Tower T16012 User Manual

T16012

6L Digital Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker

Safety and Instruction Manual With Recipes

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

*Subject to registering Your Extended Guarantee online at www.towerhousewares.co.uk.

1912 Midland Metal Spinners was founded by George Cadman, who was then 65 years old, as a metal holloware manufacturing company, in St. Mark’s Street, Wolverhampton. They later moved into the Tower and Fort Works in Pelham Street, which ultimately gave rise to the famous Tower brand name.

The 6 Litre Digital MultiPot Pressure Cooker with intelligent touchscreen control is the ultimate in cooking inspiration.

With 16+ cooking functions, an automatic 24 hour keep warm function and delay timer, the Digital Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker provides you with your own customised cooking experience. It’s easy

1937 Tower exhibited some of their latest holloware designs at the British Industries Fair. As you can see from the original poster, their stand No. A410 must have been a great sight as it promoted their “Beautiful, inexpensive, untarnishable Plate, at prices all can afford to pay”.

andefficient,lockinginmore vitamins and nutrients in your food. Perfect for creating delicious homemade meals with ease, the one pot functionality means less cleaning up, and more flavoursome meals.

1961 Tower became one of the largest manufacturers of aluminium holloware, electric kettles, tea pots and other household articles with over 1,000 employees.

1974 Russell Hobbs took ownership of the expanding Tower brand.

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Contents:

	Please read this Manual carefully BEFORE using the Digital		1.	Specifications
	Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker for your own safety.			Components and
	Thank you for purchasing this Tower 6 Litre Digital Multi-Pot			structure
			2.	Technical data
	Pressure Cooker from the Tower range of products.
			3.	Important Safety
	It has been designed to provide many years of trouble-free		4.	Information
	cooking. There are many benefits to using a Tower Multi-Pot			Using your Appliance
	Pressure Cooker:		5.	Weights & Measures
	There are many benefits to using a Tower Blender:		6.	Troubleshooting
			7.	Cleaning & Care
	•	Unique twist lock lid	8.	Recycling
	•	24 hour keep warm function	9.	Wiring Safety
	•	LED display with touchscreen	10.	Warranty Information
	•	6L cooking pot	11.	Your Receipt
	•	Digital timer	12.	Recipes

Stuffed peppers

Feta Cheese

Porridge

ApricotJam

Paella

Mulled Wine

Pork Pilaf

Poached Pears

Beef Kebabs

Pumpkin Soup

Chocolate Fondue

Beef Goulash

Vanilla yoghurt

Turkey Brawn

See back page for

Customer Service

Information.

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1 - Specifications:

What’s in the box:

Digital Multi-Pot Pressure	Measuring cup	Frying basket
Cooker	Spatula/Ladle
Steam tray	Yoghurt pots

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2 - Technical Data:

Description:	6L Digital Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker
Model:	T16012
Rated Voltage:	220-240V
Frequency:	~50/60Hz
Power Consumption:	900-1000W

Documentation

We declare that this product conforms to the following product legislation in accordance with the following directive(s):

2014/108/EU	Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
2014/95/EU	Low Voltage Directive.
2011/65/EU	Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
1935/2004/EC	Materials & Articles in Contact With Food
	(LFGB section 30 & 31).
2009/125/EC	Eco-Design of Energy Related Products.

RKW Quality Assurance, United Kingdom.

Guarantee:

All accessories are covered by the warranty.

The main body and housing are guaranteed for the extended free warranty subject to registration.

If any defect arises due to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty

products must be returned to the place of purchase. Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.

Should you encounter problems or require a

replacement part, contact The Tower Customer Service Department on: [phone].

Any necessary spare parts may be ordered from the Tower website.

Your warranty becomes void should you decide to use

non Tower spare parts. Spare parts can be purchased from www.towerhousewares.co.uk

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3 - Important Safety Information:

Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your Tower appliance

•This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injury.

Make certain unit is properly closed before operating. See Operating Instructions before beginning.

•Do not open the pressure cooker until the unit has cooled and internal pressure has been released. Any pressure in the cooker can be hazardous.

•Do not attempt to use the safety lock override pin whilst the cooker is under pressure.

•Steam may also release from steam release hole located at the back of the lid.

•Always check the pressure release devices for clogging before use, rinse the steam valve under warm water to release any debris obstructing the vent. Always check inside the lid, underneath the steam vent for any unwanted food clogging.

•Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and pot holders.

•Do not place the pressure cooker in a heated oven.

•Extreme caution must be used when moving a pressure cooker containing hot liquids.

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

•Never fill the unit over 4⁄5 full when cooking; however, when cooking foods that expand such as dried fruits, or vegetables, the unit must never be over 2⁄5 full. 2⁄5 full means the food, as well as all other ingredients and liquids combined.

•Do not cook foods such as apple sauce, beans, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals,

white rice, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, or spaghetti.

•Check that the voltage of the main circuit corresponds with the rating of the appliance before operating.

•If the supply cord or appliance is damaged, stop using

the appliance immediately and seek advice from the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person.

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•Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or let it come into contact with any hot surfaces.

•Do not carry the appliance by the power cord.

•Do not use any extension cord with this appliance.

•Do not pull the plug out by the cord as this may damage the plug and/or the cable.

•Switch off at the wall socket then remove the plug from the socket when not in use or before cleaning.

•Switch off and unplug before fitting or removing tools/ attachments, after use and before cleaning.

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

•Children should not play with the appliance.

•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

•Cleaning and user maintenance should not be undertaken by children without supervision.

•Take care when any appliance is used near pets.

•Do not use this product for anything other than its intended use.

•This appliance is for household use only.

•Do not use the appliance outdoors.In the unlikely event the appliance develops a fault, stop using it immediately and seek advice from the service

department:

[phone]

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4 - Using Your Appliance

Before first use

Before use, always check the steam release valve, pressure indicator valve and sealing ring are in good condition and clear from any food, dirt, scale etc.

Filling the Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker

The total amount of food and liquid should not exceed 4/5 of the height of the pan.

Speed Settings

Fill Level	Types of Food
Do not exceed 4/5 volume	Meat and vegetables which do not ex-
	pand of foam when cooked
Do not exceed 3/5 volume	Dried vegetables, soups, stews etc. which
	need room to expand
Do not exceed 1/5 volume	Rice, cereals, pearl barley, oatmeal or
	other cereals and pulses that expand
	quite a lot when cooked

Note:the above is only a general guide. Always check recipes for any exceptions to these rules.

Assembly

Always ensure the inner pot is securely in place on top of the heating plate. Rotate the inner pot after placing it inside the Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker to check that it is correctly in position.

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Opening & Closing the Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker

To open the lid

Rotate the handle on the lid clockwise to unlock and pull the lid up to open.

To close the lid

Close the Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker lid and turn the handle counter clockwise to lock in place.

Dismantling the lid

Lift the lid and turn it counter-clockwise to rotate it up and away from the Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker.

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Installing the lid

Before use, always check the steam release valve, pressure indicator valve and sealing ring are in good condition and clear from any food, dirt, scale etc.

Display

When the Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker is first switched on the display will show ‘0’. If the Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker remains inactive for 30 seconds after switching on, the lights will turn off and the display will show ‘F’, to indicate that it is in standby.

Press the time/temp button. The display will show a speaker icon. Adjust the volume from 1 to 4.

This icon indicates that the Delay function has been selected. The display will show a countdown.

Icon indicates that the time is being adjusted.

Icon indicates that the temperature is being adjusted.

The pre-set time and countdown will be displayed when cooking.

Indicates the chosen food type: Fish/Meat/Poultry/Vegetables

For Steam, Stew and Fry functions.

Icon indicates the temperature.

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Control Panel

	Keep Warm/Cancel	Keep Warm/Cancel button.
		The keep warm temperature is set at
		70°C.
	Product Selection/Food Type	Available on Steam, Stew and Fry
		functions.
	Reheat	To reheat/sauté/brown.
	Delay	After selecting a cooking function,
		press the delay button to delay the
		start time.
	Time	Press to adjust the time.
	Start/restart	Press to start.
		Press and hold for 10 seconds to
		restart the multi-cooker.
	Temperature	Press to adjust the temperature

Standby

The multi-cooker will enter standby mode when it is not in use. The lights will turn off and the display will show ‘F’.

Press and hold the start button for five seconds to exit standby mode.

Volume Control
1. Press the	and	buttons simultaneously to enter volume control mode.

2.The display will show the current volume.

3.Use the control dial to adjust from 0 to 4.

4.Press Start to confirm.

Reheat

The Reheat function is for sautéing or browning.

1.Press the Reheat button on the control panel, and then the Time button.

2.Adjust the time using the control dial and then press Start.

Cancel

To cancel a selection press the cancel button.

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Time

You can adjust the cooking time on all cooking programs. The icon on the display will be lit up.

1.To set the cooking time, select a cooking program.

2.Press the Time button and use the control dial to adjust the hours.

3.Press the Time button again to highlight the minutes, and use the control dial to adjust.

4.Press Start to begin cooking.

Temperature

You can adjust the temperature on cooking programs where the icon on the display is lit up.

1.After selecting a cooking program, press the Temperature button.

2.Use the control dial to adjust the temperature and then press start to begin cooking.

Keep Warm

The Keep warm function is used to maintain the temperature of the food for a maximum of 24 hours.

The multi-cooker will automatically enter the Keep Warm function when each cooking program has finished, except the Fry, Wine and Yoghurt programs.

The Keep Warm indicator	will show on the display when the multi-cooker is in keep warm
mode.

Warming up a meal

If you want to warm up a cooked meal, press the Keep Warm button.

Do not select a cooking program. The food will begin warming up.

To cancel, press the Keep Warm button again.

Delay

Use the delay function to delay the start time of the cooking process.

The delay function can be pre-set up to 24 hours in advance.

Setting the delay time:

1.Use the control dial to the select the cooking program. If you wish to use the Reheat program, press the Reheat button.

2.Press the Delay button and set the delay starting time using the control dial. You can adjust in increments of 5 minutes.

3.Press the start button to begin.

4.The delay time will countdown on the display.

5.When the delay function countdown has finished, the cooking process will begin.

Adjusting the delay time

You can adjust the delay time after setting it.

Press the time button and set the time using the control dial.

Note: The delay setting is not available for fry or omelette programs. Cooking time is not included in the delay time.

Do not keep ingredients in the multi-cooker for more than 12 hours, some produce may spoil.

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Cooking Functions

Icon	Program	Default	Adjustable	Default	Adjustable	Delay	Keep
		Temp	Temp	Cooking	time		Warm
				time
	Reheat	N/A		2 minutes
	Rice	N/A		10 minutes
	Soup	N/A		25 minutes
	Stew	N/A		35 minutes
	Porridge	N/A		10 minutes
	Multi-cook	30°		10 minutes
	Steam	N/A		10 minutes
	Fry	170°C		45 minutes
	Slow Stew/	95°C		2 hours
	Cook
	Sterilise	100°C		15 minutes
	Cake	140		40 minutes
	Crispy	160°C		1 hour
	Lentils	N/A		35 minutes
	Gelatine	N/A		45 minutes
	Wine	40°C		8 hours
	Pilaf	N/A		15 minutes
	Jam	100°C		10 minutes
	Yoghurt	40°C		5 hours
	Omelette	140°C		10 minutes

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Product Selection

Product Selection allows you to select the specific food type when using the Steam, Stew or

Fry cooking programs.

Selecting a food type

1.Turn the Multi-Pot Pressure Cooker on.

2.Use the control dial to select Steam, Stew or Fry.

3.Press the Product Selection button to select Fish, Meat, Poultry or Vegetables.

4.Press Start to begin the cooking program.

Food type	Steam	Stew	Fry
	10 minutes	15 minutes	35 minutes
Fish			170°C
	20 minutes	30 minutes	25 minutes
Meat			170°C
	15 minutes	25 minutes	25 minutes
Poultry			170°C
	5 minutes	10 minutes	20 minutes
Vegetables			170°C

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Temperature

Recommended temperatures for different cooking processes.

Temp	Cooking Process

35-40 Dough proving, yoghurt, vinegar cooking

55-60 Green or herbal tea brewing, warming baby food

65-70 Warm up food.

75-80 White tea brewing, mulled wine

85-90 Cottage cheese cooking, red tea brewing, slow cooking

95-100 Porridge, jam

105-110 Sterilization, gelatine, aspic cooking

115-120 Shank, sugar syrup

125-130 Casserole, stewing

135-140 Frying pre-cooked foods, smoking

145-150 Vegetables, fish or meat cooked in foil

155 Vegetable and fish frying

160-180 Meat and poultry frying

Note: this is a guideline only.

Cooking in Multi-Cooker and Pressure Cooker modes

Filltheinnerpotwithyouringredientsandliquid,ensurethatyoudonotexceedthemaxfillline, andfollowtherecommendedguidelinesfromthe‘fillingyourMulti-PotPressureCooker’section.

Multi Cooker	Pressure Cooker
Fry	Soup
Omelette	Stew
Cake	Porridge
Slow Stew/Cook	Steam
Jam	Rice
Yoghurt	Pilaf
Multi-cook	Cereals
Wine	Gelatine
Cheese	Crispy

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Multi-Cooker mode

1.Add your ingredients to the multi-cooker pot.

2.Check that the sealing ring is set correctly on the lid. Close the lid. Note: When using the fry function, leave the lid off.

3.Leave the steam release valve open when cooking without pressure.

4.Turn the control dial until the required cooking function is shown on the display.

5.Press the pre-set button to see the function cooking time on the display.

6.When the multi-cooker reaches the optimum temperature, the cooking time will begin counting down on the display.

7.The multi-cooker will beep to indicate when the cooking time is over and automatically enter keep warm mode (excluding Fry, Wine and Yoghurt functions).

8.When you are ready, unplug the multi-cooker and remove the lid.

Pressure Cooking

1. Add your ingredients to the multi-cooker pot.

2. Check that the sealing ring is set correctly on the lid. Close the lid. 3. Close the steam release valve.

4. Turn the control dial until the required cooking function is shown on the display. 5. Press start to run the function.

6. Youcanalsopresstheproductselectionbuttontoselectthefoodtype.Confirmbypressing the start button.

7. When the multi-cooker reaches the optimum temperature, the cooking time will begin counting down on the display.

8. The multi-cooker will beep to indicate when the cooking time is over and automatically enter keep warm mode.

9. When you are ready, unplug the multi-cooker.

10. Open the steam release valve to allow hot steam to escape and the pressure to lower. 11. Caution: Always open the steam release valve from the side, not from above. The escaping

steam can scald.

12. Whenthereisnomoreescapingsteamandthefloatvalvehassunktothelowestposition,

open the lid.

Caution: Never open the lid by force. Steam is extremely hot.

Steam Release Valve Pressure cooking:

When pressure cooking, you must ensure the steam release valve is closed.

Turn the steam release valve so that the sealed symbol is aligned withthe▲arrowonthelid.Thisallowsthepressuretobuildduring cooking.

Cooking without pressure:

To cook without pressure, turn the steam release valve so that the steam symbol is aligned with the arrow on the lid. This allows the steam to release during cooking.

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Releasing steam:

When you are releasing steam after cooking, always turn the steam release valve from the side. Do not reach over the steam release valve or hold your hand over the vents on the steam release valve.

Always move your hands away from the steam release valve after turning. The escaping steam will be extremely hot and can scald.

Pressure Indicator Valve:

When the cooking time has finished, the pressure indicator valve will rise.

Water Catch Pot:

There is a water catch pot located on the back of the multi-cooker. Ensure you empty it when it is full.

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5 - Weights & Measures

Check these charts for basic imperial to metric conversions of weights.

Metric	Imperial	US cups
250ml	8 floz	1 cup
180ml	6 fl oz	3/4 cup
150ml	5 floz	2/3 cup
120ml	4 floz	1/2 cup
75ml	2 1/2 floz	1/3 cup
60ml	2 floz	1/4 cup
30ml	1 floz	1/8 cup
15ml	1/2 floz	1 tablespoon

Imperial	Metric
1/2 oz	15g
1 oz	30g
2 oz	60g
3 oz	90g
4 oz	110g
5 oz	140g
6 oz	170g
7 oz	200g
8 oz	225g
9 oz	255g
10 oz	280g
11 oz	310g
12 oz	340g
13 oz	370g
14 oz	400g
15 oz	425g
1 lb	450g

Food Allergies

Important Note: Some of the recipes contained in this document may contain nuts and/ or other allergens. Please be careful when making any of our sample recipes that you ARE NOT allergic to any of the ingredients. For more information on allergies, please visit the Food Standards Agency’s website at: www.food.gov.uk

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