Cosori C1156-PC User manual

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Thank you for purchasing the Electric Pressure Cooker by Cosori.
Prepare fresh meals with minimal operation or effort.
Should you have any questions or concerns while using your new
pressure cooker, feel free to reach out to our helpful customer support
team at 888.402.1684 or by email at [email protected]. We hope
you enjoy your new appliance!

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information
Product Diagram
Pressure Cooker
Control Interface
Button Controls
Digital Display
Operation
Preparing to Cook
Glass Lid
Manual Cooking Mode
Preset Cooking Mode
Delay Timer
Keep Warm
Safely Removing the Lid
Auto-Off Safeguard
Specifications
Mode Durations
Cleaning & Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Customer Support
Warranty Information
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety Use & Care
•This product is for household use only. Do not use outdoors.
•DO NOT use the pressure cooker for other than the intended use.
•To disconnect, turn any control to "off", then remove plug from wall outlet
•DO NOT place the pressure cooker on or near hot gasses, electric burners or a heated oven.
•DO NOT operate the pressure cooker near water or fire or leave under direct sunlight.
•Keep out of reach of children. Keep close supervision when using near children.
•DO NOT operate the pressure cooker on an unstable table surface. Never operate the pressure cooker
on or near flammable materials such as newspaper or paper plates.
•DO NOT operate near walls, furniture, plants, or areas exposed to oil splatter.
•Keep the pressure cooker away from potential electrical shock. Do not immerse any electrical component
in water or other liquids.
•Make sure the lid is properly fastened before each use. Do not operate the pressure cooker if the lid
appears to be cracked, broken or bent.
•DO NOT operate the pressure cooker if the cord or plug appear to be damaged. Do not operate the
pressure cooker if the device malfunctions during normal operation. Return appliance to the nearest
authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
•DO NOT attempt to replace any parts on the pressure cooker as it may cause shock, fire or serious injury.
•DO NOT let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
•To reduce the risk of electrical shock, cook only in the provided inner pot. Do not attempt to replace the
container or substitute it with another container.
•Always check the pressure anti-block shield, lid lock, and heating plate for any damage or clogging before
each use.
•Be aware that certain foods such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split
peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, spaghetti, and froth may clog the anti-block shield. When cooking these
foods, make sure to only fill the pressure cooker’s inner pot with no more than 3 liters of contents (do not
completely fill).
•Keep all parts of the pressure cooker clean after each use in order to prolong and maintain the
appliance’s service life.
•DO NOT fill the unit over 2
/3full. When cooking foods that expand during cooking such as rice or dried
vegetables, do not fill the unit over ½ full. Overfilling may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe and
developing excess pressure.
•This device cooks with high pressures. Improper use may result in serious burning or scalding.
•DO NOT use the pressure cooker to deep fry or pressure fry foods with oil. Doing so may cause a fire
and/or serious injury.
•DO NOT move the pressure cooker or remove the lid while in operation.
•Use extreme caution when moving the pressure cooker when containing hot liquid or contents.
•DO NOT place your hands or face over the anti-block shield while the pressure cooker is in operation.
Please read, understand, and comply with all of the instructions provided in this manual before using the device.
Failure to comply with the instructions given in this manual and/or using the device in ways other than the ones
mentioned in this manual may result in serious injury and/or damage to the product.

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DO NOT use any
other lid.
When moving, hold
the pressure cooker
by the handles.
DO NOT touch the
lid or stainless steel
surface while heating
or cooking.
Keep out of reach of
infants and
young children.
•After cooking, use extreme caution when removing the lid. Always open the lid away from you to avoid
skin contact with any heat or steam.
•When opening the lid after cooking, do not directly touch the inner pot with your hand(s). Doing so may
cause harmful burning or scalding.
•DO NOT open the cooker’s lid until the cooker has completely cooled and all the internal pressure has
been released. If the handles are too difficult to push apart, an indication light will turn on, indicating that
the cooker still contains pressure. Please wait for the light to turn off to open the device.
•DO NOT use the pressure cooker to store food or oil.
•DO NOT use abrasive detergents or scouring pads to remove burnt food. Soak the inner pot in warm,
soapy water, then remove excess food with a regular sponge.
•DO NOT touch the pressure cooker’s stainless steel surface while it’s cooking or heating.
•Operate only with a standard 120V US socket.
•DO NOT place foreign objects (such as any type of metal or plastic) in the pressure cooker. The pressure
cooker is intended only for food.
•DO NOT attempt to repair or modify the internal components or pieces in any way. Doing so may void
your warranty.
•DO NOT immerse or sprinkle with water or other liquids.
•DO NOT attempt to unplug the pressure cooker with wet hands. Do not unplug by forcefully pulling on
the cable.
•DO NOT exceed the max food level when filling the inner pot.
•Always unplug the cooker from the outlet when not in use, before removing parts, or cleaning. Allow it to
cool off before removing parts or cleaning.
•The use of accessory attachments is not recommended, as this may cause injuries.
•A short power supply cord is provided to reduce injuries resulting from entanglement and tripping. An
extension cord may be used if proper care is exercised. If an extension cord is used, the electrical rating
of the cord must be at least 20 A and 120 V. The extension cord must be arranged so that it will not drape
over the edge of a table or counter where it can be pulled by children or accidentally tripped over.
•DO NOT attempt to modify the fitted plug in any way.
•This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the
plug in any way.

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Pressure Cooker Inside of Cooker Inside of Lid
1. Lid
2. Lid position mark
3. Lid handle
4. Exhaust valve
5. Float valve
6. Sealing ring
7. Anti-block shield
8. Water collector
9. Heat plate
10. Outer pot
11. Inner pot
12. Measurement marks
13. Pressure cooker housing
14. Control panel
15. Cooker handles
16. Base
17. Power cord
PRODUCT DIAGRAM
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Control Panel
1. Digital display
2. Delay timer button
3. Pressure level selection
4. Keep warm/cancel
5. Cooking timer button
6. Decrease value ‘-’
7. Manual setup
8. Menu
9. Increase value ‘+’
10. Preset modes
11. Pressure level indication
12. Preset mode on
13. Cooking timer on
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Button Controls
Button Function Operation
Set cooking delay time. Manual Cooking Mode
While in manual cooking mode, press ‘Delay Timer’
to set the delay time by increments of 10 minutes
before cooking using the ‘-’ and ‘+’ buttons.
Preset Cooking Mode
After selecting a preset mode, press ‘Delay Timer’
to set the delay time by increments of 10 minutes
before cooking using the ‘-’ and ‘+’ buttons.
Keep food contents
warm (140°F - 176°F /
60°C-80°C); Off/Cancel.
With the pressure cooker’s lid securely locked in
place, press the ‘Keep Warm’ button to keep the
food contents warm at 140°F - 176°F (60°C - 80°C).
This button also cancels a cooking setting or cycle
at any time.
Manual cooking mode. While on standby mode, press ‘Manual Setting’ to
enter manual cooking mode and adjust pressure
level, cooking and delay time.
Adjust pressure level
(Low, Medium, High).
While in manual setting mode, press the ‘Pressure
Level’ button repeatedly to adjust the cooking
pressure level between high, medium and low.
Set manual cooking time. While in manual cooking mode, press ‘Cooking
Timer’ to set the pressure cooking time by minutes,
using the ‘-’ and ‘+’ buttons. (Default time is 30
mins; adjustment range is 1~60mins)
Preset cooking mode. Press the ‘Menu’ button to enter preset cooking
mode, then use the ‘-’ and ‘+’ buttons to select the
desired preset mode.
Increase value. Use the ‘+’ button while selecting a preset mode or
setting delay time or cooking time to increase the
value.
Decrease value. Use the ‘-’ button while selecting a preset mode or
setting delay time or cooking time to decrease the
value.

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Digital Display
Display Message
- - - - Pressure cooker is on standby.
OH Pressure cooker on ‘Keep Warm’ mode.
Pressure cooker heating for cooking cycle in ‘Manual’ mode.
2:00 Pressure cooker on ‘Delay Timer’ mode.
Countdown time after entering pressure status.
P01 - P15 Pressure cooker is in ‘Menu’ mode (adjustment range is P01~P15).
30 Pressure cooker cooking time in ‘Manual’ mode.