Bella PRO series User manual

6QT
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 6QT Air fryer..................................................................................7
Touchscreen Control ...................................................................................................... 8-9
Before Using for the First Time ....................................................................................... 10
Operating Instructions .................................................................................................10-13
Manual Operation.................................................................................................. 11-12
Preset Menu ........................................................................................................... 12-13
Air Frying Technique ....................................................................................................13-14
A Note on Air Frying Pre-Packaged Frozen Foods........................................................ 14
For Best Results .................................................................................................................15
Air Frying Chart.............................................................................................................16-17
User Maintenance Instructions........................................................................................19
Care & Cleaning Instructions ...........................................................................................19
Storing Instructions........................................................................................................... 19
Recipe Guide .................................................................................................................18-27
Warranty ....................................................................................................................... 28-29
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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 6 QT 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. There are 7 menu options, each with a preset time andtemperature.
2. Press MENU (M) once. The French Fries icon will illuminate. PressMENU (M) to advance to
the next menu option.
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FOOD TEMP AIR FRY TIME ACTION
French Fries, Idaho Potatoes,
2-3 cups (fresh, hand cut,
1/4to 1/3-in. thick
400°F 22 minutes Spray with oil, shake 3x
Meat, Roast, Chops,
1—2 lbs. 400°F 25 minutes Rub or spray with oil,
turn over, test for doneness
Shrimp,
(thawed, battered), 1 lb. 320°F 8 minutes Spray with oil, turn over,
shake
Cake, 1 layer, 7-inch 310°F 30 minutes Test for doneness
Chicken,
1 lb. (fresh/thawed) 360°F 20 minutes Rub or spray with oil,
turn over, test for doneness
Steak, 1 lb., room temp.,
medium rare 400°F 12 minutes Rub or spray with oil, turn over,
test for doneness
Fish Filet, 1 lb., fresh,
thawed, battered 400°F 10 minutes Spray with oil, turn over,
test for doneness
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.)
Operating Instructions
WARNING! This air fryer shouldnotbeusedtoboilwater.
NOTE: During rst use, the air fryermayemitaslightodor. This is normal.
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. Arrange food on top of the crisping tray. Do not overll frying basket with food.
To ensure proper cooking and air circulation, NEVER ll any frying basket more than 2/3 full.
When air frying fresh vegetables, we do not recommend adding more than 1-1/2 cups
of food to the frying basket.
Figure 2
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5. Fully insert the frying basket into the front of the Air Fryer.
6. Plug cord in the wall outlet. A lone red POWER ( )
will appear on a black background.
7. To begin, press the red POWER ( ).
8. The control panel will appear, POWER ( ) turns white.
15 370
9. The default TIME and TEMPERATURE: 15 minutes and 370˚F will alternate on the display.
Manual Operation
10. To adjust the air frying TIME, press the (+) or (–) on the left side of the control panel
toadvance or decrease time in 1 minute increments, from 1 to 60 minutes.
11. Press the (+) or (–) on the right side of the control panel to adjust TEMPERATURE from180°F
to 400°F in 10 degree increments.
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12. When the desired TIME and TEMPERATURE appear on the display, press the white POWER
( ) to turn the air fryer ON. Thewhiteconvection fan ( ) willtwirl whenthe air fryer
is in operation. The preset temperature and timewill alternate onthedisplay until thetime
has expired.
IMPORTANT: The air fryer will not heat until thewhite POWER( ) is pressed.
If no buttons are pressed, the display time will begin tocountdown. In15minutes,
theair fryer will automatically turn OFF.
13. To turn the air fryer OFF at any time, simply press the white POWER ( ).
The white convection fan ( ) will continue to twirl for20seconds and the lone
redPOWER ( ) will appear on a black background. 5beeps will sound.
Preset Menu (French Fries | Chops | Shrimp | Cake | Poultry | Steak | Fish) Options
14. To use preset menu options, simply press MENU (M).
Each time MENU (M) is pressed, the next menu option will illuminate.
15. When the desired menu option icon is illuminated, press the white POWER ( )
to turn the air fryer ON.
NOTE: If the MENU (M) is not pressed again, the Air Fryer will automatically begin operation
in 4 seconds.
16. The white convection fan ( ) will twirl when the air fryer is in operation. Thepreset
temperature and time will alternate on thedisplay until the air fry timehasexpired.
400 360
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17. 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 though cooking time to determine nal cooktime
and temperature.
18. To adjust the air frying TIME, press (+) or (–) on the left side of the control panel toadvance
or decrease time in 1 minute increments, from 1 to 60 minutes.
29. Press the (+) or (–) on the right side of the control panel to adjust TEMPERATURE from180°F
to 400°F in 10 degree increments.
WARNING! ALWAYS USE A MEAT THERMOMETER TO ENSURE THAT MEAT
ANDFISHARE COOKED THOROUGHLY BEFORE EATING.
Air Frying Technique
1. Please consult the Air Frying Chart and/or follow package instructions for suggested TIME
and TEMPERATURE.
2. To assure even cooking/browning, ALWAYS open the frying basket halfway
throughthecooking time and check, turn or shake foods in the frying basket.
AdjustTIME or TEMPERATURE if needed.
WARNING: Extreme caution must be used when handling the hot frying basket
andcrisping tray. Avoid escaping steam from the frying basket and the food.
CAUTION: Always use oven mitts when handling the hot air fryer 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.
3. If additional air frying is needed, adjust TEMPERATURE if desired, and set TIME
for2to5minute intervals until fully cooked.
4. When the air frying TIME expires, the white convection fan ( ) will continue to
twirlfor20 seconds until the lone red POWER ( ) appears on a black background.
5 beeps sound as the Air fryer turns OFF automatically.
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5. To turn the Air fryer OFF at any time, simply press the white POWER ( ).
Thewhiteconvection fan ( ) will continue to twirl for 20seconds and thelone
redPOWER ( ) will appear on a black background. 5 beeps sound as theair fryer
turns OFF automatically.
WARNING! ALWAYS USE A MEAT THERMOMETER TO ENSURE THAT MEAT,
POULTRYAND FISH ARE COOKED THOROUGHLY BEFORE EATING.
6. If recipe instructions instruct, allow cooked foods to rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
Remove the frying basket from the machine and place on a at, heat resistant surface.
7. Use tongs or a long fork to remove air fried foods onto a serving plate.
Promptly replace the frying basket into the front of the air Fryer.
Continue with subsequent batches, if any.
8. Unplug the Air fryer when not in use.
A Note on Air Frying Pre-Packaged Frozen Foods
1. The air fryer is powered with 1500W high performance technology that circulates heat
for fast air fry and recovery.
2. As a general rule, reduce the package cooking time by 30% to 50% depending on the food
and amount to be cooked.
3. Always check food halfway though cooking time to determine nal cook time
and temperature.
4. Always check cooking progress after TIME has expired. If more time is needed,
cook at short time intervals until food tests done.
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For Best Results
1. Use your air fryer to cook pre-packaged foods with a fraction of the oil, in a fraction
ofthe time!
2. Always check food halfway though cooking time to determine nal cook time
andtemperature.
3. Always pat food dry before cooking to encourage browning and avoid excess smoke.
4. To avoid excess smoke, when cooking naturally high fat foods, such as chicken wings or
sausages, it may be necessary to empty fat from the frying basket drawer betweenbatches.
5. 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.
6. Arrange breaded food in frying basket so that food is not touching to allow air ow
onallsurfaces.
7. Spray olive oil or vegetable oil work best as oil is distributed evenly and less oil is needed.
8. Do not overll frying basket with food. NEVER ll any frying basket more than 2/3 full.
When air frying fresh vegetables, we do not recommend adding more than 3 cups of
food to the frying basket.
9. Some foods need to be shaken vigorously or turned over during the air fry time.
Consultthe Air Frying Chart for a general guide.
10. The air fryer can be used to reheat food. Set the temperature to 300°F forupto10 minutes.
Check food at 5 minutes and adjust if needed.
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Air Frying Chart (Includes Preset Menu Items)
WARNING! ALWAYS USE A MEAT THERMOMETER TO ENSURE THAT MEAT,
POULTRY AND FISH ARE COOKED THOROUGHLY BEFORE EATING.
IMPORTANT! For your convenience, your air fryer has 7 preset menu options: French Fries,
Chops, Shrimp, Cake, Poultry, Steak, Fish.
The following chart is intended as a general guide only. The quantity of food air fried atone
time, the thickness or density of the food, and whether the food is fresh, thawed, orfrozen will
alter the total cooking time necessary.
1. To assure even cooking/browning, open the frying basket drawer halfway through
thecooking time. Check, turn or vigorously shake foods in the frying basket. Thischartlists
cooking temperature, average total air frying time, and what action istobe taken for
bestresults.
2. 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.
IMPORTANT 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, fresh, roasted, 3 - 4 cups 370°F 15-20 minutes toss with oil shake 3x
Asparagus, fresh thin stems, 3 - 4 cups 370°F 7-9 minutes spray with oil, shake 2x
Green Beans, Sugar Snap Peas, fresh, 3 - 4 cups 370°F 7-9 minutes spray with oil, shake 1x
Brocoli, fresh (roasted), 3 - 4 cups 370°F 5-7 minutes spray with oil, shake 3x
Brussels Sprouts, fresh, halved, 3-4 cups 370°F 8-10 minutes spray with oil, shake 2x
Butternut Squash, seeded, 1/2-in. 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
Kale Chips, 2-3 cups stemmed, chopped 370°F 3 minutes spray with oil, shake 1x
Fried Sweet Potato Fries, 3-4 cups
(fresh, hand cut, 1/8 to 1/4-in. thick) 400°F 13-15 minutes spray with oil, shake 3x
French Fries, Idaho Potatoes, 3-4 cups
(fresh, hand cut, 1/4 to 1/3-in. thick),
(frozen, 1/4 to 1/3-in. thick)
400°F
400°F
12 minutes
12 minutes spray with oil, shake 3x
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 fryer is unplugged and all parts are clean and dry beforestoring.
2. Never store the air fryer while it is hot or wet.
3. Store the air fryer in its box or in a clean, dry place.
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