NINJA AF080C Air Fryer User Guide

NINJA AF080C Air Fryer

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

• Read and review instructions to understand operation and use of product.
• Indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause personal injury, death or substantial property damage if the warning included with this symbol is ignored.
• Avoid contact with hot surface. Always use hand protection to avoid burns.
• For indoor and household use only.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, fire, electrical shock or property damage, basic safety precautions must always be followed, including the following numbered warnings and subsequent instructions. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

1. To eliminate a choking hazard for young children, discard all packaging materials immediately upon unpacking.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Children should not play with the appliance.
5. 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.
6. DO NOT place or store anything on top of product when in use.
7. DO NOT place appliance on hot surfaces or near a hot gas or electric burner, on or in a heated oven or stovetop.
8. NEVER use electrical outlet below counter.
9. NEVER connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-control system.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. 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.
13. ALWAYS ensure the appliance is properly assembled before use.
14. 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.
15. Before placing removable drawer into the main unit, ensure drawer and unit are clean and dry by wiping with a soft cloth.
16. 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.
17. Intended for worktop use only Ensure the surface is level, clean and dry. DO NOT move the appliance when in use.
18. DO NOT place the appliance near the edge of a worktop during operation.
19. 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.
20. ALWAYS ensure drawer is properly closed before operating.
21. When using this appliance, provide adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation.
22. DO NOT use the appliance without the removable drawer installed.
23. DO NOT use this appliance for deep-frying.
24. 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.
25. 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.
26. Should the unit emit black smoke, unplug immediately. Wait for smoking to stop before removing any cooking accessories.
27. 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.
28. Extreme caution must be used when the appliance contains hot food. Improper use may result in personal injury.
29. 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.
30. 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.
31. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be carried out by children.
32. 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.
33. DO NOT clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating the risk of electric shock.
34. Please refer to the Cleaning Maintenance section for regular maintenance of the appliance. Return the appliance to SharkNinja Operating LLC. for any other servicing.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS & ACCESSORIES

REPLACEMENT PARTS

To order additional parts and accessories, visit ninjakitchen.ca or contact Customer Service at 1-877-646-5288.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER

• Rotate dial clockwise to select cook time (1-60 minutes).
• Light will illuminate during cook cycle.

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove and discard any packaging material, promotional labels, and tape from the unit.
2. 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.
3. 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

TO BEGIN COOKING

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

1. Ensure the crisper plate is in the basket.
2. Place ingredients on the crisper plate that is assembled in the basket. Insert the basket in the unit.
3. Rotate the dial clockwise to select the cook time (1-60 minutes) and begin cooking. Light will illuminate indicating the cook cycle has begun.
   • NOTE: No preheat is required. The unit is designed for traditional air frying at 400˚F.
4. When the cook time is complete, the timer will beep. Remove ingredients by dumping them out or with oven mitts or silicone-tipped tongs/utensils.

CLEANING YOUR AIR FRYER

The unit should be cleaned thoroughly after every use. Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning.

If food residue is stuck on the crisper plate or basket, place them in a sink filled with warm, soapy water and allow to soak. DO NOT use harsh abrasives or scouring pads as these can damage the nonstick coating.

HELPFUL TIPS

1. For consistent browning, make sure ingredients are arranged in an even layer on the bottom of the basket with no overlapping. If ingredients are overlapping, make sure to shake them halfway through the set cook time.
2. The cook time can be adjusted at any time during the cook cycle. Simply rotate the dial clockwise to add additional time. To end the cook cycle early, rotate the dial counterclockwise until you reach 0 minutes. The unit will ding to indicate completion.
3. Occasionally, the fan from the air fryer will blow lightweight foods around. To alleviate this, secure foods (like the top slice of bread on a sandwich) with toothpicks.
4. The crisper plate elevates ingredients in the basket so air can circulate under and around them for even, crisp results.
5. For best results, remove food immediately after the cook time is complete to avoid overcooking.
6. For best results with fresh vegetables and potatoes, use at least 1 tablespoon of oil. Add more oil as desired to achieve the preferred level of crispiness.
7. For best results, check progress throughout cooking, and remove food when desired level of brownness has been achieved. We recommend using an instant-read thermometer to monitor internal temp of proteins. After the cook time is complete remove food immediately to avoid overcooking.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

• Why won’t the temperature go any higher?

  • The unit was designed to maintain a cook temperature of 400˚F only.

• Do I need to defrost frozen foods before air frying?

  • It depends on the food. Follow package instructions.

• Is the basket safe to put on my countertop?

  • The basket will heat during cooking. Use caution when handling, and place on heat-safe surfaces only.

• How do I know when to use the crisper plate?

  • Use the crisper plate when you want food to come out crispy. The plate elevates the food in the basket so that air can flow under it to cook ingredients evenly.

• My food didn’t cook?

  • Make sure the basket is fully inserted during cooking. For consistent browning, make sure ingredients are arranged in an even layer on the bottom of the basket with no overlapping. Shake basket to toss loose ingredients for even crispiness.

• My food is burned?

  • For best results, be sure not to overfill the pot with food (reference the max fill line for guidance).
    Check progress throughout cooking and remove food when desired level of brownness has been achieved. Remove food immediately after the cook time is complete to avoid overcooking.

• Why do some ingredients blow around when air frying?

  • Occasionally, the fan from the air fryer will blow lightweight foods around. Use toothpicks to secure loose lightweight food, like the top slide on a sandwich.

• Can I air fry wet, battered ingredients?

  • Yes, but use the proper breading technique. It is important to coat foods first with flour, then with egg, and then with bread crumbs. Press breading firmly onto all battered ingredients, so crumbs won’t be blown off by the fan.

• Why did the unit beep?

  • The food is done cooking.

ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

The One (1) Year Limited Warranty applies to purchases made from authorized retailers of SharkNinja Operating LLC. Warranty coverage applies to the original owner and to the original product only and is not transferable. SharkNinja warrants that the unit shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase when it is used under normal household conditions and maintained according to the requirements outlined in the Owner’s Guide, subject to the following conditions and exclusions

What is covered by this warranty?

1. The original unit and/or non-wearable parts deemed defective, in SharkNinja’s sole discretion, will be repaired or replaced up to one (1) year from the original purchase date.
2. In the event a replacement unit is issued, the warranty coverage ends six (6) months following the receipt date of the replacement unit or the remainder of the existing warranty, whichever is later. SharkNinja reserves the right to replace the unit with one of equal or greater value.

What is not covered by this warranty?

1. Normal wear and tear of wearable parts (such as blending vessels, lids, cups, blades, blender bases, removable pots, racks, pans, etc.), which require regular maintenance and/or replacement to ensure the proper functioning of your unit, are not covered by this warranty. Replacement parts are available for purchase at https://www.ninjakitchen.ca/page/parts-and-accessories.
2. Any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes.
3. Damage caused by misuse, abuse, negligent handling, failure to perform required maintenance (e.g., failure to keep the well of the motor base clear of food spills and other debris), or damage due to mishandling in transit.
4. Consequential and incidental damages.
5. Defects caused by repair persons not authorized by SharkNinja. These defects include damages caused in the process of shipping, altering, or repairing the SharkNinja product (or any of its parts) when the repair is performed by a repair person not authorized by SharkNinja.
6. Products purchased, used, or operated outside North America.

How to get service

If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period, visit https://support.ninjakitchen.ca/ for product care and maintenance self-help. Our Customer Service Specialists are also available at 1 855 520-7816 to assist with product support and warranty service options, including the possibility of upgrading to our VIP warranty service options for select product categories. So we may better assist you, please register your product online at https://www.ninjakitchen.ca/register/guarantee and have the product on hand when you call. SharkNinja will cover the cost for the customer to send in the unit to us for repair or replacement. A fee of $20.95 (subject to change) will be charged when SharkNinja ships the repaired or replacement unit.

How to initiate a warranty claim

You must call 1 855 520-7816 to initiate a warranty claim. You will need the receipts proof of purchase. We also ask that you register your product online at https://www.ninjakitchen.ca/register/guarantee and have the product on hand when you call, so we may better assist you. A Customer Service Specialist will provide you with return and packing instruction information.

How state law applies

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from one province or one state to another. Some US states and some Canadian provinces do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you.

THANK YOU for purchasing the Ninja® Air Fryer

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Voltage: 120V~, 60Hz
• Watts: 1000W

SharkNinja Operating LLC

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