Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer User Guide

Hamilton Beach 35021 Electric Deep Fryer

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, base, or removable control panel with heating element in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Be sure handle is properly assembled to basket and locked into place. See detailed assembly instructions.
6. Unplug from wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
   Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer for use with this model may cause injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
12. Never move deep fryer containing hot oil.
13. Always attach the plug to the appliance first; then plug the cord in the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to MIN and remove the plug from wall outlet.
14. Do not use appliances for other than the intended purpose.
15. To reduce the risk of injury, NEVER fill oil above MAX fill mark.
16. Always ensure removable tank is filled to at least MIN level when using oil.
17. Never leave appliance unattended while in use.
18. Always dry foods and remove ice before frying.
19. Always dry deep fryer components thoroughly after cleaning and before frying.
20. Always fry with lid in place.
21. Do not use refrigerated oil.
22. Never block vent on lid. Be aware of steam emitting from vent.
23. Escaping steam may cause burns to hands or fingers. Open the lid carefully.
24. Always raise the basket, rest on oil tank, and allow food to drain before removing lid or food basket.
    SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Other Consumer Safety Information
This product is intended for household use only. This product is only intended for the preparation, cooking, and serving of foods. This product is not intended for use with any nonfood materials or products.
WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug (one wide blade) that reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter.
If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

WARNING! Burn Hazards.

Serious hot-oil burns may result from a deep-fat fryer being pulled off a countertop. Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge of the counter where it may be grabbed by children or become entangled with the user. Do not use with an extension cord.

Hot liquid will splash if you miss the drain bracket and accidentally drop the frying basket into the hot liquid. Do not lean over the deep fryer when the lid is off.

Parts and FeaturesHow to Assemble the Fryer

1. Place the base on a stable, flat surface. Insert oil tank into base.
2. Slide control panel with heating element into base; making sure it is in place.
   NOTE: The heater cannot be turned on unless correctly installed on base.
3. To assemble handle, squeeze tines of handle together. Align tines with round holes on metal bracket of basket.
4. Release tines to allow them to spread and then pull handle back to lock into the metal bracket.
5. For storage: Push handle into basket and squeeze tines together to remove the handle.

Frying

BEFORE FIRST USE

Thoroughly clean and dry fryer. See “Cleaning Your Fryer” section.
NOTE: Never operate unit without oil in tank or unit will exceed temperature limit and will require resetting. See “How to Reset” section for details.

WARNING
Burn Hazard.

• Never fill oil above MAX fill mark.
• Never move fryer when it is in operation or when fryer contains hot oil.
• Never leave the fryer unattended while in use.
• Remove as much moisture from food as possible. Do not add water or ice to oil.
• Escaping steam may cause burns to hands or fingers. Open lid carefully.
• Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious burns since hot oil may spill from fryer.

1. Place assembled fryer on a stable,level, heat-resistant surface out of reach of children.
   Press the OPEN button to open lid.
2. Fill the fryer with at least 6 but no more than 8 cups of oil to the MAX indicator mark on the removable oil tank.
   NOTICE: Never operate unit without oil in tank or unit will exceed temperature limit and will require resetting. (See “How to Reset” on page 11.)
3. Make sure the fryer is turned to MIN. Attach the magnetic end of cord assembly to the fryer socket. The magnetic end of cord will only go in one way. Be careful not to disturb magnetic connection when plugging cord into an electrical outlet.
   NOTE: Magnetic force is relatively low to ensure that the cord will break away in the event of being inadvertently pulled, thereby preventing deep fryer from being pulled off a countertop.
4. Close lid. Set the temperature control to desired setting. Preheat fryer until READY Light comes on (6 to 10 minutes). For more information on temperature selection, check food package or Frying Chart. READY Light will come on when oil has reached preset temperature.
   FRYING TIP: READY Light may go out after frying a batch of food.
   When the oil has reached the selected temperature, the READY Light will come back on. Unit is now ready to fry the next batch of food.
5. To fry food, place food in the basket.
   NOTE: Do not exceed the maximum amount of food to be fried in one batch. See Frying Chart for more information.
6. Press the OPEN button to open lid.
7. Carefully hang basket on oil tank. Close lid.
8. Lower basket into the tank. Set time based on Frying Chart or package directions.
9. To drain food, leave lid closed, pull up basket handle until it hooks on edge of oil tank.
10. To remove food, press OPEN button to open lid. Line a bowl or colander with paper towels. Carefully, empty food from basket onto paper towels. Fill basket and repeat frying as desired.
11. Turn the temperature control to MIN and unplug appliance after use.

Frying Chart

NOTES:

• The length of cooking time and temperature may vary based on batch size and weight.
• For best results, fry a single layer of food for each batch.
• Frozen, uncooked chicken should be thawed, excess water removed, and patted dry with a paper towel prior to cooking.
• See “Frying Tips” for more information to obtain the best results.
• Always follow package directions.
• When cooking meat, poultry, or fish, use a cooking thermometer to determine internal temperatures.
• Visit foodsafety.gov for more information on safe internal cooking temperatures.

IF YOU LIVE IN A HIGH-ALTITUDE AREA:
The Extension service will have detailed information about cooking for your area. To locate the Cooperative Extension service in your county, please visit http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/.

Cleaning Your Fryer

WARNING

Burn Hazard.
To avoid eruptions and/or spatter of hot oil, dry all fryer components thoroughly before using.

1. Make sure the fryer is turned to MIN. Unplug from wall outlet. Wait until oil has cooled. This can take several hours.
2. Lift the control panel up and out of the base. Do not drip oil on the base. Do not immerse the heating element assembly in water.
   NOTE: To avoid damaging the fryer, use care when cleaning the heating element assembly. Gently wipe with soft cloth dampened with hot, soapy water.
3. Lift the oil tank from the fryer and pour out oil. Wipe all excess oil or oil film from oil tank.
4. Clean outside of base with hot, soapy water. Do not immerse unit in water.
5. Press the OPEN button to release and open lid. Hold base with one hand; use another hand to slightly tilt lid towards the control panel and pull lid up.
6. TO REINSERT LID: Place lid on the lid hinge, making sure the silver spring lines up with the opening on the back of the base. Slightly tilt lid towards control panel; gently press lid down into place.

Frying Tips

SELECTING AND CHANGING THE FRYING OIL:

• Use a good quality vegetable or peanut oil.
• Frying foods in butter, margarine, olive oil, or animal fat is NOT recommended because of low temperature smoke point.
• DO NOT mix two types of oil.
• Change oil regularly to maintain optimum frying and flavor quality.
• Oil used for french fries can be used 10 to 12 times before changing if oil is filtered after each use. Oil used for food that is high in protein (such as meat or fish) should be changed more frequently.
• To filter oil, allow oil to cool completely. Cheesecloth or paper towel may be used as a filter to strain oil.
• Always follow food package directions.
• DO NOT add fresh oil to used oil.
• Always change the oil when it has a strong smell or taste, or when it turns dark and/or syrupy.

BEFORE FRYING:

• Excess water or ice particles can cause hot oil to splatter or foam. Remove any excess water from fresh food by blotting with a paper towel. Remove any ice chunks or buildup from frozen foods.

GENERAL TIPS:

• DO NOT use plastic utensils in hot oil.
• Season food AFTER frying.
• If food is not as crisp as desired, reduce batch size.

DISPOSING OF OIL:

• Pour cool oil into its original (resealable) empty plastic bottle.

BASKET USAGE WITH FRESHLY BATTERED FOODS:

• Freshly battered foods should be carefully placed directly into the oil. First, lower basket completely and then carefully place each piece of battered food into hot oil. Use basket to remove fried battered foods.

STORAGE:

• The basket handle can be disengaged and rotated into the basket. Place oil tank in base and then place basket and power cord in oil tank.
• It is best to store all oils in the refrigerator or a cool, dark, dry place for up to six months.

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Troubleshooting

HOW TO RESET:
If your unit is not heating or will not turn on, your unit may need to be reset.

1. Make sure fryer and oil are cold.
2. Turn temperature control to MIN.
3. Unplug magnetic cord from the wall outlet.
4. Remove removable control panel and heater element.
5. Use a thin pointed object such as a wooden skewer or thin screwdriver to push in RESET button.

Limited Warranty

This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value.
This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase, is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz).
We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by a breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you. To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

FAQS

What is the highest temperature setting? Does it provide degrees?