Starfrit 024601 Electric Air Fryer Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Starfrit
Table of Contents
Starfrit 024601 Electric Air Fryer Instruction Manual
General description
- Cooking guide
- Main housing
- Timer knob
- Power / Working Indicator light
- Temperature control knob
- Control Panel
- Basket
- Basket release button
- Outer pot
- Basket handle
- Air outlet
- Cord
OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ THE BELOW INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, serious personal injury and/or property damage:
- To protect against electric shock, do not immerse power cord, plug or product in water or any other liquid.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use protective oven mitts or gloves to avoid burns or serious personal injury. Always use the basket handle and the bottom cool touch handles located on each side of the unit.
- Keep the product out of the reach of children and pets. This product is not intended for use by children. Close adult supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.
- Unplug from electrical outlet before cleaning or when not in use. Allow the unit to cool down completely before assembling, disassembling or relocating.
- Do not operate the product if it has a damaged power cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Do not attempt to examine or repair this product yourself. Please call the customer service number provided in this user manual.
- Do not leave the product unattended while it is in use. DO NOT move the appliance while in use.
- Do not touch the food basket or the inside of the outer pot or fryer during a cooking cycle as they are extremely hot and may cause severe burns. Always use the basket handle.
- The food basket and outer pot are designed for use within this appliance only. They must never be used on a stovetop, range top, hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven. They may warp and result in injuries as a result.
- Always make sure the food basket and outer pot are dry prior to use. If they are returned to the appliance when wet, they may damage or cause the product to malfunction.
- Do not plug or unplug the product into/from the electrical outlet with a wet hand.
- Use the product in a well-ventilated area. Keep the product away from kitchen cabinets, curtains, clothing, dishtowels, or other flammable materials.
- Do not use attachments not recommended or sold by the product manufacturer. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
- This product is intended for indoor, non-commercial use. Do not use outdoors or for anything other than its intended use. This appliance is intended for countertop use only.
- Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch hot surfaces, as you may trip and fall or cause the hot contents of the appliance to spill and possibly cause burns or injuries.
- Do not place the product on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in heated oven as it may cause this appliance to melt.
- Always place the product on a flat, stable surface it is not recommended to use the appliance on temperature sensitive surfaces.
- To disconnect, turn the temperature control knob to “OFF”, then remove plug from wall outlet. Connect the power plug to an easily accessible outlet so the appliance can be unplugged immediately in the event of an emergency.
- Do not use the appliance with a programmer or timing device that switches it on automatically. The use of such devices is dangerous and can cause a fire risk.
- If this appliance begins to malfunction during operation, unplug the cord from the outlet immediately. Do not attempt to repair or use a malfunctioning appliance.
- Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this feature or modify the plug in any way. If the plug fits loosely into the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm, do not use that outlet.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
AN EXTENSION CORD MAY BE USED IF CARE IS EXERCISED IN THEIR USE:
- Minimize the risk of overheating by using the shortest UL or ETL listed cord possible.
- The marked electrical rating must be at least as great as that of the product.
- Never use a single extension cord to operate more than one appliance.
- Arrange the longer cord so that it will not drape over a countertop or table top where it can be tripped over, snagged, or pulled on unintentionally (especially by children).
- DO NOT alter the plug. DO NOT attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
BEFORE INITIAL USE
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Remove all packaging materials.
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Remove any stickers or labels from the appliance.
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Thoroughly clean the basket and outer pot in warm soapy water using a non-abrasive sponge.
Note: You can also clean these parts in the dishwasher. -
Wipe inside and outside of the appliance with a damp cloth.
NOTE: This is an oil-free fryer that works on hot air, do not fill the outer pot with oil or frying fat.
PREPARING FOR USE
- Place the appliance on a stable, horizontal and even surface. Do not place the item on temperature sensitive surfaces.
- Place the basket in the outer pot. (P.2 fig.1)
- Pull the cord from the storage compartment located on the bottom of the appliance and plug the unit in a corresponding wall outlet (P.2 fig.1).
- Do not fill the outer pot with oil or any other liquid.
- Do not put anything on top of the appliance or the airflow will be disrupted and hinder the air frying result.
TO USE
This appliance can prepare a large range of ingredients. See the cooking guide in this booklet for food tips and ideas.
Air frying
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Connect the plug into wall outlet.
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Carefully pull the outer pot out of the air fryer. (P.2 fig.4)
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Put the ingredients in the basket. (P.2 fig.5)
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Slide the outer pot back into the air fryer. (P.2 fig 6) Carefully align the outer pot with the guides on the body of the fryer. Never use the outer pot without the basket in it. Caution: Do not touch the outer pot right after use as it will be very hot. Only hold the outer pot by the basket handle.
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Determine the required preparation time for the ingredient (see Cooking Chart for reference).
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To switch on the appliance, turn the temperature control knob (P.2 fig.7) to the desired temperature. Then, turn the timer knob to the desired preparation time (P.2 fig. 7) (see Cooking Chart for reference).* The POWER indicator light will turn on meaning the unit is turned on. The WORKING indicator light will also turn on meaning the unit is preheating. Note: Add 3 minutes to the preparation time when the appliance is cold for preheating. You can also let the appliance preheat without any ingredients inside. To do this, turn the timer knob to 3 minutes. Turn the temperature control knob to the desired temperature and wait until the WORKING indicator light turns off (approx. 3 minutes). Then, pull out the outer pot, fill the basket with od, fasten the outer pot in the appliance and turn the timer knob to the desired preparation time. The timer will start counting down the set preparation time.
Note: During the air frying process, the WORKING indicator light will turn on and off from time to time. This indicates that the heating element is maintaining the set temperature.
Note: Excess oil from the ingredients may drip on the bottom of the outer pot. Make sure the unit is completely cooled off after the air frying process before cleaning the outer pot. -
To ensure even cooking, some foods require “shaking” during the cooking process. To do this, simply pull out the outer pot, place it on a heat-resistant surface, and press the basket-release button to eject the basket (P.2 fig.3), gently shake the contents as needed, insert the basket back in the outer pot until you hear a locking click and fasten the outer pot in the unit to continue cooking. For heavier or fragile foods, use nylon or silicone heat-resistant tongs or other non-abrasive utensils to safely mix the food. Tip: If you set the timer to half the preparation time, you will hear the timer bell when you have to shake the ingredients. However, this means you will have to set the timer again to the remaining preparation time after shaking.
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When you hear the timer bell, the set preparation time has elapsed and heating will stop. Pull the outer pot out of the appliance and place it on a heat-resistant surface. Note: You can also switch off the appliance manually. To do this, turn the time control knob to 0 and the temperature control knob to “OFF”.
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Check if the ingredients are ready. If the ingredients are not ready yet, simply slide the outer pot back into the appliance and set the timer to a few extra minutes.
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To remove the ingredients (e.g. fries), pull the outer pot out of the air fryer, place it a heat-resistant surface and press the basket release button to lift the basket out of the outer pot. Do not turn the basket upside down with the outer pot still attached to it, as any excess oil that has collected on the bottom of the outer pot will leak onto the ingredients and/ or on your work space. Depending on the type of ingredients in the fryer, steam may escape from the outer pot.
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Empty the basket into a bowl or onto a plate. Tip: To remove large or fragile ingredients, lift the ingredients out of the basket using a pair of non-abrasive heat-resistant tongs.
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When a batch of ingredients is ready, the air fryer remains preheated and ready for a second cycle.
COOKING CHART*
The table below will help you select the right settings for each type of food.
This cooking chart is for reference only. Actual cooking time and temperature may vary. Shake halfway through cooking time if applicable
Tips
– Smaller foods usually require a slightly shorter preparation time than
larger foods.
– Shaking smaller foods halfway through the preparation time optimizes the
result and can help obtain an evenly cooked batch.
– Add some oil to fresh potatoes for a crispy result. Fry your ingredients in
the air fryer right after marinating them.
– Do not prepare extremely runny or greasy ingredients such as sausages or
bacon in the air fryer.
– The optimal amount of air fried French fries for a crispy and tender texture
is 500 g or 1.1 lbs.
– When baking, pre-made dough requires a shorter preparation time than
homemade dough.
– Place a baking tin or oven dish in the air fryer basket for baking a cake or
quiche or if you want to fry fragile or stuffed foods.
– You can also use the air fryer to reheat cooked foods. To reheat, set the
temperature to 300°F for up to 10 minutes.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
Clean the appliance after each use.
Do not use metal kitchen utensils or abrasive cleaning materials to clean
them, as this may damage the non-stick coating.
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Remove the main plug from the wall outlet and let the appliance cool down.
Note: Remove the outer pot to let the unit cool down more quickly. -
Wipe the outside of the appliance with a soft damp cloth.
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Clean the outer pot and basket in hot soapy water with a non-abrasive sponge.
Note: You can also put the outer pot and basket in the dishwasher.
Tip: If dirt is stuck to the basket or the bottom of the outer pot, fill the outer pot with hot soapy water, put the basket in the outer pot and let the outer pot and basket soak for approximately 10 minutes. -
Once the appliance has cooled down, clean the heating element with a non-abrasive cleaning brush to remove any food residues.
Maintenance
- Store the product in a cool, dry place.
- Never cut anything in the basket or outer pot or use utensils with sharp edges as to avoid piercing the non-stick surface.
- Never put cold water into a hot outer pot or basket. Sudden changes of temperature may cause metal to warp, resulting in an uneven bottom. Let pieces cool down on their own or place in lukewarm soapy water.
- Always use trivets or oven mitts when handling the outer pot and basket.
- DO NOT place the hot outer pot or basket on a countertop, as it will stain or burn the countertop. Use a protective trivet.
- DO NOT place unit or pieces on any range top burner, under a broiler, microwave browning element, or in a heated oven.
- DO NOT use scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, or any object that will scratch the unit or accessories.
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARRANTY
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY.
This warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
one (1) year from the date of the original purchase. Please retain your
original receipt as a proof of the purchase date. Any complaints must be
registered within the warranty period. The product will be repaired, replaced
(parts or entire appliance) or refunded at our sole discretion. Shipping
charges may apply.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from
any of the following:
Negligent use or misuse of the product including failure to clean the product
regularly, use for commercial purposes, accident, use on improper voltage or
current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or
altercation by anyone other than a STARFRIT authorized service agent.
Stains, discoloration and minor scratches on the inside and outside of the
utensil constitute normal use, do not affect performance, and are not covered
by this warranty.
Decisions as to the cause of damage are the responsibility of STARFRIT. All decisions will be final.
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