Salton multipot PC1048 Instruction Booklet

Salton multipot PC1048 Instruction Booklet

5-in-1 electronic pressure cooker

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5-in-1 electronic
pressure cooker
Instruction Booklet
Model PC1048

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  • Page 1 5-in-1 electronic pressure cooker Instruction Booklet Model PC1048...
  • Page 2 3. Keep Pressure Cooker out of reach of children. 4. DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 5. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Salton may cause hazards. 6. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs, or the appliance in water or other liquid.
  • Page 3: Polarized Plug

    22. DO NOT fill the Pressure Cooker more than 1/2 full with food or 2/3 full with liquid. When cooking foods that expand during cooking do not fill the unit over 1/2 full. 23. Foods such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles and pasta or rhubarb should not be cooked under pressure in the pressure cooker.
  • Page 4: Description Of Parts

    DESCRIPTION OF PARTS 1. Cover 2. Cool Touch Handle 3. Pressure Regulator a) Pressure: setting for pressure cooking b) Steam: to release pressure quickly c) Clean: to remove the pressure regulator for cleaning 4. Pressure Indicator Valve 5. Cover Locking Pin 6.
  • Page 5: Operation

    OPERATION Pressure Cookers provide a safe, healthy and faster way to cook. Once the Pressure Cooker Cover is locked in position and the cooking cycle begins, air is exhausted automatically. Then steam is sealed inside creating pressure. The Pressure Regulator keeps the pressure inside the Cooker at a safe level by permitting the appropriate amount of steam to escape from the Exhaust Pipe.
  • Page 6 6. Programmable Cooking (Delay Start): Allows you to program the Pressure Cooker in the Steam, Slow Cook and High/Low Pressure Cooking settings, to begin cooking food up to 8 hours later. CAUTION: Perishable foods such as meat and poultry products, fish, cheese and dairy products cannot be left at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
  • Page 7 9. Once the appropriate pressure has been reached, the Digital Display will begin to count down. NOTE: The Pressure Indicator Valve will rise and the Cover cannot be opened. 10. The Pressure Cooker will beep at the end of the set cooking time. NOTE: The START/STOP button must be pressed or the timer will beep periodically as a reminder that cooking is complete.
  • Page 8: Warm Setting

    Warm Setting This program reheats or keeps cooked food warm for a long period of time. 1. Place cooked food in the Removable Cooking Bowl. 2. Place Cover on the Pressure Cooker. 3. Turn the Pressure Regulator Knob to ‘Steam’. 4.
  • Page 9 2. Place a small, heat-resistant rack or basket in the bottom of the Removable Cooking Bowl. 3. Add a minimum of 250 ml (8 oz.) of water so that the top of the rack is above the liquid. 4. Add the food. DO NOT fill the Bowl more than 2/3 full. NOTE: Rice should be in a small heat proof bowl and placed on the rack.
  • Page 10 6. Press the START/STOP button to begin cooking and the Indicator Light will stop flashing. NOTE: If you forget to select a desired cooking time or do not press the START/STOP button the Display will read 0.0 after 30 seconds and the Pressure Cooker will not start.
  • Page 11 • DO NOT cook soup mixes containing died beans and or peas. • Dried beans double in volume and weight after soaking and cooking. • When cooking use enough liquid to cover the legumes. How to Soak Legumes 2 cups (500 ml) dried beans 1/4 cup (60 ml) cooking oil...
  • Page 12: Fresh Vegetables

    • Thicken soups after pressure cooking is completed by adding cornstarch, arrow-root or flour or reduce the amount of cooking liquid by cooking with the Cover off. FRESH VEGETABLES Tips for Cooking Fresh Vegetables • Use a minimum 1 cup (250 ml) of liquid whether cooking a small or large amount of vegetables.
  • Page 13 Vegetable Cooking Time In Minutes Brussel Sprouts, whole 1 – 3 Wash, remove wilted leaves, trim stems Cabbage, shredded 2 – 3 wedges 3 – 5 Carrots, whole 3 – 4 slices 1/4" (6 mm) thick. Scrape or peel 1 – 2 Cauliflower, whole 6 –...
  • Page 14 Vegetable Cooking Time In Minutes Squash, acorn, half 6 – 7 Wash, cut in half and remove seeds Cook on rack Squash, summer or zucchini, 1" (25 mm) slices 2 – 3 Wash, cut in slices. Cook on rack Sweet peppers, half 1 –...
  • Page 15 Timetable for Cooking Meat Cooking times are approximate. Use the Timetable below as a guideline only. Cooking Time Amount of Liquid (minutes) Cups (ml) Beef chuck roast, 3 lbs (1.3 kgs) 2-1/2 (625) Corned beef 3 lbs (1.3 kgs) 3 (750) Beef short ribs 2 (500) Beef stew meat, 1”...
  • Page 16: Care And Cleaning

    Cooking Time Amount of Liquid (minutes) Cups (ml) Quail, whole 8 – 10 2 (500) Turkey, legs 15 – 20 2-1/2 (625) Turkey, 1/2 breast with bones 25 – 30 3 (750) CARE AND CLEANING DO NOT wash any parts of the Pressure Cooker in the dishwasher. Always wash the Pressure Cooker thoroughly after every use or if it has not been used for an extended period of time.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Cleaning the Exhaust Pipe/Blockage Guard Check that the Pressure Regulator, Blockage Guard and Exhaust Pipe are in good working order before each use. 1. When the Pressure Cooker is cool, press down and turn the Pressure Regulator Knob counterclockwise to the ‘Clean’ setting. Gently lift and remove.
  • Page 18 • If the Removable Cooking Bowl is too full, remove excess liquid and/or food. Replace the Cover and continue cooking. If you can’t open or remove the Cover: • Be sure all of the pressure has been released. • If you still cannot open it, bring the contents of the Pressure Cooker up to pressure again.
  • Page 19 Chicken Casserole 2 lbs. (1 kg.) chicken, legs or breasts, skin removed yellow onion, cut in pieces stalks celery, cut in 2" (5 cm) pieces carrots, cut in 2" (5 cm) pieces baby potatoes, cut in half 1 cup (250 ml) chicken both 1 cup (250 ml) dry white wine...
  • Page 20 Chili 1 lb. (454 gr.) ground beef large onion, chopped cloves garlic, minced 3 cups (750 ml) soaked pinto beans, drained 1 can (32 oz. 796 ml) crushed tomatoes green pepper, chopped 1 tsp. (5 ml) powdered cumin 1 tsp. (5 ml) chili powder To add more heat to this recipe add red pepper flakes.
  • Page 21 Barbecue Beef 1 tbsp. (15 ml) vegetable oil 3 lbs. (1.3 kg) boneless rump roast 1-1/2 cups (375 ml) onion, sliced 1-1/2 cups (375 ml) celery, finely diced 1-1/2 cups (375 ml) barbecue sauce bay leaves dash Tabasco sauce 2 tbsp. (30 ml) brown sugar 12 oz.
  • Page 22 Vegetable Casserole 1-1/2 cups (375 ml) water 1/2 cup (125 ml) broccoli spears 1/2 cup (125 ml) cauliflower florets 1/2 cup (125 ml) baby carrots 1/2 cup (125 ml) sliced celery 1/2 cup (125 ml) yellow onion medium red bell pepper cut in 1" (2.5 cm) pieces •...
  • Page 23 Chicken Broth onions, chopped carrots, cut in quarters celery stalks, cut in quarters 5 cups (1.25 L) water bay leaf 2 lbs. (1 kg) chicken parts • Brown onions, carrots and celery. • Add remaining ingredients, cover and cook for 25 minutes on Low Pressure Cooker Setting.
  • Page 24 Chicken Soup medium onions, diced ribs celery, diced carrot, diced cloves garlic, minced chicken legs, skin removed bay leaf 4 cups (1 L) water 3/4 cup (180 ml) thin egg noodles • Brown onions, celery, carrot and garlic on the Brown Setting. •...
  • Page 25: Limited Warranty

    **The original sales receipt is the only acceptable proof of purchase** Salton Canada warrants that this appliance shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of fi ve (5) years from the date of original purchase.
  • Page 26 2-3 weeks) For added protection, we suggest that you use an insured delivery service with tracking information when returning your product. Salton Canada will not be held responsible for in-transit damage or for packages that are not received.

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