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BEFORE FIRST USE
1 .
Place your Cuisinart
®
AirFryer on a flat, level surface .
2 .
Move 2 to 4 inches away from the wall or from any objects on the
countertop . Do not use on heat-sensitive surfaces .
NOTE: OBJECTS SHOULD NOT BE STORED ON THE TOP OF
THE AIRFRYER. IF THEY ARE, REMOVE ALL OBJECTS BEFORE
YOU TURN ON YOUR AIRFRYER. THE EXTERIOR WALLS GET
VERY HOT WHEN IN USE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
3 .
Check that there is nothing inside the AirFryer .
4 .
Plug power cord into the wall outlet .
OPERATION
Follow these simple steps:
1 .
Place AirFryer Basket into the Baking/Drip Pan and place in
desired position .
• Lower Position: The Baking/Drip Pan with the AirFryer basket sits on
the bottom of the oven .
• Upper Position: The Baking/Drip Pan slides onto the ledge located
on either side of the AirFryer interior .
2 .
Turn temperature knob to select cooking temperature (Warm – 450ºF) .
3 .
Turn timer knob to select cooking time (up to 60 minutes) .
4 . Light indicator will turn red, signaling that cooking process has started .
5 . Once timer reaches OFF, unit will ring to indicate end of cooking cycle .
AIRFRYING
AirFrying is a healthy alternative to deep-frying in oil . A high-velocity fan
and an upper heating element circulate air to prepare a variety of foods
that are both delicious and healthier than traditional fried foods .
•
Many foods that can be deep-fried, can be AirFried without
using much, if any, oil . AirFried foods will taste lighter and be
less greasy than deep-fried foods .
•
AirFrying doesn’t require oil, but a light spray can enhance
browning and crispiness . Use an oil sprayer or nonstick olive
oil cooking spray to keep it extra light, or pour a little oil into a
bowl, add food, and toss .
•
Most oils can be used for AirFrying . Olive oil is preferred for a
richer flavor . Vegetable, canola or grapeseed oil is recommended
for milder flavors .
•
An assortment of coatings can be used on AirFried foods .
Some examples of different crumb mixtures include: breadcrumbs,
seasoned breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, crushed cornflakes,
potato chips, and graham crackers . Various flours (including
gluten-free) and other dry foods like cornmeal work as well .
•
Many foods do not need to be flipped while cooking, but larger
items, like chicken cutlets, should be flipped halfway through
the cooking cycle to ensure results .
•
When AirFrying large quantities of food that fill the basket,
toss food halfway through cooking cycle to ensure everything
is evenly cooked and browned .
• Foods will cook more evenly if cut into the same-size pieces .
•
Always AirFry with Baking/Drip Pan in place for easy cleanup .
•
When AirFrying greasy foods (e .g ., bacon), grease will drain into
Baking/Drip Pan . As a precaution, allow hot grease to cool in the
unit before removing the Baking/Drip Pan .
•
Please note that some foods release water as they cook .
When cooking large quantities for an extended period of time,
condensation may build up which could leave a little moisture
on your countertop .
