SILVERCREST SFM 850 A5 Mini Deep Fat Fryer Instruction Manual

MINI DEEP FAT FRYER

Operating instructions

Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and familiarise yourself with all functions of the device.

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance!
You have chosen a modern, high-quality product. These operating instructions are part of the product. They contain important information about safety, usage and disposal. Before using the product, please familiarise yourself with all operating and safety instructions. This appliance may only be used as described and for the purposes indicated. Please also pass these operating instructions on to any future owner.

Intended use

WARNING!
Danger if not used as intended!
The appliance may be hazardous if it is not used for its intended purpose and/ or used for any other purpose.

• Use the appliance only for its intended purpose.
• Observe the procedures described in these operating instructions.
  This appliance is intended exclusively for deep-frying food in private households. Not for commercial use. Use the appliance only in dry indoor areas.
  This appliance is not intended for use…
• in staff kitchens in shops, offices, and other commercial areas;
• by customers in hotels, motels or other residential facilities;
• in bed & breakfast accommodation.
  NOTE
• Claims of any kind for damage resulting from misuse, incorrect repairs, unauthorized modification or the use of unauthorized spare parts will not be accepted. The risk is borne solely by the user.

Package contents and transport inspection

The appliance is supplied with the following components as standard:

• Mini Deep Fat Fryer
• Frying basket and handle
• Operating instructions

1. Remove all parts of the appliance and the operating instructions from the box.
2. Remove all packaging materials and any adhesive labels from the appliance.

NOTE

•  Check the package for completeness and signs of visible damage.
• If the package is not complete or has been damaged due to defective packaging or transportation, contact the Service Hotline (see section Service).

Description of the appliance/accessories

1. Permanent metal filter
2. Frying container
3. Handle
4. Cable retainer
5. Temperature control
6. Ready control lamp
7. Power control lamp
8. On/off switch (O/I)
9. Lid release button
10. Handle
11. Frying basket

Technical details

Safety information

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

• Ensure that the power cable never becomes wet or damp when the appliance is in use. Route the cable so that it cannot be trapped or damaged in any way.
• Connect the appliance to a mains power socket supplying a voltage of 230 V ∼, 50/60 Hz.
• To prevent accidents, have defective plugs and/or power cables replaced immediately by an authorized specialist technician or our Customer Service department.

Never immerse the appliance and the cable in water, and do not clean these components under running water.

WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!

• This appliance must not to be used by children under the age of 8. This appliance may be used by children aged 8 and above if they are under constant supervision. This appliance may be used by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, provided that they are under supervision or have been told how to use the appliance safely and are aware of the potential risks.
• The appliance and its connecting cable must be kept away from children younger than 8 years old.
• Cleaning and maintenance may not be carried out by children.
• Provide a stable location for the appliance.
• Do not operate the appliance if it has been dropped or is damaged in any way. Have the appliance checked and/or repaired by qualified technicians if necessary.
• Hot steam is released during the deep-frying process, especially when the lid is opened. Keep a safe distance away from the steam.
• Ensure that all parts are completely dry before pouring oil or liquid fat into the deep fat fryer. Otherwise, hot oil or fat could splatter out.
• Carefully pat all foodstuffs dry before placing them in the deep fat fryer. Otherwise, hot oil or fat could splatter out.
• Be especially careful with frozen foodstuffs. Remove any ice that may have formed on them. The more ice there is on the foodstuff, the more the hot oil or fat will splatter.
• Some parts of the appliance become very hot during operation. Touching these may cause serious burns.
• The appliance should be set up in a stable position using the handles to avoid spillage of hot liquids.
• Avoid splashing oil or grease onto the floor. There is a risk of slipping!

WARNING! RISK OF FIRE!

• Do not use an external timing switch or a separate remote control system to operate the appliance.
• Never melt solid fat (fat in blocks) in the deep fat fryer. Due to the high temperatures that are generated before the fat covers the heating element, the heating element can be damaged or there could be a fire! Melt the fat beforehand in a saucepan or similar.
• Do not use the appliance near hot surfaces.
• Never leave the appliance unattended while it is being used.

Caution! Hot surface!

NEVER use water to extinguish a fire in the deep fat fryer!

• Old or dirty fats and oils can spontaneously ignite if overheated. Change the oils or fats regularly. In the case of a fire, remove the plug from the mains power socket and
  smother the burning fat or oil with a damp towel or fire blanket.

CAUTION! APPLIANCE DAMAGE!

• When filling the frying container with fat, never fill it to above the MAX marking or to below the MIN marking. Whenever you intend to switch the appliance on, first ensure that there is sufficient oil or fat in the deep fat fryer.
• Never switch the appliance on if there is no oil or liquid fat in it. Otherwise, the appliance may overheat.
• This deep fat fryer is suitable only for frying foodstuffs. It is not designed for cooking liquids.

NOTE

• No user action is required to switch the product between  50 and 60 Hz. The product adapts automatically to either50 or 60 Hz.

Before first use

Before you use the deep fat fryer for the first time, please clean all individual components thoroughly and carefully dry them (see chapter “Cleaning and care”).

Low-acrylamide cooking

Acrylamide is a possibly carcinogenic substance formed from a reaction with amino acids when frying foodstuffs with high starch content. The formation of acrylamide increases dramatically at temperatures of more than 175°C. You should therefore avoid frying foodstuffs with a high starch content, for example, chips, at temperatures above 170°C. The foodstuffs should only be fried to golden-yellow, instead of dark or brown. This is the only way to achieve low-acrylamide cooking.

Deep frying

We recommend cooking oil or liquid cooking fat for use in this deep fat fryer. You can also use solid cooking fats. Read the chapter “Solid cooking fats” for more information.

Preparations

1. Place the appliance on a horizontal, level, stable, and heat-resistant surface.
   NOTE
   • If you wish to place the deep fat fryer below the cooker extraction hood, ensure that the cooker is switched off.
2. Unwind all of the power cables from the cable retainer 4.
3. Press the lid release button 9. The appliance lid flips open.
4. Remove the frying basket 11 and attach the handle 10:
   – Press the handle rods 10 together so that the holding pins can be inserted into the eyelets on the frying basket 11:
   – Loosen your grip on the pressed-together rods on handle 10 so that the holding pins project into the holes:
   – Pull the handle 10 backward so that it clicks into place:
   – The handle 10 is now seated firmly on the frying basket 11.
   NOTE
   • Only use oils or fats which are specifically labeled as non-foaming and are suitable for deep frying. This information is to be found on the packaging or the label.
   • Never mix different types of oil or fat! The deep fat fryer could froth over.
5. Fill the dry and empty frying container 2 with cooking oil, liquid, or molten fat (about 1.2 liters of oil or about 1 kg of solid fat).
   NOTE
   • When filling the frying container 2 with oil or fat, never fill it to above the MAX marking or to below the MIN marking.
   WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
   • The power cable must not come into contact with the hot parts of the deep fat fryer. The danger of electric shock!
6.  Replace the frying basket 11.
7. Close the lid so that it clicks into place.
   

Frying foods

CAUTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► Never operate the deep fat fryer without oil/fat!

1. Insert the plug into a mains power socket.
2. Set the on/off switch 8 to position “I”. The Power control lamp 7 lights up.
3. Turn the temperature control 5 to the desired temperature. The cooking oil or the fat is now heated up to the required temperature. When the required temperature has been reached, the Ready control lamp 6 lights up.
   NOTE
   ► We recommend allowing the appliance to heat up for 10 – 15 minutes before you start frying.
   NOTE
   The correct frying temperature is to be found either on the packaging of the food to be deep-fried or in the “Table – frying times” in these operating instructions. A rough guide as to which foods should be fried at which temperature is provided by the figures on the front of the deep fat fryer:

   Symbol	Food	Temperature
   	Prawns	130°C
   	Chicken	150°C
   	Chips (fresh)	170°C
   	Fish	190°C

   The values given are only for guidance. The temperature can vary depending on the properties of the foods and personal taste!
   WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
   ► The lid and the deep fat fryer become extremely hot during the deep-frying process. Therefore, do not touch anything except the handles 3 during deep-frying! Risk of burns! We recommend the use of oven gloves.

4. Press the lid release button 9.
   WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
   ► Take care when filling the frying basket 11! It is extremely hot!
5. Lift the frying basket 11 out of the deep fat fryer. Add the food to be fried. The frying basket 11 May only be filled to the extent that the food is completely covered with fat when the frying basket 11 is lowered into the deep fat fryer. Do not exceed the MAX marking on the frying basket 11.
6. Carefully lower the frying basket 11 into the hot oil or fat.
7.  Close the appliance lid.
   NOTE
   ► The frying process can be monitored through the viewing window in the lid of the appliance.

Solid cooking fats

To prevent fat from spraying and the appliance from becoming too hot, please take the following precautions when using solid frying fat:

• When using fresh fat, start by melting the blocks of fat slowly, under low heat, in a normal saucepan. Then carefully pour the molten fat into the deep fat fryer. Only when this has been done should you insert the plug into a mains power socket and switch the deep fat fryer on.
• After use, store the deep fat fryer with the solidified fat at room temperature.
• If the fat gets too cold, it could splatter out upon re-melting! To avoid this, pierce a few holes in the solidified fat with a wooden or plastic skewer. Ensure that you do not damage the frying container coating 2.
• To melt the fat, plug the appliance into the mains power socket, set the on/ off switch 8 to the “I” position and turn the temperature control 5 to 130˚C. The Power control lamp 7 lights up.
• Wait until all of the fat has melted. The Ready control lamp 6 may come on and go out several times during this process. Do not set the desired frying temperature until all of the fat has melted.

After frying

WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Never touch the frying basket 11 directly after deep frying. It is extremely hot! Lift the frying basket 11 out of the deep fat fryer only by the handles 10!

1. When the fried food is ready, press the lid release button 9 so that the lid pops open.
2. Lift the frying basket 11 and hang it on the rim of the appliance so that excess fat can drip off.
3. Turn the temperature control 5 to MIN.
4. To switch the appliance off, set the on/off switch 8 to the “O” position.
5. Pull the plug out of the power socket.
6. Once the fried food has dripped dry, lift the frying basket 11 carefully out of the deep fat fryer.
7. Tip the fried food into a bowl or a sieve (lined with absorbent kitchen paper!).
   If you do not use the deep fat fryer regularly, it is advisable to store the cooled oil in well-sealed bottles or other frying containers – preferably in the refrigerator or a similar cool storage location. Fill the bottles through a fine sieve in order to remove any food particles from the oil.

Changing the cooking oil or fat

Do not change the oil until it has completely cooled down. Solid fats must still be in a slightly liquid state so that they can be poured.

1. Press the lid release button 9 and remove the lid (see chapter “Cleaning and care”).
2. Remove the frying basket 11.
3. Hold the appliance by the side handles 3 and pour out the oil or fat via the rear left corner, which has a pouring notch ( ), into suitable containers such as bottles. Ideally, use a funnel to do this.
   NOTE
   ► The disposal of cooking oils and fats is regulated differently in every community or town. Disposal of such oils or fats in the normal household refuse is often prohibited. Make inquiries at your local community or town administration office about suitable disposal methods.
4. Thoroughly clean all parts of the deep fat fryer as described in the chapter “Cleaning and care”.
5. Refill the deep fat fryer with fresh oil or fat as described in the chapter “Deep frying”.

Cleaning and care

WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

• Always remove the plug from the mains power socket before cleaning the appliance.
  Under no circumstances should the appliance be immersed in liquids! This could result in a potentially fatal electric shock, and the appliance could be damaged.
  WARNING! RISK OF BURNS!
• Allow the appliance to cool down completely before cleaning it.
  CAUTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!
•  When cleaning the components, do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents or materials such as scouring milk or steel wool. These could damage the upper surface of the appliance!

To simplify cleaning, dismantle the deep fat fryer:

1. Open the cover over the permanent metal filter 1 and remove it:
   
2. Open the appliance lid. Push a rod or similar into the holes on the hinge mountings on the rear of the appliance and pull the lid up and out of the hinge mountings at the same time
   
3. Remove the frying basket 11.
   ■ The frying basket 11 can be cleaned in the dishwasher. It is dishwasher-safe. However, remove the handle 10 beforehand.
   NOTE
   ► Before first use, the frying basket 11 must be rinsed by hand. Before cleaning the frying basket 11 in the dishwasher, it must be dipped into oil.
   ► Dry the frying basket 11 well before re-use.
   ■ As soon as the fat/oil has cooled down, tip it out of the frying container 2 (see section “Changing the cooking oil or fat”).
   ■ Clean the handle 0 and the permanent metal filter 1 in warm water with a mild detergent. Rinse all the parts off using clean water.
   ■ Clean the housing and the frying container 2 with a damp cloth. If required, use a mild washing-up liquid on the cloth. Afterward, wipe clean with a cloth moistened only with water to ensure that no detergent remains in the frying container 2. Dry the housing and the frying container 2 thoroughly.
   ■ Clean the appliance lid in warm water using a mild detergent. Rinse the appliance lid off with clear water. Dry the appliance lid well and then place it upright on its side so that any excess water still inside the lid can drain away. Be aware that the lid must be completely dry before re-use!
   ■ Clean the permanent metal filter 1 in warm water with a little detergent, then rinse it with clear water.
4. Dry all parts well before assembly.
5. Replace the permanent metal filter 1 in the cavity in the device lid and close the cover over the permanent metal filter 1.
6. Replace the lid on the appliance so that the hinges grip into the hinge supports on the rear side of the appliance and sit firmly in place.

NOTE

• Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative or Customer Service.

Storage

1. Lift or carry the appliance using the side handles 3 on the housing.
2.  Wrap the power cable around the cable retainer 4 on the rear of the appliance. Push one of the pins of the mains plugs into one of the holes on the cable retainer 4 to hold the mains plug in place:
   
3. The handle 10 of the frying basket 11 can be removed for storage and laid in the frying basket 11 so that frying basket 11 can be placed in the deep fat fryer.
4. Store the appliance with the appliance lid closed. This will keep the inside of the deep fat fryer is clean and free of dust.

Tips

Home-made chips
NOTE
► Approx. 450 g of freshly cut chips can be added to the frying basket 11 (up to the MAX mark).

• The potatoes you plan to fry should be in good condition and not germinating.
• Use potato varieties that are suitable for frying, such as those that are “floury” or “waxy”.
• After peeling, cut the potatoes according to the intended preparation (chips or wedges).
• Soak the potatoes for about one hour prior to use. This will help remove part of the sugar content, which is one of the constituent products for the formation of acrylamide.
• Carefully dry the potatoes.

Deep-frozen foods

Deep-frozen foodstuffs (-16°C to -18°C) cool the oil or fat to a considerable extent, because of this they do not sear fast enough and may therefore soak up too much oil or fat. To avoid this, proceed as follows:

• Do not attempt to deep-fry large amounts all at once. Do not fill the frying basket q to more than the maximum fill level marked on the inside of the basket. This equates to around 450 g of frozen chips.
• Heat the oil for at least 15 minutes before adding the frozen foods.
• Adjust the temperature control 5 to the temperature specified in these operating instructions or on the food’s packaging.
• Preferably, allow the deep-frozen food to thaw at room temperature prior to deep-frying. Remove as much ice and water as possible before adding the food into the deep fat fryer.
• Always add foods as slowly and carefully as possible into the deep fat fryer, as deep-frozen foods can cause the oil or fat to bubble violently and abruptly.

How to prevent unwanted aftertaste
Some foodstuffs, especially fish, release fluids when being deep-fried. These fluids collect in the oil or fat and can impair the smell and taste of foods that are deep-fried in the same oil or fat afterward.
Proceed as follows to obtain neutral-tasting oil or fat:

• Heat the fat or oil to 150°C and place two thin slices of bread or a couple of small sprigs of parsley into the frying basket 11.
• Lower the frying basket 11 into the fat and close the lid.
• Wait until the oil or fat is no longer bubbling and remove the bread or parsley with a skimmer. The oil or fat now has a neutral taste once again.

Healthy nutrition

Nutrition experts recommend the use of vegetable oils and fats containing unsaturated fatty acids (e.g. linoleic acid). However, these oils and fats lose their beneficial properties faster than other oils and must therefore be replaced more frequently. Orient yourself on the following guidelines:

• Replace the oil or fat regularly. If you use the deep fat fryer mainly to prepare chips and strain the oil or fat after every use, it can be used 10 to 12 times.
• However, do not use the oil or fat for longer than six months. Always follow the instructions provided on the packaging.
• As a general rule, oils and fats cannot be used so often if you mainly deep-fry protein-rich foods such as meat or fish.
• Do not mix fresh oil with used oil.
• Change the oil or fat if it foams on being heated if it develops a strong taste or odor if it becomes dark, and/or if it develops a syrupy consistency.

Table – frying times

The table provides details of the temperatures at which specific foods must be fried and how much frying time is required for them. The values given are only guidelines, however. The times can vary depending on personal taste and the quantity and composition of the food. If these details differ from those shown on the packaging of the food to be deep-fried, please observe the instructions provided on the packaging.

NOTE

• It is possible that there will be minor variations in the temperatures.
• Do not fill the frying basket 11 up to more than the max. mark on the inside.

Troubleshooting

If the malfunction cannot be corrected using one of the suggestions above, or if you have found some other kind of malfunction, please contact our Customer Service department.

Appendix

Disposal

Never dispose of the appliance in your normal domestic waste. This product is subject to the provisions of European Directive 2012/19/EU.
Dispose of the appliance via an approved disposal company or your municipal waste facility. Please comply with all applicable regulations. Please contact your waste disposal facility if you are in any doubt.
Your local community or municipal authorities can provide information on how to dispose of the worn-out product.
The packaging is made from environmentally friendly material and can be disposed of at your local recycling plant.
Dispose of the packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. Note the labeling on the packaging and separate the packaging material components for disposal if necessary. The packaging material is labeled with abbreviations (a) and numbers (b) with the following meanings:
1–7: Plastics,
20–22: Paper and cardboard,
80–98: Composites.

Kompernass Handels GmbH warranty

Dear Customer,
This appliance has a 3-year warranty valid from the date of purchase. If this product has any faults, you, the buyer, have certain statutory rights. Your statutory rights are not restricted in any way by the warranty described below.
Warranty conditions
The warranty period starts on the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt in a safe place. This will be required as proof of purchase.
If any material or manufacturing fault occurs within three years of the date of purchase of the product, we will either repair or replace the product for you or refund the purchase price (at our discretion). This warranty service requires that you present the defective appliance and the proof of purchase (receipt) within the three-year warranty period, along with a brief written description of the fault and of when it occurred.
If the defect is covered by the warranty, your product will either be repaired or replaced by us. The repair or replacement of a product does not signify the beginning of a new warranty period.
The warranty period and statutory claims for defects
The warranty period is not prolonged by repairs effected under the warranty. This also applies to replaced and repaired components. Any damage and defects present at the time of purchase must be reported immediately after unpacking. Repairs carried out after the expiry of the warranty period shall be subject to a fee.
Scope of the warranty
This appliance has been manufactured in accordance with strict quality guidelines and inspected meticulously prior to delivery.
The warranty covers material faults or production faults. The warranty does not extend to product parts subject to normal wear and tear or too fragile parts which could be considered consumable parts such as switches, batteries, or parts made of glass. The warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged, improperly used, or improperly maintained. The directions in the operating instructions for the product regarding the proper use of the product are to be strictly followed. Uses and actions that are discouraged in the operating instructions or which are warned against must be avoided. This product is intended solely for private use and not for commercial purposes. The warranty shall be deemed void in cases of misuse or improper handling, use of force, and modifications / repairs which have not been carried out by one of our authorized service centers.

Warranty claim procedure
To ensure quick processing of your case, please observe the following instructions:

• Please have the till receipt and the item number (e.g. IAN 123456_7890) available as proof of purchase.
• You will find the item number on the type plate on the product, an engraving on the product, on the front page of the operating instructions (below left) or on the sticker on the rear or bottom of the product.
• If functional or other defects occur, please contact the service department listed either by telephone or by e-mail.
• You can return a defective product to us free of charge to the service address that will be provided to you. Ensure that you enclose the proof of purchase (till receipt) and information about what the defect is and when it occurred.

You can download these instructions along with many other manuals, product videos, and installation software at www.lidl-service.com. This QR code will take you directly to the Lidl service page (www.lidl-service.com) where you can open your operating instructions by entering the item number (IAN) 352648_2010.

Service
Service Great Britain
Tel.: 0800 404 7657
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Tel.: 80062230
E-Mail:
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Importer
Please note that the following address is not the service address. Please use the
service address provided in the operating instructions.
KOMPERNASS HANDELS GMBH
BURGSTRASSE 21
44867 BOCHUM
GERMANY
www.kompernass.com