User manual T-FAL CLIPSO

[. . . ] Before each use, check the valves and the steam vent for clogging (see Cleaning and Maintenance). Leave the safety systems alone, except for cleaning and maintenance in accordance with instructions. Do not use your pressure cooker to store acidic or salty food before or after cooking. Watch your appliance when preparing alcohol-based recipes. Keep these instructions Congratulations on the purchase of your new Clipso pressure cooker. [. . . ] Turn the pressure cooker so that the unlocking button is facing you. ! For Clipso Control pressure cooker, set the timer for 15 minutes (see chapter on Smart Timer). For Clipso Control and Clipso Vitamin (model with air release system), air and steam release can be heard for a short period of time (see chapter on Air Release System). s s When steam starts to release from the outlet, lower the heat source and time for 15 minutes. Gradually position the programme selector to . When no more steam escapes from the steam outlet and the pressure indicator is down, open the pressure cooker. For Clipso Control, make sure you now remove the timer from its holder. Clean the basket with warm water and washing up liquid. s s s s Note: the appearance of marks/stains on the interior base of the pressure cooker does not alter the quality of the metal. 15 Before cooking Before each use, check that the control module is correctly fastened (retaining nut is tightened); you can use a coin if necessary. s Before each use, check that the operation valve inside the lid can move freely. s Set the programme selector to the position indicated in your recipe. s If you have a Clipso Control, set the timer for the required cooking time. s Put the pressure cooker on the heat source at the highest temperature. s Turn the pressure cooker so that the unlocking button is facing you. It is normal to see steam release from the pressure indicator before steam is released from the steam outlet. s As soon as the pressure indicator has risen, you cannot open the pressure cooker. s With Clipso Control model, it is normal to hear air and steam release for a while (from a few seconds to a few minutes). s ! If the pressure indicator does not rise: 8 This is perfectly normal for the first few minutes of operation. If the problem persists, and the pin has not risen, check that: The heat source is on the highest setting. The control module is properly fixed on. s s If the pressure indicator has risen but no steam is released from the steam outlet during cooking: Position the programme selector on : - If still no steam is released, place the pressure cooker under cold running water to release the pressure inside the cooker, and then open the cooker and clean the operating valve and the steam release outlet. - If steam is released, then the pressure level inside the cooker is not sufficient for cooking so reposition the programme selector on the original setting. s 16 During cooking Cooking starts when steam escapes in a steady flow from the outlet with a regular hissing sound. Lower the heat and start timing the cooking time (or set the timer if you have one) as indicated in your recipe book. s For Clipso Control, the timer starts automatically (beeps notify you). Once countdown has started you can remove the timer from the control module and carry it with you. s As with all cooking appliances, make sure you properly supervise the cooking area if children are close by. s If you have a Clipso Control, the timer will tell you when cooking time is up with a series of beeps. Turn off the heat source and press either the + or ­ button to stop the beeping. s ! If steam escapes from around the edge of the lid, check that: The lid is properly closed. s The lid seal is clean and in good condition; if necessary change it. [. . . ] The edge of the pot is not damaged. Regular beeps and --:-- display occur on the timer: I cannot open the lid: Turn off the heat source immediately. Check and clean the operating valve, steam release outlet, safety valve and seal. If not: release the steam from the pressure cooker by cooling it under cold water, if necessary. If it is blackened: clean it with a special product for cleaning stainless steel. [. . . ]