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Closing the lid. 
a) 

Make sure the Rubber Seal Ring (21) is fitted properly onto the inner part of the 
lid (2). 

b) 

Observe the Rubber Seal Ring (21) inside the Lid (2) and ensure that it is evenly 
fitted onto the track.  

(Caution:  If the rubber seal ring is damaged, do not 

use the pressure cooker.  Contact Customer Service to repair or replace.)

 

c) 

Close the lid. 

d) 

Hold the Handle (1) and turn it to the “Closed” position or Counter -clockwise. (A 
clamping sound can be heard) (Figure 20 & 21). 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

5.

 

Adjust the Pressure Limiting Valve (3) to the “Airtight” position, and ensure that the 
Float Valve (5) sinks. (Figure 22a & 22b) 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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There are Thirteen Menu Buttons programmed for your pressure cooker.  These are preset for quick 
and easy cooking for small portions of food in addition to manual programming.  (When cooking food 
that is more than 3lbs. or more than 6-cups, please use the Timed Cooking function.)  Each of these 
choices is programmed to detect the weight of food being cooked and how much liquid is inside the 
pot during the cooking cycle.  The unit will automatically build up the pressure, cook the food and go 
to Keep Warm when cooking is complete. 

 

MENU BUTTON SELECTIONS & APPROXIMATE COOK TIMES:

 

REHEAT** 

20-minutes 

PORK/RIBS 

30-minutes 

BEANS 

14-minutes 

SOUPS 

16-mintues 

BROWN RICE 

23-minutes 

BEEF 

26-minutes 

WHITE RICE 

10-minutes 

POTATOES 

12-minutes 

WILD RICE/GRAINS 

25-minutes 

DESSERTS 

20-minutes 

STEW 

18-minutes 

VEGETABLES/FISH 

5-minutes 

POULTRY 

20-minutes 

 

 

 
1) 

Prepare desired food and place into cooking pot. 

2) 

Secure the lid onto the unit, turn it Counter-clockwise to lock it properly in place. 

3) 

Make sure the Pressure Limiting Valve (3) is set to the “Airtight” position. (Except when using 
the Reheat function.  See Page 9 **Reheat Function). 

4) 

Plug the power cord into a 110-120V power outlet. 

5) 

The LED screen will display 

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6) 

Press the Menu Select Button to scroll through the Menu Selections.  The Cook-Time will 
display for each selection.  Press START once you have selected the desired Menu Function. 

7) 

Once you press START, the LED screen will display 

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8) 

When proper pressure is achieved, the LED screen will display 

P0

 

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for cooking Beans as an 

example and the cook-time will begin to count down. 

9) 

When the unit has pressurized, it will begin to pressure-cook the food.  You may hear quiet 
hissing or sizzling sounds coming from inside of the unit during this time. 

10)  When cooking has completed, the pressure cooker will beep 3-times and automatically go to 

Keep Warm.  The LED Screen will display 

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11)  The Keep Warm indicator light will begin to flash/flicker.  This means the Pressure Cooker is 

naturally releasing the pressure.  This will take approximately 10-15 minutes.

 

 

12)  If you wish to Quick Release the pressure, m

ove the Pressure Limiting Valve (3) to “Exhaust” 

position to release the pressure until the Float Valve (5) sinks. (Figure 23a & 23b).

 

CAUTION:  Keep hands and face away from Pressure Limiting Valve while in the Exhaust 
position.  Failure to comply may cause serious injury. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

13)  Always be certain the pressure is released completely before unlocking the lid and opening it. 
14)  Remove food to serve immediately or press the Keep Warm button to keep food warm.   

(It is not recommended to keep food warm for over 4-hours). 

 
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NOTES & TIPS #1: 

 

Please note that the Pressure Limiting Valve (3) will be loose when you are not 
using the unit for cooking.  It will rock slightly and will turn 360

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the pressure cooker is in operation and the pressure has built up to its capacity, 
the Pressure Limiting Valve (3) will tighten securely, only allowing itself to be 
turned to the Left or Right to “Exhaust”.  Once all the pressure has released, it 
will become loose again. 

 

NOTES & TIPS #2: 

  During the Pressure Building process, you may notice steam or pressure escaping from 

the Pressure Limiting Valve (3).  Carefully adjust the valve by moving it gently or turning 
it side to side gently using tongs or similar utensil until it seals properly. 

  If any steam is escaping around the lid, it means that the Rubber Seal Ring (21) may not 

have completed a tight seal when the lid was locked.  Cancel the cooking process, 
release pressure manually or naturally, remove the lid and check the Rubber Seal Ring 
(21).  Reposition the lid and ensure that it is secure.  Start the cooking process again. 

 

CAUTION:

 Always 

use protective gloves 
when releasing the 
pressure to reduce 
risk of injury. 

Summary of Contents for Platinum EPC-808

Page 1: ... missing parts of the product Parts will need to be purchased separately Damages of parts that are not electrical for example cracked or broken plastic or glass Damage from service or repair by unauthorized personnel Extended warranties purchased via a separate company or reseller Consumer s remorse is not an acceptable reason to return a product to our Service Center The consumer is responsible f...

Page 2: ...lace the Lid 20 Clean the Filter 20 regularly to keep the cooker clean 21 NEVER use additional weight on the Pressure Limiting Valve 3 or replace the Pressure Limiting Valve 3 with anything not intended for use with this unit 22 The surface of contact between the Inner Pot 8 and the Electronic Heater 18 should always be clean DO NOT use the Inner Pot with other heating sources DO NOT replace the I...

Page 3: ...one s taste and needs in addition to the Pre Set menu A Delay Timer allows the user to delay the cooking time up to 24 hours When the timer is set the count down will start By the end of the countdown the cooker will start to heat up The pressure cooker also has its own memory Interruptions such as a power failure automatically renew the cooking cycle where the unit left off when the power resumes...

Page 4: ... the lid Hold the Lid 2 with both hands at the Closed Lid position and pull it upwards in a slanted position to a height of 10cm between the Lid and the upper edge of the cooker Figure 11 Align the Lid s Sliding Latch 7 to the pressure cooker s Lock Slider 6 and turn it in a clockwise direction until you reach the Opened Lid position Figure 12 The lid will be installed when the lid is seated and i...

Page 5: ... P 8 When proper pressure is achieved the LED screen will display P0 14 for cooking Beans as an example and the cook time will begin to count down 9 When the unit has pressurized it will begin to pressure cook the food You may hear quiet hissing or sizzling sounds coming from inside of the unit during this time 10 When cooking has completed the pressure cooker will beep 3 times and automatically g...

Page 6: ...e power cord into a 110 120V power outlet 5 The LED screen will display 00 00 6 Press the DELAY TIMER button then the HOUR button to increase the timer by 0 5 hour increments up to 10 hours thereafter 1 hour increments indicated on the LED screen The maximum Preset period is 24 hours in half hour increments After 24 hours the timer will start a new cycle The time that displays on the LED screen sh...

Page 7: ...lications publications_usda html Always use canning supplies specifically manufactured for canning purposes It is recommended to use mason jars that are 32 ounces or smaller Do not stack jars on top of each other This pressure cooker can hold up to 3 x 32oz jars OR 4 x 16oz jars at a time Always inspect your canning supplies to ensure proper function and safety Avoid using jars with chips nicks cr...

Page 8: ...ce the unit has built up enough pressure the red display will change to a letter P This is the time the unit will start cooking the food This may take up to 5 minutes The unit will then start to cool down and de pressurize on its own It will beep 3 times The P will turn back to a 0 and the Keep Warm light will begin to blink During this time the food inside is still cooking Depending if you want y...

Page 9: ... cooking time exceeds 15 minutes use 2 cups of liquid If weight of meat or poultry is 3lbs use 3 cups of liquid Preserved or salted meats should be immersed in water Cooking times for meat and poultry may vary according to the quality and quantity of meat or poultry being cooked Unless indicated The cooking times given below are for 3 pounds of meat or poultry unless noted otherwise Additionally t...

Page 10: ...ps of water for each cup of beans or legumes Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil for each cup of water to cut down on foaming Do not add salt until after cooking Let pressure drop naturally after cooking Cooking times may vary according to the quality of the beans or other legumes If still hard after recommended cooking times continue cooking uncovered Add additional water if necessary Below chart i...

Page 11: ...r until there are no chunks left Set aside Pour the oil into the pressure cooker sprinkle the beef with salt pepper then brown over heat Follow the Browning Sautéing instructions on Page 11 of this manual Once brown add the water reserved tomato sauce paprika cumin Close the lid and press the MEAT CHICKEN function switch When meat is done follow instructions to reduce pressure Add the pepper mixtu...

Page 12: ...at northern beans 3 1 4 cups water divided 3 lbs lamb shanks about 2 large shanks 2 tablespoons all purpose flour 1 2 teaspoon salt 1 2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 2 teaspoons olive oil divided 1 2 cup shallot sliced 6 garlic cloves sliced 1 cup dry red wine 1 4 cup sun dried tomato 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 14 1 4 ounce can low sodium beef broth 2 tables...

Page 13: ...ng is complete use the Quick or Natural release method and remove the lid Remove dish using a removing utensil tool Slice and serve SWEET SOUR BEEF SPARERIBS SERVES 4 Ingredients 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 lb lean short spareribs cut into serving pieces Sweet Sour Sauce Ingredients 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons honey 3 cloves garlic minced 1 4 cup ketchup 2 tab...

Page 14: ...iling Lock the lid in place and press the SOUP STEW button When cooking is complete use the Quick or Natural release method and remove the lid Add cilantro and salt to taste Place cheese and tortilla chips in individual soup bowls and pour hot soup on top Serve with lime wedges if desired SPICED APPLE CRUNCH SERVES 3 Ingredients 1 cup dry bread crumbs unseasoned 1 4 cup sugar 1 2 teaspoon cinnamon...

Page 15: ...ssor until smooth Spoon 4 tablespoons of the purée on four dessert dishes or shallow bowls Place a pear upright in the center or each dish Spoon some syrup over the pears Dribble 1 tablespoon of cream in a circle over the sauce With the aid of a knife swirl the cream into the sauce in an attractive design CINNAMON APPLE FLAN WITH MAPLE SYRUP SERVES 6 Ingredients 5 tablespoons maple syrup 1 4 teasp...

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