Cuisinart CPC-600 Series manual Pressure Cooker Settings, Safety Valves, Cleaning, Troubleshooting

3.Combination Natural Pressure Release and Quick Pressure Release

– For some recipes, we have chosen to use a combination of Natural Pressure Release and Quick Pressure Release. Allow Natural Pressure Release for the time indicated in the recipe (food will continue to cook slightly) followed by Quick Pressure Release.

WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN RELEASING PRESSURE. USE TONGS OR SIMILAR UTENSIL TO PULL HANDLE OF PRESSURE LIMIT VALVE FORWARD.

When the red float is completely down, turn the lid clockwise and lift to remove.

PRESSURE COOKER SETTINGS

1. Low Pressure

2. High Pressure

3. Browning – This preset temperature allows cooking over high heat, without the lid, before pressure cooking. Browning

stew or to continue cooking process to achieve preferred texture.

6.Keep Warm – Holds and keeps cooked food warm for up to 12 hours (see next page).

SAFETY VALVES

There are seven safety devices installed in the pressure cooker to assure its reliability.

1.	Open-and-Close Lid Safety Device
	The appliance will not start
	pressurizing until the lid is closed and
	locked properly.
	The lid cannot be opened if the
	appliance is filled with pressure.
2.	Pressure Control Device
	The correct pressure level is
	automatically maintained during the
	cooking cycle.
3.	Pressure Limit Valve
	The pressure limit valve will release
	air automatically when the pressure
	inside exceeds the preset
	temperature.
4. Anti-Block Cover
	Prevents any food material from
	blocking the pressure limit valve.

Cleaning

1.Unplug the power cord before cleaning.

2.Clean the outer body with a soft cloth such as a paper towel or microfiber cloth. Do not immerse the outer body in water or pour water into it.

3.Rinse with warm water the underside of the lid including the sealing ring, pressure limit valve, anti-block cover, air escape and float valve. Dry completely.

4.Clean area under upper ring with dampened cloth or micro fiber cloth. Do not use chemical cleaners.

5.Cooking pot is dishwasher-safe. To hand-clean the cooking pot, use a soft cloth or sponge and wipe. Be careful not to damage the inside coating. Never use harsh chemicals or scouring pads.

6.To clean sealing ring, hold the knob on the sealing ring supporting cover and pull the sealing ring up. After cleaning, put the sealing ring supporting cover back.

Troubleshooting

Note: The side with the knob should face outward. Do not put it upside down (figures 7 and 8).

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7.To clean rubber grommet located in center of sealing ring supporting cover, carefully remove the sealing ring supporting cover and clean the grommet, then replace it.

8.To clean the pressure limit valve, remove and rinse it

with water, then replace it (figure 9).

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9.To clean the condensation collector, remove and clean it with warm soapy water, then reinstall it.

Condensation

Collector

foods in a small amount of fat in

this way seals the

outer surfaces of

meats and vegetables, producing a

visually appealing, flavorful exterior with a moist, tender interior.

4.Sauté – The preset temperature, done prior to pressure cooking with lid removed, allows you to quickly soften vegetables in a small amount of fat or liquid without browning, and to cook items such as rice (Arborio, brown, Carnaroli, white, etc.) for pilafs and risottos.

5.Simmer – This preset temperature allows you to cook liquids at a lower temperature. It is primarily used to finish cooking some items, i.e. to add ingredients to a risotto, sauce, or

5. Pressure Relief Device

When the pressure cooker reaches

the maximum allowable pressure and

temperature, the cooking pot will

move down until lid separates from

the sealing ring, releasing air

pressure.

6. Thermostat

The power will automatically shut off

when the cooking pot temperature

reaches the preset value, or the

pressure cooker is heating without

any food inside.

7. Thermal Fuse

The circuit will be opened when the

pressure cooker reaches the

maximum temperature.

Symptom	Possible Reasons	Solutions
	The ring is not properly installed	Reinstall the ring
Lid does not lock
	The float is seized by the push rod	Push the rod with hands
Cannot open the lid after air	The float is still up	Press the float down
exhaust
	No sealing ring was installed	Install the sealing ring
Air escapes from the rim of	Food residue on sealing ring	Clean sealing ring
the lid	Sealing ring worn out	Replace the sealing ring
	Lid not locked properly	Rotate lid fully
	Food stuck on the sealing ring of	Clean the sealing ring
Air escapes from the float	the float valve
valve	The sealing ring on the float wore	Replace the sealing ring
	out
	The pressure limit valve is not	Place the device to Pressure
	placed properly
The float will not rise	Not enough food and water	Check recipe for proper quantity
	Air escaping from the rim of the	Call our Consumer Service Center
	lid and the pressure limit valve	toll free at 1-800-726-0190