The Tower 6 Litre One Touch Pressure Cooker is a versatile kitchen appliance designed for efficient and healthy cooking. It boasts a 10-year guarantee, reflecting its durable stainless steel construction and quality craftsmanship.
Function Description
The pressure cooker operates by creating a high-pressure environment inside the pot, which significantly reduces cooking times compared to conventional methods. This process also helps to retain more vitamins, minerals, and natural flavors in food, making meals healthier and tastier. It is suitable for a wide variety of meals, including soups, stews, steamed puddings, steamed vegetables, beans, rice, pulses, joints of meat, poultry, and pasta dishes. The "One Touch" mechanism simplifies operation, allowing for easy opening, closing, and steam release.
Important Technical Specifications
- Model No.: T920003
- Diameter: 22cm
- Capacity: 6 Litre
- Max Pressure Setting: 80kPa | 11.6lb
- Material: Stainless steel 18/8 body and lid, encapsulated steel base for even heat distribution, phenolic handles.
- Featuring: Unique twist lock/unlock lid handle, inner MIN and MAX markings, 60-minute digital timer.
- Suitable Hob Types: Ceramic / Electric / Gas / Halogen / Induction / Radiant / Solid plate.
- Factory Information: Zhejiang Suntrue Cookware Co., Ltd.
- Standard: EN12778.
The pressure cooker is designed to be compatible with all types of hobs, including gas, electric, ceramic, halogen, and induction, provided the hob has a diameter as close as possible to that of the cooker. It is important to ensure the hob is not too large for the cooker base to prevent overheating of the handles.
Usage Features
The Tower pressure cooker offers several user-friendly features to enhance the cooking experience:
- One-Touch Operation: The twist lock/unlock handle allows for easy and secure opening and closing of the lid. A clear click sound indicates when the lid is properly locked.
- Digital Timer: A 60-minute digital timer is integrated into the handle, allowing users to set precise cooking times. The timer displays "00" when off and counts down in minutes.
- Pressure Indicator Valve: This valve rises when pressure builds inside the cooker and drops when pressure is released, indicating the cooking status. A red indicator valve signifies that the cooker is under pressure.
- Steam Release Button: Located on the handle, this button allows for controlled release of steam, which is crucial for safety and for stopping the cooking process.
- Minimum and Maximum Fill Levels: The cooker has clear internal markings for minimum (1/3) and maximum (2/3) fill levels for liquids, and 1/2 for solids, ensuring safe operation and optimal cooking results. Overfilling can lead to blockages and unsafe pressure build-up.
- Cooking Time Guidelines: The manual provides comprehensive cooking time tables for various foods, including soups, rice, vegetables, fish, beef, fruit, and poultry, helping users achieve perfect results.
- Pre-steaming Function: For dishes like Christmas pudding, pre-steaming allows for gradual heating and pressure build-up, preventing sudden temperature changes.
- Recipe Examples: The manual includes detailed recipes for Beef Stew, Leek and Hazelnut Risotto, and Chocolate Pudding, demonstrating the versatility of the appliance.
Safety Precautions:
- Always ensure the pressure cooker is correctly assembled and the lid is securely locked before heating.
- Never leave the pressure cooker unattended during cooking.
- Do not touch hot surfaces; always use oven gloves.
- Keep children and pets away from the cooker.
- Avoid placing the cooker in a heated oven.
- Do not use the pressure cooker for deep or shallow frying.
- Always check that the valves and sealing ring are clean and in good condition before use.
- Never force open the pressure cooker until all internal pressure has been completely and safely released.
- Do not attempt to modify any safety systems.
Maintenance Features
Proper maintenance ensures the longevity and safe operation of the pressure cooker:
- Cleaning: The cooker body and lid should be cleaned thoroughly after each use. The sealing ring and pressure regulator should be removed and washed. The cooker body is dishwasher safe, but other parts should be hand washed with a mild detergent.
- Sealing Ring: The sealing ring should be checked regularly for any signs of damage or wear. It is recommended to replace the sealing ring every one or two years, depending on usage.
- Steam Release Pipe: The steam release pipe should be checked to ensure it is clear of any food debris.
- Pressure Regulator: The pressure regulator should be cleaned after each use to prevent blockages.
- Storage: Store the pressure cooker with the lid inverted to prevent the sealing ring from compressing and to allow air circulation.
Troubleshooting: The manual includes a detailed troubleshooting guide to address common issues such as low heat, incorrect pressure regulator positioning, steam leaks, and food not cooked properly. This section helps users identify problems and find solutions, or determine when professional assistance is needed.
The Tower 6 Litre One Touch Pressure Cooker is designed to be a reliable and efficient tool for modern kitchens, promoting healthy cooking with convenience and safety.
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