Operating instructions

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IMPORTANT
Thank you for purchasing the Cuisinart CDF-100C Compact Deep
Fryer. To ensure that you get the most out of your purchase and enjoy
this product for years to come, please note the following:
• Donotleavetheunitunattendedwhilethepowerinonand/orifthe
unit is in use.
• Operatetheunitonlywiththerecommendedamountofoil,never
run "dry" (without oil).
• Somesmokemayappearwhenoperatingtheunit.Thisisnormal
and will depend on the type of oil used (note that some cooking
 oils,likevegetable,forexample,maysmokemorethanothers).
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Whenusingelectricalappliances,basicsafetyprecautionsshould
alwaysbefollowed,includingthefollowing:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
 2.Donottouchhotsurface;usehandlesorknobs.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plug or
baseunitinwaterorotherliquid.
 4.Closesupervisionisnecessarywhenanyapplianceisusedbyor
near children.
 5.Unplugfromoutletwhennotinuseandbeforecleaning.Allow
applianceandtheoiltocoolcompletelybeforeputtingonor
takingoffparts,andbeforecleaningordrainingtheappliance.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
afteranappliancemalfunctions,orhasbeendamagedinany
manner.
 7.Theuseofaccessoryattachmentsnotrecommendedby
Cuisinart may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
 9.Donotletcordhangoveredgeoftableorcounter,ortouch
hot surfaces.
10.Donotplaceonornearahotgasorelectricburner,orina
heatedoven.
11.Extremecautionmustbeusedwhenmovingfryercontaining
hot oil.
12.Besurehandlesareproperlyattachedtobasketandlockedin
place.Seedetailedassemblyinstructions.
13.Alwaysattachplugtoappliancefirst,thenplugcordintothewall
outlet.Todisconnect,turntemperatureknobtoMinandthen
removeplugfromwalloutlet.
14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
15.Anyotherservicingshouldbeperformedbyanauthorizedservice
representative.
16.Tosecurehandleand/orfeetassembliesshallperiodicallycheck
for looseness and retighten screws or nuts.
CAUTION:Overtighteningcanresultinstrippingofscrewsornuts
or cracking of handle or feet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS
Ashortpowersupplycordisprovidedtoreducetheriskofbecoming
entangledinortrippingoveralongcord.Alongerdetachablepower-
supplycordorextensioncordisnotrecommendedforusewiththe
Compact Deep Fryer.
NOTICE
Thisappliancehasapolarizedplug(onebladeiswiderthantheother).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a
polarizedoutletonlyoneway.Iftheplugdoesnotfitfully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 way.
CONTENTS
ImportantSafeguards........................................ 2
SpecialCordSetInstructions ................................. 2
Introduction ............................................... 3
Parts and Features.......................................... 3
Before the First Use ......................................... 4
AssemblyInstructions ....................................... 4
OperatingInstructions ....................................... 4
Cleaning and Care .......................................... 5
WarrantyInformation ........................................ 6
INTRODUCTION
YouaregoingtolovethisDeepFryer.Preparerestaurant-qualitydeep
friedfoodsrightathome–quickly,easily,andwithnomess.Because
this deep fryer is compact, it really doesn't take up much room on
yourcounter.Anditusesjust1.1literofoiltofryupto¾-pound
(375g)batchesofavarietyofdifferentfoods.Tryoutadishyouhadin
yourfavouriterestaurant,orpulloutthatrecipeyou'vebeensaving.
Cuisinart makes it easy!
PARTS AND FEATURES
1. Filter cover
2. Anti-odour charcoal filter (not shown)
3. Removable lid
4. Viewing window
5. Basket – chrome plated steel mesh (not shown)
6. Handle – detachable basket handle
7. Nonstick Diecast Bowl with pouring spout (not shown)
8. Housing – brushed stainless steel
9. Cool touch side handles
10. Adjustable temperature control
11. Indicator lights – red indicator light signals that fryer is heating up;
green indicator light signals that fryer is ready to cook
12. Detachable power cord (not shown)
13. Nonskid feet
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