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Pressure Cooker
USE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL/ MODELE/MODELO: YLLAYL307/LA5, YLLAYL307/LA4
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Table of Contents
Important Safeguards...........................................................................................................................3
Learning About your Pressure Cooker....................................................................................................5
Before your First Use ...........................................................................................................................6
How to use your Pressure Cooker ........................................................................................................6
Suggested Cooking Guide ....................................................................................................................9
Getting the Most from your Pressure Cooker........................................................................................10
Care and Cleaning .............................................................................................................................12
Storage and Maintenance....................................................................................................................13
Need Help?........................................................................................................................................14
Warranty............................................................................................................................................14

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
• Read all instructions before use.
• Close supervision is necessary when any pressure cooker is used near children.
• Allow the pressure cooker to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning
• This pressure cooker is not intended for the use by people (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instructions concerning the use of the pressure cooker
by a person responsible for their safety.
• The use of attachments not recommended by the pressure cooker manufacturer may cause fire or
injuries.
• Do not use the pressure cooker on an outdoor LP gas burner or gas range over 12,000 BTU’s.
• Do not use this pressure cooker for anything other than its intended use.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• Do not place in a heated oven.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving a pressure cooker containing hot liquids.
• This pressure cooker cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in a scalding injury. Make
sure the unit is properly closed before operating.
• Do not fill the unit over two thirds full. When cooking foods that expand during cooking such as
rice or dried vegetables, do not fill the unit over one-third full. Over filling may cause a risk of
clogging the vent pipe and developing excess pressure.
• Be aware that certain foods, such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal or other
cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, or spaghetti can foam, froth, and sputter, and clog
the pressure release devices. These foods should not be cooked in a pressure cooker.
• Always make sure that the safety valve, safety lock pin and vent pipe are not blocked before use.
• Always make sure that the safety lock pin is in the open (pressure released) position before
attempting to open your pressure cooker.
• Do not open the pressure cooker until the unit has cooled and all internal pressure has been
released. If the handles are difficult to push apart, this indicates that the cooker is still pressurized
- do not force it open. Any pressure in the cooker can be hazardous.

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• Do not use this pressure cooker for pressure frying with oil.
• When the normal operating pressure is reached, turn the heat down so all the liquid, which creates
the steam, does not evaporate.
• Do not place anything on top of the pressure cooker when the lid is closed, when in use, and when
stored.
• Be extremely cautious of steam when opening the lid.
• Do not touch, cover or obstruct the safety valve, safety lock pin or pressure regulator on the top of
the pressure cooker as it extremely hot and may cause burns.
• Alcohol vapor is inflammable. Bring alcohol to the boil some two minutes before putting the lid on.
Watch over your pressure cooker when making alcohol based recipes.
• Never use your pressure cooker to store acid or salty foods prior to and after cooking for this may
damage your pressure cooker body.
• To ensure safe operation and satisfactory performance, replace the silicone gasket if it becomes
hard, deformed, cracked, worn, or pitted. It is recommended that the silicone gasket be
replaced at least every two years.
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LEARNING ABOUT YOUR PRESSURE COOKER
Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.
1. Safety Valve
2. Safety Lock Pin
3. Lid Handle
4. Cooking Pot Handle
5. Lid
6. Silicone Gasket
7. Cooking Pot
8. Pressure Regulator
9. Vent Pipe
10. Vent Pipe Cover
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BEFORE FIRST USE
• Remove all packing material and stickers from the product and save the instruction manual.
Caution: Tear up all plastic bags as they can pose a risk to children.
• Wash cooking pot and lid with warm sudsy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Apply a very light coating of cooking oil to the sealing ring and to the underside of the lugs on the
pressure cooker pot to help make the lid easier to open and close.
HOW TO USE YOUR PRESSURE COOKER
• Check recipe for specific cooking method and cooking time.
• Pour required amount of liquid into the pressure cooker, and then add food.
Caution: Never fill your pressure cooker more than two-thirds full. For food that expands during
cooking, like rice or dried vegetables or stewed fruit, never fill your pressure cooker more
than one-third full.
• Look through the vent pipe to make certain that it is clear before placing lid on pressure cooker
body.
• Place lid on pressure cooker and close securely.
1. Align the mark on the lid with the mark on the cooking pot handle.

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2.Push down and then rotate the lid handle clockwise until the lid handle lines up with
the cooking pot handle.
• Place the pressure regulator on the vent pipe.
Note: The pressure regulator will fit loosely on the vent pipe; it will not touch the top of the lid.
• Select a high heat setting on your stove.
• Heat the pressure cooker until the pressure regulator attains a gentle rocking motion.
• When pressure begins to build, the safety lock pin slides up locking the lid. Once the pressure
cooker has sealed, the cooking time begins.
Note: The safety lock pin may move up and down a few times when cooking first begins; as it
automatically exhausts air from the pressure cooker. Steam will be noticeable. This is normal.
• The safety lock pin will remain in the up position until pressure is released.
• Adjust the heat as necessary to maintain regulator in a slow rocking motion.
Note: Cook for the length of time indicated in the recipe.
Caution: Never leave your pressure cooker unattended at high heat settings. It could boil dry,
overheat, and cause damage to the pressure cooker.

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• When cooking time is complete, turn off the burner. If using an electric stove, remove pres
sure cooker from the burner.
Caution: Lift pressure cooker when removing it from the burner since sliding it can leave
scratches on stovetops.
• Release pressure according to the recipe, if the instructions say:
1. “Natural Release Method” (Slow Pressure Release Method): set the pressure
cooker aside to cool until pressure is completely reduced.
2.“Cool Water Release Method” (Fast Pressure Release Method): cool the pressure
cooker under a running water faucet or pour cold water over it, or place it in a pan of
cold water until pressure is completely reduced.
Note: Do not set hot pressure cooker in a molded sink as it could damage the sink.
Pressure is completely reduced when the safety lock pin has dropped. If the safety lock
pin remains in its raised position, there is still pressure inside the pressure cooker.
Continue to cool until the safety lock pin drops.
• After the pressure has been released, and the safety lock pin has dropped, carefully remove the
pressure regulator.
Note: Always remove the pressure regulator before opening the lid.
• Open the lid by grasping the cooking pot handles with both hands and turn the lid counterclock
wise. Align the mark on the lid with the mark on the cooking pot handles. Then lift the lid.
Caution: Lift the lid towards you to keep any steam away from you.
• If you cannot turn handles, there still may be some pressure inside the unit. Do not force the lid
off. Continue to cool the pressure cooker until the steam is no longer escaping
from the vent pipe, the safety lock pin has dropped, and the lid turns easily.

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SUGGESTED COOKING GUIDE
Cooking Timetable
Wild Rice 22 – 25 minutes
GRAINS Brown Rice 15 – 20 minutes
(1 CUP) Long Grain Rice 15 minutes
Basmati Rice 5 – 7 minutes
Black Beans 10 minutes
Red Beans 15 minutes
Pinto Beans 20 minutes
Kidney Beans 10 minutes
BEANS Chickpeas 20 minutes
Lentils (brown and green) 10 minutes
Navy Beans 5 minutes
Black-Eyed Peas 10 minutes
Chicken in Pieces (2 – 3 lbs) 10 minutes
Whole Chicken (2 – 3 lbs) 15 minutes
Lamb, Leg 40 minutes
MEAT Pork, Ham Pieces 35 minutes
CUT Beef / Veal, Roast or Brisket 40 minutes
Meatball 20 minutes
Cured Beef 60 minutes
Pork Roast 60 minutes
Pork Ribs 25 minutes

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GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR PRESSURE
COOKER
Dried Beans, other Legumes and Grains
Caution: Never fill the pressure cooker to more than one-third its capacity with beans and legumes, as
these foods tend to expand and froth during cooking.
• Clean out any foreign particles. Rinse them with warm water.
• Soak beans in four times their volume of warm water for at least four hours before cooking them.
Do not add salt to the water as this hardens the beans and prevents them from absorbing water.
Note: Do not soak dried split lentils.
• After soaking, remove floating beans and shells.
• Strain the water off the beans.
• Rinse them in warm water (this also applies to dried split lentils).
• Put the beans or legumes in the pressure cooker. Add three cups of water for each cup of beans
or legumes. Do not add salt; beans and legumes should be seasoned after cooking.
• Add a tablespoon of vegetable oil for each cup of water to eliminate the foam which they produce.
• To add more flavor, cook beans or lentils with some bay leaves, add a small peeled onion and two
cloves of garlic.
• Use the natural release method when the cooking period is over.
• Cooking times may vary depending on the quality of the beans or other legumes. If after the
recommended cooking time legumes are still hard, continue cooking them with the lid off. If
necessary, add water.
• A cup of beans or other legumes yields approximately two cups when cooked.
Fresh and Frozen Vegetables
• Wash all fresh vegetables thoroughly.
• Peel all root vegetables.
• If the approximate cooking time is more than 10 minutes you should use two cups of water.
• You should never fill the pressure cooker to more than two thirds of its capacity.
• When you cook frozen vegetables you must extend the total cooking time by 1 to 2 minutes.
• Use the cold water release method when the cooking period is over.

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Dried Fruit
• Put dried fruit in the pressure cooker with 1 cup of water or fruit juice for each cup of dried fruit.
• If you prefer, you can add seasoning or other flavoring.
• Use the cold water release method when the cooking period is over.
• If after the cooking period the fruit is still hard, let it simmer in the cooking pot with the lid re
moved until it is ready. Add water if necessary.
Seafood and Fish
• Clean and gut fish. Take out all the visible bones.
• Scrub and rinse shellfish in cold water. Soak clams and mussels in a container of cold water with
the juice of one lemon, for an hour, to remove sand from them.
• Cooking times can vary depending on the seafood which is cooked.
• If you prefer, add seasoning or flavoring to the cooking liquid.
• Never fill the pressure cooker to more than two thirds of its capacity.
• When you prepare concentrated stock or soup put all the ingredients in the pressure cooker and
adds water to half its capacity.
• Use the cold water release method when the cooking period is over.
Meat and Poultry
• Remove all the visible fat from the meat or poultry.
Note: Meat and poultry cut up into small pieces which cook more quickly.
• To achieve best results, brown the meat or poultry with 2 to 3 tablespoons of vegetable or olive
oil in the pressure cooker with the lid off and before adding the other ingredients. Do not overload
the pressure cooker. Brown meat in batches if necessary. Drain off the excess fat and begin as
indicated in the recipe.
• Always cook meat and poultry with at least 1/2 cupful of liquid. If the cooking time exceeds 15
minutes, use two cups of liquid. Meats with preservatives or salted meats should be covered by
the water.
• When you prepare a concentrated stock or soup, put all the ingredients in the pressure cooker and
add water to half its capacity.
• Exact cooking times vary depending on the quality and quantity of the meat which is cooked.
• Use the natural release method when the cooking period is over.

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CARE AND CLEANING
• Allow the pressure cooker to cool completely before cleaning.
• Always wash the pressure cooker after use with warm sudsy water using a nylon sponge. Rinse
and dry thoroughly.
• Never use bleach or chlorine products.
• All parts of your pressure cooker, including the silicone gasket and pressure regulator, are fully
immersible for easy cleaning.
• Clean the pressure cooker with warm sudsy water using a nylon sponge. Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
• Remove the silicone gasket and wash with hot, sudsy water after each use. After cleaning,
reinsert the silicone gasket.
• Remove the vent pipe cover and wash with hot, sudsy water after each use. After cleaning,
reinsert the vent pipe cover
• To be sure the vent pipe is clear, hold the cover up to the light and look through the vent pipe.
Clean it with a small brush or pipe cleaner if it is blocked or partially blocked.
• Clean the part of the safety valve located inside the lid by placing it under running water. Check
that it works properly by lightly pressing on the plunger which should move without difficulty.

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STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE
• Always allow the pressure cooker to completely cool before storing.
• Replace your silicone gasket every two years or if it shows any signs of splitting or damage.
• Always use an IMUSA genuine silicone gasket that matches your model of pressure cooker.
• Store your pressure cooker in a dry location, such as on a tabletop, countertop, or on a cupboard
shelf.
• Other than recommended cleaning, no further user maintenance should be necessary.
• Do not use any abrasive cleaners or metal pads to clean the pressure cooker will damage the
surface.
• Never spray or apply cleaner directly onto or into the pressure cooker.
• The pressure cooker is not dishwasher safe.

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NEED HELP?
For service, repairs, or any questions regarding your appliance, call the number on the last page of this
manual. Please DO NOT return the product to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail product
back to manufacturer. You may also want to consult the website listed on the last page of this manual.
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
What does it cover?
• Manufacturer defects in materials or workmanship (returns will only be accepted if due to a
manufacturer defect and will not be accepted after 1 year from date of purchase. Returns will only
be accepted with original receipt).
• Applies only to products purchased and used in the United States, Hawaii or Alaska.
How do you get service?
• Save your receipt as proof of date of purchase.
• Email customerser[email protected], or call 1-800-850-2501.
• If you need parts or accessories, please contact us via email or phone.
Warranty does NOT cover:
• Damage from commercial use.
• Damage from misuse, abuse, or neglect.
• Products that have been modified in any way.
• Other accessory items that are packed with the unit.
• Damage due to accidents or repairs.

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Table des matières
Consignes de sécurité importantes.....................................................................................................16
En apprendre davantage sur votre......................................................................................................18
Avant d’utiliser pour la première fois...................................................................................................19
Comment utiliser votre autocuiseur.....................................................................................................19
Guide de cuisson suggéré..................................................................................................................22
Comment tirer le meilleur parti de votre autocuiseur............................................................................23
Soin et nettoyage............................................................................................................................... 25
Stockage et maintenance....................................................................................................................26
Besoin d’aide .....................................................................................................................................27
Garantie..............................................................................................................................................27

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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
Lorsqu’un autocuiseur est utilisé, certaines mesures de sécurité doivent toujours être respectées, y
compris les suivantes :
Lisez toutes les instructions avant d’utiliser le produit.
• Chaque appareil utilisé à proximité des enfants nécessite la surveillance d’un adulte
• Attendre que l’autocuiseur refroidisse avant de l’installer, de retirer les pièces ou de le nettoyer
• Cet appareil n’est pas conçu pour être utilisé par des personnes (y compris des enfants) ayant
une capacité physique, mentale ou sensorielle limitée et un manque d’expérience ou de
connaissances les empêchant d’utiliser l’autocuiseur en toute sécurité sans surveillance
ni instruction
• L’utilisation d’accessoires non recommandés par le fabricant peut entraîner un risque d’incendie ou
de blessure.
• N’utilisez pas l’autocuiseur dans un brûleur de gaz propane extérieur ou que le gaz a une portée
supérieure à 12 000 BTU.
• Cet appareil ne doit être utilisé que pour l’usage prévu.
• Ne touchez pas les surfaces chaudes. Utiliser les poignées ou les boutons
• Ne pas placer dans un four chaud.
• Vous devez faire très attention lorsque vous déplacez un appareil contenant de l’huile chaude ou
d’autres liquides.
• Cet appareil cuit sous pression. Une utilisation incorrecte peut causer des brûlures. Assurez-vous
que l’appareil est correctement fermé avant de l’utiliser.
• Ne remplissez pas l’appareil à plus des deux tiers de sa capacité. Lorsque vous faites cuire des
aliments qui se développent pendant la cuisson, tels que le riz ou les légumes secs, ne remplissez
pas l’unité plus du tiers de sa capacité. Le remplissage excessif peut provoquer une obstruction du
tuyau de sortie de vapeur et générer une pression excessive.
• Attention certains aliments comme la compote de pommes, les canneberges, l’orge pelé, les
pois cases, les nouilles, les macaronis, la rhubarbe, ou les spaghettis peuvent mousser et
cracher, et obstruer les dispositifs de décompression. Ces aliments ne doivent pas être cuits
dans un autocuiseur.
• Assurez-vous toujours que les soupapes de fonctionnement et de sécurité ne sont pas bloquées
avant d’utiliser le pot.
• Assurez-vous toujours que la vanne de commande est en position ouverte (pression libérée) avant
d’essayer d’ouvrir l’autocuiseur.

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• Lorsque la pression de fonctionnement normale est atteinte, diminuez l’intensité de la source
de chaleur.
• Ne placez aucun objet sur le pot lorsque le couvercle est fermé, lorsqu’il est utilisé ou lorsqu’il est
stocké.
• Soyez extrêmement prudent avec de la vapeur lorsque vous ouvrez le couvercle.
• Ne touchez pas, ne recouvrez pas ou n’obstruez pas la soupape de sécurité ou le régulateur de
pression sur le dessus de l’autocuiseur car cela est extrêmement chaud et pourrait entrainer des
brulures.
• Les vapeurs d’alcool sont inflammables, laissez bouillir pendant au moins 2 minutes. Avant de
mettre le couvercle. Toujours surveiller le pot lors de la préparation de recettes à base d’alcool.
• N’utilisez jamais l’autocuiseur pour stocker des aliments acides ou salés avant et après la
cuisson, cela pourrait endommager votre autocuiseur.
• Il est recommandé de remplacer le joint au moins tous les deux ans.
GARDEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS
CET APPAREIL EST À USAGE DOMESTIQUE UNIQUEMENT

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EN SAVOIR PLUS SUR VOTRE AUTOCUISEUR
Le produit peut différer légèrement de celui illustré.
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1. Valve de sécurité
2. Témoin de verrouillage
3. Poignée du couvercle
4. Poignée du pot de cuisson
5. Couvercle
6. Joint en silicone
7. Pot
8. Régulateur de pression
9. Cheminée de ventilation
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AVANT D’UTILISER POUR LA PREMIÈRE FOIS
• Enlevez tout le matériel d’emballage et les autocollants attachés au produit et conservez le manuel
d’instructions.
Avertissement : Percez tous les sacs en plastique car ils peuvent présenter un risque pour les enfants.
• Laver l’autocuiseur et le couvercle avec de l’eau tiède et du savon. Puis rincez et séchez bien.
• Appliquez une très légère couche d’huile de cuisson sur le joint en silicone et sur le bord inférieur
de l’autocuiseur pour faciliter l’ouverture du couvercle.
COMMENT UTILISER VOTRE AUTOCUISEUR
• Vérifiez dans la recette la méthode de cuisson spécifique et le temps de cuisson nécessaire.
• Verser la quantité de liquide requise dans l’autocuiseur puis ajouter les aliments.
Remarque: Ne remplissez jamais l’autocuiseur plus de deux tiers de sa capacité. Pour les aliments qui
se dilatent pendant la cuisson, tels que le riz, les légumes secs ou la compote de fruits, ils ne remplis-
sent jamais plus de la capacité de l’autocuiseur.
Regardez à travers le tube de ventilation pour vous assurer qu’il est propre avant de mettre le couvercle
sur le pot.
•Placez le couvercle sur l’autocuiseur et fermez- le solidement.
1. Aligner la marque sur le couvercle avec la marque qui se trouve sur la poignée du pot.

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2. Enfoncez et tournez le couvercle vers la droite jusqu’à ce que la poignée du couvercle soit alignée
sur la poignée du pot.
• Placer le régulateur de pression dans le cheminée de ventilation.
Remarque: le régulateur de pression se loge librement sur la cheminée de ventilation, il ne touche pas le
haut du couvercle
• Sélectionner une température de cuisson élevée sur votre plaque de cuisson.
• Réchauffer le récipient à pression jusqu’à ce que le régulateur de pression se déplace en douceur.
• Lorsque la pression commence à augmenter, la sortie d’air de sécurité est bloquée. Il commence
le temps de cuisson.
Remarque: vous remarquerez de la vapeur sortant de la sortie d’air de sécurité. C’est normal
• La sortie d’air de sécurité reste bloquée jusqu’à ce que la pression soit relâchée.
• Ajuster la température de cuisson afin de maintenir un mouvement lent du régulateur de pression.
Remarque: Cuisiner selon la période indiquée dans la recette.
Avertissement: Ne laissez jamais le pot de pression sans surveillance il pourrait bouillir a vide, sur-
chauffer et endommager l’autocuiseur.
• Lorsque le temps de cuisson est terminé éteignez la table de cuisson. Si vous utilisez un réchaud
électrique, retirez l’autocuiseur du brûleur.
Avertissement: Soulevez l’autocuiseur lorsque vous le retirez du brûleur pour éviter de laisser des
traces sur la table de cuisson
• Réduire la pression selon la recette, si la procédure indique :
1. « Méthode de libération de pression naturelle. » (méthode pour réduire la pression gra
duellement) : Placez l’autocuiseur hors du brûleur et laissez-le refroidir jusqu’à ce
que la pression soit complétement réduite.