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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or
injury to persons, including the following:
1.
Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces of pressure
cooker. Use handles only.
3. Close supervision is necessary when the
pressure cooker is used near children. It
is not intended for use by children.
4.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPEN LID WHILE
THE UNIT IS OPERATING.
Do not open the pressure cooker until
the unit has cooled and all internal
pressure has been released. If lid is
difficult to rotate, this indicates that the
cooker is still pressurized. Do not force it
to open. Any pressure in the cooker can
be hazardous. See Operating
Instructions, page 5.
5. Do not place the pressure cooker in a
heated oven or on any stovetop.
6. Extreme caution must be used when
moving a pressure cooker containing hot
liquids or foods.
7. Do not use the pressure cooker for other
than intended use.
8. This appliance cooks under pressure.
Improper use may result in scalding
injury. Make certain unit is properly
closed before operating (see Operating
Instructions, page 5).
9. Do not fill unit over
3
⁄
5
full. When cooking
foods that expand during cooking, such
as dried vegetables, legumes, beans, and
grains, do not fill the unit over ½ full.
Overfilling may cause a risk of clogging
the pressure limit valve and developing
excess pressure.
10. To protect against electrical shock, do
not immerse cord, plugs, or outer vessel
in water or other liquids.
11. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or removing parts.
12. Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any manner.
13. Do not let cord hang over edge of table
or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
14. Use of accessories not specifically
recommended by Cuisinart may cause
damage to unit.
15. Do not use outdoors.
16. Do not use under hanging cabinets;
steam from pressure release may cause
damage.
17. Always attach plug to appliance first,
before plugging into wall outlet. To
disconnect, turn control to “off”, then
remove plug from outlet.
18. Be aware that certain foods, such as
applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley,
oatmeal and other cereals, split peas,
noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, or spaghetti
can foam, froth and sputter, and clog the
pressure release devices. These foods
should not be cooked in a pressure
cooker unless following a Cuisinart
™
Pressure Cooker recipe.
19. Always check the pressure release
devices for clogging before use.
20. Do not use this pressure cooker for
pressure frying oil.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD
USE ONLY
SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is provided to
reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer extension cords are available
and may be used if care is exercised
in their use.
If a long extension cord is used, the marked
electrical rating of the extension cord must
be at least as great as the electrical rating
of the appliance, and the longer cord
should be arranged so that it will not drape
over the countertop or tabletop where it
can be pulled on by children or tripped
over.
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards .......................... 2
Special Cord Set Instructions .............. 2
Introduction .......................................... 3
Parts and Features ............................... 3
Pressure Cooker Settings .................... 4
Instructions for Use .............................. 4
Operating Instructions .......................... 5
Safety Valves ........................................ 6
Cleaning ............................................... 6
Troubleshooting .................................... 7
Warranty ............................................... 8
INTRODUCTION
You’re about to experience a better, faster,
and healthier way of cooking. Your
Cuisinart
™
Pressure Cooker seals in steam
to cook hotter and faster, and it seals in
nutrients, as well. Cook in less water and
experience textures and tastes that are
simply sensational. Features easy touch-
button settings, a countdown timer, and a
cooking pot big enough for a pot roast with
all the fixings. Enjoy!
PARTS AND FEATURES
1. Pressure Limit Valve
2. Float Valve
3. Push Rod
4. Sealing Ring
5. Cooking Pot
6. Condensation Collector
7. Handle
8. Outer Body
9. Heating Plate
10. Base
11. Power Cord
12. Lid handle
13. Lid
14. Sealing Ring Supporting Cover
15. Upper Ring
16. Control Panel
17. Float
18. Trivet
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