Frequently Asked Questions; Cleaning & Storage - PowerXL YJ-803 Owner's Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I prepare foods other than fried dishes
with my PowerXL Air Fryer?
You can prepare a variety of dishes, including steaks,
chops, burgers, and baked goods. See the PowerXL
Air Fryer Recipe Guide.
2. Is the PowerXL Air Fryer good for making or
reheating soups and sauces?
Never cook or reheat liquids in the appliance.
3. Is it possible to shut off the appliance at any time?
Turn the Time Control Knob to 0 to shut off the
appliance.
4. What do I do if the appliance shuts off while
cooking?
As a safety feature, the PowerXL Air Fryer has an
Auto-Shut-Off device that prevents damage from
overheating. Remove the Outer Basket and set it on a
heat-resistant surface. Allow the appliance to cool
down. Remove the Power Cable from the outlet. Once
cool, plug the Power Cable back into the socket. Restart
by inserting the Outer Basket into the appliance and
setting the cooking time.
Cleaning
Clean the PowerXL Air Fryer after each use. The Basket and
the Fry Tray are coated with a special nonstick surface.
Never use abrasive cleaning materials or utensils on
these surfaces.
1. Remove the Power Cable from the wall socket and
be certain the appliance is thoroughly cooled before
cleaning.
2. Wipe the outside of the appliance with a warm, moist
cloth and mild detergent.
3. Clean the Basket and the Fry Tray with hot water,
a mild detergent, and a nonabrasive sponge.
NOTE: The Fry Tray is dishwasher safe.
TIP: Should the Fry Tray contain difficult-to-remove food
particles, soak in hot, soapy water for 10 minutes.
NOTE: The rubber bumpers on the Fry Tray are part
of the Fry Tray and should generally not be removed.
However, if the rubber bumpers need to be cleaned,
they can be removed and reattached: To remove
the rubber bumpers, locate the capped end of the
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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. Can I check the food during the cooking process?
You can remove the Basket at any time while cooking is
in progress. During this time, you can shake the contents
in the Basket if needed to ensure even cooking.
7. Is the PowerXL Air Fryer dishwasher safe?
Only the Fry Tray is dishwasher safe. The appliance
itself, which contains the heating coil and electronics,
should never be submerged in liquid of any kind or
cleaned with anything more than a warm, moist
cloth or nonabrasive sponge with a small amount
of mild detergent.
8. What happens if the appliance still does not
work after I have tried all the troubleshooting
suggestions?
Never attempt a home repair. Contact customer service
and follow the procedures set forth by the guarantee.
Failure to do so could render your guarantee null
and void.
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 Tray. Take
note of the slot on which the bumpers were sitting. To
reattach the rubber bumpers, align the hole in the rubber
bumpers with the slots from which the rubber bumpers
were removed. Slide the rubber bumpers all the way
back onto the slot on the Fry Tray.
4. Clean the inside of the appliance with hot water, a mild
detergent, and a nonabrasive sponge.
5. If necessary, remove unwanted food residue from
the heating element with a soft cleaning brush.
Storage
1. Unplug the appliance and let it cool down thoroughly.
2. Make sure all components are clean and dry.
3. Place the appliance in a clean, dry place.