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STEAM RELEASE
• Once pressure has built up in the appliance, the float valve will rise. The safety lock in the lid will then be activated
and the lid will not be able to be opened during cooking. Never attempt to open the lid during pressure cooking.
• It is normal for a small amount of steam to escape when pressure builds up and during cooking. This can happen
from the float valve, the pressure limit valve or the sealing gasket (they all are safety devices).
• The pressure can be released in 3 different ways at the end of cooking; note that the Quick Release and Natural
Release methods can be set prior to or once cooking has begun.
RELEASE AT END OF COOKING:
Quick release:
Natural release: The pressure cooker will cool down by itself and the pressure will be released naturally. During
Manual release: Press the
• Do not touch the pressure limit valve.
• You can only unlock the lid once the pressure is released. It could last several minutes. Before unlocking the lid
check first that the float valve is down.
• You can then open the lid and remove the food.
• When you open the appliance, always tilt the lid away from your face and arms to avoid burns.
IMPORTANT: Be careful of the hot steam coming out from the bowl. Keep your face and hands away from the
steam release.
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Pressure is released quickly at the end of cooking. This prevents overcooking of ingredients.
To activate, press the
cooking, or anytime during cooking. Pressure will then be released automatically at the end of
cooking. Be careful of the steam shots ! always keep your face and arms away from the lid.
natural release, some foods might over cook due to remaining pressure in the pot. Use quick
release if you want to stop the cooking process immediately.
button continuously for 3 seconds anytime after cooking. Steam will be
released within 2 minutes.
button after selecting the cooking time and pressure settings before