Secura TXG-DS15 Electric Hot Air Fryer User Manual

 Secura TXG-DS15 Electric Hot Air Fryer

WELCOME

Congratulations on your new purchase from Secura! We believe in providing the best products to our customers, and all Secura products meet strict standards for manufacturing, performance, and safety. We believe in providing the best customer service, and that is why we offer a one-year warranty that will ensure customer satisfaction. You can expect to continue enjoying your new appliance for many years.

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DANGER!

• Never immerse the housing, which contains the heating elements and other electrical components, in water or rinse under the tap.
• To prevent electric shock do not let any water or other liquid enter the appliance.
• To prevent the ingredients being fried from coming into contact with the heating elements always place the ingredients in the basket, being careful not to overfill the basket.
• Do not cover the air inlet and the air outlet openings while the appliance is operating.
• Do not fill the pan with oil as this may cause a fire hazard.
• Never touch the inside of the appliance while it is operating.

WARNING!

• This appliance is not intended for use by children, persons 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 this appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Make sure the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local voltage before you connect the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance if the plug, the power cord, or the appliance itself is damaged.
• If the power cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid the hazard of fire or shock.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be done by children.
• Keep the appliance and its power cord out of the reach of children when the appliance is switched on or is cooling down.
• Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces.
• Do not plug in the appliance or operate the control panel with wet hands.
• Only connect the appliance to a grounded wall socket. Always make sure that the plug is inserted into the wall socket properly.
• Never connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-control system to avoid a hazardous situation.
• Do not place the appliance on or near combustible materials such as a tablecloth or curtain.
• Do not place the appliance against a wall or other appliances. Leave at least 4 inches of free space on the back and sides and 4 inches of free space above the appliance. Do not place anything on top of the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described in this manual.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is operating.
• During hot air frying, hot steam is released through the air outlet openings. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the steam and from the air outlet openings. Also, be careful of hot steam and air when you remove the pan from the appliance.
• The accessible surfaces may become hot during use.
• After using the appliance, the metal basket and interior are very hot, avoid contact with the hot metal after cooking.
• Immediately unplug the appliance if you see dark smoke coming out of the appliance. Wait for the smoke emission to stop before you remove the pan from the appliance.

CAUTION!

• Place the appliance on a horizontal, even, and stable surface.
• This appliance is intended for normal household use only. It is not intended for use in environments such as staff kitchens shops, offices, farms, or other work environments. Nor is it intended to be used by clients in hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and other commercial living environments.
• If the appliance is used improperly or for professional or semi-professional purposes or if it is not used according to the instructions in the user manual, the guarantee becomes invalid and we could refuse any liability for damage caused.
• Always unplug the appliance after use.
• Let the appliance cool down for approx. 30 minutes before you handle or clean it.
• Always remove burnt remnants.
• The appliance has an automatic shut-off feature that is activated if the pan is removed while cooking is taking place.

INTRODUCTION

Your new air fryer allows you to prepare your favorite ingredients and snacks more healthily. The air fryer uses hot air in combination with high-speed air circulation (rapid hot air) and a top grill to prepare a variety of tasty dishes in a healthy, fast, and easy way. Your ingredients are heated from all sides at once and there is no need to add oil to most of the ingredients.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF MAIN PARTS

1. Timer (0-60 min.)/ power-on knob
2. Heating light
3. Power light
4. Temperature control knob
5. Release button cover
6. Basket release button
7. Basket handle
8. Pan
9. Skewers
10. Toaster Rack
11. Basket
12. Air Inlet

OVERHEATING PROTECTION

This appliance has a built-in overheating protection system; if the inner temperature control system senses an extreme overheating condition, the overheating protection is automatically triggered and the appliance will no longer function. Unplug the power cord, let the appliance cool down, and then send it to an authorized service center for repair.

AUTOMATIC SWITCH-OFF

This appliance is equipped with a timer. When the timer has counted down to 0, the appliance produces a bell sound and switches off automatically. To switch off the appliance manually, turn the timer knob counterclockwise until it reaches 0.
Note:
If the pan is removed during cooking, the appliance will switch off automatically but the timer will continue to count down.

ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS (EMF)

This appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.

SPECIFICATIONS

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove all packaging material.
2. Remove any stickers or labels from the appliance.
3. Thoroughly clean the basket and pan with hot soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge.
   Note:
   These parts are also dishwasher safe.
4. Wipe the inside and outside of the appliance with a moist cloth.

PREPARING FOR USE

1. Place the appliance on a stable, horizontal, and level surface. Do not place the appliance on non-heat-resistant surfaces.
2. Place the basket into the pan. It will “lock” into place.
3. Put the pan into the machine.
   Note:
   the pan MUST be put into the appliance properly, otherwise the appliance will not work!
4. Plug the appliance into a grounded power outlet. This is an air fryer that works on hot air. Do not fill the pan with oil or any other liquid.

• Do not put anything on top of the appliance.
• Do not block the air-inlets on either side of the appliance, this disrupts the airflow and affects the hot air frying results.

USING THE APPLIANCE

The air fryer can prepare a large range of ingredients. Please refer to the table in the section “Settings” for recommended cooking temperatures, times, and additional information about air frying.

Hot air frying

1. Connect the power cord to a grounded power outlet.
2. Carefully pull the pan out of the air fryer.
3. Put the ingredients in the basket and make sure the basket is “locked” in place in the pan.
   Note:
   Never overfill the basket or exceed the recommended amount (see section ‘Settings’ in this chapter), as this could negatively affect the quality of the results.
4. Slide the pan back into the air fryer (you will feel a “catch” when it has been inserted
   correctly). Never use the pan without the basket in it. If the pan isn’t inserted into the air fryer properly, the appliance won’t work!
   Caution:
   Do not touch the pan during and immediately after use, as it gets very hot. Only hold the pan by the handle.
5. Turn the temperature control knob to the required temperature. See the table in the section “Settings” in this chapter to determine the recommended temperature.
6. Determine the required preparation time for the ingredient (see the table in the section “Settings” in this chapter).
7. The timer control knob acts as the “ON/OFF” switch for the Air Fryer. Turn the timer knob to the required preparation time:

Tip:
Add 3 minutes to the preparation time when the appliance is cold or you can preheat the Air Fryer without any ingredients inside. To preheat, turn the temperature knob to the temperature you will be frying at and then turn the timer knob to more than 3 minutes and wait until the heating-up light goes out (after approx.

3 minutes). Then remove the empty pan & basket, fill the basket with your choice of ingredients, replace the filled pan & basket assembly in the fryer, and turn the timer knob to the required preparation time. The pan & basket will be hot at this time, so be careful when handling it and filling it with ingredients.

Caution:
Do not press the button on the handle during shaking as this will cause the basket to separate from the pan.

Tip:
To reduce the weight, you can remove the basket from the pan and shake the basket only. To do so, pull the pan out of the appliance, place it on a heat-resistant surface, and press the button on the handle to release the basket.
Tip:
If you set the timer to half the preparation time, the timer bell will go off when you have to shake the ingredients. However, this means that you have to set the timer again to the remaining preparation time after shaking.
Tip:
If you set the timer to full preparation time, there will be no timer bell halfway through cooking. You will need to monitor the cooking process to determine the halfway point for shaking the pan. You can pull the pan out at any time to check the ingredient’s cooking condition, the power will shut down automatically and resume after you slide the pan back into the appliance (the timer always continues to count down in this situation).

Settings
The table below provides recommendations for the basic settings for the ingredients you want to prepare.

Note:
Keep in mind that these settings are suggestions. As ingredients differ in origin, size, shape as well as brand, we cannot guarantee the best setting for your ingredients.

Because the rapid hot air technology instantly reheats the air inside the appliance, pulling the pan briefly out of the appliance during hot air frying barely disturbs the process.

Tips:

• Shaking smaller ingredients halfway through the cooking process optimizes the result and can help prevent unevenly fried ingredients.
• Add some oil to fresh potatoes for a crispy result. Fry your ingredients in the air fryer within a few minutes after you add the oil.
• Do not prepare extremely greasy ingredients such as sausages in the air fryer.
• Snacks that can be prepared in an oven can also be prepared in the air fryer.
• The optimal amount for preparing crispy fries is 18 oz/500 grams.
• Use pre-made dough to prepare filled snacks quickly and easily. Pre-made dough also requires a shorter cooking time than home-made dough.
• Place a baking tin or oven dish in the air fryer basket if you want to bake a cake or quiche or if you want to fry fragile ingredients or filled ingredients.
• You can also use the air fryer to reheat ingredients. To reheat ingredients, set the temperature to 148°C/300°F for up to 10 minutes.

Note:
Add 3 minutes to the cooking time when you start frying while the air fryer is still cold or preheat the air fryer with no ingredients in the basket.

Meat Temperatures & Doneness Chart Recommended by USDA

CLEANING

Clean the appliance after every use.

Always allow the Air Fryer to cool down before cleaning.
Do not use metal utensils to remove or stir ingredients in the basket or abrasive cleaning materials on the pan or the basket as this may damage the non-stick coating.

1. Remove the power cord from the wall socket and let the appliance cool down.
   Note:
   Remove the pan to let the air fryer cool down more quickly.
2. Wipe the outside of the appliance with a moist cloth.
3. Clean the pan and the basket with warm soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge or wash them in the dishwasher.
   Tip:
   If food is stuck to the basket or the bottom of the pan, fill the pan with hot soapy water put the basket in the pan, and let the pan and the basket soak for approximately 10 minutes.
4. Clean the inside of the appliance with hot water and a non-abrasive sponge.
5. Clean the heating element with a cleaning brush to remove any food residues.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Blooming Onion

Servings 4

ingredients

• 1 Large white onion
• 0.25 cup Milk, nonfat
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.75 cup Panko
• 0.75 cup of our
• 1.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Sea Salt

Directions

1. Mix breadcrumbs with olive oil & Cajun seasoning. In a separate dish, mix salt & pepper into the flour. In a bowl, mix milk with egg.
2. Peel onion and cut off top. Place the cut side down onto a cutting board.
3. Starting at 2 inches from the root, cut downward, all the way to the cutting board. Repeat to make 4 evenly spaced cuts around the onion.
4. Continue slicing between each section until you have made 8 cuts total.
5. Place sliced onion in iced water for at least 2 hours / overnight. Remove from water, and pat dry. Open the onion so its petals are exposed.
6. Beat eggs with 2 Tbsp. milk. Place onion on a tray or in a bowl.
7. Sprinkle onion generously with fl our mixture. Make sure to get in between all its petals. Turn onion upside down to remove excess fl our mixture.
8. Using a ladle, ladle the egg mixture into every crevice. Lift the onion and turn to make sure the excess egg drips off.
9. Sprinkle onion very generously with breadcrumb mixture. Press into place.
10. Place the blooming onion into the fry basket and cover the top with aluminum foil (like a tent).
11. Place the basket back into the pan and slide the pan into the Air Fryer.
12. Set the temperature to 182°C/360°F.
13. Set the timer to 10 minutes.
14. When the timer is done, check the crispness of the onion. Cook for 5-10 more minutes to desired crispness.
15. When done, remove carefully and serve with Ranch dressing.

Fried Chicken

Servings 3

Ingredients

• 3 Chicken thighs with skin, raw
• 3 Chicken legs with skin, raw
• 2 cup Flour, white
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1 teaspoon cumin (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup Buttermilk, whole

Directions

1. Soak chicken in buttermilk in the fridge for 2 hours.
2. Add seasonings to the flour. Mix well.
3. Dip chicken into the flour mix, then buttermilk, and back into the flour.
4. Place the chicken into the Fry Basket.
5. Mist chicken with olive oil.
6. Insert the Fry Basket into the Air Fryer.
7. Set the temperature knob to 200°C/390°F.
8. Set the timer knob to 20 minutes.
9. Turn chicken every 5 minutes.
10. Serve when chicken is cooked to desired crispiness (ensure the internal temperature is at least 74°C/165°F).

Hot Wings
Servings 2

Ingredients

• 12 chicken wings, drumettes raw
• 1 cup buffalo wing sauce

Directions

1. Place the wings into a bowl with 1 tbsp of cooking oil. Toss to coat the wings with a light coating of oil.
2. Place the wings into the Fry Basket/Pan and then into the Air Fryer.
3. Set the temperature knob to 200°C/390°F and set the cooking time to 25 minutes.
4. Halfway through the time, shake the wings.
5. When the timer goes off, remove the wings, place them in a bowl, and toss with the sauce.
6. Return the wings to the Air Fryer & cook for 8 more minutes at 200°C/390°F.
7. Toss halfway through.
8. Serve with Ranch Dressing &/or Bleu Cheese Dressing and additional buffalo wing sauce.

Roast Pork Loin with Red Potatoes

Servings 2

Ingredients

• 2-pound pork loin
• 2 red potatoes large diced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper fl akes
• 1 teaspoon parsley
• 0.5 cup balsamic glaze

Directions

1. Sprinkle the dry seasonings over the pork loin, and potatoes.
2. Place the pork loin, then the potatoes next to the pork in the basket, and place the basket & pan into the Air Fryer.
3. Set the temperature knob to 182°C/360°F and the timer knob to 25 minutes.
4. Once the timer has elapsed remove the pork loin from the Air Fryer, and check the internal temperature for the desired degree of doneness (70°C/160°F=med 75°C/170°F=welldone). If the meat is not at the correct temperature, remove the potatoes and put the pork back into the Air Fryer for 5 minutes or until the desired temperature is attained. Once the pork is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
5. Plate the roasted potatoes.
6. Slice the pork. Place 4-5 slices over the potatoes and drizzle the balsamic glaze over the pork.
7. Enjoy.

Country Fried Steak
Servings 2

Ingredients

• 2 6-ounce sirloin steaks-pounded thin
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup of our
• 1 cup Panko
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 6 ounce ground sausage meat
• 2 tablespoons fl our
• 2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. Season the panko with the dry spices
2. Dredge the steak in this order. Flour, egg, and seasoned panko
3. Place the breaded steak into the basket of the Air Fryer and place the basket & pan into the Air Fryer.
4. Set the temperature knob to 185°C/365°F and the timer for 12 minutes.
5. Once the timer has elapsed remove the steak and serve with mashed potatoes and sausage gravy.

Sausage Gravy

1. In a pan cook the sausage until well done. Drain fat, reserving 2 tbsp in the pan.
2. Add in the flour to the pan with the sausage, and mix until all the flour is incorporated.
3. Slowly mix in the milk. Stir over a medium heat until the milk thickens.
4. Season with pepper. Cook for 3 minutes to cook out the flour.

Bacon Wrapped Tater Tots

Servings 4

Ingredients

• 1 large bag of frozen tater tots, extra crispy
• 1 pound bacon, sliced medium
• 4 Scallions
• 3 tablespoons sour cream
• 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Directions

1. Wrap each tater tot with a piece of bacon and place it into the Air Fry Basket. Do not
   overcrowd.
2. Place the Fry Basket into the Air Fryer.
3. Set the temperature knob to 200°C/390°F.
4. Set the cooking time to 10 minutes.
5. When the timer is done, transfer the tater tots to a plate.
6. Spread cheese and scallions over the hot tater tots. Serve with sour cream.

Home-Made French Fries
To make homemade fries, follow the steps below.

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into ¼” thick sticks.
2. Soak the potato sticks for 30 minutes, then drain them and dry them with a paper towel.
3. Pour 1/2 tablespoon of cooking oil into a bowl, put the sticks on top, and mix until the sticks are coated with oil.
4. Remove the sticks from the bowl with your fingers or a kitchen utensil so that excess oil stays behind in the bowl. Put the sticks in the basket.
   Note:
   Do not tilt the bowl to put all the potato sticks in the basket at once, to prevent excess oil from ending up on the bottom of the pan.
5. For best results, preheat the Air Fryer to 200°C/390°F.
6. Fry the potato sticks according to the instructions in the table contained in the “Settings” portion of this guide.

Blackened Chicken
Servings 2

Ingredients

• 2 boneless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons Cajun Spice

Directions

1. Season the chicken breast generously with the Cajun spice by dredging the breast in the Cajun spice on both sides.
2. Place the chicken breast into the basket of the Air Fryer and place the basket & pan into the Air Fryer.
3. Set the temperature knob to 182°C/360°F and set the timer for 10 minutes.
4. Once the timer is done check the internal temperature to make sure it is at least 74°C/165°F. Remove chicken from the Air Fryer. Slice the chicken breast and place it over your favorite salad or sandwich.

STORAGE

1. Unplug the appliance and let it cool down.
2. Make sure all parts are clean and dry.
3. Put the air fryer in a clean and dry place.

DISPOSAL
When the appliance has reached the end of its life, please be responsible for its disposal. This and other electrical appliances contain valuable material and can be dangerous to the environment if not disposed of properly. We ask that you follow the rules and regulations of your town as far as disposing of electric appliances. Please endeavor to take the appliance to an authorized recycling facility near you.

CONTACT

If you have any problems with this unit, please contact our customer service department at (888) 792-2360 or CustomerCare@thesecura.com Please read the operating instructions before using this product. Please keep the original box and packaging materials if service is required.

Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty

The Manufacturer of the product warrants to the original purchaser of this product from an authorized reseller or distributor that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for 2 years after the date of purchase.

The manufacturer will, at its option, repair or replace with a new or refurbished product. The manufacturer reserves the right, before having any obligation under this limited warranty, to inspect the damaged product, and all costs of shipping the damaged product for inspection and warranty service shall be borne solely by the purchaser.

The manufacturer’s limited warranty is valid only by the following conditions:

1. The product is purchased directly from the manufacturer or an authorized reseller.
2. The warranty is not transferable, only the original purchaser is covered by this warranty.
3. This warranty is void if the product is used in a commercial or institutional establishment.
4. This warranty is void if the product has been subject to misuse, abuse, negligence, unauthorized modification or repair, or accident. Normal wear and tear are not covered by this warranty.
5. Purchaser must present acceptable proof of original receipt for the product.
6. This warranty does not affect any other legal rights you may have by operation of law.

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