7
8
Before cooking
■
Before each use, check that the steam outlet is not clogged.
■
Fit the pressure regulator valve.
■
Set the pressure regulator valve as indicated in your recipe
(position
1
or
2
).
■
Place the Pressure Cooker on the stovetop turned to a high setting.
As soon as the pressure indicator pin rises, you will be unable
to open the Pressure Cooker (never try to force it open).
■
Cooking begins when the pressure regulator valve allows steady
release of steam, making a regular hissing noise.
!
If the pressure has not risen and no steam
is released from the valve :
■
This is normal for the first few minutes.
■
If this persists check that:
The heat setting is high enough, if not, turn it up.
There is enough liquid in the pot (see page 5).
The pressure regulator valve is set to position 1 or 2.
The Pressure Cooker is properly closed.
The gasket and the rim of the pot are not damaged.
If the pressure indicator pin has risen and no steam
is released from the valve :
■
Put your Pressure Cooker under cold running water to
decompress.
■
Clean the pressure regulator valve and the steam outlet.
Sensor II USA 4131340 12/03/02 10:15 Page 8