
Elite Gourmet EAF1222SS 12L French Door Air Fryer Oven

PARTS IDENTIFICATION
- Power Indicator
- Timer Knob
- Function Knob
- Air Fryer Temperature Knob
- Oven Temperature Knob
- Interior Light Switch
- Cool-Touch Handle
- Viewing Window
- Slide-Out Crumb Tray: The removable crumb tray slides out from the bottom front of the Air Fryer Oven for easy cleaning. Always ensure that the crumb tray is placed underneath the bottom whenever it is being used.
- Wire Rack
- Baking Pan/Drip Tray: Use alone when baking or roasting. The Baking Pan/Drip Tray can be placed in any of the three rack positions. To ensure food doesn’t stick, use a little oil or butter to coat the pan.
- Air Fryer Basket: The Air Fryer Basket is designed to allow air to pass through the basket for even cooking. The Air Fryer Basket should be placed in the middle rack position unless a recipe states otherwise.

CONTROL PANEL
TIMER KNOB
Turn the cooking time up to 120 minutes.
FUNCTION KNOB
Turn to set the cooking method.
- Air Fry: 4 pc upper heating elements + high speed fan
- Broil + Convection: 2 pc upper heating elements + convection
- Broil: 2 pc upper heating elements
- Toast + Convection: 2 pc upper heating elements + 2 pc lower heating elements + convection
- Bake + Convection: 2 pc lower heating elements + convection
- Bake: 2 pc lower heating elements
AIR FRYER TEMPERATURE KNOB
Turn to the set temperature for air frying. NOTE: Only use the Air Fryer Temp. Knob to set the temperature for air frying. For all other functions, use the Oven Temperature Knob.
OVEN TEMPERATURE KNOB
Turn to set the temperature for broiling, baking, toasting, and warming.
BEFORE FIRST USE
- Before using your Air Fryer Oven for the first time, carefully remove all packaging material and recycle appropriately.
- Remove the parts from the box and wash the accessories with warm, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge. IMPORTANT: DO NOT IMMERSE THE MAIN HOUSING IN WATER. Wipe the interior and exterior of the appliance clean with a damp cloth.
- Place the appliance on a flat, horizontal, and stable surface (make sure the surface is heat-resistant). Place away from walls and other appliances. Leave approximately 4 inches of space from nearby objects.
OBJECTS SHOULD NOT BE STORED ON THE TOP OF THE OVEN. IF THEY ARE, REMOVE ALL OBJECTS BEFORE YOU TURN ON YOUR OVEN. THE EXTERIOR WALLS GET VERY HOT WHEN IN USE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
HOW TO USE
AIR FRYING
- Place the crumb tray at the bottom of your oven below the heating element.
- Close the oven door and set your Function Knob to Air Fry.
- Set your Air Fryer Temperature Knob to the desired temperature. The Air Fryer Temp. Knob only works with the air fry function. The temperature shown on the Oven Temp. Knob does not affect the Air Fryer Knob setting.
- Turn the Timer Knob to the desired cooking time to turn on the oven and begin air frying.
- The Power Indicator will illuminate. The Timer Knob will ring when the cycle is complete.
- To stop air frying, turn the Timer Knob to the “Off” position.
BROILING/CONVECTION BROILING
- Place the crumb tray at the bottom of your oven below the heating element.
- Close the oven door and set your Function Knob to either Broil or Broil + Conv.
- Set your Oven Temperature Knob to the desired temperature.
- Turn the Timer Knob to the desired cooking time to turn on the oven.
- The Power Indicator will illuminate. The Timer Knob will ring when the cycle is complete.
- To stop broiling, turn the Timer Knob to the “Off” position.
CONVECTION TOASTING
- Place the crumb tray at the bottom of your oven below the heating element.
- Close the oven door and set your Function Knob to Toast + Conv.
- Set your Oven Temperature Knob to the desired temperature.
- Turn the Timer Knob to 20 minutes to begin cooking, then down to your desired shade. For light toast, set the timer to approximately 3 minutes, and for dark toast, set the timer to approximately 8 minutes.
- The Power Indicator will illuminate. The Timer Knob will ring when the cycle is complete.
- To stop toasting, turn the Timer Knob to the “Off” position.
BAKING/CONVECTION BAKING
- Place the crumb tray at the bottom of your oven below the heating element.
- Close the oven door and set your Function Knob to either Bake or Bake + Conv.
- Set your Oven Temperature Knob to the desired temperature.
- Turn the Timer Knob to the desired cooking time to turn on the oven.
- The Power Indicator will illuminate. The Timer Knob will ring when the cycle is complete.
- To stop baking, turn the Timer Knob to the “Off” position.
WHEN FRYING IS COMPLETE:
- When the timer completes its countdown, the air fryer oven will ring and stop heating; this signals it is time to remove your food.
- Carefully open the glass door using the door handle. Check that your food is ready. If not, then close the glass door and set the timer for a few more minutes.
- Empty the contents into a bowl or onto a plate using non-metallic tongs or a scoop.
- When the next batch of ingredients is ready, the air fryer oven is instantly ready to use again.
- Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet if not in use.
CAUTION: When opening the glass door, be careful of steam. Keep your hands and face away from the opening.
NOTE: After cooking, the air fryer basket, rack, or pan will be extremely hot to the touch. Do not touch the surfaces of the basket, rack, or pan directly.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
The Air Fryer Oven should be cleaned thoroughly after every use.
- Make sure the Power Cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet and that the appliance has cooled down before attempting to clean.
- Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they will damage the finish. Simply wipe the exterior with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Apply the cleansing agent to a cloth, not directly onto the oven, before cleaning.
- To clean interior walls, use a damp cloth and a mild liquid soap solution or a spray solution on a sponge. Never use harsh abrasives or corrosive products. These could damage the oven surface. Never use steel wool pads, etc., on the interior of the oven.
- Oven Rack, Baking Pan, Air Fryer Basket, and Crumb Tray should be hand-washed in hot, sudsy water or use a nylon scouring pad or nylon brush. They are NOT dishwasher safe.
- After cooking greasy foods and after your oven has cooled, always clean the top interior of the oven. If this is done regularly, your oven will perform like new. Removing the grease will help to keep toasting consistent, cycle after cycle.
- To remove crumbs, slide out the Crumb Tray and discard crumbs. Wipe clean and replace. To remove baked-on grease, soak the tray in hot, sudsy water or use nonabrasive cleaners. Never operate the oven without the Crumb Tray in place.
- Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
HINTS & TIPS
- Smaller cuts of food usually require a slightly shorter cooking time than larger cuts.
- A larger amount of food only requires a slightly longer cooking time, and a smaller amount of food only requires a slightly shorter cooking time.
- Stirring or shaking smaller foods mid-way through the cooking process will improve the result and can help cook more evenly.
- Adding a small amount of oil to fresh potatoes can result in a crispier result. Cook your ingredients in the air fryer for a few minutes after adding the oil.
- Do not air fry extremely greasy foods such as sausages in the air fryer.
- Snacks that can be prepared in an oven can also be prepared in the air fryer oven.
- The air fryer oven can also reheat food. To reheat foods, set the temperature to 300°F for up to 10 minutes.
- To cook frozen foods, add 3–5 minutes to your cook time.
HOMEMADE FRENCH FRIES:
- The optimum amount for air frying crispy fries is 17.5 oz. or a little over 1 lb.
- When making your own French fries, follow these steps:
- Peel potatoes and slice them into strips.
- Wash and dry them thoroughly.
- Mix potato strips in a bowl with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil; make sure they are evenly coated.
- Using your hands or tongs, place the potato strips onto the frying rack.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE


AIR FRYER OVEN RECIPES
GOLDEN FRIED ONION RINGS
- 6 med. mild white onions
- 1 1/8 cup sifted flour
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg, slightly beaten
Direction
- Slice the onion 1/4 inch thick and separate into rings.
- Preheat air fryer to 395°F for 3 minutes.
- Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl and stir just until dry ingredients are moistened.
- Dip the onion rings into the flour mixture.
- Place into the air fryer basket and program to cook at 395°F for 21–24 minutes.
- Repeat the process until all onion rings are cooked.
BUFFALO WINGS
- 24 wings (4 lbs.)
- Salt & pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 to 5 tsp. hot sauce
- 1 tsp. white vinegar
Direction
- Sprinkle wings with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Preheat air fryer to 395°F for 3 minutes.
- Place wings into the air fryer and program to cook at 395°F for 23–29 minutes.
- When wings are golden brown and crisp, remove from the air fryer. Add the rest of the wings; repeat the process.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan; add hot sauce and vinegar. Pour sauce over wings and mix well to cover.
- Serve with Blue Cheese Dressing and celery sticks.
LIMITED WARRANTY* ONE (1) YEAR
WARRANTY IS VALID WITH A DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE FROM AN AUTHORIZED RETAILER
- Your small kitchen appliance is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from any manufacturing defects under normal use and conditions for one (1) year, cord excluded. This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.
- Retail stores/merchants selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify, or in any way revise the terms and conditions of the warranty.
- If you use your appliance for household use and according to instructions, it should give you years of satisfactory service.
- At its sole discretion, Maxi-Matic USA will either repair or replace the product found to be defective during the warranty period.
- The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for the remaining balance of the one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period.
- Consumer’s remorse is not an acceptable reason to return a product to our Service Center.
- This limited warranty covers appliances purchased and used within the 50 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia and does NOT cover normal wear of parts or:
- Damages caused by unreasonable use, neglect, normal wear and tear, commercial use, improper assembly, or installation of the product.
- Damages caused in shipping.
- Damages caused by the replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.
- Defects other than manufacturing defects.
- Breakage caused by misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care and maintenance, or incorrect current or voltage.Lost or missing parts of the product. Parts will need to be purchased separately.
- Damages of parts that are not electrical, i.e., cracked or broken plastic/glass, scratched/dented inner pots.
- Damage from service or repair by unauthorized personnel.
- Extended warranties are purchased via a separate company or reseller.
- Acts of nature such as fire, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.
- This warranty does not apply to remanufactured merchandise.
Maxi-Matic, USA, shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Apart from the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in time to the duration of the warranty. One Year Limited Warranty valid only in the 50 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia, excluding Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the USA; product usage that is in violation of the written instructions provided with the unit will void this warranty. For international warranty, please contact the local distributor. This warranty gives you special legal rights, and you may also have other rights to which you are entitled, which may vary by state, province, and/or jurisdiction. Any instruction or policy included in this manual may be subject to change at any time.
MAXI-MATIC, USA
18401 E. Arenth Ave.
City of Industry, CA 91748
Customer Support Hours of Operation: MON–FRI 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM PST
(800) 365-6133 Ext: 120/107/105; (626) 912-9877 Ext: 120/107/105
Visit: www.maxi-matic.com for Live Chat Support and Contact Us Form
RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
RETURNS:
- Any return of defective merchandise to the manufacturer must be processed accordingly by first contacting customer service [email protected] to obtain an RA # (Return Authorization Number). We will not accept any returns of merchandise without an applicable RA #.
- IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your following these instructions if you are returning the unit to Maxi-Matic, USA:
- Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable box with sufficient cushioning to avoid damage in shipping.
- Before packing your unit for return, be sure to enclose:
- Your name, full address with zip code, daytime telephone number, and RA #;
- A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE;
- The model number of the unit and the problem you are having (enclose in an envelope and tape directly to the unit before the box is sealed); and
- Any parts or accessories related to the problem.
- Maxi-Matic, USA recommends that you ship the package via UPS ground service for tracking purposes. We cannot assume responsibility for lost or damaged products returned to us during incoming shipment. For your protection, always carefully package the product for shipment and insure it with the carrier. C.O.D. shipments cannot be accepted.
- All return shipping charges must be prepaid by you.
- Once your return has been received by our warehouse, Maxi-Matic, USA will repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or workmanship, subject to the conditions in paragraph B.
- Maxi-Matic will pay the shipping charges to ship the repaired or replacement product back to you.
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Elite Gourmet EAF1222SS 12L French Door Air Fryer Oven-FAQs
How do you use the Elite Gourmet air fryer oven?
Place the food on the tray or basket, add a small amount of oil if desired, select a cooking preset or manually set the temperature and time, then press start.
How do I use the air fryer oven for the first time?
Before first use, wash all removable accessories, place the unit on a heat-safe surface, plug it in, and run it empty for about 10 minutes to remove any new-appliance smell.
How do I start the Elite Gourmet air fryer oven?
Insert the trays properly, close the French doors, select a cooking function, set the temperature and time, and press the power/start button to begin cooking.
Do I need to preheat the Elite Gourmet air fryer oven?
Preheating is recommended for best results, especially for baking and frozen foods. It helps ensure even cooking and crisp texture.
How do you preheat the Elite Gourmet air fryer?
Set the temperature to around 360°F–400°F and run the unit for 3–5 minutes before adding food.
How long does it take to preheat an air fryer to 400°F?
Most air fryer ovens preheat to 400°F within 3 to 5 minutes, depending on size and model.
Can I skip preheating my air fryer oven?
You can skip preheating for some foods, but it may result in uneven cooking or less crisp results.
Can I put food in the air fryer during preheating?
It’s better to wait until preheating is complete so the food cooks evenly from the start.
Do I need oil in an air fryer oven?
Oil is optional. A small amount can improve crispiness, but the air fryer oven can cook food with little or no oil.
What happens if I don’t use oil in an air fryer?
Food will still cook, but it may be slightly drier or less golden compared to lightly oiled food.

