Oster CKSTDFZM70 English - Page 5

Replacing and Cleaning Filters NOTE: Replace every 3 months or after 12 uses. • Open the Filter Cover, and remove filters. • Foam white Grease Filter may be washed in hot soapy water. Allow to air dry. • Charcoal Filters are not meant to be washed and it is recommended to replace every 3 months or after 12 uses. • Clean the inside of the cover with a damp soapy sponge. Rinse and dry thoroughly. • Place clean White Grease Filter on Lid, followed by Black Charcoal Odor Filter, then replace Filter Cover. NOTE: For replacement Charcoal Odor or Grease Filter, order through our website at www.oster.com or by calling 1-800-334-0759. Replacing the Timer Battery This deep fryer is equipped with a Digital Timer that works on its own battery source. From time to time it might be necessary to change the battery in the timer. 1. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot next to the timer display and "pop" out the whole timer. 2. Remove battery and replace with battery type #LR44. 3. Line up the timer with the hole and push the timer back into the housing until it snaps into place. Frying Time and Temperature The frying times in this chart are a guide and should be adjusted to suit the different quantities or thickness of food and to suit your own taste. Preheat time is 7-10 minutes for fryer to reach desired temperature. (Ready light will cycle On/Off during frying as temperature fluctuates due to food load.) Food Chicken Strips Chicken Pieces, Bone-In Fish, Battered French Fries, Frozen Fritters Onion Rings Shrimp, Breaded Temp. Setting 375°F 360°F 340°F 375°F 375°F 375°F 375°F Time (minutes) 5-8 15-20 8-10 3-5 2-4 3-5 2-4 NOTE: Prepackaged frozen cooked chicken may cook faster than above time. English-8 Reset the Overheat Protection Button Resetting the Overheat Protection Reset Button may be necessary if unit will not turn on at start up (power indicator light illuminated and temperature dial set to selected temperature) or if unit appears to have stopped working during use. 1. Unplug the unit from the wall electric outlet. 2. Allow the unit to cool down. 3. C heck the oil level in your unit. If it is below the minimum level, oil should be added before resetting the unit and resuming cooking cycle. 4. Remove the control box with heater. 5. U sing a narrow slotted screwdriver or pen, gently press the recessed reset button on the back of the control box, located on the lower right hand side as indicated by the arrow (see figure 3). 6. R eplace the control box with heater onto the main body and plug unit in for continued use. Figure 3 Problem Fryer not operating Oil spills over Food greasy or not crisp Unpleasant smell TROUBLE SHOOTING Cause Control Panel Assembly not seated properly. Power Strip not in correctly Not turned ON Not plugged in Outlet not energized Solution Reinstall Control Panel Assembly. Reinstall Power Strip Turn to ON Insert plug into outlet Check fuses or circuit breaker Oil reservoir over filled Too much water in food Remove excess oil (when cool) Dry food with towel Food batches too large Oil temperatures too low Using wrong type of oil Oil not fresh Use less food in basket Increase oil temperature Use good vegetable oil (See Hints for Best Results) Replace oil English-9