Use and Care Manual

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10. Once the food is done, slide the basket assembly out of the air fryer and place it on
a heat-resistant surface, such as a cooling rack. Press the basket release button and
separate the basket from the assembly. Empty prepared food on to a serving plate and
season to taste.
11. If preparing additional food, repeat steps 4 through 9. When cooking is complete, turn
the timer control knob to “0” (OFF) and remove the plug from the wall outlet. Allow
the air fryer to cool completely before cleaning.
Helpful Hints
• In most instances, it is not necessary to preheat your air fryer. However, preheating for
4 to 5 minutes will result in a better quality product for foods that are baked, such as
muffins, cakes, and cupcakes.
• For the best results and most even browning, cut food into pieces of equal size and
thickness and place in a single layer in the basket.
• The air fryer can be used for baking many wonderful foods. The use of accessory pans
or tins will be necessary for baking.
▪ Use individual muffin tins, oven safe glass custard cups, or ceramic ramekins for
baking muffins, cupcakes, or egg dishes.
▪ Use disposable or permanent loaf-type pans measuring no more than 8 x 3⅞ inches
when baking cakes or quick breads.
▪ Use a 6-inch pie pan or tart pan for pies, tarts, and quiches.
After filling the accessory pans or tins, position them in the basket.
• Frozen fries do not require oil because they have been partially fried before freezing.
• For the best results when making fries from scratch, follow these suggestions:
▪ Begin with the right potato. Baking-type potatoes, such as russet, will yield a fluffier,
drier fry. Do not refrigerate potatoes as that will make the fries soggier.
▪ Soak the cut potatoes for at least 30 minutes before cooking. After soaking, drain
potatoes and pat dry with paper towels.
▪ Spray cut potatoes with cooking oil spray or coat with ½–1 tablespoon of vegetable
oil before cooking.
▪ Fill the basket with no more than 1 pound of fries.
▪ Shake basket twice during cooking.
• When cooking naturally high-fat foods, such as chicken wings, the basket assembly
may become hotter than usual. This does not affect cooking results. To avoid excess
smoke, empty any oil or grease that has collected in the pan between batches and clean
the entire basket assembly after each use.
• Do not overfill the basket. Foods will be crispier and cook more evenly when there is
plenty of room in which the air can circulate. Most foods cook better when a single
layer of food is placed in the basket.