Introduction

The Instant Pot Vortex Pro Air Fryer Oven 140-3121-01 is a multifunctional kitchen appliance designed to simplify and expedite your cooking experience. With its large 10-quart capacity, it can air fry, roast, bake, and reheat a variety of foods, making it ideal for family meals and gatherings. The Vortex features customizable one-touch cooking programs, allowing for precise and consistent results. Its sleek design includes easy-to-use controls and a viewing window, enabling you to monitor your cooking progress without opening the oven. The Instant Pot Vortex combines convenience, versatility, and healthy cooking in one powerful appliance.

Product Specifications

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

At Instant BrandsTM your safety always comes first. The InstantTM VortexTM Plus family was designed with your safety in mind, and we mean business. Visit instantpot.com.au to learn about this appliance’s safety mechanisms.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed:

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, SAFEGUARDS, AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THE APPLIANCE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

2. The appliance’s outer surfaces may become hot during use. Do not touch hot surfaces. Wear proper hand protection when handling hot components. Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance. Let the appliance cool to room temperature before handling or moving.

3. CAUTION: To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse power cord, plug, or the appliance in water or other liquid.

4. Do not rinse the appliance under tap.

5. The cooking chamber contains electrical components. To avoid electrical shock, do not put liquid of any kind into the cooking chamber.

6. This appliance is NOT to be used by children or by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities. Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used near children and these individuals. Children should not use or play with this appliance.

7. Unplug from the outlet when not in use, as well as before adding or removing parts or accessories, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. NEVER pull on the power cord.

8. Avoid making contact with moving parts.

9. Inspect the appliance and power cord regularly. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. F
   WARNING: Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
   Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.

10. Do not use any accessories or attachments not authorised by Instant BrandsTM. The use of attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, may cause a risk of injury, fire or electric shock.

11. For household countertop use only. Do not use outdoors. Not for commercial use.

12. Do not place the appliance on any kind of stovetop, or in a heated oven; heat from an external source will damage the appliance.

13. Do not let power cord contact hot surfaces or open flame, including a stovetop.

14. Do not use appliance for anything other than intended use.

15. Proper maintenance is recommended after each use. Refer to Care, Cleaning & Storage. Let the appliance cool to room temperature before cleaning or storage.

16. CAUTION:  Spilled food can cause serious burns. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement and tripping. Keep appliance and cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of table or counter, never use power outlet below counter, and never use with an extension cord.

17. Do not attempt to repair, replace, alter, or modify components of the appliance. This may cause electric shock, fire and/or injury, and will void the warranty.

18. Do not tamper with any of the safety mechanisms.

19. Do not use the appliance in electrical systems other than 220-240V~ 50-60Hz for Australia and New Zealand. Do not use with power converters or adapters.

20. Do not overfill the appliance or accessories. Overfilling may cause food to contact the heating element, which may result in fire and/or personal injury.

21. Do not cover the cooling vents while the appliance is in operation. Doing so will prevent even cooking and may cause damage to the appliance.

22. Never pour oil into the cooking chamber. Fire and personal injury could result.
    WARNING: Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
    Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.

23. While cooking, the internal temperature of the appliance reaches several hundred degrees. To avoid personal injury, never place unprotected hands inside the appliance until it has cooled to room temperature.

24. When cooking, do not place the appliance against a wall or against other appliances. Leave at least 13 cm of free space on the back, sides, and above the appliance. Do not operate the appliance on or near combustible materials such as tablecloths and curtains. Do not place anything on top of the appliance.

25. When in operation, hot air is released through the cooling vents. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the cooling vents and take extreme caution when removing the accessories from the appliance.

26. Should the unit emit black smoke, press Cancel and unplug the appliance immediately. Wait for smoking to stop before opening the door, then clean the appliance thoroughly.

27. Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.

28. Never connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-control system.

29. Use extreme caution when removing hot accessories from the cooking chamber or disposing of hot grease.

30. Oversized foods and/or metal utensils must not be inserted into the cooking chamber as they may cause risk of fire and/or personal injury.

31. Do not store any materials, other than the included accessories, in the cooking chamber when not in use.

32. Do not place any combustible materials in the cooking chamber, such as paper, cardboard, plastic, Styrofoam or wood.

33. Do not use appliance accessories in any other appliance including microwave ovens, toaster ovens, convection or conventional ovens, ceramic, electric, induction or gas cooktops, or outdoor grills.

34. CAUTION:  Use extreme caution when moving an appliance contaning hot oil or other hot liquids.

WARNING:  Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.

• Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.

• To avoid injury, read and understand instruction manual before using this machine.

• Electrical shock hazard. Use grounded outlet only. DO NOT remove ground. DO NOT use an adapter. DO NOT use an extension cord. Failure to follow instructions can cause electrical shock and/or serious injury.

THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND THE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE IS A MISUSE OF YOUR APPLIANCE THAT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CREATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.

Special Cord Set Instructions
As per safety requirements, a short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement and tripping. This appliance has a 3-prong grounding plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible.

Find Your Model Name and Serial Number

Find both of these on the rating label on the back of the air fryer oven, near the power cord.

WARNING:  Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference. Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.

Product, Parts & Accessories

Before using your new air fryer oven, make sure that everything is present and accounted for.

Air Fryer Oven

Accessories

Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product. Always refer to the actual product.

Getting Started

Initial Setup

“No one is born a great cook; one learns by doing.” ­ Julia Child

1. Pull that InstantTM VortexTM Plus Air Fryer Oven out of the box!

2. Remove all the packaging material from in and around the oven, and make sure to remove all the accessories from inside the oven chamber.
   Don’t remove the safety warning stickers or the rating label from the air fryer oven.

3. You may be tempted to put the air fryer oven on your stovetop — but don’t do it! Place it on a stable, level surface, away from combustible material and external heat sources. Do not place your Vortex Plus on top of another appliance.
   Make sure to leave at least 13 cm of space above and around all sides of the appliance.

4. Follow the Care, Cleaning & Storage instructions to wash your new air fryer oven before using it.

WARNING: Read the Important Safeguards before using the appliance. Failure to read and follow those instructions for safe use may result in damage to the appliance, property damage or personal injury.

WARNING: Do not place the appliance on a stovetop, on another appliance, or in a heated oven. Heat from an external source will damage the appliance.

WARNING: To avoid the risk of fire, property damage, and/or personal injury, do not place anything on top of the appliance and do not block the air vents.

Initial Test Run

Stage 1: Setting up the air fryer oven for cooking

This section does not cover Rotisserie set up or cooking.
See Rotisserie Cooking: Rotisserie Accessories for details.

1. Open the oven door.
   Place the drip pan on the bottom of the cooking chamber. Close the door.
2. Connect the power cord to a 220-240V power source.
   The air fryer oven is in standby mode and the display shows OFF.
3. Touch Air Fry.
4. Use the + / − Time keys to adjust the cook time to 20 minutes (00:20).
5. Touch Start to begin!

The display shows On while the air fryer oven preheats.
The first few times you use your air fryer oven you may notice a strong plastic smell. This is normal, non-toxic, and goes away quickly.

Stage 2: “Cooking” (…but not really, this is just a test!)

1. When the air fryer oven reaches the perfect temperature, the display shows Add Food.
   Do not add food during the initial test run.
2. Open the oven door. Carefully insert both cooking trays into the preheated cooking chamber. Close the oven door. The display alternates to show the cooking time and temperature.
3. Part way through cooking, the display shows turn Food. Wait 10 seconds for the program to resume automatically, or, open and close the oven door to pause and resume the program manually.
4. The display counts down the last minute of cooking in seconds.
   When the Smart Program completes, the display shows End and the fan blows for a little while to help cool the air fryer oven.
5. Touch Cancel to return to standby mode and start cooking for real!
   If you forget this last step, the air fryer oven will beep to remind you about it after 5, 30, and 60 minutes.

CAUTION

The air fryer oven and air frying accessories will be hot during and after cooking. To avoid the risk of burn injury, DO NOT touch hot surfaces with unprotected hands.

Control Panel

Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product. Always refer to the actual product.

Settings

Status Messages

	The Vortex Pro is in standby mode.
	A smart program is in the Preheat stage. Not applicable to Toast,Proof, Reheat and Dehydrate.
	This message appears to let youknow that theair fryer oven has reached the perfect cooking temperature and foodcan be added (if it hasn’tbeen already). Not applicable to Toast,Proof, Reheat and Dehydrate.
	The display  shows the cooking time and on-screen messages.
	The display also shows the set cooking temperature and on-screen messages.
	Food is ready to beturned or tossed, as recommended by your recipe. Only applies to Air Fry and Roast.
	The Smart Program has finished.

Description

You can cook your favorite fried meals with little to no oil by using the powerful and adaptable Instant Pot Vortex Pro Air Fryer Oven 140-3121-01. This air fryer oven is ideal for large families or people who enjoy cooking in quantity because of its 10 quart capacity. You can air fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat, dehydrate, and rotisserie your food to perfection with the 7-in-1 feature. It is simple to operate because to the touch screen digital controls with 11 preset programs, and the EvenCrisp technology guarantees consistently crispy, golden-fried products. You may roast rotisserie-style chicken and other meats with the rotisserie spit and basket that come with it. The stainless steel design provides durability and ease of cleaning. You have the utmost freedom in the kitchen with temperature and cooking time adjustments.

Cooking

Cooking in the InstantTM VortexTM Plus Air Fryer Oven is quick and easy — food goes in, crispy deliciousness comes out! Find full instructions for use and cooking time tables online at instantpot.com.au or download the free Instant Pot app for fun, easy to follow recipes.

Cooking Accessories

1. The non-stick cooking trays are perforated for airflow and should be used for most foods, like wings and cauliflower bites.

2. The non-stick drip pan doubles as a flat cooking tray when you’re baking cookies, or cooking fragile food like fish, and filled-foods like jalapeno poppers or cheesestuffed chicken.

3. You can place food right on the cooking tray(s) or the drip pan, or, in/on any oven-safe cookware on the cooking tray.

4. For information on the rotisserie accessories, see Rotisserie Cooking: Rotisserie Accessories.

Air Fry, Roast, Grill and Bake
These programs give your meals all the rich, crispy flavor of deep frying with little to no oil, so you can say, “See ya!” to the greasy mess and extra calories! The presets are a starting point that you can experiment with to get the results you prefer.

Stage 1: Setting up for cooking

1. Follow steps 01 and 02 in the Initial test run: Stage 1 to set up the air fryer oven.
2. Select a Smart Program by touching: Air Fry, Roast, Broil or Bake.
3. Use the + / − Temp keys to adjust the cooking temperature 
4. Use the + / − Time keys to adjust the cook time.
   Smart Programs automatically save the adjustments you make to the temperature and time settings when you touch Start.
5. Touch Start to begin!
   The display shows On while the oven preheats.
   You can adjust the time or temperature any time with the + / − keys (then press Start to confirm the change) but changes made after the Smart Program begins are not saved.

Stage 2: Cooking

1. When the display shows Add Food, open the oven door and carefully place your food items inside. 
   Except when rotisserie cooking, you can put food in the oven before or after preheating, as your recipe recommends. Cooking will start 10 seconds after the notification appears, whether food has been added or not.
2. Close the oven door. The display alternates showing the cooking time and temperature 
3. Part way through cooking, the display may show turn Food.
   This message only appears
   during the Air Fry and Roast Smart Programs.
   Open the oven door if you want to turn or toss your food, or, if you’re using both cooking trays, swap their positions in the cooking chamber for more even results.
   Close the oven door to resume the cooking program. 
   If your food doesn’t need to be flipped, wait 10 seconds for the program to resume automatically 
4. When the display shows End, carefully open the door, and, using proper hand protection, remove your food from the cooking chamber.

CAUTION

• The air fryer oven and air frying accessories will be hot during and after cooking. Do not touch hot surfaces with unprotected hands.
• Allow all items to cool to room temperature, then clean them according to Care, cleaning and storage instructions.
• Always use proper hand protection and exercise extreme caution when adding or removing food from the hot cooking chamber.

Rotisserie cooking

The Instant Vortex Pro is equipped with EvenCrisp technology for simple rotisserie-style cooking with delicious results. Always insert rotisserie accessories and food items into the cooking chamber before preheating the air fryer oven. Read the instructions below and watch this short video to make sure the rotisserie accessories are being installed correctly. Failure to follow these steps could result in irreparable damage to the rotisserie catch.
Rotisserie accessories
The rotisserie basket is perforated to allow maximum airflow for the perfect crisp all over.

1. Place food items in the rotisserie basket. Do not overfill the rotisserie basket.

   

2. Align the tab on the rotisserie basket  with the notch in the lid, then place the lid on the basket.

   

3. Turn the lid clockwise to secure it.

   

   
   Optionally, spray the basket with non-stick cooking spray before adding food to help prevent sticking.

The rotisserie spit and forks are perfect for roasting whole chicken, tenderloin and much more. 

1. Unscrew the 2 setting screws.

   

2. Remove the forks from the spit.

   

3. Push your food item onto the spit.

   

4. Slide the forks onto both ends of the spit, making sure the prongs are inserted into the food item securely on both sides.

   

5. When you’re happy with the positioning, tighten the setting  screws to hold the forks in place.

Stage 1: Setting up the rotisserie accessories
Follow the steps in Rotisserie cooking: Rotisserie accessories to prepare your food. 

1. Open the oven door and slide the rotisserie basket or rotisserie spit onto the guides in the cooking chamber.

   

2. Move the red rotisserie catch lever to the right and hold it in position. Notice that the rotisserie catch inside the cooking chamber withdraws slightly when you move the lever.

   

3. Align the left side of the accessory with the hole in the rotisserie catch, and set the right end of the accessory in the notch on the right.

   

4. Release the rotisserie catch lever. 

   

5. Rotate the accessory in place to make that it’s being held securely. The rotisserie catch inside should move with the accessory — if it does not move, keep rotating the accessory  until the rotisserie catch “catches”  it completely.
6. Close the oven door.

Stage 2: Setting up for cooking

1. Connect the power cord to a 120 V power source. 
   The oven is in standby mode and the display shows OFF.
2. Select a Smart Program by touching: Air Fry or Roast.
3. Use the + / – Temp keys to adjust the cooking temperature.
4. Use the + / – Time keys to adjust the cook time.
5. Touch Start to begin.
   The display shows On.
6. Touch Rotate to start rotisserie cooking!
7. When the display shows End, carefully remove the rotisserie accessory as described in Rotisserie cooking: Removing the accessories on the next page.

Removing the accessories
The rotisserie basket and rotisserie spit are installed and removed the same way,  but backwards!

1. Open the oven door.

2. Position the hooks on the rotisserie lift beneath the left and right arms of the accessory.

   

3. Move the rotisserie catch lever to the right and hold it in position to release the accessory.

   

4. Pull the accessory towards you, then release the rotisserie catch lever.

5. Carefully remove the accessory from the cooking chamber and place it on a secure, heat-resistant surface.

   

Make sure to place it somewhere it won't roll away on you!

Setup Guide

To set up the Instant Pot Vortex Pro Air Fryer Oven 140-3121-01, follow these steps:

1. Place the air fryer oven on a flat, stable surface.
2. Plug in the power cord and turn on the air fryer oven by pressing the power button.
3. Select the desired cooking function by using the touch screen digital controls.
4. Adjust the temperature and cooking time as needed.
5. Place the food in the basket or on the rotisserie spit, depending on the cooking function being used.
6. Close the door and press the start button to begin cooking.

Care, Cleaning & Storage

1. Clean your air fryer oven and accessories after each use.

2. Always unplug the air fryer oven and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning. Never use harsh chemical detergents, scouring pads, or powders on any of the parts or components.

3. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly before use, and before storage.

   Part or accessory                                               Cleaning method and notes
   Drip pan	Dishwasher safe. Remove for cleaning. To prevent smoking, make sure greaseand food debrisis fully removed. The drip pan has a non-stick coating. Avoid usingmetal utensils when cleaning.
   Cooking trays	Dishwasher safe. The cooking trays havea non-stick coating. Avoid using metalutensils when cleaning.
   Rotisserie basket	Dishwasher safe. For best results, use a bristled brushrather than a sponge or cloth.
   Rotisserie spit, forks and screws	Dishwasher safe. Disassemble before cleaning. If machine washing, placesmall parts in washable meshbag.
   Rotisserie lift	Dishwasher safe. Clean as needed.
   Removable door	Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap. Remove the door forcleaning. See Care, cleaning and storage: The oven door (on the next page) for details. Allow the door to air dry completely beforereinstalling, otherwise the glass may experience clouding.
   Cooking chamber	Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap. Always check the heatingcoil and cookingchamber walls for oil spatterand food debris, and clean as needed. Ensure the heatingcoil is dry before turningon the air fryer oven. To remove baked-on grease and food residue from the cooking chamber, spray with a mixture of bakingsoda and vinegar and wipe cleanwith damp cloth.For stubborn stains, allow the mixture to sit on theaffected area for several minutes before scrubbing clean.
   Exterior	Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap. After cleaning, wipe down witha dry clothto prevent streaking.
   Power cord	Clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap. Clean as needed.

Some discolouration may occur after machine washing, but this will not affect the cooker’s safety or performance.

WARNING

To avoid risk of electrical shock and personal injury:

• Do not immerse the appliance in water.

• Do not rinse theappliance under a tap.

• Do not wet prongs of the power cord.

Without proper cleaning, food and grease  splatter may build up around the heating element, causing the risk of smoke, fire, and personal injury.

If you see or smell smoke, touch Cancel, unplug the appliance, and allow it to cool. Follow instructions above to clean the appliance and accessories.

The oven door
The oven door is installed and removed the same way, but backwards!
Remove the oven door

1. Place one hand on top of the air fryer oven to hold it firmly in place.
2. Open the oven door to a 45º angle from the oven 
3. Pull the oven door up from the right side until it pops out of its track.

Reinstall the oven door

1. Hold the oven door at a 45º angle from the oven.
2. Align the teeth at the bottom of the oven door with the grooves in the air fryer oven.
3. Press down on the right side of the oven door until it pops into place, then press the left side down.

Troubleshooting

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Pros & Cons

Pros

• Large 10 quart capacity
• 7-in-1 functionality
• Touch screen digital controls with 11 preset programs
• EvenCrisp technology for crispy, golden-fried results
• Included rotisserie spit and basket
• Stainless steel construction for durability and easy cleaning
• Adjustable temperature and cooking time

Cons

• May be too large for some kitchen counters
• Higher price point compared to other air fryers

Instant Pot Vortex Pro Air Fryer Oven 140-3121-01 Warranty

Limited Warranty
This Limited Warranty is issued by Corelle Brands (Australia) Pty Ltd (Corelle Brands Australia) and is effective for one year from the date of original consumer purchase. Your appliance is replaced, the Limited Warranty on the replacement appliance will expire 12 months from the date of original consumer purchase.

Any repaired or replaced appliance will be covered by this Limited Warranty for the remainder of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days following your receipt of the replacement or repaired appliance, whichever is greater.

Corelle Brands Australia confirms the appliance has not malfunctioned due to defective parts or workmanship, and/or is in working order, or if proof of purchase is not verified, Corelle Brands Australia reserves the right to return the appliance to you at your pre-paid cost. If this cost is not met, Corelle Brands Australia reserves the right to dispose of the appliance after 45 days’ notice to you.

Customer Reviews

Customers rave about the Instant Pot Vortex Pro Air Fryer Oven 140-3121-01 large capacity, versatility, and easy-to-use touch screen digital controls. They love being able to cook their favorite fried foods with little to no oil, and appreciate the included rotisserie spit and basket for even more cooking options. Some customers have mentioned that the air fryer oven is a bit large for their kitchen counters, and that the price point is higher compared to other air fryers. However, the majority of customers agree that the Instant Pot Vortex 10 Quart Air Fryer Oven is a worthwhile investment for anyone looking to cook healthy, delicious meals at home.