SHARP AF-GS404A Air Fryer User Manual

: June 10, 2024
: Sharp

SHARP AF-GS404A Air Fryer

Product Information

The Sharp AF-GS404A Air Fryer is a kitchen appliance that uses hot air to fry food with little to no oil. It has a non-stick frying basket with a capacity of 5.5 litres and offers eight temperature levels. The device has two automatic programs and a power consumption of 1300 watts. The product measures 261 x 338 x 327 mm and weighs 4.5 kg. It comes with an inner pot, frying basket, and mains lead.

Product Usage

Before using the Sharp AF-GS404A Air Fryer, read the safety instructions provided in the user manual.
Place the air fryer on a stable surface and plug it into an electrical outlet.
Place the inner pot onto a stable surface and then put the frying basket onto the inner pot.
Put the food into the frying basket and then put the frying basket into the inner pot to cook.
Adjust the temperature level and program according to your desired cooking needs.
After cooking, turn off the device and unplug it from the electrical outlet.
Remove the frying basket from the inner pot to serve the cooked food.
Clean the device and accessories according to the instructions in the user manual.

Note : To prevent the inner pot from dropping on the ground, put it on a stable surface before lifting out the frying basket. Keep the user manual in a safe place for future reference.

Dear Customer, Thank you for having purchased this SHARP product. We would like to inform you that your warranty rights are in the European warranty card. You can download them from www.sharpconsumer.uk/support/ or contact your retailer where you purchased your device. You can also obtain the copy of the warranty rights via the electronic or conventional mail after submitting your request to service.gb@sharpconsumer.eu (UK) | service.ie@sharpconsumer.eu (IE) or calling the number +44 (0) 330 024 0803 (UK) | +353 1443 3323 (IE). Calls are charged at your normal telephone call rate. Keep proof of purchase because it is necessary to apply warranty rights

Attention:
Your product is marked with this symbol. It means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for these products.

Information on Disposal for Users private households

In the European Union

Attention : If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dustbin! Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment. Following the implementation by member states, private households withinthe EU states may return their used electrical and electronic equipment todesignated collection facilities free of charge. In some countries your local retailer may also take back your old product free of charge if you purchase a similar new one. *) Please contact your local authority for further details. If your used electrical or electronic equipment has batteries or accumulators, please dispose of these separately beforehand according to local requirements. By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative eff ects on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.

In other Countries outside the EU
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal. For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even if you don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the homepage of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch.

Information on Disposal for Business Users

In the European Union
If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it: Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you about the take-backof the product. You might be charged for the costs arising from take-back and recycling. Small products (and small amounts) might be taken back by your local collection facilities.For Spain: Please contact the established collection system or your local authority for take-back of your used products.
In other Countries outside the EU
If you wish to discard of this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Children should be supervised to ensure that they DO NOT play with the appliance.
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 have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Clean the air fry basket and inner pot with damp, soapy cloth. Make sure only use mild, soapy water.
DO NOT clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break oﬀ the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock. Damage to the surface will also occur.
Dry the unit and all the assemblies with a soft cloth before storage or use.
If there are any stains on the basket or inner pot which are too diﬃ cult to clean, let them soak in warm water for about 10 minutes before cleaning.
The frying basket and inner pot can be cleaned in a dishwasher.
DO NOT overfi ll when cooking. Overfi lling may cause personal injury or property damage or aﬀ ect the safe use of the appliance.
DO NOT use oil or any other liquid in the inner pot.
DO NOT use this appliance for deep-frying.
Ensure that food is correctly prepared and cooked to avoid any danger to health.
Prevent food contact with heating elements.
ALWAYS ensure the appliance is properly assembled before use.
DO NOT place any of the following materials in the air fryer: cardboard, plastic, paper, or anything similar.
DO NOT store any materials, other than the supplied accessories, in the air fryer when not in use.
DO NOT use appliance for other than its intended use.
DO NOT use outdoors.
If any advice is required regarding this product, contact your Sharp Help Line
Only hold the appliance by the correct handles and use such heat protection measures such as gloves or potholders.
Read all of these instructions to ensure that you are familiar with the operation of this air fryer. DO NOT touch hot surfaces, where possible use handles or controls (dependent on model).
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by as this may cause a hazard or injury.
This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
To prevent the inner pot dropping on the ground, put the inner pot on a stable surface before lifting the air fry basket.
When using ensure that the handle is pointing towards you.
CAUTION : The mark means APPLIANCE SURFACES ARE HOT WHEN OR AFTER USE. DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
DO NOT cover the air intake vent or air exhaust vent while unit is operating. Doing so will prevent even cooking and may damage the unit or cause it to overheat.
DO NOT touch accessories during or immediately after cooking.
Extreme caution must be used when the appliance contains hot food. Improper use may result in personal injury.
Leave the unit after use so it has suﬃ cient time to cool.
Let your air fryer cool before cleaning.
WARNING : As this air fryer gets hot during use and some surfaces may develop high temperatures. As people perceive temperatures, this device should be used with care.
Wear protective insulated gloves when touching hot surfaces or hot air fry basket, inner pot, and food.
When using this appliance, provide adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation. ALWAYS ensure that the inner pot is properly closed before operating.
DO NOT allow the power cable to hang over edge of the work surface or touch hot surfaces.
DO NOT operate appliance if the mains lead or plug is damaged in any way or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any other way.
DO NOT replace or modify the mains cable or plug.
DO NOT use an extension cord.
Ensure that the mains socket/switch is accessible when the air fryer is in use.
This air fryer is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
Unplug from the mains supply when not in use, or before cleaning.
When unplugging the power plug from the mains supply, always hold the plug, never pull the cord.
When you have stopped using the air fryer, press the STOP/CANCEL button to return the standby mode, then unplug from the mains supply.
To protect against electric shock, DO NOT immerse the air fryer into water or other liquids.
DO NOT cover any part of the air fryer while it is operating, as this will cause it to overheat.
DO NOT place the air fryer on any hot surfaces, near hot gas/electric burners or in a heated oven.
When operating the air fryer, keep at least 100mm of space on all sides to allow for adequate air circulation.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

SPECIFICATIONS

Model name	GS404A
Air Fryer Power (W)	1300
Air Fryer Temperature Levels (Celsius)	80 °C to 200 °C
8 Automatic Programs	Fries, Beef, Vegetables, Chicken, Bacon, Fish, Potato,

This product complies with relevant Regulations and Standards for the UK and EU. AS PART OF A POLICY OF CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ALTER DESIGN AND SPECIFICATIONS WITHOUT NOTICE.

AIR FRYER AND ACCESSORIES

Please familiarize yourself with the following Air Fryer functions and accessories prior to fi rst use:

Inner pot : Place the frying basket onto the inner pot, and then put the inner pot into the air fryer.

Frying basket : Place the food in the frying basket and then put the frying basket into the inner pot to cook.

NOTE : to prevent the inner pot dropping on the ground, put the inner pot on a stable surface before lifting out the frying basket.

Air exhaust vent : There will be hot steam venting from the exhaust vent during use (this is normal), keep your hands and face away from the air exhaust vent when cooking to prevent scalding.

Handle : This is used for moving the inner pot and frying basket in and out of the air fryer.

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Air Frying Basket
Inner Pot
Control Panel
Air Intake
Jog Dial
Frying Basket Handle
Air Exhaust Vent
Holding Handle
Mains Lead
Heating Element

AIR FLOW DIRECTION
When cooking, the hot air from the element is moved around as shown in the picture below. This ensures that your food is cooked evenly at the set temperature and time period. Do not use any materials such as metal foil which may obstruct this air flow or over fill the frying basket.

CONTROL PANEL

Auto Cook buttons – Automatic cooking programs, select from 8 options.
Temperature/Time – Use this button to control the temperature and time manually.
Start/Cancel – Start the operation of the Air Fryer or cancel/pause operation.
Pre-Heat/Frozen – For preheating the Air Fryer to the correct cooking temperature or cooking from frozen.
Dial Control – Used to adjust the time and temperature.

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BEFORE USING YOUR AIR FRYER

Before using your air fryer for the fi rst time, it is recommended that after you have fully unpacked and removed any packaging that the inner pot and frying basket are cleaned in hot soapy water or in dishwasher. Then thoroughly dry all accessories and re-assemble in Air Fryer. Wipe the outer body and inner parts with damp cloth and dry before using. Plug into the mains supply and you are ready to use your new Air Fryer. It is advised to fully read these instructions before use.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Your Air Fryer has several modes of operation:

Automatic cooking – select one of the 8 pre-programmed cooking options.
Manual cooking – set the temperature and time manually.
Cook from Frozen – Cook from frozen (Vegetables, Pizza, and Fries only).
Pre-Heat – Make sure that your Air Fryer is at the correct temperature before cooking.

Notes on cooking

The amount of the food should not fi ll more than the 4/5 of total amount of the air fry basket.
The cooking temperature and time can be adjusted during the cooking.
To pause the cooking, press the “START/CANCEL” button once.
To cancel the cooking, press the “START/CANCEL” button twice.
Some food will need to be stirred/shaken during the cooking: Pull the inner pot out pf the unit, stir/shake as necessary and the return the inner pot to the Air Fryer; now press the “START/CANCEL” button to continue the cooking.
Make sure that the food has cooked correctly. If the food is undercooked, then return to the air fryer and cook for longer.
To prevent the inner pot dropping on the ground, put the inner pot on a stable and heat proof surface before lifting out the basket.
Only cook food in this air fryer.
DO NOT use for deep fat frying.

Automatic Cooking
For your ease and convenience there are 8 automatic cooking programs. These are easily accessed via the dedicated buttons on the control panel.

Food| Weight| Initial Food Temperature| Cooking Time| Maximum Extra Time| Turn Over| Cook From Frozen Time| Temperature| Comments
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Fries| 200g to 500g|

Room temperature

| 15 to 20| 23| Yes| 26| 180|
Beef| 150g to 500g| 8 to 12| 16| Yes| –| 200| Upto 270g of beef steak can be cooked
Vegetable| 100g to 400g| 10| 13| Yes| 14| 190|
Chicken| 800g to 1000g| 30| 39| Yes| –| 190| Whole chicken or large pieces

Bacon

|

4 to 6 rashers

|

9

|

12

|

–

|

–

|

180

| Evenly space the rashers of bacon in the frying basket
Fish| 100g to 500g| 12| 16| Yes| –| 200|

Potato

|

250g each

|

40

|

52

|

Yes

|

–

|

200

| Place up to 3 potatoes of 250g each into the frying basket
Pizza| 100g to 400g| 13| 17| –| 18| 160|

In the example below, beef is being cooked. It is not necessary to adjust the temperature or time unless you would like your food cooked more or less.

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Evenly place the food to be cooked in the frying basket.
Place the frying basket into the inner pot. Insert the inner pot into the air fryer.
Plug the air fryer into mains supply.
Select the desired food by pressing the auto cook button on the control panel. The default temperature and time will blink in the LED display.
a. If needed, press the “TEMP/TIME” button once, and then rotate the JOG DIAL to set the desired cooking temperature.
b. If needed, press the “TEMP/TIME” button twice, and then rotate the JOG DIAL to set the desired cooking time.
Press “START/CANCEL” button once to start the cooking; the time counts down.
When the cooking is complete the air fryer will make a sound, and the unit returns to standby mode.
Pull out the inner pot with care and take the food out of the air fry basket immediately or the heat remaining in the air fryer will continue to cook and dry out your food.

Note : If you are changing the cooking time for the auto cook foods it is only possible to increase the maximum by 30%. This is to avoid the potential of burning your food.

Manual Cooking

When cooking manually, first select the time, then the temperature.

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Plug your Air Fryer into the mains supply.
Press the “START/CANCEL” button once; the display will indicate the default time and temperature (15 minutes at 180°C).
To change the temperature, press the “TEMP/TIME” button once and then rotate the JOG DIAL to change to your desired time (80 to 200°C).
Now press the “TEMP/TIME” button twice and then rotate the JOG DIAL to change to your desired time (1 to 60 minutes).
Pull out the frying pan, place food into the frying basket and return the pan to the unit.
Press the “START/CANCEL” button to start the cooking process.

Some suggested cooking options are shown below.

Food| Weight| Initial Food Temperature| Cooking Time| Cooking Tem- perature| Shake/Turn Over| Comments
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Frozen fries (thick)| 300 to 700| ****

Frozen

| 12 to 16| 200| Yes|
Frozen fries (thin)| 300 to 700| 12 to 20| 200| Yes|
DIY Fries (0.7cm x 7/8cm)| 300 to 800| ****

Room temperature

| 18 to 30| 180| Yes| Add oil: 1/2 spoon
DIY Chips| 300 to 800| 18 to 22| 180| Yes| Add oil: 1/2 spoon
DIY Potato Pieces| 300 to 750| 12 to 18| 180| Yes| Add oil: 1/2 spoon
Hash Browns| 250| 15 to 18| 180| |
Braised Cream Potato| 500| 18 to 22| 180| |
Steak| 100 to 500| 8 to 12| 180| |
Pork Chop| 100 to 500| 10 to 14| 180| |
Hamburger| 100 to 500| 7 to 14| 180| |
Sausage Roll| 100 to 500| 12 to 15| 180| |
Drumstick| 100 to 500| 18 to 22| 180| |
Chicken Breast| 100 to 500| 10 to 15| 180| |
Fish| 100 to 500| 8 to 12| 180| |
Prawn| 100 to 500| 5 to 10| 180| |
Crab| 100 to 500| 8 to 12| 180| |
Cake| 100 to 400| 15 to 30| 180| |
Spring Rolls| 100 to 400| 8 to 10| 200| Yes| Instant Spring rolls
Frozen Chicken Nugget| 100 to 500| ****

Frozen

| 6 to 10| 200| Yes|
Frozen Fish Strips| 100 to 400| 6 to 10| 200| |
Frozen Cheese Snack| 100 to 400| 8 to 10| 180| |
Yakitori| 100 to 400| ****

Room temperature

| 8 to 10| 200| |
Sweet Potato| 100 to 500| 30 to 45| 200| |

Cook From Frozen
To cook from frozen, follow the instructions for automatic cooking, but press the “FROZEN” button fi rst.

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Evenly place the food to be cooked in the frying basket.
Place the frying basket into the inner pot. Insert the inner pot into the air fryer.
Plug the air fryer into mains supply.
Press the “PRE-HEAT/FROZEN” button twice.
Select the desired function by pressing the function button on the control panel. The default temperature and time will blink in the LED display.
a. If needed, press the “TEMP/TIME” button once, and then rotate the JOG DIAL to set the desired cooking temperature.
b. If needed, press the “TEMP/TIME” button twice, and then rotate the JOG DIAL to set the desired cooking time.
Press “START/CANCEL” button once to start the cooking; the time counts down.
When the cooking is complete, the unit will make a sound, and return to the standby mode.
Press the open button and pull out the inner pot handle with care and take the food out.

Cooking from frozen is only possible for FRIES, VEGETABLES and PIZZA. For cooking of other frozen foods, please refer to the manual cooking advice.

Pre-Heat
To ensure that your Air Fryer is at the correct temperature for cooking your food, there is a pre-heat function which can be used before auto and manual cooking functions. Just press the pre-heat button once before selecting any other function.

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Place the frying basket into the inner pot. Insert the inner pot into the air fryer.
Plug the air fryer into mains supply.
Press the PRE-HEAT/FROZEN button once.
Select the desired food by pressing the relevant auto cook button on the control panel. The default temperature and time will blink in the LED display.
a. If needed, press the “TEMP/TIME” button once, and then rotate the JOG DIAL to b set the desired cooking temperature.
b. If needed, press the “TEMP/TIME” button twice, and then rotate the JOG DIAL to set the desired cooking time.
Press the “START/CANCEL” button.
When the unit has reached the correct pre-heat temperature it will make a sound.
Take out the inner pot and evenly place the food to be cooked in the frying basket.
Return the inner pot/frying basket to the air fryer.
Press “START/CANCEL” button to start the cooking; the time counts down.
When the cooking is complete, the unit will make a sound, and returns to the standby mode.
Press the open button and pull out the inner pot handle with care and take the food out of the air fry basket immediately or the heat remaining in the air fryer will continue to cook and dry out your food.

In addition, pre-heat can also be used when cooking manually; press “PRE- HEAT/FROZEN” > set temperature >” START/CANCEL”.

Place the frying basket into the inner pot. Insert the inner pot into the air fryer.
Plug the air fryer into mains supply.
Press “PRE-HEAT/FROZEN”
Press the “TEMP/TIME” button once, and then rotate the JOG DIAL to set the desired cooking temperature.
Press the “START/CANCEL” button.
When the unit has reached the correct pre-heat temperature it will make a sound.
Take out the inner pot and evenly place the food to be cooked in the frying basket.
Return the inner pot/frying basket to the air fryer.
Set the time for your cooking by pressing the “TEMP/TIME” button twice, and then rotate the JOG DIAL to adjust the desired cooking time.
Press “START/CANCEL” button to start the cooking; the time counts down.
When the cooking is complete, the unit will make a sound, and returns to the standby mode.
Press the open button and pull out the inner pot handle with care and take the food out of the air fry basket immediately or the heat remaining in the air fryer will continue to cook and dry out your food.

DIAL CONTROL

The dial control knob on your Air Fryer has several functions, some of these duplicate the buttons on the control panel. When the Air Fryer is plugged into the mains supply it will enter the function setting mode and display the temperature and time for the fi rst auto program mode. To select the desired auto menu, turn the knob, then press the center of the knob to confi rm once your menu name is fl ashing. If the temperature and time shown in the display is suitable, press the “START/CANCEL” button on the top control panel to start cooking. If required, you can adjust the cooking temperature and time of the selected menu, before pressing the “START/CANCEL” button to start cooking.

Press the knob and the temperature display will start to fl ash.
Turn the knob to set your desired cooking temperature.
Press the knob to confi rm the temperature setting. The time digits will now fl ash.
Turn the knob to set the desired cooking time.
Press the center of the knob to start the cooking process.

To cancel cooking, press the center of the knob.

MAINTENANCE WHILE IN USE

This appliance requires little maintenance when in use. Clean your Air Fryer after every use to prolong its useable lifetime. This Air Fryer contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. In the unlikely event of failure, contact the SHARP Call Centre using the details at the start of this User Manual.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION : To protect against electrical shock, DO NOT IMMERSE THE AIR FRYER IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUIDS. Your air fryer should be cleaned regularly for best performance and long life. Regular cleaning will also reduce the risk of fi re. To clean follow the instructions as below:

Remove mains plug from electrical outlet. Allow your Air Fryer to cool down.
Clean the air fry basket and inner pot with damp, soapy cloth. Make sure to only use mild, soapy water. If the stains in the basket or inner pot are too diﬃ cult to clean, let them soak in warm water for about 10 minutes.
Clean the heating elements will dry and soft cloth.
Wipe the outside of your air fryer with a soft, damp cloth, then dry.

CAUTION : DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR ANY TYPE OF SCOURING MATERIAL on the surface of the frying basket and inner pot. Make sure to only use mild, soapy water. Abrasive cleaners, scrubbing brushes and chemical cleaners will damage the coating on this unit. Other than the recommended cleaning, no further user maintenance should be necessary. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

STORAGE

Unplug unit, allow it to cool, and clean before storing. Store the air fryer in its box in a clean, dry place. Never store appliance while it is hot or still plugged in. Never wrap cord tightly around the Air Fryer. Do not put any stress on the cord where it enters the unit, as it could cause the cord to fray and break. If storing the air fryer for long periods of time, make certain that the air fryer is clean and free of food particles. Store the air fryer in a dry location such as on a table or countertop or cupboard shelf.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you are experiencing issues with your air fryer, follow the guidance below.

The Air Fryer does not work

| The appliance is either not plugged in or switched on.| Make sure the mains plug is inserted in an electrical wall socket and is switched on.
---|---|---

You have not set the time or tempertaure.

| Set the time and temperature and then press “ START/CANCEL “.
The inner pot is not properly locked into the unit| Push the inner pot into the Air Fryer so it “clicks”.

The ingredients fried with the Air Fryer are not done.

| There is too much food in the frying basket.| Put smaller batches of ingredients in the frying basket. Smaller batches are fried more evenly.
The set temperature is too low.| Adjust the temperature to the required temperature setting.
The cooking time is too short.| Adjust the timer to the required preparation time.
Fried snacks are not crispy when they come out of the Air Fryer.| You used a type of snack meant to be prepared in a traditional deep fryer.| Use snacks made to be prepared in the oven, or lightly brush some oil onto the snacks for a crispier result.
It is diﬃcult or not possible to slide the inner pot and frying basket into the appliance properly.| There is too much food in the frying basket.| Do not over fill the frying basket.
The frying basket in not placed properly into the inner pot| Push the frying basket down into the inner pot until you hear a slight click.

White smoke comes out of the appliance.

|

You are preparing greasy ingredients.

| When you fry greasy ingredients in the Air Fryer, a large amount of oil will leak into the pan. This oil may white smoke and the pan may heat up more than usual. This does not aﬀect the appliance or the end result.
The pan still contains grease residues from previous use.| White smoke is caused by grease heating up in the inner pot; make sure you clean the frying basket and inner pot thoroughly after each use.

Fresh fries are fried unevenly in the Air Fryer.

| You did not use the right type of potato.| Use fresh potatoes and make sure they stay firm during frying.
You did not rinse the potato sticks properly before you fried them.| Rinse the potato sticks thoroughly to remove starch from the outside of the sticks.

Fresh fries are not crispy when they come out of the Air Fryer.

|

The crispiness of the fries depends on the amount/ type of oil and water in the fries.

| Make sure you dry the potato sticks properly before you add the oil.
Cut the potatoes into thinner sticks for a crispier result.
Add slightly more oil for a crispier result.

Should you still have issues, please contact the SHARP Call Centre using the details at the start of this User Manual.

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