Cuisinart CPC22-8 User Manual - Page 5
Operating Instructions
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Using the Pressure Cooker 1. Inspect lid to make sure it was properly cleaned. Any dirt or grease left on the lid from previous use will alter the Pressure Release Valve. 2. Make sure to always have a timer ready for use. 3. To remove lid, grasp handle, turn clockwise and lift. 4. Add food and liquids as the recipe directs. NOTE: The total volume of food and liquid must not exceed the MAX fill line (MAXIMUM CAPACITY) of the cooking pot. For foods such as dried vegetables, or rice the total volume must not exceed ½ capacity. NOTE: Overfilling may clog the Pressure Release Valve, which can cause excess pressure to develop. Always use at least 1 cup liquid when pressure cooking for 10 minutes or less, or 2 cups of liquid when cooking for more than 10 minutes; NEVER USE LESS. 5. If the Silicone Sealing Gasket has been removed from lid, check to ensure flexible ring is securely in place on the metal plate. Press down firmly to secure, making sure that the edge of the lid is aligned properly with the rim of the cooking pot. 6. To lock the lid in place, remove any food residue from upper rim of cooking pot to ensure a proper seal. Place lid on pressure cooker and turn it counterclockwise into position. 7. Select a burner size that most closely matches the diameter of the bottom of the pot. 8. Slide the Pressure Regulator to the desired pressure level (High or Low). The Red Safety Valve must be fully down to properly seal the pot before cooking. NOTE: When placing lid on pressure cooker, the Pressure Release Valve should be facing away from user. WARNING: Hot steam released from Pressure Release Valve may result in injury if NOT properly positioned. 9. Turn your heat source to high to build pressure. The Red Safety Valve will lift up to indicate pressure is rising. The selected pressure (Low/High) has been achieved once the Red Safety Valve has risen and there is a steady stream of steam from the Pressure Release Valve. 10. Pressure cooking will begin at this point. Reduce the heat source to maintain a slow, steady stream of steam from the Pressure Release Valve. Make sure to start a timer at this point so the food is properly cooked. 11. Adjust the heat source up or down to maintain only a slow, steady stream of steam from the Pressure Release Valve. 12. The raised Red Safety Valve indicates you are cooking under pressure. The lid is doublelocked and cannot be opened. NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE LID WHILE PRESSURE COOKING! To Remove Lid When your food has finished cooking, pressure must be released before opening the lid. WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN RELEASING PRESSURE. (When releasing pressure, hot steam may discharge from the Pressure Release Valve or Red Safety Valve.) When the Red Safety Valve is completely down, turn the lid clockwise and lift to remove. 5
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