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Instructions 

and Recipes

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6-Quart Stainless Steel

Pressure Cooker

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This is a 

 Listed appliance. The following Important Safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

  1.  

Read all instructions.

  2. Be sure that handles are assembled and fastened properly before using this appliance (see pages 2 and 3). Cracked, broken or charred 

handles should be replaced.

  3.  Always check the vent pipe before use. Hold cover up to light and look through vent pipe to be certain it is clear.

  4.  Always check the air vent/cover lock to be sure it moves freely before use.

  5.  Do not fill pressure cooker over ⅔ full. For soup, grains, and dry beans and peas which expand during cooking, do not fill cooker 

over ½ full. Overfilling may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe and developing excess pressure. See food preparation instructions.

  6.  Do not pressure cook applesauce, cranberries, rhubarb, cereals, pastas, dried soup mixes, or any dry beans and peas which are 

not listed on the chart on page 24. These foods tend to foam, froth, and sputter and may block the vent pipe, pressure relief valve, 

overpressure plug, and air vent/cover lock.

  7. This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injury. Make certain pressure cooker is properly closed 

before operating; cover handle must be directly above the body handle. See “HOw TO USE

” instructions.

  8. Do not place the pressure cooker or attempt to pressure cook in a heated oven.

   9.  Extreme caution must be used when moving a pressure cooker containing hot liquids. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles 

or knobs.

 10.  Do not open pressure cooker until the unit has cooled and all internal pressure has been released, air vent/cover lock has dropped, 

and no steam escapes when the pressure regulator is removed. If the handles are difficult to push apart, this indicates that the cooker 

is still pressurized – do not force it open. Any pressure in the cooker can be hazardous. See “How To Use” instructions

 11. To ensure safe operation and satisfactory performance, replace the overpressure plug every time you replace the sealing ring or sooner 

if it becomes hard, deformed, cracked, worn, or pitted. It is recommended that the sealing ring and overpressure plug be replaced at 

least every two years.

 12. Close supervision is necessary when the pressure cooker is used near children. It is not recommended that children use the pressure 

cooker.

 13. when normal operating pressure is reached, the pressure regulator will begin to rock. Gradually lower the heat to maintain a slow, 

steady rocking motion. If the pressure regulator is allowed to rock vigorously excess steam will escape, liquid will be evaporated, 

and food may scorch.

 14. Caution: Do not use pressure cooker on an outdoor LP gas burner or gas range over 12,000 BTU’s.

 15. Do not use this pressure cooker for other than intended use.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Summary of Contents for 6-Quart Stainless Steel

Page 1: ...liance cooks under pressure Improper use may result in scalding injury Make certain pressure cooker is properly closed before operating cover handle must be directly above the body handle See How To U...

Page 2: ...pressure cooker handles can be found inside the pressure cooker body in individual plastic bags To Attach Body Handle to Cooker Body 1 Locate bag containing long body handle This is the long handle t...

Page 3: ...inside the pressure cooker This higher temperature speeds cooking The moist steam atmosphere also tenderizes meats naturally It is important to become familiar with the various parts of the pressure...

Page 4: ...le If the pressure regulator is allowed to rock vigorously excess steam will escape Therefore too much liquid will evaporate and food may scorch Never leave your pressure cooker unattended at high hea...

Page 5: ...d lugs on the cover and body which lock the cover in place when the cooker is fully closed However if the cooker is not fully closed the lugs cannot lock the cover onto the body It s possible that pre...

Page 6: ...an it with a small brush or pipe cleaner if it is blocked or partially blocked Fig N Also clean the vent pipe nut as shown 4 Occasionally remove the air vent cover lock in the pressure cooker cover ha...

Page 7: ...e unit to the Presto Factory Service Department see page 30 10 If for any reason the pressure cooker cannot be opened contact the Consumer Service Department in Eau Claire Wisconsin at 1 800 877 0441...

Page 8: ...this purpose Also be sure to follow the recipe instructions for cooling the pressure cooker What if the food is not completely done after the recommended cooking time Simply bring the cooker back up t...

Page 9: ...ng to directions on page 23 Do not pressure cook soups containing barley rice pasta grains dry beans and peas which are not listed in the chart on page 24 and dried soup mixes because they have a tend...

Page 10: ...rots inch thick 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar 1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro chopped Salt to taste Soak beans according to instructions on page 23 Pour oil in pre...

Page 11: ...Add remaining ingredients except kidney beans Close cover securely Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 5 minutes with pressure regulator rocking slowly Let pressure drop of its own accord S...

Page 12: ...rd bay leaf Mix 2 tablespoons mustard with cornstarch Stir into liquid in pressure cooker Heat until sauce boils and thickens stirring constantly Serve sauce with salmon steaks Nutrition Information P...

Page 13: ...ooker Cover bowl firmly with aluminum foil Pour 1 cup water into cooker Place bowl on rack in cooker Close cover securely Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 5 minutes with pressure regulat...

Page 14: ...SEE PAGE 5 Operating the cooker without cooking liquid or allowing the cooker to boil dry will damage the cooker 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves 1 teaspoon rosema...

Page 15: ...cut into chunks cup brown sugar cup vinegar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon catsup teaspoon Worcestershire sauce teaspoon ground ginger 2 tablespoons cold water 2 tablespoons cornstarch Pour oil...

Page 16: ...cking slowly Let pressure drop of its own accord Serve chicken and sauce over rice Nutrition Information Per Serving 3 servings 394 Calories 14 g Fat 90 mg Cholesterol Chicken and Dressing 2 cups cook...

Page 17: ...spoon vegetable oil 2 cups water Salt and pepper 1 small onion chopped 1 bay leaf Pour oil into cooker Turn heat selector to medium and brown roast well on all sides remove roast Pour water into cooke...

Page 18: ...with Parmesan cheese if desired Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 229 Calories 12 g Fat 51 mg Cholesterol 1 pound lean ground beef 1 can 14 to 15 ounces diced tomatoes cup water 1 cup chopp...

Page 19: ...ounds spareribs cut into serving pieces 1 cup water 1 cup catsup cup water STUFFED PORK CHOPS cup corn 1 cup bran flakes crushed 2 tablespoons water teaspoon dried sage 1 cups water Salt and pepper to...

Page 20: ...ter onion Worcestershire sauce and garlic in cooker Close cover securely Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 6 minutes with pressure regulator rocking slowly Cool cooker at once Add potatoe...

Page 21: ...e concentrate thawed Salt and pepper to taste Add all ingredients to cooker Close cover securely Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 4 minutes with pressure regulator rocking slowly Cool co...

Page 22: ...iven in chart For fresh and frozen vegetables pour liquid into cooker Place vegetables on rack in cooker FOR FRESH AND FROZEN VEGETABLES DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER 2 3 FULL 3 sweet potatoes peel...

Page 23: ...tendency to froth and foam during cooking which could cause the vent pipe to become blocked Therefore it is necessary to use the following cautions when pressure cooking dry beans and peas 1 Never fil...

Page 24: ...p lentils tablespoon coriander tablespoon curry powder teaspoon ground ginger teaspoon salt FOR DRY BEANS AND PEAS DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER FULL Operating the cooker without cooking liquid or...

Page 25: ...its own accord Using tongs or hot pads carefully remove bowl from cooker Remove foil Before serving separate the grains by lifting gently with a fork while steaming It may be necessary to allow excess...

Page 26: ...over medium heat add rice and stir for 2 minutes until coated and slightly translucent Add garlic and cook for 1 minute Combine rice garlic broth wine and tomatoes in a metal bowl which fits loosely...

Page 27: ...one fourth of the butter Wrap foil around apple pinching firmly together at top Place reserved wine water and apples in cooker Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 10 minutes with pressure r...

Page 28: ...ns flour 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons margarine softened 2 cups water Sprinkle apples with lemon juice Combine oats brown sugar flour and cinnamon Cut in margarine until coarse meal forms Place a...

Page 29: ...15 MEATS 17 Apricot Barbecue Pork Roast 18 Barbecue Spareribs 19 Beef Pot Roast 17 Beef Stew 18 Corned Beef 19 Lamb Stew 20 Meat Timetable 20 Porcupine Meatballs 17 Pork Roast 19 Spaghetti Meat Sauce...

Page 30: ...esto can only guarantee the quality and performance of genuine PRESTO parts Look alikes might not be of the same quality or function in the same manner To ensure that you are buying genuine PRESTO rep...

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