Operation Manual
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• This appliance cooks under
pressure. Improper use may
result in scalding injury.
Make certain unit is properly
closed before operating. See
Operating Instructions before
beginning.
• Do not open the pressure
cooker until the unit has cooled
and internal pressure has been
released. Any pressure in the
cooker can be hazardous.
• Do not attempt to use the
safety lock override pin whilst
the cooker is under pressure.
• Steam may also release from
steam release hole located at
the back of the lid.
• Always check the pressure
release devices for clogging
before use, rinse the steam
valve under warm water to
release any debris obstructing
the vent. Always check inside
the lid, underneath the steam
vent for any unwanted food
clogging.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use
handles and pot holders.
• Do not place the pressure
cooker in a heated oven.
• Extreme caution must be used
when moving a pressure cooker
containing hot liquids.
• Do not use this pressure cooker
for pressure frying with oil.
• Never ll the unit over 4⁄5
full when cooking; however,
when cooking foods that
expand such as dried fruits,
or vegetables, the unit must
never be over 2⁄5 full. 2⁄5 full
means the food, as well as all
other ingredients and liquids
combined.
• Do not cook foods such
as apple sauce, beans,
cranberries, pearl barley,
oatmeal or other cereals,
white rice, split peas, noodles,
macaroni, rhubarb, or
spaghetti.
• Check that the voltage of the
main circuit corresponds with
the rating of the appliance
before operating.
• If the supply cord or appliance
is damaged, stop using
the appliance immediately
and seek advice from the
manufacturer, its service agent
or a similarly qualied person.
Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your
Tower appliance
3 - Important Safety Information: