NINJA AF100WMC Air Fryer User Guide

: June 1, 2024
: Ninja

Table of Contents

BEFORE FIRST USE
USING YOUR AIR FRYER
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
References
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NINJA AF100WMC Air Fryer User Guide

Read all instructions before using your Ninja® Air Fryer.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

WARNING

To eliminate a choking hazard for young children, discard all packaging materials immediately upon unpacking.
This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical sensory or mental or lack experience and if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children. DO NOT allow the appliance to be used by children. Close supervision is necessary when used children.
Children should not play with the appliance.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
DO NOT attempt to modify the plug in any way.
DO NOT place or store anything on top of product when in use.
DO NOT place appliance on hot surfaces or near a hot gas or electric burner, on or in a heated oven or stovetop.
NEVER use electrical outlet below counter.
NEVER connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-control system.
DO NOT use an extension cord. A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk of children less than 8 years grabbing the cord or becoming entangled and to reduce the risk of people tripping over a longer cord.
To protect against electrical shock DO NOT immerse cord, plugs, or main unit housing in water or other liquid. Cook only in the drawer provided.
Regularly inspect the appliance and power cord. DO NOT use the appliance if there damage to the power cord or plug. If the appliance or has been damaged in any way, immediately stop use and call Customer Service.
ALWAYS ensure the appliance is properly assembled before use.
DO NOT cover the air vent or air outlet while unit is operating. Doing so will prevent even cooking and may damage the unit or cause it to overheat.
Before placing removable drawer into the main unit, ensure drawer and unit are clean and dry by wiping with a soft cloth.
This appliance for household use only. DO NOT use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. DO NOT use in moving vehicles or boats. DO NOT use outdoors. Misuse may cause injury.
Intended for worktop use only Ensure the surface is level, clean and dry. DO NOT move the appliance when in use.
DO NOT place the appliance near the edge of a worktop during operation.
DO NOT use accessory attachments not recommended or sold by SharkNinja. DO NOT place accessory in a microwave, toaster oven, convection oven, or conventional oven or on a ceramic cooktop, electric coil, gas burner range or outdoor grill. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by SharkNinja may cause fire, electric shock or injuries.
ALWAYS ensure drawer is properly closed before operating.
When using this appliance, provide adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation.
DO NOT use the appliance without the removable drawer installed.
DO NOT use this appliance for deepfrying.
Prevent food contact with heating elements. DO NOT overfill when cooking. Overfilling may cause personal injury or property damage or affect the safe use of the appliance.
Electrical outlet voltages can vary, affecting the performance of your product. To prevent possible illness, use a thermometer to check that your food is cooked to the temperatures recommended.
Should the unit emit black smoke, unplug immediately. Wait for smoking to stop before removing any cooking accessories.
DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Appliance surfaces are hot during and after operation. To prevent burns or personal injury, ALWAYS use protective hot pads or insulated oven mitts and use available handles.
Extreme caution must be used when the appliance contains hot food. Improper use may result in personal injury.
Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from children. DO NOT let cord hang over edges of tables or counters or touch hot surfaces.
The drawer and crisper plate become extremely hot during the cooking process. Avoid physical contact while removing the drawer or plate from the appliance. ALWAYS place drawer or plate on a surface after removing. DO NOT touch accessories during or immediately after cooking.
Cleaning and user maintenance should not be carried out by children.
To disconnect, turn off any control to OFF, then unplug from electrical outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning, disassembly, putting in or taking off parts and storage.
DO NOT clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating the risk of electric shock.
Please refer to the Cleaning Maintenance section for regular maintenance of the appliance. Return the appliance to SharkNinja Operating LLC. for any other servicing.

When setting time, the digital display shows HH:MM.

FUNCTION BUTTONS

AIR FRY: Use this function to give your food crispiness and crunch with little to no oil.

DEHYDRATE: Dehydrate meats, fruits, and vegetables for healthy snacks.

REHEAT: Revive leftovers by gently warming them, leaving you with crispy results.

OPERATING BUTTONS

arrows: Use the up and down arrows to adjust the cook temperature before or during cooking.

arrows: Use the up and down arrows to adjust the cook time in any function.

button: After selecting the time and temperature, start cooking by pressing the button. You can pause cooking at any time by pressing this button again.

button: The button shuts off the unit and stops all cooking modes.

STANDBY MODE

After 10 minutes with no interaction with the control panel, the unit will enter standby mode. The button will be dimly lit.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Remove and discard any packaging material, promotional labels, and tape from the unit.
Remove all accessories from the package and read this manual carefully. Please pay particular attention to operational instructions, warnings, and important safeguards to avoid any injury or property damage.
Wash the nonstick basket and crisper plate in hot, soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly. NEVER clean the main unit in the dishwasher.

USING YOUR AIR FRYER

USING THE COOKING FUNCTIONS

To turn on the unit, first plug the power cord into a wall outlet. Press the button.

Air Fry

Ensure the crisper plate is in the basket.
Press Air Fry button. The default temperature setting will display. Use the up and down arrows to set your desired temperature.

NOTE: It is recommended to let the unit preheat for 3 minutes before adding ingredients. If preheating, skip step 4, insert the basket, and press the button to begin.
Press the up and down arrow buttons to set your desired cook time.
Place ingredients on the crisper plate that is assembled in the basket. Insert the basket in the unit.
Press to begin cooking.
NOTE: To shake or toss ingredients during cooking. Remove basket and shake it back and forth to toss ingredients. Reinsert basket and cooking will resume.
When cooking is complete, the unit will beep and END will appear on the control panel display.
Remove ingredients by dumping them out or by using oven mitts or silicone tipped tongs/utensils.

Reheat

Ensure the crisper plate is in the basket.
Press the REHEAT button. The default temperature setting will display. Use the up and down arrow buttons set your desired temperature.

NOTE: It is recommended to let the unit preheat for 3 minutes before adding ingredients. If preheating, skip step 4, insert the basket, and press the button to begin.

Press the up and down arrows to set your desired cook time.
Add ingredients to the basket. Insert the basket in the unit.
Press the button to begin cooking.
When cooking is complete, the unit will beep and END will appear on the control panel display
Remove ingredients by dumping them out or by using oven mitts or silicone tipped tongs/utensils.

Dehydrate

Place your first layer of ingredients in the bottom of the basket. Then install the crisper plate inside the basket and set a second layer of ingredients on the crisper plate.
Insert the basket in the unit.
Press the DEHYDRATE button. The default temperature will display. Use the up and down arrow buttons to set your desired temperature.
Press the up and down arrow buttons to set your desired cook time.
Press the button to start dehydrating.
When dehydrating is complete, the unit will make a beep sound and END will appear on the control panel display

NOTE: You can increase your dehydrating capacity with the multilayer rack. If the rack is not included with your model, it is available for purchase at ninjaaccessories.com