Breville the Fast Slow Cooker BPR650 User manual

the Fast Slow Cooker™
Instruction Book - BPR650

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BREVILLE
RECOMMENDS
SAFETY FIRST
At Breville we are very safety
conscious. We design and
manufacture consumer
products with the safety of you,
our valued customer, foremost
in mind. In addition we ask
that you exercise a degree of
care when using any electrical
appliance and adhere to the
following precautions.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USE AND SAVE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
• Remove and safely discard
any packaging material and
promotional labels before
using the appliance for the
first time.
• To eliminate a choking hazard,
remove and safely discard the
protective cover fitted to the
power plug of this appliance.
• Always insert the connector
end of the power cord into
appliance inlet before inserting
power plug into power outlet
and switching on appliance.
Ensure the appliance inlet is
completely dry before inserting
the connector end of the
power cord.
• This appliance cooks under
pressure. Improper use may
result in injury. When using
this appliance for any function
other than sauté, ensure the
lid is properly assembled and
locked into position before use.
• Do not use the appliance near
the edge of a countertop or
table. Ensure the surface is
level, clean and free of water
and other substances.
2 Breville recommends safety first
6 Components
8 Important Safety Information
for your Fast Slow Cooker™
10 Quick Start Guide
12 Functions
14 Tips
26 Care & Cleaning
29 Troubleshooting
31 French
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• Extreme caution must be
used when moving a pressure
cooker containing liquid
or food.
• Never move the pressure
cooker while it is in operation.
• Keep the appliance clear of
walls, curtains and other heat or
steam sensitive materials.
• Do not touch hot surfaces.
Use handles on the sides of
appliance and on lid. Use
the button to release steam
pressure.
• Always ensure the appliance
is properly assembled before
use. Follow the instructions
provided in this book.
• Before placing removable
cooking bowl into stainless
steel base ensure base of bowl
and base of appliance are dry
by wiping with a dry soft cloth.
• Do not place food or liquid
directly into stainless steel
base. Only removable cooking
bowl is designed to contain
food or liquid.
• Always follow the maximum
and minimum quantities of
liquid stated in instructions
and recipes.
• Do not exceed maximum fill
level. Some foods expand
during pressure cooking such
as rice, pulses and grains. For
these types of foods, do not
fill removable cooking bowl
over level 8 mark. Over filling
may cause a risk of clogging
pressure release valve and
safety locking pin and develop
excess pressure. Some foods to
avoid when pressure cooking
are; apple sauce, cranberries,
pearl barley, oatmeal and other
cereals, noodles and pasta, and
rhubarb; these foods can foam,
froth and splatter and clog the
pressure release valve and the
safety locking pin.
• Do not use a damaged
removable cooking bowl.
Replace before using.
• Ensure that lid is properly
closed before operating
(see step 4 page 18).
• This appliance is for household
use only. Do not use this
appliance for anything other
than its intended use. Do not
use in moving vehicles or
boats. Do not use outdoors.
Misuse may cause injury.
• Removable cooking bowl can
be extremely heavy when full
of ingredients, care should be
taken when lifting from the
appliance base.

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• Always check pressure release
valve and safety locking pin
for clogging before use and
clean if necessary. Check to
make sure the safety locking
pin moves freely from under
the lid.
• Extreme caution must be used
when appliance contains hot
food and liquids and/or is
under pressure. Improper use
may result in injury.
• Do not use the lid handle to
carry appliance when in use or
after use.
• Do not attempt to open the
appliance lid after pressure
cooking until all internal
pressure has been released
and is slightly cooled. If the
lid will not turn to unlock, this
indicates that appliance is
still under pressure – do not
force lid open. Any pressure
remaining can be hazardous.
See operating instructions for
“steam release” directions in
this instruction book
(see steps 10–12 page 19).
• Always ensure that removable
cooking bowl has cooled
sufficiently before handling
and use oven mitts as a
precaution.
• Do not place anything, other
than lid, on top of the appliance
when assembled, when in use
and when stored.
• Do not use this appliance
cooker for deep frying.
• Do not sauté or shallow fry
under pressure.
• Always ensure there is enough
liquid in removable cooking
bowl. At least 4 cups (1 quart)
of combined food and liquid is
required when cooking under
pressure. When steaming, a
minimum of 4 cups (1 quart) of
liquid should be used.
• If the appliance is to be: not in
use, cleaned, moved, assembled
or stored, always ensure
START/CANCEL has been
pressed to CANCEL and stop
any function, then unplug the
cord from the power outlet.
• Keep the appliance clean.
Follow the cleaning
instructions provided in this
book (see page 26).

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• After use, the heating plate of
the cooker is subject to residual
heat and could be very hot.
Do not touch the hot surface.
• Make sure the counter top
where you place the cooker
is clean and dry. Never allow
water or other spillage into the
power cord connector area.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
FOR ALL ELECTRICAL
APPLIANCES
• Do not use the appliance on
(or close to) a hot gas or electric
burner, or where it could touch
a heated oven or surface.
• To protect against electric
shock do not immerse the
power cord, power plug or
appliance in water or any
other liquid.
• This appliance should not be
used by children.
• It is recommended to regularly
inspect the appliance and
power cord. Do not use the
appliance if there is damage to
the power cord or plug, or after
the appliance malfunctions or
has been damaged in any way.
Immediately stop use and call
Breville Consumer Support.

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Components
A. Lid Handle
B. Pressure Release Valve
Controls rate at which steam vents out of
cooker and subsequently degree of pressure
inside the cover.
C. Adjustable Pressure Control Dial
Choose from Low, Medium or High.
D. Safety Locking Lid
Can not be opened while pressure cooking.
Not dishwasher safe.
E. 6 Quart Removable Non-stick
Cooking bowl. Dishwasher Safe.
F. Cool Touch Handles.
G. Brushed Stainless Steel Base.
H. Removable Power Cord
For serving at table & easy storage.
Accessories
I. Stainless Steel Steaming Basket
Dishwasher safe.
J. Stainless Steel Trivet
Raises food out of liquid for roasting,
steaming and pressure cook or slow cook
settings.
K. Rice Measuring Cup
L. Serving Spoon
M. Heat Resistant Spatula
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Control Panel
N. Function button
Press to select desired cooking method.
Setting selection
a) SAUTE/SEAR Indicator Light
Sear and brown meats plus saute onions
and garlic, before pressure cooking or
slow cooking.
b) SLOW COOK Indicator Light
Select from 6 hours or 8 hours.
c) PRESSURE COOK Indicator Light.
d)STEAM Indicator Light.
e) WARM Indicator Light
Automatic or manual.
O. Start/Cancel button
P. Timer button
Sets cooking time.
Q. Silicone Rubber Sealing Gasket
Dishwasher safe.
R. Pressure Safety Valve
S. Pressure Release Valve Cover
T. Gasket Holder
U. Safety Locking Pin
Pin pops up once pressure is reached acting
as a safety locking device.
V. Steam Release button
Press the button in short bursts until safety
locking pin drops down, then the lid can
be opened.
W. Steam Condensation Collector
Dishwasher safe.

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NEVER FORCE THE LID CLOSED
CLOSING THE LID
• Make sure the gasket is properly inserted
within the top cover and that the Locking Pin
moves freely.
• Line up the "ALIGN" arrow on the end of the
top cover handle and the base.
• Grab the top cover handle and twist "LOCK"
arrow.
NOTE
The lid is correctly locked when the locking
arrows are aligned and the safety locking pin is
in the down position.
• The lid should lock into place with ease
and minimal effort. DO NOT STRAIN OR
FORCE THE LID TO CLOSE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
FOR YOUR FAST SLOW COOKER™
This appliance cooks under pressure and must be operated and
maintained as described in this manual. The trapped air pressure
inside the pressure cooker may cause a hazardous situation if not
operated and maintained as described in this manual.
RELEASING PRESSURE
• Never place your hands, arms or face over
the pressure release valve when the cooker is
in use.
• Pressure can be released by pressing and
holding the steam release button on the lid.
This should be initially done in short bursts
to prevent large jets of steam being released.
Quick Release – This method uses the Steam
Release Button when there is no more steam
coming out, turn the pressure release valve to
"steam release position".

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Wait a minimum 1 minute after releasing
pressure/steam to unlock and remove
the lid. To open the lid, use handle in a
counterclockwise direction while aligning
ALIGN arrows to the OPEN position.
This should be effortless.
Side View
OPEN
Top View
IMPORTANT
Steam Release Button will be hot if pressed for
prolonged period.
Slow Release –If the Steam release button is
not depressed when cooking is finished, the
cooker will slowly de-pressurize when the
temperature drops towards room temperature.
This method is recommended for recipes
containing larger quantities of liquid such as
soups and casseroles to prevent liquid being
forced out with the steam. The Slow release
method is also used to finish off recipes such as
risottos and puddings.
When Slow release method is used, it is
necessary to push the steam release button to
ensure there is no more steam coming out and
turn the pressure release valve to the "steam
release position" where arrows are aligned to
OPEN arrow before attempting to open the lid.
The pressure release valve can get extremely
hot after cooking. Extreme caution must be
used when moving the pressure release valve.
It is recommended to use a tool as an aid to
move the pressure release valve.
NEVER FORCE THE LID OPEN
OPENING THE LID
• After all internal pressure is released, the lid
should open with ease.
• If the lid will not unlock or you encounter
resistance, it may indicate the appliance is
still under pressure.
• Press the steam release button until all
internal pressure is released and the lid can
be opened.
• If resistance is still encountered, disconnect
from the power supply and allow the pressure
cooker to cool down to room temperature.

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Quick Start Guide
This Quick Start Guide is designed for first time use.
For safety and more information, refer to your Instruction Booklet.
2
Wash silicone rubber gasket.
6
Refer to the Instruction Book
or Contact Customer Support.
HELP!
USA
1-866-273-8455
CANADA
1-855-683-3535
3
Select Pressure setting using
Pressure Control Dial on lid handle
(Low, Medium, High).
3
Select FUNCTION button until
STEAM function indicator
light flashes.
3
Press START/CANCEL button to
start cooking – indicator light will
stop flashing.
1
Press FUNCTION button until
SAUTÉ/SEAR function indicator
light flashes.
2
Press TIMER Button – select from
02 to 99 minutes.
4
Press TIMER Button – select from
02 to 99 minutes.
Before
First Use
Preparing the
Fast Slow CookerTM
for use
A
How to
Pressure
Cook
B
How
to Sear
C
How to
Slow
Cook
D
How
to Steam
E
2
Press FUNCTION button until
SLOW COOK indicator light flashes.
3
Press TIMER button and select
either 6 or 8 hours.
4
Press START/CANCEL button to
start SLOW COOKING – indicator
light will stop flashing.
5
Press START/CANCEL button to
start STEAMING – indicator light
will stop flashing.
3
2
Close and lock lid in a clockwise
direction by aligning arrows.
2
1
2
1
6
Press TIMER Button – select from
02 to 99 minutes.
7
Press START/CANCEL button to
start Pressure Cooking – indicator
light will stop flashing.
4
Ensure Pressure Release Valve
is turned to Pressure position
shown.
5
Press FUNCTION button until
the Pressure Cook indicator
light flashes.
1
Place food to be cooked into
removable cooking bowl with 1qt
minimum combined food & liquid.
1
Close and lock lid in a clockwise
direction by aligning arrows.
1
Place steaming basket on to trivet
and position inside cooking bowl.
Repeat steps (1) to (3) in How To
Pressure Cook. Place food into
steaming basket. Use min. 1qt liquid.
2
1
Remove Lid. Wash non-stick
cooking bowl.
1 Quart
MINIMUM
Pressure
Release
Valve
Pressure
Safety
Valve
Return dry clean silicone rubber gasket
securely back to gasket holder. Ensure
that the gasket is installed correctly.
If the silicone rubber gasket is not
installed correctly into the holder, the lid
will not seal properly. This may cause
the appliance to malfunction and leak
steam or hot liquid which can cause
burns or scalding.
WARNING

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Quick Start Guide
This Quick Start Guide is designed for first time use.
For safety and more information, refer to your Instruction Booklet.
2
Wash silicone rubber gasket.
6
Refer to the Instruction Book
or Contact Customer Support.
HELP!
USA
1-866-273-8455
CANADA
1-855-683-3535
3
Select Pressure setting using
Pressure Control Dial on lid handle
(Low, Medium, High).
3
Select FUNCTION button until
STEAM function indicator
light flashes.
3
Press START/CANCEL button to
start cooking – indicator light will
stop flashing.
1
Press FUNCTION button until
SAUTÉ/SEAR function indicator
light flashes.
2
Press TIMER Button – select from
02 to 99 minutes.
4
Press TIMER Button – select from
02 to 99 minutes.
Before
First Use
Preparing the
Fast Slow CookerTM
for use
A
How to
Pressure
Cook
B
How
to Sear
C
How to
Slow
Cook
D
How
to Steam
E
2
Press FUNCTION button until
SLOW COOK indicator light flashes.
3
Press TIMER button and select
either 6 or 8 hours.
4
Press START/CANCEL button to
start SLOW COOKING – indicator
light will stop flashing.
5
Press START/CANCEL button to
start STEAMING – indicator light
will stop flashing.
3
2
Close and lock lid in a clockwise
direction by aligning arrows.
2
1
2
1
6
Press TIMER Button – select from
02 to 99 minutes.
7
Press START/CANCEL button to
start Pressure Cooking – indicator
light will stop flashing.
4
Ensure Pressure Release Valve
is turned to Pressure position
shown.
5
Press FUNCTION button until
the Pressure Cook indicator
light flashes.
1
Place food to be cooked into
removable cooking bowl with 1qt
minimum combined food & liquid.
1
Close and lock lid in a clockwise
direction by aligning arrows.
1
Place steaming basket on to trivet
and position inside cooking bowl.
Repeat steps (1) to (3) in How To
Pressure Cook. Place food into
steaming basket. Use min. 1qt liquid.
2
1
Remove Lid. Wash non-stick
cooking bowl.
1 Quart
MINIMUM
Pressure
Release
Valve
Pressure
Safety
Valve
Return dry clean silicone rubber gasket
securely back to gasket holder. Ensure
that the gasket is installed correctly.
If the silicone rubber gasket is not
installed correctly into the holder, the lid
will not seal properly. This may cause
the appliance to malfunction and leak
steam or hot liquid which can cause
burns or scalding.
WARNING

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Functions
PREPARING THE FAST SLOW
COOKER™ FOR USE
1. Before first use, remove all promotional
labels and packing materials.
2. Remove the lid by taking hold of the handle,
turning it counter clockwise and lifting the
lid up and off the appliance.
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2
3. Wash the removable cooking bowl, stainless
steel lid and silicone rubber gasket in hot,
soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly.
Wipe the inside and the outside of the
stainless steel base with a soft, damp cloth,
then dry thoroughly.
4. Attach the clean silicone rubber gasket
securely back into the gasket holder
as illustrated. Ensure that the gasket is
installed correctly and the wire ring is fully
sitting inside the groove of the silicone seal.
WARNING
If the silicone rubber gasket is not fitted
correctly into the holder, the lid will not seal
properly. This may cause the appliance to
malfunction and leak steam or hot liquid which
can cause burn or scalding.
5. Clean and dry the bottom of the removable
cooking bowl as well as the temperature
sensor, making sure there are no
unwanted materials on the surface.
The removable cooking bowl must sit
flat on the temperature sensor to ensure
proper contact.

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DO’S
 Always thaw frozen meat and poultry
before cooking.
 Use dry oven mitts when lifting the
removable bowl after cooking.
 Always store the appliance in a cool,
dry place.
DONT’S
 Do not operate any of settings without
removable cooking bowl in position.
 Do not cook with frozen meats or poultry.
 Do not remove stainless steel lid when
using the Slow Cook setting unnecessarily
as this will result in major heat loss.
 Do not place water or other liquids into the
stainless steel base of the appliance.
 Do not immerse base, cord or plug of the
appliance in water or any other liquid.
 Do not touch hot surfaces with bare hands.
 Do not fry in the appliance.
 To prevent aromas, moulds and odors, never
store the appliance closed with lid locked
in place. Follow the care and cleaning
guidelines on page 26. Pack and store
with lid resting upside down on removable
cooking bowl in a well ventilated area.

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Tips
PREPARING MEAT AND POULTRY
Select cuts of meat suitable for pressure
cooking by choosing cuts from the table below.
Pressure cooking allows less tender cuts of
meat to be cooked quickly and achieve a
tender juicy result.
Using meat cuts with bones produces a more
flavorsome and enriched result.
Suitable meat cuts for pressure cooking and slow cooking
Beef & Veal Lamb Pork Chicken
Chuck, skirt, round steak,
boneless shin(Gravy)
beef, bone-in-shin and
cheeks(Osso Bucco),
Diced leg, shoulder/
forequarter chops and
steaks, neck chops,
knuckle (Osso Bucco).
Shanks, drumsticks
(frenched shanks),
neck chops, boned out
forequarter or shoulder.
Diced leg, shoulder/
forequarter chops and
steaks, neck chops,
knuckle (Osso Bucco).
Chicken drumsticks
and thighs both bone
in and fillet.
PREPARING VEGETABLES
Vegetables should be cut into even-sized
pieces to ensure more even cooking.
When preparing vegetables for pressure
cooking, always use fresh and not frozen.
If only frozen vegetables are available, thaw out
before pressure cooking. Use LOW pressure
setting for minimum time.
For better results only peel vegetables when
appropriate. Hard vegetables such as beets
and potatoes hold their shape better when
left intact.
For best results, always trim away excess visible
fat, grizzle and skin. These will form extra
liquid as it melts and cooks.
For casserole type recipes, cut meat into even
cubes approximately 1–2 inches.

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PREPARING DRIED PULSES
(BEANS AND PEAS)
Legumes and pulses can be cooked without
prior soaking.
To reduce the pressure cooking time, soak
dried pulses in boiling water for 3 hours or
overnight.
Always wash and drain pulses before cooking.
Remove any discolored pulses.
For best cooking results, place pulses into the
appliance and cover with water or stock at least
2 inches above the level of pulses.
Onions, bay leaves and garlic can be added to
flavor the pulses.
Avoid adding salt prior to cooking, as this will
toughen the skins of the beans and peas and
prevent proper cooking.
Once pulses have cooked, drain away excess
liquid, rinse lightly and use in recipes.
IMPORTANT
Softer Pulses such as; mung beans, lima beans
and butter beans are best cooked using LOW
AND MEDIUM pressure.
When PRESSURE COOKING AND SLOW
COOKING the resulting juices and liquids
created by cooking may need to be evaporated
and concentrated. We suggest that the
SAUTE/SEAR function should be used for
approx 5–10 minutes depending on amount of
liquids required to be reduced.
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SAUTÉ
AND SEAR
SAUTEING AND SEARING
BEFORE PRESSURE COOKING
& SLOW COOKING
Sautéing and Searing in the Fast Slow Cooker
may take a little extra time and while not
strictly necessary, the rewards are evident in
the end result.
Saute and Sear setting keeps the heat stable, for
browning meat and caramelizing vegetables.
This seals in the moisture, tenderizes and
intensifies the flavor.
Hint and Tips
• Trim all visible fat from meat or poultry.
• If a recipe calls for browning meat, it may be
browned using SAUTÉ/SEAR setting.
• If after cooking the liquid quantity is
excessive, remove the lid and operate the
Fast Slow Cooker on SAUTÉ/SEAR setting
for approximately 10–15 minutes or until the
liquid reduces by the desired amount.
How to Sauté and Sear
1. Remove power cord, connect it to pressure
cooker base and insert power cord to
110/120 volt power outlet.
A single beep will sound and 0:0 will
be displayed on LED display.

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2. Click steam condensation collector
into place.
3. Always ensure the lid is removed
from the appliance before sautéing
or searing.
4. Press Function Button until SAUTÉ/SEAR
indicator light flashes red.
5. Press TIMER button to increase time from
02 minutes to maximum 99 minutes.
To fast advance time, press and hold TIMER
button until desired time is displayed.
6. When desired cooking time is displayed,
press START/CANCEL button.
SAUTÉ/SEAR indicator light will stop
flashing and will illuminate a solid red.
The count down timer will commence.
Allow the appliance to heat with the lid
off for approximately 2–3 minutes before
cooking.
7. Add a small amount of oil or butter to
removable cooking bowl.
8. Place food to be sautéd/seared into cooking
bowl. Depending on quantity of food, meat
searing should be done in small batches.
9. When finished sautéing or searing, select
PRESSURE COOK or SLOW COOK by
pressing FUNCTION button.
(Refer to pressure cook, slow cook and
Steaming sections on pages 17–25).

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IMPORTANT
• SAUTÉ/SEAR function will not work if lid
is sealed and locked in position. An audible
alarm will sound. “E3” error code will appear
on LED display to signal the need to unlock
or remove the lid.
• Stir food in removable cooking bowl, using
heat resistant spatula supplied.
• Do not use metal utensils because they will
scratch non stick coating on the removable
cooking bowl.
• Do not heat removable cooking bowl when
empty for more than 10 minutes as it may
damage the cooking surface.
• Caution should be used when searing meats
and sautéing in hot oil. Keep hands and
face away from the removable cooking bowl
especially when adding new ingredients as
hot oil may splatter.
A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO
PRESSURE COOKING
Pressure cookers are a great option for cooking
succulent roasts, flavorsome casseroles,
delicious soups and even desserts in a
fraction of the time and energy they take by
conventional methods.
Pressure Cooking is a method of cooking
food in a small amount of liquid with a gasket
sealed lid that retains steam inside and builds
pressure. It is the increase in pressure that
raises temperature of the liquid and steam
inside to well above boiling point and therefore
allows food to be cooked up to 70% faster.
This means less energy is consumed and you
will enjoy substantial savings in both time and
cost. Because pressure cooked foods require
very little cooking liquid, more vitamins,
minerals, and other nutrients are retained and
the natural flavors are enhanced.
How to Pressure Cook
1. Place removable cooking bowl into
stainless steel base.
2. Attach the clean silicone rubber gasket
securely back into the gasket holder using
the indicated graphic as a guide. Ensure
that the gasket is installed correctly.
NOTE
Fit silicone rubber sealing gasket into lid if not
already in place. If the silicone rubber gasket
is not installed correctly into the holder, the
lid will not seal properly. This may cause the
appliance to malfunction and leak steam or hot
liquid which can cause burns or scalding.

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3. Place food to be cooked and a minimum of
1 quart (4 cups) combined food and liquid
into removable cooking bowl.
MINIMUM OF 1qt
OF COMBINED
FOOD & LIQUID
4. Close and lock lid by using the handle.
Close lid in a clockwise direction by
aligning “ALIGN” arrows. The Lid arrow
should align with stainless steel base arrow
until it locks into place and is in the CLOSE
position. This should be effortless.
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1
5. Select one of the following settings using
the Pressure Control dial located on the
handle:
−Low (Low Pressure)
−Medium (Moderate Pressure)
−High (High Pressure)
NOTE
Refer to Pressure Cooking guide on pages
20–21.
6. Ensure the Pressure Release Valve is turned
to the PRESSURE position.
For correct PRESSURE position, align the
pressure release valve with the dash graphic
that goes across the pressure safety valve.
See diagram below.
Pressure
Release
Valve
Pressure
Safety
Valve
PRESSURE
POSITION
The illustration above shows the correct
Pressure Release Valve position.
You may need to adjust the Pressure Release
Valve until it is in the correct position.
Note: The arrows should be aligned.
7. Press the FUNCTION button until
PRESSURE COOK indicator light
flashes red.
8. To set the TIMER; press the TIMER button
to increase cooking time. This will be
illuminated on LED display from
02 minutes to maximum 99 minutes.
To fast advance time, press and hold down
the TIMER button. When desired cooking
time is displayed, press the
START/CANCEL button.
The function indicator light will stop
flashing and will illuminate a solid red.
Preheating will begin, control panel will
continue to display selected cooking
time. As selected pressure setting is
achieved, there will be a slight hissing of
steam from the Pressure Release Valve.
After approximately 10 minutes, or more
depending on the amount of liquid added
to cooking bowl, selected cooking time will
begin to count down in minutes and this is
shown on LED display.

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9. When LED displays “0” cooking has
finished. The appliance will sound
5 beeps.
10. To release pressure from Pressure Release
Valve, press the Steam Release Button until
initial bursts of steam have been released.
Then you may either continue to press
the Steam Release Button or rotate the
Pressure Release Valve until all steam has
been released and safety locking pin has
dropped.
11. When no more steam coming out. turn the
pressure release valve to the "steam release
position" where arrows are aligned to
OPEN arrow.
Side View
OPEN
Top View
The pressure release valve can get
extremely hot cooking. Extreme caution
must be used when moving the pressure
release valve.
12. Wait 1 minute after releasing pressure to
unlock and remove lid.
13. To open lid turn handle in a
counterclockwise direction until aligning
“ALIGN” arrows to the "OPEN" position.
This should be effortless.
14. Check food to see if it has been cooked
sufficiently. If not, replace lid and lock into
position following the previous steps.
IMPORTANT
• It can take from 30 seconds to 20 minutes
to bring food to pressure, depending on the
food and quantity being cooked. To speed
this time up use boiling, not cold liquid.
• Do not fill removable cooking bowl higher
than MAX line marking on the inside of the
cooking bowl.
• Do not exceed the mark line 8 on the inside
of the cooking bowl when pressure cooking
foods that expand; for example, dried beans,
grains and legumes.
• The minimum amount of combined food and
liquid to be added to removable cooking bowl
for Pressure Cook recipes cooking in under
10 minutes is 1 quart (4 cups). Anything less
might boil dry and the appliance will not
function. Additional liquid may need to be
added during cooking.
• Never operate appliance when it is empty.
Do not cook with less than 1 quart of
combined food and liquid.

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• Never use oil or milk as a cooking liquid such
as deep frying or making custards.
Only use hot/warm liquids particularly
after sautéing to avoid any damage to the
removable cooking bowl. Adding hot liquids
also reduces the time to reach pressure.
• Keep hands and face clear of Pressure
Release Valve when appliance is in Pressure
Cooking operation. Hot steam and water may
be emitted during use.
• When cooking under pressure, the appliance
lid can not be opened. Do not try to force the
lid open.
• After making soups and stocks, allow several
minutes before releasing pressure and
removing lid to make sure that hot liquid
inside will not boil over.
MEAT, POULTRY
& SEAFOOD
PRESSURE
SETTING
PRESSURE
COOK TIME
CONVENTIONAL
COOKING TIME
LAMB
Lamb Shanks 4 x 4.5–5" long
Lamb, 1" diced (2lbs)
HIGH
HIGH
30–35 minutes
10–12 minutes
2 hours
1½ –2 hours
BEEF/GAME
Rolled beef rib roast (2lbs)
Rabbit, pieces (2lbs)
HIGH/then LOW
HIGH
13–15 minutes
25–30 minutes
2 hours
1 ½ hours
PORK
Spare Ribs (2lbs)
HIGH 15 minutes 45 minutes
POULTRY
Chicken breast fillets (4 halves)
Chicken drumsticks (8)
Whole chicken (2lbs)
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
2–4 minutes
10–15 minutes
15–20 minutes
15–20 minutes
30–35 minutes
1 hour
FISH/SEAFOOD
Shrimp (2lbs)
Fish fillets (2lbs), cut into
1 inch cubes
LOW
LOW
2–3 minutes
2–3 minutes
5 minutes
6 minutes
NOTE
Time will vary with individual recipes and according to nature of certain foods and quantities.
If results are under cooked, close and lock lid, press FUNCTION button until PRESSURE COOK
indicator light flashes red. Set the timer accordingly and pressSTART/CANCEL button to rebuild
pressure and cook for required time.
NOTE
To avoid overcooking fish and seafood when using PRESSURE COOK function, it is generally a
good idea to release steam and remove lid to stop cooking immediately. Remove fish or seafood
and serve.
WARNING
Use caution when opening the lid. Steam
escapes as soon as the lid is opened. Never
place your face or hands over the appliance
when removing the lid. Always use oven mitts
when handling the hot removable cooking bowl.
PRESSURE COOKING GUIDE
Your favorite traditional recipes can be easily
adapted to PRESSURE COOK setting.
The following charts are a guide to Pressure
Cooking times as compared to conventional
cooking times.
If trying conventional recipes that are not
included in our recipe section, we recommend
you calculate that it will cook 70% faster than
conventional cooking time.