Tefal FR4021: English Safety instructions Cooking Connecting to the power supply Recommendations Using

jamais 175°C même si le thermostat est réglé sur 190°C

• Use a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface, away from any water

(=température stabilisée avant plongée).

splashes.

• Never leave the appliance unattended when in use.

English

• This electrical equipment operates at high temperatures which

may cause burns. Do not touch the hot parts of the appliance

Safety instructions

(filter, window, metal walls (depending on model), other

General instructions

apparent metal parts…).

Read and follow the instructions for use. Keep them safe.

• Do not switch on the appliance near to flammable materials

This appliance is not intended to be operated using an external

(blinds, curtains….) or close to an external heat source (gas stove,

timer or separate remote control system.

hot plate etc.).

For your safety, this appliance complies with the safety regulations

• In the event of fire, never try to extinguish the flames with water.

and directives in effect at the time of manufacture (Low-voltage

Close the lid. Unplug the appliance. Smother the flames with a

Directive, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Food Contact Materials

damp cloth.

Regulations, Environment…).

• Do not move the appliance when it is full of liquids or hot food.

Check that the power supply voltage corresponds to that shown on

• If you have a removable bowl, never take it out when the fryer is

the appliance (alternating current).

switched on.

Given the diverse standards in effect, if the appliance is used in a

• Never immerse the appliance or the electrical control unit in

country other than that in which it is purchased, have it checked by

water!

an approved Service Centre.

• Before throwing away your appliance, the timer battery must be

This appliance is designed for domestic use only and not outdoor.

removed by an approved Service Centre (depending on model).

In case of professional use, inappropriate use or failure to comply

• Do not store your deep fryer outside. Store it in a dry and well

with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility

ventilated area.

and the guarantee does not apply.

• It is essential that you wait until the oil has cooled down before

Remove all packaging materials and any promotional labels or

storing the fryer.

stickers from your deep fryer before use. Be sure to also remove any

materials from underneath the removable bowl (depending on

Cooking

model).

• Never plug in the deep fryer without oil or fat inside. The oil level

Do not use the appliance if the appliance or the cord is damaged, if

must always be between the min and max markers.

the appliance has fallen or shows visible damage or does not work

• If you use solid vegetable fat, cut it into pieces and melt it over a

properly .In the event of the above, the appliance must be sent to

slow heat in a separate pan beforehand, then slowly pour it into

an approved Service Centre. Do not take the appliance apart

the deep fryer bowl. Never put solid fat directly into the deep fryer

yourself.

bowl or fryer basket as this will lead to deterioration of the

For your own safety, use only accessories and spare parts which are

appliance.

suitable for your appliance.

• Do not mix different types of oil. Never add water to the oil or fat.

Connecting to the power supply

• Do not overfill the basket, never exceed the maximum capacity.

• Always plug the appliance into an earthed socket.

• If you have a removable anti-odour filter, change it after every 10

• Do not use an extension lead. If you accept liability for doing so,

- 15 uses (foam filter) or after 30 - 40 uses (cartridge with

only use an extension lead which is in good condition, has an

saturation indicator), or 80 uses (carbon filter). Some models are

earthed plug and is suited to the power of the appliance.

equipped with a permanent metallic filter, which does not need

• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the

to be changed.

manufacturer, an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified

Recommendations

person in order to avoid any danger.

• Limit the cooking temperature to 170°C, especially for potatoes.

• For models with removable cord, only the original power cord can

• Use the basket for chips.

be used.

• Control the cooking: Do not eat burnt food.

• Do not leave the cord hanging. The power cord must never be in

• Clean your oil after every use to avoid burnt crumbs and change

close proximity to or in contact with the hot parts of your

it regularly.

appliance, close to a source of heat or rest on sharp edges.

• Eat a balanced and varied diet which includes plenty of fruits and

• Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord.

vegetables.

• Always unplug the appliance: immediately after use, when

• Store your fresh potatoes in a room above 8°C.

moving it, prior to any cleaning or maintenance.

• For best results and fast cooking, we recommend that you limit

Using

the quantity of chips to 1/2 basket per frying.

• This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including

• For a larger quantity of food or potatoes, the temperature drops

children) with a physical, sensory or mental impairment, or

very fast just after having lowered the basket. This lowers the oil

people without knowledge or experience, unless they are

temperature considerably and it never reaches above 175 C, even

supervised or given prior instructions concerning the use of the

if the thermostat is set at 190 C. (=Stabilized Temperature before

appliance by someone responsible for their safety.

lowering).

• Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with

the appliance.

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