Presto 6006 User Manual
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Kitchen Kettle
multi-cooker/steamer
So versatile, you’ll use it every day.
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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. Be sure that handles and legs are assembled and fastened properly before using this appliance (see page 2).
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
4. To protect against electrical shock or burns, do not immerse heat control or magnetic cord assembly in water or other liquid.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
6. Be sure handle is properly attached to basket and locked in place. See detailed assembly instructions on page 2.
7. Do not let children handle or put electrical cords or plugs in their mouths.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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 for examination, repair, or adjustment.
11. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
14. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
15. 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.
16. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
2009 by National Presto Industries, Inc.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
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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.
How to Install Legs and Handles
Tools Required: Phillips type screwdriver
Parts Included: 4 Legs
2 Handles
To Install Legs
1. Place multi-cooker upside down on table or counter.
2. Using the screwdriver, remove the screws from each of the four mounting projections on the bottom of the unit. These screws are for
attaching the legs to the multi-cooker base.
3. Position one of the legs, with the rubber insert facing up, over
one of the moun ting projections (Fig. A). Align the hole in
the leg with the hol e in the mounting project ion and fasten
securely with screw. Leg should not rock or move if twisted.
Caution: Overtightening can result in stripping of screws or cracking
of legs.
4. Repeat step 3 for other three legs.
Screw
Rubber
insert
Leg
Mounting
projection
5. Turn multi-cooker right side up on table or counter. When properly
assembled, the multi-cooker should sit level with no leg rock.
To Attach Handles to Base
1. With multi-cooker upside down on table or counter, remove the screws
Tab
from the tabs on each side of the multi-cooker base. These screws are
for attaching the handles to the base.
Hint: When removing the screw under the heat control receptacle,
hold the screwdriver at a slight angle or use a short screwdriver or a screwdriver with a long
shank.
2. Slide one of the handles, with the screw hole facing up, onto the tab so the screw hole on the tab
aligns with the screw hole on the handle (Fig. A). Fasten with screw and tighten fully. Handle
should not wobble or move when grasped. Caution: Overtightening can result in stripping of
screws or cracking of handles.
3. Repeat step 2 for other handle.
4. When properly installed, the handles should appear level with the table or counter.
To Attach Basket Handle
1. Slide lock bar up on handle (Fig. B) and place one of the handle bars into one of the tabs on
bracket. Then squeeze the handle bars together, and fit the other handle bar into the opposite
tab on bracket.
2. After attaching handle to basket, slide the lock bar down (Fig. C) to insure against accidental
detachment of handle from basket.
Fig. B
Lock bar
Handle bar
Fig. C
Lock bar
Fig. A
Heat
control
receptacle
Screw
Screw
hole
Tab
Handle
Tab
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Before First Use
Become familiar with the various parts of the
multi-cooker (Fig. D) and read the instructions
carefully.
This versatile electric multi-cooker braises,
blanches, boils, deep fries, stews, steams, makes
Tempered
glass cover
Cover Knob
Fig. D
Basket/handle
Steam/fry
basket
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.
Basket snaps onto multi-cooker rim
for draining and steaming.
Steaming hook
Draining hook
Nonstick
surface inside
and out
Control Master
heat control
Magnetic cord
assembly
How To Use
Before initial use, and after each subsequent use, 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. 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.
1. Place multi-cooker on a dry, level, heat resistant surface. The cover should not be on the multi-cooker.
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.
2. 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.
Control Master heat control
Heat selector
Pilot light
E). 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. Attach the cord so that the printed
patent information on the magnetic plug is facing up. The daisy and cautionary
language will be facing towards the counter. 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
Probe
Heat
control
Electrical
pins
Magnetic
coupler end
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.
3. Plug the multi-cooker into a 120v AC electrical polarized outlet only.
4. Using the index on page 4, determine the type of cooking method you will be
following and turn to the referenced page.
5. Preheat multi-cooker as indicated in the cooking method and follow the cook-
To assure the continued accuracy of the Control
Master
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.
heat control, avoid rough handling
ing instructions. During cooking, the pilot light will go on and off indicating
temperature is being maintained.
Note: When using the multi-cooker for the first time, a slight odor or light smoking may occur as manufacturing residue evaporates.
This is normal during initial use.
6. When cooking is complete, turn heat control 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 multi-cooker before cleaning.
Fig. E
Magnetic cord
assembly
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Specific Uses
Your Kitchen Kettle multi-cooker/steamer is truly versatile as you can prepare soups and stews, steam vegetables and seafood, deep
fry, and even prepare fruits and vegetables for freezing (known as blanching). Because this pot does so many things, this book provides
a general overview of how to use, clean, and care for the appliance and then specific sections which provide more detailed instructions,
along with many delicious recipes.
Detailed instructions and recipes for the various methods of cooking that you can perform with your multi-cooker can be found on the
pages indicated below:
Specific Uses Page Specific Uses Page
Simmering (Soups and Stews) 5 Boiling (Pasta and Rice) 8
Braising 7 Blanching 8
Steaming (Vegetables and Fish) 7 Deep Frying 8
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-Purpose Scrub Sponge or ScotchBrite* 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 Phillips type 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, see page 11.
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 11.
Glass Cover Care and Use Instructions
Caution: Your glass cover may break for no apparent reason if you fail to follow these instructions. Broken glass can cause
personal or property damage.
Never use cover when frying food or heating oil. Do not use cover if it is chipped or cracked. Handle cover carefully and avoid rough
handling.
Do not handle hot cover with wet towel or place hot cover on a cold or wet surface. Sudden, extreme changes in temperature may cause
glass to break. Allow cover to cool before washing. This cover is dishwasher safe. Keep the cover clean. Do not use steel wool cleaning
pads or abrasive 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.
* 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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