This is a user manual for the COSORI Smart 5.5-Litre Air Fryer, Model: CS158-AF.
Function Description:
The Cosori Smart 5.5-Litre Air Fryer utilizes rapid 360° air circulation technology to cook food with little-to-no oil, aiming for quick, crispy, and delicious results with up to 85% fewer calories compared to deep fryers. It features user-friendly, one-touch controls, nonstick baskets, and an intuitive, safe design. The smart functionality allows for control via the VeSync app, enabling users to manage all functions, follow in-app recipes, and more. The air fryer supports both preset cooking programs and manual air frying, with options to customize temperature and time. It includes a "Shake Reminder" for certain presets to ensure even cooking and browning. Additional features include preheating, automatic pause when baskets are removed, automatic resume when baskets are replaced, a Keep Warm function, automatic shutoff, and overheat protection.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Power Supply: AC 220-240V, 50/60Hz
- Rated Power: 1700W
- Capacity: 5.5 L / 5.8 qt (serves 3-5 people)
- Temperature Range: 75°–205°C / 170°–400°F
- Time Range: 1-60 min
- Dimensions: 36.4 x 29.9 x 32.1 cm / 14.3 x 11.8 x 12.6 in
- Weight: 5.4 kg / 11.9 lb
- Basket Material: Aluminium metal with nonstick coating, PFOA-free and BPA-free.
Usage Features:
- Control Screen: Features a digital display for temperature, time, and status messages (e.g., "READY", "((SHAKE))").
- Presets: Includes one-touch presets for common foods like Steak, Chicken, Seafood, Shrimp, Bacon, Frozen Foods, French Fries, Vegetables, Root Vegetables, Bread, and Desserts. Each preset has a default temperature and time, which can be customized.
- Preheating: Recommended before cooking for thorough results. The air fryer displays "205°C" and "5 MIN" by default for preheating, with adjustable temperature.
- Manual Air Frying: Allows users to set custom temperature (75°–205°C / 170°–400°F) and time (1-60 minutes).
- Shake Reminder: For certain presets, the air fryer beeps 5 times and "((SHAKE))" blinks to remind users to shake or flip food halfway through cooking.
- Keep Warm Function: Optionally available after cooking, with adjustable time (1-60 minutes).
- Pausing: Cooking can be paused manually via the control panel or automatically when baskets are removed. It resumes automatically when baskets are replaced.
- VeSync App Integration:
- App Configuration: Connects the air fryer to the VeSync app for smart control.
- Cosori Recipes: Access to a library of recipes from Cosori chefs, with options to cook directly from the app.
- Custom Air Frying: Allows users to set custom cooking parameters via the app.
- Creating Custom Recipes: Users can save their own recipes within the app, including details like ingredients, prep time, cook time, and servings.
- Device Settings: Manage air fryer settings, change its name, and view device information.
- Sharing Device: Allows sharing control of the air fryer with other VeSync users (family, friends).
- Cooking History: View recently used recipes.
- Firmware Upgrade: Update the air fryer's firmware via the app.
- Safety Features:
- Basket Release Button Guard: Prevents accidental pressing of the release button.
- Automatic Shutoff: Turns off after 3 minutes of inactivity.
- Overheat Protection: Automatically shuts down if the air fryer overheats.
- Hot Surfaces Warning: Emphasizes using the handle and avoiding direct contact with hot surfaces.
- Ventilation: Warns against blocking ventilation openings.
- No Oil/Liquid in Baskets: Air fryer works with hot air only; never fill baskets with oil or fat.
- Heat-Safe Containers: Always use heat-safe containers for food.
- Smoke Detection: Instructions for dark smoke (circuit problem) vs. white smoke (normal).
Maintenance Features:
- Cleaning:
- Baskets and interior should be cleaned after every use.
- Baskets are dishwasher safe or can be hand-washed with hot, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge.
- For stubborn grease, a paste of baking soda and water can be used.
- The outside and inside of the air fryer can be wiped with a moist, non-abrasive cloth.
- The heating coil should be cleaned to remove food debris if needed.
- Ensure all parts are completely dry before reuse.
- Storage: Do not place anything on top of or store anything inside the air fryer.
- Troubleshooting: Provides solutions for common issues like the air fryer not turning on, unevenly cooked food, plastic smell, and error codes.
- VeSync App Troubleshooting: Addresses connectivity issues, router configuration, and app display problems.
- Resetting the Air Fryer: Instructions for resetting the air fryer to clear custom settings and restore defaults, which can help resolve offline issues.