Gourmia GAF778 7QT Stainless Steel Digital Steel Digital Air Fryer User Manual

GAF778 7QT Stainless Steel Digital Steel Digital Air Fryer

7QT STAINLESS STEEL DIGITAL AIR FRYER
GAF778

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Congratulations on the purchase of your 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.
Thank you for choosing Gourmia!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safeguards…………………………….6 Know Your Air Fryer………………………………..8 Display and Control Panel…………………………..9 Preheat…………………………………………………………….9 Turn Reminder………………………………………………..9 Display Messages………………………………………..10 Presets Chart…………………………………………………11 Using Your Air Fryer……………………………….12 Before First Use……………………………………………12 Adjusting Temperature and Time…………….15 Stop/Cancel Cooking………………………………….15 Cooking Tips………………………………………….16 Cleaning & Maintenance……………………….17 Troubleshooting…………………………………….18 Warranty & Service………………………………..19
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

operate the control panel with wet

use by persons (including children

hands.

younger than 8) with reduced

physical, sensory or mental

8. Never connect this appliance to an

capabilities, or lack of experience

external timer switch or separate

and knowledge, unless they have

remote-control system in order to

supervision.

avoid a hazardous situation. To

disconnect, turn off the appliance,

2. Check if the voltage indicated

then remove plug from wall outlet.

on the appliance corresponds to

the local main voltage before you 9. Do not place the appliance on or

connect the appliance.

near combustible materials such

as a tablecloth or curtain. The

3. Do not use the appliance if

accessible surfaces may become

the plug, the main cord or the

hot during use. Do not place on or

appliance itself is damaged.

near a hot gas or electric burner,

Always make sure that the plug is

or in a heated oven.

inserted properly into a wall outlet.

10. Do not place the appliance against

4. Do not operate any appliance

a wall or against other appliances.

with a damaged cord or plug,

Leave at least 4 inches of free

after the appliance malfunctions,

space on the back and sides and

or has been damaged in any

4 inches of free space above the

manner. Return the appliance to

appliance. Do not place anything

the nearest authorized service

on top of the appliance.

facility for examination, repair, or

adjustment.

11. Do not use the appliance for any

other purpose than described in

5. Close supervision is necessary

this manual. The use of accessory

when any appliance is used near

attachments not recommended by

children. Children should be

the appliance manufacturer may

supervised to ensure that they

cause injuries.

do not play with the appliance.

Cleaning and user maintenance

12. Do not let the appliance operate

shall not be done by children

unattended. Extreme caution

unless they are older than 8 and

must be used when moving an

supervised.

appliance containing hot oil or

other hot liquids.

6. Do not let the cord hang over the

edge of the table or counter or

13. Do not use outdoors.

touch hot surfaces.

14. Do not touch the hot surfaces;

7. To protect against electric shock,

use handle. During air frying, hot

do not immerse cord, plugs, or

steam is released through the air

appliance in water or other liquid.

outlet openings. Keep your hands

Do not plug in the appliance or

and face at a safe distance from

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

the steam and from the air outlet openings. Also be careful of hot steam and air when you remove the basket from the appliance.
15. 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.

16. 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 basket from the appliance.
17. For household use only.

CORD AND PLUG SAFETY

· A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce 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 POLARIZED PLUG This unit has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, the plug is intended to be used by inserting it into the electrical outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit securely into the outlet, reverse the plug and re-insert. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician for assistance. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Power:

120V 60HZ 1700W

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KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER

KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER
Display / Control Panel

Crisper Tray
Place the Crisper Tray into the Basket with the arrow on the tray
facing the back of the Basket.

Basket

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KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER

KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER

DISPLAY AND CONTROL PANEL

Air Fry Presets

Temperature

Time

Cooking Presets

Decrease Temperature / Time

Increase Temperature / Time

Toggle between adjusting Temperature / Time

Power Icon

PREHEAT Preheating the air fryer before adding food will generally deliver the best results. When cooking multiple batches in a row, only preheat before the first batch.

Tap PREHEAT before START to enable or disable preheating. When preheating is enabled, PREHEAT appears in red on the Display.

TURN REMINDER Turning or tossing food halfway through cook time will deliver evenly browned and crispy results.

Tap TURN REMINDER before START to enable or disable Turn Reminder. When Turn Reminder is enabled, TURN appears in red on the Display.

See chart on page 11 for Presets that have Preheat and Turn Reminder on by

default and those that have the option to toggle the settings on and off.

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DISPLAY MESSAGES

DISPLAY MESSAGES
Preheat is enabled.
Turn Reminder is enabled.
PrE xeat
The air fryer is preheating.
Add Food
The air fryer is preheated.
turn Food
Reminder to turn or toss food.
End
The cook time has elapsed.

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PRESETS CHART

TEMPERATURE

TIME

PREHEAT

TURN REMINDER

DEFAULT RANGE DEFAULT RANGE DEFAULT TOGGLE DEFAULT TOGGLE

400F 170-400F 20 min 1-60 min on

P

off

P

400F 170-400F 2150 mmiinn 1-60 min on

P

ofnf

P

400F 170-400F 25 min 1-60 min on

P

on

P

430750F 170-400F 260mminin 1-60 min ofnf

P

off

P

375F 170-400F 10 min 1-60 min on

P

on

P

400F 170-400F 20 min 1-60 min on

P

ofnf

P

325F 170-400F 25 min 1 min-2 h on

P

off

P

400F 170-400F 205 min 1-m60inm-2inh on

P

ofnf

P

400F 400F 12 min 1-60 min on

P

on

P

413050FF 1970-417000FF 208mhin 310-6m0-m24inh ofnf

nP/a

off

P

300F 170-400F 15 min 1-60 min off

P

off

P

2400F 1570-4200F 230 min 1-m60inm-8inh ofnf

nP/a

off

nP/a

Note: A check mark indicates Preheat and Turn Reminder can be enabled or disabled by tapping PREHEAT/TURN REMINDER before tapping START.
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USING YOUR AIR FRYER

USING YOUR AIR FRYER
BEFORE FIRST USE 1. Remove all packaging stickers and labels from the air fryer, including the tape securing the Pan to the unit.

2. To pull out the Basket for cleaning, remove the tape securing it into place. Secure the unit with one hand and pull the handle straight back with the other hand.

3. Thoroughly clean the Basket and Crisper Tray with hot water, some dishwashing liquid, and a non-abrasive sponge.

4. Wipe the inside 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. It will go away after the first few uses.

WARNING Do not fill the Basket with oil, frying fat, or any other liquid – this appliance works by circulating hot air.

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 around the back and sides, and 4 inches of free space above the air fryer to allow for proper ventilation.
USING YOUR AIR FRYER

1. Place the air fryer on a stable, horizontal, heat-resistant, and level surface.

2. Insert the Crisper Tray into the Basket and slide it into the air fryer.

3. Plug the air fryer into an outlet.

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USING YOUR AIR FRYER

USING YOUR AIR FRYER
4. Tap the Power Icon to turn on.
5. Tap the desired Preset. The Display will show the preset temperature and time. To adjust temperature and time follow instructions on page 15. With PREHEAT Enabled (enable before tapping START.) 6. Tap START. The Display will show “Preheat” (PrE xeat) and the air fryer will begin preheating. Once preheated, it will beep 5 times and the Display will show “Add Food” (Add Food). Caution: Basket will be hot! 7. Remove the Basket carefully, place food inside, and return it
to the air fryer to automatically begin cooking. Continue on page 14. 6. Remove the Basket, place food inside, and return it to the air
fryer. 7. Ensure Preheat is disabled and Tap START. Cooking Tip: Spray food with cooking oil for a crispier finish.
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USING YOUR AIR FRYER

USING YOUR AIR FRYER
With TURN REMINDER Enabled (enable before tapping START.)
· Halfway through the cook time, the air fryer will beep 5 times and the Display will show “Turn Food” (turn Food).
· Remove the Basket carefully and place it on a heat-resistant surface.
· Turn or toss the food using tongs.
· Return the Basket to the air fryer to automatically resume cooking.
Note: If the Basket is not removed, cooking will resume.
When your selected cook time has elapsed, the air fryer will beep 5 times and the Display will show “End” (End).
8. Remove the Basket carefully and place it on a heat-resistant surface.
9. Remove food from the Basket using tongs.
Always use caution when removing the Basket during/after cooking.
Caution: Carefully remove Basket – hot steam may escape!
WARNING: The Basket and food will be hot! Do not touch hot surfaces.
Do not use sharp or metal utensils to avoid scratching the nonstick surface.
Do not turn the Basket upside down, as any excess oil that has collected on the bottom of the Basket will leak onto the food.

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USING YOUR AIR FRYER

USING YOUR AIR FRYER
ADJUSTING TEMPERATURE AND TIME Cooking Tip: For ideal temperature and time settings for various foods, see the Air Fry Cooking Chart and Dehydrate Chart on pages 64 through 67 of the Gourmia Recipe Book.
1. Tap TEMP/TIME to adjust temperature.
2. Tap + and – icons to increase and decrease temperature.
3. Tap TEMP/TIME again to adjust time.
4. Tap + and – icons to increase and decrease time. Tip: Press and hold + and – icons to increase and decrease temperature and time rapidly. STOP/CANCEL COOKING Tap STOP/CANCEL once to stop cooking. Tap START to resume cooking. Removing the Basket from the air fryer during cooking will stop cooking. Returning the Basket to the air fryer will automatically resume cooking. Tap STOP/CANCEL twice to cancel cooking.
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COOKING TIPS

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 64 through 67 of the Gourmia Recipe Book.
· Air fryers perform similar to ovens, refer to 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.
· Turning or tossing food halfway through cook time will deliver evenly browned and crispy results. (See Turn Reminder on page 9).
· Add 1 tablespoon of oil to fresh potatoes for a crispy result. Air fry the ingredients within a few minutes after adding the oil.
· Do not prepare 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.

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

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 Basket and Crisper Tray, as this may damage the non-stick coating.
1. Clean the air fryer after every use.
2. Remove the plug from the outlet.
3. Let the air fryer cool down completely. Remove the Basket from the air fryer to cool it down quicker.
4. Clean the Basket and Crisper Tray in the dishwasher’s top rack only or with hot water, dish soap, and a non-abrasive sponge.
5. If residue is stuck to the bottom of the Basket, fill it with hot water and dish soap and let it soak.
6. Wipe the outside of the air fryer with a moist cloth.
7. Clean the inside of the air fryer with hot water, dish soap and a cleaning brush to remove any food residue.
8. 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 throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment. GUARANTEE AND SERVICE If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit www.Gourmia.com or contact your distributor.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM
The air fryer does not work.

POSSIBLE CAUSE
The air fryer is not plugged in.

SOLUTION
Plug the main plug into a grounded wall socket.

You have not set the timer.

Tap the timer icon to set the required cook time to turn on the air fryer.

The Basket is not put into the air fryer Slide the Basket into the air fryer properly. properly.

The ingredients did not cook. There are too many ingredients in the Put smaller batches of ingredients in the pan.

Basket.

Smaller batches are fried more evenly.

The set temperature is too low.

Tap + and – Icons to set the required temperature setting.

The cook time is too short.

Tap + and – Icons to set the required cook time.

The ingredients are fried unevenly in the air fryer.

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 9)

Fried snacks are not crispy when they come out of the air fryer.

You used a type of snack meant to be Use oven snacks or lightly brush some oil onto the cooked in a traditional deep fryer. snacks for a crispier result.

I cannot slide the Basket into The Basket is overfilled. the air fryer properly.

Do not fill the Basket beyond max line.

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 White smoke is caused by grease heating up in

from previous use.

the pan. Make sure you clean the Basket properly

after each use.

Fresh fries are fried unevenly in the air fryer.

Quality potatoes will give an even cook.
Potatoes are too starchy.

Use fresh potatoes and make sure they stay firm during frying.
Rinse the potato sticks properly and dry 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 potato sticks smaller for a crispier result. Add slightly more oil for a crispier result.

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WARRANTY & SERVICE

WARRANTY & SERVICE
This Limited Warranty is for one full year from the date of purchase. 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 the seller’s discretion. In the event that repair isn’t possible, the seller will replace the product/ part. If product repair/replacement won’t suffice, the seller 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. The manufacturing company is not liable for any incidental or consequential damages incurred by such circumstances.
Only valid within the United States.
Register your product at www.Gourmia.com/warranty
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