Insignia NS-AF5MSS2 5 Qt. Mechanical Control Air Fryer User Guide
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed:
- This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
- Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children. DO NOT allow the appliance to be used by children.
- Children should not play with the appliance.
- NEVER use electrical socket below counter.
- NEVER connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-control system.
- To protect against electrical shock, DO NOT immerse cord, plugs, or main unit housing in water or other liquid. Cook only in the basket provided.
- Regularly inspect the appliance and power cord. DO NOT use the appliance if there is damage to the power cord or plug.
- DO NOT use an extension short cord. A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk of children grabbing the cord or becoming entangled and to reduce the risk of people tripping over a longer cord.
- DO NOT place items on top of unit at any time.
Notes on the plug
This appliance has a polarized plug. 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. 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.
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
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.
Features
- Fryer circulates hot air to cook
- 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.
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.
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.
- If you are cooking a large amount of food, remove the pan and shake its contents halfway through the cook time.
- Pull the pan out of your air fryer and place it on a heat-resistant surface.
- Make sure that your food is done.
- 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 | TEMP. | TIME | AMOUNT | NOTES |
| Potatoes & fries | ||||
| Thin frozen fries | 390°F (199°C) | 9-16 min. | 11-25 oz. (300-700 g) | Shake halfway |
| Thick frozen fries | 390°F (199°C) | 11-20 min. | 11-25 oz. (300-700 g) | Shake halfway |
| Homemade fries (8×8 mm) | 390°F (199°C) | 16-20 min. | 11-28 oz. (300-800 g) | Shake halfway |
| Homemade potato wedges | 355°F (179°C) | 18-22 min. | 11-28 oz. (300-800 g) | Shake halfway |
| Homemade potato cubes | 355°F (179°C) | 12-18 min. | 9 oz. (250 g) | Shake halfway |
| Rosti | 355°F (179°C) | 15-18 min. | 18 oz. (500 g) | Shake halfway |
| Potato gratin | 390°F (199°C) | 15-18 min. | 18 oz. (500 g) | Shake halfway |
| Meat & poultry | ||||
| Steak | 360°F (182°C) | 8-12 min. | 6-18 oz. (100-500 g) | |
| Pork chops | 360°F (182°C) | 10-14 min. | 6-18 oz. (100-500 g) | |
| Hamburger | 360°F (182°C) | 7-14 min. | 6-18 oz. (100-500 g) | |
| Sausage roll | 390°F (199°C) | 13-15 min. | 6-18 oz. (100-500 g) | |
| Drumsticks | 360°F (182°C) | 18-22 min. | 6-18 oz. (100-500 g) | |
| Chicken breast | 360°F (182°C) | 10-15 min. | 6-18 oz. (100-500 g) | |
| Bacon | 400°F (204°C) | 6-10 min. | 11 oz. (300 g) | |
| Fish | 360°F (182°C) | 10-14 min. | 18-28 oz. (500-800 g) | |
| Snacks | ||||
| Spring rolls | 390°F (199°C) | 8-10 min. | 4-14 oz. (100-400 g) | Shake halfway |
| Frozen chicken nuggets | 390°F (199°C) | 6-10 min. | 6-18 oz. (100-500 g) | Shake halfway |
| Frozen fish fingers | 390°F (199°C) | 6-10 min. | 4-14 oz. (100-400 g) | |
| Frozen cheese curds | 355°F (179°C) | 8-10 min. | 4-14 oz. (100-400 g) | |
| Stuffed vegetables | 320°F (150°C) | 10 min. | 4-14 oz. (100-400 g) | |
| Baking | ||||
| Cake | 320°F (150°C) | 20-25 min. | 11 oz. (300 g) | |
| Quiche | 355°F (179°C) | 20-22 min. | 14 oz. (400 g) | |
| Muffins | 390°F (199°C) | 15-18 min. | 11 oz. (300 g) | |
| Sweet snacks | 320°F (150°C) | 20 min. | 14 oz. (400 g) | |
| Bread | 360°F (182°C) | 15-18 min. | 11-18 oz. (300-500 g) | |
Removing the basket
- Pull your air fryer’s handle out to slide the pan out.
- Set the pan on a counter top.
- Slide the release button cover forward to expose the red release button.
- Press the release button and lift the basket out of the pan.
Cleaning your air fryer
Clean your air fryer after every use.
- Unplug your air fryer from the wall outlet and wait for it to cool.
- 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.
- 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
| PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTION |
|
Your air fryer doesn’t work. | Your fryer isn’t plugged in. | Plug the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. |
| You haven’t set the timer. | Turn the timer knob to the required preparation time to turn on your fryer. | |
| The pan isn’t put into your fryer correctly. | Slide the pan into your fryer correctly. | |
| You smell a burnt food odor when you turn on your fryer for the first time. |
Manufacturing residue is in your fryer. | We recommend that you heat it for five minutes to eliminate any manufacturing residue that may remain after shipping. |
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The food fried in your air fryer isn’t done. | There’s too much food in your air fryer. | Put smaller batches of ingredients in the basket. Smaller batches are fried more evenly. |
| The set temperature is too low. | Increase your air fryer’s temperature. | |
| The preparation time is too short. | Cook your food longer. | |
| The ingredients are fried unevenly in your air fryer. | Certain types of ingredients need to be shaken halfway through the preparation time. | Shake foods that lie on top of or across each other (such as fries) halfway through the preparation time. |
| Fried snacks aren’t crispy when they come out of your air fryer. | You used a type of snacks meant to be prepared in a traditional deep fryer. | Use oven snacks. |
| I can’t slide the pan into my fryer correctly. | There’s too much food in the basket. | Do not fill the basket beyond the MAX indication. |
| The basket isn’t placed in the pan correctly. | Push the basket down into the pan until you hear a click. |
| PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTION |
|
White smoke comes out of your air fryer. |
You’re preparing greasy ingredients. | When you fry greasy ingredients in your air fryer, a large amount of oil leaks into the pan. The oil produces white smoke and the pan may heat up more than usual. This does not affect your fryer or the end result. |
| The pan still has grease residue from a previous use. | White smoke is caused by grease heating up in the pan. Make sure that you clean the pan correctly after each use. | |
| Fresh fries are fried unevenly in your air fryer. | You didn’t use the right potato type. | Use fresh potatoes to make sure that they stay firm during frying. |
| You didn’t rinse the fries correctly before you fried them. | Rinse the fries correctly to remove starch from the outside of the sticks. | |
| Fresh fries aren’t crispy when they come out of your air fryer. | The crispiness of the fries depends on the amount of water in the fries. | Make sure that you dry the potato sticks correctly. |
| Cut the potato sticks smaller for a crispier result. |
Specifications
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 12.8 × 14.8 × 12.4 in. (32.6 × 37.7 × 31.4 cm) |
| Weight | 13.2 lbs. (6 kg) |
| Power requirements | 1700W |
| Current | 120V, 60Hz |
| Cooking temperature | 180 ~ 400°F (82.2 ~ 204.4°C) |
| Cord length | 3.3 ft. (1.0 m) |
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Definitions:
The Distributor* of Insignia branded products warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new Insignia-branded 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. 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 is packaged with this warranty statement.
- Repair the Product with new or rebuilt parts.
- replace the Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts. Products and parts replaced under this warranty become the property of Insignia and are not returned to you. If service of Products or parts are required after the Warranty Period expires, you must pay all labor and parts charges.
- Cosmetic damage
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