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2-, 3-, 5-, 7-Quart PowerXL Vortex Air Fryer™    

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION

the appliance for heat protection. Your manufacturer or 

installer may recommend that hot pans, pots, or electrical 

appliances should not be used directly on top of the 

countertop. If you are unsure, place a trivet or hot pad under 

the appliance before using it.

35.  DO NOT place your appliance on a 

COOKTOP

, even if the 

cooktop is cool, because you could accidentally turn the 

cooktop on, causing a fire, damaging the appliance, your 

cooktop, and your home.

36.  Should the appliance emit black smoke, UNPLUG 

IMMEDIATELY and wait for smoking to stop. Allow the 

appliance to cool and wipe out excess oil and grease from 

the appliance.

37. 

EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE USED

 when moving an 

appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids or when 

removing accessories or disposing of hot grease..

38.  DO NOT clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can  

break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating risks  

of electric shock.

39.  Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or utensils  

MUST NOT 

be inserted in the appliance as they may involve  a risk of fire 

or electric shock. 

DO NOT 

overfill the appliance. 

40. 

NEVER

 pour oil into the Basket. Fire and personal injury 

could result.

41. 

DO NOT

 expose the appliance to corrosive chemicals  

or vapors.

42. 

DO NOT

 use sharp utensils with the appliance. These 

implements can damage the appliance’s protective  

non-stick coating.

43.  When cleaning the appliance interior, use 

ONLY

 mild, 

nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge  

or soft cloth.

44. 

DO NOT 

use this appliance for anything other than its 

intended use.

45.  This appliance is for home use only. If the appliance is used 

improperly or for professional or semi-professional purposes 

or if it is not used according to the instructions in the user 

manual, the guarantee becomes invalid and Tristar will not be 

held liable for damages.

46. 

SAVE

 this instruction manual.

• 

When the cooking time has completed, cooking  

will stop and the fan will continue running for 20 seconds  

to cool down the appliance.

• 

Let the appliance cool down for approximately  

30 minutes before handling, cleaning, or storing.

• 

The appliance is equipped with an internal microswitch that 

automatically shuts down the fan and heating element when  

the Basket is removed.

Overheating Protection

Should the inner temperature control system fail, the overheating 

protection system will be activated and the appliance will not 

function. Should this happen, unplug the appliance. Allow time for 

the appliance to cool completely before restarting or storing.

Automatic Shut-Off

The appliance has a built-in shut-off device that will automatically shut 

off the appliance when the cooking time has completed. You can 

manually switch off the appliance by pressing the Power Button. The 

fan will continue running for 20 seconds to cool down the appliance.

Electric Power

The appliance should be operated on a dedicated electrical 

outlet. If the electrical outlet is being used by other appliances, 

your new Appliance may not operate properly.

Electromagnetic Fields

This appliance complies with all standards regarding 

electromagnetic fields. If handled properly and according to the 

instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based 

on scientific evidence available today.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL – FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

This product can expose you to Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate,  

which is known to the State of California to cause cancer  

and birth defects or other reproductive harm.  

For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

For California Residents

WARNING:

Summary of Contents for VORTEX HF-1096DT-P

Page 1: ...qt HF 8096DT P 5 qt HF 1096DT P 7 qt When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed Do not use the PowerXL Vortex Air Fryer until you have read this manual thoroug...

Page 2: ...e PowerXL Vortex Air Fryer will provide you many years of delicious family meals and memories around the dinner table But before you begin it s very important that you read this entire manual making c...

Page 3: ...ntents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4 Appliance Specifications 6 Parts Accessories 7 Using the Control Panel 10 Instructions for Use 12 General Cooking Guidelines 15 Troubleshooting 16 Frequently Asked Questi...

Page 4: ...ance unless it is thoroughly cooled down 18 DO NOT operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped Return appliance to an auth...

Page 5: ...essional or semi professional purposes or if it is not used according to the instructions in the user manual the guarantee becomes invalid and Tristar will not be held liable for damages 46 SAVE this...

Page 6: ...Number Supply Power Rated Power Capacity Temperature HF 2096DT P 120V 60Hz 1000W 2qt 180 F 400 F HF 5096DT P 120V 60Hz 1200W 3qt 90 F 400 F HF 8096DT P 120V 60Hz 1500W 5qt 90 F 400 F HF 1096DT P 120V...

Page 7: ...mpers is not recommended to avoid scratching the Basket CAUTION Appliance may be hot Be careful not to touch the appliance while in use Keep the appliance away from other objects 4 IMPORTANT Please ma...

Page 8: ...3 5 7 Quart PowerXLVortex Air Fryer Parts Accessories Model HF 2096DT P 2 Qt Display Panel Model HF 2096DT P Fry Tray and Basket Model HF 5096DT P 3 Qt Display Panel Model HF 5096DT P Fry Tray and Bas...

Page 9: ...5 7 Quart PowerXLVortex Air Fryer 9 Parts Accessories Model HF 1096DT P 7 Qt Display Panel Model HF 8096DT P 5 Qt Display Panel Model HF 8096DT P Fry Tray and Basket Model HF 1096DT P Fry Tray and Bas...

Page 10: ...10 2 3 5 7 Quart PowerXLVortex Air Fryer Using The Control Panel Model HF 1096DT P 7 Qt Display Panel 1 2 3 5 6 4...

Page 11: ...hake Indicator The Shake Indicator will illuminate when the cooking cycle has reached its halfway point This halfway timer gives you the opportunity to shake or flip your food in the appliance which h...

Page 12: ...water and a washcloth after this burn in cycle 6 Place the Fry Tray in the Basket The Fry Tray s adjustable tray height lets you place food closer to the heating element for broiling You can also use...

Page 13: ...d temperature for the ingredients you are cooking 5 When the timer beeps five times the set cooking time has elapsed Pull the Basket out of the appliance and place it on a heat resistant surface 6 If...

Page 14: ...h also requires a shorter cooking time than homemade dough You can use the appliance to reheat foods Simply set the temperature and time to however warm you want your food To ensure even cooking some...

Page 15: ...4min CHICKEN Breadedcutlets 6oz 400 F 204 C 10min Wings 400 F 204 C 25min Chickenbreast 6oz 400 F 204 C 8min BEEF Burgers 6oz 400 F 204 C 10min Hotdogs 8pc 375 F 191 C 5min NYstripsteaks 8oz 400 F 204...

Page 16: ...ureandcontinuecooking Foodisnotfriedevenly Somefoodsneedtobeshakenduring thecookingprocess SeeShakinginInstructionsforUse p 11 Basketwillnotslideintoapplianceproperly TheBasketisoverloaded Donotfillth...

Page 17: ...Power Cable back into the socket Restart by pressing the Power Button 5 Does the appliance need time to heat up If you are cooking from a cold start add 3 minutes to the cooking time to compensate 6 C...

Page 18: ...remove the rubber bumpers locate the capped end of the bumpers and push the capped end off of the Fry Tray There will be some resistance but keep pushing until the rubber bumpers come off of the Fry...

Page 19: ...under the money back guarantee your order number can be used as the return merchandise authorization number RMA If the product was purchased in a retail store return the product to the store or use RE...

Page 20: ...werXL Vortex Air FryerTM This product has been manufactured to the highest standards Should you have any questions our friendly customer service staff is here to help you For parts recipes accessories...

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