cecotec 5500 5-L Air Fryer with Stainless Steel Finish Instruction Manual

**cecotec 5500 5-L Air Fryer with Stainless Steel Finish Instruction Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before using the appliance, read the following instructions carefully. Keep this instruction manual for future reference or new users.

• When using electrical appliances, basic precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury.

• Make sure the voltage of your mains supply matches the voltage requirements specified in the rating label of the appliance.

• We recommend that the room where you intend to use the appliance is equipped with a working extractor fan or it is well ventilated.

• Use the device only for the purposes described in this instruction manual, any other use is not recommended by the manufacturer and could have a detrimental effect on the lifespan of the appliance and/or the safety of the user.

• Unplug the appliance from the mains supply before moving it, carrying out any cleaning or maintenance task, or when not in use.

• Do not operate it outdoors.

• Check the power cord regularly for visible damage. If the cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the official Technical Support Service of Cecotec in order to avoid any type of danger.

• Do not twist, bend, pull or damage the power cord. Protect it from sharp edges and heat sources. Do not allow it to touch hot surfaces. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the working surface or worktop.

• Do not use extension cords, unless advised by a qualified electrician. Using the wrong type of extension cord could cause damage or injuries to the user.

• Do not use the appliance if its cord, plug or housing are damaged, nor after it malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any way.

• The appliance should not be used in potentially dangerous locations, such as flammable, explosive, chemical-laden, or wet atmospheres.

• Place the appliance on an even, heat-resistant surface. Be careful when placing the basket out of the air fryer and place the handle inwards, so as to avoid spillage of what is inside.
  Do not place the device near heat sources, places with high humidity levels, or combustible materials.

• This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.

• Do not insert or allow fingers or foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust openings, as it could cause an electrical shock or fire.

• Do not fill the tray with oil as this may cause a fire hazard.

• Do not touch the interior of the appliance while it is operating.

•   This symbol means: warning, hot surface. The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. Be careful not to burn yourself.

• Do not immerse the cord, plug, or any non-removable part of the product in water or any other liquid. Do not expose the electrical connections to water.

• Always place the ingredients to be cooked inside the basket, to prevent them from coming into contact with the heating elements.

• Make sure your hands are dry before handling the plug or switching on the appliance.

• Unplug the device from the outlet when it is not in use or when it is being cleaned. Allow it to cool down completely before attaching or removing parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

• Do not leave the device plugged to the mains if it is not supervised.

• Do not touch the surface of the device while it is operating, as it will become hot when in use.

• Cleaning and maintenance must be carried out according to this instruction manual to make sure the device operates properly.

• Do not place the device against the wall. Leave a safety distance of 10 cm on the back of the appliance and 10 cm on each side. Do not place any object on top of the appliance when in use.

• During operation, hot steam is released through the air outlet openings. Keep your hands and face at a safety distance from the steam and from the air outlet openings. Hot air may come out when removing the basket from inside the device.

• Immediately unplug the device if the device releases black smoke. Wait until the smoke disappears to remove the basket from the device.

• We recommend the use of gloves when touching the basket or the rack.

• Do not use the appliance for any use other than the specified in the manual.

• This product is exclusively designed for household use.

• Do not try to repair the device by yourself.

• The appliance is not intended to be used by children under the age of 8. It can be used by children over the age of 8, as long as they are given continuous supervision. This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, as long as they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Keep this appliance and its power cord out of reach of children under the age of 8.

• Cleaning and maintenance tasks should not be carried out by children. – Supervise children, as they shall not play with the appliance.

PARTS AND COMPONENTS

Fig. 1.

1. Air inlet

2. Control panel

3. Basket

4. Handle

5. Rack

6. Silicone tab

7. Air outlet

8. Silicone brush

9. Silicone spatula

10. Silicone mat

11. Silicone mould
    Control panel
    Fig. 2.
    

12. On/off icon

13. Temperature increase icon

14. Temperature decrease icon

15. Time decrease icon

16. Time increase icon

17. Pre-set functions icons:
    a. Pizza
    b. Chips
    c. Meat
    d. Shrimps
    e. Fish
    f. Chicken drumsticks
    g. Vegetables
    h. Dessert

18. Time and temperature indicator

BEFORE USE

• This air fryer has a packaging designed to protect it during transport. Unpack the appliance and keep the original packaging box and other packaging materials in a safe place. It will help you prevent any damage if the product needs to be transported in the future. In case the original packaging is disposed of, make sure all packaging materials are recycled accordingly.
• Make sure all parts and components are included and in good conditions. If there is any piece missing or not in good condition, immediately contact the Technical Support Service of Cecotec.

Box contents:

• Air fryer
• Basket
• Silicone brush
• Silicone spatula
• Silicone mat
• Silicone mould
• Instruction manual
• Clean the basket and rack thoroughly with hot water, washing-up liquid and a non-abrasive sponge.
• Clean both the interior and the exterior of the device with a damp cloth.
• Make sure all parts of the air fryer are completely dry and place the rack in the basket properly.
• Place the air fryer on a stable, flat surface.
• Clean all the accessories before using them for the first time or if you have not used them for a long period of time with water and non-abrasive detergent.

Warning

• Do not wet the heating element inside the fryer.
• Do not fill the air fryer with oil or any other liquid.
• Do not place the device on any surface that it is not heat-resistant.

Note
You may notice a slight burning smell or smoke when using the fryer for the first time, caused by the excess of lubricants from the manufacturing process. This will not affect the fryer safety.

OPERATION

1. Place the air fryer on a stable, flat surface.
2. Connect it to a mains socket.
3. Use the handle (4) to remove the basket (3), do it carefully. Make sure the rack (5) is correctly placed in the basket (3).
4. Put the ingredients inside the basket (3).
5. Place the basket back (3). The fryer has a safety system that will not allow you to use it if the basket is not in place (3).
6. Press the On/off icon (8), then select the desired pre-set function (13) or set the desired time (1-60 minutes) and the temperature (80-200ºC) and press the On/off icon (8). The fryer will start operating.
7. If at any point during cooking, you wish to pause the process, press the On/off icon. If you wish to end the cooking process, hold down this icon (8) for 3 minutes. If you do not press any icon for the next minute after pausing, the fryer will enter standby mode and will beep 3 times.
8. When you hear an alarm, it means that the preparation time has come to an end. Use the handle (4) to remove the basket (3). Depending on the type of ingredients, steam may be released, so be careful when removing the basket (3).
9. Check if the ingredients are cooked as desired. If not, put the basket (3) back inside the device and set the timer for a few more minutes.
10. To remove the ingredients, place the basket (3) on a heat-resistant surface.
11. Place the basket ingredients on a proper container. Use tongs to remove ingredients, as this will prevent residual cooking oil from dripping onto the container. Be careful not to burn yourself. Do not place the basket (3) upside down to remove the food.
12. You can continue using the fryer if desired or you can finish the cooking process, to do so, hold down the On/off icon (8) for 3 seconds.

Control panel

On/off icon

• When the basket (3) and the rack (5) are placed in the correct position inside the air fryer, the On/off icon (8) will light up.
• To turn the air fryer on, press the On/off icon (8), the air fryer will beep and the display will show 200ºC / 18 minutes alternately.
• You can set the desired time and temperature or select a pre-set function. Press the On/ off icon (8) to start the selected function or the manual setting. If you press this icon again (8), the fryer will pause.
• To finish the cooking process, hold down the On/off icon (8) for 3 minutes.

Pre-set functions
To use the pre-set functions, press the desired function icon and the display will show the pre-set time and temperature for this function, you can also set it if desired with the temperature increase/decrease icons (9/10) and the time increase/decrease icons (11/12).

The table below shows the temperatures and times of the pre-set functions, the amount of food that can be inserted and whether stirring is required.

Note

• Keep in mind that these are just indications. As ingredients differ in origin, size, shape and brand, we cannot guarantee the best setting for the ingredients that you are using.
• Add approximately 1-2 minutes to the cooking time indicated in the table if you start frying while the device is still cold.

Tips

• Smaller ingredients require shorter preparation time than the larger ones.
• A larger quantity of ingredients only requires a slightly longer preparation time, and a smaller quantity of ingredients only requires a slightly shorter preparation time.
• Stirring small ingredients during the frying process optimises the result and can help preventing unevenly fried ingredients.
• Add some oil for a crispier result.
• Do not use the air fryer to fry greasy food (such as sausages).
• Food that can be cooked in an oven can also be cooked with the air fryer.
• Pre-made dough requires a shorter preparation time than home-made dough.
• You can also use the device to re-heat ingredients.
• To obtain the best results, we advise you to preheat the basket for 4 minutes without food inside.

Time and temperature increase and decrease
To modify the temperature and time of the pre-set functions, press the corresponding increase and decrease icons.

Stirring food
Some ingredients may require stirring during the cooking process. To stir ingredients, remove the basket of the air fryer and shake it. Place it back in the fryer.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning

• Clean the fryer after every use.
• Disconnect the air fryer from the power supply and allow it to cool down before cleaning it.
• Do not use metallic tools or abrasive products to clean the basket and rack.
• Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the surface of the fryer.
• Never immerse the fryer in water or other liquids.
• Do not use sponges, powder cleaners or abrasive cleaning products to clean the fryer.

Warning

• Remove the basket to allow the device to cool down more quickly.
• Clean the fryer thoroughly with hot water, soap and a non-abrasive sponge.
• We recommend the use of a degreasing liquid to remove any remaining dirt.
• If there is dirt stuck in the interior of the basket and the rack, we recommend filling the basket with hot water mixed with detergent, as this will make it easier to remove the dirt.
• Clean the interior of the device with hot water and a non-abrasive sponge.
• Clean the heating element with a soft cleaning brush to remove any food residue. Be careful not to damage the heating element.

Storage

• Unplug the fryer and let it cool down.
• Make sure all parts are clean and dry when you store it.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Product reference: 03219/03221
Product: Cecofry Full Inox 5500/ Cecofry Full InoxBlack 5500
220-240 V~ 50/60 Hz, 1450 W
Capacity: 5 litres
Temperature setting: 80°C—200°C
Timer: 1-60 min.
Made in China | Designed in Spain

DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

This symbol indicates that, according to the applicable regulations, the product and/or battery must be disposed of separately from household waste. When this product reaches the end of its shelf life, you should dispose of the batteries/accumulators and take them to a collection point designated by the local authorities.
Consumers must contact their local authorities or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of old appliances and/or their batteries. Compliance with the above guidelines will help to protect the environment.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND WARRANTY

Cecotec shall be liable to the end user or consumer for any lack of conformity that exists at the time of delivery of the product under the terms, conditions and deadlines established by the applicable regulations.
It is recommended that repairs be carried out by qualified personnel.
If at any moment you detect any problem with your product or have any doubt, do not hesitate to contact Cecotec official Technical Support Service at +34 963 210 728.

COPYRIGHT

The intellectual property rights over the texts in this manual belong to CECOTEC INNOVACIONES, S.L. All rights reserved. The contents of this publication may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, transmitted or distributed by any means (electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or similar) without the prior authorization of CECOTEC INNOVACIONES, S.L.

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