Tower Hobbies T16004 Technical specifications

T16004
5 Litre Electric Pressure Cooker
Safety and Instruction Manual With Recipes
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
*Subject to registering Your Extended Guarantee online at www.towerhousewares.co.uk.

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1912 Midland Metal Spinners
was founded by George
Cadman, who was then
65 years old, as a metal
holloware manufacturing
company, in St. Mark’s Street,
Wolverhampton. They later
moved into the Tower and
Fort Works in Pelham Street,
which ultimately gave rise
to the famous Tower brand
name.
1937 Tower exhibited some
of their latest holloware
designs at the British
Industries Fair. As you can
see from the original poster,
their stand No. A410 must
have been a great sight as
it promoted their “Beautiful,
inexpensive, untarnishable
Plate, at prices all can afford
to pay”.
1961 Tower became one of
the largest manufacturers of
aluminium holloware, electric
kettles, tea pots and other
household articles with over
1,000 employees.
1974 Russell Hobbs took
ownership of the expanding
Tower brand.
Join the pressure cooker revolution
Tower pressure cookers cook
foods in about a third of the
time, preserve 95 per cent of
the vitamins, use almost 90
per cent less fuel and lock
in all the avour. Use your
Electric Pressure Cooker with
its non-stick pot to brown,
boil, steam, braise, stew and
roast. Perfect for vegetables,
meat, fruits, sh and grains.
Pressure cooking is the
process of cooking food,
using water or other cooking
liquid, in a sealed vessel
known as a pressure cooker.
Pressure cookers help to
seal all nutrients in the
food and save energy by
cooking up to 3 times faster
than conventional cooking
methods.
Pressure cookers heat
food quickly because the
internal steam pressure
from the boiling liquid
causes saturated steam (or
“wet steam”) to bombard
and cook the food. They
quickly simulate the effects
of simmering, braising and
other techniques. Two main
things happen with high
pressure steam - the boiling
point of the water in the pot
raises which in turn cooks
food faster and the pressure
raises, forcing liquid into
the food. When liquid and
moisture is forced into the
food quickly, not only does it
cook the food faster, it also
helps improve the cooking of
certain foods, such as making
meat very tender.
In conventional cooking,
water boils at 100° at
standard pressure and the
water evaporates as steam.
In a pressure cooker, the
trapped steam causes the
internal temperature and
pressure to rise resulting in
superheated water. After
use, the pressure is slowly
released so that the vessel
can be safely opened.

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Contents:
Please read this Manual carefully BEFORE using the using
the Electric Pressure Cooker for your own safety.
Thank you for purchasing this Tower Electric Pressure
Cooker. from the Tower range of products.
It has been designed to provide many years of trouble-free
cooking.
A wide range of food can be cooked in your pressure cooker,
including vegetarian, vegan and a wide range of ethnic
dishes.
There are many benets to using a Tower Electric Pressure
cooker:
• Foods retain more nutrients, vitamins and minerals and
are more tasty.
• Saves energy as cooking is done in just one container
on one heat source.
• Saves time when cooking – cooking can be up to 70%
faster.
• Less washing up is required as only one cooking pot is
used and the pressure cooker lid eliminates splashes
and boil overs.
1. Specications
Components and
structure
2. Technical data
3. Important Safety Information
4. Using your Appliance
5. Weights & Measures
6. Troubleshooting
7. Cleaning & Care
8. Recycling
9. Wiring Safety
10. Warranty Information
11. Your Receipt
12. Recipes
Whole chicken & Vegetables
Pork Pot Roast
Winter Warmer Beef Stew
See back page for Customer Service
Information.

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This box contains:
Pressure Cooker
Removable Non Stick
Cooking Pot
Rice Spoon
Steam Rack
Measuring Cup
Water Catch Pot
Instruction Manual
1. Safety Lock Override Pin
2. Lid
3. Float Valve Outlet
4. Lid Handle
5. Pressure Valve
6. Control Panel
7. Inner Pot
8. Steam Rack
9. Measuring cup
10. Rice spoon
11. Water catch pot
12. Sealing Ring
1 - Specications:
Structure of your appliance:
1 2 3 4 5
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7 8 9 10 11
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Description: 5 Litre Electric Pressure Cooker
Model: T16004
Rated Voltage: 220V-240V ~ 50Hz
Power Consumption: 1000 Watts
Documentation
We declare that this product conforms to the following product legislation in accordance
with the following directive(s):
2014/108/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
2014/95/EU Low Voltage Directive.
2011/65/EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
1935/2004/EC Materials & Articles in Contact With Food
(LFGB section 30 & 31).
2009/125/EC Eco-Design of Energy Related Products.
RK Wholesale LTD Quality Assurance, United Kingdom.
2 - Technical Data:
Guarantee:
Guarantee for spare parts
The removable non-stick
cooking pot, steam rack
and steam release valve are
guaranteed for 1 year from
date of purchase.
The main body and lid
are guaranteed for the
extended free warranty
subject to registration.
If any defect arises due to
faulty materials of
workmanship, the faulty
products must be
returned to the place of
purchase.
Refund or replacement is at
the discretion of the retailer.
The gasket (lid sealing
ring) should be checked
regularly (at least every six
months) for deterioration or
hardening of the rubber,
and should be replaced if
necessary.
Should you encounter problems or require a
replacement part, contact The Tower Customer
Support Team on: [phone].
Any necessary spare parts may be ordered from the
Tower website.
Your warranty becomes void should you decide to use
non Tower spare parts. Spare parts can be purchased
from www.towerhousewares.co.uk

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• This appliance cooks under
pressure. Improper use may
result in scalding injury.
Make certain unit is properly
closed before operating.
See Operating Instructions
before beginning.
• DO NOT open the pressure
cooker until the unit has
cooled and internal pressure
has been released. Any
pressure in the cooker can
be hazardous.
• DO NOT attempt to use
the safety lock override pin
whilst the cooker is under
pressure.
• Steam may also release from
steam release hole located
at the back of the lid.
• Always check the pressure
release devices for clogging
before use, rinse the steam
valve under warm water
to release any debris
obstructing the vent.
Always check inside the
lid, underneath the steam
vent for any unwanted food
clogging.
• DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
Use handles and pot holders
• DO NOT place the pressure
cooker in a heated oven.
• Extreme caution must
be used when moving a
pressure cooker containing
hot liquids.
• DO NOT use this pressure
cooker for pressure frying
with oil.
• Never ll the unit over 4⁄5
full when cooking; however,
when cooking foods that
expand such as dried fruits,
or vegetables, the unit must
never be over 2⁄5 full. 2⁄5 full
means the food, as well as all
other ingredients and liquids
combined.
• DO NOT cook foods such
as apple sauce, beans,
cranberries, pearl barley,
oatmeal or other cereals,
rice, split peas, noodles,
macaroni, rhubarb, or
spaghetti.
• Check that the voltage of the
main circuit corresponds with
the rating of the appliance
before operating.
• If the supply cord or
appliance is damaged,
stop using the appliance
immediately and seek advice
from the manufacturer, its
service agent or a similarly
qualied person.
Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your
Tower appliance
3 - Important Safety Information:

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• DO NOT let the cord hang
over the edge of a table
or counter or let it come
into contact with any hot
surfaces.
• DO NOT carry the appliance
by the power cord.
• DO NOT use any extension
cord with this appliance.
• DO NOT pull the plug out
by the cord as this may
damage the plug and/or the
cable.
• Switch off at the wall socket
then remove the plug from
the socket when not in use
or before cleaning.
• Switch off and unplug before
tting or removing tools/
attachments, after use and
before cleaning.
• Close supervision is
necessary when any
appliance is used by or near
children.
• Children should not play
with the appliance.
• This appliance can be
used by children aged
from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge
if they have been given
supervision or instruction
concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards
involved.
• Cleaning and user
maintenance should not
be undertaken by children
without supervision.
• Take care when any
appliance is used near pets.
• DO NOT use this product
for anything other than its
intended use.
• This appliance is for
household use only.
• DO NOT use the appliance
outdoors.
• In the unlikely event the
appliance develops a fault,
stop using it immediately
and seek advice from the
Customer Support Team:
[phone]

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Before rst use:
• Before using the unit for the rst time, carefully clean the unit and all the items that will
come into contact with food.
• Do not use any abrasive detergents, brushes with metal or nylon bristles or sharp objects
such as knives or spatulas for cleaning the appliance and accessories, use a sponge or
cloth dampened in warm water to avoid any damage.
• Remove the lid by twisting the handle anticlockwise.
Using your Pressure Cooker:
1. Place your Pressure Cooker on a stable, heat resistant surface.
2. Connect power lead to the base of the Pressure Cooker and plug in at the wall.
3. Attach the transparent water catch pot to the back of the unit. This will catch any excess
water from the rim during cooking.
4. Take the cook pot and t it into the base of the Pressure Cooker.
5. Place your ingredients in the cook pot, taking care not to exceed the quantities marked
inside the cook pot.
6. To t the lid, rst check that the gasket ring is in place. Place the lid on the unit and turn it
clockwise to close. Ensure that the safety release pin (on rear of lid) and the condensation
pot are aligned on the back of the Pressure Cooker.
7. Select the required cooking function on the control panel by turning the dial.
8. To release the built up steam turn the steam release valve clockwise or anti clockwise until
all steam has released. Once the steam release valve has been turned, the safety valve
pin at the rear of the lid will then drop down, allowing the Pressure Cooker to be opened.
Note: the safety valve pin MUST be kept clean and free from debris and food residue/grease.
9. You can now turn the lid anticlockwise to open.
Fitting The Lid:
To t the lid, place on to base unit and twist the handle to t into in place. Ensure that the
safety release pin (on the rear of the lid) and the condensation pot are aligned on the back of
the Pressure Cooker base.
To remove the lid once cooking has nished, turn the steam release valve to release pressure.
Once the pressure has dropped, the safety valve located on the rear of the lid will release. Turn
the handle anti-clockwise to remove the lid.
4 - Using Your Appliance

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Keep Warm:
• After the cooking process has nished the cooker will automatically go into the Keep
Warm setting.
• Turn the dial to the OFF position to cancel.
• Whilst on the Keep Warm setting the cooker will stay between 65-70°C, if the temperature
rises above 70°C, the cooker will stop heating until the temperature falls within the normal
range again.
• If the temperature falls below 65°C it will start to heat back up to 70°C.
Adding ingredients during cooking:
1. To add ingredients to the pressure cooker during cooking you must rst de-pressurise the
cooker by turning the steam release valve .
2. Open the lid to the pressure cooker and add your extra ingredients.
3. To replace the lid pull out the safety lock override pin to disable the pressure lock.
4. Once the lid is securely in position the safety lock override pin will spring back into
5. place.
6. Select you cooking function once again and adjust to the remaining time.
7. Turn the dial to the correct cooking time.
FOOD/ FILL LEVEL: 1/5 2/5 3/5 4/5
Rice 15 minutes 20 minutes 25 minutes 30 minutes
Chicken 20 minutes 25 minutes 30 minutes 35 minutes
Porridge/Soup 20 minutes 28 minutes 35 minutes 40 minutes
Casserole 30 minutes 35 minutes 40 minutes 45 minutes
Beef 35 minutes 40 minutes 45 minutes 50 minutes
Cooking Rice:
1. Measure out your required amount of rice using the measuring cups provided, then wash
your rice under cold water.
2. Place washed rice into the cooking pot and place the required amount of water into the
cooking pot, following the measuring guide inside the cooking pot.
3. Place the lid on the unit and turn it clockwise to close. Ensure your steam release valve is
in the closed position, with the circle facing the arrow.
4. Turn your dial to the correct setting depending on how much rice you have used.
5. The pressure cooker will now start to warm up to the correct temperature before
commencing to the cooking time.
6. When the pressure cooker has nished cooking a beep will be heard and it will automatically
go into keep warm mode.
7. To release the built up steam turn the steam release valve clockwise or anti clockwise until
all steam has released.
8. Once the steam release valve has been turned, the safety valve pin at the rear of the lid
will then drop down, allowing the pressure cooker to be opened.
Note: the safety valve pin MUST be kept clean and free from debris and food residue/grease.
9. Turn the handle anti-clockwise to remove the lid.

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Making Porridge:
1. According to your recipe, add the oats and water to the cooking pot.
2. Place the lid on to the cooking pot and turn it clockwise to close. Ensure your steam release
valve is in the closed position, with the circle facing the arrow.
3. Select the Porridge function on the dial by turning the timer.
4. The cooking function will start once the Pressure Cooker has reached the correct
temperature.
5. Once cooking is complete, the pressure cooker will beep and the keep warm function
will start.
6. Turn the steam valve to release steam. Once the Pressure Cooker has depressurised, you
can open the lid.
7. You can now turn the lid anticlockwise to open. The porridge is now ready to serve.
Pressure Cooking Meat:
1. Add your joint of meat to the Pressure Cooker add stock to at least 1 depth full and add
any other ingredients if required.
2. Close the lid and steam valve.
3. Turn the dial to the Meat function – it takes approximately 45 minutes for a medium joint.
Amend the cooking time as required.
4. Once the Pressure Cooker has pressurised, the cooking function will commence.
5. When the cooking time is complete you will hear a beep and the keep warm cycle will start.
6. Turn the steam valve to release steam. Once the Pressure Cooker has depressurised, you
can open the lid, remove the meat and serve.
Note: It is recommended to brown your meat before cooking.
Making Stew:
1. Add your ingredients and stock to the cooking pot.
2. If using meat, brown before adding to the cook pot.
3. Close the lid and steam valve.
4. Turn the dial to the Meat function and cook for approx. 45 minutes.
5. After the Pressure Cooker has reached the correct temperature, the cooking process will
start.
6. When complete you will hear a beep and the keep warm function will automatically
commence.
7. Turn the steam valve to release steam. Once the Pressure Cooker has depressurised, you
can open the lid.
8. Your stew is now ready to serve.
Cooking Pulses:
1. Rinse pulses/beans in water.
2. Follow the instructions on your packet of pulses for the pulse to water ratio required.
3. Close the lid and steam valve.
4. Turn the dial to reach the Tendon/Beans function, and adjust the time as required.
5. After the Pressure Cooker has reached the correct temperature, the cooking process will
start.
6. When complete you will hear a beep and the keep warm function will automatically
commence.
7. Turn the steam valve to release steam.
8. Once the Pressure Cooker has depressurised, can open the lid and remove your pulses -
drain, rinse and then use.
Note: Once complete the pulses/beans will have softened and should be rm to the bite.

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Cooking Chicken:
1. Place your chicken into the Pressure Cooker and add your chicken stock.
2. Close the lid and steam valve.
3. Turn the dial to the Chicken function and adjust the time as required.
4. Once the Pressure Cooker has reached the correct temperature the steaming process
will commence.
5. When the cooking time is complete you will hear a beep and the keep warm cycle will start.
6. Turn the steam valve to release steam. Once the Pressure Cooker has depressurised, you
can open the lid, remove the meat and serve.
7. Your chicken is now ready to serve.
Steaming:
Using the included steam rack allows you to use your Pressure Cooker for steaming.
1. Add water to the cooking pot, ensuring it is above the minimum water ll level. For steaming
the water level must not be above the steam rack.
2. Place the steam rack onto the ridge inside the cooking pot carefully; making sure it is t
securely.
3. Place your ingredients on to the steam rack and season to your taste.
4. Now close the lid and steam valve.
5. Then turn the dial to the required setting. For example a half full pot of potatoes, carrots
and beans will take approximately 20 minutes to steam. Adjust the cooking time as required.
6. Once the Pressure Cooker has reached the correct temperature the steaming process
will commence.
7. When the cooking time is complete you will hear a beep and the keep warm cycle will start.
8. Turn the steam valve to release steam. Once the Pressure Cooker has depressurised, you
can open the lid.
9. Your food is now ready to serve.
Temperatures and Pressure:
Function Temperature °C Pressure/KPa
Rice 160 50-70
Chicken 160 50-70
Pulses 160 50-70
Porridge 160 50-70
Meat 160 50-70
Steam 160 50-70
Stew 160 50-70

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Check these charts for basic imperial to metric conversions
of weights.
Food Allergies
Important Note: Some of the recipes contained in this document may contain nuts and/
or other allergens. Please be careful when making any of our sample recipes that you ARE
NOT allergic to any of the ingredients. For more information on allergies, please visit the
Food Standards Agency’s website at: www.food.gov.uk
5 - Weights & Measures
Metric Imperial US cups
250ml 8 oz 1 cup
180ml 6  oz 3/4 cup
150ml 5 oz 2/3 cup
120ml 4 oz 1/2 cup
75ml 2 1/2 oz 1/3 cup
60ml 2 oz 1/4 cup
30ml 1 oz 1/8 cup
15ml 1/2 oz 1 tablespoon
Imperial Metric
1/2 oz 15g
1 oz 30g
2 oz 60g
3 oz 90g
4 oz 110g
5 oz 140g
6 oz 170g
7 oz 200g
8 oz 225g
9 oz 255g
10 oz 280g
11 oz 310g
12 oz 340g
13 oz 370g
14 oz 400g
15 oz 425g
1 lb 450g

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Questions Answers
Is the steam release
valve supposed to
be loose? Yes. If it wasn’t loose it would not lift and drop during operation.
Are there recipes for
this other than ones
in the manuals?
Yes, any recipe intended for a pressure cooker will cook in the
product.
Why is the lid stuck? The lid can become stuck if it is not sitting correctly before locking. Before closing the lid, ensure it is at prior to twisting into closed
position.
How do you know
that the cooker has
stopped? The product will beep 3 times.
How do I set the
cooker to build
pressure?
Fill the product with food & liquid to be cooked, Press start on a
desired setting and the cooker will pressurise.
Note: yogurt and cake settings will not pressurise.
Can I cook rice in the
pressure cooker?
It is not recommended to cook white rice in the pressure cooker,
due to the starch in the rice foaming up under pressure. However
due to the lower starch content, brown rice may be cooked in the
pressure cooker.
How long does the
keep warm setting
last? The keep warm setting will stay on until it is manually switched off.
6 - Trouble Shooting & Faq’s

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DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT
Appliances bearing the symbol shown here may not be disposed of in domestic rubbish.
You are required to dispose of old electrical and electronic appliances like this separately.
Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or www.recyclenow.co.uk for access to information
about the recycling of electrical items.
Please visit www.weeeireland.ie for access to information about the recycling of
electrical items purchased in Ireland.
The WEEE directive, introduced in August 2006, states that all electrical items must be
recycled, rather than taken to landll.
Please arrange to take this appliance to your local Civic Amenity site for
recycling, once it has reached the end of its life.
1. Remove plug from the mains socket, and allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning.
2. Do not immerse the base unit of the appliance in water and make sure no water enters
the appliance.
3. Clean the base unit by wiping it with a damp cloth. A little detergent can be added if the
appliance is heavily soiled.
4. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool or any form of strong solvents or abrasive cleaning
agents to clean the appliance, as they may damage the outside surfaces of the appliance.
5. Clean all accessories in warm soapy water, do not use any scouring pads, steel wool or any
strong solvents or abrasive cleaning agents when cleaning accessories.
6. After every use please remove, empty, clean and replace the water catch pot.
IMPORTANT!
Allow to dry fully after cleaning before using again.
Do not use the appliance if damp. Ensure the appliance is completely clean and dry before
storing.
Storage:
To store your appliance:
1. Unplug power cord from the power outlet and clean as above.
2. Allow the appliance to dry fully.
3. Store on a at, dry level surface out of reach of children.
7 - Cleaning & Care
8 - Recycling

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WARNING:
This appliance MUST be earthed
9 - Wiring Safety for UK Use Only
IMPORTANT
As the colours in the
mains lead of this
appliance may not
correspond with the
coloured markings
identifying the terminals
in your plug, please
proceed as follows:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue neutral [N] Brown live [L]
Green/Yellow [EARTH]
Plug Fitting Details (Where Applicable).
The wire coloured blue is the neutral and
must be connected to the terminal marked
[N] or coloured black.
The wire coloured brown is the live wire and
must be connected to the terminal marked
[L] or coloured red.
The wire coloured green/yellow must be
connected to the terminal marked with the
letter [E] or marked .
On no account must either the brown or
the blue wire be connected to the [EARTH]
terminal .
Always ensure that the cord grip is fastened
correctly.
The plug must be tted with a fuse of the
same rating already tted and conforming to
BS 1362 and be ASTA approved.
If in doubt consult a qualied electrician who
will be pleased to do this for you.
Non-Rewireable Mains Plug
If your appliance is supplied with a non-
rewireable plug tted to the mains lead and
should the fuse need replacing, you must
use an ASTA approved one (conforming to
BS 1362 of the same rating).
If in doubt, consult a qualied electrician
who will be pleased to do this for you.
If you need to remove the plug – disconnect
it from the mains – and then cut it off of the
mains lead and immediately dispose of it in
a safe manner. Never attempt to reuse the
plug or insert it into a socket outlet as there
is a danger of an electric shock.
FUSE

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This product is guaranteed for 12 months from
the date of original purchase.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials of
workmanship, the faulty products must be
returned to the place of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the
retailer.
The Following Conditions Apply:
• The product must be returned to the
retailer with proof of purchase or a receipt.
• The product must be installed and
used in accordance with the instructions
contained in this instruction guide.
• It must be used only for domestic
purposes.
• It does not cover wear and tear, damage,
misuse or consumable parts.
• Tower has limited liability for incidental
or consequential loss or damage.
This guarantee is valid in the UK and Eire only.
The standard one year guarantee is only
extended to the maximum available for each
particular product upon registration of the
product within 28 days of purchase. If you do
not register the product with us within the 28
day period, your product is guaranteed for 1
year only.
To validate your extended warranty, please
visit www.towerhousewares.co.uk and register
with us online. Alternatively, call our customer
registration line on
[phone].
Please note that length of extended warranty
offered is dependent on product type and that
each qualifying product needs to be registered
individually in order to extend its warranty past
the standard 1 year.
Extended warranty is only valid with proof of
purchase or receipt.
As a thank you for purchasing
one of our fantastic products,
we are offering you an extra
2 years peace of mind in
addition to your 1 year
guarantee.
To receive your extra 2 year
guarantee, register your
appliance online within 28
days of purchase by visiting
www.towerhousewares.co.uk
10 - Warranty

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Afx your store receipt to
this page for safe keeping.
11 - Your Receipt

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NOTES

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NOTES

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Recipes for your Pressure Cooker
If you want to get in and out of the kitchen fast and serve your family wholesome, nutritious,
home cooked meals, then the Tower electric pressure cooker is just the appliance for you and
your family. No more junk food, no expensive fast food or pre-packaged “dinners” with their
high fat, salt, chemicals and other unwanted additives. Pressure cooking uses superheated
steam under pressure to force the avour into foods, so steaming will always be better than the
destructive effects of boiling which is constantly washing the avour out.
With an incredibly wide array of functions, you can cook nutritious meals in record time and
preserve vitamins and essential nutrients because foods cook quickly in an almost airless
environment with very little liquid. And with a large 5 litre capacity, whatever you make you have
enough room to feed the whole family whilst saving up to 70% on energy. We have included
these three basic recipes to help you get started, so don’t be afraid to dive in and experiment.
Cooking Tips:
• Try placing your veg on the steam rack with the minimum amount of water required. Save
the remaining liquid after cooking for stock.
• If your vegetables are still steaming after being removed from your pressure cooker, they’re
still cooking! If your recipe calls for vegetables that are al dente, try running cold water
over them in the sink to stop the cooking process.
• Cut ingredients into uniform sized pieces for evenly cooked food.
• Use fresh herbs when cooking meat. Pressure cooking tends to infuse the avour of all the
ingredients you cook together. Put fresh herbs in the pressure cooker whole, including
the stems.
• When you cook with dried beans, lentils, rice or other foods that expand and absorb liquids,
don’t ll the pressure cooker more than half full.