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Deep Fryer
CF154
Owner’s Guide
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. To protect against risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury do not immerse control panel assembly, cord or plugs in water or other liquids. 4. Close supervision is necessary when Deep Fryer is used near children. Children should not use this appliance. 5. Unplug fr
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. ® This Deep Fryer is equipped with Rival brand’s SureRELEASE™ Power Cord System, which includes a detachable magnetic cord designed to separate from the unit when certain amounts of force are applied. (See details on pg.6 for instructions on proper usage of the SureRELEASE™ magnetic cord.) A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. WARNING: Do not u
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DIAGRAM OF PARTS NOTE: This is an enlarge Removable Filter Cover diagram of the removable LID. Charcoal Odor Filter White Grease Filter Removable Lid Fryer Basket Removable Condensation Tray Handle Release Button (back of fryer, not shown) Oil Reservoir Folding Handle Fryer Housing Open Lid Button Power Indicator (Red) Ready Indicator (Green) Timer Adjustable Thermostat -4-
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PREPARING YOUR DEEP FRYER FOR USE Prior to first use, remove all packaging materials from the exterior and interior of the fryer. Make sure the fryer is unplugged. Wash the Frying Basket and Oil Reservoir in hot soapy water. Dry all parts thoroughly. See CARE AND CLEANING. CAUTION: Do not immerse cord or plugs in water. TIPS FOR DEEP FRYING • Fill the unit with oil between the maximum and minimum capacity lines only. • Do not over fill the basket. To achieve quality results deep frying food need
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USING YOUR DEEP FRYER NOTE: Never turn on the fryer with an empty Oil Reservoir. Always use your fryer on a flat, heat resistant surface. Figure 1 1. Attach magnetic end of SureRELEASE™ cord assembly directly to the fryer. This should be done prior to plugging the cord into the wall outlet. The magnetic end of the cord is designed only to go on one way. Be sure the side stating “THIS SIDE UP” is facing up (See Figure 1). 2. Open Lid by pressing the Open Lid Button. 3. Remove Frying Basket by pul
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USING YOUR DEEP FRYER (CONT.) WARNING: DO NOT USE SureRELEASE™ POWER CORD SYSTEM TO DISCONNECT THE FRYER. ALWAYS DISCONNECT PLUG FROM WALL OUTLET FIRST TO DISCONNECT FRYER. Use only Model #PL1215 magnetic cord set with this product. The use of any other magnetic cord set may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. CAUTION: The SureRELEASE™ Power Cord is only for accidental disconnection and is not to be removed during normal operation. If the cord becomes disconnected, the user should immediately
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CARE AND CLEANING (CONT.) 8. Carefully pour oil into an airtight container. See Tips for Oil Use and Storage. NOTE: Do not remove oil until the Deep Fryer has cooled completely. 9. Wipe the Oil Reservoir with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Wash with hot soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. CAUTION: Never immerse the fryer in water or wash in running water. 10. A Removable Condensation Tray is located on the back of the Fryer. This Tray will collect any water that has been condensed on t
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REPLACING AND CLEANING FILTERS (CONT.) replace every 3 months or after 12 uses. 4. Clean the inside of the cover with a damp soapy sponge. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 5. Insert clean white Grease Filter on the bottom of Lid, followed by black Charcoal Odor Filter, then replace Filter Cover. NOTE: For replacement charcoal odor or grease filters, order through our website at www.rivalproducts.com or by calling us at 800-557-4825. FRYING TIME AND TEMPERATURE The frying times in this chart are a guide
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TIPS FOR OIL USE AND STORAGE • Do not use seasoned or flavored oil such as walnut, olive oil, lard or drippings because they have a low smoke point. Use blended vegetable oil, pure corn oil, sunflower oil, soybean oil or grape seed oil (canola oil) because these oils have a high smoke point. Peanut oil is not recommended because it impacts the flavor greatly. • Oils should never be mixed when deep frying. • High heat, water and burnt food particles break down the oil’s smoke point. Replace oil i
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSES SOLUTION Fryer not Not turned ON Turn to ON operating Not plugged in Insert plug into outlet Outlet not energized Check fuses or circuit breaker Oil reservoir over filled Remove excess oil (when Oil spills over cool) Too much water in food Dry food with paper towel Food batches too large Use less food in basket Food greasy Oil temperatures too low Increase oil temperature or not crisp Using wrong type of oil Use good vegetable oil (See Tips for Oil Use) Unpleasant
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RECIPES BEER BATTER FOR FISH OR CHICKEN 1 2 eggs (separated) ⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 1 tablespoon oil or butter 1 ⁄3 cups all-purpose flour 3 1 teaspoon salt ⁄4 cup flat beer For fresh fish, preheat oil to 320° F. For boneless chicken breasts, preheat oil to 375° F. Beat egg yolks with oil/butter, salt and pepper. Alternately add the beer and flour to mixture. Beat ingredients well and refrigerate for 3 to 12 hours. When you are ready to use mixture, carefully fold in 2 stiffly beaten
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RECIPES CHICKEN KIEV 4 whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 stick butter or margarine 1 1 tablespoon chopped onion ⁄2 cup flour 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 1 egg, beaten 1 1 ⁄2 teaspoons salt 1 cup fine, dry bread crumbs Preheat oil to 375° F. Place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap. Pound 1 with wooden mallet to flatten to ⁄4-inch thick. Remove plastic. Combine onion, parsley and salt and sprinkle on chicken. Cut butter into 8 pieces. Place a piece of butter on seasoned
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QUESTIONS? Visit our website www.rivalproducts.com. Call 1-800-557-4825. -14-
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the Warranty. 2. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase, please see the enclosed Warranty. 3. If you have any questions or comments regarding this unit’s operation or believe any repair is necessary,
