Tower Hobbies T17100 User manual

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9 LITRE
2400W DUAL BASKET AIR FRYER
USER MANUAL
MODEL: T17100

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THIS BOX CONTAINS 3
SPECIFICATIONS 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 4
•General safety 4
•Plug and cord 5
•Wiring safety 6
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER OVEN 7
•Control panel and display 7
•Structure of your appliance 8
BEFORE FIRST USE 9
•Preparing for use 9
•Air fryer drawer safety switch 9
•Removing the frying drawers 9
USING YOUR AIR FRYER OVEN 10
•Turning the appliance ON/OFF 10
•Pre-heat 10
•Smart finish 11
•Match cook 11
•Setting the timer 12
•Auto-off function 12
•Pre-set programs 12
WEIGHTS & MEASURES TABLE 13
SETTINGS TABLE 14
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CLEANING AND CARE 16
TROUBLESHOOTING 17
DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT 18
CUSTOMER SUPPORT 18
RECIPES 19-23
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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THIS BOX CONTAINS
SPECIFICATIONS
RATED VOLTAGE AC 220 - 240~
FREQUENCY 50/60Hz
POWER CONSUMPTION 2200 - 2600W
CAPACITY 2 x 4.5L
TEMPERATURE RANGE 50°C - 200°C
TIME RANGE 1-60 minutes
DIMENSIONS H: 320 x W: 400 x D: 360mm
WEIGHT 7.0Kg
Instruction manual
9L Dual Drawer Air Fryer
Removable Grill Plates

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Please read these safety NOTES carefully
BEFORE using your Tower appliance.
These warnings have been provided in the
interest of safety. Basic safety precautions
should always be followed including the
following:
KEY SAFETY POINTS
CAUTION: During operation:
• Surfaces are hot. DO NOT press the hot
surfaces.
• 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.
• Hot steam and air may escape when the
appliance door is opened.
GENERAL SAFETY
• DO NOT immerse cords, plugs or any part
of the appliance in water or any other
liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children.
• Children should not play with the
appliance.
• 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.
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or removing accessories, after use and
before cleaning.
• Allow the appliance to cool down for
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or removing accessories or cleaning.
• If the supply cord or appliance is
damaged, stop using the appliance
immediately and seek advice from the
manufacturer, its service agent or a
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•The use of accessory attachments is
not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer, apart from those supplied
with this product.
• DO NOT use the appliance outdoors.
• DO NOT place the appliance on or near a
hot stove top or heated oven.
• Take care when moving the appliance, or
removing accessories and food as hot oil
or other hot liquids may be present.
• This appliance is for household use only.
It is important that this instruction
manual is retained for future
reference.
If the appliance is given to someone
else, it should always be accompanied
by these operating instructions, as
they form an integral part of the
appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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• DO NOT place anything on top
of the appliance.
• DO NOT clean the appliance with
metal kitchen utensils, caustic
or abrasive cleaning agents or scouring
sponges.
• DO NOT use this appliance for anything
other than its intended use.
WHILST AIR FRYING
• Please ensure that the appliance is used
on a stable, level, and heat resistant
surface.
• DO NOT place the appliance
on or near combustible materials
such as a tablecloth or curtain.
• DO NOT place the appliance 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.
•DO NOT place the appliance in
the presence of explosive
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• DO NOT cover the air inlet and outlet
during operation.
• Any accessories, baking trays or oven
dishes used in the appliance
will become hot. Always use oven gloves
when handling or removing anything
from the appliance.
•DO NOT place food that is still packed in
plastic wrap or plastic bags
in the appliance.
•DO NOT allow food to come into contact
with the heating element of
the appliance.
• If the appliance begins to emit smoke,
unplug it immediately.
Only open the door once the smoke has
cleared. Remove burnt remnants.
•DO NOT leave this appliance unattended
whilst operating.
PLUG AND CORD
• Check that the voltage of the main
circuit corresponds with the rating of the
appliance before operating.
• 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 let the supply cord press
hot surfaces.
• DO NOT carry the appliance by the power
cord.
• DO NOT use any extension cord
with this appliance.
•The appliance is not intended to be
operated by means of an external timer
or separate remote-control system.
• DO NOT pull the plug out by the cord
as this may damage the plug and/or
the cable.
•DO NOT plug and unplug with
wet hands.

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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.
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conforming to BS 1362 and be ASTA
approved.
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who will be pleased to do this for you.
NON-REWIREABLE MAINS PLUG
If your appliance is supplied with a
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lead and should the fuse need replacing,
you must use an ASTA approved one
(conforming to BS 1362 of the same rating).
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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.
In the unlikely event the appliance develops a fault, stop using it immediately
and seek advice from the Customer Support Team. [phone]
WARNING:
This appliance MUST be earthed!
FUSE
Earth
(G
reen/Yellow)
Fuse
Neutral
(Blue)
Live
(Bro
wn)
WIRING SAFETY FOR UK USE ONLY

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER
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CONTROL PANEL AND DISPLAY
1. Drawer 1
2. Temperature + Key
3. Temperature Indicator
4. Temperature - Key
5. LED Screen
6. Time + Key
7. Time Indicator
8. Time - Key
9. Drawer 2
10. Drawer 1 Light Key
11. Start/ Pause Key
12. Pre-Heat Key
13. Chips Pre-set Key
14. Drumsticks Pre-set Key
15. Steak Pre-set Key
16. Cake Pre-set Key
17. Smart Finish Key
18. Match Cook Key
19. Prawn Pre-set Key
20. Fish Pre-set Key
21. Pizza Pre-set Key
22. Vegetables Pre-set Key
23. Dehydrate Pre-set Key
24. Power On/Off Button
25. Drawer 2 Light Key

Air outlet
STRUCTURE OF YOUR APPLIANCE
Air inlet
Cool Press
Drawer handle
Drawer
Drawer 1
Viewing Window
Drawer 2
Viewing Window
LED
Screen
Cord Storage
Hooks

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PREPARING FOR USE
1. Remove your appliance from the
packaging.
2. Check that there is no damage to the
cord or any visible damage to the body.
3. Check that all listed parts are present.
4. Remove any stickers or labels from the
appliance. DO NOT remove the rating
plate or any warnings.
5. Dispose of the packaging in a
responsible manner.
6. Locate the appliance on a stable,
horizontal, even and heat-resistant
surface in accordance with the
Important safety information section.
7. Thoroughly clean the grill plates and
drawers with hot water, some washing
up liquid and a non-abrasive sponge.
Dry thoroughly.
8. Wipe the inside and outside of the
appliance with a moist cloth.
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fat or any other liquid. This is an oil-free
fryer that works on hot air.
10.DO NOT put anything on top of the
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and the hot air frying will be affected as
a result.
AIR FRYER DRAWER
SAFETY SWITCH:
For your safety, this air fryer contains
a safety switch in the drawer designed
to keep if from accidentally turning on
when the frying basket and drawer are
not properly situated inside the appliance.
Before using the air fryer, please ensure
that the baskets are inside of the drawers,
the drawers are fully close.
REMOVING THE DRAWERS:
The drawers can both be removed fully
from the Air Fryer. Pull on the handle to
slide the drawer out of the Air fryer.
NOTE: If the drawer is removed from the
main body of the fryer when in operation,
the unit will automatically stop working.
When the drawer is re-inserted, the air
fryer will resume operation on the latest
selected settings.
BEFORE FIRST USE

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TURNING THE DRAWER LIGHTS
ON/OFF
This unit is equipped with individual
viewing windows and inner lights for each
drawer, which can be operated separately.
1. To turn each drawer light on, press the
corresponding key on the unit’s control
panel. Press the key to turn on the
light for the left drawer or the key
to turn on the light for the right drawer.
The corresponding icon will begin to
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drawer will come on to show this
function has been activated.
NOTE: Both drawer lights can be on
at the same time.
2. Press either the or key again
while the drawer light is turned on
to turn it off. The corresponding icon
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corresponding drawer will go out to
show this function has been stopped.
TURNING THE APPLIANCE
ON/OFF
1. Plug the unit into a mains socket. The
unit will emit an audible signal and the
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before entering stand-by mode with
just the key illuminated.
2. Press the key to turn the appliance
on, this will illuminate the control panel.
3. Press the key to stop further
operation. The unit will emit an audible
signal and go into standby mode.
NOTE: If there is a power cut or the unit is
unplugged during operation all indicator
lights will go off. Once connection is
re-established the unit will continue to
operate on the program previously set.
NOTE: To turn the unit off during operation,
press the key. The unit will stop heating
and there will be an audible signal, the
icon will remain illuminated.
PRE-HEAT
1. Select the required drawer by pressing
the or key on the unit’s control
panel. The corresponding indicator will
light up to show which drawer has been
selected.
2. Select the button this will pre-heat
the drawer at 180ºC for 3 minutes.
3. Press the key.
PRE-HEAT MENU SELECTION
(Once plugged in and in stand-by)
1. Place the food in the drawer(s), taking
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2. Press the key.
3. Press the or key, depending on
which drawer has food in.
4. Press the icon of the cooking function
required.
5. The default temperature and timer will
show in the display alternately. Press
the temperature +/- keys and the time
+/- keys to adjust the temperature and
operation time required.
6. If using both drawers press the other
drawer key and repeat steps 3 and 4.
7. Press the key to start the operation.
8. When the operation time has elapsed
there will be an audible signal, the
display will show ‘00’ and the heating
element will stop working. The
motor will continue to operate for
approximately 1 minute to cool the unit
down before entering stand-by mode.
9. Remove the drawer(s) from the
appliance and place it on a heat
resistant surface.
9. Check if the food is ready.
USING YOUR AIR FRYER

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9a. If the food is not ready yet, return the
drawer to the appliance and set the
timer for a few extra minutes, then
press the key.
9b.If the food is ready, empty the drawer
into a bowl or onto a plate. Take care
when doing so, as excess oil from
cooking may leak onto the ingredients.
9c.When a batch of food is ready, the
appliance is instantly ready for
preparing another batch. However, if
the appliance is not required for further
cooking, turn it off and unplug it from
the mains socket. Leave the drawer(s)
open to allow the unit to cool down
more quickly.
CAUTION! Take care when tilting the
drawer(s) as the grill plate may move.
CAUTION! DO NOT press the drawer during
and for some time after use, as it gets very
hot. Only hold the drawer by the handle.
SMART FINISH
This appliance allows for one or both
drawers to be used while cooking. The
Smart Finish function allows for different
foods to be cooked simultaneously with
different cooking times and temperatures,
while still being ready at the same time.
1. Program Drawer
2. Program Drawer
3. Select Smart Finish
4. Press the (Insert Play/Pause Icon) key to
begin operation.
MATCH COOK
If cooking the same food in both drawers,
set the program for drawer (1) as detailed
above and then Match Cook drawer.
1. Select Match Cook
2. Program Drawer
Press the key to begin operation.
START/PAUSE
1. Once the appropriate function, time
and temperature have been set, start
operation by pressing the .
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audible signal before the unit starts
operating the selected programme.
3. To pause operation, press the key. The
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be an audible signal.
To re-start operation, re-press the
key and the unit will resume at the
latest setting.
MANUALLY SETTING THE
TEMPERATURE
The temperature control range is 50-200ºC.
1. Each press of the temperature +/- keys
will increase/ decrease the temperature
in increments of 10ºC.
NOTE: When 200ºC is reached, if the + key
is pressed again the display will loop back
to 50ºC. Similarly, If the - key is pressed
again when at 50ºC it will cycle back to
200ºC.
2. Short press the keys to adjust gradually
or press and hold to change the
temperature more quickly.
NOTE: To change the temperature during
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drawer key then press the + or - keys
to adjust.

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MANUALLY SETTING THE TIMER
The time range is 1 to 60 mins. Each
press of the timer +/- keys will increase/
decrease the time by 1 minute.
NOTE: At 60 minutes, if the + key is pressed
again the display will loop back to 01
minutes. Similarly, at 01 minutes, if the -
key is pressed again the display will cycle
back to 60 minutes. Short press the keys
to adjust gradually or press and hold to
change the time more quickly.
NOTE: To change the time during
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drawer key then press the time + or - keys
to adjust.
AUTO-OFF FUNCTION
When cooking is not in progress, the
appliance will automatically turn off if
there has been no contact with the control
panel for 10 minutes.
PRE-SET PROGRAMS
TIPS:
•Shaking smaller ingredients halfway
during the cooking time optimises
the end result and can help prevent
unevenly fried ingredients.
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recommended that potatoes be
parboiled before frying.
•Add some oil to fresh potatoes for a
crispy result. Fry the potatoes in the air
fryer as soon as possible after adding
the oil (ideally within a few minutes).
•Be cautious of using extremely greasy
ingredients such as sausages in the air
fryer.
•Snacks that can be prepared in an oven
can also be prepared in the air fryer.
•The optimal amount for preparing
crispy fries is 500 grams.
•Use pre-made dough to prepare
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made dough also requires a shorter
preparation time than homemade
dough.
•Place a baking tin or oven dish in the air
fryer drawer if you want to bake a cake
or quiche, or if you want to fry fragile
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MENU DEFAULT
TIME (MIN) DEFAULT TEMP (ºC)
Pre-Heat 3180
French Fries 18 200
Drumsticks 20 200
Steak 12 180
Cake 25 160
Shrimp 8180
Fish 10 180
Pizza 20 180
Vegetables 10 160
Dehydrate 6 hours 60

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WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
Check these charts for basic imperial
to metric conversions of weights.
METRIC IMPERIAL US CUPS
250ml  1 cup
180ml  3/4 cup
150ml  2/3 cup
120ml  1/2 cup
75ml  1/3 cup
60ml  1/4 cup
30ml  1/8 cup
15ml  1 tablespoon
IMPERIAL Metric
1/2 oz 15g
1 oz 30g
2 oz 60g
3 oz 90g
4 oz 110g
5 oz 140g
6 oz 170g
7 oz 200g
8 oz 225g
9 oz 255g
10 oz 280g
11 oz 310g
12 oz 340g
13 oz 370g
14 oz 400g
16 oz 425g
1 lb oz 450g
FOOD ALLERGIES
IMPORTANT: Some of the recipes
contained in this document may contain
nuts and/or other allergens. Please be
careful when making any of our sample
recipes that you ARE NOT allergic to any of
the ingredients. For more information on
allergies, please visit the Food Standards
Agency’s website at: www.food.gov.uk
SETTINGS
The table on the next page will help you
select the basic settings for a variety of
common ingredients.
NOTE: Keep in mind that these settings
are indications. As ingredients differ in
origin, size, shape and brand, we cannot
guarantee the best setting for your
ingredients. Also note that the Rapid Air
technology instantly reheats the air inside
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out of the appliance during hot air frying
will barely disturb the process.
NOTE: In addition to the pre-set menus,
the appliance can be used to make other
foods by setting the time and temperature
manually. This settings table will help
you to select the basic settings for the
ingredients.
NOTE: Add 3 minutes to the preparation
time before you start frying if the appliance
is cold.

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Min- Max
Weight (g) Time (mins) Temp (°C) Extra information Shake
POTATO & FRIES
Thin Frozen Fries 600-700 12-16 200 Yes
Thick Frozen Fries 600-700 20-25 200 Yes
Potato Gratin 800-1000 18-25 200 Add ½ tbsp of oil Yes
MEAT & POULTRY
Steak 500-800 8-12 180
Pork Chops 500-800 10-14 180
Hamburger 400-800 7-14 180
Sausage Roll 400-800 13-15 200
Drumsticks 400-800 18-22 180
Chicken Breast 400-800 10-15 180
SNACKS
Spring Rolls 500-800 8-10 200 Use Oven Ready Yes
Frozen Chicken Nuggets 500-1000 6-10 200 Use Oven Ready Yes
Frozen Fish Fingers 500-800 6-10 200 Use Oven Ready
Frozen Bread Crumbed
Cheese Snacks 500-800 10 200 Use Oven Ready
Stuffed Vegetables 400-800 10 160 Use Oven Ready
BAKING
Cake 800 20-25 160 Use Baking Tin
Quiche 800 20-22 180 Use Baking Tin /
Oven Dish
 800 15-18 200 Use Baking Tin
Sweet Snacks 800 20 160 Use Baking Tin /
Oven Dish
SETTINGS

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Spare part replacements and accessories are available to purchase via:
[phone]
www.towerhousewares.co.uk
PART NO DESCRIPTION IMAGE
T1710001 Left Drawer
T1710002 Right Drawer
T1708801 Grill Plate
T1708802 Non-Slip Feet
ACCESSORIES/SPARE PARTS

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WARNING! Do not immerse the appliance
in water or any other liquid.
NOTE: Clean the appliance after every use.
CLEANING THE DRAWER
AND COOKING PLATES:
1. DO NOT use metal kitchen utensils or
abrasive cleaning materials to clean
them, as this may damage
the non-stick coating.
2. Remove the mains plug from the wall
socket and let the appliance cool down
before cleaning.
NOTE: Remove the drawers to let the
air fryer cool down more quickly.
3. Wipe the outside of the appliance with
a moist cloth.
4. Clean the drawers and grill plates with
hot water, some washing-up liquid and
a non-abrasive sponge.
CLEANING AND CARE
5. You can use degreasing liquid to
remove any remaining dirt.
NOTE: The drawers are NOT dishwasher
proof. NEVER place the drawer or
basket in the dishwasher. TIP: If dirt is
stuck to the basket or the bottom of the
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with some washing-up liquid, and let
the drawer soak for approximately
10 minutes.
6. Clean the inside of the appliance with
hot water and a non-abrasive sponge.
7. Clean the heating element with a
cleaning brush to remove any food
residues.
STORAGE
•Ensure that the air fryer is cool, clean
and dry before you store it.
•Store the appliance in a cool and dry
place.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
The air fryer
does not work. The appliance is not plugged in. Plug the appliance into an earthed wall socket.
The appliance is not turned on. Press the button to switch the
appliance on.
The drawers are open and the
selected function is paused.
Close the drawers to
automatically resume the
selected function.
The drawers
will not slide
inside the unit
properly.
There is too much food in the
drawers.  
The drawers are not placed in
the unit correctly. Push the drawers into the unit until you hear a click.
Fried snacks are
not crispy when
they come out
of the fryer.
Wrong type of snacks used. Use oven snacks or lightly brush some oil onto the snacks for a
crispier result.
Food stuck together or not in
an even layer.
Shake or turn the food
periodically through the cooking
process.
The fried
ingredients are
not done. Too much food has been added to the air fryer.
Put smaller batches of
ingredients in the air fryer.
Smaller batches are fried more
evenly.
The set temperature is too low. Set to an appropriate
temperature.
The cooking time is too short. Set an appropriate cooking time.
Fresh fries are
fried unevenly
in the air fryer.
Wrong type of potatoes used. Use fresh potatoes and make
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The potato sticks were not
rinsed adequately before frying
Rinse the potato sticks properly
to remove the starch from the
outside.
Fresh fries are
not crispy when
they come out
of the air fryer. The crispiness of the fries
depends on the amount of oil
and water in them.
Make sure you dry the potato
sticks properly before you add
the oil.
Cut the potato sticks smaller for a
crispier result.
Add slightly more oil for a crispier
result.
TROUBLESHOOTING

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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.
If you have any questions or concerns about your new product,
please contact our helpful Customer Support Team:
[phone]
www.towerhousewares.co.uk
Please have your Model No. available. This can be found on the front
cover of this instruction manual and on the appliance’s rating label.
The WEEE directive, introduced in August
2006, states that all electrical items must
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Please arrange to take this appliance to
your local Civic Amenity site for recycling,
once it has reached the end of its life.
DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT
CUSTOMER SUPPORT

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INGREDIENTS
2 large potatoes
such as Maris Piper
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Salt and black pepper
METHOD
1. Peel the potatoes and cut into 1 cm thick
chips.
2. Place the chips into a pan and cover with
cold water, bring to the boil then simmer
for 10 minutes. Drain in a colander then
rinse under the tap to cool completely and
pat dry on kitchen paper.
3. Place the potatoes in a bowl and drizzle
over the oil, then season with salt and
black pepper.
4. Remove the fries from the bowl leaving
behind any excess oil.
5. Place the fries into the air fryer
and then cook according to the times
and temperatures shown in the Settings
table above.
15 MINS 20 MINS
HOMEMADE FRIES
FAMILY SIZE
SERVES
4

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INGREDIENTS
1 free range egg
1 strip of bacon

Cheese of your
choosing
Salt and black pepper
METHOD
1. Crack the egg into a small ramekin or oven
proof dish.
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cheese on one half.
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ramekin) into the corresponding drawer.
4. Turn on the Air Fryer and set it to 200ºC for
6 minutes.
5. Once it’s cooked, assemble your breakfast
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BACON AND EGG BREAKFAST MUFFIN
10 MINS 20 MINS
FAMILY SIZE
SERVES
4