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Instruction Manual
Electric Pressure Cooker
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Every product that bears the PREETHI brand name has to pass a series of stringent quality
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values of Performance, Quality, Reliability & Safety. Our mission remains single-minded:
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home appliances.
Electric Pressure Cooker
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on purchasing a winner
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Preethi's new Electric Pressure Cooker . This inspired new design is another
unique product from Preethi Kitchen Appliances Pvt. Ltd., a market leader in kitchen appliances since 1978.
Preethi Electric Pressure Cooker stunning contemporary design and user friendly features is the
outcome of diligent research and extensive consumer feedback. The result is a product that makes your
everyday cooking fast, flexible and a lot of fun.
All Preethi products are designed to meet international standards in safety and quality. We encourage
you to read and store this reference guide carefully to ensure many years of trouble free and easy cooking!
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Table of contents
Electric Pressure Cooker
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Contents Page No
1. Technical Specifications
2. Know Your Electric Pressure Cooker
(Multi cooker)
3. Accessories
4. Assembly and Dismantling Instructions
(a). Gasket
(b). Exhaust Valve
5. Control Panel
6. How to use Your TWIST Multi cooker
7. How to use Your TOUCH Multi cooker
8. Special Features of your Touch Multi cooker
9. Do’s & Don’ts
10.Cleaning
11.Troubleshooting
12.Warranty Card
13.Customer Care
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In pursuance of our policy of continuous product improvement, specifications are subject to change without notice.
Voltage: 230V ~ 50 Hz
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EPC 003
5 litre
6 Cups
Cooking - 900 W
Aluminium Nonstick Coated
Detachable PVC insulated 3 core
with earthing
5.2 kg
315 (L) x 315 (W) x 330 (H)
EPC 004
5 litre
6 Cups
Cooking - 900 W
Aluminium Nonstick Coated
Detachable PVC insulated 3 core
with earthing
5.6 kg
315 (L) x 315 (W) x 330(H)
Model No.
Pan Capacity
Maximum Rice Capacity
Power Consumption
Cooking Pan
Power Cord
Gross Weight (approx)
Size of Carton (in mm)
Technical Specifications
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Know your Electric Pressure Cooker
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Handle cover
Safety eye
Exhaust valve
Upper cover handle
Handle cover
Safety eye
Exhaust valve
Upper cover handle
Anti-block shield
Handle cover
Inner pot
Exterior pot
Housing
Base
Control panel
Rice paddle shelf
Anti-block shield
Handle cover
Inner pot
Exterior pot
Housing
Base
Control panel
Rice paddle shelf
Special lid
location
design
Special lid
location
design
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Accessories
Before First Use
1. Remove Ladle, Measuring Cup and
packing material from product.
2. Wash the Inner Pan.
3. Read instruction manual carefully.
Assembly and Dismantling Instruction
Exhaust valve
Remove
Attach
1. Place the Lid as shown in figure.
2. Locate the Gasket around the locating ring
and push gently to fix.
3. Pull gently to remove.
above
Gasket
Press down
Remove
Pull up
TWIST & TOUCH Electric Pressure Cooker
1. Hold Exhaust valve and pull
directly upwards as shown
(Do not pull at an angle)
Attach
1. During assembly make sure
the indicator faces the front of
the cooker.
2. Locate the Exhaust valve on
the steam vent and push
down gently to fix in place.
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Measuring Cup
Scoop
Flat
Exhaust
valve
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Control Panel
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How to use your TWIST Multi cooker
OPEN
CLOSE
Hold the lid handle and rotate it clockwise until the Lid cover
mark “ ” aligns with “ ” of outer casing.
Add ingredients and water to the Inner Pan using the
measuring cup. (Refer table 1)
1.
2.
Note: The above proportion is suggested and can vary depending upon the quality of ingredients
and individual taste preferences.
Opening the Lid
OPEN
CLOSE
Water in CupsIngredients ( For 1 Cup )
Rice
Pongal
Pulao/Biriyani
Meat
Idly
Gravy
Channa
(Soak minimum 4 hour)
Chicken
2 - 2½
2½ - 3
1-1½
4 - 5 (per kg)
1½ (Add in Inner Pan)
as per user preference
as per User preference
as per User preference
Table -1
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Release Position
OPEN
CLOSE
Ensure that there are no foreign particles on the Heater surface.
Ensure the outer surface of the Inner Pan is dry before placing
into the Multi cooker.
Then place the Inner Pan in the Multi cooker carefully and rotate
lightly as shown in figure.
Make sure that the Inner Pan is seated properly in the cooker.
If the Inner Pan is not positioned correctly, the Multi cooker will
not work properly and the heater can get damaged.
Hold the lid handle and rotate it anticlockwise until the Lid cover
mark “ ” aligns with “ ” of outer casing.
Ensure the Pressure Valve is in Pressure position except in idly
menu function. For idly function it should be in release position.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10
Pressure Position
Release
Pressure
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Menu
Pressure Holding
Time in minute
Remarks
Idly
Gravy
Pongal
Rice
Pulao/Biriyani
Chicken
Meat
Channa
Cake
3
7
9
10
13
15
20
25
30
Power Should be
switched off manually
after cooking.
Auto cutoff after
Cooking.
* Total Cooking Time = Pressure building time + Pressure Holding time.
* Pressure Building time varies as per quantity of ingredients and water
* Pressure Building time will vary approx from 5 to 20 minute
Switch on the Multi cooker and the Warm indicator will glow.
Turn the switch knob clockwise to select the desired menu
function. Then the cook indicator will glow.
Refer the table below for approximate cooking time.
10.
11.
12.
TWIST Multi cooker
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After Cooking, the Multi cooker switch knob will go to off
position and the Warm indicator will glow.
Then position the Pressure release valve as shown in figure
to release steam and open the Lid.
Note :The food can be kept in Warm mode for 4 hour, if you
do not wish to consume immediately.
After 4 hour the food will start to become dry so switch off
your Multi cooker.
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14.
tWait for 5 - 10 minute after cooking before opening
tGrease Inner Pan with ghee or oil to prevent food from crusting or sticking to the Inner Pan.
tFor foods that tend to crust easily (like Pongal, Rava Kesari, etc.) pour a spoon or two of ghee
on the bottom of the Inner Pan, before putting other ingredients into the Inner Pan.
tAvoid use of hard water, as it will increase cooking time.
For best results:-
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Release Position
Pressure Position
Release
Pressure
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How to use your TOUCH Multi cooker
1. Follow the steps 1 - 9 prescribed in How to use Twist Multi cooker.
2. Connect the power cord to the wall socket and switch on.
3. The LED display and Keep Warm indicator will start blinking
with beep sound.
4. Select the desired menu function on the control panel by
gently pressing the soft touch button.
5. The menu indicator will start glowing.
6. Select preferred texture mode by pressing texture button.
(Default is medium)
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9
20
6
15
20
10
10
12
25
15
8
20
25
12
15
30
10
25
30
Menu
Pressure Holding Time in minute
Texture
Coarse
Medium Well Done
Rice
Pongal
Pulao/Biriyani
Meat
Idly
Gravy
Chicken
Channa
* Total Cooking Time = Pressure building time + Pressure Holding time.
* Pressure Building time varies as per quantity of ingredients and water
* Pressure Building time will vary approx from 5 to 20 minute
TOUCH Multi cooker
7. In few seconds the Multi cooker will beep 3 times and display will
stop blinking.
8. Now the cooking cycle starts and pressure will build.
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9. When the required pressure is built inside the cooker the
display will indicate pressure holding time in minute and will
start to count down.
10.After cooking, the cooker will give beep sound and goes to
Keep Warm mode.
For best results:- Wait for 5 - 10 minute after cooking before
opening.
11.Then position the Pressure release valve to release steam
and open the Lid.
Note :The food can be kept in Keep Warm mode for 4 hour, if
you do not wish to consume immediately.
After 4 hour the food will start to become dry so switch off your
Multi cooker.
Seasoning:
For Masala frying for Pongal, Pulao/Biriyani, Gravy menus Multi cooker will operate even
without closing the lid. After this add the ingredients and follow the cooking instructions prescribed in
How to use your TOUCH & TWIST Multi cooker.
TOUCH Multi cooker
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Timer
Idly
Gravy
Chicken
Channa
Rice
Pongal
Pulao/
Biriyani
Meat
Texture
On-demand
Pressure
Keep Warm
Cancel
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Special Features of your TOUCH Multi cooker
On Demand Pressure
Repeat steps 1-3 from page 13 (How to use TOUCH Multi cooker)
Press “ ON Demand Pressure” Button.
The display will indicate 30 minute by default.
You can adjust the time from 1-60 minute by pressing or button
to increase or decrease the time respectively.
The display will indicate the set time and will count down after the
pressure is built.
After cooking, your Multi cooker will automatically follow steps 10&11
from page 15 (How to use TOUCH Multi cooker)
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
For cooking a dish other than those available in preset menu,
you can use on demand pressure mode.
Timer
Idly
Gravy
Chicken
Channa
Rice
Pongal
Pulao/
Biriyani
Meat
Texture
On-demand
Pressure
Keep Warm
Cancel
Timer
On-demand
Pressure
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Texture
This function is used to vary textures of the food, from Coarse to
Medium to Well done based on your preference
This function is not applicable for Rice and Idly.
Timer
This function is used to set a predefined time to start the cooking
process.
Procedure
1. After selecting the preset menu, press timer.
2. The display will indicate 2 hour by default.
3. Adjust time by pressing or button to increase or decrease
the time
4. The time can be set between 2 to 24 Hour
5. The food will be ready once the preset time counts down.
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Timer
Idly
Gravy
Chicken
Channa
Rice
Pongal
Pulao/
Biriyani
Meat
Texture
On-demand
Pressure
Keep Warm
Cancel
Timer
On-demand
Pressure
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Do’s
Don’t s
1. Fix Plug firmly in to the Socket of 230 V ~ 50 Hz only with
proper earthing.
2. Be careful while handling the Inner Pan when it is hot.
3. Use only Plastic Ladle provided to stir or remove Rice, etc
from Inner Pan. To avoid scratches incase of non stick
coated Inner Pan Model.
4. Unplug from power source after cooking is over, while
cleaning and when not in use.
5. Keep Cooker away from heat, direct sunlight, stoves,
burners and ovens.
6. Clean Inner Pan with mild detergent and water .
7. Use the provided Inner Pan and Lid only.
8. Use the cleaning sponge to clean Inner Pan.
9. Clean the Pressure and Lid release Valve properly after
cooking regularly.
10.Select the proper menu with respect to the ingredients put
into the Inner Pan for cooking.
1. Do not wash Rice in the Inner Pan.
2. Do not operate unless Inner Pan is in proper position.
3. Do not operate if the Plug and Cord is damaged or if the Inner
Pan is dented or damaged.
4. Do not cook more than the maximum capacity of the Inner
Pan.
5. Do not open Lid while Multi cooker is in cooking mode or
before the cooker switches to Warm mode.
6. Do not use Warm function to re-heat cold rice.
7. Do not keep food in Warm position for more than 4 hour, as
the texture, flavour and taste of food may change.
8. Do not wash or immerse the Multi cooker Body in water or any
other liquid.
9. Do not use Inner Pan to cook food on gas or electric stove.
10.Do not use any other Lid or Inner pan than provided.
11.Do not Tamper/Modify or attempt to repair the Multi cooker on
your own as this may cause electric shock. In case of any
problem call any of our nearest Preethi Customer Care
Centres.
12.Do not touch Pressure Release Valve area and stainless
steel area on the Lid while in operation.
13.Do not add heavy object on valve or try to replace with other
object.
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Before cleaning, unplug the Multi cooker and
wait till the product cools down completely.
Body :
Wipe the outer body with soft damp cloth.
Lid:
Using clear water, clean the cover, including
the Gasket, Exhaust valve, Pressure release
safety cap, Pressure release valve and Lid
release valve, and wipe it. After cleaning
install it on the cover correctly.
1. Fill ½ litre of luke warm water and one
teaspoon of any mild cleaning powder
2. Allow to soak for 10 to 15 minute.
3. Clean with cleaning sponge.
4. Rinse and dry.
Inner Pan
NEVER pour water on Heater or Thermostat.
Put rice, other Ingredients and water in Inner
Pan only.
Ensure Inner Pan is totally dry, before placing
in Multi cooker.
1.
2.
3.
WARNING
CAUTION
NEVER OPERATE WITHOUT PROPER EARTHING
Do not immerse the Multi cooker in water or
wash with splashing water.
Cleaning
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Troubleshooting
Please carry out a careful examination before sending the unit for repair.
S/N
Problem Possible Reason
Action
Difficult to close the
Top Lid
Gasket not positioned well
Locate the gasket well
Push rod jammed by Lid
release valve
Push the push rod lightly with
your hand
Lid release valve fails to fall
after Pressure release
Press the Lid release valve
lightly
Closing the Lid immediately
after opening the Lid after
cooking.
Wait for some time & allow it to
cool a while
No Gasket Put the Gasket according to
the requirement
Gasket contains food particles Clean the Gasket ring
Gasket worn out Replace the Gasket ring
contact our Customer Care
Top Lid not closed firmly Close the top Lid firmly
1.
Leakage from Cover
2.
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S/N
Problem Possible Reason
Action
Lid release valve
unable to rise after the
maximum cooking
time is over
Pressure from
pressure release valve
continues to escape
Excessive food Ingredients and
water inside Inner Pan
Leakage from top Lid or
pressure release valve
Pressure valve not in sealing
position
Pressure control has failed
Put food and water as stated
on page 9
Push the Lid release valve
lightly with a hand
Slide the pressure release
valve to the sealing position
Open the top Lid after the
pressure lowers down &
contact-nearest Preethi’s
service centre
4.
5.
Leakage from Lid
release valve
Food particles stuck to the Lid
release valve gasket
Lid release valve gasket
worn out
Clean the Lid release valve
gasket
Replace the Lid release valve
gasket
3.
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S/N
Problem Possible Reason
Action
Lamp not glowing
after power on
Poor contact with power
socket
Please inspect the socket
6.
Rice half cooked/too
hard
Too little water added Add more water
7.
Rice too soft
Too much water added
Add water as specified
next time
8.
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YOUR COMMENTS on the performance of your
Cooker and suggestions for product improvement. IN CASE OF
COMPLAINTS write to us directly or call Tel. No.: 91-44-2432 8822
(Chennai).
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TE R M S & C O N DI T IO N S O F W A R RA N TY A N D S E R VI C E P O L IC Y
01. Retain the original sale bill and the , which should be shown to our
Service Personnel for Scrutiny while sending your Multi cooker for service to our
Authorised Service Centre.
02. The Warr ant y doe s not c ove r dam age t o the M ult i cooker due to m ishandl ing ,
negligence, breakage or cracking of plastic parts.
03. The Electric Pressure Cooker should not be tampered with or opened by any unauthorised
person, If the Electric Pressure Cooker is tampered with or opened by any unauthorised
person the Warranty is void.
04. All repairs within the 1 year Warranty period (arising from manufacturing defects) will
be don e ‘Free o f Char ge’. Our Custom er Car e Centres w ill no t charge yo u for
components or labour.
05. Free service and replacement under Warranty does not affect the expiry date of the Warranty.
06. For repairs after the expiry of the Warranty period, our Customer Care Centre will levy a
nominal charge on components replaced. There is no labour charge and ser vice is free.
07. The Warranty is valid only in the country of purchase.
08. Defective components which are exchanged both under ‘Chargeable’ & ‘Free of
Charge’ basis, become the property of the Company.
09. All our Customer Care Centres display a list showing the MAXIMUM RETAIL PRICE of
all Electric Pressure Cooker spares.
10. You are entitled to a free check up every 6 months with any of our Customer Care Centres listed in
this Manual.
11.
Warranty Card
Warranty is void if the Electric Pressure Cooker is used for any purpose other than domestic use.
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EPC 003 / EPC 004
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EPC 003 / EPC 004
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WARRANTY CARD
Electric Pressure Cooker
EPC 003 / EPC 004
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