Gourmia GAF1230 - 14-Quart Digital All-in-One Air Fryer Manual

KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER

ACCESSORIES

NOTE: Always ensure the drip tray is in the bottom of the air fryer during cooking.

DISPLAY AND CONTROL PANEL

See the chart for presets that have preheat and turn reminder on by default, and those that have the option to turn the settings on and off.

DISPLAY, °F / °C, & SOUND

Below are display indicators and notifications for guided cooking prompts.

PREHEAT
Preheat is enabled.

TURN
Turn Reminder is enabled.

The air fryer is preheating.

The air fryer is preheated.

Reminder to turn or toss food.

The cook time has elapsed.

TOGGLE °F / °C

To toggle between displaying temperature in Fahrenheit and Celsius, press and hold the KEEP WARM preset.

MUTE AIR FRYER

To silence the air fryer's beeping sound, press and hold STOP / CANCEL.
Press and hold STOP / CANCEL again to turn the sound on.

NOTE: The air fryer will still beep for guided cooking prompts.

PRESETS CHART

NOTE: A check mark indicates preheat and turn reminder can be enabled or disabled by tapping PREHEAT / TURN REMINDER before tapping START.

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove and discard all packaging material, labels, and tape from the unit.
2. Thoroughly clean the accessories with hot water, dishwashing liquid, and a non-abrasive sponge. Dry all parts before use.
3. Wipe the inside and outside of the unit 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. The smell will go away after the first few uses.

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.

To avoid the risk of fire:

• NEVER place the air fryer on a gas or electric stovetop, even if the stovetop is off.
• If using parchment paper or other liner, always be sure there is food in the basket so the liner is safely secured in place.

NOTE: When spraying food for a crispier finish, we recommend using regular cooking oil instead of cooking spray, as the latter may damage the accessories.

Recommended

Oil Mister / Spray Bottle

Not Recommended

Cooking Spray

USING YOUR AIR FRYER

1. Place the air fryer on a stable, level, and heat-resistant surface.
2. Plug the air fryer into an outlet.
3. Tap the power icon to turn the air fryer on.
   
4. Tap the desired preset.
   
5. Tap the temperature controls to set the desired temperature.
   
6. Tap the time controls to set the desired cook time.
7. Tap PREHEAT / TURN REMINDER to enable or disable these settings.
   

Preheat and turn reminder are on by default for recommended presets.
PREHEAT and TURN will appear in red on the display when enabled.

8. IF PREHEAT IS ENABLED
   1. Tap START.
      (Preheat) will appear on the display and the air fryer will begin preheating. Once preheated, the air fryer will beep and Add Food (Add Food) will appear on the display.
      
      The inside of the air fryer will be hot. Do not touch hot surfaces!
   2. Open the door and carefully place food inside.
      The cook time will begin automatically.

8. IF PREHEAT IS DISABLED
   1. Open the door and carefully place food inside.
   2. Tap START.
      

IF TURN REMINDER IS ENABLED

1. Halfway through the cook time, the air fryer will beep and (Turn Food) will appear on the display.
2. Open the door, carefully remove the food, and place it on a heatresistant surface.
3. Turn or toss the food.
4. Return the food back to the air fryer to resume cooking.
   NOTE: The cook time will continue even if the food is not removed.
   When the cook time has elapsed, the air fryer will beep and (End) will appear on the display.

9. Open the door, carefully remove the food, and place it on a heat resistant surface.

Always use caution when opening the door during and after cooking - hot steam may escape!

The inside of the air fryer and the accessories will be hot. Do not touch hot surfaces!
Always be sure to use proper hand protection when handling the hot accessories and food.

STOP / CANCEL COOKING

Tap STOP / CANCEL to stop cooking. Tap START to resume cooking.
NOTE: Opening the door during cooking will stop the cooking. Closing the door will automatically resume cooking.

Tap STOP / CANCEL twice to cancel cooking.

TURN OFF AIR FRYER

Press and hold the power icon to turn off the air fryer. Unplug the air fryer from the outlet when not in use.

USING THE ROTISSERIE SPIT

1. Push the rotisserie spit through the length of the food, leaving an even amount of free space on both ends.
2. Insert the rotisserie forks as deeply as possible into both ends of the food.
3. Tighten the fork screws to secure the forks on the spit.
   

4. Insert the left side of the rotisserie spit into the rotisserie gear on the left wall of the air fryer.
5. Rest the right side of the rotisserie spit upon the hook on the right wall of the air fryer.
6. Close the door and set your desired preset, temperature, and time (see steps 4-6).
   When enabled, PREHEAT / TURN appear in red on the display. Tap PREHEAT / TURN REMINDER to disable these settinge before proceeding.
7. Tap START, then tap ROTATE.
8. When the cook time has elapsed, open the door.
9. Carefully insert the lift tool, with the hooks facing up, into the air fryer and beneath the rotisserie spit.
10. Gently lift the right side of the rotisserie spit from the hook, then free the left side from the rotisserie gear.
11. Carefully pull the rotisserie spit from the air fryer using the lift tool and place it on a heat-resistant surface.
    See . Always be sure to use the lift tool and the proper hand protection when removing the rotisserie spit.

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 60 through 63 of the Gourmia Recipe Book.
• 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.
• 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). 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).
• 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 cook fragile or filled ingredients.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

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 unit or the accessories.

• 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.
• Clean the accessories with hot water, dish soap, and a non-abrasive sponge.
• Clean the inside of the air fryer with hot water, dish soap and a cleaning brush to remove any food residue.
• Wipe the outside of the air fryer with a moist cloth.
• Ensure the air fryer and accessories are completely dry before using.

The rotisserie spit, forks, and lift tool, and air fry baskets 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 throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life; instead, hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or the appliance in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
12. 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.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
14. Extension Cord:
    1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
    2. Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
    3. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
    4. The 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 unintentionally.
15. Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in an air fryer as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
16. A fire may occur if the air air fryer is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of the appliance when in operation.
17. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.
18. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of materials other than metal or glass.
19. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturers recommended accessories, in this air fryer when not in use.
20. Do not place any of the following materials in the air fryer: paper, cardboard, plastic, and the like.
21. Do not cover tray or any part of the air fryer with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the air fryer.
22. Pressing the power icon at any time during the cooking process will shut down the unit causing the display to go dark immediately and power light to go off immediately. The fan will continue running for 40 seconds to cool down the unit.
23. Use extreme caution when removing tray or disposing of hot grease.

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: AC120V~ 60Hz 1750W