Instructions / Assembly

ing the cover on.
Once the cooker
has sealed, the air
vent/cover lock
will remain in
the up position
until pressure is
released (Fig. J).
7. Cooking time begins when the pressure regulator begins to
rock gently. Gradually lower the heat as necessary to maintain
a slow, steady rocking motion and cook for the length of time
indicated in the recipe or timetable. If the pressure regulator is
allowed to rock vigorously, excess steam will escape. There-
fore, too much liquid will evaporate and food may scorch.
Never leave your pressure cooker unattended at high heat
settings. It could boil dry, overheat, and cause damage to the
pressure cooker.
8. When cooking time is complete, turn off burner. If using an
electric stove, remove pressure cooker from burner. Caution:
Lift pressure cooker to remove it from burner. Sliding
cookware can leave scratches on stovetops.
9. Reduce pressure according to the recipe or timetable instruc-
tions. If the instructions say “Let the pressure drop of its own
accord,” set the pressure cooker aside to cool until pressure is
completely reduced. If the instructions state, “Cool cooker at
once,” cool the pressure cooker under a running water faucet
(Fig. K) or pour cold water over it, or place it in a pan of cold
water (Fig. L) until pressure is completely reduced. Note: Do
not set hot cooker in a molded sink as it could damage the
sink. Pressure is completely reduced when the air vent/cover
lock has dropped.
If the air vent/cover lock remains in its raised position, there is
still pressure inside the pressure cooker. Continue to cool until
the air vent/cover lock drops.
10. After pressure has been completely reduced, remove the pres-
sure regulator. Always remove the pressure regulator before
opening the cover.
11. To open the cover, turn it counterclockwise until the V (or )
mark on the cover aligns with the  mark on the body handle.
Then, lift the cover toward you to keep any steam away from
you. If the cover turns hard, there still may be some pressure
in the unit. Do not force the cover off. Continue to cool the
pressure cooker until steam no longer is escaping from the
vent pipe, the air vent/cover lock has dropped, and the cover
turns easily.
12. Food is ready to serve.
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Fig. K Fig. L
Fig. J
Air Vent/Cover
Lock in UP Position.
Pressure in Unit.
Air Vent/Cover Lock
in DOWN Position.
No Pressure in Unit.