KALORIK FT 51503 8 Quart Touchscreen Air Fryer User Manual

: June 4, 2024
: KALORIK

KALORIK FT 51503 8 Quart Touchscreen Air Fryer User Manual

PARTS

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Model	Voltage	Wattage	Capacity
FT 51503 BK	120V, 60Hz	1700W	8 Qt / 7.5 L

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
Check that the voltage in your home corresponds to that stated on the appliance.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
To protect against electrical shock, fire or personal injury, do not immerse cord, plugs, or the appliance in water or other liquid.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. As a rule, this appliance is not intended to be used by children.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter. Do not touch hot surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
To disconnect, switch the unit OFF by pressing and holding the On/Off button for 3 seconds and then unplugging the cable from the outlet.
Do not use the appliance for anything other than intended use.
Oversized foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in the air fryer as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
A fire may occur if the appliance is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of the appliance when in operation.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of other than metal or glass.
Do not store any materials, other than manufacturers recommended accessories, in this appliance when not in use.
Do not place any of the following materials in the appliance: paper, cardboard, plastic, and the like.
Do not cover the cooking basket or any part of the air fryer with metal foil. This causes overheating of the air fryer.
Do not leave unit unattended when in use.
Use extreme caution when removing the basket or trivet and disposing of hot grease.
The air fryer can be turned off while using any of the functions by pressing and holding the On/Off button for 3 seconds.
During hot air frying, hot air is released through the air outlet openings. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the steam and from the air outlet openings. Also, be careful of hot steam and air when you remove the basket from the appliance.
Immediately unplug the appliance if you see dark smoke coming out of the appliance. Wait for the smoke emission to stop before you remove the pan from the appliance.
Do not place the appliance against a wall or against other appliances.
Leave at least 6 inches (15 cm) of free space on the back, sides and above the appliance for proper ventilation.

Caution!!

ALWAYS place the appliance on a horizontal, level, heat resistant and stable surface.
This appliance is intended for normal household use only.
Always unplug the appliance after use.
Let the appliance cool down for at least 30 minutes before handling or cleaning it.
The appliance is equipped with a safety micro switch inside that will pause the cooking process automatically if the basket is removed during cooking.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

POLARIZED PLUG INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit into the polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not properly fit into the outlet at first, reverse it.
If it still does not fit, contact a competent qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS

A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from becoming entangled in, or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
• The electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least that of the appliance. If the electrical rating of the extension cord is too low, it could overheat and burn.
• The resulting extended cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter-top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

BEFORE THE FIRST USE

Unpack the appliance and its accessories (food basket, trivet). Wash the accessories in hot, soapy water and then wipe them dry. Wipe the interior of the frying cavity with a damp cloth or sponge, and then dry with a paper towel. Make sure the cavity is dry before operating the unit.
Position the air fryer on a flat, level and heat-resistant surface. Make sure that it is also positioned at least 6 inches (15 cm) away from any surrounding objects.
It is recommended to let the air fryer heat for about 20 minutes without any food in it. This helps to eliminate grease that may have adhered during manufacturing, and to eliminate the “new” appliance smell.
Ventilate the room during this period. When your air fryer is heated for the first time, it may emit slight smoke or odor. This is normal with many heating appliances. This does not affect the safety of your appliance. Caution: When moving the air fryer, make sure that you hold it securely and support the base—do not rely on the food basket handle when moving the air fryer!

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Preparing for use:

Make sure that the trivet is securely placed inside the basket. Use the trivet handle located in the center of the trivet to easily insert or remove it from the basket.
Plug the power cord into a wall socket. Your air fryer will emit a beep and the On/Off button will turn on, to signal that it is ready for use

Caution!

Do not fill the food basket with oil or any other liquid, as this may cause a fire hazard.
Never use the air fryer without the food basket and trivet in place.
Keep all ingredients in the basket to prevent any contact with the appliance’s heating elements. Do not overfill the food basket.
Do not cover the air inlet on the top or the air outlet on the back of the unit while the appliance is in use.
Do not touch the inside of the appliance while it is operating.
Never immerse the unit’s housing in water or rinse it under the tap.

Control Panel

Fries
Ribs
Chicken
Steak
Shrimp
Cake
Fish
Reheat/preheat
Time control
On/Off
Temperature control

Using the appliance:

Once the appliance has been plugged in and it is ready for use, proceed to press the On/Off button.
The control panel and icons will light up and a default time and temperature will be displayed (370°F / 15 min).
Press the On/Off button right away if you would like to start the cooking process with the default time and temperature.
a. Please note that these settings can be modified to your preference at any time by pressing the time and temperature + / – signs.
If you would like to select one of the presets simply touch on the corresponding icon and then touch the On/Off button to start the cooking process.
a. The time and temperature of the presets can also be modified at any time by pressing the time and temperature + / – signs.
b. It is recommended that you always set the timer at half of your total cooking time to turn/shake your ingredients, so you achieve the best possible results. After turning/shaking your food, remember to re program the timer to finish the second half of your cooking process.
The cooking process can be stopped at any time by pressing the On/Off button or paused by removing the basket.
a. If you remove the basket in the middle of the cooking process to shake or check on your ingredients, cooking will be paused, and the control panel and icons will turn off. Simply place the basket back in place to continue where you left off.
b. If you want to fully turn off the appliance touch and hold the On/Off button for 3 seconds.
Once the cooking time is up the appliance will display OFF on the control panel and signal that the cooking is done by beeping 3 times. The unit will remain on for a few seconds while it cools down and then shut off completely.
Proceed to remove the basket, take out your food, and enjoy!

Reheat / Preheat

The appliance is equipped with a reheat function to bring back the flavor and crunchiness to your leftovers. To use simply touch the Reheat icon and then press the On/Off button. Time and temperature are also adjustable for this feature.
This function doubles as a Preheat function if the icon is touched twice. Touch the icon twice and select the time and temperature you would like your air fryer to preheat to. Preheat default settings: 370°F // 15min

Preset menus:

8 “short-cut” preset functions are provided: FRIES, SHRIMP, RIBS, CAKE, CHICKEN, FISH, STEAK, and REHEAT.
Default settings: 370°F // 15 min
Range: 180°F – 400°F // 1min – 60min

Preset	Temperature (°F)	Time (minutes)
Fries	400	25
Shrimp	350	10
Ribs	350	25
Cake	320	45
Chicken	370	45
Fish	350	10
Steak	400	14
Reheat	150 (150 -180)	12

Note: The air fryer will only display temperature in Fahrenheit.

Cooking guide:

Food| Quantity| Time (min)| Temperature (°F)| Tips
---|---|---|---|---
Fries| 2.2 lbs.| 25-35| 400| N/A
Whole chicken| Whole chicken cut in pieces| ****

60

| ****

325

| Cook until internal temp 165°F
Chicken breasts| 4| 20| 325| Cook until internal temp 165°F
Chicken drumsticks| 10| 35| 350| Cook until internal temp 165°F
Chicken wings| 16| 30| 375| Cook until internal temp 165°F

Burgers

| ****

4 x ½ lbs.

| 18 (9

min each side)

| ****

400

| Medium rare: 135°F internal temp

Well done: 165°F internal temp

Fish fillet| 4 x 6 Oz| 15-20| 400| Cook until internal

temp 155°F

---|---|---|---|---
Cookies| 9| 16-20| 325| Cook until golden

around the edges

Cake

| ****

1 x 8-inch

| ****

45

| ****

325

| Cook until a cake tester inserted into the center comes

out clean

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Make sure to clean the appliance after each use!
Switch the appliance off. Before cleaning, unplug the appliance from outlet and allow it to cool down completely.
The basket and trivet can be cleaned in hot water with mild detergent / dish soap, or in the dishwasher. Do not use metal kitchen utensils or abrasive cleaning materials to clean them, as this may damage the non-stick coating. Rinse and dry thoroughly after cleaning.
To remove baked-on food, fill the basket with hot, soapy water. Let soak for about 10 minutes before cleaning in the sink.

Cleaning inside the cavity:

Wipe the cavity with a damp cloth or sponge. Dry with a paper towel.
Never use abrasive products in the cavity!
Never immerse the appliance in water and make sure that no water or moisture penetrates the upper part of the air fryer.
Clean the heating element inside the air fryer with a cleaning brush to remove any food residue.

Cleaning the exterior:

Wipe clean with a damp sponge or cloth. Wipe dry.
NEVER use steel wool, metal scouring pads or abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish.
Do not let any liquids enter the air inlet on the top of the air fryer. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

DO NOT IMMERSE THE FRYER IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID!

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem	Possible cause	Solution
The air fryer does not work	The appliance is not plugged in.	Put the main

plug in an earthed wall socket.
You have not set the timer.| Adjust the setting to the required preparation time to switch on the

appliance.

The basket is not properly locked.| Push the basket back in the air fryer properly.
The ingredients fried with the air fryer are not done.| There is too much food in the basket.| Put smaller batches of ingredients in the basket. Smaller batches are fried more evenly.
The set temperature is too low.| Adjust the setting to the required temperature setting (see section ‘Cooking guide’)
The cooking time is too short.| Adjust the setting to the required

preparation time (see section ‘Cooking guide’)

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.
I cannot slide the basket into the appliance

properly.

| There is too much food in the basket.| Do not fill the basket to capacity; refer to

the “Cooking guide” table for quantities.

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 bottom of the basket. The oil can produce white smoke and the basket 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 basket; make sure you clean the basket and trivet 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 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.

WARRANTY

We suggest that you complete and return the enclosed Product Registration Card promptly to facilitate verification of the date of original purchase.
However, return of the Product Registration Card is not a condition of these warranties. You can also fill out this warranty card online, at the following address: www.KALORIK.co

This KALORIK product is warranted in the U.S.A. and in Canada for 1 year from the date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship. This warranty is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance.
During this period, if the KALORIK product, upon inspection by KALORIK, is proven defective, it will be repaired or replaced, at Kalorik’s option, without charge to the customer. If a replacement product is sent, it will carry the remaining warranty of the original product.
This warranty does not apply to any defect arising from a buyer’s or user’s misuse of the product, negligence, failure to follow KALORIK instructions noted in the user’s manual, use on current or voltage other than that stamped on the product, wear and tear, alteration or repair not authorized by KALORIK, or use for commercial purposes. There is no warranty for glass parts, glass containers, filter basket, blades and agitators. There is also no warranty for parts lost by the user.
ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT IS ALSO LIMITED TO THE ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD.

Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
If the appliance should become defective within the warranty period and more than 30 days after date of purchase, do not return the appliance to the store: often, our Customer Service Representatives can help solve the problem without having the product serviced. If servicing is needed, a Representative can confirm whether the product is under warranty and direct you to the nearest service location.
If this is the case, send the product via your pre-paid postage back to Kalorik, along with proof of purchase and a return authorization number indicated on

the outer package, given by our Customer Service Representatives. Send to the authorized KALORIK Service Center (please visit our website at www.KALORIK.com or call our Customer Service Department for the address of our authorized KALORIK Service Center).
When sending the product, please include a letter explaining the nature of the claimed defect. If you have additional questions, please call our Customer Service Department (please see below for complete contact information), Monday through Thursday from 9:00am – 5:00pm (EST) and Friday from 9:00am – 4:00pm (EST). Please note hours are subject to change.

If you would like to write, please send your letter to:
KALORIK Customer Service Department Team International Group of America Inc. 16175 NW 49th Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL 33014 USA Or call:

Toll Free: +1 888-521-TEAM / +1 888-KALORIK
Only letters can be accepted at this address above. Shipments and packages that do not have a return authorization number will be refused.