mila MLA-66AG 6L Air Grill with Digital Touch Controls User Manual

EasyChef Air Grill
USER MANUAL
6L Air Grill with Digital Touch Controls MLA-66AG

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Mila We hope you enjoy your Mila EasyChef Air Grill
To get more out of your product, please see our website for more information about Mila, your Easy Chef Air Grill, accessories and other products, or Air Grill recipes
We recommend you read this manual throughly to ensure your safety and best use of your new Air Grill In this manual, we will refer to the EasyChef Air Grill as either the
Unit, Easy Chef Air Grill or the Air Grill

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER

1. What’s in the box:
   • Air Grill
   • Lid
   • Crisper Basket
   • Cooking Basket
   • Grill Grate

Product may vary slightly from illustration

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1. DO NOT touch hot surfacesUse handles, oven mitts or potholders

2. To protect against electric shock DO NOT immerse the cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid

3. All users of this appliance should read and understand this instruction manual before operating or cleaning this appliance

4. Unplug the appliance from the power outlet when not in use and before cleaning

5. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance

6. DO NOT operate the appliance if it has malfunctioned or has been damaged, including the power cord or plug If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard

7. The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by the appliance manufacturer. They can cause injuries and void the product warranty

8. DO NOT use outdoors

9. DO NOT let the cord hang over the edge of tables or counters, or touch hot surfaces

10. DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven

11. DO NOT move the appliance while containing hot oil or other hot liquids

12. DO NOT use the appliance for other than intended use

13. Make sure the removable airflow tray is in place before adding food to be air fried

14. Make sure the frying basket is securely in the Air Grill cavity, while in operation

15. 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 are being supervised or given instruction concerning use of the appliance, by the person responsible for their safety

16. Children should be supervised to ensure that they DO NOT play with the appliance

17. Close supervision is necessary when your appliance is being used near children or infants

18. This appliance is intended for household use only It is not warranted for use in a commercial or business application

19. After air frying, extreme caution must be usd when handling the cooking basket, removable airflow tray, and cooked foods

20. DO NOT use on acrylic or stone surfaces as heat may cause cracks or surface damage Do not place directly in front of glass splash-backs Leave a minimum of 10cm from the rear of the unit

21. 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 people or damage
    to property. Keep your face and hands away from heat or steam outlets.

22. This appliance will become hot during operation and retain heat after turning off.

23. Always use oven mitts when handling hot materials and allow metal parts to cool before cleaning.

24. DO NOT place anything on top of the appliance while it is operating or while it is hot.

25. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 220- 240V AC electrical outlet only.

26. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, remove the frying basket and disconnect the plug from the wall outlet. DO NOT use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.

27. DO NOT leave this appliance unattended during use.

28. DO NOT immerse the power cord in any liquid. If the power cord to this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced.

29. Keep the cord out of reach of children and infants to avoid the risk of electric shock and choking.

30. Place the Air Grill on a flat, heat-resistant work area.

31. DO NOT obstruct the air outlet or air inlets on the back and sides of the Air Grill with any objects. Avoid escaping steam from the air outlet during air frying.

32. Keep the appliance at least 15cm away from walls or other objects during operation.

33. After air frying, make sure to place the frying basket on a flat, heat-resistant surface.

34. Hot oil can collect at the base of the basket. To avoid risk of burns or personal injury, or to avoid oil from contaminating air fried foods, always unlock and remove the frying basket from the cooking basket before emptying. NEVER turn the basket upside down with the frying basket attached.

35. Over-filling the frying basket may damage the Air Grill and could result in serious personal injury.

36. NEVER move the EasyChef Air Grill while it is on, or containing hot food.

37. DO NOT clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.

38. This Air Grill should not be used to boil water or to deep fry food.

39. The maximum food weight capacity recommended for this air frying basket is 2kg. The basket can also accommodate a cake or pie at up to 22cm x 7cm.

40. During first use, the Air Grill may emit a slight odour. This is normal and will not affect the flavour or air convection frying.

TOUCH SCREEN CONTROL PANEL

– confirm changes by pressing START/PAUSE.
2. To pause a cooking cycle, press the START/PAUSE button.
9| Function Display Area| Displays the available (and selected) functions.
10| Standby| When the Air Fryer Grill is on standby mode, press the red STANDBY button to activate.

FUNCTIONS

FUNCTION| HEATING ELEMENT| TIME (Min)| TEMP (°C)| PR E
---|---|---|---|---
TOP| BOTTOM| DEFAULT| RANGE| DEFAULT| RANGE
| FRIES| ON| | 16min| 1 – 120min| 200°C| 60-230°C| Yes
| CAKE| ON| | 25min| 1 – 120min| 230°C| 60-230°C| Yes
| STEAK| ON| ON| 10min| 1 – 120min| 245°C| 200-245°C| Yes
| CHICKEN| ON| | 35min| 1 – 120min| 175°C| 60-230°C| Yes
| FISH| ON| ON| 20min| 1 – 120min| 245°C| 200-245°C| Yes
| DEHYDRATE| ON| | 6H| 60 – 720min| 60°C| 60-230°C| No
| AIR GRILL| ON| | 10min| 1 – 120min| 260°C| 60-260°C| Yes
| BBQ| | ON| 20min| 1 – 120min| 200°C| 60-245°C| No
| BBQ
GRIDDLE| ON| ON| 10min| 1 – 120min| 245°C| 60-245°C| No

NOTE:
The BBQ Function can only be selected and used when the top cover of the EasyChef Air Grill is open.

HOW TO STAY SAFE WHILE COOKING

• Unplug the EasyChef Air Grill when not in use.
• Always use oven mitts when handling the hot Air Fryer Basket/ Grill/ Cook Pot.
• Hot oil can pool at the base of the cooking basket .To avoid risk of burns or personal injury and to avoid oil from contaminating air fried foods, always make sure you remove any leftover oil from the unit.

CAUTION – HOT SURFACES

• This appliance operates at high temperatures  .Do not touch external surfaces of the appliance as they can be hot .Do not touch inside the appliance while it is in operation.
• During operation, hot air is released through the hot air outlets  Please keep your hands and face away from the steam and air outlets .

COOKING AND OPERATING

We encourage you to ensure the lid is closed and locked in during use to ensure cooking quality and to protect your safety.
Please note the following before you start cooking:

1. Please refer to the Air Frying Chart and/or follow the package directions for the suggested cooking TIME and TEMP.
2. Always pat food dry before cooking to encourage browning and avoid excess smoke.
3. To ensure even cooking and browning, ALWAYS open the lid halfway through the cook time and check, turn or shake foods in the frying basket. Some recipes may need you to brush or spray oil halfway through cooking. Adjust the TIME or TEMP if needed.
4. Allow cooked food to rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove the cook pot from the machine and place on a flat, heat-resistant surface.Then remove the air flow tray from the basket.
5. Shake air fried foods out onto serving area. Continue air frying subsequent batches, if any.
6. To avoid excess smoke, when cooking naturally high fat foods, such as bacon, chicken wings or sausages, it may be necessary to empty fat from the cook pot between batches.
7. For crispier results, air fry small batches of freshly crumbed food. Create more surface area by cutting food into smaller pieces. Bathe pieces of meat in egg and milk and then press bread crumbs onto the meat.
8. Spray oils work best because oil is distributed evenly and less oil is needed. Canola, olive, avocado, coconut, grape-seed, peanut, or vegetable oil all work well.

A NOTE ON AIR FRYING PRE-PACKAGED FROZEN FOODS

1. Where microwave ovens often produce hot, mushy results, air frying assures reasonably fast, crispy, delicious results!
2. As a rule, (depending on the food and amount to be cooked), the suggested cooking TIMES may have to be reduced slightly. Always check food halfway through cooking time to determine final cook TIME and TEMP.
3. Always check cooking progress after TIME has expired

BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

• Remove all packing material and labels from inside and outside of the Air Grill Check that there is no packaging underneath and around the frying basket
• 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 grill grate, flat top BBQ griddle, crisper basket, and cooking basket in warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly .All accessories, are dishwasher safe.
• DO NOT use abrasive brushes or sponges on the cooking surfaces, as it will cause damage to the coating

PREHEATING
The EasyChef Air Grill has a default PREHEAT function. This is to warm up the unit so your food can be cooked at an optimum.If for whatever reason you want to override or cancel this, press the START/PAUSE dial to cancel.
The selected COOKING function timer and settings will automatically begin.If you choose to PREHEAT, after the preheat temperature has reached a three-beep notification will sound.
This means the unit has finished pre-heating it will say ADD FOOD. After the food is added, press the START/PAUSE button.The selected cooking function (ie steak,
chicken ) will start cycling through and cooking with the preset temperature and time. Once the food has cooked, you will hear the beep 3 times.
You can change the temperature and the time during cooking by pressing + and – to cook as per your preference.
Note: The timer, on the display panel will blink while food is cooking.
QUICK START GUIDE To start cooking please follow the below steps:

1. Press the red STANDBY button.
2. Select the Menu using the START/PAUSE dial.
3. Press the START/PAUSE button to begin cooking.
4. Add your food after ADD FOOD is displayed or press START/PAUSE to cancel Preheat, close the lid once you are finished adding food.
5. A beep will sound 3 times when the food is cooked.
6. Users can open the lid to check progress.
   NOTE: YOU CAN CHANGE THE COOKING PRESET ONCE COOKING HAS BEGUN, BY PRESSING START/PAUSE AND CHOOSING ANOTHER OPTION.

FUNCTION BUTTONS

AIR GRILL
Benefits of the Air Grill Function:

• Grilling uses high heat, and cooks food from the underside. It seals in all juices so your food stays tender and moist without needing to add high-calorie oil, butter or other sauces.
• Grills naturally encourage the cooking of fresh meats, fish, and vegetables. They also preserve nutrients found in meat (such as thiamine and riboflavin).
• By grilling your food you can elevate your cooking to add complex flavours via caramelisation, and smoking.
• Suitable foods: Lean meats, including steaks and meat patties, chicken, vegetables, fish and pizzas.

AIR GRILL INSTRUCTIONS

Users will need to manually select the temperature of the plate. These are the recommended temperature levels for common foods, using the Mila EasyChef Air Grill.
The Air Fryer may produce smoke when cooking ingredients on a setting hotter than recommended.Please follow the table below as a guide.
TEMPERATURE GUIDE

•Bacon
•Sausages
•When using thick BBQ Sauce| •Frozen Meats
•Marinated/sauced meats
•Burgers| •Steaks
•Chicken
•Hot Dogs
•Meat Kebabs| •Veggies
•Fruit
•Pizzas
•Fresh/Frozen Seafood
•Veggie Kebabs

AIR FRYER FUNCTION
The Air Fryer function allows you to air fry your favourite foods quickly, while locking in taste and flavour.
By choosing the FRIES, WINGS, STEAK, CHICKEN or FISH function, the Air Fryer will cook your food.Easily adjust the temperature or time on these settings to cook similar food.
HOW TO OPERATE THE AIR FRYER FUNCTION:

1.  Press the red STANDBY button
2. Select the preset cooking function using the START/PAUSE dial.
3. Once selected, press the START/PAUSE button to start cooking.
4. Add your food after ADD FOOD is displayed. You can override the pre-heat function by pressing START/PAUSE. Close the lid once your have added your food.

DEHYDRATE FUNCTION
Dehydrating food is the process of having water removed from a type of food, by drying using a heat source such as the sun ( radiant energy) or heated air ( by electrical energy). SUITABLE FOODS: Fruits like bananas, apples, strawberries, vegetables like mushrooms, peas and corn, legumes like beans and lentils, low fat meats.
HOW TO OPERATE THE DEHYDRATE FUNCTION:

1. Press the red STANDBY button
2. Select the Dehydrate Menu using the START/PAUSE dial
3. Press the START/PAUSE button to start cooking
   During dehydration, you can open the lid to check on your food. The timer will pause when the lid is opened and then automatically resume after it is closed.When the dehydration cycle is complete, the unit will beep and the word END will appear on the display screen.Remove your food and close the lid.

CAKE FUNCTION
The Cake Function creates your favourite cakes with minimal fuss. You will need a separate cake pan containing the cake mix, to place inside the EasyChef Air Grill.
HOW TO OPERATE:

1. Press the red STANDBY button
2. Select the Cake Menu using the START/PAUSE dial.
3. Press the START/PAUSE button to start cooking.
4. Add your food after ADD FOOD is displayed or press START/PAUSE to cancel Preheat. Close the lid once your have added your food.

BBQ FUNCTION
The BBQ Function creates your favourite outdoor foods inside, all year round. This function allows you to create steaks, juicy burgers, sausages, corn on the cob and more.
Benefits of the BBQ Function:

• Bottom heating element is active only.
• Default time is 12 minutes, at 200°C.
• Does not require the preheat function. SUITABLE FOODS: Lean meats, including steaks and meat patties, chicken, vegetables, fish.

HOW TO OPERATE:

1. Press the red STANDBY Button
2. To select the BBQ function turn the START/PAUSE dial until you choose the desired function.
3. Add your food after ADD FOOD is displayed or press START/PAUSE to cancel the preheat function.

RECOMMENDED COOKING
TIMES The default cooking time on the BBO setting is 12 minutes at 200°C. You will need to manually adjust this time to customise the heat and time temperature to suit your taste preferences and achieve your level of ‘done- ness.’
You can open the EasyChef Air Grill lid and check your food as it progresses.
GRIDDLE
The Griddle Function cooks at a higher temperature and for a shorter amount of time. It cooks from both heating plates (above and below your food). The lid will need to be closed for this function to work.
This setting is best for juicy pieces of meat, like lamb, beef, fish, chicken, pork. Please note, this setting will only work with the lid on, and we recommend you pre-heat the Grill plate first for best results. Benefits of the GRIDDLE FUNCTION: :

• Both heating elements are active.
• Default cooking time is 4 minutes, at 265°C.
• Does not require the preheat function. SUITABLE FOODS: Lean meats, including steaks and meat patties, chicken, vegetables, fish.

HOW TO OPERATE:

1. Press the red STANDBY button
2. Press the START/PAUSE button to start cooking.
3. Add your food after ADD FOOD is displayed or press START/PAUSE to cancel preheat.
4. Close the lid once your have added your food.

AIR GRILL MAINTENANCE 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 AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING : Allow the EasyChef Air Grill to cool fully before cleaning.

1. Unplug the EasyChef Air Grill. Remove the cooking basket. Make sure the cooking basket has cooled completely before cleaning.
2. Wash the accessories airflow 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.
3. For best results, place them both on the rack of your dishwasher to clean .
4. Wipe the EasyChef Air Grill body with a soft, non-abrasive damp cloth to clean.

STORING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Make sure the EasyChef Air Grill is unplugged and all of its parts are clean and drybefore storing.
2. NEVER store the Easy Chef Air Grill while it is hot or wet.
3. Store the Easy Chef Air Grill in its box or in a clean, dry place.

TROUBLESHOOTING

To begin, press the button.
•Make sure the frying lid is assembled correctly and fully closed.
Food is undercooked/not cooked| •The cook pot is
overloaded.| •Air fry smaller batches of food.
•Shake food 2 OR 3 TIMES during the cooking process.
•Increase TEMPERATURE.
•Increase AIR FRY TIME.
Food is not fried evenly| •The cook pot is
overloaded.| •Air fry smaller batches of food.
•Apply a light even coat of spray oil to food before frying.
•Shake foods 2 OR 3 TIMES during the cooking process.
White smoke coming from the unit| •The Air Grill is overloaded with oil.
•The cook pot have not been cleaned.| •When frying oily foods, such as bacon, you may need to clean out the frying basket cooking basket.
•Clean the frying basket and cooking basket after each use.
Fresh potato fries are not fried evenly| •The cook pot is
overloaded.| •Soak, rinse and fully dry potatoes before frying.
•Use fresh, firm potatoes.
Fries are not crispy| •Raw fries have too much water.| •Use a clean kitchen towel to wrap and dry cut potato fries thoroughly before adding oil.
•Cut potato fries into smaller slices.
•Shake and spray oil on potato fries frequently.

WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
This warranty is provided in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Directed Electronics Australia Pty Ltd (Directed Electronics) warrants that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase or for the period stated on the packaging.
This warranty is only valid where you have used the product in accordance with any recommendations or instructions provided by Directed Electronics.
This warranty excludes defects resulting from alterations of the product, accident, misuse, abuse or neglect. In order to claim the warranty, you must return the product to the retailer from which it was purchased or if that retailer is part of a National network, a store within that chain, along with satisfactory proof of purchase. The retailer will then return the goods to Directed Electronics.
Directed Electronics will repair, replace or refurbish the product at its discretion. The retailer will contact you when the product is ready for collection. All costs involved in claiming this warranty, including the cost of the retailer sending the product to Directed Electronics, will be borne by you.
Email: info@milahome.com.au
Phone: +61 3 8331 4800

INDEMNITY

You agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Mila from and against any and all claims, proceedings, injuries, liabilities, losses, costs and expenses (including reasonable legal fees), including but not limited to, claims alleging negligence, invasion of privacy, copyright infringement and/or trademark infringement against Mila products and services, relating to or arising out of your breach of any provision of these terms, your misuse of the Mila products and services, or your unauthorized modification or alteration of products or software.

WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER

Mila has a limited warranty whereby Mila warrants to you and only to you that Mila products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of your purchase of the Mila products (unless a longer warranty period is required by law).
The specifics of this Mila limited warranty are at https://www.milahome.conLauf
warranty
Mila also assumes no responsibility for and shall not be liable for any damages caused by misuse of the product or failure to follow the instructions provided. Other than the above product warranty for the Mila products, Mila and its suppliers disclaim all warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory, regarding the Mila equipment. Including any implied warranty of title, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or noninfringement of third party rights. Because some jurisdictions do not permit the exclusion of implied warranties, the last sentence of this section may not apply to you. Mila hereby further expressly disclaims all liability for any claims for service failures that are due to normal product wear, product misuse, abuse, product modification, improper product selection or your non-compliance with any and all applicable federal, state or local laws. This warranty and warranty disclaimer give you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary by state, province, or country. Other than as permitted by law, Mila does not exclude, limit or suspend other rights you have, including those that may arise from the nonconformity of a sales contract. For a full understanding of your rights you should consult the laws of your state, province, or country. For our Australian customers: please note that this warranty is in addition to any statutory rights in Australia in relation to your goods which, pursuant to the Australian Consumer Law, cannot be excluded.

LIMITATIONS AND LIABILITY

Mila liability for damages, especially for breach of duty or obligation, delay in performance, non-performance, or malperformance shall be precluded, except when these are due to negligent breaches of any significant contractual duty or obligation on the part of Mila. Any liability for negligence is limited to direct I sses usually and typically foreseeable in such case. Should the claim for damages be based on willful or grossly negligent breach of contractual duty or obligation on the part of Mila, the preclusion and limitation of liability mentioned in the preceding sentences will not apply. The preceding preclusion and limitation of liability will also not apply to claims for damages arising out of loss of life, bodily injury or health impacts for which Mila may be liable, or for non-contractual liability. Some states and countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Additionally, this provision is not intended to limit Mila’s liability in the event of Mila’s willful or intentional misconduct.

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