AUMATE GLA-1007 Air Fryer Oven Owner’s Manual

Air Fryer Oven Owner’s Manual
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Model: GLA-1007

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed. Do not use the appliance until you have read this manual thoroughly.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the power cord, plug, or appliance in water or other liquid. Do not rinse the appliance under a tap.
2. This appliance has a VDE plug. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plugin anyway.
3. Make sure the appliance is plugged into a dedicated wall socket. Always make sure that the plug is inserted into the wall socket properly.
4. Do not overfill the air fryer basket. Overfilling may cause food to contact the heating element, which may result in fire and/or personal injury.
5. Do not cover the Air Intake Vent or Air Outlet Vent while the air fryer oven is operating. It will prevent even cooking and may damage the Unit or cause it to overheat.
6. Never pour oil into the round Basket. Fire and personal injury could result.
7. While cooking, the internal temperature of the unit will reach several hundred degrees Celsius. To avoid personal injury, never place hands inside the Unit unless it is thoroughly cooled.
8. This appliance is NOT to be used by children or by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities. Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used near children and these individuals. Children should not use or play with this appliance.
9. When cooking, DO NOT PLACE the appliance against a wall or against other appliances. Leave at least 12cm(5-inch) free space on the back and sides and above the appliance. Do not place anything on top of the appliance.
10. Do not use this unit if the plug, the power cord, or the appliance itself is damaged in any way.
11. Do not place the appliance on any kind of stovetop, or in a heated oven. Heat from an external source will damage the appliance.
12. If the power cord is damaged, YOU MUST HAVE IT REPLACED by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
13. Keep the appliance and its power cord OUT OF THE REACH of children when it is in operation or in the cooling process.
14. Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces. Do not plug in the power cord or operate the Unit controls with wet hands.
15. Never contact this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-control system.
16. Never use this appliance with an extension cord of any kind.
17. Do not operate the appliance on or near combustible materials, such as tablecloths and curtains.
18. Do not use appliances for anything other than intended use.
19. Never operate the appliance unattended.
20. When in operation, the air is released through the Air Outlet Vent. KEEP YOUR HANDS AND FACE at a safe distance from the Air Outlet Vent. Also, avoid the air while removing the Round Basket from the appliance.
21. The Unit’s outer surfaces may become hot during use. The Round Basket will be hot. Wear air fryer Mitts or use the Fetch Tool when handling hot components.
22. If the Unit emits black smoke, UNPLUG IMMEDIATELY and wait for smoking to stop before removing air fryer contents.
23. When the time has run out, cooking will stop but the fan will continue running for 20 secs. to cool down the unit.
24. Always operate the appliance on a horizontal surface that is level, stable, and noncombustible.
25. This appliance is intended for normal household use only. It is not intended for use in commercial or retail environments.
26. If the air fryer oven is used improperly or for professional or if it is not used according to the instructions in the user manual, the warranty becomes invalid and the manufacturer will not be held liable for damages.
27. Always unplug the appliance after use.
28. Before handling, cleaning or storing, let the appliance cool down for approximately 30mins.
29. Make sure the ingredients prepared in this Unit come out cooked to a golden-yellow color rather than dark or brown. Remove burnt remnants.

OVERHEATING PROTECTION
Should the inner temperature control system fail, the overheating protection system will be activated and the Unit will not function. Should this happen, unplug the power cord. Allow time for the Unit to cool completely before restarting or storing.
AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
The appliance has a built-in shut-off device, that will automatically shut down the Unit when the Timer LED reaches zero. You can manually switch off the appliance by selecting the Power Button. The fan will continue running for about 30 secs. to cool down the unit.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your new Unit may not operate properly. It should be operated on a dedicated electrical circuit.

ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS
This appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields. If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.

PARTS & ACCESSORIES

1. Main Unit with Control Panel
   Allows you to control the functions of the Unit

2. Air Intake Vents
   DO NOT COVER the Air Intake Vents while the unit is operating.

3. Hot Air Outlet Vents
   DO NOT COVER the Air Outlet Vents while the unit is operating.

4. Air Flow Rack (Crisper Trays)
   Can be used not only for dehydration but also to cook crispy snacks or reheat items like pizza.

5. Round Basket (Rotating Cage)
   Great for fries, roasted nuts, and other snacks. Use Rotisserie Fetch Tool to place the basket into Unit.

6. Drip Tray
   Cook with the Drip Pan in place for easy clean-up.

7. 7a. Skewers
   Great for all your kabob recipes, meat, fish, or veggies.
   7b. Adjustable Skewer Racks
   Used when making kabobs. Skewer Racks fit over Shaft and lock in place with Set Screws.

8. Rotisserie Shaft, Forks & Set Screws
   Use for roasts and whole chicken. Force Shaft lengthwise through meat and center. Slide Forks onto the shaft from either end into meat, then lock in place with Set Screws. There are indentations on the shaft for the set screws. You can adjust the screws closer to the middle if needed but never outward towards the ends.
   NOTE: Make sure roast or chicken is not too large to rotate freely within the oven. Chicken: 2kgs roast: up to 2.5-3kgs (depending on the diameter of the meat. Up to 15cm diameter).

9. Rotisserie Fetch Tool (Handle Tool)
   Use to remove cooked roasts and chicken that have been prepared using the rotisserie or skewer methods. Place under Rotisserie Shaft and lift then gently extract the food. NOTE: Unpack all listed contents from packaging. Varies by model. Please remove any clear or blue protective film on the components.

10. Nonstick Mesh Rack x 2
    Can be used not only for dehydration but also to cook crispy snacks or reheat items like pizza.

IMPORTANT

1. Before initial use and after subsequent use, hand washes the Round Basket and other cooking accessories. Then wipe the outside and inside of the Unit with a warm moist cloth and mild detergent. Finally, preheat the Unit for a few minutes to burn off any residue.
2. The cook-top may smoke the first time it is used. It is not defective and the smoke will burn off within a few minutes.

Warning Forks, Skewers, and other metal parts with this unit are sharp and will get extremely hot during use.
Great care should be taken to avoid personal injury. Wear protective oven mitts or gloves.

UNIT SPECIFICATIONS

Model Number| Supply power| Rated Power| Capacity| Temperature|

Display

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GLA-1007| 120V- 60Hz| 1700W| 12L/13QT| 150- 400 F| LED Touch
Screen

USING THE ACCESSORIES

Placing Drip Tray into Unit

1. Insert Drip Tray into the bottom of Unit
2. Cook with the Drip Pan in place for easy clean-up.

Placing Air Flow / Mesh Racks into the unit

1. Place Racks into Unit by sliding through the side grooves and onto the back lip.
2. Place Racks closer to the top heating element for faster cooking and add crisp.
3. Inserting Racks (always use oven mitts when the oven is hot).

Rotisserie Shaft & Skewers Racks

Place the two Skewer Racks at each end of the Rotisserie Shaft. Make sure the Set Screws are on the outer side of the Rotisserie Shaft.

1. Slightly tighten Set Screws, do not over tighten as you may
2. need to adjust the tightness after you insert the Skewers.
3. Carefully poke Skewers through food.

Rotisserie Spit Assembly & Insertion

1. Insert each Skewer point through holes on the left Skewer Rack.
2. Squeeze the clip end of each Skewer as you insert it into the opposite Skewer Rack slot to secure.
3. Release clip to securely rest in the slot.
4. Repeat steps 3-6 in a uniform manner around the Skewer Rack. Make sure Skewers are evenly spaced.
5. Tighten the Set Screws to make sure they are securely in place.
6. Use caution while inserting the Spit into the Unit to prevent getting poked by the Skewer ends.
7. Open the door of the Unit. Slide the Rotisserie Spit onto the rails in the center of the Unit.

Placing Round Basket (Baking Cage) & Rotisserie Spit into Unit

1. Open the door of the Unit.
2. Insert the left side of the assembled round basket or spit first into the Rotisserie Shaft socket. Be sure the Rotisserie Shaft is in place to engage rotation.
3. Place the right side onto the hanger.

Rotisserie Forks Assembly & Insertion

1. Using for roasts and whole chicken.
2. Force Shaft lengthwise through meat&chicken and center. Slide forks onto rotisserie shaft from either end into meat then lock in place with Set Screws.
3. You can adjust the screws closer to the middle if needed but never outward towards the ends.
4. Tighten the set screws to make sure they are securely in place.
5. Open the door of the unit. Slide the rotisserie skewers onto the rails in the center of the unit.

Placing Round Basket Into Unit

Open the door of the unit.

Insert the left side of the rotating round basket or split first into the Rotisserie Shaft socket. Be sure the Rotisserie shaft is in place to engage the rotation.
Please the right side onto the hanger.

Removing Round Basket (Baking Cage) & Rotisserie Spit from Unit

1. Open the door of the Unit to pause the cooking cycle or turn the unit off by pressing the power button.
2. Insert Rotisserie Fetch Tool (handle tool) beneath the rotisseriE shaft.
3. Lift the right side of the rotisserie Fetch Tool at a slight angle to clear the bracket, then shift to the right until the left side of the shaft slides out of the rotisserie shaft socket.
4. Carefully remove the Round Basket or Rotisserie Spit from the Unit.

DIGITAL CONTROL PANEL

1. Power/Start-Stop Button
   Once the unit is plugged in, the Power Button will light up. Selecting the Power Button once will cause the full panel to be illuminated. Selecting the Power Button a second time will activate the cooking process at the default temperature of 3701(185°C ) and time of 15mins. Selecting the Power Button at any time during the cooking process will shut down the Unit, causing the display to show “OFF”, the running light to go dark within 20 secs. The fan will continue running for 20 secs.to cool down the Unit.

2. Internal Light Selecting this button will help you check cooking progress while the Unit is in operation.
   NOTE: Opening the door during the cooking process will pause the Unit. Internal light will illuminate if doors open.

3. Rotation Button Select this button when cooking anything using the Rotisserie Mode. The function can be used with any preset. The icon will blink while in use.

4. Temperature Control Buttons These buttons enable you to raise or lower cooking temperature by 5 F(5°C ) intervals ranging from 180″F (80 ) to 400’F (200°C ).

5. Time Control Buttons These buttons enable you to select an exact cooking time to the minute, from 1 min. to 90mins. in all modes except when dehydrating, which uses 30-min. intervals and an operating time of 2-24 hrs.

6. LED Digital Display The Digital Numeric Display will switch between Temperature and Time Remaining during the cooking process.

7. -16. Smart Programs
   Smart Programs control cooking times and temperatures automatically. Select a Smart Program by touching the label on the control panel. The key flashes to indicate that it has been selected. The cooking process starts automatically 5 secs. after the preset has been selected, or the Power Button can be pressed after the Preset Button to start the Oven immediately. You may override these presets with Time and Temperature Buttons.

• Cooking time for whole roasted chicken will vary with weight. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature as per the chart below.
  17. Fan icon
  This icon will blink in sequence while cooking is in progress and continue blinking for up to 20 secs. once you shut the Unit down.

Using The Air Fryer Oven Without Presets
Once you are familiar with the Air Fryer Oven, you may want to experiment with your own cooking times and temperatures.

Warning
Never use a cooking vessel filled with cooking oil or any other liquid with this unit! Fire hazard or personal injury could result.

GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Before using the air fryer oven for the first time

1. Read all warning stickers and labels.

2. Remove all packing materials, labels, and stickers.

3. Wash all parts and accessories used in the cooking process with warm soapy water.
   NOTE: Only the accessories are dishwasher safe.

4. Wipe the inside and outside of the cooking Unit with a clean, moist cloth.
   NOTE: Never wash or submerge the cooking Unit in water.
   NOTE: When using this Unit, never fill any cooking vessel with oil or liquid of any kind. The cooks with hot air only.

Preparing for Use

1. Place the appliance on a stable, level, horizontal, and heat-resistant surface.
2. Select the cooking accessory for your recipe.

NOTE: Before initial use and after subsequent use, hand washes the Round Basket and other cooking accessories. Then, wipe the outside and inside of the Unit with a warm moist cloth and mild detergent. Finally, preheat the Unit for a few minutes to burn off any residue.

A Versatile Appliance
The Air Fryer Oven is designed to cook a wide variety of your favorite foods. The charts and tables provided within this manual will help you get great results. Please refer to this information for proper time/temperature settings and proper food quantities.

Warning

1. NEVER put anything on top of the appliance.
2. NEVER cover the air vents on the top and back of the cooking Unit.
3. NEVER fill any cooking vessel with oil or liquid of any kind. This Unit cooks with hot air only.
4. NEVER use the Oven Door as a place to rest a hot Fry Basket filled with food. The Hot Fry Basket could damage the Oven Door or cause the Unit to tip. Personal injury could result.
5. ALWAYS use oven mitts when removing hot Crisper Trays.

Cooking With The Air Fryer Oven

1. Place the ingredients on a Crisper Tray, on one of the Rotisserie accessories, or in the Round Basket.
2. Put the Crisper Tray, Round Basket, or Rotisserie Spit into the unit and shut the oven door. Plug the power cord into a 110-120V dedicated outlet.
3. When Round Basket or Rotisserie and food is in place, press the Power Button once.
4. Select a preset function or manually set the Temperature and then the Time.
5. The Unit will automatically start the cooking cycle a few seconds after a preset function is selected. Alternatively, you can press the Power Button to begin the cooking cycle immediately once the desired cooking time and temperature have been selected manually.
   NOTE: You may open the oven door to view the rotisserie at any time during the process to check the progress.
   NOTE: Consult the Charts in this manual to determine the correct settings.

Tips

1. Foods that are smaller in size usually require a slightly shorter cooking time than larger ones.
2. Large quantities of food only require a slightly longer cooking time than smaller quantities.
3. Flipping or turning smaller-sized foods halfway through the cooking process ensures that all the pieces are evenly fried.
4. Misting a bit of vegetable oil on fresh potatoes is suggested for a crispier result. When adding a little oil, do so just before cooking.
5. Snacks normally cooked in an oven can also be cooked in the air fryer oven.
6. Use the pre-made dough to prepare filled snacks quickly and easily. The pre-made dough also requires a shorter cooking time than homemade dough.
7. Place a baking tin or oven dish in the air fryer oven when baking a cake or quiche. A tin or dish is also suggested when cooking fragile or filled foods.

IMPORTANT
Removing Cooked or Hot Food
When removing cooked or hot food, use the Rotisserie Fetch Tool or oven mitts. The Fetch Tool can also be used with Rotisserie Spit.

WARNING
During the cooking process, the Round Basket and other accessories will become very hot. When you remove it to check on the progress, make sure you have a trivet or a heat-resistant surface nearby to set it down on. NEVER place the Round Basket directly on a countertop or table. Cooking accessories will get hot during the air frying process. Wear oven mitts and handle with care to AVOID INJURY.

COOKING CHART

Settings The table on the next page will help you select the correct temperature and time for best results. As you become more familiar with the air fryer oven cooking process, you may adjust these settings to suit your own personal tastes.

Food Item| Min-Max| Time| Temperature|

Comments

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Thin Frozen Fries| 1 1/4-3 cups| 15-16 mins| 200°C/400°F|
Thick Frozen Fries| 1 1/4-3 cups| 15-20 mins| 200 C/400 F|
Homemade Fries| 1 1/4-3 1/4cups| 10-16 mins| 200 C/400 F| Add 1/2 tbsp .oil
Homemade Potato Wedges| 1 1/4-3 1/4cups| 18-22mins| 185 C/370 F| Add 1/2 tbsp .oil
Homemade Potato Cubes| 1 1/4-3 cups| 12-18mins| 185 C/370 F| Add 1/2 tbsp .oil
Hash Browns| 1 cup| 15-18mins| 185C/370 F|
Potato Gratin| 2 cup| 15-18mins| 200 C/400 F|
Steak| 1/4-1.1Ib| 8-12 mins| 185 C/370 F|
Pork Chops| 1/4            1.1Ib| 10-14mins| 185 C /370T|
Hamburger| 1/4          1.1Ib| 7-14 mins| 185 C /370°F|
Sausage Roll| 1/4-1.11b| 13-15mins| 200t /400 F|
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Chicken Drumsticks| 1/4-1.11b| 18-22 mins| 185t/370–F|
Chicken Breast| 1/4-1.11b| 10-15mins| 185t /370 ‘F.|
Spring Rolls| 1/4-3/4 lb| 15-20mins| 200t/400.F| Use oven-ready
Frozen Chicken Nuggets| 1/4-1.11b| 10-15mins| 200r/400’F| Use oven-ready
Frozen Fish Sticks| 1/4-1.11b| 6-10 mins| 200t/400’F| Use oven-ready
Mozzarella Sticks| 1/4-1.11b| 8-10 mins| 185r/370’F| Use oven-ready
Stuffed Vegetables| 1/4-1.11b| 10 mins| 160t/320″F|
Cake| 1 1/4 cups| 20-25 mins| 160QC/320’F| Use baking tin
Quiche| 1 1/2 cups| 20-22 mins| 185’C/370^F| Use baking dish
Muffins| 1 1/4cups| 15-18 mins| 200’C/400’F| Using baking tin
Sweet Snacks| 1 1/2cups| 20mins| /320°F 160`C/320°F| Use baking
tin/oven dish
Frozen Onion Rings| 11b| 15 mins| 200t/400’F|

NOTE: Keep in mind that these settings are indications. Since ingredients differ in origin, size, shape, and brand, we cannot guarantee the best settings for your ingredients. Tips Set the Timer to half the time needed for the recipe and the Timer bell will remind you when it’s time to flip your food. When you hear the timer bell, the preset preparation time has elapsed. Add 3 min. to the cooking time when starting with a cold appliance.

CLEANING&STORAGE

Cleaning
Clean the air fryer oven after each use. The Rotate Basket and other accessories are made of durable stainless steel and are dishwasher safe. Never use abrasive cleaning materials or utensils on these surfaces. Caked-on food should be soaked for easy removal in warm, soapy water. Remove the power cord from the wall socket and be certain the appliance is thoroughly cooled before cleaning.

1. Wipe the outside of the appliance with a warm, moist cloth and mild detergent.
2. To clean glass, open the door of the Unit.
3. Clean the inside of the appliance with hot water, a mild detergent, and a non-abrasive sponge.
4. If necessary, remove unwanted food residue from the upper screen with a cleaning brush.

Storage

1. Unplug the appliance and let it cool thoroughly.
2. Make sure all components are clean and dry.
3. Place the appliance in a clean, dry place.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

| Possible Cause|

Solution

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The power Air Fryer Oven Elite does not work| 1. The appliance is not plugged in.
2. You have not turned tho Unit on by setting the preparation time temperature.| 1. Plug power cord into wall socket.
2. Set the temperature and time check that door is closed.
Food not cooked| 1. The Round Basket Is overloaded.
2. The temperature Is set too low.| 1. Use smaller batches for more even frying.
2. Raise temperature and continue cooking.
Food is not fried evenly| 1. Some foods need to be turned during the cooking process.| 1. See General operations in this manual on page 12.
White smoke coming from Unit| 1. Oil is being used.
2. Accessories have excess grease residue from previous cooking.| 1. Wipe down to remove excess oil.
2. Clean the Round Basket after each use.
French fries are not fried evenly| 1. Wrong type of potato being used.
2. Potatoes not blanched properly during preparation| 1. Use fresh.firm potatoes
2. Use cut sticks and pat dry to remove excess starch.
Fries are not crispy| 1. Raw fries have too much water.| 1. Dry potato sticks properly before misting oil. Cut sticks smaller. Add a bit more oil. Blanch cut potatoes.

ERROR CODE

Display shown

| Possible Cause|

Solution

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El| Broken circuit of the thermal sensor| Call Customer Service
E2| Short circuit the thermal sensor| Call customer service

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. Can I prepare foods other than fried dishes with my air fryer oven? You can prepare a variety of dishes, including steaks, chops, burgers, and baked goods.
2.  Is the air fryer oven-good for making or reheating soups and sauces? Never cook or reheat liquids in the air fryer oven.
3. What do I do if the Unit shuts down while suggestions? As a safety feature, the air fryer oven has an Auto Shut-Off device that prevents damage from overheating. Unplug and allow the Unit to cool down. Plug back in and restart with the Power Button.
4. Does the Unit need time to heat up? Preheating is needed when you are cooking from a cold start, add 3 min to the cooking time to compensate.
5. Is it possible to shut off the unit at any time? Press the Power Button once or open the door.
6. Can I check the food during the cooking process? You can remove the Round Basket at any time while cooking is in progress. During this time, you can flip the contents on the Crisper Trays if needed to ensure even cooking. Time and temperature will resume where you left off.
7. Is the air fryer oven dishwasher safe? Only the accessories are dishwasher safe. The Unit itself containing the heating coil and electronics should never be submerged in liquid of any kind or cleaned with anything more than a hot, moist cloth or nonabrasive sponge with a small amount of mild detergent.
8. What happens if the unit still does not work after I have tried all the troubleshooting suggestions? Never attempt a home repair. Contact the manufacturer and follow the procedures set forth by the warranty. Failure to do so could render your warranty null and void.

Disposal

The adjacent symbol of a crossed-out dustbin on wheels indicates this device is subject to Directive 2012/19/EU. This directive states at the end of the life this device must not be disposed of through regular household refuse but must be returned to special collection sites, recycling depots or waste management companies.

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