Nesco PC6-13, Instruction Manual, Page: 7 / 44

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FUNCTIONS
1. Pressure Regulator Knob - Align marks on knob. Position to “PRESSURE”
for pressurized cooking and position to “STEAM” to release pressure or cooking
without pressure.
2. Locking Lid - A mechanical safety feature that locks the lid until pressure in the
cooker is reduced to safe levels.
3. Control Panel - Buttons that control the functions of the unit.
• KEEP WARM - Reheats food or keeps food warm for serving.
• STEAM - Quickly boils water to steam foods like vegetables or rice.
• SLOW COOK - Cooks recipes slowly (12 hour timer) and at a low heat (180°F)
to retain the natural flavors and tenderness.
• SAUTÉ/BROWN - To brown/sauté meat before pressure cooking for better results.
• TIME DELAY - Allows you to delay the cooking process by up to 8 hours.
• RICE - One touch setting for cooking rice.
• LOW PRESSURE - Controls cooking pressure at 5 pounds above atmospheric pressure.
• HIGH PRESSURE - Controls cooking pressure at 10 pounds above atmospheric pressure.
• START /STOP - Controls power to the control board.
4. Condensation Cup - Collects excess condensation during cooking process. Pull
down to remove and push up to lock.
5. Base - Do not immerse in water! Contains the electronic controls and heater.
6. Cooking Pot - Features 6 liters capacity, removable with non-stick coating for
easy cleanup and durable aluminum alloy for even heating.
7. Power Cord - Removable for easy storage. Be sure plug is attached to the base
securely.
8. Cooking Rack - Use when cooking multiple food items or steaming.
9.
Serving Spoon / Measuring Cup
- Use to stir or serve. Protects the surface of
the cooking pot. 6 oz. cup to measure ingredients or to remove excess liquid.
10.
Sealing Gasket
- Creates air tight seal necessary for pressure cooking and is
removable for easy cleaning.
11.
Regulator Filter
- Protects regulator valve from larger pieces of food that could
cause blocking. Check that it is clean and in place.
12. Floating Valve - Safety valve engages when pressure is built in the cooker and
will not allow lid to be removed.
FUNCTION TIME SETTINGS
FUNCTION SETTING DEFAULT TIME TOTAL TIME
HIGH AND LOW PRESSURE 1 MINUTE 1 MIN. TO 2 HRS
RICE 10 MINS. 5 TO 30 MINS.
TIME DELAY 30 MINS. 8 HRS.
SAUTÉ/BROWN N 30 MINS. 1 TO 30 MINS.
SLOW COOK 4 HRS. 30 MINS. TO 12 HRS.
STEAM 15 MINS. 1 MIN. TO 2 HRS.
KEEP WARM NONE NONE