MASTERBUILT MB20013020 20 Quart 6-in-1 Outdoor Air Fryer User Manual

: June 6, 2024
: Masterbuilt

Table of Contents

**** WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Structural Proximity and Safe Usage Recommendations
Parts List
Hardware List
Assembly
QUICK START GUIDE
COOKING OVERVIEW
CLEANING AND STORAGE
Shutdown Instructions
Troubleshooting
Wood Chips Smoking Guide
References
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Operation Manual and Safety Instructions
AIR FRYER
EF13G1D

MB20013020
Your model number
Mfg. Date – Serial Number
These numbers are located on the back of the appliance.
FOR OUTDOOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

Manual Code: 9801200005 201013-GH

WARNING

This manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance.
Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance.
Keep this manual for future reference.

**** Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire, explosion or burn hazards which could cause property damage, personal injury, or death.

CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD

Burning wood chips give off carbon monoxide, which has no odor and can cause death.
DO NOT burn wood chips inside homes, vehicles, tents, garages or any enclosed areas.
Use only outdoors where it is well ventilated.

WOOD CHIPS DO NOT COME WITH THIS PRODUCT.

**** WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

For outdoor household use only. Do not operate in an enclosed area.
Unit MUST be on the ground. Do not place units on tables or counters.
Do not plug in the air fryer until fully assembled and ready for use.
Use only approved grounded electrical outlets.
Do not use during an electrical storm.
Do not expose the air fryer to rain or water at any time.
To protect against electrical shock do not immerse the cord, plug, or control panel in water or other liquid.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner.
Keep a fire extinguisher accessible at all times while operating air fryer.
Do not let the cord touch hot surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Keep children and pets away from the air fryer at all times. Do not allow children to use air fryers. Close supervision is necessary when children or pets are in the area where an air fryer is being used. · Fuel, such as charcoal briquettes or heat pellets, are not to be used in the air fryers.
Never use an air fryer as a heater (READ CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD).
Use air fryer only on a level, stable surface to prevent tipping.
Do not allow anyone to conduct activities around the air fryer during or following its use until it has cooled.
An air fryer is HOT while in use and will remain HOT for a period of time afterward. Use caution.
Do not touch HOT surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
The use of alcohol, prescription, or non-prescription drugs may impair the user’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate an air fryer.
Avoid bumping or impacting the air fryer.
Never move air fryer when in use. Allow the air fryer to cool completely before moving or storing.
Be careful when removing food from the air fryer. All surfaces are HOT and may cause burns. Use protective gloves or long, sturdy cooking tools.
The grease tray is only for the bottom of the air fryer. Do not put grease trays on cooking baskets as this may damage air fryer.
The smokebox is HOT when the air fryer is in use. Use caution when adding wood.
Remove plug from the outlet when the air fryer is not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Allow cooling before handling.
Accessory attachments not supplied by Masterbuilt Manufacturing, LLC are not recommended and may cause injury.
Never use the air fryer for anything other than its intended purpose. The air fryer is not for commercial use.
Always use air fryer in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal fire codes.
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 rating should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
Outdoor extension cords must be used with outdoor use products and are marked with suffix “W” and with the statement “Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances.”
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of electric shock, keep the extension cord connection dry and off the ground.
Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot liquids.
Do not clean this product with a water sprayer or the like.
Store air fryer indoors when not in use – out of the reach of children.
Use extreme caution when removing the tray or disposing of hot grease.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Structural Proximity and Safe Usage Recommendations

REMINDER: Maintain a minimum distance of 10 feet from rear, sides and top of air fryer to overhead construction, walls, rails or other combustible construction. This clearance provides adequate space for proper combustion, air circulation and venting.

WARNING
The electric power cord is a trip hazard.
DO NOT OPERATE ON COMBUSTIBLE SURFACES

Parts List

NO.	QTY/CANT.	DESCRIPCIÓN
1	1	Rear Brace
2	1	Front Brace
3	1	Front Right Leg
4	1	Front Left Leg
5	2	Side Brace
6	2	Rear Leg
7	1	Fryer Body
8	1	Lifting Hook
9	2	Lift Handle
10	1	Smoke Box
11	1	Grease Tray
12	2	Grease Tray Bracket
13	1	Poultry Basket w/Stand
14	1	Heat Deflector
15	3	Stacking Baskets
16	1	Bottom Stacking Basket

Hardware List

DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER for assembly assistance, missing or damaged parts. Please contact MASTERBUILT customer service at www.masterbuilt.com/pages/support. Please have the model number and serial number available. These numbers are located on the silver rating label on the appliance.

BEFORE ASSEMBLY READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
Assemble on a clean flat surface.
Tools needed: Phillips head screwdriver
Approximate assembly time: 20 minutes
The actual product may differ from the picture shown.
It is possible that some assembly steps have been completed in the factory.

Assembly

CONTROL PANEL

QUICK START GUIDE

Step 1 – Plug it in
Step 2 – Press the power button (turn it on)
Step 3 – Press the cook function you wish to use
Step 4 – Select your temperature with the control knob
Step 5 – Wait 10 minutes to allow the unit to preheat

COOKING OVERVIEW

Air Fry:
A. Preset 400F
B. Function does smoke at a preset temperature
Roast:
A. Preset 400F
B. Function does smoke at a preset temperature
Bake:
A. Preset 400F
B. Function does smoke at a preset temperature
Convection:
A. Preset 400F
B. Function does smoke at a preset temperature
Broil
A. Preset 425F
B. Function does not smoke at a preset temperature
Dehydrate
A. Preset 140F
B. Function does not smoke at a preset temperature

WOOD CHIP TRAY

Before starting the unit, place wood chips in a wood chip tray.
Wood chips should stay well below the top rim of the wood chip tray. DO NOT use wood chunks.
Check the wood chip tray periodically to see if the wood has burned down. Add more chips as needed.
Note: Wood chip tray is hot during use.
Wood chip tray MUST be in place when using an outdoor air fryer.
Do not leave old wood ashes in the wood chip tray. Once ashes are cold, empty tray. The tray should be cleaned out prior to and after each use to prevent ash buildup.
Should wood chips flare up, immediately close lid, wait for wood chips to burn down? Do not spray with water.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

Clean unit prior to use.
After use, turn the appliance off, unplug and let it cool before cleaning or storing.
Remove the grease tray and wipe thoroughly using mild detergent.
Clean lid, cooking rack, turkey stand, and basket with a damp cloth or sponge using a mild detergent.
The clean outer shell, inner lining, cord, and control panel with a damp cloth or sponge using a mild detergent.
Dry thoroughly.
Baskets, stands, heat deflector, grease tray, smokebox, and lifting hook may be cleaned in the dishwasher.

ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS UNPLUGGED AND COOL TO THE TOUCH BEFORE CLEANING AND STORING.

Shutdown Instructions

Step 1:
Remove food from the air fryer.
Step 2:
Close the lid and press the power button to power the unit down.
Step 3:
Leave the lid closed and the unit plugged in for 5 minutes.
Step 4:
Once the unit has cooled completely, unplug, clean, and store.

Troubleshooting

SYMPTOM	CAUSE	POSSIBLE SOLUTION
The power light won’t come on	Not plugged into an outlet	Check outlet

connection
House breaker tripped| Make sure other appliances are not operating on the same electrical circuit. Check household breakers.
Controller malfunctioning| Contact Masterbuilt at www.masterbuilt.com/pages/support
Fryer takes an excessive amount of time to heat up or does not heat at all| Fryer plugged into the wrong type of extension cord| Use the properly rated extension cord or set fryer so the extension cord does not have to be used.
Lid must be closed for operation| Close lid to retain heat in the fryer
Controller malfunctioning| Contact Masterbuilt at www.masterbuilt.com/pages/support
The controller does not adjust the temperature| Not plugged into an outlet| Check outlet connection
Controller malfunctioning| Contact Masterbuilt at www.masterbuilt.com/pages/support
Fryer reaches extremely high temperatures| Temperature setting too high| Adjust controller to lower setting
Controller/element malfunctioning| Contact Masterbuilt at www.masterbuilt.com/pages/support
The power light is on, the fryer isn’t heating| Faulty element| Contact Masterbuilt at www.masterbuilt.com/pages/support
Controller malfunctioning| Contact Masterbuilt at www.masterbuilt.com/pages/support
Fryer is beeping continuously, power button and cook function button flashing.| Fryer is in the cool down mode
he| Press any button to cancel the alarm. Inspect the fryer and eliminate the cause for overheating.
Check for grease fires by slowly opening the lid. If there is no fire, close the lid and press any button to cancel the alarm. The fryer will resume the normal cooking cycle when it reaches the set temperature.
If a fire occurs, close the lid and, press any button to cancel the alarm. Unplug the fryer.

If your air fryer is beeping (10 beeps per minute), and the lights are flashing, you have a TC error.
Contact Masterbuilt at www.masterbuilt.com/pages/support.
If the symptom is not listed here, please contact Masterbuilt at www.masterbuilt.com/pages/support.

Wood Chips Smoking Guide

| POULTRY
Hickory, Mesquite, Alder, Pecan, Maple, Apple, Cherry| | BEEF
Hickory, Mesquite
---|---|---|---
| FISH
Hickory, Alder, Pecan, Apple| | PORK
Hickory, Alder, Pecan, Maple, Apple, Cherry
| HAM
Hickory| | LAMB
Mesquite

To ensure that it is safe to eat, food must be cooked to the minimum internal temperatures listed in the table below.