Misaca Pressure Cooker User manual
Pressure Cooker
Instruction Manual - Read in full and retain for future use
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Contents
Page 3 – Features Before first use - Critical Warnings
Page 4 – Product description – Lid open close function
Page 5 – Pressure control system – Operation
Page 6 – Operation (continued) – Cooking Tips
Page 7 – Pressure indicator valve - Pressure release
Page 8 – Safety warnings – Cleaning and storage
Page 9 – Care – Frequently asked questions
Page 10 – Frequently asked questions – Warranty
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•Features
!Large 8 Litre capacity
!80kPa Working pressure
!130-180kPa safety pressure (I)
!200-300kPa safety pressure (II)
!Suitable for use on Electric, Gas, Ceramic and Induction cook tops.
•Before first use
Warning! Before using this appliance please read and fully understand the safety directions in this
manual. Ensure that you know how to operate the appliance.
Ensure the appliance is not damaged or dirty in any way.
Remove all packaging and destroy. Plastic bags can represent a hazard to young children.
Wash the cooker, lid, silicone seal in hot soapy water to remove any impurities that may have appeared in
transit.
Fill with water to half level, fit lid and heat for 20 minutes following operation guide (page 5) to ensure the
appliance is working correctly.
Allow the pressure to release before opening the lid. Refer to operating instructions (page 5).
Discard water, rinse and dry completely. The appliance is now ready for use.
Warning! Critical Safety Guidelines
!Never operate without liquids (250ml minimum and 750ml maximum). NOTE: Some recipes require
less liquid quantities. Please follow the recipe correctly.
!Always check the pressure release valve before use. If clogged clean thoroughly.
!Warning! Always release pressure before opening
!Warning! Never attempt to force the lid open whilst pressurised. The appliance is designed to remain
automatically locked until de-pressurised completely
!Never use in an oven.
!Never attempt to deep fry in the appliance
!Never attempt to move the appliance when under pressure
!Use heat proof gloves when contacting hot metals.
!Warning! Keep hands, face or arms away from steam vents always when releasing pressure. Hot
steam may cause burns.
!Warning! Keep children away from the appliance when in use
!Do not let the handle hang over the front edge of cook top. Young children may topple the appliance
over.
!Always use on a level cooking surface. Do not use on an inclined surface.
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•Product Description
1. Main Body 7. Pressure Indicator
2. Handle 8. Lid
3. Silicone Ring 9. Locking Handle
4. Safety Valve 10. Pressure setting and release valve
5. Locking Clamp 11. Vent
6. Lid handle
Safety Seal Feature
There is also a safety backup feature located on the side of the lid that is visible when the lid is locked. You will
see a small portion of the seal. Should all safety valves fail to operate the seal will be extruded at this point to
release pressure. If this occurs return the appliance to the retailer immediately.
•Lid Open and Lock Function
To lock fit the lid as shown and turn the handle anti clockwise to lock as indicated on the handle
To unlock turn the handle clockwise as indicated on the handle
Lift the lid upwards
WARNING! NEVER ATTEMPT TO FORCE LID OPEN WHEN UNDER PRESURE.
The lid is designed so that it cannot be opened whilst under pressure
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•Pressure control system
Use heat proof gloves or mittens when using the pressure release valve. Hot steam may cause burns.
The pressure setting and release valve (10) system is designed to set the appliance pressure options. You can
set to full steam release, pressure level 1 or pressure level 2. In the O position the valve control knob can be
released for cleaning. Warning! Do not attempt to cook in this position.
•OFF – Warning! Do not use in cooking. Use this position to remove the valve for cleaning
•Steam Release – This position releases the steam build up from within the cooker when
cooking process has finished and before the lid can be opened safely.
Warning! Ensure that you keep hands and face away from this valve when opening as hot steam will be
ejected.
•Cooking pressure options - Use to set the steam pressure to LOW (I) or HIGH (II) pressure
ILOW Pressure – When low pressure has been reached steam will be expelled
II HIGH Pressure – When high pressure has been reached steam will be expelled
WARNING! - Never attempt to cook with the pressure control system set to steam release or off (O)
•Operation
!Place the correct amount of liquids and food items into the cooker.
!The maximum LIQUID level for common foods is 750mls. The minimum LIQUID level is 250mls
750mls 250mls
!Lock the lid into place fully
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