Presto Precise Pressure Cooker Plus Instruction Manual

Presto Precise Pressure Cooker Plus Instruction Manual

6-quart multi-use programmable slow cooker rice cooker steamer and more
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6-quart multi-use programmable
Pressure Cooker Plus
Slow Cooker • Rice Cooker • Steamer • and More
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INSTRUCTIONS AND RECIPES
©2018 National Presto Industries, Inc.
This is an
Listed appliance. The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers.
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions. Improper use may result in bodily injury or property damage.
2. Before each use, check both the vent pipe (Fig. A, page 3) and vent filter (Fig. E, page 4) to be certain they are free of any blockage.
Remove the filter and clean any debris from both the vent pipe and filter (see cleaning instructions on page 8).
3. Always check the air vent/cover lock to be sure it moves freely before use.
4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or cooker body in water or other liquid.
5. Do not let children handle or put electrical cords or plugs in their mouths.
6. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, press cancel, then remove plug from wall
outlet.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. WARNING! Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of
counter or table. Never plug cord into outlet below counter or use an extension cord. Do not let cord touch hot surfaces.
10. To guard against electrical shock, cook only in the removable cooking pot provided.
11. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries. Use only genuine Presto
accessories and replacement parts.
12. Intended for countertop use only.
13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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  • Page 1: Important Safeguards

    Never plug cord into outlet below counter or use an extension cord. Do not let cord touch hot surfaces. 10. To guard against electrical shock, cook only in the removable cooking pot provided. 11. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries. Use only genuine Presto ™...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    19. Extreme caution must be used when moving a pressure cooker containing hot liquids. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always use appliance handles. 20. 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. ™...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction With your new Presto Multi-use Programmable Pressure Cooker Plus, you’ll discover how fast and easy it is to prepare a wide variety ® of delicious meals. The unit is pre-programmed for pressure cooking. It automatically maintains the proper temperature while cooking then reduces pressure and switches to the keep warm mode when cooking is complete.
  • Page 4: Important Information

    Disassemble Cooker Parts for Cleaning Fig. E Grommet It is recommended that the pressure cooker be thoroughly washed before first use to remove Vent filter Sealing ring any manufacturing lubricants. frame 1. Lift the cooking rack and removable cooking pot out of the cooker body. Remove all packaging.
  • Page 5: How To Operate The Digital Control Panel

    ♦ Do NOT use the quick pressure release method after cooking dry beans, peas, lentils, grains, or foods that are mostly liquid, such as soup, sauces, and stews (page 8). ♦ Always verify that the green air vent/cover lock is down before attempting to open the cooker (Fig. Q, page 7). If it is up, the cooker contains pressure which, if released, may result in burns and/or property damage.
  • Page 6 Keep Warm Mode When the cooking time has expired, the unit will automatically switch to the keep warm mode. When in the keep warm mode, KEEP WARM will illuminate and the timer will begin to count up. The unit will remain on for 4 hours and then shut off automatically, unless the cancel button is pressed.
  • Page 7: How To Use For Pressure Cooking

    How to Use for Pressure Cooking Before you begin cooking, review the “Important Information” instructions on pages 4 and 5 and always verify that the unit is properly assembled. 1. Place the pressure cooker on a dry, level surface. To avoid steam damage to cabinets, position the cooker so the air vent/cover lock and quick pressure release valve are not directly under cabinets.
  • Page 8: Pressure Release Methods

    6. Clean the sensor, sensor arm, and plastic rim of the cooker body with a damp cloth. Avoid getting water inside of the cooker body. * Scotch-Brite and Dobie are registered trademarks of 3M Company. Presto is not affiliated with this company.
  • Page 9: Care And Maintenance

    ♦ If for any reason the pressure cooker cannot be opened, contact the Consumer Service Department in Eau Claire, WI at 1-800-877-0441. ♦ Any maintenance required for this product, other than normal household care and cleaning, should be performed by the Presto Factory Service Department (page 22).
  • Page 10: Questions And Answers

    Questions and Answers 1. Sometimes when pressure cooking, I notice beads of moisture forming in the area of the pressure release valve and hear what sounds like escaping steam before the timer begins to count down. Is there something I am doing wrong? No.
  • Page 11: Pressure Cooking Recipes

    12. What can be done after pressure cooking if the food has more liquid than desired? With the cover removed, select SAUTÉ, press the start button, and allow the excess liquid to evaporate. Next time you prepare the same recipe, you may want to use less liquid. 13.
  • Page 12: Fish And Seafood

    Tuscan Bean Soup 1 cup dry Great Northern beans ½ teaspoon dried rosemary ½ tablespoon olive oil ¼ teaspoon dried thyme 1 cup chopped onion ¼ teaspoon black pepper 2 large garlic cloves, minced • • • • • • • 5 cups chicken broth 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 cups kale, coarsely chopped...
  • Page 13: Meat, Poultry, And Eggs

    Fish and Seafood Timetable To cook, pour 1 cup of water or other cooking liquid into the cooking pot. If using the cooking rack, position it in the cooking pot and then place fish or seafood on the rack. Close and secure cover. Place quick pressure release valve on vent pipe. Select FISH, adjust time as necessary, and press start.
  • Page 14 ♦ To cook, pour 1 to 1½ cups of water or other liquid into the cooking pot. If using the cooking rack, position it in the cooking pot and then place meat or poultry on rack. Close and secure cover. Place quick pressure release valve on vent pipe. Cook using the RIBS, ROAST, or POULTRY preset and the time indicated in the timetable on page 14.
  • Page 15 Pot Roast Royale 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 2½- to 3-pound boneless beef chuck roast 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 1 small onion, sliced 9 whole peppercorns 1 cup water 1 bay leaf 1 can (2 ounces) anchovy fillets, drained and chopped With cooking pot in cooker body, select BROWN, press start, and preheat cooker.
  • Page 16: Vegetables

    Herbed Chicken Thighs ½ tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon minced, fresh Italian parsley 4 chicken thighs, skinned ½ teaspoon dried oregano ½ cup chicken broth ½ teaspoon dried basil ½ cup chopped onion • • • • • • • ¼...
  • Page 17 Vegetable Preparation Preset Program Cooking Time Sliced, 1–1½ inches thick VEGGIES-HIGH 9–10 minutes Potatoes (sweet) Sliced, ½ inch thick VEGGIES-HIGH 6–7 minutes Whole, 2½-inch diameter VEGGIES-HIGH 20–22 minutes Whole, 1½-inch diameter VEGGIES-HIGH 14–15 minutes Potatoes (white) Sliced, ¾ inch thick VEGGIES-HIGH 7–8 minutes Sliced, ½...
  • Page 18: Dry Beans, Peas, And Lentils

    Dry Beans, Peas, and Lentils The pressure cooker is ideal for preparing dry beans, peas, and lentils quickly. However, these foods have a tendency to froth and foam during cooking, which could cause the vent pipe to become blocked. Therefore, it is necessary to follow these procedures: Soaking Soaking before pressure cooking is strongly recommended for dry beans and peas, except lentils and black-eyed peas.
  • Page 19: Grains

    Grains Grains are an important, but often little recognized, part of a healthy diet. They contribute complex carbohydrates, soluble and insoluble fiber, and other nutrients. Grains are low in fat and can be prepared quickly and conveniently with no soaking required. However, some grains foam and froth during cooking, so the following precautions should be observed.
  • Page 20: Desserts

    Desserts There are some desserts that the pressure cooker does remarkably well: custards, puddings (especially bread pudding), and cheesecake. These desserts may be prepared in oven-safe custard cups, ramekins, or any metal mold or form which will fit loosely in the cooking pot.
  • Page 21: Slow Cooking Recipes

    Slow Cooking Recipes Due to the nature of slow cooking, meat does not brown as it would if cooked in a skillet or oven. It is not necessary to brown meat or poultry before slow cooking, but you may prefer the flavor and appearance of browned meat. Browning ground beef, bacon, and sausage before slow cooking may be desirable to remove excess fat.
  • Page 22: Recipe Index

    Outside the United States, this limited warranty does not apply. To obtain service under the warranty, please call our Consumer Service Department at 1-800-877-0441. If unable to resolve the problem, you will be instructed to send your Presto appliance ®...

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