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OPERATION
Preparing to Cook
NOTE:
• Thoroughly wash the inner pot before use. When you open or close the lid, a warning chime will occur.
• The minimum amount of liquid needed for cooking is 320 mL. Note that some recipes call for less than the minimum amount,
but this is acceptable because the liquid in the food counts toward the minimum amount. 320 mL is two full cups of the
included measuring cup.
NOTE:
Make sure there is no food or liquid left inside the pressure cooker in the space between the inner and outer pot. If there
is any food or moisture, wipe the surface clean before proceeding.
1. Remove the lid from the pressure cooker, turning it counter-clockwise in order to unlock.
2. Check the sealing ring, float valve, anti-block shield, water collector and exhaust valve in order to ensure
they are clean and properly installed.
3. Remove the inner pot from the pressure cooker and place the food contents/ingredients in the
container, making sure you don’t exceed the marked maximum capacity.
4. Place the inner pot back into the pressure cooker.
5. Place the lid on the pressure cooker, aligning the with the on the lid. Turn the lid clockwise to align
the
with
the to lock the lid in place.
6. Ensure the water collector is empty and properly installed on the pressure cooker.
7. Set the exhaust valve to the steam sealing setting.
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