Cuisinart TOA-65 - 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, 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 or has been dropped or damaged in any way or has been dropped in water. Return the AirFryer Toaster Oven to the store or retailer where purchased for examination or 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 AirFryer Toaster Oven on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
11. Do not use this AirFryer Toaster Oven for anything other than its intended purpose.
12. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of materials other than metal or glass in the oven.
13. To avoid burns, use extreme caution when removing 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 AirFryer Toaster Oven.
15. Do not place any of the following materials in the AirFryer Toaster Oven: paper, cardboard, plastic and similar products.
16. Do not cover Crumb Tray or any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
17. O versize foods, metal foil packages and utensils must not be inserted in the AirFryer Toaster Oven, as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.
18. A fire may occur if the 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, involving a risk of electric shock.
20. Do not attempt to dislodge food when the AirFryer Toaster Oven is plugged into electrical outlet.
21. 
    To avoid possibility of fire, NEVER leave 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.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

1. Control Panel
   Large LCD, dial 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 two positions.
6. Rack Positions
   1. Position 1 is the bottom position and this is recommended when cooking larger foods (e.g., 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.
      NOTE: Refer to instructions for suggested rack positions with different functions.
7. Easy-Clean Interior
   The sides of the oven's interior are coated with non-stick.
8. Pull-Out Crumb Tray
   The Crumb Tray comes already positioned in your oven. The tray slides out from the lower front of the oven to clean.
9. 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.
10. Baking/Drip Pan
    Baking/Drip Pan is included for your convenience. Use alone when Baking or Roasting. Use Baking/Drip Pan with AirFryer Basket when AirFrying, Broiling or Dehydrating.
11. Quick Reference Guide
    Built-in guide with recommendations and tips on how to use the unit.
    Before first use, slide in place.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CONTROL PANEL

1. Defrost Button
   For use with Toast, Bagel, Pizza, and certain AirFry presets. When activated, the defrost icon will display on the LCD screen.
2. 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
3. Light Button
   To turn on/off the interior oven light, press the light icon . Interior light will turn off automatically after 20 seconds
4. AirFry Button
   Can be used to select manual AirFry function or AirFry presets
5. Dual Cook
   Use to program two-stage cooking operation
6. Start/Stop Button with Indicator Light
   Use to start and stop cooking. Indicator will illuminate when cooking
7. Selector Dial
   Rotate Selector Dial to scroll through options on the LCD screen. Press center of dial to confirm selections
8. LCD Screen
   Displays cooking functions, toast shade and slices, temperature, cooking/ countdown timer, clock time, fan speed and defrost

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 from any objects on the countertop. Do not use on 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. Insert Quick Reference Guide on the bottom left side of the unit
   
5. 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 Selector Dial for 3 seconds.
3. The clock hour will flash; turn the knob to set hour, then press Selector Dial to confirm.
4. The clock minutes will flash; turn the knob to set minutes, then press Selector Dial to confirm.
   NOTE: If nothing is pressed, clock will automatically set to currently displayed time.

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. Use Selector Dial to set preferred tone level: 0 (off/tones deactivated), 1 (low), or 2 (high).
4. Once your selection is displayed, press Selector 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 in the chart.
2. Use the Selector Dial to scroll through functions
3. When desired function is flashing, press Selector 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)
4. Settings:
   1. To use displayed settings, press Start/Stop to begin operation. Start/Stop button will illuminate, indicating the unit is cooking.
   2. To change settings:
      1. Turn Selector Dial to choose desired temperature (or shade)
         1. Press Selector Dial to confirm; time (or slices) will flash
         2. Turn Selector Dial to choose desired time (or slices)
         3. Press Selector Dial to confirm.
         4. If desired, press Defrost button or Fan Speed button
         5. 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"; countdown timer will begin.
5. 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.

TO CHANGE TIME, TEMPERATURE, OR FUNCTION DURING COOKING CYCLE

To change time: During the cooking cycle, use the Selector 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 Selector Dial until the current temperature flashes. Turn the Selector 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 Selector 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.

AirFryer Basket

Baking/Drip Pan

Oven Rack

SUGGESTED RACK/PAN/BASKET POSITIONS
	Position 2			Position 1
Function
Toast			X
Bagel			X
Bake		X	X		X	X
Broil	X	X	X	X	X	X
Pizza					X (fresh)	X (frozen; inverted rack)
Roast		X	X		X	X
Dehydrate	X
Proof			X		X	X
Low		X	X		X	X
AirFry	X			X
Reheat	X	X	X	X	X	X
Warm	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 meals 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 meals that can be both delicious and healthier than traditional frying.

• Default: 400°F; 10 minutes.
• Many foods that can be fried can 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 spray 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 evenly cooked results and color.
• Use higher temperatures for foods that cook quickly, like bacon and chips, and lower temperatures for foods that take longer to cook, like breaded chicken.
• Foods will cook more evenly if they are cut into the same-size pieces.
• Please note that many foods release water when 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 upper 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. Press the AirFry button or scroll through function menu and select AirFry.
2. Turn Selector Dial to scroll through preset functions. When desired preset is flashing, press Selector 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:

Fries: Default is for frozen fries. Fresh is for hand-cut potatoes.

Wings: Default is for fresh chicken wings. Frozen setting is intended for un-cooked frozen chicken wings.

Nuggets: Default is for frozen pre-cooked nuggets. Fresh setting is for uncooked nuggets.

Snacks: Default is for frozen pre-cooked snacks.

Vegetable: Default is for fresh vegetables.

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 6 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 (up to 1 minute) by turning the Selector 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 invert rack in Position 2 as this may result in burning.

BAGEL

Bagel shade can be set from 1 to 7 using 1 to 6 slices. This function provides full heat on the top and half heat on the bottom to toast both sides of bagel halves; both fresh and frozen bagels can be used.

• Default: Shade 4; 3 to 4 slices; no Defrost
• For best results, put your bagels on the rack with the cut sides facing up
• If bagels are too light, time can be added (up to 1 minute) by turning the Selector 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 our Cuisinart Test Kitchen

BROIL

Broil is fixed 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 – 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 inverted 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 on 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 greatly vary due to the thickness of cuts and relative humidityю
• 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

• Allow dough to complete at least one rise at room temperature
• Shape dough and place on the Baking/Drip Pan or separate baking dish such as a loaf pan and then put directly in the oven in Position 1
• Dough is ready when doubled in size. Start checking around 20 minutes
• 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

LOW

Low can be used at 100°F – 300F° for up to 8 hours. Use this function to cook at low temperatures — perfect for braising, slow cooking and more.

• Default: 200°F; 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

LOW CHART

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.

• 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

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 like in Low cooking

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

1. Press the Dual Cook button.
2. The oven will display available functions for the first cooking cycle. Turn the Selector Dial to desired function and press Selector Dial to set.
3. Set temperature for this function, then press Selector Dial. Time will now flash. Set time, then press Selector 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. water or use nonabrasive cleaners. Never operate the oven without the Crumb Tray in place
6. When the first cycle is finished, the oven will 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 in the first function, you may 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.

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 toaster 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 rag. 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 use 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 use 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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