Tower Hobbies T14001 Operator's manual

T14001
Low Fat Air Fryer
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
*Subject to registering your Extended Guarantee online at www.towerhousewares.co.uk.

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A Healthy Alternative
Enjoy your favourite fried foods without the fat, thanks to this Airwave Low Fat Fryer. With innovative
air circulation technology, combined with the triple cooking power of halogen, convection and infrared,
hot air is circulated efficiently in and around your food, cooking up to 3 times faster whilst providing an
instant heat up time compared to a conventional oven.
A generous 10.6 litre capacity, with an optional 1.4 litre extender ring, makes this fryer ideal for cooking
larger portions, while a removable glass bowl is quick and simple to clean.
GREAT BRITISH DESIGN, INNOVATION
AND EXCELLENCE SINCE 1912
Since the turn of the 20th century, Tower has been designing,
developing and manufacturing housewares and small
appliances used by millions of households throughout the
UK and beyond. During the 1960s, the rise in popularity
of pressure cooking saw Tower become the UK’s largest
producer of pressure cookers, right through into the late
1980s. In recent years the Tower brand has been reborn with
an exciting and varied range of housewares and electrical
appliances that have quickly reinstated the brand’s richly
deserved status as a household name.

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Contents:
Thank you for purchasing this appliance from the Tower
range.
Please read this manual carefully BEFORE using the
appliance for your own safety.
It has been designed to provide many years of
trouble-free use.
There are many benets to using a Tower Low Fat Air
Fryer:
• Simple to use controls allow you to cook great tasting
meals quickly and efciently.
• A healthy alternative to cooking traditionally deep fried
food.
• The rapid air circulation system allows for faster cooking
and saves energy.
• Revolutionary AirBlast technology requires little or no
oil.
• Great for frying, roasting, grilling and baking.
• 1300W - Uses less energy and cooks 3 times faster.
• 10.6L litre capacity with 1.4L extender ring.
• Triple cooking power: halogen / convection / infrared.
• Removable glass bowl for easy cleaning and
observation.
• Cooks from frozen - no thawing needed.
• Halogen heating element heats directly.
• Added browning, roasting and avour enhancement.
• Convection circulates the air for even heat distribution.
1. Specications
Components and
structure
2. Technical data
3. Important Safety
Information
4. Before First Use
5. Using your Appliance
6. Troubleshooting
7. Recycling
8. Cleaning & Care
9. Wiring Safety
10. Warranty Information
11. Your Receipt
See back page for Customer
Service Information.

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This box contains:
Instruction Manual
Recipe Book
Tongs
Low Rack
High Rack
Motor Lid Stand
Oil Spray
2 x Mesh Plates
1 x Extension Ring (may be packaged
around the glass bowl)
Basket
1. Lid- Motor Block
2. Safety Lock
3. Timer (60 minutes)
4. Thermostat (125-
240°C)
5. Indicator Lights
6. Extension Ring
7. Bowl
8. Basket
9. Stand
10. Motor Lid Stand
1 - Specications:
Structure of your appliance:
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Description: Low Fat Air Fryer
Model: T14001
Rated Voltage: 220-240V ~50Hz
Power Consumption: 1300W
Bowl Volume 10.6L
Bowl Volume with Extender Ring 12L
Documentation
We declare that this product conforms to the following product legislation in
accordance with the following directive(s):
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive.
2011/65/EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
1935/2004/EC Materials & Articles in Contact With Food
(LFGB section 30 & 31).
2009/125/EC Eco-design of energy related products.
RK Wholesale LTD Quality Assurance, United Kingdom.
2 - Technical Data:
Should you encounter problems or require a replacement part, contact the Tower
Customer Support Team: [phone].
Some spare parts may be ordered from the Tower website.
Your warranty becomes void should you decide to use non Tower spare parts.
Spare parts can be purchased from www.towerhousewares.co.uk
Guarantee for spare parts:
The spares and accessories are guaranteed for 1 year from date of purchase.
The main body and housing are guaranteed for the extended free warranty subject
to registration.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty products must
be returned to the place of purchase within 12 months from the date of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.

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• Check that the voltage
of the main circuit
corresponds with the
rating of the appliance
before operating.
• If the supply cord or
appliance is damaged,
stop using the appliance
immediately and
seek advice from the
manufacturer, its service
agent or a similarly
qualied person.
• WARNING! DO NOT let
the cord hang over the
edge of a table or counter,
serious burns may result
from the air fryer being
pulled off the counter
where it may be grabbed
by children or become
entangled with the user.
• DO NOT carry the
appliance by the power
cord.
• DO NOT use any
extension cord with this
appliance.
• DO NOT pull the plug out
by the cord as this may
damage the plug and/or
the cable.
• Switch off at the wall
socket then remove the
plug from the socket
when not in use or before
cleaning.
• The use of accessory
attachments is not
recommended by the
appliance manufacturer
apart from those supplied
with this product. DO
NOT use extension cords
with the appliance.
• Switch off and unplug
before tting or removing
tools/attachments, after
use and before cleaning.
• Close supervision is
necessary when any
appliance is used by or
near children.
• Children should not play
with the appliance.
Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your
Tower appliance
3 - Important Safety Information:

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• This appliance can be
used by children aged
from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or
lack of experience and
knowledge if they have
been given supervision or
instruction concerning use
of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the
hazards involved.
• Cleaning and user
maintenance should not
be undertaken by children
without supervision.
• Take care when any
appliance is used near
pets.
• DO NOT use this product
for anything other than its
intended use.
• This appliance is for
household use only.
• DO NOT use the
appliance outdoors.
• DO NOT place the
air fryer on or near
combustible materials
such as a tablecloth or
curtain.
• DO NOT place the air
fryer against a wall or
against other appliances.
Leave at least 10cm free
space on the back and
sides and 10cm free space
above the appliance.
• Allow the air fryer cool
down for approx. 30
minutes before you handle
or clean it.
• Make sure the food
prepared in the air fryer
comes out golden-yellow
instead of dark or brown.
Remove burnt remnants.
• During hot 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.

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• Hot steam and air may
escape when you remove
the pan from the air fryer.
• Any baking trays or oven
dishes used in the air fryer
will become hot. Always
use oven gloves when
handling or removing
anything from the air fryer.
• WARNING! DO NOT ll
the air fryer pan with oil
as this may cause a re
hazard.
• Always put ingredients
to be fried in the basket.
DO NOT press the basket
release button during
shaking.
• DO NOT place anything
on top of the air fryer.
• Ensure that food is
completely dry before
adding any oil to it and/or
putting it in the air fryer.
• WARNING! The inner
glass bowl will get very
hot during cooking. To
prevent injury, always allow
the bowl to cool down
fully before removing it
from the basket.
• In the unlikely event the
appliance develops a fault,
stop using it immediately
and seek advice from the
Customer Support Team:
[phone]
WARNING!
The air fryer gets very hot while in operation. ALWAYS attach the outer basket to the
air fryer before turning it on. NEVER attempt to use the air fryer without the basket
attached, to prevent injury.

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Before rst use:
1. Remove the parts from the packaging.
2. Place the low fat air fryer on a at, dry surface.
3. Remove any promotional labels or stickers.
4. Dispose of the packaging in a responsible manner.
5. Place the fryer inside the protective outer basket before turning it on, to prevent injury.
6. When you are ready to use the appliance, be sure that the timer controls are in the “off”
position and unplugged. We recommend a trial run to familiarise yourself with your
appliance and to eliminate any problem substances or oil that may have been used for
packaging and shipping.
7. Plug the cord into a 220-240 volt AC outlet.
8. Set the timer control to 10 minutes and set the temperature control to 100°C
Note: A small amount of smoke and odour may be detected. This is normal. To avoid
scratching, marring, discolouration or re hazard, do not store anything on top of the oven,
especially during operation.
Installing the basket:
Before using your air fryer, take care to attach the protective outer basket.
To do this, simply place your fryer inside the basket so that it sits ush and is rmly secured.
Convection oven cooking:
Using circulating air, the convection oven cooks food quickly, efciently and uses much less
energy than conventional cooking methods. The convection oven can cook on more than
one level, so dishes that normally require multiple pots and pans to wash will be simpler, and
much easier to clean.
The hot air method of cooking ensures an even distribution of heat around the food. One
of the effects of this is that the surface of food such as meat is quickly sealed, allowing it to
retain the succulence of its original avour.
Thawing food:
The thaw/wash setting allows you to thaw out most foods. The ‘wash’ reminds you to clean
any liquids from the bowl after thawing before cooking.
The convection oven will thaw most foods.
Simply place onto one of the wire racks, set the thermostat to thaw and allow approximately
40 minutes per kg.
Large items like meat joints should be turned at least once during the thawing process.
Note: Any liquids or juices from thawed food should be thoroughly cleaned from the bowl
before cooking.
Cooking with the extension ring:
The extension ring is perfect when you need to cook something of a larger size, such as a
whole chicken. Place the extension ring on the top of the bowl, to make the bowl bigger and
give it the extra volume needed for cooking. When using the extension ring, it’s possible to
cook several dishes at once.
4 - Before First Use
5 - Using Your Appliance

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Safety handle:
The convection oven will not work unless the safety handle is fully clicked into the down
position. To do this press the safety button on the handle to lower into place.
If you need to remove the lid during the cooking process, lifting the safety handle will stop
the heater and the turbo fan while you attend to the dish. Simply replace the lid and place
the safety handle in the down position to resume cooking.
Thermostat:
Sets the cooking temperature from 125°C to 240°C.
Timer:
The timer dial is marked in minutes and has a reminder bell, which sounds when the cooking
time is completed.
When setting the manual timer, always turn the timer past the time you wish to set, before
turning it back to the correct time.
The timer will ding at the 5 minute point and the heating element and fan will stop. It will
continue to tick down until the ‘Off’ indicator is reached.
It is safe to remove the lid during the nal ve minutes, or you may wish to allow your food to
cool. Once the ‘Off’ indicator is reached the timer sound will end. You may also turn the timer
dial manually to the ‘Off’ indicator.
Operating your appliance:
1. Prepare the bowl. While cooking, the surface of the bowl will be considerably hot; be
sure to place the appliance on a heatproof surface.
2. Place the rack in the bowl and place food in the centre of the rack to receive the best air
circulation. Allow 1cm space between the food and bowl.
3. Cover the bowl with the lid. Ensure it is sealed correctly.
4. Plug the cord into a wall outlet
5. Turn the thermostat to the desired temperature.
6. Set the timer using the reference table as a guide. Push the handle back to start. The
red and green indicator lights will go on to indicate that cooking has started.
7. The air fryer will automatically shut off when cooking time has been reached.
Note: The timer may continue to tick after the air fryer has shut off and nished cooking.
8. When roasting, line the bottom of the bowl with foil to catch any drippings.

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Application examples:
Reference table of time and temperature for cooking various foods.
Note: For meats weighing from 1-1.5 Kg, set the temperature at 200°C.
Cook for the following (approximate) times:
Temperature (°C) Cooking Class Quantity Minutes
200 Whole Chicken 2 ¼kg 70-75
200 Sliced Pork 500g 7-8
200 Drumsticks 8 Pieces 15
240 Fish 10 Pieces 7-8
200 Clam 500g 5-7
240 Shrimps 500g 5
240 Corn 4 Pieces 10
150 Cake 1 Case 20
240 Potato 500g 25
240 Red Prawn 4 Pieces 15
240 Crab Meat 500g 10
Type of meat Minutes
Beef, boneless, whole roast. rare: 15-20
medium: 20-25
well done: 25-30
Beef, rib roast, rump or chuck. rare: 15-20
medium: 20-25
well done: 25-30
Ham with bone & fully cooked. medium: 12-15
Pork loin (boneless). well done: 20-25
Loin with bone. well done: 25-30
Pork ribs. well done: 25-30

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Roasting:
• Lining the bottom of the bowl with foil will help to catch any drippings from the roast.
• Use a low rack to let hot air circulate freely.
• The propelled hot air of the convection oven cooks meat evenly and seals in any juices.
A meat thermometer is recommended.
• Without a meat thermometer, follow the time temperature table included in the
booklet, or follow a chart given for a regular oven and simply subtract 25°C.
Roast whole chicken:
• Rinse the chicken thoroughly and add the desired seasoning. We suggest spices such as
garlic, black pepper and salt.
• Allow the seasoning to penetrate for a few hours before roasting.
• The base of the bowl can be lined with aluminium foil to catch drippings.
• Roast for approximately 30 minutes per 1kg at 200°C.
Whole roasts:
• With the fatty portion facing upwards, place the meat directly on a low rack.
• Season to taste and insert the meat thermometer.
• The ideal temperature for roasting is usually 25°C less than for regular or conventional
roasting. The cooking time depends on the type and size of roast.
Note: The process of cooking and cooking time may vary, depending on the depth and size
of the mixture and the preparing dish.
Grilling and broiling:
• For broiling or grilling with a convection oven, the temperature should be set between
220-240°C
• No pre-heating is necessary when baking in a convection oven. Food should be placed
on the rack without covering.
• Use the high rack to bring the food closer to the source of the heating air.
• Add hickory liquid smoke or mesquite to get a smoky avour.
• Any seasoning should be applied to the surface of the meat.
• If the sh or meat is lean, spray the rack or grill with non-stick vegetable oil, or brush
with cooking oil prior to arranging the sh/ meat on the grill.
• This will minimise food sticking to the grill.
• For browner or more seared surfaces, broil on both sides as with thick stocks or steaks.
• For thinner pieces, no turning is necessary.
Pies:
• For pre-cooked chilled pies, simple place on a high rack for 8 - 12 minutes at 220°C.
• For frozen/uncooked pies, use the same position and temperature and increase the
temperature, depending on the size and content of the pie.
Bread rolls:
• To reheat fresh bread rolls, wrap each roll with foil, place on the low rack and heat at
200°C for 5-7 minutes.
• If the rolls are a few days old they can be brushed with a little milk, placed on the high
rack and heated for 6-9 minutes at 180°C.

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Frozen food:
• Large items like meat joints or poultry cannot be cooked from frozen and must be
thawed thoroughly rst. However, some foods cook best from frozen.
• Simply follow the cooking instructions on the packaging as a guideline.
• Due to the efcient nature of the convection oven, the cooking time for frozen products
is often shorter than that of a conventional oven.
Roast whole chicken:
• Rinse the chicken thoroughly and add the desired seasoning. We suggest spices such as
garlic, black pepper and salt.
• Allow the seasoning to penetrate for a few hours before roasting.
• The base of the bowl can be lined with aluminium foil to catch drippings.
• Roast for approximately 30 minutes per 1kg at 200°C.
Grilling:
• As with toasting, items to be grilled should be placed on the high rack and cooked
at between 220-240°C. Consider the thickness of the food when deciding the best
temperature setting to use,
• A 3cm thick steak would require a lower temperature and longer cooking time than a
1cm thick steak. Also remember that frozen food like burgers need a longer cooking
time.
• You may wish to turn the food halfway through the grilling process to ensure even
colouring.
Baking:
• The temperature for cooking uncovered dishes is usually 20 to 40°C lower than in a
traditional oven.
• No pre-heating is necessary in the convection oven when baking. Often, the centre of
the cake batter will take longer to cook than the section closest to the rim.
• Therefore a bunt cake pan or tube pan is recommended for use, rather than a larger
layered cake pan.
Cakes:
• Pre-heat the oven to 220-230°C for 3 minutes.
• When selecting an appropriate cake tin to use, be sure that it will t comfortably in the
bowl. Always place the cake tin on the low rack-never directly onto the bottom of the
bowl.
• When using recipes from elsewhere, deduct 10°C from the recommended cooking
temperature.
• Cooking time depends entirely upon the size of cake you are making. However, it is easy
to monitor your cake’s progress with the see-through glass bowl.
Biscuits and pastries:
• Take a suitable pan and lightly grease it.
• Place it on the low rack.
• The best temperature for biscuits and pastries is 220 - 230°C.
• Cooking times will vary depending on the chosen recipe. However, approximate
cooking times are generally between 12 -15 minutes.

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Suggested baking times and temperatures:
Food Temperature (°C) Minutes
Brownies 150 18-20
Buns 200 10-12
Cakes, layer 150 18-20
Cakes, loaf 150 30-35
Cornbread 180 18-20
Cookies: drop 160 8-10
Cookies: rolled 160 10-12
Mufns 180 12-15
Pies/pastries/pie crust 200 8-10
With lling (no top crust) 160 25-30
With lling (two crusts) 180 35-40
Breads, rolls 180 12-15
Loaf 160 25-30

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6 - Troubleshooting
DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT
Appliances bearing the symbol shown here may not be disposed of in domestic rubbish.
You are required to dispose of old electrical and electronic appliances like this separately.
Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or www.recyclenow.co.uk for access to information
about the recycling of electrical items.
Please visit www.weeeireland.ie for access to information about the recycling of
electrical items purchased in Ireland.
The WEEE directive, introduced in August 2006, states that all electrical items must be
recycled, rather than taken to landll.
Please arrange to take this appliance to your local Civic Amenity site for
recycling, once it has reached the end of its life.
7 - Recycling
Questions Answers
How long should I
leave the air fryer to
cool before storing it?
We recommend leaving the air fryer for 30-45 minutes to
cool before storing.
My homemade fries are
not crispy enough.
Ensure that the fries are completely dry before adding oil to them and
putting them in the air fryer.
Try cutting the potatoes into thinner, smaller fries and adding slightly more
oil for a crispier result.
My food has not
cooked uniformly.
The food may not be cut uniformly. Make sure everything is cut to the same
shape and size for good, even cooking.
How much cooking
oil do I need to use?
Frozen part fried foods require no added oils.
You only need to add ½ - 1 tbsp. of oil for other foods.
White smoke is coming
out of the air fryer.
This is normal if you are preparing greasy ingredients, because a large
amount of oil leaks into the pan. This does not affect the appliance or the
end result.

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• Remove the plug from the mains socket, and allow the appliance to cool down before
cleaning.
• Do not immerse the lid unit of the appliance in water and make sure no water enters the
appliance.
• Clean the base unit by wiping it with a damp cloth. A little detergent can be added if the
appliance is heavily soiled.
• Do not use scouring pads, steel wool or any form of strong solvents or abrasive cleaning
agents to clean the appliance, as they may damage the outside surfaces of the appliance.
• Clean all accessories in warm soapy water. Do not use any scouring pads, steel wool or
any strong solvents or abrasive cleaning agents when cleaning the accessories.
• Make sure that the appliance is cleaned after every use.
IMPORTANT:
• Allow to dry fully after cleaning before using again.
• Do not use the appliance if damp. Ensure the appliance is completely clean and dry
before storing.
To store your appliance:
• Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and clean as instructed.
• Store on a at, dry level surface out of reach of children.
8 - Cleaning & Care

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9 - Wiring Safety for UK Use Only
IMPORTANT
As the colours in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your plug, please proceed as follows:
The wires in the mains lead are labelled in
accordance with the following code:
Blue neutral [N] Brown live [L]
Green/Yellow [EARTH]
Plug Fitting Details (Where Applicable). The
wire labelled blue is the neutral and must be
connected to the terminal marked [N].
The wire labelled brown is the live wire and
must be connected to the terminal marked
[L].
The wire labelled green/yellow must be
connected to the terminal marked with the
letter [E].
On no account must either the brown or
the blue wire be connected to the [EARTH]
terminal.
Always ensure that the cord grip is fastened
correctly.
The plug must be tted with a fuse of the
same rating already tted and conforming to
BS 1362 and be ASTA approved.
If in doubt consult a qualied electrician who
will be pleased to do this for you.
Non-Rewireable Mains Plug
If your appliance is supplied with a non-
rewireable plug tted to the mains lead and
should the fuse need replacing, you must
use an ASTA approved one (conforming to
BS 1362 of the same rating).
If in doubt, consult a qualied electrician
who will be pleased to do this for you.
If you need to remove the plug - disconnect
it from the mains - then cut it off of the mains
lead and immediately dispose of it in a safe
manner. Never attempt to reuse the plug
or insert it into a socket outlet as there is a
danger of an electric shock.
FUSE
Earth
(Green/Yellow)
13Amp
Fuse
Neautral
(Blue)
Live
(Brown)
WARNING:
This appliance MUST be earthed!

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This product is guaranteed for 12 months from
the date of original purchase.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials of
workmanship, the faulty products must be
returned to the place of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the
retailer.
The Following Conditions Apply:
• The product must be returned to the
retailer with proof of purchase or a receipt.
• The product must be installed and
used in accordance with the instructions
contained in this instruction guide.
• It must be used only for domestic
purposes.
• It does not cover wear and tear, damage,
misuse or consumable parts.
• Tower has limited liability for incidental
or consequential loss or damage.
This guarantee is valid in the UK and Eire only.
The standard one year guarantee is only
extended to the maximum available for each
particular product upon registration of the
product within 28 days of purchase. If you do
not register the product with us within the 28
day period, your product is guaranteed for 1
year only.
To validate your extended warranty, please visit
www.towerhousewares.co.uk and register with
us online.
Please note that length of extended warranty
offered is dependent on product type and that
each qualifying product needs to be registered
individually in order to extend its warranty past
the standard 1 year.
Extended warranty is only valid with proof of
purchase or receipt.
As a thank you for purchasing
one of our fantastic products,
we are offering you an extra
2 years peace of mind in
addition to your 1 year
guarantee.
To receive your extra 2 year
guarantee, register your
appliance online within 28
days of purchase by visiting
www.towerhousewares.co.uk
10 - Warranty

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Afx your store receipt to this page for safe keeping.
11 - Your Receipt

great british design, innovation and excellence since 1912
thank you!
We hope you enjoy your appliance for many years. As a thank you for purchasing
one of our fantastic products, we are offering you an extra
2 years peace of mind.
*To receive your extra 2 years guarantee, register your appliance online within
28 days of purchase by visiting:
www.towerhousewares.co.uk
Should you have a problem with your appliance, or need any spare parts,
please call our Customer Support Team on:
[phone]
0119.V8
Your warranty becomes void should you decide
to use non Tower spare parts.
Spare parts can be purchased from
www.towerhousewares.co.uk