TESLA QS500 AirCook and Steam Multifunctional Steam and Hot Air Fryer User Manual

: June 3, 2024
: Tesla

Table of Contents

TESLA QS500 AirCook and Steam Multifunctional Steam and Hot Air Fryer
Preparation – before first use
- SYMBOLS ON THE CONTROL PANEL
PREPARATION OF FOOD
- MANUAL MODE
CLEANING THE WATER SYSTEM
- EASY TO CLEAN
TROUBLESHOOTING
References
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TESLA QS500 AirCook and Steam Multifunctional Steam and Hot Air Fryer

Dear customer,
Thank you for choosing the TESLA AirCook & Steam QS500.
Please read the rules of safe use carefully before using the appliance and follow all usual safety rules.

Keep this user manual in a safe place.
Correct use of the appliance will greatly extend its service life.
Observe the rules specified in this manual to reduce the risk of damaging the appliance or injuring yourself.

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING
THIS PRODUCT IS DESIGNED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
Read all of the instructions and make sure you understand them. Failure to follow the instructions provided below may result in electric shock, fire or serious injury. The warnings, notices and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations which may arise. The operator must understand that common sense and caution are a factor which cannot be built into this product, but must be provided by the operator.
This appliance is a complex electromechanical device, please note the following instructions:

Never switch on the appliance when it is empty.
Do not load more than the recommended amount of food.
The appliance is not suitable for preparation of liquid meals such as soups, sauces or stewed meat!
Water must only be poured into the water reservoir. Never pour water or other liquids into the inner food basket.
Do not place the appliance underneath kitchen cupboards. Rising steam may damage them.
Do not block the air inlet and outlet vents while the appliance is operating.
Never place the appliance on a soft surface. The ventilation vents may be blocked and the appliance damaged.
Do not place the appliance on flammable materials such as a tablecloth or curtains.
Do not place the appliance against the wall or next to any other appliances. When using the appliance, leave at least 20 cm of free space around it.
Do not place anything on top of the appliance and do not place the appliance on a hob as it may be damaged.
Never immerse the housing which contains electrical components and heating elements in water or rinse it under running water.
Do not allow any water or other liquids to get into the appliance to avoid electric shock.
Check that the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local rated voltage before connecting the appliance.
Connect the appliance to a grounded socket only. Always make sure that the plug is correctly inserted into the socket.
Do not use an extension lead.
Always unplug the appliance after use.
Before cleaning, unplug the power cord and allow the appliance to cool down.
Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord.
Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a TESLA authorised service centre or similarly qualified person to prevent injury.
Allow the appliance to cool down for more than 30 minutes before transportation.
Only use original TESLA accessories designed for this model.
Exercise caution when using the appliance near children.
It is not recommended that children use the appliance on their own without adult supervision.
Do not prepare foods with a high fat content in the appliance.
Do not pour very cold water into the heated inner food basket.
Do not connect the appliance or use the control panel with wet hands.
Do not use the appliance for purposes other than those described in this manual.
Do not allow the appliance to operate unsupervised.
Hot steam and air are released through the outlet vents during operation. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the steam and from the air outlet vents after removing the inner basket from the appliance.
Unplug the appliance immediately if it starts to emit dark smoke. Wait until the smoke stops before removing the outer basket from the appliance.
Do not use the appliance outdoors.
Do not use the appliance in an excessively warm, dusty or humid environment.
Store and operate the appliance away from flammable and volatile substances.
The appliance is not designed for use with an external timer or separate remote control.
Do not repair the appliance as this may result in electric shock and loss of warranty.
If the appliance is used incorrectly, for professional or semi-professional purposes, or if it is not used in line with the instructions in the user manual, the warranty will become void.
Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself, otherwise the warranty will become void.
The manufacturer and the importer to the European Union is not liable for any damage caused by operation of the appliance such as injury, scalding, fire or damage to other items, etc.

Caution, hot surface

Never touch the internal parts of the appliance while it is in operation or immediately after you finish cooking. Allow the appliance to cool down for 30 minutes.
DO NOT place the appliance on a flammable surface!
Do not block the air inlet or outlet while the appliance is in operation.
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be higher while the appliance is in operation. Do not touch the heated surface to avoid being burnt.
Only use the handle to remove and carry the heated outer basket and inner basket. Only place the heated inner food basket on heat-resistant surfaces. After removing the outer basket from the appliance, take extra care to avoid being scalded by hot steam released from the food or after the „Steam“ programme has ended.
Do not move the appliance. Hot food, oil or other liquids can cause burns.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE POWER CORD
In order to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not attempt to modify the cord connector in any way. The length of the power cord reduces the risk of entanglement or tripping over the power cord.

DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE WITH AN EXTENSION LEAD.
Connect the power cord directly to a 230 V socket only.

Preparation – before first use

Remove all packaging, stickers, and labels.
Place the hot air fryer on a stable horizontal surface. Do not place the appliance on surfaces that are not heat resistant.
Wipe the appliance with a soft, damp cloth and dry it thoroughly.
Place the inner food basket into the body of the appliance.
Make sure that the power cord is long enough to reach the mains socket and that there is sufficient air circulation around the product.

The water reservoir (1) is necessary to ensure the correct functioning of „Steam” mode. Fill it with water before starting to steam food and insert it into the body of the appliance. The condensation pan (5) must be inserted into the body of the appliance during operation to catch condensed water created while steaming food.
NOTE: Do not pour oil into the inner basket, this appliance operates on the basis of hot air circulation.

SYMBOLS ON THE CONTROL PANEL

Empty water reservoir indicator Programmes
Temperature setting
Heating temperature
Cleaning mode
Heating time
Time setting
„Steam“ mode
Appliance operation indicator On/Off/Start
„Hot Air“ mode

FIRST USE
Place the appliance on the kitchen counter or other dry, clean and level surface which is resistant to heat and humidity. Ensure that there is sufficient free space on all sides (at least 20 cm at the sides and 50 cm above the appliance). Pull on the handle (3) to remove the inner food basket (4) from the appliance. Place the food you want to cook into the basket. When loading food, do not exceed the MAX mark on the inner side of the food basket.
NOTE: The appliance will not operate until the inner food basket has been fully inserted. Extreme caution must be exercised while handling the hot outer pan/frying basket.
On/Off button (10)
This is used to switch the appliance on and off or to start the cooking process.

„Steam“ mode (8)
This is used to start steaming. This mode can only be used with a full water reservoir (1). Steam temperature is limited to 100°C and cannot be changed. This is suitable for gentle preparation of vegetables, fish or chicken. It ensures that the food stays particularly juicy.

„Hot Air“ mode (11)
This is used to start heating using hot air. Setting the heating temperature (4)
Use the arrows to set the temperature in the range 80°C to 200°C.

Setting the heating time (3)
Use the arrows to set the heating time in the range 1 to 60 minutes.
Empty water reservoir indicator (1)
If the indicator is flashing and emitting an intermittent audible warning (beeping), the water reservoir (1) must be topped up with water

Cleaning programme (5)
This function can only be used with a full water reservoir (1). This is used to clean the water system in the appliance.

PREPARATION OF FOOD

Prepare your food, place it in the inner food basket (4) and insert this into the body of the appliance. Fill the water reservoir (1) to use steam mode.
The appliance has eight preset programmes and one manual programme which is activated once the appliance is switched on. If one of the preset programmes has been selected, it flashes on the control panel (2).
Switch on the appliance using the On button (10). All of the features on the control panel (2) will light up. Select the desired mode (Hot Air (11) or Steam (8)). The symbol of the set mode will start to flash. Select the programme or set the temperature (7) and heating time (3) manually. Start cooking by pressing the Start button (10).
The heating process begins and the appliance operation indicator (9) will light up. The temperature and the remaining heating time are displayed in turn on the display. Once the set time has expired, the heating process ends automatically and the display shows the word OFF. The fan will continue to run for a few seconds more to cool down the appliance. You will then hear five beeps and the appliance will shut down completely.
Pull on the handle (3) to remove the inner food basket (4) from the body of the appliance and place it on a heat-resistant surface. If the inner food basket (4) is removed from the appliance during the cooking process, this process will be interrupted and the display will show „- – – -“. The heating process will be renewed once the inner food basket (4) is inserted into the body of the appliance. Remove the cooked food and allow the appliance to cool down.
NOTE: Extreme caution must be exercised while handling the hot outer basket and inner food basket.

MANUAL MODE

Time: 15 minutes (hot air)/20 minutes (steam)
Temperature: 180°C (hot air)/100°C (steam)
Suitable for: mozzarella sticks, apple strudel, spring rolls, vegetables, fish and chicken
You do not in general need any oil to prepare food, or only a small amount of oil.
Cooking time depends on the size and amount of food and also the cooking temperature. Cooking time is in general shorter than in a conventional oven. Start with a shorter cooking time and then adapt the cooking time to suit your own taste.

Shake/stir food for the best cooking results
For best results, we recommend that meat and poultry dishes are shaken/stirred once or twice during cooking, so that they do not dry out on the upper side and are evenly cooked and crispy. You can also turn foods such as steak to ensure even browning and cooking. Smaller foods stacked on top of each other such as chips or nuggets mostly need to be shaken/stirred.

FILLING THE WATER RESERVOIR
Remove the water reservoir from the appliance, turn it over as shown in the image and unscrew the shut-off valve. Fill the water reservoir with cold tap water, screw the shut-off valve back on and insert the reservoir back into the body of the appliance (see image). Do not use any other liquids.
NOTE

The water in the water reservoir should always be changed before you start cooking in “Steam” mode on hygiene grounds.
Ensure sufficient ventilation while the appliance is in operation.
Do not operate the appliance for more than 3 hours without a break.
Do not move the appliance during operation.
The appliance will only operate if the inner food basket has been inserted completely into the body of the appliance.

CLEANING THE WATER SYSTEM

Fill the water reservoir completely. Switch on the appliance using the On button (10). Start the cleaning programme by pressing the (5) button. The cleaning cycle lasts for approximately 25 minutes and the appliance switches off automatically after it has finished.

Descaling
Limescale deposits cause energy loss and shorten the service life of the appliance. This is why we recommend that you regularly remove limescale according to the quality of the water in the area where you live and according to how often you use the appliance. In order to remove limescale, fill the water reservoir with a mixture of water and descaler instead of using only water and then start the cleaning programme. A standard descaler for kitchen appliances can be used to descale the appliance. Read the instructions for use of the descaler to ensure the correct ratio of water to descaler. After removing the limescale, run at least three cleaning cycles with only water to flush the water system in the appliance.

EASY TO CLEAN

Allow the appliance to cool completely before cleaning.
Clean the appliance after each use and before long periods of storage.
We recommend cleaning the appliance as soon as it has cooled down before the remains of the food dry in order to prevent creation of germs. Do not allow the remains of food to dry onto the appliance completely.
Clean the base of the appliance with a damp cloth and detergent.
Rinse the water reservoir using a detergent and warm water and leave it to dry with the lid open.
Removable parts which are intended for contact with food can be washed in the dishwasher, but we still recommend hand washing for longer protection (durability) of the non-stick surface. Wash these parts under warm arunning water with the addition of neutral kitchen detergent. Then rinse them with clean water and wipe them dry thoroughly.
Do not use sharp or metal objects or any abrasive cleaning materials to preserve the non-stick coating of the inner food basket for as long as possible.

NOTE: NEVER IMMERSE THE APPLIANCE IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.

Protection against overheating
If the appliance overheats, it switches off automatically. Allow the appliance to cool down before using it again.
STORAGE
If you will not be using the appliance for a long time, all of the water must be drained from the water reservoir and the condensation tray. Clean the water reservoir thoroughly before using the appliance again. Store the appliance and all its accessories in a clean, dry place out of reach of children and animals.

TROUBLESHOOTING

| Increase the cooking temperature or time.
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The food is not evenly cooked.| Ingredients that are stacked on top of or close to each other should be shaken or turned during cooking.
The food is not crispy after frying.| Spraying food with a small amount of oil can increase crispness.
Chips were not cooked well.| Add less oil, approx. 15 ml. When preparing chips from raw potatoes, leave the uncooked chips soaked in water for 15 minutes to remove the starch before frying. Dry them before adding a small amount of oil.
Cut the uncooked chips into strips of 0.5 cm x 7 cm.
The basket does not fit easily into the fryer.| Make sure that the inner food basket is not overloaded with food and is correctly inserted into the body of the appliance.
White smoke is coming out of the appliance.| On first use, the fryer may produce white smoke.
This is OK.
Make sure that the inner food basket and the inside of the fryer are properly cleaned and free of grease.
Cooking fatty foods will cause oil to leak into the outer basket. This oil will produce white smoke and the container may be warmer than usual.
This is normal and should not affect cooking.
Handle the container with care.
Dark smoke is coming out of the appliance.| Switch off the fryer immediately. The food is
burning. Wait for the smoke to disperse before pulling out the inner food basket.
The display is showing error “E1”, “E2” or “E3”| Contact the TESLA service department.

WARRANTY REPAIR
For warranty repair, contact the dealer where you purchased the TESLA product.
The warranty DOES NOT COVER:

use of the appliance for other purposes than designated
regular wear and tear
failure to observe the „Important Safety Instructions“ contained in the user manual
electromechanical or mechanical damage caused by improper use
damage caused by natural phenomena such as water, fire, static electricity or excess voltage, etc.
damaged caused by unauthorised repair
unreadable serial number on the appliance

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, INTER-SAT LTD, org. složka, declare that this device complies with the basic requirements and other relevant provisions of the standards and regulations relevant to the given type of equipment. This product meets the requirements of the European Union.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means that the product is covered by European Directive 2002/96/EC. Please obtain information about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products. Please act in accordance with your local regulations and do not dispose of your old products together with your regular household waste. Correct disposal of your old product helps to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
Due to the fact that the product is subject to development and improvement, we reserve the right to alter the user manual. The latest version of this user manual can always be found at www.tesla-electronics.eu.
Design and specifications may be subject to change without prior notice, printing errors reserved.