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Nutritious & Delicious

Innovating for your health’s sake

Nutrition is about having a varied and well balanced diet… however it is also about far more than just the
ingredients. How they are prepared and cooked can significantly affect their nutritional value, and have a major
impact on their taste and texture.
Nutrition is therefore also about the differences in composition between the many preparation methods and
cooking appliances available today. With this in mind,

has developed a specific range of appliances that

are dedicated to NUTRITION FOR GREATER PLEASURE: ingenious culinary appliances which preserve the
nutritional integrity and enhance the true taste of the ingredients.

Bringing you unique solutions

invests in research to bring you unique solutions with nutritional benefits that are validated by scientific

studies.

Informing you

For many years

has been bringing you appliances which help in the preparation of your meals by

providing speed, convenience and ease of use.
Each day, the

Nutritious and Delicious range will help you by :

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preserving the quality of the natural ingredients that are essential to your diet,

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limiting the use of fat,

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rediscovering the natural tastes and flavours of food,

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reducing the time spent on the preparation of meals.

Within this range of products,

enables you to prepare 1 kg ofpotatoes into homemade chips with just 1

spoonful (14 ml) of your favourite oil !

Welcome to the world of

Make real tasty chips just the way you like them!

chips are delicious with a crispy coating on the outside and soft and tender inside thanks to the patented

technologies: the stirring paddle which gently mixes the food and evenly disperses the oil, and the unique warm
air heating system. Choose your ingredients, oil, spices, herbs and seasonings…and let

take care of the

rest.

Only 3% fat*: 1 spoonful (14ml) of oil is enough!

One spoonful of the oil of your choice allows you to make real chips from 1kg of potatoes. You can be sure of using
exactly the right amount, thanks to the graduated spoon that is supplied with the appliance.

*1 kg of of potatoes prepared then cut into fresh chips, to a thickness 13x13 mm, cooked until -55% of weight
loss with 14 ml of oil.

Chips and so much more!

enables you to cook a wide variety of recipes.

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In addition to chips and potatoes, you can vary your meals with stir fry cooked vegetables, tender and succulent

minced meat dishes, meatballs and crispy fried prawns, shellfish and fruit.

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• The

cooks frozen food very well too. Frozen foods are a good alternative to fresh products. They

are practical and conserve the products’ nutritional qualities and taste.

The recipe book supplied has been specially created for you by our team of home econo-

mists and nutritionists. Apart from traditional chips there are also innovative “fun” ideas for

flavoured chips plus recipes for healthy and tasty main meals and even some desserts too!

For the best results with your

we advise following our recommendations on

the type of potatoes and oil to use.

The potato: balance and pleasure on a daily basis!

Potatoes are an excellent source of energy and contain vitamins. Potatoes vary enormously in size, shape and taste
according to the variety, climate and growing conditions. Each variety has its particular cropping time, yield, size,
colour, keeping quality and culinary uses. A potato’s characteristics when cooked may vary according to its origin
and seasonality.

Which variety should I use ?

As a general rule, we suggest that you use special potatoes that have been recommended for chipping. In many
supermarkets the information on the packaging tells you which varieties are suitable for making chips. We
recommend varieties such as King Edward and Maris Piper for good results.
When potatoes have been freshly harvested, they have a higher water content, we recommend cooking the chips
for a few more minutes.

Where should I store potatoes?

The best place to store potatoes is in a dark cellar or cool cupboard (between 6 and 8°C), away from the light.

How should I prepare potatoes for

To obtain the best results, you must ensure that the chips do not stick together. With this in mind, wash the whole
potatoes and then cut them into chips using a sharp knife or chip cutter. The chips should be of equal size so that
they cook at the same time. Wash the chipped potatoes in plenty of cold water until it runs clear in order to remove
as much of the starch as possible. Dry the chips thoroughly using a clean highly absorbent tea towel. The chips
must be perfectly dry before putting them in the

otherwise they will not turn crispy. To check that they

are dry enough pat them with paper kitchen towel just before cooking. If there is any wetness on the paper dry
them again. Remember the cooking time of the chips will vary according to the weight of chips and the batch of
potatoes used.

How should I cut the potatoes?

The size of a chip influences how crunchy or soft it is. The thinner your chips, the more crunchy they will be and
conversely, thicker chips will be softer inside. You can cut your chips to the following thickness according to your tastes:

American style: 8 x 8mm / Thin: 10 x 10mm / Standard: 13 x 13mm

In ActiFry the maximum recommended chip thickness is 13 x 13 mm.

Try a variety of different oils for good health

You can vary the type of oil depending on your choice with 1

spoonful of oil for 1 kg of potatoes. Choose

a different oil every time you cook!
With

, you can use a very wide variety of oils:

•  Standard oils : olive oil, grape seed oil, corn oil, groundnut (peanut) oil, sunflower oil, soya oil*
•  Flavoured oils : oils infused with aromatic herbs, garlic, chilli, lemon…
•  Speciality oils : hazelnut*, sesame*…
(*cook according to the manufacturers instructions)
With its low quantity of oil for each use, the technology of

helps in providing a healthier, nutritionally

balanced diet.

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With

, you can make chips with a better nutritional quality. For extra

flavour, you can add 1 or 2 additional spoonfuls of oil for even more taste but

this will increase the fat content.

With

, make tastier, healthier chips just as you

like them!

Important recommendations

Safety instructions

• For your safety, this appliance complies with the safety regulations and directives

in effect at the time of manufacture (Low-voltage Directive, Electromagnetic
Compatibility, Food Contact Materials Regulations, Environment…).

• Check that the power supply voltage corresponds to that shown on the appliance

(alternating current).

• Given the diverse standards in effect, if the appliance is used in a country other

than that in which it is purchased, have it checked by an approved service centre.

• This appliance is designed for domestic use only. In case of professional use,

inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer
accepts no responsibility and the guarantee does not apply.

• Read and follow the instructions for use. Keep them for future use.

Connecting to the power supply

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Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the
appliance to your point of purchase.

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Do not use an extension lead. If you accept liability for doing so, only use an
extension lead which is in good condition and is suited to the power of the
appliance.

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If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer.
Return to your point of purchase. Do not take the appliance apart yourself.

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Do not leave the cord hanging.

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Do not unplug the appliance by pulling on the cord.

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Always unplug the appliance immediately after use ; when moving it ; prior to any
cleaning or maintenance.

Using the appliance

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Use on a flat and stable, heat resistant work surface, away from any water
splashes or any sources of heat.

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When in operation, never leave the appliance unattended.

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This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including children) with a
physical, sensory or mental impairment, or people without knowledge or
experience, unless they are supervised or given prior instructions concerning the
use of the appliance by someone responsible for their safety.

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Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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This electrical appliance operates at high temperatures which may cause burns.
Do not touch the hot surfaces of the appliance (lid, metal parts…).

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Do not switch on the appliance near flammable materials (blinds, curtains…) or
close to an external heat source (gas stove, hot plate…etc.).

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In the event of fire, never try to extinguish the flames with water. Unplug the
appliance. Close the lid, if it is not dangerous to do so. Smother the flames with
a damp cloth.

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Do not move the appliance when it is full of hot food.

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Never immerse the appliance in water!

Cooking

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This appliance is not suitable for recipes with a high-liquid content (eg. soups,
cook-in sauces...).

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Never turn on the appliance if the cooking pan is empty.

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Do not overfill the cooking pan, never exceed the indicated quantities or
maximum food level mark (for chips only).

Quick introduction for use

Before first use

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To remove the lid –

fig.1

, press the lid opening buttons (11) at the same time

and lift the latch (3) to take off the lid –

fig. 2

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Remove the measuring spoon.

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Lift the handle to a horizontal position until you hear a “click” as it locks.

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Take out the cooking pan –

fig. 3

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Turn the cooking pan upside down and unclip the removable paddle by
squeezing the two pins –

fig. 4

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All the removable parts are dishwasher safe –

fig. 5

or can be washed with a soft

sponge and washing up liquid.

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Wipe the base of the appliance using a damp cloth and washing up liquid.

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Rinse and dry the parts carefully before putting them back together.

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To re-fit the paddle into the pan push it down until it clicks into place. This may
be a little stiff when the appliance is new.

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During its first use, the appliance may give off a slight odour: this is not harmful
and it will disappear quickly. It has no effect on the functioning of your + ActiFry.

Preparing food

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Place the food in the cooking pan, distributing it evenly, making sure that you
respect the maximum quantity (see cooking tables p. 6 to 8).

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Add the oil to the food with the spoon –

fig. 7

, spreading it evenly (see cooking

tables p. 6 to 8).
(1 spoonful of oil = 14 ml of oil)

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Unlock the handle and fold it completely into its housing –

fig. 8

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Close the lid –

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Cooking

Set the cooking time

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Press the timer setting button to set the time. Hold down the button until desired
time is featured on the display –

fig. 10

(see cooking tables p. 6 to 8).

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Now release. The selected time (in minutes) is displayed and the countdown
starts.

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If you make a mistake or to delete the selected time, hold down the button for 2
seconds then set the time again.

Cool touch area of the lid

Transparent lid

Latch for removing lid

Measuring spoon (14ml)

Maximum food level markers (for chips only)

Removable mixing paddle

Non-stick removable cooking pan

Cooking pan handle release button

Cooking pan handle

10.

Base

11.

Lid opening buttons

12.

Digital timer

13.

On/Off switch

14.

Timer setting button

15.

Removable control panel (for access to the

battery compartment only)

Description

Remove all the stickers
and any packaging.
Never immerse the base in
water.

For chips, never exceed
the maximum level
indicated on the paddle –
fig. 6. Do not leave the
measuring spoon inside
the pan when cooking
food.

BE CAREFUL: the timer
signals the end of the
cooking but does not
switch off the fryer.

tarting the cooking

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Press the On/Off switch, the cooking begins thanks to the hot air circulation inside
the cooking enclosure –

fig.11

. The paddle rotates slowly in a clockwise direction.

Taking food out

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Once cooking is completed, the timer beeps. To stop the beeping signal, press the
timer setting button –

fig.12

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Press on On/Off to stop the appliance –

fig. 13

and open the lid.

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Lift the handle until you hear a “click” that it locks and take out the cooking pan
–

fig. 14

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Serve at once.

Table of cooking times

The cooking times below are only a guide and may vary according to the variety and batch of potatoes used.
We recommend using varieties such as King Edward and Maris Piper for chips and potato recipes.

Potatoes

To avoid any risk of burns
do not touch the lid or
any part other than the
cool touch area.

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UANTITY

OOKING TIME

Chips

standard thickness

13mm x 13mm

Fresh

1000 g*

1 spoonful oil

40 - 45 min

Fresh

750 g*

3/4 spoonful oil

35 - 37 min

Fresh

500 g*

1/2 spoonful oil

28 - 30 min

Fresh

250 g*

1/4 spoonful oil

24 - 26 min

Potatoes (quartered)

Fresh

1000 g*

1 spoonful oil

40 - 42 min

Frozen

750 g

None

14 - 16 min

Diced potato

Fresh

1000 g*

1 spoonful oil

40 - 42 min

Frozen

750 g

None

30 - 32 min

Chips

Frozen - suitable

for deep frying

only

750 g

Standard

13mm x 13mm

None

35-40 min

Frozen - 2 way or

3 way cook

suitable for oven

and grill (and

deep frying).

750 g

Thin

10mm x 10mm

None

30-32 min

500 g

American Style

8mm x 8mm

None

25-27 min

When you open the lid,
the appliance stops
working.

*Weight of unpeeled potatoes

YPE

UANTITY

OOKING TIME

Courgettes

Fresh, in slices

750 g

1 spoonful oil

+ 150 ml cold water

25 - 35 min

Sweet peppers

Fresh, in slices

650 g

1 spoonful oil

+ 150 ml cold water

20 - 25 min

Mushrooms

Fresh, in quarters

650 g

1 spoonful oil

12 - 15 min

Tomatoes

Fresh, in quarters

650 g

1 spoonful oil

+ 150 ml cold water

10 - 15 min

Onions

Fresh, in rings

500 g

1 spoonful oil

15 - 25 min

Other vegetables

Meat - Poultry

To add flavour to meat and poultry, mix some spices (such as paprika, curry, mixed herbs, thyme…..) with the oil.

YPE

UANTITY

OOKING TIME

Chicken nuggets

Fresh

750 g

None

18 - 20 min

Frozen

750 g

None

18 - 20 min

Frozen

12 pieces

(160 g)

None

12 - 15 min

Chicken drumsticks

Fresh

4 to 6

None

30 - 32 min

Chicken legs

Fresh

None

30 - 35 min

Chicken breasts

(boneless)

Fresh

6 (about 750 g)

None

10 - 15 min

Chinese Spring Rolls

Fresh

4 to 8 small

1 spoonful oil

10 - 12 min

Lamb chops

Fresh

(2.5 cm to 3 cm

thick)

2 to 6

None

20 - 25 min*

Pork chops

Fresh

(2.5 cm thick)

2 to 3

None

18 - 23 min*

Pork fillet

Fresh

2 to 6 thin slices

or strips

1 spoonful oil

12 - 15 min

Sausages

Fresh

4 to 8 (pricked)

None

10 - 12 min

Chilli Con Carne

Fresh

(made from

minced beef)

500 g

1 spoonful oil

30 - 40 min

Beef steak

Fresh

(rump or sirloin cut

into 1 cm thick

strips)

600 g

None

8 - 10 min

Meatballs

Fresh

12 pieces

None

18 - 20 min

Fish - Shellfish

YPE

UANTITY

OOKING TIME

Breaded scampi

Frozen

18 pieces

(280 g)

None

10 min

Monkfish

Fresh cut in pieces

500 g

1 spoonful oil

20 - 22 min

Prawns

Cooked

400 g

None

10 - 12 min

Jumbo King prawns Frozen and thawed 300 g (16 pieces)

None

12 - 14 min

*Turn halfway through cooking

Desserts

YPE

UANTITY

OOKING TIME

Bananas

Cut in slices

500 g

(5 bananas)

1 spoonful oil

+ 1 spoonful brown sugar

4 - 6 min

Wrapped in tinfoil

2 bananas

None

20 - 25 min

Cherries

Whole

Up to 1000 g

1 spoonful oil

+ 1 to 2 spoonful sugar

12 - 15 min

Strawberries

Cut in quarters if

large or halves if

small

Up to 1000 g

1 to 2 spoonful sugar

5 - 7 min

Apples

Cut in wedges

1 spoonful oil + 2 spoonful sugar

15 - 18 min

Pears

Cut in pieces

Up to 1000 g

1 to 2 spoonful sugar

8 - 12 min

Pineapple

Cut in pieces

1 to 2 spoonful sugar

8 - 12 min

Easy cleaning

Cleaning the appliance

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Leave it to cool down completely before cleaning.

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Open the lid –

fig. 1

and lift the latch to take off the lid –

fig. 2

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Lift the handle to horizontal position until you hear a “click” as it locks –

fig. 3

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Take out the cooking pan.

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Turn the cooking pan upside down and unclip the removable paddle by
squeezing the two pins –

fig. 4

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All the removable parts are dishwasher safe –

fig. 5

or can be washed with a soft

sponge and washing up liquid.

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Clean the base of the appliance using a damp cloth and washing up liquid.

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Rinse and dry parts carefully before putting them back together.

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If food gets stuck or burnt on to the pan or paddle, leave them to soak in warm
water before cleaning.

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The appliance has a non-stick cooking pan: the browning and scratches which
may appear after long term use do not present any problems and are normal.

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We guarantee that the non-stick coating complies with regulations concerning
materials in contact with foodstuffs.

Environment protection first!

Timer battery

This appliance uses a button battery – L1154.
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To change the battery remove the control panel with a small flat bladed jewellers
screw driver. Prise the control panel up by inserting the screwdriver into the gap at the
top of the panel. Remove the white battery cover and replace the battery –

fig 15

. To

protect the environment do not throw the old battery in your regular waste but take it
to a suitable collection point.

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Insert a new battery, put the battery cover back on and clip the control panel back on.
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recycled.

When you decide to replace your appliance, take out the battery and leave the
appliance at a local civic waste collection point

Never immerse the base
in water.
Do not use harsh or
abrasive cleaning
products or scourers.

To retain the non-stick
qualities of the cooking
pan for as long as
possible, do not use
metal utensils when
serving food.

ActiFry cooking hints and tips

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Do not add salt to chips while the chips are in the pan. Only add salt once the
chips are removed from the appliance at the end of cooking.

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When adding dried herbs and spices to Actifry, mix them with some oil or liquid.
If you try sprinkling them directly into the pan they will just get blown around by
the hot air system.

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Please note that strong coloured spices may slightly stain the paddle and parts
of the appliance. This is normal.

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For best results, use finely chopped garlic instead of crushed garlic to avoid it
adhering to the central paddle.

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If using onions in ActiFry recipes, they are best thinly sliced instead of chopped
as they cook better. Separate the onion rings before adding them to the pan and
give them a quick stir so that they are evenly distributed.

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With meat and poultry dishes, stop the appliance and stir the pan once or twice
during cooking so that the food on top does not dry out and the dish thickens
evenly.

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Prepare vegetables in small pieces or stir fry size to ensure they cook through.

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This appliance is not suitable for recipes with a high-liquid content (eg. soups,
cook-in sauces...).

The appliance is not working.

The appliance is not plugged in.

Check that the appliance is plugged in
correctly.

The On-Off switch is not fully pressed
down.

Press on the On/Off switch.

You have pressed down the On-Off switch
but the appliance is not working.

Close the lid.

The motor is running but the appliance
does not heat.

Contact your point of purchase.

The paddle does not turn.

Check that the paddle is correctly
positioned. If the problem continues,
contact your point of purchase.

Food is not cooking evenly.

The paddle has not been installed.

Fit the paddle.

The food has not been cut in regular size
pieces.

Cut food to the same size.

The chips have not been cut in regular
size pieces.

Cut the chips to the same size.

The paddle has been installed correctly
but it does not turn.

Check that it has been pushed down and
clicked in position. If the problem
continues, contact your point of purchase.

The chips are not crispy enough.

The wrong variety of potatoes has been
used.

Choose a variety of potato recommended
for chips.

The potatoes are insufficiently washed
and/or not completely dried.

Wash the potatoes for a long time to
remove excess starch, then drain and dry
them before cooking. They must be
completely dry.

The chips are too thick.

Cut the chips thinner. The maximum
chips dimensions are 13mm x 13 mm.

There is not enough oil for the quantity of
chips.

Increase the oil quantity (see cooking
tables p. 6 to 8).

The chips break up during the cooking.

The potatoes used are recently harvested
and hence have a high water content.

Reduce the quantity of potatoes down to
800 g and adjust the cooking time.

The food stays on the edge of the
cooking pan.

The cooking pan is too full.

Respect the maximum quantities
indicated in the cooking tables.

Cooking liquids have flowed into the base
of the appliance.

The paddle is not positioned correctly or
the seal of the paddle is defective.

Make sure that the paddle is correctly
positioned. If the problem continues,
contact your point of purchase. Do not
use ActiFry for making soups or recipes
with a high liquid content.

The timer does not work.

The battery is dead.

Change the battery (see fig. 15).

The appliance is unusually noisy.

You suspect the motor is not working
correctly.

Contact your point of purchase.

The paddle stops turning during

cooking.

The paddle is not positioned correctly.

Using an oven glove, push the paddle
downward until it clicks into place. If
this does not work, contact your point
of purchase.

ROBLEMS

AUSES

OLUTIONS

If your fryer is not working correctly

If you have any product problems or queries please contact our Customer Relations Team
Helpline:

0845 602 1454 - UK / (01) 4610390 - Ireland

or consult our website - www.tefal.co.uk

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