Introduction - Presto 02141 Instructions Manual

6 . Unplug cord from unit and outlet when not in use and before cleaning . Allow unit to cool before putting on or taking off parts and
before cleaning .
7 . Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or in the event the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in
any manner . Return the appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical
adjustment .
8 . Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces .
9 . To guard against electrical shock, cook only in the removable cooking pot provided .
10 . The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries .
11 . Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven .
12. Do not fill above the ⅔ fill line. However, the cooking pot should never be filled above the ½ fill line when cooking foods that
foam, froth, or expand, such as rice, grains, dry beans, peas, and lentils, or foods that are mostly liquids, such as soups . Overfilling
may cause a risk of blocking the vent pipe and developing excess pressure . See food preparation instructions .
13 . Do not pressure cook applesauce, cranberries, rhubarb, cereals, pasta, split peas, and dried soup mixes . These foods tend to foam,
froth, and sputter and may block the vent pipe, vent filter, and air vent/cover lock .
14 . This appliance cooks under pressure . Improper use may result in scalding injury . Make certain pressure cooker is properly closed
before operating . See "How to Use" instructions .
15 . Do not open pressure cooker until all internal pressure has been released, air vent/cover lock has dropped, and no steam escapes
when the quick pressure release valve is rotated to the STEAM OUT position . See "How to Use for Pressure Cooking" instructions .
16 . Extreme caution must be used when moving a pressure cooker containing hot liquids . Do not touch hot surfaces . Always use
appliance handles .
17 . To ensure safe operation and satisfactory performance, replace the sealing ring if it shrinks, becomes hard, deformed, cracked, or
torn . Use only genuine Presto replacement parts .
18 . Close supervision is necessary when the pressure cooker is used near children . It is not recommended that children use the pressure
cooker .
19 . Do not use this appliance for other than intended use .
20 . Do not use this appliance for deep fat frying .
21 . Do not use outdoors .
Important Cord Information
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a 3-prong grounded plug . If the plug on this appliance does not fit into your outlet,
contact a qualified electrician . Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way .
A short power supply cord (or cord set) is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer
cord . DO NOT USE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD.
Connect the power supply cord to a 120VAC electrical outlet only .

Introduction

With your new Presto Electric Pressure Cooker Plus, you'll discover how fast and easy it is to prepare a wide variety of delicious meals .
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There are 12 preset cooking programs for the most popular foods, or you can manually program the cooker . You need only select the
desired program and cooking time, and the pressure cooker automatically does the rest .
There are 8 built-in safety features, including a cover locking system that allows pressure to build only when the cover is closed . It also
prevents the cover from being opened until pressure is safely reduced .
The pressure cooker preserves flavors and nutrients, tenderizes less expensive cuts of meat, and is faster than ordinary cooking methods .
A rack is included for cooking several foods at the same time with no intermingling of flavors, colors, or odors .
This appliance can also be used to brown, sauté, and slow cook foods .
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THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY .
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