COSORI CAF-LI211 Lite 2.1 Quart Mini Air Fryer User Manual

: June 11, 2024
: Cosori

COSORI CAF-LI211 Lite 2.1 Quart Mini Air Fryer

Product Information

Lite 2.1-Quart Mini Air Fryer

The Lite 2.1-Quart Mini Air Fryer by COSORI is a compact kitchen appliance that allows users to fry, roast, bake, and grill a variety of foods with little to no oil. The air fryer comes with a crisper plate and a quick reference guide, along with a user manual. It has a rated power of 900W and operates on AC 120V, 60Hz power supply. The air fryer has a capacity of 2.1 qt / 2.0 L and weighs 4.87 lb / 2.21 kg. The dimensions of the air fryer, including the handle, are 10.1 x 8.3 x 10.5 in / 25.6 x 21.1 x 26.7 cm, while the dimensions without the handle are 8.0 x 8.3 x 10.5 in / 20.3 x 21.1 x 26.7 cm.

Product Usage Instructions

Before First Use

Remove all packaging from the air fryer, including any temporary stickers and the protective cover fitted over the power plug.
Place the air fryer on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface. Keep away from areas that can be damaged by steam (such as walls or cupboards). Leave enough space behind and above the air fryer to remove the basket.
Pull the handle to remove the basket and remove all plastic from the basket.

Using Your Air Fryer

Insert the crisper plate into the basket firmly to reduce the chance of it falling out.
Place the food in the basket and insert the basket into the air fryer.
Select the desired cooking function using the cooking function button on the control panel.
Adjust the temperature and time using the temperature/time buttons on the control panel. An orange dot will appear next to the selected cooking function to show that it’s active.
Press the start/pause button to begin cooking. The air fryer will beep, turn orange, and other buttons will turn off.

Care & Maintenance

Refer to the Care & Maintenance guidelines on page 14 of the user manual for instructions on how to clean accessories. Do not fill the air fryer with oil as it is not a deep fryer. The hot crisper plate may fall out when turning the basket over, so handle it carefully.

Accessories

The air fryer comes with a crisper plate and a quick reference guide. Users can download the free VeSync app to access original recipes and video tutorials from the COSORI chefs, interact with their online community, and more.

Troubleshooting

If users encounter any issues with their air fryer, they can refer to the troubleshooting section in the user manual for possible solutions.

Warranty Information & Customer Support

The air fryer comes with a warranty, and users can contact customer support for assistance with any issues or questions they may have.
We hope you enjoy using your new Lite 2.1-Quart Mini Air Fryer by COSORI!

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Package Contents

1 x Lite 2.1-Quart Mini Air Fryer 1 x Crisper Plate
1 x Quick Reference Guide
1 x User Manual

Specifications

Model	CAF-LI211
Power Supply	AC 120V, 60Hz
Rated Power	900W
Capacity	2.1 qt / 2.0 L

Temperature

Range

| 170°–400°F /

75°–205°C

Time Range| 1–60 min
Dimensions (including handle)|

10.1 x 8.3 x 10.5 in /

25.6 x 21.1 x 26.7 cm

Dimensions (not including

handle)

|

8.0 x 8.3 x 10.5 in /

20.3 x 21.1 x 26.7 cm

Weight| 4.87 lb / 2.21 kg

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

Key Safety Points

Do not touch hot surfaces.

Use handle.

Use caution when turning the basket over after cooking, as the hot crisper plate may fall out and create a safety hazard.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Hot steam is released through openings. Keep your hands and face clear of openings.

General Safety

To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the air fryer cord, plug, or housing in water or other liquids.
Close supervision is necessary when the air fryer is used by or near children.
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 has a damaged cord or plug, if it malfunctions, or if it has been damaged in any way. Contact Customer Support (see page 18).
Using accessory attachments not recommended by COSORI may cause injuries.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not place the air fryer or any of its parts on a stove, near gas or electric burners, or in a heated oven.
Be extremely cautious when moving your air fryer (or removing the basket) if it contains hot oil or other hot liquids.
Always place the crisper plate on a heat-resistant surface after removing it from the basket.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Metal fragments can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
This air fryer is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Do not allow children to clean or perform maintenance on the air fryer unless they are supervised.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the air fryer.
This air fryer is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
Do not use the air fryer for any purpose other than its intended use.
Not for commercial use. Household use only.
Note: See Care & Maintenance (page 14) for guidelines on how to clean accessories.

While Air Frying

Use on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface away from heat sources or liquids.
An air fryer works with hot air only. Never fill the basket with oil or fat.
CAUTION: To avoid risk of electric shock, cook only in the removable basket.
To avoid risk of fire or electric shock, do not place oversized foods or metal utensils into the air fryer.
Do not overfill the air fryer basket. Heaping amounts of food may touch the heating coils and cause a fire hazard.
Do not touch the basket or crisper plate during or immediately after air frying.
Do not cover any part of the air fryer with metal foil, except for the basket as directed.
Do not place paper, cardboard, non-heat-resistant plastic, or similar materials into your air fryer.
Never put baking or parchment paper into the air fryer without food on top. Air circulation can cause paper to lift and touch heating coils.
Always use heat-safe containers. Be extremely cautious if using containers that aren’t metal or glass.
To avoid risk of fire, do not cover or allow the air fryer to touch flammable materials (curtains, draperies, walls, etc.) when it is turned on.
Do not place items on top of the air fryer when it is turned on.
Do not store any materials other than COSORI’s recommended accessories in the air fryer when not in use.
To turn the air fryer off, press
once. The air fryer will beep, will turn orange, and other buttons will turn off.
Immediately turn off and unplug your air fryer if you see dark smoke coming out. White smoke is normal, caused by heating fat or food splashing, but dark smoke means that food is burning or there is a circuit problem. Wait for smoke to clear before pulling the basket out. If the cause was not burnt food, contact Customer Support (page 18).
Do not leave your air fryer unattended while in use.

Power & Cord

Your air 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.
Turn off the air fryer before removing the plug from the outlet.
Do not let the power cord (or any extension cord) hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Remove and discard the protective cover fitted over the power plug of the air fryer to prevent choking hazards.
Never use an outlet below the counter when plugging in your air fryer.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Arovast Corporation or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid an electric or fire hazard. Please contact Customer Support.
Keep the air fryer and its cord out of reach of children.
Your air fryer should only be used with 120V, 60Hz electrical systems. Do not plug into another type of outlet.

Extension Cords

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a longer extension cord is used:
The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the air fryer.
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.

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.
Note: Items marked with the following symbol may reach high temperatures and should be handled carefully.
CAUTION: Hot surface.
DO NOT fill with oil. This is not a deep fryer.
CAUTION: The hot crisper plate may fall out when turning the basket over.
Note: Firmly insert the crisper plate into the basket to reduce the chance of it falling out.

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 99% less oil than deep fryers. With a nonstick basket and an easy-to-use, safe design, the COSORI Air Fryer is the star of your kitchen.
Note:

Do not try to open the top of the air fryer. It is not a lid.
The basket and crisper plate are made of aluminum metal with nonstick coating and without BPA.

Air Fryer Diagram

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A. Air Inlet
B. Control Screen
C. Crisper Plate
D. Air Outlet
E. Power Cord
F. Basket
G. Basket Handle

Display Diagram

Note: An orange dot will appear next to the selected cooking function to show that it’s active.
Control Panel

Note:

To save or reset presets, see Cooking Functions.
Press and hold for 10 seconds to reset your air fryer.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Setting Up

Remove all packaging from the air fryer, including any temporary stickers and the protective cover fitted over the power plug.
Place the air fryer on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface. Keep away from areas that can be damaged by steam (such as walls or cupboards
- Note: Leave 5 inches / 13 cm of space behind and above the air fryer. [Figure 1.1] Leave enough room to remove the basket
Pull the handle to remove the basket. Remove all plastic from the basket.
Wash the basket and crisper plate thoroughly, using either a dishwasher or a non-abrasive sponge.
Wipe the inside and outside of the air fryer with a slightly moist cloth. Dry with a towel.
Insert the crisper plate back into the basket, and place the basket inside the air fryer.

Test Run

A test run will help you become familiar with your air fryer, make sure it’s working correctly, and clean it of possible residues in the process.

Make sure the air fryer basket is empty and plug in the air fryer.
Press to select the Air Fry function. The display will show “400°F” and “15 MIN”.
Press to adjust the time. Press – to change the time to 5 minutes.
Press to begin. When finished, the air fryer will beep.
Remove the basket. Let the basket cool completely for 10–30 minutes

Note:

Any air fryer may have a plastic smell from the manufacturing process. This is normal. If the plastic smell does not decrease after a test run, contact Customer Support
Use caution when turning the basket over after cooking, as the hot crisper plate may fall out and create a safety hazard.
Do not unscrew the basket handle from the basket.

USING YOUR AIR FRYER

Note:

Do not place anything on top of your air fryer. The objects may fall off and damage your air fryer. [Figure 2.1]
An air fryer is not a deep fryer. Do not fill the basket with oil, frying fat, or any liquid.
When taking the basket out of the air fryer, be careful of hot steam.

Cooking Functions

Using a cooking function is the easiest way to air fry. Cooking functions are programmed with an ideal time and temperature for different cooking methods

Press to cycle through cooking functions (Air Fry, Bake, Roast, or Reheat). The air fryer will automatically change to the function’s default settings.
You can change a function’s time (1–60 minutes) and temperature (170°–400°F) by pressing to select temperature or time, and using + or – to increase or decrease the temperature/time.

Note: Press and hold + or – to rapidly increase or decrease the temperature/time.

To modify a cooking function:
a. Press to select a cooking function and adjust the time and temperature.
b. Press and hold for 3 seconds.

To reset all cooking functions

Press and hold for 10 seconds.

Function

| Default Temperature| Default Time (Minutes)
---|---|---
Air Fry| 400°F / 200°C| 15
Bake| 310°F / 155 °C| 15
Roast| 355°F / 180°C| 20
Reheat| 345°F / 175°C| 5

Air Frying

Place the crisper plate into the basket. The crisper plate allows excess oil to drip down to the bottom of the basket.
- Note: The crisper plate may not be used for certain recipes, such as muffins and breads.
Add food to the basket.
Select a cooking function.
- a. If no cooking function is selected, the air fryer will default to previously used settings.
- b. Optionally, you can set a custom time and temperature without choosing a cooking function.
- c. Press and use + or – to increase or decrease the temperature (170°–400°F) or time (1–60 minutes).
Press to begin air frying.
Certain recipes may require you to shake food halfway through the cooking time.
- a. Take the basket out of the air fryer (be careful of hot steam). The air fryer will pause cooking automatically and the display will turn off until the basket is replaced.
- b. Shake or flip the food.
- c. Put the basket back into the air fryer to continue cooking.
The air fryer will beep 3 times when finished. The display will show “End”.
Take the basket out of the air fryer, being careful of hot steam. Use tongs or heat-safe utensils to remove the food from the basket.
Allow to cool before cleaning

Shaking Food

How to Shake

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

To shake food

For safety purposes, hold the basket just above a heat-resistant surface.
Shake the basket

Note: Do not use this method if there is a risk of hot liquids splashing.

If the basket is too heavy to shake or there are hot liquids present:

Place the basket on a heat-resistant holder or surface.
Use tongs to mix or flip the food.

When you remove the basket, the air fryer will pause cooking automatically, and the display will show [- – – – – ] until the basket is replaced.
When you replace the basket, 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.

Cooking Guide

If the basket is overfilled, food will cook unevenly. 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 US tbsp / 30 mL 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-safe container before placing in the basket.
Air frying high-fat foods will cause fat to drip to the bottom of the basket. 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 ½–1 US tbsp / 8–15 mL oil for crispiness.
When making fries from raw potatoes, soak uncooked fries in water for 15 minutes to remove starch prior to air 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 tips and recipes, check out the VeSync app and COSORI website.

More Functions

Switching Temperature Units
Press and hold + and – at the same time for 3 seconds.
The temperature unit will change from Fahrenheit to Celsius.
Repeat to switch back to Fahrenheit.

Pausing

After 30 minutes of inactivity, the air fryer will turn off.
This function allows you to pause the cooking program without removing the basket from the air fryer.

Automatically Resume Cooking

If you pull out the basket, the air fryer will pause cooking automatically and the display will show [- – – – – ].
When you return the basket, the air fryer will automatically resume cooking based on your previous settings.

Automatic Shutoff

If the air fryer has no active cooking programs, it will clear all settings and turn off after 5 minutes of inactivity.
If the basket is removed, the air fryer will clear all settings and turn off after 30 minutes of inactivity.

Overheat Protection

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

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Note:

Always clean the air fryer basket and crisper plate after every use.
Lining the basket with foil (except the crisper plate) may make cleanup easier.

Turn off and unplug the air fryer. Allow it to cool completely before cleaning. Pull out the basket for faster cooling.
Wipe the outside of the air fryer with a moist cloth, if necessary.
The basket and crisper plate are dishwasher-safe. You can also wash the basket and crisper plate with hot, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge. Soak if necessary.
For stubborn grease:
- a. In a small bowl, mix 2 US tbsp / 30 g of baking soda and 1 US tbsp / 15 mL of water to form a spreadable paste.
- b. Use a sponge to spread the paste on the basket and crisper plate and scrub. Let the basket and crisper plate sit for 15 minutes before rinsing.
  c. Wash basket with soap and water before using.
Clean the inside of the air fryer with a slightly moist, non-abrasive sponge or cloth. Do not immerse in water. If needed, clean the heating coil to remove food debris.
Dry before using.

Note: Make sure the heating coil is completely dry before turning on the air fryer.

ACCESSORIES

Additional and replacement accessories are available for your air fryer. For more information, contact Customer Support.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem	Possible Solution
The air fryer will not turn on.	Make sure the air fryer is plugged in.

Push the basket securely into the air fryer.

Food is not completely cooked.

| Place smaller batches of food into the basket. If the basket is overstuffed, then food will be undercooked.
Increase cooking temperature or time.

Food is cooked unevenly.

| Foods that are stacked on top of each other or close to each other need to be shaken or flipped during cooking (see Shaking Food , .
Food is not crispy after air frying.| Spraying or brushing a small amount of oil can increase crispiness (see

Cooking Guide ,

French fries are not cooked correctly.| ****

See French Fries

Basket will not slide into the air fryer securely.| ****

Make sure the basket is not overfilled with food.

White smoke is coming out of the air fryer.

| The air fryer may produce some white smoke when you use it for the first time. This is normal.
Make sure the basket and the inside of the air fryer are properly cleaned and not greasy.
Cooking greasy foods will cause oil to collect beneath the crisper plate. This oil will produce white smoke, and the basket may be hotter than usual. This is normal, and should not affect cooking. Handle the basket with care.

Dark smoke is coming out of the air fryer.

| Immediately unplug your air fryer. Dark smoke means that food is burning or there is a circuit problem. Wait for smoke to clear before pulling the basket out. If the cause was not burnt food, contact Customer Support

The air fryer has a plastic smell.

| Any air fryer may have a plastic smell from the manufacturing process. This is normal. Follow the instructions for a Test Run (page 10) to decrease the plastic smell. If the plastic smell does not decrease, contact Customer Suppor
Display shows Error Code “E1”.| There is an open circuit in the temperature monitor. Contact Customer Support
Display shows Error Code “E2”.| There is a short circuit in the temperature monitor. Contact Customer Support

Display shows Error Code “E3”.

| The air fryer’s overheat protection has activated. Turn off and unplug the air fryer and allow it to cool completely. If the display continues to show “ E3 ”, contact Customer Support.

Display shows Error Code “E4”.

| The air fryer has been plugged into a 220–240V outlet. Turn off and unplug the air fryer. Only use the air fryer with 120V, 60Hz outlets.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
FCC SUPPLIER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (SDOC)
Arovast Corporation hereby declares that this equipment is in compliance with the FCC requirements.
The declaration of conformity may be consulted in the support section of our website, accessible from www.cosori.com

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Product Name	Lite 2.1-Quart Mini Air Fryer
Model	CAF-LI211

For your own reference, we strongly recommend that you record your order ID and date of purchase.
Date of Purchase|
Order ID|

TERMS & POLICY

Arovast Corporation (“Arovast”) warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase.
Arovast agrees, at our option during the warranty period, to repair any defect in material or workmanship or furnish an equal product in exchange without charge, subject to verification of the defect or malfunction and proof of the date of purchase.
There is no other express warranty. This warranty does not apply:
If the product has been modified from its original condition;
If the product has not been used in accordance with directions and instructions in the user manual;
To damages or defects caused by accident, abuse, misuse or improper or inadequate maintenance;
To damages or defects caused by service or repair of the product performed by an unauthorized service provider or by anyone other than Arovast;
To damages or defects occurring during commercial use, rental use, or any use for which the product is not intended;
To damages or defects exceeding the cost of the product.
Arovast will not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with the use of the product covered by this warranty.
This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser of the product and is not transferable to any subsequent owner of the product regardless of whether the product is transferred during the specified term of the warranty.
This warranty does not extend to products purchased from unauthorized sellers. Arovast’s warranty extends only to products purchased from authorized sellers that are subject to Arovast’s quality controls and have agreed to follow its quality controls.
All implied warranties are limited to the period of this limited warranty.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
If you discover that your product is defective within the specified warranty period, please contact Customer Support via support@cosori.com.
DO NOT dispose of your product before contacting us. Once our Customer Support Team has approved your request, please return the product with a copy of the invoice and order ID.
Every COSORI product automatically includes a 2-year warranty. To make the customer support process quick and easy, register your product online at
www.cosori.com/warranty
This warranty is made by:
Arovast Corporation
1202 N. Miller St., Suite A
Anaheim, CA 92806

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

If you have any questions or concerns about your new product, please contact our helpful Customer Support Team.
Arovast Corporation 1202 N. Miller St., Suite A Anaheim, CA 92806
Email: support@cosori.com Toll-Free: 888-402-1684
Support Hours
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