Chefman TurboFry Touch Air Fryer

Quick Start Guide

Before First Use

1. Remove all packaging materials, read, and remove any stickers on unit (except for rating label on bottom, which should remain on unit), and check to ensure that all parts and accessories are accounted for.
2. Wipe down the interior and exterior with a damp cloth.
3. Wash the basket and basket rack with warm, soapy water.
4. Dry thoroughly.

Accessories and Features

The diagram shows the Chefman TurboFry Touch Air Fryer unit and its accessories. Item 1 is the control panel, 2 is the basket rack, 3 is the basket, and 4 is the basket handle.

Control Panel

The diagram illustrates the control panel of the air fryer. It includes: Cooking Preset Buttons (automatically suggest time and temp), Temp/Time LED Display (toggles between time and temp), Dash Display (pulses when unit is cooking), Shake Indicator (lights to remind to shake basket), Stop/Cancel Button (stops/cancels current setting or cooking cycle), Time/Temp Button (selects time or temp to set, press and hold to change between °F and °C), Minus Sign Button (lessens time or temperature), and Plus Sign Button (increases time or temperature).

Preset Function Chart

(NOTE: If time is set for more than 30 minutes, "Shake" light will come on every 15 minutes)

Check foods for doneness against current safety guidelines before serving.

How to Cook in the TurboFry® Touch Air Fryer

The air fryer's high-speed fan cooks your favorite foods quickly. The rack in the basket allows air to circulate around foods for even cooking and crisping and lets excess fat drip down and away from foods for healthier eating.

CAUTION:

Never fill the basket with oil. Unlike deep fryers, air fryers require little to no oil to produce a crisp texture. If you choose to use oil, toss foods with just a little in a separate bowl before cooking in the air fryer.

1. Prepare the food(s) you plan to air fry.
2. Place the air fryer on a hard, flat surface and plug it in. The control panel will illuminate, and the default temperature and time will alternate on the display.
3. Pull out basket and insert basket rack. (For easiest handling of the basket rack, pinch center grip bar with thumb and index finger.)

CAUTION:

Never spray basket or rack with cooking oil from an aerosol spray can, which includes harsh components that can cause chipping of the nonstick coating. However, you can oil the tray or spray it with oil from a non-aerosol mister.

4. Put food on rack. Do not let food surpass the MAX line embossed on the basket.
5. Slide basket into the air fryer.
6. Set time and temperature as desired or use pre-set cooking parameters.

To set temperature, press TIME/TEMP button until temp displays, and then press plus or minus sign. To set time, press TIME/TEMP until time displays and then press plus or minus sign.

If cooking with pre-set cooking parameters: Choose the icon that best represents the food you're cooking and press the icon. This will set the pre-programmed time and temperature (see Chart on p. 7 for details).

7. Press Start. The fan will come on and circular dashes on the display will animate.

NOTE:

During cooking, you can remove the basket to check on, turn, or shake foods. When you return the basket to the unit, the timer and heating will resume where it left off.

8. During cooking, the "Shake" light on the control panel will turn on and the air fryer will beep as a reminder to shake (or flip) food, as necessary. (See Chart, p. 7 for more details on timing.) The Shake light will turn off immediately when the basket is removed and will go off automatically after about 15 seconds if basket is not pulled out. (If your food does not need to be shaken, flipped, or turned, simply ignore the warning.)
9. When the timer is done, the air fryer will turn off automatically. Remove the basket from the air fryer. Check food for doneness, then carefully transfer food to plates or a platter and serve.

NOTE:

On first use, unit may emit a slight odor, which is normal and will dissipate with use.

Air Fryer Cooking Tips

Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes before cooking. While not necessary, preheating the unit will cook foods faster and promote crisp results. If unit is cold, add a few minutes to your expected cooking time. CAUTION: Be careful when adding food after preheating as inside of fryer will be hot.

For a crisp exterior, oil foods lightly. Some foods, especially if fresh, benefit from being tossed with a little oil in a separate bowl before frying. However, high-fat foods like a well marbled steak, or prepared foods usually require no additional oil.

Avoid wet batters. Loose batters, such as those used for deep frying, do not work in air fryers, as the batter simply slides off. Adapt such recipes to give foods a thicker coating, preferably including breadcrumbs to help the coating adhere.

Use medium-high to high heat for most cooking. Most foods will air fry best between 325°F and 400°F. For gentler cooking and reheating, use a lower temperature to avoid overcooking.

Don't overcrowd the basket. Too much food, especially if tightly packed, can inhibit browning and crisping. A better bet: Fry food in batches.

Shake the basket during cooking for even cooking. A good shake is especially beneficial for smaller items like french fries, onion rings, and chicken wings. For larger or more fragile foods, consider gently tossing or flipping for even results.

Check on foods early. Check foods on the earlier side of cooking time; you can always slide the basket back in to continue cooking.

Follow food safety guidelines for doneness. Because air fryer temperatures and food sizes can vary, do not rely on recipe timing only when cooking food. Check foods for doneness against current safety guidelines before serving.

Troubleshooting FAQs

Why is there white smoke coming from my unit?

White smoke can be a sign that there's too much fat in the fryer. Avoid cooking very fatty foods, such as sausages, in the air fryer, and be sure the basket, rack, and heating coil are clean before cooking.

Why has my food cooked unevenly?

Two culprits are likely: overcrowding and not shaking. Fill basket loosely with food to let air circulate and shake, toss, or flip foods at least once during cooking for more even results.

Why isn't my food crisp?

Though you can air fry with no added oil, coating foods very lightly with oil (usually just ½ teaspoon per batch for most recipes) helps guarantee crisp results. Preheating the fryer also helps.

Cleaning and Maintenance

The nonstick coating on the basket and rack makes the air fryer easy to clean following the steps below.

1. Unplug unit and let cool completely before cleaning. (For faster cooling, take hot basket out of the unit.)
2. To remove the cooled rack from basket, pinch the center grip bar at the bottom of the basket, and pull rack straight up and out of basket. WARNING: Do not lift rack out of basket when hot or injury can occur.
3. Wash the basket and rack with warm soapy water, rinse, and dry well with a towel for best results. Basket and rack are also top-rack dishwasher-safe.
4. Wipe down the outside and the inside of the unit, including the heating coil, with a damp cloth as needed. Do not put the unit in the dishwasher or submerge in water or any other liquid.
5. Do not use abrasive cleansers on basket, rack, exterior, or interior, or you could damage the finishes.

Terms and Conditions - Limited Warranty

Our products are backed by a limited 1-year warranty. To register, follow the instructions on the Chefman® Warranty Registration page in this User Guide.

We offer a limited 1-year warranty from the date of purchase. This warranty is void without proof of purchase within the USA, Canada, or Mexico. Service centers and retail stores do not have the right to alter or change the Terms and Conditions of this warranty.

What the Warranty Covers

• Manufacturer Defects: Chefman® products are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase when used in accordance with the Chefman® User Guide.
• Qualified Replacements: If your product does not work as it should, we will send you a new one. If the product is no longer available, we will replace it with one that is comparable.

This Warranty Does Not Cover

• Misuse: Damage that occurs from neglectful or improper use of products; damage that occurs as a result of usage with incompatible voltage. See Safety Instructions for information on proper use.
• Poor Maintenance: General lack of proper care. See Cleaning and Maintenance for information on proper maintenance.
• Commercial Use: Damage that occurs from commercial use.
• Altered Products: Damage that occurs from alterations or modifications by any entity other than Chefman®; removal of rating label.
• Catastrophic Events: Damage that occurs from fire, floods, or natural disasters.
• Loss of Interest: Claims of loss of interest or enjoyment.

Chefman® Warranty Registration

Register your product to add an additional 3 months to your warranty.

What do I Need to Register my Product:

• Contact Information
• Model Number
• Proof of Purchase (online confirmation, receipt, gift receipt)
• Date code

How Do I Register my Product?

We offer two convenient ways to access the Chefman® registration form:

1. Visit chefman.com/register.
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For product information, visit chefman.com.

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