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Bravetti PC104 User Manual

Bravetti PC104
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Pressure Cooker
Use and Care Instructions
Model PC104
EURO-PRO Operating LLC
Boston, MA 02465
Tel.: 1 (800) 798-7398
www.euro-pro.com
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Bravetti PC104 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBravetti
ModelPC104
CategoryElectric Pressure Cooker
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safeguards

Read All Instructions

Emphasizes reading all safety instructions before use.

Avoid Hot Surfaces and Use Handles

Instructs users to use handles or knobs and avoid touching hot surfaces.

Supervise Near Children

Highlights the need for close supervision when the appliance is used near children.

Do Not Place in Heated Oven

Prohibits placing the pressure cooker in a heated oven.

Exercise Caution Moving Hot Liquids

Advises extreme caution when moving the pressure cooker containing hot liquids.

Use for Intended Purpose Only

States the appliance should only be used for its intended purpose.

Ensure Proper Closure Before Operation

Stresses the importance of ensuring the unit is properly closed before operating due to pressure.

Observe Fill Level Limits

Details fill limits, especially for expanding foods, with 2/3 and 1/2 full guidelines.

Avoid Foaming/Frothing Foods

Warns against cooking specific foods that can foam, froth, and block the release device.

Check Pressure Release Devices

Mandates checking pressure release devices for clogging before each use.

Do Not Open Until Pressure Reduced

Instructs users not to attempt opening the cover until internal pressure has been reduced.

No Pressure Frying with Oil

Prohibits using the pressure cooker for pressure frying with oil or shortening.

Always Use Liquid

Emphasizes never operating the cooker under pressure without liquid inside and not allowing it to boil dry.

Main Components

Using for the First Time

Using Your Pressure Cooker

Opening the Pressure Cooker

Details the procedure for safely opening the pressure cooker lid after pressure release.

Closing the Pressure Cooker

Explains the steps for closing and securing the pressure cooker lid before cooking.

Releasing Pressure

Combination Method

Describes a method combining natural pressure reduction and quick release for safety.

Quick-Release Method

Details the quick steam release method, emphasizing caution due to high steam volume.

Natural Steaming Off

Recommends allowing pressure to fall naturally for foods that expand or froth.

Starting to Cook

Timing Your Cooking

Explains when to start timing recipes, noting variations and pressure build-up time.

Cleaning and Storage

Cleaning the Body

Instructions for cleaning the pressure cooker body using dishwasher or hand washing.

Cleaning the Lid

Guidance on washing the lid with hot, soapy water; not dishwasher safe.

Cleaning the Seal

How to wash and oil the seal after each use; replacement advice.

Cleaning the Valves

Instructions for cleaning valves, including the automatic valve if clogged.

Disassembling the Valves

Step-by-step guide to disassemble and clean the pressure selector and automatic valves.

Storing the Cooker

Advice on proper storage, including lid placement to avoid seal compression.

Troubleshooting

Cooker Cannot Be Closed

Identifies reasons why the cooker lid may not close properly and how to fix them.

Pressure Selector Does Not Rise

Addresses issues where the pressure cooker fails to reach pressure, listing potential causes.

Small Amount of Steam Escaping

Explains normal small steam release from the automatic valve as pressure relief.

Constant Amount of Steam Escaping

Identifies causes for continuous steam escape from the automatic valve, like high heat or dirty valve.

Cooker Cannot Be Opened

Provides solutions for when the pressure cooker lid cannot be opened after cooking, addressing vacuum or residual pressure.

Cooking Tips and Hints

Adapting Favorite Recipes

Cooking Tips

Tips for Meats and Poultry

Provides guidance on cooking times, liquid amounts, and browning for meats and poultry.

Tips for Cooking Rice and Grains

Offers advice on reducing foaming, using slow release, and preventing burning for rice.

Tips for Cooking Beans

Covers soaking advantages, hot soaking method, and using oil to reduce sputtering for beans.

Tips for Cooking Desserts

Suggests methods for pressure cooking desserts, including using a dish sling for removal.

Five Year Limited Warranty

Ownership Registration Card

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