Hotpoint Fryer E3FX User Manual

Instructions for Installation and Use  
Deep Fat Fryer  
Model E3FX  
 
Introduction  
Your new 'deep fat fryer' is guaranteed* and will give lasting service. This guarantee is only applicable if the appliance has  
been installed in accordance with the installation instructions detailed in this booklet.  
To help make best use of your cooking equipment, please read this booklet carefully.  
The appliance is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for use in any other installation.  
Before putting oil in the fryer for the first time, carefully clean the steel parts and the heater, to remove any residue left from  
manufacture.  
* The guarantee is subject to the provisions that the appliance:  
(a) Has been used solely in accordance with this booklet.  
(b) Has been properly connected to a suitable supply voltage as stated on the rating plate, attached to the  
appliance.  
(c) Has not been subjected to misuse or accident or been modified or repaired by any person other than the  
manufacturers authorised employee or agent.  
(d) Has been correctly installed.  
This appliance conforms with the following European Economic Community directives  
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73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequent modifications.  
89/336/EEC of 03/05/89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent modifications.  
93/68/EEC of 22/07/93 and subsequent modifications.  
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For Your Safety  
When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product there are certain  
precautions that must be observed.  
PLEASE READ THE BELOW PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.  
To maintain the efficiency and safety of this appliance, we recommend you do the following:  
- only call the Service Centres authorised by the manufacturer.  
- always use genuine spare parts.  
ALWAYS:  
NEVER:  
- make sure you remove all packaging and dispose of safely.  
- check the soundness of the appliance after it has been  
unpacked.  
- make sure you understand the controls before using the  
appliance.  
- keep children away from the appliance during use.  
- take care to avoid heat/steam burns when operating the  
control.  
- make sure the control is turned off when you have finished  
cooking and when not in use.  
- attempt to install or repair the appliance without the  
assistance of qualified personnel.  
- store items above the appliance that children may attempt  
to reach.  
- use the appliance to heat up anything other than food.  
- use the appliance as a room heater.  
- dry any items on the appliance.  
- install the appliance next to curtains or other soft furnishings.  
- allow children to play with or tamper with the control.  
- leave children unsupervised where cooking appliances are  
installed as all the cooking surfaces get hot during and after  
use.  
- disconnect from the power supply, and allow to cool, before  
cleaning or performing maintenance.  
- refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer.  
- keep the appliance clean as a build up of grease or fat  
from cooking can cause a fire.  
- store chemicals, foodstuffs or pressurised containers in or  
on the appliance, or in cabinets immediately above or next  
to the appliance.  
- follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to  
prevent the possibility of bacterial growth.  
- before putting oil into the bowl for the first time, carefully  
clean the steel parts and the heater, so as to remove any  
residue left from manufacture.  
- use flammable or plastic items on or near the appliance.  
- use adapters, multiple sockets and/or extension leads.  
- turn on the fryer when the heater is out of the bowl.  
- turn on the fryer without oil in the bowl.  
- do not exceed the maximum of 2.7 litres of oil.  
- fry too much food at a time, especially frozen food. This  
only lowers the temperature or the oil or fat too much, resulting  
in greasy food.  
- avoid, if possible, adding salt or flavourings directly to the  
fryer. Quality of salt is reduced by the oil.  
- pull on the appliance or the supply cable to unplug it from  
the electrical outlet.  
- use vegetable oil suitable for frying, we do not recommend  
oil from assorted seeds or sunflower oil.  
- ensure there is at least the minimum 2 litres and a maximum  
of 2.7 litres, of oil in the bowl. Should the level drop below 2  
litres during use, fresh oil must be added. It is advisable to  
add oil of the same type. (Maximum and Minimum measures  
are indicated on the bowl).  
- change the oil regularly.  
- allow power cables of other appliances to come into contact  
with hot parts of this appliance.  
- expose the appliance to atmospheric agents, such as  
rain or sunlight.  
- operate the appliance with wet hands.  
- operate the appliance when barefoot.  
- allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.  
- leave anything on the surface when unattended and not in  
use.  
- if to be re-used, filter the oil before using again. Oil can be  
used several times, filtering removes excess deposits.  
- even if oil is well filtered, small residual particles can catch  
fire during cooking.  
- wait until the oil has reached the required temperature.  
- dry food thoroughly before cooking and lower it slowly into  
the hot oil or fat.  
- for frozen food it is advisable to defrost it at a low  
temperature and then fry it at a high temperature.  
- note that in preparing certain dishes (fried potatoes) you  
will get the best results by precooking at 160°C and then  
subsequently cooking at 180°C.  
- keep any ventilation slots clear of obstructions.  
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Know your Deep Fat Fryer  
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Control knob  
How To Use Your Deep Fat Fryer  
Using the control knob on the front panel you can set  
the temperature from 40°C to 200°C.  
An indicator light comes on to show it is heating. This light  
will go outwhen the required temperature is reached.  
A second light will come on when the fryer is switched on.  
The fryer is equipped with a main thermostat that  
constantly maintains the temperature of the oil. A safety  
thermostat will automatically come into operation if the main  
thermostat fails - thus preventing the oil reaching too high a  
temperature, about 220°C.  
The fryer is very simple to use as long as all points in the  
'For Your Safety' section (page 4) are followed.  
Return the conrol knob to 0 to turn off.  
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Care and Cleaning  
The steel and/or painted parts must be cleaned using suitable  
Regular cleaning is recommended, to prolong the life of the  
fryer and to prevent the risk of fire.  
products which are neither abrasive nor corrosive.  
Avoid products based on chlorine (bleach etc.).  
Avoid leaving acids or alkalis on the work surface (vinegar,  
salt, lemon juice etc.).  
Before cleaning or performing any cleaning or maintenance,  
disconnect the appliance from the power supply. Check that  
all controls are in the OFF position, '0', before reconnecting.  
Wipe over the control knobs with a soft cloth wrung out in  
warm soapy water, or mild non-abrasive. Then, after wiping  
with a cloth wrung out in clear water, dry with a soft clean  
cloth.  
NEVER USE: Washing powder, harch abrasive,  
scouring pads, aerosol cleaners or oven chemical  
clearners of any kind.  
Cleaning materials to avoid  
Household abrasive powders, eg. Vim.  
Oven chemical cleaners, aerosols and oven pads -  
Caustic cleaners such as these will etch the surface and  
attack the metal frame.  
Bath and sink cleaners may mark the surface.  
Troubleshooting  
Before calling service for assistance, check through the  
following list, there may be nothing wrong.  
If, despite all of these checks, the appliance does not function  
properly and problem persists, call Hotpoint Service (see  
KEY CONTACTS, back page), informing them of:  
- The type of problem.  
- The abbreviation used to identify the model (Mod. ...) as  
indicated on the warranty.  
Nothing works.  
Check to make sure that:  
the mains wall switch is switched on.  
try re-setting the safety thermostat:  
- remove the oil bowl.  
IMPORTANT:  
Never call upon technicians not authorized by the  
manufacturer, and refuse to accept spare parts that are not  
original.  
- unscrew the safety plug.  
- press the button.  
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Installation  
These instructions are intended for the qualified technician  
installing the appliance in order to insure that the installation,  
adjustments and maintenance procedures are performed  
correctly and comply with the regulations currently in effect.  
Important: the appliance must be disconnected from  
the power supply before making any adjustments or  
performing any maintenance, etc.  
The appliance is Type Y and therefore can be installed  
alongside of cabinets which are higher than the surface of  
the worktop. The following precautionary measures should  
be observed in order to ensure proper installation:  
a) Hoods must be installed in compliance with the required  
specifications contained in the instruction manual for the  
hood itself.  
b) The appliance can be installed on any counter top as  
long as it is 600 mm or more in width and resistant to  
temperatures of up to 100°C. The dimensions and the  
position of the hole are shown below.  
These measurements must absolutely be observed in  
so far as improper installation can cause the surrounding  
surface areas to overheat. It is recommended that the  
appliance be installed at a distance of at least 55 mm  
from the back wall or other vertical surfaces to ensure  
that the air circulates properly over the cooking area and  
to avoid overheating the surrounding surfaces. A seal or  
gasket is provided with the appliance, make sure that it  
adheres properly to the bottom part of the appliance  
frame. The seal must be fitted properly around the  
entire perimeter of the appliance and especially along  
the corners in order to create a seal between the  
work top and the appliance itself so as to prevent  
spills or splashes from leaking into the cabinet below.  
The appliance must be fitted into the worktop using the fixing  
clamps - see diagram.  
Very important  
It is essential to install the appliance on a totally flat surface.  
Any damage caused due to incorrect fitting may alter the  
characteristics or impair performance.  
Insert the appliance into the hole, pressing firmly around the  
frame to make it adhere to the worktop.  
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Electrical Connection  
Electrical Connection  
Connecting the supply cord to the electrical mains:  
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
The installation procedure must be carried out by a qualified  
electrician.  
The electrical safety of this appliance is guaranteed only if  
the appliance is correctly earthed in compliance with the  
standards of electrical safety.  
The appliance must be connected to a double pole mains  
switch which must be installed between the appliance and  
the mains. The double pole mains switch must have a  
minimum of 3mm of space between the contacts, be sized  
to the load and comply with current regulations (the switch  
must not be able to disconnect the earth conductor).  
The manufacturer can under no circumstances be considered  
responsible for any damage that might occur due to incorrect  
earthing of this appliance.  
The supply cord should conform to BS6004 conductor size  
4mm and must be positioned so that no part of it reaches  
a temperature of 50°C higher than room temperature.  
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Before making the connection, make sure that:  
the limiter switch (fuse) and the residual wiring can support  
the appliance load (see the rating plate).  
the mains system is properly earthed in compliance with  
current regulations and provisions.  
there is easy access to the socket or the double pole  
mains switch after the appliance is installed.  
the isolation switch must not be positioned directly above  
the appliance.  
Power supply  
Power  
230V  
2300W  
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Notes  
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After Sales Service  
"No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a  
Hotpoint appliance than us - the manufacturer"  
As part of our commitment to you, all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts  
and labour guarantee for the first 12 months. In addition to this you also have the advantage of free  
replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint  
engineer. When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer the following after sales  
service options:  
Repair Service and Information Help Desk  
UK: 08709 066066  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
Note: Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number of your appliance  
Available 364 days a year with a fast, effective and value for money service. We have the largest white  
goods repair service in the UK with over 1200 of our own fully trained engineers. All repairs include a parts  
and labour guarantee for 12 months from the date of the repair.  
If you require any information or have any questions about your appliance, our operators are on hand with  
help and advice.  
All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible.  
Extended Warranties  
UK: 08709 088 088  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200  
Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen, we offer two service cover  
plans to give you total peace of mind.  
Repair Protection Plan  
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FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the period  
of cover.  
Kitchen Cover  
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FREE service repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances less than 8  
years old.  
Genuine Parts and AccessoriesUK: 08709 077 077  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
A wide range of genuine parts and accessories are available from our hotline or through our web site.  
Genuine parts and accessories, extended warranties and service repairs are all  
available on our web-site at:  
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Guarantee  
"Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back"  
We give you a unique 'satisfaction guaranteed' promise - valid for 90 days - after you have  
purchased your Hotpoint appliance. If there is a technical problem simply call Hotpoint Repair service or  
engineer to call. If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee, we will replace your  
machine or, if you prefer, give you your money back.  
All Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 month parts and labour guarantee as well as free  
replacement parts for the first 5 years (except microwaves, selected integrated appliances and cooker  
hoods, which have a one year guarantee) provided that they are fitted by a Hotpoint engineer.  
Guarantee terms and conditions  
Your guarantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the  
following provisions that your appliance:  
Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet.  
Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises (ie. not for  
commercial or trade use).  
Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance  
rating plate.  
Has not been subject to misuse, accident, modified or repaired by anyone other than one of our  
own service engineers.  
For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call: 08701 50 60 70  
Recycling & Disposal Information  
As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping the environment, Hotpoint reserves the right to  
use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage.  
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully.  
To minimise risk of injury to children, remove the plug and cut mains cable off flush with the appliance.  
Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains  
socket.  
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Key Contacts  
After Sales Service  
Over 1200 trained specialists, directly employed by us, ensure that you can have complete  
confidence in both the appliances and services we offer.  
Repair Service and Information Desk  
UK: 08709 066 066  
(Open 8 to 8 Mon - Fri, 8 to 6 Sat, 10 to 4 Sun & Bank Holidays)  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
Note: Our operators will require the following information:  
Model number:  
Serial number:  
Extended Warranties  
UK: 08709 088 088  
(Open 8 to 8 Mon - Sun)  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200  
Genuine Parts and Accessories  
UK: 08709 077 077  
(Open 8-30 to 5-30 Mon - Fri & 9 to 12 Sat)  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
General Domestic Appliances Limited, Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB.  
COD. 1.002.62.0  
February 2003 Part no. FP168 - 01  
 

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