Cook's Companion B422384-00003-00000 User manual

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Save These Instructions - For Household Use Only
Multi-Cooker & Air Fryer
Owner’s Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using your appliance, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following.
1. Read all instructions prior to using
2. Do not touch hot glass surface. Use handles or knobs.
3. Do not allow this item to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children. This appliance is not
intended for use by children.
4. Do not use for other than the intended use.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped in water. Return it to
the service center for examination, repair or adjustment.
6. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put immerse cord,
plug or the appliance in water or other liquids. This may cause
personal injury and/or damage to the product. See instructions for
cleaning.
7. Use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer
may cause fire, electrical shock, injury or damage to the product.
8. Never remove the plug from the socket by pulling the power cord.
Always unplug from the plug gripping the area.
9. Unplug from power outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
Allow unit to cool before adding or removing parts and before
cleaning the appliance.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table, counter, or touch
hot surfaces. Do not place on or near a gas or electric burner, or in
a heated oven.
12. To protect against fire, do not operate the unit in the presence of
explosive and/or flammable fumes.
13. Keep charger cord away from heated surfaces.
14. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
15. Extreme caution should be exercised when using or moving the
appliance containing food or other hot liquids.
16. Use only a level, dry and heat-resistant surface.
17. Don’t clean using metal scouring pads as pieces may break of and
touch electrical parts causing electric shock. Do not immerse the
unit in water or any other liquids.

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18. The unit should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from
other operating appliances. If the electric circuit is overloaded with
other appliances, this unit may not operate properly.
19. Do not move or lift the unit while the power cord is still connected to
the wall outlet. Remove the plug from the wall outlet and the unit
before removing the lid.
20. To disconnect: turn off the timer and then remove the plug from the
wall outlet.
21. During and after use, the cooking pan and other parts will become
very hot. Be sure to use the handles and wear protective oven mitts
or gloves.
22. Do not use the cooking pan for anything other than its intended
purpose.
23. Wait until the cooking pan and lid top have cooled completely
before moving or cleaning.
Do not use this appliance as a deep fryer. Do not fill with oil or
attempt to deep fry as this may cause fire and injury.
24. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, cook only in the removable
cooking pan provided.
25. When in use, do not place the unit against a wall or other
appliances. Ensure that there is at least one foot (12”) of free space
on all sides of the unit. Do not place anything on top of the air fryer.
26. During use, hot steam may be released through the ventilator. Be
sure to remain at a safe distance to avoid getting burned. Also be
cautious of hot steam when you remove the pan from the main
body.
27. Immediately unplug if you see any dark smoke coming out of the
main body. Wait for smoke to stop before you remove the pan from
the main body.
28. Use the handle when operating the glass cover. Keep your face
away from the air fryer when you are opening the glass lid to avoid
getting burned.
29. Be sure the pan is placed in the unit properly. Do not turn the unit
on without the pan inside.
30. Intended for countertop use only.
31. Read and follow all operational instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
•Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is
exercised in their use.
•If an extension cord is used:
-The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
-The longer cord should be arranged so that it does not drape
over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled by
children or tripped over unintentionally.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded while in use to protect the operator
from electrical shock. The appliance is equipped with a 3-conductor
cord and a 3-prong grounding-type plug to fit the proper grounding-
type receptacle.

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PARTS DESCRIPTION
CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS
Time dial: Manual set to desired time (0-30 minutes)
Temperature dial: Set bottom heat control to “MED”(medium heat) or
“HIGH”(high heat)
SPECIFICATIONS
Model No.
B422384-00003-00000, B422384-00005-00000
Supply Power
120V, 60Hz
Rated Power
900W
Capacity
4.7 Qt.

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BEFORE THE FIRST USE
•READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND IM PORTANT SAFEGUARDS.
•Remove all packaging materials and check that all items have
been received in good condition.
Tear up all plastic bags and dispose of them properly as they can
pose a suffocation or chocking risk to children.
wash the cooking pan in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
•Place unit on a dry, level countertop or table. Keep the edge of the
unit at least 3 inches away from any objects.
•Close the lid securely and attach the power cord to the unit and
the electrical outlet. Set the timer for 5 minutes and the
temperature dial to MED. This helps to eliminate grease that may
have adhered during manufacturing, and to eliminate the "new"
appliance smell.
•Ventilate the room during this period. When your unit is heated for
the first time, it may emit slight smoke or odor. This is normal with
many heating appliances. This does not affect the safety of your
appliance.
•After the timer has turned off and the air fryer has cooled, wipe the
inside of the pan again.
ABOUT YOUR PRODUCT
Your new Cook’s Companion multicooker and air fryer allows you to
cook in a healthier way, using less or no oil. Use your multicooker air
fryer to cook delicious foods, without the guilt!
The unit features a dual heating element: one located below the
cooking pan, and a halogen heating element located in the lid that
turns on and off intermittently. This unique design allows foods to cook
faster than in a traditional oven.
The Cook’s Companion multicooker and air fryer is simple to use and
easy to clean, making cooking delicious dishes a breeze!

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OPERATION
•Open the glass cover.
•Add your ingredients to the pan. Distribute food unevenly
throughout the pan to ensure even cooking. Place the food directly
on the bottom of the pan or use the rack to grill your ingredients.
•Close the glass cover.
•Connect the power cord to a grounded wall 120V AC outlet.
•Turn the temperature dial to your desired temperature and set the
timer dial to the required cooking time for your recipe.
•The halogen heaters will turn on and the heating indicator light will
illuminate to indicate that the unit is heating.
•Flip, stir or move the food once or twice throughout the cooking
process. Open the lid using the lid handle and use wooden, heat-
proof plastic or nylon utensils to turn food. Close the lid to resume
cooking.
•The timer beep will ding when cooking is complete, and the
halogen heaters will turn off automatically.
•Open the lid. Keep your face and hands away from the hot stream
when opening the lid. If you remove the pan, it must be placed on
a heat-resistant pad. Always wear gloves when handling the pan.
Note: During the cooking process the halogen heating light will turn on
and off intermittently.
CAUTION: During and after use, the cooking pan and other parts will
become very hot. Be sure to use the handles and wear protective oven
mitts or gloves.
CAUTION: NEVER FILL THE COOKING PAN WITH OIL. THIS APPLIANCE IS
NOT INTENDED TO BE USED AS A DEEP FRYER.
Note: Before placing the cooking pan into the cooker, which that the
cooking pan is dry and free of debris. Adding the cooking pan when
wet may damage the unit.

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COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
Use this unit to roast, bake, grill or air fry your food. Add batter directly
into the cooking pan to bake cakes or brownies.
Suggested cooking times and temperatures will vary depending on the
quantity of ingredients used. The cooking pan has a nonstick coating,
so it is not necessary to add additional oil to every dish. Keep in mind
that it is best practice to season foods after they have been cooked to
avoid scorching your dish.
Note: Wooden, heat-proof plastic or nylon utensils are recommended
for use with this unit. Some metal utensils may scratch the non-stick
surface.
Tip: When referencing cooking times for a conventional oven, reduce
cook time by about 25% as a general rule of thumb. Use the glass lid to
monitor the food and be sure to record the actual cooking time for
future use.
Use the table below to help select the best settings for the ingredients
you are preparing. Please note that this is only a guide; you will need to
ensure your food is properly cooked before serving.
Note regarding cooking temperatures:
MED setting: temperature reaches up to 320°F
HIGH setting: temperature reaches up to 450°F

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Ingredients
Min to Max
Quantities
Cooking
Time
Temp.
Directions
Brownies
10.5-oz to 21-
oz
16-20
mins
MED
Prepare dry boxed brownie batter
according to package
instructions. Lightly spray the
cooking pan with the nonstick
spray; pour the batter directly into
the pan.
Cake
10.5-oz to 21-
oz
20 mins
MED
Prepare dry boxed cake batter
according to package
instructions. Lightly spray the
cooking pan with nonstick spray;
pour the batter directly into the
pan.
Biscuits
8 biscuits
10-13
mins
MED
Use prepackaged refrigerated
biscuit dough.
Cookies
6-10
depending
on the size
8-10 mins
MED
Arrange cookie dough in the pan,
leaving space between.
Pizza
10.5-oz to 21-
oz
12-17
mins
MED
Place fresh or frozen pizza directly
into the cooking pan.
Frozen
French
Fries
10.5-oz to 21-
oz
15-25
mins
HIGH
Add 1/2 tsp of oil to frozen
ingredients.
Fish
10.5-oz to 21-
oz
10-20
mins
HIGH
Add oil only if desired.
Chicken
Wings
12 Wings
15-20
mins
HIGH
Add the grill grate to the pan and
arrange the chicken wings on top.
Spread them out evenly and do
not over crowd the pan. No
additional oil is needed.
Drumsticks
6-12
depending
on the size
20-25
mins
HIGH
Add the grill grate to the pan and
arrange the drumsticks on top.
Spread them out evenly and do
not over crowd the pan.
No additional oil is needed.
Beef
10.5-oz to 21-
oz
15-20
mins
HIGH
Add the grill grate to the pan and
set the beef on top. No additional
oil is needed.
Pork Ribs
10.5-oz to 21-
oz
10 mins
HIGH
Add the grill grate to the pan and
set the ribs on top. No additional
oil is needed.
Chart for reference only. Always make sure foods are cooked
thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.

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RECIPES
Biscuits & Sausage Gravy
1 can large biscuits
1 lb pork sausage
4 tbsp butter
5 tbsp flour
1 tsp black pepper
2 cups whole milk
Cook the biscuits according to directions on the cooking table.
Carefully remove from pan and set aside. Set the cooker to setting
“MED”and the timer for 25 minutes. Add the crumbled sausage into
the pan and cook for 15 minutes, opening and stirring every few
minutes until the
sausage is cooked. Add the butter, flour, and pepper. Stir then add milk
and stir to combine. Let thicken until the timer sounds; serve with
biscuits.
SERVES 6-8.
Creamy Mushroom Sauce
1/4 cup butter
1 lb baby portobella mushrooms (thinly sliced)
2 tbsp flour
1 cup chicken broth
2 tsp basil
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup parmesan
Set the cooker to setting “MED”and the timer for 20 minutes; preheat
the pan for 2 minutes with the lid closed. Add the butter and
mushrooms, then cook 6 minutes until soft. Add the flour and stir,
cooking for 1 minute then add the broth ¼ cup at a time making sure
to stir each time. Add the basil, heavy cream, and parmesan and stir.
Allow to cook and thicken until the timer sounds. Serve over pasta.
SERVES 4-6.