NF-CC500SXE - Deep fryer PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Air Fryer
Brand	Panasonic
Model	NF-CC500SXE
Capacity	5.0 L
Rated Power	1450 W
Rated Voltage	220 V ~, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (L x D x H)	265 x 360 x 328 mm
Weight	4.8 kg
Power Cord Length	1 m
Temperature Range	80 - 200 °C
Time Range	1 - 60 minutes
Preset Cooking Programs	Chicken, Toast, Seafood, Steaks, Meatballs, Vegetables, Potatoes, Pizza, Cake, Fries, Dried Fruits
+ Water Function (humidity)	Yes, can be activated/deactivated
Display Type	Digital with icons, backlit
Basket Material	Non-stick coating (fluorine)
Removable Cooking Plate	Yes
Removable Water Tank	Yes, with cap
Interior Light	Yes, turns off automatically after 1 minute
Cleaning	Basket, plate and water tank dishwasher safe; main body wipe with damp cloth
Safety	Automatic shut-off when basket is removed, overheating protection, shut-off in case of malfunction
Country of Manufacture	China
Repairability	Panasonic authorized repair center; error codes E**

Frequently Asked Questions - NF-CC500SXE PANASONIC

How to use the + Water function?

Press the + Water button to activate humidity during cooking. This function is not available for Toast, Pizza, Pie and Dried Fruits menus. After use, press and hold the button to drain the remaining water from the hose.

What to do if the screen displays an error code E**?

Unplug the power cord and wait 10 minutes before plugging it back in. If the code persists, contact a Panasonic authorized repair center indicating the two-digit code after 'E'.

Are the parts dishwasher safe?

Yes, the cooking plate, water tank and its cap can go in the dishwasher. The fryer basket and main body must be hand washed with a sponge and diluted soap.

Can I use frozen fries?

Yes, place frozen fries on the plate, select the Fries menu (20 min at 200°C) or set manually. Shake halfway through for even cooking.

How to clean the water tank?

Remove the water tank and its cap, rinse them with clean water. Check and clean at least once a month. Dry thoroughly before reinserting.

Does the fryer stop if I remove the basket?

Yes, when the basket is removed, heating stops automatically. When the basket is replaced, cooking resumes normally.

What is the cooking time for chicken drumsticks?

Select the Chicken menu (22 min at 200°C) or set manually. For chicken drumsticks, it is recommended to turn them over after 15 minutes of cooking.

Can I adjust the temperature manually?

Yes, after selecting a menu, press the temperature adjustment button and use the +/- keys to choose between 80°C and 200°C.

What to do if the fryer does not turn on?

Check that the power plug is properly inserted and that the outlet works. Make sure the basket is correctly placed. If the problem persists, unplug and try again after 10 minutes.

How to reset the fryer after overheating?

Unplug the appliance and let it cool completely. Then plug it back in. If an error code appears, follow the procedure for E** codes.

USER MANUAL NF-CC500SXE PANASONIC

All pictures in this instruction manual are in reference to the model NF-CC500SXE.

Thank you very much for purchasing Panasonic products.

● This product is for home use only. Before using the product, please read this instruction manual carefully to ensure correct and safe use of the product. ● Pay special attention to [Safety Precautions] (page 2-3). - Please keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference.

Table of contents

Safety Precautions .....2-3Operation Instructions .....4PartsMain body .....4Control panel .....5	Before use
PreparationCooking time and temperature adjustment ...5Start cooking .....6Cleaning and maintenance ....7Recipes .....8-11	Instructions
Trouble shooting.....12Error codes.....12Specification.....13	When in doubt

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Safety Precautions

Please comply!

To prevent personal injury and property damage, please be sure to observe the following safety precautions:

The following icons indicate the degree of damage that can be caused by incorrect handling.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

■ The symbols are classified and explained as follows.

This symbol indicates what cannot be done, i.e. "prohibited".

This symbol indicates what must be implemented, i.e. "the mandatory" requirements.

WARNING

• Do not use the product if the power cord or plug is damaged or if the connection between the power outlet and the power plug is loose. (To avoid causing electric shock or fire due to short circuit.) → If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service department or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
• Do not damage the power cord or power plug. The following is strictly prohibited: Damaging it, altering it, exposing it to or near high heat, forcibly bending it, twisting it, pulling on it, hanging it on a corner, placing a heavy object on it, bundling it, pinching it, or dragging the power cord. (To avoid electric shock due to damage to the power cord and power plug, or fire due to short circuit.)
• Do not insert or unplug the power plug with wet hands. Always make sure your hands are dry before handling the power plug or product. (To avoid causing electric shock or injury.)
• Do not let anyone lick the power plug. (To avoid causing electric shock or injury.) Pay special attention to infants and young children.
• Do not fill the water tank with liquids other than purified or filtered water. (To avoid clogging the internal water outlets.)
• Do not pour water over the product, wash it directly with water, or immerse it in water (not applicable to the frying basket, baking tray, water tank, and water tank cap). (To avoid causing electric shock or fire due to short circuit.) → If water gets inside the product, please contact a Panasonic Authorised Repair Centre.
• Do not alter, disassemble or repair the product by yourself. (To avoid causing fire, electric shock, or injury.) → For repairs, please contact a Panasonic Authorised Repair Centre.
• During use or just after use, do not put your face or hands near the exhaust port, and pay extra attention to children. (To avoid causing burns.)
• Do not use the product for any purposes other than those described in the instruction manual. (Otherwise it may cause fire, burns, injury or electric shock.) → Panasonic will not be held responsible for conditions resulting from improper use or failure to follow the instruction manual.
• Do not move the main body while cooking. (To avoid burns.)
• Do not splash water or other liquids on the power plug (to avoid electric shock or fire due to short circuit.)

• Be sure to use an AC power socket with a specification of 220 V-240 V / 10 A on its own. (To avoid sharing power supply with other electrical appliances and causing a fire due to overheating.)
• Be sure to use a terminal strip of at least 10 A.
• Be sure to insert the power plug firmly all the way. (To avoid causing smoke, fire or electric shock.)
• A single-phase bipolar grounded power outlet should be used for this appliance to ensure reliable grounding. If a grounding device is not installed, it may cause electrostatic induction on other metal parts such as the housing. (To avoid the risk of electric shock due to failure or electric leakage.)

WARNING

- Clean the power plug regularly. (To prevent the power plug from being poorly insulated due to the accumulation of moisture and foreign objects, which may cause a fire.) Unplug the power plug and wipe it with a dry cloth.

- This product is not suitable for use by the following persons (including children): persons with reduced physical or mental abilities, or persons lacking experience and knowledge of use, unless they are supervised or instructed by a person responsible for their safety. Please be careful not to let children play with this product.

(To avoid causing burns, injury or electric shock.)

- Be sure to keep the product out of the reach of children. (To avoid causing burns, injury or electric shock.)

- In case of abnormality or failure, please stop using it immediately and unplug the power plug. (To avoid causing smoke, fire or electric shock.) Abnormalities and examples of failure:

• The power plug and power cord are abnormally hot. - The power cord is damaged or intermittent power loss occurs after the power cord is touched. • The main body is deformed or abnormally heated. • The main body emits smoke or a burnt smell. - The main body is cracked, loosened, or making abnormal noises. - When cooking, there is no air coming from the exhaust port.

→ Please contact a Panasonic Authorised Repair Centre immediately to inquire about inspection and repair.

CAUTION

- Do not use any non-exclusive or deformed frying basket.

(To avoid causing burns or injuries due to overheating or malfunction.)

- Do not use this product in the following places.

- Near heat sources or in high humidity.

(To avoid causing electric shock or fire.)

- On an uneven surface or non-heat-resistant mat. (To avoid causing injury, burns or fire.)

- Near any walls or furniture.

(To avoid causing discolouration, deformation, and damage to the furniture due to the heat discharged from the exhaust port.)

- When moving the product, make sure that the frying basket is firmly in place. Do not carry the product at an angle.

(To prevent the frying basket from falling out and damaging it)

- Do not touch where the temperature is high during use or immediately after cooking. The main body has a high temperature. Especially the metal parts such as the exhaust port, frying basket, bottom heating plate, and protective grid. (To avoid causing burns.)

- Do not aim the exhaust port at the power plug. (To avoid deforming the plug or causing a fire due to a short circuit.)

→ When using this machine, it should be placed in an open area. If it is placed in a cabinet, please ensure that there is enough space for heat dissipation to avoid overheating and malfunctioning.

• Do not run the product with an empty basket. (To avoid malfunctioning or burns.)
• Do not connect this product to an external timer or run it with an independent remote control system. (To avoid malfunctioning or injuries.)

- Please ensure that there is more than 8 cm of space around the product. (To prevent the power cord from being too close to other objects which might damage it.)

- When unplugging the power plug, be sure to do it by pulling on the plug itself. (To avoid causing electric shock, or fire due to short circuit.)

- Always turn off and unplug the appliance when removing the basket or when not in use. (To avoid causing burns, injuries, or electric shock, leakage, or fire due to insulation aging.)

- Please wait until the main body has cooled down sufficiently before cleaning it. (To avoid causing burns.)

When a power outage occurs during use

Including when unplugging the power plug during cooking, the circuit breaker tripping, etc.:

• If it occurs during cooking and the power is on again within 10 minutes, the product will resume cooking.
• If it occurs in standby or menu mode, the product will return to being switched off after the power comes back on.

Correct Disposal of this product

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU/UK. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmentally safe recycling.

Operation Instructions

About the main body

■ Do not use the air fryer where its bottom (suction port) may be blocked. For example: on top of a carpet, plastic bag, aluminium foil, or cloth, etc. (To avoid damaging the product.)

■ Do not cover the exhaust port with cloths or other objects during use. (In case the hot air cannot be released, resulting in poor heat dissipation, deformation of the casing, or malfunction.)

■ Please clean the food residues and other foreign objects stuck to the frying basket (the walls of the basket or the baking tray) in time. (To avoid corrosion and damage to the coating of the metal parts.)

■ After the "+Water" function was in use, press and hold the "+ Water" button to perform max draining to ensure that the water in the pipe is completely drained. Then, open the water tank cap and take out the water tank. (To prevent water in the water tank outlet from leaking onto the product and the counter top.)

■ Regularly check the suction port and exhaust port on the bottom of the empty frying basket and remove dust.

(1) P7 Cleaning and maintenance)

■ Do not use on sliding surfaces such as pull-out tables. (To avoid dropping the product.)

■ Do not use the product on an induction hob. (To avoid damaging the induction hob or causing the product to operate abnormally.)

■ Do not use the product outdoors. (An unstable power supply may cause the product to malfunction.)

■ Do not use in direct sunlight. (To avoid causing discolouration.)

■ Do not fill the frying basket with water. (To prevent the frying basket from leaking.)

■ To ensure the best result, the "+ Water" mode is not set up for the Toast, Pizza, Tarts/Pies, and Dried Fruits menus. When using these menus, please be assured that it is normal that the "+ Water" button cannot be selected.

Parts - Main Body

When using the product for the first time, please clean the frying basket, baking tray and water tank. ( P7)

Parts - Control Panel

Control panel

Preparation Cooking time and temperature adjustment

Table 1

Cooking category	Default time (Minute)	Default temperature (°C)	Adjustable time (Minute)	Adjustable temperature (°C)
Chicken	22	200	1-60 80-200	0
Toast	5	200	1-60 80-200	0
Seafood	10	180	1-60 80-200	0
Steaks	10	200	1-60 80-200	0
Meatballs	10	180	1-60 80-200	0
Veggies	10	200	1-60 80-200	0
Potatoes	30	200	1-60 80-200	0
Pizza	15	170	1-60 80-200	0
Cake	20	150	1-60 80-200	0
Fries	20	180	1-60 80-200	0
Dried fruit	60	100	1-60 80-200	0

1 After power on, press ⏻ to enter standby mode. 2 Select the Menu icon.

• The selected menu flashes. 3 Press - or + to set the cooking time.

• The "min" icon lights up.
• Refer to Table 1 on P5 for the range of cooking time that can be set.
• After the temperature is set, if you want to adjust the cooking time again, please press the ⏻ first, second press ₀m₁ , finally press — or + to adjust.

4 Press , then press - or + to set the cooking temperature.

• The "°C" icon lights up.
• Refer to Table 1 on P5 for the temperature range that can be set.

5 Press to cancel or set humidity.

- By default (except in the Toast, Pizza, Tarts/Pies, and Dried Fruits menus), the “ 🔊” icon is on. If you want to cancel, please press

6 Press ⏻ to start cooking.

- The selected menu changes from flashing to a solid light.

7 Halfway through cooking, pull out the frying basket to flip the ingredients inside. Then, push the basket back in to continue cooking.

• Whether the ingredients need to be flipped depends on the type of ingredients, serving size, and cooking time.
• When the frying basket is pulled out, the machine will pause heating. When the frying basket is pushed back in place, the machine will continue working.
• The frying basket, see-through window, and baking tray in the working mode are hot. Please do not touch them to avoid burns.
• It is normal that the light will be automatically extinguished after one minute.

8 After cooking, pull out the frying basket, place it on a stable high-temperature resistant counter top, and use utensils to remove the food.

- Do not touch it directly with your hands to avoid burns.

• After the cooking is finished, the display window will show "End", the heating tube will stop heating, and the cooling fan will continue to work for 40 seconds to cool down the machine as quickly as possible.
• After cooking, the temperature of the fryer is high, so please do not place it directly on the table to avoid scalding it.
• When using the "+Water" function, please long press to drain the residual moisture in the water pipe. Then, replace the purified water or filtered water in the water tank.

Cleaning and maintenance

Attention

• Before cleaning, be sure to unplug the power plug and wait for the main body to cool.
• When cleaning, do not immerse the main body in water. Do not use lacquer thinner, gasoline, alcohol, cleaning powder, stiff brushes, etc. to clean.
• Do not put any parts other than the baking tray, water tank, and water tank cap in the dishwasher or dryer.

Casing exterior/Internal walls

- Wipe with a wrung damp cloth.

Frying basket and baking tray

• Wash with diluted dish soap and a sponge and water. Wipe any moisture off the exterior of the basket.
• Do not use the basket as a cleaning container.
• There may be discoloration or streaks on the fluorine-coated surface, but it does not affect health and use.
• There are air channel holes in the top of the frying basket. Water must not enter these air channels. Please drain the basket promptly after cleaning if any water does enter the air channels.

Water tank and water tank cap

• Take them apart and rinse. • Check it about once a

Regular inspection

month, if there is dirt, please clean it in a timely manner.

Vacuum to remove rubbish and foreign objects.

Recipes

Reminder: The recommended amount of ingredients needed, temperature, and cooking time in the recipes can be adjusted according to personal preference, the size of the ingredients and the usage of the product. Here we would like to give you some recipe ideas for each automenu on the display to start cooking.

Seasoned Chicken Drumsticks

Ingredients: Chicken drumsticks 4 piece Seasoning: Cooking wine 20 ml

Salt

1/2 tsp

Ginger powder

1 tsp

Turmeric

1 tsp

Instructions:

1. Wash the chicken drumsticks, make three slits on the front and back sides to better absorb the flavours. Mix the cooking wine and spice mix and spread it evenly on the chicken drumsticks, then cover them with cling film to marinate overnight.
2. Put the marinated chicken drumsticks on the baking tray, select the【💡】menu, set the temperature to 200°C, set the cooking time to 25 minutes. Flip the drumsticks over after 15 minutes.

Cheese and Ham Toastie

Ingredients: Ham or Bacon	2 slices of ham
Sliced bread (buttered)	3 pieces
Cheese slice	2 pieces

Instructions:

1. Put the ham and cheese on the unbuttered side of the bread slices and sandwich together.
2. Put the stacked sandwiches on the baking tray, select the 【】 menu, set the temperature to 200°C and the cooking time to 5 minutes.

Deep Fried King Prawns

Ingredients: Raw King Prawns 200 g

Ginger slices

Seasoning: Oil 1 tsp

Cooking wine 20 ml

Instructions:

1. Wash and de-vein the prawns. Add to the cooking wine and ginger slices to marinate the prawns for 10 minutes.
2. Grease the baking tray with oil and put the prawns on it. Select the 【】 menu, set the temperature to 180°C and the cooking time to 10 minutes. Flip the prawns over halfway through.

Ribeye Steak

Ingredients: Steak

1 piece

Seasoning: Oil 1 tsp

Instructions:

1. Brush a layer of oil on the baking tray, add the steak in.
2. Select the 【】 menu, set the temperature to 200°C and the cooking time to 6 to 10 minutes. Flip the steak over halfway through. * You can choose the doneness of the steak according to your personal preference.

Meatballs

Ingredients: Meatballs

200g Seasoning: Oil 1 tsp

Instructions:

1. Brush the baking tray with a little oil and place the meatballs on the baking tray.
2. Select the 【】 menu, set the temperature to 180°C and the cooking time to 15 minutes.

Aubergine with Garlic

Ingredients: Aubergine 1 piece

Garlic clove 1 (minced)

Spring onions 4

Chilli 1 (chopped)

Seasoning Soy sauce 15 ml

Oyster sauce 15 ml

Sugar 1 tsp

Oil 1 tsp

Instructions:

1. Wash and pat dry the aubergine. In a small bowl, add all the seasoning sauce ingredients except the oil.
2. Put tin foil on the baking tray and place the aubergine on the tin foil. Brush the aubergine with oil, select the 【】 menu, set the temperature to 200°C and the cooking time to 20 minutes.
3. After 20 minutes, take out the aubergine and cut it in half. Brush the sauce on the flesh sides of the aubergine. Roast for another 5 minutes according to the menu setting and temperature in Step 2. Sprinkle the aubergine with the chopped spring onion after cooking.

Baked Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients: Sweet potato 3-4 (medium size)

Instructions:

1. Wash the sweet potatoes and pat them dry with kitchen towels.
2. Put the sweet potatoes on the baking tray, select the 【】 menu, set the temperature to 200°C and the cooking time to 30 minutes. Shake the sweet potatoes occasionally during cooking. *Depending on the size of sweet potatoes, you can cut the large ones in half.

Vegetable Pizza with Mozzarella

Ingredients: Pizza dough 1x15 cm

Vegetables (green peppers, mushrooms, onions)

Shredded Mozzarella Cheese 50 g

Seasoning: Tomato sauce 1 tbs

Instructions:

1. Dice the vegetables and set them aside.
2. Brush the dough with tomato sauce, sprinkle half of the cheese on top, add the vegetables, and sprinkle the remaining half of the cheese.
3. Put the dough on the baking tray, select the 【】 function, set the temperature to 180°C and the cooking time to 12 minutes.

Cake

Ingredients: Egg tart shell 4

Egg tart filling: Egg 1 pcs, Sugar 10g, Milk 100mL

Instructions:

1. Whisk 1 egg in a bowl.
2. Add 100ml milk and 10g sugar to the bowl. Stir well until the sugar is melted.
3. Separate the egg liquid into 4 egg tart shells.
4. Put the shells on the baking tray, select the 【💡】menu, set the temperature to 180°C and the bake time to 12 minutes.

French Fries

Ingredients: Frozen French fries

250 g

Seasoning:

Tomato sauce to serve

Instructions:

1. Place the frozen french fries in the baking tray.
2. Select the 【 kWh 】 function, set the temperature to 200°C and the cooking time to 20 minutes. Give the fries a shake halfway through.
3. After cooking, serve them with tomato sauce

Dried fruit

Ingredients: Apple 1

Seasoning: Salt water (to cover)

Instructions:

1. Wash the apple (remove the core but not the skin) and slice it into 2-mm pieces. Soak them in salt water for about 10 minutes.
2. Absorb the excess moisture with kitchen towels and place the apple slices on the baking tray.
3. Select the 【】menu, set the temperature to 130°C and the cooking time to 33 minutes. After 15 minutes, spread the apple slices around and continue cooking.
4. If the apple slices are still wet and soft, set the temperature to 140°C and cook for 10-15 minutes.

Delicious Barbecue

Ingredients: Pork belly 300g

Spring Onions

Ginger slices 4 pieces

Seasoning: Soy sauce 5 ml

Dark soy sauce 5 ml

Cooking wine 5 ml

Salt 2 g

Sugar 10 g

Instructions:

1. Cut the pork belly into slices. Add the spring onions, ginger slices and seasoning. Marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Place the pork belly slices on the baking tray. Select the 【】 menu, set the temperature to 200°C and the cooking time to 12 minutes. Flip the pork belly slices over halfway through for the best results.

Troubleshooting

The following is not a malfunction, please check before requesting repairs.

Symptom	Cause	Solution
No response when connected to power	The power plug is not inserted in place	Plug it in again or find another outlet.
Cannot start	The frying basket is not inserted in place.	Pull out the frying basket and push it back in place.
The motor does not turn or there is an abnormal sound	There is foreign matter stuck to the fan blade or the suction port is blocked	After switching off the power, check whether there are any foreign objects in the suction port and the inside of the main body. If there is still a fault, please contact a Panasonic Authorised Repair Centre for repair.
The see-through window is fogging or a small amount of water is leaking from the frying basket below the see-through window.	The frying basket is not fully drained after being cleaned and there is residual moisture in the air duct	This is normal. Please use the product as usual. (If a large amount of water leaks from the bottom of the main body, please contact a Panasonic Authorised Repair Centre.)

Error codes

Check the below before commissioning repairs.

Error display	Please try
u01	Try unplugging the power plug and plugging it back in after 10 minutes.
u02	Try unplugging the power plug and plugging it back in after the main body is cooled down.

If it still does not return to normal after trying the above measures, please request repair from a Panasonic Authorised Repair Centre.

E 88	Try unplugging the power plug and plugging it back in.If “E**” still appears, it means there is a fault.→ Please consult a Panasonic Authorised Repair Centre and inform them of the error code (two digits after “E”).

Specification

Model	NF-CC500SXE
Rated voltage	220 V~
Rated frequency	50 / 60 Hz
Rated input power	1450 W
Rated capacity	5.0 L
Power cord length (approx.)	1 m
Dimensions (approx.) (W x D x H)	265 mm × 360 mm × 328 mm
Weight (approx.)	4.8 kg

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Manufacturer:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH,

Hagenauer Straße 43, Wiesbaden, Germany

Authorised Representative in the EU:

Panasonic Testing Centre,

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

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Parts - Main body

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Regular inspection

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● Housing....74 Control panel....75

Preparation

Regular inspection

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Ingredients: Pizza dough 1x15 cm

Ingredients: Apple 1

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Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

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Parts - Control panel

Control panel

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Ingredients: Eggplant 1 piece

1 clove of garlic (ground)

Spring onions 4

Chilli

1 (chopped)

Seasoning:

Soy sauce

15 ml

Oyster sauce

15 ml

Sugar

1 teaspoon

Oil

1 teaspoon

Instructions:

Ingredients: Apple 1

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