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INSTANT®VORTEX™PLUS
DUAL AIR FRYER 8QT
USER MANUAL

to your new Instant®Vortex™Plus!
This Instant Vortex Plus Dual Air Fryer can help you cook delicious
meals with less oil and less hassle. We hope you fall in love with Instant
air frying, and enjoy it in your kitchen for years to come!
Get started with your new Vortex Plus!
Welcome
Before using your new Vortex Plus, read all instructions, including the
Safety Instructions and the Warranty. Failure to follow the safeguards
and instructions may result in personal injury and/or property damage.

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CONTENTS
Important safeguards 3
What’s in the box 8
Using your Vortex™Plus 9
Initial setup 11
Cooking 13
Smart Programs 17
Using both baskets 20
Cleaning 23
Troubleshooting 24
Error Codes 25
Learn more 26
Warranty 28

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INSTANT®
VORTEX™PLUS AIR FRYER
Safety Instructions
At Instant, we want you to feel comfortable using our products.
This Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer was designed with your safety
in mind.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal
injury, and/or property damage.
Read all instructions before using and only use this appliance as
described in the in-box materials. Failure to follow these safeguards
and instructions may result in personal injury and/or property
damage and can void your warranty.

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Placement
DO place the appliance on a countertop only. Always operate the
appliance on a stable, non-combustible, level surface.
DO NOT place the appliance on or close to a hot gas or electric
burner, or a heated oven.
DO NOT use the appliance near water or flame.
DO NOT use outdoors. Keep out of direct sunlight.
DO NOT place on anything that may block the vents on the appliance.
DO make sure all parts are dry and free of food debris before use.
General Use
DO NOT touch the appliance’s hot surfaces, or any accessories
during or immediately after cooking because they will be hot.
DO use the appliance’s handles and knobs.
DO use oven mitts when removing accessories.
DO place hot accessories on a heat-resistant surface or cooking plate.
DO NOT cover the crumb tray or any part of the oven with foil. This
will cause the oven to overheat.
DO NOT move the appliance while it is in use.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS

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DO NOT allow children or persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities to operate this appliance. Close supervision is
necessary when any appliance is used near children and individuals
with reduced capabilities. Children should not play with this appliance.
DO NOT use the appliance for anything other than household use.
It is not intended for commercial use.
DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use.
DO NOT use the appliance for more than 60 minutes in a 2-hour period.
Air Frying Cautions
When the air fryer is in operation, hot air is released through the
air vents. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the air
vents and take extreme caution when removing hot accessories
from the appliance. Failure to do so may result in personal injury
or property damage.
While cooking, the internal temperature of the appliance reaches
several hundred degrees. To avoid personal injury, never place
unprotected hands inside the appliance until it has cooled to
room temperature.
DO NOT use a ceramic-coated or stoneware pot (such as CorningWare®
stoneware) for air frying.
DO NOT block the vents on the air fryer. Leave at least 5 in / 13 cm
of space around the air fryer when in use.
DO NOT place the appliance on a hot stove.
DO NOT operate the appliance on or near combustible materials
such as tablecloths and curtains.
DO NOT cover the air vents while the air fryer is in operation.
Doing so will prevent even cooking and may cause damage to
the appliance.

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DO NOT overfill the air fryer. Overfilling may cause food to contact
the heating element, which may result in fire, property damage,
and/or personal injury.
DO NOT use cooking oil or cooking spray on the cooking container.
If needed, directly spread food lightly with non-stick cooking spray.
Using cooking oil or spray on the cooking container could result in
personal injury and/or property damage.
DO use caution with cooking containers made of materials other
than metal or glass. Failure to do so may result in fire, personal
injury, and/or property damage.
Should the unit emit black smoke during use, press Cancel and
unplug the appliance immediately. Wait for smoking to stop before
opening the door/basket, then clean thoroughly. For further
information refer to ‘Troubleshooting’ in this User Manual.
DO use extreme caution when moving the appliance containing oils
or other hot liquids.
DO use extreme caution when removing the tray or disposing of
hot grease.
DO NOT use this appliance for deep frying foods.
Accessories
DO use only accessories or attachments authorized by Instant
Brands LLC. The use of parts, accessories or attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of personal
injury, fire, electric shock and/or property damage.
DO NOT use the included accessories in a microwave, toaster oven,
convection or conventional oven, or on a ceramic cooktop, electric
coil, gas range or outdoor grill.

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Care and Storage
DO let the appliance cool to room temperature before cleaning
or storage.
DO NOT store any materials in the appliance when not in use.
DO NOT place any combustible materials in the appliance, such as
paper, cardboard, plastic, Styrofoam or wood.
DO NOT clean the appliance with metal scouring pads or steel wool.
Pieces can break off and touch the electrical parts, causing a risk of
shock, burns or other personal injury.
Power Cord
A short power-supply cord 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:
ONLY plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.
DO NOT remove ground.
DO NOT let the power cord hang over edges of tables or counters,
or touch hot surfaces or open flame, including the stovetop.
DO NOT use below-counter power outlets.
DO NOT use with extension cords, power converters or adapters,
timer switches or separate remote-control systems.
Electrical Cautions
The appliance contains electrical components that are an electrical
shock hazard. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
electric shock and/or death.
To avoid electrical shock:
To disconnect, select Cancel, then remove plug from power source.
Always unplug when not in use, as well as before adding or removing
parts or accessories, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug
and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.

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DO allow unit to cool before adding or removing parts or accessories.
DO regularly inspect the appliance and power cord.
DO NOT operate the appliance if the power cord or plug is
damaged, or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or
damaged in any manner. For assistance, contact Customer Care by
email at [e-mail].
DO NOT attempt to dislodge food while the appliance is plugged into
an electrical outlet, as this may cause electric shock, burns, other
personal injury, and/or property damage.
DO NOT attempt to repair, replace or modify components of the
appliance, as this may cause electric shock, personal injury, fire or
property damage, and will void the warranty.
DO NOT tamper with any of the safety mechanisms, as this may
result in personal injury or property damage.
DO NOT immerse power cord, plug or the appliance in water or
other liquid.
DO NOT rinse the appliance under tap.
DO NOT use the appliance in electrical systems other than 120 V ~ 60 Hz
for North America.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Air Fryer
Parts + accessories
Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Remember to recycle!
We designed this packaging with sustainability in mind. Please recycle
everything that can be recycled where you live. Be sure to keep this
Guide, along with the Safety and Warranty insert for reference.
Power cord (rear)
Air vents (rear)
Cooking trays (2)
Lights (inside)
Air frying baskets
with ClearCook™
Control panel
Heating elements (inside)

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USING YOUR VORTEX™PLUS
Control panel
We’ve designed the control panel to be simple to use and easy to read.
1. Left + Right Basket Status Display
• Cooking temperature
• Cooking time
• Messages
• Error codes
2. Smart Programs
3. Temperature Control
• Increase or decrease cooking
temperature
4. Time Control
• Increase or decrease cooking time
5. Left (1) + Right (2) Basket Selectors
6. Light
7. SyncFinish
• Set separate programs to end at
the same time
8. SyncCook
• Match right and left basket settings
9. Start
10.Cancel
11. Control Panel
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Turning the sound On/Off
You can set notification sounds to ON or OFF.
• When in Ready or cooking modes, press and hold Time and Temp
for 5 seconds until the display shows Sound On or Sound Off.
Error alerts cannot be turned off.
Choosing the temperature scale
You can display cooking temperature in either Fahrenheit or Celsius.
• When in Ready or Cooking modes, press and hold Temp for
5 seconds until the display shows °F or °C.
Reset Smart Programs to original settings
Reset individual Smart Programs
• Once you’ve selected the Smart Program, press and hold that
Smart Program button for 3 seconds.
The Smart Program’s button blinks and the cooking time and temperature
are restored to the factory default setting.
Reset all Smart Programs
• With the cooker in Ready mode, press and hold the Control Dial
for 3 seconds until the cooker beeps.
All Smart Program cooking times and temperatures are restored to the
factory default setting.

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INITIAL SETUP
Unpack
1. Remove your new Vortex™Plus from the box.
2. Remove all the packaging material from in and around the air fryer.
3. Make sure to remove all the accessories from inside the air fryer.
4. Don’t remove the safety warning stickers or the rating label from
the air fryer.
Clean before use
1. Wipe the interior with a damp cloth. Use a clean, soft cloth to dry.
2. Wash the accessories with hot water and dish soap. Rinse with
warm, clear water and use a soft cloth to dry.
Placement
1. Place your Vortex Plus on a stable, level surface, away from
combustible material and external heat sources. Do not place your
Vortex Plus on top of another appliance.
2. Make sure to leave at least 5 in / 13 cm of space above and around
all sides of the appliance to allow for sufficient air flow.
Test run
Before using your new Vortex Plus for the first time, perform a test run
to ensure everything is working correctly.
To perform a test run:
1. Follow the instructions for cooking on page 14.
2. Insert the cooking basket, but do not add food.
3. Select basket 1.
4. The Air Fry program activates by default.
5. Change the cooking temperature to 400°F / 205°C.

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6. Change the cooking time to 18 minutes.
7. Select basket 2.
8. The Air Fry program activates by default.
9. Change the cooking temperature to 400°F / 205°C.
10. Change the cooking time to 18 minutes.
11. Press Start and the air fryer starts the test run.
12. When the display shows Add Food, just wait 10 seconds for the
program to resume (do not add any food).
13. When the display shows Turn Food, just wait 10 seconds for the
program to resume.
14. After the cooking session is done, let the unit cool.
Now you’re ready to cook a meal in your Instant Vortex™Plus!

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COOKING
The Vortex™Plus uses rapid air circulation to crisp or cook food, giving
your meals all the rich, crispy flavor of deep frying, with little to no oil.
HOT SURFACES
The air fryer will be hot during and after cooking. Always exercise
extreme caution when removing food from the hot cooking
chamber. Touching hot surfaces may result in personal injury, and/
or property damage.
MUST ALLOW AIR FLOW
To prevent personal injury, and/or property damage, do not block
air intake or air vents.
What to cook in
The cooking basket and cooking tray are perforated to allow air to flow
under and around your food, and should be used for most foods, like
wings and cauliflower bites.
You can place food right on the cooking tray, without using foil or other coverings.
For the Baking program only, you can use a metal or glass baking dish
to hold things like batter for cakes and dough for breads. Place the
baking dish inside the cooking basket for baking.

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How to cook
These instructions explain how to cook using one basket at a time.
See page 20 for information on using both baskets.
Prep
Thaw, cut, season or batter your ingredients according to your recipe.
Preheat
1. Insert the cooking basket into the air fryer.
2. Press 1(to cook in left basket) or 2(to cook in right basket).
The Air Fry button blinks and the display shows the default time
and temperature.
3. If you want to select a smart program other than Air Fry, press
the button for the program you want to use.
The default time and temperature are displayed for that smart program.
4. If you want to adjust the cooking time, press Time and use the
Control Dial to increase or decrease it.
5. If you want to adjust the cooking temperature, press Temp and
use the Control Dial to increase or decrease it.
6. Press Start to begin. The status bar shows Preheating.
7. When the cooker reaches the target temperature, the display
shows Add Food.
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Cook
To cook using both baskets at the same time, see the instructions
on page 20.
1. Remove the cooking basket and place your food into the basket.
2. Insert the cooking basket into the air fryer.
3. Cooking begins and the cooking countdown timer starts.
Turn
1. Part way through the cooking cycle the display shows Turn Food.
If you do not remove the basket after Turn Food displays, cooking will
proceed after 10 seconds.
2. Remove the basket and carefully turn, flip, or rotate your food.
3. Insert the basket again. Cooking continues.
Finish
• When the smart program completes, the air fryer beeps and the
display shows End.
The air fryer beeps after 5 minutes, 20 minutes, and 60 minutes to remind
you that cooking has completed.
Changing cooking time during cooking
You can change the cooking time after you’ve started a smart program:
1. Press 1or 2to select the basket you want to change.
2. Press Time and use the Control Dial to increase or decrease it.
3. Then press the Control Dial to confirm the change.
4. Press Start to continue cooking.
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Changing cooking temperature during cooking
You can change the cooking time after you’ve started a smart program:
1. Press 1or 2to select the basket you want to change.
2. Press Temperature and use the Control Dial to increase or
decrease it.
3. Then press the Control Dial to confirm the change.
4. Press Start to continue cooking.
If you don’t press Start, cooking continues using the former settings.
Cancel cooking during cooking
You can cancel cooking at any time after you’ve started a
smart program:
1. Press 1or 2to select the basket you want to cancel.
2. Press Cancel.
If you press Cancel without selecting a basket, both baskets will be canceled.

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SMART PROGRAMS
Air Fry
You can air fry foods like fries, cauliflower bites, wings, nuggets and more.
Setting Default Minimum Maximum
Temperature 385°F / 196°C 180°F / 82°C 400°F / 205°C
Cooking Time 15 minutes
(00:15)
1 minute
(00:01)
1 hour
(01:00)
To air fry
• Follow the basic instructions for Cooking.
• Select “Air Fry” as the Smart Program.
Roast
You can roast foods like beef, lamb, pork, poultry, vegetables and
scalloped potatoes, for a deliciously tender inside and browned outside.
Setting Default Minimum Maximum
Temperature 400°F / 205°C 180°F / 82°C 400°F / 205°C
Cooking Time 18 minutes
(00:18)
1 minute
(00:01)
1 hour
(01:00)
To roast
• Follow the basic instructions for Cooking.
• Select “Roast” as the Smart Program.

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Bake
You can bake foods like breads, cakes, pastries and buns, with the
Vortex™as your own “mini oven”.
Setting Default Minimum Maximum
Temperature 350°F / 176°C 180°F / 82°C 400°F / 205°C
Cooking Time 20 minutes
(00:20)
1 minute
(00:01)
1 hour
(01:00)
To bake
• Follow the basic instructions for Cooking.
• Select “Bake” as the Smart Program.
• There is no need to turn the food partway through cooking.
Leave approximately 1 in / 2.5 cm of space around all sides of the baking dish to
allow heat to circulate evenly.
Broil
Broiling cooks using direct top-down heating, perfect for melting
cheese on French onion soup, and nachos.
Setting Default Minimum Maximum
Temperature 400°F / 205°C 400°F / 205°C 450°F / 232°C
Cooking Time 6 minutes
(00:06)
1 minute
(00:01)
30 minutes
(00:30)
To broil
• Follow the basic instructions for Cooking.
• Select “Broil” as the Smart Program.
• There is no need to turn the food partway through cooking.