COSORI CAF-LI211 Lite 2.1-Quart Mini Air Fryer User Manual

COSORI CAF-LI211 Lite 2.1-Quart Mini Air Fryer

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 99% less oil than deep fryers. With a nonstick basket and an easy-to-use, safe design, the COSORI Air Fryer is the star of your kitchen.

Note:

• Do not try to open the top of the air fryer. It is not a lid.
• The basket and crisper plate are made of aluminum with a nonstick coating and without BPA.

Air Fryer Diagram

• A. Air Inlet
• B. Control Screen
• C. Crisper Plate
• D. Air Outlet
• E. Power Cord
• F. Basket
• G. Basket Handle

Display Diagram

Note: An orange dot will appear next to the selected cooking function to show that it’s active.

Control Panel

Note:

• To save or reset presets, see Cooking Functions (see page 11).
• Press and hold for 10 seconds to reset your air fryer.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Setting Up

1. Remove all packaging from the air fryer, including any temporary stickers and the protective cover fitted over the power plug.
2. Place the air fryer on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface. Keep away from areas that can be damaged by steam (such as walls or cupboards). Note: Leave 5 inches / 13 cm of space behind and above the air fryer (Figure 1.1). Leave enough room to remove the basket.
3. Pull the handle to remove the basket. Remove all plastic from the basket.
4. Wash the basket and crisper plate thoroughly, using either a dishwasher or a non-abrasive sponge.
5. Wipe the inside and outside of the air fryer with a slightly moist cloth. Dry with a towel.
6. Insert the crisper plate back into the basket, and place the basket inside the air fryer.

Test Run

A test run will help you become familiar with your air fryer, ensure it is working correctly, and clean it of any possible residues in the process.

1. Make sure the air fryer basket is empty and plug in the air fryer.
2. Press to select the Air Fry function. The display will show “400°F” and “15 MIN”.
3. Press to adjust the time. Press – to change the time to 5 minutes.
4. Press to begin. When finished, the air fryer will beep.
5. Remove the basket. Let the basket cool completely for 10–30 minutes.

Note:

• Any air fryer may have a plastic smell from the manufacturing process. This is normal. If the plastic smell does not decrease after a test run, contact Customer Support (see page 18).
• Use caution when turning the basket over after cooking, as the hot crisper plate may fall out and create a safety hazard.
• Do not unscrew the basket handle from the basket.

USING YOUR AIR FRYER

Note:

• Do not place anything on top of your air fryer. The objects may fall off and damage your air fryer (Figure 2.1).
• An air fryer is not a deep fryer. Do not fill the basket with oil, frying fat, or any liquid.
• When taking the basket out of the air fryer, be careful of hot steam.

Cooking Functions

Using a cooking function is the easiest way to air fry. Cooking functions are programmed with an ideal time and temperature for different cooking methods.

1. Press to cycle through cooking functions (Air Fry, Bake, Roast, or Reheat). The air fryer will automatically change to the function’s default settings.
2. You can change a function’s time (1–60 minutes) and temperature (170°–400°F) by pressing to select temperature or time, and using + or – to increase or decrease the temperature or time.

Note: Press and hold + or – to rapidly increase or decrease the temperature or time.

• To modify a cooking function:
• Press to select a cooking function, and adjust the time and temperature.
• Press and hold for 3 seconds.
• To reset all cooking functions:
• Press and hold for 10 seconds.

Air Frying

• Place the crisper plate into the basket. The crisper plate allows excess oil to drip down to the bottom of the basket. Note: The crisper plate may not be used for certain recipes, such as muffins and breads.
• Add food to the basket.
• Select a cooking function (see page 11).
• If no cooking function is selected, the air fryer will default to previously used settings.
• Optionally, you can set a custom time and temperature without choosing a cooking function.
• Press and use + or – to increase or decrease the temperature (170°–400°F) or time (1–60 minutes). Note: You can change the temperature and time anytime during cooking. Press % and use + or – to change the settings.
• Press to begin air frying.
• Certain recipes may require you to shake food halfway through the cooking time (see Shaking Food, page 12).
• Take the basket out of the air fryer (be careful of hot steam). The air fryer will pause cooking automatically, and the display will turn off until the basket is replaced.
• Shake or flip the food.
• Put the basket back into the air fryer to continue cooking.
• The air fryer will beep 3 times when finished. The display will show “End.
• Take the basket out of the air fryer, being careful of hot steam. Use tongs or heat-safe utensils to remove the food from the basket.
• Allow to cool before cleaning.

Shaking Food

How to Shake

During cooking, take the basket out of the air fryer and shake, mix, or flip the food.

a. To shake food:

1. For safety purposes, hold the basket just above a heat-resistant surface.
2. Shake the basket.

Note: Do not use this method if there is a risk of hot liquids splashing.

b. If the basket is too heavy to shake or there are hot liquids present:

• Place the basket on a heat-resistant holder or surface.
• Use tongs to mix or flip the food.
• When you remove the basket, the air fryer will pause cooking automatically, and the display will show [- – – – – ] until the basket is replaced.
• When you replace the basket, cooking will automatically resume.
• Avoid shaking longer than 30 seconds, as the air fryer may start to cool down.

What to Shake

• Small foods that are stacked will usually need shaking, such as fries or nuggets.
• Without shaking, foods may not be crispy or evenly cooked.
• You can flip other foods, such as steak, to ensure even browning.

When to Shake

• Shake or flip food once halfway through cooking, or more if desired.

Cooking Guide

Overfilling

• If the basket is overfilled, food will cook unevenly. Do not pack food.

Using Oil

• Adding a small amount of oil to your food will make it crispier. Use no more than 2 US tbsp / 30 mL of oil.
• Oil sprays are excellent for applying small amounts of oil evenly to all food items.

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 the food in a heat-safe container before placing it in the basket.
• Air frying high-fat foods will cause fat to drip to the bottom of the basket. To avoid excess smoke while cooking, pour out fat drippings after cooking.
• Liquid-marinated foods create splatter and excess smoke. Pat these foods dry before air frying.

French Fries

• Add ½–1 US tbsp / 8–15 mL oil for crispiness.
• When making fries from raw potatoes, soak the uncooked fries in water for 15 minutes to remove starch before air frying. Pat dry with a towel before adding oil.
• Cut uncooked fries smaller for crispier results.
• Try cutting fries into ¼-inch by 3-inch / 0.6-cm by 7.6-cm strips.

Note: For more tips and recipes, check out the VeSync app and COSORI website.

More Functions

Switching Temperature Units

• Press and hold + and – at the same time for 3 seconds.
• The temperature unit will change from Fahrenheit to Celsius.
• Repeat to switch back to Fahrenheit.

Pausing

• Press to pause cooking. The air fryer will stop heating, and will blink until you press again to resume cooking.
• After 30 minutes of inactivity, the air fryer will turn off.
• This function allows you to pause the cooking program without removing the basket from the air fryer.

Automatically Resume Cooking

• If you pull out the basket, the air fryer will pause cooking automatically, and the display will show [- – – – – ].
• When you return the basket, the air fryer will automatically resume cooking based on your previous settings.

Automatic Shutoff

• If the air fryer has no active cooking programs, it will clear all settings and turn off after 5 minutes of inactivity.
• If the basket is removed, the air fryer will clear all settings and turn off after 30 minutes of inactivity.

Overheat Protection

• If the air fryer overheats, it will automatically shut down as a safety feature.
• Let the air fryer cool down completely before using it again.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Note:

• Always clean the air fryer basket and crisper plate after every use.
• Lining the basket with foil (except the crisper plate) may make cleanup easier.

1. Turn off and unplug the air fryer. Allow it to cool completely before cleaning. Pull out the basket for faster cooling.
2. Wipe the outside of the air fryer with a moist cloth, if necessary.
3. The basket and crisper plate are dishwasher-safe. You can also wash the basket and crisper plate with hot, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge. Soak if necessary. Note: The basket and crisper plate have a nonstick coating. Avoid using metal utensils and abrasive cleaning materials.
4. For stubborn grease:
5. In a small bowl, mix 2 US tbsp / 30 g of baking soda and 1 US tbsp / 15 mL of water to form a spreadable paste.
6. Use a sponge to spread the paste on the basket and crisper plate and scrub. Let the basket and crisper plate sit for 15 minutes before rinsing.
7. Wash the basket with soap and water before using.
8. Clean the inside of the air fryer with a slightly moist, non-abrasive sponge or cloth. Do not immerse in water. If needed, clean the heating coil to remove food debris.
9. Dry before using.

Note: Make sure the heating coil is completely dry before turning on the air fryer.

ACCESSORIES

Additional and replacement accessories are available for your air fryer. For more information, contact Customer Support (see page 18).

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT – PART 15

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.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

FCC SUPPLIER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (SDOC)

Arovast Corporation hereby declares that this equipment is in compliance with the FCC requirements. The declaration of conformity may be consulted in the support section of our website, accessible from www.cosori.com.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARRANTY INFORMATION

TERMS & POLICY

Arovast Corporation (“Arovast”) warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase. Arovast agrees, at our option during the warranty period, to repair any defect in material or workmanship or furnish an equal product in exchange without charge, subject to verification of the defect or malfunction and proof of the date of purchase.

There is no other express warranty. This warranty does not apply:

• If the product has been modified from its original condition;
• If the product has not been used in accordance with directions and instructions in the user manual;
• To damages or defects caused by accident, abuse, misuse, or improper or inadequate maintenance;
• To damages or defects caused by service or repair of the product performed by an unauthorized service provider or by anyone other than Arovast;
• To damages or defects occurring during commercial use, rental use, or any use for which the product is not intended;
• To damages or defects exceeding the cost of the product.

Arovast will not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with the use of the product covered by this warranty. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser of the product and is not transferable to any subsequent owner of the product, regardless of whether the product is transferred during the specified term of the warranty.

This warranty does not extend to products purchased from unauthorized sellers. Arovast’s warranty extends only to products purchased from authorized sellers that are subject to Arovast’s quality controls and have agreed to follow its quality controls. All implied warranties are limited to the period of this limited warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

If you discover that your product is defective within the specified warranty period, please contact Customer Support via [email protected]. DO NOT dispose of your product before contacting us. Once our Customer Support Team has approved your request, please return the product with a copy of the invoice and order ID. Every COSORI product automatically includes a 2-year warranty. To make the customer support process quick and easy, register your product online at www.cosori.com/warranty.

This warranty is made by:
Arovast Corporation
1202 N. Miller St., Suite A
Anaheim, CA 92806

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

If you have any questions or concerns about your new product, please contact our helpful Customer Support Team.

Arovast Corporation
1202 N. Miller St., Suite A
Anaheim, CA 92806

Email: [email protected]
Toll-Free: (888) 402-1684

Support Hours
Mon–Fri, 9:00 am–5:00 pm PST/PDT
Please have your invoice and order ID ready before contacting Customer Support.

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