Cookworks KDF-5577DTW Manual

9L DIGITAL AIR FRYER
Model No.: KDF-5577DTW
Care & Instruction Manual
WARNING: This appliance is operating at high
temperatures. To ensure your safety and the safety
of others, please ensure you read these instructions
paying particular attention to the safety precautions
before using this product and retain for future
reference.
A replacement copy of this manual can be obtained from www.argos-support.co.uk

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. You should only plug the appliance into a 220V-
240V AC, 50Hz earthed socket outlet. Connecting
it to other power sources may damage the
appliance and will invalidate the guarantee.
2. Please read through this instruction manual
before your first use and keep it for future
reference.
3. Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
4. Switch off and unplug when not in use and before
cleaning the appliance.
5. Beware of hot surfaces. Always wear
protective, insulated oven gloves or mitts
when removing food items or handling trays
and crisper racks - The oven gets very hot!
6. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse
cord, plugs, or main body in water or other liquid.
7. Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children.
8. Do not leave food in unit overnight.
9. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
cleaning. Allow to cool before attaching or
removing parts or cleaning.
10. Do not use accessory attachments not
recommended by the appliance manufacturer as
may cause injury.
11. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table
or counter, or let it touch hot surfaces.
12. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric

burner, or heated oven.
13. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
14. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of
children aged less than 8 years.
15. This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children unless they are
older than 8 and supervised.
16. Use on a secure and stable worktop. Do not place
near the edge of the worktop.
17. Do not place the product where it can either fall or
be submerged into water or any other liquid.
18. Do not move the oven while in use.
19. A fire may occur if the oven is covered by or
placed near the flammable material, including
curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in
operation.
20. Never leave the product unattended while in use.
21. Do not place any of the following materials in the
oven: cardboard, plastic, paper, or anything
similar. This includes “ready meals” which should
not be cooked in an air fryer.

22.Do not store any materials, other than
manufacturer's recommended accessories in this
oven when not in use.
23. The Crisper Racks get very hot during cooking.
Please be careful when removing food that the
rack does not fall out as it may cause burns.
24. DO NOT operate the unit near to where aerosol
products are being used.
25.NOTE - This product may emit some odour when it
is first used. This is due to lubricant on the
elements burning off and is NORMAL. It will not
continue following further usage.
26. Always be extremely cautious when preparing
foods using fats and oil around heat as these can
catch fire or scold.
27. Where you see this symbol on the
product or attachments, it means:
CAUTION: Hot Surface
28. The product is not to be used if it has been
dropped, or if there are visible signs of damage.
29. The appliance is not intended to be operated by
means of an external timer or separated remote-
control system.
30. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
31. The outer surface may get hot when the appliance
is operating.
32.Never cook stews casseroles or any liquid based
food such as soup as the unit can become

damaged by liquid splashes and vapour”
33.Do not place in front of plug sockets as there is a
hot air vent at the rear of unit.
34.Do not cover the air inlet (top of unit) or the air
exhaust openings at the back while the appliance
is operating.
35.Do not fill the frying tray with oil as this may cause
a fire hazard.
36.During hot air frying, hot steam is released through
the air exhaust openings at the rear. Keep your
hands and face at a safe distance from the steam
and from the air exhaust openings. Also be careful
of hot steam and hot air when you remove the
frying tray from the appliance.
37.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
frying tray from the appliance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Contents
Know your appliance ......................................................................................................................3
Digital PanelFunction .....................................................................................................................4
Automatic Switch-Off....................................................................................................................5
Before First Use ...............................................................................................................................5
Preparing for Use ............................................................................................................................5
Using the Appliance........................................................................................................................5
Viewing Lights and Windows .........................................................................................................7
Match Cook.....................................................................................................................................7
Smart Finish ....................................................................................................................................7
Pre-Heat/Manual............................................................................................................................7
Dehydrate........................................................................................................................................8
Preset cooking mode table.............................................................................................................9
Operation Tips...............................................................................................................................10
Using Oil ........................................................................................................................................10
Food Tips .......................................................................................................................................10
Making home-made fries .............................................................................................................10
COOKING GUIDE ...........................................................................................................................11
Cleaning.........................................................................................................................................13
Storage...........................................................................................................................................13
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................14
Technical Data.................................................................................. Error! Bookmark not defined.
Disposal.........................................................................................................................................17
Connection to power ....................................................................................................................17

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Know your appliance
A. Crisper Rack 1 F. Handle 2
B. Frying Tray 1 G. Air Vent (air in)
C. Handle 1 H. Control Panel
D. Crisper Rack 2 I. Hot Air Vent (air out)
E. Frying Tray 2 J. Mains lead.

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Digital Panel Function
A. Side 1
B. Temperature Plus/Minus
C. Numeric display
D. Timer Plus/Minus
E. Side 2
F. Left viewing light control
G. Start/Pause
H. Pre-Heat
I. Fries
J. Drumsticks
K. Steak
L. Cake
M.Smart Finish
N. Match Cook
O. Shrimp
P. Fish
Q. Pizza
R. Vegetables
S. Dehydrate
T. Right viewing light control
U. Power

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Automatic Switch-Off
This appliance is equipped with a timer, after it has counted down and ended it’s 1 minute
cooling off period, 10 “BEEPS”will sound after which it will switch off automatically. To switch
off the appliance manually, press “Power” to shut down the unit.
Note: Pressing “Start/Pause” only pauses the air frying process, the unit will NOT be switched
off.
Before First Use
1. Remove all packing material.
2. Thoroughly clean the frying trays, and crisper racks, with warm water and some
washing up liquid using a non-abrasive sponge.
Note: You can also clean these parts in the dishwasher.
3. Wipe the outside of the appliance with a moist cloth.
Preparing for Use
1. Place the appliance on a stable, horizontal and level surface that is also heat
resistant, making sure it is not placed directly in front of mains plug sockets as this
unit has hot air vents at the rear.
2. Place the Crisper Racks in the Frying Trays so they are flat down at the bottom of the trays.
Do not fill the frying trays with oil or any other liquid.
Do not put anything on top of the appliance. This disrupts the airflow and affects the air-
frying result.
Using the Appliance
1. Power on
When plugging the unit into a wall outlet there will be a beep sound and the power
button will illuminate RED.
Now press the power button and the unit control panel will light up ready for
use.
Note: Do NOT remove the silicone rubber grips at the corners of the crisper racks.
These are designed to be left in place while the unit is in use.