Montgomery Ward Chef Tested 767976 User manual

Instruction Manual
MODEL: 767976
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Digital Air Fryer Oven

Thank you for purchasing your Chef Tested Digital Air Fryer
Oven by Montgomery Ward. Put through the paces by the
experts, we guarantee that it will perform to the highest
standard, time after time, with all the convenience, easy cleanup
and durability you rely on from Wards.
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Important Safeguards ................... 3
Electrical Safety ...............................4
Specications.................................... 4
Parts & Features.......................... 4–5
How to Use.................................... 6–8
Cleaning & Care................................ 8
Troubleshooting............................... 9
Recipes...........................................10–11
Return Information ........................ 12
Warranty...............................................13
Thank you
for your
purchase!
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Important Safeguards
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
• FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. DO NOT use this appliance for other than its
intended use.
• Remove all packaging materials and labels before rst use. Dispose of the
packaging materials via the appropriate recycling system.
• WASH all removable parts and wipe down the interior of the oven before rst
use. See Cleaning & Care.
• A short cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement
or tripping. DO NOT drape the cord over a counter or tabletop where it can
be pulled on or tripped over. Never wrap the cord tightly around the
appliance, as this could cause the cord to fray or break.
• We DO NOT recommend using an extension cord with this appliance. However,
if an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of this appliance.
• CLOSE SUPERVISION IS NECESSARY WHEN USING THIS APPLIANCE NEAR
CHILDREN.
• A re may occur if this appliance is used near ammable materials, including
curtains, towels, walls, etc. DO NOT place any paper, plastic, or other nonfood
items in the appliance. DO NOT place the appliance or its cord on or near a
heated surface or in a heated oven.
• This appliance should always be used on a stable, dry, heat-resistant surface.
• DO NOT use near water or in humid areas.
• DO NOT use an accessory or attachment not recommended by Montgomery
Ward, as this may cause injury or damage the appliance.
• Keep hands, hair and clothing away from all moving parts.
• Always use oven mitts when handling hot food or appliances. DO NOT attempt
to move an appliance when it is hot or has hot contents.
• Never leave the appliance unattended when in use.
• DO NOT use outdoors.
• DO NOT cover the appliance. Ensure the air vent is not covered or blocked.
• Turn off and unplug this appliance when not in use.
• THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT USE AN APPLIANCE WITH A DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG, OR AFTER
THE APPLIANCE MALFUNCTIONS OR HAS BEEN DAMAGED IN ANY MANNER.
• Appliances contain valuable materials that can be recycled. Dispose of old
appliances using appropriate collection systems in accordance with federal and
local regulations.

Parts & Features (cont.)
Specications
Electrical Safety
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This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug in which 1 prong is wider than the
other. This is a safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock. The plug will t
into a polarized outlet only 1 way. If you are unable to insert the plug into the out-
let, try reversing the plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. DO
NOT attempt to modify the plug in any way. Montgomery Ward cannot accept any
liability for damage or injury resulting from failure to observe these safety
procedures.
POWER RATING 60Hz, 120V, 1700W
CAPACITY 3-qt.
CORD LENGTH 40"
DIMENSIONS 12" W x 15½" H x 12" D
MODEL EAF-04
1. Door 10. Top Heating Element and Cover
2. Glass Window 11. Top, Middle and Bottom Levels
3. Control Panel 12. Safety Switch (2)
4. Housing 13. Bottom Heating Element
5. Door Handle 14. Stirring Connector
6. Pan 15. Air Vent with Ceramic Filter (on back, not shown)
7. Rack 16. Oven Mitt (not shown)
8. Stirring Blade 17. Mesh Rack (not shown)
9. Stirring Pan 18. Wire Stand (not shown)
Parts & Features
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How to Use How to Use (cont.)
Preset Menu ° F Minutes Size/Weight/Amount
Frozen
French Fries 400 20 2 lbs–2 lbs., 10 oz.
Fish/Seafood 360 13 1–2 lbs.
Hamburger 360 13 7–14 oz.
Frozen Pizza 320 9 10"
Steak 360 11 7–14 oz.
Frozen chick-
en drumsticks 360 13 6 pc.
Fresh French
Fries 400 25 1 lb.
Fried Chicken 360 25 1–3 lbs.
Cake 300 38 1 lb.
Cookies 320 18 20 pc.
Dehydrate 150 210 1 lb. or amount that ts on rack
without crowding
Defrost 140 5 1 lb.
1. Decide which pan or rack you will be using to cook your food:
A. Use the pan for roasting or baking delicate foods, like sh or desserts.
The pan can also be used to catch drips and crumbs when cooking with
the rack or mesh rack.
B. Use the rack for toasting or air frying larger items, like chicken or pizza
(insert the pan in the bottom level to catch drips or crumbs). Also use
the rack to hold small oven-safe pans, like when baking a cake.
C. Put the stirring blade inside the stirring pan and use for air frying items
that would normally need to be turned or shaken so all sides cook, like
French fries or prefrozen snacks.
D. The mesh rack allows air to move freely around the food, so turning may
not be required. Use the mesh rack for air frying or dehydrating (insert
the pan in the bottom level to catch drips or crumbs).
2. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet and place the food in the oven.
3. Press POWER and the display appears with the default of 400° F, 10 minutes.
A. Press START to begin cooking with the default setting, or
B. Manually adjust the temperature and time using TEMPERATURE and
TIMER and the arrow buttons, and press START to begin cooking, or
C. Press MENU and choose one of the preset buttons shown on page 7.
Press START to begin cooking.
4. The preset settings may or may not automatically include the stirring function. If
the preset does not stir, you can manually select STIRRING to add it. If the
preset does stir, you cannot turn it off.
5. If you don’t press START, the oven will switch to STANDBY after 3 minutes (the
unit stays on, but does not cook).
6. When the oven starts, the time in the display will count down. The oven light will
cycle on and off as the food cooks, to maintain the selected temperature.
Icon Description Icon Description
MENU STIRRING ON/OFF
START/PAUSE TIME/TEMP DECREASE/
INCREASE arrows
TEMPERATURE
(140–400° F) POWER ON/OFF
TIMER (1–60 minutes) PREHEAT
(380° F, 5 minutes)
Icon Key
Preset Menu
7. When cooking is done, the oven will beep and stop heating. The fan may
continue running 1 minute to cool down the interior and then the oven will
switch to STANDBY.
8. When nished cooking, turn off and unplug the oven.

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How to Use (cont.)
Cleaning & Care
Troubleshooting
1. Turn off and unplug the appliance.
2. Always allow the appliance to cool completely before cleaning.
3. Disassemble all accessories.
4. DO NOT use abrasive brushes, pads or harsh cleaning solutions.
5. Use a soft cloth, sponge or rubber spatula to remove any stuck-on food or
residue.
6. Hand wash the accessories in warm, soapy water. The accessories are also
dishwasher safe on the top rack.
7. Wipe the interior and exterior of the oven with a damp cloth. Use a little mild
dish soap, if needed, and rinse by wiping with a damp cloth.
8. DO NOT immerse any electrical appliance, cord or plug into water.
9. Ensure all parts are dried thoroughly before reassembling and using this
appliance.
Note: After the oven has started cooking, time and temperature may be
adjusted, except for DEHYDRATE and DEFROST, by pressing the
buttons as indicated in 3.B. on page 6.
WARNINGS:
 •NEVERllthestirringpanbeyondtheMAXline.
 •ALWAYSuseanovenmittwhenremovinghotpans/racksfromthe
oven.
 •NEVERusethewireormeshrackonly.ALWAYSaddthepanbelow
tocatchdripsandcrumbs..
 •Cleantheovenandrack/pansaftereveryuse!
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
Oven does
not work
Oven is not plugged in.
Oven is not turned on
or time/temp is not set.
The door is not closed
properly.
Oven has overheated.
The oven has an over-
heating safeguard when
the surface tempera-
ture reaches 175° F. The
oven will shut off
automatically.
Double check the plug/outlet.
Press POWER, select a preset or
set TIME and TEMPERATURE and
press START.
Close the door; push until it “clicks.”
Unplug the oven, open the door and
allow oven to cool down (about 5
minutes) before starting again.
Food not
cooked or
cooked
unevenly
The pan is overloaded.
The set temperature is
too low.
Use smaller batches of food.
Raise the temperature and continue
cooking.
Food is not
cooked evenly
when using
the stirring
bowl
The stirring blade is not
installed properly.
Stirring blade is stuck.
Remove the stirring blade and install it
properly.
Check from the the window to ensure
the stirring blade is turning.
Snacks are
not crispy
Traditional deep fryer
snacks are being used.
Use oven snacks or lightly brush some
oil onto the snacks before cooking for
a crispy result.
White smoke
coming from
oven
Greasy ingredients.
Pan has grease residue
from previous cooking.
Use less oil.
Make sure you wash pans thoroughly
after each use. See Cleaning & Care.
Error Code E1 Broken thermal sensor. Call customer service.
Error Code E2 Short circuited thermal
sensor.
Call customer service.

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RecipesRecipes
Air-FriedChicken
1½ cup our ½ ½tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. pepper 1 cup milk
1½ tsp. salt ½ ½chicken, cut into pieces (skin on)
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
2. Pour the milk into another bowl.
3. Dredge the chicken pieces in the dry ingredients, then in the milk, then back into
the dry ingredients. Shake off excess.
4. Put the coated chicken pieces onto the rack in the air fryer in 1 layer with a little
space between each piece. Put the pan under the rack to catch any drips.
5. Press FRIED CHICKEN. Chicken is done when internal temperature is 165° F.
Serves 2–3
Mexican-StyleCornontheCob
4 ears of corn salt & pepper
1 tsp. olive oil hot sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced fresh cilantro, chopped
2 Tbsp. butter
1. Brush the corn with the olive oil and place on the rack in the air fryer. Put the
pan under the rack to catch any drips.
2. Cook at 400° F for 10 minutes.
3. While the corn is cooking, put the garlic and butter in a microwave-safe dish
and cook in a microwave oven just until the better is melted.
4. When the corn is done, pour the garlic butter over it and garnish with salt &
pepper, hot sauce and cilantro.
Serves 4
GarlicMushrooms
8 oz. fresh mushrooms 1 tsp. soy sauce
2 Tbsp. butter, melted 2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. olive oil
1. Put all the ingredients in a medium bowl. Gently stir to coat the mushrooms.
2. Pour all out onto the pan and cook at 360° F for 10 minutes.
Serves 2–3
Apple Hand Pies
2 small apples, peeled and diced 2 tsp. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. honey 2 tsp. water
½tsp. cinnamon 1 pre-made 9" pie crust
½tsp. nutmeg
1. Heat the rst 4 ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat for about 5
minutes.
2. Mix the cornstarch and water in a cup and pour it into the apple mixture. Heat
another minute, stirring.
3. Roll out the pie crust and cut into 4 equal pieces.
4. Divide the apple mixture between the 4 crust pieces and fold each crust over
to make 4 triangular pies.
5. Cook on the pan in the air fryer oven at 375° F for 15 minutes.
Serves 4
4-Egg Omelette
4 eggs 1 fresh mushroom, sliced
1–2 slices deli ham, chopped salt & pepper
1 Tbsp. onion, minced ½cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 Tbsp. bell pepper, minced
1. In a small bowl, beat the eggs. Stir in the ham, onion, pepper and mushroom.
Salt & pepper, to taste.
2. Spray the pan with cooking spray and pour the egg mixture onto it. Place in the
center of the air fryer oven and cook at 350° F for 5 minutes.
3. Add the cheese and cook another 2 minutes.
4. Use a spatula to fold over the omelette and serve.
Serves 2

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If any item, for any reason, does not meet your expectations, just
return it to us. We’ll gladly either:
• Refund your merchandise amount
• Credit your account
• Send a replacement
You can return any unused item in its original packaging within 60
days of its receipt for a full refund of the purchase price (excluding
shipping and handling charges). Please send returns to:
Montgomery Ward, Inc.
Attn: Customer Returns
2000 Harrison Suite 100
Clinton, IA 52732-6676
Whenreturninganitem:
• Use the original packaging and pack it securely.
• Please adequately insure your item in case you need to
make a claim with the carrier you choose for returning your
item.
• Include your order number and reason for return.
• We recommend keeping the receipt for 4 weeks.
Montgomery Ward, Inc. warrants this Chef Tested product
to be free from defects in material and workmanship
for one year from provable date of purchase.
Within this warranty period, Montgomery Ward will repair
or replace, at its option, defective parts of this
Chef Tested product at no charge, provided
the product is returned freight prepaid with
proof of purchase to Montgomery Ward.
Allow 2–4 weeks for return shipping.
This warranty does not cover improper installation, misuse,
abuse or neglect on part of the owner. Warranty is also
invalid in any case that the product is taken apart or
serviced by an unauthorized service station.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and they may
vary from state to state.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
1 Year Limited Warranty
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