Instant VORTEX AIR FRY OVEN User manual

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INSTANT®VORTEX™ AIR FRY OVEN
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WARNING
Read this manual carefully and completely and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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WARNING
To avoid injury, read and understand the instructions in this user manual before
attempting to use this appliance.
WARNING
Electrical shock hazard. Use grounded outlet only.
• DO NOT remove ground.
• DO NOT use an adapter.
• DO NOT use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in electric shock and/or death.
WARNING
THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND/OR
THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE IS A MISUSE OF YOUR APPLIANCE THAT
CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CREATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.
Special cord set instructions
As per safety requirements, a short power supply cord (0.6 m to 0.9 m / 24” to 35”) is
provided to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement and tripping.
This appliance has a 3-prong grounding plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug
the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible.
Product specifications
Model: Vortex 10 1500 W 120 V ~ 60 Hz 10 Quart 16.94 lb / 7.7 kg in: 13.23L x 13.23W x 14.37 H
cm: 33.6L x 33.6W x 36.5 H
Find your model name and serial number
Find both of these on the rating label on the back of the air fryer oven, near the
power cord.
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Product, parts and accessories
Before using your awesome new air fryer oven, make sure that everything is present and
accounted for.
Air fryer oven
Accessories
Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Always refer to the actual product.
Air vents (rear)
Control panel
Cooking tray (x2)
Lid
Rotisserie spit
Rotisserie basket
Rotisserie lift
Rotisserie fork
Setting screw (x2)
Open/close indicator
Drip pan
Heating element (interior)
Oven door
Cooking chamber (interior)
Power cord (rear)
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Initial set up
"No one is born a great cook; one learns by doing." – Julia Child
01 Pull that Vortex out of the box!
02 Remove all the packaging material from in and around the oven, and make sure to
remove all the accessories from inside the oven chamber.
Don’t remove the safety warning stickers or the rating label from the air fryer.
03 You may be tempted to put the Vortex on your stovetop — but don’t do it! Place it
on a stable, level surface, away from combustible material and external heat sources.
Do not place your Vortex on top of another appliance.
Make sure to leave at least 13 cm / 5" of space above and around all sides of the
appliance.
04 Follow the Care, cleaning and storage instructions to wash your new air fryer before
using it.
Is something missing or damaged?
Get in touch with a Customer Care Advisor through our chat widget at
instantappliances.com/#chat, by email at instantappliances.com or by phone
at 1-800-828-7280 and we’ll happily make some magic happen for you!
WARNING
Read the Important
safeguards before using
the appliance. Failure
to read and follow those
instructions for safe use
may result in damage
to the appliance,
property damage or
personal injury.
Do not place the
appliance on a stovetop,
on another appliance,
or in a heated oven.
Heat from an external
source will damage
the appliance.
Do not place anything on
top of the appliance, and
do not block the air vents.
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CAUTION
The air fryer oven and air frying accessories will be hot during and after cooking.
Do not touch hot surfaces with unprotected hands.
Initial test run
Do you have to do the test run? No — but getting to know the ins and outs of your Vortex
prepares you for success in the kitchen! Take a few minutes to get to know how this baby works.
Stage 1: Setting up for cooking
This section does not cover Rotisserie
set up or cooking.
See Rotisserie cooking: Rotisserie
accessories for details.
01 Open the oven door. Place the drip
pan on the bottom of the cooking
chamber. Close the door.
02 Connect the power cord to a 120 V
power source.
The oven is in standby mode and
the display shows OFF.
03 Touch Air Fry.
04 Use the +/–Time keys to adjust the
cook time to 20 minutes (00:20).
05 Touch Start to begin!
The display shows On while the
oven preheats.
Stage 2: "Cooking" (...but not really,
this is just a test!)
01 When the oven reaches the perfect
temperature, the display shows Add
Food.
Do not add food during the initial
test run.
02 Open the oven door.
Carefully insert both cooking trays
into the preheated cooking chamber.
Close the oven door.
The display alternates to show the
cooking time and temperature.
03 Part way through cooking, the display
shows turn Food.
Wait 10 seconds for the program to
resume automatically, or, open and
close the oven door to pause and
resume the program manually.
04 The display counts down the last
minute of cooking in seconds.
When the Smart Program completes,
the display shows End and the fan
blows for a little while to help cool
the air fryer.
05 Touch Cancel to return to standby
mode and start cooking for real!
If you forget this last step, the air fryer
will beep to remind you about it after
5, 30, and 60 minutes.
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Control panel
1 Time/temperature display Alternates to show the cooking time, the set temperature,
reminder messages and error messages.
2 + / − Temp
Use the + / – Temp keys if you want to adjust the cooking
temperature.
Touch and hold the key to scroll quickly.
3 + / − Time Use the + / – Time keys if you want to adjust the cooking time.
Touch and hold the key to scroll quickly.
4 Smart programs
• Air Fry
• Roast
• Broil
• Bake
• Reheat
• Dehydrate
5 Rotate Touch Rotate during Air Fry or Roast Smart Programs to start
and stop the rotisserie rotation.
6 Light Touch Light to turn the oven light on and off.
The oven light turns off automatically after 2 minutes.
7 Cancel Touch Cancel to stop a smart program at any time.
8 Start Touch Start to begin a selected smart program.
Find full instructions for use online at instantappliances.com/vortex10.
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Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Always refer to the actual product.
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Settings
To do this Do this!
Wake the air fryer.
Touch any key or press the dial. The display
shows OFF to let you know that it's in standby
mode and ready for action.
Turn sounds on and off.
In standby mode, touch and hold both –keys
(beneath Time and Temp) for 5 seconds. The
display shows S On when the sound is on,
and SOFF when the sound is off.
Error alerts cannot be silenced.
Change temperature scale (ºC / ºF).
Press and hold +above Temp until the
display indicates ºCor ºF. The temperature
is displayed in the unit indicated.
Save a custom cooking time.
Pre-set cooking times and temperatures
can be changed to create your own custom
settings.
Select a smart program, then use the +/–
Temp and Time keys to make adjustments
as you like. Touch Start to save changes to
memory.
Reset an individual smart program.
In standby mode, touch and hold the smart
program key you want to reset (for example:
Air Fry) for 5 seconds. The cooking time
and temperature for that Smart Program
is restored to the factory default settings.
Reset all smart programs.
In standby mode, touch and hold both +
keys (above Temp and Time) for 3 seconds.
All Smart Programs are restored to default
settings.
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Status messages
The Vortex is in standby mode.
A smart program is in the Preheat stage.
Not applicable to Reheat and Dehydrate.
This message appears to let you know that that the air fryer
oven has reached the perfect cooking temperature and food
can be added (if it hasn’t been already).
Not applicable to Reheat and Dehydrate.
The display alternates between showing the cooking time,
the temperature, and on-screen messages.
Food is ready to be turned or tossed, as recommended
by your recipe.
Only applies to Air Fry and Roast.
The Smart Program has nished.
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Cooking
Cooking in the Vortex is quick and easy — food goes in, crispy deliciousness comes out!
Find full instructions for use online at instantappliances.com/vortex10, and visit our
recipe site at instantappliances.com/recipes for fun, easy-to-follow recipe instructions.
You can also download the free Instant Pot app to search recipes, save favorites, make
notes and more, at instantappliances.com/app.
Cooking accessories
The cooking trays are perforated for airow and should be used for most foods, like
wings and cauliower bites.
The drip pan doubles as a at cooking tray when you’re baking cookies, or cooking
fragile food like sh, and lled-foods like jalapeno poppers or cheese-stuffed chicken.
You can place food right on the cooking tray(s)/drip pan, or, in/on any oven-safe
cookware on the cooking tray.
For information on the rotisserie accessories, see Rotisserie cooking: Rotisserie
accessories.
Air Fry, Roast, Broil and Bake
These programs give your meals all the rich, crispy avor of deep frying with little to
no oil, so you can say, “See ya!” to the greasy mess and extra calories! The presets are
a starting point that you can experiment with to get the results you prefer.
Smart
program Default time Time range Default temperature
Temperature
range Notes
Air Fry 18 minutes
(00:18)
1 minute to 1 hour
(00:01 to 01:00) 204°C / 400°F 82 to 205°C 180 to 400°F
For all your
favorite deep-fried
meals, like fries,
cauliower bites,
wings, nuggets
and more.
Roast 40 minutes
(00:40)
1 minute to 1 hour
(00:01 to 01:00) 193°C / 380°F 82 to 205°C 180 to 400°F
Ideal for vegetable
dishes, beef, lamb,
pork, poultry
and more.
Broil 8 minutes
(00:08)
1 to 40 minutes
(00:01 to 00:40) 205°C / 400°F Not adjustable
Direct top-down
heating, perfect for
melting cheese on
French onion soup,
nachos and more.
Bake 30 mins
(00:30) 00:01 to 01:00 185°C / 365°F 82 to 205°C 180 to 400°F
Light and uffy
cakes and pastries,
scalloped potatoes
and more.
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Cooking
Dehydrate and Reheat
Smart
program Default time Time range Default temperature
Temperature
range Notes
Dehydrate 7 hours
(07:00)
1 to 72 hours
(01:01 to 72:00) 49°C / 120°F 95 to 175°C 203 to 347°F
Perfect for
homemade fruit
leather, jerky, dried
vegetables
and more.
Reheat 10 minutes
(00:10)
1 to 60 minutes
(00:01 to 01:00) 138°C / 280°F 49 to 182°C 120 to 360°F
Reheat leftovers
without
overcooking
or drying out.
CAUTION
The air fryer oven and air frying accessories
will be hot during and after cooking. Do not
touch hot surfaces with unprotected hands.
Allow all items to cool to room temperature,
then clean them according to Care, cleaning
and storage instructions.
Always use proper hand protection
and exercise extreme caution
when adding or removing food
from the hot cooking chamber.
CAUTION
DO NOT spray cooking oil into the cooking chamber.
CAUTION
When cooking meat, always use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal
temperature reaches a safe minimum temperature. Refer to the USDA’s Safe
Minimum Internal Temperature Chart for more information.
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Rotisserie cooking
The Instant Vortex is equipped with Even Crisp Technology™for simple rotisserie-style
cooking with delicious results.
Always insert rotisserie accessories and food items into the cooking chamber before
preheating the air fryer oven.
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CAUTION
Read the instructions below and watch the short video on our YouTube channel
at https://youtu.be/VmHa7qf6Ai0 to make sure the rotisserie accessories are
installed correctly. Failure to follow these steps could result in irreparable damage
to the rotisserie catch.
Rotisserie accessories
The rotisserie basket is perforated to allow maximum airow for the perfect tumble-fried
all-over crisp.
The rotisserie spit and forks are perfect for roasting whole chicken, tenderloin
and much more.
Stage 1: Setting up the rotisserie accessories
Follow the steps in Rotisserie cooking: Rotisserie accessories to prepare your food.
01 Open the oven door and slide the rotisserie accessory onto the guides in the
cooking chamber.
02 Move the red rotisserie catch lever to the right and hold it in position. Notice that
the rotisserie catch inside the cooking chamber withdraws slightly when you move
the lever.
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Rotisserie cooking
CAUTION
Read these instructions carefully and/or watch the tutorial video to ensure you
are using the rotisserie properly. Failure to follow these steps could result in
damage to the rotisserie catch.
03 Align the left side of the accessory
with the hole in the rotisserie catch,
and set the right end of the accessory
in the notch on the right. Align the left
04 Release the rotisserie catch lever.
05 Rotate the accessory in place to make
that it’s being held securely. The
rotisserie catch inside should move
with the accessory — if it does not
move, keep rotating the accessory
until the rotisserie catch “catches” it
completely.
06 Close the oven door.
Rotisserie catch
Rotisserie catch lever
Notch
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Rotisserie cooking
CAUTION
The air fryer oven and rotisserie
accessories will be hot during
and after cooking. Always use the
rotisserie lift to remove rotisserie
accessories and exercise extreme
caution when removing food from the
hot cooking chamber. Always use
proper hand protection when handling
and/or disassembling hot rotisserie
accessories.
Removing the accessories
The rotisserie basket and rotisserie spit are installed and removed the same way,
but backwards!
01 Open the oven door.
02 Position the hooks on the rotisserie lift
beneath the left and right arms of the
accessory.
03 Move the rotisserie catch lever to the
right and hold it in position to release
the accessory.
04 Pull the accessory towards you, then
release the rotisserie catch lever.
05 Carefully remove the accessory from
the cooking chamber and place it on
a secure, heat-resistant surface.
Make sure to place it somewhere
it won't roll away on you!
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Care, cleaning and storage
Clean your Instant Vortex and accessories after each use.
Always unplug the air fryer oven and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning.
Never use harsh chemical detergents, scouring pads, or powders on any of the parts
or components.
Let all surfaces dry thoroughly before use, and before storage.
Part or accessory Cleaning method and notes
Drip pan
Dishwasher safe.
• Remove for cleaning.
• To prevent smoking, make sure grease and food debris is fully removed.
• The drip pan has a non-stick coating. Avoid using metal utensils when cleaning.
Cooking trays Dishwasher safe.
• The cooking trays have a non-stick coating. Avoid using metal utensils when cleaning.
Rotisserie basket Dishwasher safe.
• For best results, use a bristled brush rather than a sponge or cloth.
Rotisserie spit,
forks and screws
Dishwasher safe.
• Disassemble before cleaning.
• If machine washing, place small parts in washable mesh bag.
Rotisserie lift Dishwasher safe.
• Clean as needed.
Removable door
Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.
• Remove the door for cleaning. See Care, cleaning and storage: The oven door
(on the next page) for details.
• Allow the door to air dry completely before reinstalling, otherwise the glass may
experience clouding.
Cooking
chamber
Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.
• Always check the heating coil and cooking chamber walls for oil spatter and food debris,
and clean as needed.
• Ensure the heating coil is dry before turning on the air fryer oven.
• To remove baked-on grease and food residue from the cooking chamber, spray with a
mixture of baking soda and vinegar and wipe clean with damp cloth. For stubborn stains,
allow the mixture to sit on the affected area for several minutes before scrubbing clean.
Exterior Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.
• After cleaning, wipe down with a dry cloth to prevent streaking.
Power cord Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.
• Clean as needed.
Some discoloration may occur after machine washing, but this will not affect the cooker’s safety or performance.
WARNING
Do not immerse the
appliance in water. Do not
rinse the appliance under
a tap. Do not wet the
prongs of the power cord.
Without proper cleaning,
food and grease splatter
may build up around the
heating element, causing
the risk of smoke, re, and
personal injury.
If you see or smell
smoke, touch Cancel,
unplug the appliance, and
allow it to cool. Follow
instructions above to
clean the appliance and
accessories.
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