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USER MANUAL ActiFry Mini FZ2000 TEFAL

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Welcome to the world of ACTIERY mini

Make real tasty chips just how you like them...

Your chips are crisp yet soft on the inside thanks to the patented technologies: the stirring paddle that gently distributes the oil and the pulsed hot air. Select your ingredients, oil, spices, herbs and flavourings... EN ACTIERY MINI will take care of the rest.

Only 3% * fat: 1 spoonful of oil is enough!

One spoonful of the oil of your choice allows you to make 600g of authentic chips. The graduated spoon that comes with the appliance allows you to use just the amount you need.

• 600 g of chips prepared and cut from fresh potatoes, to a thickness 10 x 10 mm, cooked until -55% of weig loss with 8.5 ml of oil.

Chips and so much more!

ACTIERY mini allows you to cook a wide variety of recipes.
- In addition to chips and potatoes, you can vary your meals with crispy stir-fried vegetables, tender and tasty, thinly sliced meat, succulent prawns, fruit, etc.
- alcoaks frozen food very easily as a good alternative to fresh produce.

Even more recipes are available on our website: www.tefal.com and on the "My ActiFry" mobile App (free download).

For the best results with your ACTIERY mini we advise following our recommendations on the type of potatoes and oil to use.

Which variety should I use?

As a general rule, we suggest that you use 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^ ), away from the light

How should I prepare potatoes for AETIERY mini?

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 other wise 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 and length according to your taste:

Thickness: American style: 8 × 8mm / Thin: 10 × 10mm / Standard: 13 × 13mm

Length: Up to approx 9cm.

In Actifry the maximum recommended chip thickness is 13mm× 13mm and a length of up to 9cm.

What type of oil can I use?

You can use a wide variety of oils iACTIERY mini

• 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)

Important recommendations

Safety instructions

• Read these instructions for use carefully before using your appliance for the first time and keep them to hand for future reference.
• This appliance is not intended to function using an external time-switch or a separate remote control system.
• This appliance is not intended to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been given instructions beforehand 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.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be carried out by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.
• Children should not be allowed to play with the appliance.
• Keep the appliance and its cord out of the reach of children less than 8 years.
• This appliance is designed for indoor domestic household use only. In case of professional use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply.

• It is not intended to be used in the following cases, which are not covered by the guarantee.

• In kitchens reserved for staff use in shops, offices and other professional environments;

• On farms;
• By hotel or motel clients, or in other residential premises;

• In bed and breakfast accommodation and other similar environments.

• To ensure safety, if the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by either the manufacturer or its approved service centre to avoid any danger. Never take the appliance apart yourself.

• For models with detachable power cords, only use original parts supplied by the manufacturer.
• Do not use the appliance if it or the power cord is damaged or if it has fallen and has visible damage or appears to be working abnormally. If this occurs the appliance must be sent to an Approved Service Centre.
• Any intervention other than normal cleaning and maintenance by the customer must be performed by an Approved Service Centre.
• certain parts of the appliance can become hot when it is operating, which could cause burns. Do not touch the hot surfaces of the appliance (the lid, visible metal parts, etc.).
• Please refer to the instructions booklet before cleaning or servicing your appliance.
• Never place or use the appliance below or close to easily inflammable objects (e.g. curtains, etc.).
• Never place or use the appliance on or close to a cooking hob or other sources of heat.

• For your safety, this appliance meets applicable standards and regulations (Directives on Low Voltage, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Materials in contact with food articles, Environment, etc.).

• This appliance is designed to function on AC current only. Before using it for the first time, check that your mains supply voltage matches that indicated on the appliance data plate.

• Any connection error will invalidate your guarantee.
• Always plug the appliance into a dedicated socket outlet with an earth connection. Do not use a socket adaptor or connect any other appliance into the same socket simultaneously, to avoid electrical overloading and risk of fire.
• 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.
• Do not use an extension lead. If you accept liability for doing so, only use an extension lead which is in good condition, has a plug with an earth connection and is suited to the power rating of the appliance.
• Take all necessary precautions to prevent anyone tripping over an extension cord.
• Unwind the power cord fully before use.
• The appliance must be placed and used on a flat, stable, heat-resistant work surface, away from water splashes.
• Do not let the power cord hang where children may reach it.
• The power cord must never be close to or in contact with hot parts of the appliance, close to sources of heat or resting on sharp edges.
• Never disconnect the plug by pulling on the power cord.
• Switch off and disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in use, when moving or cleaning it.

• Never immerse the appliance or its power cord in water or any other liquid.
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• If parts of the appliance should catch fire, never try to extinguish flames with water. Disconnect the appliance and smother the flames with a damp cloth.

• Never place or use the appliance close to a wall or below a wall cupboard.
• Never leave the appliance unattended whilst connected to the power supply, even if for a few moments, especially where children are present.
• Never move the appliance as long as it is hot.
• Allow the appliance to cool down completely before you clean and store it.
• Never operate the appliance when empty.
• Before first use remove all packaging materials, stickers and accessories from inside and outside of the appliance.
• For your own safety, use only accessories and spare parts designed for your appliance and sold in an approved service centre.

Protect the environment

• Your appliance has been designed to run for many years. However, when you decide to replace it, remember to think about how you can contribute to protecting the environment.
• Before discarding your appliance you should remove the battery from the timer and dispose of it at a local civic waste collection centre (according to model).
• The Approved Service Centres will take back any old appliances you may have so that they can be disposed of in accordance with environmental regulations.

Environment protection first!

① Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

Important recommendations

Cooking

• Never operate your appliance when empty.
• Never overload the cooking pan comply with the recommended quantities.
• Your appliance is fitted with a turn-over ring. This ring is designed particularly for cooking chips but we also recommend you use it when making recipes with the maximum quantity of food. It must be removed for recipes using liquid.
• Always respect the maximum quantities of ingredients and liquids indicated in the instruction manual and recipe book.

Description

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1. Lid with steam free viewing window
2. Lid locks (x2)
3. 8.5ml measuring spoon
4. Paddle release button
5. Maximum capacity for food/liquids and chips
6. Removable mixing paddle
7. Removable cooking pan
8. Handle release
9. Pan handle
10. Turn-over ring

11. Body

12. Removable filter

13. Bowl ventilation output grid
14. Lid opening button
15. LCD screen
16. On/off button
17. "+" button to adjust cooking time
18. "-" button to adjust cooking time
19. Power cord

Instructions for use

Before using for the first time

• On unpacking, make sure you remove the measuring spoon from the packaging.
• Open the lid by pressing on one of the opening control buttons - fig.1 and press the buttons to remove the lid - fig.2.
• Remove the paddle by pushing the release button - fig.3.
• Remove the ring by raising the clips - fig.4.
• Lift the pan handle until you hear a "CLICK" as it locks, in order to remove the pan-fig.5.
• Remove the removable filterfig.6.
• All the removable parts are dishwasher safe fig.7 or can be cleaned using a non abrasive sponge and some washing up liquid.
• Clean the body of the appliance with a damp sponge and a little washing up liquid.
• Dry carefully before putting everything back in place.
• To refit the paddle push it down until you hear the "CLICFig.8.
• When using for the first time, the appliance may give off a harmless odour. This has no impact on the use of the appliance and will soon disappear.

Remove all stickers and packaging.

Never immerse the base in water.

To obtain the best performance with your ActiFry Mini, for the first use we recommend using your appliance for at least 30 minutes with 500ml of cold water added to the pan. Discard the water, dry the pan and your ActiFry Mini is ready for use.

Preparing the food

For all recipes, never exceed the maximum level indicated on the removable paddle - fig.9. Never leave the measuring spoon in the cooking pan.

• Open the lid - fig.1.
• Place the food in the cooking pan and always observe the maximum amounts (see cooking table 33 - 34) and keep to the recipe instructions - fig.9.
• Using the spoon add the oil to the food distributing it evenly (see cooking tables and recipes for quantitiesfig. 10 (1 spoonful = 8.5 ml)
• Unlock the handle and push it right back into its housinfig.11.
• Close the lid.

Cooking

• For recipes with liquids (eg goulash, curries...) the combined food ingredients and liquid must never exceed the maximum level indicated on the removable paddle.
• Never turn on the appliance if the cooking pan is empty.
• Do not overfill the cooking pan, never exceed the maximum quantities of ingredients/liquids indicated in the recipes and cooking tables. Also never exceed the maximum food level mark on the paddle- fig. 9.

Starting the cooking

• Plug the appliance into an electrical socket outlet with an earth connection.
• The appliance emits beeps and the screen displays 00 - fig.12.
• Set the cooking time using the + and - buttons (see cooking table p. 33 to p. 34) - fig.13
• Press the button fig.14, and cooking starts thanks to the hot air circulation inside the cooking enclosure. The paddle slowly rotates.
• The time selected counts down minute by min when the time is below one minute the display counts down in seconds.
• The time can be changed at any time during cooking by using the + and - buttons - fig 13.
• The appliance can be paused. Simply press the button - fig.14, then press this button once more to start cooking again.
• When you open the lid the appliance stops cooking. To start cooking again, close the lid and press button - fig.14.

You can run through the minutes more quickly by pressing and holding down the or buttons.

Remove the food

NOTE: The timer signals the end of the cooking but does not switch off the appliance.

If you leave the appliance plugged in, it automatically switches to standby mode after 3 minutes (in this mode, the electricity consumption of the appliance is reduced to a minimum).

• At the end of the cooking time the timer beeps and the screen displays 00: the appliance automatically stops cooking your preparation. You can stop the beeping signal by pressing button.
• Open the lid - fig.1.
• Lift the handle until it "CLICKS" to remove the pan and the food.
• Unplug the appliance.

Cooking times

The cooking times are given as an approximate guide and may vary depending on the seasonality of the food, its size, the quantities used and individual tastes, as well as the voltage of the mains system. The amount of oil indicated may be increased depending on your taste and needs. If you want crisper chips, you can add a few extra minutes to the cooking. Freshly harvested potatoes and different batches of potatoes may require a longer cooking time to obtain a crisp more golden brown result.

Potatoes

	TYPE	QUANTITY	OIL	COOKING TIME*
CHIPS 8 mm x 8 mm	Fresh	600 g 1 spoon of oil 20 - 24 min.
		500 g 1 spoon of oil 18 - 21 min.
		300 g 1/2 spoon of oil 17 - 19 min.
CHIPS 10 mm x 10 mm	Fresh 600 g 1 spoon of oil 22 - 26 min.
	Fresh 500 g 1 spoon of oil 19 - 22 min.
	Fresh 300 g 1/2 spoon of oil 18 - 20 min.
FROZEN CHIPS* Straight Cut 13 x 13 mm	Frozen	600 g	without oil	20 - 24 min.
FROZEN POTATO WEDGES*	Frozen	600 g	without oil	18 - 20 min.

• For best results in the Actifry we recommend using frozen chips or frozen potato wedges without any wheat flour batter coating as they tend to give less crisp results and the batter may fall off during cooking (check the ingredient list on the packet for details).

Other vegetables

TYPE	QUANTITY	OIL	COOKING TIME
Courgettes	Fresh, in slices	450 g	1 spoonful of oil + 50 ml cold water
Peppers Fresh, in slices	400 g 1 spoonful of oil	25 - 28 min.

Meats - Poultry

TYPE		QUANTITY	OIL	COOKING TIME
Chicken nuggets	Fresh	450 g	without oil	8 - 11 min.
	Frozen	450 g	without oil 1	2 - 24 min.
Chicken drumsticks	Fresh 4	without	oil 18 - 20 min.
Mini chicken breast fillets (boneless & skinless)*	Fresh	8 (about 45 g each)	2 ml of oil	18 - 20 min.
Meatballs	Frozen	300 g	without oil	17 - 20 min.

• We recommend cooking mini fillets or cutting chicken breast fillets into chunks or slices to ensure even cooking.

TYPE		QUANTITY		OIL	COOKING TIME
Jumbo King Prawns (uncooked)	Frozen and thawed	225 g (thawed weight)	without oil 11	-	13 min.

Desserts

TYPE		QUANTITY	OIL	COOKING TIME
Bananas In slices	3		1 spoonful of oil + 2 spoonful brown sugar	8 - 10 min.
Apples Cut in wedges	2		1 spoonful of oil + 2 spoonfuls sugar	8 - 10 min.

Frozen preparations

TYPE QUANTITY OIL COOKING TIME
Sautéed vegetables*	Frozen 450 g - 16 - 18 min.
Sautéed potatoes with cheese*	Frozen 450 g - 15 - 17 min.

• These preparations are not available in all countries.

ActiFry cooking hints and tips

• 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.
• 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.
• Please note that strong coloured spices may slightly stain the paddle and parts of the appliance. This is normal.
• For best results, use finely chopped garlic instead of crushed garlic to avoid it adhering to the central paddle.
• 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.
• 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 heats evenly.
• Prepare vegetables in small pieces or stir fry size to ensure they cook through.
• This appliance is not suitable for recipes where the combined food and liquid content exceed the maximum level indicated on the removable paddle (eg. goulash, curries ...).

Easy to clean

Cleaning the appliance

• Leave it to cool down completely before cleaning.
• Open the lid by pressing on one of the opening control buttons - fig.1 and press the buttons to remove the lid - fig.2.
• Remove the paddle by pushing the release button - fig.3.
• Remove the ring by raising the clips - fig.4.
• Lift the pan handle until you hear a "CLICK" as it locks, in order to remove in water. The pan- fig.5.
• Remove the detachable filter and clean after each using 6.
• All the removable parts are dishwasher safe fig.7 or can be cleaned using a non abrasive sponge and some washing up liquid.
• Clean the body of the appliance with a damp sponge and a little washing up liquid.
• Dry carefully before putting everything back in place.
• We guarantee that the removable pan COMPLIES WITH REGULATIONS with regards to materials in contact with food.
• The ceramic pan is highly resistant, durable and scratch resistant.
• It is important to clean the bowl ventilation output grid to avoid food deposits remaining on it. Do not use utensils to remove food from this grid. Simply unclip it - fig.15 and wash it (in the dishwasher or with a damp sponge and washing-up liquid). Take care not to drop anything into the outlet when the grid is removed.
• If food gets stuck or burnt onto the pan or paddle, leave them to soak in warm water before cleaning.

We do not recommend the use of any detergent other than washing-up liquid.

Never immerse the base in water.

The removable filter must be cleaned after each use.

Do not use metal utensils in the pan or when serving food from the pan.

A few tips in case of problems…

PROBLEMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS
The appliance does not work.	The appliance is not plugged in properly.	Make sure the appliance is properly plugged in a mains power socket
	You have not yet pressed button	Press button.
	You have pressed button but the appliance does not operate.	Close the lid.
	The appliance is not heating. Call	the customer Helpline below.
	The paddle does not turn.	Check that it is inserted in the correct position, otherwise call the customer Helpline below.
The paddle does not stay in place.	The paddle is not locked.	Reposition the paddle until you hear it "CLICK" fig.8.
The food has not been cooked uniformly.	You have not used the paddle. Put it in position.
	The food has not been cut uniformly.	Cut the food all to the same size.
	The chips have not been cut uniformly.	Cut the chips all to the same size.
	The paddle has been fitted correctly but is not turning.	Call the customer Helpline below.
The chips are not crunchy enough.	You are not using a potato variety that is recommended for chips.	Choose a potato variety that is recommended for chips such as Maris Piper or King Edwards.
	The potatoes are insufficiently washed and/or not completely dried.	Wash potatoes for a long time to remove the starch, drain and dry very thoroughly before cooking. They must be completely dry.
	The chips are too thick.	Cut them more thinly. The maximum chip dimensions are 13 mm x 13 mm.
	There is not enough oil.	Increase the amount of oil (see cooking table on p. 33 to 34).
	The filter is clogged. Clean the filter.
The chips break during cooking.	The quantity is too large.	Reduce the amount of potatoes and adjust the cooking time.
The food stays on the edge of the pan.	The pan has too much food.	Comply with the maximum quantities shown on the cooking table. Put the turn-over ring in place. Reduce the amount of food.
	Max level exceeded. Reduce the quantities.

PROBLEMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS

Cooking fluids have leaked into the base of the appliance.	Faulty pan or paddle.	Check that the paddle is correctly positioned, otherwise call the customer Helpline below.
	The max level has been exceeded	Observe the max level. Do not use ActiFry for making recipes with a hi liquid content.
The LCD screen does not work.	The appliance is not plugged in. Plug the appliance in.
	The lid is open. Close the lid.
The LCD displays shows "Er" (error).	The appliance is not functioning correctly.	Unplug the appliance, wait for 10 seconds, plu the appliance in again and press button. If the LCD screen still shows Er, see the table of error codes p. 37.
The appliance is abnormally noisy	You suspect there is a problem in the way the appliance motor is working.	Call the customer Helpline below.

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If you have any product problems or queries call our Customer Relations Team first for expert help and advice: Helpline: 0845 602 1454 - UK

[phone] - ROI

or contact us via our web site: www.tefal.co.uk

Table of error codes: Er.

Er. 1 or 2 The fan is not working. Check that all removable parts are fitted and correctly positioned (bowl ventilation output grid and removable filter, pan, lid). Check that there are no foreign bodies in all of these removable parts. After checking that there are no foreign bodies in the ventilation outlets, if the fault persists, call the customer Helpline.
Er. 3 This error may appear if the appliance has been stored for a long time at too low a temperature.	Leave the appliance at an ambient temperature of more than 15°C for one hour before starting it up again. If the fault persists, call the customer Helpline.
Er. 4 Your appliance has a fault in the temperature sensor.	Call the customer Helpline below.
Er. 5 The voltage of your domestic network is too low. Cooking performance may be altered.	Contact your electricity supplier.
Er. 6 The voltage of your domestic network is too high; for safety reasons your appliance should be protected against the risks of overheating.	Contact your electricity supplier.

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