Dash Digital Tasti-Crisp Air Fryer Instruction Manual

Dash Digital Tasti-Crisp Air Fryer Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION AND CARE MANUAL.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including:

• Read all instructions.
• Remove all bags and packaging from appliance before use.
• Do not use appliance outdoors or for commercial purposes.
• Never leave appliance unattended when in use.
• Only use the appliance on a stable, dry surface.
• Make sure the appliance is cleaned thoroughly before using.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.
• To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord or plugs or appliance in water or other liquid.
• Do not use appliance for other than its intended use. For household use only. Do not use outdoors.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord, damaged plug, after the appliance malfunctions, is dropped, or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
• For maintenance excluding cleaning, please contact StoreBound directly at 1-800-898-6970 from 9AM-9PM EST Monday-Friday or by email at support@bydash.com.
• Do not place appliance on or near a hot gas burner, hot electric burner, or in a heated oven. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
• Refrain from using attachments that are not recommended by the appliance manufacturer, as this may result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
• Do not let the cord touch hot surfaces or hang over the edges of tables or counters.
• This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience of knowledge, if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• This appliance is not a toy. Do not let children use this appliance. Close supervision is necessary when any kitchen appliance is used by or near children.
• Always be sure to unplug the appliance from the outlet prior to moving, cleaning, storage, and when not in use. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
• StoreBound shall not accept liability for damages caused by improper use of the appliance.
• Improper use of the appliance can result in property damage or personal injury.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not completely fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
• Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
• A short power supply cord is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord may be used if care is exercised in its use. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the cord set or extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
• To avoid burns, use extreme caution when removing accessories or disposing of hot grease.
• When not in use, always unplug the unit. Do not store any materials other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories in this appliance.
• Do not place any of the following materials in the Air Fryer: paper, cardboard, plastic and similar products.
• Do not cover any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
• Oversize foods, metal foil packages and utensils must not be inserted in the Air Fryer as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.
• Do not allow the appliance to be covered by or touch flammable materials such as curtains, draperies or walls, when in operation. Do not store any items on top of the appliance when in operation. Do not operate under wall cabinets.
• Do not clean with metal scouring pads.
• Do not attempt to dislodge food when the appliance is plugged into electrical outlet.
• Use recommended temperature settings for all cooking/baking, roasting and air frying.

PARTS & FEATURES

Using Your Digital Tasti-Crisp™ Air Fryer

BEFORE USING YOUR AIR FRYER

• Remove all packaging materials.
• Check that the Air Fryer has no visible damage and no parts are missing.
• Before using the appliance for the first time or before using it after prolonged storage, wash and dry the appliance and any accompanying accessories. See “Cleaning & Maintenance” for instructions.
• Place the appliance on a stable, flat, heat-resistant surface. Plug the Air Fryer into a wall socket.
• Remove the Crisper Drawer from the Air Fryer (photo A), and make sure that the Crisper Tray is inserted in the Crisper Drawer (photo B). Place food in the Crisper Drawer on the Crisper Tray.

NOTE: There is no need to add any oil as the appliance works with hot air, although foods can be tossed in a small amount of oil for crispier results.

• After adding food (photo C) slide the Crisper Drawer back inside the Air Fryer (photo D).

• Plug in the Air Fryer. The Air Fryer will beep and all the lights will flash, indicating that the Air Fryer is in standby.

QUICKSTART MODE

Quickstart mode is an easy way to air fry at a preset of 400°F for 20 minutes. To use Quickstart Mode, press Start to move the Air Fryer off of standby. Press Start again to use Quickstart

• To manually choose settings, press the Start Button to begin (E). You will notice the lights stop flashing and become solid.
• Set the Temperature from 200-400°F by pressing Temp and then using the up and down Temperature Buttons (F).
• Set the Timer from 0-60 minutes by pressing Time and then using the up and down Timer Buttons (G).
• Press Start again to begin air frying (E).

• For even results, some foods require shaking halfway through the preparation time. See the Temperature & Time Chart for recommendations. To do this, simply, remove the Crisper Drawer from the appliance and shake it gently side to side (photo H).

• When the Air Fryer is done cooking, a chime will sound.
• Pull the Crisper Drawer out of the appliance and place it on a heat-resistant surface. Caution: The Crisper Drawer and Crisper Tray will be hot. Only touch the Crisper Drawer by the Crisper Drawer Handle. Check if the food is done. If the food is not ready, slide the Crisper Drawer back into the appliance and set the Timer Dial for a few extra minutes.
• Empty the Crisper Drawer into a bowl or onto a plate. To remove large or greasy items, lift them out of the Crisper Drawer with a pair of tongs. Excess oil from any foods will be collected at the bottom of the Crisper Drawer. Allow the appliance to cool before disposing of any excess oil (photo I).

TIPS & TRICKS

USING PRESETS

• To use the presets 1, 2 and 3 on the Air Fryer, first choose your time and temperature. Then, press and HOLD the Preset button for about 3 seconds. When you hear a beep, that means the preset was saved.
• To cook using a preset, simply press the Preset button, then press Start. The Air Fryer will begin cooking right away.
• To change a preset, set the Time and Temperature you wish, and then press and hold the chosen Preset Button to override.

• Soak fresh potatoes in water for 30 minutes prior to frying, then add a small amount of oil for a crispy result. Fry potatoes in the Air Fryer within a few minutes of adding the oil.
• Snacks like chicken nuggets and mozzarella sticks usually prepared in an oven can also be prepared in the Air Fryer.
• Use store-bought dough to prepare filled snacks such as calzones quickly and easily. Items made with store-bought dough require less preparation than homemade dough.

• Air frying smaller items or fewer items will require a shorter cooking time than larger items or more items.
• Shaking items halfway during the cooking time optimizes the end result and can help prevent unevenly fried foods.
• Avoid preparing extremely greasy items, such as sausages, in the Air Fryer.
• Use a baking pan in the Crisper Drawer to bake a cake or quiche, or to fry fragile or filled items.

Temperature & Time Charts

Please keep in mind that these temperatures and times are guidelines, not exact specifications. Actual cooking times vary depending on the size, shape, and amount of food. When air frying a new item, always make sure food is cooked properly before consumption. According to the USDA, the safe internal temperature is 165°F for poultry and 160°F for beef. If food is not cooked properly using these guidelines, add a few minutes to the Air Fryer and cook food longer.

The Air Fryer can also be used to reheat foods. To reheat food, set the temperature to 300℉ for up to 10 minutes.

Cleaning & Maintenance

• Remove the plug from the wall socket and let the appliance cool down completely. Removing the Crisper Drawer allows the Air Fryer to cool down quicker.
• Thoroughly clean the appliance after every use.
• Do not clean the Crisper Tray, Crisper Drawer, or the inside of the appliance with metal kitchen utensils or abrasive cleaning materials, as they may damage the non-stick coating.
• Wipe the outside of the appliance with a moist, soft cloth.
• The Crisper Tray and Crisper Drawer are dishwasher-safe.
• Alternatively, the Crisper Tray and Crisper Drawer can be cleaned with hot water, dish soap, and a non-abrasive sponge.
• Clean the heating element with a soft cleaning brush to remove any food residue.
• Make sure the appliance has cooled down completely before cleaning the heating element.
• Make sure that the appliance is unplugged and all parts are clean and dry before storing.

If the Crisper Drawer or the Crisper Tray is dirty, remove it from the Air Fryer and fill the Crisper Drawer with hot water and dish soap. Then, put the Crisper Tray in the Crisper Drawer and let them soak for about 10 minutes to release any food that has become stuck.

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