Crux 17472 User manual

FRONT Cover
6 QT AIR FRYER WITH TOUCHSCREEN
Instruction Manual
Designed in New York City
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THANK YOU CARD - inside Front Cover
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING
LIVE AND EAT COLORFULLY.
We believe cooking is an act of self expression, so
we’ve created a collection of mood boosting hues as
colorful and expressive as you are.Whether making a
weeknight meal for the family or whipping up tasty
treats for your friends, our artfully designed collection
allows you to do you in the kitchen.
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Table of Contents
THANK YOU CARD - inside Front Cover
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING
LIVE AND EAT COLORFULLY.
We believe cooking is an act of self expression, so
we’ve created a collection of mood boosting hues as
colorful and expressive as you are.Whether making a
weeknight meal for the family or whipping up tasty
treats for your friends, our artfully designed collection
allows you to do you in the kitchen.
Important Safeguards.................................................................................................................4-6
Additional Important Safeguards.......................................................................................... 7-8
Notes on the Plug ............................................................................................................................. 8
Notes on the Cord ............................................................................................................................ 9
Plasticizer Warning .......................................................................................................................... 9
Electric Power .................................................................................................................................... 9
Getting to Know Your 6QT Air Fryer ......................................................................................10
Touchscreen Control ................................................................................................................. 11-12
Before Using for the First Time ........................................................................................... 12-13
Operating Instructions...................................................................................................................13
Manual Operation ............................................................................................................................14
6 Function Menu Presets (Air Fry | Roast | Broil | Bake | Reheat |
French Fries) ................................................................................................................................14-15
Air Fry / Roast Cooking Chart............................................................................................. 15-17
User Maintenance Instructions ..................................................................................................18
Care & Cleaning Instructions ......................................................................................................18
Storing Instructions.........................................................................................................................18
Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................................19-20
Warranty....................................................................................................................................... 21-22
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or
injury to persons, 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 o 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 qualified technician for examination, repair or electrical
or mechanical adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended
by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
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9. Do not use outdoors.
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 first, then plug cord into the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to “o”, 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.
17. Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in a Air Fryer
as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
18. A fire may occur if the Air Fryer is covered or touching flammable
material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in
operation. Do not store any item on top of the appliance when in
operation.
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19. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break o the pad
and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.
20. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers
constructed of other than metal or glass.
21. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturers recommended
accessories, in this Air Fryer when not in use.
22. Do not place any of the following materials in the Air Fryer: (that is,
paper, cardboard, plastic, and the like).
23. Do not cover crumb tray or any part of the Air Fryer with metal foil.
This will cause overheating of the Air Fryer.
24. Pressing the power button at any time during the cooking
process,appliance will turn o
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLDUSE 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, fires, 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.
7. Place the Air Fryer on a flat, heat-resistant work area.
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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 flat, heat-resistant surface.
WARNING: Over-filling 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 o the pad
and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
14. Use extreme caution when removing tray or disposing of hot grease.
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 fit in 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. 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 risks 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 detachable power-supply 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-type 3-wire cord; and
3) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over
the countertop or table top where it can be pulled on by children
or tripped over.
PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the
counter upper or table upper or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC
coasters or place mats between the appliance and the finish of the
counter upper or table upper. Failure to do so may cause the finish 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 6QT Air Fryer
1. Touchscreen Control
2. Air Fryer Body
3. Frying Basket with Cool Touch
Handle
4. Air Outlets (not shown)
5. Power Cord with Polarized Plug
(Not Shown)
6. Non Skid Feet
7. Non Stick Cooking Tray
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