Instant 140-30 Vortex Plus Air Fryer User Manual

Instant 140-30 Vortex Plus Air Fryer

Product Information

• Welcome to your new InstantTM VortexTM Plus Air Fryer! This air fryer helps you cook delicious meals with less oil and less hassle.
• Designed with safety and ease of use in mind, the VortexTM Plus is a versatile kitchen appliance that you’ll love for years to come.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Unpack:
2. Remove the air fryer from the box.
3. Take out all packaging materials and accessories from inside.
4. Do not remove safety stickers or rating labels.
5. Clean before use:
6. Wipe the interior with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.
7. Wash accessories with hot water and dish soap, rinse, and dry.
8. Placement:
9. Put the VortexTM Plus on a stable, level surface away from heat sources.
10. Leave at least 5 inches of space around all sides for airflow.

FAQ

• Q: Can I put the VortexTM Plus parts in the dishwasher?
• A: No, it is recommended to hand wash the accessories with hot water and mild soap to maintain their quality.
• Q: How do I adjust the cooking time and temperature?
• A: Use the Time and Temp buttons on the control panel to adjust the cooking settings according to your recipe requirements.

Welcome

to your new Instant™ Vortex™ Plus!
This Instant™ Vortex™ Plus Air Fryer can help you cook delicious meals with less oil and less hassle. We hope you fall in love with Instant™ air frying and enjoy it in your kitchen for years to come!
Get started with your Vortex™ Plus air fryer!

Scan to Get Started!
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• Download the Instant Brands® Connect app to access 1000’s of recipe ideas.
• Visit the Instant Brands ANZ YouTube channel for how-to videos and recipe inspiration.

WARNING: Before using your new Vortex™ Plus, read all instructions, including the Safety Instructions and the Warranty. Failure to follow the safeguards and instructions may result in personal injury and/or property damage.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING

Safety Instructions
At Instant™, we want you to feel comfortable using our products. This Instant™ Air Fryer was designed with you and your safety in mind.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury/or property damage.
Read all instructions before using and only use this appliance as described in the in-box materials. Failure to follow these safeguards and instructions may result in personal injury and/or property damage and can void your warranty.
Placement

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

General Use

• DO use the appliance’s handles when opening the door/basket.
• DO use oven mitts when removing accessories.
• DO place hot accessories on a heat-resistant surface or cooking plate.
• DO NOT touch the appliance’s hot surfaces, or any accessories during or immediately after cooking because they will be hot.
• DO NOT cover the basket, cooking tray or any part of the air fryer with foil. This will cause overheating of the air fryer.
• 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 by or near children and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental 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 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 away from the air vents and take extreme caution when removing hot accessories from the appliance. Failure to do so may result in personal injury and/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.

• DO use caution when using cooking containers made of materials other than metal or glass. Failure to do so may result in personal injury, fire and/or property damage.
• DO use extreme caution when removing the basket/cooking tray or disposing of hot cooking residue.
• DO NOT use a ceramic-coated or stoneware pot (such as CorningWare® stoneware) for air frying.
• DO NOT block the vents on the air fryer. Leave at least 5 in / 13 cm of space around the air fryer when in use.
• DO NOT place the appliance on a 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 use this appliance for deep frying foods.

WARNING

• DO NOT pour oil into the cooking container. Using excess cooking oil could cause fire and result in personal injury and/or property damage.
• DO NOT use pressurized, aerosol oil sprays, since they contain chemicals that can damage the non-stick finish of the cooking basket and tray. If needed, spray food lightly with oil with a high smoke point (such as refined avocado oil, safflower oil, refined sunflower oil, refined peanut oil, canola oil and refined coconut oil) from a non-aerosol, pump-style cooking spray before placing in the basket.
• 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, allow to cool, then clean thoroughly. For further information refer to ‘Troubleshooting’.

Overfill During Cooking

• DO NOT overfill the unit when air frying. Overfilling may cause food to contact the heating element, which may result in personal injury, fire, and/or property damage. For units with an air frying basket, do not fill more than 3/4 full. For units with a cooking tray, only fill with a single layer of food and do not stack food in layers. Best air frying results require air circulating through the food.
• DO NOT allow food to contact the heating element.

Accessories

• DO use only accessories or attachments authorised by Instant Brands. The use of parts, accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of electric shock or other personal injury, fire and/or property damage.
• 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.

WARNING

• 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 other personal injury.

Power Cord
A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement or tripping. WARNING: Hot spilled food can cause serious burns.

• DO keep appliances and power cords away from children.
• DO NOT let the power cord hang over the edges of tables or counters.
• DO NOT let the power cord touch hot surfaces or open flame, including a stovetop.
• DO NOT use the below-counter power outlets.

This appliance has a 3-prong grounding plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock:

• ONLY plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.
• DO NOT remove the grounding prong on the electrical plug.
• DO NOT use with extension cords, power converters or adapters, timer switches or separate remote-control systems.

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

• To disconnect, select Cancel, then remove the plug from a 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 regularly inspect the appliance and power cord for any signs of damage or fraying.
• 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 Consumer Care by email at support.au@instantbrands.com

WARNING

• DO NOT attempt to dislodge food while the appliance is plugged into an electrical outlet, as this may cause electric shock, burns or other personal injury, and/or property damage.
• DO NOT attempt to repair, replace or modify components of the appliance, as this may cause electric shock or other personal injury, fire and/or property damage, and will void the warranty.
• For assistance, contact Consumer Care by email at support.au@instantbrands.com
• DO NOT tamper with any of the safety mechanisms, as this may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
• DO NOT immerse the power cord, plug or appliance in water or other liquid.
• DO NOT clean the appliance by rinsing it under a faucet.
• DO NOT use the appliance in electrical systems other than 220-240V~, 50-60Hz for Australia and New Zealand.

WARNING

• Failure to follow safety instructions may result in personal injury and/or property damage and may void your warranty.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

Instant™ Vortex™ Plus Air Fryer

Parts + accessories

Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Remember to recycle!
We designed this packaging with sustainability in mind. Please recycle everything that can be recycled where you live.

USING YOUR VORTEX PLUS

Control panel
We’ve designed the control panel to be simple to use and easy to read.

1. Smart Programs
   • Air Fry
   • Roast
   • Grill
   • Bake
   • Reheat
   • Dehydrate
   • Time/Temperature
   • Cooking time
   • Cooking temperature
   • Messages
2. Control Dial
   • Used to select time and temperature
3. Cancel
4. Start

INITIAL SETUP

Unpack

1. Remove your new Vortex™ Plus from the box.
2. Remove all the packaging material from in and around the air fryer.
3. Make sure to remove all the accessories from inside the cooking chamber.
4. Don’t remove the safety warning stickers or the rating label from the air fryer.

Clean before use

1. Wipe the interior with a damp cloth. Use a clean, soft cloth to dry.
2. Wash the accessories with hot water and dish soap. Rinse with warm, clear water and use a soft cloth to dry.

Placement

1. Place your Vortex™ Plus on a stable, level surface, away from combustible material and external heat sources. Do not place your Vortex™ Plus on top of another appliance.
2. Make sure to leave at least 5 in / 13 cm of space above and around all sides of the appliance to allow for sufficient airflow.

Test run
Before using your new Instant™ Vortex™ Plus for the first time, you must perform a test run to ensure everything is working correctly.

To perform a test run

1. Ensure the Vortex™ Plus is plugged into an electrical outlet.
2. Insert the cooking basket, but DO NOT add food. When the air frying basket is inserted securely, the front of the basket is flush with the front of the air fryer.
3. Select the Air Fry program.
4. Select the default cooking temperature (400°F / 205°C).
5. Select the default cooking time (15 minutes).
6. When the display shows Add Food, just remove and reinsert the cooking basket (DO NOT add any food).
7. When the display shows Turn Food, just remove it and wait 10 seconds for the program to resume.
8. The air fryer will beep, letting you know the cooking program is done.
9. Let the unit cool.

Now you’re ready to cook a meal in your Instant™ Vortex™ Plus!

Turning sound On/Off

• While in Standby mode, press and hold Time and Temp for 5 seconds.
• Audible safety alerts (beeps) cannot be turned off.

Choosing temperature unit
Choose which cooking temperature unit you would like to use, Fahrenheit or Celsius.

• While in Standby mode, press and hold Temp for 5 seconds, until the display shows either °F or °C.

Save custom settings
You can set and save custom time and temperature settings for any of the six Smart Programs.

Time

• Select the Smart Program you want to change.
• Press the Time button and use the Control Dial to change the temperature.
• Press Start to save your changes.

Temperature

1. Select the Smart Program you want to change.
2. Press the Temperature button and use the Control Dial to change the temperature.
3. Press Start to save your changes.

The next time you use that Smart Program the new temperature or time is used. Adjustments made after cooking begins are not saved.

Reset Smart Programs to original settings

Reset individual Smart Programs

• With the air fryer in Standby mode, press and hold one of the Smart Program buttons until the air fryer returns to Standby.
• The Smart Program’s cooking time and temperature are restored to the factory default setting.

Reset all Smart Programs

• With the air fryer in Standby mode, press and hold the Control Dial until the air fryer beeps.
• All Smart Program cooking times and temperatures are restored to the factory default setting.

Cancel the active cooking program
You can cancel any cooking program at any time.

• While in Standby, Preheating or active cooking program, press Cancel. Depending on the internal temperature of the unit, the fan may keep running to cool the air fryer.

COOKING
The Instant™ Vortex™ Plus uses rapid air circulation to crisp or cook food, giving your meals all the rich, crispy flavour of deep frying, with little to no oil.

WARNING

HOT SURFACES
The air fryer chamber will be hot during and after cooking. Always exercise extreme caution when removing food from the hot air frying basket and cooking chamber. Touching hot surfaces may result in personal injury, and/or property damage.
MUST ALLOW AIRFLOW
To prevent personal injury, DO NOT block air intake or air vents.

Prep
Cut, chop, season, marinate or batter your ingredients according to your recipe.
Cook

1. Place your food into the air frying basket, according to your recipe.

2. Insert the air frying basket into the air fryer.
   When the air frying basket is inserted securely, the front of the basket is flush with the front of the air fryer.
   When using the Reheat program, you should add food at this point.

3. Press one of the Smart Program (Air Fry, Roast, etc.) buttons on the control panel.

4. Press Temp and Time to adjust the temperature and cooking time.

5. Press Start to begin. The display shows Preheating to indicate that the cooking program has started.

Add food

1. When the air fryer reaches the target temperature, the display shows Add Food. When using the Reheat program, the air fryer does not prompt you to add food.
2. Remove the basket, and carefully insert your food into the basket.
3. Reinsert the air frying basket into the air fryer and the cooking countdown timer starts.

Turn

1. Part way through the cooking cycle the display shows Turn Food.
   If you do not remove the basket after Turn Food displays, cooking will proceed after 10 seconds.

2. Remove the air fryer basket from the air fryer and carefully turn, flip, or rotate your food.

3. Insert the air frying basket into the air fryer. Cooking continues.

Finish

• When the Smart Program completes, the lid beeps, and the display shows End.
• The air fryer beeps after 5 minutes, 20 minutes, and 60 minutes to remind you that cooking has completed.

SMART PROGRAMS

Air Fry
You can air fry foods like fries, cauliflower bites, wings, nuggets and more.

To air fry

• Follow the basic instructions for Cooking.
• Select “Air Fry” as the Smart Program.

Roast
You can roast foods like beef, lamb, pork, poultry, vegetables and potatoes, for a deliciously tender inside and browned outside.

To roast

• Follow the basic instructions for Cooking.
• Select “Roast” as the Smart Program.

Bake
You can bake foods like breads, cakes, chicken breasts or potatoes, using your Instant™ Air Fryer instead of heating up your regular oven.

What to cook in

• For soft foods (like bread dough), liquid-based foods (like cake batter) and foods that may drip during cooking (like chicken breasts), use a metal or glass baking dish. Leave approximately 1 in/ 2.5 cm of space around all sides of the baking dish to allow heat to circulate evenly.
• For solid foods (like potatoes), use the cooking tray.

To bake

• Follow the basic instructions for Cooking.
• Select “Bake” as the Smart Program.
• There is no need to turn the food partway through cooking.
• Leave approximately 1 in / 2.5 cm of space around all sides of the baking dish to allow heat to circulate evenly.

Grill
Grilling cooks using direct top-down heating, perfect for melting cheese on French onion soup, and nachos.

(00:06)

| 1 minute

(00:01)

| 40 minutes

(00:40)

To grill

• Follow the basic instructions for Cooking.
• Select “Grill” as the Smart Program.
• There is no need to turn the food partway through cooking.

Dehydrate
Dehydrating uses low heat over a long time to safely dry out food items, like dried fruit, jerky and dried veggies.

(08:00)

| 1 hour

(01:00)

| 72 hours

(72:00)

To dehydrate

• Follow the basic instructions for Cooking.
• Select “Dehydrate” as the Smart Program.
• There is no need to turn the food partway through cooking.

Reheat
Bring the crisp and crunch back to leftover fries, pizza and stale bread, in just a few minutes.

(00:10)

| 1 minute

(00:01)

| 1 hour

(01:00)

To reheat

• Follow the basic instructions for Cooking.
• Select “Reheat” as the Smart Program.
• Once this Smart Cooking function starts, the display will show the target temperature and cooking time immediately, there’s no preheating time.

CLEANING

• Clean your Instant™ Vortex™ Plus after each use.
• Always unplug the unit and let all parts cool to room temperature before cleaning.
• Before use or storing, make sure all surfaces are dry.

WARNING

• DO NOT immerse the power cord, plug or appliance in water or other liquid, which may result in electric shock.

•   The cooking tray has a non-stick coating. Avoid using abrasive cleaners or metal utensils when cleaning.

Removable air fryer basket| •   Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.

•   Allow the basket to air dry completely before reinstalling, otherwise the glass may experience clouding.

Cooking chamber| •   Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.

•   Always check the heating coil and cooking chamber walls for oil spatter and food debris, and clean as needed.

•   Ensure the heating coil is dry before turning on the air fryer.

•   To remove baked-on grease and food residue from the cooking chamber, spray with a mixture of baking soda and vinegar and wipe clean with a damp cloth. For stubborn stains, allow the mixture to sit on the affected area for several minutes before scrubbing clean.

Power cord| •   Clean with a soft, damp cloth or sponge. Wipe dry.

Some discolouration may occur after machine washing, but this will not affect the air fryer’s safety or performance.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Make sure the power cord is plugged into the outlet firmly.
The outlet is not powered.| •   Plug another appliance into the same outlet to test the circuit.
The air fryer basket is open.| •   Make sure the door is fully closed.
Black smoke is coming from the air fryer| Using an oil with a low smoke point.| •   Cancel the Smart Program, unplug the air fryer and allow it to cool to room temperature.

•   Choose a neutral oil with a high smoke point, such as Canola, Avocado, Soybean, Safflower, or Rice Bran.

Food residue on the heating coil, in the cooking chamber or on the accessories.| •   Cancel the Smart Program, unplug the air fryer and allow it to cool to room temperature.

•   Remove all accessories from the cooking chamber and clean the cooking chamber and all accessories thoroughly.

Appliance malfunction.| •   Contact Consumer Care.
White smoke is coming from the air fryer| Cooking foods with high-fat content, such as bacon, sausage, and hamburger.| •   Avoid air frying foods with a high fat content. Check the cooking chamber for excess oil and/or fat and carefully remove as needed before air frying.
Water is vaporising, producing thick steam.| •   Pat dry moist food ingredients before air frying.

•   Do not add water or other liquid to the cooking chamber when air frying.

Seasoning on food has blown into element| •   Be mindful when seasoning food. Spray vegetables and meats with oil before seasoning to help the seasoning stick.

ERROR CODES
If the control panel displays an error code from this list, there is an issue with the Vortex™ Plus. Here are the actions you should take to fix the problem.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

• We offer genuine replacement parts for your Vortex™ Plus Air Fryer, if you need visit www.instantbrands.com.au to order.

Replacement parts are sold separately and subject to availability.

LEARN MORE

There’s a whole world of Instant™ information and help just waiting for you. Here are some of the most helpful resources.
Register your product
instantbrands.com.au/pages/product- registration
Contact Consumer Care

• instantbrands.com.au
• support.au@instantbrands.com
• 1800 251 643 or +61 2 9317 1000

Download the Instant Brands Connect App

• Recipes
• New User Tips
• Getting Started Videos

Join the community

• @Instant.anz
• @Instantanz

Product Specifications

5.7 Litres

| 1450 – 1700 W| 220-240V~,

50-60Hz

WARRANTY

Limited Warranty
This Limited Warranty is issued by Instant Brands (Australia) Pty Ltd (Instant Brands Australia) and is effective for one year from the date of original consumer purchase. Proof of the original purchase date and return of your appliance is required to obtain service under this Limited. Return of your appliance to us will be done per our instructions only. Provided that this appliance is operated and maintained per written operating instructions attached to or furnished with the appliance or published operating instructions on www.instantbrands.com.au, Instant Brands Australia will, in its sole and exclusive discretion, either: (i) repair defects in materials or workmanship; or (ii) replace the appliance. If your appliance is replaced, the Limited Warranty on the replacement appliance will expire 12 months from the date of the original consumer purchase.
We remind you the appliance you purchased is for personal use only (not commercial use).
Any modification/alteration or attempted modification/alteration to your appliance will void this Limited Warranty unless such modification/alteration or attempted modification/alteration was expressly authorised by an Instant Brands Australia Representative in writing.
This Limited Warranty only covers Instant Brands Australia’s appliances/products and is not extended to any other appliances, products, equipment, components, or devices that you use or may use in conjunction with Instant Brands Australia’s appliances.
To claim under this Limited Warranty:

1. Contact Instant Brands Australia at:
   Sydney Corporate Park
   Level 1, 182-184 Bourke Road, Alexandria, NSW 2015
   Email: support.au@instantbrands.com

2. Provide a description of the appliance you believe has malfunctioned due to defective parts or workmanship.

3. If it is necessary for the appliance to be sent to Instant Brands Australia for repair or replacement, Instant Brands Australia will send you a pre-paid shipping label and you must send the appliance and your dated sales receipt to Instant Brands Australia along with the appliance. If you do not have your dated sales receipt, please advise Instant Brands Australia in advance, and Instant Brands Australia will attempt to verify your purchase.

4. If Instant Brands Australia determines that the appliance has malfunctioned due to defective parts or workmanship, and is covered under this Limited Warranty, Instant Brands Australia will repair and return the appliance, or send you a replacement appliance, at Instant Brands Australia’s cost.

5. Any repaired or replaced appliance will be covered by this Limited Warranty for the remainder
   of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days following your receipt of the replacement or repaired appliance, whichever is greater.

6. If Instant Brands Australia confirms the appliance has not malfunctioned due to defective parts
   or workmanship, and/or is in working order, or if proof of purchase is not verified, Instant Brands Australia reserves the right to return the appliance to you at your pre-paid cost. If this cost is not met, Instant Brands Australia reserves the right to dispose of the appliance after 45 days’ notice to you.

Limitation and Exclusions
To the maximum extent permitted by law, the maximum liability of Instant Brands Australia, if any, for any allegedly defective appliance or part shall in no circumstances exceed the purchase price of a comparable replacement appliance or part of the same age.
This Limited Warranty does not cover

1. Damage resulting from accident, modification/alteration (unless expressly authorised by an Instant Brands Australia Representative in writing), misuse, abuse, neglect, unreasonable use, use contrary to the written operating instructions attached to or furnished with the appliance or published operating instructions on instantbrands.com.au, normal wear and tear, commercial use,
   improper assembly by you or anyone, disassembly by you or anyone, repair by you or anyone, failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance, force majeure event including but not limited to fire, flood, acts of God;

2. Repairs where your appliance is used for other than normal, personal use or when it is used in a manner that is contrary to the written operating instructions attached to or furnished with the appliance or published operating instructions on instantbrands.com.au; or

3. Use of unauthorised parts and accessories, or repairs to parts and systems resulting from unauthorised repairs or modifications/alterations made to your appliance.

The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by you. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

CONTACT

• Distributed by Instant Brands (Australia) Pty Ltd. Sydney Corporate Park
• Level 1, 182-184 Bourke Road, Alexandria, NSW 2015. 1800 251 643 or +61 2 9317 1000.
• Email: support.au@instantbrands.com

©2024 Instant Brands (Australia) Pty Ltd.

• Sydney Corporate Park
• Level 1, 182-184 Bourke Road, Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia.
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• © 2024 Instant Brands LLC.
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