Nesco DF-1250T Electric Deep Dryer User Manual

Nesco DF-1250T Electric Deep Dryer

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
DO NOT USE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD. Using this 1800-WATT fryer on the same circuit or fuse with other electrical products or appliances may trip a 15-amp circuit breaker or blow a 15-amp fuse. NEVER replace the fuse with one rated higher than the capacity of the circuit. Doing so could result in an electrical fire.
Hot oil can cause very serious burns. The appliance is hot during operation and retains heat for some time after being switched off. Do not touch hot surfaces such as oil reservoir or metal surfaces.
To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the Heater Assembly or the Breakaway Cord™ in water or other liquids.
This appliance is not for use by children. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.
Do not operate unattended, and never leave the appliance unattended when connected to the power outlet.
Always attach the Breakaway Cord™ to the appliance first, then plug the cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the switch to OFF, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
Unplug the appliance from the power outlet after use, and before filling and emptying. Detach Breakaway Cord™ from appliance before cleaning.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to NESCO Factory Service Department for examination, repair, or adjustment.
Only use accessory attachments recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
DO NOT MOVE THE DEEP FRYER WHEN OIL IS HOT OR DURING COOKING. ALLOW OIL TO COOL BEFORE MOVING THIS APPLIANCE.
Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use, as described in this manual.
Be sure the Handle is properly assembled to the basket and locked into place. See Illustration on page 5.
Always keep the lid closed while the deep fryer is cooking food. Use the Basket Handle to raise and lower the Basket. Always raise the Basket out of hot oil and rest on the hook to allow food to drain for 10-20 seconds before opening lid. BE AWARE OF STEAM WHEN OPENING THE LID.
Wet food should be dried first with paper towels. Remove loose ice from frozen food. Close the lid when frying. Beware of oil splattering when food is put into the oil.
Never obstruct the air outlet vent on top of the lid with any objects, and beware of the hot steam coming from the air outlet vent.
Keep the appliance at least 4 inches away from walls or other objects during operation. Do not place any objects on top of the appliance while it is operating.
Be sure oil reservoir is filled with oil to at least the ‘MIN’ (minimum) oil level. Do not fill above ‘MAX’ (maximum). Do not operate the appliance without oil or with an insufficient amount of oil. Never pour oil into a heated reservoir.
Do not operate this appliance if the lid and the reservoir are NOT COMPLETELY DRY. Refer to the Cleaning Instructions for the best draining position of the lid.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the countertop or tabletop finish, use a non-flammable, non-burnable, heat-resistant coaster or placemat between the appliance and the countertop or tabletop surface. Never place on carpet, furniture, or other combustible materials.

Get To Know Your Nesco DF-1250T Deep Fryer

Directions for Use:

This appliance is designed for household and indoor use only. It is not intended for commercial use.
Before the fryer is used for the first time, remove all packaging materials and follow the cleaning instructions in this book.
Lift off the Lid covering the Oil Reservoir.
Remove the basket from the Oil Reservoir. If required, unfold the handle, snap it into place on the side of the basket.
Pour approximately one gallon of good quality vegetable, corn, canola, soybean, or peanut oil into the reservoir until it reaches between the ‘MIN’ and ‘MAX’ marks inside the reservoir. DO NOT OVER-OR UNDER-FILL.
Put the Lid on the fryer.
Attach Breakaway Cord™ to appliance, then plug into standard 120V AC electrical outlet.
Turn on the fryer by pressing the main switch to ‘ON’. The green light will turn on, showing that the appliance is connected to power.
Rotate Temperature Control Knob to set the desired temperature. The red light will turn on, and the oil will heat. When a set temperature is reached, the red light will turn off, and your fryer is ready for cooking. If the red light turns back on, the oil temperature has dropped and is being reheated back up to the desired temperature.
NOTE: If the oil is not heating, see the Troubleshooting section in this book.
Lift the lid and place the basket onto the hook in the Oil Reservoir. Put food into the basket. Replace the lid and then lower the basket into the oil.
When food is ready, carefully lift and hang the basket on a hook inside the Oil Reservoir. Allow oil to drain 10-20 seconds. Open the lid, remove the basket, and place cooked food onto absorbent paper towels. NOTE: To preserve oil quality, do not add salt or spices to the food until after it has been removed from the fryer.
When cooking is finished, shut down fryer by rotating temperature control knob to position ‘O’ and press Main Switch OFF. Unplug the Breakaway Cord™ from the wall outlet before detaching from the appliance.

Cleaning Instructions

Always unplug the appliance, detach the Breakaway Cord™, and let the oil cool down to room temperature before cleaning.
Remove the lid.
Lift out the basket.
Lift the Heater Assembly up from the back of the fryer. Carefully lift the Oil Reservoir out by holding the rim. Pour oil into a suitable container.
The Basket, Lid, and Oil Reservoir are dishwasher safe. Dry parts thoroughly after cleaning.
The body is submersible and should be washed by hand with warm, soapy water.
The Heater Assembly should never be immersed in water or other liquids. Clean the outer surface of the Heater Assembly with a damp cloth, containing a mild soap solution or plain water.
Ensure that both the Lid and the Oil Reservoir are completely dry after washing and before use. See Illustration at right for the best draining position of the Lid.
After cleaning, reassemble the Oil Reservoir, Heater Assembly, Basket, and Lid to the fryer. The Heater Assembly must be attached properly to the back of the Body, or the appliance will not operate.
For storage, the basket handle can be folded down to fit inside the reservoir.

Operation of the Timer

This timer counts down. It can be set from 1 to 99 minutes.
To set the timer, press the button until the LCD shows “0” and continue pressing the button momentarily to advance the timer by one minute per press. To advance more than one minute per press, hold the button down.
The timer will start 2 seconds after you stop pressing the button.
The timer can be reset to zero or turned off while it counts down. Press the button to reset the LCD until it shows “0”.
The timer beeps when it reaches zero and will beep again after 20 seconds. The timer will turn off automatically. However, the timer does not shut off the unit.

Battery Replacement for the Timer

Replace battery (type LR44) when the display dims or the alarm gets weak.
Remove the timer from the Heater Assembly by holding the edges and pulling out.
Slide off the battery cover and replace it with a new LR44 battery. The “+” mark should face out when a battery is inserted correctly.
Close the battery cover by sliding it back into place. Reinsert the timer into a compartment in Heater Assembly.
Do not recharge the battery or dispose of it in a fire.

Helpful Hints

When cooking foods dipped in fresh batter, lower the basket first. Using tongs, add food directly to the oil. Use the basket to lift out food when finished cooking.
Fill the basket no more than half full for best results. This helps maintain oil temperature for better cooking results.
Sort or cut food into uniform pieces. All the food will then be cooked in the same amount of time.
To reduce splattering, remove excess moisture or ice from food.
Store oil in the oil reservoir for only a limited time. When the oil has cooled to room temperature, pour it into a suitable container with a lid and refrigerate.
For best results, change oil in the fryer after a maximum of fifteen uses.

Trouble Shooting

Deep Frying Chart for Frozen, Breaded, Precooked Packaged Foods

Prepared foods listed in this chart are Breaded and pre-cooked before packaging. Do not thaw foods directly from the package into preheated oil. If there are ice granules around prepared foods, set pieces on a paper towel and pat dry. Initially, fill the Deep Fryer with one gallon of 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. Best results are obtained when food is cooked in small batches and the size of the pieces is uniform. Check deep-fried foods at the shortest times given; deep fry until heated through.

Time ranges given: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LOW 325° F, MEDIUM 350° F, HIGH 375° F.

Low Heat 325° F. FROZEN, BREADED, PRECOOKED, PACKAGED

Breaded Onion Rings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 – 6 min.

Medium Heat 350° F. FROZEN, BREADED, PRECOOKED, PACKAGED

Frozen Breaded Chicken Tenders . . . . . . . . .5-1/2 – 6 min.
Frozen Breaded Chicken Nuggets . . . . . . . . . . . .3 – 4 min.
Frozen Breaded Chicken Pieces . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 – 8 min.
Frozen Breaded Small Mushrooms . . . . . . .2-1/2 – 3 min.
Frozen Breaded Medium Shrimp . . . . . . . . .2 – 2-1/2 min.
Frozen Breaded Small Shrimp Pops . . . . . . . . . .1 – 2 min.

High Heat 375°F. FROZEN, BREADED, PRECOOKED, PACKAGED

Frozen Breaded Large or Fantail Shrimp . . . . . .1 – 2 min.
Frozen Breaded Mozzarella Sticks . . . . . . . . . . .2 – 3 min.
Frozen Breaded Halibut Fish Fillets . . . . . . .3 – 3-1/2 min.
Frozen Breaded Halibut Fish Balls . . . . . . . . . . .2 – 3 min.

Deep Frying Chart for Fresh or Frozen Uncooked Packaged Foods

For packaged, frozen foods, look for this statement on the box: “not pre-cooked.” Fresh foods may
be purchased in packages labeled “not pre-cooked.” Initially, fill the Deep Fryer with one gallon of 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. Best results are obtained when food is cooked in small
batches and the size of the pieces is uniform. Check deep-fried foods at the shortest times given; deep fry until heated through. Fresh indicates foods prepared from a recipe or purchased fresh, not frozen. Read the package label to indicate prepared, packaged foods that are NOT precooked. If frozen, do not thaw; place foods directly from the package into preheated oil. If there are frozen ice granules around prepared foods, set pieces on a paper towel and pat dry. It is very important to dry fresh sliced potatoes on a paper towel before adding to preheated oil. Moist vegetables will cause the oil to splatter.

Time ranges given: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LOW 325° F, MEDIUM 350° F, HIGH 375° F.

Low Heat 325°F. FRESH OR FROZEN UNCOOKED FOODS

Fresh Turkey Thighs, Bone-in, Skin-on . . . . .20 – 22 min.
Fresh Turkey Breast, Bone up, Skin down . . . .30 – 35 min.
Fresh Breaded Eggplant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 – 6 min.
Fresh Breaded Portabella Mushrooms . . . . .4-1/2 – 5 min.

Medium Heat 350°F. FRESH OR FROZEN UNCOOKED FOODS

frozen Chicken Nuggets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1/2 – 6 min.
Fresh Breaded Chicken Tenders . . . . . . .3-1/2 – 4-1/2 min.
Fresh Breaded, Boneless Chicken Breasts . . .5-1/2 – 6 min.
Fresh Breaded Bone-in Pork Chops . . . . . . .7-1/2 – 8 min.
Fresh Egg Rolls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 min.
Frozen Chimichangas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 – 7-1/2 min.
Fresh Coated Large Shrimp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 – 2 min.

High Heat 375°F. FRESH OR FROZEN UNCOOKED FOODS

Fresh Red Potato Chips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 – 3 min.
Fresh Yam Potato Chips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 – 2-1/2 min.
Fresh American Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 – 6 min.
Frozen Thin French Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 – 3-1/2 min.
Frozen Thick French Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1/2 – 4 min.
Frozen Curly French Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1/2 – 5 min.
Frozen Egg Rolls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1/2 – 7 min.

RECIPES

Parmesan Breaded Chicken Breasts

Serves 4

4 (4-5 oz. ea.) Split chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
1/4 Cup All-purpose flour
1-1/2 Tbsp. Cornstarch
2 tsp. Lemon & Herb seasoning
1 tsp. Baking powder
6 Tbsp. Milk
1 large Egg
1/2 Cup Seasoned dry bread crumbs
2 Tbsp. Grated Parmesan cheese

Preheat vegetable oil to medium, 350°F, until the red light turns off. Rinse chicken and trim any fat; pat dry. Combine flour, cornstarch, seasoning, and baking powder in a shallow bowl; stir until mixed. Stir milk and egg into the flour mixture. Measure bread crumbs and cheese into a flat dish; stir until mixed.
Place chicken pieces into the milk mixture. Allow pieces to stand 5 to 10 minutes, turning over once; then set each piece into crumb mixture, turning to coat evenly. Set each piece on a plate and repeat the process until all chicken breasts are breaded. Raise the basket. Open the lid; place all four pieces in the basket. Close the lid; lower the basket. Deep Fry 5-1/2 to 7 minutes until breading is golden brown and internal temperature of each chicken piece reaches 160° F. on a meat thermometer. Raise the basket. Open the lid; with tongs, remove chicken pieces onto a cooling rack set over paper towels. Check internal temperature; Deep Fry longer, if necessary. Serve immediately.

Fresh Turkey Breast

Serves 4

1 (2-1/4 to 2-1/2 lb.) Fresh turkey breast, bone-in, skin-on

Preheat vegetable oil to low, 325°F, until the red light turns off. Rinse turkey breast and remove excess fat; pat dry. Raise the basket. Open the lid; place the turkey breast skin side down and bone up in the basket. Close the lid; lower basket. Deep Fry 28 to 33 minutes until skin is crispy brown and internal temperature of meat next to bone reaches 160° F. on a meat thermometer. Raise the basket. Open the lid; with two meat forks, one at each end, remove the turkey breast onto a cooling rack set over paper towels. Check internal temperature; Deep Fry longer, if necessary. Slice away from the bone and serve hot.

Breaded Pork Chops

Serves 4

4 (8-9 oz. ea.)Pork loin chops, bone-in
1/2 Cup All-purpose flour
3 Tbsp. Cornstarch
1-1/2 tsp. Baking powder
1/2 tsp. Seasoned salt
1/2 tsp. Black pepper
1/2 tsp. Italian herb seasoning
3/4 Cup Whole milk
3/4 Cup Seasoned dry bread crumbs

Preheat vegetable oil to medium, 350°F, until the red light turns off. Rinse chops and trim excess fat; pat dry. Combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and seasonings in a shallow bowl; stir until mixed. Pour milk into the mixture and stir. Measure bread crumbs into a flat dish. With tongs, dip pork chop into milk mixture, then into crumbs, turning to coat evenly. Set each chop on a tray and repeat the process until all chops are breaded. Raise the basket. Open the lid; place two chops in the basket. Close the lid; lower the basket. Deep Fry 7 to 8 minutes until breading is browned and internal temperature of pork reaches 155° F. on a meat thermometer. Raise the basket. Open the lid; with tongs, remove pieces onto a cooling rack set over paper towels. Check internal temperature; Deep Fry longer if necessary. Repeat the deep-fry process with the remaining chops. Serve hot.

American Fries

Per Serving:

2 Small Red potatoes

Preheat vegetable oil to high, 375°F, until the red light turns off. Cut potatoes into 1/8-inch slices; place slices onto paper towels. Cover potatoes with a paper towel to pat dry. Slice up to 6 to 8 small potatoes per batch. Raise the basket. Open the lid; place potato slices in the basket. Close the lid; lower the basket. Deep Fry 5 to 6 minutes until evenly browned. Raise the basket. Open the lid; lift the basket above the oil to allow excess oil to drip off. Turn the basket over onto a paper towel. Serve hot.

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 the red light turns off. Arrange mushroom slices in a shallow bowl. Combine eggs and milk in a small bowl; whisk until blended. Pour over the mushroom slices. Allow to stand 5 minutes, turning each piece over once, to soak up the egg mixture. Measure bread crumbs into a shallow bowl, add seasoning, and stir until mixed. With tongs, dip each mushroom slice into crumbs, turning to coat evenly. Set each slice on a plate and repeat the process until all mushroom slices are coated. Raise the basket. Open the lid; place half the slices in the basket. Close the lid; lower the basket. Deep Fry 2-1/2 minutes. Raise the basket. Open the lid; with tongs, turn slices over. Close lid; lower basket and Deep Fry 2 to 3 minutes until browned and mushrooms are tender. Raise the basket. Open the lid; with a metal spatula, remove slices onto a paper towel. Repeat Deep deep-fry process with the remaining slices. Serve hot.

Pearl Onions

Serves 4 to 6

1/2 Cup Milk
1/2 Cup Ranch dressing
1 (10 oz.) bag Frozen pearl onions
1/3 Cup All-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. Paprika

Combine milk and ranch dressing in a small bowl; whisk to blend. Peel frozen onions; cut in half from top to bottom. Set into the milk mixture. Preheat vegetable oil to medium, 350°F, until the red light turns off. Combine flour and paprika in a small bowl. With a spoon, place each onion into the flour mixture, turning to coat evenly. Set each onion on a plate and repeat the process until all onions are coated. Raise the basket. Open the lid; place half the onions in the basket. Close the lid; lower basket. Deep Fry 4 to 5 minutes until browned and onions are tender. Raise the basket. Open the lid; lift the basket above the oil to allow excess oil to drip off. Turn the basket over onto a paper towel. Repeat Deep Fry process with the remaining onions. Serve hot.

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Nesco DF-1250T Electric Deep Dryer User Manual