PRESSURE COOKER
6 QT. MULTI-FUNCTION
AUTOCUISEUR
6 QT. MULTIFONCTION
OLLA A PRESIÓN
6 QT. MULTIFUNCIÓN
Instruction Manual
Recipe Guide
Manuel d’instructions
Guide de recettes
Manual de instrucciones
Guía de recetas
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Table of Contents |
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Important Safeguards........................................................................................................................................ |
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Additional Important Safeguards..................................................................................................................... |
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Notes on the Cord............................................................................................................................................... |
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Notes on the Plug................................................................................................................................................ |
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Plasticizer Warning............................................................................................................................................. |
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Electric Power...................................................................................................................................................... |
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Notes on Pressure Release Valve..................................................................................................................... |
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Notes on Safety Locking Lid.............................................................................................................................. |
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Getting to Know Your Pressure Cooker........................................................................................................... |
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Introduction to Pressure Cooking..................................................................................................................... |
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Before Using for the First Time......................................................................................................................... |
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Operating Instructions........................................................................................................................................ |
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Delay Time........................................................................................................................................................... |
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Pressure Cooker Settings................................................................................................................................... |
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Tips for Pressure Cooking.................................................................................................................................. |
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User Maintenance Instructions......................................................................................................................... |
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Cleaning Instructions.......................................................................................................................................... |
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Storing Instructions............................................................................................................................................ |
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Pressure Cooker Cooking Chart........................................................................................................................ |
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Recipes.......................................................................................................................................................... |
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Warranty............................................................................................................................................................. |
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Table des matières |
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Importantes consignes de sécurité................................................................................................................ |
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Importantes consignes de sécurité supplémentaires.................................................................................. |
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Remarque sur le cordon................................................................................................................................... |
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Remarques sur la fiche électrique.................................................................................................................. |
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Avertissement de migration de plastifiants.................................................................................................. |
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Alimentation électrique.................................................................................................................................... |
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Remarques sur la soupape d’évacuation de la vapeur................................................................................ |
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Remarques sur le couvercle avec mécanisme de verrouillage de sécurité.............................................. |
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Caractéristiques de votre autocuiseur........................................................................................................... |
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Introduction à la cuisson sous pression........................................................................................................ |
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Avant la première utilisation........................................................................................................................... |
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Mode d’emploi.............................................................................................................................................. |
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Mise en marche différée............................................................................................................................. |
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Réglages de l’autocuiseur................................................................................................................................ |
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Conseils de cuisson sous pression................................................................................................................. |
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Réparation.......................................................................................................................................................... |
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Nettoyage........................................................................................................................................................... |
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Rangement......................................................................................................................................................... |
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Tableau des températures de cuisson de l’autocuiseur ............................................................................. |
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Recettes......................................................................................................................................................... |
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Garantie ............................................................................................................................................................. |
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Índice |
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Medidas de seguridad importantes................................................................................................................ |
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Otras medidas de seguridad importantes..................................................................................................... |
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Notas sobre el cable......................................................................................................................................... |
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Notas sobre el enchufe.................................................................................................................................... |
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Advertencia sobre los plastificantes.............................................................................................................. |
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Corriente eléctrica............................................................................................................................................. |
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Notas sobre la válvula de alivio de vapor...................................................................................................... |
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Notas sobre la tapa de bloqueo de seguridad.............................................................................................. |
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Conozca su olla a presión................................................................................................................................ |
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Introducción a la cocina con olla a presión................................................................................................... |
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Antes de utilizar por primera vez.................................................................................................................... |
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Instrucciones de funcionamiento ............................................................................................................ |
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Tiempo de demora...................................................................................................................................... |
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Ajustes de la olla a presión.............................................................................................................................. |
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Consejos para cocinar con la olla a presión ................................................................................................. |
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Instrucciones de mantenimiento para el usuario......................................................................................... |
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Instrucciones de limpieza................................................................................................................................ |
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Instrucciones de almacenamiento.................................................................................................................. |
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Tabla de cocción con la olla a presión........................................................................................................... |
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Recetas......................................................................................................................................................... |
38-42 |
Garantía.............................................................................................................................................................. |
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2.Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3.To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid.
4.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
5.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
6.Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
7.Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Bring it to a qualified technician for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
8.The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
9.Do not use outdoors.
10.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
11.Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
12.Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
CAUTION:To protect against damage or electric shock, do not cook in the base unit. Cook only in the cooking pot provided.
13.To disconnect, remove plug from wall outlet with dry hands.
14.Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
15.Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated foods into the heated cooking pot.
16.Do not use cooking pot or glass lid if chipped or cracked.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION, HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires or other injury to persons or damage to property.
1.A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance. All users of this appliance must read
and understand this instruction manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
2.If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water, unplug it from the wall outlet immediately.
Do not reach into the water!
3.When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and on all sides for air circulation. Do not operate this appliance while it is touching or near curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dish towels or other flammable materials.
4.Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
5.If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair a malfunctioning appliance!
6.The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical wall outlet.
7.Do not use this appliance in an unstable position.
8.Never use the cooking pot on a gas or electric cook top or on an open flame.
9.Always keep your hands and face away from the pressure release valve, when releasing the pressure.
10.Use extreme caution when removing the lid after cooking. Always tilt the lid away from you, so that any remaining steam is blocked from your face.
11.Never attempt to open the lid while cooking, or before the pressure has dropped. Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature by forcing the lid to open.
12.Do not cover or block the valves.
13.Do not touch the pot or lid except for the handle immediately after use. Whilst the product is in use only touch the handle, do not touch the pot or lid.
14.To avoid burns, allow the food to cool before tasting. The temperature of the food gets considerably hotter than with conventional cooking.
15.Do not touch hot surfaces. Use oven gloves or a cloth when opening the lid or handling hot containers as hot steam will escape.
16.Do not move the appliance while in use.
17.Remove the plug from the wall socket when the appliance is not in use or before cleaning.
18.Allow the appliance to cool down completely before undertaking any cleaning task.
19.Do not touch the power cord, plug or any part of the appliance with wet hands.
20.Do not place this appliance directly under kitchen wall cupboards when in use, as it produces steam. Avoid reaching over the appliance when it is in use.
21.Do not use the appliance near or below combustible materials,e.g: curtains.
22.To open, hold and rotate the lid clockwise to the “unlock” position but do not lean over the appliance.
23.Never use sharp objects inside the cooking pot as this will damage the non stick coating.
24.Do not use the pressure cooker for deep frying
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Notes on the Plug
This appliance has a grounded 3-prong plug. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
Notes on the Cord
The provided short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Do not use an extension cord with this product.
Plasticizer Warning
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the counter top or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters or place mats between the appliance and the finish of the counter top or table top. Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken; permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
Electric Power
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances.
Notes on Pressure Release Valve:
The pressure release valve is used to regulate pressure inside the pressure cooker while cooking. Small amounts of steam may escape during cooking, this is normal. Ensure that the pressure cooker is not placed under overhanging cabinets or cupboards during cooking. Avoid reaching over the pressure release valve when in use. The pressure release valve should always be on the ‘PRESSURE’ setting during cooking and after cooking is complete change the setting to PRESSURE RELEASE before attempting to open the lid. Ensure that your face and hands are away from the opening of the pressure release valve to ensure that you do not get burnt or injured, the steam is
very hot therefore extreme caution must be exercised when steam is being released.
Notes on Safety Locking Lid:
For your safety the lid will not come off when it is in the LOCK position. To open the lid use the handle to turn the lid clock-wise to the UNLOCK position and lift-off the lid. Always keep the lid in the locked position during cooking. When cooking is complete first turn the pressure release valve to PRESSURE RELEASE position, wait for steam to escape and then turn the handle clockwise to the UNLOCK position and lift the lid off the unit. When removing the lid, remove it in such a manner that the steam is directed away from you. Do this by allowing the top of the lid to face your direction, so steam escape away from the user.
NOTE: Do not attempt to open the pressure cooker when the lid is in the locked position.
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Getting To Know Your Pressure Cooker
Product may vary slightly from illustration
Figure 1 |
Floating Valve |
Pressure Release Valve |
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Lid Handle |
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Housing Lid
Aluminum Cover
Gasket
Removable Cooking Pot
Base Handles
Condensation Tray
+/– TIME Buttons
Time Display
Control Panel
Base Unit
Power Supply Cord
Measuring Cup
Rice Paddle
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Introduction to Pressure Cooking
Discover the secrets of pressure cooking with this wonderful pressure cooker that will help you cook faster, healthier and tastier meals with unbelievable speed and ease. This pressure cooker offers 10 cooking settings with the touch of a button. Slow cook all day long or whip up a quick delicious meal, this pressure cooker is the perfect sous-chef. No more tough cuts of meat that take hours to cook, only delicious succulent meat with the nutrients and flavors retained in.
Before Using for the First Time
1.Remove all labels and tags from the product. Carefully unpack your pressure cooker; remove all
packaging materials for parts and accessories.
2. Remove the lid by turning the handle counter |
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clockwise to the UNLOCK position and lifting |
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the lid off the unit |
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Wash the cooking pot and all accessories that |
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will come into contact with food in hot soapy water |
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with a sponge or dishcloth. DO NOT use a scouring |
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pad or any abrasive materials as this could damage |
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the product. Rinse the cooking pot, accessories and |
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lid thoroughly and dry |
Slide in |
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Avoid leaving the lid fully immersed in water, |
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as it will take a long time to drain & dry |
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Attach the condensation tray to the appliance, |
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simply slide it into place (refer to diagram). |
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6.Ensure that the well dried cooking pot is sitting flat in the unit with proper contact.
7.Never lift the pressure cooker using the lid handle, always use base handles.
NOTE: DO NOT IMMERSE THE MAIN COOKING UNIT IN WATER!
Operating Instructions
NOTE: Place the base on to a dry, level, heat resistant surface, away from the edge of the work surface. Do not use the appliance on the floor. Small amounts of steam will escape from the pressure release valve while heating, and sometimes during the cooking cycle. This is perfectly normal. Therefore, do not use the Pressure Cooker under overhanging wall cupboards.
1.Place the dry and clean cooking pot into the inner chamber and ensure that it is seated properly on the heating plate.
2.Check that gasket is securely placed around the aluminum cover and the aluminum cover is attached to the housing lid as shown.
Gasket
Aluminum
cover
3.Place food to be cooked in the cooking pot and add water according to the recipe; use the cups markings in the cooking pot. Never fill the cooking pot more than the 2/3 full with food. When cooking foods that may expand during cooking, do not fill more than half of cooking pot.
4.Secure the lid to the appliance. Place the lid on the appliance in the “UNLOCK” position, then turn the lid anticlockwise to the “LOCK” position. Ensure that the lid fits tightly, you will hear a click once correctly in place. If the lid is not locked correctly and a function is selected, the unit will beep and show an error message “E0” indicating that the lid needs to be locked correctly. ‘Sauté’ and ‘Browning’ are the only two functions that operate without the lid. If the lid is locked and ‘Sauté’ and ‘Browning’ functions are selected, the unit will beep and show an error message “E0” indicating that the lid needs to be removed.
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Unlock |
Lock |
Position |
Position |
5.Once the lid is closed securely attach the power cord to the base of the unit then plug the cord into a dedicated 120V wall outlet. Use the CONTROL PANEL to choose the appropriate food type with time that you are cooking.
6.Set the pressure release valve to the PRESSURE setting as shown.
Pressure |
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7.The pressure cooker will take a few minutes to build up pressure, once the required pressure is reached the time will begin to count down. The cooking time is indicated on the digital display. If you wish you can manually change the default time using the “+” and “-” buttons. The cooking time is manually adjustable depending on the function selected.
8.During initial use, you may notice a slight odor due to the burning off of manufacturing residue.
This is completely normal, it does not affect the food being cooked and will disappear after a few uses.
NOTE: If the gasket is cracked or broken do NOT use it in the pressure cooker. Contact the customer service and replace with a new gasket and assemble on aluminum cover as shown.
9.Delay Time
•Before selecting the cooking function press the DELAY TIMER key to add a cooking time delay.
The delay timer can be adjusted up to a maximum delay time of 2 hours. Continue to press the button until the desired time delay is reached. The amount of time until the unit begins cooking will be displayed on the screen.
•Once the delay has been selected use the CONTROL PANEL to choose the desired cooking setting
(i.e. rice, soup, chicken, etc.), then press the DELAY TIMER to select the function. The cooking will begin once the time delay has elapsed.
10.Please note that once the cooking time has counted down, the time may not be adjusted. If more or less cooking time is required. The cooking process must be cancelled and the timing must be reset to the required/desired time.
11.During set up and while cooking the “Keep warm/cancel” button can be pressed to cancel cooking.
12.After cooking the unit will automatically engage “Keep Warm” mode. The “Keep warm/Cancel” button can be pressed to cancel keep warm mode.
13.Once the unit has completed the cooking cycle or the display has turned off before opening and removing the lid, turn the pressure release valve to the PRESSURE RELEASE position as indicated on lid. Ensure that your face and hands are away from the opening of the pressure release valve to ensure that you do not get burnt or injured, the steam is very hot therefore extreme caution must be exercised when steam is being released.
14.When cooking liquid foods such as soup or porridge wait for the unit to cool down before pressure is released.
CAUTION: It is very important to allow unit to cool down at least 5 minutes before releasing pressure when cooking liquid foods.
15.Switch off the appliance at the wall socket and remove the plug from the wall socket.
16.Once all pressure has been released and the plug has been removed from the wall socket and there is no longer any steam escaping from the pressure release valve, the lid may be turned clockwise to be unlocked.
17.When removing the lid, remove it in such a manner that the steam is directed away from you. Do this by allowing the top of the lid to face your direction, the steam will deflect against the inner surface of the lid. Ensure you are positioned to the side of the unit without your face or hands over it. Use an oven glove when removing the lid to reduce the chance of coming in contact with steam.
18.Only use non-stick utensils to serve from the cooking pot as any hard utensils made from stainless steel or similar materials could damage the non-stick surface of the inner cooking pot.
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Pressure cooker settings
For your convenience the pressure cooker has 10 pre-set functions with default cook times. Based on your recipe you can choose any one of these settings. If you wish you may change the default times manually.
Every button has 2 settings and a corresponding pair of lights next to it. To select a setting simply press the button twice and the corresponding light will indicate the selected setting.
1X |
2X |
NOTE: Sauté and Browning are the only two functions that operate without the lid. The pressure cooker will take a few minutes to build up to the desired temperature, once the required temperature is reached, the time will begin to count down. If the lid is locked and ‘Sauté’ and ‘Browning’ functions are selected, the unit will beep and show an error message “E0” indicating that the lid needs to be removed.
Tips for Pressure Cooking
For additional flavor, sauté or brown the meat before cooking it in the pressure cooker. Meats will not brown during the cooking process. Browning fatty meats will reduce the amount of fat and help preserve color while adding rich flavor.
For uniform results, cut meat into pieces of uniform size to promote even cooking as large pieces of meat take considerably longer to cook than smaller pieces
Because pressure cooker cooks in a closed, sealed pot there is less evaporation and therefore use less cooking liquid than when cooking in a conventional pot.
Function |
Default Cooking Time |
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Sauté |
Stay ON (30 min.) |
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Browning |
Stay ON (30 min.) |
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Pressure Cook |
30 min (Max 99 min.) |
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Slow Cook |
4 h (Max 12 hrs.) |
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Soup |
20 min. |
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Stew |
30 min. |
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Meat |
60 min. |
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Chicken |
45 min. |
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Rice |
20 min. |
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Risotto/Steam |
25 min. |
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Warm |
Stay ON |
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Never fill the pressure cooker more than half way with liquid and never fill a pressure cooker more than two thirds full with food.
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User Maintenance Instructions
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning, must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician.
Cleaning Instructions
CAUTION: NEVER IMMERSE BASE UNIT OR CORD IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID.
1.Ensure that the power supply cord is removed from the wall socket and from the unit before undertaking any cleaning task.
2.The appliance must be completely cool before undertaking any cleaning task.
3.You may clean the base of the unit using a damp soft cloth, do not under any circumstances submerge the base in water or any other liquid. Do not put the base under running water.
4.Remove the cooking pot from the base unit and wash under warm water with a mild detergent, then rinse and dry completely before placing it into the unit.
5.Use water and a damp cloth to clean the cooker lid, ensure that all the parts of the lid are dried completely before storing or re-use.
6.Clean the non-stick cooking pot with warm water and a mild detergent, use a soft cloth to clean it,
do not use any abrasive materials to clean the pot as it will scratch the non-stick pot. Clean the pressure release valve thoroughly and remove food particles, if any. Ensure the pot is completely dry before storing or re-use.
NOTE: Cooking pot can be washed in the dishwasher.
Storing instructions:
1.Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing
2.Store the pressure cooker with cooking pot inside the base unit; and the lid locked. Store assembled unit in a clean dry place.
3.Never store the pressure cooker while it is hot or wet.
4.Never wrap cord tightly around the appliance; keep it loosely coiled.
USDA Cooking Guidelines
PLEASE NOTE: Cook all food to these minimum internal temperatures as measured with a food thermometer before removing food from the heat source. For reasons of personal preference, consumers may choose
to cook food to higher temperatures. This chart is intended as a general guide by the USDA.
Product |
Minimum Internal Temperature & Rest Time |
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Beef, Pork, Veal & Lamb |
145 |
°F (62.8 °C) and allow to rest for at least 3 minutes |
Steaks, chops, roasts |
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Ground meats |
160 |
°F (71.1 °C) |
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Ham, fresh or smoked (uncooked) |
145 |
°F (62.8 °C) and allow to rest for at least 3 minutes |
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Fully Cooked Ham (to reheat) |
Reheat cooked hams packaged in USDA-inspected plants |
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to 140 °F (60 °C) and all others to 165 °F (73.9 °C). |
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Minimum Internal Temperature |
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All Poultry (breasts, whole bird, legs, |
165 |
°F (73.9 °C) |
thighs, and wings, ground poultry, |
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and stuffing) |
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Eggs |
160 |
°F (71.1 °C) |
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Fish & Shellfish |
145 |
°F (62.8 °C) |
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Leftovers |
165 |
°F (73.9 °C) |
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Casseroles |
165 |
°F (73.9 °C) |
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Recipes
Pressure Cooker Parmesan Risotto
Serves 6 to 8
•2 tablespoons unsalted butter
•1 small onion, finely chopped
•3 garlic cloves, minced
•2 cups Arborio rice
•white wine, a splash
•4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
•1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
•Salt and pepper
•Fresh chopped parsley, to serve
•1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved, to serve
1.Add butter to Pressure Cooker. SAUTÉ onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
2.Add garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3.Stir in raw rice and BROWN to toast lightly, about 5 minutes.
4.Add a splash of wine, stirring constantly, until almost evaporated, about 1 to 2 minutes.
5.Stir in 4 cups broth.
6.Add cover and lock into position.
7.Cook on RISOTTO/STEAM for 7 minutes.
8.RELEASE steam.
9.Stir for another minute or 2 until rice is tender and liquid has thickened.
10.Add Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Stir creamy risotto until cheese is melted and distributed throughout.
11.Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and shaved Parmesan, if desired.
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Recipes
Pressure Cooker Beef & Beans Chili
Makes 10 cups
•1 lb. ground beef
•1 medium onion, chopped
•1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped (for a spicier chili, use 1 poblano pepper)
•2 chipotle peppers* in adobo sauce, chopped (may substitute 2 teaspoons chipotle powder for a milder taste)
•1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from the chipotle peppers in adobo), if desired 2 cloves garlic, minced
•1 (29 oz.) can pinto beans with or without jalapenos (may substitute 2 (14.5 oz.)
cans dark red kidney beans, or any canned or packaged beans of your choice, drained and rinsed
•1 (14.5 oz.) can sliced stewed tomatoes, undrained (Mexican, if available)
•1 (16 oz.) container salsa
•3 tablespoons tomato paste
•1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
•1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
•1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
•2 tablespoons chili powder
•2 tablespoon taco seasoning
•2 teaspoons Kosher salt, to taste
•1 cup coffee (may substitute water)
•1 (14.5 oz.) can or 1 (13.5 oz.) package low sodium kidney beans
1.BROWN ground beef in the Pressure Cooker until brown and crumbly, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove browned ground beef, and drain excess fat, except for 2 teaspoons.
2.SAUTÉ onion and green pepper in remaining fat, for 3 to 4 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
3.Return meat to the Pressure Cooker; add all remaining ingredients (except 1 can beans) to the cooking pot and stir well to combine.
4.Add cover and lock into position.
5.Cook on STEW for 10 minutes.
6.Allow Pressure Cooker to advance to WARM for 10 minutes.
7.Release steam, remove the lid, stir the chili well.
8.Empty last container of kidney beans into a small bowl. Drain and rinse beans. Mash kidney beans using a potato masher. Add to cooking pot, stir well.
9.Allow chili to cool for one hour to overnight before serving. Chili will thicken as it rests.
*NOTE: Chipotle chilies are smoked jalapeno peppers.
Chipotles in adobo sauce come canned and are usually be found in the
Latin section of your supermarket. For a milder taste, use chipotle chili powder.
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Recipes
Lentil Soup
Serves 8
•1 tablespoon olive oil (may substitute canola oil)
•1 medium onion, chopped
•2 bay leaves
•1 teaspoon dried thyme
•2 teaspoons ground cumin
•8 cups all-natural vegetable broth
•2 cups dry lentils (green, brown, red, any combination)
•3 large carrots, diced into 1/2-inch chunks
•1 large Idaho potato, peeled and diced into 1/2 inch cubes
•1 teaspoon Kosher salt
•1 bunch fresh kale*, cleaned, de-veined and chopped into strips
•Kosher salt
•Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
*may substitute 1 bag prewashed baby spinach or regular spinach, cleaned and stemmed grated Parmesan cheese, to serve (optional)
1.Add olive oil to Pressure Cooker. SAUTÉ onion until soft, about 5 minutes.
2.Add the bay leaves, thyme, cumin, broth, lentils, and carrots and potato.
Stir well. Add cleaned and stemmed kale to the top of the Pressure Cooker pot.
3.Add cover and lock into position.
4.Cook on SOUP for 7 minutes
5.RELEASE steam.
6.Remove bay leaves.
7.Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8.Top with grated Parmesan as desired.
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Recipes
Pressure Cooker Pot Roast Dinner with Porcini Mushrooms
Serves 6 to 8
•1 (3-1/2 to 4 lb.) boneless beef chuck-eye roast, trimmed of large pieces of fat
•Kosher salt
•Black pepper
•4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces
•1 onion, cut into thick slices
•1/4 teaspoon baking soda
•1 cup beef broth
•2 teaspoons soy sauce
•2 bay leaves
•1/2 oz. dried porcini mushrooms (or any dried mushrooms of your choice)
•3 celery ribs, cut into large chunks
•3 carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
•4 Yukon gold potatoes, cut into large chunks
•1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (may substitute red wine vinegar)
•1 sprig fresh thyme
1.Roast should be pulled into 2 pieces at the natural seam and trimmed of large pieces of fat. Rub meat pieces generously with salt and pepper and set aside.
2.Add 2 tablespoons butter and baking soda to the Pressure Cooker.
SAUTÉ onion until it breaks down and liquid turns golden brown, about 7 to 8 minutes.
3.Stir in broth, soy sauce, and bay leaves, scraping up any browned bits.
4.Add dried mushrooms, celery, carrots and potato chunks to the bottom of the Pressure Cooker. Nestle roast pieces on top of veggies.
5.Add cover and lock into position.
6.Cook on MEAT, 1.00 hours.
7.RELEASE steam.
8.Transfer roast pieces to a carving board, tent with aluminum foil, and allow meat to rest for 20 minutes.
9.Prepare Gravy. Discard bay leaves. Strain liquid through fine-mesh strainer into fat separator. Transfer vegetables in strainer to blender. Allow liquid settle for 5 minutes, then pour defatted liquid into blender with cooked vegetables. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute.
Transfer gravy to Pressure Cooker. Add vinegar, thyme sprig, and 2 tablespoons chilled butter.
10.SAUTÉ 5 to 8 minutes or until sauce is thickened to half.
11.Remove thyme sprig from gravy and season with salt and pepper to taste.
12.Slice meat against the grain into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Transfer meat to serving platter.
13.Spoon half the gravy over meat. Remaining gravy can be served separately.
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