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2. How to use the pressure cooker
Before first use
2.1. Open the pot
Move the sliding indicator (7) to the end of
the handle, using both ends. The indicators on
the sliding indicator (7) must be set to AUF/
OPEN (A).
Pivot the lid handle (5) to the right until the
markings on the lid and the pot handle (6) are
facing one another (B). Lift off the lid.
2.2. Cleaning the pot
Before first use, you should remove the labels
and wash all parts of your pressure cooker
(see section on “Cleaning“).
Turn the lid over and detach the lid handle (5)
from the lid. For this purpose, pull the orange
slide (4) on the underside of the lid handle (5)
towards the end of the handle as indicated
by the arrow (C), fold down handle, and then
detach (D). Remove the sealing ring (10) from
the lid (O).
2.3. Closing the pot
Insert the handle into the lid and move the
orange slide (4) across the lid rim until it au-
dibly engages (E). Insert the sealing ring (10)
into the rim of the lid such that it is located
underneath the inwardly bent rim of the lid
(G).
Replace lid (see marking on lid and pot handle)
and turn lid handle to the left until the stop
position has been reached (B). Move the sliding
indicator (7) exactly to the position
ZU/LOCKED.
The pot must not be assembled incorrectly. The
pot may only be assembled in the intended
manner.
3. Notes on operation
3.1. Checking the safety devices
before each use
Ensure that the sealing ring (10) and lid rim
are clean. Check that the ball is sitting visibly
in the safety valve (9) on the underside of the
lid (G).
If the ball should be located in the upper
chamber of the safety valve / the automatic
cooking system (9), remove the handle (5) and
use your finger to press the ball into the lower
chamber (F).
Remove the handle and check the main valve (3)
for moveability by pressing with your
finger (H).
Inspect the cooking indicator seal (2) visually
to check for fit and damage.
Please note: Do not press down on the coo-
king indicator seal, since this could result in
damage to the residual pressure lock, and the
functionality of your pressure cooker could no
longer be guaranteed (P).
Insert the handle in the lid (E). Place the lid on
the pot and close it (B).
3.2. Liquid volumes
At least 1/4 l of liquid is required to generate
steam, regardless of whether you are cooking
with or without inserts (12).
To ensure that your pressure cooker’s func-
tionality is not impaired, do not fill it to more
than 2/3 of its capacity (M). When cooking
foodstuffs which foam or expand heavily (e.g.
stock, pulses, innards, compotes), only fill the
pot to half its capacity. See the section on
‘Preparing wholefood’ for further information.
If you want to brown your food before
cooking (e.g. onions, meat pieces etc.), you
can use your WMF pressure cooker as a
conventional pot. In order to complete the
cooking, deglaze the cooker and add the
requisite amount of liquid (at least 1/4 l)
before closing the pressure cooker.
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Important note:
Take care to ensure that the liquid never
fully evaporates. This could result in food
burning onto the pot and the pot being
damaged by melting plastic parts. The hob
could also be damaged by the aluminium in
the base melting. If this should occur then
switch off the heat source and do not move
the pot until it has cooled down completely.
10. Never fill the pressure cooker to more
than 2/3 of its capacity. If using foodstuffs
which expand during the cooking process,
such as rice or dried vegetables, fill the
pressure cooker to a maximum of half its
capacity and observe any instructions de-
tailed in the operating manual with regards
to this.
11. Never leave your pressure cooker
unattended. Regulate the heat to ensure
that the cooking indicator does not rise
above the corresponding orange ring. If the
heat is not turned down, steam will escape
through the valve. Cooking times may
change and the loss of liquid may result in
function faults.
12. Only use the heat sources listed in the
operating manual.
13. If you have cooked meat with the skin
attached (such as ox-tongue), which may
expand under the influence of pressure,
take care not to pierce the meat while the
skin remains expanded. This could result in
burns.
14. In principle, always shake the pressure
cooker before opening it to avoid pockets
of steam spitting out; this could result
in scalding. This is particularly important
when releasing steam quickly or
depressurising the pressure cooker under
running water.
15. When releasing steam quickly or depres-
surising under running water, always keep
your hands, head and body away from the
danger area. You could otherwise be inju
red by escaping steam.
16. Before each use of your pressure cooker,
check that the safety devices, valves
and seals are working properly. Only
then can the safe functioning of your
pressure cooker be guaranteed. You will
find information on this in the operating
manual.
17. Do not use your pressure cooker to fry
food in oil under pressure. Do not use the
pressure cooker to fry food in oil under
pressure. Improper use of the pressure
cooker may result in injury.
18. Never interfere with the safety systems,
except when carrying out the maintenance
work specified in the operating manual.
19. Replace the wear parts (see warranty
statement) at regular intervals. Parts
showing apparent discolouration, cracks
or other damage, or which no longer sit
correctly, must be replaced with original
WMF spare parts.
20. Only use original WMF spare parts.
In particular, always use pots and lids of
the same model.
21. Do not use the pressure cooker if it or
parts of it are damaged or deformed, or if
their function does not correspond with the
description in the operating instructions. In
this case contact your nearest WMF dealer
or the customer services department at WMF
Group GmbH.
Please keep this operating manual in a safe
place.