Chefree Air Fryer User Manual

Understanding Your Chefree 2-Basket Air Fryer

This section provides a visual guide to the components of your Chefree Air Fryer.

• Main Unit: The central body of the air fryer.
• Touch Screen: The interface for controlling the air fryer's functions.
• Air Inlet: Where air enters the unit.
• Air Outlet: Where hot air is expelled.
• Power Cord: Connects the air fryer to the power supply.
• Cooking Plate: Removable plates that sit inside the baskets.
• Basket: The drawers where food is placed for cooking.
• Visible Window: Allows you to view the food during cooking.
• Basket Handle: Used to pull out and insert the baskets.

Touch Panel Overview

The touch panel allows you to select various cooking programs and settings.

1. Smart Program: Pre-set cooking modes for different foods.
2. Basket Status Display (Left + Right): Shows cooking temperature, time, messages, and error codes for both baskets.
3. Temperature Control: Adjusts the cooking temperature up or down.
4. Time Control: Adjusts the cooking time up or down.
5. Basket Selection (Left + Right): Choose which basket to operate on.
6. Lights: Indicator lights for various functions.
7. SYNC FINISH: Sets separate programs for both baskets to finish simultaneously.
8. L=R: Copies the settings from one basket to the other for synchronized cooking.
9. SHAKE: Activates/deactivates a reminder to shake or turn the food.
10. Start/Pause/Cancel: Starts, pauses, or cancels the cooking process. A long press (3 seconds) cancels the cooking.
11. Power On/Off: Turns the air fryer on or off.

Before First Use

• Remove and discard all packaging materials and promotional labels.
• Carefully read the manual, paying close attention to operational instructions, warnings, and protective measures.
• Wash the baskets and cooking plates with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. The baskets and cooking plates are dishwasher safe, but hand washing is recommended to prolong their lifespan.
• Never wash the main unit in the dishwasher.

Cooking with Your 2-Basket Air Fryer

General Cooking Recommendations:

• Do not place the drawer on top of the appliance. Use tongs to remove or empty food.
• For even cooking, arrange food in a single layer in the basket without overcrowding. If food is layered, stir or turn it halfway through cooking.
• Adjust cooking time and temperature as needed during the cooking process.
• For recipes that typically use a traditional oven, reduce the temperature by 5°C (9°F).
• Lightweight foods may be moved by the air fryer's fan. Use toothpicks to secure items like sandwich tops.
• Cooking grates elevate food, allowing air to circulate for even crisping.
• Press START/STOP to begin cooking immediately with default settings, or adjust as needed.
• For best results with fresh vegetables and potatoes, use at least one tablespoon of oil. Add more oil based on preference for extra crispiness.
• Monitor cooking and remove food as soon as it is done. Use an instant-read thermometer for meat and fish to ensure proper internal temperature.

Cooking Programs:

Basket Installation:

• Use 1: Attach the cooking plate to the bottom of the basket for normal cooking.
• Use 2: Attach the cooking plate to the middle of the basket to intensify cooking effects and achieve crispier food surfaces.

Place food in the basket, insert the basket into the air fryer, and the cooking process will begin with the countdown timer.

Turning Food

For even cooking, especially with large quantities or granular foods, it's recommended to turn the food halfway through the cooking process.

Activating/Deactivating SHAKE Reminder:

1. Select basket(s) (L, R, or L=R).
2. Choose a smart program (e.g., ROAST).
3. Press the SHAKE button to activate or deactivate the food turning reminder. "SHAKE On" or "SHAKE Off" will be displayed.
4. Press START to begin cooking. A beep will sound when the food needs turning (at 2/3 of the cooking time).

How to Turn Food:

1. The screen will display "L SHAKE" or "SHAKE R".
2. Carefully remove the basket and turn, flip, or shake the food.
3. Reinsert the basket. Cooking will resume.

SYNC FINISH

This function allows you to cook different foods in each basket with different temperatures and times, ensuring both finish simultaneously.

1. Place ingredients in the baskets and insert them into the air fryer.
2. Select the desired program and settings for one basket (e.g., Left basket).
3. Adjust temperature and time using the TEMP and TIME arrows.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the other basket (e.g., Right basket).
5. Press START to begin cooking in both compartments.
6. When cooking is complete, the air fryer will beep, and "End" will appear on the screen.

Notes on SYNC FINISH:

• You can adjust the time and temperature for both baskets while L=R is active.
• You can modify settings for individual baskets by selecting the basket and pressing L or R (this will deactivate L=R).
• If you remove one basket during cooking, the other basket's cooking will pause to maintain synchronization.

Dual Compartment Cooking

1. Place ingredients in the baskets and insert them into the air fryer.
2. The "L" indicator will remain lit. Select the desired cooking function.
3. Adjust temperature and time using the TEMP and TIME arrows.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the "R" compartment.
5. Press START to begin cooking in both compartments.
6. When cooking is complete, the air fryer will beep, and "End" will appear on the screen.

Single Compartment Cooking

1. Place ingredients in the baskets and insert them into the air fryer.
2. Select either the "L" or "R" compartment. The selected compartment will remain lit. Select the desired cooking function.
3. Adjust temperature and time using the TEMP and TIME arrows.
4. Press START to begin cooking.
5. When cooking is complete, the air fryer will beep, and "End" will appear on the screen.

Pausing Dual Baskets Simultaneously

1. Press the PAUSE button to pause both compartments simultaneously. The paused compartments will remain lit.
2. To resume cooking, press the PAUSE button again.

Pausing a Single Basket

1. Select the "L" or "R" compartment you wish to pause and press the PAUSE button to stop cooking. The paused compartment will remain lit.
2. To resume cooking, press the PAUSE button again.

Modifying Temperature or Duration During Cooking

After starting a cooking program, you can modify the temperature or duration:

1. Press "L" or "R" to select the basket you want to modify.
2. Adjust the temperature or duration.
3. Press START, and the cooking will resume with the modified settings. If you do not press START, cooking will continue with the previous settings.

Canceling Ongoing Cooking

After starting a cooking program, you can cancel it at any time:

1. Press "L" or "R" to select the basket to cancel.
2. Press and hold the PAUSE button for 3 seconds to cancel cooking. If no basket is selected, both baskets will be canceled.

End of Cooking

When the smart program finishes, the air fryer will emit a signal tone and display "End" on the screen. The air fryer will beep at 5, 20, and 60 minutes to remind you that cooking is complete.

Practical Tips

1. For uniform cooking, ensure ingredients are arranged in a single layer at the bottom of the basket without overlapping. If ingredients overlap, stir them halfway through the cooking time.
2. Cooking time and temperature can be adjusted at any time. Select the compartment and use the TEMP or TIME arrows.
3. For traditional oven recipes, reduce the temperature by 5°C (9°F) and check food regularly to prevent overcooking.
4. The air fryer's fan may move light ingredients. Use wooden skewers to keep items like sandwich tops in place.
5. Cooking grates elevate food for better air circulation and crispiness.
6. Press START/STOP to begin cooking immediately with default settings, or adjust as needed.
7. For best results with fresh vegetables and potatoes, use at least one tablespoon of oil. Add more oil for extra crispiness.
8. For best results, monitor cooking and remove food promptly. Use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature of meat and fish.
9. For best results, monitor cooking and remove food promptly. Use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature of meat and fish.

Cleaning Your 2-Basket Air Fryer

The appliance should be cleaned thoroughly after each use. Unplug the appliance and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.