Cosori CS125-AO Air Fryer Toaster Oven
Important Safeguards
Please read these carefully before using the Cosori CS125-AO Air Fryer Toaster Oven Instruction Manual.
Key Safety Points
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle.
- The outside of the oven, including the door, is hot during and after use.
- Always use heat-resistant gloves, pads, or oven mitts when handling hot materials, and when placing items in or removing items from the oven, including trays, racks, accessories, or containers.
General Safety
- When the oven is not in use, and before cleaning, press to turn it off, then unplug from the outlet. Allow to cool completely before putting on or taking off parts.
- Do not immerse the housing, cord, or plug in water or liquid.
- Closely supervise children near the oven.
- Do not use your oven if it is damaged, not working, or if the cord or plug is damaged. Contact Customer Support (see page 33).
- Do not use third-party replacement parts or accessories, as this may cause injuries.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not place the oven or any of its parts on a stove, near gas or electric burners, or inside another heated oven.
- Be extremely cautious when removing a tray or rack if it contains hot oil, grease, or other hot liquids.
- Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Metal fragments can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
Getting To Know
- A. Housing
- B. LED Display
- C. Control Knob
- D. SHAKE Button
- E. Power Button
- F. Fan/Light Button
- G. TIME/TEMP Button
- H. START/PAUSE Button
- I. Power Cord
- J. Heating Elements
- K. Door
- L. Handle
- M. Fry Basket
- N. Wire Rack
- O. Food Tray
- P. Crumb Tray
Display
Controls
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Control Knob
- Turn the knob to change the cooking functions. The current function will blink on the display.
- After pressing TIME/TEMP, turn the knob to change time/temperature. Turn clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease.
- After a function or setting is selected, press the knob to confirm the selection.
- Press and hold the knob to save new preset settings or to reset a preset to default (see Customizing Cooking Functions, page 11).
Power Button
- Press to turn the oven on/off.
- While the oven is cooking or paused, press to cancel cooking. The oven will return to standby.
- Press and hold for 5 seconds to pair with the VeSync app. See the VeSync in-app instructions for more information.
- Press and hold for 15 seconds to reset the oven to factory settings (including removing the oven from the VeSync app and restoring all default cooking function settings).
Fan/Light Button
- Press repeatedly to cycle through fan speeds: normal, high, and off.
- The fan can be used for all cooking functions except Toast and Bagel. The fan is automatically set when cooking with Air Fry and Dehydrate.
- Press and hold to turn the interior light on/off.
- The interior light will turn on automatically when there is 1 minute of cooking time left. Press and hold to turn the light back off.
SHAKE Button
- Press to add or remove a Shake Reminder. The Shake Reminder will appear halfway through the remaining cooking time. The oven will beep and will blink on the display.
- The Shake Reminder cannot be added to the Toast or Bagel functions.
- For more information on shaking, see Shaking Food (page 26).
- Press and hold for 5 seconds to reset all presets to factory settings. The oven will stay paired with the VeSync app.
Time Increment Chart
START/PAUSE Button
- Starts or pauses a cooking function.
- If preheating, cancel preheating and start the cooking function immediately.
- Blinks when the oven has finished preheating. Press again to start the cooking function.
Note:
- When you open the oven door during cooking (such as to shake food), the oven will pause cooking automatically.
Before First Use
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Setting Up
- Remove all packaging around and inside the oven.
- Place on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface, away from anything that can be damaged by heat.
- Wash all accessories and clean the oven’s interior (see page 27). Dry and place accessories back in the oven.
Test Run
A test run will help you become familiar with your oven, make sure it’s working correctly, and clean it of possible residues in the process.
- Make sure there is no food or packaging in the oven and plug it in.
- Turn the control knob to TOAST then press the control knob to confirm. Turn the control knob to change the Darkness Level to Level 7 (the highest level).
- Press START/PAUSE to begin heating. The button will light up, and the display will show the timer counting down.
- The oven will stop heating and beep when finished.
VeSync App Setup
Note: Due to ongoing updates and improvements, the VeSync app may be slightly different than shown in the manual. In case of any differences, follow the in-app instructions
- To download the VeSync app, scan the QR code or search “VeSync” in the Apple App Store® or Google Play Store.
Note: For Android™ users, choose “Allow” to use VeSync. - Open the VeSync app. If you already have an account, tap login. To create a new account, tap Sign Up.
Note: You must create your own VeSync account to use third-party services and products. These will not work with a guest account. With a VeSync account, you can also allow your family and friends to control your smart air fryer toaster oven.
Cooking
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Caution
- The outer surface of the oven, including the oven door, is hot during and after use. The temperature may be over 212° F / 100° C. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle.
- Always use heat-resistant gloves, pads, or oven mitts when handling hot materials, and when placing items in or removing items from the oven.
Note: Always leave the crumb tray at the bottom of the oven when cooking for easier cleaning.
Cooking Functions
Cooking functions are programmed with an ideal time and temperature for cooking certain foods. For more information on each cooking function, see its section, or the Cooking Functions Quick Reference Chart (see page 12)
Customizing Cooking Functions
- You can customize a cooking function’s default settings, including time and temperature.
- To change a function’s default settings:
- When the oven is not cooking or is paused, turn the control knob to select the function you want to change. Press the control knob to confirm your selection.
- Select the settings you want to set as default.
- For Bagel and Toast, turn the control knob to change the Darkness Level.
- For other functions, press the TIME/TEMP button to switch between controlling time and temperature, and use the control knob to adjust the time and/or temperature.
- Press and hold the control knob for 5 seconds until the oven beeps 1 time
Cooking Functions Quick Reference Chart
Convection Fan
The fan circulates hot air in the oven for faster and more even cooking. Use the high fan speed (super convection) for crispier results and air frying. You can turn the fan on and off at any time during cooking.
Note: The fan cannot be used for the Toast or Bagel functions. Fan speed is set automatically for the Air Fry and Dehydrate functions.
VeSync App Functions
The VeSync app allows you to access additional smart functions, including those listed below.
Remote Control
- All oven functions can be controlled remotely (except for starting cooking, for safety reasons).
- Cooking progress can be monitored from a distance.
- Cooking Function Customization
- Cooking function settings can be changed or reset to default.
In-App Recipes
- Pre-programmed recipes made by Cosori’s in-house chefs are available in the app. These recipes automatically set the recommended time and temperature.
- Create and save custom recipes.
Third-Party Voice Control
- Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant™” for voice commands
Note: The VeSync app is continually updated and app features will expand
Automatic Preheat
Air Fry, Bake, Broil, Roast, Pizza, and Cookies all use automatic preheat.
- When you start the cooking function by pressing START/PAUSE, preheating will start automatically. The START/PAUSE button will light up, and the display will show ‘ PrE
- Pressing START/PAUSE again during preheating will cancel preheating and immediately start cooking.
- Preheating times vary based on the temperature setting (see chart).
- When preheating is finished, the oven will beep several times and the display will flash. This will repeat every minute. The START/PAUSE button will keep blinking until cooking is started.
- After 10 minutes of inactivity, the cooking function will cancel, the oven will stop heating, and the display will reset.
- Open the oven door to place food inside, then close the oven door to start cooking automatically. You can also press START/PAUSE to begin cooking if the food is already in the oven. The button will light up, and the display will show the timer counting down.
Toast Function
This function browns the outside of your bread while keeping the inside soft. Also ideal for English muffins and frozen waffles.Can be used to manually preheat the oven or defrost food. Use Level 4 or higher.
- Heating Elements: Top and bottom heating elements cycle on and off.
- Rack Position: Mid
Note
- When setting the darkness level, consider the type, thickness, and freshness of the bread.
- Try lighter settings for raisin toast, white bread, and thinly sliced bread.
- Try darker settings for rye, whole wheat, heavier-textured bread, and fresh bread.
- Time and temperature are set automatically. Time increases with the darkness level. Temperature is set to the highest level (450°F / 232°C). The display will show “HI”.
- Turn the control knob to adjust the darkness level between 1–7. The bars underneath the toast icons indicate the darkness level. Use 1–2 for a light toast, 3–5 for a medium toast, and 6–7 for a dark toast.
Bagel Function
This function crisps the inside of a cut bagel while lightly toasting the outside. Also ideal for toasting crumpets or thick-sliced specialty bread which requires one side to be more toasted than the other.
- Heating Elements: Top heating elements cycle on and off, and bottom heating elements are half on and half off.
- Rack Position: Mid
- Slice the bagel in half. Center the halves on the wire rack. Insert the wire rack into the mid-rack position and close the oven door.
Note: This function toasts more on the top than the bottom. The inside (cut side) of the bagel should face upwards for best results. - Turn the control knob to select “Bagel”, which will blink on the display. Press the control knob to confirm your selection.
Air Fry Function
This function is ideal for cooking a variety of food, including french fries and chicken wings. Uses intense heat and maximized airflow.
Heating Elements: Top and bottom heating elements cycle on and off.
Rack Position: Mid
- Turn the control knob to “AIRFRY”, which will blink on the display. Press the control knob to confirm your selection.
- Optionally, customize the temperature and time. You can do this anytime during cooking (except during preheating).
- Press START/PAUSE to begin. Preheating will start automatically. The START/PAUSE button will light up, and the display will show “ PrE ”.
- When preheating completes, the oven will beep several times, the display will flash, and the START/PAUSE button will blink continuously.
- Place food in the fry basket
Bake Function
This function cooks food evenly throughout. Ideal for baking cakes, muffins, brownies, and pastries. Also ideal for cooking pre-packaged frozen meals, including lasagna and pot pies.
- Heating Elements: Top and bottom heating elements cycle on and off.
- Rack Position: Low
- If using the wire rack, insert it at a low position and close the oven door.
- Turn the control knob to “BAKE”, which will blink on the display. Press the control knob to confirm your selection.
- Optionally, customize the temperature and time. You can do this anytime during cooking (except during preheating).
- Press START/PAUSE to begin. Preheating will start automatically. The START/PAUSE button will light up, and the display will show ‘PrE.
Broil Function
This function is ideal for cooking openfaced sandwiches, thin cuts of meat (such as bacon), poultry, fish, sausages, and vegetables. Can also be used to brown the tops of casseroles, gratins, and desserts.
- Heating Elements: Top heating elements stay on for 5 minutes, then cycle on and off. The bottom heating elements are half on and half off.
- Rack Position: Top
- Turn the control knob to BROIL which will blink on the display. Press the control knob to confirm your selection.
- Optionally, customize the temperature and time. You can do this anytime during cooking (except during preheating).
- Press START/PAUSE to begin. Preheating will start automatically. The START/PAUSE button will light up, and the display will show.
- When preheating completes, the oven will beep several times, the display will flash, and the START/PAUSE button will blink continuously.
Roast Function
This function is ideal for cooking a variety of meats and poultry. Food will be tender and juicy on the inside and well-roasted on the outside.
Heating Elements: Top and bottom heating elements cycle on and off.
Rack Position: Low
- If using the wire rack, insert it at a low position and close the oven door.
- Turn the control knob to “ROAST”, which will blink on the display. Press the control knob to confirm your selection.
- Optionally, customize the temperature and time. You can do this anytime during cooking (except during preheating)
- Press START/PAUSE to begin. Preheating will start automatically. The START/PAUSE button will light up, and the display will show “ “.
- When preheating completes, the oven will beep several times, the display will flash, and the START/PAUSE button will blink continuously.d.
Shaking Food
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Shake Reminder
- The Shake Reminder is designed to remind you to check on your food, usually to shake it. Press SHAKE to turn on the Shake Reminder.
- You can use the Shake Reminder with any cooking function except Toast and Bagel. We especially recommend using the Shake Reminder with the Air Fry function (see page 17).
- The Shake Reminder will appear halfway through cooking time.
What to Shake
- Small foods that are stacked, such as fries or nuggets, will usually need shaking.
- Without shaking, food may not be crispy or evenly cooked.
- You can flip other food, such as steak, to ensure even browning.
How to Shake
- Add the Shake Reminder to your cooking program by pressing SHAKE.
- We recommend using the fry basket if you are shaking food. You can optionally use the rack or tray instead.
- When the Shake Reminder appears, take the fry basket out of the oven and shake, mix, or flip the food.
- To shake food, hold the basket just above a heat-resistant surface for safety purposes. Then, shake the basket.
Care & Maintenance
Clean oven accessories (including trays, etc.) and oven interior after every use.
Note:
- The walls on the inside of the oven have a nonstick coating for easy cleaning.
- Do not use abrasive cleaners, metal scouring pads, or metal utensils on any part of the oven, including trays and other accessories. These will scratch or damage their surfaces.
- This oven contains no user-serviceable parts. Any repairs should be performed by an authorized service representative.
Cleaning the Accessories
- Apply a non-abrasive liquid cleanser or a mild spray solution to a soft, damp sponge or soft, plastic scouring pad (not the accessory surface). Wipe accessories and soak in warm, soapy water if necessary.
- For stubborn grease:
- Dry thoroughly.
- Replace the crumb tray in the oven before plugging in or turning on the oven.
Storage
- Clean and dry the oven and all accessories.
- Insert the crumb tray into the oven. Insert the rack at mid position. Make sure the oven door is closed.
- Store the oven in an upright position. Do not store anything on top.
Package Contents
- 1 × Smart Air Fryer Toaster Oven
- 1 × Wire Rack
- 1 × Food Tray
- 1 × Crumb Tray
- 1 × Fry Basket
- 1 × Recipe Book
- 1 × User Manual
- 1 × Quick Reference Guide
Specifications
Troubleshooting
If your problem is not listed, please contact Customer Support
VESYNC App Troubleshooting
Why isn’t my oven connecting to the VeSync app?
- During the setup process, you must be on a secure 2.4 GHz WiFi network. Confirm that the network is working correctly.
- Make sure the WiFi password you entered is correct.
- Turn on Bluetooth on your phone (for Android users, make sure Location is turned on as well).
- Make sure your oven and phone are within 30 ft / 10 m of each other.
- Reset the oven by pressing and holding for 15 seconds, then try connecting again.
FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warranty Information
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Terms & Policy
Arovast Corporation Arovast warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for 1 year from the date of original purchase. Arovast agrees, at our option during the warranty period, to repair any defect in material or workmanship or furnish an equal product in exchange without charge, subject to verification of the defect or malfunction and proof of the date of purchase
Extend Your Warranty by 1 Year
Register your product within 14 days of purchase at www.cosori.com/warranty to extend your 1-year warranty by an additional year.
This warranty is made by: Arovast Corporation 1202 N. Miller St. Suite A Anaheim, CA 92806.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about your new product, please contact our helpful Customer Support Team.
- Email: support@cosori.com
- Website: www.cosori.com
- Toll-Free: (888) 402-1684
- Address: Arovast Corporation 1202 N. Miller St., Suite A Anaheim, CA 92806
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