PowerXL Microwave Air Fryer Plus User manual

Save These Instructions – For Household Use Only
Owner’s Manual
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PowerXL Microwave Air Fryer Plus
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
The PowerXL Microwave Air Fryer Plus
™
will provide you many
years of delicious family meals and memories around the dinner
table. But before you begin, it’s very important that you read this
entire manual, making certain that you are totally familiar with this
appliance’s operation and precautions.

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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4
Parts & Accessories 8
The Control Panel 10
Using the Accessories 11
Programming
Microwave 12
Air Fry 13
Bake 14
Instructions for Use 15
Cooking Function Information 20
Cooking Guidelines & Tips 22
Recipes 23
Troubleshooting 26
Cleaning & Storage 28
Frequently Asked Questions 29
Money-Back Guarantee 30

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING
When using electrical appliances basic
safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock,
re, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
PREVENT INJURIES! CAREFULLY READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specic warning in the
“PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” section.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to
properly grounded outlet (see the “GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS” section).
4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with
the “Countertop Installation” section.
5. Some products, such as whole eggs and sealed
containers – for example, closed glass jars – can
explode and should not be heated in this appliance.
6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This appliance
is specically designed to heat or cook food. It is not
designed for industrial or laboratory use.
7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when it is used by children.
8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord
or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualied
service technicians. Contact Customer Service using
the information located on the back of this manual.
10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
11. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.
12. Do not use this product near water, such as near a
kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool,
or similar locations.
13. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
14. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
15. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
16. Place the front surface of the door 3 inches or more
back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental
tipping of the appliance during normal usage.
17. Recommended clearances: 3 inches on each side,
12 inches on top, and 3 inches in the rear.
18. Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
19. Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance’s
surface when the appliance is in use.
20. Oversized food or oversized metal cookware should
not be used in this appliance because they increase
the risk of electric shock and could cause a re.
21. When cleaning the surfaces of the door and the
appliance that come together on closing the door, use
only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied
with a sponge or soft cloth.
22. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can
burn off the pad and touch electrical parts, which
involves a risk of electric shock.
23. Do not cover the microwave rack or any part of the
appliance with metal foil. This will cause overheating of
the appliance.
24. To reduce the risk of re in the appliance interior:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance
when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are
placed inside the appliance to facilitate cooking.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags
before placing bag in the appliance.
c. If materials inside the appliance ignite, keep
appliance door closed, turn appliance off, and
disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the
fuse or circuit breaker panel.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
d. Do not use the interior for storage purposes. Do not
leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the
appliance when not in use.
e. Do not use the microwave function without food in
the appliance.
25. Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea can be
overheated beyond the boiling point without
appearing to be boiling. This is called delayed eruptive
boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container
is removed from the microwave appliance is not
always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY
HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN
THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS
INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
26. To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
a. Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow
necks. Use a wide-mouth container.
b. Stir liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
c. Do not overheat liquid.
d. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other
utensil into the container. This may also cause delayed
eruptive boiling.
e. After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave appliance for a short period of time before
removing the container.
f. Be careful when opening containers of hot food.
Use potholders and direct steam away from your face
and hands.
g. Vent, pierce, or slit containers, pouches, or plastic
bags to prevent build-up of pressure.
h. Be careful when touching the turntable, door,
or walls of the appliance, which may become hot
during use.
i. Do not use paper products when the appliance is
operated in the air fryer or oven mode.
27. Cook meat and poultry thoroughly – meat to at least an
internal temperature of 160° F/71° C and poultry to at
least an internal temperature of 180° F/82° C. This product can expose you to Bisphenol A, which is known
to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm. For more information, go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
For California Residents
WARNING:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
28. Make sure all cookware used with the microwave
function in this appliance is suitable for microwaving
(see the “Materials to Avoid with the Microwave
Function” section).
29. Do not store any materials, accessories, or containers
inside the appliance when not in use.
30. Use of the accessories:
a. Remove the Air Frying Rack and Baking Pan from
the appliance when not in use.
b. Use potholders when handling the cooking
accessories. They may be hot.
c. Be sure that the accessories are positioned properly
inside the appliance. The Air Frying Rack and Baking
Pan must always be placed on the Glass Tray.
d. DO NOT USE THE AIR FRY RACK AND BAKING
PAN WITH THE MICROWAVE FUNCTION.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
• Do not attempt to operate this appliance with the
door open as this can result in harmful exposure to
microwave energy. It is important not to break or tamper
with the safety interlocks.
• Do not place any object between the appliance front
face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
• Do not operate the appliance if it is damaged. It is
particularly important that the appliance door closes
properly and that there is no damage to the door (for
example, make sure that it is not bent); hinges and
latches (for example, make sure that they are not broken
or loosened); door seals and sealing surface.

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• NEVER put anything on top of the appliance.
• NEVER cover the air vents on the top, back,
and side of the cooking appliance.
• ALWAYS use oven mitts when removing anything
hot from the appliance.
• NEVER rest anything on the door while it is open.
• DO NOT leave the door open for an extended period.
• ALWAYS ensure that nothing is protruding from the
appliance before closing the door.
• ALWAYS close the door gently; NEVER slam the door
closed. ALWAYS hold the handle of the door when
opening and closing the door.
WARNING
IMPORTANT
Before initial use, hand wash the cooking accessories. Then,
wipe the outside and inside of the appliance with a warm,
moist cloth and mild detergent. Next, preheat the appliance
for a few minutes to burn off any residue. Finally, wipe the
appliance out with a wet cloth.
CAUTION: Upon first use, the appliance may smoke or
emit a burning odor due to oils used to coat and preserve the
heating elements.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the
risk of becoming entangled or tripping over a longer cord.
• This appliance has been designed for use with a 3-prong,
120V dedicated electrical outlet only.
• Plug into a 3-prong wall outlet with no other appliances on
the same outlet. Plugging other appliances into the outlet may
cause the circuit to overload.
Electric Power
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances,
your new appliance may not operate properly. It should be
operated on a dedicated electrical circuit.
Using the Power Cord GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical
short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by
providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance
is equipped with a cord with a grounding wire and grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded. Consult a qualied electrician or
serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance
is properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an extension
cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-pronged
grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug
on the appliance.
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks
resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or an extension cord should not be used
unless the following precautions are followed (see 3, below).
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used:
a. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension
cord should match the rating of the appliance.
b. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
c. The longer 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.
Model
Number Supply Power Rated Power Capacity Turntable
Diameter Temperature
BDK02 120V ~60Hz
Input Microwave: 1500W
Output Microwave: 1000W
Output Grill: 1150W
Output Air Fry: 1800W
1 Cubic Foot 12.4 inches Air Fry: 300°F/149° C–425°F/218° C
Bake: 100°F/38° C–425°F/218° C
Appliance Specications

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Remove all packing material and accessories. Examine
the oven for any damage, such as dents or a broken door.
Do not install if the appliance is damaged.
Cabinet: Remove any protective lm found on the
microwave oven cabinet surface. Do not remove the
light brown cover that is attached to the oven cavity to
protect the magnetron.
1. Select a level surface that provides enough open
space for the intake and/or outlet vents. A minimum
clearance of 3.0 inches (7.5cm) is required between
the appliance and any adjacent walls. One side must
be open.
• Leave a minimum clearance of 12 inches (30cm)
above the appliance.
• Do not remove the legs from the bottom
of the appliance.
• Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings can
damage the appliance.
• Place the appliance as far away from radios and
televisions as possible. This appliance’s operation of
microwave oven may cause interference with your
radio or TV reception.
2. Plug your appliance into a standard household outlet.
Be sure the voltage and the frequency is the same as
the voltage and the frequency on the rating label.
WARNING: Do not use this appliance over a range
cooktop or other heat-producing appliance. If used
near or over a heat source, the appliance could
damage other property, could cause personal
injuries, and could void the guarantee.
Countertop Use
3.0 in. (7.5 cm)
12 in. (30 cm)
open
3.0 in. (7.5 cm)

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NOTE: Unpack all contents from the packaging. Contents vary by
model. Check all packaging material carefully for parts. Please remove
any clear or blue protective lm on the components.
Parts & Accessories
5a 5b 5c
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Parts & Accessories
1. MAIN UNIT: Features sturdy construction
throughout.
2. GLASS DOOR: Sturdy, durable glass keeps heat in
and helps ensure even heat distribution to food.
NEVER cook with this door in the open position.
3. DOOR HANDLE: Always use the handle and avoid
touching the Glass Door. The Door may become very
hot during the cooking process and can cause injury.
4. CONTROL PANEL: Use the Control Panel to use
the cooking presets and set the cooking time and
temperature (see “The Control Panel” section).
5. TURNTABLE ASSEMBLY: Food, containers, and
cooking accessories must always be placed on the
Turntable Assembly when using all the appliance’s
cooking modes.
5a. TURNTABLE RING: Used to assemble the turntable
so that food rotates during the cooking process.
5b. GLASS TRAY:Used to assemble the turntable.
The glass tray assembly is ALWAYS required for all
cooking modes. It must not be removed.
5c. TURNTABLE SHAFT: Used for rotating the Glass
Tray when cooking food.
6. AIR FRY RACK: Use for air frying onion rings,
mozzarella sticks, French fries, and more. Cannot
be used with Microwave mode and must always be
placed on the Glass Tray.
7. BAKING PAN: Use for baking pizzas and baked
goods. Cannot be used with Microwave mode and
must always be placed on the Glass Tray. May be
sold separately.
WARNING
The metal components of this appliance will get
extremely hot during use. Great care should be
taken to avoid personal injury. Wear protective oven
mitts or gloves.
Oversized metal utensils and accessories, including
the Air Fry Rack and Baking Pan, should not be used
with this appliance’s microwave function.
Turntable Installation
All food and food containers should be placed on the Glass
Tray when cooked in this appliance. If the Glass Tray or the
Turntable Ring are damaged, contact Customer Service
using the contact information located on the back of this
manual. To assemble the turntable:
1. Place the Turntable Ring in the groove on the bottom of
the inside of the appliance (see Fig. i).
2. Place the Glass Tray on top of the Turntable Ring
(see Fig. ii). Ensure that the Glass Tray is right side up. FIG. i
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The Control Panel
A. INDICATORS
B. LED PANEL: Displays functions, cooking times,
temperatures, and weights.
C. FUNCTION BUTTONS: Use to set Microwave, Air
Fryer, or Bake in manual mode. Bake and Air Fry have
adjustable time and temperature. Microwave has
adjustable power and time. Microwave Power Level:
Press to change the power level.
D. PRESET BUTTONS: Use to select a preset
cooking function, which sets a preset cooking time
and temperature.
E. FUNCTION MENU BUTTONS: Use to select presets
from the preset menu (see “Preset Cooking Chart”
section) or to adjust the clock.
Micro Menu: Refer to the “Preset Cooking Chart”
section for preset cooking times and temperatures.
Air Fry Menu: Refer to the “Preset Cooking Chart”
section for preset cooking times and temperatures.
Clock/Timer Button: Press once to set the current time
on the appliance. Press twice to set the timer on the
appliance. Use the Control Knob to adjust and conrm
the selected time.
F. CONTROL KNOB: Once a cooking mode, time,
and temperature have been set either manually or
by using the Preset Buttons, press the Control Knob
to begin the cooking process. During the cooking
process, press the Control Knob to add 30 seconds
to the cooking time. The Control Knob can also be
used to conrm settings, such as the clock/timer on
the appliance.
G. STOP/CLEAR/ECO BUTTON: Press the
Stop/Clear/Eco Button to stop the cooking process
at any time. When the cooking process is stopped,
press the Stop/Clear/Eco Button to cancel the current
cooking timer and enter standby mode.
When the appliance is in standby mode, press the
Stop/Clear/Eco Button to darken the control panel.
When the panel is darkened, press any button on the
panel to illuminate the panel.
H. LOCK/MUTE BUTTON: Press to mute or unmute
the appliance. Hold to lock or unlock the appliance
(see “Using the Lock and Mute Functions” section).
STANDBY MODE: When no cooking program is
running, the appliance is in standby mode.
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Microwave Air Fry Heating Element
(used with the Air Fry,
Bake,or Broil settings)
Defrost Lock Menu
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Using the Accessories
FIG. iii
FIG. iv
FIG. v
Using the Air Fry Rack
1. Assemble the turntable (see the “Turntable
Installation” section).
2. Place food on the Air Fry Rack. Place the Air Fry Rack
on the Tray (see Fig. iii). The Air Fry Rack can be
ipped so that food can be placed closer to or farther
from the top heating element.
3. Choose a cooking mode, time, and temperature.
Press the Control Knob to begin the cooking process.
NOTE: Do not use the Air Fry Rack with the
microwave function.
Using the Baking Pan
1. Assemble the turntable (see the “Turntable
Installation” section)
2. Place food on the Baking Pan. Place the Baking Pan
on the Glass Tray (see Fig. iv) or on the Air Fry Rack
(see Fig. v).
3. Choose a cooking mode, time, and temperature. Press
the Control Knob to begin the cooking process.

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Microwave Programming
Function Preset Default Power Power Range Weight/ Quantity Default Time Time Range Display on Panel
Microwave Microwave 100% 10–100% N/A 30 secs. 30 secs.–95 mins. P100
Microwave Popcorn 100% 100%
2.75 oz
3.2 oz
3.5 oz
2 mins.15 secs.
2 mins.30 secs.
2 mins.50 secs.
N/A 2.75 oz
Microwave Defrost Varies (see chart) Varies (see chart) Varies (see chart) N/A DEF1
Micro Menu
Microwave Function Beverage 100% 100%
4 oz
8 oz
12 oz
1mins.
1 mins.40 secs.
2 mins.20 secs.
N/A C1
Micro Menu
Microwave Function Dinner Plate 100% 100%
5 oz
8 oz
12 oz
15 oz
21 oz
1 mins.30 secs.
2 mins.10 secs.
3 mins.10 secs.
4 mins.10 secs.
5 mins.40 secs.
N/A C2
Micro Menu
Microwave Function Soup 100% 100%
8 oz
16 oz
24 oz
2 mins.
4 mins.
6 mins.
N/A C3
Micro Menu
Microwave Function Potato 100% 100%
8 oz
16 oz
24 oz
5 mins.
9 mins.
12 mins.
N/A C4
Micro Menu
Microwave Function Vegetable 100% 100%
4 oz
8 oz
16 oz
2 mins.10 secs.
4 mins.
5 mins.30 secs.
N/A C5
Micro Menu
Microwave Function Oatmeal 100%/50% 100%/50% 28 oz 6 mins./4 mins. N/A C6
NOTE: Press the Control Knob at any time during the cooking process to add 30 seconds to the cooking timer.
Defrost
Code Food Default Weight Default Time
DEF1 Vegetable 21.8 oz 2.6 secs.
DEF2 Fruit 8 oz 124 secs.
DEF3 Chicken 18 oz 36 secs.
DEF4 Fish 13 oz 25 secs.
DEF5 Meat 36 oz 72 secs.
DEF6 Broth 13.6 oz 25.6 secs.
First
Stage Second Stage Third Stage Reminder Fourth Stage Fifth Stage
Time 10% of
total time
10%
of total
time
20%
of total
time Two beeps
reminder
to ip food
10%
of total
time
50%
of total
time
Power 90% 0% 50% 10% 20%
Defrost Charts

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Air Fry Programming
Function Preset Default Temperature Temperature Range Weight/ Quantity Default Time Time Range Display on Panel
Air Fry Air Fry 400° F/204° C
300° F/149° C,325° F/163° C,
350° F/177° C,375° F/190° C,
400° F/204° C,425° F/218° C
N/A 20 mins. 30 secs.–95 mins.
Air Fry French Fries 425° F/218° C N/A N/A 22 mins. N/A
Air Fry Pizza 400° F/204° C N/A N/A 10 mins. N/A
Air Fry
Menu
Frozen
Steak Fries 425° F/218° C N/A 11 oz. 24 mins. N/A AF01
Air Fry
Menu
Frozen
Onion Rings 425° F/218° C N/A 7 oz. 12 mins. N/A AF02
Air Fry
Menu
Frozen Chicken
Nuggets 425° F/218° C N/A 12 oz. 20 mins. N/A AF03
Air Fry
Menu
Frozen
Chicken Wings 425° F/218° C N/A 18 oz. 21 mins. N/A AF04
Air Fry
Menu
Frozen
Fish Sticks 425° F/218° C N/A 9 oz. 20 mins. N/A AF05
Air Fry
Menu Bacon 425° F/218° C N/A 4 pcs 9 mins. N/A AF06
Air Fry
Menu Vegetable 400° F/204° C N/A 11 oz. 16 mins. N/A AF07
Air Fry
Menu AF Eggs (hard) 375° F/190° C N/A 5 pcs 18 mins. N/A AF08
Air Fry
Menu Roast Chicken 375° F/190° C N/A 16 oz. 35 mins. N/A AF09
Air Fry
Menu Breaded Shrimp 425° F/218° C N/A 8 oz. 18 mins. N/A AF10
Air Fry
Menu Pizza Slice 400° F/204° C N/A 2 pcs. 9 mins.30 secs. N/A AF11
Air Fry
Menu Cake 300° F/149° C N/A 16 oz. 45 mins. N/A AF12
Air Fry
Menu Cookie 325° F/163° C N/A 6 oz. 12 mins. N/A AF13
NOTE: Press the Control Knob at any time during the cooking process to add 30 seconds to the cooking timer.

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Bake Programming
Function Preset Default Temperature Temperature Range Default Time Time Range
Bake Bake 350° F/177° C
100° F/38° C,150° F/65° C,
250° F/121° C,275° F/135° C,
300° F/149° C,325° F/163° C,
350° F/177° C,375° F/190° C,
400° F/204° C,425° F/218° C
30 mins.. 30 secs.–95 mins.
Bake Broil 425° F/218° C 400° F/204° C,425° F/218° C 10 mins. 30 secs.–95 mins.
Bake Keep Warm 160°F/71° C NA or 160° F/71° C 2 hrs. 1–4 hrs.
NOTE: Press the Control Knob at any time during the cooking process to add 30 seconds to the cooking timer.

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Instructions for Use
1. Read all material, warning stickers, and labels.
2. Remove all packing materials.
3. Hand-washing is recommended. Wash all parts and
accessories used in the cooking process with warm,
soapy water.
4. Never wash or submerge the cooking appliance in
water. Wipe the inside and outside of the cooking
appliance with a clean, moist cloth. Rinse with a warm,
moist cloth.
5. Before cooking food, preheat the appliance for a few
minutes to allow the manufacturer’s protective coating
of oil to burn off. Wipe the appliance with warm, soapy
water and a dishcloth after this burn-in cycle.
Before First Use
Setting the Clock
1. Press the Clock/Timer Button once. The LED Panel will
show “00:00.”
2. Turn the Control Knob to adjust the hour setting from
1 to 12.
3. Press the Clock/Timer Button to conrm the hour setting.
4. Turn the Control Knob to adjust the minute setting
from 0 to 59.
5. Press the Clock/Timer Button to conrm the time
setting.
Setting the Kitchen Timer
1. Press the Clock/Timer Button twice. The LED Panel will
show “00:00.”
2. Turn the Control Knob to adjust the kitchen timer from
0 to 95 minutes.
3. Press the Clock/Timer Button to start the kitchen timer.

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Cookware in the Microwave
Materials to Avoid in the Appliance
Material Reasons
Aluminum Tray May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.Transfer food to microwave-safe dish.
Food carton with metal handle May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.Transfer food to microwave-safe dish.
Metal or metal-trimmed utensils Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Metal Twist Ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Paper Bags May cause a fire when using the air fryer or oven function.
Plastic foam Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to high temperature.
Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack.
Instructions for Use
Cookware Microwave Air Fry Bake
Heat-resistant glass,glass-ceramic Yes Yes Yes
Metal No Yes Yes
Microwave-safe plastics
Note: Use only microwaveable cookware that is safe to 450° F/232° C. Yes No No
Plastic lms and wraps Yes No No
Paper products Yes No No
Straw, wicker,and wood No No No
Aluminum foil:
Use as shielding only. Small smooth pieces may be used to cover thin parts of
poultry to prevent overcooking.Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven walls.
The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from the oven walls.
No Yes Yes
Dinnerware:
Microwave safe only.Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Yes No No
Oven cooking bags:
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie.
Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Yes Yes Yes
Wax paper:
Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture inside. Yes No No
It is not necessary to buy new cookware. Many pieces
already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your
new appliance. The charts below will help you decide
which cookware and coverings should be used with each
feature. Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior
walls during the cooking process.

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Containers
CAUTION
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
Tightly-closed containers could explode. Closed containers
should be opened and plastic pouches should be pierced
before cooking.
See the instructions in the “Materials You Can Safely Use
in a Microwave Oven” and “Materials To Be Avoided in
a Microwave Oven” sections.
There may be certain non-metallic materials that are not
safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the
utensil in question by following the instructions in the
“Material/Container Test” section.
Material/Container Test
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup (250 ml)
of cold water and the container.
2. Set the appliance to microwave mode and cook
on maximum power for 1 minute. NOTE: Do not
microwave the container for more than 1 minute.
3. Carefully feel the container. If the container is warm,
do not use the container in microwave mode.
4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time to not overheat
the container.
Preventing Arcing
Arcing is sparks or electric ashes that crackle or pop.
Arcing can produce heat that is quite intense and can
damage the interior of the microwave or containers being
used in the microwave. It can also cause re.
Arcing occurs when metal containers are used in the
microwave and can also occur with the use of metal
skewers, metal clamps, or twist ties for plastic bags. To
prevent arcing, use the charts to determine which materials
are microwave safe, or follow instructions from container/
wrap manufacturer.
Plastic Cookware
Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is
very useful, but should be used carefully. Even
microwave-safe plastic may not be as tolerant of
overcooking conditions as are glass or ceramic materials
and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of
overcooking. In longer exposures to overcooking, the
food and cookware could ignite.
Follow these guidelines:
• Use microwave-safe plastics only and use them in
strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations.
• Do not microwave empty containers.
• Do not permit children to use plastic cookware
without adult supervision.
Instructions for Use

18 PowerXL Microwave Air Fryer Plus
Popcorn Button
1. Press the Popcorn Button.
2. The LED Display will show “2.75Oz.” Turn the Control
Knob to cycle between the available preset popcorn
weights (2.75 oz., 3.2 oz., and 3.5 oz.).
3. Press the Control Knob to begin the cooking process.
4. When the cooking timer is complete, the appliance will
beep ve times and display “0:00.”
Microwave Function
1. Press the Microwave Button to manually adjust the
power and time of the Microwave function.
2. Press the Microwave Button or turn the Control Knob
to select one of the ten power levels (see Fig. vi). Press
the Control Knob to conrm the power level.
3. Turn the Control Knob to adjust the cooking time.
Press the Control Knob to conrm the cooking settings
and begin the cooking process.
Fast Microwave
Turning the Control Knob while the appliance is in standby
mode (see “The Control Panel” section) allows you to add
or subtract time. Pressing the Control Knob will conrm the
time and run the microwave at 100% power. Pressing the
Control Knob again will increase the cooking time in
30-second increments.
Display Level Power
P100 10 100%
P90 990%
P80 880%
P70 770%
P60 660%
P50 550%
P40 440%
P30 330%
P20 220%
P10 110%
Fig. vi. The ten different microwave power levels.
Defrost Button
1. Pressing the defrost button displays DEF1.
2. You can scroll though the DEF1–DEF6 settings by
repeatedly pressing the Defrost Button or by turning
the Control Knob (see the Defrost Charts in the
“Microwave Programming” section).
3. Press the Control Knob to conrm the setting.
4. Turn the Control Knob to select the defrost
weight (4–100 oz).
5. Press the Control Knob to start defrosting.
6. Turn food over when unit beeps twice.
7. When the timer is complete, the appliance
will beep ve times and display “0:00.”
Cooking Function Information

PowerXL Microwave Air Fryer Plus 19
1. Press the Micro Menu button repeatedly or turn
the Control Knob to select one of the preset
weights, press the Control Knob to conrm the
selected preset, and then turn the Control Knob to
select a food weight (see Fig. vii).
2. Press the Control Knob to conrm the cooking settings.
3. When the cooking timer is complete, the appliance will
beep ve times and display “0:00.”
NOTE: Pressing the Control Knob increases the cooking
time in 30-second increments.
Bake Function
1. Press the Bake Function Button once. The LED Panel
will display “350F”.
2. Turn the Control Knob to cycle between the available
cooking temperatures (100° F/38° C, 150° F/65° C,
250° F/121° C, 275° F/135° C, 300° F/149° C,
325° F/163° C, 350° F/177° C, 375° F/190° C,
400° F/204° C, 425° F/218° C). Press the Control Knob
to conrm the cooking temperature.
3. Turn the Control Knob to adjust the cooking time
(30-second intervals for 5–10 minutes, 1-minute
intervals for 10–30 minutes, and 5-minute intervals for
30–90 minutes). Press the Control Knob to begin the
preheating process. The Fan Icon will ash to indicate
that the appliance is preheating.
4. When the appliance has preheated, the Fan Icon
will stop ashing and the appliance will display the
selected cooking time. Open the door, insert your
food and accessories, and close the door. Press the
Control Knob to start the timer.
5. When the cooking timer is complete, the appliance
will beep ve times and display “0:00.”
Using the Air Fry Menu
1. Press the Air Fry Menu button
2. Turn the Control Knob to cycle through the 13 preset
functions (AF01–AF13; see the “Air Fry Programming”
section for preset times and temperatures).
3. Once an air frying setting has been selected, press the
Control Knob to begin the cooking process.
4. When the cooking timer is complete, the appliance will
beep ve times and display “0:00.”
Menu Display Weight
1 Beverage C1 4 oz, 8 oz, 12 oz
2 Dinner Plate C2 5 oz, 8 oz, 12 oz, 15 oz, 21 oz
3 Soup C3 8 oz, 16 oz, 24 oz
4 Potato C4 8 oz, 16 oz, 24 oz
5 Vegetable C5 4 oz, 8 oz, 16 oz
6 Oatmeal C6 28 oz
Fig. vii. The six Micro Menu preset weights.
Micro Menu Button
Cooking Function Information

20 PowerXL Microwave Air Fryer Plus
Cooking Function Information
French Fries Button
1. Press the “French Fries” Button to set the appliance to
French Fry mode.
2. The LED Display will show “22:00.” Press the Control
Knob to begin the cooking timer. Open the door,
insert your food and accessories, and close the door.
3. When the cooking timer is complete, the appliance will
beep ve times and display “0:00.”
Pizza Button
1. Press the Pizza Button to set the appliance to pizza mode.
2. Press the Control Knob to start preheating the
appliance. When the appliance has preheated, the
LED Display will show “18:00.” Open the door, insert
your food and accessories, and close the door.
3. When the cooking timer is complete, the appliance
will beep ve times and display “0:00.” Press the
Control Knob to begin the cooking timer.