4.
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 into 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 clockwise. (A clamping
sound can be heard) (Figure 20 & 21).
5.
Adjust the Pressure Limiting Valve (3) to the “Air Tight” position, and ensure that the
Float Valve (5) sinks. (Figure 22a & 22b)
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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There are five Menu Buttons programmed for your pressure cooker. These are provided for quick
and easy cooking for small portions of food in addition to manual programming. (When cooking food
that is more than 3-4lbs. 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:
SOUP & STEW
20 – 25 minutes
RICE & RISOTTO
5- 10 minutes
MEAT & CHICKEN
10 – 15 minutes
POTATOES & YAMS
15-20 minutes
BEANS & GRAINS
25 – 30 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.
4)
Plug the power cord into a 110-120V power outlet.
5)
The LCD screen will display
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6)
Choose the desired Menu Button. Press the Menu Button, the indicator light will illuminate. The
pressure cooker will begin to operate. There is no need to press the
START
button.
7)
When proper pressure is achieved, the LCD screen will display
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8)
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.
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NOTES & TIPS #1:
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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
°
manually. Once
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 #3:
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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.
NOTES & TIPS #2:
When pressing a Menu Button, the LCD screen will not immediately change until the unit
has pressurized. This may take approximately 5-10 minutes depending on the quantity of
food you are cooking.
NOTES & TIPS #4:
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When cooking soups or stews with other hearty ingredients such as potatoes or meat,
as much as 5 or 6 cups of liquid must be used to prevent ingredients from over-cooking
or burning.
