Cuisinart CDF-130 User Manual - Page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS 1. Always keep lid closed while deep fryer is cooking food. Use basket handle to raise and lower basket. After removing lid, always raise basket out of hot oil, rest on basket hook and allow food to drain for 10 to 20 seconds. 2. BEWARE OF STEAM WHEN OPENING LID. 3. Wet food should be dried first with paper towels. Remove loose ice from frozen foods. Close the lid when frying. Beware of oil splattering when food is put into the oil. 4. Keep appliance at least 4 inches away from walls or other objects during operation. Do not place any objects on top of appliance while it is operating. 5. Be sure oil container is filled to at least the minimum oil level. Do not fill above the maximum. Do not operate appliance without oil or with an insufficient amount of oil. Never pour oil into heated oil container. 6. Do not operate this appliance if the lid and the oil container are not completely dry. 7. Keep this fryer out of reach of children while in use and away from edges of countertops, where it could be pulled off or pushed over by children. 8. DO NOT use any solid/hydrogenated oil, olive oil, grapeseed oil, shortening or lard in this deep fryer. DO NOT MIX OILS as they may have different smoke points. USE GOOD QUALITY oil that has a smoke point of 400˚F or higher. CAUTION: To prevent damage to countertop or tabletop finish, use a nonflammable, heat-resistant coaster or placemat between the appliance and the countertop or tabletop surface. Never place on carpet, furniture, or other combustible materials. BREAKAWAY CORD AND POLARIZED PLUG This appliance features a breakaway cord and polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). The breakaway cord is designed to quickly disconnect from the appliance when a pulling force is applied. NOTE: The breakaway cord can fit into the appliance in only one direction. Please refer to printing on the cord connector that states "This Side Up." To reduce the risk of electric shock, a polarized plug is featured. This plug is intended to fit only into a polarized outlet. If the plug does not fit into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any manner. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord in the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to "off," then remove plug from wall outlet. SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord. EXTENSION CORD USE An extension cord or longer detachable cord is not recommended for use with deep fryers. ELECTRIC POWER If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate. It should be operated on an electrical circuit that is free from other appliances. If you are not sure of the reason for overloading or cannot find a separate circuit, contact a qualified electrician. This appliance is for 120 volts only and should not be used with a converter. 3