PowerXL VORTEX PRO 8QT User manual

AF-E8001-L
VORTEX PRO
8QT AIR FRYER
Use & Care Manual
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PowerXL™Vortex Pro Air Fryer
Appliance Specications
Model
Number
Supply
Power
Rated
Power Temperature Range
AF-E8001-L 120V ~60Hz 1700W 90° F–430° F
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
The PowerXL™Vortex Pro Air Fryer will provide you
many years of delicious family meals and memories
around the dinner table. But before you begin, it’s
very important that you read this entire manual,
making certain that you are totally familiar with this
appliance’s operation and precautions.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4
Parts & Accessories 7
Using the Control Panel 9
Instructions For Use 11
General Cooking Guidelines 14
Cleaning & Storage 16
Troubleshooting 17
Frequently Asked Questions 18
Table of Contents
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• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
• 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 are given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children.
• Where to Use the Appliance
• DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in
a heated oven.
• DO NOT place your appliance on a cooktop, even if the
cooktop is cool, because you could
accidentally turn the cooktop on, causing
a fire, damaging the appliance, your
cooktop, and your home.
• DO NOT place or use this appliance near water.
• When cooking, DO NOT place the appliance against a
wall or within 5 inches of other appliances. DO NOT place
anything on top of the appliance.
• A fire may occur if this appliance is covered by or touching
flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls,
and the like, when in operation.
• DO NOT use outdoors.
• DO NOT place the appliance in any container or small
confined space while the appliance is heated or in
operation.
• ALWAYS operate the appliance on a horizontal surface that
is level, stable, and noncombustible with adequate space
for airflow.
• Place a trivet or hot pad under the appliance before using
it.
• DO NOT operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or
plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged
or dropped. Return the appliance to an authorized service
facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
• This appliance should be serviced ONLY by qualified
service technicians. Contact Customer Service using the
information located on the back of this manual.
• NEVER immerse the main unit housing in water. If the
appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in
water, unplug from electrical outlet immediately. Do
not reach into liquid if the appliance is plugged in and
immersed.
• To protect against electrical shock, DO NOT immerse the
cord or plugs, or expose the electrical components to
water or other liquid.
• DO NOT plug in the power cord or operate the appliance
controls with wet hands.
• ALWAYS make sure the plug is attached to the appliance
first, and then plug the cord into the electrical outlet. To
disconnect, press the Power button to turn the appliance
off and then remove the plug from the electrical outlet.
• MAKE SURE the appliance is properly plugged into a
dedicated electrical outlet without any other appliances on
the same outlet.
• KEEP the appliance and its power cord out of the reach
of children when it is in operation or in the cooling down
process.
• NEVER plug the appliance into an outlet below the surface
where the appliance is placed.
• DO NOT let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or
counter or touch hot surfaces.
• DO NOT clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break
off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating risks of
electricshock.
• Operational Safety
• Should the appliance emit smoke, UNPLUG IMMEDIATELY
and wait for smoking to stop before handling the
appliance. Allow the appliance to cool and wipe excess oil
and grease from the appliance.
• Cooking appliances should be positioned in a stable
location with the handles (if any) positioned to avoid the
spillage of hot liquids.
• NEVER operate the appliance unattended.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by
the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
• Avoid touching moving parts.
Prevent Injuries! – Carefully Read All Instructions Before Use!
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.
When using electrical appliances,basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of re, electric shock, and/or injury, including the following:
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• UNPLUG the appliance from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning. ALLOW 30 minutes to cool before
handling, putting on or taking off parts, cleaning, or
storing.
• DO NOT cover the Air Intake Vent or Hot Air Outlet Vent
while the appliance is operating. Doing so will prevent
even cooking and may overheat or damage the appliance.
• When in operation, hot air and steam are
releasedthrough the Hot Air Outlet Vent. KEEPYOUR
HANDS AND FACE at a safe distance from the Hot Air
Outlet Vent and KEEPthe Vent clear ofobstructions.
• While cooking, the internal temperature of theappliance
reaches several hundred degreesFahrenheit. To avoid
personal injury, NEVER place hands inside the appliance
unless it is thoroughly cooled.
• The appliance’s outer surfaces and accessories may
become hot during use. WEAR OVEN MITTS when
handling the appliance during and after use and to protect
against hot steam and air released when opening the
appliance.
• DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Use handles orknobs.
• EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE USED when moving an
appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids or when
removing accessories or disposing of hot grease. This
appliance is not intended for deep-frying foods.
• Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or utensils MUST
NOT be inserted in the appliance as they may create a risk
of fire or electric shock. DO NOT overfill the appliance.
• DO NOT store any materials, other than manufacturer-
recommended accessories, in this appliance when not
in use.
• DO NOT place any of the following materials in the
appliance: paper, cardboard, plastic.
• NEVER pour oil into the appliance or accessories. Fire and
personal injury could result.
• DO NOT use aerosol cooking sprays. These sprays will
build up on cookware and become difficult to remove
while reducing the nonstick cooking performance.
• DO NOT expose the appliance to corrosive chemicals or
vapors.
• DO NOT use sharp utensils with the appliance. These
implements can damage the appliance’s protective
non-stick coating.
• This appliance is for home use only. If the appliance is
used improperly or for professional or semi-professional
purposes or if it is not used according to the instructions
in the user manual, the guarantee becomes invalid and
Empower Brands, LLC will not be held liable for damages.
DO NOT use this appliance for anything other than its
intended use.
• Be sure the handle is assembled and fastened properly.
See " Attaching the Fry Basket Handle" section for
instructions.
• NEVER connect this appliance to an external timer switch
or separate remote-control system.
• When ready to start, plug the hardwired cord into a
electrical outlet. To disconnect, press the Power Button to
turn the appliance off and then remove the plug from the
electrical outlet.
• NEVER rest anything on the basket while it isopen.
• DO NOT leave the basket open for an extendedperiod.
• ALWAYS ensure that nothing is protruding out of the
appliance before closing the basket
• ALWAYS close the basket gently; NEVER slam the basket
closed. ALWAYS use the handle when opening and closing
the basket.
• NEVER operate the appliance with the basketopen.
• When the cooking time has completed, cooking will stop
and the fan will continue to run for 10–20 seconds to cool
down the appliance.
• The appliance is equipped with an internal microswitch
that automatically shuts down thefan and heating
element when the basket isremoved.
• Use caution when handling the Fry Basket after cooking
food. Liquid in the Fry Basket, including oil, grease, or
water, will be hot, and care should be taken to ensure that
the liquid stays inside the Fry Basket until the liquid has
cooled. Some liquid may collect underneath the Fry Tray
and be difficult to see.
Prevent Injuries! – Carefully Read All Instructions Before Use!
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.
When using electrical appliances,basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of re, electric shock, and/or injury, including the following:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This product is for household use only.
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POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk
of electric shock, this plug is intended to t into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not t fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied
electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be
used if care is exercised in their use.
3. If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
a. The marked electrical rating of the cord set orextension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
b. The 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 unintentionally.
ELECTRIC POWER
This appliance should be operated on a dedicated electrical outlet. If the electrical outlet is
overloaded with other appliances, your new appliance may not operate properly.
AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
The appliance has a built-in shut-off device that will automatically shut off the appliance when
the cooking time has completed. You can manually switch off the appliance by pressing the
Power Button. The fan will continue running for 10–20 seconds to cool down theappliance.
OVERHEATING PROTECTION
Should the inner temperature control system fail, the overheating protection system will be
activated and the appliance will not function. Should this happen, unplug the appliance. Allow
time for the appliance to cool completely before restarting or storing.
ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS
This appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic elds. If handled
properly and according to the instructions in the user manual, the appliance is safe to use
based on scientic evidence available today.
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1. BROIL AND FRY TRAY
2. SILICONE BUMPERS*
3. BASKET
4. HANDLE
5. CONTROL PANEL
6. AIR INLET VENT
7. MAIN UNIT HOUSING
8. HOT AIR OUTLET VENT
9. POWER CABLE
NOTE: Unpack all listed
contents from the packaging.
Please remove any clear or
blue protective lm on the
components before use.
*Do not remove the bumpers.
IMPORTANT: Please make
sure that your PowerXL™ Vortex
Pro Air Fryer has been shipped
with the components that you
ordered (some accessories
may be sold separately). Check
everything carefully before
use. If any part is missing or
damaged, do not use this
product. Contact Empower
Brands, LLC using the customer
service number located on the
back of this manual.
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Attaching the Fry Basket Handle
Your Fry Basket Handle might come disassembled in your appliance’s packaging. To attach
the Fry Basket Handle:
1. Remove the paper label. Pull the Fry
Basket out of the appliance.
2. Slide the attachment point on the
handle downward until it clicks into
place.
3. The Fry Basket Handle should lock into
placeand should not detach once it is
locked into place.
Parts & Accessories
Broil and Fry Tray Basket
Display Panel
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1. Power Button: Once the Basket and
Fry Tray are properly placed in the Main Unit
Housing, the Control Panel will be illuminated.
Pressing the Power Button once will set the
appliance to a default cooking temperature
of 375° F and time of 15 minutes. Pressing
the Power Button a second time will start
the cooking process. Pressing the Power
Button during the cooking cycle will turn the
appliance off.
2. Cooking Presets: Press the cooking
preset buttons to choose from up to ten
cooking presets. See the Preset Chart
for the cooking times and temperatures
associated with each preset. The running
lights on the Control Panel will illuminate
when the cooking cycle begins and will stay
illuminated for up to 20 seconds after the
cooking cycle is complete.
3. Timer Control Buttons: The + and
−symbols enable you to increase or decrease
cooking time 1minute at a time (30minutes
at a time for Dehydrate). Keeping the Button
held down will rapidly change the time.
Time control range: 1– 60 minutes
(Dehydrate time control range: 2–24 hours).
4. Temperature Control Buttons:
The + and −symbols enable you to increase
or decrease cooking temperature 5° F at
a time. Keeping a button held down will
rapidly change the temperature. Temperature
control range: 180° F–430° F (Dehydrate
temperature control range: 90° F–170° F).
5. Time and Temperature
Display:
This display will keep track of the temperature
and remaining cook time.
Shake Indicator: The shake Indicator will
illuminate when the cooking cycle has reached
its halfway point. This halfway timer gives you
the opportunity to shake or ip your food
in the appliance, which helps ensure even
cooking (see the “Shaking” section).
TO START: Plug the Power Cord into the electrical outlet. TheDigital LED Display will illuminate
and a series of dashes (running lights)will display.
Using The Control Panel
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Using The Control Panel
Preset Chart
Once you are familiar with the appliance, you may want to experiment with your own recipes.
Simply choose the time and temperature that suits your personal taste.
Preset Temperature Time Shake* Low Fan
Default 375° F 15 mins. Yes
French Fry 400° F 18 mins. Yes
Vegetable 380° F 8 mins. Yes
Bake 320° F 30 mins. No On
Fish 390° F 10 mins. No
Eggs 250° F 18 mins. No
Chicken 350° F 40 mins. Yes
Broil 400° F 12 mins. Yes
Reheat 240° F 12 mins. Yes
Defrost 180° F 15 mins. Yes On
Dehydrate 120° F 2 hrs. No On
*Shake Function Programming: Halfway through the cooking cycle, the appliance will beep ve times, indicating that food can be shaken
or ipped over (see the “Shaking” section).
REHEAT
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Instructions for Use
1. Read all material, warning stickers, and labels.
2. Remove all packing materials, stickers, and
labels from the appliance.
3. Before initial use, wipe the inside and outside
of the appliance with a warm, moist cloth
and mild detergent. Handwash all cooking
accessories.
4. Place appliance on a heat-resistant surface
or use heat protection. Do not place the
appliance on a surface that is not heat
resistant. Ensure that the appliance is used
in an area with adequate air circulation. Do
not place on the stove top.
5. Before cooking food, preheat the appliance
for a few minutes to allow the appliance to
burn off the manufacturer’s protective coating
of oil. Wipe the appliance with warm, soapy
water and a dishcloth after this burn-in cycle.
Inserting the Fry Tray
1. Place the Fry Tray in the Basket. The Fry Tray’s
adjustable tray height lets you place food
closer to the heating element for broiling.
You can also use it to make the total size of
the basket smaller when cooking smaller
quantities of food.
2. To raise the Fry Tray closer to the heating
element, position the edges of the Fry Tray
(see Fig. i) on the Fry Tray Holders (see Fig. j).
To use the Fry Tray on the bottom of the Basket, rotate the FryTray so that the Fry Tray‘s
edges slide past the Fry Tray Holder, and push the Fry Tray to the bottom of theBasket
(see Fig k).
3. Slide the Basket into the appliance. If the Basket is placed properly, it will click into
place.
NOTE: This appliance cooks using hot air. Do not ll the Basket with oil or frying fat.
Before First Use
Fig. i
Fig. j
Fig. k
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1. Plug the appliance into a
dedicated electrical outlet.
2. Pull the Basket out of the appliance
and place the ingredients inside. Do
not touch the Basket directly
because the Basket becomes very
hot during operation. Only hold the
Basket by its handle. Insert the
Basket into the appliance.
NOTE: Always use the Fry Tray with
the Basket.
3. Press the Power Button. Set the
appropriate time and temperature
for the ingredients you are
cooking.
4. When the timer beeps ve times,
either the set cooking time has
elapsed or the appliance is
reminding you to shake or ip
your food (see “Shaking/Flipping”
in “Instructions for Use”). Pull the
Basket out of the appliance and
place it on a heat-resistant surface.
5. When removing food from the
Fry Basket, avoid contact with
hot excess oil or any hot cooking
accessories. To avoid being burned,
use silicone-tipped tongs or
carefully tip the food out of the Fry
Basket. The Fry Tray is not secured
and can fall out, and hot liquid
might be located underneath the
Fry Tray.
6. If the food is not fully cooked,
simply slide the Basket back into
the appliance and add a few
minutes to the cooking time.
7. The appliance is instantly ready for
preparing another batch.
8. When cooking multiple batches
of food, drain any grease or liquid
from the Fry Basket.
Using the Appliance
Instructions for Use
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Shaking/Flipping
Tips
• Foods that are smaller in size
usually require a slightly shorter
cooking time than larger foods.
• Shaking smaller-sized foods
halfway through the cooking
process ensures that all the pieces
are fried evenly.
• Adding a bit of vegetable oil to
breaded items is suggested for a
crispier result. When adding oil,
do so just before cooking and
add only a small amount onto the
breaded items.
• Snacks normally cooked in an
oven can also be cooked in the
appliance.
• Use premade dough to prepare
filled snacks quickly and easily.
Premade dough also requires
a shorter cooking time than
homemade dough.
• You can use the appliance to
reheat foods. Simply set the
temperature and time to however
warm you want your food.
To ensure even cooking, some foods
require shaking or ipping during
the cooking process. Some of this
appliance‘s presets include a halfway
timer, which is a timer that will beep
and the Shake icon on the Control
Panel will blink when the cooking
cycle has reached its halfway point.
At the halfway point in the cycle,
carefully use oven mitts to remove
the hot Basket from the appliance.
For food with high moisture content,
use tongs to flip the food. Otherwise,
gently shake the Fry Basket.
NOTE: If you do not remove the Basket
and shake or flip the food, the Shake
light on the Control Panel will remain
illuminated.
Capacity
Chart
Model/Size French Fries Quantity
8-qt. 28 oz.
Instructions for Use
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NOTE: Keep in mind that these settings are guidelines. Since ingredients differ
in origin, size, shape, and brand, we cannot guarantee the best settings for your
ingredients.
Food item Size Temperature Cook Time Preheat
Shake or
Flip
Spray
with Oil
FROZEN FOOD
French fries 400° F 18 min 
Sweet potato fries 400° F 22 min 
Chicken nuggets 400° F 14 min 
CHICKEN
Breaded cutlets 6 oz 400° F 10 min   
Wings 400° F 25 min  
Chicken breast 6 oz 400° F 8 min 
BEEF
Burgers 6 oz 400° F 10 min  
Hot dogs 8 pc 375° F 5 min  
NY strip steaks 8 oz 400° F 12 min  
Meatballs,1 inch 1.5 lb 375° F 10 min  
PORK
Pork chops 400° F 12 min  
Sausages 350° F 15 min  
FISH
Salmon lets 6 oz 390° F 12 min 
Shrimp (16–20 size) 12 oz 390° F 10 min  
General Cooking Guidelines
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Food item Size Temperature Cook Time Preheat
Shake or
Flip
Spray
with Oil
VEGETABLES
Asparagus 1 lb 380° F 8 min  
Broccoli 8 oz 380° F 8 min  
Corn on the cob 2 pc 380° F 8 min 
PREPARED FOOD
Hard boiled eggs,
shell on 250° F 18 min
Cake 320° F 20 min
Grilled cheese
sandwich 1 pc 375° F 6 min  
Internal Temperature
Meat Chart
Food Type Internal Temp.*
Beef & Veal
Ground 160° F
Steaks,roasts:
medium 145° F
Steaks,roasts: rare 125° F
Chicken & Turkey
Breasts 165° F
Ground,stuffed 165° F
Whole bird,legs,
thighs,wings 165° F
Fish & Shellsh Any type 145° F
Lamb
Ground 160° F
Steaks,roasts:
medium 140° F
Steaks,roasts: rare 130° F
Pork
Chops, ground,
ribs,roasts 160° F
Fully cooked ham 140° F
Use this chart and a food thermometer
to ensure that meat, poultry, seafood,
and other cooked foods reach a safe
minimum internal temperature.
*For maximum food safety, the U.S.
Department of Agriculture recommends
165° F for all poultry; 160° F for ground
beef, lamb, and pork; and 145° F, with
a 3-minute resting period, for all other
types of beef, lamb, and pork. Also
review the USDA Food Safety Standards.
General Cooking Guidelines
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Clean the appliance after each use. The Basket and Fry Tray are coated with a special
nonstick surface. Never use abrasive cleaning materials or utensils on these surfaces.
1. Remove the Power Cable from the electrical outlet and be certain the appliance
is thoroughly cooled before cleaning.
2. Wipe the outside of the appliance with a warm, moist cloth and mild detergent.
3. Remove the Fry Tray from the completely cool Fry Basket. Remove any liquid from
the bottom of the Fry Basket.
4. Clean the Basket and Fry Tray, with hot water, a mild detergent, and a nonabrasive
sponge. The Fry Tray is dishwasher safe, but hand-washing is recommended. For
difcult-to-remove food, soak in hot, soapy water for 10 minutes.
5. NOTE: If the Silicone Bumpers on the Fry Tray need to be cleaned, they can be
removed and reattached. To remove the bumpers, locate the capped end of
the bumper and push the capped end off of the Fry Tray. There will be some
resistance, but keep pushing until the bumper slide off of the Fry Tray. To
reattach the bumper, slide each bumper onto the slot on the Fry Tray.
6. Clean the inside of the appliance with hot water, a mild detergent, and a nonabrasive
sponge.
7. If necessary, remove unwanted food residue from the heating element with a soft
cleaning brush.
8. Rinse the appliance with a clean, damp cloth. Use a clean, dry cloth to dry the
appliance interior. Do not leave standing water in the appliance.
9. If any other service needs to be performed, contact Customer Service using the
contact information on the back of this manual.
Place the cooled, dry appliance in a clean, dry place.
Do not stack objects on top of the appliance.
Storage
Cleaning & Storage
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Symptom Possible Cause Solution
The appliance
does not work.
The appliance is not plugged in. Plug the Power Cable into an electrical outlet.
The appliance is plugged into an outlet that is shared
with other devices.
Plug the appliance into a dedicated
electrical outlet.
The appliance has not been turned on by setting the
preparation time and temperature.
Press the Power Button.
Select a time and temperature.Press the
Power Button again and cooking will begin.
The appliance might have been turned off.
If the Power button is pressed while cooking, the
Auto Shut-Off mode will be triggered.
Press the Power Button.Select a time and
temperature.Press the Power Button again
and cooking will begin.
Food is not cooked.
The Basket is overloaded. Use smaller batches for more even frying.
The temperature is set too low. Raise temperature and continue cooking.
Food is not fried evenly. Some foods need to be shaken or ipped during
the cooking process.
See “Shaking/Flipping” section in
“Instructions for Use”.
Basket will not slide into
appliance properly.
The Basket is overloaded. Do not ll the Basket above the Maximum
line.
The FryTray is not placed in the Basket correctly. Gently push the FryTray into the Basket until
it clicks.
Smoke coming from
appliance.
Too much oil is being used. Wipe down to remove excess oil.
The Basket has grease residue from the
previous operation. Clean the Basket after each use.
French fries are not fried
evenly.
Potatoes are not prepped properly. Consult a recipe for potato type and prep.
Fries are not cut evenly. Cut fries thinner or reshape fries.
Fries are too crowded. Spread fries out or cook a smaller batch.
Potatoes are not rinsed properly during preparation. Pat dry to remove excess starch.
Fries are not crispy. Raw fries have too much water.
Dry potato sticks properly before misting oil.
Cut sticks smaller.
Add a bit more oil.
Error
E1 - Broken circuit of the thermal sensor
Call Customer Service at 1-973-287-5129
E2 - Short circuit of the thermal sensor
Troubleshooting
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1. Can I prepare foods other than
fried dishes with my appliance?
You can prepare a variety of
dishes, including steaks, chops,
burgers, and baked goods. See
the PowerXL™ Vortex Pro Air Fryer
Recipe Guide.
2. Is the appliance good for making
or reheating soups and sauces?
Never cook or reheat liquids in the
appliance.
3. Is it possible to shut off the
appliance at any time?
Press the Power Button once or
remove theBasket.
4. What do I do if the appliance
shuts off while cooking?
As a safety feature, the appliance
has an Auto Shut-Off device that
prevents damage from overheating.
Remove the Basket and set it on a
heat-resistant surface. Remove the
Power Cable from the outlet. Allow
the appliance to cool down. Once
cool, plug the Power Cable into the
outlet. Restart by pressing the Power
Button.
5. Does the appliance need time to
heat up?
Most recipes do not require
preheating. If you are cooking from
a cold start and your recipe requires
preheating, add 3 minutes to the
cooking time tocompensate.
6. Can I check the food during the
cookingprocess?
You can remove the Basket at any
time while cooking is in progress.
During this time, you can shake
or ip the contents in the Basket if
needed to ensure even cooking.
7. Is the appliance dishwasher safe?
Only the Fry Tray is dishwasher safe.
The appliance itself, which contains
the heating coil and electronics,
should never be submerged in
liquid of any kind or cleaned with
anything more than a warm, moist
cloth or nonabrasive sponge with a
small amount of mild detergent.
8. What happens if the appliance
still does not work after I have
tried all the troubleshooting
suggestions?
Never attempt a home repair.
Contact customer service and follow
the procedures set forth by the
guarantee. Failure to do so could
render your guarantee null and
void.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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TM trademark of Empower Brands, LLC.
©2023 Empower Brands, LLC. All rights reserved.
Empower Brands, LLC, Middleton, WI 53562. 09/2023
Made in China.
T22-9003596-A
E 30130
VORTEX PRO
8QT AIR FRYER
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