Geek Chef Air Fryer Countertop Oven User Manual

Table of Contents

• Safety Instructions
• Product Components
• How To Use
• Cleaning And Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Limited Warranty

Technical Specifications

For more assistance and support, visit the Geek Chef website or contact their support team.

Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. UNPLUG FROM OUTLET WHEN NOT IN USE AND BEFORE CLEANING. Allow to cool before cleaning or handling, putting on or taking off parts.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
4. To protect against electrical shock, do not place any part of the Air Fryer Countertop Oven in water or other liquids. See instructions for Cleaning and Maintenance.
5. This appliance should not be used by or near children or individuals with certain disabilities.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance has mal-functioned or has been dropped or damaged in any way or is not operating properly. Return the Air Fryer Countertop Oven to the store or retailer where purchased for examination or repair, or replacement.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended may cause injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or countertop, where it could be pulled on inadvertently by children or pets, or touch hot surfaces, which could damage the cord.
10. Do not place this Air Fryer Countertop Oven on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
11. Do not use this Air Fryer Countertop Oven for anything other than its intended purpose.
12. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of materials other than metal or glass in the oven.
13. To avoid burns, use extreme caution when removing Air Fryer Countertop Oven accessories or disposing of hot grease.
14. When not in use, always unplug the unit. Do not store any materials other than manufacturer's recommended ovenproof accessories in this Air Fryer Countertop Oven.
15. Do not place any of the following materials in the Air Fryer Counter top Oven: paper, cardboard, plastic and similar products.
16. Do not cover Crumb Tray or any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
17. Oversize foods, metal foil packages and utensils must not be inserted in the Air Fryer Countertop Oven, as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.
18. A fire may occur if the Air fryer oven is covered or touching flammable materials such as curtains, draperies or walls, when in operation. Do not store any items on top of the appliance when in operation. Do not operate under wall cabinets.
19. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, involving a risk of electric shock.
20. Do not attempt to dislodge food when the Air Fryer Countertop Oven is plugged into the electrical outlet.
21. Warning: To avoid possibility of fire, NEVER leave Air Fryer Counter top Oven unattended during use.
22. Do not rest cooking utensils or baking dishes on glass door.
23. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.
24. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
25. To disconnect, turn the control knobs to "OFF" position, then remove plug from the wall outlet.

Save These Instructions

Please read and keep these instructions handy. These instructions will help users operate the Air Fryer Countertop Oven to its fullest to achieve consistent, professional results.

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used:

1. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord must be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop, where it can be tripped over unintentionally or pulled on by children.

Notice

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

For Household Use Only

Not intended for commercial use.

Product Components

The Geek Chef Air Fryer Countertop Oven includes the following components:

1. Air Fry Oven: The main unit.
2. Air Fry Basket: Grated to allow air to pass through for even cooking. Typically placed in the middle rack position unless a recipe states otherwise.
3. Wire Rack: Can be used in three rack positions: bottom, middle, and top. The top position is generally used for Broil, the middle for Air Fry and Toast, and the bottom for Warm and Bake. Always reference recipe instructions for proper position.
4. Baking Pan: Can be placed in any of the three rack positions.
5. Removable Crumb Tray: Always ensure the Removable Crumb Tray is placed underneath the bottom whenever the oven is being used.

Visual Description: An illustration shows the Air Fryer Countertop Oven with its various components laid out. The main oven unit is on the right. To its left, stacked vertically, are the wire rack, air fry basket, baking pan, and crumb tray, each numbered to correspond with the component list.

How To Use

Control Panel

The control panel features five dials:

1. Power On Light: An indicator light that turns on and remains lit when the oven is in use.
2. TIMER Dial: Used to set the desired cooking time for all functions, with a range from 0 to 60 minutes. Setting the TIMER powers the unit on and begins the cooking cycle, illuminating the interior light. When the TIMER runs out, a bell rings, and the unit powers off.
3. FUNCTION Dial: Used to select the cooking function: Warm, Broil, Toast, Bake, or Air Fry.
4. TEMP °F Dial: Used to set the desired temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.
5. SPEED Dial: Used to select the desired fan speed. All functions can have their fan speed set.

Visual Description: A detailed diagram of the oven's control panel shows five circular dials. From left to right, they are: SPEED (with LOW/HIGH settings), TEMP °F (with Warm, 250°, 300°, 350°, 400°, 450° settings), FUNCTION (with Broil, Toast, Warm, Bake, Air Fry settings), TIMER (with OFF, 10, 20, 60 minutes, and a note for toast to turn to 20 then back to desired time), and POWER (with an indicator light). The dials are numbered 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 respectively from left to right, corresponding to the descriptions.

Before First Use

1. Unpack the Air fryer oven and remove all packaging materials. Clean the Air fryer oven according to the Cleaning and Maintenance section of this manual.
2. Place the Air fryer oven on a flat, stable, level surface. Ensure that the oven is 2 to 4 inches away from the wall or any other objects.
3. Geek Chef recommends performing a trial run of the Air fryer oven to eliminate any protective substance from the heating elements. Conduct the trial run in a well-ventilated area as a small amount of smoke and odor may be detected. This is normal and should be expected.

Oven Rack / Pan Positions

ℹ Note: Objects should not be stored on the top of the oven. The exterior housing will get very hot when in use, keep out of reach of children.

The oven has three rack/pan positions: Position 1 (top), Position 2 (middle), and Position 3 (bottom). Position 2 (middle) is usually suggested for best cooking results.

Visual Description: An illustration of the oven's interior shows three distinct rack levels labeled "Position 1" (top), "Position 2" (middle), and "Position 3" (bottom), indicating where racks or pans can be inserted.

Placement

Place the Air Fryer Countertop Oven on a flat surface. Before using the Air Fryer Countertop Oven, move it 10 inches away from the wall or from any objects on the countertop. Do not use on heat-sensitive surfaces.

Visual Description: An illustration shows the Air Fryer Countertop Oven placed on a surface, with arrows indicating a 10-inch clearance from surrounding objects on two sides.

Crumb Tray Insertion

Open the front door and insert the crumb tray into the unit according to the directions shown in the illustrations.

Visual Description: A sequence of three illustrations demonstrates how to insert the crumb tray: 1) The oven with its door open. 2) The crumb tray being slid into the bottom slot. 3) The crumb tray fully inserted with the door closed.

Baking Pan Insertion

Place food into the baking pan, then insert the pan into the cooking chamber and close the door.

Visual Description: A sequence of three illustrations demonstrates how to insert the baking pan: 1) The oven with its door open. 2) The baking pan being slid into a middle slot. 3) The baking pan fully inserted with the door closed.

Wire Rack Insertion

Insert the wire rack into the unit according to the directions shown in the illustrations.

Visual Description: A sequence of three illustrations demonstrates how to insert the wire rack: 1) The oven with its door open. 2) The wire rack being slid into a middle slot. 3) The wire rack fully inserted with the door closed.

Air Fry Basket Insertion

Insert the air fry basket into the unit according to the directions shown in the illustrations.

Visual Description: A sequence of three illustrations demonstrates how to insert the air fry basket: 1) The oven with its door open. 2) The air fry basket being slid into a middle slot. 3) The air fry basket fully inserted with the door closed.

ℹ Note: Choose proper accessories for different cooking purposes. Use oven mitts to remove the crumb tray, bake tray, oven rack, and air fry basket after cooking. Always keep the crumb tray on the bottom of the cooking chamber to gather oil from fried food.

Operations

Warm

Unwind the power cord. Check that the Crumb Tray is in place and that there is nothing in the oven. Plug the power cord into the wall outlet. Set the FUNCTION Dial to Warm. Then turn the TIMER Dial to the desired warming time to start the oven and begin warming. The bottom heating elements will turn on. The power light will illuminate. The TIMER will ring once when the cycle is complete and the oven will power off when the time expires. To stop warming, turn the TIMER Dial to the OFF position.

Broil

Set the FUNCTION Dial to Broil. Set the TEMP °F Dial to the desired temperature. Then turn the TIMER Dial to the desired cooking time to turn on the oven and begin broiling. The power light will illuminate. The TIMER will ring once when the cycle is complete and the oven will power off when the time expires. To stop broiling, turn the TIMER Dial to the OFF position.

Broiling Tips:

• Never use glass oven dishes to broil.
• Be sure to keep an eye on foods as they can get dark quickly while broiling.

Toast

Set the FUNCTION Dial to Toast. Set the TEMP °F Dial to the desired temperature. Then turn the TIMER Dial to the desired cooking time to turn on the oven and begin toasting. The oven power light will illuminate. When completed, the TIMER will ring and turn off. To stop toasting, turn the TIMER Dial to the OFF position.

Bake

Set the FUNCTION to Bake. Set the TEMP °F Dial to the desired temperature. Then turn the TIMER Dial to the desired cooking time to start the oven and begin baking (it is recommended to preheat the oven for 5 minutes prior to baking. Incorporate this into the total baking time). The upper two heating elements and bottom heating elements will turn on. The power light will turn on. The TIMER will ring once when the cycle is complete and the oven will power off when the time expires. To stop operation, turn the TIMER Dial to the OFF position.

Air Fry

Place the Air Fry Basket into the oven in rack Position 2. Set the FUNCTION Dial to Air Fry. Set the TEMP °F Dial to the desired temperature. Then turn the TIMER Dial to the desired cooking time to turn on the oven and begin Air Frying. The upper four heating elements will turn on. The oven power light will illuminate. The TIMER will ring once when the cycle is complete and the oven will power off. To stop Air Frying, turn the Dial to TIMER the OFF position.

Cleaning and Maintenance

1. Unplug the Air Fryer Oven and allow it to completely cool before cleaning. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they will damage the finish. Simply wipe the exterior with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Apply the cleaning agent to a cloth, not directly onto the Air Fryer Oven. Do not use excess pressure when cleaning the area of the control panel as it could cause the text to be removed over time.
2. To clean the interior walls and bottom of the oven (remove the Crumb Tray first) use a damp soapy cloth or sponge. Never use harsh abrasives or corrosive products including oven cleaner sprays. These could damage the oven surface. Never use steel wool pads on the Air Fryer Oven or accessories.
3. The Oven Rack, Baking/Drip Pan, Air Fryer Basket and Crumb Tray should be hand-washed in hot, sudsy water or use a nylon scouring pad or nylon brush. These parts are not dishwasher safe.
4. Always clean the Crumb Tray after each use. Excess food particles could cause smoking and will be hard to remove from the tray. To remove baked-on grease or burnt food particles you can soak the Crumb Tray in hot, sudsy water or use nonabrasive cleaners. Never operate the oven without the Crumb Tray in place.
5. The top interior of the Air Fryer Oven should be cleaned to remove excess grease that may accumulate after cooking greasy foods. Doing so will prevent smoking in the oven during subsequent uses.

Troubleshooting

Limited Warranty

Geek Technology Co.Ltd. warrants this Geek Chef Air Fryer Countertop Oven to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase. If a defect is discovered within the warranty period, Geek Technology Co.Ltd. will repair or replace the Product at no cost. This limited warranty applies only to the original purchaser and is effective only when used in the United States.

For warranty or repair service, call 1-844-801-8880 or email care@geektechnology.com. Have the Product's model number, date code (on rating label), name, address, city, state, zip code, and phone number ready.

No other warranty is applicable to this product. This warranty is in lieu of any other warranty, express or implied, including without limitation, any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. To the extent any implied warranty is required by law, it is limited in duration to the express warranty period above. Neither the manufacturer nor its U.S. distributor shall be liable for any incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages of any nature, including without limitation, lost revenues or profits, or any other damage whether based in contract, tort, or otherwise. Some states and/or territories do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives the original purchaser specific legal rights, and other rights may vary from state to state or territory.

This Limited Warranty Does Not Apply To:

1. Failure of product to perform during power failures and interruptions or inadequate electrical service.
2. Damage caused by transportation or handling.
3. Damage caused to the product by accident, vermin, lightning, winds, fire, floods, or acts of God.
4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, or improper installation, repair, or maintenance. Improper use includes using an external device that alters or converts the voltage or frequency of electricity.
5. Any unauthorized product modification, repair by unauthorized repair center, or use of non-approved replacement parts.
6. Abnormal cleaning and maintenance as described in the user's manual.
7. Use of accessories or components that are not compatible with this product.