Crux 2.2 pound Touchscreen Air Convection Fryer User manual

2.2 pound Touchscreen Air Convection Fryer
Instruction Manual
Styled for Life
Designed & Engineered in New York City

Important Safeguards.................................................................................................................2-3
Additional Important Safeguards......................................................................................... 4-5
Notes on the Plug .............................................................................................................................6
Notes on the Cord ............................................................................................................................6
Plasticizer Warning...........................................................................................................................6
Electric Power.....................................................................................................................................6
Getting to Know Your CRUX 2.2 pound Touchscreen Air Convection Fryer .........8
Touchscreen Control ......................................................................................................................9
Before Using for the First Time ................................................................................................10
Operating Instructions................................................................................................................... 11
Manual Operation ........................................................................................................................... 12
Preset Menu....................................................................................................................................... 13
Air Convection Frying Technique ...................................................................................... 14-15
A Note on Air Convection Frying Pre-Packaged Frozen Foods ........................ 15
For Best Results............................................................................................................................... 16
Air Convection Frying Chart.................................................................................................17-18
User Maintenance Instructions.................................................................................................. 19
Care & Cleaning Instructions ..................................................................................................... 19
Storing Instructions........................................................................................................................ 19
Recipe Guide............................................................................................................................. 20-28
Warranty.....................................................................................................................................29-30
Table of Contents

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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 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.
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. To disconnect, pull the frying basket drawer out of the body.
Then remove plug from wall outlet.
14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
15. Make sure the frying basket is locked into the front
of the drawer – both frying basket handle tabs must be fully
inserted into the notches on the top of the basket drawer.
16. Always make sure frying basket drawer is fully closed, with frying
basket handle locked securely in the drawer, while Air Convection Fryer
is in operation.
WARNING: Air Convection Fryer will not operate unless frying
basket drawer is fully closed.
CAUTION: After hot air convection frying, the frying basket
and frying basket drawer and the cooked foods are hot. Extreme
caution must be used when handling the hot Air Convection Fryer
basket/drawer.
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, 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.

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7. Place the Air Convection Fryer on a flat, heat-resistant work area.
8. Do not obstruct the air outlet or air inlets on the back and sides
of the Air Convection 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. Do not replace the empty frying basket drawer (without the frying
basket) into the Air Convection Fryer body. Check to make sure the
frying basket is locked in position in the drawer.
WARNING: After air frying, make sure to place the frying
basket drawer on a flat, heat-resistant surface before pressing
the basket release button.
WARNING: Over-filling the frying basket may damage
the Air Convection Fryer and could result in serious personal injury.
12. Never move a hot Air Convection Fryer or an Air Convection Fryer
containing hot food. Allow to cool before moving.

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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.
NOTES ON THE CORD
The provided short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply
cord) should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord is
not recommended for use with this product. Always plug directly into
a wall outlet/receptacle.
PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating to the finish of
the counter top or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC
coasters or place mats between the appliance and the finish of the
counter top or table top. 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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Air Convection Fryer uses little or no oil to produce perfectly crispy and evenly
cooked food. Touchscreen control offers easy-to-read, adjustable, precise temperatures
up to 400°F, plus a 60 minute timer with automatic shut off.
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Getting to Know Your CRUX
2.2 pound Touchscreen Air Convection Fryer
Product may vary slightly from illustration
1. Removable Frying
Basket with Cool
Touch Handle
2. Basket Release
Button
3. Clear Basket Lock
4. Frying Basket Drawer
5. Touchscreen Control
6. Air Outlet
(not shown)
7. Air Inlets
8. Air Convection
Fryer Body
9. Power Cord with
Polarized Plug
10. Non-skid Feet