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PROBLEM: The pressure cooker cannot be opened after cooking.
REASON:
1. There is still pressure built-up in the pressure cooker.
2. If the pressure indicator has dropped, but you still cannot open the lid, it might
be because the operating valve has not been moved to the open ( ) position.
See “ To open the pressure cooker ” section of this manual.
SOLUTION:
1. Use the automatic or the cold water release method to release any remaining
pressure. Make sure the safety valve has dropped. Try opening again.
2. Move the operating valve towards the open position ( ) and try opening again.
PROBLEM: Foods are under-cooked.
REASON:
1. Cooking time is too short.
2. The natural or cold water release method was inadequately used to release
the pressure.
SOLUTION:
1. Always check the cooking time in your recipe. If food is still under-cooked, extend
cooking time by approximately 1-2 minutes and cook under pressure, or simmer
without lid until desired texture is achieved.
2. Use the natural release method so that food has benefit of additional cooking time
as pressure drops.
PROBLEM: Food is over-cooked.
REASON:
1. Cooking time is too long.
2. The natural release method was inadequately used to release the pressure.
SOLUTION:
1. Always check the cooking times in your recipe. If food is overcooked, shorten
the cooking time by at least 1-2 minutes.
2. Use the natural or cold water release method so that pressure drops immediately.
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