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Overview1. Q: What is the difference between the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L and a normal air fryer?A: For your reference, here are some differences between the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L and a normal air fryer as follows:1. More abundant use scenarios: The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L offers a variety of exclusive modes including yogurt mode, dried fruit mode, and defrost mode;2. Time and temperature range: Normal Air Fryer time range is 1-30 minutes and temperature range is 80-200°C. The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L time range is up to 24 hours and temperature range is 40-220°C;3. Different display and operation modes: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L adopts an LCD display and knob dual-mode operation. The normal air fryer generally comes in two types: the purely mechanical model with simple knobs and the touch-controlled model with a pure LCD screen. The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L integrates both display and operation into a single knob, featuring intelligent menu interfaces and the ability to display custom recipes. Its design embodies a minimalist style;4. Custom recipes: The Wi-Fi mobile interface and recipes of the normal Air Fryer are fixed and the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L can be customized interface and recipes, as well as with Google voice control;Note:Customized recipes can be set in the APP. You can also add the official cloud recipes function provided on APP to this device, or customize the recipe function on APP and add it to this device.5. Support reservation function: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L has 24-hour scheduling function and an ordinary air fryer does not have reservation function;6. Rich accessories: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is equipped with a frying basket and grill, while ordinary air fryers only have a frying basket;7. Visual Design: Visual window design allows for clear viewing of the cooking status.               2. Q: What are the selling points of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: For your reference, here are the major selling points of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L:1. The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L features a 40-220°C ultra-versatile temperature range with a dual-speed fan, enabling high-temperature frying, roasting, and grilling, as well as low-temperature thawing, dehydrating various fruits and vegetables, and making meat jerky. Additionally, it can maintain a constant temperature for fermentation. It combines multiple household appliance functions such as a yogurt maker, fruit dryer, and oven into one;2. The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L supports smart control via its app, offering over 100 cloud recipes to transform novices into culinary experts in no time. Experts can customize recipes and save them for convenient future use. It also supports Google Assistant voice control;3. It supports 24 hours long reservation mode. You can reserve at night and eat the delicious food in the next morning;4. The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L comes with an LCD interactive screen, which can clearly display the functional menu and allows for customizing dish names;5. It has a food-grade non-stick coating interior that is wear-resistant and easy to clean with just one rinse;6. The cooking visual window allows for clear viewing of the cooking process without the need for hands-on intervention.3. Q: What are the advantages of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: For your reference, here are the advantages of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L:1. The temperature control range is broader, with a low-temperature range of 40-80°C and it has a longer timer, enabling a wider variety of dishes to be prepared, including thawing, yogurt-making, and drying fruits;2. It supports the smartphone app and works with Google Assistant for voice control, offering over 100 cloud recipes to turn beginners into experts instantly. Experts can customize and save recipes for convenient operation next time;3. The LCD interactive screen provides clearer functions and can also display DIY recipes;4. The non-stick coating inner pot is wear-resistant and easy to clean with just one rinse;5. When used with the grill, it can accommodate more food with the same capacity.4. Q: What are the differences between the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L and the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 6.5L?A: For your reference, the differences between the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L and the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 6.5L are mainly as follows:1. The capacities of the two devices are different;2. Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L has a sight window, while Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 6.5L does not have a sight window;3. The power is different: The stainless steel heating tube of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is 1500W, and the stainless steel heating tube of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 6.5L is 1800W.Note:When the cooking temperature is <80℃, the cooking time can be adjusted to ≤24 hours. When the cooking temperature is 80℃~200℃, the cooking time can be adjusted to ≤1 hour.5. Q: What are the differences between the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L and the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer Pro 4L?A: For your reference, the differences between Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L and Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer Pro 4L are mainly as follows:1. The two air fryers have different capacities;2. The display screens are different: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L has an interactive LCD screen, and Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer Pro 4L has an interactive OLED screen.6. Q: What are the differences between the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L and the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 3.5L?A: For your reference, the differences between Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L and Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 3.5L are mainly as follows:1. The two air fryers have different capacities;2. The display screens are different: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L has an interactive LCD screen, and Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 3.5L has an interactive OLED screen;3. Different temperature ranges: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L has a temperature control range of 40-220°C, and Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 3.5L has a temperature control range of 40-200°C;4. Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L has a sight window, while Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 3.5L does not have a sight window.7. Q: What are the differences between the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L and the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 4.5L?A: For your reference, the differences between the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L and the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 4.5L are mainly as follows:1. The two air fryers have different capacities;2. The heating tube power is different: The heating tube power of Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is 1500W, and the heating tube power of Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 4.5L is 1200W;3. The display screens are different: The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L features a combination of knob and LCD screen for interaction, and Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 4.5L features touch-sensitive buttons and a digital screen for interaction;4. Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L has a sight window, while Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 4.5L does not have a sight window.8. Q: The introduction of the operation panel of Xiaomi Smart Air fryer 5.5LA: This product adopts a combination of LCD screen and knob. Various functions and modes are accessed through operations such as rotating, pressing, and pressing and holding on.For your reference, the specific operation method is as follows:1. Press the power button to turn on/off;2. Press the Control Knob to confirm selection;3. Press and hold the Control Knob for 1 second to return to the previous menu;4. Turn left/ right the Control Knob to change functions.FAQs1. Q: What is the rated power of the Xiaomi Smart Air fryer 5.5L?A: The rated power of the Xiaomi Smart Air fryer 5.5L is 1600W.2. Q: How to clean the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L daily?A: 1. After each use of the air fryer, once it has cooled down, simply remove the frying basket, basket tray, and grill tray and clean them separately using a cloth or sponge, without needing to clean the main body or heating elements; 2. Avoid using abrasive tools like steel wool during cleaning to prevent damaging the non-stick coating; 3. Once cleaned, wipe the surfaces dry with a soft cloth; 4. If the fryer will not be used for an extended period, it is recommended to cover the top of the fryer to prevent large amounts of dust from falling into the air inlet.3. Q: The appearance introduction of Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5LA: For your reference, the appearance style is as follows:Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L overview:The air fryer contains Air Outlet/ Power Plug/ Heat Dissipation Vent/ Safety Switch/ Air Inlet/ Power Button/ Control knob/ Display/ Basket/ Sight Window/ Handle/ Grill/ Fry Plate. The effect picture:4. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L require a dedicated socket?A: No, Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L can use an ordinary socket (16A 250V), but make sure the grounding is reliable. The Taiwan model uses a socket (125V 15A) but the grounding must be reliable.5. Q: How long is the power cord of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: The power cord length of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is about 0.9 meters.6. Q: What kind of power plug does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L have?A: The power plug of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is a three-prong plug.7. Q: What are the dimensions of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: The dimensions of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L are 386*286*291mm.8. Q: What are the dimensions of the basket in the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: The dimensions of the basket are 204*286*115mm. 9. Q: What is the weight of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: The gross weight is 6.5kg and the net weight is 5.5kg.10. Q: What does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L come standard with?A: The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L comes standard with Air Fryer x1, the basket x1, Grill x 1, Frying plate x 1, and User manual x 1.11. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L have an odor?A: Before leaving the factory and during transportation, the product is sealed to maintain freshness, which may result in residual normal odors. Upon receiving the product, please wash the frying basket and pot basket, then place them in a ventilated area to dry.Note:Before first use, you can use fresh lemon slices / chopped garlic / chopped onions / fresh orange peels, etc.. Place them in the pot basket, set the air fryer to a temperature of 200°C, heat for about 5 minutes, and repeat several times as needed.12. Q: What should I pay attention to when using the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L for the first time?A: For your reference, there are four points you need to pay attention to when using for the first time: 1. Upon receiving it, you can start by running the device empty at 200°C for about 5 minutes with fresh lemon slices, chopped garlic, onion halves, or fresh orange peels;2. The air fryer generates high temperatures from its vent during operation. Ensure that nothing is placed behind the vent during use, and maintain a certain distance between the vent and the wall. It's best to keep it away from the wall, and not place the power cord near the vent while the fryer is in operation;3. When cleaning the fryer, avoid using steel wire balls or any abrasive materials as they may damage the non-stick coating;4. During the initial use, the device may emit a small amount of white smoke or odor, which is normal. Please feel free to use it.13. Q: Is the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L waterproof?A: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is not waterproof. Please do not splash or soak it with water to avoid product damage.14. Q: What is the display of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L adopts an LCD display.15. Q: What heating principle does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L use?A: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L uses a light wave tube and a two-speed fan to achieve 360° hot air circulation heating.16. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L have voice prompts?A: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L does not have voice prompts. Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L will have a prompt sound and on-screen subtitles for every confirmation operation.17. Q: What is the standby power consumption of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: The power of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is about 2W in standby mode.18. Q: Why is the food cooked according to the recipe of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L burnt?A: Recipe time and temperature are for reference only.The temperature and time can be adjusted according to the origin, size, shape, and weight of the ingredients. During cooking, you can check the status of the food through the sight window, or you can pull out the basket to check, and then increase or decrease the temperature and time according to the actual situation.19. Q: How to turn on and off the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: Turn on: Connect the power cord and press the power button to turn on the air fryer;Turning off: Press the power button to turn off the air fryer, regardless of the state it is in.20. Q: How many recipes does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L come with?A: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L has 12 built-in firmware recipes and over 58 cloud recipes.Note:Custom recipes can be set on the APP and you can add the recipe function officially provided on the APP. You can also customize and add the recipe function on the APP.21. Q: How to choose the function of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: Press and hold the knob of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L. It defaults to manual mode after turning it on. Turn right to select each function mode from manual mode, frozen fries, chicken wings, steak, lamb chops, pork belly, fish, Sweet potato, cake, tart, defrost, baked dried fruit, yogurt, reservation, and settings. After selecting the mode, press the knob briefly to enter function selection, and press the knob briefly to enter the corresponding function cooking.22. Q: How to adjust the temperature of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: After the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is powered on, press and hold the control knob to turn it on. After turning it on, it defaults to [Manual Mode]. Press the button to enter the [Temperature] option. The default is 180°C. Turn right or left to increase or decrease the temperature.23. Q: What kind of food can be made with the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: It can pan-fry/deep-fry/roast/bake/ferment various delicacies (such as egg tarts, cakes, bread, cookies, dried fruits, chicken cutlets, chicken strips, chicken legs, steaks, ribs, baked sweet potatoes, french fries, grilled fish, sweet potatoes, vegetables, grilled skewers, yogurt, and many other foods). You can view cloud recipes on the app, with 58+ built-in smart recipes.24. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L have a flipping prompt?A: 1. Only when the frozen French fries mode is selected and the quantity of ingredients exceeds 500g will the air fryer remind you to flip the food. The reminder to rotate the basket occurs every 6 minutes, accompanied by device alerts and on-screen text prompts;2. When there are more ingredients or they are of larger volume, it is recommended to flip them based on the actual cooking situation for better results. For cloud recipes on the Mi Home app that require flipping, detailed instructions are provided in the user manual. It is advised to refer to the recipe for flipping instructions.25. Q: Why are the fries not cooked in the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: The default ingredient for the fries mode in the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L firmware recipe is quick-frozen fries because fresh potatoes have a relatively high starch content, the thickness of the cuts is different for each person, and the cooking time is also different.If you choose fresh potatoes, it is recommended to soak them in water to remove the starch and drain them before cooking.It is recommended to go to the supermarket to buy semi-finished French fries for cooking, the effect will be better.Note:When cooking French fries, you need to turn them over according to the instructions of the fryer to avoid uneven heating that may cause some parts to be burnt and some to be undercooked.26. Q: Can the frying basket in the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L be removed?A: It is recommended to use a frying basket every time. The frying basket can heat the food more evenly and filter excess oil in the food.27. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L have a screen-off mode?A: The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L features a standby screen-off function. By default, it enters a power-saving mode after 5 minutes of inactivity and can be awakened by pressing the control knob button.28. Q: What are the features of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L screen?A: The LCD screen used in the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L can display the names of various recipes or prompt required operations in real-time, and can also customize the display of recipe names.29. Q: How to use the scheduled cooking function of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: Press the control knob to select the schedule function, turn the control knob to select the scheduled recipe, then set the cooking temperature/time and scheduled time. The air fryer will automatically start cooking at a proper time to ensure that the cooking is completed within the scheduled time, and then enter the keep-warm state or finish cooking once done.Note:The scheduled time refers to the total time period within which the cooking process is expected to be completed. For instance, if the display reads "6:00", it indicates that the cooking will be completed within 6 hours.30. Q: Can the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L be paused during the cooking?A: Yes. During cooking, press the knob briefly to pause, and press the knob again to continue cooking. During cooking, you can directly pull out the basket to check the food, pause the cooking process, and then put the basket back to continue cooking.     31. Q: How to reset the Wi-Fi of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: In standby mode, turn the knob to [Settings], press to enter [Wi-Fi Settings], and press again to confirm whether to reset Wi-Fi.   32. Q: Can the 4 black silicone pieces on the basket of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L be removed?A: It cannot be removed. This is the foot pad of the frying basket. It is used to fix the frying basket. It is made of high temperature-resistant silicone material. It is non-toxic and harmless and can be used with confidence.33. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L need to be brushed with oil when using it?A: If the ingredients themselves contain oil, such as meats, seafood, frozen fries, etc., they can be cooked to delicious perfection without the need for additional oil. If the ingredients do not contain oil, such as vegetables, fresh fries, etc., adding a spoonful of oil or brushing a layer of oil can achieve the same delicious taste as traditional deep-frying methods. Specific instructions can be provided along with recipe recommendations.34. Q: What are the differences between the Xiaomi smart air fryer 5.5L and the oven?A: For your reference, the differences between the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L and the oven are as follows:1. An air fryer can extract most of the oil from food, achieving a result that an oven cannot;2. Air fryers cook food faster and heat up more quickly than ovens;3. They operate on different heating principles. Ovens use heating elements in a sealed space, while air fryers utilize rapid air circulation to quickly heat and crisp food, producing similar delicious results to deep frying while extracting oils, making them healthier than oven cooking;4. Air fryers consume less energy and require less cooking time compared to some ovens, enhancing efficiency and saving power;5. Cleaning an air fryer is relatively simple compared to an oven, which requires more effort;6. Air fryers take up less space, are easier to clean, healthier, and more energy-efficient than ovens.                                                                            35. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L produce carcinogens when cooking food?A: The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L itself is made of materials that comply with food-grade and ROHS standards, and the product does not produce any other harmful substances. However, certain ingredients can produce acrylamide when heated at high temperatures, and acrylamide is a carcinogen.Note:Among common foods, French fries are one of the foods with the highest acrylamide content. According to statistics from the US FDA, the acrylamide content in fried or roasted French fries can range from 150 to 500 micrograms per kilogram, with some French fries reaching around 1000. Generally, common bread has only 200-300 micrograms per kilogram, and meat such as chicken nuggets has only around 30 micrograms per kilogram.36. Q: Does the surface of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L get hot during operation?A: The surface temperature of the Xiaomi smart air fryer may rise to a maximum of about 70°C, which is normal.37. Q: Can the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L automatically cut off power?A: The air fryer is equipped with a pot-pulling power-off function, allowing you to pull out the pot to check the food status. When returned, it resumes operation according to the original settings.Note:This design, known as "pot-pulling power-off," ensures safety by interrupting heating (disconnecting the high-voltage part) while keeping the device screen illuminated (the low-voltage part remains powered).38. Q: Can the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L cook chestnuts?A: Yes, but each chestnut needs to be cut open.39. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L need to be preheated?A: There is no mandatory requirement, but when making baked goods, the effect will be better after preheating. Preheating is generally set to 200°C and runs with an empty pot for 3 to 5 minutes, or the preheating function is enabled on the App recipe to automatically enter the preheating state.40. Q: Can the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L be used to heat dishes?A: Foods such as fried food can be heated. It is not recommended to use an air fryer to heat food with soup. When the air fryer is heated, it will produce high-speed hot air, which can easily cause the soup to splash out.41. Q: How does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L work?A: The air fryer uses a high-speed hot air circulation system to quickly heat and puff food, thereby creating a crispy outside and tender inside texture similar to deep frying.42. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L have electronic recipes?A: Yes, there are recipes with different ingredients to choose from in the Mi Home APP.Note:1. Please choose cooking recipes according to the characteristics of different ingredients. Please refer to Mi Home APP recipes for use;2. The APP recipes and ingredient formulas have been adjusted and matched many times. Please use them according to the recipes in the APP.43. Q: What should you pay attention to when using the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: For your reference, you need to pay attention to the following points when using the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L:1. Do not place this product in a place that is unbalanced, humid, or close to other fire or heat sources (make sure the distance between this product and fire or heat sources is ≥30cm);2. Individuals lacking physical, sensory, or intellectual abilities, or those lacking experience and common sense, should not use this product without supervision or guidance;3. It is prohibited to use power sources other than AC 220V to avoid the risk of fire or electric shock;4. Non-professional maintenance personnel are prohibited from unauthorized modification of the internal wiring of the air fryer;5. Do not place any objects near the air outlet during the use of the air fryer to avoid affecting normal heat dissipation;6. When using cookware with non-insulated handles, please be cautious of burns;7. Do not use charcoal or similar fuels to heat the basket, fry basket or grill;8. Do not place the basket on other heat sources for heating, such as induction cookers or gas stoves;9. Do not insert or unplug the power plug with wet hands to avoid electric shock;10. Do not use loose or poorly connected power cords;11. Do not let the power cord pass through sharp objects to avoid damaging the power cord;12. Do not store any items in the air fryer, especially flammable, explosive, or corrosive items;13. Avoid excessive twisting, bending, binding, or carrying heavy objects with the power cord to prevent core breakage or exposure;14. The air fryer cannot be operated under the external timer or independent remote control system;15. Do not allow children to operate the product alone. It should be placed out of reach of infants and young children;16. Do not subject the product to strong impacts, heavy pressure, or sharp scratches to avoid injury or malfunction;17. Do not modify, disassemble, or repair on your own to avoid the risk of fire, electric shock, and burns;18. Immediately stop using the product in case of abnormalities or malfunctions to prevent fire, electric shock, and burns.44. Q: What should be noted about the usage environment of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: 1. Heat will cause damage, discoloration, and deformation of walls and furniture, so please keep it at least 30cm away from walls and furniture when using it;2. If any abnormality or malfunction occurs in the air fryer, please stop using it immediately and unplug the power plug;3. When using, attention should be paid to maintaining ventilation to ensure smooth heat dissipation;4. The altitude range for the product to work normally is 0-2000 meters;5. Ensure that the air inlet and outlet of the product are kept clear and not blocked by foreign objects to avoid overheating of parts and affecting use;6. Please ground reliably. Poor grounding may cause electric shock and accidents.45. Q: Can I use tin foil or silicone paper in the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L supports the use of tin foil paper and silicone paper. Generally, it is recommended to use tinfoil paper for meat and silicone paper for baking, but be careful that the paper cannot cover the air inlet and outlet of the machine and the top mesh of the pot when using it.46. Q: What should I pay attention to after cooking with Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: 1. After each use, please conduct regular inspections of the air inlet and outlet to ensure they are not blocked;2. Avoid direct contact with the fryer basket with your hands during or immediately after use to prevent burns from high temperatures;3. If the product experiences abnormalities or malfunctions, immediately stop using it, unplug the power plug, and have it repaired by a professional after the product has cooled down;4. Do not insert pins, wires, or other objects into the holes of the air fryer to avoid electric shock or injury;5. Avoid contact between the silicone parts on the air fryer and organic solvents or solutions with an alcohol content greater than 50%.47. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L need cleaning and maintenance?A: The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L requires cleaning and maintenance.The following precautions for your reference:1. Ensure that the power cord plug is disconnected from the socket and wait for the air fryer to cool down before cleaning;2. Do not immerse the air fryer in water or spray it with water;3. Do not rinse the air fryer's air inlet and outlet with water;4. Prevent liquids and foreign objects from entering the furnace to keep the furnace clean;5. Do not use steam cleaners or hard objects such as wire balls for cleaning;6. For oil stains, use a soft damp cloth dipped in neutral detergent to wipe and do not use bleach or corrosive liquids for cleaning;7. When cleaning dust, use a soft dry cloth to wipe the air inlet and outlet, or use a soft brush or mini vacuum cleaner;8. After cleaning, use a soft dry cloth to wipe the surface of the air fryer to ensure it remains dry;9. If not used for a long time, unplug the power cord from the socket and provide moisture-proof, dust-proof, and insect-proof protection for the product.48. Q: How to clean and maintain the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: Unplug the power cord before cleaning and maintaining the air fryer, and wait for it to cool down to a safe temperature before proceeding. Please remove the basket from the air fryer when cleaning the air fryer.1. Surface of the air fryer: The surface of the air fryer can be wiped with a dry, soft cloth or a sponge moistened with a neutral cleaning detergent;2. Cavity: To remove stains from the inside of the air fryer, apply a suitable amount of detergent diluted in hot water to its surface and let it sit for about 10 minutes, then use a soft sponge moistened with water to wipe away the detergent residue;3. Basket: Clean the air fryer after each use. The basket of the air fryer is coated, so do not use any steel wool or other abrasive cleaning materials to clean it as they may damage the coating;4. Frying plate and grill: Use a soft, cotton cloth or sponge moistened with neutral detergent to wipe it clean, then moisten it with water to wipe away the detergent residue.Note:The frying plate and grill can be separated and placed in the dishwasher for cleaning. The basket can be washed in water, but cannot be cleaned in the dishwasher. However, the air fryer can neither be washed in water nor be cleaned in the dishwasher.49. Q: What should I do if dust enters the air inlet of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: The internal air circulation system structure of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L will try to prevent dust from falling into the food.50. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L make any noise?A: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L will produce sound when used. The sound source is mainly generated by hot air circulation. This is a normal phenomenon and not a product quality problem. Please feel free to use it.The noise of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is about 50-60dB (A) when in use.Note:Please do not use third-party software on your mobile phone to test noise. Due to different environments and methods, errors may occur. This is normal.51. Q: Checking through the sight window, the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L will get brighter and darker for a while. Is it normal?A: It is a normal phenomenon. The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L adopts infrared tube heating, which serves both heating and lighting functions. The infrared tube cannot be manually turned on or off. It is automatically controlled by the program. When heating is in progress, it will be on, and once the temperature reaches the set value, it will turn off, repeating this cycle.52. Q: Why are there water droplets in the transparent sight window of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: To prevent surface overheating, the transparent window is designed with three layers (the innermost layer is glass, outer two layers are PC). It's a non-sealed structure. After cleaning the basket, water may enter, causing droplets to appear inside. These droplets will evaporate during heating. Please don't worry. This is a normal occurrence and does not affect the product's functionality.53. Q: Why is there water vapor in the transparent sight window of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: To prevent surface overheating, the transparent window is designed with three layers (the innermost layer is glass, outer two layers are PC). It's a non-sealed structure. After cleaning the fryer basket, water may enter, causing droplets to appear inside. These droplets will evaporate during heating. Please don't worry. This is a normal occurrence and does not affect the product's functionality.54. Q: There is a big gap after the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L basket is inserted. Is this normal?A: According to the product definition, leaving a gap is to avoid the phenomenon of difficulty in pushing and pulling when the basket is inserted into the air fryer, which does not affect the normal use of the product.55. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L enter the Keep Warm mode after cooking is completed?A: The device turns on keep warm by default, and the keep warm temperature is 80°. It will automatically enter keep warm after the recipe is cooked.Note:Recipes with cooking temperatures below 80° do not support keeping warm (vegetables, yogurt, thawing, and dried fruit modes).56. Q: What is the insulation temperature of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: The default insulation temperature is 80 degrees.57. Q: How to cancel entering the keep warm mode after cooking is completed with the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: You can find the keep warm setting in the settings and turn off the keep warm function. You can also press and hold the screen for 1 seconds to cancel the keep warm function after a single cooking is completed.58. Q: How to enter Defat mode on the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: This mode is specifically suitable for items such as chicken wings, beef steak, and lamb chops, but not intended for other recipes or cloud recipes/custom recipes.Enter the initial interface and rotate the knob to select the [Chicken Wings] function. After selecting, continue to rotate the knob to choose between crisp roasting and defatting. After selecting the desired mode, press the on-screen button to start cooking.1.2.3.4.The basket related1. Q: Does the coating of the basket in the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L peel off when used?A: When using the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L basket, as long as hard objects such as sharp objects and steel wire balls are not used, the coating will generally not fall off.2. Q: What is the temperature resistance of the Xiaomi smart air fryer 5.5L basket?A: The basket has a temperature resistance of 230°C.3. Q: Can the basket of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L be used on a gas stove?A: No, the basket is specially designed for air fryers and cannot be used on other open flame stoves. Uncontrollable open flame temperature will damage the non-stick coating. Please refer to the product manual for use.4. Q: What is the material of the basket in the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: The base material of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L basket is an aluminum-plated plate with a food-grade non-stick coating on the surface.5. Q: Is the basket coating of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L safe?A: The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L basket coating complies with national food hygiene standards, so please feel free to use it.6. Q: Why is the bottom surface of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L basket scratched?A: It is normal for the bottom surface of the basket to have slight scratches or abrasions during use, indicating regular wear and tear. When pulling out the fryer basket, please handle it with care.7. Q: Why can't both sides of the basket of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L be pushed in at the same time?A: The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L has a design where the fryer basket is locked in place using a combination of spring shafts and slide rails on both sides. The structural design ensures that the force is distributed evenly on both sides. However, during actual usage, there might be uneven force applied when pushing in the basket, causing one side to not fully lock into place. It is recommended to align the basket properly. Additionally, when I first get the new product, some components might feel slightly tight, but this sensation should diminish after several uses.APP related1. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L support networking?A: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L supports networking and needs to be configured through the Mi Home APP.2. Q: How to connect the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L to the APP?A: 1. Scan the QR code to download and install the app. You will be directed to the connection setup page if the app is installed already. Or search for "Mi Home/Xiaomi Home" in the app store to download and install it;2. Open the Mi Home/Xiaomi Home app, tap [+] on the upper right, and then follow the instructions to add your device.It supports automatic discovery and manual selection of devices to add.Note:Due to the upgrade and update of the Mi Home APP, the actual operation may be slightly different from the above description. Please follow the current instructions in Mi Home APP.3. Q: What functions does the APP of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L have?A: After connecting to the Mi Home APP, it supports remote control and smart recipe functions. You can also customize the recipe name, cooking temperature and time, etc., making it more flexible.             4. Q: Does THE Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L support custom recipes?A: Yes, it supports custom recipes.You can refer to the following steps to custom the recipes:Go to Mi Home App >> [Device] >> select [New custom recipe] >> set [Recipe name], [Cooking temperature], and [Cooking time] >> tap [Save] at the right corner of the interface.Note:The mode name can be customized, and the picture is named New for reference.5. Q: How to edit the mode on the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: You can refer to the following steps to edit the modes:Go to [Device] >> [Edit] >> select [Adjust] or [Edit].Note: If you have personalized needs, you need to add a custom recipe first, and then you can add the custom recipe to the device.6. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L support remote operation?A: It supports remote control. You can directly control the cooking progress on the App.7. Q: What is the status of the Wi-Fi indicator on the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: There is a Wi-Fi indicator on the upper side of the screen of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L.The statuses of the Wi-Fi indicator are as follows:When the Wi-Fi indicator blinks slowly, it shows that the Wi-Fi is awaiting a fast connection;When the Wi-Fi indicator blinks quickly, it shows that the Wi-Fi is reconnecting after a disconnection;When the Wi-Fi indicator stays on, it shows that the Wi-Fi is connected successfully;When the system is updating, the Wi-Fi indicator will blink quickly.Note:When Wi-Fi is not connected, the Wi-Fi indicator is flashing. If the air fryer does not connect to the Wi-Fi for 30 minutes, the Wi-Fi indicator will turn out.8. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L support a firmware upgrade?A: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L supports firmware upgrade. It is recommended that upgrade the firmware to the latest version when using it to ensure the best use experience.For your reference, the upgrade method is as follows: After binding the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L to the Mi APP, open the APP, tap on the three dots at the right corner of the interface >> [Firmware Upgrade] >> check for updates.9. Q: How many mobile phones can the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L be connected to?A: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L only supports connecting to one Xiaomi account, but it can be used for device sharing through the Mi Home APP, and the air fryer can be shared with other Xiaomi accounts or families.For your reference, the sharing method is as follows:After binding the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L to the Mi Home APP, select [Plug-in Settings] >> [Device Sharing] to share.Note:Sharing needs to be confirmed by the shared Xiaomi account before sharing is successful.10. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L support voice control?A: Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L supports Google Assistant.Troubleshooting1. Q: Why doesn't the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L power on?A: 1. Confirm whether the air fryer is connected to the power supply. It is recommended to check whether the power cord plug is fully inserted into the grounded electrical outlet;2. After turning on the power, confirm whether the product has a beep sound and whether there is a display on the LCD screen of the product. If there is a beep sound but no display, the product LCD screen is faulty. Please contact the after-sales service center;3. If there is no beep or display, the product is faulty and does not power on. Please contact the after-sales service center.2. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L prompt "Please close the door to continue"?A: If the screen displays normally after powering on, but prompts you to close the air fryer to continue, and cannot operate. It may be that the basket has not been pushed in place. It is recommended to pull out the basket and push it in place. If it is confirmed that the basket has been pushed in place, the product’s door control function fails. Please contact the after-sales service center.3. Q: Is it normal that the screen of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L will turn off automatically when it is powered on?A: When Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is powered on and in standby mode, the screen will automatically turn off if there is no operation for 5 minutes. The product can be woken up by a short press of the knob.4. Q: Does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L start automatically after powering on?A: After powering on the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L, if it operates automatically (with the motor running and hot air coming out of the air outlet) but the display screen shows nothing, it indicates an internal wiring fault in the product. Please contact customer service for assistance.5. Q: Why doesn’t the light wave tube of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L light up?A: The light-wave tube is not only used for illumination but also for heating food. Our microwave tube does not support manual control switches (on/off). It remains lit during continuous heating and extinguishes when the temperature reaches the set value, thus cyclically heating. If the light-wave tube remains unlit continuously, please check whether the food has been heated, confirm that it is no longer heating, and if it still doesn't light up, it indicates tube damage or other component failure. Please contact the customer service center for assistance.6. Q: What is the situation when the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L screen shows E1, E2?A: Display shows E1: The sensor has a broken circuit;Display shows E2: The sensor has a short circuit.Please contact the after-sales service center.7. Q: Why doesn't the knob switch work after the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is powered on?A: 1. Please check whether the knob switch is deformed or cracked;2. Please check whether the knob switch is interfered with by foreign objects, which may affect the knob rotating action.Please contact the after-sales service center to deal with it after confirming that the above operation is correct.8. Q: Why does the fan of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L not rotate?A: 1. The fan blade is stuck;2. The motor is damaged or other components have a broken circuit.Please contact the after-sales service center.9. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L emit white smoke?A: 1. When you fry ingredients containing more fat, there will be a lot of smoke, which is normal;2. The air fryer still contains grease residue from the previous cooking program. Ensure that you clean the air fryer after each cooking program.10. Q: Why can't the basket be pushed into the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: 1. There are too many ingredients in the basket. Please ensure that the ingredients in the basket can’t exceed the maximum mark;2. The basket is not properly inserted and insert the basket properly.11. Q: What should I do if the Scheduled cooking function of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L cannot be carried out as required?A: 1. The scheduled time is too short. The scheduled time should be longer than the cooking time;2. The scheduled time is not saved. The scheduled time should be saved and carried out by pressing the control knob.12. Q: What to do if the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L cannot connect to Wi-Fi?A: You can refer to the following steps to solve the problem of Wi-Fi not being able to connect:1. Reset the Wi-Fi;2. Exit from Mi APP and then re-enter;3. Reconnect to Wi-Fi (the product should be placed in a place with sufficient Wi-Fi signal strength);4. Set the Wi-Fi password to a simple password (the following special characters can not be set as the password: "/ \% );5. Place the product close to your home wireless router;6. Use another mobile phone as a hotspot, connect successfully, and then reset to connect to the router Wi-Fi;7. The router must use the 2.4GHz frequency band and does not currently support the 5.0GHz frequency band network;8. Make sure your phone's Bluetooth and positioning are turned on, and that Bluetooth is not connected to other products;9. The router encryption method is set to WPA[TKIP]/WPA2[AES] (WEP and WAPI encrypted hotspots are not supported yet).Note:1. Have a private wireless network connected to the external network (it is not recommended to connect to an unstable public network);2. Open the Wi-Fi settings on your phone to check if Wi-Fi is starting with "careli-fryer-maf07_XXX". Confirm whether the product Wi-Fi module is damaged. If the Wi-Fi module starts with the above, it means there is no problem with the product module. Adjust the network and reconnect;3. Confirm that the above operations are correct, please contact after-sales maintenance.13. Q: What to do if the firmware update for the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L is unsuccessful?A: You can troubleshoot by referring to the following methods:1. It is impossible to update the firmware in the working state. You can try again in the non-working (startup) state;2. Please check whether the Wi-Fi is connected normally. You can change the network to try;3. Retry to upgrade the firmware.14. Q: Why is there water vapor in the sight window of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer 5.5L?A: The transparent window is a non-sealed structure. After cleaning the basket, water may enter, resulting in the generation of steam during heating. Please do not worry, as this is a normal occurrence and does not affect the use of the product.