Once the 20 minutes are up, turn off the heat.

Turn the operating valve (A) to position

Oncethepressureindicator(D)dropsback:yourpressurecoo- ker is no longer under pressure.

Open the pressure cooker.

Rinse the pressure cooker with water and dry it.

Note: The presence of stains on the inside of the pressure cooker base has no effect on the quality of the metal. This is simply a scale deposit. To remove these deposits, you can use a scouring pad and some diluted vinegar.

Before cooking

Before each use of the pressure cooker, always remove the valve(A)(Refertothe“Usingtheoperatingvalve”heading) and visually check that the operating valve seat (B) is not blocked. If necessary, clean it with a toothpick - Fig 8

Check that the safety valve (C) can move: Refer to the “Cleaning and maintenance” heading.

Fit the operating valve (A) and select the position or

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Always make sure that the pressure cooker is properly clo- sed before starting to heat it. The opening button (E)must be in the position.

Place the pressure cooker on a heat source set to maxi- mum power.

During cooking

Once the operating valve (A) starts to continually release steamandaregularhissingsoundcanbeheard,cookinghas started. Reduce the heat setting.

Set a timer for the cooking time stated in your recipe.

Once the cooking time is up, turn off the heat.