Midea MF-CN35C2 - User Manual

This document is an instruction manual for the Midea MF-CN35C2 Air Fryer, providing essential information for its safe and effective operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Function Description

The Midea MF-CN35C2 is an air fryer designed for household use, enabling users to fry, bake, and dehydrate various foods with hot air. It offers a healthier alternative to traditional deep frying by using significantly less oil. The appliance features a control panel with default menus for common food items like French fries, chicken wings, steak, shrimp, fish, cupcake, and defrosting, as well as a dehydration function. Users can also set custom temperatures and times for DIY cooking. The air fryer is equipped with a heating assembly, a fried basket, and a fried barrel, which work together to circulate hot air around the food for even cooking.

Important Technical Specifications

Model: MF-CN35C2
Voltage: 220-240V~
Frequency: 50/60Hz
Power: 1500W
Temperature Range (Default Menus): 70°C (Dehydrate) to 200°C (Steak)
Time Range (Default Menus): 6 minutes (Defrost) to 4 hours (Dehydrate)
Safety Features: Automatic power-off memory function (10 minutes), warning for hot steam, and a high-temperature symbol to indicate hot surfaces.
Material: The silicone on the fried basket is made of high-temperature resistant food-grade material.

Usage Features

The air fryer is designed for ease of use with a clear control panel.

Initial Setup: Before first use, the appliance should be placed on a stable, flat table with sufficient space for air circulation and away from flammable items. The fried basket and barrel should be cleaned, and the product should be dry-fried at the highest temperature for 10 minutes to eliminate any initial odors or white smoke, which is normal.
Preheating: The appliance can be preheated for 3-5 minutes after the barrel is inserted and before adding ingredients, which is recommended for better cooking results. The display will show "ON" during preheating and "ADD" when preheating is complete.
Cooking Process:
- Users select a function from the default menus using the menu button, and the digital screen will show the preset temperature.
- The "Temp/time rise" and "Temp/time drop" keys allow for adjustment of temperature and time.
- The "Time/temperature toggle keys" switch between adjusting time and temperature.
- The "Start/Stop button" initiates cooking and can be pressed and held to enter energy-saving mode.
- Ingredients are placed in the fried basket, which is then inserted into the fried barrel and pushed into the appliance.
- During cooking, hot gases are emitted from the air outlet window and the upper part of the barrel, so caution is advised to avoid burns.
- Mid-cycle, typically at half the set time, the appliance will beep three times, and the display will show "OPEN," indicating that the barrel can be removed to turn over the food for even cooking.
- The appliance has a 10-minute power-off memory function, meaning if the barrel is removed, the heating will resume from where it left off once the barrel is pushed back in.
- Upon completion, the appliance beeps, and the barrel should be pulled out and placed on a flat table. Auxiliary tools (chopsticks, clips) should be used to remove cooked food to avoid burns from hot steam.
Safety Precautions:
- Never immerse the housing, electrical components, or heating elements in water.
- Do not let water or other liquids enter the appliance to prevent electric shock.
- Always place ingredients in the basket to prevent contact with heating elements.
- Do not cover air inlet and outlet openings during operation.
- Never fill the pan with oil to avoid fire hazards.
- Avoid touching the inside of the appliance while it is operating.
- Keep the mains cord away from hot surfaces.
- Do not connect to external timer switches or separate remote-control systems.
- Unplug immediately if dark smoke appears and wait for it to stop before removing the pan.
- The button for the fried basket should only be pressed when the bucket is placed on a horizontal table; pressing it while suspended will cause the barrel to fall.

Maintenance Features

Proper cleaning and maintenance are crucial for the longevity and safe operation of the Midea Air Fryer.

Cleaning Frequency: The fried basket and fried barrel should be cleaned promptly after each use to prevent food residue oil from eroding the coating.
Cleaning Procedure:
- Turn off and unplug the appliance before cleaning, maintenance, or relocation.
- Allow the air fryer to cool completely before moving or cleaning.
- Use neutral detergent and clean water to clean the frying pans and drums.
- Use a soft, clean cloth to wipe the air fryer. Avoid using an over-wet cloth to prevent water from entering the appliance, which could cause a short circuit or fire.
- Do not use strong abrasive cleaners, wire balls, blades, or other hard/sharp items, as these can damage the machine and scratch the coating of the fried basket and barrel.
- Do not use a dishwasher or other cleaning equipment not specified for the air fryer, as this may cause damage.
Storage: Retain the manual for future reference.
Troubleshooting: The manual provides a table of common problems, their causes, and elimination methods (e.g., no power supply, undercooked/burnt food, smoke, peculiar smell, error codes E1/E2). If issues persist after following the troubleshooting steps, users are advised to contact Midea's service department and are strictly prohibited from disassembling the machine themselves.

Warranty Information

The Midea appliance comes with a 12-month manufacturer's warranty from the purchase date, covering material or component defects from the manufacturing process. The warranty is valid within the United Kingdom only. It does not cover commercial use, damage from improper handling, operation, installation, storage, connection, or external factors. The warranty claim requires submission of the product and purchase receipt.