INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
Model/Type
VICKO Ref. No
Capacity
DSS2206
247-50226
6 L
PRESSURE COOKER
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ATTENTION! - IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
1. Read carefully and make sure you understand all the instructions before you use the pressure
cooker. Keep these instructions for future use.
2. This pressure cooker is designed for domestic use only. No responsibility is accepted for
damage resulting from use non-compatible with the instructions.
3. This pressure cooker must be used only for the purpose of fast cooking, for which it was
designed. Do not use the pressure cooker for a purpose other than the one for which it is
intended.
4. People that are not familiar with the use of this pressure cooker should not be allowed to use it.
5. Do not use any accessories not recommended by the manufacturer. It may cause injury and
destruction of the pressure cooker. For any accessory replacement please contact the supplier’s
store where you purchased the pressure cooker.
6. Do not use the cooker if the safety valve, or the pressure regulator valve or the pressure
regulator button or the sealing ring is damaged in any way. Contact the dealer you purchased
the pressure cooker for repair or replacement.
7. We recommend you to replace the sealing ring every one or two years. If the sealing ring shows
any sign of crack, crinkle, wrinkles or is becoming more rigid you will have to replace it
immediately.
8. Do not place the pressure cooker into a microwave oven, electric oven, gas oven or any other
type of heated oven.
9. Do not place the pressure cooker on any heat sensitive surface when hot.
10. Before the first and also each use, it is necessary to check the cleanliness and function of the
safety valve, pressure regulator valve as well as sealing ring. Ensure that the valves are not
blocked / obstructed in any way. Please consult the instructions for use and also the instructions
in the corresponding paragraph of chapter "CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE".
11. This pressure cooker cooks under pressure. Scalds may result from inappropriate use of the
pressure cooker. Make sure that the lid is properly closed before applying heat. See the
instructions for use.
12. Move the pressure cooker under pressure with the greatest care.
13. Always use the handles when you need to move the hot pressure cooker. If necessary, use
heatproof gloves. Do not touch any hot surfaces. Do not let bare skin or eyes touch heated
surfaces.
14. Never force open the pressure cooker. Do not open before making sure that its internal pressure
has completely dropped. See the instructions for use.
15. When releasing the steam, you must make sure that your hands, face and body are not near or
opposite the pressure regulation valve in order to avoid scalds.
16. Do not use the pressure cooker without adding water, this would seriously damage it.
17. After cooking meat with skin which may swell under the effect of pressure, do not prick the meat
while the skin is swollen; you might be scalded.
18. When cooking doughy food, gently shake the cooker before opening the lid to avoid food
ejection.
19. The pressure cooker should be used only by adults. The pressure cooker is not a toy. Keep the
pressure cooker away from children.
20. If there are children in the same vicinity where you are using the pressure cooker, please be
very careful. Do not let children near the pressure cooker when in use or while it is under
pressure.
21. Always supervise the pressure cooker when it is in use or while it is under pressure..
22. Do not tamper with any of the safety systems beyond the maintenance instructions specified in
these instructions.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE PRESSURE COOKER
1. Compound base
2. Cooker body
3. Body handle
4. Heat prevent of body handle
5. Sealing gasket
6. Clamp
7. Lid
8. Connector
9. Panel
10. Safety window
11. Knob
12. Pressure regulator button - valve
13. Knob face
14. Safety valve – vent pipe
15. Pressure control valve
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SAFETY SYSTEM
This pressure cooker is equipped with the following 3 safety systems in order to ensure safety during
use.
Safety valve:
The safety valve automatically controls the pressure inside the cooker.
If the cooker has pressure inside, the safety valve will rise up, and the red head will be visible
through the hole on the upper part of the small handle while the lid "locks".
Never try to open the lid using force while the safety valve remains visible.
The safety valve will automatically emit overpressure by releasing the steam in order to keep
the pressure at safe levels.
If the lid is not locked properly, the inside pressure do not go up, as the safety valve will
release the steam automatically. In this case you should stop heating and lock the lid properly.
When the inside pressure is lower than safety opening pressure, the valve will drop down then
it is safe to open the lid.
Pressure Regulator valve - button:
The Pressure Regulator button allows you to select the desired pressure for cooking as well as to
release the steam. Rotate the knob to the desired position by lifting it and turning it. CAUTION
do not touch with your fingers the exhaust hole when the steam is released
There are 2 cooking pressure settings you can choose (50 kPa and 90 kPa).
Set the desired pressure level depending on the type of food you want to cook.
The Pressure Regulator button can be set in 3 positions that activate different functions according to
the below details
Position :
Release the steam
Position :
Cooking pressure is set to 50 kPa
Position :
Cooking pressure is set to 90 kPa
• Caution: Never turn the pressure regulation valve facing the user
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The Pressure Regulation Valve allows the steam to be released so that the pressure inside the
cooker is maintained at safe levels.
Safety window:
For extra safety the lid features a safety window. If both valves
do not work properly then the sealing ring will be compressed
and will allow the steam to go out in order to keep the pressure
down and the cooker safe.
Caution: Never turn the safety window facing the user.
CAUTION:
If you notice steam coming out of the safety window or
the sealing ring is compressed, stop heating
immediately and remove the cooker from the stove. Let
the pressure cooker to cool down.
Do not use the pressure cooker before it is repaired by
a qualified technician.
Sealing ring:
The sealing ring is made of special materials so that it can keep
its safety properties.
CAUTION! You should only use our own original sealing
rings as else the safety system will not work.
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BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Ensure the packaging of this appliance is disposed of properly as all materials are recyclable.
Keep plastic bags away from babies and children.
2. Make sure you read and understand all the instructions (especially security issues) and that you
have acquired familiarity with the use of the pressure cooker before using it.
3. Before the first and also each use, it is necessary to check the cleanliness and function of the
safety valve, pressure regulator valve as well as sealing ring. Ensure that the valves are not
blocked / obstructed in any way. Please read the instructions in next chapters.
4. Fill the pressure cooker with 1/2 cold water, close lid for heating till the steam is emitted from the
pressure regulator valve. Remove the pressure cooker from the stove and leave it standing
closed for about 10 minutes in order to exclude the smell of new cooker. Open the lid when the
cooker cool down. Move the water and make the cooker clean and dry.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE PRESSURE COOKER
1. Checking the valves and rubber seal:
Before the first and also each use, it is necessary to check the cleanliness and function of the safety
valve, pressure regulator valve as well as sealing ring.
Before each use, check and make sure that the safety valve, the pressure regulation valve are
not obstructed in any way and nothing prevents their proper operation.
If any of them is blocked by food debris or other objects, clean thoroughly with water and liquid
detergent, use a thin object (such us a small stick) to take away the food debris or other objects
that are causing them to block and make sure the water can pass fluently.
Before each use, make sure that the safety valve and pressure regulation valve, can move and
function freely without any problem. Turn the lid upside down to check properly.
Before each use, make sure that the safety valve, the pressure regulation valve and the sealing
ring are in good condition and does not show any sign of damage or malfunction.
If the safety valve, or pressure regulation valve or sealing ring is broken or damaged in any way,
or shows any sign of malfunction, it should be replaced with a genuine spare part. Do not use the
pressure cooker until you replace the problematic parts with genuine spare part. Contact the
dealer you purchased the pressure cooker for repair or replacement
Before each use make sure that all parts of the pressure cooker are
properly installed.
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2. Opening of the pressure cooker (before use):
Open the lid of the cooker by following these steps.
• To open the lid, rotate clockwise until the two clamps are at the outer most position.
• Remove the lid from the main body of the pressure cooker.
3. Filling the pressure cooker with food:
Place the ingredients (according to you recipe) in the pressure cooker and make sure to follow the
below instructions concerning the proper quantities etc. Inside the main body of the pressure cooker
you will find a capacity indication scale which will help you fill the cooker with the right amount of food.
Never exceed the specified minimum fill capacity “min.” (= liquid + cooked food).
Never exceed the specified maximum fill capacity “max.” (= liquid + cooked food).
Do not fill the cooker beyond 2/3 of its capacity. When cooking foodstuffs which expand during
cooking, such as rice or dehydrated vegetables, do not fill the cooker to more than half of its
capacity.
Never use the pressure cooker in its pressurized mode for deep or shallow frying of food.
Don’t put soda directly for cooking or overfull oil and wine.
Don’t use pressure cooker to cook apple juice, wheat, bean…etc, which can make a lot of
bubbles, cause leakage and can block the valves. Pay more attention if you can’t prevent cooking
this kind of food.
Do not use the pressure cooker without adding any water, this would seriously damage it.
The cooker must be filled with at least 1/4 L water or other liquids to make steam when using the
pressure cooker. Never cook without the proper water amount and always ensure that the liquid
in the pressure cooker does not evaporate completely as this will cause burning of food and
serious damages to the cooker and stove.
4. Closing the pressure cooker:
Close the lid of the pressure cooker by following these steps.
• Rotate the lid knob anti-clockwise until the knob aligns with the panel
• Make sure it is aligned to the panel
5. Setting the cooking pressure:
Position :
Release the steam
Position :
Cooking pressure is set to 50 kPa
Position :
Cooking pressure is set to 90 kPa
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6. Placing the pressure cooker on the stove:
Place the pressure cooker on an appropriate heating source by following the important guidelines
below:
• Always move and carry the pressure cooker by holding both handles. Never carry the pressure
cooker by holding only one side.
• Always place the pressure cooker on a stable stove that is installed on a flat and stable surface.
• The diameter of the stove should not be bigger than the diameter of the bottom of the pressure
cooker.
• If you are using gas stove, make sure that the flames do not extend up the sides of the pressure
cooker main body.
7. Building pressure and expelling steam:
• Set the stove power to the highest level so as to heat the cooker immediately.
• Shortly after the heating starts, you will notice a small leak of steam from the safety valve, which
is normal.
• When pressure builds up within the pressure cooker, the safety valve is raised so that its red
head is now visible through the hole on the small handle upper part, while the lid "locks".
• When you notice that steam is released from the pressure regulation valve, you must adjust the
stove power in lower level.
• If the pressure regulation valve stopped emitting steam, you should increase the stove power.
• If the pressure regulation valve releases steam very quickly you should reduce the stove power.
• When the first white line of the instruction cap is visible that means the pressure in the cooker is
close to working pressure 1, when the second line is visible that means the pressure is close to
working pressure 2.
• If you see the red line of the instruction cap when you are cooking, that means the pressure in
the cooker is too high, please stop heating the to check fault immediately.
8. Calculate cooking time:
Start counting and calculate the cooking time when you notice the release of steam from the pressure
regulation valve.
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9. Finish cooking:
When cooking time is completed, turn off the power of the stove and place the pressure cooker on a
stable, dry and flat surface or an insulation base.
10. Depressurize the pressure cooker:
You have 3 ways to depressurize the pressure cooker. The method you will choose depends on the
food type.
For foodstuffs which tent to foam, or expand during cooking, such as rice or dehydrated
vegetables and food with sensitive skin, you should not choose any method that reduces the
pressure quickly, as this could cause the food to be ejected or the peel to burst.
When the steam is released, you must make sure that hands, face and body are not near or
opposite the pressure regulator valve to avoid scalds.
1st method:
"Quick depressurizing with the pressure regulator button"
• Set the pressure regulator button into position in
order to let the steam go out. Make sure all steam is out
of the cooker.
• Rotate the knob to the desired position by lifting it
and turning it. CAUTION do not touch with your
fingers the exhaust hole when the steam is
released.
2nd method:
"Quick depressurizing under running water "
• Place the pressure cooker in the dry sink and let cold
water to run over the side of the lid and on the side of
the main body (not over the lid handle or any valves)
until the safety valve is completely down.
• Set the pressure regulator button into position in
order to release any residual pressure.
3rd method:
"Let the pressure cooker cool off"
• Take advantage of the residual energy in the pressure cooker and shortly before the end of the
cooking time take the cooker off the stove and just let it gradually cool down until the safety valve
is completely down.
• Set the pressure regulator button into position in order to release any residual pressure.
• This method is used especially for foods that need longer cooking time.
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11. Opening the pressure cooker (after use):
Making sure the depressurizing of the pressure cooker is done correctly and open the lid by following
the steps below.
• To open the lid, rotate clockwise until the two clamps are at the outer most position.
• Remove the lid from the main body of the pressure cooker.
Never force open the pressure cooker. Do not open before making sure that its internal
pressure has completely dropped.
When cooking doughy food, gently shake the cooker before opening the lid to avoid food
ejection.
After cooking meat with skin (e.g.ox tongue) which may swell under the effect of pressure,
do not prick the meat while the skin is swollen; you might be scalded.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Make sure to clean the pressure cooker before the first use and also each time after using it, by
following the instructions below:
• Wash the pressure cooker with warm, soapy water using a soft dish cloth.
• Do not use sharp objects, hard brushes, abrasive or caustic cleaners, cleaners that contain
chlorine or oven cleaners to clean the pressure cooker.
• Rinse thoroughly to remove any soapy residue.
• Do not allow the pressure cooker or any accessory to soak for long periods of time in the sink.
• Dry the pressure cooker and the accessories thoroughly with a clean and soft towel.
• The main body can be cleaned in the dishwasher machine (without its lid) but it is advisable to
rinse off any acidic food before loading to prevent any corrosion. Always remove and hand-dry
the main body as soon as the wash cycle has finished, as the damp atmosphere can cause
stains and damages.
• Sometimes because of the extreme hardness of water, some white spots may form on the bottom
of the item. These spots can easily be removed using vinegar.
Do not put the lid or any accessory in dish washer machine. The lid should always be cleaned by
hand.
Do not put the pressure cooker or any accessory in disinfector machine.
Cleaning and maintenance of the safety valve and pressure control valve:
• The safety valve should be cleaned regularly after each use.
• For detailed cleaning, you can disassemble the safety valve from the lid first. After washing it
you should reassemble it in the original position.
• The pressure regulation valve and vent-pipe should be cleaned regularly after each use.
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• Loosen the lock nut to release the vent-pipe and remove the pressure regulation valve from the
lid. After washing them you should reassemble them in the original position by following the
reverse procedure.
Cleaning and maintenance of the sealing ring:
• The sealing ring should be cleaned regularly after each use.
• Remove the sealing ring from the lid and wash it with warm, soapy water using a soft dish cloth.
• Rinse thoroughly to remove any soapy residue.
• Dry and wipe the sealing ring thoroughly with a clean and soft towel.
• After washing and drying it, please insert it in its original position inside the lid.
Before each use, make sure the sealing ring is in good condition and does not show any sign of
damage or malfunction. If the sealing ring is showing cracks and wrinkles or is becoming more
rigid (has started to turn in to brown color), it should be directly replaced with genuine spare part.
Do not use the pressure cooker until you replace the problematic parts with genuine spare part.
STORING
• The pressure cooker should only be stored indoors in a dry place away from moisture and high or
very low temperature and avoid direct exposure under ultraviolet.
• Always make sure the pressure cooker is clean and dry before storing it.
• While storing the pressure cooker do not put or lock the lid on the main body. Please turn the lid
upside down and place it on the top of the main body.
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PASTA
TIME
SPAGHETTI
4’ – 6’
NOODLES
1’ – 2’
RICE
WITH COOKED
INGREDIENTS
7’
WITH RAW INGREDIENTS
9’
DRIED VEGETABLES
CHICKPEAS
600gr. with chopped vegetables
20 – 25’
RED BEANS
600gr. With chopped vegetables
20’ WHITE BEANS
600gr.with chopped vegetables
15’ LENTILS
600gr. with chopped vegetables
10’
FISH
HALIBUT OR SOLE
600gr.in 4pieces
4’
MEAT
VEAL
600gr. chopped meat
30’ BEEF
600gr. chopped meat
40’ PORK
1kg. of loin in one piece
25’
1kg of ribs in one piece
15’
LAMB
1kg of leg in one piece
15’ RABBIT
1kg of chopped rabbit
15’ CHICKEN
1kg of chopped chicken
18’
1kg of chicken in 1 piece
20’
DUCK
1kg of chopped duck
20’
1kg of duck in one piece
25’ QUAIL
1kg in 4 pieces
10’
FRUITS AND
APPLES
4 whole peeled pcs (with a little
water)
5’ – 10’
DESSERTS
PEARS
4 whole peeled pcs (cooked with
wine)
5’ – 10’
STRAWBERRY JAM
1kg of strawberries and 1kg of sugar
7’ CREAM CARAMEL
1200gr of milk, 8 eggs and sugar
5’ – 10’
SOUP
GARLIC SOUP
8’ – 10’
RICE SOUP
6’ – 8’
MEAT SOUP
30’ – 45’
ONION SOUP
3’ – 4’
CHICKEN SOUP
25’ – 30’
PEA SOUP
12’ – 15’
NOODLE SOUP
4’ – 6’
POTATO SOUP
6’ – 8’
FISH SOUP
6’ – 8’
TOMATO SOUP
2’ – 3’
VEGETABLE SOUP
5’ – 8’
MEAT & VEGETABLE SOUP
10’ – 20’
VEGETABLES
BEETS
500gr cut up
5’ – 8’
ARTICHOKES
500gr whole
6’ – 12’
GREEN BEANS
500gr cut up
2’ – 6’
CABBAGE
500gr cut up
5’ – 7’
BRUSSELS SPROUTS
500gr whole
5’ – 7’
CAULIFLOWER
500gr in branches
4’ – 6’
ASPARAGUS
500gr thin
3’ – 7’
CARROTS
500gr whole
4’ – 8’
POTATOES
500gr whole unpeeled
5’
500gr cut up peeled
3’
Cooking times
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Analysis
Solution
There is not any
steam going out
of the pressure
regulation valve
while the red
head of the
safety valve is
still down (not
visible).
This is only normal during the first
few minutes of use, until the right
pressure is generated inside the
cooker. If there is no change please
check the following:
1) The stove power is set at very low
volume and it is not enough to
generate the right pressure.
2) The amount of water in the
cooker is too small and not
enough to generate the right
pressure.
3) The pressure regulator button is
not set in position or .
1) Set the stove power in a higher
level.
2) Add the estimated amount of
water (after you turn off the stove,
remove the pressure cooker in
order to cool down, depressurize
the cooker and open the lid
according to the detailed
instructions).
3) Set the pressure regulator button
in position or .
There is not any
steam going out
of the pressure
regulation valve
while the red
head of the
safety valve is
raised and
visible.
1) The pressure regulation valve is
blocked by food debris or other
objects.
2) The pressure regulation valve is
damaged and must be replaced.
3) The amount of water in the
cooker is too small and the food
is cooked dry.
1) Clean the pressure regulation
valve using a thin object (*).
2) Replace the pressure regulation
valve (*).
3) Add the estimated amount of
water (*).
(*) = after you turn off the stove,
remove the pressure cooker in order
to cool down, depressurize the
cooker and open the lid according to
the detailed instructions.
There is steam
and/or drops of
water escaping
from the edge of
the lid, while the
red head of the
safety valve is
still down (not
visible).
1) To lid is not closed and locked
properly.
2) The sealing ring is not installed
correctly in the lid.
3) The sealing ring is not clean.
4) The sealing ring is not in good
condition and must be replaced.
1) Close the lid in proper way.
2) Install the sealing ring correctly in
the lid (*).
3) Clean the sealing ring (*).
4) Replace the sealing ring (*).
(*) = after you turn off the stove,
remove the pressure cooker in order
to cool down, depressurize the
cooker and open the lid according to
the detailed instructions.
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Problem
Analysis
Solution
A great deal of
steam is
escaping from
the edge of the
lid, although the
safety valve is
raised and
visible.
1) The sealing ring is not in good
condition and must be replaced.
2) The sealing ring may have been
triggered as a safety system,
because the valves are damaged
or blocked by food debris or other
objects.
1) Replace the sealing ring (*).
2) Clean the valves thoroughly or
contact the dealer you purchased
the pressure cooker for repair or
replacement (*).
(*) = after you turn off the stove,
remove the pressure cooker in order
to cool down, depressurize the
cooker and open the lid according to
the detailed instructions.
The safety valve
still keeps down
and not visible.
1) There is steam and/or drops of
water escaping from the edge of
the lid.
2) The amount of water in the
cooker is too small and not
enough to generate the right
pressure.
3) The safety valve is not installed
correctly or need to be tightened.
1) See above instructions.
2) Add the estimated amount of
water (*).
3) Install the safety valve in correct
way and make sure it is tight (*).
(*) = after you turn off the stove,
remove the pressure cooker in order
to cool down, depressurize the
cooker and open the lid according to
the detailed instructions.
Steam is
extracted from
safety valve.
1) The safety valve may have been
triggered as a safety system,
because the pressure regulation
valve is damaged or blocked by
food debris or other objects
2) The cooker is overfilled. The
amount of food in the cooker is
more than the accepted limit.
3) The stove power is set at very
high volume.
1) Clean the pressure regulation
valve (*).
2) Take out the extra food so that
the cooker is filled with correct
amount (*).
3) Set the stove power in a lower
level, and set the pressure
regulation valve in correct level.
(*) = after you turn off the stove,
remove the pressure cooker in order
to cool down, depressurize the
cooker and open the lid according to
the detailed instructions.
The lid does not
open.
1) There is still pressure inside the
cooker.
1) Depressurize the cooker and
open the lid according to the
detailed instructions.
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CAUTION:
When any of the security components (valve, pressure control valve and steam
release pipe, window box and rubber seal) of the cooker has blocked then direct
the following actions:
1) Turn off the stove/heat source.
2) Remove the pressure cooker from the stove and place it on a flat stable and dry surface.
3) Allow the pressure cooker to cool down.
4) Depressurize the cooker in the prescribed manner.
5) Open the cooker in prescribed manner.
6) Check careful the safety system parts (safety valve, pressure regulation valve and ventpipe, safety window and sealing ring) and clean them thoroughly or, if necessary replace
them with genuine spare parts.
Note:
This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
Note:
This product is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control
system.
MODEL and TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model
VICKO Ref. No
Capacity
DSS2206
247-50226
6 L
Technical Specifications and features
Working pressure:
1st: 50kPa, 2nd: 90kPa
Multi-level safety system
1st level:
120-160kPa (Safety Valve)
2nd level:
180-300kPa (Sealing Ring & Safety Window)
Maximum pressure:
PS: 300kPa
Bottom type:
Thermal capsule bottom
Bottom diameter:
Ø19cm
Appropriate heat sources:
Electric, Ceramic, Halogen, Gas, Induction
Body and lid material:
Stainless steel 18/10
Features:
Capacity indication scale.
Modern ergonomic design.
Energy saving.
Saves cooking time.
ALL PRODUCTS ARE GUARANTEED FOR THEIR QUALITY.
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