Fagor Rapida Pressure Cooker User Manual page 19

PROBLEM: The visual pressure indicator has popped up, but there is no steam released by
the operating valve.
REASON:
1. There is not enough liquid in the cooker.
2. The valve is dirty and/or obstructed.
3. The burner heat is not high enough.
SOLUTION:
1. Make sure there is enough liquid. There should always be at least half a cup
of liquid in the pressure cooker, or 2 cups if the cooking time is over 10
minutes.
2. The valve can become dirty when cooking foods such as dried beans which
have a tendency to foam. Clean the valve periodically. See the Care and
Cleaning section in this manual for instructions on how to remove the valve
for cleaning.
3. Turn up the heat to medium high until a gentle, steady stream of steam is
released from the operating valve.
A gentle, steady stream of steam is released from the operating valve and small
PROBLEM:
drops of water condensation collect on the lid.
REASON:
When used properly, the operating valve will release a gentle steady stream of
steam as well as some drops of condensed water on the lid.
SOLUTION: This is normal operation. If there is a lot of water gushing out of the operating valve
with the steam, see below.
PROBLEM: A strong, forceful, gushing jet of steam is escaping from the operating valve with
or without drops of condensation.
REASON:
1. The burner heat is too high.
2. The valve is dirty.
3. The safety valve is malfunctioning.
SOLUTION: 1. Lower the heat so that only a gentle, steady stream of steam is released.
2. Check the valve to see if there are any remaining food particles. Remove with
a toothpick.
3. The safety valve must be replaced. Contact the Fagor Customer Service
Department at: 1-800-207-0806 or email at: info@fagoramerica.com.
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