Presto Kitchen Kettle - Care and Cleaning; General Care and Cleaning; Glass Cover Care and Use

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Care and Cleaning
The multi-cooker may be washed in the dishwasher or by hand.
NOTICE: If you choose to wash the multi-cooker in the dishwasher, the basket and the bottom of the multi-cooker will likely discolor
due to the caustic nature of the dishwashing detergent. In addition, a gray residue may form on the bottom of the multi-cooker which
may transfer to towels or to skin.
When washing by hand, use warm, soapy water and rinse and dry thoroughly. Clean the nonstick base with a non-metal cleaning pad,
such as Scotch-Brite* Multi-Purpose Scrub Sponge or Scotch-Brite* Dobie* Cleaning Pad. Firm pressure can be applied, if necessary.
Soaking the multi-cooker to loosen food residue is not necessary. If, however, soaking the multi-cooker is desired, do not soak for more
thantwohours.Soakingformorethantwohoursmaydamagethenonsticknish.
Do not use steel wool or abrasive kitchen cleaners. Do not immerse Control Master
®
heat control or magnetic cord in water or
let either come in contact with any liquid.
Intime,thenonsticknishmaydarkenovertheheatingelement.Toremovethisdiscoloration,useasolutionoftwotablespoonsof
automatic dishwasher detergent powder and two cups of water. Bring the water to a boil in the multi-cooker and then reduce the heat to
simmer level (between WARM and 200º) by turning the heat control down until the pilot light goes out. Slowly stir in the dishwasher
detergent. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
Drain the solution and wash the multi-cooker in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. After treating the multi-cooker, it is rec-
ommended that the cooking surface be wiped lightly with vegetable oil before the next use.
Periodically check the screws on the handles and legs for looseness. Retighten, if necessary, with a Phillips screwdriver.
NOTICE: Continuing to tighten, once secure, can result in the stripping of screws or the cracking of handles and legs.
Any maintenance required for this product, other than normal household care and cleaning, should be performed by the Presto Factory
Service Department (see page 10).
Glass Cover Care and Use Instructions
CAUTION! The glass cover may break for no apparent reason if you fail to follow these instructions. Broken glass can cause personal
injury or property damage.
Handle the cover carefully. Do not scrape or gouge the glass with hard or sharp utensils. Do not handle a hot cover with a wet towel
or place it on a cold or wet surface. Sudden, extreme changes in temperature may cause the glass to break. Do not use the cover if it is
chipped or cracked. Avoid rough handling in use and storage.
Keep the cover clean. Allow the cover to cool before washing. This cover is dishwasher safe. Do not use steel wool cleaning pads or
abrasive powders which can scratch or weaken the glass. Nonabrasive pads or powders may be used if necessary.
Simmer
The multi-cooker makes preparing your favorite soups and stews so easy. In your multi-cooker, foods will simmer at some point between
WARM and 200°. Heat the multi-cooker at 250° until the food boils. Then place the cover on the multi-cooker and reduce the heat to the
simmer level by turning the heat control down until the pilot light goes out.
Beef Stock
1½ tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds beef soup meat
8 cups water
1 cup sliced onion
1 cup celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup carrot, cut into 1-inch pieces
 ½ tablespoonparsleyakes
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
 ⅛ teaspoonpepper
Preheat multi-cooker at 375°. Add oil and brown meat. Add water, onion, celery, carrot, parsley, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
Turn heat control down until pilot light goes out. Cover and simmer 2 to 3 hours. Strain stock.
6 to 8 servings
Delicious Soup From Beef Stock
Vegetable Soup: Add 2 cups cooked, diced vegetables of your choice. Salt and pepper to taste and heat through.
Beef Tomato Soup: Add 2 cups tomato juice, ¾ cup rice, ½ cup chopped onion, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cover and simmer 30 minutes or
until rice is done.
*Scotch-BriteandDobieareregisteredtrademarksof3MCompany.Prestoisnotafliatedwith3MCompany.