Chefman TurboFry® Touch Air Fryer

Quick Start Guide

Before First Use

1. Remove all packaging materials, stickers (except the rating label on the bottom), and ensure all parts and accessories are present.
2. Wipe 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 air fryer unit includes a control panel, a basket, and a basket rack. The control panel features buttons for presets, time/temperature adjustment, and start/stop functions. The basket is designed for easy removal and cleaning, often featuring a handle.

Control Panel Overview

The control panel features:

• Cooking Preset Buttons: Automatically suggest time and temperature for various foods.
• Temp/Time LED Display: Toggles between displaying time and temperature.
• Dash Display: Pulses when the unit is cooking.
• Shake Indicator: Lights up to remind you to shake the basket.
• Stop/Cancel Button: Stops or cancels the current setting or cooking cycle.
• Time/Temp Button: Selects time or temperature to set. Press and hold to change between °F and °C.
• Minus Sign Button: Decreases time or temperature.
• Plus Sign Button: Increases time or temperature.
• Start Button: Initiates the cooking cycle.

Preset Function Chart

Check foods for doneness against current safety guidelines before serving.

How to Cook in the TurboFry® Touch Air Fryer

The air fryer uses a high-speed fan to cook food quickly, allowing air circulation for even cooking and crisping. Excess fat drips away for healthier eating.

CAUTION: Never fill the basket with oil. Air fryers require little to no oil. If using oil, toss food with a small amount in a separate bowl before cooking.

1. Step 1: Prepare the food you plan to air fry.
2. Step 2: Place the air fryer on a hard, flat surface and plug it in. The control panel will illuminate.
3. Step 3: Insert the rack into the basket. Place food on the rack, then slide the basket into the air fryer.
4. Step 4: Set the desired time and temperature, then press Start.
5. Step 5: During cooking, the "Shake" light will illuminate, reminding you to shake or flip food. When the timer is done, the air fryer will turn off automatically. Remove the basket and serve.

CAUTION: Never spray the basket or rack with cooking oil from an aerosol spray can, as this can damage the nonstick coating. You may use oil from a non-aerosol mister.

Cleaning and Maintenance

The nonstick coating on the basket and rack makes cleaning easy.

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

User Guide

COOKING FORWARD™

Welcome! Whether this is your first Chefman® appliance or you're already part of the Chefman family, we're happy to be cooking with you! With your new TurboFry® Touch Air Fryer, you can air fry foods to crisp perfection with little to no oil for healthier eating. Its extra-large 8-quart basket capacity allows for family-sized meals, and its sleek square design with stainless-steel accents will look great in your kitchen.

Please take a few minutes to read our directions, safety instructions, and warranty information.

From our kitchen to yours,
The Chefman® Team

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

Contents

• Safety Instructions
• Features
• Operating Instructions
• Air Fryer Cooking Tips
• Troubleshooting FAQs
• Cleaning and Maintenance
• Terms and Conditions
• Warranty

Safety Instructions - Important Safeguards

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

1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the cord or plug in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from the outlet 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 cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Chefman® Customer Service.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
12. To disconnect, turn any control to "off," then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
13. Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.
14. Place the unit on a flat, sturdy, heat-resistant surface. Do not place the unit near or on any type of heat source, such as a gas or electric burner, stove, or oven. Do not use near an open flame or flammable materials.
15. The unit will emit some heat. Allow sufficient space around the unit when in use and do not place near other items or appliances.
16. Check that your home power supply corresponds with the intended voltage of the TurboFry® Touch Air Fryer.
17. Never wrap the cord tightly around the appliance during use or storage; this may cause the wire to fray and break.
18. This product is not a deep fryer. It is NOT meant to be filled with oil. Never fill any parts of the air fryer with oil. If you choose to use oil, toss food with oil in a separate bowl and then transfer food to the removable racks or basket.
19. Do not leave uncooked ingredients in the air fryer for more than a short period of time before cooking; raw meat, poultry, fish, fruits, and vegetables can spoil.
20. Do not move the TurboFry® Touch Air Fryer while it is full of food.
21. Do not move the unit during use. During initial use, you may notice some smoke and/or a slight odor. This is normal and should quickly dissipate. It should not happen after the appliance has been used a few more times.
22. Do not leave the TurboFry® Touch Air Fryer unattended during use.
23. Some areas get HOT during use, and the touch screen may get warm. Do not touch the heating elements. Do not place hands or other body parts near the air vents while the air fryer is in use; burns may result. Take caution when handling the hot air fryer rack and all removable parts.
24. Use protective mitts and/or tongs to remove hot food from the air fryer.
25. Store the TurboFry® Touch Air Fryer in a cool, dry place.

WARNING: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way or force it into the outlet. This could result in injury or electric shock.

Short Cord Instructions

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

1. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2. The cord 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 Cord Safety Tips

1. Never pull or yank on the cord or the appliance.
2. To insert the plug, grasp it firmly and guide it into the outlet.
3. To disconnect the appliance, grasp the plug and remove it from the outlet.
4. Before each use, inspect the power cord for cuts and/or abrasion marks. If any are found, this indicates that the appliance should be serviced, and the power cord replaced. Please contact Chefman® Support for assistance.
5. Never wrap the cord tightly around the appliance, as this could place undue stress on the cord where it enters the appliance and cause it to fray and break.

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

Do not place the appliance on a stovetop or any other heatable surface.

California Proposition 65: (Applicable for California Residents only) WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Operating Instructions

Before First Use

For best results, follow these steps before using your TurboFry® Touch Air Fryer for the first time:

1. Remove all packaging materials, such as plastic bags and foam inserts.
2. Read and remove any 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.
5. Wash the basket and basket rack with warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly.

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 the basket and insert the basket rack. (For easiest handling of the basket rack, pinch the center grip bar with your thumb and index finger.)
4. Put food on the rack. Do not let food surpass the MAX line embossed on the basket.
5. Slide the basket into the air fryer.
6. Set the time and temperature as desired or use the pre-set cooking parameters. To set temperature, press the TIME/TEMP button until the temp displays, and then press the plus or minus sign. To set time, press TIME/TEMP until the time displays and then press the plus or minus sign. If cooking with pre-set parameters, choose the icon that best represents the food and press it. This will set the pre-programmed time and temperature (see Chart on page 7 for details).
7. Press Start. The fan will come on and circular dashes on the display will animate.
8. 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.
9. 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, page 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 the basket is not pulled out. (If your food does not need to be shaken, flipped, or turned, simply ignore the warning.)
10. 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.
11. NOTE: On first use, the 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 cooks foods faster and promotes crisp results. If the unit is cold, add a few minutes to your expected cooking time. CAUTION: Be careful when adding food after preheating, as the inside of the 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 the 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 the basket, pinch the center grip bar at the bottom of the basket, and pull the rack straight up and out of the basket.
3. WARNING: Do not lift rack out of basket when hot or injury can occur.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Do not use abrasive cleansers on basket, rack, exterior, or interior, or you could damage the finishes.

Terms and Conditions - Limited Warranty

Chefman® 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, Chefman will send you a new one. If the product is no longer available, it will be replaced 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 the 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 You Need to Register Your Product

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

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How Do I Register My Product?

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This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province. Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusions or limitations set forth in this warranty, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you depending on the jurisdiction of purchase.

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