Power PPC790 User Manual

For Model #PPC790

Congratulations...

You are about to discover what so many other food lovers have known for years.

Simply, that meals prepared properly with the pressure cooking method taste better and cook faster than foods prepared using conventional stove top methods.

For decades, our culinary design division has created some of the most useful and popular kitchen appliances for worldwide use.

The Power Pressure Cooker XL™ is the latest in our distinguished line.

We have tested and perfected the right combination of metals, cooking surfaces

and digital technology guaranteed to help you get mealtime raves from the whole family.

Once familiar with the “one-touch” pre-set system, you’ll find that many of your favorite family recipes can be cooked perfectly in a fraction of the time.

The sealed cooking chamber builds up heat and pressure. The result ... more flavor stays locked within the food and less energy is wasted in a shorter cooking time.

The “sealed” cooking process eliminates messy stove top spills while “trapping” heat, making for cooler kitchens and easier cleanups.

The Power Pressure Cooker XL™ will provide you many years of delicious family meals and memories around the dinner table… but before you begin it is very important that you read this entire manual making certain that you

are totally familiar with its operation and precautions.

Index

Topic		Page
Important Safeguards / Special Features		1-2
Built-In Safety Features / Parts and Accessories		3
Before First Use / Care and Cleaning		4-5
Digital Control Panel		6
Program Settings / Important Information		7
Pressure Cooking Tables / Unit Specifications / FAQs		8
PRESSURE CANNING GUIDE		9
Food Acidity / Raw Packing and Hot Packing		10
Processing Time and Pressure / Safe Canning Tips		11
Getting Started		12
Power Cooker Pressure Canning Process	13-14
Three Layer Rack— User Instructions		15
Limited Warranty		16

Important Safeguards

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

•Read and follow all instructions carefully.

•This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are under the supervision of a responsible person or have been given proper instruction in using the appliance. This appliance is not intended for use by children.

•Always be sure the float valve is on correctly before use. Incorrect assembly may prevent the cooker from building pressure or allow steam to come out from the sides of the Lid (See page 7 for assembly).

•Do not touch hot surfaces. Use Handles or knobs.

•To protect against electric shock do not immerse or rinse cords or plugs in water or other liquid.

•This appliance should never be operated by children and special care should be taken when the unit is in use in their presence.

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

•Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

•Do not use any attachments or utensils that were not recommended or supplied by the manufacturer. The use of attachments not recommended for use by the manufacturer may cause serious hazardous situations including personal injury.

•Do not use outdoors.

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

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

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

•Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, set any control to “Off,” then remove plug from wall outlet.

•Do not use appliance for anything other than its intended use.

•This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injury. Make certain unit is properly closed before operating. See Instructions For Use.

•Never fill the unit above the MAX LINE in the Inner Pot (Illustration

#2, page 4). When using foods that expand during cooking such as rice or dried beans, follow the recipe for “pressure cooking” those products, and as a rule of thumb, do not fill the unit above the “halfway” point. Overfilling may cause clogging, allowing excess pressure to develop. See Instructions For Use.

•Be aware that certain foods, such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, and spaghetti, can foam, froth, sputter, and

clog the pressure release device (steam vent). Recipes using these items must be followed carefully to avoid problems.

•Always check the pressure release devices for clogs before use.

•Do not open the Power Pressure Cooker XL until the unit has cooled and all internal pressure has been released. If the unit is difficult to open, this indicates that the cooker is still pressurized – do not force it open. Any pressure in the cooker can be hazardous.

See Instructions For Use.

•Do not use this pressure cooker for pressure frying with oil.

•This appliance has been designed for use with a 3 prong, grounded, 120V electrical outlet only. Do not use any other electrical outlet.

•ThePowerPressureCookerXLgeneratesextremeheatandsteam initsoperation.Allnecessaryprecautionsmustbetakentoavoidfire, burns and other personal injury during its operation.

•WheninoperationthePowerPressureCookerXLrequiressufficient air space on all sides including top and bottom. Never operate the unit near any flammable materials such as dish towels, paper towels, curtains, paper plates, etc.

•Always plug the electrical cord directly into the wall outlet. Never use this unit with an extension cord of any kind.

•Anyone who has not fully read and understood all operating and safety instructions contained in this manual is not qualified to operate or clean this appliance.

•If this unit falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water, unplug it from the wall outlet immediately. Do not reach into the water!

•Do not operate this appliance on an unstable surface.

•If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair a malfunctioning appliance!

•NEVERFORCEOPENthePowerPressureCookerXL.Ifyouneed to open the Power Pressure Cooker XL, press the ”KEEP WARM/ CANCEL” button and using tongs or a kitchen tool carefully rotate the Pressure Release Valve to the OPEN position (fig. 4, page 4) to fully release the building pressure inside the cooker. Make sure that all the steam has dissipated from the cooker. Carefully turn the Handle clockwise to open. Always open the Lid away from you to avoid skin contact with any remaining heat or steam.

•CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, COOK ONLY IN THE REMOVABLE CONTAINER. Do not immerse the housing or base in water. Before use, clean the bottom of the

Inner Pot and the surface of the heater plate… insert the Inner Pot, turning it slightly clockwise and counterclockwise until you are sure it is sitting correctly on the heater plate. Failure to do so will prevent proper operation and may cause damage to the unit.

•CAUTION HOT SURFACES. This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of personal injury, fires, and damage to property.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Important Safeguards (continued)

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS		ELECTRIC POWER

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Do not use an extension cord with this product.

If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a dedicated electrical circuit.

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

SPECIAL FEATURES

•The Digital Display on your Power Pressure Cooker XL offers a wide range of choices including Low Temp Cooking, Stewing, Steaming and much more.

•Cooking Time and Pressure Levels may be adjusted to suit any recipe or personal preference. At the completion of the cooking cycle, the unit will automatically shift to the KEEP WARM mode.

•Digital Pressure Cooking utilizes temperatures up to 248O F (120O C) creating a more sterile and healthier environment when compared to traditional cooking methods.

•The Pressure Vent feature allows you to lower pressure quickly and completely. To do so, carefully rotate the Pressure Release Valve to

the Vent position using tongs or another kitchen tool. Never use bare hands.

CAUTION: During this process protect your skin from any contact with escaping steam.

• The STEAM mode heats cooking liquid in the Inner Pot to a boil in a matter of minutes, for steaming and cooking an endless variety of foods.

•The KEEP WARM mode holds and keeps cooked food warm for an extended period of time. Foods kept at KEEP WARM mode for periods beyond 4 hours may lose their good flavor and texture.

Built-In Safety Features

1.	Lid Safety Device: Prevents pressure build-up if			5. “Spring-Loaded”	Safety	Pressure Release:
	Lid is not closed properly and prevents Lid from			Should all safety features listed above fail, this
	opening until all pressure is released.			“spring-loaded” device located beneath the
2.	Pressure and Temperature Sensor Controls:			heating element will automatically lower the
	Maintain even heat and pressure by			Inner Pot, causing it to separate automatically
	automatically activating or deactivating the			from the Rubber Gasket. This will enable
	power supply.			the steam and pressure to automatically
3.	“Back-up” Safety Release	Valve:	Should	escape around	the pot Lid,		avoiding	a
				dangerous situation.
	the Temperature/Pressure	Sensor	device
				6. Temperature “Cut-Off”		Device:	Should	the
	malfunction, causing pressure to		build
	beyond maximum setting, the “Back-Up” will			unit malfunction and cause the internal
	automatically “kick in” and release the built			temperature to rise beyond the “Safe” limit,
	up pressure.			this device will cut-off the power supply and
4.	“Clog Resistant” Feature: Prevents food from			will not automatically reset.

blocking the steam release port.

Power Pressure Cooker XL PARTS & ACCESSORIES

IMPORTANT: Your Power Pressure Cooker XLTM has been shipped with the components	Condensation
shown above. Check everything carefully before use. If any part is missing or damaged do	Collector
not use this product and contact shipper using the customer service number located on the
back cover of the owner’s manual.

General Operating Instructions

BEFORE THE FIRST USE

Before using the Power Pressure Cooker XL for the first time, wash the Inner Pot, the Lid and the Rubber Gasket (pictured below # 1) with warm soapy water. Rinse with clean water and dry thoroughly.

To ensure correct fitting of the Rubber Gasket, fill the Inner Pot (pictured below, #2) with water about 2/3 full, place the Lid on the cooker (pictured below, #3), then Rotate the Pressure Release Valve to the Lock position and run on CANNING mode for 10 minutes. When the cycle is complete, using tongs or another kitchen tool, carefully rotate the Pressure Release Valve to the Open position (pictured below, #4) allowing all pressure to escape. Let the appliance cool to room temperature. Pour out the water. Rinse and towel dry the Inner Pot. The Power Pressure Cooker XL is now ready for use.

#1 Lid (underside) Rubber Gasket	#2 Inner Pot
	Note Max Fill Line

For proper cleaning the Rubber Gasket should be removed. Using the Pull Tab located beneath the Lid, remove the Pot Lid Liner that holds the Gasket. After cleaning, re-attach Gasket to Lid Liner and snap back in place.

#3 Placing The Lid On The Cooker

Place Inner Pot into the unit. Never load Inner Pot above the MAX line. Rotate the Inner Pot to make certain that it is seated properly.

Place Lid on Cooker with Handle and Recessed Valve (Fig. A) pointed to the “10:00 o’clock” position. Rotate Lid counter-clockwise until you feel a click.

HOT Lid WARNING: Use black composite Handle only when opening Lid. The stainless steal parts become very hot and could burn your hands.

2/3

Open Position

Lock Position

#4 Pressure Release Valve

WARNING: Never use your hand to set the Pressure Release Valve in the Open Position after any cooking process. Use tongs or some other kitchen tool.

Condensation Collector

The Condensation Collector easily picks up any moisture that may drip off when using your Power Pressure Cooker XL.

Simply align and push the collector into the channels on the back of the cooker. Empty and clean after each use.