Operation Manual
9
NOTES ON SAFETY
Please take care that you do not come into contact with
this hot steam.
During the cooking process, the safety devices must not be
interfered with.
When the pressure cooker is under pressure, force must
never be used in an attempt to open it.
The pressure cooker must be allowed to cool down before
it is opened. Steam pressure must be completely released,
otherwise it will not be possible to open the cooker. Please
heed the opening instructions (page 13).
Do not undertake any modications to the safety devices;
otherwise there is risk of scalding. When releasing the
steam, keep hands, head and body out of the way of the
steam.
You should only use original accessories and spare parts or
lids and pots that are designed for these pressure cookers.
Pressure cookers or accessories which are deformed
or damaged in any way should not be used in any
circumstances.
If repairs are necessary, please contact our customer
service department.
Before cooking
Clean cooker before rst use. Before each use, make sure
that the pressure indicator, the pressure regulator and the
rubber gasket are all clean and functioning properly.
Particularly ensure that the pressure indicator on the
underside of the lid can be moved («waggles»).
To ensure proper operation, inspect the rubber gasket after
each use and replace it when it:
- Becomes hard or less exible;
- Discolours (when it begins to turn a yellowish-brown);
- Expands or falls out of the lid; and/or
- Appears damaged in any way (e.g. cut, torn, deformed).