Fagor America 918010052 Cleaning the Operating Valve, To Replace the Valve After Cleaning

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Cleaning the Operating Valve

After every use, check to make sure that the operating valve is clear of any built-up particles.

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3.To remove stubborn stains and any discoloration in the interior of the pressure cooker, try adding the juice of half a lemon and 1 to 2 cups of water to the pressure cooker pot. Cook at high pressure for 15 minutes, then remove from heat. Let pressure release naturally, then wash as usual.

4.After cleaning, towel dry with a clean, soft kitchen cloth to retain the polished mirror finish.

5.In order to extend the life of the silicone gasket, remove after every use and wash with warm water and mild dishwashing soap (Fig 19). Rinse and dry well, then cover with a thin coat of vegetable oil before replacing. For increased safety and best results, the silicone gasket should be replaced approximately every 12-18 months, depending on the usage. You can order a new gasket by calling Fagor Customer Service Number at:

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6.To store, DO NOT LOCK THE

LID IN PLACE. Simply place the lid upside down on top of the pressure cooker pot. This will avoid the risk of a vacuum forming inside the cooker during storage, which would make the opening of the lid difficult. It will also prevent stale odors from forming inside the cooker.

7.Before using the Fagor Chef pressure cooker, always check the handles, the base handle, support grip, and the lid handle to make sure that they are securely screwed in place. If not, tighten the handle screws with a screwdriver.

8.Replacement Parts: Only use authentic replacement parts manufactured and distributed by Fagor America, Inc. The use of any unauthorized parts and or attachments may cause unit failure and will void any warranty protection provided by the manufacturer. You can order spare parts by calling Fagor Customer Service Number at:

•To do so, move the operating valve to the position shown in Fig. 20 and take out the valve.

Clean it by running water through it. Next, lift the lid up to the light and look through the hole under the operating valve. Make sure you can see through it and there are no food particles blocking

it. If necessary, clean it with a small brush or pipe cleaner.

Figure 20

TO REMOVE THE

OPERATING VALVE FOR

CLEANING PURPOSES:

Move the operating valve to the pressure release position. Now turn a little harder to move the operating valve to the unlock position (picture of a circle with a line through it). Pull it gently upwards to remove

it from its socket (Fig.21).

TO REPLACE THE VALVE

AFTER CLEANING

Point the circle with the line through it to the line with the orange dot. Place the valve in its socket and turn it to the right towards the steam release position. You will hear it click back into place as you turn

it to the steam release position.

Basic instructions for cooking

In this section you will find basic instructions for cooking foods which are most commonly prepared in pressure cookers. Do not chop or cut food inside the cooker with a knife or other sharp utensil to avoid scratching the bottom. For soups and stocks, do not fill pressure cooker over 1/2 full! Remember

to ALWAYS use some cooking liquid. Operating the cooker without any cooking liquid or allowing the cooker to boil dry will damage the cooker and will not allow it to build pressure for proper functioning.

Fresh and frozen vegetables

•Wash all fresh vegetables thoroughly.

•Peel all root vegetables,

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