Kitchen Couture 25L Digital Air Fryer Oven

Introduction

Thank you for choosing to use our Air Fryer Oven. This appliance is intended for household use only. Please read and retain these instructions for future reference. The illustrations used in the manual are to illustrate the operation method and structure of the product. Where there is a small difference between the physical item and the illustrations, please use the physical object as the standard.

Important Safety Precautions

• Read the instructions carefully before use.
• Remove and safely discard any packaging material and labels before using this product for the first time.
• Ensure that children do not play with plastic bags or any packaging materials.
• Before use, check that your local voltage corresponds with the specifications shown in this manual.
• Always operate the appliance on a level, horizontal surface that is stable and non-combustible. Do not operate the appliance on or near combustible materials such as tablecloths or curtains.
• Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Never connect this appliance to an external timer or separate remote-control system.
• Never use this appliance with an extension cord or power board. Ensure it is plugged into a dedicated power point and without any other appliances on the same outlet.
• Do not turn on the power until the appliance and parts are properly in place; make sure the door is closed before plugging in and switching on the power.
• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or appliance in water or any other liquid. Do not expose the appliance to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids such as vases are placed on or near the appliance.
• Do not touch the appliance, power cord or power plug with wet hands.
• Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the appliance to cool down (if relevant) before putting on or taking off the parts, and before cleaning.
• The appliance does not contain any serviceable parts inside. Do not attempt to open and repair the appliance yourself. All components should only be serviced by a qualified technician.
• Do not use the appliance if the plug, power cable or unit itself are damaged. If the power cord is damaged, you must have it replaced at a service centre by a qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Keep the appliance and power cord out of reach of children when it is in operation and during the cooling process.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments, farm houses, by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments, bed and breakfast type environments.
• Do not use the appliance for anything other than the intended use. It is for household use only. It is not to be used outdoors or for commercial purposes.
• This appliance should be operated on a separate electrical power source from other operating appliances. If the power source is overloaded with other appliances, this oven may not work properly.
• Leave enough open space from other objects while in use. Do not block air intakes or exhausts.
• Do not place the appliance against a wall or against other appliances. Leave at least 10 centimeters of free space on the back and sides and above the appliance. Do not place anything on top of the appliance.
• When the appliance is in operation, air is released through the air outlet vent. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the air outlet vent.
• Do not touch the hot surfaces. The appliances outer surfaces may become hot during use. The rotisserie fork and rack will be hot. Wear oven mitts or use the tongs to remove it. Wear oven mitts when handling the rack and the oil tray.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an oven containing hot food.
• Do not cover the appliance while in use.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter.
• Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord.
• Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not leave the appliance operating while unattended.
• The appliance may emit smoke during its first use. It is not defective, and the smoke will burn off within a few minutes.
• Should the appliance emit black smoke, unplug it immediately. Wait for the smoke to stop before removing the oven's contents.

Safety Instructions

Short Cord Instructions

Do not use with an extension cord. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from being entangled in or tripping over a long cord.

Overheat Protection

Should the inner temperature control system fail, the overheating protection system will be activated, and the appliance will not function. Should this happen, unplug the power cord. Allow time for the appliance to cool completely before restarting or storing.

Electric Power

If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your unit may not operate properly. It should be operated on a dedicated electrical circuit.

Preparation for Use

• When using this appliance for the first time, the oven may emit a slight odor which is not harmful and will disappear after a few minutes. This is because a protective oil was applied to protect parts from possible friction during transport.
• Carefully unpack the oven and remove all the packing materials.
• Place the appliance on a flat, heat-resistant non-flammable surface.
• Use a soft sponge and soapy water to remove any dust on the surface that may have accumulated during packing and transport. Allow the appliance to dry before use.

Symbol Meanings

⚠️ CAUTION: HOT SURFACES. The surfaces are liable to get hot during use do not touch.

Product Parameters

Product Introduction

Features of the Air Fryer Oven

1. Control Panel: Large LED panel, knob and buttons make the unit easy to use.
2. Ventilation Slot: Conducive to the oven in the work can be ventilation heat dissipation.
3. French Door with Viewing Window: Easy to observe the cooking process inside through the oven door.
4. Micro-switch: Machine will stop working when door is opened.
5. Cool-Touch Handle for French door: The handle is designed to prevent scalding to keep it cool while cooking.

Accessories of the Air Fryer Oven

Crumb Tray

The Crumb Tray is mainly used to collect the bread crumbs that fall off when baking or toasting. Always keep the crumb tray put at the bottom of the oven under the heating tubes as position E.

Oil Tray

Oil tray is mainly used to collect oil left over during frying food, usually to put into the slot under the rack or air basket, as position C or D. The oil tray can also be used as baking tray, usually put into position B or C.

Wire Rack

It's mainly for toast, cakes, etc. Can be used in position B/C/D base on different mode and food.

Basket

Mainly use it under air fry mode especially for French fries, chicken wings/legs, etc, should be used on in position B. For fast cooking, it's suggested to put in position A.

Rotisserie Fork and Screws

• Use for roasts or a whole chicken.
• Force the shaft length ways through the meat and centre.
• Slide the forks onto the shaft from either end into the meat. Then lock into place with the screws. There is an indentation point on the shaft for a screw. The other screw is fitted tightly to the stick.
• You can adjust the screws closer to the middle if needed, but never outwards towards the ends.
• Ensure that the roast meat or chicken are not too large and are able to rotate freely inside the Oven.
• Tie up the chicken or other roast meat with cooking string to hold it tightly around the rotisserie stick.

Textual description of Rotisserie Diagram: The diagram shows six steps (1-6) illustrating how to attach the rotisserie fork to a piece of meat (e.g., chicken or roast). It involves inserting the central shaft through the meat and then securing the forks on either side of the meat onto the shaft, tightening them with screws.

Fetch Tool

Use to remove cooked roasts or chicken which have been cooked using the rotisserie. Place under the rotisserie shaft and then lift gently.

Textual description of Fetch Tool Diagram: The diagram shows three variations of a metal tool with prongs, designed to hook under the rotisserie shaft to lift it out of the oven.

Note: Please use your own oven mitts to remove accessories after the cooking is complete.

Using the AIR FRYER OVEN

Control Panel

The control panel features the following numbered components:

1. Display of Rotation Function
2. Display of AIR FRY Fan
3. Display of Cooking Time
4. Display of Temperature
5. Display of Cooking Functions
6. Rotating Button: Switches rotation function On/Off for Rotisserie Fork.
7. Light Button: Switches the light in the oven On/Off.
8. PREHEAT Button: Press to preheat the oven at the default temperature of 200°C and time of 3 minutes.
9. AIR FRY Button: Press to select the desired AIR FRY cooking function. The corresponding cooking functions will light up in the LED screen.
10. OVEN Button: Press to select the desired OVEN cooking function. The corresponding cooking functions will light up in the LED screen.
11. START/STOP Button: Press to start or stop the cooking process.
12. Selector Dial: After pressing the AIR FRY or OVEN button, rotate the dial to select the desired cooking function. Press the center of the dial to adjust cooking time, or press again to adjust the temperature, or press again back to select the functions.

Textual description of Control Panel Diagram: The diagram shows the front control panel of the air fryer oven with various buttons, a selector dial, and an LED display. Numbers point to specific functions and indicators like time, temperature, cooking modes (AIR FRY, FRIES, RIBS, etc.), PREHEAT, START/STOP, and rotation control.

Selectable Cooking Functions

For AIR FRY:

• AIR FRY
• FRIES
• RIBS
• WINGS
• CORN
• CHICKEN
• DEHYDRATE
• BACON
• FISH
• STEAK
• WARM
• SHRIMP
• VEGGIES
• DEFROST

For OVEN:

• PIZZA
• BAKE
• BROIL
• ROAST
• TOAST
• PASTRY
• FERMENT

Preset Cooking Temperature and Time

Note:

• The adjustable interval for setting the cooking time will always be 1 minute, except for the dehydrate function which is 1 hour.
• The adjustable interval for setting the temperature will always be 5°C.

Using the Preset Cooking Options

1. Choose which accessory to use inside the appliance depending on which best suits the food you wish to cook.
2. Place the ingredients and chosen accessory into the unit and shut the door. Plug the power cord into a proper dedicated outlet.
3. Once the appliance is connected to a power point, it will go into standby mode. Then press the START/STOP button to switch on.
4. When your chosen option is flashing on the screen, press the START/STOP button to start the cooking process.

Cleaning and Maintenance

1. The rotisserie forks, screws, wire rack, basket, oil tray, crumb tray and fetch tool can all be washed in warm soapy water immediately after use. Note: all accessories are dishwasher safe except the crumb tray.
2. Never use solvents or scouring pads to scrub inside the appliance; use a nylon or polyester mesh pad if necessary.
3. Wipe the outside of the appliance with a soft damp cloth only.
4. Do not immerse the power cord, plug or the housing body in water or any other liquids.

Storage

1. Unplug the appliance and let it cool down thoroughly.
2. Make sure all parts are clean and dry.
3. Store the appliance in an upright position with all the parts intact and the door closed.

Troubleshooting Guide

Proper Disposal

Once the appliance reaches the end of its life cycle, do not throw it away. Hand it in at an official recycling collection point.