Celar 1 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
PRESSURE COOKER
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Description of the product page 1
page 2
page 3
page 4
page 6
page 7
page 8
page 9
page 11
page 13
page 14
page 15
Accessories
Warranty
INDEX
- Before rst use
Safety instructions
Use instructions
- Before each use
- During use
- At the end of each use
Maintenance and cleaning
Possible problems
Average cooking times for several foods
Declaration of conformity

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02
03
04
05
06
09
10
11
07
08
12 13
14
X
Locking screw
Steam vent
Bar
Pressure regulator
(upper part)
Lid
Central axis
Safety valve
Sealing ring
Basket
Brackets
Handles
Locking screws
Body
Pressure regulator
(lower part)
Stainless steel
Bakelite
Stainless steel
Brass + Bakelite
Brass
Stainless steel + Nylon + Brass
Brass
Rubber for food contact
Aluminium
Aluminium
Bakelite
Stainless steel
Aluminium
Aluminium
ALUMINIUM PAN
DESIGNATION
MATERIALS
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
NR.
PARTS
NOTES: Maximum power on heat source - 3kW • Regulating pressure – 50kPa – Tolerance (±10)
AVAILABLE CAPACITIES: Ref. 140 – 4,5L / 6L / 8L • Ref. 142 – 8L / 10L / 12L
BOILING TEMPERATURES: 111 / 113ºC
(*) Basket (10): Except stainless steel pressure cookers
DIAMETERS:
(X) ALUMINIUM PAN: A) 170mm (Ref. 140) - B) 185mm (Ref. 142)
(X) STAINLESS STEEL PAN: A) 180mm (Ref. 150.04 / 150.06) - B) 197mm (Ref. 150.08 / 150.10)
Stainless steel
Bakelite
Stainless steel
Brass + Bakelite
Brass
Stainless steel + Nylon + Brass
Brass
Rubber for food contact
*
Stainless steel
Bakelite
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
STAINLESS STEEL PAN
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CELAR pressure cookers are warranted for 5 years against manufacturing defects for normal use. This warranty does
not cover damages caused by misuse or accidents, or normal wear and tear of the sealing ring, which shall usually
last for 1 year.
You can claim your warranty against a defective part and the sales receipt.
Important: Never leave an empty pressure cooker over a heat source. In order to save energy, do not use the
maximum power of the heat source after the pressure regulator (upper part) starts to spin.
Before using your CELAR cooker, read carefully the instructions for
use and practical advice.
Then, you will improve your CELAR cooker performance and save
a lot of energy.
warranty
Stick here the label located on the lid
– Except Stainless Steel Cookers

The following accessories of your CELAR aluminium pressure cooker are for sale at some Super and/or Hyper
Markets (see figure), or upon request to manufacturer:
For the accessories of your CELAR stainless steel pressure cooker, mainly the sealing ring and handles, yout must
contact the manufacturer:
Alumínios Cesar, S. A. Apartado 2018 • 370-906 Cesar • Portugal
T. [phone] • F. [phone] • [email protected] • www.celar.pt
PART Nr.
1 and 2
4
9
12 and 13
7
DESCRIPTION
Central axis (central screw +
bushing + o-ring + nylon o-ring +
female washer M10)
Locking screw and steam vent
Pressure regulator (upper part)
Sealing ring
Handles and screws
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a) Read all the instructions.
b) Children should not be near when a pressure cooker is being used.
c) Never put a pressure cooker into a heat oven.
d) Handle the pressure cooker with maximum care. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the bakelite handles. Wear gloves.
e) Do not use your pressure cooker for any purpose other than cooking food.
f) This is a pressure cooker. Incorrect use may lead to burns. Make sure that the cooker is properly closed before
heating it up. Read the Instructions for Use.
g) Never force the opening of a pressure cooker. Do not open it before making sure steam has been fully let off.
See Instructions for Use.
h) Never use your pressure cooker without putting water in it, otherwise you will seriously damage it.
safety instructions
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i) Do not fill the pressure cooker in more than 2/3 (*) of its height. For foods that dilate during cooking, such as
rice, dehydrated vegetables and jams, do not fill the cooker in more than 1/3.
j) Use heating source(s) according to the Instructions for Use.
k) After cooking meat with a superficial skin (e.g. beef tongue), that is in danger of swelling under pressure, do not
chop the meat while the skin appears swollen; you may get burned.
l) In the case of pasty foods (e.g. jams), the pressure cooker should be slightly shaken before opening the lid, so
that these foods do not splash out.
m) Check if the valves are not obstructed before each use. See Instructions for Use.
n) Never use a pressure cooker to fry food.
o) Never intervene with safety systems beyond the maintenance recommendations mentioned in the Maintenance
and Cleaning part.
p) Only use CELAR cookers in accordance with the corresponding model.
q) Keep this instruction manual and receipt for 5 years.
(*) Pressure cooker working capacity
safety instructions
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instructions for use
1) Screw the handles into the brackets 11 . Make sure the handles are securely fastened.
2) According to the material of CELAR pressure cooker, follow these indications and it will
be ready for use:
Aluminium - put a mixture of water and milk to the limit of 2/3 of its height (1 part
water to 2 parts milk), put the lid and bring it to boil, until it is poured through the
pressure regulator (upper part). This procedure is intended to prevent the inside of
the pan from becoming dark. Let steam off (see points 10 and 11) and wash
immediately with warm water and washing liquid.
Stainless steel – wash it with water and washing liquid. Dry with a soft cloth.
Non-stick coated – wash it with hot water and little washing liquid. Dry it and rub a
bit of vegetable oil. Remove excess oil with a soft cloth.
a)
b)
c)
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
3) To use the CELAR pressure cooker place the food, ingredients and water. Never fill the
pan more than 2/3 (*) of its height and in some cases (foaming foods - such as dried peas,
grains, pasta, rice, etc.) do not exceed 1/3 of the height. If this is not done, the water may
flow through the pressure regulator (upper part).
(*) Pressure cooker working capacity 06

instructions for use
BEFORE EACH USE
(1)
(+1/ 2)
To close the pan, place the lid by sliding it over the edge of the pan, with the ends
of the lid crossbar, toward the holders. After sensing the flap attachment on the
edge, turn the catch knob to the right until the flap is secured to the brackets.
After this stop, in order to obtain a good seal, you must make at least one and
a half rotation.
6)
Check if the pressure regulator (consisting by the upper and lower part, which
purpose is to keep the pressure inside the pan) is not obstructed, by looking
through the lower part before removing the pressure regulator (upper part).
Remove any food remains and check if the black part of the pressure regulator is
properly tightened. If not, tighten it. Check if the sealing ring is fitted properly
(page 11.1.1 point I).
Check if the safety valve is in good condition by pressing the bolt on the inside of
the lid. A small pressure should be enough to make it move. Remove any remains
from food that accumulates at the base of the valve. This valve only actuates in
case the pressure regulator does not function correctly. If for any reason the
safety valve dismantles, contact the manufacturer - Alumínios Cesar, S.A.
4)
5)
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Set the pressure regulator (upper part) in the sealing position by pressing it slightly
vertically and downwards, which allows to keep the pressure regulator (upper part) in
the lid.
Place the pressure cooker on a heat source (gas, electric stove, ceramic hob or
induction). If, during operation, steam escapes between the pan and the lid, remove the
pan from the heat source, fully reduce the pressure by lifting the pressure regulator
(upper part) to the discharge position (without removing it from the pivot), check that
the pan is tightly closed and tighten the lid's locking mechanism. In order to seal it, it
must not exceed a complete rotation of the locking knob in addition to the initial one
(point 6).
This situation may occur if the sealing ring is not fitted properly.
Repeat the instructions in (point 7).
instructions for use
WHILE USING IT
7)
8)
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When the steam starts to come out the pressure regulator (upper part), making it spin or
oscillate, the necessary pressure is reached.
From this moment that you must count the indicated cooking time (see page 14.1.1). You
should reduce the heat to minimum or reduce the electrical power. Even if the pressure
regulator (upper part) stops spinning continuously, the internal pressure of the pan will be
sufficient for cooking.
After the cooking time has elapsed, remove the pan from the heat source and pull the
pressure regulator (upper part) up, without removing it from the pivot. Wait for all steam
to come out. Do not try to open before this happens, as you may get burned. If you are in
a hurry or want to avoid the steam jet, cool the pan with cold water.
When there is no steam coming out, check if there is no pressure inside by removing the
pressure regulator (upper part). Only then can you remove the lid by turning the locking
device to the left.
instuctions for use
AT THE END OF USE
9)
10)
11)
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Once the cooking is finished and the heat source is turned off, open the pressure cooker, don't forget to let steam off, pulling
the pressure regulator (upper part) up.To handle the pressure cooker, hold its bakelite handles.
You may not be able to open the pressure cooker after it is cold. Turn on the heat source again until the pressure regulator
(upper part) starts to spin. Then, repeat (points 10 and 11).
It is normal that some steam is let off the safety valve. But if the steam comes out violently, you shall proceed as if the cooking
time had ended (points 10 and 11).
Check if the pressure regulator hole - lower part, is obstructed with some food remains (page 12.1.1, point II, item b).
Restart the process from (point 6).
Follow these instructions. Incorrect use may lead to physical and/or material damages.
instuctions for use
12)
13)
14)
15)
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maintenance and cleaning
Sealing rings:
a) Normal use:
If used normally, the sealing ring lasts for one year, if you always wash and only with hot water and a brush, even
without removing it from the lid.
In case of stainless steel pressure cookers, pay special attention to the inner part, washing and drying it properly.
The sealing ring must be replaced, when it no longer fits the lid or its sealing properties are faulty.
b) Replacement:
ALUMINUM PRESSURE COOKERS
Soak the sealing ring in cold or warm water for some minutes.
Place it on the lid. Stretch it with your thumbs around the lid.
STAINLESS STEEL PRESSURE COOKERS
Place the sealing ring on the lid, adjusting the thicker edges on the lid. Stretch it with your thumbs around the lid.
NOTE: In both cases, in order for the sealing ring to be well placed, press it with the handle of a wooden spoon, for
example. Finally, in order for it to be perfectly fitted, place the lid on the pressure cooker body and screw the steam
vent until the sealing ring is fitted.
NEVER USE SHARP OBJECTS. THEY MAY DAMAGE THE SEALING RINGS.
I)
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maintenance and cleaning
After using the cooker:
a) Wash it with water and washing liquid. Dry it so that there are no washing liquid residues. Washing liquids have
been designed to ensure a quick cleaning action through their high corrosive power, being slightly aggressive.
NOTE: If you wash aluminum pressure cookers (non-stick coated or not), in the dishwasher, they can get
stained/dark, due to the quality of the water or washing liquid. That will not alter their technical features, nor their
efficiency. In case of non-stick coated cookers, you should rub oil on the inside.
b) Clean the lower part of the pressure regulator with a wire and a strong water jet to fully clear it.
c) Clean the safety valve base on the inside of the lid. Check if it is working properly. By pressing it, it should move
easily.
d) If you are not using the cooker, place the lid upside down in order to let fresh air in.
Il)
Recommendations for no-stick coated pressure cookers:
Cook in simmer, in order to preserve the product qualities.
Never heat an empty cooker.
Never use metal objects.
Never use brillo pads nor abrasive substances.
IMPORTANT:
Your pressure cooker is a device to cook and not a container to store food, before or after being seasoned.
Therefore, avoid keeping them inside your pressure cooker when you are not cooking anything, because some of the
spices used may alter its aspect, without however, altering its functions.
IlI)
IV)
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EVENT CAUSE SOLUTION
Steam escaping
between the lid and the
pressure cooker body
Steam escaping through
the safety valve
Pressure regulator
does not work properly
Pressure cooker cannot
be opened
Vacuum
Damaged thread of the central
axis, overly tightened
Page 10.1.1, point 13
Contact point of sale or company, for
repair
Obstruction
Page 7.1.1, point 4
Loosened washer
Pressure regulator
blocked
Proceed as if cooking time has ended
(page 9.1.1, points 10 and 11)
Insufficiently tightened Page 7.1.1, point 6
Warped and/or punctured body
or lid
Contact point of sale or company, for
repair
Sealing ring needs replacement I) maintenance & cleaning (page 11.1.1)
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average cooking times for several foods
(from the moment the pressure regulator starts to spin)
VEGETABLES
Pumpkin 2 /4 min.
Rice 8 / 10 min.
Potatoes 5 / 7 min.
Beetroot (sliced) 3 / 4 min.
Carrot (sliced) 8 / 10 min.
Kale (chopped) 3 / 4 min.
Cauliflower 3 / 4 min.
Green peas 3 / 4 min.
Spinach 3 / 4 min.
Beans (soaked in water) 15 /25 min.
Green beans 4 / 5 min.
Grains (soaked in water) 20 / 30 min.
Rapini 2 / 3 min.
Pasta 6 / 8 min.
Tumips (sliced) 4 / 6 min.
Cabbage 3 / 6 min.
OTHERS
Chicken
In general 20 / 30 min.
Fish
In general 8 / 10 min.
Codfish 5 / min.
Squid 10 / 15 min.
Meat
In general 20 / 30 min.
Lamb 15 / 20 min.
Ribs 9 / 11 min.
Beef 20 / 25 min.
Veal 15 / 20 min.
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We declare that CELAR pressure cookers comply with the provisions of Directive 2014/68/EU and applicable
standardization, in particular EN 12778. As well as with Regulation EC 1935/2004, ensuring that all food compatibility
requirements are met.
Manufacturer:
Alumínios Cesar, S.A. - Zona Industrial - Ap. 2018 - 3701-906 CESAR - PORTUGAL
04-2018
Notified Organisations:
CATIM – Centro de Apoio Tecnológico à Industria Metalomecânica n.º 0464
Rua dos Plátanos, 197 Porto - Portugal
Compliance Assessment:
Module B "EC Exam”
Module E "Quality Assurance of the products"
BRAND MATERIAL CAPACITY (litres) Nr. CERTIF.
EC Exam
Aluminium and aluminium
with stainless steel disc embedded 3,5 / 4,5 / 5,5 / 6 / 7,5 / 8 / 10 / 12 464 BO 3 Ren1 EXT1
464 CQ 12 / 464 CQ 134,5 - 6 / 8- 10Stainless steel
Signature
Pedro Cordeiro e Cunha (Admin.)
STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE
SGS ICS, Serviços Internacionais de Certificação, Lda.
Pólo Tecnológico de Lisboa, Lote 6, piso 0 e 1, Lisboa - Portugal
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MADE IN PORTUGAL
• POST SALES ASSISTANCE •
ALUMÍNIOS CESAR, S.A. Apartado 2018 • 3701-906 Cesar - Portugal
T. [phone] • F. [phone]
[email protected] • www.celar.pt