Long Handles:
In addition to being used to move and carry the pressure cooker, the long handles
interlock together when the lid is turned clockwise. The lid long handle contains important components
to the use of the pressure cooker.
Side short handles:
These handles provide greater stability when moving or carrying the pressure
cooker.
Operating Valve:
The operating valve features 2 pressure settings (positions 1 and 2), and a steam
release position ( ). Pressure level 1 is LOW PRESSURE, equivalent to 8.7 psi (8.7 pounds of pressure
per square inch). Use this setting for delicate foods such as fish or vegetables. Pressure level 2 is HIGH
PRESSURE, equivalent to 13 psi (13 pounds of pressure per square inch). Use this setting for most recipes
such as stews, soups, meat, etc.
POSITION
PRESSURE
Pounds/Square Inch (psi)
Steam Release/Open
1
8.7 (Low)
2
13 (High)
Gasket:
In order to provide an air-tight seal, a silicone gasket is positioned around the underside of the
lid. Never use the pressure cooker without the gasket properly positioned. Do not use the pressure
cooker with a worn or damaged gasket. New gaskets can be purchased at www.lagostina.ca or call our
customer satisfaction hotline number 1-800-263-4067.
Pressure Indicator:
The pressure indicator is the red rod, located on top of the side short lid handle. It
indicates whether there is pressure inside the cooker. As the pressure cooker heats and pressure builds,
the pressure indicator will rise automatically. If the pressure indicator is raised, there is pressure inside
the cooker and the pressure cooker cannot be opened. If the pressure indicator is not raised, there is no
pressure inside the pressure cooker and you can safely open the lid when the operating valve is in the
open steam release position ( ).
Safety Window:
If there is excessive pressure build-up inside the pressure cooker, steam will be released
through the safety window located in the rim of the lid. This is an emergency pressure release mechanism
that should never become operative under normal use. To ensure the correct functioning of this window,
the gasket should be checked before each use for dirt or damage.
WARNING:
Excess steam escaping through the safety window will be very hot and might cause
serious injuries. In the event the safety window is triggered to release excess pressure, always place
the pressure cooker on the stove in such a position that the safety window is not facing towards
you or towards anything that could get damaged by the steam and sputtering liquid.
Stainless Steel Steamer Basket:
This Lagostina pressure cooker comes with a stainless steel steamer
basket. The basket is used for steaming food under pressure without placing them directly in the cooking
liquid.
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