DASH AIRCRISP PRO DFAF600 (01) PDF MANUAL

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

• Read all instructions.

• Remove all bags and packaging from appliance before use.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

• Do not use appliance outdoors or for commercial purposes.

• Never leave appliance unattended when in use.

• Only use the appliance on a stable, dry surface.

• Make sure the appliance is cleaned thoroughly before using.

• Do not use appliance for other than its intended use. For household use only. Do not use outdoors.

• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord, damaged plug, after the appliance malfunctions, is dropped, or damaged in any manner.

• Do not place appliance on or near a hot gas burner, hot electric burner, or in a heated oven. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to “off”, then remove plug from wall outlet.

• Refrain from using attachments that are not recommended by the appliance manufacturer, as this may result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury.

• Do not let the cord touch hot surfaces, or hang over the edges of tables or counters.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they are provided with supervision and instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Always be sure to unplug the appliance from the outlet prior to moving, cleaning, storage, and when not in use.

• Improper use of the appliance can result in property damage or even in personal injury.

• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not completely fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

• Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.

• A short power supply cord is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord may be used if care is exercised in its use. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the cord set or extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

• To avoid burns, use extreme caution when removing accessories or disposing of hot grease.

• When not in use, always unplug the unit. Do not store any materials other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories in this appliance.

• Do not place any of the following materials in the Chef Series AirCrisp® Pro Digital Air Fryer: paper, cardboard, plastic and similar products.

• Do not cover any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.

• Oversize foods, metal foil packages and utensils must not be inserted in the oven as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.

• Do not allow the appliance to be covered by or touch flammable materials such as curtains, draperies or walls, when in operation. Do not store any items on top of the appliance when in operation. Do not operate under wall cabinets.

• Do not clean with metal scouring pads.

• Do not attempt to dislodge food when the appliance is plugged into electrical outlet.

• Use recommended temperature settings for all cooking/baking, roasting and air frying.

The main parts of the air fryer are:

• Air Inlet

• Digital Display

• Power Button/Dial

• Air Outlet (Reverse Side)

• Crisper Drawer

• Crisper Basket Handle

• Crisper Basket

• Crisper Basket Release Button

The digital display includes the following indicators and functions:

1. Power Light

2. Time/Temperature Display

3. Heating Indicator Light

4. Fresh Fries

5. Fish

6. Shrimp

7. Frozen Fries

8. Time

9. Function Selection

10. Temperature

11. Pizza

12. Baked Goods

13. Chicken

14. Steak

ICON	TEMPERATURE	TIME
Chicken	400°F	25
Steak	370°F	18
Fresh Fries	400°F	20
Fish	330°F	27
Shrimp	350°F	10
Frozen Fries	400°F	20
Pizza	400°F	15
Baked Goods	350°F	15

• Remove all packaging materials.

• Check that the Air Fryer has no visible damage and that no parts are missing.

• Before using the appliance for the first time or before using it after prolonged storage, wash and dry the appliance and any accompanying accessories. See “Cleaning & Maintenance” for instructions.

• If you preheat the appliance before use, food will cook faster.

1) To preheat, select the desired temperature and set the Timer to 3 minutes. Do not put any food in the Crisper Drawer.

2) Run the Digital Air Fryer for 3 minutes on your desired temperature.

3) After the cycle is complete, fill the Crisper Drawer (remember: the inside may be hot) and continue the cooking process normally.

1. Place the appliance on a stable, flat, heat-resistant surface and plug in the Air Fryer. The Air Fryer will beep once, all of the Preset Function lights will flash and the Time/Temperature Display will show three dashes. The Power Light will show that the Air Fryer has power, but it does NOT indicate that it is turned on.

2. Remove the Crisper Drawer from the Air Fryer. Place food in the Crisper Basket. There is no need to remove the Crisper Basket from the Crisper Drawer. IMPORTANT: There is no need to add any oil, as the appliance works with hot air, although you can toss foods in a small amount of oil for crispier results.

3. Slide the Crisper Drawer back inside the Air Fryer. The Digital Display will illuminate with a default temperature of 370°F and a default time of 15 minutes. Refer to the Temperature & Time Chart to determine the correct settings or use a Preset Function for your desired recipe.

4. For even results, some foods require shaking halfway through the preparation time. To do this, simply remove the Crisper Drawer and the Air Fryer will shut off automatically. Shake contents gently side to side. When you re-insert the drawer, the Air Fryer will resume cooking according to the settings you previously selected. IMPORTANT: Be careful not to press the Crisper Basket Release Button while shaking, as this will release the Crisper Basket.

1. Turn the Air Fryer on by pressing the Power Button/Dial. The default time and temperature will appear on the Digital Display.

2. Press Function Selection on the Digital Display. You will notice functions illuminate one at a time in a ring around the display. Press Function Selection repeatedly until the desired function icon illuminates.

3. Press the Power Button/Dial again to begin air frying.

4. To stop air frying, press the Power Button/Dial. The Air Fryer will run for about 20 seconds, then turn off.

NOTE: When using Preset Functions, always make sure that your food is cooked properly as cook times may vary depending on size, shape and amount of ingredients. You can change the time or temperature during the air frying process by turning the Power Button/Dial.

1. Press the Power Button/Dial. The default time and temperature will appear on the Digital Display.

2. Press Temperature on the Digital Display to set the temperature. Then, turn the Power Button/Dial left or right to adjust the temperature.

3. Press Time on the Digital Display to set the timer. Then, turn the Power Button/Dial left or right to adjust the time.

4. Press the Power Button/Dial again to begin air frying.

5. To stop air frying, press the Power Button/Dial. The Air Fryer will run for about 20 seconds, then turn off.

1. When the Air Fryer is done cooking, it will beep. The Heating Indicator Light will still be illuminated, and the Air Fryer still has power. To run another cycle, return to setting time and temperature.

2. Remove the Crisper Drawer and place it on a heat-resistant surface. Check if the food is done. If the food is not ready, simply slide the Crisper Drawer back into the Air Fryer and use the Timer and Power Button/Dial to set the Air Fryer for a few extra minutes.

3. To remove food, press the Crisper Basket Release Button and lift the Crisper Basket out of the Crisper Drawer. DO NOT turn over the Crisper Drawer, as it may cause oil that has collected at the bottom to be spilled onto the food.

4. Empty the Crisper Basket into a bowl or onto a plate. To remove large or fragile items, lift them out of the Crisper Basket with a pair of tongs. Excess oil from any foods will be collected at the bottom of the Crisper Drawer. Allow the appliance to cool before disposing of any excess oil.

NOTE: The Crisper Drawer and Basket will be hot. Only handle the Crisper Drawer or Basket by the Crisper Basket Handle.

Please keep in mind that these temperatures and times are merely guidelines. Actual cooking times may vary depending on the size, shape, and amount of food. When air frying a new item, always make sure that your food is cooked properly before consumption. According to the USDA, the safe internal temperature for poultry is 165°F and for beef it is 160°F. If your food is not cooked properly using these guidelines or the preset functions, simply add a few minutes to the Air Fryer and cook your food for longer.

INGREDIENT	TEMPERATURE (°F)	TIME (MIN)
Frozen chicken nuggets	370°F	10
Hamburger	360°F	6-10
Meatballs – 1″	400°F	6-10
Chicken breast (boneless, skinless)	360°F	15-20
Bacon – regular	400°F	10
Onion rings	400°F	12-15
Frozen fish sticks	390°F	10
Mozzarella sticks	350°F	10
Spring rolls	390°F	10-15
Potstickers	400°F	7-10
Brussel sprouts (trimmed, halved if large sizes)	375°F	20
Sweet potato fries – frozen	360°F	10-12
Sweet potato fries – fresh	400°F	10
Air fried mixed veggies (red bell pepper, summer squash, zucchini, mushrooms and onion)	375°F	15-20

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, unplug the Air Fryer and let the appliance cool down completely.

• Remove the Crisper Drawer to allow the Air Fryer to cool down quicker.

• Clean the appliance after every use.

• Do not clean the Crisper Basket, Crisper Drawer, or the inside of the appliance with metal kitchen utensils or abrasive cleaning materials, as they may damage the non-stick coating.

• Wipe the outside of the appliance with a moist cloth.

• Alternatively, you can clean the Crisper Basket and Crisper Drawer with hot water, dish soap, and a non-abrasive sponge.

• TIP: If the Crisper Drawer or the Crisper Basket are dirty, remove them from the Air Fryer and fill the Crisper Drawer with hot water and dish soap. Then, put the Crisper Basket in the Crisper Drawer and let them soak for about 10 minutes to release any food that has become stuck.

• Clean the inside of the appliance with hot water and a non-abrasive sponge.

• Clean the heating element with a soft cleaning brush to remove any food residue.

• NOTE: Make sure the appliance has cooled down completely before cleaning the heating element.

• NOTE: Do not clean the heating element with metal brush, this may damage the coating of the heating element.

• Make sure that the appliance is unplugged and all parts are clean and dry before storage.

If the air fryer does not turn on, the appliance may not be plugged in. Plug the mains plug into a grounded wall socket.

There are two possible causes:

1. Too much food has been added to the Crisper Basket. The solution is to use less food and cook in batches if necessary. Your food will also cook more evenly.

2. The temperature was set too low. The solution is to press Temperature and use the Power Button/Dial to set the required temperature.

Certain types of food need to be shaken halfway through the preparation time. Items that lie on top of or across each other (e.g. fries) need to be shaken halfway through the preparation time.

The food was not dry enough or needs more oil. Make sure to properly dry the food or lightly brush some oil onto the snacks for a crispier result.

There may be too much food in the Crisper Basket. Do not overfill the Crisper Drawer.

There are two possible causes:

1. Your food is too greasy. When you fry greasy items in the Air Fryer, a large amount of fat will leak into the Crisper Basket. The fat produces white smoke and the Crisper Basket may heat up more than usual. This does not affect the appliance or the end result.

2. The Crisper Drawer still contains residue from previous use. White smoke is caused by grease heating up in the Crisper Drawer. Make sure you clean the Crisper Drawer properly after each use.

Certain types of food need to be shaken halfway through the preparation time. Items that lie on top of or across each other (e.g. fries) need to be shaken halfway through the preparation time.

The crispiness of the fries depends on the amount of oil and water in the fries. Try these solutions:

1. Make sure you dry the potato sticks properly before you add the oil.

2. Cut the potato sticks smaller for a crispier result.

3. Add slightly more oil for a crispier result.

The Air Fryer will continue to cook for 20 seconds after pressing the Power Button/Dial. This is normal. Wait 20 seconds for the Air Fryer to turn off.