Viking 4050-28Q Use and care manual

Viking® 8 Qt. Stainless
Steel Pressure Cooker
Model 4050-28Q
Cooking Guide, Recipes,
Use & Care Guidelines &
Warranty Information

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Make the Cover Recipe
Arroz con Pollo (Latin Style Chicken and Rice)
This is the classic Latin rice with chicken made in the pressure cooker for a
complete meal in just a few minutes. This recipe can easily be cut in half to
make 4 servings
8 bone in skin on chicken thighs well trimmed of extra fat and skin
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 carrots peeled and chopped
1 onion peeled and chopped
1 green or Italian frying pepper chopped
1 yellow bell pepper chopped
1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
1 tomato chopped
1
/
2teaspoon saron threads or 1 teaspoon turmeric
2 cups rice medium grain or long grain
2
1
/
2cups chicken stock or broth
1 cup frozen green peas soaked in hot water to thaw
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper. Place the pressure
cooker pot over medium high heat and add the 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
When almost smoking add 3 of the chicken thighs skin side down and cook
until golden brown, about 5 - 7 minutes, and remove to a plate and continue
browning the rest of the chicken and set aside.
• Add the onions carrot and peppers to the pot and cook stirring for 5 - 7
minutes of until the vegetables soften. Add the saron or turmeric and
tomatoes and stir again. Add the rice and stir to combine.
• Add the chicken pieces to the pot pushing them into the rice mixture. Add the
stock. Place the lid on the pressure cooker and cook on high pressure for 12
minutes and let stand for 15 minutes and remove the lid and add the peas and
stir.
• Remove the chicken from the rice and scoop the rice onto a platter add the
chicken on top and sprinkle with chopped cilantro and serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 - 40 minutes, plus 15 minutes resting time
Serves: 8

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Thank you for purchasing the Viking®Stainless Steel
Pressure Cooker
This manual is intended to help you get the best possible performance out of your
purchase. The Viking Pressure Cooker was designed, manufactured, and tested
to meet our highest standards of performance while maintaining your personal
safety.
Reading this manual carefully and following the guidelines below will help extend
the life of your pressure cooker, and provide you with many hours of cooking
enjoyment.
Table of Contents
Important Safety Information ............................................... 4
Before Using Your Pressure Cooker for the First Time ......................... 5
Getting To Know Your Viking 8 Qt. Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker ............ 6
Parts & Features ........................................................... 6
Instructions for Use ........................................................ 7
Cooking ................................................................... 7
Cooling & Depressurizing ................................................... 8
Opening the Pressure Cooker ............................................... 9
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 9
Caring for Your Pressure Cooker ........................................... 10
Cooking Guidelines & Best Practices ........................................ 12
Cooking Guide ............................................................ 12
Recipes .................................................................. 14
Limited 10-Year Warranty .................................................. 15
Customer Service ......................................................... 15
NOTE: If you have additional questions or concerns, or wish to return product(s),
please contact Viking Customer Service at 877.533.2547. Please do not return this
product to the store.
Please Save These Instructions for Future Reference!

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Important Safety Information
Read this manual carefully before first use and keep for
future reference.
When using your pressure cooker, basic safety precautions should always be
observed, including the following:
1. Do not use the pressure cooker for anything outside its intended use. The
Viking Pressure Cooker is intended for home use only. Only a person familiar
with the pressure cooker’s usage and guidelines should be in control of the
pressure cooker at any given time.
2. Children should not come in contact with the pressure cooker during use. Keep
out of reach of children when not in use.
3. Do not directly touch the pressure cooker exterior during use in order to
prevent possible severe burning and injury. Use the handles on the side of
cooking vessel for safe handling.
4. Never place hands, arms, or face over the pressure adjustment valve or pressure
indicator when the pressure cooker is in use.
5. Always turn pressure adjustment valve and pressure indicator away from your
body, face and hands when in use.
6. Don’t touch the pressure indicator when cooker is in use.
7. Don’t touch the pressure adjustment valve when cooker is in use.
8. Never place pressure cooker in a heated oven or microwave.
9. Avoid using the pressure cooker to cook foods that tend to bubble and spatter
and that could block the pressure indicator, such as applesauce, cereal, pasta,
oatmeal, barley, or soy beans.
10. Don’t place frozen meat or poultry into pressure cooker. Always make sure food
is completely thawed before cooking.
11. Make sure that the cooker, the pressure control valve, pressure indicator, seal
gasket, lid are properly cleaned prior to every use.
12. Make sure that the cooker is properly closed before you build pressure, and that
the pressure valve and pressure indicator is not clogged.
13. Don’t try to disassemble or tamper with the pressure indicator. Any changes or
alterations to the pressure indicator will void this warranty, and could lead to
possible injury.
14. Never add baking soda to the pressure cooker during use. Also avoid using
excessive amounts of oil or wine for best results.
15. Always make sure the pressure cooker is on a stable surface when using.
16. Ensure that the diameter of the heating surface is smaller than the diameter of
the pressure cooker. When using a gas stove, ensure that the flame does not
extend beyond the diameter of the pressure cooker.
17. Don’t place anything on the cooker, the pressure adjustment valve or pressure
indicator during use.

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18. Always check the pressure adjustment valve and pressure indicator for clogging
before use.
19. Use extreme caution when moving the cooker in order to avoid spilling, burning
or injury. Keep the pressure cooker level when transferring it from one location
to another.
20.Never attempt to open the lid of the pressure cooker when it is pressurized or
before the vessel has been completely cooled and depressurized.
21. Never exceed 2
/3fill capacity (Maximum mark) of the cooking vessel when
adding water or other liquids. Limit water to 1 /3capacity of the vessel when
cooking, rice, vegetables, beans or any other food that expands during cooking.
22.Don’t leave any remaining ingredients, salt, sugar, vinegar, water, or food
residue left from cooking in the vessel for an extended period of time in order
to avoid staining and discoloration.
23. Keep the pressure cooker dry after cleaning.
24.Always use genuine Viking replacement parts. Use of any substitute parts will
void your warranty.
Before Using Your Pressure Cooker for the First Time
1. Read this instruction manual carefully before first use and save for future
reference, especially the “Important Safety Information” listed above.
2. Make sure all packaging material has been removed from the box and pressure
cooker before first use.
3. Hand wash the interior and exterior the of the pressure cooker and stainless
steel steaming basket and trivet before first use with soapy water with a non-
abrasive cleaning surface, rinse, and dry completely.

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Getting to Know Your Viking 8 Qt. Stainless Steel
Pressure Cooker
Parts & Features
1. Stay-Cool Handles – Bakelite handles are securely attached to the cooker for
comfort, safety and durability
2. Easy Lock Dial Knob – Easily opens (or securely locks) the lid in place with
one hand
3. Pressure Indicator – Raises up when pressure builds inside the pressure cooker
locking the lid. Also releases steam at if the cooker becomes over pressurized
4. Pressure Adjustment Valve – May be turned to select the desired pressure
setting prior to cooking or to release steam after cooking is complete
5. Steam Vent – This vent releases steam when the Pressure Adjustment Valve is
turned to the “Release” setting
6. Lid – The unique locking rim secures the lid in any position with no threading or
aligning needed
7. Gasket – This silicone ring provides a seal between the lid and the base
8. Base – Features a durable heavy duty encapsulated base with a stainless steel
exterior that is suitable for gas, electric, and induction cook tops
9. Volume Markings – Handy markings in both quarts and liters make measuring
and filling quick and easy and show the maximum fill level
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3
5
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Instructions for Use
1. Ensure that pressure release valve is in the proper position before each use.
Make sure the pressure release valve, pressure indicator, and sealing gasket are
clean, unobstructed and functioning properly. Make sure Easy Lock Dial Knob
closes and releases without obstruction, and that the seal gasket is properly in
place under the lid before securing the lid.
2. To ensure proper performance of the pressure cooker, you must add at least a
minimum of 1
/
4 Liter (just over 1
/
4Quart) of water or liquid in order to generate
steam. Never use the pressure cooker without using this minimum amount.
Never exceed liquid volume of 2
/
3of the cooker’s capacity.
3. Closing the pressure cooker: First, make sure Easy Lock Dial Knob is in the
“Open” position and that the two clamps are fully open. Set the lid on the
cooker evenly, aligning the lid with the body of the pot. Twist the Easy Lock Dial
Knob counterclockwise until the knob coincides with “Closed” mark and the
dial can no longer turn or no longer “clicks.” It may be necessary to apply some
downward pressure to the lid to ensure it is properly closed. Use two hands if
necessary to ensure the lid is properly closed.
Cooking
1. When moving or handling the pressure cooker, always hold the Bakelite handles
on both sides of the pressure cooker and keep it level at all times.
2. The pressure cooker should always sit flat on the burner or heat source. When
using an electric stove, ensure that the diameter of the heating surface is
smaller than the diameter of the pressure cooker. When using a gas stove,
ensure that the flame does not extend beyond the diameter of the pressure
cooker.
3. Choose desired working pressure on the pressure control valve to position “1”
Low (1 to 8 PSI – 1 to 60 kPa), or position “2” High (8 to 15 PSI – 60 to 100 kPa)
according to your cooking needs. (See below.)
PSI = Pounds of pressure per square inch
kPa = kilopascal
Position 2
High Pressure
8 - 15 PSI (60 - 100 kPa)
Position 1
Low Pressure
1 - 8 PSI (1 - 60 kPa)
Release
To release steam from
the pressure cooker

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Cooking (cont.)
4. Turn heat source to high until the cooker is just beginning to pressurize and
steam is released. At this point, the pressure indicator may release a small
amount of steam. This could last several minutes. Once no more steam is
released, the pressure indicator will begin to rise and goes into a full “up”
position. It is important to note that a hissing sound is consistent with
normal use.
5. Once the pressure indicator is in the “up”
position, turn down the heat source to low in
order to maintain a constant pressure and to
avoid excessive heat and steam release. Continue
to monitor cooker to make sure the pressure
indicator remains in the “up” position. If the
pressure indicator drops back down, increase the
heat until it is back in the “up” position.
WARNING!
Once the pressure indicator is in the “up”
position as indicated in the image to the left, the
vessel is fully pressurized. This means that the
lid cannot be opened at this time. Any attempt
to remove the lid once the unit is pressurized
could result in sever burning or injury.
6. Cooking times always start once the pressure cooker is completely pressurized.
Time should be noted accordingly.
Cooling & Depressurizing
Once cooking time has been reached, cooling and depressurizing the pressure
cooker before opening the lid safely can be accomplished in three ways.
1. Always take great care to avoid burning. In order to prevent burning, we
recommend the use of oven mitts for additional protection when handling
the pressure cooker when in use. Take extra care to make sure that steam is
released away from hands or the body, turn the pressure control valve to the
release position, allowing the steam to completely release. A brief, loud hissing
noise, accompanied by the release of steam, indicates the release of pressure
and should be expected. This is known as a “FAST RELEASE.”
2. Move the pressure cooker from heat source using the handles (use kitchen
gloves for extra caution) and place into a sink without water. Open the tap and
rinse the lid with cool water (avoid putting water on the handle or pressure
control valve) until the red indicator of the pressure indicator begins to fall
down. This method can reduce pressure quickly and is also considered a “FAST
RELEASE.”
3. Turn o heat source and let the pressure cooker cool down on its own for
several minutes. The lid can be opened after the red indicator on the locking
valve has come down completely. This is considered a “SLOW RELEASE.”

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Opening the Pressure Cooker
In order to open the lid, the pressure cooker
must be completely depressurized, with the
pressure indicator completely in the “down”
position as indicated in the image to the left.
Use one of your hands to hold onto one handle
of body, the other hand to turn the Easy Lock
Dial Knob clockwise until it stops turning. You
can now open the lid.
WARNING!
Never depress the pressure indicator and
attempt to remove the lid when the pressure
cooker is under pressure.
Troubleshooting
If you are experiencing issues during cooking, remove the pressure cooker from
the heat source and move to a sink. Slowly pour cold water on the lid until the
cooker is completely cooled and depressurized. Use the following table to resolve
the problem.
Problem Possible Cause Solution
After heating, the red
pressure indicator won’t
rise
1) The lid is not properly closed
2) The gasket is not seated
correctly or is dirty
3) The gasket is damaged
4) The pressure control valve is
not in correct position
1) Check and re-close the lid
2) Wash or replace the gasket,
check gasket placement
3) Replace the gasket
4) Make sure the valve is not in
“Release” position
After heating, there is
sound from the pressure
indicator, but no steam
comes out
1) The pressure indicator is
blocked
2) It is dry cooking
3) The cooking surface is not
level
1) Remove food residue or
obstructions from pressure
indicator
2) Add more liquid to the cooker
3) Make sure heating surface is
level
Excessive or erratic
amounts of steam come
out the cooker
1) Too much food or liquid in the
cooker
2) Cooker is too hot
1) Cool cooker and verify
maximum capacity level has
not been exceeded (maximum
line, 2
/3full)
2) Reduce heat to cooker
Steam is escaping from
the under the lid
1) The lid is not properly closed
2) The gasket is not seated
properly or is dirty
3) The sealing gasket is damaged
4) The rim of pressure cooker has
been damaged
1) Check and re-close the lid
2) Wash or replace the gasket
and check placement
3) Replace the gasket
4) Stop using pressure cooker

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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Easy Lock Dial Knob is
dicult to open or close
1) The gasket is damaged
2) The gasket is not seated
properly or is dirty
3) The red pressure indicator is
not fully in the “down” position
1) Order new gasket and replace
2) Wash or replace the gasket,
check gasket placement
3) Reduce heat, cool cooker and
ensure it is fully depressurized,
then manually depress red
pressure indicator
Troubleshooting (cont.)
If you are experiencing issues during cooking, remove the pressure cooker from
the heat source and move to a sink. Slowly pour cold water on the lid until the
cooker is completely cooled and depressurized. Use the following table to resolve
the problem.
Using the Steamer Basket
• Your Viking Pressure Cooker comes with a stainless steel steamer basket
designed with holes to help steam vegetables, fruit, or fish. Simply place
the wire trivet in the bottom of the cooker and place the basket on top of it
as indicated in the image below.
• Add 3 Cups of water to the cooker when steaming.
• We recommend using an oven mitt to remove the basket after cooking.
Wire Trivet
Steamer Basket

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Caring for Your Viking Pressure Cooker
Maintaining Cooking Vessel/Body
• Clean with a mild detergent like dish washing liquid and hot water by hand.
• Dry thoroughly after each use by hand.
• Avoid using any metal brushes and other harsh objects to scrub the surface.
• Avoid using any industrial detergents or highly concentrated cleaning products.
• We do not recommend placing the body in a dishwasher
• In order to remove burnt-on residue, soak the residue with hot water and let
soak for several hours. Use a soft wooden spatula or non-abrasive scrubbing
pad to loosen residue. Non-abrasive cleaners such as Barkeepers Friend work
well when cleaning stainless steel cookware.
Maintaining Pressure Adjustment Valve
• Should the pressure adjustment valve become blocked by food residue or
other food objects, use a moist, hot cloth to clean it, or rinse thoroughly
under running water until water runs through the valve smoothly. Check the
lock nut on the underside of the valve to determine if it has become loose and
re-tighten as needed.
Maintaining Seal Gasket
• Thoroughly wash and clean gasket with a mild detergent like dish washing
liquid to remove any food residue. Soak in water for several hours in dish
washing water if gasket has absorbed food odors.
• Dry sealing gasket thoroughly after each cleaning and place the sealing
gasket back under the lid for storage.
• We recommend replacing the gasket every 1 - 2 years with normal to
heavy use.
Ordering Replacement Seal Gasket
• In the event that you need to order a replacement gasket, please contact
your Viking retailer or contact Viking Customer Service at 877.533.2547 and
request Viking item number 4050-28Q-GSK.

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Cooking Guidelines & Best Practices
• As a general rule, always add a minimum of .5 – 1 Liter (just over 1/2to 1 full
Quart) of liquid such as water or broth when cooking meat or poultry. If
cooking time exceeds 15 minutes, add just over 1 Liter (just over a Quart) of
liquid prior to cooking for best results.
• The times indicated are intended only as general guidelines. You will need
to adjust them according to the amount of food being cooked and personal
preference. Cooking times can also vary due to shape, size, and consistency.
For example, beef cut into cubes will take less time than the same amount as
one piece.
• Cooking times for normal recipes can often be reduced in half by using the
Viking Pressure Cooker.
• The pressure and release recommendations are also intended as general
guidelines to deliver the best possible cooking results. As a general rule,
cook fish or more delicate vegetables under the low pressure setting and a
fast release to avoid overcooking. Use the high pressure setting with a slow
release for proteins or harder vegetables or grains.
Cooking Guide
Food Pressure Setting Cooking Time (Minutes) Pressure Release
Beef
Stew (Cubed)
Roast/Brisket
Short Ribs
Veal Roast
Veal Shank
Broth/Stock
Poultry
Chicken Breasts
Chicken Legs
Chicken Soup
Chicken Broth/Stock
Turkey Breast
Turkey Leg
Lamb
Stew (Cubed)
Roast
Shank
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2-High
2-High
2-High
20 - 25
90
25 - 30
20 - 25
60
60 - 90
10
15
20 - 25
60
25 - 30
25 - 30
25
25 - 30
25 - 30
Fast
Slow
Slow
Slow
Slow
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Slow
Slow
Slow

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Food Pressure Setting Cooking Time (Minutes) Pressure Release
Fish
Stew
Cod
Salmon
Halibut
Lobster
Shrimp
Sea Bass
Vegetables
Carrots
Cabbage
Kale
Potatoes (Quartered)
Potatoes (Whole)
Corn (On the Cob)
Beets (Quartered)
Brussels Sprouts
Green Beans
Artichokes (Whole)
Cauliflower (Whole)
Grains & Legumes
Lentils
Rice (White, Long Grain)
Rice (Brown, Long Grain)
Rice (Jasmine)
Quinoa
Farro
Barley
Dry Wheat (Berries)
1 - Low
1 - Low
1 - Low
1 - Low
1 - Low
1 - Low
1 - Low
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
1 - Low
1 - Low
1 - Low
1 - Low
1 - Low
1 - Low
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
2 - High
5
4
5
6
5
3
5
5
10
7
8
13 - 15
5
15 - 20
5
5
15 - 20
10
10 - 15
5
15
2
2
10
10
30
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Fast
Slow
Fast
Fast
Slow
Slow
Fast
NOTE: Cooking times will vary depending on the size and thickness of the food. Adjust
cooking times, as needed, to make sure foods are thoroughly cooked.

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Recipes
Smokey Chipotle Beef Brisket BBQ Sliders
Making delicious BBQ beef in the pressure cooker is a snap and it takes about
quarter of the time. People will request this as it is a great make ahead to bring to
your next potluck or family get together.
3 pounds beef brisket cut into 4 pieces
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions chopped
1 poblano pepper chopped + 1 Italian frying pepper chopped or 2 green bell
peppers chopped
4 cloves of garlic chopped
4 chipotle chilies in adobo more or less to taste + 2 tablespoons of the
adobo sauce
1 cup tomato puree
1 cup beef stock or broth
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 - 3 dozen slider rolls
• Generously season the pieces of beef with salt and pepper. Over medium high
heat add the 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pressure cooker pot and sear the
beef in 2 batches on all sides until well browned 10 - 12 minutes and remove to a
plate and set aside.
• Add the onions and peppers to the pot and cook stirring now and then for 5
minutes and add the garlic and cook for 30 more seconds.
• Add the beef back to the pot and add the chipotles, adobo, tomato puree, beef
stock, cider vinegar, cumin and brown sugar and place the top on the pressure
cooker and cook on high pressure for 1 hour and turn o the heat. Let sit for 30
minutes with the lid on. Carefully remove the lid and let sit for 15 more minutes
to cool a bit more.
• The beef should shred with the touch of a fork. Shred all the beef and mix with
the sauce from the pot and serve on slider rolls.
• This beef is packed with flavor and really needs no other accompaniment
except the slider rolls.
Prep Time: 10 - 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes, plus 45 minutes resting time
Serves: 16 (2 sliders per person) or 38 sliders

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Limited 10-Year Warranty
Viking will repair or replace any pressure cooker found defective in material or
workmanship within ten years of the original purchase with the original sales
receipt. This warranty applies only when the pressure cooker is put to normal
household use and is operated and cared for according to the instructions. The
rubber gasket is excluded from this warranty. This warranty also excludes damage
from misuse or abuse, such as improper cleaning, neglect, accident, alteration, fire,
theft, or use in a commercial establishment. Minor imperfections, surface markings
as a result of shipping, and slight color variation are normal and are not covered
by this warranty. This warranty excludes all incidental and consequential damages.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Without an original sales
receipt, the warranty start date will be considered the date of manufacture. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary
from state to state.
For more information on Viking products use and care, warranties, claims and
returns, please visit www.vikingculinaryproducts.com or call 877.533.2547.
Customer Service
We at Viking want to hear from you. If you have a question or comment, please
contact us via our web site, phone or mailing address.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THE PRODUCT TO THE STORE. Please contact us
directly with questions or comments about your pressure cooker. Thank you!
Web Site: www.vikingculinaryproducts.com
Call Toll-Free: 877.533.2547
(Monday-Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm PST)
Write Us:
Viking Customer Service
21124 Fiqueroa Street
Carson, CA 90745
(Please, DO NOT send returns to this address.)

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