VORTEX PLUS TM 10 Quart Air Fryer Oven User Manual Welcome Important Safeguards Product Specifications Initial Setup Product, Parts and Accessories Control Panel Initial Test Run Smart Programs Rotisserie Cooking Cooking Timetable Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Warranty Contact Information
Welcome to the world of Instant cooking. Thank you for welcoming us into your kitchen. Having families ourselves, we developed the Instant™ Vortex™ Plus air fryer oven to allow busy families and professionals alike to cook healthy, delicious meals more easily and in less time. We have partnered with chefs, authors and bloggers to compile a collection of recipes that we hope you enjoy! Happy cooking, Robert J.
Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS............................................................................................. 4 Special Cord Set Instructions........................................................................................7 Product Specifications....................................................................................................7 Initial Setup........................................................................................................................
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed: 1. READ THE GETTING STARTED GUIDE AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS, SAFEGUARDS, AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THE APPLIANCE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. 2. Always operate the appliance on a stable, non-combustible, level surface. 3. The appliance’s outer surfaces may become hot during use. Do not touch hot surfaces.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 13. Do not place the appliance on any kind of stovetop, or in a heated oven. Heat from an external source will damage the appliance. 14. Do not let power cord contact hot surfaces or open flame, including a stovetop. 15. Do not use appliance for anything other than intended use. 16. Proper maintenance is recommended after each use. Refer to Care and Cleaning. Let the appliance cool to room temperature before cleaning or storage. 17. CAUTION Spilled food can cause serious burns.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 26. When in operation, hot air is released through the air vents. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the air vents and take extreme caution when removing the accessories from the appliance. 27. Should the unit emit black smoke, press Cancel and unplug the appliance immediately. Wait for smoking to stop before opening the door, then clean the appliance thoroughly. 28. Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use. 29.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WARNING To avoid injury, read and understand instruction manual before using this machine. WARNING Electrical shock hazard. Use grounded outlet only. DO NOT remove ground. DO NOT use an adapter. DO NOT use an extension cord. Failure to follow instructions can cause electrical shock and/or death.
Initial Setup • Read all the Important Safeguards before using the appliance. Failure to read and follow the Important Safeguards may result in damage to the appliance, property damage or personal injury. • Remove all packaging material and accessories from within and around the appliance. • Place the appliance on a stable, level surface, away from combustible material and external heat sources. • Leave at least 5” / 13 cm of space above and around all sides of the appliance.
Product, Parts and Accessories Before using the air fryer oven, verify that all parts and accessories are accounted for. Air Fryer Oven 10 Quart Air Vents (rear) Control Panel Heating Element (interior) Cooking Chamber (interior) Power Cord (rear) Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Product, Parts and Accessories Accessories Drip Pan Cooking Tray (x2) Rotisserie Basket Rotisserie Fork (x2) Rotisserie Spit Setting Screw (x2) Rotisserie Lift Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Control Panel 1 2 4 3 6 1 2 7 Display Indicates cooking time, cooking temperature, reminders and error messages. Display reads OFF when the oven is in Standby mode. Smart Programs Smart Programs control cooking times and temperatures automatically. Select a Smart Program by touching the label on the control panel. The key flashes to indicate that it has been selected.
Smart Program Settings Sound On/Off When in Standby (display indicates OFF), touch and hold both the Temp and Time minus (−) keys for 3 seconds to toggle sound on or off. Note: Error alerts cannot be silenced. Reset Individual Smart Programs When in Standby, touch and hold the Smart Program you wish to reset for 3 seconds. The Smart Program’s cooking time and cooking temperature are restored to the default setting.
Display Messages Indicates that the air fryer oven is in Standby mode. Indicates that the air fryer oven has begun pre-heating. Indicates that the air fryer oven has reached the desired temperature and food may be added. The timer counts down to indicate that a Smart Program is running. A reminder to turn, flip or shake food items, as recommended by your recipe. Indicates that the Smart Program has ended.
Initial Test Run Follow these steps to ensure your air fryer oven is operating properly. Approximate time: 25 minutes 1. Open the oven door. Place the drip pan on the bottom of the cooking chamber. Close the oven door. 2. Connect the power cord to a 120 V power source. The display reads OFF to indicate that the oven is in Standby mode. 3. Touch Air Fry on the control panel to select it. The default cooking time is 18 minutes. The default cooking temperature for Air Fry is 400ºF. 4.
Initial Test Run 8. Part way through the Smart Program, the oven beeps and displays turn Food to remind you to flip your food items. When cooking with both cooking trays, swap their positions in the cooking chamber. Open the glass door to automatically pause the Smart Program, then close the door to resume. Note: The turn Food notice only appears when using Air Fry and Roast Smart Programs. If Rotate is turned on, the message will not appear. Some food items do not need to be turned.
Smart Programs The Vortex Plus air fryer oven uses rapid air circulation to cook food, giving your meals all the rich, crispy flavor of deep frying with little or no oil. Smart Program Air Fry Default Time Time Range Default Temperature Temperature Range 18 minutes 1 – 60 minutes 400°F / 205°C 180 – 400°F / 82 – 205°C For all your favorite deep-fried meals, including fries, cauliflower wings, chicken nuggets and more.
Using the Rotisserie Accessories The Instant Vortex Plus is equipped with One-Step Even Crisp Technology™ for simple rotisserie-style cooking with delicious results. Always insert rotisserie accessories and food items into the cooking chamber before preheating the air fryer oven. To use the Rotisserie Basket Read these instructions and/or watch the tutorial video to ensure you are using the rotisserie properly. Failure to follow these steps could result in damage to the rotisserie catch.
Using the Rotisserie Accessories Always insert rotisserie accessories and food items into the cooking chamber before preheating the air fryer oven. To use the Rotisserie Spit and Forks 1 Unscrew the 2 setting screws. 2 Remove the forks from the spit.
Using the Rotisserie Accessories 3 Push the food item onto the spit. 4 Slide the forks onto both ends of the spit, ensuring the prongs are inserted into the food item. 5 Tighten the setting screws to secure the forks. CAUTION Ensure the food item is able to rotate freely in the cooking chamber. Do not allow food items to make contact with the heating coil.
Using the Rotisserie Accessories Always insert rotisserie accessories and food items into the cooking chamber before preheating the air fryer oven. To use the Rotisserie Spit or Basket Read these instructions and/or watch the video to ensure you are using the rotisserie properly. Failure to follow these steps could result in damage to the rotisserie catch. 1 Open the oven door and slide the rotisserie basket or rotisserie spit onto the guides in the cooking chamber.
Using the Rotisserie Accessories 3 Align the rotisserie spit with the hole in the rotisserie catch, and set the other end of the rotisserie spit in the notch on the right of the cooking chamber. Notch 4 Release the rotisserie catch lever. Rotate the accessory in place to ensure that it is held securely. 5 Close the oven door.
Using the Rotisserie Accessories 6 Select Air Fry or Roast. 22 7 Touch the + or − Temp and Time keys to adjust cooking temperature and time as desired. 8 Touch Start. 9 Touch Rotate.
Removing the Accessory Use caution when opening the oven door. The oven door and accessories will be hot. 1 Position the rotisserie lift hooks beneath the left and right arms of the accessory. 2 Move the rotisserie catch lever to the right to release the accessory. 3 Pull the accessory towards you, then release the rotisserie catch lever. 4 Carefully remove the accessory from the cooking chamber. WARNING Rotisserie spit, forks, and basket will be hot during and after cooking.
Cooking Timetable Food Setting Cook Time* Temperature* Accessory and Placement Thin-cut fries (Frozen) Air Fry / Roast 14 – 18 minutes 400°F / 205°C Rotisserie Basket Thin-cut fries (Fresh) Air Fry / Roast 18 - 20 minutes 400°F / 205°C Rotisserie Basket Thick-cut fries (Frozen) Air Fry / Roast 16 - 20 minutes 400°F / 205°C Rotisserie Basket Thick-cut fries (Fresh) Air Fry / Roast 20 - 25 minutes 400°F / 205°C Rotisserie Basket Chicken wings Air Fry / Roast 20 - 30 minutes 360°F /
Cooking Tips Instant air fryer ovens cook all your favorite fresh and frozen oven-baked and deep-fried snacks—fast! • Use the preset Smart Programs as a starting point, and experiment with cooking times and temperatures to get the results you prefer. • Rotisserie-cooked foods and rotisserie accessories must be placed in the oven before touching Start. • With the exception of rotisserie-cooked foods, most foods benefit greatly from a preheated oven.
Care and Cleaning Clean your Instant Vortex Plus air fryer oven and accessories after each use. Always unplug the oven and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly before use, and before storage. Part / Accessory Rotisserie Basket Instruction Cleaning Method For best results, use a bristled brush rather than a sponge or cloth. Optionally, spray with non-stick cooking spray before adding food. Rotisserie Spit and Disassemble before cleaning after each use.
Care and Cleaning Remove the Oven Door 1. Place one hand on top of the air fryer oven to hold it firmly in place. 2. Open the oven door to a 45º angle from the oven. 3. Pull the oven door up from the right side until it pops out of its track. Reinstall the Oven Door 1. Hold the oven door at a 45º angle from the oven. 2. Align the teeth at the bottom of the oven door with the grooves in the air fryer oven. 3.
Troubleshooting Register your product today. Contact Customer Care: 1-800-828-7280 support@instantappliances.com instantappliances.com/#Chat Problem Possible Reason Solution The appliance is not properly plugged in Ensure the power cord is plugged into the outlet firmly. Air fryer oven is plugged in but will Outlet is not powered not turn on Door is open CAUTION Black smoke is coming from air fryer oven White smoke is coming from air fryer oven Move the air fryer oven to another plug.
Warranty Limited Warranty This Limited Warranty is effective for one year from the date of original consumer purchase. Proof of original purchase date and, if requested by an authorized representative of Instant Brands Inc. (“Instant Brands”), return of your appliance, is required to obtain service under this Limited Warranty.
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