FD400 Series OWNER’S GUIDE FOODI™ DELUXE TENDERCRISP™ PRESSURE COOKER ninjakitchen.
THANK YOU for purchasing the Ninja® Foodi™ Deluxe TenderCrisp™ Pressure Cooker CONTENTS Important Safeguards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Parts & Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using the Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Cooking Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Read and review instructions for operation and use. Take care to avoid contacts with hot surface. Always use hand protection to avoid burns. For indoor and household use only. Read all instructions before using your Ninja® FoodiTM Deluxe TendercrispTM Pressure Cooker.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE 31 Socket voltages can vary, affecting the performance of your product. To prevent possible illness, use a thermometer to check that your food is cooked to the temperatures recommended. 37 C aution should be used when searing meats and sautéing in hot oil. Keep hands and face away from the removable cooking pot, especially when adding new ingredients, as hot oil may splatter.
PARTS A Deluxe Layer ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS A B Deluxe Reversible Rack DELUXE REVERSIBLE RACK C Cook & Crisp TM Basket D Detachable Diffuser E 8-Quart Removable Cooking Pot F Crisping Lid G Heat Shield J K B Cooker Base J Pressure Lid L C H Control Panel I ENGLISH PARTS & ACCESSORIES 1 Place the reversible rack in the pot in the lower position. 2 Drop deluxe layer through reversible rack handles.
BEFORE FIRST USE 1 TEMP HH:MM NOTE: Control panel may differ per model. COOKING FUNCTIONS OPERATING BUTTONS PRESSURE: Cook food quickly while maintaining tenderness. FUNCTION: Press FUNCTION, then turn the START/STOP dial to choose a cooking function. STEAM: Gently cook delicate foods at a high temperature. SLOW COOK: Cook your food at a lower temperature for a longer period of time. YOGURT: Pasteurize and ferment milk for creamy homemade yogurt.
USING YOUR FOODI™ DELUXE TENDERCRISP™ PRESSURE COOKER SWAP THE TOP The two lids allow you to seamlessly transition between all your favorite cooking methods. Use the pressure lid to tenderize, then use the crisping lid to crisp up your food. USING THE CRISPING LID 3 Press FUNCTION, then turn the START/STOP dial to select AIR CRISP. The default temperature setting will display. Press TEMP, then turn the dial to choose a temperature between 300°F and 400°F.
USING YOUR FOODI™ DELUXE TENDERCRISP™ PRESSURE COOKER – CONT. Bake/Roast 1 Add ingredients and any accessories to the pot. Close the lid. 2 Press FUNCTION, then turn the START/STOP dial to select BAKE/ROAST. The default temperature setting will display. Press TEMP, then turn the dial to select a temperature between 250°F and 400°F. 4 When cook time is complete, the unit will beep and display DONE.
USING YOUR FOODI™ DELUXE TENDERCRISP™ PRESSURE COOKER – CONT. INSTALLING & REMOVING THE PRESSURE LID WATER TEST: GETTING STARTED PRESSURE COOKING 1 Place the pressure lid on top of the unit with the on the lid and the on the base lined up evenly. Turn the lid clockwise until it locks in place. It is recommended that first-time users do the water test to familiarize themselves with Pressure Cooking. 4 Press FUNCTION, then turn the START/STOP dial to select PRESSURE.
USING YOUR FOODI™ DELUXE TENDERCRISP™ PRESSURE COOKER – CONT. USING THE COOKING FUNCTIONS WITH THE PRESSURE LID To turn on the unit, plug the power cord into a wall outlet, then press the . 4 P ress TIME, then turn the dial to adjust the cook time in minute increments up to 1 hour, and then 5-minute increments from 1 hour to 4 hours. Pressure Cook 1 Place ingredients and at least 1 cup of liquid in the pot, as well as any neccessary accessory. DO NOT fill the pot past the PRESSURE MAX line.
USING YOUR FOODI™ DELUXE TENDERCRISP™ PRESSURE COOKER – CONT. Slow Cook 1 Add ingredients to the pot. DO NOT fill the pot past the MAX line. 2 Install the pressure lid and turn the pressure release valve to the VENT position. 3 Press FUNCTION, then turn the START/STOP dial to select SLOW COOK. The default temperature setting will display. Press TEMP, then turn the dial to select HI or LO. Yogurt 1 Add desired amount of milk to the pot.
ACCESSORIES FOR PURCHASE CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Ninja offers a variety of accessories custom made for your Ninja® Foodi™ Deluxe TenderCrisp™ Pressure Cooker. Visit ninjaaccessories.com to expand your capabilities and take your cooking to the next level. Cleaning: Dishwasher & Hand-Washing Multi-Purpose Pan Dehydrating Rack • With this pan, you can create bubbly casseroles, dips, and sweet and savory pies, or bake a fluffy, moist cake with a golden top for dessert. • Dimensions: 8.75" D x 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Why is my unit taking so long to come to pressure? How long does it take to come to pressure? • Cooking times may vary based on the selected temperature, current temperature of the cooking pot, and temperature or quantity of the ingredients. • Check to make sure your silicone ring is fully seated and flush against the lid. If installed correctly, you should be able to tug lightly on the ring to rotate it.
HELPFUL TIPS ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY 1 For consistent browning, make sure ingredients are arranged in an even layer on the bottom of the cooking pot with no overlapping. If ingredients are overlapping, make sure to shake half way through the set cook time. 2 For smaller ingredients that could fall through the deluxe reversible rack, we recommend first wrapping them in a parchment paper or foil pouch.
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