Bravetti PC107HA owner manual Maintenance & Cleaning Instructions

General Information for Cooking with Pressure Cookers

Operating Instructions

Q. What is pressure-cooking?

A. Pressure cooking is a method of

cooking in a sealed pot that

does not permit air or liquids to

escape below a preset pressure.

The water's boiling point increases

as the pressure increases. The

pressure built up inside the cooker

permits the liquid in the pot to rise

to a temperature higher than

212°F (100°C) before boiling. The

higher temperature causes the

food to cook faster.

Q. What are the advantages of

pressure cookers?

A. Pressure cookers offer a

Q. What if I am cooking at higher altitudes?

A. When you cook at higher altitudes

the cooking time must be

increased slightly. To adapt the

recipes for pressure-cooking,

increase the cooking time by 5%

for every 1,000 feet above a 2,000

foot elevation.

Q. What kind of liquids are

suitable for use in a pressure

cooker.

A. Any liquids that contain water such

as beer, wine, meat or vegetable

stocks, vegetable juices and fruit

Note: Since overcooked food cannot be corrected, it is almost better to err on the undercooked side by cooking an unfamiliar food for a shorter period of time than you may think necessary.

Using the “Keep Warm” Feature

This function can keep cooked foods warm for up to 24 hours. The pressure cooker will go into “Standby” mode for one minute and then the “Keep Warm” mode will automatically be engaged after the cooking process has been completed. The “Keep Warm” light will illuminate when this feature is engaged. (Fig. 10)

Keep

Warm

Light

Fig. 10

convenient and quicker method of

cooking other than cooking on a

juices.

Q. What type of liquids SHOULD

NOT be used in a pressure

Maintenance & Cleaning Instructions

regular stove top or oven.

Q. What happens when the

cooker heats up?

A. The body of your pressure cooker

is made of metal. Heat makes

metal expand. When using the

pressure cooker for browning,

allow the pressure cooker to cool

slightly before placing the cover

onto the pot and locking it in place.

cooker?

A. Any liquid that does not contain

water such as oils or oil-based

marinades and/or dressings. Milk

and milk-based foods and sauces

or liquids should not be used, as

they will foam when boiling. These

liquids should be added after the

pressure cooking process is

completed and the cooker is

opened.

Cleaning & Storage

1.Always leave the pressure to cool completely before you take the components apart for cleaning.

2.Unplug and remove the power cord from the appliance and the electrical outlet.

3.Remove the vapor collector by pulling it down and rinse under warm, soapy water. (Fig. 11)

Vapor

Collector

Fig. 11

4.Wipe the outer housing of the pressure cooker with a damp cloth. DO NOT use any abrasive cleaners or immerse in water or any other liquid.

5.The removable cooking pot, pressure cooker cover and sealing gasket are washable. Wash them in warm, soapy water. The removable cooking pot and the cover are dishwasher safe. The sealing gasket is NOT.

6.Use a sponge or a non-metallic soft brush to clean the diffuser.

7.The pressure release valve does not have to be cleaned after each use unless it has become clogged.

8.The sealant washer may need to be cleaned. Remove it from the safety floating valve and clean with warm, soapy water. To replace, hold the safety float valve with your finger and push it in. (Fig. 12)

Fig. 12

9.Store the pressure cooker with the cover upside down over the main housing. DO NOT store with the cover closed to avoid compressing the sealing gasket for long periods of time.

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