Oster CKSTDF1111 - Tips F or Dee P Frying

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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 removable Oil Reservoir
in hot soapy water. Gently wipe the Cool Zone Heating Element with a damp cloth. Dry all
parts thoroughly. See CARE AND CLEANING section.
When reassembling the unit, insert the lid vertically to ensure that the metal wire is
securely inserted into the metal bracket on the base.
CAUTION: Do not immerse cord, plug, Power Strip or Control Panel assembly 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needstobe
surrounded by oil. Too much food causes the oil temperature to drop, resulting in
“soggy” food. Food should be submerged completely in the oil.
• Besurethatallicecrystalsareremovedfromthefoodandfoodiscompletelydry.
Excessive water and ice can cause the oil to splatter and/or overflow.
• Coatedfoods(breadcrumbs,batters,etc.)arebestfordeepfrying.Thecoatingactsas
a protective layer keeping food moist on the inside and crisp on the outside.
• Forbestresults,defrostfrozenfoodsfor20minutespriortofrying.
• Fryfoodsatthecorrecttemperatureforbestresults.Thiswillpreventburningandgive
you even colored, crispy food.
• Prepackagedfrozen,cookedchicken,maycookfasterthanuncookedfood.
• Forevencooking,shakebaskethalfwaythroughcookingcycle.