Balzano TXG-DT16B Digital Air Fryer User Manual

Balzano TXG-DT16B Digital Air Fryer

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

• Read all instructions before use.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• WARNING
  • to protect against electric shock, fire, and personal injury :
  • do not immerse the cord or plug in water or other liquids;
  • do not immerse the appliance or any electrical components in water or any other liquids;
  • always switch off and unplug the appliance before cleaning;
  •  cook only in the provided basket placed in the Basket Holder.
• 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 the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children
• Unplug from the wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before leaning the appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or injuries to persons.
• Do not use it outdoors or in a damp area.
• Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
• To turn off and disconnect, press the ON/OFF button, then remove the plug.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
•  Never pull on the cord to disconnect the appliance from the wall outlet; instead, grasp the plug and pull on the plug.
• CAUTION – Risk of electric shock. Cook only in a removable container.
• Oversized foods or metal utensils must not be inserted into the appliances as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
• Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
• Never leave the appliance unattended during operation.
• During use and when removing the basket, hot steam is released. Keep hands and face clear.
• Ensure a minimum distance around the appliance of at least 15cm to other objects, cupboards, and walls.
• A fire may occur if the appliance is covered or touches flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of the appliance when in operation.
• Use extreme caution when removing the basket, the Basket Holder, or disposing of hot grease.
• Do not clean with metal sourcing pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts causing a risk of electric shock.
• Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of other than metal or glass.
• Do not store any materials other than the manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in this appliance when not in use.
• Do not place any of the following materials in the appliance: paper, cardboard, or plastic.
• Do not cover the basket or any part of the appliance with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the appliance.
• Let the appliance cool completely before putting it away or storing it.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

KNOW YOUR DIGITAL AIR FRYER
Prepare our favorite foods and snacks in a quick, healthy, and easy way with your new. This Air Fryer combines heat with high-speed air circulation to cook your ingredients from all sides, simultaneously! It also allows you to prepare a variety of tasty dishes without the addition of excess oils or fats to most ingredients. This Air Fryer features:

• Digital control of the cooking time and temperature.
• A digital Control Panel with 8 preset menu options.
• Temperature control range of up to 200°C
• A timer ranges from 1 to 60 minutes and is equipped with an auto shut-off feature. Once the timer reaches “0”, the appliance will turn itself off.

Other great advantages provided by your Air Fryer include:

• Fast cooking, with little to no preheating required.
• Quick and easy clean-up: the non-stick-coated parts are conveniently sized to fit in the dishwasher.
• Hassle-free frying – no spatters, no mess, and no oil smell!
• Versatility – with its frying, baking, grilling, and roasting capacities, this unit serves as a great cooking tool for a busy kitchen.
• No assembly required – very easy and safe to use!

Important
For golden, crispier results, similar to those obtained in a deep fryer, it is important to remember that leaner foods (fries, vegetables, chicken, fish, etc.) are best coated with just a tablespoon of oil. Simply add the ingredients in a bowl, add a tablespoon of oil, and toss until well coated.

You can also air-fry any food designed for being baked in the oven. The cooking times will likely need to be adjusted because the Air Fryer will bake food much faster than a traditional oven or toaster oven.

OPERATION

Before first use

• Remove all packaging materials, labels, and/or other transportation means.
• Check package content to verify it is complete and undamaged. Do not operate the appliance if the content is incomplete or appears damaged.

Danger of suffocation
Packaging materials are not toys. Always keep plastic bags, foils, and foam parts away from babies and children. Packaging material could block airways and prevent breathing.

NOTE

• Always use the appliance with the Basket placed securely in the Basket Holder.
• The appliance may produce an odor and emit smoke when switched on for the first time, as residues from the production process are eliminated. This is normal and does not indicate a defect or hazard.
  • It is recommended to operate it for at least 20 minutes on its highest setting (see “Using the appliance”) until no odor or smoke is present. During use, ensure ample ventilation.
  • Let the appliance cool completely.
  • Clean the appliance (see “Cleaning and Maintenance”).

Present Cooking Menu

The appliance is equipped with several pre-set cooking MENU. The cooking times and temperatures can be adjusted to suit your taste, food quantities, and food manufacturer’s instructions.

Using the appliance
This appliance can be used to prepare fries and potatoes, meat and poultry, snacks, and for baking (see “Recommended cooking times and temperatures”). This appliance uses a combination of hot air, high-speed air circulation, and a top Heating Element to cook food from all sides. It is an alternative way to cook food and snacks in a quick, healthy, and easy way.

WARNING
Do not use the appliance to cook greasy or fatty food, such as sausages, as the grease could catch on fire.

• Place the appliance on a clean, flat, and heat-resistant surface. Ensure a minimum distance around the appliance of at least 15cm to other objects, cupboards, and walls (ill. a).

WARNING

• Only use accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Do not place any other materials in the appliance.
• Do not cover or insert any objects into the Air Vents (ill. b).
• Never let the Power Cord with Plug come in contact with the Housing of the appliance during use (ill. c).

Danger of burns

• Always pay special attention when inserting or removing accessories and food from the appliance. Never place your bare hand inside the appliance (ill. d), or on the Housing (ill. e) when the appliance is plugged in and switched on. It is recommended to always use oven mitts.
• Escaping steam can burn.

• Insert the Basket into the Basket Holder (ill. f).
• Place the food to be cooked in the Basket (ill. g).

WARNING

• Do not overfill the Basket (ill. h). Do not exceed the MAX marking on the Basket when placing food inside.
• Do not use the Basket Holder without the Basket. Do not place food directly in the Basket Holder (ill. i).
• Do not add oil directly into the Basket or Basket Holder (ill. j).
• Place the Basket Holder with the Basket in the appliance housing (ill. k).

NOTE

• The appliance is equipped with a Safety Switch. If the Basket Holder is not placed correctly in the Housing or removed during use, the appliance will not switch on or is switched off automatically. Ensure the Basket Holder is flush with the appliance Housing.
• The Default Settings of the appliance are a temperature of 180°C and a time of 15 minutes.
• Press and hold either the Increase Temperature Button and Decrease Temperature Button or either the Increase Time Button or Decrease Time Button to adjust the corresponding setting faster.

• Insert the Power Cord with Plug into a wall outlet (ill. l). The ON/OFF Button lights up red.
• Press the ON/OFF Button to switch the appliance on. The display lights up and shows the Default Setting. Time/Temperature Display shows 15 and 180 alternate.
• Press the MENU Selection Button until the required cooking menu is selected (see “Cooking programs”) or use the Default Setting.
• Press the Increase and Decrease Temperature Buttons to set the required temperature °C and the Increase and Decrease Time Buttons to set the required time Min. Press the ON/OFF Button to switch off, if required.
• Press the START/PAUSE Button to start the cooking program. The fan symbol on the Control Panel blinks until the set time elapsed.

NOTE

• The fan symbol on the Control Panel will blink from time to time, indicating the appliance is heating, to ensure a consistent cooking temperature.
• Temperature and time can be adjusted at any time during the cooking process. Press the START/PAUSE Button to pause the cooking program. The fan symbol on the Control Panel stops blinking. Time and temperature can be adjusted according to your needs and another menu can also be selected, if required. Press the START/PAUSE Button again to continue the cooking process with updated settings.
• Most foods require the Basket to be shaken midway through cooking. Simply use the Basket Handle to remove the Basket Holder from the appliance, give it a shake, and place it back in the appliance. The appliance will switch off as soon as the Basket Holder is removed and switch back on once placed back inside.
• If cooking a large quantity of food, shake the basket regularly or at least every 8 minutes.
• The appliance can be switched off manually, by pressing the ON/OFF Button.

 

• Once the set time has passed, the appliance will be kept 3 times to indicate the cooking process has finished.
• Use the Basket Handle to remove the Basket Holder from the appliance (ill. m) and place it on a clean, flat, and heat-resistant surface. Never place the hot Basket Holder directly on a tabletop or countertop to avoid damage to surfaces.
• To remove the Basket from the Basket Holder, first push the Release Button Cover forward to expose the Release Button (ill. n).

• Then, press the Release Button and carefully lift the Basket upwards, out of the Basket Holder, by the Basket Handle (ill. o).
• Turn the basket upside down and carefully pour the food onto a suitable dish. Use suitable utensils to remove food, if required.
• Continue using the appliance straight away to prepare additional food, if required. If you have finished using the appliance, disconnect the Power Cord with a Plug from the wall outlet (ill. p).
• Allow the appliance to cool down completely before cleaning it (see “Cleaning and Maintenance”). Clean after every use.

Danger of burns

• Do not press the Release Button unless the Basket Holder is placed on a clean, flat, and heat-resistant surface, it may contain hot liquids generated during the cooking process.
• Always release the Basket from the Basket Holder before emptying it. Hot oil, other liquids, or food residues may have been collected in the Basket Holder.
• The metal surfaces of the appliance become hot. Do not touch while in use. Allow the appliance to cool for at least 30 minutes before handling and cleaning.

Preheat the appliance (if required)

• Insert Power Cord with Plug into a wall outlet, ON/OFF button lights up red;
• Press the ON/OFF button to switch the appliance on, Time/Temperature Display shows 15 and 180 alternate;
• Press the Decrease Time Button to set the time to 5 minutes, then press the STAT/PAUSE button to start cooking, The appliance beeps 3 times when the set time elapsed, indicating the preheat process is finished.

Recommended cooking times and temperatures

NOTE
The following temperatures and times are recommendations only. Adjust them to your personal preferences and needs. They are based on food at refrigerator temperatures. Cooking frozen food will take longer.

HINTS AND TIPS

• This appliance can be used to cook many foods that can also be prepared in a traditional oven.
• Smaller quantities of food normally require a slightly shorter cooking time than larger quantities of food.
• To reduce cooking time, defrost food before cooking. It is recommended that some foods should not be thawed/defrosted before cooking, such as frozen fish, and frozen French fries.
• It is recommended to use a meat thermometer to check the cooking progress.
• In the event of food flare-ups, do not remove the Basket Holder; press the ON/OFF Button and unplug the appliance.
• Do not release the Basket from the Basket Holder unless it is placed on a clean, flat, and heat-resistant surface.
• When the food you are cooking requires shaking, it is recommended to set the time to half the required time or use a separate timer set for half of the suggested cooking time. This way a bell will ring and remind you to shake the Basket.
• Use pre-made dough to cook filled snacks quickly and easily. Pre-made dough also requires a shorter cooking time than home-made dough.
• It is recommended to only use nylon, heat-proof plastic, or wooden cooking utensils. Metal utensils may damage the non-stick surface. Always remove utensils from the appliance. Do not leave them in the appliance during use.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Proper maintenance will ensure many years of service for your appliance. Clean the appliance after every use. The appliance contains no user-serviceable parts and requires little maintenance. Leave any servicing or repairs to qualified personnel.

WARNING
Always turn the appliance off by pressing the ON/OFF Button. Disconnect the Power Cord with Plug from the wall outlet before cleaning. Allow all parts of the appliance to cool down completely.

NOTE
Do not immerse the Power Cord with the Plug and appliance Housing in water or any other liquids. Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool, or scouring pads (ill. q). Dry all parts thoroughly after cleaning, before using or storing the appliance. Ensure that no water enters the appliance Housing.

• Remove the Basket Holder from the appliance and then the Basket from the Basket Holder.
• Wipe the inside and outside of the appliance with a slightly damp, soft cloth and some mild detergent if needed.
• Take extra care when cleaning near the Heating Element in order not to damage it.
• The Basket Holder and Basket can be washed in hot soapy water. The Basket Holder and Basket can also be placed in a dishwasher.

WARNING
Any food residue left on the Basket and Basket Holder could cause odor and/or smoke emissions. Ensure all parts of the appliance3 are free from residue.

NOTE
Dry all parts and surfaces thoroughly before use. Make sure that all parts and surfaces are completely dry before connecting the appliance to a wall outlet.

Storage

• Before storage, always make sure the appliance is completely cool, clean, and dry.
• It is recommended to store the appliance in a dry place.
• Store the appliance on a stable shelf or in a cupboard. To avoid accidents, ensure that both the appliance and its power cord are beyond the reach of children or pets.

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