Russell Hobbs RHAF15 5.7L Brooklyn Air Fryer User Guide

Russell Hobbs RHAF15 5.7L Brooklyn Air Fryer

Safety Instructions

1.  To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse the air fryer body in water or any liquid.
2.  Do not use it in a bathroom or near any source of water. Do not use outdoors.
3. Always follow the instructions when using this appliance.
4.  Leave a clear space of at least 50mm around the air fryer when in use.
5.  Do not cover the air fryer or put anything on top of it while in use.
6.  Do not use the air fryer near or below curtains, overhead cupboards, or other combustible materials.
7.  Keep the power cord and the air fryer away from hotplates, cook-tops, and burners.
8.  Cook meat, poultry, and derivatives (mince, burgers, etc.) till the juices run clear.
9. Cook the fish till the flesh is opaque throughout.

Description

1. Air Fryer Body
2. Carry Handle
3.  Digital Touchscreen & Display
4.  Basket Handle
5.   Basket
6.   Crisping Plate

Before First Use

• Remove all packing materials. Hand-wash the removable parts.
• When using the fryer for the first time, you may notice smoke or a slight odour for the first few minutes of cooking.
• This is normal. Ensure the room is well ventilated.
• Slide the basket into the machine until it clicks into place.
• The appliance will not work unless the basket is properly inserted.
• The air fryer uses hot air and radiant heat for cooking.
• Little to no oil is required. If needed, add oil to the food as a coating; don’t pour oil into the
  basket.

Prepation

• Set the appliance on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface.
• Leave a space of at least 50mm all around the appliance.
• Have oven gloves (or a tea towel) on hand, use heat-resistant plastic tongs, and a heat-resistant mat or dinner plate to rest the basket on.

To remove the basket from the body

1.  Hold the top of the body.
2. Grip the basket handle with the other hand.
3. Slide the basket out of the body.
4. Rest the basket on a heat-resistant mat.

 To remove the crisping plate

1. Remove food from the basket using heat-resistant plastic tongs.
2.  Let the basket and crisping plate cool down.
3.  Using oven gloves, grip the crisping plate from the centre and slide up

Setting/Touch Screen

Default Cooking Times and Temperature

The Air Fryer has 7 auto cooking functions with default cooking time/temperature, and manual mode with adjustable cooking temperature/time settings.

Getting Started

• Press the button to turn on the air fryer. The display screen will show the default cooking temperature/time settings on Manual mode: 200°C and 15 minutes.
• Select your cooking mode by either:
• Selecting one of 7 auto-cooking functions, with preset cooking temperature/time, or
• Adjusting cooking time/temperature manually.
• To select an auto-cooking function, press the button repeatedly to navigate through the 7 different functions until the desired icon illuminates.
• If adjusting cooking time and temperature – whether on manual mode or on auto-cooking mode – press the or button and then.
•  To shut down the appliance, press and hold for 3 seconds.
• Once off, the button will remain illuminated, indicating the unit is still connected to the mains power outlet.

Preheat

1.  Insert the plug into a wall power outlet.
2. Adjust to the desired cooking temperature.
3. Adjust the cooking time to 5 minutes.
4. The display screen will show 05 MIN.
5.  Press to start preheating the air fryer.
6. When the timer returns to zero, the air fryer beeps 5 times and will switch off.

Cooking

1. Place the desired food into the cooking basket.
2. Do not overfill the basket, to leave space for the hot air to circulate between pieces of food.
3. Select cooking settings – via either auto-cooking mode or manual mode.
   • Select one of the 7 auto cooking functions or
4. Press to begin cooking
   • To stop the cooking cycle or reset the settings, press again.
5. Halfway through cooking, remove the basket, shake it, and/or turn the food over, then place the basket back into the body to resume the cooking cycle.
6. This ensures the food is evenly cooked and crispy all over.
7. Once the cooking time has elapsed, the timer will beep 5 times, and the unit will switch off.
8. Slide the basket out of the body and check that the food is cooked.
9. Place the basket on an insulated mat.
10. To remove food from the basket, we recommend using tongs.
11. We do not recommend tipping the basket upside down, as oil residue will drip out.
12. Unplug the appliance once all cooking is complete.

Care & Maintainance

This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.

• Before cleaning any part, be sure the air fryer is off, unplugged, and cool.
• It is important that you clean the entire appliance after each use to prevent the accumulation of grease and to avoid unpleasant odours.
•  If the appliance isn’t cleaned thoroughly, it may produce smoke from the oil residue.

Basket & Crisping Plate

1.  Once the air-fryer has cooled, grasp the basket handle and remove the basket from the air-fryer body for cleaning.
2. Roughly wipe the interior of the body to remove any crumbs or residue, but NOT the heating elements at the top.
3. Remove the crisping plate from the basket.
4. Dispose of food residue and oils, and wipe both the crisping plate and basket with a damp cloth before hand washing them in warm to hot soapy water.
5. Dry thoroughly before placing back in the air fryer body.

Exterior Surfaces

Clean the exterior with a damp cloth or sponge. Dry thoroughly.

COOKING TIMES & FOOD SAFETY

• Cook meat, poultry, and derivatives (mince, burgers, etc.) until the juices run clear.
• Cook the fish till the flesh is opaque throughout.
•  When cooking pre-packed foods, refer to the packaging instructions.

Warranty Information

(Applies only in the United States and Canada) For service, repair, or any questions regarding your appliance, please call our Customer Service. Please DO NOT return the product to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail the product back to the manufacturer, nor bring it to a service centre.

What does it cover?

Any defect in material or workmanship provided; however, the liability of Spectrum Brands, Inc. will not exceed the purchase price of the product.

How long is the warranty valid?

• In the United States: Two years from the date of original purchase with proof of such purchase.
• In Canada: Two years from the date of original purchase with proof of such purchase.

What will we do to help you?

• Provide you with a reasonably similar replacement product that is either new or factory refurbished.

How do you get service?

• Save your receipt as proof of the date of sale.

What does your warranty not cover?

• Damage from commercial use
• Damage from misuse, abuse, or neglect
• Shipping and handling costs associated with the replacement of the unit
• Consequential or incidental damages (Please note, however, that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.)

How does state law relate to this warranty?

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights.
• You may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

Customer Service

• Website: www.prodprotect.com/russellhobbs
• Tel: 1-800-947-3744

FAQs

Q: What is the capacity of the RHAF15 Brooklyn Air Fryer?

With its 5.7-litre cooking capacity, the Russell Hobbs RHAF15 is ideal for households with three to five members. Depending on the recipe, it can hold about 1 kg of fries, 6–8 chicken wings, or a medium roast.

Q: Do I need to preheat the Russell Hobbs RHAF15?

Preheating for three to five minutes is not always required, but it helps food cook more uniformly and get a crispier texture, especially when it comes to frozen meals like fries, nuggets, or pastries.

Q: How much oil should I use in the air fryer?

While most recipes don’t call for oil at all, use a brush or spray to gently coat food with 1-2 tablespoons of oil for added crispiness. Aerosol cooking sprays can harm the basket’s non-stick coating, so avoid using them directly on it.

Q: Can I cook frozen food in the Russell Hobbs Brooklyn Air Fryer?

Indeed! Both fresh and frozen dishes can be prepared using the RHAF15. Add a few more minutes to the cooking time; there’s no need to defrost frozen foods. Refer to the preset guide, if one is available.

Q: What temperature range does the air fryer support?

You can precisely cook anything from delicate pastries to substantial meats with the RHAF15’s adjustable temperature range of 80°C to 200°C.

Q: Can I use baking paper or foil inside the air fryer?

Yes, but only if food is used to appropriately weigh it down. Paper or foil that is loose may blow around and come into contact with the heating element. Performance is impacted; therefore, always make sure airflow is not obstructed.

Q: How do I stop food from sticking to the basket?

Before cooking, make sure the basket is dry and clean. You can use parchment liners made for air fryers or give it a quick oiling. Steer clear of metal utensils since they may cause scratches on the non-stick surface.