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1 - Characteristics
Diameter of Pressure Cooker base:
Technical informations:
Maximum operating pressure: 55 kPa (8 psi).
Maximum safety pressure: 110 kPa (16 psi).
Compatible heat sources
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Stainless steel models can be
used on all hob types, including
induction.
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On an electric hob, use a hotplate of a diameter
equal to or less than the diameter of the base of the
Pressure Cooker.
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On a ceramic hob, take care that the bottom of the
pan is perfectly clean.
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On gas, the flame should not go beyond the base of
the pan.
TEFAL accessories
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For other spare parts or repairs contact TEFAL
After Sales Service (See enclosed list).
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Use only the appropriate TEFAL spare parts for
your model.
2 - Closing
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Turn the tightening knob to the left to lower the
clamp.
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Slide the lid horizontally onto the rim of the
Pressure Cooker, making sure it sits properly on the
pan
- Fig 1
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Turn the tightening knob to the right until the clamp
is in contact with the clamp hook on the Pressure
Cooker
- Fig 2
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To ensure that the lid is locked into position, turn
the tightening knob again through (
two complete
turns mimimun).
3 - Opening
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Turn the tightening knob to the left to lower the
clamp
- Fig 3
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Lift the lid to release it.
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Slide it horizontally away from the pan
- Fig 4
4 - Filling
Minimum
25 cl (2 small cupfuls)
- Fig 5
Maximum
- Do not fill the unit over 2/3 full
- Fig 6
For steam cooking
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Use at least 75 cl of liquid.
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Suspend the basket from the rivets on the pan
- Fig 7
For certain foods
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For foods which expand during cooking, such as
rice, dehydrated vegetables, or compotes, do not fill
your Pressure Cooker more than half full
- Fig 8
5 - When using for the first time
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Turn the pan upside down to fit the handles. Place
them in position, engage the screws and screw them
up tightly.
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After using for a few days, tighten the screws again.
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Place the pressure regulator valve on the steam
outlet and align one of the two symbols on the valve
with the valve position index. Press down fully
- Fig 9
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Turn to the “cook” position
- Fig 10
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Put the steaming basket in the base of the pan.
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Fill 2/3 full with water.
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Close the Pressure Cooker.
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Place the Pressure Cooker on a source of heat at
high setting.
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When steam begins to escape through the pressure
regulator valve, reduce the heat and wait 20 minutes
- Fig 11
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When the 20 minutes are up, turn off the heat.
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Reduce pressure by putting your Pressure Cooker
under the cold tap
- Fig 12
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When steam no longer comes from the pressure
regulator valve, turn the pressure regulator valve to the
steam release position and open the lid
- Fig 13
GAS
SEALED (solid)
CERAMIC
HALOGEN
INDUCTION
Descriptive diagram
A -
Pressure regulator valve
B -
Tightening knob
C -
Safety valve
D -
Clamp
E -
Steam outlet
+ pressure valve position
F -
Gasket
G -
Steaming basket (depending on model)
H -
Rivets
I -
Clamp Hook
J -
Handle
K -
Fixing screw
L -
Pan
Stainless steel
Capacity
Base Ø
Models
4,5 L
18 cm
P05206
6 L
18 cm
P05207
8 L
18 cm
P05211
10 L
20 cm
P05216
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