Tristar Products Power Quick Pot Y10D-36 Owner'S Manual Download

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4-, 6-, 8-, 10-Quart Power Quick Pot™

Troubleshooting

Symptom

Possible Cause

Solution

Cannot Open Lid

DO NOT FORCE OPEN

Lid Does Not Lock

Inner Lid Rubber Gasket is not properly
installed

Reinstall Inner Lid Rubber Gasket

Cannot Open Lid after
Pressure is Released

Float Valve and Pressure Release Valve
are still raised

Ensure the Pressure Release Valve is open, the Steam Release Switch

is in the Open position, and you have let go of the Steam Release Switch.

CAUTION:

Hot steam may be released during this process. Do not place

face near valve opening.

Air Escapes from Rim
of Lid and Pressure will
Not Increase

Lid is put on incorrectly

Read Instruction for Use, specific to Lid placement

Inner Lid Rubber Gasket was not
installed or was not installed properly

Install Inner Lid Rubber Gasket

Food residue remains on Inner Lid
Rubber Gasket

Clean Inner Lid Rubber Gasket

Inner Lid Rubber Gasket is damaged
or worn out

Replace Inner Lid Rubber Gasket. Contact Customer Service

for assistance (see the back of the manual for contact information).

for replacement parts.

Air Escapes from Float
Valve During Operation

Food is stuck on Float Valve Rubber
Gasket

Clean Float Valve Rubber Gasket

Float Valve Does
Not Rise

Float Valve Rubber Gasket is worn out

Replace Float Valve Rubber Gasket. Contact Customer Service

for assistance (see the back of the manual for contact information).

Appliance is not filled with enough food
or water

Check recipe for proper quantities of solids and liquids

Air is escaping from rim of Lid and/or
from Pressure Release Valve

Contact Customer Service for assistance (see the back of the manual

for contact information).

Float Valve not assembled correctly

Float Valve should be able to move up and down, stopping only when

its Rubber Gasket meets the Lid interior. Ensure that its Rubber Gasket

is clean and the Float Valve can move freely.*

Unit Turns Off
Unexpectedly

Appliance is overheated

Unplug and let the Unit cool for 30 mins. in order to reset

Display Reads “LID” and
Beeping Sound Occurs

Lid not positioned correctly or not fully
closed

Adjust Lid by following

ATTACHING LID

PREPARING FOR USE

, p. 14.

NOTE: Non-pressure programs require the Glass Lid and not the main Lid.

Lid does not open

Lid is put on incorrectly

DO NOT FORCE LID OPEN. Unplug and then let the Unit cool down.
Then, attempt to remove the Lid again.

*NOTE:

If necessary to reassemble Float Valve, see

FLOAT VALVE ASSEMBLY

, p. 13.

Summary of Contents for Power Quick Pot Y10D-36

Page 1: ...Save These Instructions For Household Use Only Owner s Manual Warranty Information Inside MODELS Y4D 36 4 qt Y6D 36 6 qt Y8D 36 8 qt Y10D 36 10 qt ...

Page 2: ...ombination of cooking surfaces and digital technology that will guarantee rave reviews at mealtimes for the entire family Once familiar with the unique One Touch Pre Set System you ll find that many of your favorite family recipes can be cooked to perfection in a fraction of the time The sealed cooking chamber builds up heat and pressure The result more flavor stays locked within the food and less...

Page 3: ...re Indicator 5 Pressure Release Valve 6 One Touch Technology Releasing Pressure 8 Natural Release and Rapid Release 8 How Natural Release Works and When to Use It How Rapid Release Works and When to Use It Table of Contents Parts Accessories 10 Assembly Instructions 12 Instructions for Use 14 A Preparing for Use 14 Check Parts Accessories Conduct Test Run with Water Only B Operation Instructions 1...

Page 4: ... should rotate freely and any resistance indicates that the Lid is improperly placed or under pressure 6 Always attach plug to appliance first then plug cord into the wall outlet To disconnect turn any control to off then remove plug from wall outlet 7 This appliance cooks under pressure Improper use may result in scalding injury Make certain Unit is properly closed before operating and the PRESSU...

Page 5: ...e manual for contact information 23 To prevent risk of explosion and injury replace only the Rubber Gaskets dynamic seal ring as recommended by the manufacturer 24 Unplug the Unit from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow the Unit to cool before attaching or removing parts 25 NEVER IMMERSE HOUSING IN WATER IF UNIT FALLS OR ACCIDENTALLY BECOMES IMMERSED IN WATER UNPLUG FROM WALL OUT...

Page 6: ... slid once to release the steam and then let go to open the Lid If there is steam pressure coming out of the Pressure Release Valve or your hand is still holding the Steam Release Switch in the Open position the Lid will not slide to open 7 EXCESS PRESSURE RELEASE SYSTEM The Pressure Release Valve is weighted which maintains a pressure level and only allows the Unit to build pressure at a certain ...

Page 7: ...lowers pressure Move the Release Switch on the top of the Lid from the Closed to the Open position to open the Pressure Release Valve WARNING Hot steam is released from the Pressure Release Valve DO NOT USE BARE HANDS to open Pressure Release Valve 4 ONE TOUCH TECHNOLOGY With 37 preprogrammed default settings your family s favorite homemade meals can be quickly and easily cooked to perfection in a...

Page 8: ...d each process has a different impact on the food inside the Unit Natural release lets pressure reduce slowly on its own Once the active cooking cycle is complete you can press the Cancel Button on the Control Panel and the pressure will automatically drop inside the pressure cooker slowly Because of this slow drop in pressure and heat when using natural release food continues cooking even though ...

Page 9: ...d through the Pressure Release Valve Rapid release takes no more than a few minutes or two and works best with foods like eggs vegetables or delicate ingredients that do not benefit from any extra cooking time This method is also helpful when you need to check the doneness of food or to add additional ingredients to the Power Quick Pot such as when cooking a stew Avoid using rapid release when coo...

Page 10: ...DERSIDE WITHOUT INNER LID Lid Handle Steam Release Switch Caution Label Do Not Remove Pressure Release Valve Float Valve Float Valve Steam Release Switch Pressure Release Valve Lid Handle Locking Pins Center Knob Float Valve Rubber Gasket Pressure Release Valve underside ...

Page 11: ...er Service using the number located in the back of this manual For replacement parts visit www PowerQuickPot com FRONT STAINLESS STEEL INNER POT Measuring Cup Lid Underside with Inner Lid Condensation Collector Inner Lid Center Gasket Ladle Float Valve Pin Power Cord Inner Lid Outer Gasket Glass Lid LCD Display Program Dial Base The Max Fill Line in the Inner Pot is represented by FULL CUP on some...

Page 12: ...nob on the Inner Lid is facing outward away from the Lid You should be able to see the Knob 6 Press the Inner Lid onto the Lid and press the hole on the Inner Lid onto the Center Knob on the underside of the Lid see Fig iii 7 Ensure that the Inner Lid is facing outward and that the Inner Lid Rubber Gasket sits correctly and evenly on the Inner Lid 1 Ensure that the Knob on the underside of the Inn...

Page 13: ...ee Fig vii 6 With the Float Valve Pin inserted into the side hole slide the Rubber Gasket onto the Float Valve ensuring that the wider side of the Rubber Gasket is against the Lid see Fig viii 7 The Rubber Gasket should be snug on the Float Valve 8 Remove the Float Valve Pin NOTE Do not attempt to assemble or disassemble the Pressure Release Valve when the Power Quick Pot is in use 1 Pull to remov...

Page 14: ...d gaskets are in place Place the Inner Lid Outer Gasket around the outside of the Inner Lid and the Inner Lid Center Gasket in the center hole Make sure the float valve and gasket are in place in the lid See ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 5 Place the Inner Pot in the Base Pour 2 cups 473 mL of water in the Inner Pot 6 Attach the Power Cord to the Unit Base first and then into wall outlet See the ATTACHING ...

Page 15: ...Release Switch from the Closed to the Open position and let go see Fig F Allow all pressure to escape from cooker You will notice a slight incline of the Pressure Release Valve while pressure is being released see Fig H WARNING Keep body face arms torso away from Pressure Release Valve area when operating the Release Switch to avoid being exposed to the steam released from the valve Follow these s...

Page 16: ...rn the Program Dial to the left or right to choose a preset subcategory see part B p 18 19 Press the Program Dial to select the subcategory 10 Turn the Program Dial to the left or right to switch between LOW MED or HIGH cooking settings and press the Program Dial to select see part C p 18 11 Alternatively you can select the Timer see part D p 18 19 and Temperature see part E p 18 19 Buttons to man...

Page 17: ...EN THE LID 15 At completion of the cooking cycle the Unit will beep and enter Keep Warm mode until manually cancelled by selecting the Cancel Button NOTE Foods kept at Keep Warm mode for longer than 6 8 hrs may lose their flavor and texture and can be a food concern NOTE When using the Keep Warm setting when the cooking cycle is complete the screen will remain Red until the temperature drops to th...

Page 18: ...ns 40 mins 1 hr 20 mins 24 hrs 5 mins 95 195 F 5 F 35 90 C 5 C PORK 1 hr 3 hrs 5 hrs 30 mins 24 hrs 5 mins 95 195 F 5 F 35 90 C 5 C VEGETABLES 10 mins 1 hr 2 hrs 10 mins 3 hrs 5 mins 95 195 F 5 F 35 90 C 5 C EGG CUSTARD 45 mins 1 hr 2 hrs 30 mins 3 hrs 5 mins 95 195 F 5 F 35 90 C 5 C The default temperature for the Sous Vide Sauté and Slow Cook presets are 140 340 and 195 F 60 170 and 90 C respect...

Page 19: ...60 F 5 F 35 182 C 5 C PORK 20 mins 1 59 mins 1 min 95 360 F 5 F 35 182 C 5 C RIBS 20 mins 1 59 mins 1 min 95 360 F 5 F 35 182 C 5 C VEGETABLES 10 mins 1 59 mins 1 min 95 360 F 5 F 35 182 C 5 C Slow Cook BEEF 1 hr 3 hrs 8 hrs 1 12 hrs 15 mins 195 212 F 1 F 90 100 C 1 C POULTRY 1 hr 2 hrs 5 hrs 1 12 hrs 15 mins 195 212 F 1 F 90 100 C 1 C PORK 1 hr 3 hrs 5 hrs 1 12 hrs 15 mins 195 212 F 1 F 90 100 C ...

Page 20: ... before sealing You may use a vacuum sealer for best results 3 Pour water into the Inner Pot being careful not to add so much water that the water passes the FULL CUP Line when the bags are added NOTE You can place the food bags in the Inner Pot first and then add the water to ensure that the water does not fill above the FULL CUP Line Then remove the bags before beginning the cooking cycle and pr...

Page 21: ...this toss butter into a smoking hot skillet and quickly sear cooked meat for 30 secs on each side Ensure that the sealed bag with food is constantly submerged so the food is fully cooked Clip a food safe or sous vide weight not included to the food bag Cook fruit to make toppings purées and syrups Cook for 2 2 1 2 hrs at 160 F and let cool in the bag before using Sous Vide FOOD TEMP TIME Beef Rare...

Page 22: ...to adjust the time if needed Press the Program Dial again and the timer will begin counting down NOTE If the Yogurt Button is not pressed the Unit will beep continuously and the Power Quick Pot will return to standby mode 7 Place the Glass Lid back on the Power Quick Pot 8 Leave the Power Quick Pot undisturbed allowing the yogurt to incubate for 4 10 hrs 9 Once the incubation is complete press the...

Page 23: ... 1 2 Fish soup or stock 1 4 5 6 Vegetable Liquid Amount cups Approx Time min Asparagus thin whole 1 1 2 Beans fava 1 4 Beans green 1 2 3 Beans lima 1 2 Beets medium 1 10 Broccoli pieces 1 2 Brussels sprouts whole 1 4 Carrots 1 in pieces 1 4 Corn on the cob 1 3 Pearl onions whole 1 2 Potatoes 1 1 2 in chunks 1 6 Potatoes whole medium 1 10 11 Squash acorn halved 1 7 Squash summer zucchini 1 4 NOTE A...

Page 24: ...wn The time required to reach the desired pressure setting depends on the volume concentration and ratios of solid to liquid in the Unit generally 5 40 mins 5 Can you change the cook time from the default setting Yes You can change the cook time two ways Select LOW MED or HIGH These are preprogrammed settings that will give a predetermined time Alternatively select the Time Button to adjust the co...

Page 25: ...t cloth and warm soapy water Reattach the Inner Lid Rubber Gasket Rubber Gasket to the Inner Lid NOTE Check periodically to make sure the Rubber Gasket is clean flexible and not torn If damaged replace before operating Unit see INNER LID ASSEMBLY p 12 6 Rinse upper and underside of Lid with warm water making sure the Float Valve and Pressure Release Valve are free from debris Both valves should be...

Page 26: ...n Food is stuck on Float Valve Rubber Gasket Clean Float Valve Rubber Gasket Float Valve Does Not Rise Float Valve Rubber Gasket is worn out Replace Float Valve Rubber Gasket Contact Customer Service for assistance see the back of the manual for contact information Appliance is not filled with enough food or water Check recipe for proper quantities of solids and liquids Air is escaping from rim of...

Page 27: ...Service LID Wrong Lid Attach the correct Lid before use DISPLAY ERROR INDICATOR NOTE DO NOT use or attempt to repair a malfunctioning appliance See the back of the manual for Customer Service contact information Model Number Supply Power Rated Power Capacity of Inner Pot Working Pressure Safety Working Pressure Y4D 36 AC 120V 60HZ 800W 4 qt 0 80 kPa 80 90 kPa Y6D 36 AC 120V 60HZ 1200W 6 qt 0 80 kP...

Page 28: ...recipe may destroy the nutrients and flavor in foods Food enzymes can promote the growth of mold and yeast which in turn will cause food to spoil These agents can be destroyed by achieving a temperature of 212 F with steam canning methods However other contaminants such as salmonella staphylococcus aureus and clostridium botulinum the cause of botulism may develop Killing these harmful bacteria re...

Page 29: ...or Home Food Preservation http www uga edu nchfp or your local county extension agent IMPORTANT Review USDA guidelines prior to canning PROCESSING TIME PRESSURE ALTITUDE PINT SIZE JAR QUANTITIES Food Item Canning Time Asparagus 30 mins Beans green 20 mins Beans lima pinto butter or soy 40 mins Beets 30 mins Carrots 25 mins Corn whole kernel 55 mins Greens 70 mins Okra 25 mins Peas green or English...

Page 30: ...ugar to balance the tart taste Your Power Quick Pot is designed to accommodate a specific number of pint sized jars per session Jars with self sealing lids are suggested for use JAR CLEANING Always wash empty jars in hot water with soap either by hand or in dishwasher Rinse thoroughly Scale or hard water films on jars are easily removed by soaking jars for several hours in a solution containing 1 ...

Page 31: ... will discolor during storage Overtightening also may cause lids to buckle and jars to break 6 Place the Inner Pot in the Unit Base see Fig Q Place a wire rack not included in bottom of Inner Pot Place filled sealed jars on wire rack see Fig R Maximum jar quantity varies per model See PINT SIZE JAR QUANTITIES P 29 7 Pour hot water into Inner Pot with jars until water level reaches 1 4 way up sides...

Page 32: ... be any give or springing motion If this happens the canning process was not successful and food must be re processed immediately or refrigerated and used within a few days NOTE Never retighten lids after processing jars As jars cool the contents contract pulling the self sealing lid firmly against the jar to form a high vacuum NOTE Screw bands are not needed on stored jars They should be removed ...

Page 33: ...rticular purpose on this product is limited to the duration of this warranty Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you 3 This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Procedure for Return within 60 Days To return the product within the 60 day money bac...

Page 34: ...34 4 6 8 10 Quart PowerQuick Pot ...

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Page 36: ...red to the highest standards Should you have any problem our friendly customer service staff is here to help you Call us at 973 287 5145 or visit us at www TristarCares com Distributed by Tristar Products Inc Fairfield NJ 07004 2018 Tristar Products Inc Made in China PQP_4 6 8 10QT_IB_TP_ENG_V4_180626 ...

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