Wear oven gloves if necessary. Never use the lid knob to carry your pressure cooker. • Do not use your pressure cooker for any use other than that for which it is designed. •...
Page 1 Clipso Control Pressure Cooker Descriptive diagram Congratulations on the purchase of your Control module Smart timer new Clipso pressure cooker. Welcome to the world of Tefal cooking. Clipso/Clipso Vitamin Pressure Cooker Descriptive diagram Control module Characteristics Opening - Closing...
4050-4133255 CLIPSO UK-M5.qxp 14/09/04 14:18 Page 2 Clipso Control Descriptive diagram Timer Locking button Programme selector Lid knob Unlocking button Control module Jaws Stainless steel lid Module retaining nut Lid seal Vitamin basket* Integrated basket supports* Pot handles Stainless steel pot * except on 3L models and 25cm diameter 4.5L models...
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The control module contains all the equipment, ■ which allows your pressure cooker to work. As soon as it is secured onto the lid. You can use your pressure cooker normally. Removing the control module ■...
4050-4133255 CLIPSO UK-M5.qxp 14/09/04 14:18 Page 4 Clipso Control Smart timer Your pressure cooker is equipped with a timer, which automatically starts to count down the pre-programmed cooking time as soon as the correct temperature has been reached for the programme selected.
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Press either + or – button only once to stop the beeping. The timer turns itself off automatically. Note: your Clipso pressure cooker is designed to operate with or without the timer. To remove the timer: lift the timer carefully away ■...
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■ To remove the battery from your timer, unlock the cover of the battery compartment as shown on the diagram opposite (use a coin if necessary). You can get another timer from any TEFAL ■ Approved Service Centre.
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4050-4133255 CLIPSO UK-M5.qxp 14/09/04 14:18 Page 7 Clipso/Clipso Vitamin Descriptive diagram Locking button Lid knob Programme selector Control module Unlocking button Jaws Stainless steel lid Module retaining nut Lid seal Vitamin basket* (for Clipso Vitamin & Clipso Control models) Steam basket* (for Clipso model) Integrated basket supports*...
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The control module contains all the equipment, ■ which allows your pressure cooker to work. As soon as it is secured onto the lid you can use your pressure cooker normally. Removing the control module ■...
On ceramic and halogen hobs, make sure the base of the pot is clean and dry. Never slide the pressure cooker across the hob. Always lift it up and place it down otherwise it could scratch or mark the hob.
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■ of the lid knob; the jaws will release. Lift the lid off. ■ Closing Place the lid over the pressure cooker, ensuring ■ that it is sitting correctly on the pot. Press down on the locking button. ■ It is normal for the lid to be able to twist round ■...
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■ ■ Place the steam/vitamin basket on the integrated basket supports (designed for steaming). Food placed in the steam/vitamin basket must not touch the inside of the pressure cooker lid when closed. mini 75 cl Maximum fill levels ■ Never fill your pressure cooker more than 2/3 full.
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14/09/04 14:18 Page 12 Using the Steam/Vitamin basket Food placed in the steam/vitamin basket must not touch the inside of the pressure cooker lid when closed. For steam cooking: You will have 1 or 2 steam baskets according to your model.
You can also release the pressure by placing the ■ pressure cooker under a running tap of cold water. Direct the cold water onto the metal part of the lid (and NOT the control module). For models with a timer, remove the timer...
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Note: the appearance of marks/stains on the interior base of the ■ ■ pressure cooker does not alter the quality of the metal. It is merely due to calcium deposits. To remove these, use a scouring pad and some diluted vinegar.
■ Position the programme selector on - If still no steam is released, place the pressure cooker under cold running water to release the pressure inside the cooker, and then open the cooker and clean the operating valve and the steam release outlet.
If one of the security devices is activated (safety valve or seal): Turn off the heat source immediately. ■ ■ Let the pressure cooker cool down. Open the cooker. ■ Check and clean the operating valve, steam ■ release outlet, safety valve and seal.
– do not leave your hand above the outlet. ■ You can then open the pressure cooker. To move/lift the pressure cooker use the side handles on the pot. Never use the lid knob to move or lift it. If you cannot open the lid: Check that the pressure indicator is down in the ■...
Do not leave food standing in your pressure cooker. Never use bleach or chlorine based products to clean your pressure cooker as these damage the quality of stainless steel. Remove the timer (according to the model) before cleaning. Wash your cooker after each use.
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Change the lid seal once a year. Have your pressure cooker checked at a TEFAL Approved Service Centre after 10 years of use.
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The shape of the seals has been specially designed for easy removal and re-fitting. Seals can be purchased from TEFAL Approved Service Centres. Cleaning the timer Clean it with a soft, dry cloth.
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The jaws must be in contact with the edge of the ■ pot. If this does not happen, steam will be released from the pressure indicator and the pressure cooker will not reach pressure. Opening Security If the cooker is under pressure, the unlocking ■...
The pressure indicator has lifted Set the programme selector to ■ up and no steam escapes from - If no steam escapes, put your pressure cooker under the release outlet during cold water to release the steam, then clean the cooking: operating valve and release outlet.
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Check that the pressure indicator is in the low ■ position. ■ If not: release the steam from the pressure cooker by cooling it under cold water, if necessary. The aspect of the interior has If it is blackened: clean it with a special product ■...
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14/09/04 14:18 Page 24 Guarantee ■ Your new TEFAL pressure cooker has a 10 year guarantee against: - Any defect related to the metal pot, - Any premature damage of the metal base, provided the product is used according to the recommended instructions.
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