Hints And Tips; Troubleshooting - Deni 9700 Instructions For Proper Use And Care Manual

Hints and Tips

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To ensure the best cooking performance when cooking
under pressure, always use at least 8 oz. of water or
liquid in your recipes to enable enough steam to be
created to produce pressure.
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When using the high and low pressure settings, the
timer should not begin counting down until there
is enough pressure.
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When cooking under pressure, if you are unsure of the
cooking time, it is better to under cook and use the
quick release method and check for doneness. If not
done, continue cooking under pressure.
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Never fill the Pressure Cooker more than half full with
food or full with liquid. The pressure cooker must
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have enough liquid to steam or the food will not cook
properly.
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If the electric circuit is overloaded with other
appliances, your appliance may not operate. The
pressure cooker should be operated on a separate
electrical circuit.
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Tougher, less expensive cuts of meat are better suited
for the pressure cooker because cooking under
pressure breaks the fibers down for tender results.
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Fresh fruit should be cooked on low pressure.
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Add a tablespoon of oil to the water to reduce the
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amount of foaming that beans produce.

Troubleshooting

If you have not added sufficient liquid and you notice that
the floating valve has not risen, but the timer is counting
down, perform the following steps:
1. Stop the pressure cooker by pressing the START/STOP
button.
2. Turn the pressure regulator knob to STEAM, using
short bursts, until the pressure is fully released.
3. Remove the lid and add approximately 1 cup of
water/stock or any liquid. Stir food to disperse liquid.
4. Replace the lid and lock into position.
5. Press the LOW or HIGH PRESSURE button and set the
desired time.
6. Press the START/STOP button to begin cooking again.
If steam is leaking from under the cover because the cover
is not properly closed, the gasket isn't positioned properly
or is damaged, or the pressure cooker is over filled,
follow these steps:
1. Release any pressure using the quick release method.
2. Remove the gasket and check for tears or cracks.
3. Check to be sure the gasket is positioned properly.
4. If too full, remove excess liquid and continue cooking.