Product Overview
This guide provides essential information for setting up and using your Chefman TurboFry Air Fryer, model RJ38-2LM. It includes instructions for first-time use, cleaning, maintenance, and helpful cooking tips.
The TurboFry Air Fryer is designed to cook food quickly and evenly, offering a healthier alternative to traditional frying.
Key Components:
- TurboFry Air Fryer Unit
- Basket
- Tray
How to Use
Follow these steps to use your air fryer:
- Step 1: Pull out the basket.
- Step 2: Place food in the basket.
- Step 3: Push the basket closed.
- Step 4: Select desired temperature.
- Step 5: Select desired time.
- Step 6: When timer expires, use tongs to remove food.
Before First Use
- Remove all packing materials and stickers from the inside and outside of the Air Fryer. Gently wipe down the exterior with a damp cloth or paper towel. Caution: Never immerse the Air Fryer or its plug in water or any other liquids.
- Pull the basket handle to remove the basket from the Air Fryer. Use the tray handle, located in the center of the tray, to remove the tray. Wash the inside and outside of the basket and tray with a sponge and warm, soapy water. The basket and tray are top-rack dishwasher safe. Do NOT use abrasive cleaning agents or scouring pads.
- Dry all parts thoroughly.
- Read all instructions, including the user guide, and follow them carefully.
Cleaning and Maintenance
- Ensure the Air Fryer is unplugged and cool before cleaning.
- Once the Air Fryer, basket, and tray are cool, remove the basket and tray. Wash them with a sponge and warm, soapy water. Warning: Do NOT use abrasive cleaning agents or scouring pads. The basket and tray are top-rack dishwasher safe.
- Gently wipe down the exterior of the air fryer with a damp cloth or paper towel.
- Dry all parts thoroughly before storage.
- Store the Air Fryer in a cool, dry place.
Air Fryer Cooking Tips
The following table provides recommended cooking times and temperatures for various ingredients. Adjustments may be needed based on food size and desired crispiness.
| Ingredient | Amount | Time (mins) | Temp (°F) | Shake/Flip | Cooking Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacon | 2 slices (cut in half) | 6 (chewy) / 8 (crispy) | 400 | No | After cooking, use tongs to transfer bacon to a paper-towel lined plate. |
| Chicken Breast (Thick, about 8 oz) | 2 pieces | 20-25 | 375 | Yes | Brush with oil, season with salt and desired spices. |
| Chicken Breast (Thin, about 3 oz) | 2 pieces | 6-8 | 400 | No | Brush with oil, season with salt and desired spices. |
| Chicken Drumsticks/Thighs | 2 pieces | 16-18 | 400 | No | Season with salt and desired spices. |
| Chicken Nuggets (Frozen) | 8 pieces | 10 | 400 | No | Season with salt; enjoy as is or, when done, toss in favorite chicken wing sauce. |
| Chicken Wings (Flats and drumettes separated, about 12 oz total) | 7 pieces | 18-20 | 400 | Yes | Season with salt; enjoy as is or, when done, toss in favorite chicken wing sauce. |
| Fish Fingers (Frozen) | 10 pieces | 7 | 400 | No | |
| French Fries (Frozen/Thin) | 12 oz | 16-18 | 400 | Yes | Rinse with cold water, pat dry, toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and desired spices; use tongs to toss during cooking. |
| French Fries (Frozen/Thick) | 1 lb | 16-18 | 400 | Yes | Rinse with cold water, pat dry, toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and desired spices; use tongs to toss during cooking. |
| French Fries (Homemade cut into 1/4- x 1/4-inch pieces) | 1 lb | 20 | 400 | Yes | Rinse with cold water, pat dry, toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and desired spices; use tongs to toss during cooking. |
| Hamburgers (Thin, 4 oz each) | 1 patty | 12 (medium) | 375 | Yes | Brush with oil, season with salt and desired spices such as freshly ground black pepper and garlic powder. |
| Mozzarella Sticks (Frozen) | 8 pieces | 6 | 400 | Yes | |
| Pork Chops (Bone-in, about 8 oz) | 1 piece | 12 (medium) | 400 | Yes | Season with salt and desired spices. |
| Pork Chops (Boneless, about 3 oz) | 3 pieces | 8 | 400 | Yes | Season with salt and desired spices. |
| Steak (10 oz) | 1 piece | 12 (medium) | 400 | Yes | Season with salt and desired spices. |
| Salmon (1 inch wide, 4.5 oz) | 3 pieces | 10 (medium) | 400 | No | Brush skin with oil and place on tray skin-side down. Season with salt and desired spices. |
| Shrimp (Large) | 1 lb | 10-12 | 400 | Yes | Pat dry, toss with 1/2 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and desired spices; shake often. |
PLEASE NOTE: The temperatures and times are based off of the listed recommended amounts and weights. If using a smaller amount or weight, check food sooner than the recommended time as it will likely cook faster.
General Air Fryer Usage Tips
- Almost any food that is traditionally cooked in the oven can be air fried.
- Foods cook best and most evenly when they are of similar size and thickness.
- Smaller pieces of food require less cooking time than larger pieces.
- For best results in the shortest amount of time, air fry food in small batches. Avoid stacking or layering when possible.
- Most prepackaged foods do not need to be tossed in oil before air frying. Most already contain oil and other ingredients that enhance browning and crispiness.
- Toss foods you are preparing from scratch, such as French fries or other vegetables, with a small amount of oil to promote browning and crispiness.
- For best results, arrange food on the tray in a single layer.
- If layering foods, be sure to shake the basket halfway through (or flip food) to promote even cooking.
- Air fryers are great for reheating food, including pizza. To reheat your food, set the temperature to 300°F for up to 10 minutes. Use a thermometer to ensure reheated foods reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
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