Cuisinart TOA-70 Air Fryer Convection Toaster Oven User Manual

Cuisinart TOA-70 Air Fryer Convection Toaster Oven

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 before cleaning or handling and putting on or taking 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 AirFryer Toaster Oven and Grill 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 AirFryer Toaster Oven and Grill to the store or retailer where it was purchased for examination or repair or adjustment.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• Please read and keep these instructions handy. These instructions will help you to safely use your Cuisinart® AirFryer Toaster Oven and Grill 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.
• 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

FEATURES

1. Power Light
   The indicator light will turn on and remain lit when the oven is in use.
2. 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.
3. Oven Temperature Dial
   Use to set desired temperature.
4. Function Dial
   Use to select cooking method – Warm, Broil, Convection Broil, Toast, Bake, Convection Bake, AirFry, and Grill.
5. 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 a cycle is complete, the unit will power off.
6. Light Button
   To turn on the interior oven light, press the Light Button while the oven is in use and the door is closed. If the door is opened while the oven is on, the bulb-saver feature will turn the light off. The light turns on again when the door is closed and cooking resumes.
7. Easy Clean Interior
   The sides of the oven are coated, providing an easy-to-clean surface.
8. 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. Please make sure to keep the oven door closed during cooking/AirFrying.
9. Pull-Out Crumb Tray
   The Crumb Tray comes already positioned in your oven. It slides out from the bottom front of the AirFryer Toaster Oven and Grill for easy cleaning.
10. AirFryer Basket
    Use the AirFryer Basket in conjunction with the AirFry function to optimize your cooking results. It is recommended that the AirFryer Basket be nested in the Baking Pan.
11. 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.
12. Baking Pan/Drip Tray
    A Baking Pan/Drip Tray is included for your convenience. Use alone when baking or roasting. Use a Baking Pan with the AirFryer Basket when AirFrying. Use the Baking Pan with the Grill/Griddle plate when using the Grill function.
13. Grill/Griddle Plate
    Reversible Grill/Griddle Plate is to be used in conjunction with the Grill function. Use the Grill/Griddle Plate with the Baking Pan.
14. Cord Storage (rear, not shown)
    Takes up excess cord and keeps countertop neat.

BEFORE FIRST USE

• Place your AirFryer Toaster Oven and Grill on a flat surface. Before using, be sure the oven is 2 to 4 inches away from the wall or from any objects
  on the countertop. Do not use on heat-sensitive surfaces. OBJECTS SHOULD NOT BE STORED ON TOP OF THE OVEN. IF THEY ARE, REMOVE ALL OBJECTS BEFORE YOU TURN ON YOUR OVEN. THE EXTERIOR WALLS GET VERY HOT WHEN IN USE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

• AirFry: This function is used to AirFry meals as a healthier alternative to deep frying in oil. The AirFry function uses a combination of hot air, high fan speed, and 4 upper heating elements to prepare a variety of meals that are both delicious and healthier than traditional frying.
• Use the provided Baking Pan and AirFryer Basket when using the AirFry function. Place the AirFryer Basket onto the Baking Pan. Use the upper rack position for AirFrying.
• Baking: The Bake function is recommended for a variety of foods you would normally prepare in your conventional oven. Baked goods that require a more gentle cooking method, like cakes, muffins, and pastries, yield the best results on Bake. Convection Bake uses a fan to circulate heated air around food to cook it faster and is ideal for browning.
• It is best used for heartier baked goods such as scones and bread and is also excellent for roasts, poultry, pizza, and vegetables. Use the Baking Pan for fresh pizza (in lower rack position) and the rack alone if the pizza is frozen (in upper rack position). Or cook it on the pizza stone available for purchase
  on the Cuisinart website.
• Broiling: The Broil function can be used for beef, chicken, pork, fish and more. It also can be used to top-brown casseroles and gratins. Convection Broil is best for meats and fish, while traditional Broil is best reserved for top browning.
• Toasting: Always have the Oven Rack in the upper rack position, as indicated in the diagram at right, for even toasting. Always position your item/items in the middle of the rack.

DIAGRAMS FOR ACCESSORY POSITIONS

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

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 it 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 the interior of the oven.The 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 the 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. To remove crumbs, slide out the Crumb Tray and discard the crumbs. Wipe clean and replace. To remove baked-on grease, soak the tray in hot, sudsy water or use nonabrasive cleaners. Never operate the oven without the Crumb Tray in place.
• Never wrap the cord around the outside of the oven. Use the cord storage cleats on the back of the oven. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

RECIPES

Snacks, Appetizers, & Small Bites

Five-Spice Wings

The combination of the dipping sauce with the simple preparation of these wings provides a flavor punch that’s worth repeating!

Makes 4 to 6 servings

Nonstick cooking spray

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 2 pounds chicken wings (cut into flats and drumettes)
• Dipping Sauce:
• ¼ cup fish sauce
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1 small Thai chile, thinly sliced (or ½ jalapeño, seeded and thinly sliced)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
• 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions

1. Place the AirFryer Basket onto the Baking Pan and coat with nonstick cooking spray. Reserve.
2. Sprinkle the salt and five-spice powder evenly over the chicken wings. Cook as instructed in previous wing recipes.
3. While the wings are cooking, prepare the dipping sauce. Put the fish sauce, sugar, garlic and chile in a small saucepan set over medium-low heat. Cook until sugar has dissolved. Remove to cool to room temperature. Once cool, add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve alongside the hot wings when ready.
   • Nutritional information per serving (1 teaspoon sauce):
   • Calories 39 (78% from fat)
   • carb. 2g
   • pro. 0g
   • fat 3g
   • sat. fat 0g
   • chol. 0mg
   • sod. 68mg
   • calc. 4mg
   • fiber 0g

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