Use and Care Manual

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CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
1. Unplug the power cord before cleaning.
2. Clean the outer body with a soft cloth such
as a paper towel or microfiber cloth. Do not
immerse the outer body in water or pour
water into it.
3. Remove the sealing ring assembly from the
inside of the lid by grasping the knob and
pulling. Set aside.
4. Remove the pressure limit valve (figure 8)
from the lid by gripping and pulling firmly
upward. Rinse with warm water, and dry.
5. Rinse the upper and underside of the lid with
warm water, including the air escape on the
underside and the float valve on top. Dry
completely, and replace pressure limit valve.
6. To clean sealing ring assembly, carefully
remove flexible sealing ring and clean with a
dampened cloth or microfiber cloth. Do not
use chemical cleaners. Wash metal plate
with warm water, dry thoroughly and replace
sealing ring.
7. To clean the rubber grommet in center of
sealing ring assembly, carefully remove it,
clean it, and replace
it.
8. Replace sealing ring
assembly in lid. BE
SURE KNOB FACES
OUT (figure 9).
9. Cooking pot is
dishwasher safe.
To hand-clean the
pot, use a soft cloth
or sponge and wipe.
Be careful not to
damage the inside
coating. Never use
harsh chemicals or
scouring pads.
10. To clean the condensation collector, remove
and clean it with warm, soapy water, then
reinstall it (figure 10).
11. Any other servicing should be performed by
an authorized service representative.
NOTE:
If scouring is necessary, use a
nonabrasive cleaner or liquid detergent
with a nylon pad or brush.
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