Descriptive diagram
A - Pressure regulator valve | G - Steaming basket (depending on model) | |
B - Tightening knob | H - Rivets | |
C - Safety valve | I | - Clamp Hook |
D - Clamp | J | - Handle |
E - Steam outlet | K - Fixing screw | |
+ pressure valve position | L - Pan | |
F - Gasket |
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1 - Characteristics
Diameter of Pressure Cooker base:
| 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 |
Technical informations:
Maximum operating pressure: 55 kPa (8 psi).
Maximum safety pressure: 110 kPa (16 psi).
Compatible heat sources
■ GASSEALED (solid) CERAMIC HALOGEN INDUCTION Stainless steel models can be
used on all hob types, including
induction.
■On an electric hob, use a hotplate of a diameter equal to or less than the diameter of the base of the Pressure Cooker.
■On a ceramic hob, take care that the bottom of the pan is perfectly clean.
■On gas, the flame should not go beyond the base of the pan.
TEFAL accessories
■For other spare parts or repairs contact TEFAL After Sales Service (See enclosed list).
■Use only the appropriate TEFAL spare parts for your model.
2 - Closing
■Turn the tightening knob to the left to lower the clamp.
■Slide the lid horizontally onto the rim of the Pressure Cooker, making sure it sits properly on the pan - Fig 1
■Turn the tightening knob to the right until the clamp is in contact with the clamp hook on the Pressure Cooker - Fig 2
■To ensure that the lid is locked into position, turn the tightening knob again through (two complete turns mimimun).
3 - Opening
■Turn the tightening knob to the left to lower the clamp - Fig 3
■Lift the lid to release it.
■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
■Use at least 75 cl of liquid.
■Suspend the basket from the rivets on the pan - Fig 7
For certain foods
■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
■Turn the pan upside down to fit the handles. Place them in position, engage the screws and screw them up tightly.
■After using for a few days, tighten the screws again.
■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
■Turn to the “cook” position
- Fig 10
■Put the steaming basket in the base of the pan.
■Fill 2/3 full with water.
■Close the Pressure Cooker.
■Place the Pressure Cooker on a source of heat at high setting.
■When steam begins to escape through the pressure regulator valve, reduce the heat and wait 20 minutes
- Fig 11
■When the 20 minutes are up, turn off the heat.
■Reduce pressure by putting your Pressure Cooker under the cold tap - Fig 12
■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
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