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6. The sealing ring, overpressure plug, and rubber gasket of the air vent/cover lock may shrink, become hard, deformed, cracked, worn,
or pitted with normal use. Exposure to high heat, such as a warm burner or oventop, will cause these parts to deteriorate rapidly. When
this happens, replace the sealing ring, overpressure plug, and small rubber gasket of the air vent/cover lock. Replace the sealing ring
and overpressure plug at least every two years.
Leakage between the cover and body is usually caused by shrinkage of the sealing ring after prolonged use. Replace the sealing ring.
Whenever you replace the sealing ring, replace the overpressure plug also.
7. Each time you clean or use your pressure cooker, check to be sure the bottom has not been damaged. Nicks and scratches may leave
sharp edges that can damage ceramic stovetops or other smooth surfaces. Lift pressure cooker to remove it from burner. Sliding
cookware could leave scratches on stovetops.
8. The formation of a small amount of moisture under the pressure regulator is normal when cooking first begins. It is the result of the
temperature of the regulator being lower than the rest of the unit.
A small amount of steam or moisture may also be visible around the overpressure plug and air vent/cover lock as cooking begins.
It should stop when pressure begins to build and the overpressure plug and air vent/cover lock seal. If leakage continues, clean or
replace the overpressure plug and/or air vent/cover lock assembly. The pressure cooker will not seal if the gasket for the air vent/
cover lock is cracked.
Do not operate your pressure cooker with continual leakage. If the preceding steps do not correct the problem, call the Consumer
Service Department at 1-800-877-0441. If unable to resolve the problem, you may be asked to return the entire unit to the Presto
Factory Service Department (see page 28).
9. If the pressure cooker becomes difficult to open or close, the sealing ring should be replaced. If for any reason the pressure cooker
cannot be opened, contact the Consumer Service Department in Eau Claire, WI at 1-800-877-0441.
Any maintenance required for this product, other than normal household care and cleaning, should be performed by the Presto Fac-
tory Service Department (see page 28).
HELPFUL HINTS
♦ Your favorite recipes may be adjusted for cooking in the pressure cooker by following the general directions in this book for the par-
ticulartypeoffoodbeingcooked.Decreasethecookingtimeforyourrecipeby⅔sincepressurecookingismuchfasterthanordinary
cooking methods. For example, if your ordinary cooking method requires 45 minutes, in the pressure cooker the cooking time will be
15 minutes.
Because there is very little evaporation, the amount of liquid used should be decreased. Use about 1 cup more liquid than you’ll desire
in your finished dish. But, remember, there must always be water or some other liquid (broth, juice, or wine) in the pressure cooker to
produce the necessary steam.
♦ Use the trivet and steamer basket when it is desirable to cook foods out of the cooking liquid. When foods are pressure cooked out of
the liquid, flavors will not intermingle. Therefore, it is possible to cook several foods at once, as long as they have similar cooking
times. If it is desirable to blend flavors, do not use the trivet and steamer basket.
♦ Many different cooking liquids can be used in a pressure cooker. Wine, beer, bouillon, fruit juices, and of course water all make excel-
lent cooking liquids in the pressure cooker.
♦ If a recipe says to cook 0 minutes, release pressure immediately after pressure cooker reaches cooking pressure.
♦ Beautiful desserts and side dishes can be prepared in the pressure cooker using individual or small metal molds or glass custard cups,
whichareovenproof.Fillmolds⅔fulltoallowforexpansionoffoodandfitthemlooselyintothepressurecookerinthesteamer
basket.Donotfillthepressurecookerover⅔full.
♦ Release pressure quickly after cooking delicate foods such as custards and fresh vegetables. For other foods, like meats, soups, and
grains, let the pressure drop of its own accord.
♦ When pressure cooking at high altitudes, the cooking time needs to be increased 5% for every 1,000 feet above the first 2,000 feet.
Following this rule, the times should be increased as follows:
3,000 ft. ... 5% 4,000 ft. ... 10% 5,000 ft. ... 15% 6,000 ft. ... 20% 7,000 ft. ... 25% 8,000 ft. ... 30%
Because pressure cooking times are increased at altitudes above 2,000 feet, an additional ½ cup cooking liquid will be needed.
♦ If you have any questions on recipes, time charts, or the operation of your pressure cooker, call or write: Test Kitchen, National Presto
Industries, Inc., 3925 North Hastings Way, Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703-3703, phone 1-800-368-2194. You may also contact us at our
website www.GoPresto.com. When writing, please include a phone number and a time when you can be reached during weekdays, if
possible. Written inquiries will be answered promptly by letter or telephone.
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