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- Page 1 6-Quart Digital Pressure Cooker OWNER’S MANUAL Bonus Canning Guide Included For Model #PC-TRI6 IMPORTANT: Do Not Use This Power Cooker Until You Have Read This Entire Manual Thoroughly! Warranty information inside.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Healthier Cooking Begins Here... s a new owner of a Power Cooker, you are about to discover what so many other food afficionados have known for years. Simply, that meals prepared properly in the Power Cooker taste better, cook faster and retain more natural nutrition than those prepared using conventional cooking methods. -
Page 3: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including: • Read and follow all instructions carefully. • Do not open the Power Cooker until the unit has cooled and all internal pressure has been released. If the unit is difficult to •... -
Page 4: Special Features
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (continued) SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRIC POWER A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other the risk resulting from becoming entangled in appliances, your appliance may not operate or tripping over a longer cord. Do not use an properly. -
Page 5: Built-In Safety Features / Parts & Accessories
Built-In Safety Features 1. Lid Safety Device: Prevents pressure build- 5. “Spring-Loaded” Safety Pressure Release: up if lid is not closed properly and prevents lid Should all safety features listed above fail, this from opening until all pressure is released. “spring-loaded”... -
Page 6: General Operating Instructions
General Operating Instructions BEFORE THE FIRST USE Before using the Power Cooker for the first time, wash the Inner Pot, the Lid and the Rubber Gasket (pictured below #1) with warm soapy water. Rinse with clean water and dry thoroughly. Make sure the Rubber Gasket is seated properly inside the Lid. - Page 7 General Operating Instructions (continued) BEFORE THE FIRST USE For best results, always check that the Pressure Valve (fig.4, page 6), Float Valve (fig.4, page 10), Rapid Release Button (fig.4, page 6), and Rubber Gasket (fig.1, page 6) are in good working order and that there are no foreign particles blocking the Valve openings on the underside of the Lid.
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Page 8: General Operating Instructions
General Operating Instructions (continued) MODE DEFAULT TIME PRESSURE (kPa) COOK TIME RANGE COOK 15 minutes 1 – 30 minutes LOW TEMP COOK 6 hours 1 – 12 hours STEW 30 minutes 1 – 50 minutes STEAM/CANNING 10 minutes 1-120 minutes RICE 10 minutes 1 –... -
Page 9: Pressure Cooking Guide / Specifications
Pressure Cooking Guide / Specifications NOTE: All pressure cooking modes require the addition of liquid in some form (water, stock, etc.). Unless you are familiar with the pressure cooking process, follow recipes carefully for liquid addition suggestions. Never fill inner pot above MAX line. Always use Rapid Release button to lower pressure quickly. -
Page 10: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions DOES THE POWER COOKER HAVE LEAD IN IT? WHAT TYPE OF STEEL IS THE UNIT MADE OF? Stainless Steel IS IT NORMAL TO HAVE STEAM COME OUT THE SIDES? If there is steam coming out the sides and the button on top of the Lid is in the closed position, then the Lid has not sealed. -
Page 11: Care And Cleaning
Care and Cleaning CLEANING THE SAFETY DEVICES: In addition to the gasket, the other safety devices on the Power Cooker must also be cleaned after each use. THE PRESSURE VALVE: To remove the Pressure Valve, simply pull up and valve will release from its spring lock mechanism. Apply mild detergent and wash it under warm running water. -
Page 12: Pressure Canning Guide
Pressure Canning Guide Great Food Anytime... The Power Cooker canning process will enable you to prepare and preserve all of your family’s favorites including fresh and cooked fruits, vegetables, meats, jams and jellies. Canning is a great way to bring “out of season” foods to the table economically. You can buy in bulk now at low prices and preserve for the future when items are scarce and more costly. -
Page 13: Food Acidity
Food Acidity The lower the acid content in the food, the greater the potential for spoilage and contamination. Many foods such as fruits are high in acid where as others such as meats, dairy products and sea foods have low acid levels. (see charts below) Proper Pressure Canning minimizes the possibility of spoilage and contamination. -
Page 14: Processing Time And Pressure
Pressure Canning Guide Processing Time and Pressure The chart below demonstrates proper processing time and pressure for various foods using your Power Cooker. The kPa button sets the pressure. A kPa setting of 80 is equal to 11.6 lbs. PSI. At up to 2,000 ft. -
Page 15: Getting Started
Getting Started Your Power Cooker is designed to accommodate 4 - 16 oz. (1 pint) wide mouth jars per canning session. We suggest you use jars with self-sealing lids. Jar Cleaning Always wash empty jars in hot water with detergent by hand or in a dishwasher. Rinse thoroughly. Scale or hard-water films on jars are easily removed by soaking jars several hours in a solution containing 1 cup of vinegar (5 percent acidity) per gallon of water. -
Page 16: Power Cooker Pressure Canning Process
Pressure Canning Guide The Power Cooker Pressure Canning Process To begin, select a recipe that has been pre-tested and approved for pressure canning. Though ingredients vary, generally speaking you will be processing the food as demonstrated in this guide. 1. Select a pre-tested pressure FIG. - Page 17 5. Place the Inner Pot in the base unit. Then put the Wire Rack in the bottom of the Inner Pot. Place Filled, sealed Jars on Rack. Unit will hold up to 4-16 oz. jars (maximum). 6. Pour hot water over the jars and into the Inner Pot un- til the water level reaches 1/4 of the way up the sides of Jars and Rack the jars.
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Page 18: Limited Warranty
Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty The manufacturer warrants that your Power Cooker™ is free of defects in materials and workmanship and will, at its option, repair or replace any defective Power Cooker™ that is returned to it. All parts and components of the Power Cooker™... - Page 20 This product has been manufactured to the highest standards. Should you have any problem, our friendly customer service staff is here to help you. 1-973-287-5159 Distributed By: Tristar Products, Inc. Fairfield, NJ 07004 © 2014 Tristar Products, Inc. PCTRI6_IB_TP_ENG_V6_140711...
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can the intertek power cooker model pc tr 16 be used as a crockpot and if so, how?
The TriStar Power Cooker PC-TRI6 can be used as a crockpot by utilizing its slow cook function. To do this, set the cooker to the appropriate temperature and time for slow cooking. Ensure the lid is properly placed but not fully sealed under pressure, allowing for slow and steady cooking similar to a traditional crockpot.
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Is it possible to get a copy of the Quick start guide that came with this Power cooker Model# PC-TRI6 6 qt
What is the setting for cooking white rice
How to cook long grain white rice
How much water to one cup white rice.