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Problems
Recommandations
Steam is leaking
around
the
lid:
check:
• The lid closes correctly.
• The seal is correctly fitted onto the lid.
• The seal is clean and not damaged. Replace it if ne-
cessary.
• Lid, safety valve and operating valve are clean.
• The edge of the pot is not damaged.
If one of the secu-
rity devices is acti-
vated (safety valve
or seal):
• Turn off the heat source immediately.
• Let the pressure cooker cool down.
• Open the cooker.
• Check and clean the operating valve, steam release
outlet, safety valve and seal.
I cannot open the
lid:
• Check that the pressure indicator is in the low posi-
tion.
• If not: release the steam from the pressure cooker
by cooling it under cold running water, if necessary.
If the food is burnt
or undercooked,
check:
• The cooking time.
• The heat source.
• That the programme selector is on the correct setting.
• The quantity of liquid.
If food has burnt
in the pot:
• Leave the pot to soak before cleaning it.
• Never use bleach or chlorine based products to clean
it.
If regular beeps are
being emitted and
the cooking time is
flashing:
• Check that the timer has been properly put in place
on the control module.
If you cannot put
the handles into
the working
position: check
that:
• The release button is not jammed.
• If the problem persists, have your pressure cooker
checked by an approved TEFAL Service Centre.
If you cannot fold
back the handles:
do not force them.
Check
• That you have pressed the handle release buttons
in completely.
• If the problem persists, have your pressure cooker
checked by an approved TEFAL Service Centre.
*depending on model
