Presto 06000 Instruction Manual

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Kitchen Kettle

multi-cooker/steamer

• So versatile, you’ll use it
every day.

• Steams, stews, roasts, boils,
and deep fries.

• Easy to clean. Nonstick
surface, inside and out.

InstructIons

2006 by National Presto Industries, Inc.

Visit us on the web at www.GoPresto.com

This is a Listed appliance. The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable ap­pliance manufacturers.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage, 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 or burns, do not immerse heat control or magnetic cord assembly in

water or other liquid.

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

5. Be sure handle is properly assembled to basket and locked in place. See detailed assembly instructions

on page 3.

6. Do not let children handle or put electrical cords or plugs in their mouths.

7. Always attach heat control and magnetic cord assembly to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall

outlet. To disconnect heat control and magnetic cord, turn control to “OFF”, remove plug from wall
outlet and cord assembly from heat control. Allow appliance to cool, then remove heat control from
unit.

8. Unplug from outlet and remove heat control from appliance when not in use and before cleaning. Allow

appliance to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.

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9. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or in the event the appliance malfunctions

or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department or
to the nearest Presto Authorized Service Station for examination, repair, or adjustment.

10. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause

injuries.

11. Do not use outdoors.

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

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

14. It is recommended that this appliance not be moved when it contains hot oil or other hot liquid. If it

must be moved when it contains hot oil or other hot liquid, use extreme caution.

15. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

IMPORTANT CORD AND PLUG INFORMATION

A short power supply cord (or cord set) is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in
or tripping over a longer cord. DO NOT USE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD.

Do not allow the cord to run underneath or around the unit. The magnetic cord may not detach easily if the
cord is positioned in this fashion.

Connect the power supply cord to a polarized outlet only. As a safety feature, this appliance has a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will only fit in a polarized outlet one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not
attempt to defeat this safety feature.

This versatile electric cooker roasts, braises, blanches, boils, deep fries, stews, steams, makes casseroles,
soups, and desserts.

Caution: This product is not intended to melt wax, gels, plastics, or other materials for making candles
or for other hobbyist activities or in any commercial or business application.

Tempered glass
cover

Nonstick
surface inside
and out

Fig. A

Control Master
heat control

Basket/handle

Steam/fry basket

Magnetic cord
assembly

Basket snaps onto
multi-cooker rim for
draining and steaming.

Steaming hook

Draining hook

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HOW TO USE

Handle/Basket Assembly:

Before initial use, and after each subsequent use, wash appliance
in dishwasher or in warm sudsy water, rinse, and dry. Do not im-

merse heat control or magnetic cord assembly in water or let
them come in contact with any liquid. Prior to first use, “season”

the multi-cooker’s cooking surface by rubbing lightly with cooking
oil. Remove excess oil with paper towel.

For best results use nylon, plastic, wooden, or rubber utensils to turn,
stir, or remove food when not using the steam/fry basket. The use
of metal utensils is not recommended.

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury, position multi-cooker well
back from edge of counter or table. Do not let cord hang or drape
over edge of counter or table within reach of children.

1. Prepare food for cooking according to recipe (see pages 5 to

12).

2. Place multi-cooker on a dry, level, heat resistant surface.

3. Insert the probe end of the heat control into the multi-cooker so

the two electrical pins on the appliance are fully inserted into
the heat control. Then attach the magnetic cord assembly to the
heat control by aligning the magnetic coupler end with the two
electrical pins located on the back of the heat control (Fig. D).
Due to the fact that the magnetic coupler end is polarized, it can
only be attached to the heat control one way. When properly
aligned, the plug will magnetically attach itself to the heat control.
If positioned upside down, it will not attach.

Important: The magnetic cord was designed to detach easily

from the multi-cooker. As a result, if it is bumped or touched
during use it could possibly detach causing the unit to stop
heating. Avoid contact with cord during operation. If contact
occurs, verify that the cord is still properly connected.

4. Plug the multi-cooker into a

120v AC electrical polarized
outlet only.

5. Set the heat control at the

Fig. D:

Control Master heat control

temperature specified in the
recipe. The pilot light will go
out when selected temperature
is reached. During cooking, the
pilot light will go on and off

Heat selector

Probe

Pilot light

indicating temperature is being
maintained.

6. Simmer: To find the simmer

point (just below boiling), heat
pan at 400˚ until the food boils
then turn the control down until
the light goes out. If you don’t
want food to boil, start at Warm
and increase heat until you

Heat
control

Electrical
pins

Magnetic
coupler
end

reach the simmer point.

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Fig. B

Lock bar

To attach handle to basket,
slide lock bar up on handle
as shown. Then, place one end of
the handle into one of the notches
in bracket. Then squeeze the ends
together, and fit the other end into
the opposite notch in bracket.

Fig. C

Lock bar

After attaching handle to
basket, slide the lock bar down as
shown to insure against accidental
detachment of handle from basket.

To order a replacement
Control Master heat
control, see Service
Information on page 13.

To assure the continued
accuracy of the Control

Magnetic cord
assembly

Master heat control,
avoid rough handling
during use and storage.
Store the cord assembly
in a clean, dry loca­tion away from metal
objects. Always check
the magnetic coupler
end before use to assure
metal items have not
become attached.

7. When cooking is complete, turn heat selector to OFF. Remove plug from wall outlet and then remove

magnetic coupler end from heat control. Allow appliance to cool and detach heat control from multi­cooker before cleaning.

CARE AND CLEANING

Wash appliance in dishwasher or in warm sudsy water, rinse, and dry. Do not immerse heat control or
magnetic cord assembly in water or let them come in contact with any liquid.

After each use, clean the nonstick base with a non-metal cleaning pad, such as Scotch-Brite* Multi-Purppose
Scrub Sponge or Scotch-Brite* Dobie** Cleaning Pad. Firm pressure can be applied, if necessary. Do not

use steel wool or abrasive kitchen cleaners.

In time, the nonstick finish may darken over the heating element. To remove this discoloration, use a com­mercial cleaner designed for cleaning surfaces, such as dip-it† destainer. These cleaners are available at
most grocery and hardware stores. For best results, follow the manufacturer’s instructions, being careful
that any cleaning solution coming in contact with the exterior of the appliance is wiped off. After treating
the appliance with a commercial cleaner, it is recommended that the cooking surface be wiped lightly with
a cooking oil before using.

Periodically check the screws on the two handles and four legs for looseness. Retighten, if necessary, with
a standard slotted screwdriver. CAUTION: Overtightening can result in stripping of screws or cracking of
handles and legs.

Any maintenance required for this product, other than normal household care and cleaning, should be per­formed by the Presto Factory Service Department or a Presto Authorized Service Station, see page 13.

For answers to any questions regarding the operation of your Presto appliance or if you need parts for your
appliance, see the Service Information on page 13.

Glass Cover Care and Use Instructions

Never use cover when frying or heating oil.
Do not use cover if it is chipped or cracked. Handle cover carefully and avoid impact.
Do not handle cover with wet towel or place hot cover on a cold or wet surface.
Allow cover to cool before washing. This cover is dishwasher safe. Keep the cover clean. Do not use cleaning

pads or harsh powders which can scratch or weaken the glass. Nonabrasive pads or powders may be used if
necessary. Do not scrape or gouge glass with hard or sharp utensils.

CAUTION: Failure to follow these instructions could cause immediate breakage or breakage at a later
date for no apparent reason, which may result in personal injury or property damage.

* Scotch-Brite is a trademark of 3M.
** Dobie is a trademark of Pechney Plastic Packaging, Inc.
† dip-it is a registered trademark of Ecolab, Inc.

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