User Manual Smart 5.8-Quart Air Fryer Model: CS158-AF Questions or Concerns? Mon–Fri, 9:00 am–5:00 pm PST/PDT support@cosori.
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Table of Contents Specifications Package Contents Specifications Important Safeguards ·· Key Safety Points 3 3 4 4 ·· General Safety ·· While Air Frying ·· Plug and Cord Getting to Know Your Air Fryer Display Diagram Display Messages Before First Use Using Your Air Fryer ·· Preheating ·· Air Frying ·· Shaking Food ·· Cooking Guide ·· More Functions Accessories Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Warranty Information Customer Support 5 5 5 6 7 8 9 11 11 12 15 16 17 17 18 19 21 22 Package Contents 1 1
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Follow basic safety precautions when using your air fryer. Read all instructions. Key Safety Points Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle. Only press the basket release button with the baskets resting flat on a counter (or any level, heat-resistant surface). The handle is attached to the inner basket, not the outer basket. When you press the basket release button, the outer basket will drop. Do not block any ventilation openings. Hot steam is released through air outlets.
General Safety • • cautious if using containers that aren’t metal or glass. Do not immerse the air fryer housing or plug in water or liquid. • Closely supervise children near your air fryer. • Unplug when not in use, and before cleaning. • • stable, heat-resistant surface away from heat sources or liquids. • burning. Wait for smoke to clear before pulling the baskets out. Contact Customer Support (see page 22). Do not use third-party replacement parts or • Do not use outdoors.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER Your Cosori Air Fryer uses rapid 360° air circulation technology to cook with little-to-no oil, for quick, crispy, delicious food with up to 85% fewer calories than deep fryers. With user-friendly, one-touch controls, nonstick PFOA-free baskets, and an intuitive, safe design, the Cosori Air Fryer is the star of your kitchen. Air Fryer Diagram Note: Do not try to open the top of the air fryer. This is not a lid. BACK FRONT B A I C F G E J H A. B. C. D. E.
DISPLAY DIAGRAM Note: • When you press a button to use a function or program, it will turn blue to show that it’s active. [Figure 1.1] Figure 1.
DISPLAY DIAGRAM (CONT.) Display Temperature display WiFi Indicator Delay Start Note: This indicates app configuration status. See extended digital manual (QR code on page 3). Note: Delay the start of your cooking program using the app. See extended digital manual (QR code on page 3). Time display DISPLAY MESSAGES or Cooking program has ended. Reminder to shake or flip food. or Air fryer is preheated and ready to start cooking.
BEFORE FIRST USE Setting Up 1. Remove all packaging from the air fryer, including any temporary stickers. 2. Place the air fryer on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface, away from areas that can be damaged by steam (such as walls or cupboards). Note: Leave 5 in / 13 cm of space behind and 5 in / 13 cm 5 in / 13 cm above the air fryer. [Figure 2.1] Leave enough room to remove the baskets. 3. Pull the handle to remove the baskets. Remove all plastic from baskets. 4.
Basket Tips • Separate baskets only after cooking, to serve food and wash baskets. • The button guard protects the release button from being pressed accidentally. Slide the button guard forward to press the release button. [Figure 2.3] • Never press the release button while carrying the baskets. • Only press the release button with the baskets resting flat on a counter (or any level, heat-resistant surface). • The handle is attached to the inner basket, not the outer basket. [Figure 2.
USING YOUR AIR FRYER Note: You can use the VeSync app to control all functions of your air fryer, follow in-app recipes, and more. For full instructions, see the extended digital manual (QR code on page 3). Preheating We recommend preheating before placing food into the air fryer, unless your air fryer is already hot. Food will not cook thoroughly without preheating. 1. Plug in. Press 2. Press Preheat. The display will show “400°F” and “5 MIN”. 3.
Air Frying Note: • Do not place anything on top of your air fryer. This disrupts airflow and causes poor air frying results. [Figure 3.1] • An air fryer is not a deep fryer. Do not fill the baskets with oil, frying fat, or any liquid. • When taking the baskets out of the air fryer, be careful of hot steam, and do not press the basket release button. Figure 3.1 Preset Settings • You can customize time (1–60 minutes) and temperature (170°–400°F / 77°–205°C), unless noted. • Results may vary.
Preset Air Frying Programs Using a preset is the easiest way to air fry. Presets are programmed with an ideal time and temperature for cooking certain foods. 1. Preheat your air fryer (see page 11). 2. When your air fryer displays “READY”, add food to the baskets. 3. Select a preset cooking program (see page 12). 4. Optionally, customize the temperature and time. You can do this anytime during cooking. c. Put the baskets back into the air fryer. Note: See Shaking Food (page 15). 7.
Manual Air Frying 1. Preheat your air fryer (see page 11). 2. When your air fryer displays “READY”, add food to the baskets. 3. Set the temperature and time. You can change this any time during cooking. a. b. Press Temp/Time once. The temperature will blink on the display. Press the + or – buttons to change the temperature ( 170°–400°F / 77°–205°C). 5. or 6. Optionally, press Keep Warm. Press the + or – buttons to change the time (1–60 minutes). 7.
Shaking Food • When you take the baskets out, the air fryer will pause cooking automatically. As a safety feature, the display will turn off until the baskets are replaced. • When you replace the baskets, cooking will automatically resume. • Avoid shaking longer than 30 seconds, as the air fryer may start to cool down. How to Shake • During cooking, take the baskets out of the air fryer and shake, mix, or flip the food. A. To shake food: 1.
Cooking Guide Over-Filling • If the basket is overfilled, food will cook unevenly. • Food should not be filled over the “MAX” line of the inner basket. [Figure 5.1] Do not pack in food. Food Tips • You can air fry any frozen foods or goods that can be baked in an oven. • To make cakes, hand pies, or any food with filling or batter, place food in a heat-safe container before placing in the baskets. • Air frying high-fat foods will cause fat to drip to the bottom of the baskets.
More Functions Switching Temperature Units • • If you pull out the baskets, the air fryer will pause cooking automatically. The display will turn off temporarily as a safety feature. • When you return the baskets, the air fryer will automatically resume cooking based on your previous settings. Press and hold Temp/Time for 3 seconds. • The air fryer will beep once, and the temperature units will change from Fahrenheit to Celsius. • Repeat to switch back to Fahrenheit.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 5. Note: • Always clean the air fryer baskets and interior cloth. Do not immerse in water. [Figure 6.1] Clean the heating coil, if needed, to remove food debris. after every use. • Lining the outer basket with foil may make cleanup easier. 1. Turn off and unplug the air fryer. Allow it to cool completely before cleaning. Pull out the baskets for faster cooling. Clean the inside of the air fryer with a slightly moist, non-abrasive sponge or 6. Dry before using.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Solution Make sure the air fryer is plugged in. The air fryer will not turn on. Push the baskets securely into the air fryer. Foods are not completely cooked. Place smaller batches of ingredients into the inner basket. If the basket is overstuffed, then ingredients will be undercooked. Increase cooking temperature or time. Foods are cooked unevenly.
FCC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
WARRANTY INFORMATION Product Name Smart 5.8-Quart Air Fryer Model Number CS158-AF Default Warranty Period 1 year For your own reference, we strongly recommend that you record your order ID and date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to the following: • Damage due to abuse, accident, alteration, misuse, tampering, or vandalism. • Improper or inadequate maintenance. • Damage in return transit. • Unsupervised use by children under 18 years of age.
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