Operating Instructions
Tips for Cooking in Your New Pressure Cooker
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Using the “Keep Warm” Feature |
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This function can keep cooked foods warm |
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for up to 24 hours. The pressure cooker |
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Maintenance & Cleaning Instructions
Meats & Poultry
When adapting recipes for braised meats, allow 20 minutes cooking time per pound of meat. Use 1 cup liquid for the first pound and 1/2 cup for each additional pound.
For
Rice
When cooking rice and grains, add 1 Tbs. butter or oil per cup to reduce foaming and clogging the pressure valve.
Since rice doubles in size when cooked, be sure to use only half as much uncooked rice as the cooker’s capacity allows. For example, never cook more than 1 3/4 cups raw rice in
Always drain the soaking water from the beans and cook with fresh water. Soaking also cuts down the cooking time and keeps the bean skins from separating from the flesh.
If you don’t have time to soak the beans overnight, use the Hot Soaking Method: Use 5 cups water for every 8 oz. dried beans, pressure cook on low pressure for 3 minutes, remove from heat source and let stand
Always use at least 2 Tsp. of oil when cooking beans to reduce sputtering.
Always use the natural or slow release method to reduce pressure.
Clean lid and vents thoroughly after cooking rice or beans.
Desserts
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)
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6.Use a sponge or a
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)
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the 3 1/2 qt. pressure pan and no more than 4 cups raw rice in the 8 qt. pressure pan.
Because rice will be slightly sticky when cooked in a pressure cooker, it is best to use a slow release method. For example, allow cooling naturally or else slowly releasing pressure one level at a time.
To prevent burning, use a heat diffuser if available, or bring to pressure on a
Beans
Although it is not necessary to
Many desserts can be pressure- cooked, especially those that use eggs/and or are cooked over a hot water bath, such as custards, bread puddings and cheesecakes.
Use a dish that easily fits inside pressure cooker allowing 1 inch of space around the edge. The larger pressure cooker works best for this.
Seal the dish completely with foil to keep liquid from seeping into the dessert. Soak up any moisture on top of foil before removal.
For easy removal, place dish inside steamer basket or make a sling out of aluminum foil.
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.
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.
To Order Replacement Parts
1 Set of Replacement Gaskets
Item #: 100KDS
For Model PC107HA
When needing replacement parts, please contact
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Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
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