The GoWISE USA Air Fryer Oven Grill Ultimate (Model No.: GW44805) is a versatile kitchen appliance designed for household use, combining the functions of an air fryer, oven, and grill. This multi-functional unit allows users to prepare a wide variety of meals with ease, offering both preset cooking programs and manual control over time and temperature. The appliance is designed to simplify cooking processes while ensuring food is cooked thoroughly and to a golden-yellow color.
Function Description
The GoWISE USA Air Fryer Oven Grill Ultimate serves as a comprehensive cooking solution, capable of air frying, baking, broiling, grilling, toasting, and dehydrating. Its primary function is to cook food using rapid air circulation, which helps achieve crispy results with little to no oil, making it a healthier alternative to traditional deep frying. The unit features dual heating elements (top and bottom) that can be used individually or together, providing flexibility for different cooking needs. The top heating element delivers 1200 watts, while the bottom element provides 500 watts, totaling 1700 watts for efficient cooking.
The appliance includes 11 preset cooking programs for common dishes such as fries, wings, fish, whole chicken, frozen pizza, kebab, broil, grill, bake, toast, and dehydrate. These presets are designed to take the guesswork out of cooking, automatically setting optimal temperatures and times. For more customized cooking, a manual mode allows users to precisely adjust time and temperature settings. The temperature range for most functions is 120°F to 450°F, with the dehydrate function operating at 130°F. Cooking times can be set from 1 to 60 minutes, with the dehydrate function extending up to 8 hours.
A notable feature is the rotisserie function, specifically designed for roasting whole chickens or kebabs. When the "CHICKEN" preset is selected, the rotisserie function automatically activates, ensuring even cooking and browning. For rotisserie cooking, only the top heating element is used by default to prevent smoke from juices and fat dripping onto the bottom element.
The unit also incorporates a "PRE-HEAT" function, which allows the oven to reach the desired temperature before food is inserted, ensuring more consistent cooking results. Once pre-heated, the unit beeps to alert the user to add food, and the cooking timer begins after the oven door is closed. Additionally, a "KEEP WARM" function maintains food at 150°F for up to 30 minutes after cooking is complete, with periodic beeps to remind the user that the mode is active.
Usage Features
Operating the GoWISE USA Air Fryer Oven Grill Ultimate is intuitive, thanks to its digital control display and user-friendly buttons. Upon plugging in, the display lights flash once with a chime/beep. Pressing the POWER button activates the standby mode, and the unit automatically shuts down after 60 seconds of inactivity. Cooking can be initiated by pressing either the MENU button to select a preset or the MANUAL button for custom settings.
The control panel includes dedicated buttons for MENU, ROTISSERIE, MANUAL, LIGHT, KEEP WARM, PRE-HEAT, and HEATING ELEMENTS. The LIGHT button controls the internal cooking light, allowing users to monitor food progress without opening the oven door. The HEATING ELEMENTS button offers options for top-only, bottom-only, or both heating elements, providing precise control over heat distribution. TEMP and TIME buttons, along with UP & DOWN arrows, enable easy adjustment of cooking parameters. The START/PAUSE button initiates or temporarily halts the cooking process, while the POWER button turns the unit on and off.
The appliance comes with a variety of accessories to support its diverse functions. These include a rotisserie tong, rotisserie rod and forks, rotisserie cage, rotisserie skewers, shallow mesh basket, wire rack, two mesh trays, grill tray, drip pan, and tongs. The drip pan should always be placed at the bottom of the internal heating compartment to catch oils and juices, especially when grilling. The grill tray is designed to fit directly onto the bottom heating element, with grooves to ensure it lays flat. Mesh racks are ideal for dehydration and crispy snacks, while wire racks are best for holding baking trays.
For rotisserie cooking, the rotisserie rod, forks, cage, and skewers share a single rod. When trussing a whole chicken for rotisserie, it is important to select a chicken weighing no more than 5 lbs and to secure it properly with butcher's twine. The rotisserie rod is then inserted through the chicken, secured with forks, and placed into the rotisserie socket and slot inside the oven. Caution is advised when handling hot rotisserie components, and oven mitts should always be used.
The oven door has two open positions: halfway and fully open. This design prevents accidental slamming and provides a controlled opening mechanism. The unit will only begin heating once the oven door is completely closed. If the door is opened during cooking, heating and the fan will automatically stop until the door is closed again. If the door remains open for 6 minutes, the unit will shut down.
Maintenance Features
Proper maintenance is crucial for the longevity and safe operation of the GoWISE USA Air Fryer Oven Grill Ultimate. The unit should be cleaned after every use. Before cleaning, it is essential to unplug the appliance and allow it to cool down completely to a safe temperature, which typically takes about 30 minutes.
The exterior of the unit can be wiped with a damp cloth. All accessories, including the drip pan, trays, and rotisserie components, should be hand washed with hot water, soap, and a non-abrasive sponge. For stubborn food residue, a degreasing liquid soap can be used, or the accessories can be soaked in hot water. The internal heating compartment should be cleaned with a lightly dampened non-abrasive sponge or cloth, but the main unit housing should never be submerged in water due to its electrical components. The heating element can be scrubbed with a cleaning brush to remove any food debris.
The appliance is equipped with important safety features. It has an overheating protection system that activates and shuts down the unit if the inner temperature control system fails. In such an event, the power cord should be unplugged, and the unit allowed to cool before restarting. An automatic shut-off device turns off the unit when the timer reaches zero, with the fan continuing to run for about 20 seconds to cool down the unit. Users can also manually turn off the appliance by pressing the power button.
To prevent potential hazards, the unit should always be placed on a horizontal, level, stable, and non-combustible surface, at least five inches away from walls or other appliances, and clear of curtains, fabrics, or cloths. It is important to note that the unit constantly emits heat through its air vents, so it must be placed on a heat-resistant surface. Using a silicone pad or non-artificial tile is recommended to protect countertops from heat damage. The air intake and outlet vents should never be covered or blocked during operation, as this can lead to uneven cooking, damage, or overheating.
The power cord should be kept away from hot surfaces, and the appliance should never be operated with a damaged plug, power cord, or unit. It is not intended for use with external timer switches, separate remote control systems, or extension cords. The appliance is designed for normal household use and not for commercial or retail environments. If the unit emits black smoke, it should be unplugged immediately, and users should wait for the smoking to stop before removing oven contents. Always use oven mitts when handling hot components and contents to prevent personal injury.