Cook’s Essentials CM1708 User Manual

5.3 QT

Owner’s Manual

Air Fryer Model: CM1708

G FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

Index

Topic Page

Important Safeguards...................................................................................................................1-2

Parts & Accessories.......................................................................................................................3

Using The Digital Panel..................................................................................................................4-5

General Operating Instructions.....................................................................................................6-8

Shaking - Cooking Chart.................................................................................................................9

Cleaning & Storage........................................................................................................................10

Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................11

Frequently Asked Questions.........................................................................................................12

Before you begin… It is very important that you read this entire manual making certain that you are
totally familiar with its operation and precautions.

Important Safeguards

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including:

•READ AND FOLLOW all instructions carefully.

•NEVER IMMERSE the Main Unit Housing, which

contains electrical components and heating
elements, in water. Do not rinse under the tap.

•TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK, do not put liquid of
any kind into the Main Unit Housing containing the
electrical components.

•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 fit into a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not
fitfully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not
attempt to modify the plug in any way.

•MAKE SURE the appliance is plugged into a wall
socket. Always make sure that the plug is inserted
into the wall socket properly.

•TO PREVENT FOOD CONTACT with the heating
elements, do not overfill the Fry Basket.

•DO NOT cover the Air Intake Vent or Air Outlet
Vent while the Air Fryer is operating. Doing so will
prevent even cooking and may damage the Unit or
cause it to overheat.

•NEVER POUR oil into the Outer Basket. Fire and
personal injury could result.

•WHILE COOKING, the internal temperature of the
Unit reaches several hundred degrees F. To avoid
personal injury, never place hands inside the Unit
unless it is thoroughly cooled down.

•THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR use by
persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they are under the supervision of a
responsible person or have been given proper
instruction in using the appliance. This appliance is
not intended for use by children.

•DO NOT use this Unit if the plug, the power cord or
the appliance itself is damaged in any way.

•IF THE POWER CORD IS DAMAGED, you must have
it replaced by the manufacture, its service agent, or

a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazard.

•KEEP THE APPLIANCE and its power cord out of the
reach of children when it is in operation or in the

“cooling down” process.

•KEEP THE POWER CORD away from hot surfaces.

Do not plug in the power cord or operate the Unit
controls with wet hands.

•NEVER CONNECT THIS APPLIANCE to an external
timer switch or separate remote-control system.

•NEVER USE THIS APPLIANCE with an extension
cord of any kind.

•DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE on or near
combustible materials such as tablecloths and
curtains.

•WHEN COOKING, do not place the appliance
against a wall or against other appliances. Leave at
least 5” free space on the back and sides and above
the appliance. Do not place anything on top of the
appliance.

•DO NOT USE the Air Fryer for any purpose other
than described in this manual.

•NEVER operate the appliance unattended.

•WHEN IN OPERATION, hot steam is released

through the Air Outlet Vent. Keep your hands and
face at a safe distance from the Air Outlet Vent. Also
avoid the hot steam and air while removing the
Outer Basket and Fry Basket from the appliance.

•THE UNIT’ S OUTER SURFACES may become hot
during use. The Outer Basket, Fry Basket and Cake
Pan will be hot... wear oven mitts when handling hot
components or touching hot surfaces.

•SHOULD THE UNIT EMIT BLACK SMOKE, unplug
immediately and wait for smoking to stop before
removing Outer and Fry Baskets.

CAUTION: Do not move Sliding Button Guard
forward until Fry Basket and Outer Basket are
resting on a level, heat-resistant surface.
Discontinue use if Sliding Button Guard ever
becomes detached from Unit.

Important Safeguards Continued

C A U T I O N

•Always operate the appliance on a horizontal
surface that is level, stable and noncombustible.

•This appliance is intended for normal household
use only. It is not intended for use in commercial
or retail environments.

•If the Air Fryer 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 warranty becomes invalid and we
will not be held liable for damages.

•Always unplug the appliance after use.

•Let the appliance cool down for approximately

30 minutes before handling, cleaning or storing.

•Make sure the ingredients prepared in this Unit
come out cooked to a golden-yellow color rather
than dark or brown. Remove burnt remnants.

•The Air Fryer is equipped with an internal micro
switch that automatically shuts down the fan and
heating element when the Outer Basket is
removed.

•Do not move the Sliding Button Guard forward

until Fry Basket and Outer Basket are resting on a
level, heat-resistant surface. Discontinue use if
Sliding Button Guard ever becomes detached from
Unit.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

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AUTOMATIC SWITCH-OFF

The appliance has a built-in Timer and will
automatically shut down when the countdown
reaches zero. You can manually switch the
appliance off by pressing the Timer Button until is
shows zero or by pressing the Power Button one
time. In either case, the appliance will
automatically shut down within 20 seconds.

If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other
appliances, your new Unit may not operate
properly. It should be operated on a dedicated
electrical circuit.

OVERHEATING PROTECTION

Should the inner temperature control system fail,
the overheating protection system will be
activated and the Unit will not function. Should
this happen, unplug the power cord, allow time for
the Unit to cool completely before restarting or
storing.

ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS (EMF)

This appliance 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.

ELECTRIC POWER

SYSTEM

9

Top View

11

Back View

12

10

Front View

The Sliding Button Guard helps to ensure you do not press the

Basket Release Button by accident. Pressing the Basket Release
Button causes the Outer Basket to separate from the Fry Basket and

may result in injury if not done on a level, heat-resistant surface.

Do not move Sliding Button Guard forward until Fry Basket and Outer
Basket are resting on a level, heat-resistant surface.

Sliding Button Guard & Basket Release Button

CAUTION:

Be careful not to touch the

Air Outlet Vent

(11) behind the

Unit

.

CAUTION: Discontinue use if Sliding Button Guard ever becomes
detached from Unit.

Sliding Button Guard (3)

Basket Release Button (2)

Air Fryer Parts

IMPORTANT: Your Air Fryer has been shipped with the components shown below. Check everything

carefully before use. If any part is missing or damaged do not use this product and contact shipper using
the customer service number located in the back of this owner’s manual.

1. Fry Basket

2. Basket Release Button

3. Sliding Button Guard

4. Basket Handle

5. Outer Basket

6. Outer and Fry Basket
Assembly

7. 7.5” Cake Pan

8. Air Intake Vent

9. Digital Control Panel

10. Air Outlet Vent

11. Main Unit Housing

CAUTION: Be careful not to touch the Air Outlet Vent (10) behind the unit.

Sliding Button Guard and Basket Release Button

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