DREO DR-KCM001AS ChefMaker Combi Fryer User Manual

Chef Maker
User Manual

DR-KCM001AS ChefMaker Combi Fryer

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Model: DR-KCMOO1AS
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YOUR NEW
CULINARY JOURNEY STARTS HERE!

ChefMaker is the result of thousands of culinary experiments by Dreo’s Cooking Lab. Introducing an easier way to make perfect meals in your kitchen.

| Unleash full flavoring and lock all juiciness.
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| Self-adapting cooking achieves consistent results.
| ChefMaker updates bring new recipes and flavors!

EXTEND YOUR WARRANTY FOR FREE
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONARY MARKINGS IN YOUR USER GUIDE AND ON THE APPLIANCE.
When using electrical units, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
Use the handle.

DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Hot steam is released through the air outlet. Keep your hands and face clear of openings.

To protect against electrical shock, do notimmerse the appliance, cord, or plug in water or other liquid.

WARNING!

1. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by person responsible for their safety.
2. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
3. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.

Electricity Safety

1. Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local main voltage before you connect the appliance.
2. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment. Always make sure that the plug is inserted properly into a wall outlet.
3. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surface.
4. DO NOT plug in the appliance or operate the control panel with wet hands.
5. Never connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote control system in order to avoid a hazardous situation.
6. Immediately unplug the appliance if you see dark smoke coming out of the appliance. Wait for the smoke emission to stop, before you remove the pan from the appliance.
7. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn off the appliance, then remove plug from wall outlet.
8. If the SUPPLY CORD is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
9. Extenxion Cord:
   A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:

1. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
2. The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
3. The appliance is of the grounded type, the cord set or extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

Related to Use

1. Keep your appliance away from flammable materials (curtains, tablecloth, etc) Use on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface away from heat sources or liquids during operation.

2. DO NOT place on a stove, near a hot gas or electric burners, or in a heated oven.

3. DO NOT place the appliance against a wall or other appliances. Leave at least 4 inches of free space on the back and sides and 4 inches of free space above the appliance.

4. DO NOT IMMERSE INTO WATER. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.

5. DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

6. DO NOT use outdoors. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

7. DO NOT place anything on top or bottom of your appliance. store anything inside your appliance.

8. After using the appliance, the metal cover inside is very hot, avoid contact with it after cooking. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
   Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

9. DO NOT store any materials, other than manufacturers recommended accesories, in this appliance when not in use.

10. Preheating of the appliance is not necessary.

11. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of other than metal or glass.

12. Use extreme caution when the cooking tray or disposing of hot grease.

13. DO NOT clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.

  Meaning: the surfaces are liable to get hot during use.

While Cooking

1. Oversized foods or metal utensils must not be inserted into your appliance as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.

2. DO NOT place paper, cardboard or non-heat resistant plastic into your appliance, or any material which may catch fire or melt.

3. Do not cover any part of the appliance with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the appliance. Use extreme caution when using foil, and always fit the foil as securely as possible. If the foil contacts the appliance heating elements, this can cause overheating and risk of fire.

4. Never put baking or parchment paper into the appliance without food on top.
   Air circulation can cause paper to move and touch heating elements.

5. A fire may occur if the appliance is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation.

6. Pressing the at any moment will shut down the appliance.

Electromagnetic Fields (EMF)

This oven complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.
DO NOT IMMERSE INTO WATER FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Gentle Reminder:
Check the appliance regularly and refer to TROUBLESHOOTING or contact our customer support if you need any assistance.

Specifications

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

1. Power ON/OFF
2. Interior Light
3. Non-stick Basket
4. Water Tank
5. Wi-Fi Status| 6. Cancel/Back
7. Confirm/Pause
8. Menu Navigation
9. Air Outlet
10. Air Inlet
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Grilling Rack
Use only for grilling and certain presets in Chef Mode| Cooking Tray
Use for every day cooking
(except for recipes that use grilling rack)| Cook Probe

Theright tools for a perfect cook

Cook Probe

• Track doneness closely and achieve perfect results.
• Not recommended for frozen protein or cuts thinner than 1-inch (ChefMaker will display which recipes need it.)

Find the Cooking Probe slot inside your appliance basket.| Make sure the three pins are facing outwards.| Push the Cooking Probe until you hear the “click”.

• After cooking the Cook Probe may still be hot, take it out carefully to not get burned
• Do not submerge into water.

Water tank

• Add extra tenderness to your favorite medls. (ChefMaker wil display which recipes need it)

| Fill up before using programs with water.
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| Keep the water tank lid closed while cooking.

• Always dry out the water tank after cooking.
• ONLY keep the water tank filed when you are about to use a cooking mode that requires it.

Grilling Rack

• The grill rack functions on both sides, adjusting food height to achieve the best browning result.

1. For Thinner Steaks| | Use the higher grilling surface to ensure that the surface of the steak falls within the “Max
Sear” area
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2. For Thicker Steaks| | Use the shorter grilling surface to ensure that the surface of the steak falls within the “Max
Sear’ area

CONNECTINGTO YOUR APPLIANCE

Download the Dreo app to get the most out of your appliance!

https://bc.dreo.com/app?model=kcm001s&region=na

1. Launch the Dreo app and sign in or create account by following the in-app instructions.
2. On your appliance go to Settings>WLAN> Press  ****. Make sure the display shows “Waiting for pairing”
3. Tap Add Device in the Dreo app and select the appliance you want to link.
4. Connect to your preferred Wi-Fi network through the Dreo app.
5. You’re now ready to control the appliance on your app.

Tips
To reset Wi-Fi settings, on your appliance go to Settings>WLAN and long press ****for 2 seconds.
(Once reset, display will show “waiting for pairing”)
To restore factory settings, on your appliance go to Settings>System Settings>Reset> Press and hold Confirm for 5s.

There may be OTA updates available the first time you connect your appliance. If so, please follow the steps on the Dreo app to continue.
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GETTING STARTED

Before First Use

• Remove all plastic packaging from your appliance.
• Clean all the cooking accesories and let them dry at room temperature. (see cleaning instructions, page 19-20).

Initial Use
Note: it is recommended to heat your appliance to remove any remaining odor.

1. Tap to turn on.
2. Select Classic Cook>Air Fry> Set temperature at 380°F and time to 15 minutes.
3. After heating is done, let the fryer cool, then wash the basket and cooking tray with soapy water and non-abrasive sponge.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT MODE

Your new appliance includes a series of modes to simplify your cooking and magnify your tasting. Depending on what you are planning to cook, you can choose from:

Chef Mode
Powered by CombiCook System
Achieve perfect results with the ingredient-based masterchefpresets.

Best for

Not recommended for frozen protein or cuts thinner than 1-inch.

Classic Cook
As simple as choosing your cooking style.

Best for

Probe Cook
Take full control of temperature settings just like master chefs do.

• To protect a meat probe from heat damage, keep it away from the heating element.
• Do not use sharp objects on the meat probe, as it may damage the insulation.

TIPS FOR CHEFMAKER MODES

ChefMode
Make sure to use the cook probe and water tankwhen shown in yourrecipe.

• Follow ChefMaker’s tips in your appliance screen for better cooking results.

Classic Cook
ChefMaker recommends the optimum temperature and time for your cooking style.

Probe Cook

| Set your desired doneness with the target probe temperature.
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| Ambient temperature helps you cook the surface of your food.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Always clean your appliance after every use.
• Turn off and unplug the appliance. Allow it to be cool before cleaning.
• You can pull out the basket for faster cooling.
• When cleaning, it is recommended to use non-abrasive liquid cleanser and sponge.

Main parts

remember to dry all parts after use. Do not use a dry cloth on the glass or it may get scratched.| Yes
Cook Probe| Wipe with a damp cloth.| No
Control Panel| Wipe with a damp cloth. Do not use a dry cloth on the display or it may get scratched.| No
Water tank| Gently wash the tank with a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge with warm water and dish soap. Remember to dry it before placing it back on the appliance.| Yes

Note: To extend the life of your appliance, do not use abrasive elements like cleaners, metal scouring pads or metal utensils to wipe-clean any part/accesory of your appliance.

Water tank maintenance

To ensure optimum performance during your cooking, it is recommended:

• Dry out the water tank after cooking.
• Run a deep cleaning of pipes and nozzles at least once every 3 months.

Water tank draining

1. ONLY keep the water tank flled when you are about to use it
2. Always drain the water tank after cooking: Go to Settings > Maintenance > Water Pipe Drain > Confirm

Descaling (Aprox. 40 min)

Steps:

1. Go to settings > Maintainance > Descaling.

2. Fill up the water tank and add some baking soda. Make sure the basket is in position and then confirm.
   

3. After the first cleaning is done, fill the water tank once more, make sure the basket is in position and then confirm, After cleaning is done, drain the water from the basket.

Troubleshooting

Push the basket securely into the appliance.
Foods are not completely cooked| Do not overcrowd the basket in every cooked, if the basket is overstuffed, your ingredients will not receive proper heat.
Try the Chef Mode using the cook probe for better accuracy.
Foods are cooked unevenly| Ingredients that are stacked on top of each other or close to each other need to be shaken during cooking. The non-stick cooking tray should be placed in the basket.
Foods are not crispy after frying| Spray or brush a small amount of oil on foods can increase crispiness.
White smoke is coming out of my appliance| The appliance may produce some white smoke when you use it for the first time. This is normal.
Make sure the non-stick basket and the cooking tray are cleaned properly and is not greasy.
Frying greasy foods will cause oil leaks into the basket. This oil will produce white smoke. This is normal and should not affect cooking.
Dark smoke is coming out of my appliance| Immediately unplug your appliance. Food is burning, wait for smoke to clear before pulling the basket out.
How do I pause or stop the cooking?| Remove the basket from the unit to pause the cooking and place it back to resume, you can also press the “ ****” button or return and then confirm to stop the cooking.
Is the basket safe to put on my countertop?| Use caution when handling, and place on heat-safe surfaces only.
The cooking probe is not detected| Make sure you properly secured the cooking probe to the basket, magnets must face towards the interior of your appliance.
I can’t find the appliance when adding to the Dreo app| Make sure your appliance is turned on. Go to Settings >WLAN >Confirm
Connection to Wi-Fi fails| Make sure you are connecting your appliance to a 2.4 GHz network.

DREO CUSTOMER CARE

Default 12-Month Warranty
This appliance is covered by Dreo warranty for 12 months from the date of its original purchase.

Extend Your Warranty
Extend your warranty by registering your new appliance on our website https://dreo.com/warranty.

The warranty will not apply in cases of:

1. Accident, misuse, or repairs performed by unauthorized personnel.
2. Any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes.
3. Normal wear and tear of wearable parts.
4. Use of force, damage caused by external influences.
5. Damage caused by non-observance of the User Manual, e.g. connection to an unsuitable mains supply or noncompliance with the instructions.
6. Partially or completely dismantled appliances.
7. Defects caused by or resulting from damages from shipping or from repairs, service, or alteration to the product or any of its parts that have been performed by a repair person not authorized by Dreo.

We can only provide after-sales service for products that are sold by Dreo or Dreo authorized retailers and distributors. If you have purchased the appliance from a different place, please contact your seller for return and warranty issues.

We’re Here to Help!

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888-290-1688
Mon – Fr, 3:00 am-5:00 pm PST/PDT

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Consumer ISM equipment, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
“Please note that changes or modifications of this product is not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance and could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.”
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

“If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the intereference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

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