Breville Halo+, VDF105 - Health Fryer Manual

Product safety

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

This appliance shall not be used by children from 0 year to 8 years. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they are continuously supervised. This appliance can be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

Keep the product and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be done by children.

This product must be positioned on a stable surface with the handles positioned to avoid the spillage of hot liquids.

Surfaces of the product are liable to get hot during use.

Never operate the product by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.

Never immerse any part of the appliance or power cord and plug in water or any other liquid.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Never use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. This appliance is for household use only. Do not use this appliance outdoors.

Always ensure that hands are dry before handling the plug or switching on the appliance.

Always use the appliance on a stable, secure, dry and level surface.

Ensure the appliance is switched off and unplugged from the supply socket if it is left unattended, when it is not in use or before cleaning. Never leave the appliance unattended when it is in use.

Always allow the appliance to fully cool down before cleaning or storing.

Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped, if there are any visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.

Never let the power cord hang over the edge of a work top, touch hot surfaces or become knotted, trapped or pinched.

Do not touch the external surfaces of the appliance during use as they may become very hot.

Only use spares or accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer.

When the appliance is in the tilted position, the lid will not stay open on its own. Always return the appliance to the level position before opening the lid.

Allow adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation.

Do not allow the appliance to touch any flammable material during use (such as curtains or wall coverings).

Care is required when using the appliance on surfaces that may be damaged by heat.
The use of an insulated pad is recommended.

Parts

1. Lid - removable for cleaning
2. Heater and fan assembly
3. Lid cleaning release button (one on each side)
4. Lid latch button
5. Removable condensation tray
6. Tilt mechanism lock and window
7. Icon for tilted position
8. Icon for level position
9. + (increase time) button
10. – (decrease time) button
11. Display
12. Dual heat mode button
13. Grill button
14. Non-stick inner bowl
15. Roasting rack
16. Oil measure (approximately equal to 15ml)
17. Detachable bowl handle

Due to our policy of continuous improvement, the actual product may differ slightly from the one illustrated in these instructions.

Before first use

Never immerse any part of the Halo+ Health Fryer body, power cord or plug in water or any other liquid. Before assembling or disassembling your Halo+ Health Fryer, ensure it is unplugged and all parts are cool.

Unpack the appliance and remove all packaging, promotional materials and stickers. Remove all printed documents. Wash the inner bowl, measuring spoon, roasting rack, drip tray and bowl handle in hot soapy water. Rinse then dry all of the parts. Wipe the body and lid with a damp cloth only — for cleaning instructions.

Bowl handle

Only use the handle to remove the bowl after cooking has finished. Remember the bowl will be very hot! Don't set the bowl down on a surface that may be damaged by heat.

After cooking, you can use the detachable bowl handle to remove the inner bowl and its contents safely.

1. Make sure that the jaws of the handle are open. Press the button on the handle to open the jaws if required.
   
2. Place the bowl handle over the lip of the inner bowl
   
3. Slide the lever forwards. The handle will grip the inner bowl. Let the lever return to its rest position.
   
4. Lift the inner bowl out of the Halo+ Health Fryer body.
   
5. To release the bowl, press the button on the handle.
   
6. Lift the handle off the rim of the bowl.
   

Cooking chips

When your Halo+ Health Fryer is in the tilted position, the lid will not stay open on its own and may close unexpectedly. Always return the appliance to the level position before opening the lid.

Your Halo+ Health Fryer can be used to cook fresh or frozen chips, however, for the healthiest option, we suggest you try our perfect homemade chips.

1. Press the lid latch button and open the lid.
   
2. Fit the inner bowl over the central shaft.
   
3. Add the chips to the bowl. Distribute the chips evenly over the bottom of the bowl. Don't exceed 1.25kg of fresh chips or 1.0kg frozen chips.
   
4. Add the recommended quantity of oil to the chips using the cooking oil measure. Spread the oil evenly over the chips. Please refer to our cooking popular, convenience and frozen foods guide.
   
5. Close the lid and plug your Halo+ Health Fryer into a suitable mains supply and switch the socket on. Your Halo+ Health Fryer will beep, the display will light up blue and after a second or two will show 00.
   
6. Use the + button to enter the desired cooking time in minutes. If you keep your finger on the + button, the time will increase quickly. When you are near the desired time, make single presses of the button. If you overshoot the desired time, use the – button to adjust the time.
   
   Next, pull the tilt mechanism lock outwards and tilt your Halo+ Health Fryer forwards. Release the tilt lock to lock your Halo+ Health Fryer in the fully tilted position. When in the correct position, the icon will show in the window of the tilt lock.
7. Press the dual heat mode ( ) button to start cooking. The display will turn orange, the heater will illuminate and the fan will start. The timer will start to count down in minutes until 1 minute remains when it will count down in seconds.
8. When the cooking time has ended, your Halo+ Health Fryer will beep and the heater will turn off.

Notes
The cooking time can be adjusted up or down during cooking using the + or – buttons.
During cooking, you may open the lid if required. First, set your Halo+ Health Fryer to the level position then press the lid release button. Opening the lid will switch off the heater and the fan, and the timer will stop counting down. To restart cooking, close the lid then return your fryer to the tilted position. Cooking will resume when you close the lid and the timer will continue to count down.
During cooking, the heater will switch on and off from time to time. This is normal and allows your Halo+ Health Fryer to maintain an even cooking temperature.
You can cancel cooking at any time by pressing and holding either the dual heat mode button or the grill mode button. Your Halo+ Health Fryer will beep, the display will return to and cooking will be cancelled.

Other cooking methods

Grilling

Your Halo+ Health Fryer comes complete with a dishwasher safe rack suitable for grilling and other types of cooking. Foods can also be cooked directly in the removable bowl. Use whichever method gives you the best results.

1. Press the release button and open the lid. Place the rack into the inner bowl. For best results lightly oil the rack before use.
   
2. Place the food on the rack (if you are using it). Select the cooking time, then the grill function. The rack and food will rotate during cooking so make sure that the food will not touch any part of the heater/fan assembly or other part of the lid when it is closed.
   
3. If required, add oil evenly over the food.
   
4. Close the lid and plug your Halo+ Health Fryer into a suitable mains supply and switch the socket on. Your Halo+ Health Fryer will beep, the display will light up blue and after a second or two will show 00.
   
5. Use the + button to enter the desired cooking time in minutes. If you keep your finger on the + button, the time will increase quickly. When you are near the desired time, make single presses of the button. If you overshoot the desired time, use the – button to adjust the time. When grilling, your Halo+ Health Fryer should be in the level position (the icon will show in the window of the tilt lock).
6. Press the grill mode button to start cooking. The display will turn orange, the heater will illuminate and the fan will start. The timer will start to count down in minutes until 1 minute remains when it will count down in seconds.
7. When the cooking time has ended, your Halo+ Health Fryer will beep and the heater will turn off.

Notes
This product has been designed to cook foods in a healthier way. We do not recommend that you use your Halo+ Health Fryer to cook foods which are very fatty e.g. chicken portions (with the skin on), lamb chops, sausages or other fatty cuts of meat.

Dual Heat cooking mode without tilting
To tilt or not to tilt....
Your Halo+ Health Fryer can be used to cook the foods and recipes that you would normally cook in a standard oven or saucepan. However, when your Halo+ Health Fryer is tilted, the food inside is 'tumbled' which may damage fragile foods such as salmon, jacket potatoes, fairy cakes, etc. You can use the dual heat mode cooking method without setting your Halo+ Health Fryer into the fully tilted position. The recipes in these instructions will give you more details on which method is best.

Guide to oils and fats

Using your Halo+ Health Fryer to cook food will help you to reduce the amount of oil needed in some recipes, which may benefit your diet.

The table below lists some of the more widely available, popular oils. All of them can be used in your Halo+ Health Fryer. However, for best results, we recommend Vegetable or Rapeseed oil.

• You can also use low calorie cooking spray in your Halo+ Health Fryer
• Always ensure that the ingredients are evenly coated with oil.

Guide to potatoes

There is nothing quite like a plate of homemade chips—especially with your Halo+ Health Fryer doing all the hard work for you.

There are hundreds of varieties of potatoes grown around the world with about 80 different varieties grown commercially in the UK. Potatoes are usually divided into two cateorgories:

Floury potatoes – These are generally lighter in colour, with a drier feel, perfect for homemade chips and jacket potatoes. Well known varieties are King Edward, Maris Piper and Rooster.

Waxy potatoes – These are moist, firm and translucent and hold their shape well—great in salads. Examples of these include Charlotte and Jersey Royals.

When choosing potatoes for our recipes, it's worth buying the right type to achieve the best results. Many potatoes can be used for a variety of purposes. For example, the King Edward potato can be used for homemade chips.

Cooking popular, convenience and frozen foods

The following table provides basic cooking guidelines for popular, convenience and frozen foods. Please note that due to the variations in thickness and size of the foods being cooked some experimentation may be required for the best cooking results. Always ensure that the food is thoroughly cooked and piping hot throughout before consuming.

When cooking fresh chips, we've kept the oil quantites as low as possible for the healthiest results. However, if you feel the chips are a little pale and require further browning, increase the quantity of oil slightly.

Food	Cooking Time (mins)	Notes	Roasting rack	GRILL Mode	DUAL HEAT Mode	Tilted (1)	Oil
1.25kg fresh chips	40	Wash and pat dry	-	-	YES	YES	1
1.0kg fresh chips	35-40	Wash and pat dry	-	-	YES	YES	½
800g fresh chips	25-30	Wash and pat dry	-	-	YES	YES	½
500g fresh chips	25-30	Wash and pat dry	-	-	YES	YES	¼ - ½
250/300g fresh chips	18-20	Wash and pat dry	-	-	YES	YES	¼
1.0kg fresh wedges	35-40	Wash and pat dry	-	-	YES	YES	½
1.0kg frozen chips	20-25	-	-	-	YES	YES	-
500g frozen chips	15-20	-	-	-	YES	YES	-
250/300g frozen chips	12-15	-	-	-	YES	YES	-
250g jacket potato	60	Prick with a fork and lightly rub with oil	-	-	YES	NO	-
Salmon fillet	15-20	Lightly oil grill rack	YES	YES	-	NO	-
Boneless, skinless chicken fillet	15-20	Lightly oil grill rack. Turn once.	YES	YES	-	NO	-
Sirloin steak	8-10 (2) 10-12 (3) 15-20 (4)	Lightly oil grill rack. Turn once.	YES	YES	-	NO	-
Premium (5) Sausages	10-12 (6)	Turn once.	YES	YES	-	NO	-
Bacon	12-15	Turn once.	YES	YES	-	NO	-
Cheese on toast	5-7	Toast the bread in a toaster first.	YES	YES	-	NO	-
Fish fingers	10-12	Lightly oil grill rack. Turn once.	YES	YES	-	NO	-
Frozen pizza	10-12	Cut into slices to fit rack.	YES	YES	-	NO	-
Individual frozen pies	25-30	Place directly into the inner bowl	-	-	YES	NO	-
Fresh garlic baguette	8-10	Cut in half. Place directly into the inner bowl.	-	-	YES	NO	-

1. Shows whether to place your Halo+ Health Fryer in the fully tilted position (YES) or in the level position (NO).
2. Cooked rare
3. Cooked medium rare
4. Cooked well done
5. E.g. high meat content
6. Depending on thickness

Care and cleaning

Always unplug your Halo+ Health Fryer and allow it to cool completely before cleaning it. NEVER immerse the MAIN body, power cord or plug in water or any other liquid. Never use harsh abrasive cleaners or cleaning materials.

• Carefully wipe any oil spatter from the heater/fan assembly cover with kitchen paper. Wipe over the outer body and lid with a clean, slightly damp cloth and dry.
• Wash the removable clear lid, roasting rack, cooking oil measure, inner bowl, drip tray and bowl handle warm soapy water using a cloth, sponge or brush. Dry completely before use or storage. The roasting rack, cooking oil measure, drip tray and inner bowl may be washed in a dishwasher.

To remove the clear lid:

1. Press the two lid release buttons (one on each side).
2. Lift off the clear lid.
3. To refit the lid, position the lid over the tongue on the top of the body as shown then pivot the lid into place until the locks on each side click.
   

Recipes

General

For a guide to cooking popular, convenience and frozen foods,.
When necessary, this symbol will show you how much oil to add using the supplied oil measure.
This symbol indicates that the recipe is suitable for vegetarians.

Cooking methods used in these recipes

Dual Heat mode with Fan

Recipes marked with the icon use the dual heat mode feature of your Halo+ Health Fryer. Dual heat mode cooking uses an additional heating element placed below the bowl along with the top heating element and fan above the bowl to ensure efficient, even heat distribution.

1. Set the timer according to the recipe.
2. Set your Halo+ Health Fryer into the TILTED or LEVEL position according to the recipe. To tilt your Halo+ Health Fryer, pull the tilt mechanism lock outwards and tilt your Halo+ Health Fryer forwards. Release the tilt mechanism lock to hold your Halo+ Health Fryer in the fully tilted position. When in the tilted position, the icon will show in the window of the tilt lock. Many recipes will use dual heat mode with your Halo+ Health Fryer in the level position. When in the level position, the icon will show in the window of the tilt lock.
3. Press the dual heat mode () button to start cooking.
4. Once cooking has finished, if your Halo+ Health Fryer is in the tilted position, release the tilt mechanism lock and return the unit to the level position. Use the clip-on handle to remove the inner bowl.

Grill mode with Fan

Recipes marked with the icon use the grill mode feature of your Halo+ Health Fryer. Grill mode cooking uses the top heating element and fan only.

1. Set the timer according to the recipe.
2. Make sure that your Halo+ Health Fryer is in the LEVEL position. When in the correct level position, the icon will show in the window of the tilt lock.
3. Press the GRILL mode () button to start cooking.
4. Once cooking has finished, remove the inner bowl using the clip-on handle.