Masterbuilt MPC 230B Manual Del Usario página 4

GENERAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION
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• Using a thermometer (sold separately), never allow the oil to get hotter than 400°F (200°C). If the temperature exceeds
400°F (200°C), or if oil begins to smoke, immediately turn the burner or gas supply off and wait for the temperature to
decrease to less than 350°F (175°C) before relighting burner according to the manufacturer's instructions. If there is a lid
(cover), do not remove the lid.
• Do not use a cooking pot or vessel larger than 30 quarts. Cooking pot must fit inside the security ring of the cooker.
• Do not fill cooking pot beyond maximum fill line.
• Never overfill the cooking pot with oil/grease or water. Follow instructions in manual for proper oil/grease or water levels.
• Instructions for determining the maximum fill level when using a pot without a maximum fill line:
A. Place the food in the pot or basket, if using.
B. Fill the pot with water just until the food is completely submerged. There must be a minimum of 3 in (8 cm) between
the oil/grease or water level and top of the pot.
C. Remove the food and basket from the pot and either mark the water level on the side of the pot or measure the
amount of water in the pot.
D. Remove the water and completely dry the pot, basket, and food.
E. This is the amount of oil/grease or water the pot is to be filled with to cook food.
• Failure to completely thaw and dry foods may cause oil or grease to overflow. When frying with oil or grease all food must
be completely thawed and towel dried to remove excess water. If ice is present on the food, this means the thawing process
is not complete and may cause a boil over when placed into hot oil causing a fire.
• Introduction of water or ice, from any source, into the oil/grease may cause overflow and severe burns from hot oil and water
splatter. When frying with oil/grease, all food must be completely thawed and towel dried before being immersed in the pot.
• Use caution when placing food in the cooking pot while the appliance is in operation.
• Never drop food or accessories into hot cooking liquid. Lower food and accessories slowly into the cooking liquid in order to
prevent splashing or overflow. When removing food from the appliance, care should be taken to avoid burns from hot
cooking liquids.
• Check thermometer, if using, before each use by inserting it into a pot of boiling water and ensuring that it registers
approximately 212°F ± 20°F (100°C ± 10°C). If it does not function properly, obtain a replacement thermometer before using
the appliance.
• Even when burner is set on low flame, oil will heat up quickly and ignite at 550° to 700°F.
• Heated liquid can remain at scalding temperatures long after the cooking process. Never touch the cooking appliance until
the cooking liquid has cooled below 115ºF (45ºC) or less.
• Tripping over the appliance hose may result in the spilling of hot oil or water, causing personal injury and property damage.
• If oil starts to smoke, turn burner off. This means the oil has exceeded 400ºF and will catch fire. Allow oil to cool to 350ºF
before relighting burner.
• When cooking with oil, always turn off burner before lowering food into oil. Relight after food is submerged into the oil.
• Do not turn burner to a low setting to keep oil/grease hot for later use. The temperature of the oil/grease will continue to rise
and catch fire.
• This is an attended appliance. Do not leave appliance unattended while heating oil/grease or water, cooking food, or after it's
use. The appliance remains at scalding temperatures long after cooking has ended. Allow to cool below 115ºF (45ºC)
before cleaning and storing.
• If a fire occurs inside the pot follow these steps:
1. Turn off gas supply.
2. Wearing a protective glove, cover the pot with a lid.
• If a fire occurs outside the pot, follow these steps:
1. Call the fire department.
2. Turn off the gas supply if possible.
3. Attempt to extinguish using specified fire extinguisher.
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