Ardes ARFRYA01 6.5L Air Fryer Instruction Manual

: June 15, 2024
: Ardes

Table of Contents

Ardes ARFRYA01 6.5L Air Fryer
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
WARNINGS
Technical Information
Instructions for Use
PROGRAMMES LIST
SETTINGS
MAINTENANCE
GUARANTEE
DISPOSAL
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Documents / Resources
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Ardes ARFRYA01 6.5L Air Fryer

Product Information

Specifications

Model: ARFRYA01
Product: Fryer

Product Usage Instructions

Warnings
Attention: carefully read the warnings contained in the following booklet as they provide important indications regarding installation, use, and maintenance safety. Important instructions to be kept for further reference.

Before using the appliance for the first time, clean it as indicated in the MAINTENANCE paragraph.
Do not position the appliance against a wall or another appliance. Leave at least 10cm of free space behind, at the sides, and above the appliance. Keep the ventilation openings unobstructed.
To prevent accidental contact with hot parts by children, use the appliance on support surfaces at least 85cm high from the ground.
In case the plug and socket are not compatible, have the socket replaced with a suitable type by qualified personnel.

WARNINGS

Attention : read this booklet carefully it contains important instructions for a safe installation, use and maintenance.
- Important instructions to be kept for future reference. This unit can be used by children aged 8 and above and individuals with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacity, or lack of experience or knowledge, if they are provided with adequate supervision or have received instructions regarding the use of safety equipment and that they understand the risks related.
- Children must not play with the unit. Cleaning and maintenance should not be carried out by children younger than 8 years of age. Children must be supervised. Keep the equipment and its cable out of reach of children younger than 8 years of age. The appliance must never be operated by means of an external timer or with a separate remote control system. If the power cable gets damaged, it has to be replaced only in a service centre approved by the manufacturer, in order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING: The surfaces are subject to heating up during use.
- Before using the appliance for the first time, clean it as indicated in the “MAINTENANCE” paragraph. Do not position the appliance against a wall or against another appliance. Leave at least 10cm of free space behind, to the sides and over the appliance. Keep the vents free of obstruction. After removing the packaging, check the appliance for any signs of damage. In case of visible damage, do not Do not leave parts of the packaging within the reach of children. This appliance is not a children’s toy: it is an electrical device and must be treated with the necessary caution. Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the power supply voltage matches the indication on the data plate.
- Electrical safety of this appliance is assured only if it has been connected to an effective earthing system. If the plug and socket are not compatible, the socket has to be replaced with a suitable type by skilled persons. Do not use adapters or extension cables which do not meet current safety standards or that exceed the current carrying capacity limits. Unplug the appliance from the mains when not in use. Do not tug on the power cable or on the appliance itself to remove the plug from the socket.

The use of any electrical appliance requires that a number of basic rules are observed, namely:

Never touch the appliance with wet or humid hands.
Children must be supervised to make sure that they do not play with the appliance.
Do not use the appliance when barefoot.
Do not leave the appliance exposed to weathering (rain, sunlight).
Do not subject it to rough handling.

In case of failure, disconnect it at once. Do not attempt to repair it, but take it to a service centre approved by the manufacturer. If you decide you do not want to use this appliance any longer, disable it by cutting the power cable – of course, after disconnecting it from the socket. If the power cable gets damaged, it has to be replaced only at a service centre approved by the manufacturer. In case of a breakdown or malfunctioning of the appliance, disconnect it at once. Do not attempt to repair it, but take it to a service centre approved by the manufacturer. The appliance has been designed and manufactured to operate as an electric cooker in the home. Any other use is considered inappropriate and dangerous. Do not use the appliance out of doors. For safety reasons, the appliance should never be opened. During use , rest the appliance on a flat surface

Technical Information

Technical data: see label on the appliance.

1 – CONTAINER	A – CHIPS
2 – BASKET	B – FISH
3 – BASKET RELEASE BUTTON	C – CHICKEN
4 – BASKET HANDLE	D – RED MEAT
5 – ON-OFF BUTTON	E – SEAFOOD
6 – BUTTON COOKING SETTING	F- PIZZA
7 – BUTTONS + AND –	G – PIE, MUFFIN
8 – TIMER BUTTON	H – VEGETABLES
9 – TEMPERATURE BUTTON
10 – VENTS

Technical data indicated on the appliance.

Instructions for Use

Usage of the appliance:

Remove the container (1) from the fryer and place the ingredients in the basket (2). Refer to the settings paragraph for information on ingredient preparation.
Avoid food coming into contact with the heating element. Do not overfill the basket and pay particular attention to foods that may expand. Never use the container without the basket.
Caution: do not pour oil or other liquids into the container or basket; the use of oil is only allowed as indicated in the settings paragraph.
Insert the container into the appliance.
Plug in the power cord.

Food contact
Only the basket (2) is intended to come in contact with food.

Type of foods: all type of foods
Maximum temperature: 200°C
Maximum time: 1,5 hours

This accessory can be used only with this appliance.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIRST USE
area to eliminate any odours and fumes due to possible residual traces from production on the internal parts of the device.

Using the device

Remove the container (1) from the fryer and insert the ingredients in the basket (2). See the “settings” paragraph for information on preparation of ingredients.

Avoid food coming in contact with the heating element do not overfill the basket and pay particular attention to food that can leaven. Never use the container without the basket.
Attention: never pour oil or other liquids in the container or in the basket; use of oil is only permitted as indicated in the “settings” paragraph.

Insert the container in the appliance.
Insert the plug in the power socket.
Press the ON-OFF (5) button

Manual operation:

Press the ON-OFF button (5) located below the display.
Press the button ; set the temperature by pressing the buttons
– Press the button ; set the cooking time by pressing the buttons
Press the button ; set the temperature by pressing the buttons
Press the button ; set the cooking time by pressing the buttons
Press the button to start cooking.

PRESET PROGRAMMES

Press the button and set one of the preset programmes (A-H);
Press the button to start cooking.

PROGRAMMES LIST

Program	Temperature (°C)	Time (minutes)
Manual (DIY)	60-200	1-90
French Fries	180	15
Fish	160-200	10-25
Chicken	180	18
Red Meat	160-200	10-20
Seafood	160-200	10-25
Pizza	200	20
Cakes	160-200	10-25
Vegetables	160-200	8
Program	Temperature (°C)	Time (min)
---	---	---
Preset	Range	Preset
Manual (DIY)	–	60-200
Chips	180	160-200
Fish	180	160-200
Chicken	200	160-200
Red meat	200	160-200
Seafood	190	160-200
Pizza	160	160-200
150	140-180	35
Vegetables	150	140-180

The “settings” paragraph outlines some useful information to cook various food. If the appliance is not hot already, set approx. 3 minutes more or pre- heat the appliance for 3 minutes before inserting the ingredients.

While cooking
The display shows the temperature set and the remaining cooking time.
Press the button to change the temperature by pressing the buttons
Press the button to change the cooking time by pressing the buttons

Some food must be stirred half way through cooking (see the “settings” paragraph). In this case, remove the container from the appliance paying attention you only touch the handle and do not separate the basket from the container (do NOT press the release button Figure A);

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the appliance switches off in an instant if the container is removed; shake the container and place back in the appliance; the fryer re-activates as soon as the container is put back in and the cooking cycle starts again from the instant it stopped.

Press the button to stop cooking. Ventilation remains active for a few seconds.
Once the time is up, the timer emits an acoustic signal and the appliance switches off (ventilation remains active for a few seconds); remove the container and check cooking is complete; on the contrary, place the container back in and set more minutes.
Once the cooking is complete, remove the container and place it on a heat-resistant surface.
Separate the basket from the container by pressing the specific release button; pay attention not to touch the saucepan, the basket and the inner appliance.

To re-attach the basket, place it in the specific compartment until you hear a “click”.

Pour the content of the basket in the container you want (plate, etc.). The fryer can be re-used immediately without waiting for it to cool.

During cooking:

The set temperature and remaining cooking time are displayed.
Press the button to increase the temperature.
Press the button to decrease the temperature.
Press the button to pause the cooking. The appliance remains active for a few seconds after pressing the button ; shake the container and reinsert it into the appliance to resume cooking from where it was interrupted.
Press the button to stop cooking.

SETTINGS

The following table outlines the indicative information to cook various food.
The values indicated can vary based on the dimensions of the ingredients, the quantity and the type. Avoid cooking particularly fatty foods (e.g. sausages).

Food	Min-Max quantity (g)	Time	Temp. (°C)	note

CHIPS
frozen thin cut chips| 200-750| 12-25| 200| shake
frozen chunky chips| 200-750| 12-25| 200| shake
homemade chips | 200-650| 18-25| 180| shake
homemade wedges | 200-650| 18-22| 180| shake
homemade diced potatoes *| 200-650| 12-25| 180| shake

Peal and slice the potatoes
Carefully wash and dry
Pour a half tablespoon of oil in the bowl, add the potatoes and mix them to season them.
Remove the potatoes so the excess oil stays in the bowl. Put the potatoes in the basket. NOTE: for crispier potatoes, cut smaller pieces or use a little more oil

roast potatoes| 400| 15-22| 180| shake
gratin potatoes| 650| 18-22| 180| shake
MEAT AND POULTRY
steak| 100-500| 8-16| 180|
pork chop| 100-500| 10-15| 180|
hamburger| 100-500| 7-18| 180|
sausage| 100-500| 13-15| 180|
chicken breast| 100-500| 10-22| 180|
spring roll| 100-500| 8-12| 200| pre-heat the appliance and shake during cooking
frozen chicken nuggets| 100-500| 6-15| 200| pre-heat the appliance and shake during cooking
| 100-500| 6-15| 200| pre-heat the appliance
Frozen bread| 100-500| 8-15| 180| pre-heat the appliance
stuffed vegetables| 100-500| 15| 180|
SNACKS
cake| 400| 20-25| 160|
savoury pie| 500| 20-22| 180|
| 400| 15-18| 200|
desserts| 500| 20| 160|

MAINTENANCE

Disconnect the plug from the socket and let the appliance cool down well before cleaning it. In order to clean the appliance, use a soft or slight damp cloth. Never use abrasives or chemical solvents. Do not use very wet substances, liquids or cloths to prevent water from entering into the appliance and irreparably damaging it. Never use abrasive sponges to clean the inside of the appliance. To clean the heating resistor, use a brush or a dry cloth to remove any food residue. To clean the basket and the container, use hot water, washing up liquid for washing dishes by hand and a non-abrasive sponge; DO NOT WASH IN THE DISHWASHER. Do not clean the container, the basket and inside the appliance with metal tools or abrasive materials to avoid damaging the non-stick coating. NEVER IMMERSE THE APPLIANCE INTO THE WATER.

Problem	Cause	Solution
The appliance does not work	Timer off	Set timer
The chips are not cooked	Too much food in the basket	Reduce the quantity of

food in the basket
The temperature set is too low| Increase the cooking temperature
Food is not evenly cooked| During cooking, the food was not mixed| Cook for another few minutes, keeping the food mixed and see the settings table
The fried food is not crispy| Food was used which is suitable for a traditional oil fryer.| Use food suitable for oven cooking or consult the settings table
White smoke is coming from the appliance| Fatty ingredients| As indicated in the settings section, avoid cooking excessively fatty food
The container contains fatty residue from previous used| Clean the container and/or basket well after each use

GUARANTEE

Terms and Conditions
The guarantee Is valid for 24 months.
This guarantee applies only if it has been duly filled in and is submitted with the receipt showing the date of purchase. The guarantee covers the replacement or repair of parts making up the appliance which were faulty at source After the guarantee has expired, the appliance will be repaired against payment. The manufacturer declines any responsibility for damage to persons, animals or property due to misuse of the appliance and failure to observe the directions contained in the instructions.

Limits
All rights under this guarantee and any responsibility on our part will be voided if the appliance has been:

mishandled by unauthorized persons
improperly used, stored or transported.

The guarantee does not cover damage to the outward appearance or any other that does not prevent regular operation. If any faults should be found despite the care taken in selecting the materials and in creating the product, or if any information or advice are required, please contact your local dealer.

DISPOSAL

USER INFORMATION
“Implementation of Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)”, pertaining to reduced use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, as well as to waste disposal”.

The symbol of the crossed-out wheelie bin on the equipment or on its packaging indicates that the product must be disposed of separately from other waste at the end of its service life.

The user must therefore take the dismissed equipment to suitable separate collection centres for electrical and electronic waste. For more details, please contact the appropriate local authority. Suitable segregated collection of the equipment for subsequent recycling, treatment or environmentally- friendly disposal helps prevent damage to the environment and to human health, and encourages the re-use and/or recycling of the materials that make up the equipment. with the laws in force.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use oil in the fryer?
A: Yes, you can use oil as indicated in the settings paragraph. However, do not pour oil or other liquids directly into the container or basket.
Q: Can I use the fryer without the basket?
A: No, never use the container without the basket.
Q: How do I clean the appliance?
A: Refer to the MAINTENANCE paragraph for instructions on cleaning the appliance.