Ninja SL401 DoubleStack XL 10QT 2-Basket Air Fryer User Manual

Ninja SL401 DoubleStack XL 10QT 2-Basket Air Fryer

1. 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.
2. Take inventory of all contents to ensure you have all parts needed to properly and safely operate your oven.
3. NEVER leave the oven unattended while in use.
4. NEVER use the outlet below the counter.
5. NEVER let cords hang over edges of tables or counters or touch hot surfaces, including stoves and other heating ovens..
6. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children. DO NOT allow children to play with or use the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when used near children.
7. DO NOT use an extension 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.
8. To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT place appliances on stovetops, hot surfaces, or in a heated oven.
9. DO NOT place any object directly onto the heating elements, and DO NOT cover the crumb tray or any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause the oven to overheat or cause a fire.
10. To protect against electrical shock, DO NOT immerse cords, plugs, or main unit housing in water or other liquids.
11. NEVER connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote control system.
12. DO NOT use the oven with damage to the power cord or plug. Regularly inspect the oven and power cord. If the oven malfunctions or has been damaged in any way, immediately stop use and call Customer Service.
13. DO NOT cover the air intake vents or air outlet vents while the unit is operating. Doing so will prevent even cooking and may damage the unit or cause it to overheat.

PARTS

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER

FUNCTION BUTTONS

• AIR FRY: Use this function to give your food crispiness and crunch with little to no oil
• AIR BROIL: Add the crispy finishing touch to meals or melt toppings to create the perfect finish.
• BAKE: Create decadent baked treats and desserts.
• ROAST: Use the unit as an oven for tender meats and more.
• REHEAT: Revive leftovers by gently warming them, leaving you with crispy results.
• DEHYDRATE: Dehydrate meats, fruits, and vegetables for healthy snacks.
• Power button: The button turns the unit on and also shuts it off and stops all cooking functions.

OPERATING BUTTONS

1. Control the output for the basket on the top (Zone 1).
2. Control the output for the basket on the bottom (Zone 2).
   • TEMP button: Press the TEMP button, then turn the dial to adjust the cook temperature before or during cooking.
   • TIME button: Press the TIME button, then turn the dial to adjust the cook time in any function before or during cooking.
   • DOUBLE STACK PRO button: Use this function with the Stacked Meal Racks and the chart and recipes in your Quick Start Guide to mix and match 4
     different foods at once.
   • SMART FINISH button: Automatically syncs the cook times to ensure both Zones finish at the same time, even if they have different cook times.
   • MATCH COOK button: Automatically matches Zone 2 settings to those of Zone 1 to cook a larger amount of the same food or cook different foods using the same function, temperature, and time.

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove and discard any packaging material, promotional labels and tape from the unit.
2. Remove all accessories from the package and read this manual carefully. Please pay particular attention to operational instructions, warnings and important safeguards to avoid any injury or property damage.
3. Wash the baskets, crisper plates, and Stacked Meal Racks in hot, soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly. The baskets, crisper plates, and racks are the ONLY dishwasher-safe parts. However, to extend their life, we recommend hand-washing them. NEVER clean the main unit in the dishwasher.

COOKING IN YOUR AIR FRYER

REFERENCE QUICK START GUIDE FOR RECIPES AND COOKING CHARTS

PAUSING COOK TIME IN A SINGLE ZONE

1. Select the zone you want to pause.
2. Press the START/PAUSE button to pause cooking.
3. To resume cooking, press the START/PAUSE button

COOKING IN YOUR AIR FRYER – CONT.

COOKING WITH DOUBLESTACK™ TECHNOLOGY

• DoubleStack Technology utilizes two cooking zones to increase versatility. The Match Cook™ feature ensures that, regardless of different cook settings, both zones will finish cooking at the same time. For detailed instructions on using each function, see pages 7–8 or 9.

SMART FINISH

To finish cooking at the same time when foods have different cook times, temperatures, and/or functions:

1. Insert crisper plates in baskets, place ingredients in baskets, then insert baskets in unit.
2. The unit will default to Zone 1. Turn the dial to select the desired cook function. Press the TEMP button, then turn the dial to set the temperature. Press the TIME button, then turn the dial to set the time.
3. Select Zone 2, then turn the dial to select the desired cook function. Press the TEMP button, then turn the dial to set the temperature. Press the TIME button, then turn the dial to set the time.

Air Broil

1. Insert a crisper plate in a basket, place ingredients in basket, then insert basket in unit.
2. The unit will default to Zone 1 (you may then turn the dial to set the temperature. select Zone 2 if you prefer). Turn the dial to select AIR BROIL.
3. Press the TIME button, then turn the dial to set the time in 1-minute increments. Press START/PAUSE to begin cooking.
4. When cooking is complete, the unit will beep and COOL will appear on the display for 60 seconds.
5. Remove ingredients by tipping them out or using silicone-tipped tongs/utensils. DO NOT place baskets on top of unit.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

• The unit should be cleaned thoroughly after every use. Unplug the unit from the outlet and wait until the unit is fully cooled before cleaning.
• If food residue is stuck on the baskets, crisper plates, or racks, place them in a sink filled with warm, soapy water and allow to soak before washing.

HELPFUL TIPS

1. For consistent browning, make sure ingredients are arranged in an even layer on the bottom of the basket with no overlapping. If ingredients are overlapping, make sure to shake them halfway through the set cook time.
2. Cook temperature and time can be adjusted at any time during cooking. Simply select the Zone you want to adjust, then press the TEMP or TIME button and use the dial to make an adjustment.
3. To convert conventional oven recipes, reduce the temperature by 25°F. Check food frequently to avoid overcooking.
4. Occasionally, the fan from the air fryer will blow lightweight foods around. To alleviate this, secure foods (like the top slice of bread on a sandwich) with wooden toothpicks.
5. After selecting a cooking function, you can press START/PAUSE to begin cooking immediately. The unit will run at the default temperature and time

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

• How do I adjust the temperature or time while using a single zone?
• Select the active zone, then press TEMP and use the dial to adjust the temperature, or press TIME and use the dial to adjust the time.
• How do I adjust the temperature or time while using DoubleStack™ Technology?
• Select the desired zone, press TEMP and use the dial to adjust the temperature, or press TIME and use the dial to adjust the time.
• Does the unit need to preheat?
• No, the unit does not need to preheat.
• Can I cook different foods in each zone and not worry about cross-contamination?
• Yes, both zones are self-contained with separate heating elements and fans.
• How do I pause the countdown timer?
• The countdown timer will pause automatically when you remove a basket from the unit. Reinsert the basket within 10 minutes to resume cooking, or cook in the zone with the basket not in place will be cancelled.
• How do I stop cooking in one zone when using both zones?
• First, press that zone’s button, then press START/PAUSE. To stop both zones, simply press START/PAUSE.
• Are the baskets safe to put on my countertop?
• The baskets will heat up during cooking, so use caution when handling. Place them on heat-resistant surfaces only.
• When should I use the crisper plate(s)?
• Use the crisper plates when you want food to come out crispy. The plates elevate food in the baskets so that air can flow under and around ingredients to cook and crisp them evenly.
• When should I use a stacked meal rack?
• Use a stacked meal rack when you want to cook two layers of food in one basket.
• Why didn’t my food cook fully?
• Make sure the basket is fully inserted during cooking. For consistent browning, ensure ingredients are arranged in an even layer in the basket with no overlapping. Shake basket to toss ingredients for even crispiness. Cook temperature and time can be adjusted at any time during cooking if you’d like to increase the temperature or cook food longer.
• Why is my food burned?
• For best results, check the food’s progress throughout cooking and remove food when desired level of brownness has been achieved. To avoid overcooking, remove food immediately after the cook time ends.
• Why do some ingredients blow around when air frying?
• Occasionally, the fan from the air fryer will blow lightweight foods around. Use wooden toothpicks to secure loose lightweight food, like the top slice of bread on a sandwich.

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