KITCHER KAF6501 User manual

KAF6501
6.8QT STAINLESS STEEL DIGITAL AIR FRYER

Congratulations on the purchase of your Digital Air Fryer from Kitcher!
Here at Kitcher, we’re all about helping cooks make easy, healthy, and delicious
meals an everyday possibility. We know how fast-paced life is and that sometimes
a home cooked meal doesn’t make the top of the prioritylist, no matter how bad
you want it. Our dependable, easy-to-use units are here to help you change that.
We’re giving you the tools toeat better and healthier without spending hours in
the kitchen prepping and cooking.
We want you to get the most out of your unit, which is why our team is available to
help with any questions you may have. Whether you have a question with setup
or needsome guidance on which preset to use, we’re happy to walk you through
it. Welcome tothe ease of cooking with Kitcher.
This manual provides instructions for all of the unit’s functions and features along
with directions for assembling, operating, cleaning, and maintaining the appliance.
Please read all safety instructions and directions for safe usage at all times. Keep
this manual for future use.
Thank you for choosing Kitcher!
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CONTENTS
Know Your Air Fryer..................................................................................... 7
Important Safety Warnings........................................................................... 4
Using Your Air Fryer..................................................................................... 9
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................... 15
Air Frying Tips............................................................................................ 17
Settings Chart............................................................................................. 18
Cleaning & Maintenance............................................................................. 20
Warranty & Service..................................................................................... 22
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IMPORTANT Safety Warnings
When usingelectric appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed:
1. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children younger
than 8) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have supervision.
2. Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local main
voltage before you connect the appliance.
3. Do not use the appliance if the plug, the main cord or the appliance itself is
damaged. Always make sure that the plug is inserted properly into a wall outlet.
4. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance
malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest
authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.
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.
6. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter or touch hot
surfaces.
7. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in
water or other liquid. Do not plug in the appliance or operate the control panel with
wet hands.
8. Never connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-con-
trol system in order to avoid a hazardous situation. To disconnect,turn off the
appliance, then remove plug from wall outlet.
9. Do not place the appliance on or near combustible materials such as a tablecloth
or curtain. The accessible surfaces may become hot during use. Do not place on or
near a hot gas or electric burner,or in a heated oven.
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10. Do not place the appliance against awall or against other appliances. Leave
at least 4 inches of free space on the back and sides and 4 inches of free space
above the appliance. Do not place anything on top of the appliance.
11. Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described inthis manual.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer
may cause injuries.
12. Do not let the appliance operate unattended. Extreme caution must be used
when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
13. Do not use outdoors.
14. Do not touch the hot surfaces; use handle. During air frying, hot steam is
released through the air outlet openings. Keep your hands and face at a safe
distance from the steam and from the air outlet openings. Alsobe careful of hot
steam and air when you remove the pan from the appliance.
15. After using the appliance, avoid contact with the hot metal inside.Unplugfrom
outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning the
appliance.
16. 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.
17. For household use only.
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CORD SAFETY
• A short power-supply cord is providedto reduce risk of becoming entangled in
or tripping over a longer cord.
• Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
• If an extension cord is used:
a.The markedelectrical rating of the extension cord should be at least equal to
the electrical rating of the appliance; and
b.The longer cord should be arranged sothat it will not drape overthe
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
This unit has a polarized plug (one
blade is widerthan the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock,the
plug is intendedto be usedby
inserting it into the electrical outlet
only one way. If the plugdoes not fit
securelyinto the outlet, reverse the
plug and re-insert. Ifit still does not
fit, contact a qualied electrician for
assistance. Do not modify the plug
in any way.
Power requirement : 120V60Hz 1700W
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ELECTRICAL POLARIZED PLUG

Display / Control PanelFry BasketCrisper TrayKNOW YOUR AIR FRYER
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KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER
DISPLAY AND CONTROL PANEL
Power Icon Fan Icon
Presets
Time /
Temperature
Temperature
Up Arrow
Temperature
Down Arrow
Time
Up Arrow
Time
Down Arrow
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Note: Do not place the Air Fryer against awall or against other
appliances. It is important toleave at least 4 inches of free space onthe back
and sides, and 4 inches of free space above the AirFryer to allow for proper
ventilation.
This is an Air Fryer that works using hot air.
•Do not fill the pan with oil, frying fat, or any other liquid.
•Do not put anything on top of the Air Fryer.
USING YOUR AIR FRYER
Note: During the first few uses, there might be a “hot plastic” smell.
This is perfectly normal in new Air Fryers as the material is heated
forthe first time. It will go away afterthe first few uses.
BEFORE USINGFOR THE FIRST TIME
1. Remove all packaging stickers, and labels from the Air Fryer,
including the tape securing the Pan tothe unit.
2. To pull out the Pan for cleaning, remove the tape securing it into place. Secure the unit with one hand and pull the handle
straight back with the other hand.
3. Thoroughly clean the Pan and Crisper Tray with hot water,
some dishwashing liquid, and a non-abrasive sponge.
4. Wipe the inside and outside of the Air Fryer with a moist
cloth.
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Note: For best results, preheat the Air Fryer for 3 minutes tothe desired
temperature. When cooking multiple batches, only preheat before first batch.
2. Place the Crisper Tray into the Pan. Place the ingredients in the Pan - do not
overload. Spray with cooking oil for a crispier finish. Slide the Pan into the Air
Fryer.
3. Plug the Air Fryer into an outlet.
USING YOUR AIR FRYER
1. Place the Air Fryer on a stable, horizontal, heat-resistant, and level surface.
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5. Tap the desired Preset. The default
time and temperature will appear on
the display.
4. Tap the Power Icon to turn on.
USING YOUR AIR FRYER
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6. Tap the time and temperature
Arrows to adjust.
7. Tap the PowerIcon againto begin
air frying.
USING YOUR AIR FRYER
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8. Some recipes or ingredients call for shaking the ingredients halfway
through the preparation time (see ‘Settings Chart’ on page 18-19). To shake
the ingredients, pull the Pan out of the Air Fryer by the handle and shake it.
Slide the Pan back into the Air Fryer to resume cooking.
Note: After sliding the Pan out of the Air Fryer, the display will go into sleep
mode. When you return the Pan to the Air Fryer, your time and temperature
settings will automatically resume. There is no need to reset your settings or
press the Power Icon.
9. When your selected cook time has elapsed, the timerbell will ring. Pull the
Pan out of the Air Fryer and place it on a heat-resistant surface. If you would
like to cook longer, simply slide the Pan back into the Air Fryer and set the
timer for a few extra minutes.
10. Remove food from the Pan using tongs. The food and Pan will be hot.
Notes:
• Do not turn the Pan upside down, as any excess oil that has collected on the
bottom of the Pan will leak onto the food.
• To avoid scratching the nonstick surface, do not use sharp or metal utensils.
• When done cooking, the Air Fryer is instantly ready for preparing another
batch. No preheating is neccesary.
• To turn off the Air Fryer,press the Power Icon.the Air Fryer will cool down
for 20 seconds before shuting off.
USING YOUR AIR FRYER
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CAUTION：After air frying, the Pan and the ingredients are hot -
avoid touching. Depending on the type of the ingredients inthe Air
Fryer, steam may escape from the Pan.
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Tap the temperature icon to set the required
temperature setting.
(See ‘Settings Chart’on page 18-19)
Tap the timer icon to set the required cook time.
(See ‘Settings Chart’on page 18-19)
Plug the main plug into a grounded wall socket.
Slide the pan into the Air Fryer properly.
The Air Fryer does not work.
The ingredients did not cook.
The Air Fryer is not plugged in.
You have not set the timer.
The set temperature is too low.
The cook time is too short.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Tap the timer icon to set the required cook time to
turn on the Air Fryer.
The pan is not put into the Air Fryer
properly.
The amount of ingredients in the
pan are too much.
Put smaller batches of ingredients in the pan.
Smaller batches are fried more evenly.
The ingredients are fried
unevenly in the Air Fryer.
Fried snacks are not crispy
when they come out of
the Air Fryer.
I cannot slide the pan into
the Air Fryer properly.
Certain types of ingredients need to
be shaken halfway through the
cook time.
You used a type of snack meant to
be cooked in a traditional deep
fryer.
Ingredients that lie on top of or across each
other (e.g.fries) need to be shaken halfway
through the preparation time. (See ‘Settings
Chart’on page18-19)
Use oven snacks or lightly brush some oil onto
the snacks for a crispierresult.
Chart’ onpage 18-19).
TROUBLESHOOTING

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White smoke comes out of
the Air Fryer.
Fresh fries are fried
unevenly in the Air Fryer.
Fresh fries are not crispy
when they come out of
the Air Fryer.
You are preparing greasy ingredients. When you fry greasy ingredients in the Air Fryer,
a large amount of oil will leak into the pan.The
oil produces white smoke and the pan may heat
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Air Fryer or the end result.
YThe pan still contains grease residue
from previous use.
Quality potatoes will give an even
cook.
Potatoes are too starchy.
The crispiness of the fries depends on
the amount of oil and water in the
fries.
Use freshpotatoes and make sure they stay
Rinse the potato sticksproperly and dry to
remove starchfrom the outside of the sticks.
Make sure you dry the potato sticksproperly
before you add the oil. Cut the potato sticks
smaller for a crispier result. Add slightly more
oil for a crispierresult.
White smoke is caused by grease heating up in
the pan. Make sure you clean the pan properly
after each use.
TROUBLESHOOTING

• Smaller ingredients usually require aslightlyshorter cook time than larger
ingredients.
• Shaking smaller ingredients halfway through the cook time optimizes the end
result and can help prevent unevenly fried ingredients.
• Add 1 tablespoon of oil to fresh potatoes for a crispy result. Fry your ingredients
in the Air Fryer within a few minutes after you add the oil.
• Do not prepare extremelygreasy ingredients such as sausages in the Air Fryer.
• Snacks that can be prepared in an oven can also be prepared in the AirFryer.
• Use pre-made dough to prepare filledsnacks quicklyand easily. Pre-made
dough also requires ashorter preparation time than home-made dough.
• Place abaking tin or oven dish in the Air Fryer Pan if you want to bake a cake
or quiche, or if you want to fry fragile or filled ingredients.
USING THE TIMER
Option 1:
Timer can be set to ring when it’s time toshake ingredients by setting the
the timer to half of the total cook time. However, you will have toset the
timer again for the remaining cook time after pan is replaced into the Air
Fryer. (See ‘Settings Chart’ on page 18-19.)
Option 2:
If the timer is set for the entire cook time, there will be no timer notifying
you halfway through to shake ingredients. You can pull out the Pan at
anytime to check the food. The powerwill automaticallyshut off and will
resume afterthe pan is replaced into the Air Fryer.
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AIR FRYINGTIPS

The setting below are only suggestions.As ingredients differ in origin,size,shape,as
well as brand,we cannot guarantee the best settings for your ingredients.
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Portion Time Temperature Shake/Flip Extra information
(min)
POTATOES & VEGETABLES
8 oz 8-12 400 shake every 5 min.Thin frozen fries
8 oz 10-15 400 shake every 5 min.Thick frozen fries
8 oz 8-10 400Frozen onion rings
1 medium sliced 8-10 400 spray with oilRoasted zucchini
8 oz 10-15 400 shake halfway spray with oilRoasted broccoli
8 oz 12-15 400 shake every 5 min. spray with oilFresh thin fries
8 oz 15-20 400 shake every 5 min. spray with oilFresh thick fries
Fresh hash browns 4 pieces 10-12 375
MEAT & FISH
8 oz 10-20 400
8 oz 10-20 400
10-12 400
Steak (medium) 8 oz 10-15 400
Chicken breast 2-4 Breast 20-25 375
Chicken wings 6-8Wings 10-15 400
SETTINGSCHART

Chicken legs 4-6 Legs 20-25 375
Chicken thighs 4-6Thighs 20-25 375
Hamburgers 4 oz. Patties 8-10 400
BAKING
Cake 8 inch round 25-30 325
Cupcakes 6 cupcakes 15-20 325
Air fryers perform similar to ovens. If your dish is not on the list,
please refer to oven instructions on item packaging or recipe.
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SETTINGSCHART

• Clean the Air Fryer afterevery use.
• Make sure the Air Fiyer is completely cooled off before cleaning.
• Do not use metal kitchen utensils or abrasive cleaning material to clean the
pan and crisper, as this may damage the non-stick coating.
1. Remove the main plug from the wall outlet and let the Air Fryer cool down.
Tip: Remove the Pan from the Air Fryer to helpthe Air Fryer cool down
quicker.
2. Wipe the outside of the Air Fryer with a moist cloth.
3. Clean the Pan, and Crisper with hot water, some dishwashing soap, and a
non-abrasive sponge.
Tip: If residue is stuck tothe bottom of the Pan, fill the Pan with hot waterand
some dishwashing soap and let the Pan soak for approximately10 minutes.
4. Clean the inside of the Air Fryer with hot waterand a cleaning brush to
remove any food residue.
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE