Westinghouse WHOF05SS User manual

1800W
WHOF05SS1800W
220-240V~
OPTI-FRY AIR FRYER 12L
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SAFETY INFORMATION
Important Safety Instructions . . . .... . ... . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . 1 - 2
Electrical Requirements . . . .... . .............. . . . ... . . . . . . . 3
SETUP AND USE
Installation Guide . . . .......................... . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Parts and Features . . . .... . .................... . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Menu Functions & Control Panel . .. . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Opti-Fry Operation . . . .... . ...................... . . . . . . . . . 6
Cooking Temperatures & Times . . . .... . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 7
CLEANING AND CARE . . . .... . ... . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
TROUBLESHOOTING. . . .... . .............. . . . . . . . . 9 - 10
WARRANTY . . . .... . .................... . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 - 12
CONTENTS
Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for
reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.
Product design and specifications may be changed without notice.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER - Immediate hazards
which WILL result in severe
personal injury or death.
DANGER
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
severe personal injury or death.
WARNING
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
minor personal injury.
CAUTION
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1. Read all instructions carefully before using your new Air Fryer.
This appliance is not intended for useby 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. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play withthe appliance.
2.
3. DANGER: Do not operate the appliance if:
i) the cord or plug is split, melted or damaged.
ii) the appliance has malfunctioned.
iii) the appliance has been damaged in any manner.
If any of the above incidents occur, return your unit to the nearest authorised
service center for examination, repair or adjustment.
4. DANGER: Do not under any circumstances immerse the power cord, mains
plug or appliance body in water or any other liquid.
5. WARNING: Use handle grip and buttons only as some surfaces may become
warm whilst the appliance is in use.
6. WARNING: If the mains supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a
hazard.
7. WARNING: Do not cover the appliance whilst in operation as the air inlet and
outlet vents must be kept clear.
8. WARNING: Ensure drip tray is cleaned regularly as build-up of oils and fats
may pose a fire hazard.
9. WARNING: Exercise caution when removing the cooking racks and drip tray
from the Air Fryer.
10. WARNING: The insides of the appliance will become very hot during and after
operation. Do not touch.
11. WARNING: Do not move Air Fryer whilst food is present inside unit as hot
liquids may have collected in the drip tray and may leak out whilst moving.
12. WARNING: Combustible materials such as paper, curtains, tablecloths, kitchen
towels etc should not be placed near the Air Fryer whilst in operation.
13. WARNING: Do not place the Air Fryer against a wall or against another
appliance. Leave at least 10cm free space on the back and sides and 10cm free
space above the Air Fryer.
14. WARNING: Exercise caution when opening the door as hot steam and air will
15. WARNING: Immediately unplug the Air Fryer if you see any smoke coming
from the unit. Wait for the smoke to stop before opening the Air Fryer door.
expel from the Air Fryer.

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17. CAUTION: Keep the Air Fryer and its cord out of reach of children less than 8
years old.
18. CAUTION: Wait for the Air Fryer to cool before moving. Carry only by the
outer side panels.
19. CAUTION: During operation, hot steam is released through the air vent
openings. Keep your hands and other body parts at a safe distance from the air
vent openings.
20. CAUTION: Allow 30 minutes to cool down after cooking before handling or
cleaning.
21. This Air Fryer is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote-control system.
22. Any appliance that has been dropped or damaged should not be used until
examined by an authorised service center.
23. Do not permit the mains supply cord or plug to touch hot objects or allow the
power cord to lay across the Air Fryer.
24. This appliance is deemed for use indoors only.
25. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents. The outside surface may be
wiped clean with a soft, damp cloth and dried thoroughly. If necessary, a mild
dishwashing detergent may be applied to the cloth but not directly applied to the
Appliance.
26. Children should not play with the Air Fryer.
28. Your Air Fryer should not be unattended while in use.
29. This Air Fryer should not be used in a commercial environment such as a
restaurant, hotel or hostel dining room.
30. Always use this Air Fryer with a power outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked
on the back of the Air Fryer.
31. Do not use the Air Fryer for any purpose other than its intended use.
32. Do not place your Air Fryer on or near a hot gas flame, electric element, heated
oven or any hot surface.
33. Do not place the Air Fryer on top of any other appliance.
34. Do not allow the power cord of this Air Fryer to hang over the edge of a table or
benchtop.
35. Keep liquids away from the Air Fryer.
36. Do not place anything on top of the Air Fryer.
38. Ensure the appliance in placed on a horizontal, even and stable surface.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
16. CAUTION: Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or
near children.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
POWER SUPPLY CORD
1. Do not attempt to modify the power cord or plug in any way.
2. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled
in or tripping over a longer cord.
3. If the power supply cord is too short, do not use an extension cord. Have a
qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.
NOTE: Neither Westinghouse nor the retailer can accept any liability for damage
to the product or personal injury resulting due to failure to observe the electrical
connection procedures.
INSTALLATION GUIDE
1. Carefully unpack your Air Fryer.
2. Carefully remove packaging around the Air Fryer and power cord. Do not remove
warning labels.
3. Wash wire racks and drip tray before use.
DANGER: Do not under any circumstances immerse the Air Fryer, mains cord or
mains plug in water or any other liquid.

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1. LED display.
2.Touch panel control.
3. Wire rack.
4. Drip tray.
5. Fold down door.
6. Outlet air vent (back of unit).
PARTS AND FEATURES

MENU FUNCTIONS & CONTROL PANEL
SYMBOL FUNCTION
Fries 200°C 15 min
TEMPERATURE TIME
Cutlets/Steak 175°C
Fish 165°C
Shrimp 160°C
Pizza 180°C
Chicken 185°C
Bake 160°C
Dehydrate 30°C
Reheat 115°C
25 min
15 min
12 min
15 min
40 min
30 min
2 hrs
12 min
TEMPERATURE
(MANUAL)
TIMER
(MANUAL)
POWER
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OPTI-FRY OPERATION
1. Be
Be water and mild detergent, rinse with fresh water and dry thoroughly.
fore first use, the wire racks and drip tray must be cleaned. Wash with hot
2.
to disburse any initial burn off smells. Follow the guide below for this process.
We recommend the unit complete a 15 minute cycle without any food present
i) Ensure unit is unplugged from wall power outlet.
ii) Insert drip tray and racks back into the Air Fryer after cleaning process.
iv)
v) Press the power button to power the appliance on.
vi) Using the temperature and timer functions, set the unit to 200°C and time
to 15 minutes. Press the power button to begin operation. The unit will
automatically turn off once cycle is completed. Allow to cool. Your Air Fryer
is now ready for use.
3. Open the Air Fryer door and remove wire racks. Set wire racks down and place
ingredients evenly onto each rack. Ensure there is enough spacing between the
ingredients to allow sufficient airflow.
4. Place racks loaded with ingredients back into the Air Fryer and close the door.
Note, the top rack will cook foods faster as it is in closest proximity to the
heating element. Be sure to rotate wire racks as necessary to ensure even
cooking.
5. Select preset menu funtions on the touch control panel to select the appropriate
cooking temperatures and times for your ingredients. (see page 5)
Alternatively, set temperature and times manually using the temperature and
time buttons on the touch control panel. (see page 7 for cooking temperatures
and times)
6. Once menu function or manual time and temperature functions have been
selected, press the power button to being operation. The unit will automatically
turn off once cycle is completed.
7. The cycle may need to be interrupted during cycle for turning of ingredients.
(see page 7) To interrupt the cycle, open the oven door and the unit will stop
automatically. Remove racks and turn ingredients as necessary. Reinsert racks,
close the Air Fryer door and the unit will resume operation.
Use caution when opening the Air Fryer door as hot steam may escape.
***Note: Reminder, the top rack will cook foods faster as it is in closest
proximity to the heating element. Be sure to rotate wire racks as necessary
to ensure even cooking***
Plug the power cord into the wall power outlet and turn on.
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COOKING TEMPERATURE & TIMES
ITEM MAX
Chicken Breast 500g 180°C Turn
Over
Turn
Over
20-25min
TIME TEMP ACTIONS NOTES
Chicken Nuggets
(Frozen) 400g 200°C10-15min
Chicken Drumsticks 500g 180°C Turn
Over
Turn
Over
20-25min
Fish Fingers
(Frozen) 400g 200°C10-15min
Hamburger Patties 500g 180°C Turn
Over
10-15min
Potato Gems 600g 180°C Add 1/2
tbsp of oil
20-25min
Pork Chops 500g 180°C Turn
Over
Turn
Over
15-20min
Potato Wedges
(Oven Ready) 600g 180°C Add 1/2 tbsp of oil
20-25min
Sausage Rolls
(Oven Ready) 400g 200°C Turn Over
15-20min
Spring Rolls
(Oven Ready) 400g 200°C Add 1/2 tbsp of oil
10-15min
Beef Steak 500g 180°C Turn
Over
Turn
Over
Turn
Over
8-12min
Thick Frozen Fries
(Oven ready) 600g 200°C Add 1/2 tbsp of oil
15-20min
Thin Frozen Fries
(Oven ready)
***NOTE: Cooking times are recommended as a guideonly.***
600g 200°C Add 1/2
tbsp of oil
10-15min
Turn
Over
Turn
Over
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Fantastic recipes for this product and many other Westinghouse
appliances can be found under the recipe section at:
www.westinghousesmallappliances.com.au

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TROUBLESHOOTING
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
If the Air Fryer fails to operate:
1. Check to make sure the Air Fryer is plugged in correctly and securely. If it is not,
remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and plug it back in securely.
2. Check for a blown or tripped circuit breaker in your home. If these seem to be
working correctly, test another appliance in the same outlet to ensure the outlet
is working correctly.
IF NONE OF THE ABOVE SOLVES THE PROBLEM, DO NOT TRY TO ADJUST OR
REPAIR THE AIR FRYER YOURSELF.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
In the event you believe your Air Fryer to be defective, please return it along with your
sales receipt to the place of purchase for resolution.
For any enquiries, please call our service center on: Tel: [phone]
Mon-Fri 8:00am – 5:00pm WST
TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshoot your problem by using the chart. If the Air Fryer still does not operate
correctly, it may be defective.
CLEANING & CARE
CAUTION: Allow 30 minutes to cool down after cooking before handling or
cleaning.
CLEANING:
1. WARNING: Do not under any circumstances immerse the power cord, mains
plug or Air Fryer body in water or any other liquid.
2. Ensure unit is unplugged from wall power switch before attempting to clean.
3. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents. The outside surface may be
wiped clean with a soft, damp cloth and dried thoroughly. If necessary, a mild
dishwashing detergent may be applied to the cloth but not directly applied to the
Air Fryer.
4. Soaking the racks and drip tray in soapy water will assist in the removal of sticky
or tough to remove substances.
5. When washing, non-abrasive cloths and plastic bristle kitchen brushes may be
used to remove stubborn food particles from the racks and drip tray. Do not use
abrasive cloths and cleaning materials.
6. The Air Fryer wire racks and drip tray are dishwasher safe.
7. Ensure all items are dried thoroughly after cleaning and placed back into the Air
Fryer for storage.
8. Store in a dry place away from steam and humidity where possible.

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Air Fryer does
not turn on.
TROUBLE
Air Fryer is not
plugged in.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Check that Air Fryer is
plugged into a working
power outlet and turned on.
Air Fryer does
not turn on.
The door is not closed
properly.
Clear door obstruction, close door
and try to again.
Air Fryer does
not turn on.
Basket & drip tray not
inserted properly.
Remove basket, check for obstructions
then re-insert basket and drip tray.
The Air Fryer will start automatically.
Foods have not
cooked properly.
Too much food on the
wire racks.
Remove excess foods from racks
and try with smaller batches.
Foods have not
cooked properly.
Temperature set too low
or timer not set for
correct amount of time.
Check temperature and times page
for temperature and time settings.
Foods have cooked
unevenly.
Turning / agitation
during the cooking
cycle not completed.
Foods that lay across one another
(eg. Fries) need to be turned or
agitated during cooking cycle.
Interrupt cycle half way through cycle,
remove racks and turn / agitate foods.
Foods are not crispy
when they come out
of the Air Fryer.
Foods were not oven
ready or were made to
be cooked in a
traditional deep fryer.
Use oven ready foods or lightly
brush some oil onto the foods
prior to cooking. For best results,
mix ingredients with ½tbsp. oil in
a mixing bowl prior to cooking.
Racks will not fit
back into Air Fryer.
Too much food on
racks.
Remove some food from racks
and try again.
Door wil not close. Obstruction.
Open door, check for obstructions
and try again.
Very oily or greasy foods drip
excessiveamounts of oil and fatsonto
the drip tray which may heat up and
burn off. This isconsidered normal.
Ensure drip tray is cleaned after each
use.
White smoke coming
from appliance. Foods oily or greasy.
POSSIBLE REMEDY

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LIMITED WARRANTY
1.
Consumer Law. The benefits to the Consumer under this Warranty are in addition
Nothing in this warranty affects the Consumer’s rights under the Australian
to the rights and remedies of the buyer under anyConsumer Guarantees. The
Australian Consumer Law requires that we confirm that:
Our goods come with guarantees thatcannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure
and for compensation for anyother reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You
are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of
acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
2. Subject to Clause 1, the Seller warrants thatWestinghouse branded products will
be free of manufacturing defects and will perform to the Seller’s specifications
subject to the following clauses.
3. The benefit of this Warranty extends only to the owner of the property in which
the Products manufactured or supplied bythe Seller are installed and used bythe
owner for the duration of the Warranty Period.
4. The Warranty commences on the date of the purchase of the product and
continues for the benefit of the Owner for the Warranty Period. If within the
Warranty Period a manufacturing defect is discovered in the Product, or the
Product fails to perform to the Seller’s specifications as a result of some defect in
material or workmanship in the Product, then the Seller will at its own discretion:
a.) Repair or replace the Product atthe costof the Seller, including but not
limited to labour and travel costs. Goods repaired or replaced under this
Warranty will be warranted for the remaining period of the Warranty.
b.) Refund the purchase price paid by the consumer.
5. The Warranty does not apply to Product that :
a.) Has failed due to excessive wear and tear beyond whatis considered to be
reasonable.
b.) Has been misused or neglected.
c.) Has been damaged accidentally or byacts of God including fire and flooding.
d.) Has been used or operated contrary to operating or maintenance instructions.
e.) Has been damaged bythe Consumer or a third party authorised to act for the
consumer in transit from the Sellers store to the Consumer.
6. In order to make a claim under the Warranty, the Owner must, where possible
return the goods to the Seller’s store atthe Owner’s cost. Proof of purchase must
be supplied in all cases.
7. The seller will examine anyreturned Products and if the Seller determines that
there is an apparent defect through no fault of the Owner, the Seller will:
a.) Make note of the Owner’s contact details including the Owner’s telephone
number which the owner can be contacted during business hours, postal
address and e-mail address.

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b.) Make note of the defects reported by the Owner.
c.) Take back the defective goods from the owner and determine within a
reasonable time through dialogue with the Seller whether the goods are
defective.
d.) Advise the owner within a reasonable time frame whether it accepts or
rejects the Product claim.
e.) If the Seller accepts the return of the Product, the Seller must arrange to have
i) The Product repaired or,
ii) Replace the damaged or faulty Product or,
iii) Refund the purchase price.
8. The Seller will not accept any returned Product which has not been returned
strictly in accordance with this Warranty.
9. For the purpose of this Warranty:
a.) Australian Consumer Law means the law as set out in Schedule 2 of the
Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth).
b.) Consumer means the Purchaser of goods from the seller.
c.) Consumer means a Consumer as that term is set out in section 3 of the
Australian Consumer Law.
d.) Consumer Guarantees means the guarantees under the Australian Consumer
Law.
e.) Implied terms means any guarantees, conditions, warranties or other terms
implied by any Australian Commonwealth, State or Territory laws, (excluding
the Australian Consumer Law) or the law of any other jurisdiction.
f.) Owner has the meaning set out in clause 3.
g.) Warranty means this warranty.
h.) Product means the Product/s bought by the Owner from the Seller that fall
under this warranty.
i.) Warranty Period means:
i) In relation to Cast Iron Cookware: 3 Year Limited Warranty.
ii) In relation to Non-Stick Cookware: 3 Year Limited Warranty
iii) In relation to Cooking Utensils: 3 Year Limited Warranty
iv) In relation to Knives/Knife Block Sets: 3 Year Limited Warranty
v) In relation to Stainless Steel Cookware: 10 Year Limited Warranty
vi) In relation to Chopping boards: 1 Year Limited Warranty
vii) In relation to Small Appliances: 1 Year Limited Warranty

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