Elite Gourmet EAF2612D User manual

2QT. OIL-FREE AIR FRYER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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future reference.
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Recipes are included in this manual.
MODEL: EAF2612D

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
The Elite Brand takes consumer safety very seriously. Products are designed and
manufactured with our valued consumers’ safety in mind. Additionally, we ask that
you exercise a level of caution when using any electrical appliance by following all
instructions and important safeguards.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE
WARNING: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed as below:
1. Read all instructions before using
your Elite Platinum Air Fryer.
2. Never immerse the power cord, plug
or housing in water or under the tap.
3. Make sure no liquid enters the
appliance to prevent electric shock
or short-circuit.
4. Do not cover the air inlet and outlet
of the appliance during operation.
5. Always place foods to be cooked on
the rack, foods should never come
into direct contact with the heating
elements.
6. Never ll the pan with oil as this may
cause a re hazard and
damage to the appliance.
7. Never touch the inside of the
appliance during operation.
8. Make sure that your output
voltage corresponds to the voltage
stated on the rating label of the
appliance.
9. It is recommended to regularly
inspect the appliance to avoid a
hazard. Do not operate any
appliance with a damaged cord or
plug or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged
in any manner. Return appliance
to the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
10. If the supply cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by a special cord or
assembly available from the
manufacture or its service agent.
11. Never attempt to repair the
appliance yourself, otherwise the
warranty becomes invalid.
12. This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
13. Close supervision is necessary when
appliance is used near children.
14. NEVER ALLOW A CHILD TO USE THIS
PRODUCT.
15. DO NOT let the power cord hang
over the edge of the table or
work-top, and keep it away from any
hot surfaces.
16. Do not plug in the appliance or
operate the control panel with wet
hands.
17. Do not place or use the appliance on
or near combustible materials, such
as a tablecloth, curtains or
wallpaper.
18. Only connect the appliance to a
grounded wall socket. Always make
sure that the plug is inserted into the
wall socket properly.
19. Never connect this appliance to an
external timer switch in order to
avoid a hazardous situation.
20. Never leave appliance unattended.
21. Appliance surfaces may become hot
during use.

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22. The appliance should be placed on a
horizontal and stable surface when
using. Do not place on plastics,
board or any other easy-wear
surface.
23. Do not place the appliance against
wall or other appliances, leave
around 4 inches of space from
nearby objects. Do not place
anything on the top of appliance.
24. Do not use the appliance beyond the
specication of this manual.
25. During operation, hot steam will
exhaust through the hind side air
outlet. Keep your hands and face at a
safe distance from the steam and the
air outlet openings. Also be careful of
hot steam and air when you remove
the pan from the appliance.
26. If food burns and dark smoke
releases from the air outlet, unplug
immediately and wait for smoke
release to stop, then clean the food
and oil from the pan and rack.
27. After use, turn off power to the
appliance then unplug from the wall
outlet.
28. Do not use any accessories that have
not been provided with the
appliance.
29. Unplug the appliance from outlet
when it is not in use or before
cleaning. Allow it to cool down rst
before cleaning.
30. This appliance is intended to be
used indoors. Do not use outdoors.
31. Clean and wipe and dry the pan
and the rack before placing food
inside.
32. Always unplug the appliance when
not in use.
33. If the appliance is of the
grounded type, the extension cord
should be a grounded cord.
34. To ensure continued protection
against risk of electric shock,
connect to properly grounded
outlets only.
35. Some countertop and table
surfaces, such as Corian®, wood
and / or laminates, are not
designed to withstand prolonged
heat generated by certain
appliances. It is recommended by
countertop manufacturers and
Maxi-Matic that a hot pad or trivet
be placed under your appliance to
prevent possible damage to the
surface.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (cont.)
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

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SHORT CORD PURPOSE
Longer power-supply cords or extension cords are
available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
If an extension cord is used: (1) the marked electrical rating of
the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical
rating of the product; (2) the extension cord should be
arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or
tabletop where it can unintentionally be pulled on or tripped
over by children or pets.
POLARIZED PLUG
If this appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other), please follow the below instructions:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to t
into a polarized outlet only one way. If you are unable to t the
plug into the electrical outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Never use the
plug with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully
inserted into the extension cord. Do not alter the plug of the
product or any extension cord being used with this product.
Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Elite Platinum Air Fryer. Your
new Air Fryer has a variety of functions to handle a wide array
of cooking tasks. With its easy to use temperature and timer
knobs, you can fry, cook, or even bake your favorite meals
and snacks with ease! Best of all you will be cooking health-
ier without the addition of oil. Not only can you cook foods
without the mess of oil but you can cook faster which saves you
time and energy. Unlike most conventional deep fryers, the Air
Fryer's unique vapor system combined with circulating hot air
will automatically make foods crispier and of course healthier
without oil. We hope you enjoy your new Elite Platinum Air
Fryer and start cooking healthier today!
NOTE:
A short power cord
is provided to reduce
the risk of personal
injury resulting from
becoming entangled
in or tripping over a
long cord.

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
A. Time/Temperature Knob
B. Frying Rack
C. Handle
D. Pull-Out Drawer Pan
E. Air Inlet
F. Air Outlet
G. Power Cord
NOTE:
The Frying Rack
consists of a non-stick
surface. To avoid
scratching the non-
stick surface, please
use wooden or heat-
proof silicone utensils.
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CONTROL PANEL
A. Timer/Temperature Knob
Turn clockwise to increase the temperature setting by 10°F increments to
a maximum of 400°F. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the temperature
setting by 10°F increments to a minimum of 170°F.
Turn clockwise to increase cooking time by one minute up to a maximum of
60-minutes. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease cooking time by one minute
to a minimum of 1-minute.
B. Timer/Temperature Display
C. Timer Indicator
D. Temperature Indicator
E. Timer/Temperature/Power Button
Press to select the timer/temperature setting.
Press and hold to power ON/OFF the air fryer.
BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Before using your Air Fryer for the rst time, carefully remove all packaging
material and recycle appropriately.
2. Remove the parts from the box and wash the Drawer Pan and Frying Rack with
warm, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT IMMERSE THE MAIN HOUSING IN WATER. Wipe the
interior and exterior of appliance clean with a damp cloth.
IMPORTANT: THIS IS NOT A DEEP FRYER. DO NOT FILL THE APPLIANCE OR
ITS DRAWER WITH OIL OR FRYING FAT.
3. Place the appliance on a at, horizontal and stable surface (make sure surface
is heat-resistant). Place away from walls and other appliances. Leave
approximately 4 inches of space from nearby objects.

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CAUTION:
Never place anything
on top of the Main
Body, for this will block
the air ow and reduce
the effect of hot air
heating.
CAUTION:
Do not touch the
Drawer Pan during and
immediately after use,
as it gets very hot. Only
hold the Drawer Pan by
the Handle.
NOTE:
Any excess oil from
food will collect at the
bottom of the Drawer
Pan.
The air fryer will
automatically pause
if the drawer pan is
removed during the
cooking cycle. Once
replaced back into the
fryer, the unit will
continue its cooking
cycle.
HOW TO USE
1. Carefully pull out the Drawer Pan from the Main Fryer
Body by pulling forward on the Handle.
TIP: Never place food directly into the Drawer Pan without
the Frying Rack inside. In place of using the Frying Rack, an
oven-safe plate or bowl (not included) can be placed onto
a wire rack (not included) into the Drawer Pan.
2. Place the Frying Rack into the Drawer Pan (Figure 1).
3. Place ingredients onto Frying Rack.
TIP: Do not ll the Drawer Pan over the MAX ll position.
If cooking food that expands, make sure the cooked
capacity will not exceed the MAX ll position.
4. Slide Drawer Pan back into the Main Body.
HOW TO PROGRAM FRYING TIME AND TEMPERATURE:
1. Plug Power Cord into an electrical outlet. The power
indicator will illuminate. The LED screen will display the
default temperature of 370°F.
2. Press the TIMER/TEMP button to select the Temperature
setting. To adjust the temperature, turn the knob
clockwise or counter-clockwise until the desired
temperature is shown on the screen. Temperature will
increase or decrease in 10-degree increments.
3. Press the TIMER/TEMP button to select the Timer setting.
To adjust the timer, turn the knob clockwise or
counter-clockwise until the desired cooking time is shown
on the screen. Timer will increase or decrease in 1-minute
increments.
TIP: It is recommended to preheat the air fryer on empty
for 3 minutes if the appliance is cold or you can add 3
minutes to your desired time setting in order to pre-heat.
The initial 15 minutes of use may result in minimal smell
and smoke. This is normal and harmless and comes from
the protective substance applied to the heating elements
during manufacturing.
4. The air fryer will automatically start cooking after 5
seconds. You can also press and hold the Power Button to
start the cooking cycle.
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FIGURE 1
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HOW TO USE (cont.)
DURING THE COOKING/FRYING PROCESS:
1. Some recipes require stirring/mixing the contents
mid-way through cooking (see Cooking Time Chart on
page 9). You can do this in the middle of the cooking
process by pulling the Drawer Pan out from the Main
Fryer Body. Shake or stir the contents on the rack using a
non-metallic utensil and then slide Drawer Pan back into
the Main Fryer Body.
TIP: If you set the timer to half the required cook time,
you will hear the timer indicator when you have to stir the
ingredients. However, this means that you will need to set
the timer again to the remaining cook time after stirring.
2. The air fryer will resume cooking once the Drawer Pan is
closed.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
The Air Fryer should be cleaned thoroughly after every use.
1. Make sure the Power Cord is disconnected from the
electrical outlet and that the appliance has cooled down
before attempting to clean.
2. The Drawer Pan, Frying Rack and the inside of the
appliance have a nonstick coating. Do not use metal
utensils or abrasive cleaning materials on them, as this can
damage the non-stick coating.
3. Wipe the outside of the appliance with a damp cloth.
CAUTION:
During cooking, the
Drawer Pan and Frying
Rack will be very hot,
only use the Drawer
Pan Handle or oven
mitts.
CAUTION:
When sliding out the
Drawer Pan, be careful
of hot air and steam.
Keep hands and
face away from the
opening.
After cooking, the
Drawer Pan and Frying
Rack will be extremely
hot to the touch. Do
not touch surfaces
of the Drawer Pan or
Frying Rack directly.
NOTE:
You can also switch
off the appliance
manually by pressing
the Power Button for
3 seconds at any time
during the cooking
process.
WHEN FRYING IS COMPLETE:
1. When the timer completes its countdown, the timer bell
will ring and the air fryer will stop heating - this signals it is
time to remove your food.
2. Carefully pull out the Drawer Pan from the Main Fryer
Body by pulling forward on the Drawer Pan Handle and
place on a at, heat resistant surface.
3. Check that your foods are ready. If not, then place the
Drawer Pan back into the Main Fryer Body and set the
timer for a few more minutes.
4. Empty the contents of the Drawer Pan into a bowl or onto
a plate using non-metallic tongs or a scoop.
TIP: Do not turn the Drawer Pan and Frying Rack upside
down together, as any excess oil that has collected in the
bottom of the Drawer Pan will be poured onto the foods.
5. When the next batch of ingredients is ready, the air fryer is
instantly ready to use again.
6. When cooking is complete, remove the Power Cord from
the electrical outlet.
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(cont.)
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
4. Lift the Frying Rack upwards out of the Drawer Pan (Figure
2) and clean both with hot water, dishwashing soap and a
non-abrasive sponge.
5. You can use a degreaser to remove any stuck-on residue.
TIP: If food residue is stuck to the Frying Rack or the
bottom of the Drawer Pan, place the Frying Rack into the
Drawer Pan and ll with dishwashing soap and water and
let soak for 10 minutes.
6. Clean the inside of the appliance with hot water and a
non-abrasive sponge.
7. Never immerse the power cord, plug or the appliance
body in water or any other liquids.
8. Dry all parts after each use, re-assemble and store in a
cool, dry location.
COOKING TIME CHART
INGREDIENTS AMOUNT
(ounces)
TIME
(minutes)
TEMP.
(°F) STIR NOTES
POTATOES
Thin frozen
fries 15 ~ 25 12-21 390 STIR
Thick frozen
fries 15 ~ 25 19-26 400 STIR
Homemade
fries (0.3”x0.3”) 15 ~ 30 21-26 400 STIR add 1/2 tbsp of oil
Homemade
potato wedges 15 ~ 30 25-28 360 STIR add 1/2 tbsp of oil
Homemade
potato cubes 15 ~ 25 20-24 360 STIR add 1/2 tbsp of oil
Homemade
potato chips 10 13-14 320
STIR means the recipe requires mixing the contents mid-way through cooking.
You can do this by carefully pulling out the Drawer Pan using the Handle, which
will automatically pause the cooking process. Stir the contents using a non-
metallic utensil. Cooking will resume after you slide the Drawer Pan back into the
Main Fryer Body.
NOTE:
The Drawer Pan and
Frying Rack are
dishwasher-safe (top
rack only).
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FIGURE 2

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INGREDIENTS AMOUNT
(ounces)
TIME
(minutes)
TEMP.
(°F)
STIR NOTES
MEAT
Steaks 6 ~ 18 13-16 360
Porkchops 6 ~ 18 14-18 360
Hamburgers 6 ~ 18 10-16 360
Drumsticks 6 ~ 18 26-29 360
Chicken wings 15 ~ 20 21-23 400
Chicken strips 6 ~ 18 17-19 360
SNACKS
Egg rolls 6 ~ 18 13-14 400 STIR Use
oven-ready
Frozen chicken
nuggets 6 ~ 18 10-13 400 STIR Use oven-ready
Frozen sh
sticks 6 ~ 14 10-13 400 Use oven-ready
Fish llet in
batter 6 ~ 18 13-19 360 STIR
Battered
shrimp 6 ~ 18 11-16 360 STIR
Frozen cheese
sticks 6 ~ 14 12-13 360 Use oven-ready
Stuffed veggies 6 ~ 14 14 320
Mushrooms 6 ~ 14 14 320
Onion rings 6 ~ 18 12-17 360
BAKING
Cake 10 30 320 Use oven-
safe dish
Quiche 15 30 360 Use oven-
safe dish
Mufns 10 26-30 400
Use
oven-safe
mufn cups
Sweet snacks 15 30 320 Use oven-
safe dish
NOTE:
All information is
for reference only
and can be adjusted
according to the user’s
preference. They are
approximations as
foods differ in size and
density. Cooking
temperatures and
times cannot be
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HINTS & TIPS
• Smaller cuts of food usually require a slightly shorter
cooking time than larger foods.
• 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 end 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
within 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.
• The air fryer can also reheat foods. To reheat foods, set the
temperature to 300°F for up to 10 minutes.
• To cook frozen foods, add an additional 3-5 minutes to
your cook time.
BAKING/STEAMING FOODS:
• Place a wire rack (not included) onto the bottom of the
Drawer Pan and place an oven-safe dish onto the wire rack
if you want to bake a cake/quiche, steam foods or if you
want to air fry delicate foods or foods with llings.
• Use pre-made dough to prepare foods with llings quickly
and easily. Pre-made dough also requires a shorter
cooking time than home-made dough.
• For steaming foods, generally, 1-2 cups of water provides
approximately 5-10 minutes of steam time. Add water to
the Drawer Pan. Place wire rack (not included) into the
Drawer Pan. Place food into an oven-safe dish (not
included) and place dish onto the wire rack.
HOMEMADE FRENCH FRIES:
• The optimum amount for air frying crispy fries is 17.5oz. or
a little over 1 lb.
• When making your own French fries, follow these steps:
1. Peel potatoes and slice them into strips.
2. Wash and dry them thoroughly.
3. Mix potato strips in a bowl with ½ tablespoon of olive
oil, make sure they are evenly coated.
4. Using your hands or tongs, place the potato strips onto
the frying rack.
When cooking/baking
foods that rise, the
Drawer Pan should
not be lled more
than halfway.
Do not pour the
potato sticks from the
bowl onto the Frying
Rack to avoid
transferring any
excess oil into the
Drawer Pan.
Do not cook frozen,
raw foods in the air
fryer.
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NOTE:
Add 3 minutes to the
cooking time if you
begin cooking while
the air fryer is still
cold.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
The airfryer does not
work.
The appliance is not
plugged in.
Plug the Power Cord into an electrical
outlet.
You have failed to set the
timer.
Turn the timer knob to set the right time needed
for cooking.
The appliance is
defective.
Contact customer service at
www.maxi-matic.com
Food is not completely
cooked/fried.
There is too much food in
the Drawer Pan.
Use smaller batches of food in the Drawer Pan.
Small batches of food will cook more evenly.
The cooking temperature
is set too low.
Increase the temperature setting. Check
“Cooking Time Chart” found in this manual.
The cooking time is too
short.
Increase the time setting. Check “Cooking Time
Chart” found in this manual.
Food is raw and frozen
solid.
Raw frozen foods should be thawed before
cooking in the air fryer. Exceptions to this are
pre-cooked frozen foods.
Food is unevenly
cooked.
Certain foods need to be
stirred mid-way through
the cooking process.
Foods that overlap inside the Drawer Pan need
to be stirred mid-way through cooking.
Fried snacks are not
crispy.
You used a type of snack
meant to be prepared in a
traditional deep fryer.
Use oven snacks or lightly brush some oil onto
the snacks for a crispier result.
I cannot close the
Drawer Pan properly. The Drawer Pan is too full. Do not overll the Drawer Pan.
The Drawer Pan is not
properly placed inside.
Make sure there is no obstruction for the Drawer
Pan to close properly.
White smoke is emitting
out of the appliance
during use.
You are preparing food
with a high oil content.
When cooking with oily foods, oil will drain into
the Drawer Pan. When the air fryer heats up, the
pan heats up the oil and produces white smoke.
This does not adversely affect the air fryer or
your cooking process.
The pan has built-up
oil residue from previous
uses.
White smoke is caused by oil leftover in the
Drawer Pan. Make sure to thoroughly clean the
Drawer Pan after every use.
Home-made French
fries are coming out
unevenly cooked.
Your potatoes are not
fresh or are frozen.
Make sure to use fresh and rm potatoes, not
frozen potatoes, for home-made French fries.
Potato strips were not
well rinsed prior to frying.
Thoroughly rinse sliced potato to remove all
starch prior to frying.
Home-made French
fries are not crispy after
air frying.
Crispy results are directly
linked to the amount of
oil used and water
content of the potato.
Potato strips need to be thoroughly dried before
adding oil.
Slice potato strips thinner if you want them
crispier.
Use a bit more oil on the potato strips prior to
frying if you want crispier results.