COSORI CAF-LI401S-AUS - 2.1-Quart Mini Air Fryer Manual

Package Contents

1 x Lite 2.1-Quart Mini Air Fryer
1 x Crisper Plate
1 x Quick Reference Guide
1 x User Manual

Specifications

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Follow basic safety precautions when using your air fryer. Read all instructions.

Key Safety Points

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle.
• Use caution when turning the basket over after cooking, as the hot crisper plate may fall out and create a safety hazard.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Hot steam is released through openings. Keep your hands and face clear of openings.

General Safety

• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the air fryer cord, plug, or housing in water or other liquids.
• Close supervision is necessary when the air fryer is used by or near children.
• Unplug when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
• Do not use your air fryer if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it malfunctions, or if it has been damaged in any way. Contact Customer Support.
• Using accessory attachments not recommended by COSORI may cause injuries.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not place the air fryer or any of its parts on a stove, near gas or electric burners, or in a heated oven.
• Be extremely cautious when moving your air fryer (or removing the basket) if it contains hot oil or other hot liquids.
• Always place the crisper plate on a heat-resistant surface after removing it from the basket.
• Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Metal fragments can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
• This air fryer is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Do not allow children to clean or perform maintenance on the air fryer unless they are supervised.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the air fryer.
• This air fryer is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
• Do not use the air fryer for any purpose other than its intended use.
• Not for commercial use. Household use only.

Note: See Care & Maintenance for guidelines on how to clean accessories.

While Air Frying

• Use on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface away from heat sources or liquids.
• An air fryer works with hot air only. Never fill the basket with oil or fat.
• 
  To avoid risk of electric shock, cook only in the removable basket.
• To avoid risk of fire or electric shock, do not place oversized foods or metal utensils into the air fryer.
• Do not overfill the air fryer basket. Heaping amounts of food may touch the heating coils and cause a fire hazard.
• Do not touch the basket or crisper plate during or immediately after air frying.
• Do not cover any part of the air fryer with metal foil, except for the basket as directed.
• Do not place paper, cardboard, non-heat-resistant plastic, or similar materials into your air fryer.
• Never put baking or parchment paper into the air fryer without food on top. Air circulation can cause paper to lift and touch heating coils.
• Always use heat-safe containers. Be extremely cautious if using containers that aren't metal or glass.
• To avoid risk of fire, do not cover or allow the air fryer to touch flammable materials (curtains, draperies, walls, etc.) when it is turned on.
• Do not place items on top of the air fryer when it is turned on.
• Do not store any materials other than COSORI's recommended accessories in the air fryer when not in use.
• To turn the air fryer off, press once. The air fryer will beep, will turn orange, and other buttons will turn off.
• Immediately turn off and unplug your air fryer if you see dark smoke coming out. White smoke is normal, caused by heating fat or food splashing, but dark smoke means that food is burning or there is a circuit problem. Wait for smoke to clear before pulling the basket out. If the cause was not burnt food, contact Customer Support.
• Do not leave your air fryer unattended while in use.

Power & Cord

• Your air fryer has a polarized plug (one prong is wider than the other), which fits into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, do not use the plug in that outlet. Do not alter the plug in any way.
• Turn off the air fryer before removing the plug from the outlet.
• Do not let the power cord (or any extension cord) hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Remove and discard the protective cover fitted over the power plug of the air fryer to prevent choking hazards.
• Never use an outlet below the counter when plugging in your air fryer.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Arovast Corporation or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid an electric or fire hazard. Please contact Customer Support.
• Keep the air fryer and its cord out of reach of children.
• Your air fryer should only be used with 120V, 60Hz electrical systems. Do not plug into another type of outlet.
  

Extension Cords

• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a longer extension cord is used:
  • The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the air fryer.
  • The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

Electromagnetic Fields (EMF)

The COSORI Air Fryer complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.

Note: Items marked with the following symbol may reach high temperatures and should be handled carefully.

Hot surface.

DO NOT fill with oil.
This is not a deep fryer.

The hot crisper plate may fall out when turning the basket over.
Note: Firmly insert the crisper plate into the basket to reduce the chance of it falling out.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER

Your COSORI Air Fryer uses rapid 360° air circulation technology to cook with little to no oil, for quick, crispy, delicious food with up to 99% less oil than deep fryers. With a nonstick basket and an easy-to-use, safe design, the COSORI Air Fryer is the star of your kitchen.

Note:

• Do not try to open the top of the air fryer. It is not a lid.
• The basket and crisper plate are made of aluminum metal with nonstick coating and without BPA.

Air Fryer Diagram

1. Air Inlet
2. Control Screen
3. Crisper Plate
4. Air Outlet
5. Power Cord
6. Basket
7. Basket Handle

Display Diagram

Note: An orange dot will appear next to the selected cooking function to show that it's active.

Control Panel

Note:

• To save or reset presets, see Cooking Functions.
• Press and hold for 10 seconds to reset your air fryer.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Setting Up

1. Remove all packaging from the air fryer, including any temporary stickers and the protective cover fitted over the power plug.
2. Place the air fryer on a stable, level, heatresistant surface. Keep away from areas that can be damaged by steam (such as walls or cupboards).
   Note: Leave 5 inches / 13 cm of space behind and above the air fryer. [Figure 1.1] Leave enough room to remove the basket.
   
3. Pull the handle to remove the basket. Remove all plastic from the basket.
4. Wash the basket and crisper plate thoroughly, using either a dishwasher or a non-abrasive sponge.
5. Wipe the inside and outside of the air fryer with a slightly moist cloth. Dry with a towel.
6. Insert the crisper plate back into the basket, and place the basket inside the air fryer.

Test Run

A test run will help you become familiar with your air fryer, make sure it's working correctly, and clean it of possible residues in the process.

1. Make sure the air fryer basket is empty and plug in the air fryer.
2. Press to select the Air Fry function. The display will show "400°F" and "15 MIN".
3. Press to adjust the time. Press – to change the time to 5 minutes.
4. Press to begin. When finished, the air fryer will beep.
5. Remove the basket. Let the basket cool completely for 10–30 minutes.

Note:

• Any air fryer may have a plastic smell from the manufacturing process. This is normal. If the plastic smell does not decrease after a test run, contact Customer Support.
• Use caution when turning the basket over after cooking, as the hot crisper plate may fall out and create a safety hazard.
• Do not unscrew the basket handle from the basket.

USING YOUR AIR FRYER

Note:

• Do not place anything on top of your air fryer. The objects may fall off and damage your air fryer. [Figure 2.1]
  
• An air fryer is not a deep fryer. Do not fill the basket with oil, frying fat, or any liquid.
• When taking the basket out of the air fryer, be careful of hot steam.

Cooking Functions

Using a cooking function is the easiest way to air fry. Cooking functions are programmed with an ideal time and temperature for different cooking methods.

1. Press to cycle through cooking functions (Air Fry, Bake, Roast, or Reheat). The air fryer will automatically change to the function's default settings.
2. You can change a function's time (1–60 minutes) and temperature (170°–400°F) by pressing to select temperature or time, and using + or – to increase or decrease the temperature/time.
   Note: Press and hold + or – to rapidly increase or decrease the temperature/time.

• To modify a cooking function:
  1. Press to select a cooking function, and adjust the time and temperature.
  2. Press and hold for 3 seconds.
• To reset all cooking functions:
  1. Press and hold for 10 seconds.

Air Frying

1. Place the crisper plate into the basket. The crisper plate allows excess oil to drip down to the bottom of the basket.
   Note: The crisper plate may not be used for certain recipes, such as muffins and breads.
2. Add food to the basket.
3. Select a cooking function.
   1. If no cooking function is selected, the air fryer will default to previously used settings.
   2. Optionally, you can set a custom time and temperature without choosing a cooking function.
   3. Press and use + or – to increase or decrease the temperature (170°–400°F) or time (1–60 minutes).
4. Press to begin air frying.
   Note: You can change the temperature and time anytime during cooking. Press and use + or – to change the settings.
5. Certain recipes may require you to shake food halfway through the cooking time (see Shaking Food).
   1. Take the basket out of the air fryer (be careful of hot steam). The air fryer will pause cooking automatically and the display will turn off until the basket is replaced.
   2. Shake or flip the food.
   3. Put the basket back into the air fryer to continue cooking.
6. The air fryer will beep 3 times when finished. The display will show "End".
7. Take the basket out of the air fryer, being careful of hot steam. Use tongs or heatsafe utensils to remove the food from the basket.
8. Allow to cool before cleaning.

Shaking Food

How to Shake

During cooking, take the basket out of the air fryer and shake, mix, or flip the food.

1. To shake food:
   1. For safety purposes, hold the basket just above a heat-resistant surface.
   2. Shake the basket.
      Note: Do not use this method if there is a risk of hot liquids splashing.
2. If the basket is too heavy to shake or there are hot liquids present:
   1. Place the basket on a heatresistant holder or surface.
   2. Use tongs to mix or flip the food.

• When you remove the basket, the air fryer will pause cooking automatically, and the display will show [- - - - - ] until the basket is replaced.
• When you replace the basket, cooking will automatically resume.
• Avoid shaking longer than 30 seconds, as the air fryer may start to cool down.

What to Shake

• Small foods that are stacked will usually need shaking, such as fries or nuggets.
• Without shaking, foods may not be crispy or evenly cooked.
• You can flip other foods, such as steak, to ensure even browning.

When to Shake

• Shake or flip food once halfway through cooking, or more if desired.

Cooking Guide

Overfilling

• If the basket is overfilled, food will cook unevenly. Do not pack in food.

Using Oil

• Adding a small amount of oil to your food will make it crispier. Use no more than 2 US tbsp / 30 mL of oil.
• Oil sprays are excellent for applying small amounts of oil evenly to all food items.

Food Tips

• You can air fry any frozen foods or goods that can be baked in an oven.
• To make cakes, hand pies, or any food with filling or batter, place food in a heatsafe container before placing in the basket.
• Air frying high-fat foods will cause fat to drip to the bottom of the basket. To avoid excess smoke while cooking, pour out fat drippings after cooking.
• Liquid-marinated foods create splatter and excess smoke. Pat these foods dry before air frying.

French Fries

• Add ½–1 US tbsp / 8–15 mL oil for crispiness.
• When making fries from raw potatoes, soak uncooked fries in water for 15 minutes to remove starch prior to air frying. Pat dry with a towel before adding oil.
• Cut uncooked fries smaller for crispier results.
• Try cutting fries into ¼-inch by 3-inch / 0.6-cm by 7.6-cm strips.

Note: For more tips and recipes, check out the VeSync app and COSORI website.

More Functions

Switching Temperature Units

• Press and hold + and – at the same time for 3 seconds.
• The temperature unit will change from Fahrenheit to Celsius.
• Repeat to switch back to Fahrenheit.

Pausing

• Press to pause cooking. The air fryer will stop heating, and will blink until you press again to resume cooking.
• After 30 minutes of inactivity, the air fryer will turn off.
• This function allows you to pause the cooking program without removing the basket from the air fryer.

Automatically Resume Cooking

• If you pull out the basket, the air fryer will pause cooking automatically and the display will show [- - - - - ].
• When you return the basket, the air fryer will automatically resume cooking based on your previous settings.

Automatic Shutoff

• If the air fryer has no active cooking programs, it will clear all settings and turn off after 5 minutes of inactivity.
• If the basket is removed, the air fryer will clear all settings and turn off after 30 minutes of inactivity.

Overheat Protection

• If the air fryer overheats, it will automatically shut down as a safety feature.
• Let the air fryer cool down completely before using it again.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Note:

• Always clean the air fryer basket and crisper plate after every use.
• Lining the basket with foil (except the crisper plate) may make cleanup easier.

1. Turn off and unplug the air fryer. Allow it to cool completely before cleaning. Pull out the basket for faster cooling.
2. Wipe the outside of the air fryer with a moist cloth, if necessary.
3. The basket and crisper plate are dishwasher-safe. You can also wash the basket and crisper plate with hot, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge. Soak if necessary.
   Note: The basket and crisper plate have a nonstick coating. Avoid using metal utensils and abrasive cleaning materials.
4. For stubborn grease:
   1. In a small bowl, mix 2 US tbsp / 30 g of baking soda and 1 US tbsp / 15 mL of water to form a spreadable paste.
   2. Use a sponge to spread the paste on the basket and crisper plate and scrub. Let the basket and crisper plate sit for 15 minutes before rinsing.
   3. Wash basket with soap and water before using.
5. Clean the inside of the air fryer with a slightly moist, non-abrasive sponge or cloth. Do not immerse in water. If needed, clean the heating coil to remove food debris.
6. Dry before using.
   Note: Make sure the heating coil is completely dry before turning on the air fryer.

ACCESSORIES

Additional and replacement accessories are available for your air fryer. For more information, contact Customer Support.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your problem is not listed, please contact Customer Support.

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