Table of ContentsEmeril Lagasse AirFryer
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4
Parts & Accessories 6
Sliding Button Guard & Basket Release Button 8
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
The Emeril Lagasse AirFryer 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.
Unit Specications 9
Using the Control Panel 10
Preset Chart
11
Instructions for Use 12
General Cooking Guidelines 14
Troubleshooting 15
Frequently Asked Questions 16
Cleaning & Storage 16
90-Day Guarantee 17
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING
PREVENT INJURIES! – CAREFULLY READ
ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
When using electrical appliances, always follow
these basic safety precautions.
1. READ AND FOLLOW all instructions carefully.
2. NEVER immerse the Main Unit Housing, which
contains electrical components and heating elements,
in water. Do not rinse under the tap.
3. 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.
4. TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK, do not put liquid
of any kind into the Main Unit Housing containing the
electrical components.
5. 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 qualied
electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
6. MAKE SURE the appliance is plugged into a wall
socket. Always make sure that the plug is inserted
into the wall socket properly.
7. DO NOT place the Unit on the stove top. Place on a
at, horizontal surface with adequate space for air ow.
Do not place other appliances within 5 in. of the Unit.
8. TO PREVENT food contact with the heating elements,
do not overll.
9. DO NOT cover the Air Intake Vent or Hot Air Outlet Vent while
the Emeril Lagasse AirFryer is operating. Doing so will prevent
even cooking and may damage the Unit or cause it to overheat.
10. NEVER pour oil into the Outer Basket. Fire and
personal injury could result.
11. 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.
12. DO NOT use this Unit if the plug, the power cord,
or the appliance itself is damaged in any way.
13. IF THE POWER CORD IS DAMAGED, you must
have it replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent,
or a similarly qualied person in order to avoid hazard.
14. KEEP the appliance and its power cord out of the reach of
children when it is in operation or in the cooling down process.
15. KEEP the power cord away from hot surfaces. Do not plug in
the power cord or operate the Unit controls with wet hands.
16. NEVER connect this appliance to an external timer
switch or separate remote-control system.
17. NEVER use this appliance with an extension cord of
any kind. A short power-supply cord (or detachable
power-supply cord) is provided to reduce the risk of
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
18. DO NOT operate the appliance on or near combustible
materials, such as tablecloths, paper towels, or curtains.
19. WHEN COOKING, do not place the appliance against a
wall or against other appliances. Leave at least 5 in. free
space on the back and sides and above the appliance.
Do not place anything on top of the appliance.
20. DO NOT USE the Emeril Lagasse AirFryer for any
purpose other than described in this manual.
21. NEVER operate the appliance unattended.
22. WHEN IN OPERATION, hot steam is released through
the Hot Air Outlet Vent. Keep your hands and face at a
safe distance from the Hot Air Outlet Vent. Also avoid
the hot steam and air while removing the Outer Basket
and Fry Basket from the appliance.
23. THE UNIT’S OUTER SURFACES may become hot
during use. The Outer Basket and Fry Basket will be
hot. Wear oven mitts when handling hot components
or touching hot surfaces.
24. Before using your new Emeril Lagasse AirFryer on any
countertop surface, CHECK with your countertop
manufacturer or installer for recommendations about
using appliances on your surfaces. Some manufacturers
and installers may recommend protecting your surface
by placing a hot pad or trivet under the Emeril Lagasse
AirFryer for heat protection. Your manufacturer or installer
may recommend that hot pans, pots, or electrical
appliances should not be used directly on top of the
countertop. If you are unsure, place a trivet or hot pad
under the Emeril Lagasse AirFryer before using it.
25. DO NOT place your Emeril Lagasse AirFryer on a hot
cooktop because it could cause a re or damage the
Emeril Lagasse AirFryer, your cooktop, and your home.
26. SHOULD THE UNIT EMIT BLACK SMOKE, unplug
immediately and wait for smoking to stop. Allow the
Unit to cool and wipe out excess oil and grease from
the Unit.
WARNING:
This product can expose you to Bisphenol A, which is known
to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm. For more information, go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Overheating Protection
CAUTION
• 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 Emeril Lagasse AirFryer 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 the
manufacturer and Tristar will not be held liable for
damages.
• Always unplug the appliance after use.
• When the cooking time has completed, cooking will
stop and the fan will continue running for 10 seconds
to cool down the Unit.
• Let the appliance cool down for approximately
30 minutes before handling, cleaning, or storing.
• The Emeril Lagasse AirFryer is equipped with an
internal microswitch that automatically shuts down
the fan and heating element when the Outer Basket
is removed.
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
Unit. Allow time for the Unit to cool completely before
restarting or storing.
Automatic Shut-Off
The Unit has a built-in shut-off device that will
automatically shut off the Unit when the cooking
time has completed. You can manually switch off
the Unit by pressing the Power Button. The fan will
continue running for 10seconds to cool down the Unit.
Electric Power
The unit should be operated on a dedicated electrical
outlet. If the electrical outlet is being used by other
appliances, your new Unit may not operate properly.
Electromagnetic Fields
This appliance complies with all standards regarding
electromagnetic elds. If handled properly and
according to the instructions in this user manual, the
appliance is safe to use based on scientic evidence
available today.
For California Residents
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