Caterlite Air Fryer

Safety Instructions

Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct maintenance and operation of this machine will provide the best possible performance from your Caterlite product.

• Position on a flat, stable surface.
• A service agent/qualified technician should carry out installation and any repairs if required. Do not remove any components on this product.
• Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the following:
  • Health and Safety at Work Legislation
  • BS EN Codes of Practice
  • Fire Precautions
  • IEE Wiring Regulations
  • Building Regulations
• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. Only hold the collection tray/basket by the handle only.
• As an oil-free fryer working on hot air, do not fill the collection pan with oil or fat - fire hazard!
• Only use the original parts and accessories.
• DO NOT immerse the appliance in water.
• Do not clean with jet/pressure washers.
• Do not move or carry the appliance when hot.
• DO NOT obstruct or cover the appliance in any way when in use.
• This is an attended appliance and must be supervised when in use.
• Always switch off the appliance, disconnect the power supply and allow to cool when not in use, before cleaning or carrying out maintenance.
• Keep all packaging away from children. Dispose of the packaging in accordance to the regulations of local authorities.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons 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.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of child less than 8 years.
• This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
• Caterlite recommends that this appliance should be periodically tested (at least annually) by a Competent Person. Testing should include, but not be limited to: Visual Inspection, Polarity Test, Earth Continuity, Insulation Continuity and Functional Testing.
• Caterlite recommends that this product is connected to a circuit protected by an appropriate RCD (Residual Current Device).

Pack Contents

The following is included:

• Air fryer
• Instruction manual

Caterlite prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of packaging the contents are supplied fully functional and free of damage. Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your Caterlite dealer immediately.

Before First Time Use

• Remove all packaging materials. Make sure that all protective plastic film and coatings are thoroughly removed from all surfaces.
• Position the fryer on a flat, stable and heat-resistant surface. For sufficient ventilation, allow a minimum of 10cm of space above the oven, at the back and sides.
• Pull the collection tray out of the fryer. Then press down the release button on the handle and lift upward to separate the basket from the collection tray. Clean both parts thoroughly and dry well.
• Press down the release button and locate the basket into the collection tray.

Operation

The appliance features a control panel with a digital LED display, function keys, and adjustment keys.

Diagram Description: The control panel shows indicators for Heating Element ON, Motor ON, Temperature, and Time. It includes an LED display, a Power ON indicator, Increase key (+), Decrease key (-), On/off key (power symbol), Function key (button symbol), and Start/pause key (play/pause symbol). The air fryer unit itself has a basket handle and a collection tray.

Air Frying

1. Put the food to be fried in the basket, then push the collection tray into the unit.
   • Caution: Never use the collection tray directly without the basket in place! Never overfill the basket to prevent food from contacting the heating element overhead.
2. Connect the appliance to the mains power supply. The power ON indicator lights up RED.
3. Press the on/off key (power symbol) to switch on. The fryer beeps once and the default settings are shown on the display.
4. Press the function button to toggle between the Temperature and Timer functions.
5. Press the Increase (+) or Decrease (-) key to select the suitable settings.

   Function	Range	Increment	Default
   Temperature	80°C - 200°C	5°C	180°C
   Timer	1min - 60min	1min	15min

6. Press the Start/Pause key (play/pause symbol) to start. The timer begins to count down on the display.
7. For foodstuffs that require shaking halfway, just pull out the collection tray directly. All indicators on the display will disappear. Afterwards, shake and re-locate the collection tray. The fryer will resume working automatically and the frying time will be reset. For best frying result, it's recommended to set the remaining time.
8. When the set time elapses, the fryer beeps and "00:00" is shown. (Or you can manually stop the frying process by pressing the "on/off" key.)
9. Pull out the collection tray and transfer the fried food into a suitable container.

Cautions:

• When removing the collection tray, be careful of the hot steam arising! ♨️
• In case of dark smoke emission, unplug the appliance immediately. Wait to let the smoke dissipate then remove the food.

Frying Guide

As food differs in type, size, amount/weight, shape, etc., it's hard to guarantee the best settings. The table below is for reference only.

• Normally bigger food pieces require longer time than smaller ones and vice versa.
• Shaking smaller ingredients halfway through the process optimizes the end result and can help prevent unevenly fried ingredients.
• It is recommended to apply some oil to fresh potatoes for a crispy result. Only fry the ingredients within a few minutes after applying the oil.
• Do not prepare extremely greasy ingredients such as sausages in the Air fryer.
• Snacks that can be prepared in an oven can also be prepared in the Air fryer.
• The optimal amount for preparing crispy fries is 500 grams.
• Use pre-made dough to prepare filled snacks quickly and easily. Pre-made dough also requires a shorter preparation time than home-made dough.
• A baking tin or oven dish can be used in the frying basket when to bake a cake, quiche, or fragile ingredients and filled ingredients.
• When to reheat with this unit, you can set the temperature to 150°C and time to 10 minutes.

Cleaning, Care & Maintenance

Always switch off the appliance, disconnect the power supply and allow to cool before cleaning or performing maintenance.

Always keep the appliance clean!

• Clean the appliance after every use.
• Wipe the exterior/interior surfaces with a moist cloth. Then wipe dry with a dry cloth.
• Clean the heating element with a soft brush to remove any food residues.

Cleaning the collection tray and basket

• For a thorough cleaning, separate the basket from the collection tray first.
• Clean both parts with warm soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge. Do not use abrasive powder or metal brush, as this may damage the non-stick coating.
• Tip: Both parts are dishwasher-safe.
• If dirt gets stuck to the basket or the bottom of the tray, fill the tray with hot water and some detergent. Then put the basket in the tray and soak for approximately 10 minutes.
• Rinse and dry well.

Troubleshooting

A Caterlite dealer or qualified technician should carry out repairs if required.

Technical Specifications

Electrical Wiring

This appliance is supplied with a 3 pin BS1363 plug and lead. The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket.

This appliance is wired as follows:

• Live wire (coloured brown) to terminal marked L
• Neutral wire (coloured blue) to terminal marked N
• Earth wire (coloured green/yellow) to terminal marked E

This appliance must be earthed. If in doubt consult a qualified electrician.

Electrical isolation points must be kept clear of any obstructions. In the event of any emergency disconnection being required they must be readily accessible.

Compliance

The WEEE logo on this product or its documentation indicates that the product must not be disposed of as household waste. To help prevent possible harm to human health and/or the environment, the product must be disposed of in an approved and environmentally safe recycling process. For further information on how to dispose of this product correctly, contact the product supplier, or the local authority responsible for waste disposal in your area.

Caterlite parts have undergone strict product testing in order to comply with regulatory standards and specifications set by international, independent, and federal authorities.

Caterlite products have been approved to carry the following symbols: UKCA, CE.

All rights reserved. No part of these instructions may be produced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Caterlite. Every effort is made to ensure all details are correct at the time of going to press, however, Caterlite reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

Declaration of Conformity

This document declares conformity with Territory Legislation, Council Directives, and Standards.

Equipment Type: Air Fryer

Model: CD983

Applicable Legislation & Directives:

• Low Voltage Directive (LVD) - 2014/35/EU
• Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016
• EN 60335-1:2012 +A11:2014+A13:2017
• EN 60335-2-9:2003 +A1:2004 +A2:2006+A12:2007 +A13:2010
• EN 62233:2008
• Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2014/30/EU - recast of 2004/108/EC
• Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 (S.I. 2016/1091)
• EN 55014-1:2017
• EN 55014-2:2015
• EN 61000-3-2:2014
• EN 61000-3-3:2013
• Regulation (EC) 1275/2008 - Standby and off mode power consumption (2019)
• EN 50564:2011
• Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) 2015/863 amending Annex II to Directive 2011/65/EU
• Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 (S.I. 2012/3032)

Producer Name: Caterlite

Declaration Statement: The undersigned declares that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Territory Legislation, Directive(s) and Standard(s).

Date of Declaration: 3rd December 2021

Signed by:

• Ashley Hooper (Technical & Quality Manager)
• Eoghan Donnellan (Commercial Manager/Importer)

Producer Address: Fourth Way, Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 8TB, United Kingdom

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