Danby DBAF03224BD11 User manual

DANBY PRODUCTS LIMITED, ONTARIO, CANADA N1H 6Z9
DANBY PRODUCTS INC., FINDLAY, OHIO, USA 45840
OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
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AIR FRYER
Owner’s Manual.............................1 - 10
FRITEUSE À AIR
Manuel du propriétaire.................11 - 20
FREIDORA AIRE
Manual del propietario.................21 - 30
MODEL •MODÈLE •MODELO
DBAF03224BD11
2021.10.08

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
• Read all instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against electrical shock do not
immerse the cord, plugs or any other part of the
appliance in water or any other liquid.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience or knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• Unplug from the outlet when not in use and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting
on or taking off parts and before cleaning the
appliance.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged
cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions,
or has been damaged in any manner. Consult a
qualified technician for examination, repair or
electrical or mechanical adjustment.
• The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by the appliance manufacturer
may cause injuries.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of
a table or counter or to touch a hot surface.
• Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas
or electrical burner or in a heated oven.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an
appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
• To disconnect the appliance, turn both the timer
dial and the temperature dial to off, then remove
the plug from the outlet.
• Do not use the appliance for anything other than
its intended use.
Important Safety Information
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
• Make sure the frying basket is locked into the
front of the drawer. Both frying basket handle
tabs must be fully inserted into the grooves on
the top of the basket drawer.
• Always make sure the frying basket drawer is
fully closed with the frying basket handle locked
securely in the drawer while the appliance is in
operation.
• WARNING: The air fryer will not operate unless
the frying basket dryer is fully closed.
• CAUTION: After air frying, the frying basket,
the frying drawer and the cooked foods are hot.
Extreme caution must be used when handling
the hot basket, drawer and cooked food.
• CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance
generates heat and escaping steam during
operation. 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
being turned 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 still
hot.
• All users of this appliance must read and
understand this instruction manual before
operating or cleaning this appliance.
• Do not leave this appliance unattended during
use.
• Do not immerse the power cord in any liquid. If
the power cord of the appliance is damaged it
must be replaced by a qualified technician.
• Keep the power cord out of reach of children
and infants to avoid the risk of electric shock
and choking.

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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
• Place the appliance on a flat, heat-resistant work
area.
• Do not obstruct the air outlet on the back side
and the air inlet on the top.
• Keep the appliance at least 4 inches away from
walls or other objects during operation.
• Always use the frying basket handle to open the
frying basket drawer.
• Do not replace the empty frying basket drawer
without the frying basket into the air fryer
cabinet. Check to make sure the frying basket is
locked into position in the drawer.
• WARNING: After air frying, place the basket
drawer on a flat, heat-resistant surface before
pressing the basket release button.
• WARNING: Under or over filling the frying
basket may damage the air fryer and could
result in serious personal injury.
• Never move a hot air fryer or an air fryer
containing hot food. Allow to cool completely
before moving.
• CAUTION: To prevent plasticizers from
migrating to the finish of the counter top or
table top or other furniture, place a non-plastic
coaster or place mat between the appliance and
the counter or table top. Failure to do so may
cause the finish to darken. Permanent blemishes
may occur or stains can appear on the cabinet.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
Important Safety Information
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. Grounding
reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an
escape wire for the electrical current.
This appliance has a cord that has a grounding
wire with a 3-prong plug. The power cord must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly grounded.
If the outlet is a 2-prong wall outlet, it must be
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall
outlet. The serial rating plate indicates the voltage
and frequency the appliance is designed for.
WARNING - Improper use of the grounding
plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or service agent
if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
Do not connect your appliance to extension
cords or together with another appliance in the
same wall outlet. Do not splice the power cord.
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the
third ground prong from the power cord. Do not
use extension cords or ungrounded (two prongs)
adapters.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similar qualified person in order to avoid hazard.
Have a qualified electrician install a grounded outlet
near the appliance if the power cord is too short. A
short power supply cord is provided to reduce the
risks resulting from becoming entangled or tripping
over a longer power cord.
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FEATURES
1. Timer dial
2. Red power light
3. Green heat light
4. Temperature control dial
5. Clear button cover
6. Basket release button
7. Frying basket handle
8. Frying basket drawer
9. Air outlet
10.Power cord
11.Clear button cover
12.Basket release button
13.Frying basket
14.Frying basket drawer
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE FIRST TIME USE
1. The appliance is shipped with the frying basket
locked into the drawer, inside the cabinet. Firmly
grasp and gently pull the frying basket handle to
open the frying basket drawer and then remove
the drawer from the cabinet and place it on a
flat, clean work area.
2. Unlock and remove the frying basket from the
drawer. Open the clear button cover to expose
the basket release button and then press the
basket release button while pulling the frying
basket straight up and out of the drawer.
3. Remove all packing material and labels from the
inside and outside of the appliance before use.
Check that there is no packaging underneath or
around the frying basket and drawer.
4. Wash frying basket and drawer in hot, soapy
water.
5. DO NOT IMMERSE THE BODY OF THE
APPLIANCE IN WATER. Wipe the air fryer body
with a damp cloth. Dry all parts thoroughly.
6. Lock the frying basket into the drawer. There
are 2 tabs on either side of the handle. Slide the
handle tabs into the grooves on the top of the
basket drawer. An audible click will be heard as
the handle locks into place.
IMPORTANT: Ensure the clear button cover is over
the basket release button to prevent accidental fryer
basket release.
WARNING: This appliance should not be used to
boil water.
NOTE: During first use the appliance may emit a
slight odor. This is normal.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the appliance on a flat, heat-resistant work
area close to an electrical outlet.
2. Open the frying basket drawer, remove the
drawer from the cabinet and place it on a flat,
clean surface.
3. Place food into the frying basket. Do not overfill
the basket. To ensure proper cooking and air
circulation, never fill the frying basket more than
2/3 full. When air frying fresh vegetables, it is
not recommended to add more than 3 cups of
vegetables to the basket.
4. Insert the frying basket drawer into the cabinet.
Always make sure the drawer is fully closed.
5. Plug the power cord into the wall outlet.
6. Turn the temperature control dial to select the
desired cooking temperature. The temperature
can be adjusted at any time. The temperature
range is 280°F to 400°F (140°C to 200°C).
7. Turn the timer dial to select the desired cooking
time. Add five minutes to the cooking time to
account for preheating time if the appliance is
cold. The red power light will illuminate and the
appliance will begin heating.
8. The green heat light will turn on while the
appliance is heating and will turn off once the
set temperature is reached. The green heat light
will cycle on and off with the heating element
during operation to maintain the selected
temperature.
IMPORTANT: The appliance will not begin heating
if the timer button has not been set. The appliance
will not begin heating if the frying basket is not fully
closed.

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COOKING NOTES
• To ensure even cooking, open the frying basket
halfway through the cooking time. Check, turn
or vigorously shake foods in the frying basket.
• IMPORTANT: When the basket is removed
from the cabinet, the red power light and the
air frying will turn off. Operation will resume
and the timer will continue once the basket is
replaced in the cabinet.
• CAUTION: Make sure the basket is in the locked
position when shaking foods in the basket. To
avoid damage to persons or property, do not
press the basket release button while shaking the
frying basket.
• WARNING: Extreme caution must be used when
handling the hot frying basket and drawer.
Avoid escaping steam from the frying basket
and hot food.
• CAUTION: Always use oven mitts when
handling the hot air frying basket.
• CAUTION: Hot oil can collect in the base of the
drawer. To avoid the risk of burns or personal
injury or to avoid oil contaminating other foods,
always unlock and remove the frying basket
from the drawer before emptying.
• NEVER turn the drawer upside down with the
frying basket attached.
• One beep will sound when the timer reaches 0.
The air fryer will turn off automatically. Both the
red power light and the green heat light will turn
off.
• If additional cooking is needed at the end of the
timer, adjust the temperature if desired and then
set the timer for 5 minute increments until the
food is fully cooked.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
COOKING NOTES
• Allow cooked food to rest for 5 to 10 seconds
before removing the basket drawer from the
cabinet.
• When the air frying is finished, remove the
drawer from the cabinet and place it on a flat,
heat-resistant surface. Then remove the frying
basket from the drawer.
• Shake foods onto the serving area. Promptly
return the frying basket to the drawer and lock
into place. Continue with subsequent batches, if
any.
• IMPORTANT: When cooking is completed, turn
both the temperature dial and the timer dial to 0
and unplug the air fryer when not in use.
• Olive oil spray or vegetable oil work well for air
frying.
• When cooking prepackaged foods, as a general
rule, lower the baking temperature by 25°F and
reduce the cooking time by 30 - 50% depending
on the type of food and amount.
• This appliance can be used to reheat food. Set
the temperature to 280°F for up to 10 minutes.
• Pat food dry before cooking to encourage
browning and avoid excess smoke.
• When cooking high fat foods such as chicken
wings or sausages, it may be necessary to
empty fat from the frying basket between
batches to avoid excess smoke.
• Freshly breaded food items should be cooked in
small batches. Ensure the items are not touching
to allow air flow on all surfaces.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AIR FRYING CHART
WARNING: ALWAYS USE A MEAT THERMOMETER TO ENSURE THAT MEAT, POULTRY AND FISH ARE
COOKED THOROUGHLY BEFORE EATING.
The following chart is intended as a guide only. The quantity of food cooked at one time, the thickness or
density of the food and whether the food is fresh, thawed or frozen may alter the cooking time necessary.
To ensure even cooking, open the frying basket halfway through the cooking time. Check, turn or
vigorously shake foods in the frying basket. This chart lists average cooking times and what action should
be taken for best results.
Frying in smaller batches will result in shorter cooking times and higher food quality. Adjust cooking times
and temperatures as desired.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Unless food is prepackaged and oiled, all food should be lightly oiled before air
frying for browned and crispy results. Oil may be sprayed or brushed onto foods. Make sure food is dry
before adding oil. Cut food into smaller pieces to create more surface area and achieve crispier results.
NOTE: Blanching is a term that refers to cooking foods at a lower temperature before the final air fry.
Add 5 minutes to the air frying time to allow the appliance to preheat.
Important Temperature Notes
The USDA recommends that meats should be cooked to the following internal temperatures to ensure food
is cooked thoroughly.
• Beef / lamb: 145°F
• Pork: 160°F
• Poultry: 170 - 180°F
• Reheating poultry: 165°F

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AIR FRYING CHART
FOOD TEMPERATURE (°F) COOK TIME (MINS) ACTION
Mixed vegetables (roasted) 400 15 - 20 shake
Broccoli (roasted) 400 15 - 20 shake
Onion rings (frozen) 400 12 - 18 shake
Cheese sticks (frozen) 360 8 - 12 -
Fried sweet potato chips (fresh, hand cut, 1/8 to 1/6 inches thick)
Step 1: Blanch 320 15 shake
Step 2: Air fry 360 10 - 15 shake
French fries (fresh, hand cut, 1/4 to 1/3 inches thick)
Step 1: Blanch 320 15 shake
Step 2: Air fry 360 10 - 15 shake
French fries, thin (frozen, 3 cups) 400 12 - 16 shake
Meatloaf, 1 lb 360 35 - 40 shake
Hamburgers, 1/4 lb, up to 4 360 10 - 14 -
Hot dogs / sausages 360 10 - 15 -
Chicken wings (fresh / thawed)
Step 1: Blanch 320 15 shake
Step 2: Air fry 360 10 shake
Chicken tenders / fingers
Step 1: Blanch 360 13 turn over
Step 2: Air fry 400 5 shake
Chicken pieces 360 20 - 30 turn over
Chicken nuggets (frozen) 360 10 - 15 shake
Catfish fingers (thawed, battered) 400 10 - 15 turn over
Fish sticks (frozen) 400 10 - 15 turn over
Apple turnovers 400 10 -
Donuts 360 8 turn over
Fried cookies 360 8 turn over
Shrimp 360 10 - 18 turn over

MAINTENANCE
This appliance requires very little maintenance. It
contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to
repair it yourself. Contact a qualified appliance
repair technician if the product requires servicing.
CLEANING
WARNING: Allow the appliance to cool fully
before cleaning.
The appliance should be cleaned regularly for best
performance and long life. Regular cleaning will
also reduce the risk of fire hazard.
1. Remove the plug from the electrical outlet. Allow
the appliance to cool fully before completing any
cleaning.
2. Wash the basket drawer and frying basket
with hot, soapy water. Do not use metal kitchen
utensils or abrasive cleaners or cleaning
products that may damage the non-stick coating.
3. The frying basket and drawer are dishwasher
safe. For best results, place them in the top rack
of the dishwasher.
4. Wipe the outside of the appliance with a damp
cloth.
CAUTION - Do not use abrasive cleaners, scrubbing
brushes or chemical cleaners as this will damage
the non-stick coating.
LONG-TERM STORAGE
Allow the appliance to completely cool and dry
before placing into storage.
If storing the appliance for long periods of time
make certain that the appliance is clean and free of
food particles.
Store the appliance in a dry location such as on a
table or counter top or cupboard shelf.
Other than recommended cleaning, no further
user maintenance should be necessary. Any other
servicing should be performed by an authorized
service representative.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
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