Groupe SEB USA - T-FAL Actua Pressure Cooker user manual

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Actua
Pressure Cooker
User’s manual
September 2004 - Ref. : 4133260 - Conception et réalisation : ADHOC’S - 4070

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4070-ME ACTUA UK-M2.qxp 13/09/04 16:15 Page C4 Descriptive diagram A B C D E F G* H I J K L * depending on model

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4070-ME ACTUA UK-M2.qxp 13/09/04 16:15 Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Take the time to read all the instructions and refer to the "Instructions for use". As with any cooking appliance, supervise cooking closely if using the • Pressure Cooker with children nearby. Do not put your Pressure Cooker into a hot oven. • When the Pressure Cooker is under pressure, take great care when • moving it. Do not touch the hot surfaces. Use the handles and knobs, and wear gloves if necessary. Do not use your Pre

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4070-ME ACTUA UK-M2.qxp 13/09/04 16:15 Page 5 Cooking vegetables fresh vegetables Artichokes - steamed 18 min. - immersed in water 15 min. Asparagus - immersed in water 5 min. Broccoli florets - steamed 3 min. Brussels sprouts - steamed 7 min. Carrots (sliced) - steamed 6 min. Cauliflower florets - immersed in water 3 min. Celery (pieces) - steamed 6 min. - immersed in water 10 min. Courgettes (sliced) - steamed 6 min. 30 - immersed in water 2 min. Endives (in pieces if large) - steamed 12

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4070-ME ACTUA UK-M2.qxp 13/09/04 16:15 Page 1 Descriptive diagram A- Pressure regulator valve G- Steaming basket (depending on model) B- Tightening knob H - Rivets C- Safety valve I- Clamp Hook D- Clamp J- Handle E- Steam outlet K - Fixing screw + pressure valve position L- Pan F- Gasket 1 - Characteristics 3 - Opening Diameter of Pressure Cooker base: ■ Turn the tightening knob to the left to lower the clamp - Fig 3 Stainless steel ■ Lift the lid to release it. Capacity Base Ø Models ■ Slide

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4070-ME ACTUA UK-M2.qxp 13/09/04 16:15 Page 2 ■ Rinse the Pressure Cooker with water and dry it. To clean the lid ■ ■ Use a metal scourer and a little diluted vinegar to ■ Wash the lid under running water. remove any traces of scale. To clean the pressure regulator valve ■ Lift it off - Fig 16 6 - Before cooking ■ Clean the pressure regulator valve in water - Fig 17 ■ Every time you use the Pressure Cooker, check first ■ Clean the steam outlet with a strong jet of water or that the steam outl

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4070-ME ACTUA UK-M2.qxp 13/09/04 16:15 Page 3 Safety Your pressure cooker is equipped with several safety devices, 2 of which are for overpressure: ■ ■ First device: the safety valve releases the pressure and steam escapes from under the module. ■ ■ Second device: steam flows from between the lid and the pot. If one safety system is activated: ■ Turn the heat source off. ■ Let the pressure cooker cool down. ■ Open it. ■ Check and clean the operation valve, steam release outlet, safety valve an

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4070-ME ACTUA UK-M2.qxp 13/09/04 16:15 Page 4 Frequently Asked Questions 1 - If you can't open the lid: 5 - If the safety valve is activated: ■ Check that there is no longer any pressure. ■ Turn off the heat. ■ Release pressure. ■ Let the Pressure Cooker cool down. ■ If necessary, put back on the heat for a few seconds ■ Check the steam outlet and pressure regulator valve. with the valve on position “Release”. 6 - If steam leaks out around the lid, check: ■ That the lid is properly closed. I