Philips Air Cooker NX0960/90 User manual

User manual
NX0960

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Table of contents
Important 3
Electromagnetic elds (EMF) 5
Automatic Shut-O 5
Introduction 6
General Overview 7
Description of functions 8
Before rst use 10
Connecting the Air Cooker to the NutriU App 10
Preparing for Use 13
Using the Air Cooker 13
Cooking modes 16
Recipe guided cooking via NutriU app 16
Mode “Ingredients” 17
Mode “cooking method” 21
Mode “manual” 30
Accessories 30
Voice control 31
Cleaning 32
General 32
Cleaning Table 34
Use the automated cleaning programs 35
Storage 36
Recycling 36
Declaration of Conformity 37
Guarantee and Support 37
Software and rmware updates 37
Device compatibility 37
Factory reset 37
Troubleshooting 38

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Important
Read this important information document carefully before you use the
appliance and save it for future reference.
Danger
• Never immerse the appliance in water nor rinse it under the tap.
• Do not ll the cooking chamber with water as this may cause an electric shock.
• Do not ll the cooking chamber or pan with oil as this may cause a re hazard.
• Do not use the appliance, if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance itself is
damaged.
• Do not use sharp or spiky tools to clean the water nozzle inside the cooking
chamber, this could destroy the nozzle.
• Do not cover the air inlet and the air outlet openings while the appliance is
operating.
• Never touch the inside of the appliance while it is operating.
• Never put any amount of food that exceeds the MAX level indicated in the
accessories or touches the lid.
Warning
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips, its service agent
or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket. Always make sure that
the plug is inserted into the wall socket properly.
• This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or
a separate remote-control system.
• The accessible surfaces may become hot during use.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
• 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.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
• Never use light or inammable ingredients or baking paper in the appliance
• Do not expose the base of the appliance to high temperatures, hot gas, steam
or damp heat from other sources than the steamer itself. Do not place the
appliance on or near a hot gas stove or all kinds of electric stove and electric
cooking plates, or in a heated oven.

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• Do not place the operating appliance against a wall or against other
appliances or underneath objects that would be damaged by steam, such as
walls and cupboards. Leave at least 10 cm free space at the back, on both sides
and above the appliance. Do not place anything on top of the appliance.
• During use, 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
• The appliance is equipped with tempered glass, if the glass is damaged do not
use the appliance further and contact a service centre near you.
• Keep the mains cord away from hot surfaces.
• Accessories can become hot during and after use of the appliance, always
handle carefully.
• Beware of the hot steam that comes out of the appliance during cooking, in
the keep-warm mode or when you open the lid. When you check food, always
use kitchen utensils with long handles.
• Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described in this manual
and use only original Philips accessories.
• Do not use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or that Philips
does not specically recommend. If you use such accessories or parts, your
guarantee becomes invalid.
• Always use the dedicated accessory to process your food. Never put the food
into direct contact with the steam generator at the bottom.
• Do not let the appliance operate unattended, always make sure you are in
control over your appliance.
• Always use the appliance with properly closed lid.
• If using the sous vide function, make sure to use only high quality sous vide
bags.
• Only use the sous vide function of the appliance if you use sous vide bags,
otherwise sous vide bags could melt.
• Sous vide function with temperatures below 50°C is not recommended as it
could provoke bacteria growth.
• Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains
voltage before you connect the appliance.
• Do not place the appliance on or near combustible materials such as a
tablecloth or curtain.
• Thoroughly clean, the parts that come into contact with food before you use
the appliance for the rst time and after every use. Refer to the instructions in
the manual.
• Never steam frozen meat, poultry or seafood. Always thaw these ingredients
completely before you steam them.
• Accessible surfaces may become hot during use.
• This appliance is designed to be used at ambient temperatures between 10°C
and 40°C.

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Caution
• This appliance is intended for normal household use only. It is not intended for
use in environments such as sta kitchens of shops, oces, farms or other work
environments. Nor is it intended to be used by clients in hotels, motels, bed
and breakfasts and other residential environments.
• Always disconnect the appliance from the supply if it is left unattended and
before you assemble, disassemble, store or clean it.
• Do not move the food steamer while it is operating.
• Always return the appliance to a service center authorized by Philips for
examination or repair. Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself,
otherwise the guarantee becomes invalid.
• Only use water in the water tank.
• Let the appliance cool down for approximately 30 minutes before you handle
or clean it.
• Place the appliance on a stable, horizontal and level surface and make sure
there is at least 10 cm free space around it to prevent overheating.
• Do not use the compartment of the appliance as storage except for
appropriate accessories.
• Temperature, humidity and time are varying based on the type and amount of
food you have placed into the appliance.
• If the appliance is used improperly or for professional or semi-professional
purposes or if it is not used according to the instructions in the user manual,
the guarantee becomes invalid and Philips refuses any liability for damage
caused.
• To ll, rell or empty the water tank please remove it from the appliance. Do
not tilt the complete appliance to empty the water tank.
• If liquids need to be removed from the cooking chamber use a sponge or
similar. Do not tilt the appliance to empty.
• As food diers in origin, size and brand, make sure it is suciently cooked
before serving.
• Do not refreeze food once it has thawed.
• Do not use any acetic acids for descaling.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and regulations
regarding exposure to electromagnetic elds.
Automatic Shut-O
The Air Cooker is equipped with an automatic shut-o function. When the
appliance is switched on but not in the cooking or keep warm mode, it will go to
standby mode after 20 minutes of no user interaction. To switch o the appliance
manually, long press the rotary button.

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips!
To fully benet from the support that Philips oers, register your product at
www.philips.com/welcome.
The Philips Air Cooker uses NutriFlavor technology to create the optimal climate
of hot air circulation and humidity to cook every unique food to perfection.
Crispy vegetables, juicy sh, tender meat, soft bakes, with up to 90% nutrient
preservation*. Discover the joy of creating delicious healthy dishes at the touch of
a button.
For more inspiration, recipes and information about the Air Cooker, visit
www.philips.com/welcome or download the free NutriU App** for IOS® or
Android™.
* Tested on broccoli, bell pepper, snowpeas for 90% vitamin C, on salmon for
93% omega3/6, and beef for 90% iron. Laboratory measurement on Air Steam
setting.
** The NutriU App may not be available in your country. In this case, please
access your local Philips website for inspiration.

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General Overview
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1. Glass lid
2. Hot air circulation grid
3. Cooking chamber
4. Rotary button
5. Display
6. Steam outlet
7. Lid release button
8. Water tank + lid
9. Second layer (sold separately)
10. Basket
11. Cooking pot (for some models)
12. Bottom tray + grid

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Description of functions
Water tank
The Air Cooker is equipped with a water tank, which is
located at the back of the appliance. The MAX water
level is about 600 ml. The MAX water level indication is
on the handle side of the water tank and should not be
exceeded.
To avoid accumulation of limestone, empty the water
tank after each cooking cycle.
Rotary button
Press the rotary button to turn on the appliance, press
and hold the rotary button to turn o the appliance.
After the appliance is switched on, press the rotary
button to conrm an action. Turn the rotary button to go
through dierent menu options or change the cooking
setting.
Glass lid
Push the lid release button to open the glass lid.
The lid opens automatically.
Only appliccable for:
- BAKING
- GRILLING
Warning
• The surface of the glass lid may become hot during
use.
Temperature setting
Some provided cooking methods have a default
recommended temperature setting, which cannot be
adjusted as a dierent temperature may impact the
cooking result. To change the cooking temperature, use
the manual mode (see chapter “Cooking modes”).
160°C
20:00
Adjust temperature

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Humidity setting
Some provided cooking methods have a default
recommended humidity setting, which cannot be
adjusted as a dierent humidity may impact the cooking
result. To change the humidity setting, use the manual
mode (see chapter “Cooking modes”).
160°C
20:00
Adjust humidity
Three humidity levels
Description Used in cooking method
Humidity o Bake, roast
Medium humidity Refer to recipes in the NutriU app.
Also available in the manual mode
High humidity Steam, air steam, slow cook, defrost, reheat,
sous-vide
Cooking time
In the “manual” mode you can set the cooking time from
1 minute to 60 minutes.
In the “cooking methods” mode, you can set the cooking
time in a xed range. Refer to the table in chapter
“Cooking modes → cooking methods”.
All cooking methods have a default cooking time, which
can be adjusted based on the amount of food you put
into the appliance or the doneness level you prefer.
You can nd some suggested cooking time for various
food types in chapter “Cooking modes → ingredients”.
160°C
10:00
Adjust time
Sound
Appliance noise
You may hear some small noise while the appliance is working. This is normal.
The noise come from the pump, which sends the water through the internal
system, and also from the fan, which generates the airow in the appliance.
Sound notications
Sometimes you hear a sound, for example when the appliance has nished
cooking, or when there is a required action during cooking, e.g., putting
another ingredient into the Air Cooker.

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Preheating
Some cooking methods such as roast and bake require
preheating.
The preheating notication pops up automatically in cook
modes which require preheating.
If your Air Cooker is already heated up after you have
just cooked something, you can skip preheating and start
cooking right away.
The preheating timer is set to ve minutes and cannot be
adjusted.
5:00
Start pre-heat
Important
• To achieve optimal cooking result, put your food into the Air Cooker
after the preheating is completed.
Text wizard
All menu screens come with a text wizard, which helps you to navigate through
the menu. The text description disappears after 10 seconds and appears again
when you enter another page in the menu.
Before rst use
1. Remove all packing material.
2. Remove any stickers or labels (if applicable) from the appliance.
3. Thoroughly clean the appliance before rst use by wiping the cooking
chamber with a wet non-abrasive cloth. Rinse the accessories and
detachable parts under warm water.
Connecting the Air Cooker to the NutriU App
Important
• Make sure that your smart device is connected to your home WiFi
network before you start the WiFi set-up process.
1. Plug in the appliance.

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2. Press the rotary button to turn on the appliance.
Note
• When you switch on the appliance for the rst time,
you will be asked to select the language, which you
would like to use to navigate through the menu.
3. Scroll through the list until the language you prefer is
highlighted. Back
Deutsch
Francais
Español
English
4. Press the rotary button to conrm your language
selection.
• A welcome screen is displayed. Welcome to a world of avor.
Your appliance works best
connected to WiFi and paired to
the NutriU app.
Continue
5. Press the rotary button to conrm and continue.
Note
• In the next screen you can decide whether to connect
the appliance to your smart device right away or do it
later.
6. If you decide to connect right away, navigate to
option “Yes, please”.
Do you wish to download the app?
Yes, please
No thanks
I already have the app
Note
• We recommend downloading the NutriU app and
add your “Air Cooker” to the app as soon as you set
up your appliance for the rst time. This enables you
to use the Air Cooker to its full extent, for example, to
enjoy remote cooking and get notications on cooking
progress.

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7. A QR code displays. Scan it to download the NutriU
app.
OK
Download app, follow
instructions
www.philips.com/nutrimax
Tip
• You can also download the NutriU app from the App
Store or from the website www.philips.com/nutriu.
Alternatively, you can scan the QR code in the booklet
which comes in the pack of your Air Cooker.
8. Open the NutriU app and follow the registration process.
9. Select the connected Air Cooker in your prole under “My Appliances”.
10. Follow the steps in the App to connect your Air Cooker to your WiFi and
pair your Air Cooker with your smart device.
Note
• If you decide to connect your Air Cooker later, you can start the WiFi setup
process under “Tools → Settings → setup WiFi” in the Air Cooker menu.
• You can only use the Air Cooker with the app when the WiFi indicator beside
the display is solid white.
The WiFi indicator has two states.
The WiFi indicator is o. WiFi is disabled.
The WiFi indicator is on. WiFi is enabled and connected to the router.
Important
• Remote control: you can remotely control your Air Cooker through the
app (e.g. send a recipe, pause cooking, etc.) only if you have checked
o the “remote consent” in the NutriU app, to be found in your NutriU
prole.
• Make sure to connect your Air Cooker to a 2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n home
WiFi network.
• Single user pairing: the Air Cooker can be remotely controlled by only
one user at the same time. If a second user wants to control the Air
Cooker and use the NutriU app, this user has to follow the pairing
process. Once paired, the rst user will be unpaired automatically.
• The WiFi setup process can be cancelled via the app or by unplugging
the Air Cooker.
Note
• You can turn WiFi on or o in Tools → Settings → WiFi Setup.
• You can reset WiFi in Tools → Settings → WiFi Setup.

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Preparing for Use
1. Place the appliance on a stable, horizontal, level and heat-resistant surface.
Warning
• Do not put anything on top or on the sides of the appliance. This could
disrupt the airow and aect the cooking result.
• Do not place the operating appliance near or underneath objects that
could be damaged by steam, such as walls and cupboard.
Note
• Always put the basket with the tray into the appliance. Do not use the basket
alone.
Using the Air Cooker
1. Plug in the Air Cooker.
2. Press the rotary button to turn on the Air Cooker.
3. Fill in the water tank.
3a. Detach the water tank from the back of your Air
Cooker and open the lid of the water tank.
: always excluded for manual

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3b. Fill it with water up to the MAX indication.
Note
• The MAX water level indication is on the handle side of
the water tank and should not be exceeded.
3c. Place the lid of the water tank back onto the
water tank and attach it to the Air Cooker.
Note
• The amount of water needed for cooking depends
on the type of food and the duration of cooking, you
may need to rell the water tank during cooking. A
low water level indication will be shown in the cooking
status banner on the NutriU app as well as the display
of the appliance.
4. Place the food in the Air Cooker.
Note
• The “Bake” and “Roast” cooking methods require
preheating. Place the food in the device after
preheating is completed.
5. Select the cooking method you want to use (see also
chapter “Cooking modes”).
Bake
Cooking methods
Back
Air Steam
Steaming
Roast
6. Set the cooking parameters if needed.

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7. Press the rotary button to start cooking.
140°C
10:00
Start
8. The cooking progress begins. The steam generator and fan switch on.
Note
• When you pause the cooking process, for example to adjust the cooking
parameters in between cooking, press the rotary button to do so. Press the
rotary button again to resume cooking.
• Do not place the Air Cooker beside another cooking appliance, close to the
kitchen wall, or beneath a kitchen cupboard as hot steam may condense and
run down the surfaces.
Warning
• During use, 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.
9. When the cooking time elapse, you will see the enjoy screen.
• A melody will sound.
10. You can either go back to main menu (toggle to icon x and conrm), keep
your food warm, or cook more.
Note
• Empty the water tank when you have nished cooking.
• Always make sure that your food is fully cooked before serving.

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Cooking modes
Mode How to Skill level of Air Cooker
user
1Recipe guided
cooking
Choose a recipe in the app and
send it to the Air Cooker.
All levels automated
cooking: full guidance
2 Ingredients
Select the ingredients, then
the cooking method. The Air
Cooker automatically adjusts
temperature and humidity.
Adjust time base on your
preferred end result and start
cooking.
Beginner: full guidance
3Cooking
methods
Select the cooking method. The
Air Cooker automatically adjusts
temperature and humidity.
Adjust time base on your
preferred end result and start
cooking.
Advanced: basic guidance
4 Manual mode
Adjust time, temperature, and
humidity manually and start
cooking.
Expert: no guidance
Recipe guided cooking via NutriU app
If you are a beginning Air Cooker user, we recommend using the recipe guided
cooking mode. It is the easiest way to get familiar with your Air Cooker. If you
are a more experienced user, the NutriU app helps you reach the full potential
of your Air Cooker.
Note
• Recipe guided cooking is only possible when your Air Cooker and your smart
device are connected, paired, and the remote consent is given in your NutriU
prole.
1. Plug in the Air Cooker.

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2. Press the rotary button to turn on the Air Cooker.
3. Open the NutriU app on your smart device and choose a recipe in the
NutriU app.
4. Tap “Get started”.
• The respective setting is shown in the NutriU app and also mirrored on
your appliance.
5. Adjust time if needed, and then start cooking from either the app or on the
appliance.
Tip
• If you stick strictly to the recipe in terms of ingredients and amount of food,
you do not need to adjust the cooking time.
• If you cook less or more than the recipe recommended food amount, you
may need to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Note
• You could also change cooking parameters such as “humidity” and
“temperature” for a recipe. Changing these parameters may impact the
cooking result.
Mode “Ingredients”
Cook with this mode if you are a beginning Air Cooker user and would like to
have full guidance over the cooking process.
Important
• When you enter the ingredient list for the rst time, namely before
you have connected your Air Cooker to your home WiFi, there is only a
default ingredient list. The list will be updated automatically as soon as
you connect and pair your Air Cooker with your smart device according
to the country/region you choose during the connection process in the
app.
Note
• From time to time the ingredient list is updated automatically. This requires
that your Air Cooker is connected to your home WiFi.

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1. Plug in the Air Cooker.
2. Press the rotary button to turn on the Air Cooker.
3. Turn the rotary button until Ingredients is selected. Ingredients
4. Push the rotary button to conrm.

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5. Turn the rotary button to choose the ingredient you
want to cook. Press the rotary button to conrm. Back
Root & starchy veggies
Grains
Meat
Ingredients
Vegetables
1
2
6. Choose one of the recommended cooking methods
and conrm. Back
Steaming
Roast
Cooking methods
Air Steam
7. Push the rotary button to start cooking.
Note
• The default cooking time is based on the amount of
ingredients you put into your Air Cooker.
Refer to the table below for the suggested food amount according to the default
cooking time.
Ingredient
Cluster Ingredient Amount Methods Cooking
temperature
Cooking
humidity
Cooking
time
Preheat-
ing
Vegetables Spinach 250g Steam 100°C 10 min no
Broccoli 750g Air Steam 120°C 8 min no
750g Roast 160°C 13 min yes
Zucchini 500g Air Steam 120°C 15 min no
Cauliower 500g Air Steam 120°C 15 min no
500g Roast 160°C 20 min yes
Green
beans 500g Air Steam 120°C 17 min no
Eggplant 750g Air Steam 120°C 25 min no
680g Roast 160°C 20 min yes
Brussel
sprouts 750g Air Steam 120°C 12 min no

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Ingredient
Cluster Ingredient Amount Methods Cooking
temperature
Cooking
humidity
Cooking
time
Preheat-
ing
Asparagus
green 750g Air Steam 120°C 10 min no
Bell Pepper 500g Air Steam 120°C 12 min no
Tomatoes 750g Air Steam 120°C 12 min no
Root &
starchy
veggies
Potato
whole 600g Air Steam 120°C 40 min no
Potato
quartered 600g Air Steam 120°C 35 min no
600g Roast 160°C 45 min yes
Sweet
potato
orange
quartered
600g Air Steam 120°C 20 min no
Sweet
potatoe
whole
600g Roast 160°C 30 min yes
Pumpkin
cubes 750g Air Steam 120°C 30 min no
750g Roast 160°C 30 min yes
Carrots 750g Air Steam 120°C 25 min no
750g Roast 160°C 25 min yes
Grains Basmati rice
200g rice
/ 540 ml
water
Air Steam 120°C 25 min no
Jasmine rice 200g /
550ml Air Steam 120°C 25 min no
Long whole
grain rice
200g /
540ml Air Steam 120°C 40 min no
Millet 200g /
400ml Air Steam 120°C 20 min no
Quinoa
200g /
520ml
water
Air Steam 120°C 25 min no
Barley 200g /
600 ml Air Steam 120°C 40 min no
Buckwheat 200g /
450ml Air Steam 120°C 20 min no
Couscous /
Bulgur
200g /
300ml
water
Air Steam 120°C 10 min no
Meat lean cuts of
beef 1.000g Air Steam 120°C 50 min no
lean cuts of
pork 1.000g Air Steam 120°C 60 min no
Streaky pork 1.000g Roast 160°C 60 min yes