KLARSTEIN 10039940 1800 watts Vigor Air Hot Air Fryer User Guide

KLARSTEIN 10039940 1800 watts Vigor Air Hot Air Fryer

Specifications

• Model: VIGOR AIR
• Product Numbers: 10039940, 10039941
• Website: www.klarstein.com

Product Information

The VIGOR AIR is a versatile kitchen appliance designed for various cooking functions such as baking, grilling, toasting, and more. It features a LED control panel with multiple program options for easy operation.

Usage Instructions

LED Control Panel
The LED control panel displays different symbols and buttons for operating the appliance.

Button Functions:
Refer to the user manual for detailed information on each button’s function and operation.

Operating the Appliance

1. Plug in the appliance and the screen will light up with the HOT AIR symbol blinking.
2. Select the desired temperature and time using the controls.
3. Press the Start/Pause button to initiate the cooking process.

Cooking Programs:
The VIGOR AIR offers a variety of preset cooking programs with different temperature and time settings. Choose the appropriate program for your desired dish.

FAQ

• Q: How do I clean the VIGOR AIR?
  A: Ensure the appliance is unplugged and cooled down before cleaning. Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth and clean the accessories with warm soapy water. Refer to the user manual for detailed cleaning instructions.

• Q: Can I use metal utensils in the VIGOR AIR?
  A: It is recommended to use silicone, plastic, or wooden utensils to avoid damaging the appliance’s interior coating.

Dear Customer,
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TECHNICAL DATA

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Before using for the first time, check that the voltage of your socket corresponds to the voltage specified.
• To avoid electric shock, do not immerse the power cord or the device itself in water or other liquids.
• Keep children and pets away from the device while it is in operation.
• Switch off the device after use and pull the power plug out of the socket.
• The device should be operated on a power circuit separate from other devices. If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other devices, this device may not function properly.
• Use extreme caution when moving a container that contains hot food.
• Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of tables or work surfaces, and make sure that the power cord does not come into contact with the hot surfaces of the device.
• Always place the device securely in the centre of the table or work surface.
• Never touch hot device surfaces. Use the handles to move or lift.
• The device may not be used by children.
• The use of accessories that are not expressly recommended by the manufacturer can lead to injuries.
• Do not place or use the device on heat-sensitive glass surfaces, wooden surfaces or tablecloths. With these surfaces, it is essential to place a heat-insensitive plate with thermal protection under the device.
• Do not use the device if the power cord is damaged, the device is malfunctioning, or has been damaged in any other way.
• Before cleaning and when not using the device, switch it off and pull the power plug out of the socket. Let the device cool down first before removing or adding device parts.
• Do not place the device in the immediate vicinity of hot gas or electric ovens or in a heated oven.
• If the plug does not fit properly, be sure to consult a qualified electrician to reduce the risk of electric shock. Never attempt to tamper with the power plug in any way.
• Do not clean the device with metallic scouring pads. Small metal parts could break off and short out electrical components in the device, which could result in an electric shock and damage the device.
• To minimise the risk of electric shock, prepare food only in the coated, non-stick container provided.
• The device is designed for domestic use only.
• Only use the device for its intended purpose.
• Keep these operating instructions for future reference.
• Children over 8 years as well as mentally, sensory and physically impaired persons may only use the device if they have been informed in detail about the functions and safety precautions by a supervisor responsible for them beforehand and understand the associated risks.

CAUTION
Risk of burns! When hot air frying, hot steam is released through the air outlets. Keep your hands and face a safe distance from steam and air vents. Also watch out for hot steam and air when removing parts of the device from the device.

DEVICE OVERVIEW

1| LED control panel| 4| Rotary spit
2| Door handle| 5| Viewing window
3| Lamp| 6| Crumb tray

Device properties
The appliance works with 360 °C hot air technology.

Door sensor
If the door is opened during cooking, the cooking process will pause and the light will come on.

The display appears on the control panel:
As soon as the door is closed, the light will go out and the cooking process will continue. Make sure that the door of the appliance remains closed during cooking.

ACCESSORIES

| **** Can be used for the preparation of meat, bread, pizza etc.
---|---

| **** Use the frying basket in combination with the hot air function to optimise your cooking results. Can be used for the preparation of chips, chicken wings, onions etc. or as a drying basket.

| **** Can be used for the preparation of biscuits, cakes, turkey etc. You can also use it to collect leftovers or oil when deep-frying.

Crumb tray

| Can be used to collect food waste.

| **** Can be used to evenly roast food (e.g. a whole chicken).

| **** Use the handle to remove the rotisserie from the appliance after cooking.

GETTING STARTED

Before use

1. Remove all packing material around the unit and inside the unit.
2. Place the appliance on a stable, flat, heat-resistant surface, at a safe distance from objects that could be damaged by heat. Keep a minimum distance of 110 mm between the mains connection and the wall, furniture, etc.
3. Remove the protective film from the control panel. (This film is used to protect the control panel, you can remove it or leave it on the unit.)
4. Clean all accessories and clean the interior of the appliance. Dry the accessories completely before putting them back into the unit.
5. Before plugging in the mains plug, make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate of the appliance matches the voltage of the socket.
6. When using the appliance for the first time, run it at the highest setting (230 °C) for at least 18 minutes to sterilise it and eliminate manufacturing odours. The unit may emit odours or smoke from the protective film.

LED CONTROL PANEL

KEY FUNCTIONS

programmes in the ‘Cooking Programmes’ section.
**2| **| **Start/Pause**| Touch the START/PAUSE icon to start or pause a programme.

3

| ****

| ****

Preheat

| After selecting a programme and setting the temperature, touch the symbol to preheat the appliance. (Touching the START/PAUSE icon (2) is not required to start the preheating programme. Once the preheating process is finished, the appliance beeps 5 times and ‘Add Food’ is displayed on the screen)

4

| | **Light switch| Touch the light symbol to switch the lamp on or off. (The light is automatically switched off after 5 minutes).
No.| Key symbol| Key function| Operation
---|---|---|---
5**|

| Temperature setting| To lower the temperature, touch the < button. To raise the temperature, touch the > button. To make the settings more quickly, press and hold the respective button.
6| | ON / OFF| Touch this button to turn the

appliance on and off.

7|

| Time setting| To reduce the time, touch the < button. To increase the time, touch the > button. To make the settings more quickly, press and hold the respective button.

8

| |

Rotary spit

| Touch this button if you want to use the rotisserie.
9| | Hot air| This symbol is an indicator light. As soon as a programme using hot air is set, the symbol flashes during operation.

10

|

Dual Cook

| Dual Cooking| This advanced technology allows you to start the appliance with one programme and then automatically switch to another programme for perfect cooking. For example, if you want to prepare a pot roast with breadcrumbs, set the programmes ‘BAKE’ and ‘BROIL’. The pot roast is cooked through and has a golden, crispy breading at the end. All you have to do is set the programmes – the appliance does the rest all by itself. Enjoy your favourite food without any extra effort.
No.| Key symbol| Key function| Operation
---|---|---|---
11|

| Menu| The desired programme can be selected by turning the control dial. Select the next programme by turning the control dial clockwise. Select the previous programme by turning the control dial counter-clockwise. After selecting the programme, press the MENU button to start the cooking process.

COOKING PROGRAMMES

Programme| Preset Temperature| Preset time| Temperature setting range| Time setting range
---|---|---|---|---
AIR FRY

(Hot air frying)

| 200 °C| 10 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
CHIPS

(frozen chips)

| 230 °C| 18 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
WINGS

(chicken wings)

| 230 °C| 18 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
PIZZA| 230 °C| 11 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
STEAK| 230 °C| 7 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
COOKIES

(biscuits)

| 180 °C| 15 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
SNACKS| 200 °C| 18 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
VEGGIES

(vegetables)

| 230 °C| 15 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
TOAST| –| –| Level 1-7| 1-7 min
BAKE

(baking)

| 175 °C| 25 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
BAGEL| 230 °C| 13 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
BROIL

(grilling)

| 230 °C| 13 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
ROAST

(roasting)

| 200 °C| 30 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
DEHYDRATE

(drying)

| 60 °C| 5 hours| 30-80 °C| 1-12 hours
PROOF| 34 °C| 45 min| 30-40 °C| up to 8 hours
DEFROST

(thawing)

| 50 °C| 20 min| 30-80 °C| up to 2 hours
REHEAT

(warming up)

| 95 °C| 5 min| 90-230 °C| up to 2 hours
WARM

(keeping warm)

| 50 °C| 4 hours| 30-120 °C| up to 8 hours
Note: The information in the table is for reference only. Temperature and time settings can be adjusted by the user as required.

OPERATION

DUAL COOKING

COOKING TABLES

COOKING PROGRAMMES

Function| Preheat| Recommended food quantity| Recommended accessories| Recommended position
AIR FRY

(hot air frying)

| yes| depending on the selected foods| Frying basket| 2
CHIPS

(frozen chips)

| yes| 550 g| Frying basket| 2
WINGS

(chicken wings)

| yes| 1038 g

(28 pieces)

| Frying basket| 2

PIZZA

| yes| 33 cm| Baking tray or baking rack| 3

STEAK

| yes| 190 g| Baking tray or baking rack| 2
COOKIES

(biscuits)

| yes| depending on the selected foods| Baking tray| 2

SNACKS

| yes| depending on the selected foods| Baking tray or baking rack| 3
VEGGIES

(vegetables)

| yes| depending on the selected foods| Baking tray or frying basket| 3
TOAST| no| 6 pieces| Baking rack| 2 / 3
BAKE

(baking)

| yes| depending on the selected foods| Baking tray or baking rack| 3

BAGEL

| yes| depending on the selected foods| Baking tray or frying basket| 2
BROIL

(grilling)

| yes| depending on the selected foods| Baking tray or baking rack| 2
**ROAST**

(roasting)

| yes| depending on the selected foods| ** Baking tray or rotary spit| 4 or rotary spit position
DEHYDRATE**

(drying)

| no| depending on the selected foods| Frying basket| 1 / 2 / 3

PROOF

| no| depending on the selected foods| Baking tray| 3
DEFROST

(thawing)

| no| depending on the selected foods| Baking tray| 2
REHEAT

(warming up)

| no| depending on the selected foods| Baking rack| 3
WARM

(keeping warm)

| no| depending on the selected foods| Baking tray| 2
DUAL COOKING

Function 1| Function 2| Preheat| Recommended food quantity| Recommended accessories| Recommended position
AIR FRY

(hot air frying)

| WARM

(keeping warm)

| ****

yes

| ****

depending

on the the selected

food

| Frying basket| 2
BAKE

(baking)

| BROIL

(grilling)

| Baking tray or baking rack| 3

AIR FRY

(hot air frying)

| ****

WARM

(keeping warm)

| Baking tray or rotary spit| 4 or rotary spit position
**ROAST**

(roasting)

| **AIR FRY**

(hot air frying)

| ** Baking tray or rotary spit| 4 or rotary spit position
AIR FRY**

(hot air frying)

| BROIL

(grilling)

| Frying basket or baking rack| 2 / 3
Note : It is normal that some moisture may settle on the door of the appliance during cooking. It is recommended to preheat the appliance before cooking.

REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB

CAUTION
Risk of electric shock! Make sure that the mains plug of the appliance has been disconnected from the socket and allow the appliance to cool down completely before replacing the light bulb.

Bulb required : 25 W halogen lamp

1. Turn the lamp cover counter-clockwise to take it out.
2. Remove the defective bulb by pulling it out directly.
3. Insert the new light bulb.
4. Turn the lamp cover clockwise to tighten it.

DISASSEMBLING THE GLASS DOOR

CAUTION
Risk of burns! Make sure that the glass door has cooled down completely before disassembling it.

1. Loosen the screws by turning them counter-clockwise with a screwdriver.
2. The glass can be sucked in with a silicone suction cup and then removed with the hands.
3. Replace the glass after cleaning and drying and tighten the screws clockwise.

CLEANING, CARE AND STORAGE

Note: Disconnect the power plug from the socket before cleaning. Let the appliance and accessories cool down completely before disassembling and cleaning.

Cleaning the housing, the door and the LED screen

• Wipe the housing with a soft, damp sponge. A mild liquid cleaner or spray can be used to prevent staining. Apply the cleaner to the sponge before cleaning and not directly to the housing.
• Clean the glass door with a glass cleaner or mild detergent and a soft, damp sponge or soft plastic scouring pad. Do not use abrasive cleaners or metal scouring pads as these may scratch the housing.
• Wipe the LED screen with a soft, damp cloth. Apply the cleaning agent to the cloth and never directly to the LED screen. Cleaning the screen with a dry cloth or abrasive cleaner may damage the screen.

WARNING
Risk of electrical shock! Never immerse the device or the power cord in water or other liquids.

Cleaning the cooking chamber
Wipe the walls of the cooking chamber with a soft, damp sponge to remove food residues. To avoid staining, you can use a non-abrasive liquid detergent or a mild cleaning spray. Apply the cleaning agent to the cloth before cleaning and not directly to the surfaces in the cooking chamber.

WARNING
risk of fi re and electrical shock! Be extremely careful when cleaning the heating elements. Before cleaning, let the appliance cool down completely and wipe the heating elements lengthwise with a damp, soft cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents or cleaning sprays for this purpose. Allow all surfaces to dry completely before plugging the mains plug back into the socket and switching the appliance on.

Cleaning the crumb tray

• Pull out the crumb tray after each use of the appliance and dispose of the crumbs. Wipe the crumb tray out with a soft, damp sponge. To avoid staining, you can use a non-abrasive liquid detergent or a mild cleaning spray. Before cleaning, apply the detergent to the sponge and not directly in the crumb tray. Then allow the crumb tray to dry completely.
• To loosen burnt-on grease, soak the crumb tray in a warm soap solution and then clean it with a soft sponge or soft plastic scouring pad. Then rinse the crumb tray and dry it completely.
• After cleaning, push the crumb tray back into the device. Only plug the mains plug back into the mains socket after inserting the crumb tray and only switch on the appliance when the crumb tray is inside.

Cleaning the accessories (baking rack, baking tray, frying basket)

• Clean all accessories in a warm soap solution with a soft, damp sponge or soft plastic scouring pad. Rinse and dry them thoroughly. Do not use abrasive cleaners or metal scouring pads, as these can damage the accessories.
• It is not recommended to clean the accessories in the dishwasher as this may shorten the life of the accessories.

Storage

• Make sure that the unit and all accessories are completely clean and dry.
• Make sure the door is closed.
• Store the unit in an upright position on its feet. Do not store the appliance while it is wet or still warm. Do not store the unit in a humid or warm environment.

TROUBLESHOOTING

that the plug of the device is inserted in the socket.
The unit has not been switched on.| Touch the ON/OFF button   to switch on the unit.
The device door has not been closed properly.| Make sure the door is properly closed.
Steam escapes from the front of the appliance door.| Foods with a high moisture content are being cooked.| This is normal. The door has ventilation openings so that steam produced, for example, when defrosting frozen bread, can escape.
White smoke is coming out of the unit.| The unit is being used for the first time.| This is normal the first time you use the device. It is recommended to run the appliance for

18-20 minutes at the highest temperature setting.

Fatty foods are being cooked.| This is normal when cooking fatty foods. This does not affect the cooking process.
The baking tray, crumb tray or heating elements still contain grease or oil residues from previous use.| Make sure that all components are thoroughly cleaned after each use.
Black smoke is coming out of the unit.| The food is burning.| Switch off the appliance immediately and remove the food.
Problem| Potential cause| Solution
---|---|---
The food is not cooking.| There is too much food in the appliance.| Reduce the amount of food being cooked at one time.
The set cooking temperature is too low or the cooking time is set too short.| Set a higher temperature or a longer time.
The wrong programme has been selected.| Make sure you have selected the correct cooking programme.
The food is not cooked evenly.| The food was stacked or stuck together.| Make sure that the food is evenly distributed.
The baking tray, the frying basket or the baking rack are not positioned correctly.| Place the accessories in the correct position. Be careful when doing this as the accessories may be hot.
After frying, the food is not crispy.| The food has a high moisture content.| Spraying or brushing food evenly with a small amount of oil can increase crispness.
Error code ‘E1’| Short circuit in the temperature monitor.| Disconnect the power plug from the mains. Please contact customer service.
Error code ‘E2’| The temperature monitor or the heating elements do not work.| Unplug the mains plug from the socket, wait briefly and plug the mains plug back into the socket. Contact customer service if this does not solve the problem.

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

If there is a legal regulation for the disposal of electrical and electronic devices in your country, this symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with household waste. Instead, it must be taken to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By disposing of it in accordance with the rules, you are protecting the environment and the health of your fellow human beings from negative consequences. For information about the recycling and disposal of this product, please contact your local authority or your household waste disposal service.

MANUFACTURER & IMPORTER (UK)

Manufacturer:

• Chal-Tec GmbH, Wallstrasse 16, 10179 Berlin, Germany.

Importer for Great Britain:

• Berlin Brands Group UK Limited
• PO Box 42
• 272 Kensington High Street
• London, W8 6ND
• United Kingdom

References

• Klarstein | Your home. Your kitchen. Your style.
• Take-e-way GmbH | take-e-back | Elektroschrott Rücknahmesystem Onlinehandel

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