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The latest generation of Fissler 2. Safety information ® pressure cookers is based on more than 55 years of 3. Description and advantages of the vitavit ® experience. Pressure cookers are as modern as ever 4. Before using for the first time when it comes to quickly preparing delicious meals 5.
How pressure cooking works 1. How pressure cooking works The basic principle of pressure cooking hasn’t changed since the first pressure cooker was invented. Foods are cooked in a tightly closed vessel under pressure, at temperatures of over 100°C, since the high pressure that deve- lops inside the pot raises the boiling point of water.
Otherwise, this could affect how well and how safely your pressure cooker works. • Use only original Fissler replacement parts. It is especially important for you to only use pots and lids for the same model, as well as other replacement parts that are intended specifically for your cooker. (See Chapter 12) Operation of the pressure cooker •...
• Do not use the pressure cooker if it – or any of its parts – is damaged or deformed or does not function as de- scribed in these Instructions for Use. In this case, get in touch immediately with the closest Fissler retailer or with the Customer Service Department at Fissler GmbH.
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Description and advantages of the vitavit ® 5. Control valve - to set the cooking setting - with the traffic light indicator - with a vent for automatic pressure limitation (pressure guard) - removable for easy cleaning - with depressurizing setting and gradual pressure release 6.
Schnellkochen kurz erklärt Description and advantages of the vitavit / Before using for the first time ® 23. Molded valve seal - for sealing the control valve 24. Valve base seal - to seal the valve base 25. Insets for steaming (depending on model)
We recommend the subsequent use of Fissler Stainless Steel Care (or another product for the care of stainless steel cookware) for the pot and lid. This will make the stainless steel more resistant to the influences of salts and acidic substances.
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Information on using your pressure cooker Filling capacity See Fig. L Please note the following information on filling amounts. A scale found on the inside of the pot will make it easier to measure these amounts. „min“ Depending on the diameter of the pressure cooker, at least 200-300 ml of liquid is necessary to produce steam, regardless of whether you are using an inset or not.
Information on using your pressure cooker / Cooking with the vitavit ® The indicated settings should serve as guidelines. For induction cooking, depending on the power, lower settings may be used. Please also refer to the information given in the instructions for your stove.
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Cooking with the vitavit ® Selecting the cooking setting See Fig. M Select the desired cooking setting on the control valve (Fig. A-5). The table of cooking times (Chapter 9) will give you suggestions for this. Setting 1, approx. 110°C (Gentle Setting)
When using the vitacontrol electronic cooking assistant, remove it before depressurizing the pressure cooker and protect it from moisture. There are 4 ways to depressurize your vitavit ® The way you depressurize depends on the food you are cooking. For foods that tend to foam or rise, such as legu- mes, soups or stews, or for foods with a delicate peel, such as jacket potatoes, do not select a method that reduces the pressure quickly, as this could cause the food to be ejected or the peel to burst.
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Depressurizing the vitavit ® Method 1 “Quick depressurizing with the release button” See Fig. O Press the release button (Fig. A-2) gently in the direction shown by the arrow, and steam will escape from under the lid handle (Fig. A-4). Hold the button in until the traffic light indicator has fallen back into its socket completely and no more steam is escaping.Then release the button, shake the cooker gently, and press the release button again.
Depressurizing the vitavit / Ways to use your pressure cooker ® Method 4 “Depressurize under running water” See Fig. Q If the escaping steam bothers you, cool off the cooker under running water. Just place the cooker in the sink and let cold water run over the side of the lid (not over the lid handle or control valve) until the traffic light indicator has sunk completely.
Ways to use your pressure cooker Vegetables and potatoes Vegetables and other delicate foods can be steamed very gently in the perforated inset. Depending on the model, the inset may be included or else sold separately. • Add a minimum of 200-300 ml of liquid (see „min“ marking) to the pressure cooker. If desired, also add herbs, seasonings or wine.
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Ways to use your pressure cooker Steaming This means cooking foods in steam at temperatures of around 100°C. Hot steam surrounds the food and condenses on its surface. The food does not lie in the water while it is being cooked. This is why you need to use the perforated inset for steaming.
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Ways to use your pressure cooker • Fill the jars up to about one finger’s breadth under the edge and close them. • Place at least 200-300 ml of liquid (see „min“ marking) in the pressure cooker. • Place the preserving jars in the cooker in the perforated inset. •...
Ways to use your pressure cooker / Cooking times Cooking a whole meal By using the insets, you can prepare several foods at the same time, one on top of the other. Rules: • Cook fish over vegetables. • Cook vegetables over meat. •...
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Cooking times Pork Soups and stews Spicy pork stew / Goulash 15-20 min. Setting 2 Vegetable soup 4-6 min. Setting 2 Pork roast 25-30 min. Setting 2 Potato soup 6-8 min. Setting 2 Pork shank 30-35 min. Setting 2 Goulash soup 10-15 min.
- Do not let food residues dry onto the cooker, and do not store foods in the cooker for a long time, as this could cause stains in the stainless steel and changes in the surface. - To maintain the stainless steel surface, use Fissler Stainless Steel Care regularly. It is outstanding for removing rain- bow discolorations or films.
(See Chapter 5) The lid handle is loose. Tighten the fastening screw of the lid handle on the inside of the lid. The Fissler Euromatic or its o-ring is dirty Clean or replace the part. or damaged. (See Chapter 13) No steam escapes when Too little liquid was placed in the cooker.
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Questions and answers Problem Possible reason How to correct the problem The traffic light indicator Steam is escaping near the lid handle. See previous page. does not rise. Steam is escaping at the edge of the lid. See previous page. Too little liquid was placed in the cooker.
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(See Chapter 5 and 12) the lid, although the traffic light indicator has already The silicone gasket has been triggered Have the cooker checked by Fissler risen. as a safety mechanism. This happens if Customer Service. the valve and the Euromatic are dirty or defective.
Replace parts that are subject to wear, such as the silicone gasket and other rubber parts, regularly after you have cooked with it about 400 times, or after 2 years at the latest, with original Fissler replacement parts. Parts that show visible damage (e.g.
Maintenance and replacement parts Replacement parts Replacement parts Diameter Article Number Silicone gasket (Fig. Y-1) 22 cm 600-000-22-795 26 cm 600-000-26-795 Pot handle for pressure skillet (Fig. Y-2) 22 cm 630-300-02-850 26 cm 630-700-04-850 Pot handle for pressure cooker (Fig. Y-2) 22 cm 630-300-04-850 26 cm...
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620-000-00-470 (Fig. Z-6) All replacement parts can be purchased from your Fissler retailer or in the specialty departments of department stores. Our Customer Service Department will also be happy to help you. (For addresses, see Chapter 13). You will find a list of dealers, as well as additional information, at www.fissler.co.uk / www.fissler.com.
Warranty and service 13. Warranty and service All Fissler products are meticulously manufactured from high-quality materials. The quality of our products is checked several times during the manufacturing process. On completion, they are subjected to a stringent final check. 3-year manufacturer’s warranty This is why we provide a 3-year warranty on all of our pressure cookers beginning with the date of purchase.
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