Kambrook KPR620 User manual

Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise, the product you
purchase may differ slightly from the illustration in this book. Issue A14
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KPR620INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

Important
Please retain your instruction
book for future use.
In the event that you need some assistance with your
Kambrook appliance, please contact our Customer Service
Department on 1300 139 798 (Australia) or 0800 273 845
(New Zealand). Alternatively, visit us on our website at
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Contents
Kambrook Recommends p4
Safety First
Your Kambrook Pressure Express p7
Using Your Kambrook p11
Pressure Express
Trouble Shooting Guide p25
Care, Cleaning and Storage p26
The Do’s & Don’ts p29
of Pressure Cooking
Recipes p30

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Kambrook Recommends Safety First
IMPORTANT: Please retain your
instruction book for future use.
At Kambrook, we believe that safe performance is the first priority in any
consumer product, so that you, our valued customer can confidently
use and trust our products. We ask that any electrical appliance that
you use be operated in a sensible fashion with due care and attention
placed on the following important operating instructions.
Important Safeguards For Your Kambrook
Pressure Express Pressure Cooker
• Carefully read all instructions before operating
the Pressure Cooker for the first time and save
for future reference.
• Remove and safely discard any packaging
material and promotional labels before using
the Pressure Cooker for the first time.
• To eliminate a choking hazard for young
children, remove and safely discard the
protective cover fitted to the power plug of
this Pressure Cooker.
• Do not place the Pressure Cooker near the
edge of a bench or table during operation.
Ensure that the surface is level, clean and free
of water and other substances.
• Position the Pressure Cooker so that the steam
vent/pressure relief valve is directed away
from yourself. Lift and remove the lid carefully
to avoid scalding from escaping steam.
• Do not operate the Pressure Cooker on a sink
drain board.
• Always ensure the Pressure Cooker is properly
assembled before use. Follow the instructions
provided in this book.
• Always operate the Pressure Cooker on a
stable and heat resistant surface.
• Do not leave the Pressure Cooker unattended
when in use.
• This Pressure Cooker cooks under pressure.
Improper use may result in injury.
• When using this Pressure Cooker, ensure the lid
is properly assembled and locked into position
before use.
• Use the removable cooking bowl supplied with
the Pressure Cooker only. Do not use any other
bowl inside the Pressure Cooker housing.
• Do not use a damaged or dented removable
cooking bowl. If damaged or dented, replace
bowl before using.
• Ensure the removable cooking bowl is
correctly positioned in the Pressure Cooker
base before you commence cooking.
• Never plug in or switch on the Pressure Cooker
without having the removable cooking bowl
placed inside the Pressure Cooker housing.
• Do not place food or liquid in the Pressure
Cooker housing. Only the removable cooking
bowl is designed to contain food or liquid.
• Never operate the Pressure Cooker without
food and liquid in the removable cooking
bowl. Ensure that the level of food and
liquid inside the removable cooking bowl
is not below ‘2’ level mark before cooking
commences. Always follow the maximum
and minimum quantities of liquid stated in
instructions and recipes.
• Always have the lid placed correctly into
position on the Pressure Cooker throughout
operation unless it states in the recipe to have
it removed.
• Do not place your face or any other body part
over the Pressure Cooker whilst in use as the
steam can cause serious burns.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles on
the sides of the Pressure Cooker for lifting and
carrying the Pressure Cooker.

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• Do not touch hot surfaces; use oven mitts to
remove the lid and removable cooking bowl.
Lift and remove the lid carefully and away
from yourself to avoid scalding from escaping
steam.
• Extreme caution must be used when Pressure
Cooker contains hot food and liquids and/or
is under pressure. Improper use may result in
injury. When using this Pressure Cooker, make
sure the lid is properly locked and aligned
before operating.
• Do not allow water from the lid to drip into
the Pressure Cooker housing, only into the
removable cooking bowl.
• Do not place anything on top of the lid when
assembled, when in use and when stored.
• Before placing removable cooking bowl into
stainless steel housing, ensure base of bowl
and base of Pressure Cooker is dry by wiping
with a dry soft cloth.
• The removable cooking bowl can be
extremely heavy when full of ingredients.
Care should be taken when lifting from
Pressure Cooker housing.
• Do not use the lid handle to carry Pressure
Cooker when in use and after use. The lid
handle is for opening and closing the lid.
• Always ensure that the removable cooking
bowl has cooled sufficiently before handling
and use oven mitts when removing from the
steel housing.
• Do not adjust the “Pressure Release Valve”
whilst in use.
• Use only recommended “Pressure Steam
Release” options found on page 18 to
depressurise cooker after use.
• Do not exceed maximum fill level. Some foods
expand during pressure cooking such as rice
and legumes; do not fill removable cooking
bowl over ½ full for such items. Over filling may
cause a risk of clogging both the pressure
release valve and the lid lock actuator.
It may also lead to the development of excess
pressure.
• The temperature of accessible surfaces will be
high when the Pressure Cooker is operating
and for some time after use.
• Care should be taken when handling the
Pressure Cooker after cooking, ensuring that
the pressure cooker body and parts are not
touched as these may still be hot due to
residual heat.
• Do not place the removable cooking bowl
when hot on any surface that may be
affected by heat.
• Avoid sudden temperature changes. Do not
place frozen or very cold foods into
the removable cooking bowl when it is hot.
Do not place hot removable cooking bowl
into cold water.
• Do not use the removable cooking bowl for
food storage. The removable cooking bowl is
not designed for storing food in the freezer.
• To prevent scratching the non-stick surface
of the removable cooking bowl, always use
wooden or plastic utensils.
• Steam vents from the pressure release valve.
Always position steam vent on lid away from
yourself to avoid scalding from escaping
steam.
• Steam vents from the pressure release valve.
Check the ducts in the pressure release valve
regularly to ensure they are not blocked. The
pressure cooker must not be opened until the
pressure has decreased sufficiently and the lid
unlocks easily.
• Do not attempt to open the Pressure Cooker
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 Pressure Cooker is still under
pressure – do not force the lid open. Any
pressure remaining can be hazardous. See
operating instructions for “steam release”
directions in this instruction book.
• Recommended cooking times in this
instruction booklet may vary depending on
the ingredients and quantities of food used for
recipes.
• Always check the pressure release valve, the
removable metal basket and the pressure
safety valve for clogging before use and
clean if necessary. Check to make sure the lid
locking pin and lid lock actuator move freely
in and out of the lid.
• Do not immerse Pressure Cooker housing/
base, power cord or plug in water or any other
liquid.
• Never move the Pressure Cooker when in
use or whilst the cooker is still under pressure.
Movement may result in inadvertent
movement of the pressure regulator/release
valve resulting in unexpected steam or hot
liquid being released from the pressure
release valve or the side of the lid which
may cause scalding.
• Keep the Pressure Cooker clear of walls,
curtains and other heat or steam sensitive
materials.
• Use the pressure release valve to release
steam pressure.
• Never use the removable cooking bowl to
sauté ingredients on a ceramic, electric or gas
stove.
• Ensure that the safety locking lid is properly
aligned, locked and closed before operating.
• Do not use chemicals, steel wool, metal
scouring pad or abrasive cleaners to clean
the outside of the Pressure Cooker housing
or cooking bowl as these can damaged the
housing or the coating of the cooking bowl.

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• Do not place anything, other than lid, on top
of Pressure Cooker when assembled, when in
use and when stored.
• Do not use the Pressure Cooker for anything
other than its intended use. Do not attempt to
operate Pressure Cooker by any method other
than those described in this instruction book.
• Some foods to avoid when pressure cooking
are; apple sauce, cranberries, pearl barley,
oatmeal and other cereals, potatoes, noodles
and pasta, and rhubarb; these foods can
foam, froth and splatter and clog the pressure
release valve and/or the lid lock actuator.
• The Pressure Cooker is not intended to be
operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote control system.
• Always ensure that the power is off at the
power outlet and remove power plug from the
power outlet before attempting to move the
appliance and before cleaning and storing.
Important Safeguards For All Electrical
Appliances
• 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.
• The installation of a residual current device
(safety switch) is recommended to provide
additional safety protection when using
electrical appliances. It is advisable that a
safety switch with a rated residual operating
current not exceeding 30mA be installed in
the electrical circuit supplying the appliance.
See your electrician for professional advice.
• Always turn the appliance to the OFF position,
switch off at the power outlet and unplug at
the power outlet when the appliance is not
in use.
• Before cleaning, always turn the appliance
to the OFF position, switch off at the power
outlet, unplug at the power outlet and
remove the power cord, if detachable, from
the appliance and allow all parts to cool.
• Do not place this appliance on or near a heat
source, such as hot plate, oven or heaters.
• Position the appliance at a minimum distance
of 20cm away from walls, curtains and other
heat or steam sensitive materials and provide
adequate space above and on all sides for
air circulation.
• Fully unwind the power cord before use.
• Connect only to a 230V or 240V power outlet.
• Do not let the power cord hang over the edge
of a bench or table, touch hot surfaces or
become knotted.
• To protect against electric shock, do not
immerse the power cord, power plug or
appliance in water or any other liquid or
allow moisture to come in contact with the
part, unless it is recommended in the
cleaning instructions.
• The appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• It is recommended to regularly inspect the
appliance. To avoid a hazard, do not use
the appliance if power cord, power plug or
appliance becomes damaged in any way.
Return the entire appliance to the nearest
authorized Kambrook service centre for
examination and / or repair.
• Any maintenance other than cleaning should
be performed at an authorised Kambrook
Service Centre.
• Keep the Pressure Cooker clean. Follow the
cleaning instructions provided in the book.
WARNING: Never move
the Pressure Cooker when
in use, especially when
the unit is under pressure.
This may result in steam
or hot liquid being
released from the side
of the lid or the pressure
safety valve causing
scalding or burns.
Important Safeguards For Your Kambrook
Pressure Express Pressure Cooker continued

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Your Kambrook Pressure Express
1. Cool touch lid handle
2. Pressure release valve - controls
the steam release from Pressure
Express and degree of pressure
inside
3. Safety locking lid – cannot be
opened during pressure cooking
4. 6 litre non-stick removable
cooking bowl (Not visible)
5. Selection control dial allows
you to select preferred pressure
cooking setting, as well as the
Sauté function
6. Cool touch handles which also
act as a lid holder
7. Brushed stainless steel housing
Not Shown
• Stainless steel trivet raises food out
of the liquid
• Rice measuring cup
• Heat resistant serving spoon and
ladle
• Condensation collector
NOTE: For pressure cooking,
the control dial will only start to
count down once the cooker has
pressurised. It may take up to 20
minutes for the unit to pressurise
depending on the amount of
food and liquid content.

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8. Pressure Release Valve:
a) ‘Sealing’ – valve closed
position for pressurisation when
pressure cooking.
b) ‘Venting’ – valve open
position for fast release venting
of steam (depressurisation).
c) Clean any debris or residue
from around the pressure
release valve located on the
underside of the lid (under
the removable metal basket
(see point 11). Poking a skewer
through the opening assists
in keeping the valve clear of
debris or residue.
d) The cover on the pressure
release valve cover should
also be removed to clean.
Your Kambrook Pressure Express continued
Pressure
release valve
(underside of lid view)
Removable
cover
Pressure release valve
(top of lid view)

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11. Lid Locks
a) The lid lock actuator freely
moves up and down until the
unit is pressurised and then
locks the lid, preventing the lid
from being opened while under
pressure. It is located beneath
the removable metal basket
on the underside of the lid and
should be cleaned regularly.
b) This lid locking pin moves in
and out at the side of the lid. It
prevents the lid from opening
when the unit is under pressure.
c) The removable metal basket
helps to prevent debris from
getting to the pressure release
valve and lid lock actuator
causing blockage. It should be
cleaned regularly.
9. Pressure Safety Valve 10. Rubber Gasket:
The pressure safety valve
provides an additional level
of safety. In the remote case
that the pressure release valve
cannot release pressure due
to blockage, the safety valve
will activate and release the
excessive pressure.
a) The rubber gasket helps seal
the lid so that pressure can
build within the pressure cooker.
The gasket fits snugly around
the metal gasket ring located
on the underside of the lid and
should be removed regularly
for cleaning and to check for
wear.
b) To refit the rubber gasket
around the metal gasket ring,
press down on the gasket
with your thumbs whilst
simultaneously turning the lid.
NOTE: The rubber gasket has
no top or bottom and can be
fitted either way.
Lid lock
actuator
(underside
of lid view)
Lid lock actuator
(top of lid view)

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Your Kambrook Pressure Express continued
12. Lid Markings 13. Lid Holder 14. Condensation Collector
Clearly indicate the direction
to Open and Close the lid.
With the lid sitting flat within
the rim of the housing, align the
‘’ symbol marking on the lid
between the Open and Close
markings with the ‘ ’ symbol
markings on the housing.
Using the handle, turn the lid
clockwise to close.
The ‘ ’ symbol will now align
the ‘ ’ symbol markings on the
housing.
Slots are located in the handles
on the sides of the pressure
cooker allowing the lid to be
stored upright on the unit for
stirring or removing food. It
also allows any condensation
from the lid to drip into the
condensation collector.
Condensation collector
attaches to the side of the
pressure cooker and collects
any excess water during
cooking or when the lid is
sitting upright in the lid holder. It
should be removed after each
use, emptied and replaced
before next use.
Other Features

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Using Your Kambrook Pressure Express
Before First Use
Remove and safely discard any
packaging material and promotional
labels before using the Pressure Express
for the first time.
To eliminate a choking hazard for
young children, remove and safely
discard the protective cover fitted to
the power cord of this appliance.
1. Clip the condensation collector on
the housing body.
2. Make sure that the power outlet is
switched off and that the power
cord is unplugged from the power
outlet before starting.
3. Remove the lid by turning the
handle counter-clockwise from
the locked position to the unlock
position and lift the lid up and off
the Pressure Express (See Fig. 1).
Fig. 1
4. Remove the silicone rubber
gasket from the underside of the
safety locking lid (See Fig. 2) and
wash with warm soapy water. Dry
thoroughly. Wash the lid in warm
soapy water and dry thoroughly.
Fig. 2
5. Return the dry and clean silicone
rubber gasket so that it sits securely
around the gasket ring (See Fig. 3).
Ensure that it is fitted correctly. See
Care, Cleaning and Storage section
in this booklet for more details.
Fig. 3
NOTE: If the silicone rubber gasket
is not correctly fitted back into the
gasket ring, the lid will not close
properly and it will prevent the
Pressure Express from operating
correctly.
6. Wipe the inside and the outside of
the stainless steel housing with a soft,
damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
7. Remove and wash the removable
cooking bowl in warm soapy water,
rinse and dry thoroughly. Make
sure there is no unwanted material
on the exterior surface of the
removable cooking bowl. Replace
the bowl into the pressure cooker
housing. The removable cooking
bowl must sit flat on the temperature
sensor on the base of the housing to
ensure proper contact.

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The Selection Control Dial
The selection control dial makes
cooking with the Pressure Express
simple.
To sauté, with the lid remaining off the
Pressure Express (See ‘How to Sauté’
section), turn the dial clockwise to the
‘Sauté’ setting. The Pressure Express
will heat up, allowing you to seal meat
or sauté vegetables in the removable
cooking bowl prior to pressure
cooking to lock in flavour.
For pressure cooking, with the lid
locked into place and the pressure
release valve set to ‘sealing’ (See
‘How to Pressure Cook’ section),
simply turn the dial clockwise to a
time of up to 30 minutes and let the
Pressure Express do the rest.
The selection control dial also offers
suggested, indicative cooking times
for some or your favourite meals as
per the table below.
Setting Food Type Suggested
Cooking time
Pressure
Cooking
Fish, soft
vegetables
7 min
White rice, rice
pudding
12 min
Brown rice,
vegetable
curries
15 min
Diced meat,
curries
20 min
Soups, stews 24 min
Roast meat,
legumes, pulses
30 min when
lid is locked in
place
Sauté Brown or
seal meat,
vegetables,
sauces
Works if lid is off
and dial is set
to Sauté. Turn
dial to off to
finish.
*The times above are only a
suggestion. Times will vary depending
on type and amount of food content.
Times do not include the time it takes
to pressurise. The selection control dial
will start to count down only after the
cooker is pressurised.
NOTE: In the event that 30
minutes is insufficient pressure
cooking time, once the dial
has counted down to OFF, turn
the selection control dial to the
additional time required and
allow the Pressure Express to
cook further.
How to Pressure Cook
1. Make sure that the power outlet is
switched off and that the power
cord is unplugged from the power
outlet before starting.
WARNING:Always check
the pressure release
valve and lid lock
actuator for clogging
before use and clean
if necessary. Check to
make sure the lid lock
actuator and lid locking
pin move freely in and
out of the lid.
NOTE: Ensure that the Pressure
Express is placed in an open
area with proper ventilation.
Using Your Kambrook Pressure Express continued

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2. Ensure the cooker and all
parts, including the removable
cooking bowl, rubber gasket
and condensation collector, are
properly cleaned and fitted to
the unit before use as per the
instructions in this booklet.
WARNING:Always
operate the pressure
cooker on a stable and
heat resistant surface.
3. Remove the lid and place the
food to be cooked (as per recipe
guidelines) into the removable
cooking bowl, not exceeding
the ‘MAX’ marking on the
removable cooking bowl and
ensuring at least 250ml of food
and liquid with at least 50ml of
liquid for every 200 grams of food
are placed into the removable
cooking bowl.
NOTE: Foods to avoid when
pressure cooking include;
pearl barley and other cereals,
root vegetables on their own,
noodles and pasta, and
rhubarb; as these foods can
foam, froth, splatter and clog
the pressure release valve and
lid lock actuator.
NOTE: Before proceeding, ensure
that the minimum combined
food and liquid amount placed
into the removable cooking
bowl is 250ml with at least 50ml
of liquid for every 200 grams of
food. Always follow the maximum
and minimum quantities of liquid
stated in instructions and recipes.
NOTE: Do not exceed ‘MAX’ fill
level in the removable cooking
bowl as some foods expand
during pressure cooking such as
rice and legumes.
4. Plug the power cord into a 230V
or 240V power outlet and switch
on. The green ‘POWER’ light will
illuminate.
5. Place the lid on to the unit and
turn the handle clockwise to lock
into position (See Fig. 4).
Fig. 4
NOTE: The Pressure Express will
not pressurise if the lid is not
fitted and locked correctly.
Ensure that the locking graphics
are properly aligned when
fitting the lid.

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Using Your Kambrook Pressure Express continued
6. Move the pressure release valve
to the ‘sealing’ position (See Fig.
5). If the pressure release valve
is in the ‘venting’ position, the
Pressure Express will not build up
the required pressure needed to
pressure cook.
Fig. 5
7. Turn the selection control dial
to the desired time or setting.
The orange ‘HEATING’ light will
illuminate and the green ‘POWER’
light will extinguish. During the
pressure build up, the lid lock
actuator and the pressure release
valve will begin to “Hiss” and
release minimal amounts of
steam. This is normal.
NOTE: Once the internal
temperature reaches 100˚C, the
Pressure Express will pressurise.
The lid lock actuator will rise
once pressurised, locking the lid
into position. DO NOT attempt
to force the lid open while in
operation.
NOTE: Pressure cooking will
stop operating or the selection
control dial will stop counting
down if there is insufficient liquid.
Add more liquid if this happens,
and resume cooking.
WARNING:Do not place
your face or any other
body part over the
pressure cooker whilst
in use as the steam can
cause serious burns.
WARNING:Do not
attempt to open the
pressure cooker 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 the
pressure cooker is still
under pressure – do
not force the lid open.
Any pressure remaining
can be hazardous. See
operating instructions
for “steam release”
directions in this
instruction booklet.
8. The selection control dial will
begin to count down only once
the unit is pressurised. If the
dial fails to turn, the Pressure
Express has lost pressure or has
not pressurised. Check the
Troubleshooting Guide for more
information.
NOTE: The selection control dial
will not begin to count down
until the Pressure Express has
pressurised.

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9. Once the selection control dial
has reached the ‘OFF’ position,
use the heat resistant serving
spoon or an oven mitt to turn
the pressure release valve to
the ‘venting’ position. This will
cause the Pressure Express to ‘fast
release’ the steam that has built
up inside. It may take a couple of
minutes to release all the steam.
Alternatively, if the pressure
release valve is not manually
moved to the ‘venting’ position,
the Pressure Express will ‘slow
release’ the steam which may
take several minutes to exhaust
(See the ‘How to Release Steam’
section for more details).
WARNING:When
pressure is released,
there may be hot
condensation liquid/
steam droplets spitting
through the pressure
regulator/release valve.
Avoid scalding yourself
from any escaping hot
liquid or steam.
NOTE: Ensure that the Pressure
Express is placed in an open
area with proper ventilation
when in use, especially when
venting steam.
10. Switch off the Pressure Express
at the power outlet and unplug
the power cord from the power
outlet.
11. Once the pressure release valve
has released all the steam, wait
an additional minute before
opening the lid to ensure any
boiling liquid inside settles.
Remove the lid by turning the
handle counter-clockwise and
lifting the lid up and away being
careful as some condensation
may have formed on the
underside of the lid. Place the
lid on a heat-resistant surface or
upright in the lid holder in either of
the stainless housing handles.
NOTE: The lid lock actuator will
return to its original position
once all the pressure has been
released unlocking the lid.
NOTE: Steam will rise quickly
when the lid is taken off and
can cause burns. Take extreme
care when removing the safety
locking lid. Angle the lid away
from you face, and ensure that
your hand and arm are not in
the path of steam.
12. Check food to see if it has been
cooked sufficiently. If yes, use the
heat resistant serving spoon or
heat resistant soup serving ladle
provided to serve the food. If not,
replace lid and lock into position
following the previous directions
from step 7. Choose a lower
setting if slightly undercooked.
13. Wait until the Pressure Express
has cooled before cleaning.
Follow the cleaning and storage
instructions found in this booklet.

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WARNING:Do not touch
hot surfaces. Use oven
mitts to remove the
lid and or removable
cooking bowl. Lift and
remove the lid carefully
and away from yourself
to avoid scalding from
escaping steam.
WARNING:When
cooking under pressure,
the safety locking lid can
not be opened. Do not try
to force the lid open.
WARNING:After pressure
cooking, allow a couple
of minutes before
releasing pressure and
removing the lid to make
sure that hot liquid inside
will not boil over.
WARNING:Use caution
when opening the
safety locking lid. Steam
escapes as soon as the
lid is opened. Never
place your face or
hands over the Pressure
Express when removing
the lid. Always use oven
mitts when handling
the removable cooking
bowl.
Using Your Kambrook Pressure Express continued
How to Release Steam
(Venting)
For pressure cooking only, pressurised
steam can be released in two ways
when pressure cooking has finished.
1. If the pressure release valve
is NOT manually moved from
the ‘sealing’ to the ‘venting’
position, the steam will release
slowly out of the pressure release
valve automatically. This ‘slow
release’ method is recommended
for recipes containing larger
quantities of liquid such as soups
and casseroles to prevent liquid
being forced out with the steam.
2. Alternatively, use a heat proof
spatula or oven mitt to manually
move the pressure release valve
from the ‘sealing’ to the ‘venting’
position. Steam will escape very
quickly from the valve in this ‘fast
release’ method.
NOTE: The safety locking lid will
not open until all the steam has
been released. Do not force the
lid to open.
How to Sauté
The Sauté setting is ideal for browning
meat and caramelising vegetables.
This seals in the moisture, tenderises
and intensifies the flavour.
The Sauté setting is also handy if
the liquid amount is excessive after
pressure cooking. Just remove the
lid and operate the Sauté setting for
approximately 10–15 minutes or until
the liquid reduces by the desired
amount.

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TIP: A small amount of flour
mixed with cold water added in
the cooking bowl can assist in
thickening a sauce on the Sauté
setting.
1. Make sure that the power outlet is
switched off and that the power
cord is unplugged from the power
outlet before starting.
2. Remove the lid from the Pressure
Express and leave off while
using the ‘Sauté’ setting. Ensure
the removable cooking bowl is
correctly inserted into the stainless
steel housing.
NOTE: ‘Sauté’ will only operate
with the lid removed. When the
lid is locked into position, Sauté
on the control dial becomes
the 30 minute timer mark for
pressure cooking.
3. Plug the power cord into the
power outlet and switch on. The
green ‘POWER’ light will illuminate.
4. Move the selection control dial to
the ‘Sauté’ setting (See Fig. 6).
Fig. 6
5. Allow the Pressure Express a
couple of minutes to preheat.
Add oil (if applicable) into the
removable cooking bowl.
NOTE: Do not place the lid on
the Pressure Express when using
the Sauté function.
6. Place the food to be cooked
(as per recipe being used) into
the removable cooking bowl.
Depending on the quantity of
food, you may have to sauté in
batches.
NOTE: Use the heat resistant
serving spoon or ladle to stir and
serve the food.
7. Once all the ingredients have
cooked to the required level of
doneness, turn the dial back to
the ‘OFF’ position. The orange
‘HEATING’ light will extinguish
and the green ‘POWER’ light will
illuminate.
HINT: Trim excess fat from meat
or poultry before sautéing. Also,
if a recipe calls for browning
meat, it may be browned using
the Sauté setting.

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Using the Trivet
The stainless steel trivet is for any food
that needs to be raised above the
liquid level. Ensure that the trivet is
placed in the removable cooking
bowl before plugging the power cord
into the power outlet (See Fig. 7).
Fig. 7
Pressure Express
Cooking Guide
Your favourite traditional recipes
can be easily adapted to pressure
cooking. 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.
NOTE: Cooking times are
approximates only and times
will vary according to nature of
certain foods and quantities.
Pressure Cooking
Vegetables
For Best Results
• If cooking vegetables on their
own, the usual ratio of liquid to
vegetable is 1 cup to 1kg, or
1 cup of water to every 1kg of
vegetables
• Frozen vegetables must be
thawed.
• Root vegetables such as potato
and beets should be cut into
small, even-sized pieces to ensure
more even cooking results.
• Peel vegetables when
appropriate. Keep in mind that
some vegetables like potatoes
and beetroots hold shape better
when the peel is left intact.
• Use the stainless steel trivet to
poach fruit. If cooking whole fruit,
peel the pears or apples and,
if required, cut off some of the
bottom ends so they will stand
upright on the trivet. Add liquid to
the removable cooking bowl.
Pressure Cooking Rice
Rice can be cooked in a fast and
more effective way due to the
high temperature of the Pressure
Express. With the safety locking lid
maintaining a high level of moisture
within the unit, perfect soft and fluffy
rice is very easy to make.
Using Your Kambrook Pressure Express continued

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Basmati,
jasmine or white
rice
1 1⁄2cups 5–7 minutes
Brown rice 1 1⁄2cups 15–18 minutes
Arborio or
carnaroli rice
2 1⁄2–3 cups 5–7 minutes
WARNING:DO NOT
cook instant rice in the
Pressure Express.
White Rice
MIN – 1 cup | MAX – 10 cups
Use the same cup measure for both
rice and water.
Uncooked
Rice
Measures
Water
Measures
Cooked
Rice
Measures
1 cup 1.5 cups 2 cups
2 cups 3 cups (up to
the ‘2’ marking
inside the bowl)
4 cups
4 cups 5 cups (up to
the ‘4’ marking
inside the bowl)
8 cups
6 cups 8.5 cups (up to
the ‘6’ marking
inside the bowl)
12 cups
8 cups 11 cups (up to
the ‘8’ marking
inside the bowl)
16 cups
10 cups 13.5 cups (up to
the ‘10’ marking
inside the bowl)
20 cups
NOTE: The cooking table
uses the cup provided for all
measurements. For an accurate
result, pour the rice first and fill
with water until you reach the
corresponding marking inside the
cooking bowl.
TIP: To avoid any matting at the
base of the rice, cut a circle in
non-stick baking paper the same
size as the rice cooker bowl and
place at the bottom.
TIP: After cooking is over, wait for
at least 10 minutes before opening
the rice cooker. It will give some
time to the rice to absorb any
excess moisture.