Descriptive Diagram - TEFAL Actua User Manual

Descriptive diagram

A - Pressure regulator valve
B - Tightening knob
C - Safety valve
D - Clamp
E - Steam outlet + pressure valve position
F - Gasket
G - Steaming basket*
1 - Characteristics
Diameter of Pressure Cooker base:
Total Capacity Ø Base
Capacity*
5.1 L 4.5 L 15,5 cm
6.6 L 6 L 15,5 cm
8.7 L 8 L 18 cm
11 L 10 L 20 cm
* Product capacity with the lid in position.
Technical information:
Maximum operating pressure: 55 kPa (8 psi).
Maximum safety pressure: 110 kPa (16 psi).
Compatible heat sources
GAS SEALED CERAMIC INDUCTION
PLATE HALOGEN
ELECTRIC
n Stainless steel models can be used on all hob types,
including induction.
n On solid plate electric, ceramic or induction, use a
hotplate of a diameter equal to or less than the diameter
of the base of the Pressure Cooker.
n On a ceramic and halogen hob, take care that the
bottom of the pan is perfectly clean.
n
On gas, the flame should not go beyond the base of
the pan.
n On any hob, ensure you place the Pressure Cooker
in the centre of the plate or burner.
n Not suitable for use on an Aga
!
Never use your Pressure Cooker without
liquid: this could cause serious damage.
TEFAL accessories
The following accessories are available for the
pressure cooker:
Steam basket 4.5 L or 6 L
8 L or 10 L
Gasket 4.5 L or 6 L
8 L
10 L
Trivet*
* depending on model
Stainless steel
Fixed
Folding
handles handles
P05506 -
- P05407
- P05411
- P05416
ELECTRIC
COIL
Ref. 792185
Ref. 792654
Ref. 790141
Ref. 790142
Ref. 790138
Ref. 792691
H - Trivet*
I - Rivets
J - Clamp Hook
K - Fixing screw
L - Fixed pan handles*
M- Unfolding knob for handles*
N - Folding pan handles*
O - Pan
n For other spare parts or repairs contact TEFAL
Approved Service.
n Use only original TEFAL spare parts suitable for
your model.
2 - Opening
n Turn the tightening knob to the left to lower the
clamp.
n Lift the lid to release it.
n Slide it horizontally away from the pan - Fig 1
3 - Closing
n Turn the tightening knob to the left to lower the
clamp.
n Slide the lid horizontally onto the rim of the
Pressure Cooker, making sure it sits properly on the
pan - Fig 2
n Turn the tightening knob to the right until the clamp
is in contact with the clamp hook on the Pressure
Cooker.
n To ensure that the lid is locked into position, turn
the tightening knob again (at least three full turns).
4 - Filling
Minimum 25 cl (250 ml = 2 small cupfuls) - Fig 3
Maximum - Do not fill the unit over 2/3 full - Fig 4
For steam cooking
n Use 75 cl (750 ml) of liquid - Fig 5
n Place the trivet* (H) in the base of the pan.
n Place the steaming basket* (G) on the trivet*.
For certain foods
n For foods which expand during cooking, such as
rice, dehydrated vegetables, or stewed fruits, ... do not
fill your Pressure Cooker with contents of more than
half the height of the pan. In the case of soups we
recommend you do a fast decompression.
5 - Folding handles*
!
Before use, make sure you take off the
labels stuck on each handle.
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