Tefal ACTIFRY GENIUS XL AH9600 Instructions
- June 4, 2024
- Tefal
Table of Contents
Tefal ACTIFRY GENIUS XL AH9600
Important recommendations
Safety instructions
- The appliance can be used up to an altitude of 2000 m.
- This appliance has been designed for internal domestic use only; any professional use which does not conform to the instructions will release the manufacturer from all responsibility and the guarantee will be deemed null and void.
- Read these instructions carefully and keep them in a safe place.
- This appliance is intended for domestic use only.
- This appliance is not intended to function using an external time switch or a separate remote control system. Connected devices may be controlled via smartphone or tablet, according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Do not use the appliance if it or the power cord is damaged or if it has fallen and has visible damage or appears to be working abnormally. If this occurs, the appliance must be sent to an Approved Service Centre.
- If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an approved After-Sales Service or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid any danger. Never take the appliance apart yourself.
- This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of knowledge or experience, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way by a person responsible for their safety, and understand the hazards involved. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Children under the age of 8 years should not use this appliance unless continuous supervision by a responsible adult is given. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.
- Certain parts of the appliance can become hot when the appliance is operating, which could cause burns. Do not touch the hot surfaces of the appliance (the lid, visible metal parts, etc).
- All these removable parts may be cleaned in the dishwasher or with a non-abrasive sponge and dishwashing liquid.
- Clean the body of the appliance with a damp sponge and dishwashing liquid.
- Dry the parts carefully before reassembling.
- Children should not clean or perform maintenance procedures on the appliance unless they are supervised by a responsible adult.
- Do not use the appliance close to inflammable materials (blinds, curtains, etc.), nor close to an external heat source (gas hob, hotplate, etc.).
- This appliance is intended to be used only in the household. It is not intended to be used in the following applications, and the guarantee will not apply for:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
- farm houses inns,
- clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments,
- bed and breakfast type environments.
- Do not immerse the product in water or any other liquid.
- Your device (a timer) contains a battery (depending on the model). When replacing your device’s battery:
- Ensure compliance with indicated battery type and replace the used battery with the identical battery type.
- Please refer to the manual and follow the procedure indicated to remove and insert the battery.
- The battery must be inserted according to the correct polarity.
- Non rechargeable batteries must not be recharged.
- Do not mix different battery types or new and used batteries.
- Do not short-circuit the terminals.
- If the device must be stored unused for an extended period, the battery should be removed.
- For your safety, only use accessories and spare parts that are suitable for your appliance.
- For your safety, this appliance conforms with applicable standards and regulations (Directives on Low Voltage, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Materials in contact with food, Environment, etc.).
- Check that the voltage of your mains network corresponds to the voltage given on the rating plate on the appliance (alternative current).
- Since regulations can differ from place to place, if the appliance is used in a different country to where it was purchased, have it checked by an approved service centre.
- For models with detachable power cords, only use the original power cord.
- Do not use an extension lead. If you accept liability for doing so, only use an extension lead which is in good condition, has a plug with an earth connection and is suited to the power rating of the appliance.
- Use the appliance on a flat, stable, heat-resistant work surface away from water splashes.
- Do not let the power cord dangle.
- Never leave the appliance unattended whilst it is plugged in and switched on.
- Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cord.
- Always unplug the appliance after use, or when moving or cleaning it.
- In the event of fire, unplug the appliance and smother the flames using a damp tea towel.
- Do not move the appliance if it contains hot food.
- Before using for the first time, we recommend you switch the appliance on for 30 minutes to eliminate the ‘new’ smell.
- When using the product for the first time, it may release a non-toxic odour. This will not affect use and will disappear rapidly.
- Do not overload the tray; stick to the recommended quantities.
- To avoid damaging your appliance, please ensure that you follow recipes in the instructions and recipe book; make sure that you use the correct amount of ingredients.
- We guarantee that the materials in contact with food comply with regulations regarding materials that come into contact with foodstuffs.
Protect the environment
- Your appliance has been designed to run for many years. However, when you decide to replace it, remember to think about how you can contribute to protecting the environment.
- Before disposing of your appliance, make sure to remove the battery from the timer and dispose of it at a special collection point or approved service centre (depending on model).
- The Approved Service Centres will take back any old appliances you may have so that they can be disposed of in accordance with environmental regulations.
Environment protection first!
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.
ACTIFRY
PROBLEMS| CAUSES| SOLUTIONS
The appliance does not work
| The appliance is not correctly plugged in.| Check that the appliance is
correctly plugged in.
You have not yet pressed the On/Off button.| Press the On/Off button.
You have pressed the On/Off button but the appliance still doesn’t work.|
Close the lid.
The appliance does not heat up.| Take the appliance to an approved ser- vice
centre.
The chips are not crispy enough
| You have not followed the recommended cooking time.| Leave the chips to cook
for another few minutes. Refer to the cooking table.
You are not using potatoes suitable for chips.| Choose a variety of potato
recom- mended for chips.
The potatoes are not sufficiently washed and dried.| Wash the potatoes for a
long time to remove excess starch, then drain and dry them before cooking.
They must be completely dry.
The chips are too thick.| Cut the chips thinner. The maximum chips dimensions
are 13mm x 13 mm.
There is not enough oil for the amount of fresh chips being cooked.| Increase
the amount of oil (refer to the cooking table).
ACTIFRY
PROBLEMS| CAUSES| SOLUTIONS
The food is not cooked evenly all over
| The food has been cut in different shapes and sizes.| Cut the food so it is
all the same size.
You have not used the paddle.| Insert the paddle.
The paddle is in place but it does not turn.| Reposition the paddle until it
clicks. If the problem persists, take the appliance to an approved service
centre.
Cooking liquids have flowed into the base of the appliance.| The maximum level
has been exceeded.| Observe the maximum level.
The timer does not work| The battery is flat.| Change the battery. *
The LCD screen is not working.*
| The appliance is not plugged in.| Plug the appliance in.
The lid is open.| Close the lid all the way.
The appliance has not been switched on.| Press the On/Off button.
Following a malfunction in the use of the product, it has gone into safety
mode.| Take the appliance to an approved ser- vice centre.
The LCD screen dis- plays E.*
| There is a fault in the operation of the appliance.| Unplug the appliance,
wait 10 seconds, reconnect the appliance, press the On/ Off button. If the LCD
screen still dis- plays E, see the table of error codes.
The appliance is abnor- mally noisy.| You suspect a malfunction in the opera-
tion of the appliance motors.| Take the appliance to an approved ser- vice
centre.
Depending on model
FRY DELIGHT
PROBLEMS| CAUSES| SOLUTIONS
The appliance does not work
| The appliance is not correctly plugged in.| Check that the appliance is
correctly plugged in.
You have not yet pressed the but- ton to start cooking or turned the timer.|
Press the start cooking button or turn the timer.
You have pressed the button to start cooking or turned the timer but the
appliance still doesn’t work.| Push the tray all the way in.*
The appliance does not heat up.| Take the appliance to an approved service
centre.
The chips are not crispy enough
| You have not followed the recom- mended cooking time.| Leave the chips to
cook for another few minutes. Refer to the cooking table.
You are not using potatoes suita- ble for chips.| Choose potatoes suitable for
chips.
The potatoes are not sufficiently washed and dried.| Wash, drain and dry the
potatoes before cooking.
The chips are too thick.| Cut them thinner.
There is not enough oil for the amount of fresh chips being cooked.| Increase
the amount of oil (refer to the cooking table).
FRY DELIGHT
PROBLEMS| CAUSES| SOLUTIONS
The food is not cooked evenly all over
| The food has been cut in different shapes and sizes.| Cut the food so it is
all the same size.
You did not shake the food half- way though cooking.| Shake the food halfway
through cooking.
The LCD screen is not working.*
| The appliance is not plugged in.| Plug the appliance in.
The tray is open.| Close the lid or push the tray all the way.*
The appliance has not been switched on.| Press the On/Off button.
Following a malfunction in the use of the product, it has gone into safety
mode.| Take the appliance to an approved service centre.
The LCD screen displays E.*
| There is a fault in the operation of the appliance.| Unplug the appliance,
wait 10 sec- onds, reconnect the appliance, press the On/Off button. If the
LCD screen still displays E, see the table of error codes.
The device is abnormally noisy.| You suspect a malfunction in the operation of
the appliance motors.| Take the appliance to an approved service centre.
Depending on model
*Table of error codes: Er.**
Er. 1 or
Er. 2
| The ventilation of your appliance has a fault.| Check the presence and correct positioning of all removable parts. Check for foreign bodies in all these moving parts.
After confirming the absence of foreign bodies in the ventilation duct, if the fault persists, take the appliance to an approved service centre.
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Er. 2 or
Er. 3
| This error can occur if the product has been stored for long periods at a low temperature.| Allow the product to remain at an ambient temperature of over 15 ° C for one hour be- fore restarting.
If the fault persists, take the appliance to an approved service centre.
Er. 4| Your product has a faulty temperature sen- sor.| Take the
appliance to an approved service centre.
Er. 5| The voltage of your domestic mains outlet is too low, cooking
performance may be affected.| Contact your electricity supply company.
Er. 6| The voltage of your domestic mains outlet is too high; a safety
device prevents your pro- duct from overheating.| Contact your electricity
supply company