Colston COL-AIRFRY-001 User manual
AIR FRYER OVEN XL
USER MANUAL
COL-AIRFRY-001
PLEASE READ THE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Check that your main voltage corresponds to that stated on the appliance.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
4. Toprotectagainstelectricalshock,reorpersonalinjury,donotimmersecord,plugs,or
the appliance in water or other liquid.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or
takingoparts.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunc-
tions or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized
servicefacilityforexamination,repair,oradjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may
causeinjuries.
9. Do not use outdoors. This appliance is for HOUSHOLD USE ONLY.
10. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or where it could touch another heated
oven.
12. When operating the oven keep at least four inches of space on all sides of the oven to allow
for adequate air circulation.
13. Always operate on a stable, heat resistant surface. Do not use on a cloth-covered surface,
nearcurtainsorotherammablematerials.
14. Do not place the oven near the edge of a bench or table during operation. Ensure the surfa-
ceislevel,cleanandfreeofwater,our,etc.
15. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot
liquids.
16. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
17. Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in the Convection Toaster Oven Air
Fryer,astheymaycreateareorriskofelectricshock.
18.AremayoccuriftheConvectionToasterOvenAirFryeriscoveredortouchingammable
material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation. Do not store
any item on top of the appliance when in operation.
19.Donotcleanwithmetalscouringpads.Piecescanbreakothepadandtouchelectrical
parts involving a risk of electric shock.
20.Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of other than
metal or glass.
21. Do not store any materials in this oven when not in use.
22. Do not place any of the following materials in the oven: paper, cardboard, plastic,
and the like.
23.Do not cover crumb tray or any part of the oven with metal foil. This causes overheating of
the oven.
24. Do not leave unit unattended, especially when toasting or broiling.
25.Use extreme caution when disposing of hot grease.
26.Always wear protective, insulated oven mitts when inserting or removing items from the
hot oven.
27. To disconnect, turn all knobs back to the starting position making sure everything is OFF,
then remove plug from wall outlet.
PARTS DESCRIPTION
1. Tempered Glass Door
2. Door handle
3. Power Indicator Light
4. Function switch knob
5. Temperature Control Knob
6. Timer Switch Knob
7. Heating Indicator Light
8. Drip Tray / Baking Pan
9. Air Frying Basket
10. Baking Rack
11. Tray handle
12. Rotisserie Accessories
13. Crumb Tray
14. Oven Mitt
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4. 5. 6.
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8. 9. 10. 11.
12. 13. 14.
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SAFETY TIPS
1. When in use, always use oven mitts or potholders when touching any outer or inner surface
of the oven, or when handling accessories.
2. Toreduceriskofre,keepoveninteriorcleanandfreeoffood,oil,greaseandanyother
combustible materials.
3. Do not use metal utensils such as knives to remove food residue from the heating elements
as this can damage the appliance as well as lead to electrocution.
4. Do not store any materials in the oven when not in use.
3-PRONG PLUG INSTRUCTIONS
For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded. This appliance is equipped with a
power supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the
cord must be plugged into a matching 3 prong, grounding type wall receptacle, grounded in
accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 latest edition and all local codes
and ordinances. If a matching wall receptacle is not available, it is the personal responsibility
and obligation of the customer to have a properly grounded, 3-prong, wall receptacle installed
byaqualiedelectrician.Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from becoming en-
tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in
their use.
Note: The electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least that of the appliance. If the
electrical rating of the extension cord is too low, it could overheat and burn. The resulting ex-
tended cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where
it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
ABOUT YOUR AIR FRYER OVEN XL
Fry, bake, toast, broil and rotisserie with your Colston Air Fryer Oven XL. This innovative and
multifunctional appliance uses Rapid Hot Air Technology to cook food faster and make meals
healthier. The air frying mechanism works by circulating super-hot air around your food. This
deliversthesamecrispytextureandrichavorofyourfavoritefriedfoods—withlittleto
no oil. That means less fat and calories. The unit can also be used as your regular, everyday
toaster/convection oven and features 5 easy-to-use functions: toast, air fry, bake, broil and
rotisserie.TheAirFryerOvencontainssixheatingelements—fourontop,twoonthebottom.
Abuilt-in60-minutetimerandadjustablethermostatofupto450°Fenableyoutocustomize
your cooking for every dish. A built-in safety micro switch automatically stops operation when
the door is open. The air fryer oven includes a drip tray/baking pan, air frying basket, baking
rack, tray handle, rotisserie accessories and a crumb tray.
INDICATOR LIGHTS & CONTROL KNOBS
• The Power indicator light, located on the left side, turns blue once the timer is activated,
indicating the unit is currently on. It is used to set desired times for all functions. Setting
the oven timer powers the unit on and begins the cooking cycle.
• The Heating indicator light, located on the right side of the unit, turns orange when the unit
heatsup,andturnsooncethesettemperatureisreached.Itwillthencycleonandoas
it regulates and maintains the set temperature.
• TheFunctionDialisusedtoselectthecookingmethod.Fivedierentfunctionsareavaila-
ble, Air Fry, Broil, Bake, Toast and Rotisserie.
• The cooking process can be stopped at any moment by turning the timer knob back to 0.
• The safety microswitch stops the cooking operation when the door is open.
• Remember to turn the temperature knob back to the starting point after each use to make
sureyouareadjustingcorrecttemperaturesettingsforeachcookingprocess.
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
• Unpack the appliance and accessories and wash and wipe everything down. Wipe the inte-
rior of the oven with a damp cloth or sponge. Dry with a paper towel. Make sure the oven is
dry before operating the unit.
• Positiontheovenonaatandheat-resistantsurfacesothatitisalsopositionedatleast4
inches(10cm)awayfromanysurroundingobjects.
• Unwind and plug in the power cord into the wall outlet. Place the crumb tray inside on the
bottom of the unit. Make sure unit is clean and everything has been taken out of the oven.
• Itisnormalifsomesmokeorsmellemanatesfromtheappliancewhenusingitfortherst
time. This is not harmful. To eliminate any packing oil that may remain after operating, we
recommend operating the appliance for 20 minutes while setting the thermostat to the
maximum temperature setting.
Tips:
• Baking rack positioning: the baking rack can be slid into any of the 3 levels available.
• Always place the baking pan / drip tray on the lowest level when cooking with the basket or
baking rack. The baking pan will catch any grease or crumbs during the cooking cycle.
Model No. Supply
Power Rated Power Capacity Temperature Timer Con-
trol Range
COL-AIR-
FRY-001
120V
60HZ 1800w 21L 250-450°F 0-60min
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PREHEATING:
• Plug the unit into the power supply socket.
• Turn the left knob to select your desired cooking function.
• Turn the temperature knob to the right to start preheating at desired temperature and set
the timer to 10 minutes.
• The Power light will turn on to indicate that the unit is ON.
• The Heating indicator light will turn on to indicate that the unit is heating up. When the tar-
gettemperatureisreachedtheorangeHeatingLightwillturnoandwillthencycleonand
otomaintainthesettemperature.
• You can now place your food in the unit to start the cooking process as the unit is fully pre-
heated.
SETTINGS:
BROIL FUNCTION
Thismodeisidealforsmallcutsofmeat,opensandwiches,poultry,sh,andvegetables.The
broil function can also be used to brown the top dishes such as gratins or casseroles. When
broiling, preheat oven for 10 minutes. We suggest using the top rack position for better results
during this cooking process.
• Begin by preheating the unit. See “Preheating” section.
• Once preheated, place the baking tray or rack with food on the highest rack position (close
to the top of the oven).
• Turn the function switch to BROIL.
• Adjustthetemperatureknobtothedesiredtemperaturebyturningtheknobtotheright.
• Adjustthetimerknobtothedesiredcookingtime,between1and60minutes.Oncetime
has been set, the Power indicator light will turn on. The Air Fryer Oven starts as soon as the
timer is set.
• The Heating indicator light will turn orange to indicate that the unit is heating up and will
turnooncethetemperaturehasbeenreached.TheHeatinglightwillthencycleonand
oasitregulatesandmaintainsthesettemperature.
• Whenthecookingtimehaselapsed,thetimerbellwillring,theovenwillnowturnoonits
own.
• Carefully take your food out with oven mitts.
Note:
- Using the broil function usually requires shorter cooking time.
- Do not use glass oven dishes to broil.
- Food gets cooked quickly during broil, it is best to watch over food to prevent overcooking.
Caution: Aluminum foil is not recommended for covering the accessories. If covered, the foil
prevents the fat from dripping into the drip tray. Grease will accumulate on the foil surface and
maycatchre.IfyouchoosetousefoiltocovertheBakingPan/DripTray,besurefoiliscutto
neatlytintothepananddoesnottouchthewallorheatingelements.
BAKE FUNCTION
Use the bake function to cook cakes, baked goods, or to roast meats. This mode can also be
used with pre-packaged frozen meals. For best results when cooking and baking, we recom-
mend preheating the oven at least for 10 minutes at the desired temperature setting.
• Begin by preheating the unit. See “Preheating” section.
• Once preheated, place the baking tray, rack or basket with food in the unit.
• Turn the function switch to the BAKE position.
• Adjustthetemperatureknobtothedesiredtemperaturebyturningtheknobtotheright.
• Adjustthetimerknobtothedesiredcookingtime,between1and60minutes.Oncethe
time has been set, the Power indicator light will turn on.
• The unit starts operating as soon as the timer is set.
• The Heating indicator light will turn orange to indicate that the unit is heating up and will
turnooncethetemperaturehasbeenreached.TheHeatinglightwillthencycleonand
oasitregulatesandmaintainsthesettemperature.
• Whenthecookingtimehaselapsed,thetimerbellwillring,theovenwillnowturnoonits
own.
• Carefully take your food out with oven mitts.
Note:
- Use the baking rack for fresh pizza and frozen pizza.
- Place the baking pan / drip tray on the lowest level when cooking if cooking with the basket
or baking rack. The baking pan will catch any grease or crumbs during the cooking cycle.
TOAST FUNCTION
Use the toast function to toast bread to perfection: crunchy on the outside and soft on the
inside.
• Begin by preheating the unit. See “Preheating” section.
• Once preheated, place the baking tray or rack with food in the middle slot.
• Turn the setting knob to TOAST position.
• Adjustthetemperatureknobtothedesiredtemperaturebyturningtheknobtotheright.
• Adjustthetimerknobtothedesiredcookingtime.Oncetimehasbeenset,thePowerindi-
cator light will turn on. The unit starts as soon as the timer is set.
• The Heating indicator light will turn orange to indicate that the unit is heating up and will
turnooncethetemperaturehasbeenreached.TheHeatinglightwillthencycleonand
oasitregulatesandmaintainsthesettemperature.
• Whenthecookingtimehaselapsed,thetimerbellwillring,theunitwillnowturnoonits
own.
• Carefully take your food out with oven mitts.
Note:
- Use the baking rack to toast items, making sure all food is centered and spaced evenly on
the rack as well as placed in the middle of the oven.
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AIR FRY
Use the air fry function to Air Fry as a healthy alternative to frying without the use of excess
amounts of oil. This function lets you cook with less fat and calories and gives the food a ligh-
ter and less greasy taste.
Preheating is not necessary for the air fry function but can be used to speed up the cooking
process. Keep in mind that preheating will interfere with recommended cooking times. If the
unit is already hot, remove 3 minutes from the recommended cooking time.
• Place the mesh basket or rack with food in the unit.
• Turn the setting knob to Air Fry position.
• Adjustthetemperatureknobtothedesiredtemperaturebyturningtheknobtotheright.
• Adjustthetimerknobtothedesiredcookingtime.Oncethetimehasbeenset,thePower
indicator light will turn on. The unit starts as soon as the timer is set.
• The Heating indicator light will turn orange to indicate that the unit is heating up and will
turnooncethetemperaturehasbeenreached.
TheHeatinglightwillthencycleonandoasitregulatesandmaintainstheset
temperature.
• Whenthecookingtimehaselapsed,thetimerbellwillring,theovenwillnowturnoonitsown.
• Carefully take your food out with oven mitts.
Notes:
- Although oil is not necessary, a small portion of oil can be sprayed on or brushed on food
for air frying. Make sure to distribute oil evenly on food.
- Whencookingalargeamountoffood,itisrecommendedtoipfoodhalfwaytoensure
even cooking.
- Place the baking pan / drip tray on the lowest level when cooking if cooking with the basket
or baking rack. The baking pan will catch any grease or crumbs during the cooking cycle.
ROTISSERIE
Use the rotisserie function to roast chicken.
For best results when cooking and baking, we recommend preheating the oven at least for 10
minutes at the desired temperature setting.
• Begin by preheating the unit.
• Once preheated, place the rotisserie fork with food in the unit.
• Turn the function switch to the Rotisserie position.
• Adjustthetemperatureknobtothedesiredtemperaturebyturningknobtotheright.
• Adjustthetimerknobtothedesiredcookingtime,between1and60minutes.Oncethe
time has been set, the Power indicator light will turn on.
• The Air Fryer Oven starts as soon as the timer is set.
• The Heating indicator light will turn orange to indicate that the unit is heating up and will
turnooncethetemperaturehasbeenreached.TheHeatinglightwillthencycleonand
oasitregulatesandmaintainsthesettemperature.
• Whenthecookingtimehaselapsed,thetimerbellwillring,theovenwillnowturnoonits
own.
• Carefully take your food out with oven mitts.
Note:
- Use the rotisseries accessories to roast chicken.
- Place the crumb tray when cooking, crumb tray will catch any grease or crumbs during the
cooking cycle.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
• Make sure to clean the appliance after each use. Cleaning regularly prevents the accumula-
tion of grease and helps avoid unpleasant smells.
• Makesuretheunithasbeenturnedobyswitchingthetimerto0andsettingthetempe-
rature knob back to the starting point. Unplug the appliance from the outlet and allow it to
cool completely.
• Do not immerse in water or wash under running water.
• The accessories are dishwasher safe except for the handle, which needs to be hand-was-
hed.
• Do not use metal kitchen utensils or abrasive cleaning materials to clean them, as this may
damage the non-stick coating. Rinse and dry thoroughly after cleaning.
INTERIOR CLEANING
• Wipe cavity with a damp cloth or sponge. Dry with paper towel. To remove baked on food,
pouralittlecookingoilonthefoodandallowtostandforvetotenminutes.Thisshould
soften the food and allow it to be removed with absorbent paper toweling or a soft cloth.
• Clean the inside of the glass door with a damp soapy cloth. If the glass has stubborn stains,
open the door and cover the inside of the door with a few damp paper towels. Leave for a
few minutes, then remove the towels and wipe the door clean. Never use sharp utensils as
scratching may weaken it and cause it to shatter.
• Never use abrasive products in the cavity. Never immerse the appliance in water and make
sure no water or damp penetrates the appliance except the cavity.
• Make sure no water comes on the oven door when the latter is still hot.
EXTERIOR CLEANING
1. Wipe clean with a damp sponge. Wipe dry
2. NEVER use steel wool, metal scouring pads or abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the
nish.
WARNING: DO NOT IMMERSE THE OVEN IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
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WARRANTY:
1-Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty
Your Colston product is backed by a one-year limited manufacturer’s warranty. For a period of
one year following date of purchase, Colston will repair or replace your product should it fail
duetoamanufacturer’sdefect(subjecttocertainlimitationssuchas,butnotlimitedto,use
of the product as directed or performing the intended function during which the product may
become damaged).
This one-year limited warranty does not cover any damage that results from unauthorized or
improper use, service, or repair. Further, it does not cover damage caused by accident, negli-
gence, purposeful harm, or normal wear and tear. Should you discover your Colston product
is not functioning properly, please send your product to our repair center for evaluation, at the
address listed below. If your product cannot be repaired or serviced, we reserve the right to
exchange it for a similar or newer model.
Pleasenotethataatprocessingfeeof$35.00willbechargedtocovertheserviceevaluati-
on and return shipping of your product. All limited warranty claims must be accompanied by a
copy of your proof of purchase from an authorized retailer. Please send your product, proof of
purchase,andacheckormoneyorderintheamountof$35.00madeouttoColstonto:
Address:
Colston Appliances
3069 Taft Street
Hollywood, FL 33021
Contact:
By purchasing this product and/or utilizing this limited warranty, you expressly waive the right
tobeamemberofortheleadplaintiinanyclassactionoranygroupcivilactionagainstthe
manufacturer and agree that any dispute involving Colston shall be resolved in Broward Coun-
ty,Floridaastheexclusivejurisdictioninanycourtcaseand/orproceeding.
DISPOSAL
Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately
for special treatment is necessary.
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