Insignia 5 Qt. Mechanical Control Air Fryer User Guide
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your NS-AF53MSS0 represents the state of the art in air fryer design and is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
- Read all instructions.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Use oven mitts or potholders.
- To protect against electric shock do not immerse the cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- Unplug the fryer from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow it to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Bring it to a qualified technician for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
- Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
- To disconnect, turn both the timer dial and temperature dial to OFF. Then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
- Do not use the appliance for purposes other than its intended use.
- Make sure that the frying basket drawer is locked into the front of the fryer – both frying basket handle tabs must be fully inserted into the notches on the top of the pan.
- Always make sure that the frying basket drawer is fully closed, with the frying basket handle locked securely in the pan, while the air fryer is in operation.
WARNING: The air fryer will not operate unless the frying basket drawer is fully closed.
CAUTION: After hot air frying, the frying basket, the pan, and the cooked foods are hot. Extreme caution must be used when handling the hot air fryer basket and pan.
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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage property.
CAUTION: This appliance is hot during operation and retains heat for some time after turning off. Always use oven mitts when handling hot materials and allow metal parts to cool before cleaning. Do not place anything on top of the appliance while it is operating or while it is hot.
- All users of this appliance must read and understand this instruction manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
- The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet only.
- If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.
- Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
- Do not immerse the power cord in any liquid. If the power cord to this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by contacting Customer Service.
- Keep the cord out of the reach of children and infants to avoid the risk of electric shock and choking.
- Place the air fryer on a flat, heat-resistant work area.
- Do not obstruct the air outlet or air inlets on the back and sides of the air fryer, with any objects. Avoid escaping steam from the air outlet during air frying.
- Keep the fryer at least 4 in. (10.2 cm) away from walls or other objects during operation.
- Always use the handle to open the frying basket drawer.
- Do not replace the empty pan (without the frying basket) into the air fryer body. Check to make sure that the frying basket is locked in position in the pan.
WARNING: After air frying, make sure that you place the frying basket and pan on a flat, heat-resistant surface before pressing the basket release button.
WARNING: Under- or over-filling the frying basket may damage the air fryer and could result in serious personal injury.
- Never move a hot air fryer or an air fryer containing hot food. Allow it to cool before moving.
Notes on the plug
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug fits in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.
Notes on the cord
The provided short power-supply cord should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord is not recommended for use with this product. Always plug directly into a wall outlet or receptacle.
Plasticizer warning
CAUTION: To prevent plasticizers from migrating to the finish of the counter top or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters or place mats between the appliance and the finish of the counter top or table top. Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken. Permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
Electric power
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances.
Overheating protection
The fryer has an overheating protection system. If the inner temperature control system is invalid, the overheating protection is automatically turned on, and the fryer is no longer ready to be used. Unplug the power cord, let the fryer cool down, and send it to an authorized service center for repair.
Automatic switch-off
This fryer is equipped with a timer. When the timer has counted down to 0, the fryer produces a bell sound and switches off automatically.
Note: If the pan is pulled out during cooking, your fryer switches off automatically.
Features
- Fryer circulates hot air to cook with little to no oil
- Temperature range from 180~400°F (82.2 ~ 204.4°C) to fry, roast, or bake your favorite foods
- 5 qt. (4.8 l) basket holds 3-5 servings of food
- Timer with auto shutoff lets you cook your food from 0 to 60 minutes
- Mechanical controls provide an easy, tactile way to adjust settings
- Dishwasher-safe basket and pan make cleanup easy
Package contents
- Air fryer
- User Guide
Product overview
Before using your fryer for the first time
- Remove all packaging material, stickers, and labels from your air fryer.
- Clean the basket and pan with hot water, dish soap, and a non-abrasive sponge.
- Wipe the inside and outside of your fryer with a moist cloth.
Using your air fryer
CAUTION:
- Your air fryer works with hot air. Do not fill the pan with oil or any liquid.
- Do not place anything next to the air outlet on the back of your air fryer or on the air inlet on top of your air fryer.
- Place your air fryer on a level, heat-resistant surface and plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
- Pull the pan out of your air fryer, place your food in the basket, then replace the pan.
Note: See Food preparation temperatures and times on page 9 for more information.
- Turn the temperature knob to set the temperature from 180 to 400°F (82.2 to 204.4°C).
- Turn the timer knob to set the cook time (from 0-60 minutes) and start heating. The power and heat indicators light and the timer starts counting down from the set cook time.
Notes:
- If you want to preheat your air fryer, add three minutes to your cook time. You can also preheat without any food in your fryer.
- The heat indicator may turn on and off while cooking because the heating element turns on and off to maintain the correct temperature.
- You can pull out the pan at any time to check your food. Your air fryer pauses automatically and resumes heating after you slide the pan back into your air fryer.
- If you are cooking a large amount of food, remove the pan and shake its contents halfway through the cook time. Your air fryer continues heating when the pan is replaced (the timer does not stop counting down).
Notes:
- Your fryer doesn’t beep at the halfway point.
- Remove the basket to reduce the weight while shaking. See Removing the basket on page 10 for more information.
- When your air fryer beeps, the cook time is finished. Pull the pan out of your air fryer and place it on a heat-resistant surface.
- Make sure that your food is done. If it’s not finished, slide the pan back into your air fryer, then set the timer for a few extra minutes.
- Empty your food into a bowl or onto a plate. DO NOT turn the pan upside down as excess oil collects on the bottom.
- To remove small food, press the basket release button and lift the basket out of the pan.
- To remove large or fragile food, use a pair of tongs to lift the ingredients out of the basket.
Preparing your food
Food preparation temperatures and times
Because ingredients differ in origin, size, shape, and brand, you may need to adjust the cook times and temperatures in this table to suit your food.
Removing the basket
- Pull your air fryer’s handle out to slide the pan out.
- Set the pan on a countertop.
- Slide the release button cover forward to expose the red release button.
- Press the release button and lift the basket out of the pan.
- To replace the basket, place it in the pan and press down until the basket locks into place, then slide the safety tab back over the release button.
Cleaning your air fryer
Clean your air fryer after every use.
Note: Do not use abrasive cleaning materials to clean the pan and basket because they may damage the nonstick coating.
- Unplug your air fryer from the wall outlet and wait for it to cool.
Note: Remove the pan to let your air fryer cool down more quickly.
- Wipe the outside of your air fryer with a moist cloth.
- Clean the pan and the basket with hot water, dish soap, and a non-abrasive sponge. Use a degreasing liquid to remove any remaining residue.
Notes:
- For tough-to-remove residue, fill the pan with hot water and dish soap, then place the basket in the pan and soak for approximately ten minutes.
- You can also wash the pan and basket in the dishwasher.
- Clean the inside of your air fryer with hot water and a non-abrasive sponge.
- Clean the heating element with a cleaning brush to remove any food residue
Storing your air fryer
- Unplug your air fryer and let it cool down.
- Make sure that all parts are clean and dry.
- Put your air fryer in a clean and dry place.
Troubleshooting
Specifications
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Definitions:
The Distributor* of Insignia branded products warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new Insignia-branded product (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original manufacturer of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of your purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”). For this warranty to apply, your Product must be purchased in the United States or Canada from a Best Buy branded retail store or online at www.bestbuy.com or www.bestbuy.ca and is packaged with this warranty statement.
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