dreo ChefMaker User manual
User Manual
Model: DR-KCM001S
*Illustrative reference, product may differ slightly from the picture.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE READ
ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONARY
MARKINGS IN YOUR USER GUIDE AND ON
THE APPLIANCE.
DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
Use the handle.
DO NOT block any ventilation
openings. Hot steam is released
through the air outlet. Keep your
hands and face clear of openings.
To protect against electrical shock,
do not immerse the appliance, cord,
or plug in water or other liquid.
When using electrical units, basic
safety precautions should always be
followed including the following:
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DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
1. Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local main
voltage before you connect the appliance.
2. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return
appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or
adjustment. Always make sure that the plug is inserted properly into a wall
outlet.
3. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surface.
4. DO NOT plug in the appliance or operate the control panel with wet hands.
5. Never connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote
control system in order to avoid a hazardous situation.
6. 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 pan
from the appliance.
7. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To
disconnect, turn off the appliance, then remove plug from wall outlet.
Electricity Safety
Intended Use
1. 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
the use of the appliance by person responsible for their safety.
2. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
3. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children
unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
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WARNING!
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Related to Use
1. Keep your appliance away from flammable materials (curtains, tablecloth,
etc.) Use on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface away from heat sources or
liquids during operation.
2. DO NOT place on a stove, near a hot gas or electric burners, or in a heated
oven.
3. DO NOT place the appliance against a wall or other appliances. Leave at least
4 inches of free space on the back and sides and 4 inches of free space above
the appliance.
4. DO NOT IMMERSE INTO WATER. The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
5. DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use. Extreme caution must
be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
6. DO NOT use outdoors. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
7. DO NOT place anything on top or bottom of your appliance. store anything
inside your appliance.
8. After using the appliance, the metal cover inside is very hot, avoid contact
with it after cooking. 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.
9. DO NOT store any materials, other than manufacturers recommended
accesories, in this appliance when not in use.
10. Preheating of the appliance is not necessary.
11. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of
other than metal or glass.
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.
Extenxion Cord:
A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is provided to
reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are
available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a longer
detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or
tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
The appliance is of the grounded type, the cord set or extension cord should
be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
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1. Oversized foods or metal utensils must not be inserted into your appliance as
they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
2. DO NOT place paper, cardboard or non-heat resistant plastic into your
appliance, or any material which may catch fire or melt.
3. Do not cover any part of the appliance with metal foil. This will cause
overheating of the appliance. Use extreme caution when using foil, and
always fit the foil as securely as possible. If the foil contacts the appliance
heating elements, this can cause overheating and risk of fire.
4. Never put baking or parchment paper into the appliance without food on top.
Air circulation can cause paper to move and touch heating elements.
5. A fire may occur if the appliance is covered or touching flammable material,
including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation.
6. Pressing the at any moment will shut down the appliance.
12. Use extreme caution when the cooking tray or disposing of hot grease.
13. DO NOT clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and
touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
Electromagnetic Fields (EMF)
This oven complies with all standards regarding electro-
magnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to
the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to
use based on scientific evidence available today.
Meaning: the surfaces are liable to get hot during use.
While Cooking
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY READ
AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT IMMERSE INTO WATER
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Model DR-KCM001S
Voltage AC 120V 60Hz
Power 1800W
Capacity
Temperature Range
Water Tank Capacity
6QT
100°F-450°F
6.7 Oz. (200ml)
Specifications
Gentle Reminder:
Check the appliance regularly and refer to TROUBLE-
SHOOTING or contact our customer support if you
need any assistance.
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GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR APPLIANCE
Grilling Rack
Power ON/OFF
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1
Interior Light
2
2
Non-stick Basket
3
3
Water Tank
4
4
Wi-Fi Status
5
5
Cancel/Back
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6
Confirm/Pause
Use for every day cooking
(except for recipes that
use grilling rack)
Use only for grilling
and certain presets
in Chef Mode
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Menu Navigation
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Air Outlet
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Air Inlet
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Cooking Tray
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Cook Probe
Quick Start
Guide
User
Manual
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Water tank
Track doneness closely and achieve perfect results.
Not recommended for frozen protein or cuts thinner than 1-inch
(ChefMaker will display which recipes need it.)
Add extra tenderness to your favorite meals.
(ChefMaker will display which recipes need it)
Cook Probe
The right tools for a perfect cook
Make sure the three
pins are facing
outwards.
Push the Cooking
Probe until you hear
the “click”.
Always dry out the water tank after cooking.
ONLY keep the water tank filled when you are about
to use a cooking mode that requires it.
After cooking the Cook Probe may still be hot, take it out carefully
to not get burned.
BP Do not submerge into water.
Align Push
Keep the water tank
lid closed while
cooking.
Close
Fill up before using
programs with water.
Find the Cooking Probe
slot inside your
appliance basket.
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Download the Dreo app to get the most out of your appliance!
Scan the QR code to
download the Dreo app. Search "Dreo" on
Google Player on App Store.
OR
Google, Google Play, YouTube and Google Home are trademarks of Google LLC.
Apple App Store is a trademark of Apple Inc.
There may be OTA updates available the first time you connect your
appliance. If so, please follow the steps on the Dreo app to continue.
CONNECTING TO
YOUR APPLIANCE
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Tips
To reset Wi-Fi settings, on your appliance go to Settings>WLAN and
long press for 2 seconds.
(Once reset, display will show "waiting for pairing")
To restore factory settings, on your appliance go to Settings>System
Settings>Reset> Press and hold Confirm for 5s.
Launch the Dreo app and sign in or create account by following
the in-app instructions.
1
Tap Add Device in the Dreo app and select the appliance you
want to link.
2
On your appliance go to Settings>WLAN> Press .
Make sure the display shows “Waiting for pairing"
3
You're now ready to control the appliance on your app.
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Connect to your preferred Wi-Fi network through the Dreo app.
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GETTING STARTED
Before First Use
Remove all plastic packaging from your appliance.
Clean all the cooking accesories and let them dry at room temperature.
(see cleaning instructions, page 13-14).
Initial Use
Note: it is recommended to heat your appliance to remove
any remaining odor.
1. Tap to turn on.
2. Select Classic Cook>Air Fry> Set temperature at 380°F and time to 15
minutes.
3. After heating is done, let the fryer cool, then wash the basket and
cooking tray with soapy water and non-abrasive sponge.
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CHOOSING THE
RIGHT MODE
Your new appliance includes a series of modes to simplify your cooking
and magnify your tasting. Depending on what you are planning to cook,
you can choose from:
Not recommended for frozen protein or cuts thinner than 1-inch.
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Chef Mode
Achieve perfect results with the ingredient-based
master Chef presets.
Powered by CombiCook System
Best for
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Meat
Seafood
Poultry
Vegetables
5As simple as choosing your cooking style.
Classic Cook
Air fry
Defrost Toast
Reheat
Broil
Bake
Dehydrate
Roast
Best for
Probe Cook
Take full control of temperature settings just like
master chefs do.
Best for
Setting Probe Temperature
100-200 F
Ambient Temperature
Up to 400 F
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ChefMaker recommends theoptimum
temperature and time for your cooking style.
Classic Cook
Make sure to use the cook probe and water
tank when shown in your recipe.
Probe | Water
Follow ChefMaker's tips in your appliance screen for better
cooking results.
Cook Probe (Probe) Water Tank (Water)
Chef Mode
TIPS FOR
CHEFMAKER MODES 6
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·
Probe Cook
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Set your desired doneness with the
target probe temperature.
Ambient temperature helps you cook
the surface of your food.
Main parts
Main unit No
Yes
Non-stick
basket
Wipe the main unit with a damp
cloth.
Can be either washed directly in the
dishwasher or by hand, remember to
dry all parts after use.
Do not use a dry cloth on the
glass or it may get scratched.
Control Panel
Wipe with a damp cloth. Do not use a
dry cloth on the display or it may get
scratched.
No
Note: To extend the life of your appliance, do not use abrasive elements like
cleaners, metal scouring pads or metal utensils to wipe-clean any part/accesory
of your appliance.
Part Cleaning instructions Can I use the
dishwasher ?
Yes
Cooking
Tray/Grilling
Rack
Can be either washed directly in the
dishwasher or by hand, remember to
dry all parts after use.
Cook Probe
Wipe with a damp cloth.
No
Gently wash the tank with a soft
cloth or non-abrasive sponge with
warm water and dish soap.
Remember to dry it before placing
it back on the appliance.
Water tank Yes
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CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE 7
Always clean your appliance after every use.
Turn off and unplug the appliance. Allow it to be cool before cleaning.
You can pull out the basket for faster cooling.
When cleaning, it is recommended to use non-abrasive liquid cleanser and
sponge.
To ensure optimum performance during your cooking, it is recommended:
1. Go to settings > Maintainance > Descaling.
2. Fill up the water tank and
add some baking soda.
Make sure the basket is in
position and then confirm.
3. After the first cleaning is
done, fill the water tank
once more, make sure the
basket is in position and
then confirm, After cleaning
is done, drain the water
from the basket.
Water tank maintenance
Descaling (Aprox. 40 min)
Steps:
sodium
bicarbonate
Dry out the water tank after cooking.
Run a deep cleaning of pipes and nozzles at least once every 3 months.
Water tank draining
1. ONLY keep the water tank filled when you are about to use it.
2. Always drain the water tank after cooking:
Go to Settings > Maintenance > Water Pipe Drain > Confirm
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Troubleshooting
Problem
The appliance will
not turn on
Foods are cooked
unevenly
Foods are not
completely cooked
Make sure the appliance is plugged in.
Push the basket securely into the appliance.
Do not overcrowd the basket in every cooked, if the basket
is overstuffed, your ingredients will not receive proper
heat.
Try the Program mode using the cook probe for better
accuracy.
Ingredients that are stacked on top of each other or close
to each other need to be shaken during cooking. The
non-stick cooking tray should be placed in the basket.
White smoke is
coming out of my
appliance
Dark smoke is
coming out of my
appliance
How do I pause or
stop the cooking?
Foods are not crispy
after frying
Spray or brush a small amount of oil on foods can
increase crispiness.
The appliance may produce some white smoke
when you use it for the first time. This is normal.
Make sure the basket and the non-stick food tray
is cleaned properly and is not greasy.
Immediately unplug your appliance. Food is
burning, wait for smoke to clear before pulling the
basket out.
Remove the basket from the unit to pause the cooking and
place it back to resume, you can also press the “ ” button or
return and then confirm to stop the cooking.
Frying greasy foods will cause oil leaks into the
basket. This oil will produce white smoke. This is
normal and should not affect cooking.
Possible solution
Make sure you are connecting your appliance to a 2.4 GHz
network.
Make sure your appliance is turned on.
Go to Settings>WLAN>Confirm
Is the basket safe to
put on my
countertop?
The cooking probe is
not detected
Connection to
Wi-Fi fails
I can’t find the
appliance when
adding to the Dreo
app
Use caution when handling, and place on heat-safe
surfaces only.
Make sure you properly secured the cooking probe to the
basket, magnets must face towards the interior of your
appliance.
DREO CUSTOMER
CARE
Default 12-Month Warranty
Extend Your Warranty
This appliance is covered by Dreo warranty for 12 months from the date of its
original purchase.
We can only provide after-sales service for products that are sold by Dreo or
Dreo authorized retailers and distributors. If you have purchased the appliance
from a different place, please contact your seller for return and warranty issues.
Extend your warranty by registering your new appliance on our website
The warranty will not apply in cases of:
1. Accident, misuse, or repairs performed by unauthorized personnel.
2. Any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes.
3. Normal wear and tear of wearable parts.
4. Use of force, damage caused by external influences.
5. Damage caused by non-observance of the User Manual, e.g. connection to
an unsuitable mains supply or noncompliance with the instructions.
6. Partially or completely dismantled appliances.
7. Defects caused by or resulting from damages from shipping or from repairs,
service, or alteration to the product or any of its parts that have been perform
ed by a repair person not authorized by Dreo.
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FCC STATEMENT 9
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Consumer ISM equipment, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
“Please note that changes or modifications of this product is not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance and could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.”
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
“If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the intereference by one or more of the
following measures:
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