IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or any other parts in water except for the removable insert and accessories.
Read and follow the instructions for use. Keep them for future use. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. This appliance complies with the safety regulations and conditions in effect at the time of manufacture. 2. Check that the power supply voltage corresponds to that shown on the appliance (alternating current) and that there's a grounded plug.
- The appliance has been dropped, shows visible damage, or does not work properly. In these cases, the appliance must be sent to an approved Service Center. Do not take the appliance apart yourself. 4. Do not use an extension cord. If you accept liability for doing so, only use a grounded extension cord which is in good condition and is suited to the wattage of the appliance.
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difficult to push apart, this indicates that the cooker is still pressurized : do not force it open. Any pressure in the cooker can be hazardous. 11. Do not try to open the lid until the float valve is down. 12.
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23. When opening the lid, always hold the lid by its handle. In some cases, boiling water may be trapped between the steam shield and the lid. This can cause severe scalding. 24. Use the product ONLY IF the removable bowl is correctly placed in the unit and the handle is correctly inserted above the carrying handles.
36. Be aware that certain foods, such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, or spaghetti can foam, froth, and sputter, and clog the pressure release device (steam vent). These foods should not be cooked in a pressure cooker. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS This appliance has a grounded plug.
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Cooking is so easy with the Emeril by T-fal Electric Pressure Cooker ! To help you get the most out of your Electric Pressure Cooker, please refer to the following chart. Please note that the level of foods and liquids should never exceed the max level marking on the cooking pot.
Instructions for use Remove the lid • To remove lid, grasp the handle, then turn it clockwise and lift the lid off - fig. 2 & Fit the condensation collector into place • Fit the condensation collector (20) to the back of the appliance as shown in - fig.
Position the pressure limit valve • Position the pressure limit valve to ensure that the dot on the pressure limit valve is aligning to the raised line on the pressure limit valve chimney - fig. 11. Also check that the float valve (1c) is down before you start pressure cooking (this will mean that the lid is properly sealed).
COOKING FEATURES COMMENTS SETTING Always cook with the lid Use this setting to soften foods open. Soften foods before before cooking. Sauté pressure cooking. Suitable with a small amount The pre-set temperature for of fat or liquid. this setting is 284°F. This setting enables you to cook at a Always cook low temperature.
• Once pressure has built up in the appliance, the float valve will rise. The double safety lock in the lid is then activated and the lid will not be able to be opened during cooking. Never attempt to open the lid during pressure cooking.
Pressure release • You can release pressure in two ways. 1. Automatic pressure release: When the appliance is in Keep Warm, pressure will drop slowly. This will take between 12 and 30 minutes. Please bear in mind that during this time, cooking will continue.
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• Do not damage the sealing gasket. Do not use any other type or brand of gasket that has not been made by T-fal for this particular model of appliance. • Always ensure the pressure limit valve protective cover; the pressure limit valve and the float valve are clean.
• Use a wooden or plastic spoon to prevent any damage to the coating of the cooking pot. Never cut food directly in the cooking pot. • During cooking & steam release, the appliance emits heat and steam. Keep your face and hands away from the steam flow.
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TROUBLE POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION • In this case, allow your appliance to cool off completely so as to be sure that there is no more pressure inside it. • The float is still up. The amount of time it • In certain rare cases takes for your after your appliance appliance to cool off...
Conditions & Exclusions The T-fal warranty only applies within USA and is valid only on presentation of a proof of purchase. The product can be taken directly in person to an authorized service center or must be adequately packaged and returned, by recorded delivery (or equivalent method of postage), to a T-fal authorized service center.
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Where a product purchased in one country and then used in another one: a) The T-fal guarantee duration is the one in the country of usage of the product, even if the product was purchased in another listed country with different guarantee duration.
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