User Guide

Important Safeguards
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1. READ THE MANUAL.
2. This appliance cooks under pressure; please do not attempt to remove
the lid while the cooker is operating. Improper use may result in
burn or injury.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always use the handles.
4. Do not overfill the cooking pot because food such as rice or vegetables
may expand during cooking. Overfilling the cooker may result in
developing more pressure or clogging the vent pipe.
5. Be aware that certain foods, such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl
barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb,
or spaghetti can froth, and sputter, and clog the pressure release device
(steam vent).
6. DO NOT use your pressure cooker for deep frying.
7. Always check the pressure release vent for clogs before use.
8. DO NOT immerse the cord, plug, or cooker in water or any other
liquids to avoid electrical shock or damaging the cooker.
9. Keep cooking unit out of children’s reach.
10. Unplug the appliance when not in use and before cleaning. Wait until
cooker and parts are cooled down to a safe temperature before
removing or replacing any cooker parts.
11. Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug. If your
cooker experiences any malfunctions or has been damaged in any way,
don’t attempt to use it.
12. DO NOT use outdoors.
13. DO NOT use below hanging cabinets to avoid damage from steam that is
released from the regulator knob.
14. Use of any accessories that are not intended for this product may
damage the unit and is subject to voiding warranty.
15. DO NOT place the cooker on an unstable surface. DO NOT use on
newspaper, foam, or any other material that may block the vent at
the bottom.