Russell Hobbs 26520-56 Air Fryer and Grill Multi Cooker Instruction Manual

26520-56

Read the instructions, keep them safe, and pass them on if you pass the appliance on. Remove all packaging before use.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Follow basic safety precautions, including:
This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been supervised/instructed and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and cable out of reach of children under 8 years. If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or someone similarly qualified, to avoid hazards.
 The surfaces of the appliance will get hot.
 Do not immerse in any liquid.
Don’t connect the appliance via a timer or remote control system.

• * Remove the cooking pot from the unit before washing it separately.

  • Leave a space of at least 50 mm all around the appliance.
  • Use extreme caution when moving the appliance when it contains hot food or hot liquids.
  • Use oven gloves or similar protection when opening the lid. Beware of escaping steam when opening the lid.
  • Do not use this appliance outdoors.
  • Don’t cover the appliance or put anything on top of it.
  • Unplug the appliance when not in use, before moving, and before cleaning.
  • Don’t use accessories or attachments other than those we supply.
  • Don’t use the appliance for any purpose other than those described in these instructions.
  • Don’t operate the appliance if it’s damaged or malfunctions.
  • Don’t place the cooking pot on any surface affected by heat. Always place the pot onto a trivet or heat-proof mat.
  • The base of the cooking pot has a rough surface and can leave scratches or other marks on delicate or polished surfaces.
    Always place protective padding under the cooking pot to protect these types of surface.

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

PARTS

1. 1. Handle

2. Grill plate

3. Cooking pot

4. Control panel

BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
Remove any packaging material and labels. Wash the removable parts in warm soapy water, rinse well, drain, and air dry.

CONTROLS AND LIGHTS

| Air Fry Light Air Fry mode selected| | Keep Warm Light Keep Warm mode selected
---|---|---|---
| Grill Light Grill mode selected| | Slow Cook High Light Slow cooker  high setting mode selected
| Roast Light  Roast mode selected| | Slow Cook Low Light Slow cooker  low setting mode selected
| Sear Light Sear mode selected| | Used to select cooking modes and increase/decrease temperature or time values.
| Bake Light Bake mode selected| I/O| Used to start or stop the appliance.

TEMPERATURE UNITS
To switch back and forth between °F and °C press and hold the O button for 3 seconds.
COOKING FUNCTIONS
Air Fry: Use your multi cooker for healthier air frying with top and bottom heat, and a fan for even browning.
Grill: Use to grill food. The preheat cycle can be used to heat the grill plate to add sear/grill marks.
Roast: Use to cook whole pieces of meat, fish, or vegetables.
Sear: Use your multi cooker to sauté and sear.
Bake: Use your multi cooker for baking.
Slow Cook: Perfect for casseroles, soups, stews, and combinations of meats and vegetables.
Keep Warm: Allows you to keep cooked food warm before serving.
Cooking Temperatures and Times

Mode| Heat| Temperature   (º C)| Time   (minutes)| Preheat
---|---|---|---|---
Top| Bottom| Default| Range| Default| Range
Air Fry| ◆| ◆| 215| 80 – 230| 20| 1 – 59| NO
Grill| ◆| ◆| 230| 80 – 260| 20| 1 – 59| YES
Roast| ◆| ◆| 190| 65 – 260| 30| 1 – 120| NO
Sear| –| ◆| 230| 230 – 260| 10| 1 – 120| NO
Bake| ◆| ◆| 175| 65 – 230| 30| 1 – 120| YES
Slow Cook High| –| ◆| –| –| 240| 1 – 1440| NO
Slow Cook Low| –| ◆| –| –| 480| 1 – 1440| NO
Keep Warm| –| ◆| –| –| 240| –| NO

FEATURES COMMON TO ALL COOKING MODES

Changing the time or temperature during cooking
Once cooking has started you can change the time or temperature as follows:

1. 1. To adjust the time, use the i and j buttons. The display will flash while you are changing it.

2. To change the temperature, press the I button while the unit is cooking. The currently selected temperature will start to flash. Use the i and j buttons to make any desired changes.
   Opening the lid during cooking
   The lid can be opened during cooking to add or to stir ingredients. Cooking and the timer will be paused when the lid is opened and continue once the lid is closed again.
   Auto Sleep Mode
   If no buttons are pressed within 5 minutes, your multi cooker will go into sleep mode to save power. To wake it, press any button.
   Light Ring Display
   The 8 leds which surround the temperature and time display do various things during use but are mainly used to show the following:
   • During cooking, they all light up and go out one by one as cooking progresses.
   • If cooking is canceled for any reason, they will all flash briefly before going out.
   • During the preheating cycle (Grill and Bake modes), the will flash until the set temperature is reached.
   Hints and Tips
   • Once the cooking cycle has finished you can remove the food and transfer to a serving plate. You can also fully remove
   the cooking pot. Take great care and use appropriate protection such as oven gloves.
   • To speed up the cooling down process, leave the lid open after removing your food.
   • If you are batch cooking, empty the oil from the removable cooking pot after every 2 batches. This will help prevent grease from burning and causing smoke.

AIR FRY

• For best results, leave enough space around the ingredients to allow hot air to circulate.
• Place the ingredients into the cooking pot and close the lid.

1. 1. Plug in the appliance. Your multi cooker will beep and the display will go through its start-up sequence. After a few moments, the display will go out with just the Air Fry (a) light flashing.

2. With the Air Fry light flashing, press the I button. The display will show the default temperature.
3. Change the temperature as required using the i and j buttons. Press the I button to confirm the selected temperature.
4. The default cooking time will be displayed. Change the cooking time as required using the i and j buttons. Each press will increase or decrease the time by 1 minute. Press and hold the button to rapidly increase or decrease the time.
5. Press the I button to confirm the selected time.
6. To begin cooking, press the I button. Cooking will start and the display will start to count down.
7. When the timer reaches 00:00, your multi cooker will beep twice and the heater will be turned off. The display will show
   “End”. The fan will continue to run for a short time.
   • To cancel cooking at any time, press the O button.

COOKING TIMES AND FOOD SAFETY

• To be used purely as a guide
• Check food is cooked through before serving. If in doubt, cook it a bit more.
• Cook meat, poultry, and any derivatives (mince, burgers, etc.) till the juices run clear.
• Cook fish till the flesh is opaque throughout.
• When cooking pre-packed foods, follow any guidelines on the package or label.

(optional) and oil
Mixed Mediterranean vegetables| 180| 6-10| All cut to similar sizes, approx. 1-2cm pieces, toss in oil and season
Chicken Breast| 180| 15-20|
Chicken Thighs| 180| 25-30| Cooking time depends on size. Brush with oil, season
Chicken wings| 180| 23-28| Cooking time depends on size. Brush with oil, season
Burgers| 180| 8-12| Cooking time depends on size. Brush with oil, season
Sausages| 180| 8-12|
Pork chop| 180| 22| Brush with oil, season
Salmon fillet| 180| 8-12| Brush with oil, season
White fish fillet| 180| 8-12| Brush with oil, season
Sausage Roll| 200| 13-15| Brush with oil, season
Spring Roll| 200| 8-10|
Muffins| 180| 15-18|
Frozen Food| Temperature ºC| Time (min)| Remarks
Chips| 200| 25|
Potato wedges| 200| 15-20|
French fries| 200| 12-20|
Chicken Nuggets| 200| 6-10|
Fish fillets| 200| 10-12|
Fish Fingers| 180| 6-10|
Onion Rings| 180| 10-15|
Scampi| 180| 15|

NOTE:  High-fat foods (e.g. pork) may create smoke. This is normal as oil residue is cooked at a high temperature. Reducing the temperature may decrease the effect of smoke.

GRILLING

• For best results, leave enough space around the ingredients to allow hot air to circulate.

1. 1. Place the cooking pot in the unit and insert the grill plate.

2. Plug in the appliance. Your multi cooker will beep and the display will go through its start up sequence. After a few moments, the display will go out with just the Air Fry ( ) light flashing.

3. Use the i and j buttons to select Grill ( ).

4. With the Grill light flashing, press the I button. The display will show the default temperature.

5. Change the temperature as required using the i and j buttons. Press the I button to confirm the selected temperature.

6. The default cooking time will be displayed. Change the cooking time as required using the i and j buttons. Each press will increase or decrease the time by 1 minute. Press and hold the button to rapidly increase or decrease the time.

7. Press the I button to confirm the selected time.

8. Press the I button to start the preheat cycle. Your multi cooker will beep and preheating will begin. While preheating, the display will read “PrE” until the unit reaches the selected temperature and then beep. Add food ingredients after the unit is preheated.

9. When the timer reaches 00:00, your multi cooker will beep twice and the heater will be turned off. The display will show
   “End”. The fan will continue to run for a short time.
   • To cancel cooking at any time, press the O button.

COOKING TIMES AND FOOD SAFETY

• * To be used purely as a guide

  • Check food is cooked through before serving. If in doubt, cook it a bit more.
  • Cook meat, poultry, and any derivatives (mince, burgers, etc.) till the juices run clear.
  • Cook fish till the flesh is opaque throughout.
  • When cooking pre-packed foods, follow any guidelines on the package or label.

• Food	Temperature ºC	Time   (minutes)	Remarks
  Burgers	230	8-12	120-160g
  Sausages	230	8-12
  Chicken breast	230	15-20	200-250g
  Salmon	230	5-8	120-140g
  Steak	230	Rare 4	200-250g

  Medium rare 5
  Medium 6
  Well done 7-8
  Bacon| 230| 3-7| Time depends on desired crispness
  Pork chop| 230| 10-14| 220-260g
  Lamb leg steak| 230| 3-6| 150-200g
  Mediterranean vegetables| 230| 6-8| All cut to similar sizes (1-2cm). Toss in oil and season.

ROASTING

• For best results, leave enough space around the ingredients to allow hot air to circulate.
• Place the ingredients into the cooking pot and close the lid.

1. 1. Plug in the appliance. Your multi cooker will beep and the display will go through its start up sequence. After a few moments, the display will go out with just the Air Fry ( ) light flashing.

2. Use the i and j buttons to select Roast ( ).

3. With the Roast light flashing, press the I button. The display will show the default temperature.

4. Change the temperature as required using the buttons. Press the I button to confirm the selected temperature.

5. The default cooking time will be displayed. Change the cooking time as required using the i and j buttons. Each press will increase or decrease the time by 1 minute. Press and hold the button to rapidly increase or decrease the time.

6. Press the I button to confirm the selected time.

7. To begin cooking, press the I button. Cooking will start and the display will start to count down.

8. When the timer reaches 00:00, your multi cooker will beep twice and the heater will be turned off. The display will show
   “End”. The fan will continue to run for a short time.
   • To cancel cooking at any time, press the O button.
   Tips
   • The approximate maximum capacity for roasting is a 1.3–2.0 kg chicken or a 1.3–1.8 kg roast.
   • If you desire the deeper flavour of browned meat use the sear function before roasting to brown the meat.
   • Using a meat thermometer can help significantly improve and give a more accurate end result.

SEARING

• Place the ingredients into the cooking pot and close the lid.
• For best results, leave enough space around the ingredients to allow hot air to circulate.

1. 1. Plug in the appliance. Your multi cooker will beep and display will go through its start up sequence. After a few moments, the display will go out with just the Air Fry ( ) light flashing.

2. Use the i and j buttons to select Sear ( ).

3. With the Sear light flashing, press the I button. The display will show the default temperature.

4. Change the temperature as required using the i and j buttons. Press the I button to confirm the selected temperature.

5. The default cooking time will be displayed. Change the cooking time as required using the i and j buttons. Each press will increase or decrease the time by 1 minute. Press and hold the button to rapidly increase or decrease the time.

6. Press the I button to confirm the selected time.

7. To begin cooking, press the I button. Cooking will start and the display will start to count down.

8. When the timer reaches 00:00, your multi cooker will beep twice and the heater will be turned off. The display will show
   “End”. The fan will continue to run for a short time.
   • To cancel cooking at any time, press the O button.

BAKING

• The ingredients for cakes and similar items should be placed into a suitable cooking container (cake tin, etc.) that will fit into the cooking pot. Once your multi-cooker has finished its preheat cycle, open the lid and carefully place the prepared ingredients into the cooking pot, and close the lid.
• If you don’t want to use the preheat cycle, or your recipe doesn’t call for it, then place the ingredients into the cooking pot at the beginning of the cooking cycle.

1. 1. Plug in the appliance. Your multi cooker will beep and display will go through its start up sequence. After a few moments, the display will go out with just the Air Fry ( ) light flashing.

2. Use the i and j buttons to select Bake ( ).
3. With the Bake light flashing, press the I button. The display will show the default temperature.
4. Change the temperature as required using the i and j buttons. Press the I button to confirm the selected temperature.
5. The default cooking time will be displayed. Change the cooking time as required using the ∆ and ▽ buttons. Each press will increase or decrease the time by 1 minute. Press and hold the button to rapidly increase or decrease the time.
6. Press the I button to confirm the selected time.
7. Press the I button to start the preheat cycle. Your multi cooker will beep and preheating will begin. While preheating, the display will read “PrE” until the unit reaches the selected temperature and then beep.
8. Open the lid and place the ingredients into the cooking pot then close the lid.
9. When the timer reaches 00:00, your multi cooker will beep twice and the heater will be turned off. The display will show
   “End”. The fan will continue to run for a short time.
   • To cancel cooking at any time, press the O button.

SLOW COOKING

THE BENEFITS OF SLOW COOKING

• * Health: The gentle cooking action reduces damage to vitamins and retains more of the nutrients and flavors.

  • Economy: Long, slow cooking can tenderize the cheaper, tougher cuts of meat, and uses about a quarter of the power of the small ring on the average hob.
  • Convenience: Prepare the ingredients the night before, put them in the slow cooker before you leave, and have a delicious meal waiting for you when you get home.

USING THE SLOW COOKING MODE
• Note: The temperature cannot be set or adjusted in the slow cooking function.
• Place the ingredients into the cooking pot and close the lid.

1. 1. Plug in the appliance. Your multi-cooker will beep and display will go through its start-up sequence. After a few moments, the display will go out with just the Air Fry ( ) light flashing.

2. Use the i and j buttons to select either Slow Cook High ( ) or Slow Cook Low (l).
3. With the desired slow cook mode light flashing, press the I button. The display will show the default cooking time.
4. Change the cooking time as required using the i and j buttons. Each press will increase or decrease the time by 1 minute. Press and hold the button to rapidly increase or decrease the time.
5. Press the I button to confirm the selected time.
6. To begin cooking, press the I button. Cooking will start and the display will start to count down.
7. When the timer reaches 00:00, your multi cooker will beep twice and the heater will be turned off. The display will show
   “End”. The fan will continue to run for a short time.
   • To cancel cooking at any time, press the O button.

GENERAL TIPS

• * Keep in mind that ingredients used straight from the fridge can increase the cooking time.

  • Try not to open the lid unnecessarily during cooking. A lot of heat can escape when you do this and it can take your multi cooker a long time to recover.
  • When testing a dish to see if it’s cooked, don’t forget that root vegetables usually take longer to cook.
  • Thaw frozen food completely before adding it to the cooking pot.
  • Pre-browning meat beforehand is not strictly necessary but can help seal in the moisture and add depth to the flavor. Use your multi cooker’s sear function to brown meat.
  • Store ingredients prepared beforehand (e.g. the night before) in containers in the fridge. Don’t put the multicooker or the cooking pot into the fridge.
  •  When cooking with rice, use at least 150ml (¼ pt) of cooking liquid for each 100g (4 oz) of rice.
  • Pasta isn’t suitable for slow cooking, it becomes too soft. If your recipe requires pasta, it should be pre-cooked and then stirred in 30-40 minutes before the end of the cooking time.
  • After all the ingredients are put into the cooking pot, it shouldn’t be more than about three-quarters full. If you overfill, it may spit hot liquid or overflow during use.
  • If the finished dish is too liquid, it can be thickened using a little cornflour, arrowroot, etc. For each 250-300 ml of liquid, mix together 2 tbsp of cornflour with enough water to form a thin paste. Add the paste to the dish approx. 30-45 minutes before the end of cooking. Alternatively, stir in ready-made gravy granules following the manufacturer’s instructions.

COOKING GUIDELINES
Vegetables
Slow cooking is ideal for vegetables. There’s little evaporation, so all the juices and flavours are retained.
Root vegetables like potato, carrot, turnip, and swede, need more slow cooking than meat. Cut them into bite-size pieces and immerse in the cooking liquid. Place the vegetables as close to the bottom of the pot as possible.
Quickly cooked vegetables, like peas and sweet corn, should be added half an hour before the end of cooking.
Pulses (Beans, Peas and Lentils)
Some dried pulses (lentils, peas, etc.) may need soaking before use. Always check any recommendations on the packaging before using.

WARNING  dried beans (e.g. red kidney beans, cannellini, etc.) should be soaked for a minimum of 8 hours and boiled for at least 10 minutes before adding to the slow cooker. They’re poisonous if eaten raw or undercooked. Meat and Poultry

• * Slow cooking tenderizes cheaper cuts, and reduces shrinkage and evaporation, retaining flavor and nutritional value.  

  The leanest cuts of meat are best for slow cooking.

  • Trim excess fat from the meat because this can add to the liquid during cooking in the form of fat.
  • Where possible, use chicken without skin.
  • Cut the meat into evenly sized cubes (approx. 2.5 cm) for casseroles and stews.

Suitable cuts include:
Beef – Brisket, shin, silverside, topside, stewing steak, braising steak, chuck
Pork – Leg, shoulder, belly, cheek, chump
Lamb – Shanks, leg, shoulder, neck

CONVERTING RECIPES FROM A TRADITIONAL OVEN
These times are approximate and can vary depending on the ingredients and quantities. Always check that the food is thoroughly cooked before serving.

KEEP WARM

• IMPORTANT: Do not use the Keep Warm setting to cook. Only use it to keep warm cooked food that is already hot.

1. 1. Start with already cooked and hot ingredients in the cooking pot.

2. Plug in the appliance. Your multi-cooker will beep and display will go through its start-up sequence. After a few moments, the display will go out with just the Air Fry ( ) light flashing.
3. Use buttons to select either Keep Warm ( ).
   • The display will start counting down from 4 hours (04:00) to zero (00:00).
   • After the keep warm setting has been on for 4 hours, the unit will stop heating.
   •  Note:  Do not keep foods on the keep warm setting for more than 4 hours.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

1. 1. Unplug the appliance and let it cool down before cleaning or storing away.

2. Clean the exterior surfaces with a slightly damp cloth and then dry them thoroughly.
3. The cooking pot and grill plate can be cleaned in the dishwasher, or hand-washed in warm soapy water.
4. Allow to dry thoroughly before storing or using again.
   • Don’t use harsh or abrasive cleaners, solvents, scourers, wire wool, or soap pads.

RECYCLING
To avoid environmental and health problems due to hazardous substances, appliances and rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries marked with one of these symbols must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. Always dispose of electrical and electronic products and, where applicable, rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries, at an appropriate official recycling/collection point.

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