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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using pressure cookers, basic safety precautions should always be followed: 1 Read all instructions. 2 Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3 Close supervision is necessary when the pressure cooker is used near children. 4 Do not place the pressure cooker in a heated oven. 5 Extreme caution must be used when moving a pressure cooker containing hot liquids. 6 Do not use pressure cooker for other than intended use. 7 This appliance cooks under pressure.
Product diagram 1 Pressure Cooker models 2 Opening • Closing 3 Capacity 4 Using the pressure regulator valve 5 Before using for the first time 6 Before cooking 7 During cooking 8 After cooking 9 Cleaning • Maintenance 10 T-Fal safety features T-Fal answers your questions 11
1 Product diagram Pressure regulator valve Safety valve Steam outlet Cover handle Stainless steel cover Pin housing Locking indicator pin Alignment hole Gasket Steaming basket* Steam plate* Trivet* Short pot handle Long pot handle Pot *Option depending on model 2
Features 2 Bottom diameters Diffusal stainless steel Base Ø 4.5 L 7 inches 5L 6 L 7 inches 7,5 L 7 inches Star Base stainless steel Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Enamel/non-stick Models Base Ø Models 3297 5.5 inches 4230 3298 3299 5.5 inches 5.5 inches 4231 4232 Non-stick/non-stick Base Ø Models Base Ø Models 6.5 inches 6.5 inches 4207 4208 7 inches 7 inches 3273 3274 GAS SEALED (solid) CERAMIC Base Ø Models 6.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Opening Hold the lower body handle with your left hand and turn the upper cover handle to the right with your right hand until it opens. ■ 3 1 ■ Lift the cover. 3 Closing Place the cover on the pot, aligning the rims. Align the triangle on the cover with the one on the lower body handle. ■ ■ Turn the cover to the left until you hear it click. ! This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in a scalding injury.
Capacity Never use your Pressure Cooker without at least 1 cup (250 ml ) of liquid. ■ 1 cup Steaming The minimum amount of water is 3 cups (750 ml). ■ Place the steam accessory (steaming basket and trivet or steam plate) on the bottom of the pot. ■ 3 cups Maximum filling 2/3 ■ Do not fill the unit over 2/3 full. For certain foods When cooking foods that expand during cooking such as rice or dried vegetables, do not fill the unit over 1/2 full.
Using the pressure regulator valve Cooking delicate foods such as fish or desserts: ■ Set the pressure regulator valve to 1. Cooking meat and defrosting Set the pressure regulator valve to 2. ■ Releasing steam ■ Set the pressure regulator valve to . ■ Quick release: place the pressure cooker under cold running water. ! The steam is very hot when released from the pressure regulator valve. 5 Removing the pressure regulator valve ■ Press down on the center and turn the valve to position 0.
Before using for the first time ■ Fill with water to 2/3 of the pot height. Close the Pressure Cooker. ■ Set the pressure regulator valve to 2. ■ 2/3 Place the Pressure Cooker on the stovetop and set to maximum heat. ■ When the pressure indicator pin rises, and steam begins to escape from the valve, reduce the heat and wait for 15 minutes. ■ After 15 minutes turn off the heat.
Before cooking ■ ■ Before each use, check that the steam outlet is not clogged. Fit the pressure regulator valve. Set the pressure regulator valve as indicated in your recipe (position 1 or 2). ■ ■ Place the Pressure Cooker on the stovetop turned to a high setting. ! As soon as the pressure indicator pin rises, you will be unable to open the Pressure Cooker (never try to force it open). Cooking begins when the pressure regulator valve allows steady release of steam, making a regular hissing noise.
During cooking Turn the heat down to a medium setting as soon as the pressure regulator valve allows steam to escape at a constant rate, making a regular hissing noise. ■ ! As with any cooking appliance, close supervision is required if you are using it near children. ■ Set the cooking time as indicated in the recipe. As soon as the cooking time is up, turn off the heat and release the pressure. ■ If steam escapes from under the cover, check that: The cover is properly closed.
End of cooking To release the steam ■ Once the heat has been turned off you have two options: Slow release of pressure: turn the pressure regulator valve to position . ■ Fast pressure release: place the Pressure Cooker under cold running water. ■ ! Be careful of hot steam. When the pressure indicator pin drops, your Pressure Cooker is no longer under pressure. ■ You can then open the cover. ■ ! ! Do not open the pressure cooker until the unit has cooled and internal pressure has been reduced.
Cleaning ! ! Do not leave food in your Pressure Cooker. Never use bleach or any chlorine product: these could damage the stainless steel. Wash the Pressure Cooker after each use with warm water and a liquid detergent. ■ Cleaning the pot ■ On stainless steel and aluminum models, use a scouring pad. ■ On models with a non-stick coating, use a sponge suitable for non-stick. ■ Use a sponge to clean the outside of the pot. In the dishwasher ■ For stainless steel models, the pot is dishwasher safe.
Maintenance Storage of your Pressure Cooker ■ Turn the cover upside down on the pot. To ensure that your Pressure Cooker lasts as long as possible ■ Do not over-heat the pot when empty. For models with a non-stick coating ■ It is recommended to use wooden or plastic utensils to stir food. ■ Do not cut directly onto the non-stick coating with a knife. ■ Discoloration and lines may appear on the non-stick surface but will not affect the performance of the pot.
Safety features Your Pressure Cooker has several systems to ensure safety in operation. Safe closing system ■ Your Pressure Cooker is equipped with a safety system that prevents any increase in pressure if the cover is not completely closed. If the cover is incorrectly positioned, the safety system will prevent the locking indicator pin from rising and consequently the pressure.
T-Fal answers your questions If you can’t close the cover: ■ Check the position of the lock undermeath the cover’s handle. If it is not in the forward position, hold the cover and push it forward.
Warranty Your new T-FAL Pressure Cooker is warranted against: - all faults related to the metallic structure of the product. - any premature deterioration in the base metal on condition that it is used as recommended in the instructions for use. ■ This warranty excludes: - damage resulting from negligence: impact, dropping, use in the oven. - staining, discoloration or scratching of the non-stick finish, the porcelain enamel exterior or the stainless steel.
Cooking timetable VEGETABLE COOKING TIME Fresh Pressure level 1 Frozen Pressure level 2 Artichoke, quartered 3 min 3 min Artichoke, whole 10 min X Asparagus, whole 2 min 3 min Beans, whole 3 min 4 min Beets, 1/2” slices 3 min 5 min Beets, whole 14 min X Broccoli, florets 1 min 2 min Broccoli, spears 3 min 3 min Brussels sprouts, whole 4 min 5 min Cabbage, shredded 1 min X Cabbage, quartered 6 min X Carrots, 1/2” slices 3 min 4 min Cauliflower, florets 2 min 2 min Ca
White rice cooking chart For a dry rice, use the smaller amount of liquid. For a moist rice, use the maximum. Extra Long-Grain White Rice Liquid (cups) 1 cup 1 1/2 -1 3/4 Salt (optional) 1/2 top Oil/butter 1T Yield (cups) 3 Do not cook more than 3 cups of dry white rice in a 6-quart cooker. Cook under low pressure for 5 minutes. Let the pressure drop naturally for at least 4 minutes.
