KAMBROOK KDF650 Golden Crisp 4L Deep Fryer Instructions

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
Suits all KDF650 models

KDF650 Golden Crisp 4L Deep Fryer

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Kambrook Recommends Safety First

IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
At Kambrook, we are very safety conscious. We design and manufacture consumer products with the safety of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition, we ask that you exercise a degree of care when using any electrical appliance and adhere to the following precautions.
Important Safeguards For Your Kambrook Stainless Steel Deep Fryer

• Carefully read all instructions before operating the Kambrook Stainless Steel Deep Fryer for the first time and save for future reference.

• Remove and safely discard of any packaging material and promotional labels before using the deep fryer for the first time.

• To eliminate a choking hazard for young children, remove and safely discard the protective cover fitted to the power plug of this appliance, if applicable.

• Do not place the deep fryer near the edge of a bench or table during operation. Ensure the surface is level, clean and free of water and other substances.

• Do not use the deep fryer on a sink drain board.

• Do not place the deep fryer on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or where it could touch a heated oven.

• Position the deep fryer at a minimum distance of 20cm away from walls, curtains, cloths, and other heat sensitive materials.

• Always operate the deep fryer on a stable and heat resistant surface. Do not use on a clothcovered surface, near curtains or other flammable materials.
  Provide adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation around the deep fryer.

• Always ensure the deep fryer is properly assembled before use. Follow the instructions provided in this booklet.

• The deep fryer is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.

• Avoid the use of extension cords. Serious hot oil burns may result from a deep fryer being pulled off a table or bench top. Do not allow the power cord to hang off the edge of a bench top where it may be grabbed by children or become entangled by the user. Never leave the deep fryer unattended while in use.

• Ensure the deep fryer is completely dry and free of water before adding any oil. When deep frying, ensure water does not come in contact with hot oil as this will cause the oil to bubble and splatter.

• Always add the required amount of oil to the deep fryer before switching the power on at the power outlet.

• The amount of oil should not be below the minimum mark or exceed the maximum mark printed inside of the deep fryer bowl.

• The deep fryer will be severely damaged if heated without oil in the bowl.

• Water and oil do not mix – never add any water or other liquid to hot oil. Even small amounts of water will cause the oil to splatter

• Solid oil products, such as butter, margarine or animal fats of any kind should not be used in the deep fryer as they increase the chance of fire hazard.

• The lid and the outer surface will be hot when the appliance is operating and for some time after use.

• The temperature of accessible surfaces will be high when the appliance is operating and for some time after use.

• Steam vents are very hot during deep frying. Do not place anything on top of the lid.

• The deep fryer will generate a lot of heat and steam during and after the cooking process. To prevent the risk of burns, do not block the steam vent on the lid and do not touch the steam vent and surrounding area.

• Keep the appliance out of reach from young children, particularly during use and cool down.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the handle locked into position to insert and remove the mesh frying basket from the hot oil. Follow instructions provided in this booklet.

• Extreme caution must be used when the deep fryer is filled with hot oil or other liquid. Do not move the deep fryer during cooking and allow it to cool before removing oil.

• At no time should the deep fryer be left unattended when in use.

• Do not place anything on top of the deep fryer when the lid is on, when in use and when stored.

• When appliance is not in use, prior to cleaning, before attempting to move the appliance, disassembling, assembling and when storing the appliance, always switch the control dial to the off position, switch the deep fryer off at the power outlet, then unplug the power cord and cool completely.

• Keep the deep fryer clean.
  Follow the cleaning instructions provided in this booklet.

• Never immerse the stainless steel housing or cord in water or any other liquid.

Important Safeguards For All Electrical Appliances

• Carefully read all instructions before operating the appliance and save for future reference.

• Remove and safely discard all packaging material and promotional labels before using the appliance for the first time.

• Fully unwind the power cord before use.

• Connect only to 230V or 240V power outlet.

• Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a bench or table, touch hot surfaces or become knotted.

• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the power cord, power plug or appliance in water or any other liquid or allow moisture to come in contact with the part, unless it is recommended in the cleaning instructions.

• The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance, by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• It is recommended to inspect the appliance regularly. Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord, plug, connector or appliance becomes damaged in anyway. Return the entire appliance to the nearest authorised Kambrook Service Centre for examination and/or repair.

• Any maintenance other than cleaning should be performed at an authorised Kambrook Service Centre.

• This appliance is for household use only. Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use. Do not use in moving vehicles or boats. Do not use outdoors. Misuse may cause injury.

• The installation of a residual current device (safety switch) is recommended to provide additional safety protection when using electrical appliances.
  It is advisable that a safety switch with a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA be installed in the electrical circuit supplying the appliance.
  See your electrician for professional advice.

• During electrical storms, the appliance should be disconnected from the power source at the wall socket to prevent any electrical surges that may arise during the storm which may inadvertently cause damage to the appliance and its electronic componentry.

• Always turn the appliance to the OFF position, switch off at the power outlet and unplug at the power outlet when the appliance is not in use.

• Before cleaning, always turn the appliance to the OFF position, switch off at the power outlet, unplug at the power outlet. Remove the power cord, if detachable from the appliance and allow all parts to cool.

• Do not place this appliance on or near a heat source, such as hot plate, oven or heaters.

• Position the appliance at a minimum distance of 20cm away from walls, curtains and other heat or steam sensitive materials and provide adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation.

Hot Surfaces
Do Not Touch
This symbol indicates temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating and for some time after use.

Components

1. Brushed stainless steel housing
2. Deep fryer bowl
3. Heating element
4. Control panel
5. Heating indicator light
6. Temperature control dial
7. Ready indicator light
8. Lid
9. Viewing window
10. Cool touch lid handle
11. Mesh frying basket (1.2kg capacity)
12. Cool touch basket handle
13. Cool touch carry handles
14. Non-slip feet

Not shown

• Cord storage
• Power cord

Using Your Kambrook Deep Fryer

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove the lid from the deep fryer.
2. Remove the frying basket, control panel with attached element and deep fryer bowl from the stainless steel housing.
3. The frying basket has a hinged handle and is designed for compact storage. Pull the handle up and away from the basket until it is locked into place.
4. Thoroughly clean the lid, basket and deep fryer bowl with warm soapy water and a non-abrasive, soft scouring pad, rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe the stainless steel housing with a damp cloth and reinsert the deep fryer bowl into the stainless steel housing.
5. Hold the handle at the rear of the control panel and slide the control panel with the attached element into the stainless steel housing. Ensure the pins located on the control panel are inserted into the grooves on the outside of the stainless steel housing. (Fig.1)

NOTE
The lid and control panel can only be inserted one way.
WARNING
When assembling your deep fryer for use, ensure the pins on the control panel are inserted into the grooves on the back of the stainless steel housing.
The deep fryer will not operate unless correctly assembled.

Operating Your Deep Fryer

1. Place assembled deep fryer on a dry, level surface. Ensure the deep fryer is not close to the edge of the bench top and that the power cord does not extend over the edge.

2. Remove the lid and lift the frying basket out from the deep fryer bowl.

3. Pour oil into the deep fryer bowl.
   The amount of oil should not be below the minimum level mark or exceed the maximum level mark inside the deep fryer bowl.
   CAUTION
   Always add required amount of oil to the deep fryer up to, but not exceeding the internal MAX marking in the deep fryer bowl BEFORE switching the power on at the power point.
   WARNING
   Do not fill with oil above the MAX marking in the bowl.

4. Replace the deep fryer lid.

5. Unwrap the power cord from the cord storage compartment found on the back of the deep fryer.
   Plug the power cord into a 230V or 240V power outlet. Ensure the cord is fully extended and switch ON at the power outlet.

6. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired temperature. The red ‘HEATING’ light will illuminate.

7. Preheat the oil at the desired temperature until the green ‘READY’ light illuminates. Allow the green ‘READY’ light to cycle on and off several times for the oil to reach an even temperature.
   NOTE
   The green ‘READY’ light will continue to cycle on and off during operation to maintain the set temperature throughout the cooking process.

8. Once the oil has preheated, place the basket into the holding position on the fryer by resting onto the silver hook on the inner rim of the bowl. Ensure that the basket handle is locked in the extended position prior to use.

9. Add the food into the basket. Do not fill the basket more than two thirds full.

10. Remove the basket from the holding position by using the handle to lift the basket off the hook and gently lower into the oil.
    NOTE
    Care should be taken when lowering food in the frying basket into the hot oil. Some splattering may occur.
    WARNING
    Never add water or any other liquid to the hot oil as this will cause severe splattering and spitting. Take care when deep frying aged icy food products as this may cause the hot oil to spit.

11. Place the lid onto the deep fryer.
    If desired, you may choose to cook with the lid on or off, or as per recipe guidelines.

12. Once cooking is complete, using the handle, raise the basket slowly out of the oil and drain in the holding position.

13. If further cooking is required, allow the deep fryer to reheat until the green ‘READY’ light illuminates.

14. When cooking is complete, turn the temperature control dial to the ‘OFF’ position, switch the power off at the power outlet and remove the power plug from the power outlet.

15. Lift the basket away from the deep fryer bowl. Place the food on a heat resistant plate or tray lined with kitchen paper to absorb any excess oil.

16. Allow the deep fryer to completely cool before emptying the oil or cleaning.

WARNING
This product must be filled with oil to the correct marked level.
The product will be severely damaged if heated without oil in the deep fryer bowl.
CAUTION
The deep fryer will generate a lot of heat and steam during and after the cooking process.
To prevent the risk of burns, do not touch or block the steam ventilation area on the lid.
NOTE
Do not overfill the basket with food; too many items will lower the oil temperature and may cause the food to absorb oil and not cook properly.
NOTE
Ensure the oil has reached the selected temperature before lowering food into the oil. Food cooked in oil that has not reached the correct temperature will absorb more oil and become soggy. Food should be of uniform size when placed in the basket to ensure even cooking. Wet foods should be patted dry before adding to the basket to decrease the amount of water coming into contact with the oil.

Auto Cut-Out Reset Button
Always add the required amount of oil to the removable deep fryer bowl, not exceeding the MAX marking, BEFORE switching the power on at the power outlet. An auto cut-out safety switch will be activated if the unit is turned on without oil in the deep fryer bowl.
To reset the deep fryer, let the deep fryer cool completely and then press the reset button on the back of the control panel above the cord storage.
COOKING GUIDE
The cooking times given are a guide only and should be adjusted to suit the quantity of food being deep fried.

Tips for Deep Frying

Hints & Tips
Food should be crisp when deep fried. If results are soggy, this can be attributed to one or more of the following:

• Not enough preheating time.
• Temperature setting is too low.
• Too much food in the basket (do not fill more than two thirds full).
• Using liquid oil that is not recommended for deep frying e.g. olive oil.
• Oil can be re-used several times before it starts to break down (smoke point decreases, i.e., the oil will burn at a lower temperature, so fried food will be less crisp).
  After use, filter the cooled oil through a fine sieve then store in an airtight container in a dark place.
  Examples of materials that can be used as a fine sieve include new Chux® cloth, paper coffee filter or clean cotton material.

NOTE
Fats that quickly deteriorate, such as lard or fat drippings, are not recommended. Deep frying in butter or margarine is also not recommended because of the low smoke-point temperature.

Care, Cleaning and Storage

CAUTION
Never immerse the stainless steel housing, control panel or cord in water or any other liquid.

• Before cleaning, turn the control dial to the OFF position and turn off at the power outlet and unplug the power cord.
• Allow oil to cool completely. Oil will retain its temperature for a long time after use. Do not attempt to move or carry the deep fryer, element and control panel while it is hot.
• Oil should be filtered after each use and stored in a clean, air-tight container in a cool area. Good quality oil can be used several times. Do not store the oil in the deep fryer. Discard used oil in a sealed container with household waste. Do not pour down a sink or drain.

How to Clean Deep Fryer

1. After oil is removed from the deep fryer bowl, remove the control panel with attached element from the bowl.

2. Place the element onto kitchen paper to absorb excess oil. Wipe the element with a soft, damp cloth and dry thoroughly.

3. Remove the deep fryer bowl from the stainless steel housing.

4. Wash the frying basket, deep fryer bowl and lid in hot, soapy water.
   Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

5. The exterior of the stainless steel housing and control panel can be  cleaned with a slightly dampened cloth and mild dishwashing liquid.

NOTE
The deep fryer bowl, frying basket and lid are dishwasher safe.
NOTE
Do not use any abrasive scouring pads, such as steel wool, to clean the enamel surface of the deep fryer bowl.
NOTE
Ensure all parts are dry before use.
NOTES

Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise, the product you
purchase may differ slightly from the illustration in this book. Issue A24
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