Instant VORTEX SLIM User manual

INSTANT®VORTEX®SLIM
6 QT AIR FRYER
USER MANUAL
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to your new Instant®Vortex®air fryer!
This Instant Vortex Slim 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 Vortex air fryer!
Welcome
Before using your new Vortex, read all instructions, including the
Safety and Warranty document. Failure to follow the safeguards and
instructions may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Air Fryer
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.
Control panel
Cooking tray
Power cord (rear)
Air vent (rear)
Heating element (inside)
Air frying basket
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USING YOUR VORTEX
Control panel
We’ve designed the control panel to be simple to use and easy to read.
1. Time/Temperature
• Cooking time
• Cooking temperature
2. Smart Programs
• Air Fry
• Roast
• Bake
• Broil
• Reheat
3. Temperature
4. Time
5. Cancel
6. Start
7. Progress Messages
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Turning sound On/Off
• When the display shows OFF, press and hold Temp and Time
buttons for 5+ seconds, until the display shows S Off or S On.
Audible safety alerts (beeps) cannot be turned off.
Choosing temperature unit
Choose which cooking temperature unit you would like to use,
Fahrenheit or Celsius.
• When the display shows OFF, press and hold the Temp button for
5+ seconds, until display shows °F or °C.
Save custom settings
You can set and save custom time and temperature settings for any
of the four Smart Programs.
1. Select the Smart Program you want to set.
2. Press the Time or Temp buttons and turn the Control Dial to
change the time and temperature.
3. Press Start Button to confirm change.
The next time you use that Smart Program the new temperature or time is used.
Adjustments made after cooking begins are not saved.
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Reset Smart Programs to original settings
Reset individual Smart Programs
• When the display shows OFF, press and hold one of the
Smart Program buttons until the cooker returns to Ready.
Reset all Smart Programs
• When the display shows OFF, press and hold the Control Dial for
over 3 seconds to reset device to its factory setting.
All Smart Program cooking times and temperatures are restored to the factory
default setting.
Cancel active cooking program
You can cancel any cooking program at any time.
• When the display shows OFF, Preheating or active cooking program,
press Cancel. Depending on the temperature of the unit, the
internal fan may keep running to cool the unit.
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INITIAL SETUP
Unpack
1. Remove your new Vortex air fryer 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
cooking chamber.
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 air fryer on a stable, level surface, away from
combustible material and external heat sources. Do not place your
air fryer 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.
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Test run
Before using your new Vortex air fryer for the first time, you must
perform a test run to ensure everything is working correctly.
To perform a test run:
1. Plug the air fryer into an electrical outlet. The display will
show OFF.
2. Insert the air frying basket, but do not add food.
3. Select the Air Fry program.
4. Select the cooking temperature (400°F / 205°C).
5. Select the cooking time (18 minutes).
6. When the display shows Add Food, just remove and reinsert the
cooking basket (do not add any food).
7. When the display shows Turn Food, wait 10 seconds for the program
to resume.
8. After the cooking program ends, allow the unit to cool down.
Now you’re ready to cook a meal in your Instant Vortex air fryer!
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COOKING
The Vortex air fryer 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 air frying basket with perforated cooking tray allows air to flow
under and around your food, and should be used for most foods, like
wings and cauliflower bites.
For the Baking program only, you can use an oven-safe metal or glass
baking dish to hold things like batter for cakes and dough for breads.
Place the baking dish inside the air frying basket for baking.
You can place food right on the cooking tray, without using foil or other coverings.
Prep
Cut, chop, season, marinate or batter your ingredients according to
your recipe.
Cook
1. Insert the air frying basket into the cooker.
When the air frying basket is inserted securely, the front of the basket is
flush with the front of the cooker.
2. Press Air Fry.
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3. Press Temp/Time to adjust the temperature and cooking time.
4. Press Start to begin. The display shows Preheating to indicate that
the cooking program has started.
See page 10 to adjust Smart Program settings.
Add food
1. When the cooker passes the preheating phase, the display
shows Add Food and the unit will beep.
2. Remove the basket, and carefully insert your food into the basket.
3. Reinsert the air frying basket into the cooker. The display shows
Cooking and the cooking countdown timer starts.
Turn
4. Part way through the cooking cycle the display shows
Turn Food and the unit will beep.
5. Remove the air fryer basket from the unit and carefully turn,
flip, or rotate your food.
If you do not remove the basket after Turn Food displays, cooking will
proceed after 10 seconds.
6. Insert the air frying basket into the cooker. Cooking continues.
Finish
• When the Smart Program completes, the appliance beeps, and the
display shows End.
The “Food-Ready” beep will come up 1 minute later after End (and will beep
each minute for 10 minutes total) if the basket/door is not open.
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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 400°F / 205°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 Air Frying.
• 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 380°F / 193°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.
Bake
You can bake foods like breads, cakes, pastries and buns with great
results, without heating up your main oven.
Setting Default Minimum Maximum
Temperature 365°F / 185°C 180°F / 82°C 400°F / 205°C
Cooking Time 30 minutes
(00:30)
1 minute
(00:01)
1 hour
(01:00)
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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
(the display will not show Turn Food during 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 350°F / 177°C 400°F / 205°C
Cooking Time 6 minutes
(00:06)
1 minute
(00:01)
40 minutes
(00:40)
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
(the display will not show Turn Food during cooking).
Reheat
Bring the crisp and crunch back to leftover fries and pizza in just a few minutes.
Setting Default Minimum Maximum
Temperature 280°F / 138°C 120°F / 49°C 360°F / 182°C
Cooking Time 10 minutes
(00:10)
1 minute
(00:01)
1 hour
(01:00)
To reheat
• Follow the basic instructions for Cooking but add your food to the
air frying basket before you select a Smart Program.
• Select “Reheat” as the Smart Program.
Once this Smart Cooking function starts, the display will show the target
temperature and cooking time immediately, there’s no preheating time.
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CLEANING
Clean your Vortex air fryer after each use. Always unplug the unit and
let all parts cool to room temperature before cleaning. Before use or
storing, make sure all surfaces are dry.
To prevent electric shock, unplug before cleaning.
DO NOT immerse power cord, plug or the appliance in water or
other liquid, which may result in electric shock.
Part Cleaning instructions
Cooking tray • Dishwasher safe.*
• The cooking trays have a non-stick coating. Avoid
using metal utensils when cleaning.
• Avoid using harsh cleaners.
Removable air fryer
basket
• Dishwasher safe.*
• The basket has a non-stick coating. Avoid using
metal utensils when cleaning.
• Avoid using harsh cleaners.
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.
• 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.
Power cord • Clean with a soft, damp cloth or sponge. Wipe dry.
*Some discoloration may occur after machine washing, but this will not affect the
cooker’s safety or performance.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Solution
Air fryer will
not turn on
The appliance is not
properly plugged in.
• Make sure the power cord is plugged
into the outlet firmly.
Outlet is not
powered.
• Plug another appliance into the
same outlet to test the circuit.
The air frying basket
isn’t fully inserted.
• Make sure the air frying basket is
fully inserted.
Black smoke
is coming
from the air
fryer
Using an oil with a
low smoke point.
• Cancel the Smart Program, unplug
the cooker and allow it to cool to
room temperature.
• Choose a neutral oil with a high
smoke point, such as Canola,
Avocado, Soybean, Safflower, or
Rice Bran.
Food residue on the
heating coil, in the
cooking chamber or
on the accessories.
• Cancel the Smart Program, unplug
the cooker and allow it to cool to
room temperature.
• Remove all accessories from the
cooking chamber and clean the
cooking chamber and all accessories
thoroughly.
Appliance
malfunction.
• Contact Consumer Care.
White smoke
is coming
from the air
fryer
Cooking foods
with a high fat
content, such as
bacon, sausage,
and hamburger
• Avoid air frying foods with a high fat
content. Check the cooking chamber
for excess oil and/or fat and carefully
remove as needed before air frying.
Water is vaporizing,
producing thick steam.
• Pat dry moist food ingredients
before air frying.
• Do not add water or other liquid
to the cooking chamber when
air frying.
Seasoning on food has
blown into element
• Be mindful when seasoning food.
Spray vegetables and meats with
oil before seasoning to help the
seasoning stick.
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ERROR CODES
If the control panel displays an error code from this list, there is an
issue with the Vortex™Plus. Here are the actions you should take to fix
the problem.
Problem Cause Solution
E1 Open circuit. • Contact Consumer Care.
E2 Temperature sensor short circuit. • Contact Consumer Care.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
We offer genuine replacement parts for your Instant Vortex Slim Air
Fryer, if you need them. Visit www.instanthome.com to order.
Part Part number
Vortex Slim air
frying basket
210-1096-01
Vortex Slim
cooking tray
210-1078-01
Replacement parts sold separately and subject to availability.
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LEARN MORE
There’s a whole world of Vortex Air Fryer information and help just
waiting for you. Here are some of the most helpful resources.
Register your product
Instanthome.com/register
Contact Consumer Care
In the Instant Brand Connect app
Instanthome.com/customer-care-center
[e-mail]
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Instanthome.com
iOS and Android app stores
Cooking charts and more recipes
Instanthome.com
How-to videos, tips and more
Instanthome.com
Replacement parts and accessories
Instanthome.com
Join the community
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Model Volume Wattage Power Weight Dimensions
AFB6002BK 6 Quarts
5.7 Litres
1700 W 120V/60Hz 10.67 lb
4.84 kg
in: 17.78 L x
10.20 W x 11.85 H
cm: 45.2 L x
25.9 W x 30.1 H
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