside of the deep fat fryer clean and dust-free.

TIPS
HOME-MADE CHIPS HOW TO MAKE DELICIOUS, CRISP CHIPS :

Potatoes intended for deep-frying should be nourishing and not show signs of sprouting.
Floury or firm potatoes, cut them as desired (strips or slices).
Lay the potatoes in water for approx, one hour before use. Part of the sugar, one of the primary substances responsible for the formation of acrylamide, is then released. · Allow the potatoes to dry thoroughly.
Always deep-fry homemade chips twice.
First for 4-6 minutes at 160°C and then 2-4 minutes at a maximum of 175°C.
When deep-frying for the second time, lift the basket out of the deep-fryer a few times and shake to loosen the chips. This way they will all have a fine. Even, golden color.
Deep-frozen chips are pre-cooked and therefore only need to be deep-fired once. Please follow the instructions on the packet.
Deep-frozen products (-16 to -18°C) cool the oil or fat considerably and therefore do not dry quickly enough and can absorb too much oil or fat.
This can be prevented as follows:
Do not fry large quantities at one time (see table)/
Heat the oil at least 15 minutes before adding the product.
Set the thermostat to the temperature specified in these instructions or on the product packaging.
Preferably allow the deep-frozen product to defrost at room temperature. Remove as much ice and water as possible before placing the product slowly and carefully in the deep fat fryer as deep-frozen products have the tendency to cause the hot oil or fat to abruptly bubble fiercely.

How to remove undesired tastes
Some foodstuffs, particularly fish, release liquids whilst being fried. These liquids collect in the frying oil or fat and affect the smell and taste of other products subsequently fried in the same oil or fat. The taste of the oil or fat can be neutralized as follows :
Heat the oil or fat to 160°C and add two thin slices of bread or some parsley to the deep fat fryer. Wait until the oil or fat stops bubbling and remove the bread or parsley with a slotted spoon. The taste of the oil fat is now neutral again. Nutritionists recommend the use of vegetable oils and fats containing unsaturated fatty acids (e. g. linoleic acid). These oils and fats, however, lose their positive properties more quickly than other types and therefore are to be changed more frequently. The following information is for guidance :

Change the oil or fat regularly if the deep fat fryer is used mainly or chips and the oil or fat is sieved after each use. It can be used 10 to 12 times.
Do not use the oil for longer than six months. Observe the instructions on the pack.
Oil or fat can generally not be used as long if it is used to fry mainly protein-containing food products such as meat or fish.
Do not mix fresh oil with used oil.
Change the oil or fat if it begins to foam when heated, develops a strange taste or smell or becomes dark, and/or has a syrup-like consistency.

Disposal

Used oil or liquid fat can be best disposed of by pouring it back onto the original plastic bottle and sealing it well. Solid fat should be allowed to solidify in the deep fat fryer and then removed e. g. with a spoon or spatula and wrapped in newspaper.
Table
This table shows the food product quantities and required temperature and frying times. If the instructions on the product packaging should deviate from the values shown in this table, the instructions on the pack should be followed.

Temperature| Type of product| Maximum quantity per cycle| Frying time (minutes)
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| | Fresh| Deep- frozen| Fresh or defrosted| Deep- frozen
160°C| Home-made chips (first frying cycle)| 700gr
500gr| | 4-5
5-7| —
—
| Fresh fish| | | |
170°C| Chicken wings| 4-6| 4-5| 12-5| 15-20
| Cheese croquettes| 5| 4| 4-5| 6-7
| Small potato fritters| —| 4| —| 3-4
| Fried vegetables| 10-12| | 2-3| —
| (mushrooms, cauliflower)| | | |
| Hom-made chips (second frying cycle) max 175°C| 700gr| —| 3-4| —
| Deep-frozen chips max 175°C| —| 550gr| —| 5-6
180°C| Spring-rolls| 3| 2| 10-12
---|---|---|---|---
| Chicken nuggets| 10-12| 10| 4-5
| Mini snacks| 10-12| 10| 4-5
| Meatballs (small)| 8-10| —| 4-5
| Fish fingers| 8-10| 8| 4-5
| Mussels| 15-20| 15| 4-5
| Coated squid rings| 10-12| 10| 4-5
| Fish in batter| 10-12| 10| 4-5
| Shrimps| 10-12| 10| 4-5
| Apple rings| 5| —| —
190°C| Potato chips| 700gr| 550gr| 5-6
| Aubergine slices| 600gr| —| —
| Potato croquettes| 5| 4| 6-7
| Meat/Fish croquettes| 5| 4| 6-7
| Doughnuts| 4-5| | —
| Baked camembert (breaded)| 2-4| —| —
| Cordon bleu| 2| —| —
| Wiener Schnitzel| 2| —| —

ENVIRONMENT
CAUTION:
Do not dispose of this product as it has with other household products. There is a separation of this waste product into communities, you will need to inform your local authorities about the places where you can return this product. In fact, electrical and electronic products contain hazardous substances that have harmful effects on the environment or human health and should be recycled. The symbol here indicates that electrical and electronic equipment should be chosen carefully, a wheeled waste container is marked with a cross.

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