Nesco PC-6-25-30TPR Owner's manual

Website: www.nesco.com
©2006, The Metal Ware Corporation 66698 Rev B
Digital 3-in-1 Cooker
Model
PC-6-25-30TPR
Use/Care and Cooking Guide

3-in-1 COOKER
Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
ABOUT YOUR ELECTRIC CORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
FEATURES OF YOUR NESCO®PROFESSIONAL 3-IN-1 COOKER . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NESCO®PROFESSIONAL 3-IN-1 COOKER . . . . . . . 5-6
BEFORE FIRST USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PRESSURE COOKER SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
PRESSURE RELEASE METHODS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
WARM SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
BROWN SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
STEAM SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
SLOW COOK SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
DELAY TIME SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
COOKING TIMETABLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13
HINTS AND TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
RECIPES:
PRESSURE COOKER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-20
SLOW COOKER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-23
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY AND SERVICE SATISFACTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
NESCO®is a registered trademark of The Metal Ware Corporation
The Metal Ware Corporation
1700 Monroe St., P.O. Box 237
Two Rivers, WI 54241-0237
Phone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
Website: www.nesco.com
©The Metal Ware Corporation, 2006
Made in China. Printed in China
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be observed,
including the following:
1. READ ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
2. Close adult supervision must be provided when this appliance is used by or near
children.
3. Keep pressure cooker out of the reach of children.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
5. Using attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause hazards.
6. Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug. If the appliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped or damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, do not use it and
return it to the manufacturer for proper service and replacement or repair.
7. Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
8. Make sure appliance is off before unplugging from wall outlet.
9. Always unplug before cleaning and removing parts.
10. For indoor use only.
11. Do not place near a hot gas or electric burner.
12. Do not cover the appliance or have it near flammable material including curtains,
draperies, walls, and the like when in operation.
13. Always use in a well ventilated area.
14. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse plug, cord or housing in water or any
other liquid.
15. Keep hands and face away from pressure regulator knob when releasing pressure.
16. After cooking, use extreme caution when removing the lid. Serious burns can result from
steam inside the unit.
17. While the unit is in operation, never remove the lid.
18. Do not use without the removable cooking pot in place.
19. Do not cover the pressure valves with anything. An explosion may occur.
20. Do not attempt to dislodge food when the appliance is plugged in.
21. Do not fill the unit over 1/2 full with food or 2/3 full with liquid. When cooking foods that
expand during cooking, do not fill the unit over 1/2 full.
22. Foods such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal or other
cereals, split peas, noodles and pasta, or rhubarb should not be cooked under pressure
in the pressure cooker. These foods tend to foam, froth and sputter, and may block the
floating valve.
23. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, cook only in the removable cooking pot.
24. Do not use an extension cord with this pressure cooker. However, if one is used, it must
have a rating equal to or exceeding the rating of this appliance.
25. The pressure cooker is for household use only.
26. The pressure cooker should not be used for other than the intended use.
27. Extreme caution should be used when moving any appliance containing hot food or
liquid.
28. Servicing or repair should only be completed by a qualified technician.
29. The pressure cooker has polarized AC (alternating current) plug (one blade is wider than
the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way, as a safety feature.
Reverse the plug if the plug does not fit fully in the outlet. Contact a qualified electrician
if it still does not fit. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
30. WARNING: Never deep fry or pressure fry in the pressure cooker. It is dangerous and
may cause a fire and serious damage.
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About Your Electric Cord
A short cord is provided to reduce the hazard resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord. Longer cords and extension cords are available and may be
used if the marked electrical rating of the longer cord is at least as great as the electrical
rating of the appliance, and if care is taken to arrange the longer cord so that it will not drape
over the countertop or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over
accidentally.
CAUTION:
Perishable foods such as meat and poultry products, fish, cheese and dairy products cannot
be left at room temperature for more than 2 hours or no longer than 1 hour when room
temperature is above 90oF. When cooking these foods, do not set the delay time function
for more than 1 to 2 hours.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Features of Your NESCO®Professional 3-in-1 Cooker
Your NESCO®Professional 3-in-1 Cooker is a very versatile appliance. It’s three appliances
built into one. It’s a pressure cooker, slow cooker and steamer, all in one easy to use
appliance. It features a state-of-art digital control panel that gives you complete cooking
control. With the control panel, you can set precise cooking times, cooking method and
cooking pressure. For convenience, the Cooker can also be programmed to delay the start
of cooking. The “3-in-1” also features a WARM setting that can be used to keep cooked
foods warm or reheat foods.
Pressure cooking is quicker than cooking on a conventional stove-top range and, in
some cases, even quicker than a microwave oven. The pressure cooker method cooks 3 to
10 times faster than conventional cooking! This makes it a must for two career families.
Tough cuts of meat are usually the leanest cuts. They are also the most favorite and usually
cheaper cuts. Your pressure cooker will transform these tough cuts of meat into
inexpensive, fork-tender masterpieces for your family. Pressure cooking is an ideal cooking
method for those who are concerned about nutrition. Foods prepared in the pressure
cooker retain more vitamins than foods cooked by other means. Pressure cooking requires
no fat and is, therefore, more heart healthy.
Slow cooking is another great feature of your NESCO®Professional 3-in-1 Cooker.
It will take less expensive or tough meats, such as chuck roasts or steaks and stew beef,
tenderize them through a long cooking process. The slow cooker method is a good choice
for cooking many venison dishes. The extended cooking times allow better distribution of
flavors in many recipes. A slow cooker can usually be left unattended all day for many
recipes. You can put recipe ingredients in it before going to work and come home to a
complete meal.
Steaming is one of the easiest methods to bring out vegetables full flavor and bright
intense color. When vegetables are steamed all the nutrients remain in the vegetables
making this a healthier alternative to other cooking methods.
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O N E Y E A R L I M I T E D W A R R A N T Y
This appliance is warranted for one year from date of original purchase against defects in
material and workmanship. This warranty does not cover transportation damage, misuse,
accident or similar incident. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have
other rights, which vary from state to state.
Your new NESCO®Professional 3-in-1 Cooker comes equipped with numerous safety
features. Any attempt to interfere with the operation of these safety features makes this
warranty null and void. In the event we receive an appliance for service that has been
tampered with, we reserve the right to restore it to its original state and charge for the repair.
For service in warranty, defective products may be returned, postage prepaid, with a
description of the defect to The Metal Ware Corporation for no charge repair or replacement
at our option. Please follow the 5 easy steps below for details. Service and genuine
NESCO®replacement parts may be obtained from the NESCO®FACTORY SERVICE
DEPARTMENT.
About Your Warranty and Service Satisfaction
Mail in your registration (warranty) card and file your NESCO®Professional 3-in-1 Cooker
exclusive registration number now!
Your serial number and model number are located on the bottom of the Base.
We enter this number into our database. It registers and identifies your “3-in-1” Cooker
specifically by its individual code number. Should you call our 800 toll free line, your
registration number helps us identify your appliance and speeds up our assistance to you.
Five Easy Steps to Satisfaction
Should you have a problem with your NESCO®Professional 3-in-1 Cooker, please refer to
these steps for assistance:
1. Call us on our toll free number, 1-800-288-4545 and tell us about your problem.
2. If we instruct you to send all or part of your appliance to us for repair or replacement, the
Customer Satisfaction representative will provide a return authorization number (this
number notifies our Receiving Department to expedite your repair). Pack your unit
carefully in a sturdy carton with sufficient padding to prevent damage because any
damage caused by shipping is not covered by the warranty.
3. Print your name, address and authorization number on the carton.
4. Write a letter explaining the problem. Include the following: your name, address and
telephone number and a copy of the original bill of sale.
5. Attach the sealed envelope containing the letter inside the carton. Insure the package for
the value of the NESCO®Professional 3-in-1 Cooker and ship prepaid to:
The Metal Ware Corporation
1700 Monroe Street
Two Rivers, WI 54241
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Getting To Know Your NESCO®Professional “3-in1” Cooker (Cont.)
Pressure Regulator Knob Place in ‘down’ position when pressure cooking and in ‘up’
position when steaming.
Floating Valve Safety valve allows excess pressure to escape if too much
pressure builds up during cooking.
Self Locking Lid Safety feature that does not allow you to open the lid until the
pressure has dropped to a safe level.
Removable Cooking Pot Features 6-quart capacity, removable with non-stick coating
for easy cleanup and durable Aluminum alloy for even
heating.
Condensation Reservoir Collects excess condensation during cooking process.
Rubber Gasket Creates an airtight seal that is necessary for pressure
cooking.
Pressure Safety Valve Allows excess pressure to escape if steam pressure exceeds
safe operating levels.
Regulator Shield Protects pressure regulator and is removable for cleaning
pressure regulator knob.
Control Panel Functions:
Warm function reheats or keeps cooked foods warm for long periods of time.
Brown function allows you to brown meat cuts before pressure cooking for better
flavor.
Steam function brings water to a boil quickly for steaming foods like fresh vegetables
and for cooking rice.
Slow Cook function cooks your food recipes very slowly to retain flavor and
tenderness (9-1/2 hour timer) NOTE: 180oF is the lowest setting on a traditional slow
cooker. Many slow cooker recipes require 8 – 9 hours cooking time.
Delay Time function allows you to delay the cooking start time by up to 8 hours.
CAUTION: Perishable foods such as meat, poultry, fish, cheese and other dairy
products cannot be left at room temperature for more than 2 hours or no longer than
1 hour if the room temperature is above 90oF.
Before First Use
•Unpack your NESCO®Professional 3-in-1 Cooker completely. Remove all paper work
from inside appliance.
•Wash all removable parts in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry all parts thoroughly.
Wipe Main Body with a damp cloth. NEVER immerse Main Body in water or any other
liquid. NEVER use a dishwasher to clean any parts.
•Make sure Rubber Gasket is seated properly inside Lid. To ensure a correct fit, fill the
removable cooking pot 2/3 full with water and plug power cord into standard 120 volt
outlet. Set control for ‘HIGH’ Pressure for 15 minutes.
•Release the pressure by turning the Pressure Regulator Knob to the ‘Steam’ position.
The Floating Valve will drop when all pressure is released.
•Allow the appliance to cool to room temperature, then empty and clean (see page 10).
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Slow Cooker (Cont.)
Awesome Beef Roast
Servings: 7
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Slow Cooking Time: 4 hours
3 lb. Rump roast
2 Tbsp. Vegetable oil
1 can (10-3/4 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 can (10-1/2 oz.) condensed beef broth
Heat oil in cooker, using the BROWN setting. Place in cooker and brown. Pour in condensed
cream of mushroom soup and condensed beef broth. Cover and lock lid in place. Set the
regulator knob of Steam. Select the SLOW COOK feature and set for 4 hours, or until
tender. Cooker will beep and switch automatically to the warm setting when cooking time is
completed.
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Slow Cooker (Cont.)
Pork Roast
Servings: 4 - 6
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Slow Cook Time: 3 - 4 hours
1 3-4 lb. pork loin roast
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups spiced apple wine
salt and pepper to taste
Place ingredients in cooker. Cover and lock lid in place. Turn pressure regulator knob to
Steam. Select the SLOW COOK mode and set time for 3 - 4 hours. Cooker will beep and
switch automatically to the warm setting when cooking time is completed.
Midwest Boiled Dinner
Servings: 4 - 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Slow Cooking Time: 4 - 5 hours
1 2 to 2-1/2 lb. chuck roast 6 carrots, halved
1 Tbsp. oil 4 potatoes, peeled, halved
1 large onion, quartered 1/2 small head green cabbage, cored, quartered
2 cups beef broth Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups water
Heat oil in cooker, using the BROWN setting. Salt and pepper meat. Place in cooker and
brown. Add onions. Cook 2 to 3 minutes. Add broth, water and remaining vegetables.
Cover and lock lid in place. Turn pressure regulator knob to Steam. Select the SLOW COOK
mode and set time for 4 - 5 hours. Cooker will beep and switch automatically to the warm
setting when cooking time is completed. Unlock and remove lid. Ready to serve.
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Operating Instructions
Notice - All Settings:
•Press ‘START/STOP’ button to clear any previous program before choosing a setting.
Inspect Temperature Sensor and bottom of Removable Cooking Pot to make sure these
areas are clean (see Cleaning Instructions, page 10).
•Cooker will switch to WARM mode after all cooking functions times out, except BROWN
mode.
•If you forget to select the desired cooking time or forget to press the ‘START/STOP’
button, the display will show “0.0” after 30 seconds and the settings will be lost. Repeat
function and timing steps to program again.
Pressure Cooker Setting
Before using your 3-in-1 as a pressure cooker each time, check the Lid to make sure
Rubber Gasket and Pressure Regulator Valve are clean and positioned correctly (see
Cleaning Instructions, page 10).
1. Place Removable Cooking Pot into Main Body. Plug power cord into standard outlet.
2. Place food to be cooked under pressure into Removable Cooking Pot, according to the
recipe or chart. NOTE: When cooked under pressure, most foods should have a
minimum of 1 cup (8 oz.) of liquid added.
3. Place Self Locking Lid on Main Body and turn counter-clockwise until it locks into place
and the Locking Pin ‘clicks’ into place.
4. Turn the Pressure Regulator Knob to ‘Pressure’.
5. Choose the desired cooking mode by pressing either the ‘HIGH’ or ’LOW’ pressure
button on Control Panel. Check recipe for suggested settings. The indicator light will
flash and the digital display will show ‘01’ (1 minute of cooking time).
6. Set the desired cooking time by pressing the ‘HIGH’ button, once for each additional
minute or hold down continuously. The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes.
7. Press the ‘START/STOP’ button to begin cooking. The indicator light will stop flashing.
8. The Cooker will begin to count down (in minutes) and the Floating Valve will rise after
the appropriate cooking pressure has been reached. When time control reaches zero,
the 3-in-1 Cooker will beep three times and switch to the WARM setting automatically.
9. When cooking is finished, allow pressure to release by using the ‘natural method’ or
immediately using the ‘quick release method’ (see below). CAUTION: Hot steam will
be ejected when turning the Pressure Regulator Knob – be careful!
Pressure Release Methods
Natural Method:After cooking cycle completes, press the ‘START/STOP’ button to make
sure unit is completely off. Let appliance stand and allow pressure to drop down naturally
which takes from 10 to 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, turn the Pressure Regulator Knob
towards ‘Steam’ in short bursts to make sure all pressure has been released.
Quick Release Method:After cooking cycle completes, press the ‘START/STOP’ button to
make sure unit is completely off. Turn the Pressure Regulator Knob to ‘Steam’ in short
bursts and allow the pressure to release. CAUTION: KEEP HANDS AND FACE AWAY
FROM ESCAPING STEAM AS IT IS EXTREMELY HOT!
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NEVER FILL COOKER OVER 2/3 FULL. THIS LEVEL IS INDICATED ON THE UPPER
LINE OF THE INSIDE OF THE COOKER IDENTIFIED WITH THE WORD “MAX.” FOR
RICE AND VEGETABLES THAT EXPAND DURING COOKING, DO NOT FILL OVER
1/2 FULL.

Warm Setting
This setting will reheat foods or keeps foods warm after a long period of time.
1. Place Removable Cooking Pot in Main Body and add cooked food to be heated.
2. Place Lid on Cooker and lock into place. Plug power cord into standard outlet.
3. Turn Pressure Regulator Knob to ‘Steam’.
4. Press ‘WARM’ button on the Control Panel. The indicator light will start flashing and
the display will show “0.0”.
5. Press ‘START/STOP’ button to begin heating. The indicator light will stop flashing.
NOTE: The WARM function does not use timed setting.
Brown Setting
This setting is useful for browning cuts of meat and poultry before pressure cooking. This
will give them better texture and flavor. Consult recipe for details. Before browning, pat foods
dry with a paper towel. Make sure oil is hot before adding meat or poultry to cooking pot.
1. Place Removable Cooking Pot in Main Body.
2. Add amount of oil as directed in recipe. Plug power cord into standard outlet.
3. Press ‘BROWN’ button on the Control Panel. The light will start flashing and the
display will show “0.0”. Leave Lid off during while browning.
4. Press ‘START/STOP’ button to begin heating. The indicator light will stop flashing.
5. Allow to preheat for 1 minute. Then add meat or poultry and begin browning food.
6. In this setting, the Control Panel will beep 3 times every 10 minutes to alert you
it is cooking at a high temperature setting.
NOTE: For safety, do not leave the 3-in1 Cooker unattended while browning foods.
Steam Setting
This setting brings water to a boil quickly for steaming foods like fresh vegetables or cooking
rice.
1. Place Removable Cooking Pot in Main Body. Plug power cord into standard outlet
2. Place a small, heat-resistant basket, wire rack (included) or trivet in bottom of pot.
3. Add at least 8 oz. water and make sure bottom of rack is above the liquid.
4. Place food on rack or trivet. Do not fill pot more than 2/3 full with food.
NOTE: If steaming rice, put rice in an 8-inch or smaller bowl and place on rack.
5. Place Lid on Cooker and lock into place. Turn Pressure Regulator Knob to ‘Steam’.
6. Press ‘STEAM’ button on the Control Panel. The indicator light will start flashing and
the display will show “01” (equals 1 minute cooking time).
7. Set the desire cooking time by pressing the ‘HIGH’ button once for each
additional minute or press continuously. Press ‘LOW’ button to decrease cooking
minutes.
8. Press ‘START/STOP’ button to begin cooking. The indicator light will stop flashing.
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Slow Cooker
WARNING: Do not hold Pressure Regulator Knob. Hot steam/liquid will be ejected.
Keep hands and face away from the steam vents and use pot holders when
removing Cooking Pot or touching any hot items. Never force Lid open until all
pressure is released. The Lid will only open after all pressure is released. Remove
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Chow Mein
Servings: 6 - 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Slow Cooking Time: 3 - 4 hours
1 lb. pork, cubed 1/3 cup cornstarch
1 lb. beef, cubed 1 cup water
3 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1/2 cup soy sauce
1-1/2 cups water 1-1lb. 12 oz (28 oz) can bean sprouts, drained
2 medium onions, sliced 1 small can sliced mushrooms, drained
3 cups celery, sliced 2 - 8 oz. cans water chestnuts, drained and sliced
1 tsp. salt 6 - 8 cups cooked rice
1/4 tsp. pepper Garnish with chow mein noodles
Heat oil in cooker, using the BROWN setting. Season meat with salt and pepper. Brown
meat in cooker. Add 1 ½ cups water, onions, celery. Stir thoroughly. Mix additional 1 cup
water with cornstarch in a small bowl. Stir into meat mixture. Add remaining ingredients.
Cover and lock lid in place. Turn pressure regulator knob to Steam. Select the SLOW COOK
mode and set time for 3 - 4 hours. Cooker will beep and switch automatically to the warm
setting when cooking time is completed. Unlock and remove lid. Serve with rice and garnish
with chow mein noodles.
Fiesta Meat Loaf
Servings: 6 - 8
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Slow Cooking Time: 2 - 3 hours
1 cup crushed saltine crackers
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup green peppers, seeded, diced
1 can (2-1/4 oz.) pitted, sliced black olives, drained
1 small onion, chopped
2 eggs, beaten
2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 lbs. ground beef
Optional items: salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream and tortilla chips
In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Add meat; mix well. Place in 7” round or
spring form pan. Tear off a 6” piece of aluminum foil and fold in half, lengthwise. This helps
to remove pan after cooking cycle is complete. Place spring form pan on foil and lower into
cooker.
Cover and lock lid in place. Turn pressure regulator knob to Steam. Select the SLOW COOK
mode and set time for 2 - 3 hours. Cooker will beep and switch automatically to the warm
setting when cooking time is completed. Unlock and remove lid. Allow steam to clear, lift
strip of foil and remove pan from cooker. Garnish with salsa, shredded cheese, sliced black
olives, sour cream or tortilla chips.
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Pressure Cooker (cont.)
Beef Pot Roast
Servings: 4 - 6
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Pressure Cooking Time: 45 minutes
3 lb. Beef pot roast
2 Tbsp. Vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cups beef broth
1 cup water
salt and pepper to taste
1 bay leaf
Heat oil in cooker, using the BROWN setting to brown roast on both sides. Place meat on
trivet or wire rack and add remaining ingredients. Cover and lock lid in place. Set regulator
knob on Pressure. Program for HIGH pressure and cook for 45 minutes. Release pressure
by using the natural release method. Cooker will beep and switch automatically to the warm
setting when cooking time is completed.
Tasty Beef Pot Roast
Serving Size: 6-8
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Pressure Cooking Time: 50 to 60 minutes
3 - 4 lb beef chuck roast
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
1 onion, medium, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
Trim excess fat from roast. In a bowl, combine salt, seasoned salt, pepper and paprika. Rub
mixture into meat on all sides. In removable cooking pot, combine seasoned roast with
onion, garlic and beef broth. Place meat on trivet or wire rack. Cover and lock lid in place.
Turn regulator knob to Pressure. Select HIGH cooking mode and cook 50 to 60 minutes.
Bring pressure down using the quick release method. Open lid. Check roast for doneness
by inserting a meat thermometer into center of roast. Temperature should be at least 140oF.
If not, replace Lid and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
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CAUTION: Be careful when removing Lid to check food while unit is cooking. NEVER put
your face directly over the cooker when removing Lid as escaping hot steam can cause
serious burns.
Slow Cooking Setting
1. Place Removable Cooking Pot in Main Body. Plug power into standard outlet
2. Place the food to be cooked inside Cooking Pot according to the recipe or chart.
3. Place Lid on Cooker and lock into place.
4. Turn Pressure Regulator Knob to ‘Steam’.
5. Press ‘SLOW COOK’ button on the Control Panel. The light will start flashing and the
display will show “.5” (this means 1/ 2 hour (30 minutes) cooking time).
6. Set the desired slow cook time by pressing the ‘SLOW COOK’ button once for
each additional 1/ 2 hour. The longest slow cooking time is 9-1/2 hours at a
temperature of 180oF. NOTE: Use slow cooker recipes as a guide only. The 3-in-1
Cooker may finish cooking foods in less time than indicated in the recipe.
7. Press ‘START/STOP’ button to begin cooking. The indicator light will stop flashing.
8. The 3-in1 Cooker will begin to count down in half hour (30 minute) increments after the
temperature reaches 180oF.
Delay Time Setting
The Delay Time function allows you to delay the start of cooking foods up to 8 hours, in half
hour increments. You can use the Delay Time setting with the SLOW COOK, STEAM, and
HIGH and LOW pressure cooking functions. CAUTION – Perishable foods, such as meat
and poultry, fish, cheese and other dairy products, cannot safely be left at room temperature
for more than 2 hours, or 1 hour if the room temperature is 90oF or higher. When cooking
these foods, do not set the Delay Time function for more than 1 to 2 hours.
1. Press ‘DELAY TIME’ button. The display will show “0.5” (equals 1/2 hour). Press
‘DELAY TIME’ again until the desired amount of delay time is displayed.
2. Select the desired cooking mode (HIGH, LOW, STEAM, etc.) and time by pressing the
appropriate button(s).
3. Press the ‘START/STOP’ button and the delay time indicator light will turn on. Your
3-in-1 Cooker will begin cooking after the delay time has elapsed the time delay
indicator light will turn off.
Cleaning Instructions
DO NOT wash any parts of your 3-in-1 Cooker in a dishwasher. Always wash the 3-in-1
Cooker thoroughly after every use, or if it has not been used for an extended period of time.
1. Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and let the unit cool before cleaning.
2. Wash the Removable Cooking Pot with warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
3. Wipe Main Body with a clean damp cloth. If food residue remains, dampen cloth in
warm soapy water before wiping. NEVER submerge the Main Body in water or other
liquid. Wipe the Stationary Pot as necessary to remove any food product.
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Cleaning Instructions:(cont.)
4. If the Condensation Reservoir contains visible moisture, remove by pulling down. Wash
in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Attach to Main Body by pushing up to
lock into place.
5. Turn the Lid upside down, grasp the Rubber Gasket on either side and pull up. Wash
gasket in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Insert the Rubber Gasket by
pushing it down inside the edge of the Lid, making sure the ‘v’ groove of the gasket is
centered around the wire ring on the Lid. NOTE: if the Rubber Gasket is not positioned
properly the appliance will not function normally.
6. After a period of time the Rubber Gasket may shrink, harden, or otherwise become
distorted under normal use. When this happens or other damage occurs, do not use the
appliance. The Rubber Gasket should be replaced. Contact the Customer Satisfaction
Department as described on Page 25 for instructions.
7. In order to maintain good performance of your NESCO®Professional 3-in-1 Cooker, the
bottom of the Removable Cooking Pot should be inspected and cleaned, if necessary,
after each use. Wipe with a soft damp cloth and dry thoroughly before using.
8. Never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads to clean any parts of this appliance, as
they will make fine scratches in the surface, especially on the polished surfaces.
9. Store your NESCO®Professional 3-in-1 Cooker with the Lid resting upside down on the
removable cooking Pot. This will protect the valves, knobs and pressure regulator on the
top of the Lid. If the appliance is stored with the Lid sealed, stale odors may form on the
inside.
Cleaning the Pressure Regulator Knob
Check to make sure the Pressure Regulator Knob and Pressure Safety Valve are in good
working order before each use. To clean, please follow the instructions below:
1. After the unit has cooled, remove the Lid.
2. Press down and turn the Pressure Regulator Knob clockwise past the Steam setting and
carefully lift and remove.
3. Turn the Lid upside down and set on a tabletop. Pull out the
Regulator Shield by firmly grasping with a soft cloth lifting
upwards (see illustration right). Using a small brush, check and
remove any food particles that may be lodged inside the
Regulator Shield and the Floating Valve. Push Regulator
Shield back in place.
4. Replace the Pressure Regulator Knob by lining the notches up
to the inside wall of the Pressure Regulator chamber in the Lid, then press down and
turn clockwise to latch.
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Pressure Cooker (cont.)
Pork Loin and Sauerkraut
Servings: 4 - 6
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Pressure Cooking Time: 50 - 60 minutes
1 2-1/4 lb. pork loin roast
1 (27 oz.) can sauerkraut
1/4 cup onion, chopped into large pieces
4 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 tsp. caraway seeds
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 cup water
Place meat in cooker. Add remaining ingredients to cooker and stir. Cover and lock lid in
place. Turn regulator knob to Pressure. Select HIGH cooking mode and cook 50 – 60
minutes. Release pressure by using the quick release method. Unlock and remove lid.
Spanish Rice & Chicken
Servings 4 - 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Pressure Cooking Time: 15 minutes
2 Tbsp. canola oil plus, 1 Tbsp. canola oil 1 large green pepper, seeded, and diced
3 lbs. boneless chicken thighs 3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked 1 (16 oz.) pkg. frozen corn
2-1/2 cups chicken broth 2 Tbsp. lime juice
1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes 3 tsp. salt
1 (6 oz.) can tomato sauce 2 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)
1 medium onion, chopped coarsely Flour tortillas (optional)
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in cooker, using the BROWN setting. In batches, brown chicken. Set
aside. Remove and discard skin. Discard juices remaining in cooker. Heat remaining
tablespoon of oil in cooker, lightly brown rice for about 2 minutes. Add chicken broth, diced
tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Stir thoroughly. Add onion, garlic, green pepper, corn, salt,
and lime juice. If you desire a spicier dish, add optional cayenne pepper. Mix well. Place
chicken pieces well into the rice mixture. Cover and lock lid in place. Turn regulator knob to
Pressure. Select HIGH cooking mode and cook 15 minutes. Release pressure by using the
quick release method. Unlock and remove lid. Note: Can be served with flour tortillas.
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Pressure Cooker (cont.)
Meaty Mini Lasagna Soup
Servings: 6 - 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Pressure Cooking Time: 5 minutes
2 lbs. lean ground meat 1/2 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. parsley
1 - 32 oz. carton or can beef broth 1 bay leaf
2 fresh tomatoes, chopped 1/2 tsp. pepper
1 cup tomato juice 1/2 tsp. salt
1 small onion, chopped 2-1/2 cups mini lasagna noodles
Place meat and garlic powder in cooker. Brown meat using the BROWN setting.
Add broth, tomatoes, tomato juice and onions. Mix well. Add next five seasonings. Cover
and lock lid in place. Turn regulator knob to Pressure. Select HIGH cooking mode and cook
5 minutes. Release pressure by using the quick release method. Unlock and remove lid.
Remove bay leave and add noodles to cooker. Set regulator knob to Steam. Select SLOW
COOK and set time. Press start. Cook until noodles are softened, about 10 - 15 minutes.
Release pressure by using the quick release method. Unlock and remove lid. Ready to
serve.
Ranch Pork Chops & Vegetables
Serving Size: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
6 medium pork chops
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 10-3/4 oz. can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 tsp. sage
1/2 pkg. dry ranch salad dressing mix
1 cup carrots, sliced
1 medium green pepper, seeded, cut into strips
1/2 cup onion, chopped
Cooked noodles or cooked rice
Paprika (optional)
Heat oil in cooker, using the BROWN setting. In batches, brown chops. Remove chops and
drain. Set chops aside. In cooker, combine soup, sage and salad dressing mix. Stir in
carrots, green peppers, onion and arrange chops over soup mixture. Add paprika (optional).
Cover and lock lid in place. Turn regulator knob to Pressure. Select HIGH cooking mode
and cook 15 minutes. Release pressure by using the quick release method. Unlock and
remove lid. Note: Can be served with hot pasta or rice.
Alternate: Slow Cook Method. Follow recipe above except select the SLOW COOK feature
for 3 to 4 hours.
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Cooking Timetables
Vegetables:
Before pressure cooking fresh vegetables, add 1 cup water and place steam basket in
cooking pot. Place a layer of vegetables on basket. Cover and lock lid in place. Turn
regulator knob to ‘Pressure’. Select ‘HIGH’ cooking mode and cook for time indicated
below. Remove from heat and use “natural method” for pressure release. Remove
vegetables, add desired seasonings and serve. NOTE: for cooking times exceeding
7 minutes, add an extra 1/2 cup water for each additional 5 minutes cooking time so
appliance does not boil dry.
Vegetables Cooking Time Pressure Setting
Artichoke 9 to 11 minutes High
Asparagus 1-1/2 to 2 minutes High
Beans, green 2 to 3 minutes High
Beets, small 11 to 13 minutes High
Broccoli flowerets 2 to 3 minutes High
Broccoli, stalks 3 to 4 minutes High
Brussels Sprouts 3 to 5 minutes High
Cabbage, shredded 90 seconds High
Cabbage, quartered 3 to 4 minutes High
Carrots, 2” 4 to 5 minutes High
Cauliflower, flowerets 2 to 3 minutes High
Celery (1” slices) 3 to 4 minutes High
Corn on the Cob 3 to 5 minutes High
Egg plant (1/2” chunks) 2 to 3 minutes High
Okra 2 to 3 minutes High
Onions 4 to 5 minutes High
Parsnips 2 to 4 minutes High
Pea Pods 2 to 3 minutes High
Potato (slices) 5 to 7 minutes High
Potato (whole, small) 5 to 8 minutes High
Potato (whole, medium) 11 to 15 minutes High
Rutabagas (1/2” thick) 5 to 6 minutes High
Spinach 2 to 3 minutes High
Squash, Fall (1” chunks) 4 to 6 minutes High
Squash, Summer (sliced) 1 to 2 minutes High
Sweet Potato (large) 5 to 7 minutes High
Sweet Potato (2” cubes) 2 to 3 minutes High
Tomatoes (quartered) 2 to 3 minutes High
Tomatoes (whole) 5 to 6 minutes High
Turnips (sliced) 1 to 2 minutes High
Zucchini (1/2” slices) 2 to 3 minutes High
Fruit:
When pressure cooking fresh fruits, follow the same guidelines as described above, except
select LOW cooking mode.
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Cooking Timetables (cont.)
Fruits Cooking Time Pressure Setting
Apples, fresh 3 - 4 minutes Low
Apples, chunks 2 minutes Low
Apricots, fresh 2 minutes Low
Apricots, dried 4 minutes Low
Berries, cherries 0 minutes* Low
Figs, dried 5 - 6 minutes Low
Peach halves, fresh 2 - 3 minutes Low
Peaches, dried 4 minutes Low
Pear halves, fresh 3 - 4 minutes Low
Prunes, dried 5 - 6 minutes Low
Raisins 4 - 5 minutes Low
*- bring to pressure, then turn heat source off.
Meats:
Meats Cooking Time Pressure Setting
Beef, Pork, Lamb,
(1- 2” cubes) 15 - 20 minutes
High
Beef / veal:
Roast, brisket (3 - 4 lbs)
Shank, 1-1/2 in. thick
50 - 60 minutes
25 - 30 minutes
High
High
Meatballs, browned 40 - 50 minutes High
Pork:
Loin roast (3 - 4 lbs)
Smoked butt
Ham shank
40 - 50 minutes
20 - 25 minutes
30 – 40 minutes
High
High
High
Chicken:
Boneless breast, thigh
Pieces (2 - 3 lbs)
Whole (3 - 4 lbs)
8 - 10 minutes
11 - 14 minutes
15 - 20 minutes
High
High
High
Turkey breast, whole 30 - 40 minutes High
Fish:
Steaks, fillets, 3/4 in. thick
1 in. thick
1-1/4 in. thick
1-1/2 in. thick
4 minutes
5 minutes
6 minutes
7 minutes
High
High
High
High
Beans:
To cook fresh beans, place desired amount of beans in bottom of 3-in-1 Cooker. Cover with
2 to 3 inches of water. Cover and lock lid in place. Turn regulator knob to Pressure. Select
suggested cooking mode (HIGH or LOW) and cooking times based on following charts.
When cooking is complete, release pressure using the natural method. Remove beans,
season as desired and serve. You will need to soak the beans unless otherwise noted.
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Pressure Cooker (cont.)
Cilantro Chicken Vegetable Soup
Servings 6 - 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Pressure Cooking Time: 10 minutes
2 lbs. boneless, skinless, chicken breast, 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
cubed 1 (10 oz.) package frozen corn kernels
2 quarts chicken broth 3 /4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
3 stalks celery, chopped 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups cooked white rice
1 small onion, chopped Garnish with cheese or tortilla chips
1 (14 oz.) can peeled and diced tomatoes
with juice
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded, chopped
1/2 tsp. cumin
Place broth, chicken, onion, celery, and garlic in cooker. Cover and bring to a boil using the
BROWN setting. Reduce heat using the WARM setting until chicken is tender. Add un-
drained tomatoes, bell pepper, cumin, cayenne pepper. Stir mixture. Add corn, green onion,
cilantro and rice. Mix well. Cover and lock lid in place. Turn regulator knob to Pressure.
Select HIGH cooking mode and cook 10 minutes. Release pressure by using the quick
release method. Unlock and remove lid. Garnish with cheese and tortilla chips and serve.
Hurried Curried Chicken
Servings 6 - 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Pressure Cooking Time: 25 minutes
8 boneless, skin-on chicken thighs 1/4 cup raisins
1 Tbsp. canola oil 5 garlic cloves, minced
2 onions, chopped coarse 2 Tbsp. curry powder
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 tsp. thyme
1 cup chicken broth 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 - 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes, drained 6 - 8 cups hot, cooked rice
1 small can tomato paste Optional: shaved almonds
1 mango, peeled, diced
Heat oil in cooker, using the BROWN setting. In batches, brown chicken. Remove browned
chicken from cooker to cool, remove and discard skin. Drain all but 1 tablespoon of fat from
cooker. Add onions, bell pepper and cook until softened. Add chicken broth, tomatoes, and
tomato paste and mix well. In a bowl, stir in mango, raisins, garlic, curry, thyme and cayenne
pepper. Place chicken thighs in cooker. Add mango mixture. Cover and lock lid in place.
Turn regulator knob to Pressure. Select HIGH cooking mode and cook 25 minutes. Release
pressure by using the quick release method. Unlock and remove lid. Serve with rice.
Garnish with shaved almonds, if desired.
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Pressure Cooker (cont.)
Chili con Chorizo
Servings: 6 - 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Pressure Cooking Time: 7 minutes
1 cup chorizo (Mexican cured sausage) 1 cup water
2 lbs. lean ground meat 2 tsp. salt
1 cup onion, chopped 1 tsp. paprika
2 Tbsp. shortening or vegetable oil 4 tsp. chili powder
1/4 cup green peppers, seeded, chopped 2-16 oz. cans chili beans, drained
2 cups tomatoes, chopped Serve with cornbread, optional
2 cups tomato juice
Heat oil in cooker, using the BROWN setting. Brown chorizo, ground meat and onions
together. Pour excess fat from cooker. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and lock lid in
place. Turn regulator knob to Pressure. Select HIGH cooking mode and cook 7 minutes.
Release pressure by using the quick release method. Unlock and remove lid.
Chocolate Cheesecake
Servings 8 - 10
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Pressure Cooking Time: 20 minutes
1 cup chocolate wafer cookie crumbs 2 Tbsp. butter, melted
Mix 1 Cup cookie crumbs & butter together. Press in bottom of 7” spring form pan. Set
aside.
1 cup water 2 eggs
2 8-oz. packages cream cheese, softened 6 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
2/3 cup sugar 3/4 cup chocolate wafer cookie crumbs
(Variation: Add 1 tsp. instant coffee to melted chocolate chips for a mocha cheesecake.)
Blend cream cheese in bowl with mixer until smooth. Gradually add sugar. Mix thoroughly.
Adding one egg at a time, mix until cheese is smooth. Fold in melted chocolate until
thoroughly blended. Add remaining 3/4 cup of cookie crumbs into mixture. Pour into spring
form pan over crust. Add water to cooker. Tear off a 6” piece of aluminum foil and fold in
half, lengthwise. This helps to remove pan after cooking cycle is complete. Place spring form
pan on foil and lower into cooker. Cover and lock lid in place. Turn regulator knob to
Pressure. Select HIGH cooking mode and cook 20 minutes. Release pressure by using the
quick release method. Unlock and remove lid. Remove cheesecake from cooker by lifting
up the ends of foil swing. Let cool to room temperature before refrigerating. For best results,
refrigerate overnight.
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Cooking Timetables (cont.)
Beans Cooking Time Pressure Setting
Adzuki 5 to 9 minutes High
Anaszi 4 to 7 minutes High
Appaloosa 11 to 14 minutes High
Baby Lima 5 to 7 minutes High
Black 9 to 11 minutes High
Black Eyed (do not soak) 9 to 12 minutes High
Calypso 4 to 7 minutes High
Cannelloni 9 to 12 minutes High
Chickpea 10 to 12 minutes High
Christmas Lima 8 to 10 minutes High
Cranberry 9 to 12 minutes High
Flageolet 10 to 14 minutes High
Great Northern 8 to 12 minutes High
Lentil, French Green (do not soak) 8 to 12 minutes Low
Lentil, Red (do not soak) 8 to 12 minutes Low
Lima (do not soak) 8 to 12 minutes Low
Navy 6 to 8 minutes High
Pink 8 to 10 minutes High
Pinto 4 to 6 minutes High
Rattlesnake 4 to 7 minutes High
Red 4 to 7 minutes High
Red Kidney 10 to 12 minutes High
Roman 11 to 14 minutes High
Runner 8 to 10 minutes High
Snow Cap 11 to 14 minutes High
Soldier 8 to 10 minutes High
Soybean 9 to 12 minutes High
Spanish Tolosanos 4 to 7 minutes High
Steuben Yellow Eye 11 to 14 minutes High
Tepary 8 to 10 minutes High
Soaking Methods for Beans
Overnight: Place three cups of cold water to each cup of sorted, rinsed beans in large
bowl. Allow to soak in a cool place overnight (or 8 to 10 hours). Drain water from beans
and rinse thoroughly. This method re-hydrates the beans, giving them a better texture with
great cooking results.
Fast Soak: If you are in a hurry, fast-soaking beans in the 3-in-1 Cooker will also work just
as well as overnight soaking. You will want to use 4 cups of water per 1 cup of sorted,
rinsed beans for this method. Add 1 teaspoon of salt per 1 cup of beans. Do not fill Cooking
Pot more than half full, because there may be some foaming during cooking. Use the
pressure setting recommended in the chart. Lock Lid in place, set pressure to HIGH and
program cooking time according to the chart above. When cooking is complete, use quick
release method (see page 7) to reduce pressure by turning the Pressure Regulator Knob to
Steam. When pressure is released, open Lid, drain and rinse well. Beans are ready for
adding to your favorite recipe.
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Hints and Tips:
•To ensure the best cooking performance when pressure cooking, always make
sure the recipe calls for at least 1 cup (8 oz.) of water or other liquid so enough
steam can be generated to create pressure.
•When using the HIGH or LOW pressure settings, the timer will not start counting
‘down’ until sufficient steam pressure is generated.
•When pressure cooking, if you are not sure how much cooking time is necessary,
it is better to ‘under’ cook. Then use the “quick release” method, remove Lid and
check for doneness.
•Never fill the Removable Cooking Pot more than half full with food or 2/3 full with
liquid. The 3-in-1 Cooker must have enough liquid to create steam or food will not
cook properly.
•If the 3-in-1 Cooker and other appliance(s) are plugged into the same electrical
outlet, an electrical overload may occur, causing the circuit breaker to open.
Make sure the 3-in-1 Cooker is plugged into a separate 120 volt electrical outlet.
•Tougher, less expensive cuts of meats are better suited for your NESCO®
Professional 3-in-1 Cooker because the steam pressure helps break down the
tough fibers in the meat making them more tender and palatable.
•Fresh fruit should be cooked under low pressure.
•When pressure cooking beans, add a teaspoon of oil to the water to reduce the
amount of foaming.
•Use handy Glass Lid to cover cooking pot to prevent spattering when browning
cuts of meat or when slow cooking foods.
•Any liquid such as oils, oil-based marinades and dressings should not be used in
3-in-1 Cooker.
•Liquids that contain water can be used when pressure cooking. These include
wine, beer, stocks, tomato and other vegetable and fruit juices. Wine must be
mixed with an equivalent amount of water because it evaporates quickly during
cooking.
NOTE: The boiling point of water decreases as the altitude increases, and this changes
your 3-in-1 Cooker’s performance. When pressure cooking at higher altitudes, the following
will apply: Add 5% to the cooking time for every 1,000 feet above the first 2,000 feet.
Example: At 3,000 feet add 5%; 4,000 feet add 10%; 5,000 feet add 15%; etc. Remember,
the longer you cook, the more liquid needs to be added to the 3-in-1 Cooker.
Troubleshooting:
If you have added sufficient water or other liquid, and the Floating Valve has not risen
after timer started counting ‘down’, perform the following steps:
1. Stop the 3-in-1 Cooker by pressing the START/STOP button.
2. Turn the Pressure Regulator Knob to Steam, using short bursts, until the pressure is
fully released.
3. Remove the Lid and add approximately 1 cup water, stock or other liquid. Stir food to
disperse the added liquid.
4. Replace Lid and lock into place. Turn Pressure Regulator Knob to Pressure.
5. Press HIGH or LOW pressure button and set the desired cooking time.
6. Press the START/STOP button to begin cooking again.
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Troubleshooting (Cont.)
If steam is escaping from under the Lid, the Rubber Gasket may be damaged,
defective or not positioned correctly, so please follow these steps:
1. Press the START/STOP button.
2. Release any pressure by turning the Pressure Regulator Knob to Steam, using short
bursts, until the pressure is fully released.
3. Remove the Lid and check the Rubber Gasket for tears, cracks or other signs of
damage.
4. Make sure Rubber Gasket is positioned correctly (see page 10) .
5. If Removable Cooking Pot is over 1/2 full of liquid, remove excess liquid. Replace Lid,
lock it in place. Turn Pressure Regulator Knob to Pressure. Press START/STOP button
and continue cooking.
If you cannot open or remove Lid, please follow these steps:
1. Make sure all pressure has been released by turning the Pressure Regulator Knob to
Steam position.
2 If the Lid will still not open, bring food contents up to pressure again by turning the
Pressure Regulator Knob to PRESSURE and press the START/STOP button.
3. Release the pressure completely as described in step 1.
4. If the Lid still does not open after all pressure has been released, contact our Customer
Satisfactin Department for assistance.
Recipes
Pressure Cooker
Breakfast Burritos
Servings: 6 - 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Pressure Cooking Time: 5 minutes
1/4 cup margarine
2 tsp. garlic, minced
1 cup chorizo (Mexician cured sausage)
1 small green pepper, seeded, diced
1 small yellow pepper, seeded, diced
2 roma tomatoes, chopped into large pieces
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
8 eggs
1 package tortillas
Melt margarine, using the BROWN setting. Add garlic, brown lightly. Add chorizo, continue
to brown and separate meat. Stir frequently. Remove meat mixture, drain fat, scrape off
brown bits and set aside. Add peppers in cooker, brown lightly. Add tomatoes, cayenne
pepper, brown lightly. Remove vegetables from cooker, set aside. Crack eggs into a bowl.
Pour eggs into cooker, lightly scramble, add meat and vegetable mixture. Cover and lock lid
in place. Turn regulator knob to Pressure. Select HIGH cooking mode and cook 5 minutes.
Release pressure by using the quick release method. Unlock and remove lid. Pour mixture
on tortilla, and serve.
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