Gourmia GAF956 Dual Basket Digital Air Fryer User Manual

DUAL BASKET DIGITAL AIR FRYER
USER MANUAL GAF956

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Model: GAF956
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Congratulations on the purchase of your Dual Basket Digital Air Fryer from Gourmia!

Here at Gourmia, we’re all about helping cooks make easy, healthy, and delicious meals an everyday possibility. We know how fast-paced life is and that sometimes a home-cooked meal doesn’t make the top of the priority list, no matter how bad you want it. Our dependable, easy-to-use units are here to help you change that. We’re giving you the tools to eat better and healthier without spending hours in the kitchen prepping and cooking.

We want you to get the most out of your air fryer, which is why our team is available to help with any questions you may have. Whether you have a question with setup or need  some guidance on which preset to use, we’re happy to walk you through it. Welcome to the ease of cooking with Gourmia.
This manual provides instructions for all of the air fryer’s functions and features along with directions for assembling, operating, cleaning, and maintaining the appliance. Please  read all safety instructions and directions for safe usage at all times. Keep this manual for future use.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Read all instructions before using the electric appliance. The following basic precautions should always be followed:

1. This appliance is not intended for use by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have supervision.

2. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Cleaning and  user maintenance should not be done by children unless they are supervised.

3. Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local main voltage before you connect the appliance.

4. Do not use the appliance if the plug, the main cord or the appliance itself is damaged. Always make sure that the plug is inserted properly into a wall outlet.

5. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or if the appliance has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to  the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

6. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, nor let it touch hot surfaces.

7. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plugs, or appliances in water or other liquid.

8. Do not plug in the appliance or operate the control panel with wet hands.

9. Never connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-control system in order to avoid a hazardous situation. To disconnect, turn off the appliance, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.

10. Do not place the appliance on or near combustible materials such as a tablecloth or curtain. The accessible surfaces may become hot during use.
    Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

11. Do not place the appliance against a wall or against other appliances.
    Leave at least 4 inches of free space on the back and sides and 4 inches of free space above the appliance.
    Do not place anything on top of the appliance.

12. Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described in this manual. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.

13. Do not leave the appliance unattended when plugged in.

14. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

15. Do not touch hot surfaces; use the handle. During air frying, hot steam 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.

16. After using the appliance, avoid contact with the hot metal inside. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning.

17. Immediately unplug the appliance if you see dark smoke coming from the appliance. Wait for the smoke emission to stop before you remove the basket from the appliance.

18. Do not use outdoors.

19. For household use only.

CORD AND PLUG SAFETY

• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
• If an extension cord is used:
  a. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least equal to the electrical rating of the appliance; and
  b. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

ELECTRICAL 3-PRONG PLUG
This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding-type plug. It should be properly connected to a grounding-type outlet. The plug is designed to fit ONLY a 3-grounding  outlet unit, and as such, the grounding prong should never be removed. If needed, a 2-prong adapter may be used if local codes allow it.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER

DISPLAYS & CONTROL PANEL

DISPLAY MESSAGES

PRESETS CHART

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BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove all packaging stickers and labels from the air fryer, including the tape securing the baskets to the unit.
2. To pull out the baskets for cleaning, remove the tape that secures it in place. Secure the unit with one hand and pull the basket handle straight back with the other hand.
3. Thoroughly clean the baskets and crisper trays with hot water, dishwashing liquid, and a non-abrasive sponge.
4. Wipe the inside chambers and outside of the air fryer with a moist cloth.

NOTE: During the first few uses, there might be a “hot plastic” smell. This is perfectly normal in new air fryers as the material is heated for the first time, and the smell will go away after the first few uses.

WARNING:

Do not put anything on top of the air fryer.
Do not place the air fryer against a wall or against other appliances. It is important to leave at least 4 inches of free space above and around all sides of the air fryer to allow for  proper ventilation.
Do not fill the basket with oil, frying fat, or any other liquid – this appliance works by circulating hot air.
When spraying food for a crispier finish, we recommend using regular cooking oil instead of cooking spray, as the atter may damage the nonstick coating.

HOW TO AIR FRY

1. Place the air fryer on a flat, heat-resistant surface, leaving at least 4 inches
   of space on all sides.

2. Insert a crisper tray into the basket(s).

3. Place ingredients into the basket(s).
   NOTE: When using the PREHEAT feature, add ingredients when Add Food appears on the display.

4. Slide the basket(s) into the air fryer.

5. Plug the air fryer into an outlet.

6. Follow the instructions for the method you want to use.
   To air fry in single or dual baskets independently, follow the instructions on page 13.
   To use SMART FINISH so both zones finish cooking together, follow instructions on page 14.
   To use MATCH COOK to match cook settings across both baskets, the following instruction is on page 15.

CAUTION:

Always pause the air fryer before removing a basket. See STOP / CANCEL COOKING on page 15.
Always use caution when removing baskets during/after cooking – hot steam may escape!
WARNING: The baskets and food will be hot! Do not touch hot surfaces.
Do not use sharp or metal utensils which can scratch the nonstick surface.
Do not turn the baskets upside down, as any excess oil that has collected on the bottom of the baskets will leak onto the food.

AIR FRY IN SINGLE / DUAL BASKETS

Air fry in one or two baskets, and each basket will operate as its own independent zone based on the settings applied to it.

1. Tap the power button. The Zone 1 indicator light will illuminate. If Zone 2 is desired, tap the Zone 2 button.

2. Select a cooking function by tapping the desired function’s icon.

3. Adjust the temperature using the TEMP arrows.

4. Adjust the cooking time using the TIME arrows.
   NOTE: To preheat the air fryer, see page 13 for instructions to enable the PREHEAT feature. To set a reminder to turn food halfway through the cook time, see page 14  for instructions to enable the TURN REMINDER feature.

5. Tap START to begin cooking in the selected zone.
   To cook in a second zone, select the desired zone’s button and follow the steps above for the second zone.
   When the cooking time has elapsed, the air fryer will beep, and End will appear on the display.

6. Remove the basket carefully, avoiding contact with its hot surfaces, and remove food.

PREHEAT

1. Tap PREHEAT after setting the desired TEMP and TIME for a zone. The PREHEAT indicator light will illuminate.

2. Tap START.
   The words Pr EEHERE will appear on the zone’s display.
   When the zone is preheated, the air fryer will beep and Add F cod will appear on the zone’s display.

3. Remove the basket carefully, avoiding contact with its hot surfaces.

4. Place ingredients into the basket and slide it into the air fryer. Cooking will begin automatically.

TURN REMINDER

1. Tap TURN REMINDER after setting the desired TIME and TEMP for a zone. The TURN REMINDER indicator light will illuminate. Halfway through the cooking time,  the air fryer will beep, and turn Food will appear on the zone’s display.
   NOTE: This is only a reminder to turn in food, and the cooking time will continue.

2. Remove the basket carefully and place it on a heat-resistant surface.

3. Turn or toss the food using non-metal tongs and return the basket to the air fryer.

AIR FRY WITH MATCH COOK

1. Tap the power button.

2. Tap MATCH COOK.

3. Select a cooking function by tapping the desired function’s icon.

4. Adjust the temperature using the TEMP arrows.

5. Adjust the cooking time using the TIME arrows.
   NOTE: To preheat the air fryer, see page 13 for instructions to enable the PREHEAT feature. To set a reminder to turn food halfway through the cooking time, see page 14  for instructions to enable the TURN REMINDER feature.

6. Tap START.
   When the cooking time has elapsed, the air fryer will beep, and End will appear on the display.

7. Remove the baskets carefully, avoid contact with its hot surfaces, and remove food.

AIR FRY WITH SMART FINISH

1. Tap the power button. The Zone 1 indicator light will illuminate.

2. Tap SMART FINISH.

3. Select a cooking function by tapping the desired function’s icon.

4. Adjust the temperature using the TEMP arrows.

5. Adjust the cooking time using the TIME arrows.
   NOTE: To preheat the air fryer, see page 13 for instructions to enable the P REHEAT feature. To set a reminder to turn food halfway through the cook time, see page 14  for instructions to enable the TURN REMINDER feature

6. Tap the Zone 2 button. The Zone 2 indicator light will illuminate.

7. Follow steps 3-5 to set Zone 2.

8. Tap START.
   Cooking will begin for the zone with a longer cook time. Hold will appear on the display of the zone with a shorter cook time, and cooking for this zone will begin later so both zones finish together.
   When the cooking time for both zones has elapsed, the air fryer will beep, and End will appear on the displays.

9. Remove the baskets carefully, avoid contact with its hot surfaces, and remove food.

VIEW / ADJUST A ZONE’S SETTINGS

To review or adjust a zone’s settings at any time, tap the zone’s button. The temperature and time will appear on the zone’s display, and the indicator lights of the enabled features will illuminate. Adjust as needed.

STOP / CANCEL COOKING

Tap a zone’s button to activate it. If neither zone is activated, the following steps will apply to both zones:

• Tap STOP / CANCEL once to pause cooking.
• Tap the START to resume cooking.
• Tap STOP / CANCEL twice to cancel cooking.

COOKING TIPS

• For an extensive list of foods and their ideal amounts, temperature, and time settings, along with preparation notes, see the Air Fry Cooking Chart and Dehydrate Chart on pages 24 through 27 of the Gourmia Recipe Book.
• When cooking in both baskets simultaneously, add additional cook time to each zone.
• Check food for desired doneness a few minutes before cook time elapses and cook a little longer if necessary.
• Always ensure raw proteins reach food-safe temperature.
• Air fryers perform similar to ovens; follow oven instructions on item packaging or recipe.
• Snacks that can be prepared in an oven can also be prepared in the air fryer.
• Smaller ingredients usually require a slightly shorter cook time than larger ingredients.
• Preheating the air fryer before adding food will generally deliver the best results (see PREHEAT on page 13).
• When cooking multiple batches in a row, only preheat before the first batch.
• Turning or tossing food halfway through cook time will deliver evenly browned and crispy results (see TURN REMINDER on page 14).
• Toss fresh potatoes with 1 tablespoon of oil for a crispy exterior. Air fry the ingredients within a few minutes after adding the oil.
• Do not cook foods that will produce a large amount of grease in the air fryer.
• Place a baking pan or an oven-safe dish or pan in the basket to bake a cake or quiche or to air fry fragile or filled ingredients.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

NEVER immerse cord, plug, or air fryer in water or any other liquid.
Do not use metal kitchen utensils or abrasive cleaning material to clean the baskets or crisper trays, as this may damage the nonstick coating.

• Clean the air fryer after every use.
• Unplug the air fryer from the outlet before cleaning.
• Let the air fryer cool down completely before cleaning. Remove the baskets from the air fryer to cool it down quicker.
• Clean the baskets and crisper trays in the dishwasher’s top rack only or with hot water, dish soap, and a non-abrasive sponge.
• If residue is stuck to the bottom of the baskets, fill them with hot water and dish soap and let it soak.
• Wipe the outside of the air fryer with a moist cloth.
• Clean the inside of the air fryer with hot water, dish soap, and a cleaning brush to remove any food residue.
• Ensure the air fryer is completely dry before using.

STORAGE

• Unplug the appliance and let it cool down.
• Make sure all parts are clean and dry.
• Store the appliance in a clean and dry place.

ENVIRONMENT

Do not discard the appliance with normal household waste at the end of its life; instead, hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. Doing will help to preserve the environment.

TROUBLESHOOTING

fryer into a grounded wall socket.
The timer has not been set.| Tap the TIME arrows to set the required cook time.
The basket does not
fit inside the air fryer.| The basket is overfilled.| Do not fill the basket beyond max line.
The ingredients did not cook.| There are too many ingredients in the basket.| Put smaller batches of ingredients in the basket. Smaller batches are fried more evenly.
The set temperature is too low.| Tap the TEMP arrows to set the required temperature setting.
The cook time is too short.| Tap the TIME arrows to set the required cook time.
The ingredients are fried unevenly.| Certain types of ingredients need to be shaken halfway through the cook time.| Ingredients that lie on top of or across each other (e.g. fries) need to be shaken halfway through the cook time (see TURN REMINDER on page 14).
Fried snacks are not crispy.| You used a type of snack meant to be cooked in a traditional deep fryer.| Use oven snacks or lightly brush some oil onto the snacks for a crispier result.
White smoke comes out of the air fryer.| You are preparing greasy ingredients.| When you fry greasy ingredients in the air fryer, a large amount of oil will leak into the basket. The oil produces white smoke and the basket may heat up more than usual. This does not affect the air fryer or the end result
The basket still contains grease residue from previous use.| White smoke is caused by grease heating up in the basket. Make sure you clean the basket properly after each use.
Fresh fries are fried unevenly.| Quality potatoes will give an even cook.| Use fresh potatoes and make sure they stay firm during frying.
Potatoes were too starchy.| Rinse the potato sticks properly and dry to remove starch from the outside of the sticks.
Fresh fries are not crispy.| 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 potato sticks smaller and add slightly more oil for a  crispier result.

WARRANTY & SERVICE

This Limited Warranty is for one full year from the date of purchase and requires proof of purchase from an authorized seller. It is applicable to the original purchaser only and is not transferable to a third-party user. Repair or replacement of defective parts is solely at Gourmia’s discretion. In the event that repair isn’t possible, Gourmia will replace the product/part. If product repair/replacement won’t suffice, Gourmia has the option of refunding the cash value of the product or component returned.
Product defects not covered under the Warranty provisions include normal wear and damage incurred from use or accidental negligence, misuse of instruction specifications or repair by unauthorized parties. Gourmia is not liable for any incidental or consequential damages incurred by such circumstances.
Only valid within the United States.
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