Presto Precise Pressure Cooker Plus User Manual

This is an Listed appliance. The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions. Improper use may result in bodily injury or property damage.
2. Before each use, check both the vent pipe (Fig. A, page 3) and vent filter (Fig. E, page 4) to be certain they are free of any blockage.
Remove the filter and clean any debris from both the vent pipe and filter (see cleaning instructions on page 8).
3. Always check the air vent/cover lock to be sure it moves freely before use.
4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or cooker body in water or other liquid.
5. Do not let children handle or put electrical cords or plugs in their mouths.
6. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, press cancel, then remove plug from wall
outlet.
7. Unplug cord from unit and outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow unit to cool before putting on or taking off parts
and before cleaning.
8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or in the event the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in
any manner. Return the appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical
adjustment.
9. WARNING! Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of
counter or table. Never plug cord into outlet below counter or use an extension cord. Do not let cord touch hot surfaces.
10. To guard against electrical shock, cook only in the removable cooking pot provided.
11. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries. Use only genuine Presto
™
accessories and replacement parts.
12. Intended for countertop use only.
13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
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INSTRUCTIONS AND RECIPES
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6-quart multi-use programmable
Pressure Cooker Plus
Slow Cooker • Rice Cooker • Steamer • and More

Presto Precise Pressure Cooker Plus Specifications

General

Model	Presto Precise Pressure Cooker Plus
Category	Electric Pressure Cooker
Capacity	6 Quarts
Power	1000 watts
Material	Stainless steel
Control Type	Digital
Keep Warm Function	Yes
Wattage	1000 watts
Cooking Functions	Pressure cook, slow cook, steam
Safety Features	pressure release valve
Preset Programs	Multiple preset cooking programs
Pressure Settings	Adjustable

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Introduction

Before First Use

Disassemble Cooker Parts for Cleaning

Important Information

How to Operate the Digital Control Panel

Keep Warm Mode

Details on how the unit automatically switches to and operates in the keep warm mode.

Brown/Sauté Functions

Instructions for using the brown and sauté features to prepare food before pressure cooking.

Slow Cook Function

Guide on utilizing the slow cook feature, including time adjustments and settings.

Pressure Cooking Preset Programs

Explanation of the 12 available pressure cooking presets and how to select and adjust them.

Adjusting Pressure Manually

Instructions on manually setting pressure and cook times for pressure cooking instead of presets.

How to Use for Pressure Cooking

Pressure Release Methods

How to Use for Slow Cooking

Cleaning

Occasionally

Care and Maintenance

Helpful Hints

Questions and Answers

Pressure Cooking Recipes

Soups and Stews

Recipes for various soups and stews, including classic and hearty options.

Fish and Seafood

Recipes featuring fish and seafood cooked under pressure for optimal flavor and texture.

Meat, Poultry, and Eggs

Recipes for preparing meat, poultry, and eggs using pressure cooking methods.

Vegetables

Guidelines and recipes for cooking a variety of fresh vegetables under pressure.

Dry Beans, Peas, and Lentils

Instructions and recipes for cooking dry beans, peas, and lentils efficiently.

Grains

Recipes for cooking various grains, including tips for preventing foam and froth.

Desserts

Recipes for making desserts like custards and fruit preparations in the pressure cooker.

Slow Cooking Recipes

Southwest Chicken Soup

A recipe for making Southwest Chicken Soup using the slow cooking function.

Chicken Thighs with Wild Rice

A recipe for Chicken Thighs with Wild Rice prepared using the slow cooking method.

Apricot Barbecue Pork Chops

A recipe for Apricot Barbecue Pork Chops utilizing the slow cooking function.