Owner’s Manual
Model: 38020 - 38021
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Para la versión en español de este manual, visita www.nuwavenow.com
Important Safeguards ..................................................................4 – 5
Parts & Accessories .....................................................................6
Assembly Guide ...........................................................................7– 9
Quick Start ....................................................................................10
–12
Probe Guide ..................................................................................13
General Use...................................................................................14
–17
Advanced Settings .......................................................................18
– 24
Cleaning & Maintenance ..............................................................25
– 26
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................27
– 28
Limited Warranty ..........................................................................29
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WARNING: When using the Brio, basic safety precautions should always be
followed:
1. ALWAYS use great caution when operating the Brio or any appliance. Use the
handles or knobs to avoid touching hot surfaces.
2. NEVER immerse the cord, plug, or the Brio in water or other liquids.
3. NEVER use the Brio if the unit, cord, or plug are damaged in any way, or after the
appliance malfunctions.Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
4. ALWAYS supervise children; people with reduced physical, sensory, or mental
capabilities; and those lacking experience and knowledge, to ensure they use the
Brio safely.
5. NEVER use accessories that are not intended for, or are not approved to be used
with, the Brio as doing so may damage the Brio and may lead to accidents.
6. NEVER USE OUTDOORS. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Note: This appliance is
not intended to be used in the staff kitchens of shops, ofces, farms, or other work
environments; nor is it intended to be used by guests in hotels, motels, bed and
breakfasts, and any other non-residential environments.
7. ALWAYS set up the Brio on a horizontal, even, and stable surface.
8. NEVER allow the cord to hand down from tables or counters or allow it to touch hot
surfaces.
9. NEVER place or use the Brio on or near hot gas or electric burners, in a heated
oven, close to ammable materials, space heaters or in any wet environment.
10. ALWAYS use extreme caution when moving the Brio. NEVER move or handle the
unit while it is running or before it has cooled.
11. ALWAYS turn the Brio off before unplugging the unit from the wall outlet.
12. ALWAYS keep hands and face away from the steam and hot air released from the
air outlet vent during normal operation when opening the unit to remove or adjust the
food.
13. ALWAYS unplug the Brio and contact NuWave Customer Service* if an excess amount
of smoke escapes the unit during operation. Note: A small amount of smoke is
normal when using the Brio for the rst time.
14. NEVER put the Brio against the wall or other appliances or allow anything to block
the air vents. ALWAYS keep at least 3 inches of free space around the Brio.
15. NEVER place anything on top of the Brio.
16. ALWAYS unplug the Brio from the wall outlet when it is not in use and
before cleaning.
17. ALWAYS ensure that the Brio is clean prior to use.
18. NEVER operate the Brio with an external timer or separate remote-control
system.
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19. ALWAYS allow the Brio to cool before cleaning the unit or attaching or
removing parts and accessories.
20. NEVER disassemble the Brio or replace any parts without the prior written
consent of the manufacturer. Note: If any trouble arises during operation, any
service MUST be done by NuWave LLC.
21. NEVER use metal utensils with the coated Reversible Rack as doing so can
damage the surface.
Electrical Information
A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is provided
to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and
may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a longer detachable power-
supply cord or extension cord is used:
1. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it could be pulled on or tripped over.
3. The appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to
modify the plug in any way. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the
cord set or extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
* Customer Service:
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NOTICE: THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS, ADDITIONAL SAFEGUARDS, OR THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
SAFE USE IS A MISUSE OF YOUR BRIO THAT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY
AND CREATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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Power Base
Part #: B15A1
Door
Part #: B15P1
Plastic Hinge (2)
Part #: B15P6
Door Screws (2)
Part #: B15P8
Stainless Steel
Mesh Rack
Part #: B15A3
Grill/Griddle Plate
Part #: B15A6
Digital Temperature
Probe
Part #: B15A7
Light Bulb
Part #: B15P2
Light Bulb Cover
Part #:B15P4
Rotisserie Basket
Part #: B15A4
Rotisserie Skewer
Part #: B15A5
Stainless Steel
Mesh Tray
Part #: B15A2
Drip Tray
Part #: B15A7
PARTS & ACCESSORIES
ORDERING PARTS
Ordering new parts and accessories for your Brio is quick and easy. Have ready down the
name and number for the part you want, then contact Customer Service by emailing:
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Or order directly online at: www.nuwavenow.com
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Before Use
1. Remove all the packaging materials.
2. Remove the glue and labels on the appliance.
3. Clean all parts thoroughly with hot water, a nonabrasive sponge, and mild dish
detergent, or in the dishwasher, top rack only.
4. Wipe the inside and outside of the Brio with a wet cloth. Do not immerse the Brio in
water. Dry thoroughly.
USE THE DRIP TRAY AT ALL TIMES.
Rotisserie Skewer Assembly
To assemble the Rotisserie Skewer with
poultry and other meats, follow the steps
below:
1. Screw one Rotisserie Skewer fork
onto the end of the Skewer with the
rectangular end.
2. Push the Skewer through the
center of the meat until the Skewer
emerges from the other side.
3. Place the second Rotisserie Skewer
fork onto the other end of the Skewer
and push the fork forward until it
pierces the end of the meat. Tighten
the screw of the fork. If necessary,
loosen the screw and move the rst
fork forward until it pierces the other
end of the meat then retighten. Make
sure both screws are tight and in
place.
Screw
4. After securing the food on the
Rotisserie Skewer, slide it into the
Brio between Position 2 and Position
3. The rectangular end of the spit
should be on the left. Keep the right
side slightly tilted upward while sliding
it in.
5. Bring down the right side of the spit
into the Shaft Bracket, then insert
the left spit (bar) of the Skewer into
the Shaft Support Hole in the inner
wall.
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Notes:
• For better results, use kitchen twine
around the chicken or other meats.
• Always check that there is sufcient
space above and below your
food so it can rotate freely without
obstruction.
• When using the Rotisserie Skewer,
place the Drip Tray on the bottom.
Left
Right
CAUTION
Rotisserie Skewer parts will be hot during
and after use. Use oven gloves when
handling.
Rotisserie Basket Assembly
To use the Rotisserie Basket with the
Brio, follow the steps and illustrations
below:
1. Remove the top lid from the
Rotisserie Basket: Squeeze the
prongs on the outside of the top
lid toward the middle and lift up.
Remove the other end from the
holes.
2. Place your food in the Basket.
3. Adjust the top lid to t over your
food: Place the ends of the top lid
into the slots. Squeeze the prongs
on the outside of the top lid and
slide them down into position, lined
up with, and opposite, the slots on
the other side.
• The position of prongs should
be lined up and opposite the slot
holes on the other side.
• Make sure the top lid lies at
over the food and that it ts
snugly.
4. After securing your food in the
Basket, take the Basket and slide
it into the Brio between Position
2 and Position 3. The rectangular
end without grooves should be
on
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the left. Keep the right side slightly
tilted upward while sliding it in.
5. Bring down the right side of the
bar and place it into the bracket,
then insert the left side of the bar
into the hole in the inner wall.
Notes:
• Always check that there is sufcient
space above and below the basket
so it can rotate freely without
Left Right
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Right
Grill/Griddle Plate Assembly
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3
2
1
Position:
Griddle
Grill
The Grill/Griddle Plate can be used in
Positions 1-3. For crispier results it’s
recommended to use Position 3.
Position 4 is primarily used for
dehydrating foods using the Mesh
Rack.
obstruction.
• When using the Rotisserie Basket,
place the Drip Tray on the bottom.
CAUTION
Rotisserie Basket parts will be hot during
and after use. Use oven gloves.
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50F – 275F 99:59 (99 hours and 59 minutes)
280F - 345F 24:00 (24 hours)
350F - 400F 1:00 (1 hour)
405F - 425F 00:15 (15 minutes)
The maximum selectable cooking time differs depending on the selected
cooking temperature.
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: The Power button turns the Brio on and off.
Start/Pause: The START/PAUSE button starts, pauses, and resumes cooking.
Up & Down Arrows: The arrow buttons adjust the cooking temperatures and times, as
well as select different cooking presets.
Temp: Adjust the cooking temperature before and during the cooking process.
Time: Adjust the cooking time before and during cooking process.
Preheat: The Brio will automatically preheat before any function to the set cooking
temperature. Press Preheat during the preheat cycle to temporarily turn it off.
Auto Preheat: The Brio will preheat automatically by default. To cancel the Auto Preheat,
press Menu + Preheat.
Menu: The Brio offers 100 programmed presets and an additional 50 memory slots
allowing you to add your own unique recipes. Use the Menu function to recall and save the
programmed recipes. Refer to the Quick Start Guide for the list of 100 presets.
Probe: Use the Probe to set the Digital Temperature Probe’s target temperature, as well
as to view the food's internal temperature while cooking. You can adjust the Probe's
target temperature before and during the cooking process using the Up and Down
arrows.
Warm: Keep your food warm after cooking until you are ready to eat. Press Warm and
use the Up and Down arrows to adjust the warming temperature and time. Press Warm
to cancel the Warm cycle. To use Warm as an independent function, press and hold
Warm for 1 second and adjust as necessary.
Sear: Sear is used to cook at high temperatures for a short period of time, directly
before and/or after the regular cooking cycle. Use the Up and Down arrows to adjust the
temperature and time (up to 15 minutes) before or during the searing cycle.
Stage: Use the Stage function to program up to 5 different cooking steps, each with its
own cooking temperatures and times that are adjustable with the Up and Down arrows.
Rotisserie: Using the Rotisserie Skewer or Basket, roast large meats, seafood,
and more. After placing your food on the Skewer or Basket, press Rotisserie.
Use the Up or Down arrows to adjust the temperature and time. Press START/
PAUSE to automatically turn the spit and begin cooking.
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Grill: Using the Grill/Griddle Plate, grill your favorite meats and vegetables Press Grill and
use the Up and Down arrows to adjust the temperature and time. Place the Grill/Griddle
Plate in Rack Position 2.
Watts: The Brio offers 3 wattage levels (700, 1500 & 1800W). Press Watts to change the
running wattage the Brio will use. When the Brio is turned off and/or unplugged, the Brio
will run at the wattage previously set.
: Press Light once to turn the light on. Press it again to turn it off.
To change the light bulb in the oven, see Light Bulb Replacement under
“Cleaning and Maintenance.”
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Meats Temp. Rare
Med
Rare
Med
Med
Well
Well Time Min.
Chicken, breast
Turkey, breast
Duck, breast
360F 165F*
6 - 8 per lb.
7 - 9 per lb.
5 - 7 per lb.
Chicken, whole
Turkey, whole
Duck, whole
360F 165F*
8 - 10 per lb.
11 - 13 per lb.
10 - 13 per lb.
Chicken, thigh
Turkey, thigh
Duck, thigh
360F 165F*
14 - 16 per lb.
14 - 16 per lb.
9 - 11 per lb.
Steak, 1-inch thick 350F 125F 135F 145F* 150F* 160F* 3 - 8
Burgers, ½ lb. 350F 125F 135F 145F* 155F* 160F* 5 - 7
Roast Beef
(bone-in)
Roast Beef (boneless)
325F 125F 135F 145F* 150F* 160F*
15 - 20 per lb.
10 - 15 per lb.
Lamb (bone-in)
Lamb (boneless)
325F 125F 135F 145F* 150F* 160F*
15 - 20 per lb.
10 - 15 per lb.
Pork (bone-in)
Pork (boneless)
350F 145F* 150F* 160F*
15 - 20 per lb.
10 - 15 per lb.
Salmon, Tuna, Halibut,
Swordfish
145F* 150F* 160F* 2 - 3
Fish Steaks, 1-inch
thick
350F 145F* 150F* 160F* 5 - 7
Sausage 360F 160F* 4 - 5
Note: Times may vary. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, or seafood may
increase your risk of food borne illness. *To reduce the risk, cook your food to USDA-
safe temperatures.
Probe Temperature Guide
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Getting Started
Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
1. Press the Power button to turn the Brio on and off and to cancel any cooking
function.
2. Adjust the temperature and time by pressing the Up and Down arrows.
• The default cooking time and temperature is 15 minutes at 350F.
3. Press START/PAUSE to begin cooking.
• The Brio will begin preheating at the set cooking temperature.
Note: The Brio will beep 3 times half-way through the cooking cycle to alert you to open
the Brio Door and shake the food (or ip foods like chicken, steak, or sh) to ensure even
cooking. Close the Brio Door to continue cooking.
START/PAUSE
Press START/PAUSE to begin cooking. To pause cooking, press START/PAUSE or
open the Brio Door.
• The light will turn on when the Brio Door is opened. It will continue to cook once it
is closed.
Temp, Time & Up and Down Arrows
1. To adjust the cooking temperature, press Temp and use the Up and Down arrows
above and below the temperature icon. It is adjustable in 5-degree increments
between 50F and 425F.
• Hold down the Up or Down arrows to adjust the temperature quickly.
Note: The cooking temperature can be adjusted at any time before or during the cooking
process. The current set temperature will be displayed.
2. To adjust the cooking time, press Time and use the Up and Down arrows above
and below the time icon. It is adjustable in 1-minute increments.
• Hold down the Up or Down arrows to adjust the cooking time quickly.
Note: The cooking time can be adjusted at any time before or during the cooking
process.
3. Use either set of the Up and Down arrows to select different Menu presets.
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Preheat
Preheat the Brio to set the cooking temperature before cooking your food for crispier
results. The Brio will automatically preheat before all
functions. The default cooking temperature is 350F
and the range is 50F-425F.
1. Press START/PAUSE to begin preheating.
• The cooking temperature can be adjusted
before or during the Preheat cycle.
• The Preheat cycle can be canceled anytime by
pressing Preheat.
2. While the Brio is preheating, the LED display will
ash the preheat temperature.
3. Once preheated, the Brio will beep twice, display
“Ready”, countdown to 10 seconds and then
beep once more.
4. During the countdown, place your food in the Brio.
5. The Brio will begin cooking with the set
temperature and time.
6. When the Brio is nished cooking, it will beep 3 times and the LED display will show
“End”.
Auto Preheat
The Brio, by default, will automatically preheat for all cooking functions and certain
programmed presets. If at any time you want to turn off the automatic preheat function,
press Menu + Preheat. This will deactivate automatic preheating before any cooking.
Press Menu + Preheat again to activate it.
If at any time you want to temporarily turn off Preheat for an indvidual cooking cycle,
press Preheat.
Probe
Use the Digital Temperature Probe to accurately cook your food to your preferred
internal temperature.
1. Insert the Probe into your food.
• Insert the Probe from the side into the thickest part of
the meat, parallel to the cooking surface, and not
touching any bone.
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2. Put your food in the Brio and plug the Probe into the Probe Jack on the right side of
the Brio, with the Probe wire facing the front of the Tray. The Brio will beep once.
3. Press and hold Probe for 1 second.
4. Adjust the Probe temperature.
5. Press START/PAUSE to begin. The Brio will start preheating to the set cooking
temperature.
• You can cancel at any time by pressing the Power button. To view the current
Probe temperature, press Probe at any time.
• You can change the target internal Probe temperature at any time by pressing
and holding Probe for 1 second and using the Up and Down arrows.
Note: In the case of a whole chicken, adjust the Probe temperature to 165F.
Menu
Use the Menu function to choose from 100 presets (See the Quick Start Guide for the
full list). Slots 101~150 are for your own unique programs (See Advanced Settings for
more information).
1. Press Menu.
• Use the Up and Down arrows to scroll through the preset numbers until you nd
the desired presets.
• Once a preset number is chosen, press START/
PAUSE to begin cooking. You can make
temperature and time adjustments, if desired.
• Before cooking, some of the presets are
programmed to preheat.
• You can view the current cooking preset number
while the program is running by pressing Menu.
View the cooking settings
You can view all cooking functions associated with a preset before or during the cooking
process.
View the cooking settings before cooking
1. Press Menu and nd the preset number to review using the Up and Down arrows.
2. Once the preset number is displayed, press Stage to review each cooking step.
• Adjustments to the temperature and time can be made for each function
at this time.
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View the cooking settings during cooking
1. Press Stage to review each cooking step.
2. Continue to press Stage to scroll through all of the programmed functions for that
preset number.
• Adjustments to the temperature and time can be made for each function at this
time, but it will not be saved.
Warm
Keeps your food warm until you are ready to serve, defaulting to 140F.
1. Adjust the cooking temperature and time.
2. Press Warm.
3. Adjust the Warm temperature and time, if desired.
4. Press START/PAUSE to start cooking.
• The Brio will start cooking with the set cooking temperature and time. After that, it
will warm at the set Warm temperature.
• Press Warm again to cancel the Warm function at any time.
5. During the Warm function, the LED display will ash “Warm”.
Sear
Use the Sear function to sear foods directly before and/or after the regular cooking
cycle, for up to 15 minutes. The default temperature is 425F for 5 minutes.
1. Press Sear.
• Adjust the sear temperature and time, if desired.
2. Press START/PAUSE to begin cooking.
Note: You can adjust the Sear temperature and time at any time before or during the
Sear function.
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Using Warm independently
Keeps your food warm until you are ready to serve.
1. Press and hold Warm for 1 second.
2. The Brio will automatically begin to warm your food at the default temperature of
140F.
• Press Warm again to cancel the Warm function at any time.
3. You can adjust the cooking temperature and time using the Up and Down arrows.
4. When the Brio has nished warming, it will beep 3 times and the LED display will
show "End".
Note: The maximum Warm temperature is 200F. The maximum time is 3 hours.
Using Warm with Menu
Select your preset and have the Brio warm your food.
1. Press Menu.
2. Select your desired preset (1-100).
3. Press Warm.
4. Adjust the Warm temperature and time by pressing Stage and using the Up and
Down arrows.
5. Press START/PAUSE to begin cooking.
• You can adjust the Warm temperature and time at any time.
• Press WARM at any time to cancel.
Stage
The Stage function gives you the ability to cook your food at different temperatures
throughout the cooking process. You can dene up to ve 5 different cooking stages.
The default for Stage 1 is 350°F for 15 minutes, and 350°F for 0 minutes for all
subsequent stages.
Example: You can set your food at 400F for 10 minutes, have it switch to 350F for
20 minutes, and then have the Brio cook at a lower
temperature for the remainder of the cooking process.
1. Press Stage. This is Stage 1.
2. Adjust the cooking temperature and time.
3. Press Stage again to add Stage 2.
4. Adjust the cooking temperature and time.
Repeat until you have programmed all the
stages you need (up to 5 stages).
5. Press START/PAUSE to begin cooking with your set cooking stages.
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• You can see and adjust the upcoming cooking stage(s) by pressing Stage.
Menu
Store your own cooking preset
1. Adjust the cooking temperature and time.
2. Press START/PAUSE to begin cooking.
3. Press and hold Menu for 1 second. The
LED display will show "Menu" and "101".
4. Use the Up and Down arrows to save your
settings in a memory slot between 101-150.
5. Press and hold Menu for 1 second to save
the new preset. This preset is now available
for future recall.
Note: You can also store a preset AFTER the cooking
process. Once the cooking process has nished, hold Menu for 1 second. The display will
show “Menu” and “101”. Select the slot number for and press Menu again to store.
Editing a stored preset
You can edit a stored preset you created before or during the cooking process and save
any changes.
Edit before Cooking
1. Press Menu and nd the preset number to edit.
2. Scroll through and locate the stored settings you want to edit by continuously pressing
Menu.
3. Using the Up and Down arrows, edit the the temperature and time as desired.
4. Once all of your edits are made, press and hold the Menu button for 1 second. The
LED display will show "Menu" and "101."
5. Use the Up and Down arrows to select the slot number for your edited preset.
6. Press the Menu button again to save the edits.
Edit while cooking
1. While cooking, press Stage until the function you would like to edit shows in the LED
display.
2. Adjust the cooking temperature and time.
3. If there are more cooking presets that you would like to edit, press Stage until you
reach the preset you would like to edit as described above.
• The Brio will continue cooking with the edits that you have made.
• When the Brio has nished cooking, the Brio will beep 3 times and the LED display
will show “End”.
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4. To save your edits, press and hold Menu for 1 second and “101” will be displayed.
Select the preset number (101-150) that you would like to save your edits to and hold
Menu again for 1 second.
Note: Once saved, the edited preset will be available for recall. If the cooking process has
nished, the preset is no longer editable.
If you saved a preset to a lled memory slot, the new preset will override the previous one.
Any edits to a preset program (1~100) can only be saved and stored into program numbers
101~150. You cannot save an adjusted preset to its original preset number.
Sear
Sear 1 is ONLY available at the beginning of the cooking process. Sear 2 is ONLY
available at the end of the cooking process.
Sear 1 & 2 can be used together to sear your food before and after the cooking process.
Sear 1
The default temperature and time is 425F for 5 minutes.
1. Adjust your cooking temperature and time.
2. Press Sear to engage the Sear 1 function.
3. Adjust the Sear temperature and time up to a maximum of 425F and 30 minutes.
4. Press START/PAUSE to begin. The Brio will start preheating. Once preheated, “Sear
1” and “:” will be ashing.
• Once the Sear 1 cycle is nished, the Brio will automatically go into the regular
cooking temperature and time set on step 1.
• When the Brio has nished cooking, it will beep 3 times and the LED display will
show “End”.
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temperature and time, if desired.
4. Press START/PAUSE to begin. The Brio will start preheating. Once preheated, “Sear
1” and “:” will be ashing.
5. Once Sear 1 is nished, the Brio will beep once and will begin the regular cooking
temperature and time set on step 1. After, the Brio will beep once again and will then
go into Sear 2.
6. When the Brio has nished cooking, it will beep 3 times and the LED display will show
"End" .
Sear 2
The default temperature and time is 425F for 5 minutes.
1. Adjust your cooking temperature and time.
2. Press Sear 3 times to engage Sear 2.
3. Adjust your cooking temperature and time up to a maximum of 425F and 30
minutes.
4. Press START/PAUSE to begin. The Brio will start preheating.
• Once the main cooking cycle has nished, the Brio will beep once and go into Sear
2 cooking. The set Sear time, "Sear 2", and ":" will be ashing.
• When the Brio is nished cooking, it will beep 3 times and the LED display will show
"End".
Note: The Sear temperature and time can be adjusted at any time.
Carryover Cooking
If you would like to do a high sear at the end of cooking while using the Probe, you can set
the Brio to begin the Sear function up to 30 degrees before the target Probe temperature
is reached.
1. Set your cooking temperature, and then press and hold Probe for 1 second to set the
target Probe temperature.
2. Press Sear + Menu. The display will show 10F, the default for carryover cooking.
Sear will ash and “Temp”, “Probe”, and “Pre” will appear on the display.
• Set the number of degrees below the target Probe temperature you would like
the Probe to reach before the Brio begins the
nal Sear function.
Example: The cooking temperature is 375F and
the target Probe temperature is 135F. To begin Sear
function at 15F before target Probe temperature, you
would:
1. Use the Up or Down arrows to set the cooking
temperature to 375F.
2. Press Probe for 1 second. The display will show
165F. Use the Up or Down arrows to set the
target Probe temperature to 135F.
10F
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3. Press Sear + Menu at the same time. The display will show 10F. Use the Up or
Down arrows to set the temperature to 15F.
4. Press START/PAUSE. The Brio will begin cooking at 375F. Press Probe to show the
current internal temperature of the food.
• When the internal temperature reaches 120F the Brio will double beep 3 times
and will begin the Sear function until the target Probe temperature is reached.
Once 135F is reached, the Brio will beep 3 times and “End” will be displayed.
Rotisserie
1. Press Rotisserie.
• The light next to Rotisserie will illuminate.
2. Press Time and adjust the cooking time.
3. Press START/PAUSE to begin cooking. The Rotisserie Skewer (spit), Basket, or
Drum will begin to turn.
4. When the Brio is nished cooking your food, “End” will be displayed and the Brio will
beep three times.
• See Rotisserie Skewer Assembly, and Rotisserie Basket Assembly under
“Assembly Guide” for more information.
Notes:
• Always check that there is sufcient space above and below your food, so it can
rotate freely without obstruction.
• When using the Rotisserie Skewer, Basket, or Drum, place the Drip Tray on the
bottom.
Slow-Cook
Slow-cook roasts, chicken, or any other food items.
1. Press and hold Probe for 1 second. The display will
show “165F”. Set the target internal temperature, if
desired.
2. Press Menu and Probe at the same time. This will
start the slow-cooking process. “01:00” (1 hour) will be
displayed. This is the default cooking time.
CAUTION
Accessories will be hot during and after use. Use oven mitts.
1800
1 6 5F
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3. Press the Up or Down arrows to adjust the time.
4. Place the Probe in the food and place the food in the Brio and press START/
PAUSE. The Brio will begin cooking and the current Probe temperature will be
displayed.
Grill
Use the Grill function to grill your meats and vegetables. The default temperature and
time is 425F for 5 minutes. The Grill/Griddle Plate should be placed into Rack Position
2. Before grilling, preheat the Brio to get the Grill/Griddle Plate hot. The maximum grill
time is 15 minutes.
Lock
Lock is used to stop the Brio’s functions. While in Lock mode, the buttons will not respond
to any action until the Brio is unlocked.
1. Press Menu and Stage at the same time.
• The display will show “LOC”, indicating that the Brio is locked. The Brio will
sound one short beep followed by one long beep.
• NO button will function except for the Light and Power button.
2. To unlock your Brio’s functions, press Menu and Stage at the same time again.
“LOC” will no longer be displayed.
Mute and Unmute the Beep Sounds
To mute the beep sounds, press and hold the Sear + Stage buttons for 1 second. The
Brio will remain mute until it is unmuted. Press Sear + Stage for 1 second again to
unmute.
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Switching from Fahrenheit to Celsius
1. Press and hold Temp for 1 second. The Brio will
display the temperature settings in degrees Celsius.
2. Press and hold Temp for 1 second again to switch back
to degrees Fahrenheit.
• You will not be able to switch between F and C while the Brio is cooking. This can
only be done during the setup.
Adjusting Default Temperature and Time
Press and hold START/PAUSE for 1 second and adjust the temperature. This will be the
new default temperature.
Press Time and then press and hold START/PAUSE for 1 second and adjust the time.
This will be the new default time.
Adjusting the Time Format
By default, the Brio displays all times in hours and minutes.
To change to minutes and seconds
1. Press and hold Time for 1 second. The Brio will display
the time format in minutes and seconds.
2. Press and hold Time for 1 second again to return the
time display format to hours and minutes.
• You will not be able to switch between time formats
while the Brio is cooking. This can only be done
during the setup.
To change to Days/Hours
1. Press and hold Menu and Time to switch the format to
Days and Hours.
2. Press Menu and Time again to switch back to hours and minutes.
To change to Month/Day
1. Press and hold Stage and Time to switch the format to Month and day.
2. Press Stage and Time again to switch back to hours and minutes.
Setting the Clock
1. Press Preheat and Time at the same time. The display will show “12:00” and “:” will
ash. Use the Up and Down arrows to set the time.
1800
1500
700
350F
1800
1500
700
177C
1800
1500
700
60:00
minutes
seconds
1800
1500
900
0 1:00
hours minutes
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Hand-wash
Clean your Brio after every use or in between a number of large batches. Do not use metal
utensils or harsh abrasives when cleaning as this can damage the coating.
1. Unplug the Brio and make sure it cools completely.
2. Use a damp cloth to wipe the outside of the appliance.
3. Clean the Mesh Tray, Mesh Racks, Drip Tray, Grill/Griddle Plate, Rotisserie Basket,
Rotisserie Skewer, and Door with a nonabrasive sponge, hot water, and mild
detergent. Dry thoroughly.
4. To clean the Probe, wipe it with a damp cloth or paper towel. Allow the Probe to dry.
Tip: If there is residual food or particles on the Tray, Racks, Grill/Griddle Plate, Rotisserie
Skewer, or Basket, add some hot water and let the item soak separately for about 10
minutes for easier cleaning. Then, use a soft cleaning brush to remove any lingering food.
Dry the parts thoroughly.
Dishwasher
Bottom rack: Mesh Tray, Mesh Racks, Drip Tray, Grill/Griddle Plate.
Top rack: Rotisserie Basket, Rotisserie Skewer.
Note: Water can get inside the Door if it is washed in the dishwasher. It is recommended
you hand-wash the Door.
IMPORTANT - Do not immerse the Brio and door in water or attempt to cycle them
through the dishwasher. The outer surface may be cleaned by carefully wiping it
with a damp dishcloth or sponge. Make sure the Brio has cooled completely prior to
cleaning.
WARNING
In case of problems, immediately unplug the Brio and contact Customer Service.
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Storage
1. Unplug the Brio and let it cool down completely.
2. Make sure that all the parts are clean and dry.
3. Store in a cool dry place.
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To Remove the Plastic Window
1. The Brio Door can be disassembled
to clean the inner plastic window.
Fully open the Brio Door.
2. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the
screws around the inner Door border
(See below).
3. To reassemble the Plastic Window,
secure it with the screws.
Note: Do not disassemble the Door
unless it is absolutely necessary for
cleaning or maintenance. Do not use
abrasive material for cleaning as this can
damage the plastic window.
To Remove the Brio Door
1. Open the Brio Door.
2. Using a screwdriver, unscrew both
screws located at the Door hinge to
remove the Door (as shown in image
below).
3. Lift the door to unhook the hinges.
4. To put the Door back onto the Brio,
hook the hinges together and secure
them with the screws.
Light Bulb Replacement
Turn off and unplug the Brio. Ensure that the Brio, bulb cover, and the bulb have cooled
completely. Unscrew the light bulb cover and light bulb.
Note: You can order the light bulb by contacting Customer Service.
Use part number BGP1. The light bulb can also be purchased at your
local hardware store. The Brio uses an oven incandescent light bulb
25W - 120/125 Volt -T6 E14 screw.
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CAUTION
The Brio Door will be hot after use. Make sure
your Brio has completely cooled before any
cleaning and maintenance.
Removing the Door for Cleaning
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The Brio is not turning on or working.
1. The Brio is not plugged in.
2. The Power button was not pressed.
Insert the plug into an appropriate grounded power socket. Press the Power button.
The ingredients are not completely cooked.
1. Too many ingredients were used.
2. The cooking temperature is too low.
3. The cooking time is too short.
Remove some ingredients from the Brio; smaller batches air-fry more evenly. Cook at a
higher temperature. Set the Brio to air-fry for a longer time.
The food is fried unevenly.
1. Certain types of ingredients need to be shaken or ipped halfway through the
cooking process.
Fried snacks are not crispy when they come out of the Brio.
1. The type of snack used was meant to be prepared in a traditional deep fryer.
Use snacks designed to be baked in a traditional oven, or lightly brush some oil onto
the snacks before placing them into Brio for crispier results.
White smoke is coming out of the Brio.
1. Frying greasy foods may cause white smoke to appear.
2. The Rack contains greasy residue from previous uses.
When preparing greasy ingredients in the air fryer, substantial amounts of oil can
smoke and infiltrate the Brio. The oil will produce white smoke and the Brio might
become hotter than usual. This will not affect the final cooking result. White smoke
is caused by grease heating up in the Brio. Make sure you clean the Riser and Rack
properly after each use.
French fries are fried unevenly in the Brio.
1. You did not soak the potato sticks properly before air-frying them.
2. You did not use the right potato type, or they were not fresh.
Soak the potato sticks in a bowl of water for at least 30 minutes, remove them, and dry
them with paper towels. Use fresh potatoes and make sure they stay firm during air-
frying.
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Prb1
Probe not connected to the Brio. Plug the Probe into the Brio’s
Probe Jack.
Prb2
The Probe target internal temperature is set higher than set
cooking temperature.
Prb3
The Probe has short circuited.
Contact Customer Service.
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Prb4
The Probe sensor is not detecting temperature increase. Ensure
the Probe is inserted into the food and the food is in the unit while
cooking. Be sure that the Probe is not touching bone.
Error Message: Solution(s):
Er1
Overheated NTC Temperature Sensor. Turn the Brio off and
allow it to cool. If the Brio is not working after it cools down,
contact Customer Service.
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Err1
The NTC Temperature Sensor has short circuited. Contact
Customer Service.
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Err2
The NTC Temperature Sensor is open. Contact Customer
Service.
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French fries are not crispy when they come out of the Brio.
1. The crispiness of the fries depends on the amount of oil and water in the fries.
Make sure you dry the potato sticks properly before adding oil. Cut the potato sticks
smaller and dry them for a crispier result. Put slightly more oil on the potatoes before
placing them in the Brio for crispier results.
If the Brio needs to be replaced or returned to the manufacturer, please contact
NuWave LLC Customer Service.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
THE MANUFACTURER WARRANTS
NuWave, LLC warrants that Brio
®
Air Fryer 15.5Q capacity will be free from manufacturer
defects for 1 year from the date of purchase, under normal household use, and when
operated in accordance with the Manufacturer’s written instructions. The Limited Warranty
covers the Original Purchaser only. The Manufacturer will provide the necessary parts and
labor to repair the product at the NuWave LLC Service Department. After the expiration of
the warranty, the cost of the parts and labor will be the responsibility of the owner.
THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
The Limited Warranty is voided if repairs are made by an unauthorized dealer, or the
serial number data plate is removed or defaced. Normal deterioration of nish due to
use or exposure is not covered by this Warranty. This Limited Warranty does not cover
failure, damages, or inadequate performance due to accident, acts of God (such as
lightning), uctuations in electric power, alterations, abuse, misuse, misapplications,
corrosive-type atmospheres, improper installation, failure to operate in accordance with
the Manufacturer’s written instructions, abnormal use, commercial or rental uses, or resold
units. NuWave LLC reserves the right to void the Limited Warranty, where allowable by law,
for products purchased from an unauthorized dealer.
TO OBTAIN SERVICE
The owner shall have the obligation and responsibility to pay for all services and parts not
covered by the warranty; prepay the freight to and from Service Department for any part
or system returned under this warranty; and carefully package the product using adequate
padding material to prevent damage in transit. The original container is ideal for this
purpose. Include in the package the owner’s name, address, daytime telephone number,
a detailed description of the problem, and RGA (Return Goods authorization number). To
obtain the RGA number, email us at:
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Provide the product model & serial number and proof of date of purchase (a copy of the
receipt) when making claims under this warranty.
MANUFACTURER’S OBLIGATION
The Manufacturer’s obligation under this Limited Warranty is limited, to the extent
allowable by law, to repairing or replacing any part covered by this Limited Warranty
which upon examination is found to be defective under normal use. The Limited Warranty
is applicable only within the continental United States and only to the original purchaser
of the manufacturer’s authorized channels of distribution. THE LIMITED WARRANTY
MAY NOT BE ALTERED, VARIED OR EXTENDED EXCEPT BY A WRITTEN
INSTRUMENT EXECUTED BY THE MANUF ACTURER. THE REMEDY OF REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE. IN
NO EVENT SHALL THE MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL
OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES TO ANY PERSON, WHETHER OR NOT OCCASIONED
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LIMITED WARRANTY
BY NEGLIGENCE OF THE MANUFACTURER, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION,
DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF USE, COSTS OF SUBSTITUTION, PROPERTY DAMAGE,
OR OTHER MONEY LOSS.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation exclusions may not apply. This Limited Warranty gives
specic legal rights, and there may also be other rights which vary from state to state.
EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED ABOVE, THE MANUFACTURER
MAKES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED ARISING BY LAW OR
OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO ANY OTHER
PERSON. READ YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL. IF YOU STILL HAVE ANY QUESTIONS
ABOUT OPERATION OR WARRANTY OF THE PRODUCT, PLEASE CONTACT
NUWAVE LLC.
DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEDURE
For disputes relating to use of the website or use or purchase of a NuWave product or
service (collectively “Disputes”), you agree to rst contact NuWave LLC at
legal@nuwavenow.com. If we cannot resolve your dispute informally, any and all disputes
shall be submitted to nal and binding arbitration. You may start the arbitration process by
submitting in writing a demand to the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) and sending
a copy to NuWave. NuWave will pay all ling costs. A single arbitrator of the AAA will
conduct the arbitration in a location convenient to you or by phone. The arbitrator’s award
will be binding and may be entered as a judgment in a court of competent jurisdiction.
The arbitration will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of AAA’s Commercial
Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures in effect at the time of submission of your
demand for arbitration. See https://www.adr.org/sites/default/les/CommercialRules_Web.
pdf. Except as may be required by law as determined by an arbitrator, no party or arbitrator
may disclose the existence, content, or results of any arbitration hereunder without prior
written consent of both parties.
A. WAIVER OF RIGHT TO SUE. By agreeing to arbitration, you understand that, to
the maximum extent permitted by law, you are agreeing to waive your right to le
suit in any court, to a court hearing, a judge trial, or a jury trial.
B. CLASS ACTION WAIVER. To the maximum extent permitted by law, you expressly
agree to refrain from bringing or joining any claims in any representative or class-
wide capacity, including but not limited to, bringing or joining any claims in any class
action or class-wide arbitration.
C. OPT OUT PROCEDURE. To request to opt out of arbitration you must contact
NuWave LLC at legal@nuwavenow.com, NuWave LLC, 560 Bunker Ct., Vernon
Hills, IL, 60061, U.S.A. You will have thirty (30) days from the date of product
delivery to opt out of arbitration with respect to any dispute arising out of or relating
to use or purchase of any NuWave product. If more than 30 days have passed,
you are not eligible to opt out of arbitration and will have waived your right to sue or
participate in a class action with respect to the dispute arising out of your purchase
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READ YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL
If you still have any questions about operation or warranty of the product, please contact
NuWave LLC.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
or use of a NuWave product. For any dispute arising out of your use of NuWave’s
website, you have thirty (30) days from the date you provided information to the
website to opt out of arbitration. If more than 30 days have passed, you are not
eligible to opt out of arbitration and you will have waived your right to sue and
participate in a class action with respect to the dispute arising out of your use of
NuWave’s website.
D. SOME MATTERS ARE NOT SUBJECT TO ARBITRATION. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, the following shall not be subject to arbitration and may be adjudicated
only in the state and federal courts of Illinois: (i) any dispute, controversy, or claim
relating to or contesting the validity of our intellectual property rights and proprietary
rights, including without limitation, patents, trademarks, service marks, copyrights,
or trade secrets; (ii) an action by a party for temporary, preliminary, or permanent
injunctive relief, whether prohibitive or mandatory, or other provisional relief; or (iii)
interactions with governmental and regulatory authorities. You expressly agree
to refrain from bringing or joining any claims in any representative or class-wide
capacity, including but not limited to, bringing or joining any claims in any class
action or any class-wide arbitration.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and Bisphenol A (BPA), which are known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Este producto puede exponerle a químicos, incluído el plomo y Bisphenol A (BPA), los cuales son
conocidos en el Estado de California por causar cáncer y también defectos de nacimiento u otros
daños reproductivos.
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WARNING
ADVERTENCIA
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Item No: BM38020
Rev.1-V5-JD
08-17-23
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
120V, 60Hz, 1800 Watts
Model: 38020- 38021
Rev. 1
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