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U S E A N D C A R E G U I D E

Model TPC4000

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• Eliminates the need for stovetop cooking

• Power indicator light

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Summary of Contents for TPC4000

Page 1: ...U S E A N D C A R E G U I D E Model TPC4000 4 Quart Electric Pressure Cooker...

Page 2: ...1 ny...

Page 3: ...or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner Contact Consumer Service The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may res...

Page 4: ...Section in this Use and Care Guide Do not cook foods such as applesauce cranberries pearl barley oatmeal or other cereals split peas noodles macaroni rhubarb or spaghetti These foods tend to foam fro...

Page 5: ...rns can result from steam inside Never remove the Lid while the unit is in operation Do not cover the Pressure Regulator Valve Safety Valves or Pressure Lift Pin with anything as an explosion may occu...

Page 6: ...tension cord is used 1 the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance and 2 the cord should be arranged so that it...

Page 7: ...e P N 21936 Variable Temperature Pressure Control Power Indicator Light Cleaning Brush P N 21100A Non Skid Feet Steam Vent Tube Pressure Lift Pin Lid Lock Button Lid Assembly P N 21937 Cool Touch Lid...

Page 8: ...sure Indicator Safety Valve with Pressure Lift Pin Safety Valves Pressure Regulator Valve with Steam Vent Tube Lid Lock Button Cool Touch Handle Lid Lock Mechanism Steam Vent Cutout Pressure Lift Pin...

Page 9: ...OR ANY OTHER LIQUID 3 Read the Use and Care Guide carefully and completely before using the Pressure Cooker to become familiar with the parts and features 4 Follow directions for Pressure Cooking fill...

Page 10: ...reduced slide the Lid Lock Button towards you twist the Lid counter clockwise until the Lid can be removed easily Always tilt the Lid away from you to avoid the steam See Operating Instructions Secti...

Page 11: ...to remove the Pressure Cooker Lid It also acts a Pressure Relief Valve exhausting excess pressure The Pressure Lift Pin Gasket should fit snugly around the Pin If the Pressure Lift Pin is clogged or...

Page 12: ...inished turn the Variable Temperature Pressure Control to WARMING and unplug the unit The POWER Indicator Light will turn off Browning Braised foods always taste better when browned before cooking in...

Page 13: ...the MAX Fill Line 2 3 full 3 Add the Lid and lock it into place onto the Pressure Cooker Pan following the instructions in the For Your Safety section of this Use and Care Guide 4 On the top of the L...

Page 14: ...Do not use milk milk products or cream sauces as they tend to scorch easily Make sure the rim of the Pan is clean and dry Never beat a spoon or other utensil on the rim of the Pressure Cooker Pan Any...

Page 15: ...to full pressure 12 Quickly turn the Variable Temperature Pressure Control to 6 7 see illustration until you hear a constant hissing sound that will fluctuate as the pressure changes Experience will t...

Page 16: ...ssure must be released before opening When pressure is completely reduced slide the Lid Lock Button towards you twist the Lid counter clockwise until the Lid can be removed easily Always tilt the Lid...

Page 17: ...counter clockwise until the Lid can be removed easily Always tilt the Lid away from you to avoid the steam CAUTION Never force the Pressure Cooker Lid open The Safety Lock will not release Lid if any...

Page 18: ...ssure Regulator Valve may be hot Use an oven mitt or kitchen towel to protect your hand Handle with care Never run water over or immerse the Pressure Cooker in water to release pressure CAUTION Escapi...

Page 19: ...light through the Steam Vent Tube 2 If you cannot see light the Steam Vent Tube is blocked Insert the Cleaning Brush into the Steam Vent tube and gently move it in and out until you are sure the Tube...

Page 20: ...recipes containing these foods do not fill the Pressure Cooker Pan more than 1 2 full Fill only 1 2 full when cooking stocks or soups CAUTION NEVER fill the Pressure Cooker Pan with food or liquid bey...

Page 21: ...many uses If it becomes torn cracked cut or visibly damaged DO NOT USE THE PRESSURE COOKER Call Consumer Service at 800 947 3744 to order a new Gasket If the Pressure Indicator Valve Gasket becomes da...

Page 22: ...ng pads or powders on any of the parts or components of this Pressure Cooker WARNING DO NOT IMMERSE THE PRESSURE COOKER PAN IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID NOTE Do not place the Pressure Cooker Lid Press...

Page 23: ...king or steaming Foods that should not be cooked under pressure are Applesauce cranberries rhubarb macaroni spaghetti or other pasta dried soup mixes oatmeal or other cereals grains pearl barley split...

Page 24: ...s 2 to 3 in thick 70 to 80 min 2 1 2 cups Beef corned 2 to 3 lbs 60 to 70 min 2 1 2 cups Beef round steak 2 lbs 1 2 in thick 25 to 30 min 2 cups Beef stew meat 1 in cubes 15 to 20 min 1 1 2 cups Meatb...

Page 25: ...TABLES HIGH PRESSURE COOKING TIMES QUICK STEAM RELEASE Fresh Vegetables Cooking Cooking Time Liquid Asparagus thick whole 4 to 5 min 1 cup Asparagus thin whole 2 to 3 min 1 cup Beans green or wax whol...

Page 26: ...cup Escarole coarsely chopped 1 to 2 min 1 cup Okra small pods 3 to 4 min 1 cup Onions whole 1 1 2 in diameter 3 to 4 min 1 cup Parsnips 1 in chunks 4 to 6 min 1 cup Peas shelled 2 to 3 min 1 cup Pota...

Page 27: ...en Vegetables Cooking Time Water Asparagus 2 min 1 cup Beans green wax or French cut 1 min 1 cup Beans lima 2 min 1 cup Broccoli chopped florets or spears 2 min 1 cup Brussels Sprouts 2 min 1 cup Caul...

Page 28: ...ies fresh 0 to 1 min 1 cup Peaches fresh halved 1 to 2 min 1 cup Pears fresh halved 1 to 2 min 1 cup Plums fresh 2 to 3 min 1 cup Prunes dried plums 2 to 3 min 1 cup For fruits that cook for 1 minute...

Page 29: ...to 13 min 3 cups 2 1 4 cups Kidney Beans red or white 1 cup dry 13 to 15 min 3 cups 2 cups Lentils green brown or red 2 cups dry 11 to 13 min 3 cups 4 cups Navy Beans 1 cup dry 13 to 15 min 3 cups 2 c...

Page 30: ...short grain 1 cup dry 6 to 7 min 1 1 2 cups 3 cups Rice brown 1 cup dry 18 to 19 min 2 cups 2 1 4 cups Rice wild 1 cup dry 25 to 27 min 3 cups 2 1 4 cups Quinoa 1 cup dry 6 to 7 min 1 1 2 cups 3 cups...

Page 31: ...cooking must be let out through the Steam Vent Tube and the Pressure Indicator Safety Valve with Pressure Lift Pin before the Lid can be opened Turn the Variable Temperature Pressure Control to WARMIN...

Page 32: ...at 800 947 3744 It is a good idea to replace both Gaskets every 12 months or more often if the Pressure Cooker is used frequently The food is not done Solution Simply bring the Pressure Cooker back up...

Page 33: ...cooking the longer cooking meat first Turn the Variable Temperature Pressure Control to WARMING and unplug the unit The POWER Indicator Light will turn off Wait until the pressure has totally been rel...

Page 34: ...ting a personal recipe to pressure cooking Compared to conventional cooking foods cooked under pressure will generally be done in approximately 1 3 of the normal cooking time The overall liquids calle...

Page 35: ...to combine 3 Cover with the Lid and set the Pressure Regulator Valve to PRESSURE Heat on MAX BROWNING until the Pressure Lift Pin raises 4 After a few minutes when a steady flow of steam is released f...

Page 36: ...ts Stir to combine 4 Cover with the Lid and set the Pressure Regulator Valve to PRESSURE Heat on MAX BROWNING until the Pressure Lift Pin raises 5 After a few minutes when a steady flow of steam is re...

Page 37: ...chili powder cumin and oregano Saut 5 to 7 minutes until onion is soft stirring frequently 3 Add the soaked beans tomatoes water oil sundried tomatoes and salt Stir to combine 4 Cover with the Lid and...

Page 38: ...2 Cover with the Lid and set the Pressure Regulator Valve to PRESSURE Heat on MAX BROWNING until the Pressure Lift Pin raises 3 After a few minutes when a steady flow of steam is released from the Pre...

Page 39: ...to the Pressure Cooker Pan 3 Cover with the Lid and set the Pressure Regulator Valve to PRESSURE Heat on MAX BROWNING until the Pressure Lift Pin raises 4 After a few minutes when a steady flow of st...

Page 40: ...reserved marinade beef broth carrot celery onion and bay leaf 4 Cover with the Lid and set the Pressure Regulator Valve to PRESSURE Heat on MAX BROWNING until the Pressure Lift Pin raises 5 After a fe...

Page 41: ...at mixture and saut 5 to 7 minutes or until soft 3 Add the remaining ingredients except the parsley Stir well 4 Cover with the Lid and set the Pressure Regulator Valve to PRESSURE Heat on MAX BROWNING...

Page 42: ...xture and broth to the Pressure Cooker Pan 3 Cover with the Lid and set the Pressure Regulator Valve to PRESSURE Heat on MAX BROWNING until the Pressure Lift Pin raises 4 After a few minutes when a st...

Page 43: ...xture Drizzle with orange juice Dot with butter 3 Cover with the Lid and set the Pressure Regulator Valve to PRESSURE Heat on MAX BROWNING until the Pressure Lift Pin raises 4 After a few minutes when...

Page 44: ...he apple juice into the Pressure Cooker Pan 3 Cover with the Lid and set the Pressure Regulator Valve to PRESSURE Heat on MAX BROWNING until the Pressure Lift Pin raises 4 After a few minutes when a s...

Page 45: ...ervice A flat rate charge by model is made for out of warranty service Include 12 00 U S for return shipping and handling We will notify you by mail of the amount of the charge for service and require...

Page 46: ...eating and serving tasks WITH EASE AND STYLE The TOASTMASTER name stands for a CELEBRATION of INNOVATION designed to serve your life and keep you COOKIN IN STYLE Keep Dated Sales Receipts for Warranty...

Page 47: ...s 1 800 947 3745 consumer_relations toastmaster com Hours 8 00 A M 5 30 P M CST Aux USA et au Canada appeler les num ros suivants Service Consommateurs 1 800 947 3744 Pi ces Consommateurs 1 800 947 37...

Page 48: ...00 a m 5 30 p m CST www toastmaster com Eliminates the need for stovetop cooking Power indicator light Pop up valve and safety pressure valves help maintain proper pressure Recipes included Safety in...

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