West Bend 81006CF - Pressure Cooker Benutzeranleitung
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The pressure limiting valve seems loose. Is that a problem?
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When you are not cooking, the pressure limiting valve will remain loose. Once
you actually start cooking and have the pressure limiting valve set to “Airtight”, it
will no longer be loose or freely turn. Occasionally while cooking, steam may
escape from the pressure limiting valve. This happens if it is not properly set to
“Airtight”. If this is the case, use tongs to gently adjust the pressure limiting valve
to the “Airtight” position.
When I choose a menu function, nothing is happening. Why?
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Always check that the pressure limiting valve is set to “Airtight” when using a
pressured setting. When cooking at a pressure setting, it takes time to build
pressure up in the appliance. The display will not change while pressure is
building, which can take up to 20 minutes.
I set the pressure cooker to “High Pressure” or “Low Pressure” or “Rice” and
it starts to build pressure, but then it beeps 3 times and goes into “Warm” and
my food isn’t cooked. What is happening?
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First, check to be sure that you set the cook time. If you have, then the pressure
cooker is sensing that there is a leak somewhere and that it hasn’t been sealed
properly. Carefully check the gasket on the floating valve and the rubber lid seal
ring gasket for any cracks or gaps. If there is a damaged gasket, do not use the
appliance and contact customer service. If the gaskets are in position and show
no damage, make sure that the lid is closed securely. Unplug the cooker, wait
15 seconds, plug in, then reprogram. It is also possible that you may not be
using enough water for what you’re trying to cook. Increase the amount of water
you’re using by at least half a cup, and reprogram.
Steam is being released around the rim of the lid while the pressure cooker is
pressurizing. How do I fix this?
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This happens when the rubber lid seal ring gasket has not formed a proper seal.
Press “Start/Cancel” to cancel all functions, then set the pressure limiting valve
to “Exhaust”. Once all steam has dissipated, open the lid. Run a damp cloth
around the rubber lid seal ring gasket to clean any debris that may be there.
Check that it is completely under the rail with no tears or gaps. Close and lock
the lid, then reprogram the cooker.
Steam is escaping from the floating valve during the pressurization sequence,
why?
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It is normal for small amounts of steam to be released during the pressure cycle.
However, if you are noticing a steady stream of steam escaping from the floating
valve, use tongs or a similar instrument and an oven mitt to adjust the floating
valve’s position. Steam will then cause the floating valve to lift and create a seal.
Steam is escaping from the pressure limiting valve during the pressurization
sequence, why?
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Always check that the pressure limiting valve is set to “Airtight” when using a
pressured setting. If it is not seated correctly, use tongs to gently adjust the
pressure limiting valve to the “Airtight” position. If steam continues to escape,
cancel all functions, set pressure limiting valve to “Exhaust” and exhaust all
steam in the cooker. When steam is released, gently pull up on the pressure
limiting valve to remove it from the lid. Check the wires on the underside, if they