COSORI Smart 5.8-Quart Air Fryer User Manual

COSORI Smart 5.8-Quart Air Fryer User Manual

COSORI Smart 5.8-Quart Air Fryer User Manual

Package Contents

• 1 x Smart 5.8-Quart Air Fryer
• 1 x Recipe Book
• 1 x Reference Guide
• 1 x User Manual
• 1 x Warranty Card

Specifications

Note: Your air fryer is compatible with the  VeSync app. For full details on using the  VeSync app with your air fryer, scan the QR code to see the extended digital manual.

• You can also type the following link into a web browser: www.cosori.com/cs158af/downloads/

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

• Follow basic safety precautions when using your air fryer. Read all instructions.

Key Safety Points

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle.
  
• Only press the basket release button with the baskets resting flat on acounter  (or any level, heat-resistant surface). The handle is attached to the inner basket, not the outer basket. When  you press the basket release button, the outer basket will drop.
  
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Hot steam is released through air outlets. Keep your hands and face clear of openings.
  

General Safety

•  Do not immerse the air fryer housing or plug in water or liquid.
•  Closely supervise children near your air fryer.
• Unplug when not in use, and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
•  Do not use your air fryer if it is damaged, not working, or if the cord or plug is damaged. Contact Customer Support (see page 22).
•  Do not use third-party replacement parts or accessories, as this may cause injuries.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not place on a stove, near gas or electric burners, or in a heated oven.
•  Be extremely cautious when moving your air fryer (or removing the baskets) if it contains hot oil or other hot liquids.
• Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Metal fragments can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
•  Do not place anything on top of your air fryer. Do not store anything inside your air fryer.
• Only use your air fryer as directed in this manual.
• Not for commercial use. Household use only.
• Always use heat-safe containers. Be extremely cautious if using containers that aren’t metal or glass.
• Keep your air fryer away from flammable materials (curtains, tablecloth, etc). Use on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface away from heat sources or liquids.
•  Immediately turn off and unplug your air fryer if you see dark smoke coming out. Food isburning. Wait for smoke to clear before pulling  the baskets out.
•  Do not leave your air fryer unattended while in use.

Plug and Cor

• Your fryer has a polarized plug (one prong is wider than the other), which fits into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, do not use the plug in that outlet. Do not alter the plug in any way.
•  Do not let the power cord (or any extension cord) hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
  Note: This fryer uses a short power-supply cord to reduce the risk of entangling or tripping. Use extension cords with care. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord must be as great as the rating of the fryer (see page 3).

Electromagnetic Fields (EMF)
The Cosori Air Fryer complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.

(SAVE THESE  INSTRUCTIONS)

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER

Your Cosori Air Fryer uses rapid 360° air circulation technology to cook with little-to-no oil, for quick, crispy, delicious food with up to 85% fewer calories than deep fryers. With user-friendly, one-touch controls, nonstick PFOA-free baskets, and an intuitive, safe design, the Cosori Air Fryer is the star of your kitchen.

Air Fryer Diagram

Note: Do not try to open the top of the air fryer. This is not a lid.

1. Air Inlet
2. Control Screen
3. Inner Basket
4. Outer Basket
5. Basket Handle
6. Sliding Button-Guard
7. Basket Release Button
8.  Housing Handles
9. Air Outlet
10. Power Cord
    

DISPLAY DIAGRAM

Note:

•  When you press a button to use a function or program, it will turn blue to show that it’s active. [Figure 1.1]
  
  

Presets

Control Panel

Note:

•  Press and hold for several seconds to reset your air fryer and enter configuration mode. See extended digital manual (QR code on page 3).

Display

Note: This indicates app configuration status. See extended digital manual(QR code on page 3).

Note: Delay the start of your cooking program using the app. See extended digital manual (QR code on page 3).

DISPLAY MESSAGES

• Cooking program has ended.
  
• Reminder to shake or flip food.
  
• Air fryer is preheated and ready to start cooking.
  

BEFORE FIRST USE

Setting Up

1. Remove all packaging from the air fryer, including any temporary stickers.
2. Place the air fryer on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface, away from areas that can be damaged by steam (such as walls or cupboards).Note: Leave 5 in / 13 cm of space behind and above the air fryer. [Figure 2.1] Leave enough room to remove the baskets.
    
3. Pull the handle to remove the baskets. Remove all plastic from baskets.
4.  Press the basket release button to separate the inner basket from the outer basket. [Figure 2.2]
   
   
5.  Wash both baskets, using either a dishwasher or a non-abrasive sponge
6.  Wipe the inside and outside of the air fryer with a slightly moist cloth. Dry with a towel.
7.  Put the baskets back inside the air fryer.

Basket Tips

• Separate baskets only after cooking, to serve food and wash baskets.
• The button guard protects the release button from being pressed accidentally. Slide the button guard forward to press the release button. [Figure 2.3]
•  Never press the release button while carrying the baskets.
• Only press the release button with the baskets resting flat on a counter (or any level, heat-resistant surface).
•  The handle is attached to the inner basket, not the outer basket. [Figure 2.2] When you press the release button, the outer basket will drop

Note:

•  Do not unscrew the basket handle from the baskets.
•  To order replacement parts, please contact Customer Support (see page 22).
  
  

VeSync App Setup

1. To download the VeSync app, scan the QR code or search “VeSync” in the Apple App Store® or Google Play™ Store.
   
   
   
2. Open the VeSync app. If you already have an account, tap Log In. To create a new account, tap Sign Up.
3. Follow the in-app instructions to finish setting up your air fryer. For more information, see the extended digital manual (QR code on page 3).

USING YOUR AIR FRYER

Note: You can use the VeSync app to control all functions of your air fryer, follow in-app recipes, and more.  For full instructions, see the extended digital manual (QR code on page 3).

Preheating

We recommend preheating before placing food into the air fryer, unless your air fryer is already hot. Food will not cook thoroughly without preheating.

1. Plug in. Press to turn on the air fryer.
2.  Press Preheat. The display will show “400°F” and “5 MIN”.
3. Optionally, press the + or – buttons to change the temperature. The time will adjust automatically
   

   Temperature	Time
   400F° / 205°C	5 minutes
   390°F / 199°C	5 minutes
   380°F / 193°C	5 minutes
   370°F / 188°C	4 minutes
   360°F / 182°C	4 minutes
   350°F / 177°C	4 minutes
   340°F / 171°C	4 minutes
   330°F / 166°C   and below	3 minutes

4. Press to begin preheating.
5. When preheating is done, the air fryer will beep 3 times. The display will show:
   

Note: If no buttons are pressed for 3 minutes, the air fryer will clear all settings and go into standby.

Air Frying

Note:

• Do not place anything on top of your air fryer. This disrupts airflow and causes poor air frying results. [Figure 3.1]
•  An air fryer is not a deep fryer. Do not fill the baskets with oil, frying fat, or  any liquid.
•  When taking the baskets out of the air fryer,be careful of hot steam, and do  not press the basket release button.
  

Preset Settings

• You can customize time (1–60 minutes) and temperature (170°–400°F / 77°–205°C), unless noted.
• Results may vary. Check out our Reference Guide and Recipe Book for a guide to customizing presets for perfect results.

Preset	Symbol	Default Temperature	Default Time (minutes)	Shake Reminder?*
Steak		400F° / 205°C	6 minutes	–
Chicken		380°F / 193°C	25 minutes	–
Seafood		350°F / 177°C	8 minutes	–
Shrimp		370°F / 188°C	6 minutes	((SHAKE))
Bacon		320°F / 160°C	8 minutes	–
Frozen Foods		350°F / 177°C	10 minutes	((SHAKE))
French Fries**		380°F / 193°C	25 minutes	((SHAKE))
Vegetables		300°F / 149°C	10 minutes	((SHAKE))
Root Vegetables		400F° / 205°C	12 minutes	((SHAKE))
Bread		320°F / 160°C	8 minutes	–
Desserts		300°F / 149°C	30 minutes	–
Preheat		400F° / 205°C	5 minutes	–
Keep Warm		170F° / 77°C	5 minutes	–

Preset Air Frying Programs

Using a preset is the easiest way to air fry. Presets are programmed with an ideal time and temperature for cooking certain foods.

1.  Preheat your air fryer (see page 11).
2. When your air fryer displays “READY”, add food to the baskets.
3.  Select a preset cooking program (see page 12).
4. Optionally, customize the temperature and time. You can do this anytime during cooking.
   • Press Temp/Time once. The temperature will blink on the display. Press the + or – buttons to change the temperature (170°F–400°F / 77°C–205°C).
   • Press Temp/Time a second time. The time will blink on the display. Press the + or – buttons to change the time (1–60 minutes).
     Note: To rapidly increase or decrease time or temperature, press and hold the + or – buttons.
5. Press  to begin air frying.
6. When using certain presets, the Shake Reminder will appear halfway through cooking time. The air fryer will beep 5 times, and “((SHAKE))” will blink on the display.
   • Take the baskets out of the air fryer, being careful of hot steam. The air fryer will pause cooking automatically. The display will turn
   • Shake or flip the food. Be careful not to press the basket release button.
   • Put the baskets back into the air fryer.
     Note: See Shaking Food (page 15)
7. The air fryer will beep 3 times when finished. The display will show:
   
8. Optionally, press Keep Warm. Press the + or – buttons to change the time  (1–60 minutes).
9. Take the baskets out of the air fryer, being careful of hot steam.
10. Remove inner basket from outer basket to serve food. When separating baskets:
    • Make sure the baskets are resting on a flat surface.
    •  Watch for hot oil or fat collected in the outer basket. To avoid splashing, drain oil before replacing inner basket. [Figure 4.1]
11. Allow to cool before cleaning.
    

Manual Air Frying

1. Preheat your air fryer (see page 11).
2.  When your air fryer displays “READY”, add food to the baskets.
3. Set the temperature and time. You can change this any time during cooking.
   •  Press Temp/Time once. The temperature will blink on the display. Press the + or – buttons to change the temperature ( 170°–400°F / 77°–205°C).
   •  Press Temp/Time a second time. The time will blink on the display.Press  the + or – buttons to change the time (1–60 minutes).
     Note: To rapidly increase or decrease time or temperature, press and hold the + or – buttons.
4. Press   to begin air frying.
   Note:

    

   • When manually air frying, there will be no Shake Reminder. You should still shake or flip appropriate foods.
   • If you want the Shake Reminder, select a preset program with the reminder (see page 13) and change the time and temperature as desired.
5. The air fryer will beep 3 times when finished. The display will show:
   
6. Optionally, press Keep Warm. Press the + or – buttons to change the time (1–60 minutes).
7. Take the baskets out of the air fryer, being careful of hot steam.
8.  Remove inner basket from outer basket to serve food. When separating baskets:
   • Make sure the baskets are resting on a flat surface.
   • Watch for hot oil or fat collected in the outer basket. To avoid splashing, drain oil before replacing inner basket. [Figure 4.1]
9. Allow to cool before cleaning.

Shaking Food

How to Shake

• During cooking, take the baskets out of the air fryer and shake, mix, or flip the food.

1. To shake food:
   • For safety purposes, hold the baskets just above  heat-resistant surface.
   • Do not press the basket release button. Shake the baskets
2. If the baskets are too heavy to shake:
   • Place the baskets on a heat resistant holder or surface.
   • Separate the baskets. Make sure no liquids are dripping from the inner basket.
   •  Carefully shake the inner basket.
     Note: Do not use this method if there is a risk of hot liquids splashing
3. If the baskets are too heavy to shake and there are hot liquids present: If the baskets are too heavy to shake and there are hot liquids present:
   • Place the baskets on a heat resistant holder or surface.
   • Use tongs to mix or flip the food.

• When you take the baskets out, the air fryer will pause cooking automatically. As a safety feature, the display will turn off until the baskets are replaced.
•  When you replace the baskets, cooking will automatically resume.
• Avoid shaking longer than 30 seconds,as the air fryer may start to cool down

What to Shake 

• Small foods that are stacked will usually need shaking, such as fries or nuggets.
• Without shaking, foods may not be crispy or evenly cooked.
•  You can flip other foods, such as steak, to ensure even browning.

When to Shake

• Shake or flip food once halfway through cooking, or more if desired.
•  Certain presets use a Shake Reminder (see Preset Settings, page 12).

Shake Reminder

• The Shake Reminder will alert you with 5 beeps, and “((SHAKE))” will blink on the display.
•  If you do not remove the baskets, the Shake Reminder will beep again after 1 minute and the display will show a solid “((SHAKE))”.
•  The Shake Reminder will go away once you take out the baskets.

Cooking Guide

Over-Filling

• If the basket is overfilled, food will cook unevenly.
•  Food should not be filled over the “MAX” line of the inner basket. [Figure 5.1] Do not pack in food.
  

Using Oil

• Adding a small amount of oil to your food will make it crispier. Use no more than 2 tablespoons of oil.
•  Oil sprays are excellent for applying small amounts of oil evenly to all food items.

Food Tips

• You can air fry any frozen foods or goods that can be baked in an oven.
• To make cakes, hand pies, or any food with filling or batter, place food in  a heat heat-safe container before placing in the baskets.
• Air frying high-fat foods will cause fat to drip to the bottom of the baskets. To avoid excess smoke while cooking, pour out fat drippings after cooking.
• Liquid-marinated foods create splatter and excess smoke. Pat these foods dry before air frying.

French Fries

• Add ½ to 1 tablespoon oil for crispiness.
• When making fries from raw potatoes, soak uncooked fries in water for 15 minutes to remove starch prior to frying. Pat dry with a towel before adding oil.
• Cut uncooked fries smaller for crispier results. Try cutting fries into ¼-inch by 3-inch (0.6 cm by 7.6 cm) strips.
  Note: For more from the Cosori Kitchen, check out our Recipe Book and Tips from the Chef

More Functions

Switching Temperature Units

• Press and hold Temp/Time for 3 seconds.
  • The air fryer will beep once, and the temperature units will change from Fahrenheit to Celsius
  • Repeat to switch back to Fahrenheit

Pausing

• Press to pause cooking. The air fryer will stop heating, and will blink until you press to resume cooking.
  • After 30 minutes of inactivity, the air fryer will turn off.
  •  This function allows you to pause the cooking program without taking the baskets from the air fryer.

Automatically Resume Cooking

• If you pull out the baskets, the air fryer will pause cooking automatically. The display will turn off temporarily as a safety feature.
• When you return the baskets, the air fryer will automatically resume cooking based on your previous settings

Automatic Shutoff

• If the air fryer has no active cooking programs, the air fryer will clear all settings and turn off after 3 minutes of inactivity.

Overheat Protection

• If the air fryer overheats, it will automatically shut down as a safety feature.
•  Allow the air fryer to cool down before using it again.

ACCESSORIES

You can purchase accessories for your air fryer from cosori.com by scanning the QR code.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Note:

• Always clean the air fryer baskets and interior after every use.
•  Lining the outer basket with foil may make cleanup easier.

1. Turn off and unplug the air fryer. Allow it to cool completely before cleaning. Pull out the baskets for faster cooling.
2. Wipe the outside of the air fryer with a moist cloth, if necessary.
3.  The baskets are dishwasher safe. You can also wash the baskets with hot, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge. Soak if necessary
   Note: Baskets have a nonstick coating. Avoid metal utensils and abrasive cleaning materials.
4. For stubborn grease:
   • In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons(30 mL) of baking soda and 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of water to form a spreadable paste.
   •  Use a sponge to spread the paste on the baskets and scrub. Let the baskets sit for 15 minutes before rinsing.
   • Wash baskets with soap and water before using.
5. Clean the inside of the air fryer with a slightly moist, non-abrasive sponge or cloth. Do not immerse in water.[Figure 6.1] Clean the heating coil, if  needed, to remove food debris.
6. Dry before using.
   Note: Make sure that the heating coil is dry before turning on the air fryer.
   

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your problem is not listed, please contact Customer Support (see page 22).

FCC STATEMENT

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.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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 wit the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  nstallation. 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 of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instructions as documented in this manual. This  transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body. The availability of some specific channels and/ or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware  programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

TERMS & POLICY

Arovast Corporation warrants all products to be of the highest quality in material, craftsmanship, and service, effective starting from the date of purchase to the end of the warranty period.

Arovast Corporation will replace any product found to be defective due to manufacturer flaws based on eligibility. Refunds are available within the first 30 days of purchase. Refunds are only available to the original purchaser of the product. This warranty extends only to personal use and does not extend to any product that has been used for commercial, rental, or any other use in which the product is not intended for. There are no warranties other than the warranties expressly set forth with each product.

This warranty is non-transferrable. Arovast Corporation is not responsible in any way for any damages, losses, or inconveniences caused by equipment failure or by user negligence, abuse, or use noncompliant with the user manual or any additional safety or usage warnings included in the product packaging and manual.

This warranty does not apply to the following:

• Damage due to abuse, accident, alteration, misuse, tampering, or vandalism.
• Improper or inadequate maintenance.
•  Damage in return transit.
•  Unsupervised use by children under 18 years of age.

Arovast Corporation and its subsidiaries assume no liability for damage caused by the use of the product other than for its intended use or as instructed in the user  manual. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential losses, so the foregoing disclaimer may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which may vary from state to state.

ALL EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES,INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Additional 1-Year Warranty

You can extend your 1-year warranty by an additional year. Log onto.

http://www.cosori.com/warranty   
to register your new product for the extended warranty.

Please fill out all required fields and include your order ID, place of purchase, and purchase date, if applicable.

Defective Products & Returns

Should your product prove defective within the specified warranty period, please contact Customer Support via [email protected] with your order ID. Do not dispose of your product before contacting us. Once our Customer Support Team has approved your request, please return the unit with a copy of your invoice and order ID.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

We’re Here to Help

If you encounter any issues or have any questions about your new product, please contact our helpful Customer Support Team. Your satisfaction is our goal!

Customer Support

Arovast Corporation
1202 N. Miller St., Suite A Anaheim, CA 92806.

Email: s[email protected]
Toll-Free: (888) 402-1684

Support Hours

Mon–Fri, 9:00 am–5:00 pm PST/PDT

Note :  Please have your order confirmation ID ready before contacting Customer Support.

SHOW US WHAT YOU’RE MAKING

We hope this manual has been helpful. We can’t wait to see your beautiful results, and we think you’ll want to share glam shots! Our community awaits your uploads—just pick your platform of choice below. Snap, tag, and hashtag away, Cosori chef!

#iCookCosori
@cosoricooks
 

Considering what to cook? Many recipe ideas are available, both from us and the Cosori community.

MORE COSORI PRODUCTS

If you’re happy with this food dehydrator, the line doesn’t stop here. Check out www.cosori.com for a line of all our beautiful and thoughtfully designed cookware. They might be right at home in your kitchen, too!

FAQS

Documents / Resources

COSORI Smart 5.8-Quart Air Fryer [pdf] User Manual Smart 5.8-Quart Air Fryer, CS158-AF

References

• Cosori - Air Fryers, Toaster Ovens, Food Dehydrators, Kettles, Recipes & More
• Cosori - Air Fryers, Toaster Ovens, Food Dehydrators, Kettles, Recipes & More
• cosori.com/cs158af/downloads/
• Cosori - Recipes for Air Fryers, Toaster Ovens, Pressure Cookers & Blenders
• Vesync-Warranty Registration