BELLA 13401 3.5L Deep Fryer - Manual (Page 11)

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User Maintenance Instructions
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Any servicing requiring
disassembly other than cleaning must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician.
Care & Cleaning Instructions
WARNING! Allow the fryer to cool fully before emptying the oil and cleaning the appliance.
1. Make sure your Deep Fryer is unplugged and the filled oil tank has cooled completely.
2. Remove the lid.
3. Remove the fry basket from the oil tank.
4. Grasp control panel/heater assembly and gently pull up to remove. Use caution when removing the
control panel/heater assembly as oil may splash out of the tank. Wipe control panel/heater assembly with
a damp cloth and dry completely. Handle the heater coils and assembly with care.
5. CAUTION: Do not immerse the control panel/heater assembly in water. Doing so could permanently
damage the Deep Fryer.
6. Grasp rim of oil tank and carefully lift tank out of deep fryer body. Carefully strain the oil from the tank
into a suitable container. (See Draining and Recycling Oil for complete details.)
NOTE: It is best to work over a sink or garbage can in case of any spillage.
7. Wash lid, fry basket, oil tank, and deep fryer body in hot, soapy water. Dry all parts thoroughly.
8. Oil Tank Cleaning: Soak in hot, soapy water. Use a stiff nylon brush to remove stubborn or burned-on
residue. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning products they may damage the surface of the tank.
9. Make sure the lid and oil tank are completely dry after washing and before use.
10. Reassemble Deep Fryer as described in Before Using for the First Time. (See Figure 1).
Storing Instructions
1. Make sure all parts are clean and dry before storing.
2. Never store Deep Fryer while it is hot or wet.
3. To store, assemble clean Deep Fryer, placing the oil tank into the stainless steel body.
4. Slide the control panel/heater assembly into position.
5. Fold the fryer basket handle over into the basket. (See Figure 3.) Place folded basket into the oil tank.
6. Remove detachable cord and place it into the oil tank.
7. Cover with the lid.
8. Store appliance in its box or in a clean, dry place.
Troubleshooting
Deep Fryer does not operate
• Make sure the detachable power supply cord is properly attached to the receptacle.
• Make sure the control panel/heater assembly is correctly fitted. The Deep Fryer will not operate if the
heater assembly brackets are not fully inserted and properly attached to the deep fryer body.
Oil temperature is too high
• Not enough oil in oil tank. Unplug Deep Fryer and check oil level. Oil level should be between MIN and
MAX fill lines. Add oil as necessary.
Oil bubbles over
• Too much oil in Deep Fryer oil tank. Never fill with oil above the MAX fill line.
• Too much food. Fry smaller quantities at a time.
• Food is too wet. Pat dry with paper towels before placing in fryer basket.
Food tastes greasy or not crisp
• The wrong type of oil has been used. Use a high-quality oil such as vegetable, canola or corn.
• Too much food cooked at the same time. Cook smaller amounts of food, especially frozen foods.
• Frying temperature is too low. Allow unit to preheat or reheat to the desired temperature prior to use.
Food or Deep Fryer emits unpleasant odors
• Oil has deteriorated. Change oil as needed.
• Used oil absorbs food odors. Do not fry desserts in oil that has been used to fry fish.
CAUTION: In order to avoid the risk of an electric shock, never try to repair the unit yourself. Take it to an
authorized service station for examination and repair.
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