West Bend L5151 User's Manual
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1. Housewares Attn Customer Service Department 1100 Schmidt Road West Bend WI 53090 1961 Please ensure that you enclose the sales slip or proof of date of purchase in order to assure warranty coverage REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILBABLE Replacement parts including charcoal filters may be ordered by writing directly to The West Bend Company See Warranty section for address Be sure to include catalog number of your Deep Fryer description and quantity of what you want Along with this information include your name mailing address and your Visa or MasterCard credit card number for the billing of the part s to you Your state s sales tax if applicable and a handling fee will be added to your total charge Or to send a check or money order call 262 334 6949 to obtain purchase amount Please allow 2 weeks for delivery L51512. WEST BEND DEEP FRYER L5151 TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND OR WARNINGS IN THIS CARE AND USE INSTRUCTION MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFETUEARDS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following e Read all instructions Do not touch hot surfaces To protect against electric shock do not immerse fryer base its cord or plug in water or liquid Close supervision is necessary when deep fryer is used by or near children Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow fryer to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning Do not operate deep fryer with a damaged cord or plug or if fryer fails or has been damaged in any manner Return fryer to The West Bend Company for examination repair or adjustment e The use of accessory attachments not recommended by The West Bend may cause injuries e Do not use outdoors e Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven e Extreme caution must be used when moving deep fryer containing hot oil e Do not use deep fryer for other than intended use e Be sure handle is properly assembled to basket and securely locked in place See detailed assembly instructions Charcoal Filter Basket Handle MODEL 6225 Cover Steam Vents Sliding Tab _ B
3. ain clip so basket is above oil See Diagram 6 Place food evenly into basket Do not fill basket more than 2 3 full with food Refer to cooking guide in this book for recommended amount of food to cook at one time SLOWLY lower Disgram 1 Add oil t MAX Ml liri MAX MIN Diagram 2 Attaching handle to basket Diagram 3 Locking handle onto basket Diagram 4 Removing handle from basket Diagram 5 Placing cover on fryer base basket into oil Remove handle from basket and cover fryer with steam vent to the back 6 Fry food to desired doneness Refer to cooking guide on front of fryer or in this book for recommended times Foods are usually done when they float to the surface and are nicely browned 7 When done remove cover with hot pad or oven mitt Attach handle to Diagram amp basket lift basket and place on drain clip to drain foods briefly Then Basket in remove basket from fryer and empty food onto paper toweling to finish drain position draining before serving Season as desired Crain chip If frying additional food place empty basket back into fryer and remove handle Wipe any moisture from underside of cover with paper toweling Cover fryer and allow oil to heat until temperature light goes out about 3 to 5 minutes Continue frying following guidelines above If oil level falls below MIN line add fresh vegetable oil to bring the level back to MAX line 8 When finished frying unpl
4. and dry Clean Basket and Handle Wash basket and handle in hot soapy water with a dishcloth rinse and dry The basket and handle may be cleaned in dishwasher TOP RACK ONLY Diagram 7 Clean Cover NOTE Cover contains charcoal filter Cover is not Removing and replacing charcoal filter immersible for cleaning nor is it dishwasher safe For regular cleaning wipe top and bottom sides of cover with damp soapy cloth wipe clean and dry For more thorough cleaning disassemble cover by removing four screws from bottom set aside Separate metal bottom from plastic cover Lift out charcoal filter from recess in plastic cover set filter aside Do not wash charcoal filter Wash plastic cover and metal bottom in hot soapy water with dishcloth rinse and dry Do not wash cover parts in dishwasher Replace charcoal filter back in recess of plastic cover Place metal bottom into cover with this side up facing you and vent slots over charcoal filter See Diagram 7 Align screws to prevent stripping of threads Storing Fryer Make sure all parts of fryer are clean and dry before storing Place basket handle inside basket and store inside covered fryer Replacing Charcoal Filter The charcoal filter should be replaced after every 10 to 12 uses to help reduce odor during frying and also to prevent possibility of oil overflowing due to using a dirty filter See Warranty section on ordering charcoal filter Do not use any other charcoal filter
5. as a substitute Do not use fryer without a charcoal filter CAUTION To prevent personal injury or property damage from oil overflowing due to using a dirty charcoal filter replace filter as recommended after every 10 to 12 uses Do not use fryer without charcoal filter To remove charcoal filter remove four screws from bottom side set aside Separate metal bottom from plastic cover Lift out charcoal filter and discard Wash plastic cover and metal bottom in hot soapy water with a dishcloth rinse and dry Place this side up facing you and vent slots over charcoal filter See Diagram 7 Align screw holes and reattach metal bottom to plastic cover using four screws Do not over tighten screws to prevent stripping of threads COOKING GUIDE The following are approximate times for maximum recommended amounts of food If less food is cooked times will be slightly shorter Do not fill basket more than 2 3 full for best results Foods are usually done when they float to the surface and are nicely browned FOOD AMOUNT TIME Chicken Frozen precooked 3 pieces 8 10 minutes Frozen nuggets 1 pound 4 5 minutes Raw Parboiled battered 3 pieces 9 12 minutes Doughnuts 3 4 2 3 minutes Egg Rolls frozen 3 large 8 9 minutes Fish Frozen fillets 3 pieces 5 6 minutes Raw battered 3 pieces 4 6 minutes French Fries Frozen crinkle cut 1 pounds 10 12 minutes Frozen shoe string 1 pounds 5 7 minutes Frozen wedges 1 pound 7 9 minutes Raw Fries s
6. asket Clip Basket Temperature Light SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Your deep fryer needs no special care other than cleaning If servicing becomes necessary return your deep fryer to The West Bend Company See Warranty section in this booklet for servicing details Do not attempt to repair it yourself For Household Use Only Electrical Cord and Plug Information WARNING Your deep fryer has a short cord as a safety precaution to prevent personal injury or property damage resulting from pulling tripping or becoming entangled with the cord Do not allow children to be near or use this deep fryer without close supervision Do not use with an extension cord Serious hot oil burns may result from a deep fryer being pulled off a countertop This appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other As a safety feature this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature 1 CLEAN BEFORE USING CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock do not immerse fryer base its cord or plug in water or other liquid Before using fryer clean parts as follows Fill inside of fryer with hot soapy water to the MIN fill line Wash inside with dishcloth empty rinse carefully and dry Wipe outside with damp cloth and dry Wash basket and handle in hot soapy water with dishclot
7. ee recipe 1 pound see recipe Onion Rings Frozen battered 1 pound 6 8 minutes Raw battered 4 5 rings 3 4 minutes Shrimp Frozen battered 1 pound 6 8 minutes Fresh battered 1 2 pound 3 5 minutes Vegetables Frozen battered 1 pound 2 3 minutes Raw battered 1 2 pound 2 3 minutes Fryer may be used with cover and basket removed when frying doughnuts Use a slotted metal spoon to add and remove doughnuts from fryer Do not leave metal spoon in fryer as it will become hot RECIPES Follow basic user instructions when making these recipes in deep fryer Raw Fries 3 4 medium potatoes peeled if desired 1 Cut each potato into 3 8 inch strips Place in large bowl cover with cold water Allow to soak 15 minutes or until ready to fry to remove surface starch 2 Rinse drain and dry thoroughly with paper toweling before adding to basket 3 To cook choose either the double fry or single fry method from below Double Fry 1 Fill fryer with oil to MAX level Preheat covered fryer with basket lowered until temperature light goes out 2 Lift basket to drain position add raw fries Do not add more than 1 pound of raw fries to basket to prevent boil over when basket is lowered 3 Slowly lower basket Cook 2 to 3 minutes with fryer covered until fries are cooked through but not browned 4 Lift basket to drain position allow oil to heat until temperature light goes out 5 Slowly lower basket continue to cook 6 to 8 minutes with f
8. h rinse and dry Wipe cover with damp cloth and dry Do not put cover in water as charcoal filter will become wet Your deep fryer is now ready to use Your deep fryer is now ready to use FRYING GUIDELINES Before using deep fryer carefully review the following guidelines for safe use WARNING To prevent risk of severe personal injury or property damage use caution when cooking in hot oil Always use fryer on a stable dry and level heat resistant surface away from any edge Always make sure fryer is completely dry before adding vegetable oil for cooking Fill fryer with vegetable oil to the MAX fill line about 8 cups Do not fill fryer beyond MAX fill line to prevent boil over of hot oil when food is added Use only good quality vegetable oil for frying Do not use vegetable shortening lard butter margarine or olive oil for frying as these are not suitable for high temperature frying Never add water or any other liquid to oil for frying as any amount of liquid can cause eruption of hot oil Always add oil to fryer before it is plugged in Do o not allow fryer to heat before oil is added to prevent damage to fryer or possible ignition of oil Do not use fryer under a cabinet as excessive steam is emitted from cover vent which can cause damage Always remove any excess moisture or ice crystals from foods before frying by blotting dry with paper toweling This will help prevent excessive spattering and foaming of hot oil F
9. le dry and level heat resistant surface away from any edge 2 With basket removed fill fryer base with vegetable oil to the MAX fill line about 8 cups See Diagram 1 Do not fill fryer with oil beyond the MAX fill line to prevent boil over of hot oil when food is added Do not operate fryer without oil as damage to fryer will occur 3 Attach handle to basket by sliding top plastic tab back while inserting metal end of handle through clip on inside of basket See Diagram 2 Release tab to lock handle on basket See Diagram 3 Lower empty basket into oil and remove handle by sliding tab back while lifting handle up and out of basket clip See Diagram 4 Do not leave handle on basket during frying as this will prevent cover from resting level on fryer and can cause damage to cover 4 Place cover on fr4yer by aligning slot in cover with tab on top back edge of base Be sure steam vents are to the back See Diagram 5 Plug cord into 120 volt AC electrical outlet ONLY Temperature light in base will glow Preheat covered fryer until light goes out about 10 to 12 minutes Oil temperature will be about 375 F Temperature light will cycle on and off during frying indicating temperature is being maintained CAUTION Hot steam escapes from cover causing burns To prevent steam burns stand away from cover and use protective oven mitt when opening 5 Remove cover with oven mitt or hot pad Attach handle to basket lift basket and place on dr
10. or even cooking fry similar sized pieces of food and do not overfill basket As a general rule do not fill basket more than 2 3 full with food to ensure food is completely covered with oil when cooking Food can be breaded or batter coated before frying if desired Follow recipe directions Foods are normally done when they float to the surface and are nicely browned Empty food from basket onto paper toweling to drain before serving Hot steam escapes from cover causing burns To prevent steam burns stand away from cover and always use protective oven mitt when opening Always remove moisture from underside of cover with paper towel after each time cover is removed This will help prevent oil from spattering when cover is replaced Use only metal cook tools in fryer Do not use plastic or rubber cook tools as they will be damaged from hot oil It is best to use fresh oil each timer the fryer is used to prevent transfer of flavor Do not reuse oil more than two times as oil deteriorates with use When finishing frying unplug cord from wall outlet and allow fryer to cool completely before removing oil and cleaning Replace charcoal filter after every 10 to 12 uses to help reduce odor when frying and also to prevent oil from overflowing due to using a dirty filter See Warranty section in this book for ordering replacement charcoal filters Do not use fryer without charcoal filter TO USE DEEP FRYER j lt Place fryer on a stab
11. ryer covered to brown and crisp fries 6 When fries are done lift basket to drain position to allow excess oil to drain off Empty fries onto paper toweling to finish draining before serving Season as desired Makes 4 servings Single Fry 1 Fill fryer with oil to MAX level Preheat covered fryer with basket lowered until temperature light goes out 2 Lift basket to drain position add raw fries Do not add more than 1 pound of raw fries to basket to prevent boil over when basket is lowered 3 Slowly lower basket Cook 12 to 15 minutes with fryer covered until fries are browned and crisp 4 When fries are done lift basket to drain position to allow excess oil to drain off Empty fries onto paper toweling to finish draining before serving Season as desired Makes about 4 servings FULL 1 YEAR WARRANTY Your West Bend Warranty covers failures in the materials and workmanship of this Deep fryer for one 1 year from date of original purchase Any failed part of the Deep Fryer will be repaired or replaced without charge This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse accidents or alterations to the Deep Fryer If you think the Deep Fryer has failed or requires service within the warranty period please carefully package and return the Deep Fryer prepaid and insured with a description of the difficulty to The West Bend
12. ug cord from electrical outlet and allow fryer to cool completely before removing oil and cleaning WARNING To prevent risk of severe personal injury or property damage use caution when moving deep fryer containing hot oil CARE AND CLEANING Always unplug cord from electrical outlet and allow fryer to cool completely before removing oil and cleaning fryer Remove cover and basket from fryer while cooling CAUTION To prevent risk of electric shock do not immerse fryer base its cord or plug in water or other liquid Remove Oil If oil is to be discarded pour into a disposable container discard If oil is to be saved strain into a dry clean container by filtering through a sieve lined with paper toweling Usually oil may be reused once or twice Oil should be stored in a covered container in refrigerator Do not store oil in fryer at room temperature as oil will become rancid Do not store fryer containing oil in refrigerator as fryer is not designed to be stored in refrigerator Clean Fryer Base After oil is poured out wipe inside of fryer with paper toweling to remove residue Then fill inside of fryer with hot soapy water to the MIN line Wash inside with a dishcloth or non metal cleaning pad such as Scrunge scrubber sponge Dobie or Scotch Brite Cookware Scrub n Spunge Do not use metal scouring pads or harsh scouring powders on fryer After washing inside empty rinse carefully and dry Wipe outside of fryer with a damp cloth
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