CHEF IQ SMART COOKER User manual

USER GUIDE
SMART COOKER™
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pressure Cook
Sear/Sauté
Steam
Slow Cook
Ferment
Keep Warm
Sanitize

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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to ! This guide contains detailed instructions for using your Smart
Cooker™ including helpful cooking tips, important safety and warranty information,
and much more.
Read through this guide to discover all that your Smart Cooker™ can do. And while we
know you’re excited to get cooking, please read through all safety information as well.
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION

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1. COOKING POT
2. CONTROL PANEL
3. DIAL
4. FLOATING VALVE
Your Smart Cooker™ must be used with a 6-quart pot insert. The
nonstick one that comes with it includes handy measurements
inscribed inside. Use nonstick-safe utensils when cooking and
non-abrasive cleaners when cleaning to protect nonstick coating
from damage.
Look here for cooking functions, on-unit screen instructions,
scale, and more.
Use the dial to navigate the on-unit screen of the Smart Cooker™.
Turn the dial right or left to move the cursor on the screen and
press the dial to make selections.
The red floating valve indicates whether the Smart Cooker™ is
pressurized or not. As the Smart Cooker™ becomes pressurized,
the valve will rise, sealing steam inside the pot. When the valve is
raised, the Smart Cooker™ lid will lock and will only unlock after
pressure is released. When the machine is o or another cooking
method is being used, the valve remains flush with the lid.
DISCOVER.
CREATE.
PLATE.
5. PRESSURE REGULATOR KNOB
6. POWER CORD
7. LID
Pressure (hot steam) is regulated and released via vents in the pressure
regulator knob. When cooking with pressure, turn the knob to the
“Sealed” position and keep face and hands away from the knob. For
non-pressure functions like steam and slow cook, turn the pressure
regulator knob to the “Venting” position before cooking.
NOTE: THE KNOB IS REMOVABLE; BE CAREFUL WHEN HANDLING THE
LID AS IT CAN COME OFF.
WARNING: STEAM IS RELEASED FROM THE PRESSURE REGULATOR
KNOB. DO NOT PUT HANDS, FACE, OR OTHER BODY PARTS OVER OR
NEAR THE PRESSURE REGULATOR KNOB. STEAM IS HOT AND MAY
CAUSE BURNS.
The power cord is detachable. Plug the power cord into the Smart
Cooker™ before plugging it into an outlet. When not in use, unplug
the power cord from the outlet to protect against external power
surges or other power fluctuations.
It’s essential that the lid be in place for certain cooking functions,
most especially pressure cooking. To secure the lid, position the
regulator knob over the condensation cup area at the back of the
Smart Cooker™. Turn the handle clockwise until lid is secure.
When properly aligned, the two wings on the lid will align with
the two handles on the Smart Cooker™ unit and the arrow on
the lid will align with the lock icon on the unit. When pressure
cooking, the lid will lock once pressure is reached and will only
unlock after pressure is released.
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8. HANDLE
The large single handle on top of the lid makes the lid easy to
maneuver. To close the lid, turn the handle clockwise. When
the Smart Cooker™ is pressurized, the lid will be locked. Once
pressure is released, turn the handle counterclockwise to open.
9. CONDENSATION CUP
10. GASKET
Also called a sealing ring, the flexible, silicone gasket fits into the
underside of the Smart Cooker™ lid, keeping the steam inside in
order to build pressure.
The removable condensation cup collects liquids that collect in
the grooved rim (the condensation ring) of the Smart Cooker™
and should be cleaned between uses.
Steam Basket
Steam Rack
Use the steam basket, paired with the steam rack, to steam small pieces
of food, such as chopped vegetables and shellfish. Insert the steam rack
into the cooking pot with its handle folded, then place the steam basket
on the rack.
The steam rack is essential for steaming foods above liquid. Insert the
steam rack into the cooking pot with its handles up to create a platform
for large pieces of food like fish, chicken, and whole vegetables. It can also
be used, with the handles facing down, as a platform for the steam basket.
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