BELLA 14979 2QT AIR FRYER Instruction Manual

: June 7, 2024
: Bella

BELLA 14979 2QT AIR FRYER

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

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Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Use oven mitts or potholders.
To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
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 use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Bring it to a qualified technician for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
To disconnect, turn the timer dial to OFF. Then remove plug from wall outlet.
Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
Make sure the crisping tray is in place before adding food to be air fried.
Make sure the frying basket is locked securely into the front of the Air Fryer, while the Air Fryer is in operation.
WARNING: The Air Fryer will not operate unless frying basket is fully closed. CAUTION: After hot air frying, extreme caution must be used when handling the hot frying basket, crisping tray, and cooked foods.

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property.
CAUTION: This appliance is hot during operation and retains heat for some time after turning OFF. Always use oven mitts when handling hot materials and allow metal parts to cool before cleaning. Do not place anything on top of the appliance while it is operating or while it is hot.

All users of this appliance must read and understand this instruction manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet only.
If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.
Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
Do not immerse power cord in any liquid. If the power cord to this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by contacting Consumer Service.
Keep the cord out of reach from children and infants to avoid the risk of electric shock and choking.
Place the Air Fryer on a flat, heat-resistant work area.
Do not obstruct the air outlet or air inlets on the back and sides of the Air Fryer, with any objects. Avoid escaping steam from the air outlet during air frying.
Keep appliance at least 4 inches away from walls or other objects during operation.
Always use the frying basket handle to open the frying basket.
WARNING: After air frying, make sure to place the frying basket on a flat, heat-resistant surface.
WARNING: Under or over-filling the frying basket may damage the Air Fryer and could result in serious personal injury.
Never move a hot Air Fryer or an Air Fryer containing hot food. Allow to cool before moving.

NOTES ON THE PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in 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 modify the plug in any way.
NOTES ON THE CORD

A. A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
B. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
C. If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used :
- The marked electrical rating of the cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
- If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type3-wire cord; and
- The longer cord should be arranged so that it does not drape over the countertop or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating to the finish of the counter top or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters or place mats between the appliance and the finish of the counter top or table top. Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken; permanent blemishes may occur, or stains can appear.

ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances.

Getting to Know Your 2QT Air Fryer

Product may vary slightly from illustration

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Control Dials

Temperature Control Dial

Select air frying temperature from 175°F to 400°F. Temperatures can be adjusted at any time.
The orange HEAT ON light will turn off when set temperature is reached.
The orange HEAT ON light and heating element cycle on and off to maintain the selected temperature.

30 Minute Countdown Timer Dial

Once the timer dial is set, the orange HEAT ON light will illuminate to show the Air Fryer is heating.
To assure even cooking/browning, open the frying basket halfway through the cooking time. Check, turn or vigorously shake foods in the frying basket.
IMPORTANT: When you pull the basket out from the Air Fryer body, the orange HEAT ON light
and the Air Fryer will turn OFF. The timer will continue to count down when the basket is opened. Allow for additional cook time as necessary.
Heating will resume when the basket is replaced.
One beep will sound when the set air frying time has reached 0. The Air Fryer will turn OFF automatically. The orange HEAT ON light will turn off.
IMPORTANT: When all air frying is finished, turn the timer dial to 0 (OFF). Unplug the Air Fryer when not in use.

Before Using for the First Time

Your Air Fryer is shipped with the frying basket locked into the front of the Air Fryer body. Firmly grasp the handle to open frying basket; then remove the basket from the machine and place on a flat, clean work area.
Remove all packing material and labels from the inside and outside of the Air Fryer. Check that there is no packaging underneath and around the frying basket.
Wash the frying basket and crisping tray in hot, soapy water.
DO NOT IMMERSE THE AIR FRYER BODY IN WATER. Wipe Air Fryer body with a damp cloth. Dry all parts thoroughly.
To ensure the crisping tray fits snugly into the frying basket drawer, there are 4 rubber tips attached to the sides of the tray. Before using, check to make sure all 4 rubber tips are in place. If they become separated from the tray, simply slide onto the tabs as shown.

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Operating Instructions

WARNING! This unit should never be used to boil water or heat oil.
NOTE: During first use, the Air Fryer may emit a slight odor. This is normal and will not affect food cooked.

Place the Air Fryer on a flat, heat-resistant work area, close to an electrical outlet.
Firmly grasp the frying basket handle to open frying basket; then remove from the machine and place on a flat, clean surface.
Place the crisping tray into the base of the frying basket.
Arrange food on top of the crisping tray. Do not overfill frying basket with food. To ensure proper cooking and air circulation, NEVER fill any frying basket more than 2/3 full. When air frying fresh vegetables, we do not recommend adding more than 1-1/2 cups of food to the frying basket.
Fully insert the frying basket into the front of the Air Fryer.
Plug cord in the wall outlet.
Select air frying temperature from 175°F to 400°F.
Turn timer dial to the desired air frying time plus 3 minutes for preheat if the Air Fryer is cold. The orange HEAT ON light will illuminate; the Air Fryer will begin heating.
IMPORTANT: The Air Fryer will not heat if the timer dial has not been set or if the frying basket is not fully closed
The orange HEAT ON light will turn off when set temperature is reached.
NOTE: During air frying, the orange HEAT ON light will cycle on and off as proper air frying temperature is maintained.
To assure even cooking/browning, open the basket halfway through the frying time and check, turn or shake foods in the frying basket. Adjust temperature if needed. The timer will continue to count down when the basket is opened,
but the Air Fryer will stop heating until the basket is replaced.
WARNING: Extreme caution must be used when handling the hot frying basket and crisping tray. Avoid escaping steam from the frying basket and hot food.
CAUTION: Always use oven mitts when handling the hot air frying basket.
CAUTION: Hot oil can collect at the base of the drawer. To avoid risk of burns or personal injury, or to avoid oil from contaminating air fried foods, always use a pair of tongs or a long wooden spoon to remove the foods from the frying basket. NEVER turn the basket upside down containing air fried foods.
NOTE: The Air Fryer can be turned OFF at any time by turning the timer dial to
One beep will sound when the set air frying time has expired. The Air Fryer will turn OFF automatically. The orange HEAT ON light will turn off automatically. Both the orange POWER light and the orange HEAT ON light will turn off.
Shake the frying basket vigorously and check food for browning and doneness. If additional
air frying is needed, adjust temperature if desired, and set timer for 3-minute intervals until fully cooked.
Allow cooked food to rest for 5 to 10 seconds before removing basket from Air Fryer or food from frying basket.
When air frying is finished, remove the basket from the machine and place on a flat, heat resistant surface.
Use tongs or a long fork to remove air fried foods onto a serving plate. Promptly replace the frying basket into the front of the Air Fryer. Continue with subsequent batches, if any.
When all air frying is completed, turn the timer dial to OFF. The orange HEAT ON light will turn off.
Unplug the Air Fryer when not in use.

Helpful Hints

Spray olive oil or vegetable oil works well for air frying.
Use your Air Fryer to cook pre-packaged foods with a fraction of the oil, in a fraction of the time!As a general rule, lower the recipe baking temperature by 20ºF, up to 50ºF and reduce the cooking time by 30% to 50% depending on the food and amount.
Do not overfill frying basket with food. NEVER fill any frying basket more than 2/3 full. When air frying fresh vegetables, we do not recommend adding more than 1-11/2 cup of food to the frying basket.
For best results, some foods need to be shaken vigorously or turned over during the air fry time. Consult the Air Frying Chart as a general guide.
To avoid excess smoke, when cooking naturally high fat foods, such as chicken wings or sausages, it may be necessary to empty fat from the frying basket between batches.
Always pat food dry before cooking to encourage browning and avoid excess smoke.
Air fry small batches of freshly breaded foods. Press breading onto food, place on a cooling rack and refrigerate to help breading adhere. Arrange in frying basket so that food is not touching to allow air flow on all surfaces.
The Air Fryer is perfect for reheating food. Set the temperature to 300ºF for up to 10 minutes.

Air Frying Chart
WARNING! ALWAYS USE A MEAT THERMOMETER TO ENSURE THAT MEAT, POULTRY AND FISH ARE COOKED THOROUGHLY BEFORE EATING. The following chart is intended as a guide only. The quantity of food air fried at one time, the thickness or density of the food, and whether the food is fresh, thawed, or frozen may alter the total cooking time necessary.

To assure even cooking/browning, open the frying basket halfway through the cooking time. Check, turn or vigorously shake foods in the frying basket. This chart lists average total air frying time, the time at which some action is required, and what action is to be taken for best results.
Remember, frying smaller batches will result in shorter cooking times and higher food quality. Adjust air frying temperatures and times as necessary to suit your taste.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Unless food is pre-packaged and pre-oiled, for browned and crispy results, all foods should be lightly oiled before air frying.

Oil may be sprayed or brushed onto foods.
Spray oils work well as oil is evenly distributed and smaller quantities of oil are needed.
To ensure crispy results, make sure foods are dried before adding oil.
Cut pieces smaller to create more surface area for crispier results.
Blanching is a term that refers to pre-cooking foods at a lower temperature before the final air fry.
Add 3 minutes to the AIR FRY TIME to allow the cold Air Fryer to preheat.

FOOD	TEMP	AIR FRY TIME*	TIME	ACTION
Mixed Vegetables (roasted)	400ºF	15 – 20 minutes	8 minutes	shake
Broccoli (roasted)	400ºF	15 – 20 minutes	8 minutes	shake
Onion Rings (frozen)	400ºF	12 – 18 minutes	8 minutes	shake
Cheese Sticks (frozen)	350ºF	8 – 12 minutes	—	—

*Add 3 minutes to the AIR FRY TIME to allow the Air Fryer to preheat.

PLEASE NOTE:
The USDA recommends that meats such as beef and lamb, etc. should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145ºF/63ºC. Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160ºF/71ºC and poultry products should be cooked to an internal temperature of 170ºF/77ºC – 175ºF/82ºC to be sure any harmful bacteria has been killed. When reheating meat/poultry products, they should also be cooked to an internal temperature of 165ºF/74ºC.

User Maintenance Instructions

This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician.

Care & Cleaning Instructions

WARNING! Allow the Air Fryer to cool fully before cleaning.

Unplug the Air Fryer. Remove frying basket. Make sure the frying basket and crisping tray have cooled completely before cleaning. Use the center hole of the crisping tray to lift crisping tray up and out of the frying basket.
Wash the frying basket and crisping tray in hot soapy water. Do not use metal kitchen utensils or abrasive cleansers or cleaning products as this may damage the non-stick coating.
IMPORTANT: After cleaning, always check to make sure all 4 rubber tips are securely fastened to the 4 tabs on the crisping tray.
The frying basket and crisping tray are dishwasher-safe. For best results, place in the top rack of your dishwasher to clean.

Storing Instructions

Make sure the Air Fryer is unplugged and all parts are clean and dry before storing.
Never store the Air Fryer while it is hot or wet.
Store Air Fryer in its box or in a clean, dry place.

Recipes

Air Fried Sweet Potato Chips

Serves 1 to 2:

1 large sweet potato (2 cups)
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
Cinnamon sugar or brown sugar, optional

Wash the sweet potato and peel if desired.
If available, use a mandolin to cut thin and even potato chips.
To cut by hand, first cut potato in half, and with the flat side on the cutting board, hand cut into very thin chips.
Place vegetable oil into a large bowl. Add raw potatoes and use your hands to mix well, making sure every chip is oiled on all sides. NOTE: Spray oils may be substituted.
Transfer oiled chips to the frying basket
Set Air Fryer to 325ºF and air fry for 15 minutes. Shake the frying basket vigorously halfway through air fry time.
Increase heat to 350ºF and air fry for 5 minutes. Shake the frying basket vigorously halfway through air fry time.
Remove from Air Fryer. Sprinkle hot potatoes with cinnamon sugar or brown sugar for a special sweet treat.

Hard Cooked Eggs

6 eggs
Place in the Air Fryer @ 260°F for 13 minutes.
When eggs are cool enough to handle, they will be perfectly cooked!

Stuffed Rainbow Baby Bells

1 poblano pepper, may substitute 1-2 jalapenos, or 1 Cubanelle
8 baby bell peppers
1/4 cup vegetable cream cheese
1/4 cup grated or shredded fresh Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons milk
1 handful mixed greens
1 teaspoon zaatar seasoning
1 teaspoon Kosher salt

Roast poblano pepper, or any fresh pepper(s) of your choice. Lightly spray with oil. Place in the Air Fryer and cook @ 370°F for 13 minutes. Turn pepper(s) halfway through cooking.
When cooled, remove top(s), skin, slice open to scrape out seeds. Chop cooked pepper(s) into small pieces.
Prepare baby bells by removing the tops, scoop out the insides by removing the seeds, and veins. Set aside.
Place all filling ingredients into a large bowl. Mix well.
Stuff each pepper with this mixture. Arrange in the frying basket.
Spray with olive oil, optional.
Set Air Fryer to 370°F and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Turn stuffed peppers halfway through cooking.
Serve at room temperature.

Air Fried Hassle-Free Hasselback Potatoes

1 or 2 medium potatoes, red or white
olive oil, as needed
Kosher salt or sea salt
shredded cheese, your choice, optional
bacon bits, optional

Wash potatoes well. Depending on your preference, these Hassle-Free potatoes are delicious either with the skin on or peeled.
Prepare Hasselbacks. Cut slits 1/4-inch apart and 1/4-inch from the bottom of the potatoes.
Brush potatoes with olive oil.
Set Air Fryer to 370°F and cook for 30 minutes.
Halfway through cook time, brush potatoes with olive oil. Continue to cook until potatoes are fully cooked.
Delicious plain or topped! Try shredded cheese and bacon bits, plain melted salted butter, sour cream, chives, pesto, salsa, or olive tapenade.

Family Cornbread

1 (8 oz.) box corn muffin/corn bread mix
1/2 (8 oz.) can creamed corn
1/2 cup shredded pepper jack or cheddar cheese
1 egg
1 tablespoon salted butter, melted
2 tablespoons sour cream

IMPORTANT! Remove the crisping tray from the frying basket drawer.
Whisk an egg in a medium mixing bowl. Add corn muffin mix and the remaining ingredients to the bowl and mix well.
Bake 400ºF for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

Fish & Chips

Fried Catfish Nuggets

Makes 12 nuggets
Serves 3 to 4
Treat your family to a delicious Fish & Chips dinner. These sweet and juicy catfish nuggets are crunchy good and pair fabulously with fresh hand cut French fries (recipe follows). Serve with fresh slaw and the meal is complete!

1 small catfish filet, or a 1/3 to 1/2 lb. hunk of filet
1/8 cup flour
1 tablespoon Old Bay® seasoning
1 egg + 1 egg white
3/4 cup seasoned panko bread crumbs
olive oil spray

Cut the catfish into 10 to 12 nuggets approximately 1-inch by 2-inches in length.
Season each piece of fish, top and bottom, with Old Bay® seasoning.
Set up 3-bowl breading station:
• Flour
• Whisk egg and egg white until well blended
• Panko bread crumbs
Place each piece of catfish into the flour. Pat gently with your hands to remove any excess.
Dip both sides into egg.
Dip and press and coat both sides with panko bread crumbs.
Add 4 to 5 catfish nuggets to air frying basket. Allow air circulation on all sides of each fish piece for best browning.
Spray with olive oil. (optional)
Set Air Fryer to 400ºF and air fry for 7 to 8 minutes. Turn fish at 3 minutes.
Repeat with remaining fish nuggets.

Chips (Fresh Hand Cut French Fries)

Serves 1 to 2

1 russet potato
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
Kosher salt, to taste
6-8 cups water
4 tablespoons salt

Cut potatoes into 1/4” x 1/4” French fries. One medium potatoes will yield 2 cups raw cut potatoes. It is best to fry in 2 batches.
Soak potatoes in brine for 1 hour to overnight.
Dry on clean kitchen towel.
Place 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil into a large bowl. Add raw potatoes and use your hands to mix well, making sure every potato is oiled on all sides.
Transfer oiled potatoes to the frying basket.
Set Air Fryer to 325ºF and air fry for 15 minutes Shake the frying basket vigorously halfway through air fry time.
Increase heat to 350ºF and air fry for 10 minutes. Shake the frying basket vigorously halfway through air fry time.
Remove from Air Fryer and add Kosher salt, or your choice of seasonings, to taste.
Repeat with remaining potatoes.

Nutrition Facts:

Per 1/2 recipe
Calories 170
Fat 2.5g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 470mg
Carbohydrate 32g
Fiber 3g
Sugars 2g
Protein 4g

Nutrition Comparisons:

These fries contain 88% less fat than typical fast food French fries (based on averaged data from 4 restaurants).
These fries contain 65% fewer calories than typical fast food French fries (based on averaged data from 4 restaurants).

Nutrition Notes:
The sodium value is an estimate only. It will vary depending on how long the potatoes stay in the brine and the amount of brine absorbed into the potatoes. This analysis estimates a brine absorption of 10% of the raw weight of the potatoes

Crisp & Juicy Chicken Tenders

2 egg whites
1/4 cup water
3/4 cup seasoned panko bread crumbs
4 chicken tenders (1 1/4 lb)
Spray olive oil (optional)

In small bowl, lightly beat together egg whites and water. Place bread crumbs on plate. Dip 1 chicken tender into egg whites; dredge in bread crumbs, pressing to coat on both sides. Repeat with remaining chicken tenders.
Add breaded chicken tenders to fry basket, leaving space in between to allow air circulation for browning. Spray with olive oil (if using).
Set Air Fryer to 350°F; air fry for 12 minutes, turning chicken tenders halfway through air fry time. Increase heat to 400°F; air fry for 6 minutes, turning chicken tenders halfway through air fry time. Repeat with remaining chicken tenders.

Tip: Use chicken tenders whole or cut into pieces if desired.

Nutrition Facts

(2 tenders)
Calories 200
Fat 3g
Cholesterol 80mg
Sodium 100mg
Carbohydrate 8g
Fiber 0g
Sugars 0g
Protein 34g

Nutrition Comparisons:

These chicken tenders contain 89% less fat than typical fast food chicken tenders (based on averaged data from 2 restaurants).
These chicken tenders contain 57% fewer calories than typical fast food chicken tenders (based on averaged data from 2 restaurants).

Apple Turnovers with Vanilla Drizzle

Makes: 8 bitsy turnovers

2 (5-in. x 5-in.) frozen, prepared puff pastry sheets, thawed
1/2 cup apple pie filling
3 teaspoons golden raisins (optional)

*Vanilla Drizzle**

1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla* extract

Chocolate Drizzle

1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla* extract

Prepare icings to drizzle over turnovers. Combine ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.

May substitute caramel, maple, almond, lemon, or orange extract. 2. Unfold thawed puff pastry sheet onto a clean, lightly floured surface. 3. Spoon 1 tablespoon pie filling into the center of each square. 4. Fold pastry over the pie filling to form a triangle. Crimp edges with a fork to seal. 5. Add 4 bitsy turnovers to the frying basket. 6. Set Air Fryer to 400º and air fry for 5 minutes. 7. Remove bitsy turnovers from frying basket. Allow to cool. 8. Repeat with 4 remaining turnovers. 9. Use a small spoon to drizzle vanilla in a zig zag pattern over the top.
May substitute any flavor prepared canned pie filling.

Variation: Cherry Turnovers with Chocolate Drizzle

1. Follow the turnover recipe above. Use cherry pie filling.
2. Drizzle with chocolate icing.
3. Serve warm turnovers topped with your favorite ice cream.

Limited TWO-YEAR Warranty

SENSIO Inc. hereby warrants that for a period of TWO YEARS from the date of purchase, this product will be free from mechanical defects in material and workmanship, and for 90 days in respect to non-mechanical parts. At its sole discretion, SENSIO Inc. will either repair or replace the product found to be defective, or issue a refund on the product during the warranty period.
The warranty is only valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty validation. Retail stores selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify, or in any way revise the terms and conditions of the warranty.

EXCLUSIONS:
The warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use of the product, use of improper voltage or current, improper routine maintenance, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair, or alteration by anyone other than qualified SENSIO Inc. personnel. Also, the warranty does not cover Acts of God such as fire, floods, hurricanes, or tornadoes.

SENSIO Inc. shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Apart from the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in time to the duration of the warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and therefore, the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. The warranty covers specific legal rights which may vary by state, province and/or jurisdiction.

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
You must contact Customer Service at our toll-free number: 1-866-832-4843.
A Customer Service Representative will attempt to resolve warranty issues over the phone. If the Customer Service Representative is unable to resolve the problem, you will be provided with a case number and asked to return the product to SENSIO Inc. Attach a tag to the product that includes: your name, address, daytime contact telephone number, case number, and description of the problem. Also, include a copy of the original sales receipt. Carefully package the tagged product with the sales receipt, and send it (with shipping and insurance prepaid) to SENSIO Inc.’s address. SENSIO Inc. shall bear no responsibility or liability for the returned product while in transit to SENSIO Inc.’s Customer Service Center.