Cosori CAF-LI401S 4.0-Quart Air Fryer User Manual

Cosori CAF-LI401S 4.0-Quart Air Fryer User Manual

Specifications

Package Contents

• 1 x 4.0-Quart Smart Air Fryer
• 1 x Crisper Plate
• 1 x Quick Reference Guide
• 1 x User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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. To replace the brush roll cover, align the slot on the cover with the tab (Fig. 6) and snap the cover into place. Replace 6 screws (Fig. 7).

General Safety 

• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the air fryer housing, cord, or plug in water or liquid.
• Closely supervise children near your air fryer.
• 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 is damaged, not working, or if the cord or plug is damaged. Contact Customer Support (see page 19).
• Do not use third-party replacement parts or accessories, as this 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 intended for use 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 the use of the air fryer by a person responsible for their safety

While Air Frying

• An air fryer works with hot air only. Never fill the basket with oil or fat.
• Never use your air fryer without the basket in place.
• Do not place oversized foods or metal utensils into your 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 accessories (including the crisper plate) during or immediately after air frying.
• 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 the paper to lift and touch heating coils.
• Always use heat-safe containers. Be extremely cautious if using containers that aren’t metal or glass.
• Keep your air fryer away from flammable materials (curtains, tablecloths, etc.). Use on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface away from heat sources or liquids.
• 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 the smoke to clear before pulling the basket out. If the cause was not burnt food, contact Customer Support.

Power & Cord

• Your air fryer has a 3-prong grounding plug, and should only be used with 120V, 60Hz electrical systems in North America. Always plug into a grounded electrical outlet. Do not modify 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 plug’s protective cover to prevent a choking hazard.
• Keep the air fryer and its cord out of reach of children
• Never use an outlet below the counter when plugging in your air fryer.
• 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 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.
  • This air fryer is an appliance of the grounded type. Any cord set or extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

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.

VeSync App Setup

Note:
The VeSync app is continually being improved and may change over time. If there are any differences, follow the in-app instructions.

1. To download the VeSync app, scan the QR code or search “VeS
   ync” in the Apple App Store® or Google Play Store.
   Note: For Android™ users, choose “Allow” to use VeSync.
   
2. Open the VeSync app. If you already have an account, tap login. To create a new account, tap Sign Up.
   Note: You must create your own VeSync account to use third-party services and products. These will not work with a guest account. With a VeSync account, you can also allow your family and friends to control your smart air fryer.
   Note: The VeSync app is continually updated and app features will expand. Note: The VeSync app is continually being improved and may change over time. If there are any differences, follow the in-app instructions. The VeSync app allows you to access additional smart air fryer functions, including those listed below. Note: For Android™ users, choose “Allow” to use VeSync. 2. Open the VeSync app. If you already have an account, tap login. To create a new account, tap Sign Up.
3. Tap + and select your smart air fryer.
4. Follow the in-app instructions to set up your smart air fryer.

Disconnecting From WiFi:

• To disconnect Wi-Fi®, press and hold the for 15 seconds until the Wi-Fi indicator turns off. This will restore the smart air fryer’s default settings and disconnect it from the VeSync app.
• To reconnect, please follow the instructions in the VeSync app for adding a device.

VeSync App Features

The VeSync app allows you to access additional smart air fryer functions, including those listed below.

Remote Control 

• All smart air fryer functions can be controlled remotely, except for starting cooking (to comply with UL safety regulations).
• Cooking progress can be monitored from a distance.

In-App Recipes

• Pre-programmed recipes made by Cosori’s in-house chefs are available on the app. These recipes automatically set the recommended time and temperature.
• Create and save custom recipes.

Third-Party Voice Control

• Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant™ for voice commands.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SMART AIR FRYER

Your Cosori Smart Air Fryer uses rapid 360° air circulation technology to cook with little to no oil, for quick, crispy, delicious food with up to 85% fewer calories than deep fryers. With a nonstick basket and an easy-to-use, safe design, the Cosori Smart Air Fryer is the star of your kitchen.

Note:

• Do not try to open the top of the air fryer. This is not a lid.
• The basket and crisper plate are made of aluminum metal with a nonstick coating. They are PFOA-free and BPA-free.

Air Fryer Diagram

• A. Air Inlet
• B. Control Screen
• C. Silicone Stoppers
• D. Crisper Plate
• E. Basket Handle
• F. Basket
• G. Power Cord
• H. Air Outlet

Display Diagram
Note: When you press a button to use a function or program, it will turn white to show that it’s active.

Control Panel

Note:

• To save or reset presets, see Cooking Functions.
• Press and holdfor 5 seconds to configure your air fryer. See the VeSync in-app instructions for more information.

Note:
The Wi-Fi indicator tells you your VeSync configuration status. See the VeSync in-app instructions for more information.

BEFORE FIRST USE 

Setting Up 

1. Remove and discard 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, heat-resistant 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. Wash both the basket and crisper plate thoroughly, using either a dishwasher or a non-abrasive sponge.
4. Wipe the inside and outside of the air fryer with a slightly moist cloth. Dry with a towel
5. Insert the crisper plate back into the basket by tilting the crisper plate to one side first, then place the other side into the basket. 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 AIR FRY. The display will show “360°F” and “10 MIN”.
3. Press and hold the button under the time to change the time to 10 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:

• 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.

Silicone Stoppers

• The crisper plate contains 4 silicone stoppers made of food-safe material. These stoppers keep the plate fitted to the bottom of the basket. [Figure 1.2 ]
• When placing the crisper plate into the basket, tilt the crisper plate to one side first, then place the other side into the basket.

USING YOUR SMART AIR FRYER

Note: You can use the VeSync app to monitor cooking, follow in-app recipes, and access additional features. For a list of smart features,

Preheating
We recommend preheating before placing food into the air fryer unless your air fryer is already hot. Food will not cook thoroughly without preheating.

1. Plugin . Press to turn on the air fryer display.
2. Press . The display will show “400°F” and “4 MIN”.
3. Optionally, pressor buttons to change the temperature. The time will adjust automatically.

Air Frying 

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.
  

  Temperature	Time
  405°–450°F	5 minutes
  380°–400°F	4 minutes
  170°–375°F	3 minutes

• Pressto begin preheating
• When preheating is done, the air fryer will beep 3 times. The display will show “End”.

Note:
If no buttons are pressed for 5 minutes, the air fryer will clear all settings and go into standby.

Cooking Functions

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

1. Press the function’s button to select the function. The air fryer will automatically change to the function’s default settings.
   Note: just one temperature and time. The Chicken function and Fries function have 2-phase cooking. The temperature will automatically adjust once during the cooking time to provide optimal results.

 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 bread.
2. Preheat your air fryer.
3. When the air fryer beeps and the display shows “End”, add food to the basket.
4. Select a cooking function.
   • If no cooking function is selected, the air fryer will default to previously used settings.
   •  Optionally, you can set a custom time and temperature without choosing a cooking function.
5. Certain functions have an automatic Shake Reminder. Halfway through the cooking time, the air fryer will beep 5 times andwill blink on the display.
6. 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. b. Shake or flip the food. c. Put the basket back into the air fryer to continue cooking.
7. Take the basket out of the air fryer, being careful of hot steam. Use tongs or heat-safe utensils to remove the food from the basket.
8. Allow to cool before cleaning.

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 heat-safe container before placing it 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.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

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:
   • a. In a small bowl, mix 2 US tbsp / 30 mL of baking soda and 1 US tbsp / 15 mL of water to form a spreadable paste.
   • 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.
   • c. Wash the 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. [Figure 3.1]
6. Dry before using.
   Note: Make sure the heating coil is completely dry before turning on the air fryer.
   

TROUBLESHOOTING

FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2.  This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Terms & Policy

Arovast Corporation (“Arovast”) warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase. Arovast agrees, at our option during the warranty period, to repair any defect in material or workmanship or furnish an equal product in exchange without charge, subject to verification of the defect or malfunction and proof of the date of purchase.

warranty

There is no other express warranty. This warranty does not apply

• If the product has been modified from its original condition;
• If the product has not been used in accordance with directions and instructions in the user manual;
• To damages or defects caused by accident, abuse, misuse, or improper or inadequate maintenance;
• To damages or defects caused by service or repair of the product performed by an unauthorized service provider or by anyone other than Arovast;
• To damages or defects occurring during commercial use, rental use, or any use for which the product is not intended;
• To damages or defects exceeding the cost of the product.

Arovast will not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with the use of the product covered by this warranty. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser of the product and is not transferable to any subsequent owner of the product regardless of whether the product is transferred during the specified term of the warranty.

This warranty does not extend to products purchased from unauthorized sellers. Arovast’s warranty extends only to products purchased from authorized sellers that are subject to Arovast’s quality controls and have agreed to follow its quality controls. All implied warranties are limited to the period of this limited warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

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