Chefman TurboFry Touch RJ38-SQSS-8T-EU - Air Fryer Manual

FEATURES

1. Control panel
2. Basket rack
3. Basket
4. Basket handle

PRESET FUNCTION CHART

These presets represent an average time and temperature.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE FIRST USE

For best results, follow these steps before using your air fryer for the first time.

1. Remove all packaging materials. Check to ensure that all parts and accessories are accounted for.
2. Read and remove any stickers on the unit except for the rating label on the bottom, which should remain on the unit.
3. Wipe down the interior and exterior with a damp cloth. Wash the basket and basket rack with warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly.

HOW TO COOK IN THE AIR FRYER

The air fryer's high-speed fan cooks your favourite foods quickly. The rack in the basket allows air to circulate around foods for even cooking and crisping, and lets excess fat drip down and away from foods for healthier eating.

Never fill the basket with oil. Unlike deep fryers, air fryers require little to no oil to produce a crisp texture. If you choose to use oil, toss foods with just a little in a separate bowl before cooking.

1. Prepare the food(s) you plan to air fry.
2. Place the air fryer on a hard, flat surface with at least 15 cm of clearance on top and back for proper air flow, then plug the unit in. The control panel will illuminate, and the default temperature and time will alternate on the display.
3. Lower the rack into the basket with the arrows pointing to the front (the handle side) and back of the basket. Press down on the rack to ensure it is secure and level. There should be a small amount of space between the rack and bottom of the basket. (For easiest handling of the basket rack, pinch the center grip bar with your thumb and index finger.)
   
   Never use aerosol spray on the air fryer's nonstick parts as it can cause the coating to chip. You can spray the nonstick coating with oil from a mister.
4. Put the food on the rack. To allow for good air circulation, do not fill the basket past the MAX line.
5. Slide the basket into the air fryer.
6. Set the time and temperature as desired or use the cooking preset functions. To set the temperature, press the TIME/TEMP button until the temperature displays, and then press the plus or minus sign. To set the time, press the TIME/TEMP button until the time displays, and then press the plus or minus sign. If using the cooking presets, choose the icon that best represents the food you're cooking and press the icon. This will set the pre-programmed time and temperature (see Preset Function Chart for details).
7. Press START. The fan will come on, and circular dashes on the display will animate.
   NOTE: During cooking, you can remove the basket to check on, turn or shake foods. When you return the basket to the unit, the timer and heating will resume where they left off.
8. During cooking, the SHAKE light on the control panel will turn on, and the air fryer will beep as a reminder to shake (or flip) food, as necessary. (See Preset Function Chart for more details on timing.) The light will turn off immediately when the basket is removed and will go off automatically after about 15 seconds if the basket is not pulled out. (If your food does not need to be shaken, flipped or turned, simply ignore the warning.)
9. When the timer is done, the air fryer will turn off automatically. Remove the basket from the air fryer. Check food for doneness, then carefully transfer food to plates or a platter and serve.
   NOTE: On first use, the unit may emit a slight odour, which is normal and will dissipate with use.

AIR FRYER COOKING TIPS

Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes before cooking. While not necessary, preheating the unit will cook foods faster and promote crisp results. If the unit is cold, add a few minutes to your expected cooking time.

Be careful when adding food after preheating as the inside of the fryer will be hot.
For a crisp exterior, oil foods lightly. Some foods, especially if fresh, benefit from being tossed with a little oil in a separate bowl before frying. However, high-fat foods, like a well-marbled steak, or prepared foods usually require no additional oil.
Avoid wet batters. Loose batters, such as those used for deep frying, do not work in air fryers, as the batter simply slides off. Adapt such recipes to give foods a thicker coating, preferably including breadcrumbs to help the coating adhere.
Use medium-high to high heat for most cooking. Most foods air fry best between 165°C and 205°C. For gentler cooking and reheating, use a lower temperature to avoid overcooking.
Don't overcrowd the basket. Too much food, especially if tightly packed, can inhibit browning and crisping. A better bet: Fry food in batches.
Shake the basket during cooking for even cooking. A good shake is especially beneficial for smaller items like french fries, onion rings and chicken wings. For larger or more fragile foods, consider gently tossing or flipping for even results.
Check on foods early. Check foods on the earlier side of cooking time; you can always slide the basket back in to continue cooking.
Follow food-safety guidelines for doneness. Because air fryer temperatures and food sizes can vary, do not rely on recipe timing only when cooking food. Check foods for doneness against current safety guidelines before serving.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Why is there white smoke coming from my unit

White smoke can be a sign that there's too much fat in the fryer. Avoid cooking very fatty foods, such as sausages, in the air fryer, and be sure the basket, the rack and the interior of the air fryer are clean before cooking.

Why has my food cooked unevenly

Two culprits are likely: overcrowding and not shaking. Fill the air fryer basket loosely with food to let air circulate, and shake, toss or flip foods at least once during cooking for more even results.

Why isn't my food crisp

Though you can air fry with no added oil, coating foods very lightly with oil (usually just ½ teaspoon per batch for most recipes) helps guarantee crisp results. Preheating the air fryer also helps.

Why is the unit displaying an error code

If your air fryer displays E1 or E2 on its control panel, it means there is a loose wire contact or a short circuit, and the unit will not function. Should this occur, please contact Chefman® Customer Support for a replacement.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

The nonstick coating on the basket and rack makes the air fryer easy to clean following the steps below.

1. Unplug the unit, and let cool completely before cleaning. (For faster cooling, take the hot basket out of the unit.)
2. To remove the cooled rack from the basket, pinch the center grip bar at the bottom of the basket, then pull the rack straight up and out of the basket.
   
   Do not lift the rack out of the basket when hot, or injury can occur.
3. Wash the basket and rack with warm, soapy water, rinse and dry well with a towel for best results. The basket and rack are also top-rack dishwasher safe.
4. Wipe down the outside and the inside of the unit with a damp cloth as needed. Do not put the unit in the dishwasher or submerge in water or any other liquids.
5. Do not use abrasive cleansers, or you could damage the finishes.

What do I need to register my product?

NOTE: Label depicted here is an example.

How do I register my product?
All you need to do is fill out a simple Chefman® registration form. You can easily access the form in one of the two ways listed below:

1. Visit Chefman.com/register.
2. Scan the QR code to access site:

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including:

1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or dials.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the cable or plug in water or other liquids.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from the socket when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cable or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. If this should occur, contact Chefman® Customer Support for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let the cable hang over the edge of a table or worktop or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric hob or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
12. To disconnect, turn any control to OFF, then remove the plug from the wall socket.
13. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
14. Place the unit on a flat, sturdy, heat-resistant surface. Do not place the unit near or on any type of heat source, such as a gas or electric burner, hob or oven, even if not on. Do not use near an open flame or flammable materials.
15. The unit will emit some heat. Allow sufficient space around the unit when in use and do not place near other items or appliances.
16. Check that your home power supply corresponds with the intended voltage of the air fryer.
17. Never wrap the cable tightly around the appliance during use or storage; this may cause the wire to fray and break.
18. This product is not a deep fryer. It is NOT meant to be filled with oil. Never fill any parts of the air fryer with oil. If you choose to use oil, toss food with oil in a separate bowl and then transfer food to the removable racks or basket.
19. Do not leave uncooked ingredients in the air fryer for more than a short period of time before cooking; raw meat, poultry, fish, fruits and vegetables can spoil.
20. Do not move the air fryer while it is full of food.
21. Do not move the unit during use. During initial use, you may notice some smoke and/ or a slight odour. This is normal and should quickly dissipate. It should not happen after the appliance has been used a few more times.
22. Do not leave the air fryer unattended during use.
23. Some areas do get HOT during use, and the touch screen may get warm. Do not touch the heating elements. Do not place hands or other body parts near the air vents while the air fryer is in use; burns may result. Take caution when handling the hot air fryer rack and all removable parts.

Please ensure that the electrical socket can accommodate the plug supplied with the product. Do not attempt to alter the plug in any way.

SHORT CABLE INSTRUCTIONS

A short power-supply cable is provided to reduce the hazards of entanglement or tripping over a longer cable. Longer detachable power-supply cables or extension cables are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a longer detachable powersupply extension cable is used:

1. The marked electrical rating of the extension cable should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2. The longer cable should be arranged so that it will not drape over the worktop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

POWER CABLE SAFETY TIPS

1. Never pull or yank on the cable or the appliance.
2. To insert the plug, grasp it firmly and guide it into the socket.
3. To disconnect the appliance, grasp the plug and remove it from the socket.
4. Never use the product if the power cord shows signs of abrasion or excessive wear. Contact Chefman® Customer Support for additional guidance and support.
5. Never wrap the cable tightly around the appliance, as this could place undue stress on the cable where it enters the appliance and cause it to fray and break.

DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE IF THE POWER CABLE SHOWS ANY DAMAGE OR IF APPLIANCE WORKS INTERMITTENTLY OR STOPS WORKING ENTIRELY.

Do not place the appliance on a hob or any other heatable surface, even if hob is not on. Doing so is a fire hazard.

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