Instant VTAFB92-SS Vortex Plus Versa Zone Air Fryer with Clear Cook Instruction Manual

: June 14, 2024
: Instant

Table of Contents

Getting Started Guide
Product specifications
Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARRANTY
Limitation and Exclusions
WARRANTY
Warranty Service
Recycling
Documents / Resources

**Instant VTAFB92-SS Vortex Plus Versa Zone Air Fryer with Clear Cook Instruction Manual

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Getting Started Guide

Welcome to your new Instant™ Vortex Plus Versa Zone™ Air Fryer with Clear Cook
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Product specifications

Model| Volume| Wattage| Power| Weight| Dimensions
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VTAFB92-SS| 8.5Litres| 1450 -1700watts| 220-240V-50-60Hz| 7.7 kg| cm: 40.4 L x 38.4 Wx 31.4 H

WARNING

Safety Instructions

At Instant™ , we want you to feel comfortable using our products. This Instant Vortex Plus VersaZone™ with ClearCook was designed with you and your safety in mind.

Read all instructions before using and only use this appliance as directed. Failure to follow these Important Safeguards may result in personal injury and/or property damage and will void your warranty.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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Placement

DO place the appliance on a countertop only. Always operate the appliance on a stable, non-combustible, level surface.
DO NOT place the appliance on or close to a hot gas or electric burner, or a heated oven.
DO NOT use the appliance near water or flame.
DO NOT use outdoors. Keep out of direct sunlight.
DO NOT place on anything that may block the vents on the appliance.
DO make sure all parts are dry and free of food debris before use.

WARNING

General Use

DO NOT touch the appliance’s hot surfaces, or any accessories during or immediately after cooking because they will be hot.
DO use the appliance’s handles and knobs.
DO use oven mitts when removing accessories.
DO place hot accessories on a heat-resistant surface or cooking plate.
DO NOT cover the cooking tray or any part of the oven with foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
DO NOT move the appliance while it is in use.
DO NOT allow children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities to operate this appliance. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children and individuals with reduced capabilities. Children should not play with this appliance.
DO NOT use the appliance for anything other than household use. It is not intended for commercial use.
DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use.
DO avoid contact with moving parts. Failure to do so may result in injury.
DO NOT use the appliance for more than 60 minutes in a 2-hour period.

Air Frying Cautions
When the air fryer is in operation, hot air is released through the air vents. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the air vents and take extreme caution when removing hot accessories from the appliance. Failure to do so may result in injury or property damage.

While cooking, the internal temperature of the appliance reaches several hundred degrees. To avoid personal injury, never place unprotected hands inside the appliance until it has cooled to room temperature.

WARNING

DO NOT use a ceramic-coated or stoneware pot for air frying.
DO NOT block the vents on the air fryer. Leave at least 13 cm of space around the air fryer when in use.
DO NOT place the appliance on a hot stove.
DO NOT operate the appliance on or near combustible materials such as tablecloths and curtains.
DO NOT cover the air vents while the air fryer is in operation Doing so will prevent even cooking and may cause damage to the appliance.
DO NOT overfill the air fryer. Overfilling may cause food to contact the heating element, which may result in fire, property damage, and/or personal injury.
DO NOT pour oil into the cooking container. If needed, spray food lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Using cooking oil could result in personal injury and/or property damage.
DO use caution with cooking containers made of materials other than metal or glass. Failure to do so may result in fire, personal injury, and/or property damage.
Should the unit emit black smoke during use, press Cancel and unplug the appliance immediately. Wait for smoking to stop before opening the door/basket, then clean thoroughly. For further information refer to ‘Troubleshooting’ in the User Manual.
DO use extreme caution when moving the appliance containing oils or other hot liquids.
DO use extreme caution when removing the tray or disposing of hot grease.
DO NOT use this appliance for deep frying foods. Accessories
DO use only accessories or attachments authorized by Instant Brands Inc. The use of parts, accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of injury, fire or electric shock.

WARNING

DO NOT use the included accessories in a microwave, toaster oven, convection or conventional oven, or on a ceramic cooktop, electric coil, gas range or outdoor grill. Care and Storage
DO let the appliance cool to room temperature before cleaning or storage.
DO NOT store any materials in the appliance when not in use.
DO NOT place any combustible materials in the appliance, such as paper, cardboard, plastic, Styrofoam or wood.
DO NOT clean the appliance with metal scouring pads or steel wool.
Pieces can break off and touch the electrical parts, causing a risk of shock, burns or injury.
Power Cord
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement and tripping. This appliance has a 3-prong earthed plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock:
ONLY plug the power cord into an earthed electrical outlet.
DO NOT remove EARTH.
DO NOT let the power cord hang over edges of tables or counters, or touch hot surfaces or open flame, including the stovetop.
DO NOT use below-counter power outlets.
DO NOT use with extension cords, power converters or adapters, timer switches or separate remote-control systems.

Electrical Cautions
The appliance contains electrical components that are an electrical shock hazard. Failure to follow these instructions may result in electric shock and/or death.

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock:

To disconnect, select Cancel, then remove plug from power source. Always unplug when not in use, as well as before adding or removing parts or accessories, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord

DO allow unit to cool before adding or removing parts or accessories.
DO regularly inspect the appliance and power cord.
DO NOT operate the appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged, or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. For assistance, contact Customer Care by email at UKSupport@instantbrands.com (if located in the UK) or EUSupport@instantbrands.com (if located in the EU) or by phone on: +44 (0) 3331 230051.
DO NOT attempt to dislodge food while the appliance is plugged into an electrical outlet, as this may cause electric shock, burns or injury.
DO NOT attempt to repair, replace or modify components of the appliance, as this may cause electric shock, fire or injury, and will void the warranty.
DO NOT tamper with any of the safety mechanisms, as this may result in injury or property damage.
DO NOT immerse power cord, plug or the appliance in water or other liquid.
DO NOT rinse the appliance under tap.
DO NOT use the appliance in electrical systems other than 220-240 V ~ 50-60 Hz

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WARRANTY

Instant Brands (EMEA) Limited, Instant Brands (Ireland) Limited, and Instant Brands LLC (collectively the “Company”) warrant this appliance to be free from defects in workmanship and material, under normal household use, for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. This Limited Warranty extends only to the original purchaser and use of the appliance in the UK and EU and must be purchased by an authorised distributor of Instant Brands. This warranty does not cover appliance use outside of the UK and EU.

Proof of original purchase date and, if requested, return of your appliance is required to obtain service under this Limited Warranty. Provided that this appliance is operated and maintained in accordance with the written instructions included with the appliance (which are also available at instantbrands.co.uk), the Company will, at its sole discretion, either: (i) repair defects in materials and workmanship; or (ii) replace the appliance. In the event the appliance is replaced, the Limited Warranty on the replacement appliance will expire 12 months from the date of original consumer purchase (UK only).

The Company is not responsible for shipping costs for warranty service

Limitation and Exclusions

Any modification or attempted modification to your appliance may interfere with the safe operation of the appliance and may result in serious injury and damage. Any modification or attempted modification to your appliance or any part thereof will void the warranty, unless such modification(s) or alteration(s) were expressly authorised by the Company.

This warranty does not cover (1) normal wear and tear; (2) damage resulting from negligent, unreasonable or misuse of the appliance, improper assembly or disassembly, use contrary to the operating instructions, failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance, Acts of God (such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes), or repair or alteration by anyone, unless expressly directed and authorised by the Company; and (3) repairs where your appliance is used for other than normal household use and in a manner contrary to published user or operator instructions.

To the extent permitted by applicable law, the liability of the Company, if any, for any allegedly defective appliance or part shall be limited to repair or replacement of the appliance or part thereof, and shall not exceed the purchase price of a comparable replacement appliance. Except as expressly provided herein and to the extent permitted by law, (1) the Company makes no warranties, conditions or representations, express or implied, usage, custom of trade or otherwise with respect to the appliance or parts covered by this warranty and (2) the Company shall not be responsible or liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of the appliance or damages with respect to any economic loss, loss of property, loss of revenues or profits, loss of enjoyment or use, costs of removal, installation or other consequential damages of any nature or kind.

You may have rights and remedies under applicable laws, which are in addition to any right or remedy which may be available under this limited warranty.

WARRANTY

Please visit instantbrands.co.uk/product-registration/ to register your appliance. You will be asked to provide your name, your email address, the store name, date of purchase, model number and serial number (both of which are found on the appliance). This registration will enable us to keep you up- to-date with product developments and recipes, and contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification. By registering, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the instructions for use and warnings accompanying the appliance

Warranty Service

To obtain warranty service, please contact our Customer Care Department by creating a support ticket online at Instantbrands.co.uk/support/. If we are unable to resolve the problem, you may be asked to send your appliance to the Service Department for quality inspection. Instant Brands is not responsible for shipping costs related to warranty service. When returning your appliance, please include your name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and proof of the original purchase date as well as a description of the problem you are encountering with the appliance.

Within the UK
Instant Brands (EMEA) Limited,
1 Christchurch Way,
Woking, Surrey,
GU21 6JG, UK

Email: UKSupport@instantbrands.com
Telephone: +44 (0) 3331 230051

Within the EU
Instant Brands (Ireland) Limited,
Suite 6, Rineanna House,
Shannon Free Zone,Shannon,
Co Clare, Ireland, V14 CA36.
Email: EUSupport@instantbrands.com
Telephone: +44 (0) 3331 230051

This warranty was last updated on 1 September 2019 for all products sold from [1 November 2019]. If your product comes with our older warranty version, your warranty will continue to be honoured.

Recycling

This appliance complies with the WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU on the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This appliance complies with the European directive for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) 2014/30/EU and its revisions, as well as Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU and its revisions. This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed of with other household waste throughout the UK and EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable re-use of material sources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact Customer Care for further recycling and WEEE information.

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+44 (0) 3331 230051
Instant Brands (EMEA) Limited
1 Christchurch Way, Woking,
Surrey, GU21 6JG, UK
Instant Brands (Ireland) Limited
Suite 6, Rineanna House,
Shannon Free Zone, Shannon,
Co Clare, Ireland, V14 CA36
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Documents / Resources

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