• Always make sure that the pressure cooker is pro-
perly closed before starting to heat it. The opening
button (E) must be in the
• Place the pressure cooker on a heat source set to
maximum power.
Finishing cooking
To release the steam:
• Once the heat is turned off, you have two options:
• Slow pressure release: gradually turn the operating
valve (A) to the
cator (D) drops down: your pressure cooker is no lon-
ger under pressure.
• Fast pressure release: place your pressure cooker
under a stream of cold water. Once the pressure in-
dicator (D) drops down: your pressure cooker is no
longer under pressure. Turn the operating valve (A)
to the
position.
• Now you can open it.
Browning and scrat-
ching that may ap-
pear following long
periods of use are
normal and will not
affect the perfor-
mance of the pres-
sure cooker.
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position.
• Once the operating valve (A) starts to continually re-
lease steam and a regular hissing sound can be
heard, cooking has started. Reduce the heat setting.
• Set a timer for the cooking time stated in your recipe.
• Once the cooking time is up, turn off the heat.
position. Once the pressure indi-
Cleaning the pressure cooker
For best appliance operation, be sure to follow these
cleaning and maintenance recommendations every
time the pressure cooker is used.
• Always wash the pressure cooker after use with
warm water and soap. Do the same for the basket.
• Never use bleach or chlorine products.
• Never overheat the pressure cooker body when it is
empty .
During cooking
If you observe unusual
spraying during
decompression: move
the valve to position
then release
pressure again making
sure to ensure that
there is no more
spraying.
Care and Cleaning