Cuisinart TOA-95 - Large Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. UNPLUG FROM OUTLET WHEN NOT IN USE AND BEFORE CLEANING. Allow to cool before cleaning or handling and putting on or taking off parts.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
4. To protect against electric shock, do not place any part of the Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven in water or other liquids. See instructions for cleaning.
5. This appliance should not be used by or near children or individuals with certain disabilities.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance has malfunctioned, has been dropped or damaged in any way or has been dropped in water. Return the Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven to the store or retailer where purchased for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may cause injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or countertop where it could be pulled on inadvertently by children or pets, or touch hot surfaces, which could damage the cord.
10. Do not place Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
11. Do not use this Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven for anything other than its intended purpose.
12. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers in the oven that are constructed of materials other than metal or glass.
13. To avoid burns, use extreme caution when removing Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven accessories or disposing of hot grease.
14. When not in use, always unplug the unit. Do not store any materials other than manufacturer's recommended ovenproof accessories in this Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven.
15. Do not place any of the following materials in the Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven: paper, cardboard, plastic or similar products.
16. Do not cover Crumb Tray or any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause the oven to overheat.
17. Oversize foods, metal foil packages and utensils must not be inserted in the Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven, as they may create a risk of fire or electric shock.
18. A fire may occur if the Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven is covered or touching flammable materials such as curtains, draperies or walls when in operation. Do not store any items on top of the appliance when in operation. Do not operate under wall cabinets.
19. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
20. Do not attempt to dislodge food when the Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven is plugged into electrical outlet.
21. 
    To avoid possibility of fire, NEVER leave Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven unattended during use.
22. Use recommended temperature settings for all cooking/baking, roasting and AirFrying.
23. Do not rest cooking utensils or baking dishes on glass door.
24. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.
25. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
26. To disconnect, press Start/Stop to ensure cooking is stopped, then remove plug from wall outlet.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Please read and keep these instructions handy. These instructions will help you use your Cuisinart^® Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven to its fullest so that you will achieve consistent, professional results.

SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord must be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, and the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop, where it can be tripped over unintentionally or pulled on by children.

NOTICE

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
NOT INTENDED FOR COMMERCIAL USE

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

1. Control Panel
   Large LCD, dials and intuitive buttons make the unit easy to use.
2. Cool-Touch Handle
   Handle designed to stay cool during cooking.
3. Interior Light
   Interior light to easily view food while cooking.
4. Viewing Window
   Large viewing window to check progress.
5. Oven Rack
   Can be used in three positions.
   1. Position 1 is the bottom position and this is recommended when cooking larger foods, baked goods and pizza (e.g., a whole chicken).
   2. Position 2 has a 50% stop feature, so the rack stops halfway out of the oven. The oven rack can be removed from Position 2 by lifting the front of the rack and sliding it out. Position 2 is recommended for toasting and airfrying.
   3. Position 3 also has a 50% stop feature and can be removed by lifting the front of the rack and sliding it out. Position 3 is recommended for broiling.
      NOTE: Refer t suggested rack positions with different functions.
6. Easy-Clean Interior
   The sides of the oven's interior have a nonstick coating.
7. Pull-Out Crumb Tray
   The Crumb Tray comes already positioned in your oven. The tray slides out from the lower front of the oven for easy cleaning.
8. AirFryer Basket
   Use the basket when using the AirFry, Broil or Dehydrate functions to optimize your cooking results. We recommend setting the AirFryer Basket in the Baking/Drip Pan.
9. Baking/Drip Pan
   A Baking/Drip Pan is included for your convenience. Use alone when Baking or Roasting. Use with AirFryer Basket when AirFrying, Broiling or Dehydrating.
10. Cooking Guide
    Recommended cooking times and temperatures to AirFry your favorites.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CONTROL PANEL

1. Start/Stop Button with Indicator Light
   Use to start and stop cooking. Indicator will illuminate when cooking.
2. AirFry Button
   Use to select manual AirFry function or AirFry presets.
3. Slow Cook Button
   Can be used for the Slow Cook function.
4. Preheat Button
   Use to preheat your oven before cooking.
5. Fan Speed Button
   To change the fan speed from Low to High, press the Fan Speed button. When fan icon is displayed on the LCD screen, fan speed is set to High. Icon will disappear for Low fan speed. NOTE: Some functions have a fixed fan speed that cannot be changed.
6. Defrost Button
   For use with Toast, Bagel, Pizza, and certain AirFry presets. When activated, the defrost icon will display on the LCD screen.
7. Light Button
   To turn on/off the interior oven light, press the light icon . Interior light will turn off automatically after 20 seconds.
8. Keep Warm Button
   Use to keep your food warm.
9. Dual Cook Button
   Use to program two-stage cooking operation.
10. LCD Screen
    Displays cooking functions, toast shade and slices, temperature, cooking/ countdown timer, clock time, fan speed and defrost.
11. Function Dial
    Turn Function Dial to scroll through the functions on the LCD screen. When desired function is flashing, press center of dial to confirm selection.
12. Time/Temp Dial
    Turn Time/Temp Dial to scroll through time, temperature, shade and slice selections. When desired setting is displayed on screen press dial to confirm selection or press Start/Stop to begin cooking cycle. Use Time/Temp Dial to set the clock.

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Place your Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven on a flat, level surface.
2. Move oven 2 to 4 inches away from the wall or any objects on the countertop. Do not use on or near heat-sensitive surfaces.
   NOTE: OBJECTS SHOULD NOT BE STORED ON THE TOP OF THE OVEN. IF THEY ARE, REMOVE ALL OBJECTS BEFORE YOU TURN ON YOUR OVEN. THE EXTERIOR WALLS GET VERY HOT WHEN IN USE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
3. Check that the Crumb Tray is in place and that there is nothing in the oven.
4. Plug power cord into the wall outlet.

SETTING THE CLOCK

The clock can only be set when the oven is not cooking and the time is displayed on the screen.

To set the clock:

1. If LCD is not displaying the clock, scroll through the function menu until clock is displayed.
2. Press and hold the Time/Temp Dial for 3 seconds.
3. The clock hour will flash. Turn the knob to set hour, then press Time/Temp Dial to confirm.
4. The clock minutes will flash. Turn the knob to set minutes, then press Time/Temp Dial to confirm.

NOTE: If nothing is pressed, clock will automatically set to currently displayed time.
NOTE: Once the LCD screen displays the clock, press any button or turn any dial to go back to the main menu.

OVEN TONE VOLUME

The tone volume can only be adjusted when the time is displayed on the screen.

1. Press AirFry and Dual Cook buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds.
2. The number 1 (default setting) or currently selected setting will display.
3. Turn the Time/Temp Dial to set preferred tone level: 0 (off/tones deactivated), 1 (low), or 2 (high).
4. Once your selection is displayed, press Time/Temp Dial to confirm.

GENERAL OPERATION

To operate the oven, follow these simple steps:

1. Place the appropriate rack, pan, and/or basket in the position recommended by the chart.
2. Use the Function Dial to scroll through functions.
3. When desired function is flashing, press Function Dial to confirm. Start/Stop button will flash and LCD screen will display the last selected or default temperature and time (shade and slices for Toast and Bagel settings).
   1. To use displayed settings, press Start/Stop to begin operation. Start/Stop button will illuminate, indicating the unit is working.
   2. To change settings:
      1. Turn Time/Temp Dial to choose desired temperature or shade
      2. Press Time/Temp Dial to confirm; time (or slices) will flash.
      3. Turn Time/Temp Dial to choose desired time (or slices).
      4. Press Time/Temp Dial to confirm.
      5. If desired, press Defrost button or Fan Speed button.
      6. Press Start/Stop to begin operation. The button will illuminate, indicating the unit is cooking.
         NOTE: Bake and Pizza have a preheating stage during which display will show "Preheat." Once preheat is complete, oven will beep and display will show "Ready" and countdown timer will begin.
4. When countdown timer reaches 0:00, oven will beep three times and heaters will turn off.

NOTE: Cooking process can be canceled before countdown timer reaches 0:00 by pressing Start/Stop.

NOTE: AFTER COOKING, FAN WILL REMAIN ON FOR COOLING PURPOSES.

CHANGING TIME, TEMPERATURE, OR FUNCTION DURING COOKING CYCLE

To change time: During the cooking cycle, use the Time/Temp Dial to add or decrease time. The new countdown time will be displayed and cooking will continue.

To change temperature: During the cooking cycle, press the Time/Temp Dial until the current temperature flashes. Turn the Time/Temp Dial to desired temperature and cooking will continue at the new temperature.

To change function: You must press Start/Stop to stop the current program, then turn Function Dial and press it to select another function. Press Start/Stop again to continue cooking cycle.

OVEN RACK AND PAN POSITION DIAGRAMS

Please refer to the chart below for suggested Oven Rack, Baking/Drip Pan, and AirFryer Basket positions.

SUGGESTED BASKET/PAN/RACK POSITIONS
	Position 3			Position 2			Position 1
Function
Toast						X
Bagel						X
Bake					X	X		X	X
Broil	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X
Pizza								X (fresh)	X (frozen)
Roast		X	X		X	X		X	X
Dehydrate	X			X
Proof						X		X	X
Low					X	X		X	X
AirFry	X			X			X
Reheat	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X
Warm	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X	X

TIPS AND HINTS

AIRFRY

TIP: For best results, use the provided AirFryer Basket fitted into the Baking/ Drip Pan.

AirFry can be used at 200°F – 450°F for up to 1 hour. This function is used to AirFry foods as a healthy alternative to deep frying in oil. A high fan speed and multiple heating elements circulate hot air to prepare a variety of foods that can be both delicious and healthier than traditional frying.

• Default: 400°F; 10 minutes.
• Many foods that can be fried can also be AirFried without using excess amounts of oil. AirFried foods will taste lighter and be less greasy than deep-fried foods.
• AirFrying doesn't require oil, but a light coating can enhance browning and crispiness. Use an oil sprayer or a nonstick olive oil cooking spray to keep it extra light, a pastry brush to evenly coat, 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 oils are 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.
• Most foods do not need to be flipped during cooking, but larger items, like chicken cutlets, should be turned halfway through the cooking cycle to ensure evenly-cooked and browned results.
• When AirFrying large quantities of food that fill the pan, toss food halfway through the cooking cycle to ensure even cooking results and color.
• Foods will cook more evenly if they are cut into the same-size pieces.
• Please note that many foods release water as they cook. When cooking large quantities for an extended period of time, condensation may build up, which could leave moisture on your countertop.

The chart below lists recommended amounts, cooking times and temperatures for various types of food that can be AirFried in the Cuisinart^® Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven. If portions exceed recommendations, you can toss occasionally while cooking to ensure the crispiest, most even results. Smaller amounts of food may require less time. For best AirFry results, use the oven light to periodically check on food.

NOTE: When AirFrying, always use the AirFryer Basket with the Baking/Drip Pan. For all foods below, we suggest using the middle position (Position 2) for best results.

AIRFRYER CHART

NOTE: AirFrying doesn't require oil, but a light coating can enhance browning and crispiness. Use an oil sprayer or a nonstick olive oil cooking spray to keep it extra light, a pastry brush to evenly coat, or pour a little oil into a bowl, add food, and toss.

USING AIRFRYER PRESETS

In addition to being able to program the temperature and time for AirFrying, the Cuisinart^® Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven has convenient, easy-to-use presets for your fried favorites—french fries, chicken wings, chicken nuggets, snacks, and vegetables. To use AirFryer presets, follow these steps:

1. 1 Press the AirFry button or scroll through function menu and select AirFry.
2. Turn Function Dial to scroll through preset functions. When desired preset is flashing, press Function Dial to confirm selection.
3. Preset temperature and time will display.
   1. To use displayed settings, press Start/Stop to begin.
   2. To change settings, see General Operation.

NOTE: Most presets can be used with frozen or fresh foods. See below for details:

NOTE: Fan speed cannot be changed for AirFryer presets; it is always on High.

TOAST

Toast shade can be set from 1 to 7 using 1 to 9 slices. This function is used to toast bread and other items; both fresh and frozen items can be used.

• Default: Shade 4; 3 to 4 slices; no Defrost
• For best results and more evenly-toasted items:
  • If toasting two pieces, center them in the middle of the oven rack
  • Four pieces should be evenly spaced—two in front, two in back
  • Six pieces should be evenly spaced—three in front, three in back
• If toast is lighter than you like, time can be added by turning the Time/Temp Dial before toasting is complete
• Shade Guide:
  • Light (1, 2)
  • Medium (3, 4, 5)
  • Dark (6, 7)

Always use Position 2 for toasting. Do not use rack in Position 3 as this may result in burning.

BAGEL

Bagel shade can be set from 1 to 7 using 1 to 9 slices. This function provides full heat on the top and half heat on the bottom to toast both sides of fresh or frozen bagel halves.

• Default: Shade 4; 3 to 4 slices; no Defrost
• For best results, put bagels on the rack with the cut sides facing up
• If bagels are too light, time can be added by turning the Time/Temp Dial before toasting is complete

BAKE

Bake can be used at 200°F – 450°F for up to 2 hours. Baking is recommended for a variety of foods you would normally prepare in a conventional oven.

• Default: 350°F; 30 minutes
• Select Bake with Low fan speed (i.e., no fan icon displaying on screen) for more delicate items like custards and eggs, as well as most baked goods, like cookies, muffins, and cakes
• Select Bake with High fan speed, also known as Convection Bake (i.e., fan icon displaying on screen), for most baked goods that require even browning and leavening, like heartier baked goods and breads
• When using either fan speed, cooking times and temperatures may need to be reduced—start checking foods about 5 to 10 minutes before the end of the suggested cooking time
• 
  All of our recipes were specially developed for the Cuisinart^® Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven and have been tested in the Cuisinart Test Kitchen

BROIL

Broil is fixed to cook at 450ºF for up to 2 hours. Broiling function can be used for beef, chicken, pork, fish, and more. It also can be used to top-brown casseroles and gratins.

• Default: 450°F; 5 minutes
• For best results, use the provided AirFryer Basket fitted into the Baking/Drip Pan to broil
• Never use glass oven dishes to broil
• Be sure to keep an eye on food as items can brown quickly when broiling

PIZZA

Pizza can be used at 350ºF – 450ºF for up to 2 hours. This function can be used to cook fresh or frozen pizza.

• Default: Fresh – 450°F; 10 minutes Convection (High speed) fan Frozen – 400°F; 10 minutes Convection (High speed) fan
• For best results, place frozen pizza on rack in Position 1, and for fresh pizza, place the dough directly on the Baking/Drip Pan in rack Position 1
• Pizza can also be cooked on the pizza stone available for purchase at www.cuisinart.com
• Pizza recipe ideas can also be found on the Cuisinart website

ROAST

Roast can be used at 200ºF – 450ºF for up to 2 hours.

• Default: 375°F; 45 minutes
• High fan speed works well with Roast. Roasting time is significantly reduced, and meats and poultry are perfectly cooked – browned on the outside, moist and juicy on the inside
• Dress up vegetables by roasting them. As they caramelize, they become sweet and delicious
• Because some foods roast faster, begin checking progress at least 5 to 10 minutes before the end of suggested cooking time

DEHYDRATE

Dehydrate can be used at 100°F – 200°F for up to 72 hours. This function turns your Cuisinart^® Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven into a dehydrator that lets you dry or dehydrate food. The built-in fan and low heat are used to create a flow of hot air that reduces the water content found in fresh foods. Dehydrated food will continue to retain the vast majority of its original nutritional value.

• Default: 130°F; 2 hours
• Lemon juice can be used to pretreat fruits and vegetables to prevent browning
• Drying times can vary greatly due to the thickness of cuts and relative humidity
• Check foods often for dryness
• Do not overcrowd. Foods should be arranged in a single layer with little to no overlap

PROOF

Proof can be used at 80°F – 100°F for up to 2 hours. Use this function to proof bread or pizza dough.

• Default: 90°F; 45 minutes
• Place freshly made dough ball into a stainless-steel or glass mixing bowl and cover loosely with plastic wrap. Place into oven in position 1 and select the Proof default setting
• Dough is ready when doubled in size. Start checking around 20 minutes
• Shape dough and place on the Baking/Drip Pan or separate baking dish such as a loaf pan, cover loosely with plastic wrap, then place directly in the oven in Position 1
• Once time elapses, complete dough preparation and bake according to recipe

The chart below lists recommendations on how to dehydrate different foods. These are guidelines only. Drying times can vary due to thickness of cuts and relative humidity.

DEHYDRATE CHART

SLOW COOK

Slow Cook can be used in either the High or Low setting. Slow cook setting is recommended for foods that require longer cooking times at lower temperatures.

• Default:
  Lo – 4 hours
  Hi – 2 hours
• For slow-cooked dishes with crispy exteriors and soft interiors, place ingredients directly on the Baking/Drip Pan
• For results that are most similar to recipes cooked in a slow cooker, place ingredients into a covered, ovenproof dish with liquid coming up one-third of the way

SLOW COOK CHART

LOW

Low can be used at 100°F – 300°F for up to 12 hours. Perfect for dishes that require low temperatures and/or long cooking times.

• Default: 200°F; 2 hours
• For slow-cooked dishes with crispy exteriors and soft interiors, place ingredients directly on the Baking/Drip Pan

REHEAT

Reheat can be used at 200°F – 450°F for up to 2 hours. Use this function to reheat leftovers.

• Default: 250°F; 20 minutes

WARM

Warm can be used at 150°F – 300°F for up to 2 hours. Use this function to keep food warm once cooked. Warm can be accessed from the function menu or using the Keep Warm button

• Default: 150°F; 30 minutes
• One great way to use the Dual Cook feature described below is to add Warm at the end of a cooking function so your dish is held at the proper serving temperature

NOTE: This function can also be selected using the Keep Warm button DUAL COOK Dual Cook is a special feature that enables you to combine two cooking functions or two temperatures and run them consecutively. This is ideal for those recipes that require multiple cooking steps. Some examples are:

• Starting a casserole or a dish like nachos, bake to heat through and then switch to broil for a melted and browned top
• Beginning a dish on a higher heat to achieve a crispy crust and then reducing temperature for tender results when using Slow Cook or Low.

The functions that you may program using Dual Cook are Bake, Broil, Roast, Pizza, Low, Warm, AirFry and Slow Cook.

1. Press the Dual Cook button.
2. The oven will display available functions for the first cooking cycle. Turn the Function Dial to desired function and press Function Dial to set.
3. Set temperature for this function, then press Time/Temp Dial. Time will now flash. Set time, then press Time/Temp Dial.
4. LCD screen will then show functions that can be selected for the second stage. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program second function, temperature and time. Start/Stop will flash, indicating you are able to initiate cooking cycle.
5. Press Start/Stop to start cooking on the first function.
6. When the first cycle is finished, the oven will beep and automatically switch to the second cooking function.
7. When time reaches 0:00 and the second function cycle is completed, the oven will beep and heating elements will turn off.

NOTE: When the oven is running the first function, you will still be able to check your settings for the second function by pushing the Dual Cook button. The display will show the second function settings for a few seconds and then revert to display for the first function.

PREHEAT

Preheat can be used at 200°F - 450°F for up to 2 hours. Easily activate this function using the dedicated button. Use this function to preheat your oven while preparing ingredients

• Default: 350°F; 30 minutes

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Always unplug the oven from the electrical outlet and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they will damage the finish. Simply wipe the exterior with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Apply the cleansing agent to a cloth, not directly onto the oven, before cleaning.
• To clean interior walls, use a damp cloth and a mild liquid soap solution or a spray solution on a sponge. Remove any residue from cleaners with a clean, damp cloth. Never use harsh abrasives or corrosive products. These could damage the oven surface. Never use steel wool pads, etc., on interior of oven.
• Cleaning the accessories:
  • Oven Rack and Crumb Tray should be hand-washed in hot, sudsy water, or with a nylon scouring pad or nylon brush, and thoroughly rinsed. These items are NOT dishwasher safe.
  • Baking/Drip Pan and AirFryer Basket are dishwasher safe or can be hand-washed in hot, sudsy water, or with a nylon scouring pad or nylon brush, and thoroughly rinsed.
• After cooking greasy foods and once your oven has cooled, always clean top of oven interior. If this is done on a regular basis, your oven will perform like new. Removing the grease will help to keep toasting consistent, cycle after cycle.
• To remove crumbs, slide out the front Crumb Tray and discard crumbs. Wipe clean and replace. To remove baked-on grease, soak the tray in hot, sudsy water or use nonabrasive cleaners. Never operate the oven without the Crumb Tray in place.
• Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

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