Gourmia GTF7698 XL Digital Counter Top Oven with Air Fry User Manual

Gourmia GTF7698 XL Digital Counter Top Oven with Air Fry

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: GTF7698
• Product Name: XL Digital Countertop Oven with Air Fry
• Manufacturer: The Steelstone Group
• Art Number: 4234400
• Usage: Household

Product Usage Instructions

Before First Use
Ensure the appliance is fully assembled and placed on a stable, level, and heat-resistant surface. Check that the area is clean and dry before plugging the appliance into a wall outlet.

Know Your Oven
Familiarize yourself with the different components of the oven including accessories, control panel, display, and sounds. Refer to the user manual for detailed information.

How to Cook with Temp & Time
Set the desired temperature and cooking time using the control panel. Follow recommended cooking times for different dishes as provided in the user manual.

Stop / Cancel Cooking
To stop or cancel cooking, press the designated button on the control panel. The appliance will cease operation.

Cleaning & Maintenance
After each use, ensure the appliance has cooled down before cleaning. Follow the cleaning instructions provided in the manual to maintain the oven in good condition.

Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues with the oven’s performance, refer to the troubleshooting section in the user manual. Contact customer service if problems persist.

FAQ

• Q: Can children use this appliance?
  A: This appliance is not intended for use by children unless they are supervised by an adult. Cleaning and maintenance should also not be done by children.

• Q: What should I do if the appliance is damaged?
  A: If the plug, main cord, or appliance itself is damaged or malfunctioning, do not use the appliance. Return it to an authorized service facility for examination and repair.

• Q: How should I clean the appliance?
  A: Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning. Use a damp cloth to wipe the exterior and removable parts. Refer to the cleaning instructions in the manual for detailed guidance.

Congratulations on the purchase of your Digital Air Fryer Oven from Gourmia!
Here at Gourmia, our one and only goal is to make sure nutritious and delicious meals are always a practical possibility no matter how fast-paced your life is. Whether you’re in need of a hearty breakfast, a mid-day snack, or a satisfying supper, our dependable, easy-to-use appliances are designed to work for you while you work your way through your busy day.
This manual provides an overview and instructions on all the oven’s functions and features, along with directions for assembling, operating, cleaning, and maintaining your appliance. Please read all safety instructions before getting started. Keep this manual handy for future use and review.
Our team is available to help with any and every question you might have about your new oven. We’re excited for you and want you to get the most out of your purchase—so whether you need assistance with setup or guidance on which features to enable for which foods, we’re happy to walk you through it, step by step.
Happy and easy cooking!
We’d love to hear about the delicious dishes you’re creating! Share your thoughts, recipes, and photos with us.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Read all instructions before using the electric appliance. For household use only.
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 by or 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 older than 8 and supervised.
3. Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local main voltage before you connect the appliance.
4. Always ensure the appliance is fully assembled before plugging it into a wall outlet and turning it on.
5. Do not use the appliance if the plug, main cord, or appliance itself is damaged or has malfunctioned. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
6. Never connect this appliance to an external remote-control system or timer to avoid a hazardous situation.
7. Do not use an outlet below the countertop’s surface. The cord should always be behind and away from the appliance.
8. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the counter or table, nor let it touch hot surfaces.
9. Do not plug in the appliance or operate the controls with wet hands.
10. Always ensure the plug is inserted into the outlet properly.
11. Do not leave the appliance unattended when plugged in.
12. Place the appliance on a stable, level, and heat-resistant surface. Ensure that the area is clean and dry. NEVER place the appliance on or near gas or electric burners and ovens even if the burner or oven is turned off.
13. 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.
14. Do not place anything on top of the appliance when in use.
15. A fire may occur if the oven is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, tablecloths, walls, and the like, when in operation. Do not place the oven on or near combustible materials.
16. To avoid overheating or the risk of fire: NEVER cover the crumb tray or the oven walls with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
17. You may use foil or parchment paper as a liner on the baking pan. However, cut the liner so it is fitted to the exact size of the baking pan and is not raised above or hanging below the pan, to ensure the liner is not close to the heating elements.
18. NEVER leave the liner on the baking pan during preheating and cooking, unless there is food on the liner to weigh it down and keep it safely secured in place.
19. 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.
20. Do not place any of the following materials in the oven: paper (other than parchment paper), cardboard, plastic, and the like. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of anything other than metal or glass.
21. Oversized foods or metal utensils must not be inserted into the toaster oven, as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
22. During cooking, hot steam is released through the air vents. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the steam and from the air vents. Be careful of hot steam when you open the doors of the appliance.
23. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and protective equipment to avoid burns. Use extreme caution when removing
24. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
25. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of materials other than metal or glass.
26. Immediately unplug the appliance if you see dark smoke coming from the appliance.
27. After using the appliance, avoid contact with the hot metal inside.
28. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to ″off″, then remove plug from wall outlet.
29. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning.
30. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or appliance in water or other liquid.
31. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
32. Do not store any materials other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories in this oven when not in use.
33. Do not use outdoors.
34. Do not use in moving vehicles or boats.
35. For household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Cord and Plug Safety

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
3. If an extension cord is used:
   • The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least equal to the electrical rating of the appliance.
   • 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 appliance 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: AC120V~ 60Hz 1700W

Before First Use

1. Remove and discard all packaging material, labels, and tape from the oven.
2. Thoroughly clean air fry basket, oven rack, baking pan, and crumb tray with hot water, dishwashing liquid, and a non-abrasive sponge. Dry all parts before use.
3. Wipe the inside and outside of the oven with a moist cloth.

WARNING: DO NOT place the oven 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 oven.

To avoid the risk of fire:
DO NOT place anything on top of the oven.
NEVER cover the crumb tray or the oven walls with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
You may use foil or parchment paper as a liner on the baking pan, however:

• Cut the liner so it is fitted to the exact size of the baking pan and is not raised above or hanging below the pan, to ensure the liner is not close to the heating elements.
• NEVER leave the liner on the baking pan during preheating and cooking, unless there is food on the liner to weigh it down and keep it safely secured in place.

When cooking greasy or drippy foods, use the baking pan instead of the air fry basket.
ALWAYS use CAUTION when opening the doors; hot steam may escape!
The oven, accessories and food will be hot! DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Use oven mitts when inserting or removing food from the oven.

Using Oil
When spraying food for a crispier finish, we recommend using cooking oil instead of cooking spray, as the latter may damage the accessories and reduce the life of the appliance.
The oven may produce smoke if you use oil and cook food at a hotter setting than what is recommended.

NEVER spray the heating elements or oven walls with oil.

Know Your Oven

NOTE: Always ensure the crumb tray is in the bottom of the oven during cooking.

Control Panel, Display & Sounds

Set Up Your Oven

1. Place the oven on a stable, level, and heat-resistant surface.
2. Place the crumb tray in the bottom of the oven.
3. Plug the oven into an outlet. The display will show On (On).

How To Cook With Temp & Time

1. Tap the desired preset.
   See the PRESET CHART on pages 11-15 to see if preheat is active for each preset, and to see each presets’ settings, convection options, and which accessory and position to use.

2. Tap TEMP / SHADE.

3. Use the control knob to adjust the temperature or to adjust shade for the TOAST and BAGEL presets.

4. Tap TIME / SLICES.

5. Use the control knob to adjust the cook time or to adjust number of slices for the TOAST and BAGEL presets.
   For presets with no preheating: Place food into the oven and tap START / STOP to begin. Skip steps 6-7.

6. Tap START / STOP to begin preheating the oven. The display will show PREHEATING. Once preheated, the oven will beep, and the display will show Add Food (Add Food).
   NOTE: The air fryer fan icon animates when using air fry presets. The convection fan icon will animate when convection is enabled.

7. Open the doors, carefully place food into the oven, and close the doors. The cook time will begin automatically. When the cook time has elapsed, the oven will beep, and the display will show End (end).

8. Open the doors. Carefully remove the food and place it on a heat-resistant surface.

Stop / Cancel Cooking

• Tap START / STOP to stop cooking.
• Tap START / STOP within three seconds to resume cooking. If START / STOP is not pressed within three seconds, cooking will cancel.

Preset Chart

How To Cook With The Probe

1. Insert the probe into the jack on the right side of the oven. PROBE will appear on the left side of target temperature.
   NOTE: The Bacon, Fries, Toast, Bagel, Popcorn, and Dehydrate presets, along with the Dual Cook function, are disabled when cooking with the probe.

2. Tap the desired preset.

3. Tap TEMP / SHADE then rotate the control knob to set the oven temperature.

4. Tap TIME / SLICES. The display will show TARGET and the target temperature. Set desired doneness by rotating the control knob.
   See DONENESS CHART on page 17 for a guide to setting desired doneness.
   For presets with no preheating: insert the probe into the food and place food into the oven. Close the doors and tap START / STOP to begin. Skip steps 5-7.
   See HOW TO PLACE THE PROBE on page 17 for instructions and tips.

5. Tap START / STOP to begin preheating the oven. The display will show PREHEATING.

6. Insert the probe into the food.

7. When preheating is finished, the oven will beep, and the display will show Add Food (Add Food). Place food inside the oven and close the doors. The cook time will begin automatically.
   NOTE: To change the cooking temperature mid-cooking, tap TEMP / SHADE, the display will show the cooking temperature, then rotate the control knob.
   To change the target temperature mid-cooking, tap TIME / SLICES and rotate the control knob.
   The display will show the live internal temperature of your food.
   When desired internal temperature is reached, the oven will beep, and the display will show End (End).

8. Open the doors, carefully remove the food, and place it on a heat resistant surface. Let the food rest for at least five minutes.
   NOTE: For food to reach desired doneness, it must rest away from a heat source for at least five minutes. This is known as “carry-over” cooking.

9. Remove the probe after food reaches desired internal temperature. NOTE: After cleaning the probe, wrap the cord around the magnetic probe storage and stick the magnetic probe storage to either side of the oven.

How To Place The Probe

• Insert the probe horizontally into the thickest part of the food.
  NOTE: The thickest part of the food may not be the center. It is important that the probe’s end be positioned properly for the desired result.

• Ensure the top of the probe is inserted straight into the center of the food, not angled toward the bottom or top of it.

• The probe should be close to (but not touching) the bone and should be away from any fat or gristle.

• DO NOT use the probe for frozen proteins or for cuts of meat 1 inch thick or thinner.

Doneness Chart
Below are the target temperatures settings to reach desired doneness.

• Internal food temperature continues to rise as food rests. This is known as “carry-over cooking,” which occurs when food rests for at least five minutes after being removed from the heat.

How To Use Dual Cook

For recipes that require two cooking modes, Dual Cook will switch from one preset and temperature to another preset and temperature automatically. Follow the steps below to use Dual Cook.

1. Tap DUAL COOK to select the first preset. DUAL COOK and 1, indicating the first preset, will turn blue.
   NOTE: The Toast, Bagel, and Popcorn presets will be disabled when using Dual Cook.

2. Tap the desired preset.

3. Adjust TEMP and TIME to your preference.

4. Tap DUAL COOK to select your second preset. 2, indicating the second preset, will turn blue.

5. Adjust TEMP and TIME to your preference.

6. When settings are final, press START / STOP to start preheating the oven. The display will show PREHEATING.
   For presets with no preheating: Place food into the oven and press START / STOP to begin cooking. Skip steps 7-8.

7. Once preheating is finished, the oven will beep, and the display will show Add Food (Add Food).

8. Open the door, carefully place food into the oven, and close the door. The cook time will automatically begin and the first preset will turn blue. When cook time for the first preset has elapsed, the oven will automatically switch presets and temperatures. The second preset will turn blue. When the cook time has elapsed, the oven will beep, and the display will show End (End).

9. Open the door. Carefully remove the food and place it on a heat-resistant surface.

How to Use Popcorn Preset

1. Tap POPCORN.

2. Tap START.

3. The display will show PREHEATING and the oven will begin preheating.

4. Pour 1/2 a cup of popcorn kernels into the baking pan.

5. Turn the air fry basket upside down and place it on top of the baking pan. Once preheated, the oven will beep and the display will show Add Food (Add Food).

6. Open the doors, carefully insert the baking pan along with the upside down air fry basket into the bottom rack position, and close the doors.
   The cook time will begin automatically. When the cook time has elapsed, the oven will beep and the display will show End (End).

7. Before opening the doors, let sit one to two minutes until popping has stopped. Carefully remove the popcorn and place it on a heat- resistant surface.

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.

• Spread food out in single layer in; do not overcrowd.
• When following instructions on item packaging or a standard recipe, reduce the cooking temperature by 25°F, 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.

Convection Tips

See the PRESET CHART on pages 11-15 to see each presets’ convection options.

• Foods that are covered benefit from the convection’s even heat and will cook faster without any moisture loss.
• The high-temperature air circulation produces roasted foods that are golden brown on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside.
• Even cooking means that you can use more than one rack and you do not have to turn foods or rotate baking trays.

Below are foods that benefit from the convection setting and when to use it:

for melting cheese, for browning the top of casseroles

• Pizza:
  • Use the lower rack positions and check often so the cheese does not burn.
  • Start with no convection then turn on convection for the last few minutes to brown cheese.
• Not recommended for:
  • Custards and flans, souffles, cakes, quickbreads, breads
• Additional tips:
  • Make sure air can circulate around food and pans.
  • Use trays, roasting pans, and baking pans with lower sides.
  • Do not cover the oven shelves with foil.

Cleaning and Maintenance

WARNING: NEVER immerse cord, plug, or oven in water or any other liquid.
Unplug the appliance and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
Do not use metal kitchen utensils or abrasive cleaning material to clean the unit or the accessories.

Cleaning

• Clean and dry the appliance and accessories after each use.
• Clean the accessories with hot water, mild liquid soap, and a non-abrasive sponge.
• Clean the probe with a damp cloth or non-abrasive sponge.
• Wipe the inside and outside of the oven with a damp cloth or non-abrasive sponge.
• The air fry basket, oven rack, and baking pan are top-rack dishwasher safe.

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 so will help to preserve the environment.

Guarentee and Service
If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit www.gourmia.com or contact your distributor.

Troubleshooting

Raise temperature and continue cooking.
Food is not browned evenly| Turn over food halfway through cooking process
Cook similar sized foods together
White smoke is coming out of the oven| Clean the oven and accessories after each use to remove greasy residue

Warranty and Service

This Limited Warranty is for one full year from the date of purchase and requires proof of purchase from an authorized seller. It applies 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. If 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.
Register your product at www.gourmia.com/warranty

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