Salton PC1683, Instruction Booklet

Page 1: ...Instruction Booklet Model PC1683 electric pressure cooker ...

Page 2: ...ith a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner Return appliance to the manufacturer for examination repair or adjustment See Warranty 9 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces 10 Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the applian...

Page 3: ...o turn this indicates the cooker is still pressurized Do not force it open Any pressure in the cooker can be hazardous See the HOW TO REMOVE THE COVER instructions 26 DO NOT damage the silicone gasket DO NOT replace it with anything other than the replacement gasket designated for this appliance 27 DO NOT tamper with the Metal Ring in the cover If the steel Metal Ring is damaged stop using the coo...

Page 4: ...2 hours No longer than 1 hour when the room temperature is above 32 C 90 F When cooking these foods do not set the Delay Start function for more than 1 2 hours SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY GROUNDED PLUG To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a grounded plug 2 blades and 1 pin If the plug does not fit fully into the electrical outlet contact a qualified electrician Do...

Page 5: ...e Cookers provide a safe healthy and faster way to cook Once the Pressure Cooker Cover is locked in position and the cooking cycle begins air is exhausted automatically Then steam is sealed inside creating pressure The Pressure Regulator keeps the pressure inside the Cooker at a safe level by permitting the appropriate amount of steam to escape from the Exhaust Pipe under the Pressure Regulator Th...

Page 6: ...ml of liquid to cook food under pressure Cut foods into equal sized pieces to promote even cooking In recipes that call for multiple ingredients cut those that cook more quickly into larger pieces and those that take longer into smaller pieces After becoming familiar with your Pressure Cooker you can readily adapt conventional recipes and cook in one third the time The amount of liquid used may al...

Page 7: ...m Cooking Time Range If you cannot adjust the Pressure Cook Time it is because too much time has passed since you first pressed the Pre set Food Button Cancel the cooking process then press the desired Pre set Food Button and quickly press the Pressure Cook Time Button until you have reached the desired cook time IMPORTANT The time will begin to count down only when the Pressure Cooker has built u...

Page 8: ...over it indicates that your Pressure Cooker is still under pressure and can cause injury if forced open 5 When the Pressure Indicator Valve is completely down turn the Cover clockwise and lift to remove IMPORTANT Always open the Cover away from you to avoid skin contact with any remaining heat or steam PRE SET BUTTON COOKING TIME CHART MENU BUTTON DEFAULT COOKING TIME minutes CUSTOM COOKING TIME R...

Page 9: ... is ready and will automatically switch to the Keep Warm mode 7 IMPORTANT Follow the instructions in the How to Remove the Cover section before attempting to remove the Cover CAUTION It is not recommended to use the Delay Timer function to cook foods that may spoil Leaving raw food inside the Pressure Cooker for long periods of time prior to cooking may result in the food spoiling Cook food that c...

Page 10: ...tarch arrow root or flour can be added after cooking Timetable for Cooking Meat Cooking times are approximate Use the below as a guideline only MEAT Cooking Time minutes Amount of Liquid Cups ml Beef chuck roast 3lbs 1 3 kgs 40 2 1 2 625 Corned beef 3lbs 1 3 kgs 60 3 750 Beef short ribs 25 2 500 Beef stew meat 1 2 5 cm cubes 20 23 2 500 Ham picnic shoulder 3 lbs 1 3 kgs 30 2 500 Leg of lamb 3 lbs ...

Page 11: ... BEANS LEGUMES Cooking Time Black Beans 35 Black eyed Peas 20 Cannellini Beans 35 Chick Peas 25 Great Northern Beans 30 Kidney Beans 25 Lentils 20 Lima Beans 25 Navy Beans 30 Pinto Beans 25 NOTE Cooking times are approximate times Use these as a guideline Size and variety will alter cooking times FRESH VEGETABLES Tips for Cooking Fresh Vegetables Use a minimum 1 cup 250 ml of liquid whether cookin...

Page 12: ...he water NOTE A metal rack without any sharp edges should be used Increase cooking time slightly when using a bowl to hold vegetables VEGETABLE Approx cooking time minutes Artichoke whole Wash trim tops and score hearts 9 11 Asparagus whole or cut Wash break off tough ends 1 2 Beans Green or Wax whole or cut Wash trim ends and strings 1 2 Beets small whole Cut off tops and wash 11 13 Broccoli spea...

Page 13: ...p greens Wash thoroughly several times 4 6 Onions sliced 2 3 Parsnips halved Wash peel or scrape 6 8 Peas green Wash and shell 1 2 Potatoes sliced 1 2 whole medium size Wash and scrub or peel Cook on rack 2 3 12 15 Potatoes sweet and yams half scrub and cut in half 8 10 Pumpkin large wedges Wash remove seeds and pulp 8 10 Rutabagas Turnips 1 2 slices Wash peel and slice 3 5 13 ...

Page 14: ... when cooking fish directly on the rack Cooking chart times are approximate Use these as a guideline Size and variety will alter cooking times Use the Quick Release method see the How to Open the Cover section for all fish and seafood except for Lobster FISH OR SEAFOOD Cooking Time minutes Clams 3 5 Crab whole 3 5 Lobster 1 1 2 2 lbs 675g 900g 3 5 Mussels 3 5 Shrimp 2 3 Whole White Fish cleaned 7 ...

Page 15: ...a time and cook until the sauce reaches the desired consistency POULTRY Tips for Cooking Poultry At the highest point the poultry should not be higher than the 2 3 level marking on the inside of the Removable Cooking Bowl Wash poultry and pat dry with paper towels Remove skin from poultry before cooking If cooking a whole bird tie the legs and wings or wrap in cheesecloth for easy removal from the...

Page 16: ...TIME CHART RICE Cooking Time minutes Arborio 8 Brown 10 Wild 9 NOTE White rice is cooked differently than the rice varieties noted above Please note the instructions for white rice White rice should be cooked on a rack in an ovenproof casserole or stainless steel bowl that fits loosely inside the Pressure Cooker Follow the directions below 1 1 2 cups 375 ml water for Pressure Cooker 1 cup 250 ml l...

Page 17: ...low the unit to cool before cleaning 2 Wash the Removable Cooking Bowl in warm soapy water DO NOT use abrasive cleansers Rinse and dry 3 Wipe the outside of the unit with a clean damp cloth DO NOT immerse the unit in water or any other liquid 4 Turn the Cover upside down Grasp the Rubber Gasket and gently pull out of the Cover Wash in warm soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly Replace the Gasket by...

Page 18: ...Clean with a pin or metal wire if necessary NEVER USE THE PRESSURE COOKER IF THE EXHAUST PIPE IS BLOCKED 4 Reinstall the Blockage Guard over the Exhaust Pipe 5 Reinstall the Pressure Regulator Knob by gently pushing it back into position TROUBLE SHOOTING 1 If you have not added sufficient liquid and you notice that the Pressure Indicator Valve has not risen but the timer is counting down follow th...

Page 19: ...nd Rice 3lb 1 3 kg chicken cut into pieces remove skin 3 tbsp 45 ml olive oil 1 2 cup 125 ml white wine 1 cup 250 ml onion diced 2 cloves garlic peeled and minced 1 1 2 cups 375 ml red pepper cut in chunks 2 cups 500 ml canned plum tomatoes seeded large dice 1 cup 250 ml white rice long grain uncooked 1 2 cup 125 ml frozen peas 3 cups 750 ml chicken broth 1 2 tsp 5 ml salt Salt and pepper the Chic...

Page 20: ...h dissolved in cup 125 ml water Brown chicken and onion in a frying pan Place chicken in the Removable Cooking Pot and add remaining ingredients Cover and cook for 15 minutes Follow the instructions in the Pressure Cooking section Use the Slow Pressure Release method Follow the instructions in the How to Remove the Cover section Remove the Cover With the Cover off press the Meat button and add the...

Page 21: ...1 1 2 tsp 8 ml chili powder Heat the oil in the frying pan and brown the roast on all sides Remove the roast and place in the Removable Cooking Pot Add onions and celery to the frying pan and cook for 1 minute Add barbecue sauce beer and chili power Mix well Add the mixture to the Removable Cooking Pot Cover and following the instructions in the Pressure Cooking section and cook for 50 minutes Rel...

Page 22: ...ters 2 celery stalks cut in quarters 4 cloves garlic peeled 5 cups 1250 ml water cup 125 ml dry white wine 3 peppercorns 2 lbs 1 kg meaty beef bones Brown onions garlic carrots and celery in a frying pan Place in the Removable Cooking Pot Add remaining ingredients cover and cook for 25 minutes Use Slow Pressure Release method Chicken Broth 2 onions chopped 2 carrots cut in quarters 2 celery stalks...

Page 23: ... method Open the Pressure Cooker and add Navy Beans macaroni and basil Press the Vegetable Fish Pre set Button and cook without the Cover for approximately 5 minutes until pasta is tender Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese Chicken Soup 2 medium onions diced 2 ribs celery diced 1 carrot diced 2 cloves garlic minced 2 chicken legs skin removed 1 bay leaf 3 4 cup 180 ml thin egg noodl...

Page 24: ...mer LIMITED WARRANTY The original sales receipt is the only acceptable proof of purchase Salton Canada warrants that this appliance shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five 5 years from the date of original purchase Salton Canada at its sole discretion during this warranty period will repair or replace a defective product or issue a refund Any refund to the purch...

Page 25: ...h tracking information when returning your product Salton Canada will not be held responsible for in transit damage or for packages that are not received This warranty does not include the cost of shipping which is to be borne by the customer Name Address City Prov State Postal Zip Code Daytime Phone No Email Product defect Type of payment Cheque Money Order Visa MasterCard Name on card Expiry Dat...