T90100
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4.5 Litre Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker Tower Pressure Cooker Range
1. USER SAFETY INFORMATION
For your safety, please read and understand all the instructions before using your pressure cooker. Keep these instructions for your future reference.
1. The pressure cooker must be used 8. When the food is at boiling temperature, by a responsible adult. Use and store and when the pressure is decreasing it out of reach of children. rapidly, steam and boiling liquid can escape from the pressure cooker. 2. Do not leave the pressure cooker Do not position the pressure cooker unattended while it’s under pressure. and the decompression window (if any) You don’t have to stand over it, but in close proximity to other people keep an eye on it. or yourself so as to prevent injury 3. Do not let children near the pressure from escaping steam. cooker when in use. Close supervision 9. Never force open the pressure cooker is needed when the pressure cooker until all the internal pressure has been is used where there are children or completely and safely released. Strictly pets around. Do not allow children follow the instructions. to use the pressure cooker. 10. Never use your pressure cooker without 4. Do not place the pressure cooker adding a liquid that will give off steam in a heated oven. when boiled i.e. water, wine, stock, 5. Extreme caution must be used when beer, cider, etc, or letting it boil dry, moving the pressure cooker containing as these will cause severe damage hot liquids or when it is at pressure. to the pressure cooker. Use at least Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the 300ml (1/2pt) of liquid. This will give handles or oven gloves when handling you up to 15 minutes cooking. the pressure cooker. When cooking for more than 15 minutes, increase the amount of water 6. Do not use the pressure cooker for by 150ml (1/4pt) for each additional a purpose other than its intended use. 15 minute period or part period. This pressure cooker is intended for domestic use only and is not designed 11. Do not fill the cooker beyond 2/3 of for commercial use. The manufacturer its capacity. When cooking foodstuffs accepts no liability if the appliance which expand during cooking, such is used for commercial purposes or as rice or dehydrated vegetables, in a manner which does not comply do not fill the cooker to more than with the instructions in this manual. 1/3 or half of its capacity depending on the foodstuffs. See min and max 7. The pressure cooker heats and cooks fill guide in the instructions. food under pressure. Inappropriate use of the pressure cooker may result 12. Use the appropriate heat source(s) in a scalding injury. To avoid injury, according to the instructions for use. ensure that the cooker is closed Only use the pressure cooker on correctly and securely before applying a heat source with a stable position. heat. See details in the instructions.
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1. USER SAFETY INFORMATION
13. After cooking meat with a skin 21. If the pressure cooker functions (e.g. ox tongue) which may swell under abnormally i.e. it has been dropped the effect of pressure, do not prick the or show signs of damage, stop using it. skin while the skin is swollen, you may 22. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. be scalded by escaping water/steam. 14. When cooking any doughy food, gently shake the pressure cooker before opening the lid to avoid food being ejected when you open it. Don’t cook dumplings in the pressure cooker with the lid on. The dough will rise and may block the safety devices. Cook the food without dumplings for the recommended time, release the steam, remove the lid, then add the dumplings and cook them with the lid on, but not locked and without the pressure regulator fitted. 15. You may use boilable plastic containers capable of withstanding 130°C (266°F) with the pressure cooker. Don’t fit them with lids, they may blow off as the contents expand. 16. Tie down greaseproof or foil coverings or they may block the safety devices. 17. Before each use, check that the valves and sealing ring are not obstructed and in good condition. See the instructions for use. 18. Never use the pressure cooker in its pressurized mode for deep or shallow frying of food. 19. Do not tamper with any of the safety systems beyond the maintenance instructions specified in the instructions for use. 20. Only use authentic manufacturer’s spare parts in accordance with the relevant model. In particular, use a body and a lid from the same manufacturer indicated as being compatible.
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CONTENTS
User safety information 2-3
1. Specifications 5-6 1.1 Components, accessories and spare parts 5 1.2 Technical information 6 1.3 Suitable hob types for cooking 6 2. Using your pressure cooker – step by step guide 7-14 2.1 Benefits of using a pressure cooker 7 2.2 Before the first use 8-9 2.3 Filling your pressure cooker and steam cooking preparation 10-11 2.4 Selecting the cooking pressure 12 2.5 Starting to cook 12 2.6 At the end of cooking - steam release 13 2.7 Opening the pressure cooker 14
3. Basic rules of pressure cooking 14
4. Cleaning, maintenance and storage 15-16
5. Troubleshooting and disposal of the product 17-18
6. Cooking times and sample recipes 19-24
7. Warranty information 25
8. Your Receipt 26
9. Notes 27
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1. SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 Components, accessories and spare parts
This box contains: Pressure Cooker, 20cm Stainless Steel Steamer Basket with Handle, Stainless Steel Steamer Stand/trivet and Instruction Manual
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Structure of your pressure cooker: 1. Pressure cooker body 7. Blue safety lock & unlock push button 2. Rear/supporting handle 8. Upper handle 3. Cooker cover/lid 9. Lower handle 4. Safety steam release vents x 2 10. Lid flanges and sealing ring/gasket 5. Red pressure indicator valve 11. Steamer stand/trivet 6. Black pressure regulator & steam release vent 12. Steamer basket
Spare parts (not included, available to order via Tower website/customer service) Part No. Description TS1001 22cm sealing ring/gasket TS2001 Black pressure regulator TS2005 Red pressure indicator valve
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1.2 Technical Information Model No: T90100 Diameter: 22cm Capacity: 4.5 Litre 2 Pressure Settings: Lower setting I 60kPa/8.7lb Higher setting II 100kPa/14.5lb Material: 18/8 stainless steel body and lid Featuring: Ergonomic phenolic handles Easy operate push lock and unlock button Visual red pressure indicator rises when cooker is ready MIN and MAX inner marking Suitable Hob Types: Ceramic / Electric / Gas / Halogen / Induction / Radiant / Sealed and solid plates Factory information: Zhejiang Suntrue Cookware Co. Ltd.
1.3 Suitable hob types for cooking
INDUCTION GAS ELECTRIC CERAMIC HALOGEN The Tower Pressure Cooker can be used on all types of hob, including gas and electric, with a power rating of less than 2KW.
When using an electric hob, ensure that the hob has a diameter as close as possible to that of the cooker. NEVER use a hob that is too large for the cooker base. Also ensure the pressure cooker is only used on a heat source with a stable position.
When using a gas hob, always ensure that the flames DO NOT encroach upon the sides of the cooker but remain beneath it. DO NOT place or attempt to heat the pressure cooker in a heated oven.
Always thoroughly clean and dry the base of the pressure cooker before placing on the hob.
When using your pressure cooker on ceramic style hobs such as halogen, lift and place your pressure cooker rather than dragging it across the hob surface, to minimise damage to both your hob and pressure cooker.
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2. USING YOUR PRESSURE COOKER – STEP BY STEP GUIDE Healthier and tastier food; use less time and save energy
What foods? A wide variety of meals, side dishes and deserts can be cooked using a pressure cooker. • Beans, rice and pulses • Joints of meat, poultry • Pasta dishes • Soups • Steamed puddings • Vegetables • Stews and casseroles • And many more
2.1 Benefits of using a pressure cooker Creates healthier and tastier foods; uses less time and save energy.
Healthier: Efficient: Versatile: Retains more nutrients, Pressure cookers cook Less washing up is required vitamins and minerals. food up to 70% faster as only one cooking pot is Vegetables retain their textures than conventional cooking used and the pressure cooker and flavour; meats stay tender, techniques, saving you time lid eliminates splashes and juicy and succulent. and energy bills. boil overs.
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2. USING YOUR PRESSURE COOKER – STEP BY STEP GUIDE 2.2 Before the first use Before using your pressure cooker for the first time, it is recommended that all labels, packaging and accessories are removed. Retain the instruction manual. Clean the pressure cooker following the cleaning instructions in this manual.
The pressure cooker is packed in a closed position. To open the pressure cooker, push the blue safety lock and unlock button forward and turn anti-clockwise. Align the round marking on the lid with the round marking on the inside of the lower handle. Lift the lid off the cooker body.
Before washing the pressure cooker, take the accessories out of th cooker body, lift out the sealing ring/gasket from under the rim of the lid. Push down the black pressure regulator down and turn it to have the marking directed at the Ø regulator removal marking, then lift the regulator out. Wash all with a non-abrasive, mild detergent solution and rinse and dry thoroughly. Wash all with a non-abrasive, mild detergent solution and rinse and dry thoroughly.
Please ensure the sealing ring/gasket and the black regulator are re-fitted correctly. Before fitting the sealing ring/ gasket, rub the sealing ring with a little vegetable oil, to lubricate it, then replace it under the lid flanges.
To fit the black pressure regulator correctly, please ensure the marking on the regulator is directing at: Lower pressure setting marking I (60kPa/8.7lb) or Higher pressure setting marking II (100kPa/14.5lb).
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2. USING YOUR PRESSURE COOKER – STEP BY STEP GUIDE
Remove New Product Smell & Pressure Testing Before you start cooking any kind of food, it is recommended that below is carried out. Fill the pressure cooker 2/3 full with water and add the juice of half a lemon and the lemon skin or a tablespoon of vinegar to the water to prevent discolouration of the pressure cooker.
closed position
open position
To close the lid, rest the lid on the cooker body, align the round marking on the lid with the round marking on the inside of the lower handle, turn clockwise, once closed the upper handle should be directly above the lower handle and a ‘click’ sound indicates the lid has been closed and locked correctly. The blue safety lock and unlock push button will return to the close position.
Adjust the marking on the black regulator to the higher pressure setting II. Heat until the pressure cooker comes to pressure (around 10-15 minutes) and start releasing excess steam through the steam outlet of the black pressure regulator, which shows that the pressure cooker is functioning normally. Turn off the hob and allow the pressure cooker to cool until all the internal pressure has been completely released and the red indicator valve has dropped, empty the heated water. Rinse and dry. Your pressure cooker is now ready to use.
If you haven’t added any lemon juice or vinegar, the base of the pressure cooker may remain a dark colour after being heated for the first time. This is normal and it can be reversed by repeating the above process.
Safety checks before each use a. Check the black pressure regulator, steam release vent, Steam release vent the safety steam release vents are free of blockages. b. Turn the lid over, and check that the pressure indicator valve moves freely and the safety valve is in good condition. Pressure c. Remove the sealing ring, and gently stretch it all directions, indicator rub the sealing ring with a little vegetable oil, to lubricate it, valve
then replace it under the lid flanges. Safety d. Turn the lid the right way up and refit it on to the valve cooker body.
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2.3 Filling your pressure cooker and steam cooking preparation Before filling your pressure cooker with your favourite ingredients, please read and follow the below minimum and maximum fill levels.
2/3 1/2 1/3
Minimum Fill Level
Liquid Cooking Time 300ml or 1/2 pint For the first 15 minutes of cooking 150ml or 1/4 pint For each additional 15 minutes or part of 15 minutes
Note: Please ensure the above is strictly followed to avoid the risk of boiling dry.
Maximum Fill Level
Fill Level Types Of Foods
Do not exceed 2/3 Solid meat and vegetables which do not expand or foam of the volume when cooked. Do not exceed 1/2 Dried vegetables, soup, stews, etc, which need room for the food of the volume to expand without blocking the steam pipe. Do not exceed 1/3 Rice, cereal, pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, pulses which of the volume expands quite a lot when cooked, will need extra room. Do not cook these foods Foods such as macaroni, noodles and spaghetti etc, that produce large in the pressure cooker. amount of foam during cooking are not suitable for pressure cooking, as they may block the steam pipe. We do not recommend these to be cooked using a pressure cooker. Food with skins - Always pierce the skins before cooking.
Note: The above is only a general guide. Please check your recipes for any exceptions to these rules.
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2. USING YOUR PRESSURE COOKER – STEP BY STEP GUIDE Steam cooking The steamer basket should be placed on top of the steamer stand in the pressure cooker to allow the steam to circulate freely in and around the food. At least 750ml or 1¼ pints of water should be used for steam cooking. The water level must not exceed the level of the steamer stand otherwise the food will be immersed in the water instead of cooking in steam.
Some heatproof containers may be used in the pressure cooker i.e. metal, enamel, glass, earthenware or boilable plastic. Do not use any containers that are cracked. Containers should easily fit into the cooker and must not come to within 2.5cm (1”) of the top of the cooker body. Caution: Always use oven gloves when handling any hot containers.
Pre-steaming Some recipes, such as Christmas pudding, require pre-steaming before being brought to cooking temperature. Pre-steaming can be carried out in a closed pressure cooker, over a medium heat with the pressure regulator left off.
Make sure there is enough water in the pressure cooker to cover the pre-steaming and the normal cooking time. Once steaming begins, the heat should be turned down as low as possible in order to reduce the amount of steam that escapes and the amount of water that is consumed. Once pre-steaming is complete, check that there is still sufficient water remaining to complete the cooking stage. If in doubt, remove the lid and check the water level before moving from pre-steaming to pressure cooking. The lid should be locked into position, the pressure regulator fitted and the heat turned up to bring the pressure cooker up to cooking pressure.
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2. USING YOUR PRESSURE COOKER – STEP BY STEP GUIDE 2.4 Selecting the cooking pressure This pressure cooker has one black pressure regulator with 4 positions
Icon Feature Ø Fitting or removing position Steam release position
Lower pressure setting 60kPa or 8.7lb For steaming and gentle cooking of delicate I foods such as fish and vegetables High pressure setting100kPa or 14.5lb II For most foods include meat and poultry
2.5 Start to cook Turn the hob to the highest setting in order to get the pressure cooker to the required cooking pressure as quickly as possible. When using a gas hob, ensure the flame is under the pressure cooker and does not encroach upon the sides.
Note: Some steam will escape from the red pressure indicator valve after the pressure cooker has been heating. This is normal and will cease once the red pressure indicator valve has risen. It’s now not possible to open the lid until the pressure has been safely released at the end of cooking.
The time for the pressure cooker to reach the required cooking pressure varies depending on the amount of food being cooked and the temperature of the food when the cooking commences.
Once the required cooking pressure has been reached: a. The red pressure indicating valve will rise. b. Excess steam will escape intermittently from the steam outlet of the black pressure regulator, emitting a hissing sound as it does so.
At this point the heat should be turned down to the lowest possible setting which maintains pressure and you can start timing the cooking process.
If the heat is too high, there will be a constant loud hissing sound. If the heat is too low, there is little or no noise. You may need to adjust the heat level during cooking to maintain constant pressure. If the pressure indicator valve drops down during cooking, increase the heat slightly and extend the cooking time.
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2. USING YOUR PRESSURE COOKER – STEP BY STEP GUIDE
Cooking time: The cooking time begins directly as the heat is turned down, once the red pressure indicator valve rises and the pressure cooker begins to hiss to release excess steam. Once the cooking time has finished, the hob should be turned off and the pressure cooker allowed to cool.
Caution: a. Do not leave the pressure cooker unattended during cooking. b. Do not touch the metal surfaces of the pressure cooker during cooking as they will be very hot. Always use oven gloves and hold the pressure cooker by both handles, keeping the pressure cooker level. c. Keep the pressure cooker away from children and pets. d. Never remove the pressure regulator until all the pressure has been released.
2.6 At the end of cooking – Steam release When the cooking time indicated in the recipe has finished, turn off the heat and release the steam either quickly/rapidly or slowly/naturally as indicated in the recipe or according to the type of food cooked.
Quickly/Rapidly: For stews, vegetables and fish dishes. Press and turn the regulator and align the marking with the steam release position to allow steam to be released quickly. Take great care as hot steam is released through the steam outlet of the regulator. Make sure there is nothing in the way of where the steam will travel to. If sauce or food start ejecting from the steam outlet other than steam, the food might not be suitable for quick release, return the regulator back to the cooking position and allow the pressure to be reduced naturally. Take great care to protect yourself, especially your hands and face, ware oven gloves and other protections before approaching the pressure cooker.
Slowly/Naturally: For recipes containing rise or pasta, egg custards, puddings, dried vegetables, pulses and stocks. This is the natural cooling, preferred method. Using oven gloves and gripping the handles, carefully move the pressure cooker on to a level, heat-resistant surface and leave it to stand until the pressure has completely reduced and the red pressure indicator valve has lowered. This process may take up to 15 minutes (depending on the amount of food being cooked, it may vary slightly) to cool at room temperature. DO NOT force open the pressure cooker before the pressure has been completely released. If unsure, leave the pressure cooker to cool a bit longer.
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2. USING YOUR PRESSURE COOKER – STEP BY STEP GUIDE
Before opening the pressure cooker lid: a. Do not force open the pressure cooker when there is still pressure inside b. Wait until the steam inside the cooker has completely released; c. The red pressure indicator valve has dropped down; d. The black pressure regulator has been removed to safely open the lid. Caution: The pressure cooker will require a gentle shake to disperse any air bubbles or residual pressure prior to opening the lid after cooking certain foods, such as rice or soup. Always wait for the pressure to completely reduce before shaking.
2.7 Opening the pressure cooker
To open the pressure cooker, push the blue safety lock and unlock button forward and turn anti-clockwise. Align the round marking on the lid with the round marking on the inside of the lower handle. Lift the lid off the cooker body.
Note: Remove food from the pressure cooker as soon as possible after cooking. Do not leave food in the cooker for a long period of time as this may discolour the interior.
3. BASIC RULES OF PRESSURE COOKING Strictly follow the minimum and maximum fill levels Never cook dumplings with the lid securely closed in this manual. Check in recipes for any exceptions as they could rise and block the safety devices. to this rule such as Christmas puddings, pulses and Cook the stew and at the end of the cooking time, steamed puddings, as extra liquid is required. release the steam and add the dumplings to the pressure cooker. Cook gently for about 10-15 Always use a liquid that will give off steam when minutes with the lid on, but not locked and without boiled i.e. water, wine, stock, beer, cider, etc. the pressure regulator fitted. All pressure cooking requires liquid. Never just use oil or melted fat only. Cooking containers and coverings must be able to withstand temperatures of 130°C (266°F). Do not Pressure cooking times vary accordingly to the use plastic lids as they prevent steam from being in thickness and size of the food and not the weight. contact with the mixture. Coverings on containers For example, half a kilo of potatoes cut into quarters i.e. foil, must be securely tied otherwise they could takes 7 minutes to cook. Half a kilo of potatoes block the safety devices. cut in half takes 10 minutes.
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3. BASIC RULES OF PRESSURE COOKING The cooker body can be used without the lid for For example, if the usual cooking time is one and a pre-frying foods i.e. to brown and seal meat. Always half hours, the pressure cooking time is half an hour. remove the cooker from the heat source and allow to cool slightly before adding the liquid, otherwise Calculate the amount of liquid required according the liquid could evaporate and leave an insufficient to the pressure cooking time and type of food. amount for pressure cooking. This model of pressure cooker operates at 80kPa When pressure cooking times are short, such as (or 11.6lb/psi). The cooking times in pressure for vegetables and fruit, accurate timing is essential cooker recipe books may have tested with cookers to avoid overcooking. at a different pressure to our models. Adjust the cooking time up or down accordingly. If adapting a conventional recipe for pressure cooking, a general guide is to calculate one-third of the conventional cooking time.
4. CLEANING, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Cleaning your pressure cooker Discolouration After every use, the pressure cooker should be If the inside of the pressure cooker body becomes carefully cleaned and thoroughly dried before putting discoloured due to hard or chalky water, or cooking away. The pressure cooker is not suitable for storing ingredients i.e. salt and oil, after normal cleaning, food when not in use. Salted and acidic food will any white spots or discolouration on the inner walls mark the interior. and base of the pressure cooker can be removed by wiping the surface with fresh lemon juice, then Only the cooker body is dishwasher safe. No not rinse and dry immediately and thoroughly. If it does put any other parts of the pressure cooker in a not solve the problem, try to fill the pressure cooker dishwasher. We recommend this pressure cooker to with 2/3 full of water (add a tablespoon of lemon be hand washed by using a mild detergent and warm juice or vinegar added to the water) and heat for 15 water. Dry immediately and thoroughly. minutes, allow it to cool and empty the heated water To avoid damaging the surface of the pressure safely. Rinse and dry. Alternatively, use a mild kitchen cooker, do not use implements or cleaning materials stainless steel polisher to polish away any markings, made from metals, hard materials or abrasives. then rinse and dry immediately and thoroughly. To remove stubborn food residuals on the inner Maintenance walls of the pressure cooker, use a suitable cleaning After each use, check whether the following parts solution mixed with warm water and leave to soak need maintenance. Do not attempt to dismantle any until softened and ready to be cleaned. other parts of the pressure cooker other than those Do not leave the exterior of the pressure cooker to mentioned. Available replacements parts are listed in soak in water as this will damage the exterior finish. the product specification section. To clean the lid, remove and wash the sealing ring The body and lid and regulator. Rinse the lid under running water. Do Check before each use if the body and the lid are in not immerse the lid in water. good condition. If they show any signs of fatigue or damage, stop using the pressure cooker. Make sure the steam release vent is clear. If it’s blocked, remove the regulator and turn the lid upside Do not immerse the lid in water. Rinse the lid under down and use a wooden skewer to gently clear the running warm water. blockage and rinse under a tap.
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4. CLEANING, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
The sealing ring/gasket Red pressure indicator valve We recommend that the sealing ring be replaced Turn the lid over, and check that the red every one or two years, depending upon the amount pressure indicator valve moves freely. If the of use. valve requires cleaning, remove the valve by using a spanner and turn anti-clockwise. Clean Do not use substitute sealing ring otherwise your the valve and refit it correctly and securely. guarantee will be invalidated. You can order your replacement sealing ring for this model from the Tower website or by calling our customer helpline
Wash the sealing ring after each use in warm water and detergent to remove any debris from both the seal and the groove in which it sits. The sealing ring lifts out and is put back by easing in place under the rim of the lid.
Note: If the pressure cooker is not used for a long period of time, the sealing ring may need replacing Storage as it can harden and then will not form an air-tight Please make sure all parts are thoroughly dried seal. Replace the seal immediately before storage. After initial use, to avoid damage to the sealing ring, do not store your pressure cooker The pressure regulator with the cover fitted in place; instead, place the The pressure regulator must be cleaned cover upside down, with the seal uppermost after each use. After lifting the pressure and store the pressure cooker in a cool, regulator off the lid, clean and rinse the dry place away from direct sunlight. pressure regulator under running water. If a deep clean is required, gently pull out the blue silicone part by releasing it from the 2 small side locks of the black cap. And reassemble as the image show on the right.
Check the bottom blue silicone part is locked back in and press the bottom of the regulator to check if the spring is working fine.
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5. TROUBLESHOOTING If your pressure cooker is not performing as it should, turn off the heat source immediately, taking special care to protect your hands and yourself. Do not move the pressure cooker. Leave it to cool naturally and wait until all the pressure has been released completely, then open the lid safely and examine and take appropriate actions. The table below details some common problems and how to solve them.
Problem Cause Solution The lid will not lock The lid and the body are not aligned Check the instructions for details of how to to the cooker body. correctly. close the lid correctly and securely. There is still pressure inside the Release the pressure correctly and pressure cooker. completely. DO NOT force open the lid. The lid can not be The lid can then only be removed by a opened. Due to high pressure or high heat, qualified technician. (This is not covered by the sealing ring might have melted. the warranty). The heat is too low. Increase the heat. No liquid. Add liquid. The pressure cooker does not The pressure regulator is incorrectly Reposition the regulator and close the lid come to pressure. positioned. correctly. The red pressure The pressure cooker lid is closed Check the lid and close it correctly. indicator valve is incorrectly. not rising. The steam release vent is blocked. Check and clean the vent. The sealing ring needs changing. Replace the sealing ring. Steam escapes The lid is closed incorrectly. Check if the lid is fitted correctly in place. from under the lid The sealing ring is not fitted cover. Clean the sealing ring and refit. correctly. Clean the sealing ring, the rim of the cooker The sealing ring is dirty. body and the rim of the cover. The sealing ring is old or damaged. Replace the sealing ring. The lid is damaged or dented or Dispose the product if it has reached its end faulty. of life or refer to the warranty. Steam and liquid The safety function of the pressure Turn off the heat and allow the pressure leaks from the red cooker has operated. The steam cooker to cool and pressure to reduce. Take pressure indicator outlet of the regulator may be the regulator out and clear and clean the valve blocked. steam outlet. Turn off the heat and allow the pressure The red pressure indicator valve has cooker to cool and pressure to reduce. Take become faulty. the regulator out and clear and clean the steam outlet.
Steam and liquid Turn off the heat and allow the pressure leaks from the 2 The steam outlet of the regulator cooker to cool and pressure to reduce. Take small safety steam maybe blocked. the regulator out and clear and clean the release vents. steam outlet.
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5. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Solution
The red pressure indicator valve has Change the red pressure indicator valve. become faulty.
Turn off the heat and allow the pressure The safety function of the pressure cooker to cool and the pressure to reduce. cooker has operated or the pressure Steam and liquid Open and check the lid, clean the pressure regulator is blocked. suddenly escape regulator. from the pressure regulator or under The sealing ring has been activated and has the lid cover. The safety function of the pressure started decompressing the excess pressure. cooker has operated. Check if the steam release vent under the regulator is blocked. Have the product checked over by a The pressure qualified technician to determine if it’s safe cooker was heated to continue using the product as it may Misuse of the product. without any liquid be damaged. This is not covered by the by error. warranty. Otherwise, dispose of the product as it has reached its end of life. Heat was too low causing Adjust the heat to maintain a constant loss of pressure. pressure and extend the cooking time. The food is not The sealing ring needs refitting, cleaning or Loss of pressure. cooked. changing. Required cooking time Check your recipes for the correct cooking was not achieved. time. Clean the burnt food and check the pressure cooker for any signs Incorrect cooking time. of damage. Check and follow the correct cooking time. Liquid has been evaporated too fast and the The food is burnt. food was left with insufficient liquid. Higher Heat was too high. heat doesn’t mean the food will be cooked faster, it only wastes energy. Reduce the heat to maintain constant pressure. Not enough liquid. Check the instructions for guidance.
Note: If you continue having issues with your pressure cooker or would like some advice of how to use the product, please contact a member of our customer service team. They would be happy to help you. The details of the customer service team can be found at the back of this manual.
Disposal of the product Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or www.recyclenow.co.uk for access to information about the recycling of non-electrical items. Please arrange to take this appliance to your local Civic Amenity site for recycling, once it has reached the end of its life.
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6. COOKING TIMES AND SAMPLE RECIPES The cooking time begins directly as the heat is turned down, once the pressure indicator valve rises and the pressure cooker begins to hiss to release excess steam. Once the cooking time has finished, the hob should be turned off and the pressure cooker allowed to cool. Cooking times are determined by the size of the pieces of food. It’s best to cut different foods to a uniform size if they are going to be cooked together. If necessary, cooking may be interrupted, pressure released, and foods with shorter cooking times added later. Use these cooking times purely as a guide. Check food is cooked through before serving. If in doubt, increase the cooking time. Cook meat, poultry, and any derivatives (mince, etc.) until the juices run clear. Cook fish until the flesh is opaque throughout. When cooking pre-packed foods, follow any guidelines on the package or label.
Vegetables – 2½ to 6 minutes Fish – 4 to 6 minutes
Fruit – 2 to 7 minutes Dried fruit – 3 to 6 minutes
Rice, grains & pulses – 3 to 20 minutes Meat & poultry – 5 to 30 minutes
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6. COOKING TIMES AND SAMPLE RECIPES The cooking times given in the following charts are a guide and you may wish to cook for a little longer or for slightly less time to suit your personal taste. However, always make sure food is thoroughly cooked before serving. Use the steamer basket without stand/trivet unless otherwise stated.
Steam release refers to the method for steam release:
R Refers to rapid or fast cooling N Refers to natural or slow steam release
Vegetables Cooking times may vary according to your personal preference.
Steam Type Size Water Cooking Time Release
Carrots 2.5cm/1inch chunks 300ml / ½ pint 6mins R
Green beans Whole 300ml / ½ pint 3mins R
Leeks 2.5cm / 1 inch slices 300ml / ½ pint 2 ½ - 3mins R
Potatoes, new Small 25g/1oz 300ml / ½ pint 5 - 6mins R
Potatoes, old 2.5cm / 1 inch 300ml / ½ pint 5mins R
Fish Cooking times will depend on the thickness of fish.
Steam Type Size Liquid Cooking Time Release
White – e.g. cod, haddock, Up to 4 steaks 300ml / ½ pint 5 – 6mins R halibut
White – e.g. cod, haddock, Up to 4 fillets 300ml / ½ pint 4mins R plaice
Oily – e.g. salmon, trout Up to 4 steaks 300ml / ½ pint 5 – 6mins R
Oily – e.g. herring, mackerel Up to 4 fillets 300ml / ½ pint 4 – 5mins R
Skate wings Medium 300ml / ½ pint 4 – 5mins R
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6. COOKING TIMES AND SAMPLE RECIPES
Fruit
Steam Type Size Water Cooking Time Release
Layer slices with sugar 300ml / ½ pint + Apple in a dish. Cover with 6 – 7mins R steamer stand tied greaseproof paper Prick and layer as 300ml / ½ pint + Damson apples. Add a little 3 – 4mins R steamer stand water.
300ml / ½ pint Peaches Firm, ripe. Halved 2 – 2 ½mins R syrup
2.5cm / 1inch chunks; 300ml / ½ pint + Rhubarb 5mins R layer as for apples steamer stand
Soak dried fruits in boiling water for 10 minutes first, and use as part of Dried Fruit cooking water. Add a little sugar when cooking, if wished
Steam Type Quantity Water Cooking Time Release
Apple rings 225g / 8oz 450ml / ¾ pint 3mins N
Apricots 225g / 8oz 450ml / ¾ pint 4mins N
Figs 225g / 8oz 450ml / ¾ pint 5 – 6mins N
Pears 225g / 8oz 450ml / ¾ pint 4 – 5mins N
Prunes 225g / 8oz 450ml / ¾ pint 4 – 5mins N
Beans and chick peas should be soaked for 1 hour in boiling water before Rice, grains and Pulses cooking as below. Cook in fresh water.
Steam Type Quantity Water Cooking Time Release
Rice white, long grain 225g / 8oz 500ml / 17fl oz 3 – 3 ½mins N
Brown, long grain 225g / 8oz 650ml / 23fl oz 15mins N
Butter beans 175g / 6oz 450ml / ¾ pint 15mins N
Chick peas 175g / 6oz 450ml / ¾ pint 20mins N
Red kidney beans 225g / 8oz 600ml / 1 pint 10mins N
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Liquid quantities are minimum quantities for the pressure cooker. You may wish to add more, especially with larger quantities of meat or poultry, and Meat and poultry depending on the finished dish. Meat and poultry are best browned before cooking.
Steam Type Size Liquid Cooking Time Release
Beef
Braising 2.5cm / 1inch 300ml / ½ pint Up to 700g / 1 ½lb 20mins R pieces minimum
300ml / ½ pint Minced Up to 700g / 1 ½lb 8mins R minimum
450ml / ¾ pint Topside pot roast 900g / 2lb 30mins N minimum
Chicken
300ml / ½ pint Thighs / drumstick Up to 700g / 1 ½lb 5 – 6mins N minimum
300ml / ½ pint Breast Up to 700g / 1 ½lb 5mins N minimum
300ml / ½ pint Up to 1.3kg / 3lb – 8mins per Whole - 450ml / ¾ pint R Brown first 450g / 1lb minimum Lamb
300ml / ½ pint 12mins per Best end Up to 900g / 2lb R minimum 450g / 1lb
Breast, shoulder, boned and 450ml / ¾ pint 15mins per Up to 900g / 2lb R rolled minimum 450g / 1lb
Stewing 2.5cm / 1 inch 300ml / ½ pint Up to 700g / 1 ½lb 20mins N pieces minimum
Pork
300ml / ½ pint Lean 2.5cm / 1 inch pieces Up to 700g / 1 ½lb 15mins R minimum
Spare ribs Up to 700g / 1 ½lb 300ml / ½ pint 15mins N
Pot roast 900g / 2lb 450ml / ¾ pint 30mins N
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Salmon and Vegetables
Cooking Instructions Ingredients 1. Place the water in the pressure cooker. 450ml / ¾ pint water Add the bay leaf, cinnamon stick and lemon slices. Place the steamer stand in the base 1 bay leaf of the cooker. 1 cinnamon stick, broken in half 2 slices of lemon 2. Very lightly oil the steamer basket and place 200g / 7oz baby Chantenay carrots the salmon fillets, skin side down in the basket. 8 baby new potatoes approx. 25g / 1oz each Place the broccoli florets around the salmon. 2 x 150g / 6oz salmon fillets 150g / 6oz broccoli, cut into 4 or 5 florets 3. Place the basket on top of the stand in the pressure cooker. Cover and lock the lid. 15ml / 1tbsp chopped fresh parsley
4. Set the pressure regulator to the cooking Cooking time position. Bring to pressure and cook for Serves 6 minutes. Release the steam rapidly by with pressure: turning the pressure regulator to the 2 steam release position. 6 MINUTES
5. Push the safety lock button forward and unlock the cooker cover. Remove the basket on to plate and drain the carrots and potatoes.
6. Serve the salmon fillets on warmed plates with the carrots, broccoli and potatoes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve.
Food Allergies Important Note: Some of these recipes may contain nuts and/or other allergens. Please be careful when making any of our sample recipes that you are NOT allergic to any of the ingredients. For more information on allergies, please visit the Food Standards Agency’s website at: www.food.gov.uk
More pressure cooker recipes and recipe books can be found online and in local book stores and retailers.
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Cooking Instructions Ingredients 1. Heat the oil in the open pressure cooker, 30ml / 2tbsp sunflower oil add the onion slices and fry for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the bacon and fry until golden. Add the 2 onions, sliced garlic for the last minute. 75g / 3oz streaky bacon rashers, coarsely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 2. Meanwhile place the flour in a bowl and season 15ml / 1tbsp plain flour with salt and pepper. Add the diced steak and 500g / 1lb lean diced braising steak toss to coat. Remove the bacon and onions 150ml / ¼ pint red wine from the pressure cooker with a slotted spoon 350ml / 12fl oz hot beef stock and set aside. Add the steak and fry to seal and brown. 125g / 4oz button mushrooms 15ml / 1tbsp Dijon mustard 3. Stir in the wine and bring to the boil. Stir well 15ml / 1tbsp tomato puree to remove any sediment from the base of the Salt and ground black pepper cooker. Add the stock and bring to the boil, Chopped fresh flat leaf parsley, to garnish stirring. Return the onions and bacon to the pressure cooker. Cooking time 4. Cover and lock the lid. Set the pressure Serves regulator to the cooking position. Bring with pressure: to pressure, reduce the heat and cook for 20 minutes. Release the steam rapidly 20 MINUTES 4 by turning the pressure regulator to the steam release position.
5. Push the safety lock button and unlock the cover. Remove the lid carefully and stir in the button mushrooms, mustard and tomato puree. Cover, but leave on the steam release position. Cook over a gentle heat for 5 minutes.
6. Transfer to a warmed serving dish, sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with creamed potatoes and a green salad or vegetables, as wished.
Variations If wished you can replace the wine with beef stock. Add 225g / 8oz carrots cut into 2.5cm /1inch chunks at the end of step 3, and omit the mushrooms.
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