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Your pressure canner cooks under pressure. Burns could result from boiling over if not used properly. Make sure
that the pressure canner is properly closed before bringing it up to pressure.
Always make sure that the valve is the decompression position before opening your pressure canner.
Never force the pressure canner open. Make sure that the internal pressure has returned to normal. Refer to
section “Safety”.
Never use your pressure canner without liquid: this could cause serious damage. Always make sure that there is
enough liquid in it during cooking.
Use heat sources that are compatible with your pressure canner, in line with the instructions for use.
Never make milk-based recipes in your pressure canner.
DO NOT use rock salt in your pressure canner, but rather add table salt when the cooking is nearly finished.
For food that expands during cooking, like rice or dried vegetables or stewed fruit, etc, never fill your pressure
canner more than half full. For certain soups like pumpkin or courgette, give your pressure canner a few minutes
to cool down, then cool it down fully by placing it under cold running water.
After cooking meat which has an outer layer of skin (such as ox tongue), which could swell due to the effects of
pressure, do not pierce the skin after cooking if it appears swollen, you could get burnt. Pierce it before cooking.
When cooking food with a thick texture (chick peas, rhubarb, stewed fruit, etc.), the pressure canner should be
shaken slightly before operating to ensure that the food does not spurt out.
Always check that valves are clear before use.
DO NOT use the pressure canner to fry under pressure suing oil.
DO NOT interfere with the safety systems, except for cleaning and maintenance in accordance with instructions.
Alcohol vapours are flammable. Bring to a boil for about 2 minutes before placing the lid. Watch your appliance
when preparing alcohol-based recipes.
You can use the canner to cook food without the cover. DO NOT use the cover if you do not intend the food to be
cooked under pressure.
If you notice that your pressure canner is broken or cracked, do not attempt to open it under any circumstances,
wait for it to cool down completely before moving it. DO NOT use it, Have it repaired by a qualified technician.