65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 1 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: Electric Deep Fryer with 1800 watts and “cool zone” technology for better tasting food Deep Fryer Use/Care and Recipe Guide Model DF-1241
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 2 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: DF-1241 DEEP FRYER Table of Contents: IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 GET TO KNOW YOUR NESCO DEEP FRYER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 DIRECTIONS FOR USE . . . . . . . . . . . .
DF-1241 Deep Fryer 3
S AV E T H E S E I N ST R U C T I O N S THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY 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. Breakaway Cord™ and Polarized Plug This appliance features a patented 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.
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 5 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: Directions For Use: 1. This appliance is designed for household and indoor use only. It is not intended for commercial use. 2. Before fryer is used the first time, remove all packaging materials and follow cleaning instructions in this book. 3. Press Lid Button to open lid. 4. Remove basket from Oil Reservoir. If required, unfold handle, pull handle in direction of arrow, snap into place on side of basket.
5030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 6 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: Cleaning Instructions 1. Always unplug appliance, detach the Breakaway Cord™ and let oil cool down to room temperature before cleaning. 2. To remove lid, first open by pressing Lid Button. Then press Lid Release Button on back of fryer housing and lift lid straight up. 3. Lift out basket. 4. Lift heater assembly from fryer – the control panel requires force to unsnap.
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 7 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: Trouble Shooting Problem Cause Solution Fryer not operating Control Panel not seated Not plugged in Not turned on Outlet not energized Reset Button tripped Reinstall Control Panel Insert plug into outlet Push Main Switch On Check fuses or circuit breaker Push Reset Button (See “Get to Know Your Nesco DF-1241” for Reset Button location) Oil spills over Oil Reservoir over filled Too much water in food Food batch
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 8 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: Deep Frying Chart for Frozen, Breaded, Precooked Packaged Foods Prepared foods listed in this chart are Breaded and Precooked prior to packaging. Do not thaw; place foods directly from package into preheated oil. If there are frozen ice granules around prepared foods, set pieces on a paper towel and pat dry. Initially fill Deep Fryer with one-gallon vegetable oil. Use this chart as a guide to deep frying times.
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 9 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: Deep Frying Chart for Fresh or Frozen Uncooked Packaged Foods For packaged frozen foods, look for this statement on box “not pre-cooked.” Fresh foods may be purchased in packages labeled “not pre-cooked.” Initially fill Deep Fryer with one-gallon vegetable oil. Use this chart as a guide to deep frying times. Frying times may vary because of food temperature, quantity and size of pieces.
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 10 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: R EC I P E S Chicken Tenders Serves 4 20 oz. (12 pieces) Chicken tenders* 3 Tbsp. All-purpose flour 1 large Egg 1 Tbsp. Milk 1/2 Cup Seasoned dry bread crumbs Preheat vegetable oil to medium, 350° F., until red light turns off. Rinse chicken; pat dry. Spoon flour into a flat dish. Combine egg and milk in a small bowl; whisk to blend. Measure breadcrumbs into a flat dish.
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 11 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: Round Steak Cubes Serves 4 1 (1 lb.) Top sirloin round steak, thick-cut 1/4 Cup Italian salad dressing 1/4 Cup All-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. Salt 1/4 tsp. Black pepper Rinse steak and trim fat; pat dry. Cut steak into 1-inch cubes. Place cubes in a shallow bowl; add salad dressing. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour. Preheat vegetable oil to medium, 350° F., until red light turns off.
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 12 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: Crab Balls Makes approximately 15 balls 1 lb. Frozen lump crabmeat, thawed; or canned, drained 4 slices Torn white bread Green onions, thinly sliced 1/4 Cup Lemon juice 3 Tbsp. Melted butter 2 Tbsp. Mayonnaise 1 Tbsp. Dillweed 1 tsp. Mustard 1 tsp. Lemon pepper 1/2 tsp. Rosemary 1/2 Cup All-purpose flour 4 large Eggs 2 Tbsp.
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 13 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: Portabella Mushrooms Serves 2 to 4 6 oz. Sliced Portabella mushrooms 2 large Eggs 2 Tbsp. Milk 6 to 8 Tbsp. Seasoned dry bread crumbs 1 tsp. Italian herb seasoning Preheat vegetable oil to low, 325° F., until red light turns off. Arrange mushroom slices in a shallow bowl. Combine eggs and milk in a small bowl; whisk until blended. Pour over mushroom slices.
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 14 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: Oriental Egg Rolls Makes 14 rolls 8 oz. Ground pork, cooked, drained 1/2 Cup Finely chopped bok choy 1/2 Cup Finely chopped red pepper 2 Green onions, thinly sliced 2 Tbsp. Finely chopped water chestnuts 1 Tbsp. Sweet & sour sauce 2 tsp. Soy sauce 1 tsp. Sesame oil 2 tsp. Cornstarch 1 tsp. Ginger 14 Fresh egg roll wrappers 1 Egg white Sweet & sour sauce, to serve Preheat vegetable oil to medium, 350° F.
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 15 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: O N E Y E A R L I M I T E D WA R R A N T Y This appliance is warranted for one year from date of original purchase against defects in material and workmanship. This warranty does not cover transportation damage, misuse, accident or similar incident. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary, from state to state.
65030 MW DF-1241 #66238 10/25/01 2:37 PM Page 16 Sally Mercury:65946 Metalware books:66238: 1-800-288-4545 © 2001, The Metal Ware Corporation #66238
