Use and Care Manual

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EPCK 42941 - 170120
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
 Always wash the pressure cooker thoroughly after every use or if it
has not been used for an extended period of time.
 The cooking pot is the main item to clean. It can be hand washed
or cleaned in the dishwasher.
Caution: do not put the body a dishwasher or immerse in water.
 Unplug the unit and let it cool before cleaning.
 Wash the inner cooking pot with hot soapy water, using a clean
dishcloth. Rinse and dry. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
 Wash the inner surface of the lid thoroughly, including the seal ring,
pressure regulator valve, anti-block shield and float valve.
 Wipe the outer housing with a clean damp cloth. Do NOT
submerge in water!
 Always check that the gasket is clean and in good shape. If you
need to remove the gasket for cleaning, turn the lid upside down,
grasp the rubber gasket on either side and pull up. Clean the
rubber gasket in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Replace the gasket by pushing it down inside the edge of the lid.
Make sure the rim of the gasket is wedged in the groove around
the edge of the lid.
Note: if the gasket is not positioned properly, the unit will not build
pressure. The rubber gasket must always be properly positioned on the
underside of the lid. Check periodically to make sure that it is clean,
flexible, and not cracked or torn.
 If the rubber gasket is damaged, do not use the appliance and
contact our Customer Service department (see the “WARRANTY”
section).
 Never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads to clean any of the
part.
Note: Store the pressure cooker with the lid resting upside down on the
removable cooking pot. This will protect the valves, knobs and pressure
regulator on the top of the lid. Furthermore, if the pressure cooker is
stored with the lid sealed, persistent odors may form inside.