Bravetti PC104 User Manual

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Pressure Cooker

Use and Care Instructions

Model PC104

For information or assistance

call 514-842-8691

EURO-PRO Corporation

178 West Service Rd.

Champlain, NY 12919

CAUTION!

Read all instructions in this book before using.
Be sure you understand all operating instructions before using
the pressure cooker.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property,
follow basic safety precautions when using this appliance,
including the following:

1. Read all instructions carefully.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. Close supervision is necessary when the pressure cooker
is used near children.

4. Do not place the pressure cooker in a heated oven.

5. Extreme caution must be used when moving a pressure
cooker containing hot liquids.

6. Do not use the pressure cooker for other than intended
use.

7. This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may
result in scalding injury. Make certain unit is properly
closed before operating.

8. Do not fill the unit over 2/3 full. When cooking foods that
expand during cooking such as rice and dried vegetables,
do not fill the unit over 1/2 full. Cooker is marked with 2/3
(MAX) fill lines.

9. Do not cook foods such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl
barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, pasta and
rhubarb in the pressure cooker. These foods tend to
foam, froth and sputter and may block the pressure
release device.

10. Always check the pressure release devices for clogging
before each use.

11. Do not attempt to open cover until internal pressure has
been reduced.

12. Do not use this pressure cooker for pressure frying with oil
or shortening.

13. Never operate the cooker under pressure without any liquid
inside. Do not allow the cooker to boil dry.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

Rev. 1101A

8 Qt. Pot

Main Components

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FIVE (5) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

EURO-PRO CORPORATION warrants this product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase when utilized for normal
household use.
If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within
the warranty period, return the complete appliance and accessories, freight prepaid to:

U.S. EURO-PRO Corporation, 178 West Service Rd., Champlain, N.Y. 12919.
Canada: EURO-PRO Corporation, 4400 Bois Franc, St. Laurent, Quebec, H4S 1A7

If the appliance is found by EURO-PRO to be defective in material or workmanship, EURO-PRO
will repair or replace it free of charge. Proof of purchase date and $14.95 to cover the cost of
return shipping and handling must be included.*
The liability of EURO-PRO Corporation is limited solely to the cost of the repair or replacement of

the unit at our option. This warranty does not cover the sealing ring, molded handles, nor does it
cover damage resulting from misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, overheating, improper repair,
commercial use, or failure to follow instructions included. This limited warranty does not cover
damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal and/or
conventional warranties. The responsibility of EURO-PRO Corporation if any, is limited to the
specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the terms of the limited warranty. In no event is
EURO-PRO Corporation liable for incidental or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever.
Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from

state to state.

*Important: Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping. Be sure to include proof

of purchase date and to attach tag to item before packing with your name, complete
address and phone number with a note giving purchase information, model number and
what you believe is the problem with item. We recommend you insure the package (as
damage in shipping is not covered by your warranty). Mark the outside of your package
“ATTENTION CUSTOMER SERVICE”.

3.5 Qt. Pot

Tempered Glass Lid

Features:

• Pressure Selector Dial for 3 internal pressure settings.

• Quick Pressure Release.

• Cool Touch Handle.

• Encapsulated Thermic Base for superior heat distribution, 18/10 stainless steel
body for strength, lasting beauty and easy care.

• Handle Lock Release Mechanism for one handed opening and closing of lid.
The mechanism design prevents the lid from being opened when any pressure
exists inside of the unit.

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OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD

Please fill out and mail the product registration card within ten (10) days of purchase in order to
validate the foregoing Limited Warranty. The registration will enable us to contact you in the
unlikely event of a product safety notification. By returning this card you acknowledge to have
read and understood the instructions for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying
instructions.

RETURN TO EURO-PRO CORPORATION, 178 WEST SERVICE RD., CHAMPLAIN, N.Y. 12919
IN CANADA: 4400 Bois Franc, St. Laurent, QUEBEC, H4S 1A7

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Appliance model
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Date purchased Name of store
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Owner’s name
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Address City State/Prov. Zip/Postal Code

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Tips for cooking in your new pressure cooker:

USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Meats & Poultry:

When adapting recipes for braised meats, allow 20 minutes cooking time per pound
of meat. Use 1 cup liquid for the first pound and ½ cup for each additional pound.

For steam-roasting poultry and meats, brown first in oil for better appearance.

Rice:

When cooking rice and grains, add 1 Tbs. butter or oil per cup to reduce foaming and
clogging the pressure valve.

Since rice doubles in size when cooked, be sure to use only half as much uncooked
rice as the cooker’s capacity allows. For example, never cook more than 1 ¾ cups
raw rice in the 3 ½ qt. pressure pan and no more than 4 cups raw rice in the 8 qt.
pressure pan.

Because rice will be slightly sticky when cooked in a pressure cooker, it is best to use
a slow release method. For example, allow cooling naturally or else slowly releasing
pressure one level at a time.

To prevent burning, use a heat diffuser if available, or bring to pressure on a
medium-high heat setting.

Beans:

Although it is not necessary to pre-soak beans for pressure-cooking, there are some
advantages. Since the gas-inducing properties of beans are water soluble, soaking
reduces their effects. Always drain the soaking water from the beans and cook with
fresh water. Soaking also cuts down the cooking time and keeps the bean skins from
separating from the flesh.

If you don’t have time to soak the beans overnight, use the Hot Soaking Method:
Use 5 cups water for every 8 oz. dried beans, pressure cook on low pressure for 3
minutes, remove from heat source and let stand 1-4 hours.

Always use at least 2 Tbs. of oil when cooking beans to reduce sputtering.

Always use the natural or slow release method to reduce pressure

Clean lid and vents thoroughly after cooking rice or beans.

Desserts:

Many desserts can be pressure-cooked, especially those that use eggs/and or are
cooked over a hot water bath, such as custards, bread puddings and cheesecakes.

Use a dish that easily fits inside pressure cooker allowing 1 inch of space around the
edge. The larger pressure cooker works best for this.

Seal the dish completely with foil to keep liquid from seeping into the dessert. Soak
up any moisture on top of foil before removal.

For easy removal, place dish inside steamer basket or, make a sling out of aluminum
foil.

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Please read these instructions carefully before using the

cookware for the first time.

• Before first use, wash the pressure cooker and lightly oil the seal ring.

• Put at least 1 1/2 cups of water/liquid in the pot with the food. Never
fill the pot more than two-thirds full.

• Lock the lid.

• Turn pressure selector to the desired pressure: (I) Low, (II) Medium,
(III) High. See cooking chart on page 3 for guidance.

• Turn the heat source to high until the pressure reaches the desired
setting. Once the cooker has reached its intended pressure, a red
dot will appear in the pressure indicator window. As pressure builds
up, it is normal for a small amount of steam to be released from
around the edges of the cooker and handles. Also at this time, you
may hear a hissing sound. This is normal. Reduce the heat to the

minimum required to maintain pressure.

• Set a timer for precise timing. See cooking chart on page 3 as a
guide.

• When the cooking time is complete, release the pressure by using
either of the methods described on page 6 in this manual.

• Slowly and carefully turn the pressure selector dial “in steps” to the
“Open” position (0) and unlock the lid by pulling the handle and lifting
the lid up. Open the lid away from you.

• NEVER USE FORCE TO OPEN THE COOKER. NEVER OPEN

THE LID TOWARDS YOUR FACE.

• After use, wash, rinse and dry all parts. Lightly oil the seal. Store the
lid upside down on the pot.

• All components of the pressure cooker set are dishwasher safe

EXCEPT

the pressure cooker lid.

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