Kitchen Kettle multi cooker/steamer - ● So versatile, you’ll use it every day. ● Steams, stews, boils, deep fries and more. ● Easy to clean. Nonstick surface, inside and out. Visit us on the web at www.GoPresto.com Instructions 2009 by National Presto Industries, Inc. 72-743A_5Qt._KK_instr.
This is a Listed appliance. The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage, when using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Be sure that handles and legs are assembled and fastened properly before using this appliance (see page 3). 3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 4.
How to Install Legs and Handles Tools Required: Phillips type screwdriver Parts Included: 4 Legs 2 Handles To Install Legs 1. Place multi-cooker upside down on table or counter. 2. Using the screwdriver, remove the screws from each of the four mounting projections on the bottom of the unit. These screws are for attaching the legs to the multi-cooker base. 3. Position one of the legs, with the rubber insert facing up, over one of the mounting projections (Fig. A).
To Attach Basket Handle 1. Slide lock bar up on handle (Fig. B) and place one of the handle bars into one of the tabs on bracket. Then squeeze the handle bars together, and fit the other handle bar into the opposite tab on bracket. 2. After attaching handle to basket, slide the lock bar down (Fig. C) to insure against accidental detachment of handle from basket. Fig. B Lock bar Handle bar Tab Fig. C Lock bar Before First Use Become familiar with the various parts of the multi-cooker (Fig.
How To Use Before initial use, and after each subsequent use, wash appliance in dishwasher or in warm sudsy water, rinse, and dry. Do not immerse heat control or magnetic cord assembly in water or let them come in contact with any liquid. Prior to first use, “season” the multi-cooker’s cooking surface by rubbing lightly with cooking oil. Remove excess oil with paper towel. For best results use nylon, plastic, wooden, or rubber utensils to turn, stir, or remove food when not using the steam/fry basket.
Note: When using the multi-cooker for the first time, a slight odor or light smoking may occur as manufacturing residue evaporates. This is normal during initial use. 6. When cooking is complete, turn heat control to OFF. Remove plug from wall outlet and then remove magnetic coupler end from heat control. Allow appliance to cool and detach heat control from multi-cooker before cleaning.
Any maintenance required for this product, other than normal household care and cleaning, should be performed by the Presto Factory Service Department, see page 16. For answers to any questions regarding the operation of your Presto appliance or if you need parts for your appliance, see the Service Information on page 16. Glass Cover Care and Use Instructions Caution: Your glass cover may break for no apparent reason if you fail to follow these instructions.
Minestrone 3 11⁄2 1 ⁄4 1 ⁄4 2 ¾ ¾ ¾ 1 ⁄2 1 cups beef broth cups tomato juice pound beef soup meat pound sausage cups shredded cabbage cup chopped onions cup sliced carrots cup green beans cup sliced celery 14-15 ounce can diced tomatoes 2 1 1 1 ⁄2 1 ⁄4 1 garlic cloves, minced teaspoon dried basil teaspoon dried oregano teaspoon salt teaspoon black pepper 14-15 ounce can cannelloni or navy beans, drained 1 ounce spaghetti, broke in half 1 ⁄4 cup grated cheese Place all ingredients except beans, spaghetti
Southwest Stew 2 4 1 1 1 1 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast 1 halves, cut into 1-inch pieces green bell pepper, cut into 3⁄4-inch 1 pieces 1 red bell pepper, cut into 3⁄4-inch pieces 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped 2 1 cup coarsely chopped purple onion ⁄2 cloves garlic, minced 16-ounce can pinto beans 141⁄2-ounce can stewed tomatoes cup whole kernel corn cup salsa, desired level of spiciness tablespoon chili powder teaspoons ground cumin teaspoon salt fresh cilantro
New England Boiled Dinner 11⁄2 3 4 6 pounds ham, cut into serving pieces cups water potatoes, halved small onions 4 ⁄2 1 ⁄2 1 1 ⁄8 1 carrots head cabbage, cut into wedges rutabaga, sliced teaspoon salt teaspoon pepper Place ham and water in multi-cooker. Set heat control at 250˚ and bring to a boil. Turn heat control down until pilot light goes out. Cover and simmer 1 hour or until meat is nearly tender. Add remaining ingredients, cover, and simmer until vegetables are done. Add water if necessary.
Steam Fresh Vegetables: Place 2 cups water in the multi-cooker. Set heat control at 250˚. Remove handle from steam/fry basket. Place vegetables in basket and using tongs attach basket to rim of the multi-cooker with steaming hook. Cover and steam as indicated in the table below. Steaming time begins once water starts to boil. Add additional water as necessary.
Boil Pasta Following package directions, place water and salt into multi-cooker. Set heat control at 250°. Bring water to a rolling boil. Add pasta gradually so that the boiling is not disturbed. Continue to boil uncovered until pasta is tender. Drain. (The steam/fry basket may be used for draining cooked pasta.) Fluffy Rice Place 2 cups rice, 1 teaspoon salt (optional) and specified amount of water (see table below) in multi-cooker. Set heat control at 250°.
Vegetable Greens Peas, green Turnips, diced Blanching Time 2 minutes 11⁄2 minutes 2 minutes Deep Fry CAUTION: l Do not let cord hang or drape over edge of counter or table within reach of children. l Remove cover for all deep frying. Never use any cover while oil is heating or while deep frying in this unit. l CAUTION: Oil and water do not mix. The combination can be dangerous.
Frying Timetable Food Chicken, raw, breaded Fish, raw, battered or breaded Fish, frozen French fries, frozen French fries, raw (see recipe below) Onion rings, frozen Onion rings, raw, battered Shrimp, raw, breaded or battered Frying Time 13 to 18 minutes 3 to 4 minutes 7 to 8 minutes 11 to 12 minutes 10 to 12 minutes 2 to 3 minutes 11⁄2 to 21⁄2 minutes 3 to 5 minutes Helpful Hints l Do not overfill the basket. Too much food lowers the oil temperature causing food to absorb too much oil.
Crispy Coating ⁄2 cup milk Flour 1 egg Salt and Pepper 1 In a small bowl, whisk milk and egg. In a medium bowl, combine flour and seasonings. Dip food into milk-egg mixture, then coat in seasoned flour. Fry food according to timetable on page 14.
Consumer Service Information If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Presto appliance or need parts for your appliance, contact us by any of these methods: • Call 1-800-877-0441 weekdays 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Central Time) • Email us at our website www.GoPresto.com • Write: National Presto Industries, Inc.
