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6 Qt. Digital

Pressure Cooker

Model EPC-678

INSTRUCTION MANUAL & RECIPES

Before operating your new appliance, please read all instructions

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Page 1: ...6 Qt Digital Pressure Cooker Model EPC 678 INSTRUCTION MANUAL RECIPES Before operating your new appliance please read all instructions carefully and keep for future reference ...

Page 2: ...tension cord is used 1 the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the product 2 the extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can unintentionally be pulled on or tripped over by children or pets If this appliance is equipped with a 3 prong plug please follow the below instruct...

Page 3: ...vent These foods should not be cooked in a pressure cooker 14 Always check the pressure release devices for clogging before use 15 Do not open the pressure cooker until the unit has cooled and all internal pressure has been released If it is difficult to turn this indicates that the cooker is still pressurized do not force it open Any pressure in the cooker can result in serious injury See Operati...

Page 4: ...nt only and is not intended for commercial use All parts and accessories for this appliance must be used properly according to the instructions All parts and accessories must be the original provided from manufacturer All parts or accessories not intended for use with this appliance is strictly prohibited The use of an extension cord power adapter or other electric devices is not recommended SAVE ...

Page 5: ...king cycle there will be a 6 beep indicator followed by the unit automatically switching to the Keep Warm mode This unit allows the user to choose the period of Pressurized Cooking Time 0 99 minutes according to one s taste and needs in addition to the Pre Set menu A Delay Timer allows the user to delay the cooking time up to 24 hours When the timer is set the count down will start By the end of t...

Page 6: ...5 PARTS FEATURES ...

Page 7: ...ly LID ASSEMBLY How to open the lid Hold the handle firmly turn the lid clockwise until it loosens and lift vertically Figures 1 2 the lid can stand on the support Figure 3 Note For new units the seal of the lid may be slightly stronger than normal and may be slightly difficult to unlock Once the lid has been opened and closed several times it will loosen up How to close the lid Take the lid off t...

Page 8: ... that will expand in water the level should not exceed 3 5 of the Inner Pot Figure 12 The minimum level for cooking would be 1 5 of the Inner Pot Figure 13 8 9 10 How to Clean the Filter If you wish to clean the filter you may remove it by pulling vertically To re attach simply line up the filter and press down to secure the filter Figure 7 Cooking Rice When cooking rice the maximum amount of rice...

Page 9: ...el 14 15 16 17 18 3 Be certain the inner receptacle where the Electronic Heater is located is clean and dry before inserting the Inner Pot into the pressure cooker and adjust the pot left and right to ensure optimal contact between the Inner Pot and the Electronic Heater Figure 14 4 Closing the Lid Make sure the Rubber Seal Ring is fitted properly onto the inner part of the lid Observe the Rubber ...

Page 10: ... the Pressure Building process you may notice steam or pressure escaping from the Pressure Limiting Valve Carefully adjust the valve by moving it gently or turning it side to side gently using tongs or similar utensil until it seals properly If any steam is escaping around the lid it means that the Rubber Seal Ring may not have completed a tight seal when the lid was locked Cancel the cooking proc...

Page 11: ...d is inside the pot during the cooking cycle The unit will automatically build up the pressure cook the food and go to Keep Warm when cooking is complete MENU BUTTON SELECTIONS APPROXIMATE COOK TIMES VEGETABLES FISH 5 minutes BEAN CHILI 14 minutes SOUP STEW 16 minutes PRESSURE COOKING TIME 1 99 minutes POTATOES 12 minutes STEAM 1 40 minutes BEEF MEAT 26 minutes SLOW COOK 0 5 9 5 hours WHITE RICE 1...

Page 12: ...s 12 You may also Quick Release the pressure If you wish to Quick Release the pressure move the Pressure Limiting Valve to Exhaust position to release the pressure until the Float Valve sinks Figures 21 22 CAUTION Use an oven mitt or long utensil Keep hands arms and face away from Pressure Release Valve while in the Exhaust position Failure to comply may cause serious injury 13 Always be certain t...

Page 13: ... desired food and place into cooking pot 2 Secure the lid onto the unit turn it Counter clockwise to lock it in place 3 Make sure the Pressure Limiting Valve is set to the Airtight position 4 Plug in the power cord to a 120V outlet 5 The LED screen will display 0 0 00 6 Press the DELAY TIMER button pressing it once for each additional 0 5 hour or hold for rapid increase up to 10 hours thereafter 1...

Page 14: ...n meat or sauté vegetables to ensure juices are retained during cooking It also provides nice coloring when meat or vegetables are cooked and ready to serve To brown or sauté 1 Open and or remove the lid depending on your preference 2 Select the Saute button the light will begin to flicker the display will show 0000 then press the Start button to manually begin the heating process Please note that...

Page 15: ...r reads END the cooker will switch to WARM mode Press Cancel to end operation CAUTION Never put your face or hands directly over the cooker when removing lid escaping steam can cause serious burn injury HOW TO USE THE SLOW COOK BUTTON 1 Prepare desired food and place into Inner Pot 2 Close lid on cooker and lock into place Turn Pressure Limiting Valve to EXHAUST 3 Press Slow Cook button The light ...

Page 16: ...ims or lids Wash jars thoroughly in hot water according to manufacturer s instructions Prepare food and fill mason jars and seal according to manufacturer s instructions o Always make sure there is 1 inch of headspace in the jars o Use a thin utensil to release any trapped air between the food and the jar by pressing food firmly to the sides to dislodge any air bubbles o Set jar lids onto the jar ...

Page 17: ...d and completely cooled down before cleaning or dismantling 2 Use a non abrasive sponge or damp wash cloth to clean the exterior of the outer body 9 and the exterior surface of the pressure cooker NEVER immerse the pressure cooker in any liquids 3 Remove the Condensation Collector and rinse it thoroughly and let dry Clean the Upper Body with a damp sponge or wash cloth 4 Clean the Lid with warm so...

Page 18: ... sit Some meats will keep cooking once the pressure is released so if you prefer your meat to be Medium or Medium Rare we suggest the quick release Once the pressure has completely released the floating valve will drop down You can unlock the lid and open to check on your food 3 When I set the pressure cooker using the Manual Pressure Cooking time OR the Preset Menu Buttons it will begin to build ...

Page 19: ...nd replacement or repair may be necessary Please contact the manufacturer 6 Pressurized Steam is being quietly released from the Floating Valve area during the pressurizing sequence How do I fix this This may happen during the initial start up of the Pressurizing Sequence Simply use tongs or similar utensil or oven mitt and carefully adjust it so it is seated properly This will help settle the lid...

Page 20: ...on Quick Release Beef meatballs 1 2 lbs 7 12 or use the Meat Button Natural Release Beef Corned 55 65 Natural Release Pork roast 43 47 Natural Release Pork ribs 2 lbs 18 or use the Meat Button Quick Release Pork ham shank 25 28 Natural Release Leg of Lamb 42 45 Natural Release Chicken whole 2 3 lbs 15 18 or use the Meat Button Quick Release Chicken pieces 2 3 lbs 12 15 or use the Meat Button Quick...

Page 21: ...ots 1 inch chunks 5 Quick Release Carrots 1 4 inch slices 1 2 Quick Release Cauliflower flowerets 3 5 Quick Release Corn on the cob 4 6 4 Quick Release Escarole coarsely chopped 2 3 Quick Release Kale coarsely chopped 2 3 Quick Release Okra small pods 3 5 Quick Release Onions whole 3 Quick Release Potatoes 11 2 inch chunks 7 Quick Release Potatoes new small whole 6 Quick Release Potatoes sweet and...

Page 22: ... Release Lentils red 10 15 Natural Release Lima Beans 7 8 Natural Release Applesauce and cranberries can foam froth and sputter and can clog the pressure release device steam vent These foods should not be cooked in a pressure cooker Grains Before cooking soak certain grains such as wheat berries and pearl barley in four times their volume of lukewarm water for at least four 4 hours or overnight i...

Page 23: ...ups parmesan cheese shredded Directions In the pressure cooker heat the olive oil and butter Follow the Browning Sautéing instructions on Page 6 of this manual Add the garlic and leeks sauté until soft Add the rice stir thoroughly and then add broth Close pressure cooker and press the WHITE RICE preset menu button While risotto cooks in the pressure cooker steam asparagus in water Then sauté in ol...

Page 24: ...hen meat is done follow instructions to reduce pressure Add the pepper mixture sliced onions green peppers to the meat and sauce cover with lid and press the BEEF MEAT function again When cooking is complete follow instructions to reduce pressure Vegetables should be tender Serve immediately CHICKEN PICCATA SERVES 6 Ingredients 6 chicken breast halves 1 cup pimento stuffed olive minced 1 2 cup all...

Page 25: ... garlic cloves crushed 2 carrots 1 2 cup Arborio rice 3 potatoes cut in large chunks 5 cups chicken stock 1 2 cup parsley chopped 1 2 cup celery chopped 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon salt 1 4 teaspoon pepper 2 teaspoons dried basil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 10 ounces fresh spinach rinsed cut in large pieces 1 4 cup parmesan cheese grated 1 4 ...

Page 26: ...VES 5 Ingredients 3 4 cup dried great northern beans 3 1 4 cups water divided 3 lbs lamb shanks about 2 large shanks 2 tablespoons all purpose flour 1 2 teaspoon salt 1 2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 2 teaspoons olive oil divided 1 2 cup shallot sliced 6 garlic cloves sliced 1 cup dry red wine 1 4 cup sun dried tomato 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 14 1 4 ounce...

Page 27: ...ons to reduce pressure Lift lid Skim fat from surface Stir meat into bean mixture Sprinkle with parsley Serve over noodles SPARE RIBS SERVES 6 8 Ingredients 1 cup brown sugar 1 4 cup soy sauce 1 2 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon vinegar 1 4 teaspoon cayenne 1 teaspoon garlic powder 2 lbs pork ribs 1 cup of chicken beef stock Directions Prepare sauce ingredients inside inner pot Divide ribs up evenly...

Page 28: ...1 cup beef stock 1 1 2 cups cooked pinto or red kidney beans Garnishes Grated cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese Finely chopped onion Shredded lettuce Directions Heat the oil in the pressure cooker and sauté the onion and garlic until the onion is wilted Follow the Browning Sautéing instructions on Page 6 of this manual Add the beef and cook until it is browned Mix the cumin chili powder oregano bay ...

Page 29: ...eat loaves and lower the oven safe dish into the pressure cooker Lock the lid in place and press the BEEF MEAT button When cooking is complete use the Quick or Natural release method and remove the lid Remove dish using a removing utensil tool Slice and serve SWEET SOUR BEEF SPARERIBS SERVES 4 Ingredients 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 lb lean short spareribs cut into serving pieces Sweet Sour Sauc...

Page 30: ...n sausage and shrimp Sprinkle meats with half of the Creole seasoning half the thyme and half the cayenne Cook for 3 5 minutes uncovered stirring frequently until chicken and shrimp are thoroughly cooked Remove chicken sausage and shrimp with a slotted spoon and set aside Follow the Browning Sautéing instructions on Page 6 of this manual Add onion bell pepper celery and remaining Creole seasoning ...

Page 31: ...to cook for 40 minutes When cooking is complete use the Quick or Natural release method and remove the lid Serve with rice or a salad if desired ORANGE FLAVORED CANDIED YAMS SERVES 4 Ingredients 1 cup orange juice 2 large sweet potatoes yams Salt to taste 1 2 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon grated orange zest 2 tablespoons butter Directions Pour the orange juice into the pressure cooker Peel the sweet ...

Page 32: ...ntro and salt to taste Place cheese and tortilla chips in individual soup bowls and pour hot soup on top Serve with lime wedges if desired SPICED APPLE CRUNCH SERVES 3 Ingredients 1 cup dry bread crumbs unseasoned 1 4 cup sugar 1 2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 lemon juice and rind 3 apples sliced 1 4 cup butter melted 2 cups water Directions Butter a 15 cm 6 baking dish Combine bread crumbs or graham wafer...

Page 33: ...complete use the Quick or Natural release method and remove the lid Cool 10 minutes stirring occasionally Transfer to individual dessert bowls continue cooling then refrigerate Serve sprinkled with cinnamon PEARS STEWED IN RED WINE SERVES 4 2 cups water 1 2 cup sugar 2 slices lemon 2 cinnamon sticks 1 4 teaspoon mace 4 firm pears peeled but not cored stems on 3 4 cup red wine 1 cup frozen raspberr...

Page 34: ... cut in 1 4 slices 3 whole eggs 3 egg yolks 1 4 teaspoon vanilla 6 tablespoons sugar 2 1 2 cups milk Directions In a small saucepan combine the maple syrup and the cinnamon Add the apple slices and slowly simmer until the apples are tender Divide the mixture into 6 greased oven safe custard cups In a large bowl whisk the eggs and egg yolks Stir in the vanilla sugar and milk Pour this mixture slowl...

Page 35: ...umbia and does NOT cover Damages caused by unreasonable use neglect normal wear and tear commercial use improper assembly or installation of product Damages caused in shipping Damages caused by replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers Defects other than manufacturing defects Breakage caused by misuse abuse accident alteration lack of proper care and maintenance or incorrect curr...

Page 36: ...the unit and the problem you are having Enclose in an envelope and tape directly to the unit before the box is sealed and d Any parts or accessories related to the problem 3 Maxi Matic USA recommends you ship the package U P S ground service for tracking purposes We cannot assume responsibility for lost or damaged products returned to us during incoming shipment For your protection always carefull...

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