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HM-AF-B250B
Air Fryer
User Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read this manual carefully before use and keep it for future reference. The manufacturer declines any liability for damage caused by improper use or failure to follow the instructions in this manual.  Improper use or non- compliance with the instructions will void the warranty.

1. This appliance is intended for use by children 8 years of age and older and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, provided they are under  supervision or have been given instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe manner and understand the potential hazards.

2.  Children must not play with the device.

3. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be performed by unsupervised children, and never by children under 8 years of age.

4. Children under 8 should keep clear of the appliance and its power supply.

5. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a dangerous situation.
   WARNING: Hot surface. The temperature of accessible surfaces may be higher when the appliance is in operation.

6. The appliance is not designed for operation using an external timer or remote control.

7. Clean the parts of the appliance that come into contact with food according to the instructions in this manual.

8. This appliance is designed for home cooking. Use it only for its intended purpose. Do not use it for commercial purposes, in an industrial or laboratory environment, or outdoors.

9. Before connecting the plug of the power supply to the mains socket, make sure that the voltage indicated on the type plate is the same as the voltage in your socket.

10. Connect the plug of the power cable only to a properly grounded mains socket.

11. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or controls. Always wear protective kitchen gloves when handling hot accessories.

12. Use only the accessories supplied with the appliance or recommended by the manufacturer.

13. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the appliance, its power cord or plug in water or any other liquid.

14. Route the power cord so that it does not touch a hot surface. Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or work surface.

15. Place the appliance on a firm, flat and dry surface at a sufficient distance from the mains socket. Ensure sufficient free space around the appliance to ensure proper air circulation.

16. Do not place the appliance against a wall or another appliance.

17. Do not place the appliance on/near an electric or gas stove, oven or other heat sources.

18. Do not install the appliance under upper kitchen cabinets, near flammable materials or objects sensitive to heat.

19. This appliance is designed to be free-standing. It must not be installed or used as a built-in or placed in a cabinet.

20. Always have the appliance properly and correctly assembled before use. Never use the appliance without the frying basket or container.

21. Before switching on the appliance, make sure that there are no foreign objects in it.

22. Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is running.

23. Never handle the appliance when it is switched on and plugged into the mains socket.

24. Be careful when carrying the appliance with hot oil or hot water.

25. Cook food in glass or metal containers that are intended for use in this type of appliance.
    It is forbidden to cook food in containers made of paper, cardboard, plastic, etc.

26. Do not overfill the frying basket.

27. When removing the container, be careful not to get scalded by the escaping steam, hot air or hot oil. Keep face and hands away from escaping steam and hot air.

28. Do not place any objects on top of the appliance, even when not in use. The top of the appliance is not intended for storage.

29. Be very careful when taking the container out of the fryer. The container, frying basket and food are very hot. Fat and juices drip into the container and may be very hot.
    Depending on the cooking time, very hot steam may escape when the container is taken out of the body of the fryer. There is a risk of serious burns.

30. Do not touch the heater while the fryer is running. There is a risk of serious burns.

31. Hot steam may escape from the vents during hot air frying. Keep your hands and face away from the vents. There is a risk of scalding from hot steam.

32. Do not cover any accessories or food with aluminium foil or similar material. There is a risk of the appliance overheating.

33. Do not put in large pieces of food, food in aluminium foil or other metal packaging.
    There is a risk of fire or electric shock.

34. The appliance is equipped with a safety fuse that automatically interrupts operation of the appliance when you take the container out.

35. Do not cover the ventilation holes. There is a risk of the appliance overheating.

36. You can switch the appliance off by pressing the on/off button. You can switch the appliance off even when it is running.

37. Switch off and unplug the appliance when not in use, if it stays unattended, before cleaning, moving or storing. Always allow the appliance to cool completely before cleaning, moving or storing it.

38. Do not use metal scouring pads for cleaning, as pieces of metal can cause a short circuit and electric shock.

39. Do not use the appliance if it is damaged, fell, does not work properly or the power cable or plug is damaged. Do not use the appliance with damaged accessories. Entrust the repair to an authorized service center only. The appliance does not contain parts that can be repaired by the user. All repairs, adjustments or other than normal maintenance may only be carried out by a qualified authorized  service person.
    0. If you notice smoke coming out of the appliance, immediately switch the appliance off and unplug it. Wait for the smoke to stop coming out before you take the container out of the appliance.

40. You can store the supplied accessories in the appliance. Do not store other objects in the appliance.

41.  Store the appliance in a well-ventilated place, out of the reach of children and pets.
    Make sure the appliance is unplugged before storing.

OVERVIEW

USE

Before first use Remove the appliance and its accessories from the packaging. Before disposing of the packaging, be sure to remove all components. Check the appliance and accessories for damage.
Wipe the outer surface of the appliance with a soft and dry sponge.
ash the accessories in warm water with a little washing-up liquid. Rinse and wipe dry.
Location
Place the hot air fryer on a firm, level and heat-resistant surface at a sufficient distance from the mains socket. Make sure that there is sufficient free space around it for proper  circulation and removal of  excess heat (at least 15 cm). Check that it is placed at a safe distance from flammable materials or objects.
Switching on for the first time
Before first use, we recommend to switch the empty fryer on for around 20 minutes in order to remove any grease left over after manufacture and to remove unpleasant smell of a new appliance.
During this time, you may notice faint smoke and mild unpleasant smell. It is a normal occurrence which does not affect correct operation of the appliance. Ventilate the room properly afterwards.
Warning: When carrying the fryer, make sure to hold it safely from the bottom. Never carry the appliance by the handle.
Using the fryer

1. Place the hot air fryer on a firm, level and heat-resistant surface at a sufficient distance from he mains socket.
   2. Hold the container by the handle and take it, together with the frying basket, out of the bodyof the fryer.
   . Put the food you want to cook in the frying basket.
   Warning: Do not overfill the frying basket. Always use the amount of food recommended for the respective type of cooking.

Cooking time and manual cooking temperature table

Food| Weight| Cooking time| Temperature| Turning the food over| Note
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Thin French fries (frozen)| 300-700 g| 14-27 min| 200 °C| Yes| Drizzle ,/2 spoon of oil on the food.
Thick French fries (frozen)| 300-700 g| 16-30 min| 200 °C| Yes| Drizzle ,/2 spoon of oil on the food.
Homemade French fries (fresh)| 300-800 g| 18-32 min| 200 °C| Yes| Drizzle 1 spoon of oil on the food.
Homemade potato
wedges
(fresh)| 300-800 g| 14-28 min| 180 °C| Yes| Drizzle 1 spoon of oil on the food.
Homemade potato cubes| 200-600 g| 12-22 min| 180 °C| Yes| Drizzle 1 spoon of oil on the food.
Potato thsti| 100-250 g| 10-20 min| 180 °C| No|
Scalloped potatoes| 200-500 g| 12-22 min| 200 °C| |
Steak| 100-500 q| 8-12 min| 180 °C| Yes|
Pork slices| 100-500 q| 10-14 min| 180 °C| Yes|
Burger| 100-500 q| 7-14 min| 180 °C| Yes|
Chicken drumsticks| 100-500 g| 18-22 min| 180 °C| Yes|
Chicken breast| 100-500 g| 10-15 min| 180 °C| Yes|
Spring rolls| 100-400 g| 8-10 min| 200 °C| Yes| Drizzle ,/2 spoon of oil on the food.
Frozen
chicken nuggets| 100-500 g| 6-10 min| 200 °C| Yes| Drizzle ,/2 spoon of oil on the food.
Frozen fish fingers| 100-400 g| 6-10 min| 200 °C| Yes|
Wiener rolls| 100-500 q| 13-15 min| 200 °C| No|
Breaded cheese| 100-400 g| 8-10 min| 180 °C| Yes|
Food| Weight| Cooking time| Temperature| Turning the food over| Note
---|---|---|---|---|---
Stuffed vegetables| 100-400 g| 8-12 min| 180 °C| No|
Cake/pie| 300 g| 20-25 min| 160 °C| No| Use a cake tin.
Salty pie (quiche)| 400 g| 20-22 min| 180 °C| No| Use a cake tin.
Muffin| 300 g| 15-18 min| 200 °C| No| Use a muffin tin.
Pastry| 400 g| 10-20 min| 160 °C| No| Use a cake tin.

Note: The above cooking times and temperatures are indicative and may differ based on the country of origin, size, shape or brand of food. Always adapt the cooking time and temperature to the current state  of the food.
Fryer mat
The fryer mat is suitable for cooking two portions. Place one portion into the frying basket, place the fryer mat, place the other portion on the mat.
Warning: Do not overfill the frying basket even if you use the fryer mat. The fryer mat does not increase the capacity of the frying basket.
Tips and advice
The hot air fryer can be used to cook the same dishes as a traditional oven.
Stir any smaller pieces halfway through cooking for optimal results of cooking. This ensures that the food is cooked evenly.
You have to adjust the cooking time to the amount of food. The higher the amount of food, the longer cooking time is required. And the other way round.
Some food may stick to the frying basket during cooking. Therefore we recommend spraying the frying basket with high smoke point cooking oil and then putting the food inside.
Do not use the fryer to cook food with a high fat content (e.g. sausages) as this may cause fire.
You can get crispy French fries by sprinkling a little vegetable oil over them.
When cooking French fries, the recommended amount is 500 g.
Dough purchased at the store requires less cooking time than homemade dough.
Use cooking tins when cooking pies, cakes, salty pies (quiches) or crisp food.
You can use the hot air fridge to heat food, as well. Set the temperature to 150 °C and the cooking time to 10 minutes.
Warning: Do not pour oil or other liquids into the container. There is a risk of ignition.
Homemade French fries

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into French fries of the same size.
2. Rinse the French fries properly and dry them with a paper towel.
3. Pour ½ cooking oil into a large bowl and add the French fries. Carefully dip the French fries in the oil.
4. Empty the French fries into a colander and let them drain.
5. Place them into the frying basket and fry them.

Note: It is important to properly dry the French fries before dipping them in the oil and let them drain before frying. Only in this way you can achieve the crispy effect.
Automatic switch-off
The appliance is equipped with a timer. When the timer reaches 0, there is a sound alert and the appliance switches off automatically. If you need to switch the appliance off manually, rotate the timer  controller to 0. If you take out the container during cooking, the appliance switches off as well, however switching on again once the container is placed in the appliance again.
Overheat protection
The appliance is equipped with overheat protection. If the internal temperature control system is defective, the overheat protection activates automatically and it will not be possible to use the appliance.  Disconnect the power cable from the outlet and let it cool down. Contact an authorized service center.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Always switch off the appliance, disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket and allow it to cool down completely before cleaning or any maintenance. Clean the hot air fryer after each use.
Warning: Never immerse the appliance, power cord or plug in water or other liquids.
Do not use plastic or metal scrapers, harsh cleaners, chemicals, petrol, solvents or other similar substances to clean any parts of the appliance. The surface finish could be seriously damaged.
Container, frying basket and fryer mat
Wash the container, frying pot and fryer mat in warm water with a little washing-up liquid.
Rinse and wipe dry.
If any food sticks to the frying basket, pour a warm water with a washing-up liquid into the container and place the frying basket inside. Let it work for about 10 minutes and then clean.
Fryer interior space
Wipe the interior with a soft, slightly damp sponge. Dry it with a paper towel. Use a soft brush to remove dirt from the heater.
Fryer outer surface
Wipe the outer surface of the fryer with a soft, slightly damp sponge. Wipe dry.
Make sure the water does not enter the fryer through the vents.
Warning: No part of the hot air fryer is dishwasher safe.

Storage
Before storing, make sure that the appliance and its accessories are cool and clean.
Store the appliance and its accessories in a dry and well-ventilated place out of the reach of children or pets.
Do not place any objects on the appliance.

TROUBLESHOOTING

properly plugged into the socket.
The cooking time is not set.| Set the required cooking time or choose an automatic cooking program.
The container is not placed correctly in the fryer.| Place the container correctly in the fryer.
The overheat protection activated.| Disconnect the power cable from the outlet and let it cool down. Contact an authorized service center.
Food is not cooked enough.| There is too much food in the frying basket.| Cook the food in smaller portions.
The set temperature is too low.| Adjust the temperature.
The cooking time is too short.| Increase the cooking time.
Pre-fried food is not crispy.| Pre-fried food is suitable for cooking in a traditional fryer.| Use pre-fried food intended for cooking in a traditional oven and sprinkle a little cooking oil over it.
The container cannot be placed in the fryer.| There is too much food in the frying basket.| Remove some of the food. Do not overfill the frying basket.
The frying basket is not placed correctly in the container.| Place the frying basket correctly in the container.
Problem| Cause| Solution
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White smoke comes out of the fryer.| During cooking, food with a high fat content release a large amount of fat which overheats and bums,
causing the white smoke.| We do not recommend
using the fryer to cook food with a high fat content.
There are residues of fat from previous cooking in the container.| Clean both the container and the frying basket properly after each use.
French fries are not fried evenly.| You have used the wrong potato type.| Use strong Type A or Type B potatoes.
You did not rinse the French fries enough, so the excess starch was not removed.| Properly rinse fresh French fries before frying.
French fries are not crispy enough.| Crispiness of the French fries depends on the amount of oil used to sprinkle and their content of water.| Properly dry the French fries before sprinkling the oil
over them. Cut the potatoes into thin French fries. Add a small amount of oil for the French fries to be properly crispy.

If the problem is not listed in the table above or if the problem persists, switch off the appliance, disconnect the plug from the electrical outlet and contact an authorized service center.

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