SOMOGYI ELEKTRONIC HG AF 24 Hot Air Fryer Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: SOMOGYI ELEKTRONIC

Table of Contents

DOUBLE-OVEN HOT AIR FRYER
COMMISSIONING
CLEANING, MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
DISPOSAL
References
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SOMOGYI ELEKTRONIC HG AF 24 Hot Air Fryer Instruction Manual

STRUCTURE (Figure 1.)

Product Overawe

2 pull-out drawers
handle
heating wire and fan inside
control panel
vent
hot air outlet
mains cord
drawer with removable grill
removable grille
STRUCTURE (Figure 2.)
on/off switch
temperature control knob
MEAL mode switch and indicator
temperature/time display for cooking zone 1
temperature/time display for cooking zone 2
DUAL mode switch and indicator
timer button
to start/stop the selected mode
drawer 1 selector button and indicator light
mode selection buttons and indicator lights
2-drawer selection button and indicator light

DOUBLE-OVEN HOT AIR FRYER

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND RETAIN IT FOR LATER REFERENCE!

WARNINGS

Before use of the product, please read this instructions manual and keep it for future reference. The original document was prepared in Hungarian language.
This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been given instructions concerning the safe use of the appliance and understand the hazards involved.
This appliance must not be used by children! Keep children away from the appliance and its mains cord. Children must not play with the appliance!
ALWAYS use the appliance under supervision. 5. Make sure that the appliance was not damaged during shipping.
Do not operate the appliance with a program switch, timer, separate remote control systems etc. which may switch on the appliance automatically.
Use it only under dry, indoor conditions. Keep away from humid environments (e.g. bathrooms, swimming pools).
DO NOT use the appliance near a bathtub, washbasin, shower, swimming pool or sauna.
The appliance is designed for use on a kitchen counter. Make sure to have a clean, dry and even and heat-resistant surface.
NEVER place the appliance near a hot gas, ceramic, induction or electric hob.
Take utmost care when working near hot food or hot surfaces to avoid accidents.
NEVER move the device during use. Otherwise, you can damage the product or suffer an accident.
The drawer with the removable grill, and the hot air outlet and its surroundings are hot during use and remain hot for a while afterwards. Don’t touch these!
During operation, you should only touch the pull-out drawer handles and the control panel with your free hand. Use oven gloves if you need to touch the hot drawer.
Regularly check the appliance and its power cord and plug. NEVER use the appliance with a damaged power cord or plug. If the appliance malfunctions or you detect any damage on it, stop using it immediately and contact our customer service.
The appliance prepares the food in its frying basket by circulating hot air. NEVER use the appliance otherwise than for its intended purpose.
You do not need large quantities of cooking oil or other fats to use the appliance.
Do not fry ingredients with high fat content in the appliance. Dripping fat may splash on the heating wire, which can cause fire.
Do not pour any liquids into the drawers, as they are not suitable for heating them (e.g. oil, water, etc.).
Do not use the appliance on board of moving vehicles or boats. Do not use the appliance outdoors.
DO NOT cover the vents and air outlets while using the product. This can result in uneven frying, and malfunction of the appliance even.
DO NOT place the hot drawer and removable grill directly on the kitchen counter or heatsensitive surfaces.
ALWAYS leave enough space above and around the unit to ensure free airflow. Observe the clearances shown on Figure 3.
Do not lean over the appliance, steam may escape from hot air vents and drawers when pulling out drawers!
NEVER use the appliance or any of its accessories with a conventional oven, ceramic, electric or gas hot plat or outdoor grill.
Add food to the edge of the frying basket only. The food must not come into contact with the heating wire; danger of fire.
To avoid any illnesses, ALWAYS use a core thermometer to check if the food is properly fried.
NEVER put food in a closed can in the appliance drawers when using the appliance. This may damage the product or cause injuries.
When using the appliance, NEVER put a plastic bag or film in the drawers of the appliance.
ALWAYS use the supplied or manufacturer approved accessories only with the appliance. The use of unauthorized accessories may result in damage to the product and void your warranty.
Before cleaning, relocating or storing the appliance, disconnect it by unplugging the mains plug, and then let it cool down.
Unplug the power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.
If you notice any irregularities (such as unusual noise from the appliance or burning smell), switch off and unplug the appliance immediately.
Protect from dust, moisture, sunlight and direct heat.
Never touch the appliance or the power cord with wet hands.
Make sure that the power cord and plug are not exposed to water or other liquids.
Do not immerse the appliance in water.
Always fully unroll the supply cable.
Only connect to earthed wall socket with 230 V~ / 50 Hz rated supply voltage.
Do not use an extension cord or splitter to connect the appliance to the mains.
The power cord must not come into contact with hot surfaces.
Keep the appliance in a place, where the power supply plug can be easily reached and unplugged.
Run the power cord so that it cannot be accidentally disconnected, and does not hang down from the table edge.
The heating elements / heated surfaces of the appliance will remain warm for a while after switching off.
Switch off the appliance after each use, then unplug the power cord. Store in a dry, cool place.
Due to continuous development, the technical specifications and design of this product may change without prior notice.
The most recent instructions manual is available for download from the www.somogyi.hu website.
We do not assume any responsibility for printing errors and apologise for any inconvenience caused.
The product is designed for household, not for industrial use.

Caution! Hot surface! During the baking process, hot air will escape from the appliance at the indicated openings!

Caution: Risk of electric shock! Do not attempt to disassemble of modify the unit or its accessories. In case any part is damaged, immediately power off the unit and seek the assistance of a specialist.

In the event that the power cable should become damaged, it should only be replaced by the manufacturer, its service facility or similarly qualified personnel.

COMMISSIONING

Make sure that the appliance is horizontal, heat-resistant, on a flat surface, and it is turned off and disconnected.
Check the integrity of the power cord. Never use with a damaged power cord!
Ensure that there is free space around and above the appliance as shown in Figure 3 to allow adequate ventilation of the appliance.
Pull the drawers out of the appliance. Remove the grilles at the bottom of the drawers.
Wash the drawers and the grill by hand using detergent. Rinse them with clean water and allow them to dry.
Put the grilles back in the bottom of the drawers, then put the drawers back in the appliance.
Plug the unit into a standard grounded wall socket (230V~ / 50Hz). The appliance sounds an acoustic signal, all indicators will light up briefly and then go out.
Switch on the appliance by pressing the on/off button (10).
Press the DUAL button to make both drawers operate in the same mode.
Press the DEFROST button to set the highest temperature of 240°C for both drawers. The default operating time is 10 minutes – do not change these.
Start the selected mode by pressing the START/STOP button (17).
You may smell an unpleasant odour when first heating up, but this is not dangerous and will soon disappear.
When the time is up, switch off the appliance by pressing button (10).
Allow the appliance to cool down.
Now the device is ready for use.

CLEANING, MAINTENANCE

Before cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the power supply by pulling out the plug.
Allow the appliance to cool down completely before cleaning it.
Do not use aggressive abrasives, steel wool or scouring pads to clean the appliance.
Use a clean, slightly damp cloth to clean the outer surface of the appliance. Do not let water leak inside the appliance or spill on electrical components.
Wash the drawers and the removable grill by hand using detergent. Rinse them with clean water and allow them to dry.
Do not clean it in a dishwasher.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem	Possible causes	Solution
The unit does not work at all.	Power supply issue.	Check the mains

connection.
The drawer is not in place| Push the drawer into the appliance until it stops
Food is not cooking properly| Too much food in the drawer| Reduce the amount of food or divide it between the two drawers.
Turn the food over a few times during the baking process
There are several types of food in one drawer.| Cook foods that require different baking (temperature, time) in separate baskets.
The default setting is not appropriate for the dish.| Increase the temperature and cooking time according to your experience.
Chips made from raw potatoes are not crispy.| The potatoes contain too much water.| Cut the potatoes into thinner slices.
Dry the slices with paper towels and turn the slices in a little oil before baking.
You may smell an unpleasant odour when using them| It occurs when the product is first used.| It is a normal phenomenon, not dangerous and the smell disappears quickly.
The appliance is dirty| Follow the steps of CLEANING, MAINTENANCE.
Use too much oil or fat for frying| Reduce the use of oil and other fats to a minimum.

DISPOSAL

Waste equipment must be collected and disposed separately from household waste because it may contain components hazardous to the environment or health. Used or waste equipment may be dropped off free of charge at the point of sale, or at any distributor which sells equipment of identical nature and function. Dispose of product at a facility specializing in the collection of electronic waste. By doing so, you will protect the environment as well as the health of others and yourself. If you have any questions, contact the local waste management organization. We shall undertake the tasks pertinent to the manufacturer as prescribed in the relevant regulations and shall bear any associated costs arising.