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Before cooking
If the pressure indicator does not rise:
■ This is normal for the first few minutes.
■ If the problem persists, check that:
There is enough liquid inside the pot.
The source of heat is high enough; if not, increase the heat.
The pressure selector is not turned to .
The pressure cooker is closed properly. The clamps must be in contact
with the edge of the lid.
The control module is screwed in properly.
The seal for the lid is positioned correctly.
The seal is clean and in good condition; change it if required.
Check the cleanness and the mobility of the pressure indicator.
If the pressure indicator has risen but no steam is
released from the steam outlet during cooking:
■ Position the programme selector on :
- If still no steam is released, place the pressure cooker under cold
running water to release the pressure inside the cooker, and then open
the cooker and clean the operating valve and the steam release outlet
(see paragraph “Cleaning and Maintenance”).
- If steam is released, then the pressure level inside the cooker is
not sufficient for cooking so reposition the programme selector on the
original setting.
■ 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.
■ 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.
Turn the pressure cooker so that the unlocking button is
facing you.
■■ 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.
■■ As soon as the pressure indicator has risen, you cannot open the
pressure cooker.
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