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For models equipped with 2 rows of basket
supports
■ If you have 2 vitamin/steam baskets you can also
steam two layers of food using the 2 baskets
simultaneously.
■■
Place the first basket on the lower level by tilting
the basket slightly on its side.
■■ Then place the second basket onto the higher level.
The foodstuffs placed in the Vitamin/steam
basket must not touch the lid.
9 - Using your pressure cooker for
the first time
■ Fill the pressure cooker up to 2/3 full with water
- Fig 12
■ Close the lid on the pressure cooker.
■ Turn the selector so that it is on - Fig 13
■ Put the pressure cooker on the heat source at the
highest temperature.
Ensure that the steam evacuation spout is not
pointed towards you.
■ Set the timer for 15 minutes (see chapter on
Electronic timer)*.
■ When steam starts to release from the outlet, lower
the heat source.
■■ For models not fitted with a timer, allow 15 minutes.
■ After 15 minutes, turn off the heat.
■ Gradually position the programme selector to .
■ When no more steam escapes from the steam outlet
and the pressure indicator is down, open the pressure
cooker.
■ Remove the timer from its holder.*
■ Rinse out the pressure cooker under running water
and dry it.
■ Clean the basket with warm water and washing up
liquid.
■■ Note: the appearance of marks/stains on the interior
base of the pressure cooker does not alter the quality
of the metal. It is merely due to calcium deposits. To
remove these, use a scouring pad and some diluted
white vinegar.
10 - Before cooking
■ Before each use, check that the control module is
correctly fastened (retaining nut is tightened); you can
use a coin if necessary.
■ Before each use, check that the operating valve
(selector at position or or ) and the
safety valve inside the lid can move freely - Fig 14
■ Close the lid.
■ Set the programme selector to the position indicated
in your recipe.
■ Set the timer for the required cooking time.*
■ Put the pressure cooker on the heat source at the
highest temperature.
■ It is normal to see steam release from the pressure
indicator before steam is released from the steam
outlet. Condensation may also appear in this area as
well - Fig 14
■ As soon as the pressure indicator has risen, you
cannot open the pressure cooker.
11 - During cooking
■ Cooking starts when steam escapes in a steady flow
from the outlet with a regular hissing sound. Lower
the heat.
■ For models fitted with a timer, the cooking time
countdown is triggered automatically, by emitting a
beep - Fig 9 You can then take the timer with you.
■ Your timer alerts you with a sound signal that the
cooking time has finished. Turn off the source of heat
and press the (+) or (–) button to stop the timer bell
ringing.
12 - End of cooking
■ After the heat has been turned off you have two
alternatives:
■ Slow pressure release: gradually turn the
programme selector to the steam position .
If you notice unusual release of pressure
during decompression: turn the selector to position
or then repeat the decompression
procedure slowly, making sure that the pressure
has released normally.
■ Fast pressure release:
Remove the timer before this operation.*
■ Place the pressure cooker under a cold running tap,
directing the flow onto the metal part of the lid.
■ When the pressure indicator is down in the normal
position, all pressure has been released from the
pressure cooker - Fig 16
■ You can then open the pressure cooker.
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