Tefal Easy Fry & Grill Digital

Product Description

The Tefal Easy Fry & Grill Digital is an air fryer designed for versatile cooking, allowing users to fry, grill, and prepare a variety of dishes with ease. It features a digital touchscreen panel and a time/temperature display for intuitive operation.

Key Components

• A. Bowl: The main cooking vessel.
• B. Bowl handle: For safely removing the bowl.
• C. Removable die-cast grill grid: Used for grilling and other cooking functions.
• D. Digital touchscreen panel: For selecting cooking modes and settings.
• E. Time/temperature display: Shows the current cooking time and temperature.

Automatic Cooking Modes

The appliance offers several pre-set cooking modes:

1. Fries
2. Nuggets
3. Roasted chicken
4. Pizza
5. Meat
6. Fish
7. Vegetables
8. Dessert

Before First Use

1. Remove all packaging and stickers.
2. Do not remove silicon pads from the grid.
3. Clean the bowl and removable grill grid with hot water, washing-up liquid, and a non-abrasive sponge. These parts are also dishwasher safe.
4. For models with a window, the outer glass should be hand-washed to preserve its clarity.
5. Wipe the appliance's interior and exterior with a damp cloth. Do not fill the bowl with oil or frying fat.

Preparing for Use

1. Place the appliance on a stable, heat-resistant surface away from water splashes.
2. Insert the grill grid into the bottom of the bowl.
3. Do not fill the bowl with oil or any other liquid.
4. Ensure at least 15cm of space around the appliance for air circulation to prevent overheating.

Using the Appliance

The appliance can cook a wide range of recipes. Cooking times for main food types are provided in the 'Cooking Guide' section, with additional recipes available online.

1. Connect the power cord to an electrical socket.
2. Place food in the bowl, ensuring not to exceed the MAX level mark or the recommended quantity.
3. Slide the bowl back into the appliance.
4. Automatic Cooking Mode: Select the desired mode by pressing the corresponding icon on the touchscreen panel and confirm by pressing the Start button.
5. Manual Settings: Adjust the temperature using the '+' and '-' buttons (80-200°C) and set the cooking time using the timer buttons (1-60 minutes). Press the Start button to begin.
6. Excess oil from food collects at the bottom of the bowl.
7. Some foods may require shaking halfway through cooking. To do this, pull out the bowl, shake it, and slide it back in; the appliance will restart automatically.
8. When the timer sounds, the cooking time has finished. Pull out the bowl and check the food. If not ready, return the bowl and set the timer for a few extra minutes.
9. Use tongs to remove food from the bowl. Caution: the bowl, grid, and food are very hot after use.

Using the Grill Plate

1. Place the grill grid in the bowl.
2. Select the Grill mode by pressing the designated buttons.
3. Press Start to begin the preheating phase (approx. 15 minutes).
4. Once preheating is complete (indicated by the timer sound), the appliance reaches 200°C. It will then enter a 10-minute keep-warm mode.
5. Carefully remove the bowl and place it on a heat-resistant surface. Use tongs to place food on the hot grill plate.
6. Place the food on the grill plate, return the bowl to the appliance, and set the cooking time.
7. Press Start to begin cooking.

Dehydration

1. Place the grill grid in the bowl.
2. Set the temperature to 80°C using the '+' and '-' buttons.
3. Set the desired cooking time (1-4 hours) using the timer buttons.
4. Press Start to begin the dehydration process.
5. When the timer sounds, the process is complete. Remove the bowl and check the food. If not ready, return the bowl and set the timer for additional minutes.
6. Use tongs to remove food.

Cooking Guide

The table provides basic settings for various ingredients. Note that cooking times are indicative and may vary based on factors like ingredient origin, size, shape, and brand.

Tips

• Smaller food generally requires a shorter cooking time.
• Shaking food halfway through cooking improves results and can help prevent uneven cooking.
• For crispier fresh potatoes, add a small amount of oil before cooking and shake to coat evenly.
• Snacks that can be cooked in an oven can also be cooked in the air fryer.
• The optimal quantity for fries is 700 grams.
• Use ready-made pastry for quick and easy filled snacks.
• Place an oven-safe dish in the bowl for baking cakes, quiches, or frying delicate/filled ingredients.
• The appliance can also be used to reheat food at 160°C for up to 10 minutes.

Cleaning

• Clean the appliance after each use.
• Do not use metal utensils or abrasive cleaners on the bowl and grid to avoid damaging the non-stick coating.
• Unplug the appliance and let it cool down. Remove the bowl for faster cooling.
• Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth.
• Clean the bowl and grid with hot water, washing-up liquid, and a non-abrasive sponge. A degreasing liquid can be used for stubborn dirt. These parts are dishwasher safe.
• For models with a window, hand-wash the outer glass to preserve its appearance.
• If food debris is stuck, soak the bowl and grid in hot water with detergent for about 10 minutes before rinsing and drying.
• Clean the interior with a damp cloth.
• Clean the heating element with a dry brush.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid.

Storage

• Unplug the appliance and let it cool down.
• Ensure all parts are clean and dry.

Guarantee and Service

For service, information, or problems, visit the brand's website or contact the Consumer Care Centre in your country. The phone number is in the international guarantee leaflet. If no centre exists in your country, contact your local dealer.

Troubleshooting

For troubleshooting, visit the brand's website for FAQs or contact the Consumer Care Centre in your country.