Ambiano MD 19780 User manual

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User-friendly
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User Manual
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AIR FRYER
FREIDORA DE AIRE

Table of contents
Scope of delivery....................................................................3
Components .................................................................................6
General information............................................................... 7
Reading and storing the user manual ..................................... 7
Proper use..................................................................................... 7
Explanation of symbols .............................................................. 7
Safety......................................................................................8
Signal symbol/word definitions................................................8
General safety instructions........................................................8
First use................................................................................. 14
Checking the product and package contents .......................14
Basic cleaning..............................................................................14
Operation.............................................................................. 14
Tips................................................................................................14
Using the pan and the basket...................................................15
Start of operation........................................................................16
Manual setting ............................................................................17
Pre-set mode...............................................................................17
Pre-set mode food table............................................................17
End of operation ........................................................................ 18
Cooking guide ...................................................................... 18
Cleaning................................................................................20
Cleaning the main unit ..............................................................21
Cleaning the pan and the basket.............................................21
Storage ................................................................................. 22
Troubleshooting................................................................... 22
Technical data ......................................................................24
FCC Statement.......................................................................24
Disposal................................................................................. 25
Disposing of the packaging .....................................................25
Disposing of the product..........................................................25

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Scope of delivery
Components
1Control panel
2Display
3Air vent (Top air vent / Back air vent), 2×
4Safety cover
5Release button
6Basket
7Pan
8Handle
9Connector
10 Bracket
11 “Pre-set mode food” icons (see the chapter “Pre-set mode”)
12 “Temperature” icon
13 “Time” icon
14 “Time/Temperature selection” icon
15 “ + ” icon
16 “Start/Pause” icon
17 “ - ” icon
18 “Menu” icon
19 “Heating” icon
20 “Fan” icon

General information
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General information
Reading and storing the user manual
This user manual accompanies this air fryer (hereafter referred to
as the “product”), and contains important information on setup
and handling.
Before using the product, read the user manual carefully. This
particularly applies to the safety instructions. Failure to do so may result in
personal injury or damage to the product.
Store the user manual for further use. Make sure to include this user manual
when passing the product on to third parties.
Proper use
The product is exclusively designed for the re-heating and cooking of food
such as french fries, vegetables, meat, poultry, and cakes. It is only intended for
private use and not suitable for commercial purposes.
Only use the product as described in this user manual. Any other use is
considered improper and may result in damage to property or persons.
The product is not a children’s toy.
The manufacturer or vendor cannot be held liable for damages or injury
incurred through improper or incorrect use.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used in this user manual, on the product or on the
packaging.
This symbol provides you with useful additional information on
handling and use.
3137742
The ETL Listed Mark is proof that the product has been
independently tested and meets the applicable published
standard.
The FCC logo indicates the product complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
Warning: Hot surface.

Safety
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Safety
Signal symbol/word definitions
The following symbols and signal words are used in this user manual.
WARNING! This signal symbol/word designates a hazard
with moderate risk, which may result in
death or severe injury if not avoided.
CAUTION! This signal symbol/word designates a hazard
with low risk, which may result in minor or
moderate injury if not avoided.
NOTICE! This signal word warns of possible damage
to property.
General safety instructions
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following notes.
− Read all instructions.
− Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
− To protect against electrical shock do not immerse the
product, power cord, and plug in water or other liquid.
− Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children. Keep the product and power cord
away from children.
− Unplug the product from the power outlet when not in
use and before cleaning. Allow it to cool before putting on
or taking off parts.
− The use of accessories not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
− Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or
plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any manner. Contact the manufacturer at
their customer service telephone number for information
on examination, repair, or adjustment.

Safety
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− Do not use outdoors.
− Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or
counter, or touch hot surfaces.
− Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
− Extreme caution must be used when moving any
appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
− To disconnect the product, switch the product off and stop
the cooking process, then remove the power plug from
the power outlet.
− Do not use the product for anything other than its
intended use.
− This product 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 to install the
proper outlet. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any
way.
− SHORT CORD PURPOSE: A short power cord is provided to
reduce the risk of personal injury resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Keep the user manual for future reference.

Safety
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WARNING!
Risk of electric shock!
A faulty electrical installation, excessive line voltage, or incorrect
operation may result in an electric shock.
− Only connect the product if the line voltage of the socket
corresponds to the data on the rating plate.
− Only connect the product to an easily accessible socket so
that you can quickly disconnect it from the power supply
in the event of a problem.
− Do not use the product if it is damaged or if the power cord
or plug is defective.
− The plug and power cord cannot be replaced. If the
plug or power cord is damaged, the product should be
scrapped.
− Do not open the housing; instead, have a qualified
professional perform repairs. Contact a qualified
workshop for this. Liability and warranty claims are
waived in the event of repairs performed by the user,
improper connection or incorrect operation.
− Only parts that comply with the original device data
may be used for repairs. This device contains electrical
and mechanical parts which are essential for providing
protection against sources of danger.
− Do not use the product with an external timer or separate
remote control system.
− Do not immerse the product or the power cord in water or
other liquids.
− Never operate the product or touch the power plug with
wet or damp hands.
− Do not pull the power plug out of the socket by the cord;
instead, always pull it out by the plug itself.

Safety
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− Never move, pull, or carry the product by its power cord.
− Keep the product and the power cord away from open
flames and hot surfaces.
− Lay the power cord so that it does not pose a tripping
hazard.
− Do not kink the power cord and do not lay it over sharp
edges.
− Only use the product indoors. Do not use the product in
damp rooms or in the rain.
− Do not place the product such that there is a risk of it
falling into a tub or sink.
− Never reach to retrieve an electrical device if it has fallen
into water. In such a case, immediately disconnect the
power plug.
− Never insert any objects into the housing.
− Always switch the product off and unplug it when you are
not using it, when you intend to clean it, or in the event of
a malfunction.
− Do not clean the product and accessories with metal
scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch
electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
WARNING!
Danger for children and persons with impaired physical,
sensory or mental capacities (e.g., partially disabled
persons, older persons with reduced physical and mental
capacities) or lack of experience and knowledge (e.g.,
older children).
− If they are supervised or have been instructed on how
to safely use the product and have understood the risks
associated with operating it, this product may be used
by children ages eight and over as well as persons with

Safety
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impaired physical, sensory or mental capacities, or those
lacking experience and knowledge. Children may not play
with the product. Cleaning and user maintenance must
not be performed by unsupervised children.
− Children shall not play with the product. The product is not
a children’s toy.
− Keep children under the age of eight away from the
product and power cord.
− Do not leave the product unattended while in use.
− Make sure that children do not play with the plastic
wrapping. They may get caught in it when playing and
suffocate.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury!
Improper handling of the product may result in personal injury.
− Accessible surfaces may become hot while the product is
operating. Avoid contact with hot parts and accessories.
− Do not move the product while in use or shortly after
operation as the product will still be hot.
− Never touch the inside of the product during use.
− Hot air and steam is released through the air vents. Keep
hands and face at a safe distance. Also be careful of hot
steam when taking the pan out of the product.
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the product may result in damage.
− Place the product on an easily accessible, level, dry, heat-
resistant and sufficiently stable work surface. Do not place
the product on the edge of the work surface.

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− Do not cover up or block the air vents while the product is
in use.
− A fire may occur if the product is covered by or touching
flammable material, including tablecloths, curtains,
draperies, and the like, when it is in operation.
− Do not place the product directly up against a wall or
against other appliances. Leave at least 4 inches (10 cm) of
free space around and above the product. The hot air and
steam that is emitted could cause damage.
− Immediately uplug the product if dark smoke is seen
coming from the product. Wait for the smoke to stop
before removing the pan from the product.
− Always put the food to be cooked inside the basket. To
prevent food coming into contact with the heating element,
do not overfill.
− Never place the product on or near hot surfaces
(stovetops, etc.).
− Ensure that the power cord does not come into contact
with hot parts.
− Never expose the product to high temperatures (heaters
etc.) or to the effects of the weather (rain etc.).
− Never fill the pan or the product with oil or other liquids.
− Never attempt to clean the product by immersing it in
water and do not use a steam cleaner to clean it.
Otherwise, you could damage the product.
− Never place the product in the dishwasher. It would be
destroyed as a result.
− Stop using the product if its plastic parts exhibit cracks or
breaks or are deformed. Only replace damaged parts with
corresponding original spare parts.
− WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock,
or injury to persons, do not leave the product unattended
while in operation.

First use
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First use
Checking the product and package contents
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
If you are not cautious when opening the packaging with a
sharp knife or other pointed object, you may quickly damage
the product.
− For this reason, be very careful when opening it.
1. Take the product out of the packaging.
2. Check to make sure that all parts are included (see Fig. A).
3. Check whether the product or individual parts are damaged. If this is the
case, do not use the product. Contact the manufacturer via the service
address indicated on the warranty card.
Basic cleaning
• Remove the packaging material and all plastic wrappings.
• Clean all parts of the product before first use as described in the chapter
“Cleaning”.
Operation
Tips
• Smaller ingredients usually require a slightly shorter preparation time than
larger ingredients.
• A larger amount of ingredients only requires a slightly longer cooking time.
A smaller amount of ingredients only requires a slightly shorter cooking time.
• Take the pan out, shake or turn the food over during cooking to optimize the
end result and prevent unevenly cooked food (see the chapter “Cooking guide”).
• Add a little oil to fresh and frozen potatoes for a crispy result. Air fry within a
few minutes of adding the oil (see the chapter “Cooking guide”).
• Do not air fry extremely greasy ingredients such as sausages.
• Snacks that can be cooked in an oven are suitable for air frying.
• Use pre-made dough to prepare filled snacks quickly and easily. Pre-made
dough also requires a shorter preparation time than home-made dough.
• Place a baking tin or oven dish in the basket if you want to bake a cake or
quiche or if you want to air fry fragile ingredients or filled ingredients.

Operation
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Using the pan and the basket
WARNING!
Risk of scalding and fire!
Improper handling of the product may cause injury.
− Do not fill the pan with oil. The product uses hot air for
frying, not oil. There is a risk of scalding.
− Do not fill past the MAX indicator (see Fig. D). Filling up to
¾full is the recommended amount. Food that is too close to
the heating element may burn. There is a risk of fire.
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the product may result in damage.
− Do not use or insert the pan into the product without the
basket.
− Be sure that the basket and pan are assembled and
fastened properly together. Otherwise, the pan may
detach during use.
− After cooking, always put the pan and basket onto a flat,
heat-resistant surface to prevent scorching of countertops
and other surfaces.
1. To remove the pan 7from the product, grab the handle 8and pull
away from the product.
2. To disconnect the basket 6from the pan, slide open the safety cover 4
located on the handle. Press the release button 5and lift the basket up
(see Fig. B).
3. To reconnect the basket with the pan, align the connector 9on the
handle with the bracket 10 at the front of the pan and lower the basket
into the pan (see Fig. C). You will hear a click sound indicating they are
securely connected. Slide the safety cover back over the release button.
4. To insert the pan into the product, hold the handle and slide the pan into
the product (see Fig. D). Make sure the pan is closed flush with the housing
of the product. The product will not turn on if the pan is not inserted
properly.

Operation
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Start of operation
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the product may result in damage.
− Make sure the safety cover is over the release button at all
times to avoid accidential release of the pan.
− Be aware of the MAX indicator (see Fig. D) inside the basket.
Do not overfill. Do not exceed the amounts suggested in the
“Cooking Guide”.
− Do not block the air vents. The blockage will affect the
cooking results and may lead to the product overheating.
− Cooking temperature can be adjusted in units of 10 °F from
min. 170 °F to max. 400 °F.
− Cooking time can be adjusted in units of 1 minute from
min. 1 minute to max. 60 minutes.
− When the “Temperature” icon 12 lights up, it means the
display is currently showing the temperature.
− When the “Time” icon 13 lights up, it means the display is
currently showing the cooking time.
− When the “Fan” icon 20 lights up, it means the fan is in use.
− When the “Heating” icon 19 lights up, it means the heating
element is active and heating up.
− You can pause the cooking process by tapping the
“Start/Pause” icon 16 at any time. To resume cooking,
tap the “Start/Pause” icon again.
− To turn off the product at any time, press and hold the
“Start/Pause” icon for 3 seconds. Except for the
“Start/Pause” icon , the control panel 1will switch off, and
the fan will stop shortly after.
1. Place the product on a flat, smooth, dry, heat-resistant work surface.
2. Connect the product to a power outlet. A bleep sound is heard and the
control panel lights up temporarily. The “Start/Pause” icon remains on.
3. Pull the pan 7out and put the food into the basket 6. Try to space out
the food so there is room for the hot air to circulate and cook the food.
4. Select a cooking mode (manual setting or pre-set mode) as described in the
followig chapters.

Operation
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Manual setting
1. Before proceeding, set up the product as described in the chapter
“Start of operation”.
2. Tap the “Start/Pause” icon 16 on the control panel 1. The display 2
will flash and alternate between the default cooking time and temperature,
set at 15 minutes and 400 °F.
3. While the display is flashing, tap the “+” icon or “-” icon ( 15 / 17 ) to
manually adjust the cooking time and temperature according to your recipe.
Tap the “Time/Temperature selection” icon 14 to switch between
adjusting the time and the temperature.
4. Once you have set the desired cooking time and temperature, tap the
“Start/Pause” icon again to begin the air frying process.
5. Continue to the chapter “End of operation”.
Pre-set mode
1. Before preceeding, please set up the product as described in the chapter
“Start of operation”.
2. Tap the “Menu” icon 18 repeatedly to cycle through the “Pre-set mode
food” icons 11 (refer to the “Pre-set mode food table” for details). The selected
mode is highlighed by the flashing “Pre-set mode food” icon. The corresponding
pre-set cooking time and temperature will flash in the display 2.
3. If you need to modify the pre-set time and temperature, tap the “+” icon or
“-” icon ( 15 / 17 ) to manually make the adjustments while the display is
flashing. Tap the “Time/Temperature selection” icon 14 to switch
between adjusting the time and the temperature.
4. Once you have set the desired cooking time and temperature, tap the
“Start/Pause” icon 16 to begin the air frying process.
5. Continue to the chapter “End of operation”.
Pre-set mode food table
Pre-set mode food icon Time Temperature
Pre-set for “French fries” 20 mins 400 °F
Pre-set for “Bacon” 4 mins 360 °F
Pre-set for “Chicken” 17 mins 400 °F
Pre-set for “Shrimp” 12 mins 360 °F
Pre-set for “Steak” 10 mins 360 °F
Pre-set for “Cake” 8 mins 380 °F
Pre-set for “Vegetables” 17 mins 320 °F
Pre-set for “Fish” 18 mins 360 °F

Cooking guide
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End of operation
1. When the timer countdown comes to an end, a series of bleeps will be heard
and the product will switch off. Except for the “Start/Pause” icon 16 ,
the control panel 1will switch off, and the fan will stop shortly after.
2. Pull out the pan 7and check to see if the food is thoroughly cooked.
If necessary, slide the pan back into the product and cook for a few more
minutes by manually setting the cooking time and temperature.
3. When the time is up again, and you have ensured that the food is cooked, put
the pan on a heat-resistant surface.
4. Take the basket 6out of the pan before emptying the food into a dish.
For bigger or delicate food items, use a pair of tongs or other kitchen utensil
to lift the food out of the basket and into a dish.
Dispose of the oil that has dripped from the food into the pan after the pan
has cooled down.
5. If you have other food items to cook, the product is hot and ready to go.
Place the food into the basket, reconnect the pan, and put them into the
product. Choose the desired mode, and tap the “Start/Pause” icon
to start the air frying process again.
6. When all cooking is done, unplug the power cord from the outlet.
7. Let the product and all parts cool down for at least 30 minutes, until they are
safe to touch.
8. Clean the product and accessories as described in the chapter “Cleaning”.
Cooking guide
This cooking guide will help you to select the basic settings for different
ingredients. It is only for reference and you should make adjustments to the time
and temperature as required. Cooking temperature is adjusted in units of 10 °F
from min. 170 °F to max. 400 °F. Cooking time is adjusted in units of 1 minute from
min. 1 minute to max. 60 minutes. Ingredients differ in origin, size, shape as well
as brand, so it cannot be guaranteed that the settings descibed below will work
best for your ingredient.
Food Min.–Max. amount Time Temperature Notes
Potato and Fries
Thin frozen
fries
8.8–12.3 Oz
(250–350 g)
18–20
mins
400 °F Add a little oil.
Take pan out
and shake × 2.
Thick
frozen fries
8.8–12.3 Oz
(250–350 g)
20–25
mins
400 °F Add a little oil.
Take pan out
and shake × 2.

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Food Min.–Max. amount Time Temperature Notes
Potato
wedges
14.1 Oz
(400 g)
20–25
mins
400 °F Add a little oil.
Take pan out
and shake × 1.
Meat and Poultry
Steak 3.5–14.1 Oz
(100–400 g)
10–15
mins
360 °F Take pan out.
Turn food over
half way.
Pork chops 3.5–14.1 Oz
(100–400 g)
10–15
mins
360 °F Take pan out.
Turn food over
half way.
Hamburger 3.5–14.1 Oz
(100–400 g)
10–15
mins
360 °F Take pan out.
Turn food over
half way.
Chicken leg 3.5–14.1 Oz
(100–400 g)
25–30
mins
360 °F Take pan out.
Turn food over
half way.
Chicken
breast
3.5–14.1 Oz
(100–400 g)
15–20
mins
360 °F Take pan out.
Turn food over
half way.
Snacks
Frozen
chicken
nuggets
3.5–14.1 Oz
(100–400 g)
6–10
mins
400 °F Use oven-ready.
Take pan out
and shake × 1.
Frozen fish
fingers
3.5–12.3 Oz
(100–350 g)
6–10
mins
400 °F Use oven-ready.
Take pan out.
Turn food over
half way.
Stuffed
vegetables
3.5–12.3 Oz
(100–350 g)
10
mins
320 °F Shake
Baking
Cake 8.8 Oz
(250 g)
8–15
mins
360 °F Use a suitable
baking tin.
Quiche 12.3 Oz
(350 g)
20–22
mins
360 °F Use a suitable
baking tin or
oven dish.
Muffins 2 pieces 15–18
mins
400 °F Use a suitable
baking tin.

Cleaning
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Cleaning
WARNING!
Burn hazard!
The product will get hot during operation and may cause burns.
− Let the product cool off completely before each cleaning.
NOTICE!
Risk of short circuit!
Water or other liquids that have penetrated the housing may
cause a short circuit.
− Make sure that no water or other liquids penetrate the
housing.
− Never immerse the product in water or other liquids.
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the product may result in damage to the
product.
− Do not use any aggressive cleaners, brushes with metal or
nylon bristles, or sharp or metallic cleaning utensils such
as knives, hard scrapers and the like.
They could damage the surfaces.
− Do not put the product in the dishwasher, as this will
destroy it.