Instant 4QT User manual

INSTANT®ESSENTIALS

AIR FRYER 4QT

USER MANUAL

to your new Instant®Air Fryer!

This Instant Air Fryer can help you cook delicious meals with less oil

and hassle, compared to traditional deep frying. We hope you fall

in love with Instant air frying and enjoy it in your kitchen for years

to come!

Get started with your new Instant Essentials Air Fryer!

Welcome

Before using your new Instant®Air Fryer, read all instructions,

including the Safety and Warranty document. Failure to follow

the safeguards and instructions may result in personal injury

and/or property damage.

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX

Air Fryer

Parts + accessories

Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.

Air vents (rear)

Cooking chamber (inside)

Time control dial

Control panel

Basket handle

Basket

Temperature control dial

Power cord (rear)

Cooking tray

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HOW TO USE

Control panel

We’ve designed this Instant®Air Fryer to be our simplest and easiest air

fryer to use. With just two knobs to control temperature and time, you

can start cooking delicious meals right away.

1. Temperature control knob

• Off

• Warm (170°F)

• 200°F – 400°F

2. Time control knob

• 0 min – 60 min

3. Power light

4. Heat On light

3 4

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INITIAL SETUP

Unpack

1. Remove the Instant®Air Fryer from the box.

2. Remove all the packaging material from in and around the appliance.

3. Make sure to remove all the accessories from inside the cooking chamber.

4. DO NOT remove the safety warning stickers or the rating label from

the air fryer.

Clean before use

1. Wipe the internal cooking chamber and basket with a damp cloth —

use a clean, soft cloth to dry.

2. Wash the cooking tray with hot water and dish soap, and Rinse with

warm, clear water and use a soft cloth to dry.

Placement

1. Place the air fryer on a stable, level surface, away from combustible

material and external heat sources. DO NOT place your Instant®Air

Fryer on top of another appliance.

2. Make sure to leave at least 5 inches (13 cm) of space above and

around all sides of the appliance to allow for sufﬁcient air ﬂow.

Test run

Before using your new Instant®Air Fryer for the ﬁrst time, you must

perform a test run to ensure the cooker is working properly.

To perform a test run:

1. Plug the air fryer into an electrical outlet. The power light will

turn on.

2. Insert the air frying basket into the cooker, but do not add food.

3. Rotate the temperature control dial to 400°F.

4. Rotate the time control dial to 15 minutes.

5. The heat on light will turn on during cooking. The air fryer will

chime to let you know that timer has run out.

6. Let the unit cool.

Now you’re ready to cook a meal in your Instant®Air Fryer!

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COOKING

The Instant®Air Fryer uses rapid air circulation to crisp or cook food,

giving your meals all the rich, crispy ﬂavor of deep frying, with little

to no oil.

HOT SURFACES

The air fryer will be hot during and after cooking. Always exercise

extreme caution when removing food from the hot cooking

chamber. Touching hot surfaces may result in personal injury,

and/or property damage.

MUST ALLOW AIR FLOW

To prevent personal injury, do not block air intake or air vents.

What to cook in

• Cooking tray is perforated to allow for airﬂow and should be used

for most foods, like wings and cauliﬂower bites.

You can place food directly on the cooking tray, without using foil or

other coverings.

Prep

Cut, chop, season, marinate or batter your ingredients according to

your recipe.

Cook

1. Place your food into the air frying basket, according to your recipe.

2. Insert the air frying basket into the cooker.

When the air frying basket is inserted securely, the front of the basket is

flush with the front of the cooker.

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3. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired

temperature setting.

4. Turn the time control dial to the desired time setting.

Finish

• The air fryer will chime to let you know that cooking is complete.

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CLEANING

Clean your Instant®Air Fryer after each use. Always unplug the unit

and let all parts cool to room temperature before cleaning. Before use

or storing, make sure all surfaces are dry.

To prevent electric shock, unplug before cleaning.

DO NOT immerse power cord, plug or the appliance in water or

other liquid, which may result in electric shock.

Part Cleaning instructions

Cooking tray • Dishwasher safe.*

• The cooking trays have a non-stick coating. Avoid

using metal utensils, steel wool pads or harsh

cleansers when cleaning.

Removable air

frying basket

• Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.

• Dishwasher safe.*

• Avoid using metal utensils, steel wool pads or

harsh cleansers when cleaning.

Cooking chamber • Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.

• Always check the heating coil and cooking

chamber walls for oil spatter and food debris, and

clean as needed.

• Ensure the heating coil is dry before turning on

the air fryer.

• To remove baked-on grease and food residue from

the cooking chamber, spray with a mixture of

baking soda and vinegar and wipe clean with damp

cloth. For stubborn stains, allow the mixture to sit

on the affected area for several minutes before

scrubbing clean.

Exterior of cooker • Clean with a soft, damp cloth or sponge. Wipe dry.

Power cord • While the cooker is unplugged, use a barely damp

cloth to wipe any particles off cord

*Some discoloration may occur after machine washing, but this will not affect the cooker’s

safety or performance.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause Solution

Air fryer will

not turn on

The appliance is not properly

plugged in.

Make sure the power cord is

plugged into the outlet ﬁrmly.

Outlet is not powered. Plug another appliance into

the same outlet to test the

circuit.

The air fryer basket is not

fully inserted into the unit.

Make sure the air fryer basket

is fully inserted.

Black smoke is

coming from

the air fryer

Using an oil with a low smoke

point.

Cancel cooking, unplug the

cooker and allow it to cool to

room temperature.

Choose a neutral oil with a

high smoke point, such as

Canola, Avocado, Soybean,

Safﬂower, or Rice Bran.

Food residue on the heating

coil, in the cooking chamber

or on the accessories.

Cancel cooking, unplug the

cooker and allow it to cool to

room temperature.

Remove all accessories from

the cooking chamber and

clean the cooking chamber

and all accessories thoroughly.

For more information, see

‘Cleaning’ on page 11.

Appliance malfunction. Contact Consumer Care.

White smoke

is coming from

the air fryer

Cooking foods with a high

fat content, such as bacon,

sausage, and hamburger

Avoid air frying foods with a

high fat content. Check the

cooking chamber for excess

oil and/or fat and carefully

remove as needed before air

frying.

Water is vaporizing, producing

thick steam.

Pat dry moist food ingredients

before air frying. Do not add

water or other liquid to the

cooking chamber when air

frying.

Seasoning on food has blown

into element

Be mindful when seasoning

food. Spray vegetables

and meats with oil before

seasoning to help the

seasoning stick.

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LEARN MORE

There’s a whole world of Instant®Air Fryer information and help just

waiting for you. Here are some of the most helpful resources.

Instanthome.com/register

Contact Consumer Care

In the Instant Brand Connect app

Instanthome.com/customer-care-center

support@instanthome.com

Instant Brands Connect App with 1000+ recipes

Instanthome.com

iOS and Android app stores

Cooking charts and more recipes

Instanthome.com

How-to videos, tips and more

Instanthome.com

Replacement parts and accessories

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