The GoWISE USA Electric Air Fryer is a versatile kitchen appliance designed for household use, offering a healthier way to cook a variety of foods with little to no oil. This user manual provides comprehensive instructions for its setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, ensuring a safe and efficient cooking experience.
Function Description:
The GoWISE USA Electric Air Fryer utilizes rapid air circulation technology to cook food, providing a crispy texture similar to deep-frying but with significantly less oil. It features a full touchscreen display with one-touch cooking functions, making it easy to select and adjust settings for various dishes. The appliance is designed to air fry, roast, broil, dehydrate, grill, bake, reheat, and keep food warm. Each function comes with default time and temperature settings, which are fully adjustable to suit specific cooking needs. The "Keep Warm" function can be added to most cooking cycles to maintain food temperature after cooking is complete. The air fryer is intended for household use only and is not suitable for commercial or semi-professional environments.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Model Numbers: GW22954, GW22955, GW22956, GW22957
- Voltage: 120V, 60Hz
- Watts: 1700W
- Capacity: 7 Quarts (Qt)
- Temperature Range: 90°F - 400°F
- Time Adjustments:
- Most functions: 1-60 minutes in 1-minute increments.
- Dehydrate function: 2-24 hours in 30-minute increments.
- Temperature Adjustments:
- Most functions: 180°F - 400°F in 5-degree increments.
- Dehydrate function: 90°F - 170°F in 5-degree increments.
- Control Display: LCD touchscreen with heating and fan indicators.
- Accessories: Includes 3 stackable mesh racks for enhanced cooking versatility.
Usage Features:
The air fryer is designed for intuitive operation. Before first use, it's essential to remove all packaging, clean the basket, crisper tray, and accessories, and then run the unit at 350°F for 5 minutes to burn off any manufacturing residue.
To use the air fryer:
- Placement: Place the unit on a flat, even, stable, and non-heat-resistant surface, ensuring at least five inches of free space around it. Do not place it on stovetop surfaces or near combustible materials.
- Preparation: Insert the crisper tray into the fry basket and add ingredients. Do not overfill the basket or fill it with oil or any other liquid.
- Power On: Slide the basket into the appliance. The power button on the LCD display will illuminate.
- Function Selection: Press the power button, then select a cooking function by pressing its icon. Alternatively, you can adjust time and temperature from the default screen (370°F for 15 minutes) without selecting a specific function.
- Adjust Settings: Use the UP and DOWN arrows to adjust time and temperature as needed. Holding the arrows down allows for quicker adjustments.
- Start Cooking: Press the power button again to start the cooking cycle. The heating and fan icons will illuminate.
- Mid-Cycle Adjustments/Shaking: To make changes or shake ingredients for even cooking, press the power button to pause. The fan will continue, but heating will stop. After making adjustments or shaking, slide the basket back in and press the power button to resume. The unit retains settings for up to 2 hours if power is interrupted.
- Completion: The timer will beep five times when the cooking cycle is done, and the display will show "OFF." The fan will continue to run for about 20 seconds to cool down the unit. If the "Keep Warm" function was selected, the unit will automatically switch to its default settings (180°F for 30 minutes).
- Turning Off: To turn off the unit before the cycle ends, hold the power button for 3 seconds.
- Removing Food: Carefully slide the basket out and place it on a pot holder. Use silicone-tipped, non-abrasive tongs or carefully pour ingredients onto a plate to avoid scratching the ceramic coating of the basket and crisper tray.
The manual includes a detailed cooking guide with recommended times and temperatures for various foods like potatoes, fries, meat, poultry, snacks, and baked goods. It also provides an internal temperature chart for cooked meats, adhering to USDA Food Safety Standards. Tips for optimal cooking results include shaking smaller ingredients, adding a small amount of oil to fresh potatoes for crispiness, and using baking pans for batters.
Maintenance Features:
Regular cleaning is crucial for maintaining the air fryer's performance and longevity.
- Unplug and Cool: Always unplug the fryer and allow it to cool down completely (at least 30 minutes) before handling or cleaning.
- Exterior Cleaning: Wipe the outside of the fryer with a damp cloth.
- Basket and Crisper Tray Cleaning: Wash the basket, crisper tray, and accessories with hot water, soap, and a non-abrasive sponge. For stubborn food residue, use a degreasing liquid soap or soak the components in hot water.
- Interior Cleaning: Clean the inside of the appliance with a lightly dampened, non-abrasive sponge or cloth. Be careful not to get the interior too wet, and never submerge the appliance in water.
- Heating Element Cleaning: Use a cleaning brush to scrub the heating element and remove any food debris.
Important Safeguards and Tips:
The manual emphasizes several critical safety precautions, including:
- Reading the entire manual before operation.
- Keeping the power cord away from hot surfaces and not immersing electrical parts in water.
- Not operating the appliance with wet hands or if the plug/cord is damaged.
- Ensuring proper ventilation by leaving at least five inches of free space around the appliance.
- Not covering or blocking air inlets/outlets during operation.
- Being cautious of hot steam and air when removing the basket.
- Immediately unplugging the appliance if dark smoke appears and waiting for it to stop before removing the basket.
- Ensuring the appliance is placed on a horizontal, stable, noncombustible surface.
- Not overfilling the basket and never filling it with oil to prevent fire hazards.
- Being aware that the base vents heat during cooking, and artificial stone countertops may require protection (e.g., a silicone pad).
Warranty and Support:
GoWISE USA offers a one-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of purchase. This warranty covers replacement for eligible manufacturer flaws. Refunds are only available for purchases made directly from GoWISE USA within the first 30 days. The warranty is non-transferable and excludes damages from user negligence, abuse, or non-compliant use. An additional 60-day warranty can be obtained by registering the product online within 14 days of purchase. Customer support is available via phone, email, and live chat for troubleshooting, parts orders, and warranty claims. The manual also lists authorized retailers.