Black & Decker DF400 manual

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    Model, Modelo, Modèle DF400 USA/Canada 1-800-231-9786 Mexico 01-800-714-2503 www.blackanddecker.com Accessories/Parts (USA/Canada) 1-800-738-0245 Accesorios/Partes (EE.UU/Canadá) Accessoires/Pièces (É.-U./Canada) PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS USE AND CARE BOOK. POR FAVOR LEA ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO. VEUILLEZ LIRE ET CONSERVER CE [...]

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    2 1 When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: ❑ Read all instructions. ❑ Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs. ❑ To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse the unit, the cord, or plug in water or other liquid. ❑ Close supervision is necessary w[...]

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    4 3 †1 . Lid with viewing window (Part# DF400-01) †2 . Rubber gasket (Part# DF400-02) 3. Permanent dual filters (under vents) †4 . Nonstick cooking pot (Part# DF400-03) †5 . Frying basket (Part# DF400-04) 6. Temperature control 7. Power/temperature light 8. Lid release (OPEN) lever 9. 99-minute timer digital display 10. Timer button 11. Fry[...]

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    Important: • Always use your fryer on a flat, heat resistant surface. • Do not use the fryer under cabinets or curtains. • Never leave it unattended during use. PREHEATING Note: During first use, you may detect a slight odor. This is normal. 1. Attach the magnetic end of detachable cord into the socket on the back of the unit (E) . 2. Insert [...]

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    8 7 Care and Cleaning This appliance contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel. Important: Always unplug the unit and allow it to cool completely before discarding the oil and cleaning. STORING OIL Note: You do not have to change the oil after each use. Oil can be re-used until it gets dark or there is visible[...]

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    10 9 Este producto puede variar ligeramente del que aparece ilustrado. ENCHUFE POLARIZADO ( Sólo en los modelos de Estados Unidos) Este aparato cuenta con un enchufe polarizado (un contacto es más ancho que el otro). A fin de reducir el riesgo de un choque eléctrico, este enchufe encaja en una toma de corriente polarizada en un solo sentido. Si [...]

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    12 11 Importante: • Siempre coloque la olla de freír sobre una superficie plana, resistente al calor. • No utilice la olla de freír debajo de las cortinas ni de los gabinetes de la cocina. • Jamás desatienda la olla de freír. PRECALENTAMIENTO Nota: Durante el primer uso del aparato se podría detectar un ligero olor. Esto es normal. 1. Co[...]

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    14 13 6. Para ajustar el tiempo, presione el botón del cronómetro hasta aparecer el tiempo deseado (máximo de 99 minutos) en la pantalla digital (H) . • El cronómetro descuenta los minutos hasta alcanzar el último minuto y después descuenta los segundos. • Al finalizar el ciclo programado, el aparato produce un sonido y después de un min[...]

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    16 15 Lorsqu’on utilise un appareil électrique, il faut toujours respecter certaines règles de sécurité fondamentales, notamment les suivantes. ❑ Lire toutes les directives. ❑ Ne pas toucher aux surfaces chaudes. Utiliser les poignées et les boutons. ❑ Afin d’éviter de secousses électriques, ne pas immerger le cordon, la fiche ni l[...]

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    18 17 Utilisation L'appareil est conçu pour une utilisation domestique seulement. Important : Afin de pouvoir en vérifier la garantie, ne pas retirer l’étiquette du cordon d’alimentation. PRÉPARATIFS 1. Soulever la poignée du panier de friture jusqu’à ce qu’elle s’enclenche à l’horizontale (A) . 2. Appuyer sur le levier de d[...]

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    20 19 Important : • Toujours se servir de l’appareil sur une surface plane résistant à la chaleur. • Ne pas utiliser la friteuse sous des armoires ni des rideaux. • Ne jamais laisser l’appareil en service sans surveillance. RÉCHAUFFAGE Note : Lors de la première utilisation, l’appareil peut dégager une légère odeur; il s’agit d[...]

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    22 21 Aliment Température Durée en Conseils pratiques minutes Crevettes 350°F (175 °C) De 2 à 4 Bien égoutter, puis faire frire. (surgelées) Servir avec sa sauce préférée Bâtonnets de zucchini, 350°F (175 °C) De 3 à 5 Tremper dans un mélange une seule couche d’œufs, puis passer dans de la chapelure assaisonnée. Entretien et netto[...]

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    ¿Cómo se puede obtener servicio? • Conserve el recibo original de compra. • Por favor llame al número del centro de servicio autorizado. Esta garantía no cubre: • Los productos que han sido utilizados en condiciones distintas a las normales • Los daños ocasionados por el mal uso, el abuso o negligencia. • Los productos que han sido a[...]

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    Argentina Servicio Técnico Central Service New S.R.L. Atención al Cliente Ruiz Huidobro 3860 Buenos Aires, Argentina Tel.: (54-11) 4546-1212 Chile Servicio Máquinas y Herramientas Ltda. Av. Apoquindo No. 4867 - Las Condes Santiago, Chile Tel.: (562) 263-2490 Colombia PLINARES Avenida Ciudad de Quito #88-09 Bogotá, Colombia Tel.: (57-1) 610-1604[...]

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    is a trademark of The Black & Decker Corporation, Towson, Maryland, USA Marca registrada de The Black & Decker Corporation, Towson, Maryland, E.U. Marque de commerce déposée de la société The Black & Decker Corporation, Towson, Maryland, É.-U. 2005/5-19-95 E/S/F 1500 W 120 V 60 Hz Copyright © 2005 Applica Consumer Products, Inc. P[...]