STAINLESS STEEL PRESSURE COOKER BIG BOSS™ PRESSURE COOKER OVEN ITEM#: 0000 Distributed By EMSON® NY, NY, 10001 ©Copyright 2011 EMSON® All Rights Reserved. Printed In China.
CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS................................................................ 3 UNPACKING - PACKAGE CONTENTS.................................................. 6 PARTS AND FEATURES...................................................................... 7 USAGE - PRESSURE SETTING .......................................................... 9 USAGE - STEAM SETTING ................................................................ 11 USAGE - BROWN SETTING .............................................
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Before using the electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including safeguards below: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Keep pressure cooker out of reach of children. 3. Before use, check that the voltage of wall outlet corresponds to the one shown on the rating plate. 4. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 25. Servicing and repair should only be conducted by a qualified technician. CAUTION: Perishable foods like meat, poultry, fish, shellfish and dairy products cannot be left at room temperature for more than 2 hours. When cooking the above mentioned foods, do not use the delay time function for more than 1 to 2 hours. POLARIZED PLUG This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
PARTS AND FEATURES PARTS AND FEATURES 4 1 2 5 3 3 6 4 7 11 9 Mixing Spoon 10 8 Measuring Cup 11 7 1. Pressure Regulator Knob-pressure/steam settings, removable for cleaning. 2. Self Locking Lid-prevents from opening until all the pressure is gone. 3. Floating Valve-indicates presence of pressure, keeping the lid in locked position. 4. Pressure Safety Valve-allows excess pressure to escape if too much pressure inside. 5.
USAGE-PRESSURE SETTING USAGE - Pressure Setting NOTE: Always check to make sure that the rubber gasket and the pressure regulator valve are clean and positioned properly before EACH use. Refer to p.19 for all steps. 1. Plug the pressure cooker into the wall outlet. 2. Place the removable cooking pot inside the pressure cooker. Then place food inside it. Always use 1 cup (8 oz) of liquid when cooking on this setting. 3. See Diagram on right.
USAGE-STEAM SETTING USAGE - Steam Setting This function allows you to quickly bring liquids to a boil for steaming food or cooking rice. 1. Plug the pressure cooker into the wall outlet. 2. Place the removable cooking pot inside the pressure cooker. Place a small, heat-resistant rack or basket (not included) inside the cooker. Add at least 1 cup (8 oz) of water, so the bottom of the rack or basket is above the water level. 3. Add the food on top of the rack or in basket.
USAGE-BROWN SETTING USAGE-WARM SETTING USAGE - Brown Setting USAGE - Warm Setting This function allows you to brown the food prior to cooking it on the Pressure Setting to enhance the flavor. IMPORTANT: Do not leave the pressure cooker unattended while browning foods. 1. Plug the pressure cooker into the wall outlet. 2. Place the removable cooking pot inside the pressure cooker. 3. Add the appropriate amount of oil as per individual recipe. Do not place the lid on the pressure cooker. 4.
USAGE-SLOW COOK USAGE - Slow Cook Setting This function allows you to cook foods over a long period of time. 1. Plug the pressure cooker into the wall outlet. 2. Place the removable cooking pot inside the pressure cooker. Add the food to be slow cooked. 3. Place the lid on the pressure cooker and turn it counter-clockwise until it locks in place. You will hear the locking pin click into place. 4. Turn the pressure regulator knob located on the lid of the appliance to STEAM. 5.
USAGE-DELAY TIME USAGE - Delay Time Setting This function allows you to begin cooking foods up to 24 hours later. You may use the Delay Time function with Slow Cook, Steam, High and Low Pressure. CAUTION: Perishable foods like meat, poultry, fish, shellfish and dairy products cannot be left at room temperature for more than 2 hours. When cooking the above mentioned foods, do not use the delay time function for more than 1 to 2 hours. USAGE-DELAY TIME 6.
CLEANING -MAINTENANCE CLEANING - MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT: Pressure Cooker and its parts are NOT dishwasher safe. To ensure proper operation of the unit, always clean the pressure cooker thoroughly after each use and if it hasn’t been used for a long period of time. Use the below steps. 1. Unplug and always let the unit cool down before cleaning. 2. Wash the removable cooking pot with warm soapy water, don’t use abrasive cleaners or pads. Make sure to clean the bottom of the pot as well.
CLEANING -MAINTENANCE 3. Turn the lid over and place it on the table. Pull out the anti-blocking case. See Diagrams on right. 4. Check around the floating valve area for any food particles, remove with brush. Place the anti-blocking case back on the lid. 5. Replace the pressure regulator knob by lining the notches up to the inside wall of the pressure regulator chamber in the lid and turn clockwise.
HELPFUL TIPS - When cooking on the PRESSURE setting, for best cooking results always use at least 1 cup (8 oz) of water or liquid so enough steam can build up to produce pressure. - Do not fill the Pressure Cooker more than 1/2 full with food or 2/3 full with liquid. There must be enough liquid to create steam, otherwise the food will not be cooked properly.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM If you can’t open or remove the cover. SOLUTION 1. Make sure all of the pressure has been released. Perform the quick release by turning the pressure regulator knob to STEAM, using short bursts, until the pressure is fully released. 2. If you still cannot open the lid, bring the contents of the cooker up to pressure by pressing the LOW or HIGH pressure button and setting the desired time. Press the START/STOP button. 3.
