Important Safeguards - Power Cooker PC-WAL1 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED
ALWAYS
be sure the float valve is on correctly before use.
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Incorrect assembly may prevent the cooker from building pressure
or allow steam to come out from the sides of the LID (See page X
for assembly).
DO NOT
touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
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ƒ To protect against electric shock
or plugs in water or other liquid.
THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD NEVER BE OPERATED BY
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CHILDREN AND SPECIAL CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN
THE UNIT IS IN USE IN THEIR PRESENCE.
ƒ Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts.
DO NOT
operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
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after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility
for examination, repair or adjustment.
ƒ The Power Cooker has a back-up feature to prevent malfunction in
the event of a power surge. Unplug appliance and allow it to "clear"
for 1 hour before plugging it back into the outlet.
ƒ Appliance should be operated on a dedicated electrical circuit.
DO NOT
use any attachments or utensils that were not
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recommended or supplied by the manufacturer. The use of
attachments not recommended for use by the manufacturer may
cause serious hazardous situations including personal injury.
DO NOT
use outdoors.
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DO NOT
let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
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hot surfaces.
DO NOT
place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in
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a heated oven.
EXTREME CAUTION
must be used when moving an appliance
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containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
ALWAYS attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall
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outlet. To disconnect, set any control to "Off", then remove plug
from wall outlet.
DO NOT
use appliance for anything other than its intended use.
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THIS APPLIANCE COOKS UNDER PRESSURE.
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may result in scalding injury. Make certain unit is properly closed
before operating. See General Operating Instructions on page X.
NEVER FILL THE UNIT ABOVE THE MAX LINE
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POT (page 8). When using foods that expand during cooking such
as rice or dried beans, follow the recipe for "pressure cooking"
those products, and as a rule of thumb, do not fill the unit above
the "halfway" point. Overfilling may cause clogging, allowing
excess pressure to develop. SEE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE.
BE AWARE that certain
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cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas,
noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, and spaghetti, can foam, froth,
sputter, and clog the pressure release device (steam vent).
Recipes using these items must be followed carefully to
avoid problems.
ALWAYS
check the pressure release devices for clogs before use.
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DO NOT
immerse or rinse cords
Improper use
in the INNER
foods, such as applesauce,
DO NOT
open the Power Cooker until the unit has cooled and all
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internal pressure has been released. If the unit is difficult to open,
this indicates that the cooker is still pressurized – do not force it
open. Any pressure in the cooker can be hazardous. See General
Operating Instructions on page 9.
DO NOT
use this pressure cooker for pressure frying with oil.
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ƒ This appliance has been designed for use with a 3-prong,
120V ELECTRICAL OUTLET
grounded,
other electrical outlet.
ƒ The Power Cooker generates extreme heat and steam in its
operation. All necessary precautions must be taken to avoid fire,
burns and other personal injury during its operation.
NEVER OPERATE
the unit near any flammable materials such
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as dish towels, paper towels, curtains, paper plates, etc. When
in operation the Power Cooker requires sufficient air space on all
sides including top and bottom. Always plug the electrical cord
directly into the wall outlet. Never use this unit with an extension
cord of any kind.
ANYONE WHO HAS NOT FULLY READ AND UNDERSTOOD
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ALL OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED
IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT QUALIFIED TO OPERATE OR CLEAN
THIS APPLIANCE.
IF THIS UNIT FALLS OR ACCIDENTALLY BECOMES
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IMMERSED IN WATER, UNPLUG IT FROM THE WALL OUTLET
IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT REACH INTO THE WATER!
DO NOT
operate this appliance on an unstable surface.
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IF THIS APPLIANCE BEGINS TO MALFUNCTION DURING
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USE, IMMEDIATELY UNPLUG THE CORD. DO NOT USE OR
ATTEMPT TO REPAIR A MALFUNCTIONING APPLIANCE!
NEVER FORCE OPEN THE POWER COOKER.
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open the Power Cooker, press the "KEEP WARM/CANCEL" button
and carefully sLIDe the RAPID RELEASE BUTTON (page 8) to
the Release position to fully release the building pressure inside
the cooker. Make sure that all the steam has dissipated from the
cooker and the PRESSURE RELEASE VALVE (page 8) is fully
settled back into the LID shell. Carefully turn the handle counter
clockwise. Always open the LID away from you to avoid skin
contact with any remaining heat or steam.
ƒ CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, COOK
ONLY IN THE REMOVABLE CONTAINER.
the housing or base in water. Before use, clean the bottom of
the INNER POT and the surface of the heater plate ... insert the
INNER POT, turning it slightly clockwise and counterclockwise
until you are sure it is sitting correctly on the heater plate. Failure
to do so will prevent proper operation and may cause damage to
the unit.
ƒ CAUTION HOT SURFACES.
escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to
prevent the risk of personal injury, fires, and damage to property.
ƒ CAUTION:
To prevent plasticizers from migrating from the finish of
the counter top or tabletop or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC
coasters or place mats under the appliance. Failure to do so may
cause permanent stains, blemishes or darkening to furniture and
counter tops.
POWER COOKER™ | 6-QUART PRESSURE COOKER | MODEL PC-WAL1 |
ONLY. Do not use any
If you need to
Do not immerse
This appliance generates heat and
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