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I cannot close the lid:
If your pressure cooker has been
heated without any liquid in it:
If the pressure indicator does not
rise:
The pressure indicator has lifted up
and no steam escapes from the
release outlet during cooking:
If steam escapes from around the
control module: check:
Steam is leaking around the lid:
check:
If one of the security devices is
activated (safety valve or seal):
I cannot open the lid:
If food has burnt in the pot:
■ Make sure the jaws are fully open before fitting the lid
onto the pot.
■ Check for good condition and correct position of the
seal.
■ Have it checked at a TEFAL Approved Service Centre.
■ This is normal for the first few minutes.
■ If the problem continues, 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 control module is screwed in properly.
The clamps must be in contact with the edge of the lid.
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.
■ Set the programme selector to :
- If no steam escapes, put your pressure cooker under cold
water to release the steam, then clean the operating valve
and release outlet.
- If steam escapes, the pressure level has not been reached
yet: set the selector back to the initial position.
■ The control module is sufficiently screwed on.
■ Good condition and correct installation of the seals on
the operating and safety valves.
■ The lid closes correctly.
■ The seal is correctly fitted onto the lid.
■ The seal is clean and not damaged. Replace it if
necessary.
■ Lid, safety valve and operating valve are clean.
■ The edge of the pot is not damaged.
■ Turn off the heat source immediately.
■ Let the pressure cooker cool down.
■ Open the cooker.
■ Check and clean the operating valve, steam release
outlet, safety valve and seal.
■ Check that the pressure indicator is in the low position.
■ If not: release the steam from the pressure cooker by
cooling it under cold running water, if necessary.
■ Leave the pot to soak before cleaning it.
■ Never use bleach or chlorine based products to clean it.
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