Before First Use; Lid Assembly - Cook's essentials K44020 Instruction Manual

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove packaging materials such as cardboard, plastics or Styrofoam and discard
appropriately.
2. Clean all the parts by wiping with a soft damp cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly.
3. Thoroughly clean the cooking pot in the dishwasher or with warm soapy water.
Rinse, towel or air-dry, and place in the pressure cooker.

LID ASSEMBLY:

the handle (1) and close it downwards at the Opened Lid position (Figure 9). Turn
counter-clockwise until you reach the "LOCKED" position (Figure 10). (A clamping sound
can be heard. Note: To ensure you are properly closing the lid (2), make sure the pressure
limiting valve (3) is on your left side when you are facing the front of the pressure cooker
(when facing the control panel (10)).
WATER TEST
For the first use, to ensure correct assembly of the Rubber Seal Ring (18),it is
recommended to read the following instructions and fill the Inner Pot (6) with water to
the 2/3 line and program to pressure cook for 30 minutes. Once completed, pour out the
water. Rinse and towel dry the Inner Pot (6). The pressure cooker is now ready for use.
How to open the lid: Hold the handle (1)
firmly, turn the lid (2) clockwise until it
loosens and lift vertically (Figures 7-8).
Note: For new units, the seal of the lid (2)
may be slightly stronger than normal and
may be slightly difficult to unlock. Once the
lid (2) has been opened and closed several
times, it will loosen up.
How to close the lid: Observe the Rubber
Seal Ring (18) inside the lid (2) and ensure
that it is fitted onto the outer part of the Y-
Ring all the way around. (Caution: If the
rubber seal ring is damaged, do not use the
pressure cooker. Contact Customer Service
to repair or replace). To lock lid in place,
remove any food residue from upper rim of
cooking pot to ensure a proper seal. Hold
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