T-Fal P31052, User Manual

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T-FAL and Your Frequently Asked Questions
Problems Suggestion
The pressure cooker has
been heated under
pressure without liquid
inside: Have your pressure cooker checked by an approved
service center.
The pressure indicator
does not rise and no
steam is released
through the valve
during cooking: This is normal during the first few minutes. However, if this
persists, check that:
- the heat source is sufficiently strong. If not, increase it.
- the quantity of liquid in the pot is sufficient.
- the pressure cooker is properly closed.
- the gasket and edge of the pot are not damaged.
The pressure indicator
has risen and no
steam is released
through the valve
during cooking: This is normal during the first few minutes.
However, if this persists, check that :
- Turn off the heat, let the pressure cooker cool at room
temperature until the pressure indicator drops down.
- Never touch the pressure indicator.
- Check and clean the operating valve (A), the steam
release outlet (B), the safety valve (D) and the gasket
(H).
If steam leaks from
around the lid, check: The lid is properly closed.
The lid gasket is properly affixed.
The gasket is in good condition, replace it if necessary.
The lid, gasket, gasket housing on the lid, safety valve and
operating valve are all clean.
The edge of the pot is not damaged.
Food has been burned
in the pressure cooker: Let the pot soak before cleaning.
Never use bleach or products containing chlorine.
You cannot open the
lid: Turn off the heat, let the pressure cooker cool at room
temperature until the pressure indicator drops down.
Never touch the pressure indicator.
If the food is not
cooked or is burned,
check: The cooking time.
The power of the heat source.
If the operating valve is properly attached.
The quantity of liquid.