Manual

10
CAUTION: The heating element is extremely
hot. Allow it to cool thoroughly before
removing it. You will find a reset button on
the front of the control panel below controls.
Using a toothpick or another long, thin object,
push the reset button and place the control
panel back into its proper position.
NOTE: The unit will not work if the control
panel is not properly mounted. Plug the unit
back in, turn on and continue use. If the unit
still does not operate, repeat the steps above
or call a Cuisinart Certified Consumer Service
Center for assistance.
TIPS AND HINTS
• When cooking foods dipped in fresh batter,
first lower basket into hot oil. Using tongs,
add food directly to oil. Use basket to lift out
food when finished cooking.
• Do not exceed the MAX fill line in the basket.
• Sort or cut food into pieces of uniform size.
All the food will then be cooked in the same
amount of time. To reduce splattering, remove
excess moisture or ice from food.
• The oil does not need to be changed after
each use.
• Pour the oil through the sieve lined with
cheesecloth and strain the used oil through
it to remove food particles, crumbs and
impurities. This process is safe to repeat three
or four times without the oil deteriorating.
• It is important to follow the temperature
recommendation for every recipe. If the
temperature is too low, the fried food absorbs
oil. If the temperature is too high, a crust
quickly forms on the outside while the inside
remains uncooked. For best results, drop
freshly sliced food into basket one piece at a
time using tongs.
The rotisserie should never be used to fry
frozen foods or food that is partially frozen,
Partially frozen food will cook unevenly and
will result in areas that are undercooked or
overcooked.
FRYING FROZEN FOODS
• Due to their extremely low temperature,
frozen foods inevitably lower the temperature
of the oil. For best results, do not overload
the basket with food.
• Follow the instructions on the frozen food
package for cooking time and temperature.
• Frozen foods are frequently covered with
a coating of ice crystals, which should be
removed before frying. Lower the basket very
slowly into the oil.
• Follow all instructions for removal of moisture/
ice and thawing before cooking.
FILTERING AND CHANGING
THE OIL
• WARNING: Always remove the plug from wall
socket before cleaning. Allow the Cuisinart
®
Extra-Large Rotisserie Fryer and Steamer
and the oil to cool completely (approximately
2 hours) before cleaning or storing. Never
immerse the control panel, cord or plug in
water or any other liquids.
• The oil can be reused after your first frying
session. In general, the oil will be tainted
rather quickly when frying food containing a
lot of protein (such as poultry, meat or fish).
When oil is mainly used to fry potatoes and
it is filtered after each use, it can be used an
additional 3 to 4 times.
• Used oil can be successfully stored in a
cool, dark place for up to a month in a clean,
airtight container. Refrigeration or freezing
increases the oil’s lifespan by several months.
However, do not use the oil for longer than 6
months.