
ChefRobot CR-8 Ultracook Max

Specifications

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electrical shock. The appliance is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong grounding-type plug to fit the proper grounding-type receptacle. The appliance has a plug that looks like sketch A. An adaptor, sketch B, should be used for connecting sketch-A plugs to two-prong receptacles. The grounding tab, which extends from the adaptor, must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box, as shown in sketch C, using a metal screw.
Safety Precautions
- It is a household electronic product, and various safety devices are applied for the safety of users, and electrical safety regulations are observed.
- Please read this manual carefully before using this product, especially the safety precautions for use.
- Please keep this manual in an easily accessible place for reference at any time.
Safety Warnings
Please pay close attention wherever you see the terms Danger, Caution, Care, or Attention in this manual, and read these terms carefully before operating this product.
- Danger: Wrong or incorrect use of Chef Robot here could be dangerous and lead to personal injury or even death.
- Caution: Wrong or incorrect use here might be dangerous and lead to personal injury or even death.
- Care: Wrong or incorrect use of the Chef Robot here might lead to personal injury.
- Attention: These are useful tips for using Chef Robot. Using or not using will not affect your personal safety.
Cleaning other accessories
- All the accessories are made of high-quality food-grade plastic.
- They can be cleaned with a mild detergent and a soft cleaning cloth.
- The accessories are also dishwasher-safe.
Attention
- Ensure that the seal ring of the basket lid does not come into contact with any sharp or corrosive objects or surfaces. Otherwise, it may cause the seal ring to fail.
- Do not use sharp objects, such as stainless steel cleaning balls, to clean the accessories, to avoid scratching the surface of the accessories.
- When using a dishwasher, be sure to place the accessories on the upper layer to avoid being crushed and deformed during the cleaning process.
- During long-term use, some plastic parts may slightly discolor, but this does not affect normal use.
Storage & Maintenance
- Store the machine in its original packaging in a dry area.
- Keep away from children and pets.
- Do not expose to direct sunlight.

Cleaning the Mixing Bowl
- Remove the mixing bowl from the machine and remove the mixing blade as well.
- Scrub with a mild detergent and soft cleaning cloth, then rinse with water and let dry.
- It’s recommended that you put the mixing bowl in the dishwasher.
Cleaning the Mixing Blade
- Hold the upper part of the mixing blade, clean with a soft cleanser, then rinse with water.
- The mixing blade is also dishwasher-safe.

Attention
- Do not use abrasive objects, such as steel wool, to clean the mixing bowl. Doing so could damage or negatively affect the capacity to use the mixing bowl.
Caution
The mixing blade is extremely sharp. Please be very careful when installing or removing it.
Attention
- To prevent corrosion and rust, don’t use corrosive cleaners to clean the mixing blade.
- Rust on the mixing blade is harmless, but it can be removed using a soft brush or vinegar.
- Don’t soak the mixing blade in water for long periods of time. This can cause the mixing blade seal to lose its efficacy.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Cleaning the Main Unit
- Unplug the main unit before cleaning.
- Clean the main unit only with a dry or damp cloth.
- Do not pour water over the main unit.
- The main unit and electrical cables, and plugs should always be kept dry and clean.
- Do not immerse the main unit in water or other liquids.
- If water has managed to penetrate the main unit, contact our service center.
Caution
- Before cleaning the main unit, disconnect the machine from the power supply.
- If water penetrates the electrical components. You are in danger of an electric shock.
Self-Cleaning
- Using the self-cleaning mode of the quick functions, you can quickly clean the stubborn and sticky food left in the bowl and on the blade, such as dough.
- The time of self-cleaning can be adjusted according to your own needs.

Attention
- The cleaning mode can only use the mixing blade; using the other two blades may cause damage to the blade or the machine!

Troubleshooting

Warning: To assure continued FCC compliance:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC ID:2A4J6-CR-8 ![]()
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Contact
Click the “Contact” button to view after-sales contact information.
Basic Information
Click the “Basic Information” button to view the brand, model, and machine number.
About your ChefRobot
ChefRobot Overview
Knob Instructions

LED Button Guidelines

Operation Guide
Press the Operation Guide to open the guide. There are five options to select on the Operation Guide screen: Startup Wizard, Safety Guide, Instructions, Speed Guide, and Temperature Guide. Select any of the options to read the details.
Unpair Account

Switch On/Off
Connect the power cable to a suitable electrical wall outlet.
Main Functions
Chef Robot is a multifunctional smart kitchen cooking machine that allows you to create and share your own recipes with the app. It makes you find fun in cooking.
Pair Account

APP/Pair Account
A Download APP
- Search for “ChefRobot” in the app store to download and install. Please download the IOS system from the App Store and the Android system from Google Play.

- Scan the app QR code to download and install.
Installation/Use of Accessories
The Use Instruction of Three Blades
Mixing Blade
How to install the blade set
The vegetable blade has a powerful chopping function and adopts a special design that is easy to install and disassemble.
- For your safety, the mixing bowl must be removed from the machine before installing and removing the blade set.
- Place the mixing bowl on a flat table.
- Hold the upper part of the blade handle with your hand.
- Align the insertion port in the center of the blade set with the insertion point on the bottom of the mixing bowl.
- According to the specially designed structure, the blade set will automatically rotate while being fixed at the insertion site.

① Caution
- For your safety, the mixing bowl must be removed from the machine before installing and removing the blade set.
- The blade set is very sharp, so do not touch the blades during installation and removal to prevent scratches. Be sure to hold the handle for installation and removal.
- The blade set is not designed to fall off because of centrifugal force; however, the inverted mixing bowl will fall off by itself in the stopped state. Please do not invert the mixing bowl to prevent the blade head from falling and causing injury.
- When the machine is running, do not put your hands or other utensils into the mixing bowl to avoid the risk of personal injury or damage to the appliance.
- Do not install the blade while the ingredients are still on the cutting board. Be sure to install the blade before placing the ingredients.
- When using and operating the machine, keep hair and clothing away from the moving parts of the machine.
- When cleaning the blade set, be sure to do it when the mixing bowl is removed or powered off.
B. How to disassemble the blade set
- Hold the upper part of the blade handle
- Rotate the blade set to align with the shape of the insertion site
- Pull upwards and rotate 45°to disassemble.

Style Switch
Restore Factory Settings
- Select Restore factory settings to restore the machine to its original settings. By restoring the factory, all personalized settings on the machine will be cleared.
- When the factory settings need to be restored, if the machine has been paired with the app account, you need to select unpair.

Butterfly Blade
- The methods of installation and removal of the butterfly blade are the same as those of the mixing blade.
- Butterfly blade is mainly used for stirring viscous foods such as thick soups, seasoning sauces, and baby complementary food, or for foaming, such as making cream and whipping egg whites.

Attention
- Ensure that the kneading and stir-frying blade is installed properly before starting to use it. When using a kneading and stirring blade to knead the dough, the amount of flour added cannot exceed 800g. Excess flour can cause the machine to make abnormal noises.
- When using the kneading and stir-frying blade, the speed cannot exceed 3; otherwise, it will damage the machine.
- When using a kneading and stir-frying blade, do not add ingredients while the machine is running.
Kneading and Stir-frying Blade
- The method of installation and removal of the kneading and stir-frying blade is the same as that of the mixing blade.
- The kneading and stir-frying blade is mainly used for solid ingredients or very thick ingredients, such as kneading, or for stir-frying ingredients, which play a role in rolling the ingredients.

Attention
- Ensure that the butterfly stirring blade is installed in place before starting to use it.
- Use the butterfly mixing blade, and the speed cannot exceed 5; otherwise, it will damage the parts. Use a butterfly stirring blade to create foam, such as when whipping cream or egg whites. The amount of ingredients added must be greater than 200ml and less than 1500ml. Too few ingredients cannot create foam, and too many ingredients can not achieve good results, and the foam will overflow from the hole of the measuring cup.
- When using the butterfly stirring blade, do not add ingredients while the device is running.
- Do not use the butterfly stirring blade to cook solid or very thick ingredients, as it may damage the parts.
Version Upgrade
Select Upgrade online to update the system over the WiFi network. Version upgrade will not reset personalization settings.
Sleep mode
- The user can set the sleep mode, and the machine will automatically turn off the screen according to the set time.
- Adjustable range: 5 minutes to 60 minutes, with adjustable segments of 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 45 minutes, and 60 minutes. Alternatively, you can choose to cancel the sleep mode.
- The default sleep mode of the machine is 5 minutes.

Mixing Bowl
Mixing Bowl
The maximum capacity of the mixing bowl is 4L, and the side of the mixing bowl is marked with a capacity scale. When placing food, do not exceed the maximum capacity scale line.
How to install the mixing bowl
- Install the blade in the mixing bowl first.
- Hold the left and right handles of the mixing bowl with both hands, align the mixing bowl with the center of the body, and slowly insert it into the body..

Caution
- Before installing the mixing bowl, it is necessary to install the blades first, and then put down the mixing bowl.
The ingredients in the mixing bowl cannot exceed the maximum capacity scale line of 4L. Filling too many ingredients may cause injury. - During operation, make sure that the measuring cup hole on the mixing bowl lid is not blocked.
- Be careful when moving the mixing bowl to avoid spilling or splashing food from the mixing bowl.
- When it is necessary to remove the mixing bowl after cooking, hold the handle and do not touch the wall to avoid scalding.
Attention
- It is forbidden to use sharp, hard objects such as shovels, stainless steel spoons, steel wool, etc., to rub against the inner wall of the mixing bowl. Sharp, hard objects can scratch the inner wall of the mixing bowl.
Mixing Bowl Lid
The main function of the mixing bowl lid is to cover the mixing bowl when not in use. When using, make sure that the mixing bowl lid is locked; otherwise, the machine will not operate.
Caution
- Please do not forcefully open the mixing bowl lid during operation. If you want to open the mixing bowl lid, you must first stop the machine and open it after the motor has completely stopped rotating.
- When cooking at high speed, high temperature, and in large quantities, be aware that the inside may spray out if the mixing bowl lid is opened.
Attention
- When the equipment is running, do not put your hands, spoons, spatulas, and other cooking tools into the measuring cup hole.
- When the device is running, do not put large and hard ingredients into the measuring cup hole of the mixing bowl lid.
- When the device is running, you can add powdered ingredients such as flour and spices, or liquid ingredients such as purified water, cooking oil, and seasoning sauce.
Settings
Click the “Settings” button to enter the settings screen, including 12 settings: Language, WiFi, Country and time zone, Time and date, Unit system, Recipe font size, Display, Voice, Sleep mode, Version upgrade, and Restore factory settings, Style Switching.
Main Settings Screen
Click the icon to launch the main settings screen. You can view five functional screens: Settings, App/ Pair Account, Operation Guide, Basic Information, and Contact.
Basket
Installation/Disassembly
- The basket is equipped with a metal handle, as shown in the picture. Lift it by the handle and place it inside the mixing bowl, and then place the handle on the edge of the basket.
- To remove it, simply lift it out using the handle.

Attention: Scald
- The maximum capacity of the basket is 2.5L.
- When taking the basket, beware of burns caused by residual heat from the handle.
- Don’t put too much food in the basket when cooking, especially ingredients that can easily block the holes of the basket, such as rice, grains, etc.
Measuring Cup
The main functions of the measuring cup include the following:
- Closing the hole in the mixing bowl lid helps to seal the lid and maintain cooking heat.
- Preventing food in the mixing bowl from popping out or overflowing.
- Measuring ingredients – full capacity is 150mL. The measuring cup is marked with three scale lines of 50mL, 100mL, and 150mL.

Caution
- During cooking, the opening of the measuring cup must be upward. Press it down to lock it in place to avoid heat transfer to the measuring cup and cause burns.
- When removing the measuring cup during cooking, be careful of the rising steam to avoid scalding yourself.
Spatula
The spatula is made of food-grade, high-temperature-resistant silicone, which is safe and harmless. Long-term use is not easy to deform or crack. Use a spatula to remove the remaining food from the mixing bowl.
Caution
- Do not stretch the spatula into the measuring cup hole when the equipment is running.
- Make sure that the machine is completely stopped before using the spatula.
Recipe Search Screen
Tap this icon to launch the search function. You can search both internal and cloud recipes by recipe name.
Bookmark Function
If you want to quit cooking in the middle of a recipe, you can select the bookmark function to remember the current steps of cooking, as shown below.
Steamer (optional)
Method and steps of use
- Put the mixing bowl in place, add at least 500mL of water into the mixing bowl, and cover the mixing bowl lid.
- Place the steamer on the mixing bowl lid steadily, so that the bottom of the steamer is embedded in the transparent groove in the middle of the mixing bowl lid.
- Evenly place the ingredients to be steamed in the steamer. If there are multiple ingredients that are not large in size, you can place them separately in the steamer and the steaming rack.
- After placing the ingredients, cover the steamer lid on the steamer.

Caution
- Do not place too many ingredients in the steamer to prevent them from blocking the steam holes on the steamer rack and lid.
Attention
- Ensure that the measuring cup on the mixing bowl lid has been removed before placing it on the steamer.
- The mixing bowl lid, steamer, steaming rack, and steamer lid should be closely fitted to prevent steam from leaking out from the side.
- When starting the cooking function, it cannot exceed 5. If it exceeds 5, the device will not be able to heat.
- After the water boils, 250ml of water evaporates every 10 minutes. Please add appropriate water.
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ChefRobot CR-8 Ultracook Max-FAQs
What happened to Chefee Robotics after Shark Tank?
After appearing on Shark Tank in March 2024, Chefee Robotics shifted focus toward premium markets while improving its robotic cooking technology, following investor Kevin O’Leary’s strategic direction.
Are cooking robots like the ChefRobot worth buying?
Yes, for many users. Cooking robots simplify meal preparation, increase cooking success, and save time. However, they tend to be more expensive than standard kitchen appliances and may limit recipe personalization.
Why is developing a robot chef challenging?
Cooking involves many unpredictable variables such as food texture, timing, and temperature. These tasks are easy for humans but complex for robots, making the design and programming of a reliable cooking robot difficult.
Can a kitchen robot fully replace a human chef?
Not completely. Robots can perform repetitive and precise cooking tasks, but creativity, taste judgment, and presentation still require human expertise. The best results come from collaboration between humans and machines.
What is the difference between ChefRobot and Thermomix TM6?
The ChefRobot CR-8 Ultracook Max offers affordable pricing, temperature and speed control, built-in weighing scale, and a steaming function. The Thermomix TM6, meanwhile, features a larger touchscreen, built-in Wi-Fi, and guided recipe access.
What are the main disadvantages of robots in the kitchen?
Some drawbacks include high initial cost, limited creativity, technical maintenance needs, and reduced human interaction. Robots also depend heavily on software updates and power availability.
Can Elon Musk’s robots or Tesla Bot cook?
As of now, Tesla’s humanoid robots focus on industrial and household assistance tasks, but cooking functions are still in early development stages.
Are robots useful or harmful overall?
Robots are generally beneficial, performing repetitive and risky tasks efficiently. However, overreliance on robots can reduce human creativity and job opportunities in certain sectors.















