Chefman Multifunctional Air Fryer+

Welcome

Welcome to the Chefman family! This Multifunctional Air Fryer+ allows you to air fry, bake, dehydrate, and roast foods rotisserie style with little to no oil. Please take a few minutes to read the directions, safety instructions, and warranty information provided in this guide.

From our kitchen to yours, The Chefman Team

[Book Icon] READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction manual before using.

Safety Instructions

Important Safeguards

WARNING: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including:

1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or dials.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cable or plug in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from socket when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cable or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Chefman Customer Support for examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Chefman may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cable hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric stovetop, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
12. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cable into the wall socket. To disconnect, turn any control to off, then remove plug from wall socket.
13. Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.
14. When using this appliance, provide adequate ventilation above and on all sides for air circulation. Do not allow this appliance to touch curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dish towels or other flammable materials during use. Do not cover the appliance, and ensure air vents, located on the back of the fryer, are not covered.
15. This appliance generates heat during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fire or other damage to persons or property. Keep hands clear of the immediate area surrounding the appliance during operation and use grips and handles on the appliance when operating. Do not put hands or other body parts inside the appliance housing while in use or hot.
16. Use caution when opening the appliance. The inside of the unit and its contents are very hot. Use tongs or protective gloves to remove food from trays.
17. Do not move the appliance while it is in use and/or full of food.
18. Always unplug the appliance after use.
19. Never place the appliance in the dishwasher. This product housing cannot be immersed in water and is not dishwasher safe.
20. The housing of the appliance can be wiped down between uses with a nonabrasive cleaner.
21. Store the appliance in a cool, dry place.
22. Never wrap the cable tightly around the appliance during use or storage; this may cause the wire to fray and break.

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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Short Cable Instructions

WARNING: Please ensure that the electrical socket can accommodate the plug supplied with the product. Do not attempt to alter the plug in any way.

A short power-supply cable is provided to reduce the hazards of entanglement or tripping over a longer cable. Longer detachable power-supply cables or extension leads are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a longer detachable power-supply extension lead is used:

1. The marked electrical rating of the extension lead should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2. The longer cable 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.

Power Cable Safety Tips

1. Never pull or yank on the cable or the appliance.
2. To insert the plug, grasp it firmly and guide it into the socket.
3. To disconnect appliance, grasp the plug and remove it from the socket.
4. Never use the product if the power cord shows signs of abrasion or excessive wear. Contact Chefman Customer Support for additional guidance and support.
5. Never wrap the cable tightly around the appliance, as this could place undue stress on the cable where it enters the appliance and cause it to fray and break.

DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE IF THE POWER CABLE SHOWS ANY DAMAGE OR IF APPLIANCE WORKS INTERMITTENTLY OR STOPS WORKING ENTIRELY.

[Fire Hazard Icon] Do not place the appliance on a stovetop or any other heatable surface, even if the stovetop is not on. Doing so is a fire hazard.

Features

The Chefman Multifunctional Air Fryer+ features a modern design with a capacitive touch control panel and a viewing window.

Appliance Components:

• 1. Capacitive Touch Control Panel: The interface for controlling all functions.
• 2. Rack Holders: Supports for the cooking racks.
• 3. Rotisserie Gear (in oven; not shown): Mechanism for rotating the rotisserie spit.
• 4. Rotisserie Holder (in oven; not shown): Support for the rotisserie spit.
• 5. Door with Viewing Window: Allows monitoring of food while cooking.
• 6. Cool-Touch Handle: For safe opening and closing of the door.

Accessories:

• 7. Spit Forks and Screws (2 of each): Used to secure food onto the rotisserie spit.
• 8. Rotisserie Spit: A rod for roasting whole chickens or large cuts of meat.
• 9. Wire Cooking Racks (3): For air frying, baking, or dehydrating multiple food items.
• 10. Removable Drip Tray/Baking Pan: Catches drips and can be used for baking.
• 11. Fetch Tool: Used to safely remove the hot rotisserie spit.

Control Panel

The control panel features:

• ROTATE: Turns the rotisserie spit.
• Temperature/Cook Time Display: Shows current temperature and time, alternating between the two.
• LIGHT: Turns on the interior light.
• Cooking Functions: BAKE, AIR FRY, DEHYDRATE buttons.
• Cooking Presets: Icons for specific foods (Cake, Fries, Chicken, Fish, Meat, Vegetables, Fruit) that set suggested time and temperature.
• STOP/CANCEL: Stops the current cooking cycle.
• Minus sign (-): Subtracts from time and temperature.
• TEMP/TIME: Toggles between setting temperature and cook time.
• Plus sign (+): Adds to time and temperature.
• START: Initiates the cooking process.

Preset Settings

NOTE: These are guidelines only; always check foods for doneness according to proper food safety guidelines.

Air Fry Presets

Bake Presets

Dehydrate Presets

* When dehydrating, follow a trusted recipe and follow food safety guidelines.

NOTE: To change Fahrenheit to Celsius and vice versa: Press and hold the TEMP button until your desired unit illuminates on the top right part of the control panel. Minutes change in 1-minute increments and temperature changes in 5-degree increments. To speed through Time or Temp when setting, press and hold minus or plus sign.

Operating Instructions

Before First Use

For best results, follow these steps before using your air fryer for the first time:

1. Remove all packaging materials, such as plastic bags and foam inserts.
2. Read and remove all stickers on the unit except for the rating label on the bottom, which should remain on the unit.
3. Check to ensure that all parts and accessories are accounted for.
4. Wipe down the interior and exterior with a damp cloth. (Do not use abrasive cleaners or you could damage finishes.) CAUTION: Do not put the unit in the dishwasher or submerge in water or any other liquid.
5. Wash the accessories with warm, soapy water and dry thoroughly. Racks may be washed with a bristled brush, but do not use abrasive cleaning agents or scouring pads. All accessories are top-rack dishwasher safe. Read all instructions before using. NOTE: On first use, unit may emit a slight odour, which is normal and will dissipate with use.

How to Cook in the Multifunctional Air Fryer+

The air fryer requires no preheating and cooks faster than a traditional oven, allowing you to enjoy your favourite hot foods in mere minutes. The touch-screen control panel is intuitive, and customised accessories help guarantee delicious results.

How to Use the Air Fryer

1. Place the air fryer on a flat surface away from all sources of heat and water, and plug it in.
2. If not using the drip tray for baking, position it on the floor of the unit for easy cleaning.
3. Place seasoned food on the rack(s), baking pan or spit (see p. 14 for directions).
4. Position the rack(s), pan or spit in the oven, and close the door.
5. Select cooking function (BAKE, AIR FRY or DEHYDRATE) by pressing the function button. The selected function will turn blue and corresponding food icons will appear on the control panel. NOTE: When the unit is first turned on, it defaults to the Air Fry function.
6. If using cooking presets, choose the icon that best matches the food you want to cook and press that button. The button will turn blue, and the programmed temperature and time will alternate on the control panel. (If desired, you can adjust the preset time and temperature by pressing the TEMP/TIME button, then adjusting the time or temp using the Minus and Plus buttons.) NOTE: The time and temperature settings are recommendations; check foods for doneness according to proper food guidelines before consuming.
7. If not using presets, adjust the time and temperature as desired. NOTE: The temperature for Bake and Air Fry ranges from 80°C to 200°C. Time ranges from 1 minute to 2 hours for Bake and from 1 minute to 1 hour for Air Fry. For Dehydrate, the time range is 30 minutes to 24 hours, and the temperature range is 35°C to 90°C.
8. Press the START button. The button will turn red, the fan will turn on, and cooking will begin. NOTE: During cooking, you can check on foods by pressing the LIGHT button on the control panel and viewing through the door window. You can also open the oven door to check; the interior light will come on and the air fryer will pause all functions. The unit will save time and temp settings so that when the door is closed again, cooking will resume from the saved point. You can also press STOP/CANCEL at any time to stop cooking.
9. If cooking with the spit (see p. 14), press the ROTATE button. NOTE: Rotating will not occur automatically when using this accessory. The ROTATE button will turn blue when initiated and may be turned off or on at any time during cooking with the Air Fry or Bake functions.
10. Cook until the timer ends. At that point, the unit will beep and automatically turn off. Check food for doneness according to proper food safety guidelines and cook for more time if necessary.

How to Remove Food

1. Carefully remove food. Use potholders or oven mitts when removing hot pans, racks, or trays. If using the spit, use the fetch tool in one hand and a potholder or oven mitt in the other to remove the hot spit (see p. 16 for more detailed directions).
2. Transfer hot pans, racks, or trays to a heat-resistant surface.
3. Use tongs to handle hot foods, then serve and enjoy!

CAUTION: This unit cooks with hot air only; never heat a cooking vessel filled with oil or any other liquid with this unit as a fire hazard or personal injury could result.

How to Use the Rotisserie Spit (Max: 1.8 kg)

The spit is perfect for roasting a whole chicken to even, crisp perfection and for slowly cooking whole boneless pieces of meat, such as beef or pork tenderloins. You can also experiment with roasting a small cauliflower head or a peeled pineapple.

1. Ensure the drip tray is in the bottom of the unit.
2. If using the spit to cook a whole chicken, be sure giblets are removed. Season chicken as desired and truss tightly. (For best results, be sure the chicken will fit in the oven with room to rotate; a 1.3-kg to 1.6-kg chicken works well.) Run the spit through the bird lengthwise, starting at the cavity in the back. Carefully slide spit forks onto the shaft on both ends, sinking them deep into the breast meat at one end and the thigh meat at the other end. Lock forks in place with screws, leaving at least 2.5 cm of free space on both ends of the rod. The chicken should be secure and should not be able to slide around on the spit.
3. If using the spit to cook a piece of meat, carefully force the spit lengthwise through the center of the meat. Carefully slide spit forks onto the shaft on both ends, inserting prongs deeply into meat. Lock forks in place with screws, leaving at least 2.5 cm of free space on both ends of the rod. The meat should be secure and should not be able to slide around on the spit.

CAUTION: Spit forks are sharp; handle with care.

3. Hold the spit, with the meat or chicken secured on it, so that the squared shaft is on the left.
4. Guide the spit into the rotisserie position by placing the left shaft into the rotisserie gear located on the left interior wall. Once in place, lift and lay the right shaft on the rotisserie holder located on the right interior wall. Be sure the meat or chicken can rotate freely in the air fryer. Close the door and proceed with cooking following the directions on p. 13, beginning with Step 5 and choosing the Bake or Air Fry function.

CAUTION: Spit and basket get hot during cooking. Use the fetch tool and oven mitts and handle with care to avoid injury.

How to Use the Fetch Tool

The fetch tool is handy for removing the hot spit from the air fryer.

1. Hold the fetch tool by its handle with one hand. Have a potholder or oven mitt in or on your other hand.
2. Guide the fetch tool into the unit, positioning prongs below the shafts of the rotisserie spit.
3. Use the tool to lift the right side of the rotisserie spit. Once it is free, lift the left side.
4. Carefully guide the hot rotisserie spit and food from the air fryer.
5. Transfer it to a heat-resistant surface.

CAUTION: Spit gets hot during cooking; use care when removing to avoid injury.

Air Fryer Cooking Tips

• Most prepared foods do not need to be tossed in oil before air frying. Most already contain oil and other ingredients that enhance browning and crispiness. (Frozen appetizers and hors d'oeuvres air fry very well.)
• Toss foods you are preparing from scratch, such as french fries, with a little oil in a separate bowl to improve browning and crispiness.
• When making french fries using fresh potatoes, ensure they are completely dry before cooking in the air fryer. Even the smallest droplets of moisture will prevent them from getting crispy.
• When air frying battered food, stick to thick, pasty batters. Thin batters, such as the batters used to make tempura, will run and not set fast enough (unlike how they set in a deep fryer).
• If using multiple wire racks, carefully switch rack positions halfway through the cooking cycle to ensure the most even results. For dehydrating, switch rack positions from top to bottom periodically during dehydrating time.
• The air fryer is great for reheating food. To reheat your food, set the temperature to 150°C for up to 10 minutes.
• Follow food safety guidelines for doneness. Because food sizes can vary, do not rely only on recipe timing 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 unit and accessories are clean before cooking. CAUTION: Black smoke indicates a more serious problem. In the rare case that you see black smoke coming from the unit, immediately unplug the fryer, contact Chefman customer service, and do not use the fryer until the issue is resolved.

Why has my food cooked unevenly?

Two culprits are likely: overcrowding and not switching rack position. Fill the basket loosely with food to let air circulate and switch rack positions at least once during cooking for more even results. For the best results, you may also want to carefully flip foods on the racks during cooking.

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.

Cleaning and Maintenance

1. Unplug the unit and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
2. Gently wipe down the exterior and interior with a damp cloth or paper towel. Never immerse the air fryer or its plug in water or any other liquid. The housing of the air fryer is NOT dishwasher safe.
3. Wash the accessories with a sponge and warm, soapy water. The racks may be washed with a bristled brush. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or scouring pads. Accessories are also top-rack dishwasher safe.
4. Dry the unit and accessories thoroughly and store in a cool, dry place.

Notes

Use this space for your personal notes regarding cooking times, recipes, or observations.

Terms and Conditions

Limited Warranty

RJ Brands, LLC d/b/a Chefman offers a limited 1-year Warranty (the “Warranty") available on sales through authorised distributors and retailers only. This Warranty becomes valid from the date of initial retail purchase and is non-transferable, applying only to the original purchaser.

This Warranty is void without proof of purchase within the Commonwealth of Australia. This Warranty supersedes all other warranties and constitutes the entire agreement between the consumer and Chefman. Any changes to the Terms and Conditions of this Warranty must be in writing, signed by a representative of Chefman. No other party has the right or ability to alter or change the Terms and Conditions of this Warranty.

Chefman may request submission, via email, of photos and/or video of the issue you are experiencing to better assess the matter and possibly offer a quick fix. Photos and/or video may also be required to determine Warranty eligibility.

Registering your product can make the Warranty process easier and keep you informed of any updates or recalls. To register, follow the directions on the Chefman Warranty Registration page in the Chefman User Guide. Please retain your proof of purchase even after registering. In the event that you do not have proof of your purchase date, Chefman may declare your Warranty void or, at its sole discretion, apply the date of manufacture as the purchase date for purposes of this Warranty.

What the Warranty Covers

• Manufacturer Defects: Chefman products are warranted against defects in material and workmanship, under normal household use, for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase when used in accordance with the directions listed in the Chefman User Guide. If your product does not work as it should, please contact Customer Support at support@chefman.com.

This Warranty Does Not Cover

• Misuse: Damage that occurs from neglectful or improper use of products, including, but not limited to, damage that occurs as a result of usage with incompatible voltage, regardless of whether the product was used with a converter or adapter. See Safety Instructions in the Chefman User Guide for information on proper use of product.
• Poor Maintenance: General lack of proper care. Please see Cleaning and Maintenance directions in the Chefman User Guide for information on proper maintenance.
• Commercial Use: Damage that occurs from commercial use.
• Normal Wear and Tear: Damage or degradation expected to occur due to normal use over time.
• Altered Products: Damage that occurs from alterations or modifications by any entity other than Chefman, such as the removal of the rating label affixed to the product.
• Catastrophic Events: Damage that occurs from fire, floods, or natural disasters.
• Loss of Interest: Claims of loss of interest or enjoyment.

Warranty Registration

What do I need to register my product?

To register your Chefman product, you will need:

• Contact Information
• Model Number (e.g., RJ38-10-RDO-V2-AU)
• Proof of Purchase (online confirmation, receipt, gift receipt)
• Date Code
• Access Code

NOTE: The label depicted in the original document is an example. The model listed on page 22 is RJ25-C, but the cover and main model is RJ38-10-RDO-V2-AU.

How do I register my product?

Fill out a simple Chefman registration form. You can access the form in one of two ways:

1. Visit Chefman.com/register.
2. Scan the QR code to access the site. [QR Code excluded as per instructions]