Bravetti PC107HA User Manual

Electronic Pressure Cooker

OWNER’S MANUAL

Model PC107HA 120V., 60Hz., 900 Watts

EURO-PRO OPERATING LLC

Boston, MA, 02465

1 (800) 798-7398

www.euro-pro.com.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your Pressure Cooker basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using your Pressure Cooker.

2. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons, do not immerse cord, plugs, or the pressure cooker housing in water or other liquid.

3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always use handles or knobs.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to EURO-PRO Operating LLC for examination, repair or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachme nts not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

8. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

9. To avoid possible steam damage, place pressure cooker away from walls or cabinets during use.

10. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the appliance to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.

11. To disconnect, press the “Cancel” button, then remove the plug from electrical outlet. Always hold the plug, and never pull the cord.

12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

13. Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or utensils must not be inserted in the appliance, as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.

14. This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injury. Make certain unit is properly closed before operating. See “Operating Instructions”.

15. A fire may occur if the appliance is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls and the like when in operation.

16. Do not attempt to dislodge food when appliance is plugged in.

17. Always check the pressure release devices for clogging before use.

18. Do not fill the unit over 2/3 full. When cooking foods that expand during cooking such as rice or dried vegetables, do not fill the unit over 1/2

full. See “Tips for Cooking with your Pressure Cooker”.

19. Do not cook foods such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, or spaghetti. These foods tend to foam, froth and sputter, and may block the steam release valve.

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

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

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

23. Always wear protective, insulated ove n mitts when opening the pressure release valve.

24. Do not use this appliance outdoors.

25. Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.

26. Keep hands and face away from steam release valve when releasing pressure.

27. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in the removable cooking pot. Never place anything into the housing.

28. Do not use without the removable cooking pot in place.

29. Do not cover the pressure release valve with anything or lock it in place as an explosion may occur.

30. Use extreme caution when removing the cover after cooking. Serious burns can result from steam inside. Always lift and tilt the cover away from you and allow water to drip into the unit.

31. Never remove the cover while the pressure cooker is in operation.

32. Let the pressure cooker cool before removing the cover.

33. Do not use with foods that can overcook easily and quickly.

Grounding Instructions

This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding

conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug illustrated at right. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adaptor should be used with this appliance.

1. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

2. Do not use an extension cord. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

Please Note:

1. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

2. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.

3. If a long cord or extension cord is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (2) the extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and (3) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.

WARNING: Danger of Scalding. Please use caution when using the pressure cooker. The steam emitted from this appliance is very hot.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

REV 06/06A

Table of Contents

General Information for Cooking with Pressure Cookers

Safety Instructions 1 Grounding Instructions 2 General Information for Cooking with Pressure Cookers 4 Getting to Know Your Programmable Pressure Cooker 5 - 7 Troubleshooting Safety Features of Your Pressure Cooker Preparing Your Pressure Cooker Using Your Pressure Cooker Cooking with Pre-Set Buttons Cooking without Pre-Set Buttons Releasing Steam Pressure Using the “Keep Warm” Feature Cleaning and Storage Tips for Cooking with Your Pressure Cooker To Order Replacement Parts Suggested Cooking Guide Recipes Warranty

7 8 9 9 - 10 11 11 12 13 13 14 14 15 16 17

Q. What is pressure-cooking? A.

Pressure cooking is a method of cooking in a sealed pot that does not permit air or liquids to escape below a preset pressure. The water's boiling point increases as the pressure increases. The pressure built up inside the cooker permits the liquid in the pot to rise to a temperature higher than 212°F (100°C) before boiling. The higher temperature causes the food to cook faster.

Q. What are the advantages of

pressure cookers?

Pressure cookers offer a convenient and quicker method of cooking other than cooking on a regular stove top or oven.

Q. What happens when the

cooker heats up?

The body of your pressure cooker is made of metal. Heat makes metal expand. When using the pressure cooker for browning, allow the pressure cooker to cool slightly before placing the cover onto the pot and locking it in place.

Q. What if I am cooking at higher

altitudes?

A. When you cook at higher altitudes

the cooking time must be increased slightly. To adapt the recipes for pressure-cooking, increase the cooking time by 5% for every 1,000 feet above a 2,000 foot elevation.

Q. What kind of liquids are

suitable for use in a pressur e cooker.

Any liquids that contain water such as beer, wine, meat or vegetable stocks, vegetable juices and fruit juices.

Q. What type of liquids SHOULD

NOT be used in a pressure cooker?

Any liquid that does not contain water such as oils or oil-based marinades and/or dressings. Milk and milk-based foods and sauces or liquids should not be used, as they will foam when boiling. These liquids should be added after the pressure cooking process is completed and the cooker is opened.

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