Cuisinart 46446 User Manual for 46446
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
Cuisinart® Express Oven Air Fry
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TOA-65XA
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards...........................................2
Before First Use ..............................................3
Special Cord Set Instructions ....................................3
Features and Benefits ..........................................4
Getting to Know Your Control Panel ...............................5
Setting the Clock and Oven Tone Volume ...........................5
General Operation .............................................6
To Change Time, Temperature, or Function..........................6
Oven Rack and Pan Positions ....................................7
Tips and Hints ................................................7
Cleaning and Maintenance .....................................15
Troubleshooting ..............................................16
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, 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 Express Oven
Air Fry 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 after the
appliance has malfunctioned, has been dropped or damaged in any way or
has been dropped in water. Return the Express Oven Air Fry to the store or
retailer where purchased for examination and or repair.
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 the Express Oven Air Fry on or near a hot gas or electric burner
or in a heated oven.
11. Do not use the Express Oven Air Fry for anything other than its intended purpose.
12. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of
materials other than metal or glass in the oven.
13. T o avoid burns, use extreme caution when removing the Express Oven Air
Fry accessories or disposing of hot grease.
14. When not in use, always unplug the appliance. Do not store any materi-
als other than manufacturer’s recommended ovenproof accessories in the
Express Oven Air Fry.
15. Do not place any of the following materials in the Express Oven Air Fry:
paper, cardboard, plastic and similar products.
16. Do not cover Crumb Tray or any part of the oven with metal foil. This will
cause overheating of the oven.
17. Oversize foods, metal foil packages and utensils must not be inserted in the
Express Oven Air Fry, as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.
18. A fire may occur if the Express Oven Air Fry is covered or touching
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.
19. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and
touch electrical parts, involving a risk of electric shock.
20. Do not attempt to dislodge food when the Express Oven Air Fry is plugged
into electrical outlet.
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21. WARNING: To avoid possibility of fire, NEVER leave the Express Oven Air Fry
unattended during use.
22. Use recommended temperature settings for all cooking/baking,
roasting and air-frying.
23. Do not rest cooking utensils or baking dishes on glass door.
Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet.
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When storing in an appliance garage, always unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance
touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the appliance as it closes.
25. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil
or other hot liquids.
26. To disconnect, press Start/Stop to ensure cooking is stopped, then remove
plug from wall outlet.
27. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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29. The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external
timer or separate remote-control system.
30. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications
such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and others working environments;
- farm houses;
- by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments.
31. The temperature of accessible sur faces may be high when the appliance is
operating.
[symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10)] Caution, hot surface
BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Place the Express Oven Air Fry on a flat, level surface.
2. Ensure there is minimum distance of 15cm of space from the wall, sides and
above. Do not use on heat sensitive surfaces.
NOTE: OBJECTS SHOULD NOT BE STORED ON THE TOP OF THE
OVEN. IF THEY ARE, REMOVE ALL OBJECTS BEFORE YOU TURN ON
YOUR OVEN. THE EX TERIOR WALLS CAN GET VERY HOT WHEN IN
USE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
3. Check that the Crumb Tray is in place and that there is nothing in the oven.
4. Insert Quick Tips Guide on the bottom left side of the appliance.
5. Plug power cord into a suitable 230/240v power outlet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and keep these instructions accessible. These instructions will help
you use the Express Oven Air Fry to its fullest, so that you will achieve 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. Extension cords are available and may
be used if care is exercised in their 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 unintentionally or pulled on by children.
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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE
ONLY - NOT INTENDED
FOR COMMERCIAL USE
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
1. Control Panel
Large LCD, dial and intuitive buttons make the appliance easy to use
(see details on page 5).
2. Cool-Touch Handle
Handle designed to stay cool during cooking.
3. Interior Light
Interior light to easily view food while cooking.
4. Viewing Window
Large viewing window to check progress.
5. Wire Oven Rack
Can be inver ted to create extra height.
6. Rack Positions
A. Position 1 is the bottom position and this is recommended when cooking
larger foods (e.g. whole chicken).
B. Position 2 has a 50% auto-stop feature, so the rack stops halfway out
of the oven. The oven rack can be removed from Position 2 by lifting the
front of the rack and sliding it out.
NOTE: Refer to page 7 for suggested rack positions with different functions.
7. Easy-Clean Interior
The sides of the oven’s interior have a non-stick coating.
8. Pull-Out Crumb Tray
The Crumb Tray comes already positioned in your oven. The tray slides
out from the lower front of the oven to clean.
9. Air Fryer Basket
Use the basket when using the Air Fry, Grill or Dehydrate functions
to optimise your cooking results. We recommend setting the Air Fryer
Basket in the Baking Tray/Drip Pan.
10. Baking Tray/Drip Pan
A Baking Tray/Drip Pan is included for your convenience. Use alone when
baking or roasting. Use Baking Tray/Drip Pan with Air Fryer Basket when
air-frying, grilling or dehydrating.
11. Quick Tips Guide
Built-in guide with recommendations and tips on how to use the appliance.
Before first use, slide in place.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CONTROL PANEL
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1. Frozen Button
This adjusts the settings for frozen foods when used with the Toast,
Crumpets, Pizza and certain Air Fry preset functions. The frozen icon will
display on the LCD screen.
2. Super Convention Button
This adjusts the fan speed to Super Convection for use on Bake, Grill, Roast,
Proof, Slow and Reheat functions. It is preset on Pizza, Dehydrate and all Air Fry
functions. Super Convection can achieve faster cooking results and enhanced
browning. When the fan icon is displayed on the screen, Super Convection is set.
When the icon is NOT showing, normal convection fan speed is set.
3. Light Button
To turn on/off the interior oven light, press the light button
light will turn off automatically after 20 seconds.
4. Air Fry Function Button
Press to take you directly to the Air Fry function and presets. Press again to
toggle between other functions menu.
5. Dual Cook
Use to program two-stage cooking operation automatically.
6. Start/Stop Button with Indicator Light
Use to star t and stop cooking. Indicator will illuminate when cooking.
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. The interior
7. Selector Dial
Rotate to scroll through options on the LCD screen. Press centre of dial to
confirm selections.
8. LCD Screen
Displays cooking functions, toast shade and slices, temperature, cooking/
countdown timer, clock time, fan speed and frozen.
SETTING THE CLOCK
The clock can only be set when the oven is not cooking and the time is displayed
on the screen.
To set the clock:
1. If LCD is not displaying the clock, scroll through the function menu until clock
is displayed.
2. Press and hold the Selector Dial for 3 seconds.
3. The clock hour will flash; turn the Selector Dial to set hour, then press to confirm.
4. The clock minutes will flash; turn the Selector Dial to set minutes, then press
to confirm.
NOTE: If nothing is pressed, clock will automatically set to currently displayed
time.
EXPRESS OVEN AIR FRY TONE VOLUME
The tone volume can only be adjusted when the time is displayed on the screen.
1. Press Air Fry and Dual Cook buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds.
2. The number 2 (default setting) or currently selected setting will display.
3. Use the Selector Dial to set preferred tone level: 0 (off/tones deactivated), 1
(low), or 2 (high).
4. Once your selection is displayed, press the Selector Dial to confirm.
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OPERATING YOUR EXPRESS OVEN AIR FRY
1. Place the appropriate rack, pan, and/or basket in the position recommended
in the char t on page 7.
2. Use the Selector Dial to scroll through functions or press the Air Fry button to
go directly to presets. Press again to toggle to other cooking functions.
3. When desired function is flashing, press the Selector Dial to confirm. The
Start/Stop button will flash and LCD screen will display the last selected or
default temperature and time (shade and slices for Toast and Crumpet settings).
4. A. To use displayed settings, press Start /Stop to begin operation.
The Star t/Stop button will illuminate, indicating the appliance is cooking.
B. To change settings:
- Turn the Selector Dial to choose desired temperature (or shade)
- Press the Selector Dial to confirm; time (or slices) will flash
- Turn the Selector Dial to choose desired time (or slices)
- Press the Selector Dial to confirm
- If desired, press the Frozen or the Super Convection Fan button
- Press Start/Stop to begin operation. The button will illuminate,
NOTE: Bake and Pizza have a preheating stage during which display will show
5. When countdown timer reaches 0:00, oven will beep three times and heaters
NOTE: Cooking process can be cancelled before countdown timer reaches
NOTE: AFTER COOKING, FAN WILL REMAIN ON FOR COOLING PURPOSES.
indicating the appliance is cooking.
“Preheat”; once preheat is complete, oven will beep and display will show
“Ready”; countdown timer will begin.
will turn off.
0:00 by pressing Start/Stop.
TO CHANGE TIME, TEMPERATURE, OR
FUNCTION DURING COOKING CYCLE
To change time: During the cooking cycle, use the Selector Dial to add or decrease
time. The new countdown time will be displayed, and cooking will continue.
To change temperature: During the cooking cycle, press the Selector Dial until
the current temperature flashes. Turn the Selector Dial to desired temperature
and cooking will continue at the new temperature.
To change function: You must press Star t/Stop to stop the current program.
Then turn the Selector Dial and press it to select another function. Press Start/
Stop again to continue cooking cycle.
NOTE: When the Express Oven Air Fry is in use, opening the door will suspend
the heaters and countdown timer and discontinue working. When the door closes
the heaters and countdown timer will resume.
INTUITIVE ELEMENT TECHNOLOGY
The Express Oven Air Fry features 6 individual elements that have been programmed to direct the heat exactly where it is needed most for each function
and cooking style.
Each of the oven's functions are preset with specific combinations and temperatures, however these can be adjusted to suit your own cooking needs.
Note that elements may operate on different power levels depending on the
function selected so they may not all be functioning at full power at the same
time.
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OVEN RACK AND PAN POSITION DIAGRAMS
Please refer to the chart below for suggested Oven Rack, Baking Tray/Drip
Pan, and Air Fryer Basket positions.
Rack Position 1 and Position 2 are marked on the right side housing when
the door is opened.
Air Fryer Basket
SUGGESTED RACK/PAN/BASKET POSITIONS
Function
Air Fry X X
Toast X
Crumpet X
Bake X X X X
Grill X X X X X X
Pizza X
Roast X X X X
Dehydrate X
Proof X X X
Slow X X X X
Reheat X X X X X X
Warm X X X X X X
Baking Tray/Drip Pan
Position 2 Position 1
Oven Rack
(fresh)
X
(frozen;
inverted
rack)
AIR FRY FUNCTION
TIP: For best results, use the provided Air Fryer Basket fitted into the
Tray/Drip Pan
The Air Fry function can be used at 90°C – 230°C for up to 1 hour. This function
is used to air fry food and meals as a healthy alternative to deep frying in oil. A
high fan speed and multiple heating elements circulate hot air from the top down
to prepare a variety of meals that can be both delicious and healthier than traditional frying.
• Default setting: 220°C; 12minutes
• Many foods that can be fried can be air-fried without using excess amounts of
oil. Air-fried foods will taste lighter and be less greasy than deep-fried foods.
• Air-frying doesn’t require oil, but a light spray can enhance browning and
crispiness. Use an oil sprayer or a nonstick olive oil cooking spray to keep it
extra light, a pastr y brush to evenly coat, or pour a little oil into a bowl, add
food, and toss.
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Most oils can be used for air-frying. Olive oil is preferred for a richer flavour.
Vegetable, canola or grapeseed oils are recommended for milder flavours.
• An assortment of coatings can be used on air-fried foods.
Some examples of different crumb mixtures include: breadcrumbs,
seasoned breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, crushed cornflakes and potato
chips. Various flours, including gluten-free, and other dr y foods like cornmeal
work very well.
• Most foods do not need to be turned during cooking, but larger items, like
chicken drumsticks, should be turned halfway through the cooking cycle to
ensure they are evenly cooked and browning results.
• When air-frying large quantities of food that fill the pan, toss food halfway
through the cooking cycle to ensure evenly cooked results and colour.
• Use higher temperatures for foods that cook quickly, like bacon and chips. Use
lower temperatures for foods that take longer to cook, like crumbed chicken.
• Foods will cook more evenly if they are cut into the same-size pieces.
• Please note that many foods release water when they cook. When cooking
large quantities for an extended period of time, condensation may build up,
which could leave moisture on your countertop.
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Baking
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The char t below lists recommended amounts, cooking times and temperatures for various types of food that can be air-fried in the Express Oven Air Fry. If portions
exceed recommendations, you can toss occasionally while cooking to ensure crispiest, and even browning results. Smaller amounts of food may require less time. For
best air fry results, use the oven light to periodically check on the cooking food.
NOTE: When air-frying, always use the Air Fryer Basket with the Baking Tray/Drip Pan. For all foods below, we suggest using the upper position (Position 2). for best results
unless otherwise stated below.
Food Recommended Amount Temperature Time Shelf
Position
Cooking Instruction
For all foods in the chart Air Fryer Basket with
Bacon 250g (about 5 rashers) 200°C 8 to 10 minutes 2
Baking Tray/Drip Pan using rack upper postion
(Position 2) unless otherwise stated.
Chicken Wings
900g (about 10) - Max
1.4kg
200°C 20 to 25 minutes 1
Avoid sugary marinades as this may result in
burning of the sugar. Best cooked in a single
layer. Better on rack (Position 1).
When cooking a larger volume (Position 1) rack
Frozen Chips/Fries 450g - 900g 220°C 12 to 25 minutes 2
may be required. Toss once during cooking for
even browning.
When cooking a larger volume (Position 1) rack
Frozen Wedges 450g - 900g 220°C 12 to 25 minutes 2
may be require. Toss once during cooking for
even browning.
Frozen Snacks e.g. Spring Rolls
500g 200°C 8 to 10 minutes 1
Frozen Chicken Nuggets 400g 220ºC 8 minutes 1
Frozen Fish Fingers 450g - 900g 220ºC 8 minutes 1
Hand Cut Chips 450g - 900g 200°C 15 to 20 minutes 1
Salt & Pepper Squid 500g 200°C 10 minutes 1
Lightly spray with olive oil all over vegetables.
For slices cut 1-½cm thick and cook for 10
Vegetables e.g. Sliced Eggplant
500g 200°C
10 to 15/20
minutes
1 and
mins. For larger cut vegetables 4cm x 4cm
cook for 15-20 mins. Use rack Position 1 for
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thin slices , rack Position 2 for thicker pieces
of vegetables. Turn halfway through cooking to
evenly brown.
NOTE: Air frying doesn’t require oil, but a light coating can enhance browning and crispiness. Use an oil sprayer or a nonstick olive oil cooking spray to
keep it extra light, a pastry brush to evenly coat, or pour a little oil into a bowl, add food, and toss.
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USING AIR FRYER PRESETS
In addition to being able to program the temperature and time for air-frying, the
Express Oven A ir Fr y has convenient, easy-to-use presets for your fried favourites—chips, chicken wings, chicken nuggets, snacks, and vegetables. To use Air
Fryer presets, follow these steps:
1. Press the Air Fry button or scroll through function menu and select Air Fry.
2. Turn the Selector Dial to scroll through preset functions. When desired preset
is flashing, press the Selector Dial to confirm selection.
3. Preset temperature and time will display.
A. To use displayed settings, press Start/Stop to begin
B. To change settings, see OPERATING YOUR EXPRESS OVEN AIR FRY on
page 6
NOTE: Most presets can be used with frozen or fresh foods. See below for
details:
Chips ............. Default is for frozen chips or wedges.
Wings ............ Default is for fresh chicken wings.
Nugget s ......... Default is for frozen pre-cooked nuggets.
Snacks .......... Default is for frozen pre-cooked snacks.
Vegetables .... Default is for fresh vegetables.
NOTE: Fan speed cannot be changed for Air Fryer presets; it is always on High.
PRESETS FOR Air Fry Recommended Amount Preset Temps Pre set Time - default Other notes
TOAST FUNCTION
Toast shade can be set from 1 to 7 using 1 to 6 slices. This function is used to
toast bread and other items; both fresh and frozen items can be used.
NOTE: Af ter using the Toast Function for the first time, the oven's Smart
Memory function will remember your last setting and revert to this rather
than the default setting. This is provided that your oven is not turned off
and unplugged at the power since last use.
• Default: Shade 4; 3-4 slices; not frozen
• For best results and more evenly toasted items:
– If toasting two pieces, centre them in the middle of the oven rack
– Four pieces should be evenly spaced—two in front, two in back
– Six pieces should be evenly spaced—three in front, three in back
• If toast is lighter than you like, time can be added (up to 1 minute) by turning
the Selector Dial before toasting is complete
• Shade Guide: Light (1, 2) • Medium (3, 4, 5) • Dark (6, 7)
• For toasting frozen bread press the Frozen button before toasting
WARNING: Always use Position 2 for toasting. Do not invert rack in Position 2 as
this may result in burning.
Chips 450g -900g 220°C 12 minutes
Wings 900g (about 15 wings) 200°C 25 minutes
Nuggets 400g 220°C 8 minutes
Snacks 500g 200°C 6 minutes E.g. - spring rolls, samosas
Vegetables 500g 200°C 10 minutes
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Large amounts require tossing to evenly
brown
Sliced eggplant, zucchini, pumpkin,
sweet potato
CRUMPET FUNCTION
Crumpet shade can be set from 1 to 7 using 1 to 6 crumpets. This function
provides full heat on the top and half heat on the bottom to toast both sides of
crumpet halves; both fresh and frozen crumpets can be used.
NOTE: Af ter using the Crumpet Function for the first time, the oven's Smar t
Memory function will remember your last setting and revert to this rather
than the default setting. This is provided that your oven is not turned off
and unplugged at the power since last use.
• Default: Shade 7; 3 to 4 slices; not frozen
• For best results, put your crumpets on the rack with the lighter side facing up
• If crumpets are too light, time can be added (up to 1 minute) by turning the
Selector Dial before toasting is complete
• For toasting frozen crumpets press the Frozen button before toasting
BAKE FUNCTION
Bake has a preheating stage during which display will show “Preheat”; once
preheat is complete, oven will beep. Place food in oven and display will show
“Ready”; countdown timer will begin.
Bake can be used at 90°C – 230°C for up to 2 hours. Baking is recommended
for a variety of foods you would normally prepare in a conventional oven.
Default: 180°C for 30 mins.
NOTE: Af ter using the Bake Function for the first time, the oven's Smar t
Memory function will remember your last setting and revert to this rather
than the default setting. This is provided that your oven is not turned off
and unplugged at the power since last use.
• The oven defaults to normal convection fan speed (i.e.
screen) for more delicate items like custards and eggs, as well as most baked
foods like muffins, cakes and biscuits
• You can select the option of Super Convection fan speed (i.e.
on screen), for most baked foods that require even browning, like hear tier
baked foods and breads
• When using the Super Convection function, cooking times and temperatures
may need to be reduced—start checking food about 5 to 10 minutes before the
end of the suggested cooking time
not displaying on
displaying
• Important: All of our recipes were specially developed for the Express Oven
Air Fry and have been tested in our Cuisinart Test Kitchen
GRILL FUNCTION
Grill is set at 230°C only and for up to 2 hours. The Grill function can be used for
beef, chicken, pork, fish, and more. It also can be used to top-brown casseroles
and gratins.
Default: 230°C for 5 mins
NOTE: Af ter using the Grill Function for the first time, the oven's Smart
Memory function will remember your last setting and revert to this rather
than the default setting. This is provided that your oven is not turned off
and unplugged at the power since last use.
• For best results, use the provided Air Fryer Basket fitted into the Baking Tray/
Drip Pan to grill
• Never use glass oven dishes to grill
• Be sure to keep an eye on food – items can brown quickly when grilling
PIZZA FUNCTION
Pizza can be used at 170ºC – 230ºC for up to 2 hours. This function can be used
to cook fresh or frozen pizza.
Default: 230°C for 10 mins.
NOTE: Af ter using the Pizza Function for the first time, the oven's Smart
Memory function will remember your last setting and revert to this rather
than the default setting. This is provided that your oven is not turned off
and unplugged at the power since last use.
• Pizza has a preheating stage during which display will show “Preheat”; once
preheat is complete, oven will beep. Place pizza in oven and display will show
“Ready”; countdown timer will begin
• For freshly made pizza , place directly on Baking Tray/Drip Pan
• For frozen pizza , invert the Wire Rack and place in shelf Position 1 After selecting Pizza function, press the Frozen button setting (
directly onto rack once oven has preheated
• Pizza can also be cooked on a pizza stone
will display). Place pizza
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