Bella 8QT Touchscreen Air Fryer User manual

8QT
TOUCHSCREEN AIR FRYER
Instruction Manual
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Table of Contents
Important Safeguards ......................................................................................................2-3
Additional Important Safeguards.................................................................................. 4-5
Notes on the Plug ................................................................................................................5
Notes on the Cord................................................................................................................6
Plasticizer Warning ..............................................................................................................6
Electric Power.......................................................................................................................6
Getting to Know Your 8QT Touchscreen Air fryer ..........................................................7
Touchscreen Control .....................................................................................................8-10
Before Using for the First Time ....................................................................................... 11
Operating Instructions ................................................................................................. 12-14
Manual Operation....................................................................................................... 13
Preset Menu ................................................................................................................ 14
Easy-assist Function: PREHEAT (P) .................................................................................14
Air Frying Technique ....................................................................................................15-16
A Note on Air Frying Pre-Packaged Frozen Foods........................................................ 16
Air Frying Chart.............................................................................................................16-17
User Maintenance Instructions........................................................................................18
Care & Cleaning Instructions ...........................................................................................18
Storing Instructions........................................................................................................... 18
Trouble Shooting ...............................................................................................................19
Recipe Guide ................................................................................................................ 20-25
Warranty ....................................................................................................................... 26-27
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions shouldalways
be followed, including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
Use oven mitts or potholders.
3. To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord, plugs,
orappliance in water or other liquid.
4. 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 use of theappliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
5. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
withthe appliance.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner.
Bring it to a qualied technician for examination, repair or electrical
or mechanical adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended bytheappliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
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10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter,
or touch hot surfaces.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner,
or in a heated oven.
12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot oil or other hot liquids.
13. Always attach plug to appliance rst, then plug cord into the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to “off”, then remove plug
from wall outlet.
14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
15. Make sure the crisping tray is in place before adding food to be
air fried.
16. Make sure the frying basket is locked securely into the front of the
Air Fryer, while the Air Fryer is in operation.
WARNING: The Air Fryer will not operate unless frying basket
is fully closed.
CAUTION: After hot air frying, extreme caution must be used when
handling the hot frying basket, crisping tray, and cooked foods.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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ADDITIONAL
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping
steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk
of burns, res, or other injury to persons or damage to property.
CAUTION: This appliance is hot during operation and retains heat for
some time after turning OFF. Always use oven mitts when handling hot
materials and allow metal parts to cool before cleaning. Do not place
anything on top of the appliance while it is operating or while it is hot.
1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this instruction
manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
2. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical
outlet only.
3. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, pull the frying
basket drawer out of the body. Then remove plug from wall outlet.
Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.
4. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
5. Do not immerse power cord in any liquid. If the power cord
tothisappliance is damaged, it must be replaced by contacting
Consumer Service.
6. Keep the cord out of reach from children and infants to avoid therisk
of electric shock and choking.
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7. Place the Air Fryer on a at, heat-resistant work area.
8. Do not obstruct the air outlet or air inlets on the back and sides of
the Air Fryer, with any objects. Avoid escaping steam from the
air outlet during air frying.
9. Keep appliance at least 4 inches away from walls or other objects
during operation.
10. Always use the frying basket handle to open frying basket drawer.
11. WARNING: After air frying, make sure to place the frying
basketdrawer on a at, heat-resistant surface.
WARNING: Over-lling the frying basket may damage theAirFryer and
could resultin serious personal injury.
12. Never move a hot Air Fryer or an Air Fryer containing hot food. Allow
to cool before moving.
13. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad
and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
NOTES ON THE PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will t in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician.
Do not modify the plug in any way.
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NOTES ON THE CORD
A. A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord)
is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
B. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are
available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
C. If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used :
1. The marked electrical rating of the cord or extension cord should
be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
2. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should
be a grounding-type3-wire cord.
3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it does not drape over
the countertop or table top where it can be pulled on by children
or tripped over unintentionally.
PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating to the nish of the
counter top or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters
or place mats between the appliance and the nish of the counter top
or table top. Failure to do so may cause the nish to darken; permanent
blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, yourappliance
may not operate properly. It should be operated onaseparate electrical
circuit from other appliances.
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Getting to Know Your 8 QT Touchscreen Air Fryer
Product may vary slightly from illustration
Touchscreen
Control
Air FryerBody
Air Outlet
(not shown)
Air Inlets
Power Cord
with
Polarized Plug
(not shown)
Non-skid Feet
Frying Basket with
Cool Touch Handle
Frying Basket with
Cool Touch Handle
Nonstick coated
crisping tray
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Touchscreen Control
1. Once the frying basket drawer and frying basket are properly locked into the
Digital Air Fryer body, the red POWER ( ) button will illuminate.
2. The default TEMP: 370ºF and TIME: 15:00 minutes will alternate on the digital display.
3. Press the START ( ) button to begin air frying for 15 minutes at 370ºF.
4. Press the POWER ( ) button to turn the Digital Air Convection Fryer OFF. The white
fan icon ( ) will continue to ash for 20 seconds.
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Timer Control Buttons
Selecting the timer control (min), add or decrease cooking time using the + and – symbols. This
enables you to add or decrease cooking time, one minute at a time. Keeping the button held
down will rapidly change the time.
Temperature Control Buttons
Selecting the temperature control (°F), add or decrease temperature using the + and – symbols.
This enables you to add or decrease cooking temperature 5°F at a time. Keeping the button held
down will rapidly change the temperature. Temperature control range: 180°F – 400°F.
MENU Preset Choices
9 presets to choose from: French Fries, Shrimp, Roast, Chicken, Fish, Steak, Cheese melts
and Bacon.
Digital Display
This display will keep track of the temperature and remaining cook time.
White Fan Icon
The ashing, White Fan Icon will appear when the Air Convection Fryer is turned on and for up to
20 seconds after it is turned off.
Adjustable Control (Temperature and Timer)
The + and – symbols enable you to add or decrease cooking temperature and time.
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FUNCTIONS TIME (MIN) TEMP (°F)
DEFAULT RANGE DEFAULT RANGE
Default 15 1-60 370 180-400
Fries 22 1-60 400 180-401
Shrimp 8 1-60 320 180-402
Roast 25 1-60 400 180-403
Chicken 20 1-60 360 180-404
Fish 10 1-60 400 180-405
Steak 12 1-60 400 180-406
Cheese 31-60 340 180-407
Bacon 10 1-60 400 180-408
Preheat 31-60 400 180-409
IMPORTANT! When using the PREHEAT (P) function, reduce nal cooking TIME by 3 minutes.
IMPORTANT! Depending on the thickness and/or density of foods, it may be necessary to use
a meat thermometer to check cooking progress after preset TIME has expired. Ifmore time
is needed, cook at short time intervals until food tests done.
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Before Using for the First Time
1. Remove all packing material and labels from the inside
and outside of the air fryer. Check that there is no
packaging underneath and aroundthefrying basket.
2. Your air fryer is shipped with the frying basket locked
inside the air fryer body. Firmly grasp the frying basket
handle to open frying basket and place on a at,
clean work area.
3. Wash frying basket and crisping tray in hot, soapy water.
4. DO NOT IMMERSE THE AIR FRYER BODY IN WATER.
Wipe the air fryer body with adampcloth.
Dry all parts thoroughly.
5. To ensure the crisping tray ts snugly into the frying
basket drawer, there are 3 rubber tips attached to the
sides of the tray. Before using, check to make sure all
3 rubber tips are in place. If they become separated from
the tray, simply slide onto the tabs as shown. (See g 2.)
NOTE: During rst use, the Air Convection Fryer may emit
a slight odor. This is normal and will not affect the avor or air convection frying.
Figure 2
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Operating Instructions
IMPORTANT! The maximum food capacity recommended for this air frying basket is 4.4 lbs,
4 - 6 cups, depending. The air frying basket will accommodate up to a 9 inch round x 3 inch deep
bake or pie pan.
WARNING! This Air Convection Fryer should not be used to boil water.
WARNING! This Air Convection Fryer should never be used to deep fry foods.
1. Place the Air Fryer on a at, heat-resistant work area, close to an electrical outlet.
2. Firmly grasp the frying basket handle to open frying basket; then remove from the machine
and place on a at, clean surface.
3. Place the crisping tray into the base of the frying basket.
4. Insert the assembled frying basket drawer into the front of the Air Convection Fryer. Always
make sure frying basket drawer is fully closed.
5. Plug cord in the wall outlet. An audible beep will sound and a red POWER ( ) button will
appear on a black background.
6. To begin, press the red POWER ( ) button.
7. The touchscreen control panel will appear. POWER ( ) button will turn white.
8. The default TIME and TEMP: 15:00 minutes and 370ºF will alternate on the digital display.
IMPORTANT: If no buttons are pressed, the Digital Air Convection Fryer will remain
in standby mode
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Manual Operation
1. To adjust the default air frying TIME, select timer control button (MIN), press the (+) or (–)
on the right side of the control panel to advance or decrease TIME in 1 minute increments,
from 1 to 60 minutes.
NOTE: Timer can also be adjusted when time reects on the digital display
2. To adjust the default air frying Temperature, select temperature control button (°F), press
the (+) or (–) on the right side of the control panel to adjust the default (370°F) TEMP from
180°F to 400°F in 5 degree increments.
NOTE: Temperature can also be adjusted when temperature reects on the digital display
using
3. When the desired TIME and TEMP appear on the digital display, press the START ( )
button to turn the Air Convection Fryer ON. The white convection fan ( ) will twirl when
the Air Convection Fryer is in operation. The preset TIME will begin to count down. TEMP
and remaining TIME will alternate on the digital display.
IMPORTANT: If no buttons are pressed, the Digital Air Convection Fryer will remain in
standby mode.
4. To turn the Air Convection Fryer OFF at any time, or to reset the TIME, simply press the
white POWER ( ) button.
NOTE: To halt air frying immediately, pull the frying basket drawer out of the body at any
time. When the drawer is replaced, air frying will resume.
5. When the remaining TIME reaches 00:00, the red POWER ( ) button will appear and the
white convection fan ( ) will continue to twirl for 20 seconds. 5 beeps will sound as the
Air Convection Fryer automatically turns OFF.
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8 FOOD MENU PRESETS (French Fries | Shrimp | Roast |
Chicken | Fish | Steak | Cheese Melt | Bacon | Preheat)
1. To use food MENU options, simply press the desired food icon
2. When the desired food menu option icon is illuminated, press the START ( ) button to
turn the Air Convection Fryer ON.
NOTE: The quantity, density, weight of food will alter the total cooking time necessary.
Remember, frying smaller batches will result in shorter cooking times and higher food
quality.
IMPORTANT: Always check food halfway through cooking time to determine nal cook TIME
and TEMP.
3. To adjust the air frying TIME during operation, press (+) or (–) on the right side
of the control panel to advance or decrease time in 1 minute increments to 60 minutes.
Press the (+) or (–) on the right side of the control panel to adjust TEMP in 10 degree
increments.
Easy-assist Function: PREHEAT (P)
Save time and make perfect air frying effortless.
1. PREHEAT: If a recipe calls for a preheated oven, or, when cooking meats or proteins that
benet from a hot initial sear, use PREHEAT (P) function. Insert the empty air frying basket/
drawer into the body of the Air Convection Fryer.
• Press the START ( ) button to begin.
• The default TIME and TEMP: 3:00 minutes and 400ºF will alternate on the digital display.
• When 5 beeps sound, place food into frying basket, program the Air Convection Fryer, and
air fry to perfection.
IMPORTANT! When using the PREHEAT (P) function, reduce nal cooking recipe or preset
TIME by 3 minutes.
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Air Frying Technique
1. Please consult the Air Frying Chart and/or follow package directions for suggested
TIME and TEMP.
2. Always pat food dry before cooking to encourage browning and avoid excess smoke.
3. To assure even cooking/browning, ALWAYS open the basket drawer halfway through the
cook time and check, turn or shake foods in the frying basket. Some recipes may call for
brush or spray oil halfway through cooking. Adjust TIME or TEMP if needed.
CAUTION: Always use oven mitts when handling the hot air fryer basket.
CAUTION: Make sure the clear basket lock is in the locked position when shaking foods
for the Air Convection Fryer. To avoid damage to persons or personal property, do not press
the basket release button while shaking the frying basket.
CAUTION: Hot oil can collect at the base of the drawer. 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 drawer before emptying. NEVER turn the drawer upside down with
the frying basket attached.
4. Allow cooked foods to rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove the drawer from the machine and
place on a at, heat resistant surface. Then remove frying basket from the drawer.
5. Shake air fried foods out onto serving area. Promptly return the frying basket to the drawer
and lock into place. 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 frying basket
drawer between batches.
7. For crispier results, air fry small batches of freshly breaded foods. Create more surface area
by cutting food into smaller pieces. Press breading onto food to help it adhere. Refrigerate
breaded foods for at least 30 minutes before frying.
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8. Arrange breaded food in frying basket so that food is not touching to allow air ow on all
surfaces.
9. Spray oils work best. Oil is distributed evenly and less oil is needed. Canola, olive, avocado,
coconut, grapeseed, peanut, or vegetable oil work well.
10. Unplug the Air Convection Fryer when not in use.
A Note on Air Frying Pre-Packaged Frozen Foods
1. Where microwave ovens often produce hot, mushy results and toaster ovens take forever,
air convection frying assures reasonably fast, crispy, delicious results!
2. As a rule, depending on the food and amount to be cooked, suggested cook TIMES may
have to be reduced slightly. Always check food halfway through cooking time to determine
nal cook TIME and TEMP.
3. Always check cooking progress after TIME has expired.
Air Frying Chart
(Includes Preset Food Menu Items)
WARNING! Times are estimated and based on average sizes and weights.
ALWAYS USE A MEAT THERMOMETER TO ENSURE THAT MEAT, POULTRY AND FISH ARE
COOKED THOROUGHLY BEFORE SERVING.
NOTE: Frying smaller batches will result in shorter cooking times and higher food quality.
Adjust air frying temperatures and times as necessary to suit your taste.
NOTE: Unless food is pre-packaged and pre-oiled, for browned and crispy results, all foods
should be lightly oiled before air frying.
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FOOD TEMP AIR FRY
TIME ACTION
Root Vegetables, 3 - 4 cups fresh (roasted) 370°F 15-20 minutes toss with oil shake 3x
Asparagus, 3 - 4 cups, fresh thin stems 370°F 7-9 minutes spray with oil, shake 2x
Green Beans, Sugar Snap Peas, 3 - 4 cups fresh 370°F 7-9 minutes spray with oil, shake 1x
Broccoli, 3 - 4 cups fresh (roasted) 370°F 5-7 minutes spray with oil, shake 3x
Brussels Sprouts, halved, 3 - 4 cups fresh 370°F 8-10 minutes spray with oil, shake 2x
Butternut Squash, seeded,
1/2 inch chunks, 3 - 4 cups fresh 370°F 15 minutes spray with oil, shake 3x
Fennel, fresh, chopped, 3 - 4 cups 370°F 7-9 minutes spray with oil, shake 2x
Fried Sweet Potato Fries
(fresh, hand cut, 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick) 400°F 13-15 minutes spray with oil, shake 3x
French Fries, Idaho Potatoes, 2 - 3
(fresh, hand cut, 1/4 to 1/3 inch thick)
(frozen, 1/4 to 1/3 inch thick)
400°F
400°F
12 minutes
12 minutes spray with oil, shake 3x
Meat, Roast, Chops 360ºF 25 min
rub or spray with oil, add seasoning,
turn over test for doneness
Ribeye Steaks, (2) 1.25 lb.,
1-1/2-in. thick, room temp.
medium rare
medium
well done
400°F
400°F
400°F
Preheat + 6 min
Preheat + 10 min
Preheat + 14 min
rub or spray with oil, add seasoning, turn
over test for doneness, rest 15 minutes -
check at 12 minutes, rest 15 minutes
Hamburgers, 1/3 lb. (up to 4),
rare-well 350°F Preheat
+ 3 – 6 min
spray with oil, add seasoning, turn over
test for doneness
Chicken Wings, 2-3 lb. (fresh/thawed) 360°F 20 minutes spray with oil, shake 2x, test for doneness
Chicken Tenders/Fingers, boneless 360°F 18 - 20 min spray with oil, shake 1x
Chicken Pieces, bone in 360°F 20-30 minutes spray with oil, turn over, test for doneness
Fish Filet (fresh, thawed, battered) 400°F 10 minutes spray with oil, turn over, test for doneness
Shrimp (thawed, battered), 1- 2 lb. 320°F 8 minutes spray with oil, turn over, shake
PLEASE NOTE: The USDA recommends that meats such as beef and lamb, etc. shouldbe cooked
to an internal temperature of 145°F/63°C. Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature
of 160°F/71°C and poultry products should be cooked to an internal temperature of
170°F/77°C - 180°F/82°C to be sure any harmful bacteria has been killed. When reheating
meat/poultry products, they should also be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F/74°C.
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User Maintenance Instructions
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning must be performed
by a qualied appliance repair technician.
Care & Cleaning Instructions
WARNING! Allow the Air fryer to cool fully before cleaning.
1. Unplug the Air Fryer. Remove frying basket. Make sure the frying basket and crisping
tray have cooled completely before cleaning. Use the center hole of the crisping tray
to lift crisping tray up and out of the frying basket.
2. Wash the frying basket and crisping tray in hot soapy water. Do not use metal kitchen
utensils or abrasive cleansers or cleaning products asthismaydamage the
nonstickcoating.
3. The frying basket and crisping tray are dishwasher-safe. For best results, place in the top
rack of your dishwasher to clean.
4. Wipe the air fryer body with a soft, non-abrasive damp cloth to clean.
Storing Instructions
1. Make sure the Air Convection Fryer is unplugged and all parts are clean and dry before storing.
2. Never store the Air Convection Fryer while it is hot or wet.
3. Lock the frying basket into the drawer, and store inside the Air Convection Fryer body.
4. Store Air Convection Fryer in its box or in a clean, dry place.
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