Sunbeam DF5200S - Manual (Page 22)

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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Strong smell • Oil has gone bad • Replace oil
• The correct oil is not being used • Use only high quality oil.
Do not mix oils of a different quality or
type.
Oil overflowing • Fryer is filled above the • Check oil level on the inside
maximum level of fryer.
• Wet food placed in hot oil. • Dry food first.
• Stated quantities exceeded. • Do not fry food above the
weight indicated.
Food is not browning • Cooking temperature is too low. • Adjust the dial to the correct cooking
temperature.
• Basket is overloaded. • Do not fry food above the stated
quantities and weights
• Oil is not hot enough. • Faulty thermostat. Consult Service
Centre.
Chips are sticking together • Food not washed thoroughly • Wash potatoes thoroughly
before placed in the oil • and dry before frying.
Appliance not working • Appliance has been turned on • Allow the fryer to cool down,
with out fat or oil. fill with oil and press the reset button
that is concealed at the back of the
fryer.
• Temperature control dial not • Choose cooking temperature.
at correct setting.