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Cuisinart Compact Air Fryer Toaster Oven Manual

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Cuisinart Compact Air Fryer Toaster Oven Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:

  1. Read all instructions.
  2.  UNPLUG FROM OUTLET WHEN NOT IN USE AND BEFORE CLEANING. Allow to cool off parts.
  3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
  4. To protect against electric shock, do not place any part of the Cuisinart Compact Air Fryer Toaster in water or other liquids. See instructions for cleaning.
  5. This appliance should not be used by or near children or individuals with certain disabilities.
  6.  Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or if the appliance has malfunctioned, has been dropped or damaged in any way, or is not operating properly. Return the Cuisinart Compact Air Fryer Toaster to the store or retailer where purchased for examination or repair or adjustment.
  7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may cause injury.
  8. Do not use outdoors.
  9.  Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or countertop, where it could be pulled on inadvertently by children or pets or touch hot surfaces, which could damage the cord.
  10.  Do not place Cuisinart Compact Air Fryer Toaster on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Please read and keep these instructions handy. These instructions will help you to safely use your Cuisinart Compact Air Fryer Toaster and get the most out of it with consistent, professional results.

SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.An extension cord may be used if caution is taken in its use.If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord must be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, and the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop, where it can be tripped over or pulled on by children.
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

FEATURES

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 Power Light
Indicator light will turn on and remain lit when oven is in use.
 ON/Oven Timer Dial
Use to set desired time for all functions except Toast. Setting the Oven Timer powers the unit on and begins the cooking cycle. When the timer runs out, the unit will power off.
 Oven Temperature Dial
Use to set desired temperature.
Function Dial
Use to select cooking method – Warm, Broil, Convection Broil , Toast, Bake,Convection Bake , Air Fry and Grill.
 ON/Toast Timer Dial
Use to set desired toast shade from light to dark. Setting the Toast Timer powers the unit on and begins the toasting cycle. When cycle is complete, the unit will power off.
Light Button
To turn on the interior oven light, press the Light Button while oven is in use and door is closed. If door is opened while oven is on, the bulb-saver feature will turn the light off.The light turns on again when door is closed and cooking resumes.
Easy Clean Interior
The sides of the oven are coated, providing an easy-to-clean surface.
Safety Auto Off Door Switch (not shown)
This oven comes equipped with a Safety Auto Off Switch that cuts off power to the unit when the oven door is opened.
Pull-Out Crumb Tray
The Crumb Tray comes already positioned in your oven. It slides out from the bottom front of the Cuisinart Compact Air Fryer Toaster for easy cleaning.
AirFryer Basket
Use the AirFryer Basket in conjunction with the Air Fry function to optimize your cooking results. It is recommended that the AirFryer Basket be nested in the Baking Pan.
Oven Rack
The Oven Rack can be used in two positions: upper and lower. The upper rack position has a 50% stop feature so the rack stops halfway out of the oven. The Oven Rack can be removed by lifting the front of the rack and sliding it out. See page 5 for more details on Oven Rack positions.
Baking Pan/Drip Tray
A Baking Pan/Drip Tray is included for your convenience. Use alone when baking or roasting. Baking Pan use with the AirFryer Basket when AirFrying.  Baking Pan with the Grill/Griddle plate when using the Grill function use .
Grill/Griddle Plate
Reversible Grill/Griddle Plate is to be used in conjunction with the Grill function.Use Grill/Griddle Plate with the Baking Pan.
 Cord Storage (rear, not shown)
Takes up excess cord and keeps countertop neat.

DIAGRAMS FOR ACCESSORY POSITIONS

Each recipe gives you step-by-step directions and will tell you where the Baking Pan, Oven Rack, Air Fry Basket  Plate should be positioned for best results. Please refer to the accessories diagrams below for recommended positions.

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OPERATION

Unwind the power cord. Check that the Crumb Tray is in place and that there is nothing in the oven. Plug power cord into the wall outlet.

Broil or Convection Broil

Place the AirFryer Basket on top of the Baking Pan to use to Broil in the upper rack position. (See Diagrams for accessory positions, page 5.) Set the Function Dial to either Broil or Convection Broil. Set Temperature Dial to
Toast/Broil. Then turn the ON/Oven Timer Dial to the desired cooking time to turn on the oven and begin broiling. The power light will illuminate. The timer will ring once when the cycle is complete and the oven will power off when the time expires. To stop broiling mid-cycle, turn the ON/Oven Timer dial to the OFF position.
Broiling Tips:
Use the provided AirFryer Basket fitted inside the Baking Pan to broil.Never use glass oven dishes to broil. Be sure to keep an eye on food – items can get dark quickly while broiling.

Bake or Convection Bake

Fit the Baking Pan or Oven Rack into either rack position. (See Diagrams for accessory positions, page 5.)Set the Function Dial to Bake or Convection Bake. Set the Temperature Dial to desired temperature. Then turn the ON/Oven Timer Dial to the recommended cooking time to turn on the oven. It’s recommended to preheat oven for 5 minutes prior to baking delicate items such as cakes and muffins. (Incorporate this time into the total baking time.) The power light will illuminate. The timer will ring once when time has expired and cycle is complete; the oven will power off.To stop baking mid-cycle, turn the ON/Oven Timer Dial to the OFF position.
Baking Tips:
Select Bake for more delicate items like custards, cakes and eggs.Most baked goods, as well as larger items like chicken, are baked in the lower rack position.Use Baking Pan in lower rack position for fresh pizza. Place frozen pizza directly on the Rack in upper rack position to cook.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Always allow the oven to cool completely before cleaning.Always unplug the oven from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they will damage the finish. Simply wipe the exterior with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly. If using a cleaning agent, apply it directly onto the cloth, not directly onto the toaster oven.To clean interior walls, use a damp cloth and a mild liquid soap solution or a spray solution on a sponge. Never use harsh abrasives or corrosive products. These could damage the oven surface. Never use steel wool pads,  etc.,on interior of oven.Oven Rack, Baking Pan, AirFryer Basket and Crumb Tray should be hand-washed in
hot, sudsy water or use a nylon scouring pad or nylon brush.They are NOT dishwasher safe.After cooking greasy foods and after your oven has cooled, always clean top interior of oven. If this is done on a regular basis, your oven will perform like new. Removing the grease will help to keep toasting consistent, cycle after cycle.

AIRFRYER CHART

The chart below lists recommended cooking times, temperatures, and portions for various types of foods that can be Air Fried in the Cuisinart Compact Air Fryer Toaster.

FoodRecommended AmountTemperatureTime
Bacon8 slices400ºF8 to 10 minutes
Chicken Wings3 pounds, about 20 wings400ºF20 to 25 minutes
Frozen Appetizers, (e .g ., mozzarella sticks, popcorn shrimp, etc .)11/2 pounds, about 28 frozen mozzarella sticks400ºF5 to 7 minutes
Frozen Chicken Nuggets1 pound, about 34 frozen chicken nuggets400ºF10 minutes
Frozen Fish Sticks12 ounces, about 20 frozen fish sticks400ºF8 minutes
Frozen Fries1 to 2 pounds450ºF15 to 25 minutes
Frozen Steak Fries1 to 2 pounds450ºF15 to 25 minutes
Hand-Cut Fries2 pounds, about 3 medium potatoes,

cut into 1/4-inch thick pieces, about 4 inches long

400ºF15 to 20 minutes
Hand-Cut Steak Fries2 pounds, about 3 medium-large potatoes, cut into eighths lengthwise400ºF15 to 20 minutes
Shrimp1 pound, about 16 extra-large shrimp375ºF8 to 10 minutes
Tortilla Chips6 five-inch tortillas cut into fourths400ºF5 to 6 minutes, toss halfway through

 

GRILLING CHART

When using the Grill or Griddle, the oven should be preheated with Grill/Griddle plate in place, in the lower rack position, for 10 minutes. 450°F is the recommended temperature for most foods. Use caution when removing or flipping foods.

FoodPreparationTemperatureTime
Burger – beef6-ounce patties450°F4 to 5 minutes per side
Steak1 to 2 inches thick450°F1-inch steak – 4 minutes per side

1-1/2 inch steak – 5 minutes per side 2 inch steak – 6 minutes per side

(all recommended times are for medium rare)

Chicken BreastPounded to even thickness – about 1 inches450°F8 to 10 minutes per side
Chicken ThighSpread to even thickness450°F10 to 12 minutes per side
Pork Chops1/2 to 1-inch thick450°F5 to 6 minutes per side
Thick Fish Fillet or SteakUp to 2 inches thick450°F5 to 10 minutes per side
Thin Fish Fillet1/2 to 1-inch thick450ºF5 to 6 minutes per side
ShrimpCleaned, then dried well450°F2 to 3 minutes per side
VegetablesCut into even thickness450°F3 to 10 minutes per side

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