3
White rices including jasmine and basmati
Cups of
uncooked rice
Cups of
cold water
Cups of
cooked rice
Cooking time
(mins)
2
2
5
10-12
4
4
9
12-15
6
6
15
15-20
8
8
16
20-25
10
10
27
25-30
Brown rice includes sushi, Arborio and quinoa
Cups of
uncooked rice
Cups of
cold water
Cups of
cooked rice
Cooking time
(mins)
2
3
5
25-30
4
6
10
30-40
6
9
15
40-45
2. BEAN/CHILLI
• Use this function to cook your beans – or make great lentil
curries, chillies and homemade baked beans. Follow your
favourite recipe for chilli con carne or make a simple bean dish.
• Ensure lid is locked securely in place and steam release
handle is in sealing position. Follow the below guidelines for
recommended cooking times:
Pulse type
Soaked
- Quick
Release
(mins)
Soaked
- Manual
Release
(mins)
Unsoaked
- Quick
Release
(mins)
Pinto beans
1-3
4-6
22-25
Red kidney beans
5-8
10-12
20-25
Cannellini beans
6-8
10-13
30-40
Soy beans, beige
16-18
9-12
28-35
Soy beans, black
6-8
20-22
35-40
Chickpeas
9-14
13-18
30-40
French green lentils
-
-
10-12
Green, brown lentils
-
-
8-10
Red, split, yellow
lentils
-
-
4-6
Split, green, yellow
peas
-
-
6-10
Tip: cook beans in bulk, portion out in containers and freeze to
store. For recipes, see page 6.
3. CANNING
• Canning is a method of preserving food in airtight containers
that can be stored at room temperature. Follow your favourite
recipe for homemade jams, fruits or pickles, then use the
canning function to seal and preserve.
• Put filled sterilised jars into the inner pot and pour into
water just enough to cover the top of jar. Ensure cooker lid
is locked securely in place and steam release handle is in
sealing position when using this function. Choose Canning
function and adjust time as recipes specify (if you are using
the canning method to sterilise the jars, adjust time to 10
minutes). Use tongs to remove the jars when time is up, let
cool down and store cold.
• For recipe, see page 6.
4. MEAT/POULTRY
• The versatile function allows you to cook at the temperature
your recipe requires, creating tender meats and poultry. Try
the pulled chicken, BBQ pork ribs and Bolognese recipes
on page 7 to eat immediately or save for sandwiches the
next day.
• Use time key to adjust cooking time depending of type and
quantity of meat. Ensure lid is locked securely in place and
steam release handle is in sealing position.
5. SOUP/PORRIDGE
• Adjust cooking time as necessary for your recipe. Ensure lid
is locked securely in place and steam release handle is in
the sealing position.
• It is recommended to use Manual Release lid opening
method (see Operating Instructions) to remove lid once
cooking is complete – turning steam release valve to the
venting position may cause soup or porridge to release with
the steam and block the vent.
• For recipes, see pages 7-8.
6. POTATOES
• Cook tender potatoes, pumpkin or your favourite root
vegetables. Create homemade fries, mash, or toss your
roasted potatoes in butter and fresh herbs, see page 8 for
recipes.
• Use the time key to adjust cooking time depending on recipe
and quantity. Ensure lid is locked securely in place and
steam release handle is in sealing position.
NON-PRESSURE COOKING
• Non-pressure cooking functions include Slow Cook/Sauté/
Yoghurt/Sous Vide/Steam and Pasta.
• Connect power cord. The LED display will show
representing the cooker is in standby mode.
• Select the cooking function you wish to use. Once selected
the preset time will appear, giving you the opportunity to
customise the cooking time and temperature for certain
functions within the ranges (see Program Settings table).
When setting time and temperature, select Time/Temp key,
the display will show the default time of nominated function,
use the and keys to adjust time. When using the
Sauté and Sous Vide functions, the temperature can also be
customised, simply press Time/Temp key again and use
and keys to adjust.
• Once time is set the display will show movement while
cooker starts to heat. Time will begin to count down once
set temperature has been reached.
1. SLOW COOK
• Slow cooking is designed to layer flavours, a technique
professionals use to enhance taste. Use appliance as a
slow cooker for meals such as lamb shanks and curries.
Chicken or small pieces of meat will have the best results
when cooked for 3-4 hours. Larger pieces such as lamb will
have best results when cooked for 6-8 hours. Note cooking
times are approximate only, times can vary depending on
ingredients and quantities.
• For recipe, see page 5.
2. SAUTÉ
• The Sauté function requires lid to be open. Sauté ingredients
in preparation for your slow cooked meals. Brown or
simmer meats and vegetables as required.
3. YOGHURT
• This function allows you to cultivate your yoghurt at a
consistent 40°C temperature. Use your favourite yoghurt
recipe to create healthy yoghurts at home.
