West Bend 82011 - Pressure Cooker Manuel Du Propriétaire

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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 lid 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 lid 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 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 are bent, loose, or

damaged, contact customer service for replacement. Make sure there is no food or

debris in the valve. Replace the pressure limiting valve. If there are still problems

after checking these, contact customer service for assistance.

My food is done, the cooker has beeped, and I released the pressure but my lid

won’t open. Why?

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Check the floating valve at the back of the lid. If it is still in the up position, it may be

stuck. Gently tap on the cooker to dislodge it. Check that all steam has been vented,

then turn the lid to open.

ECIPES

Here are a few great recipes to get you started. Please visit our recipe section

at www.westbend.com for more.

Beef Stew

1½ lbs. Beef Stew Meat, cubed

1 med. Onion, Chopped

4 med. Carrots, Sliced ½”

2 Ribs Celery, Sliced ½”

4 med. Potatoes, Sliced ½”

1 - 28oz. can Diced Tomatoes

1 - 10.5 oz. Beef Broth

1 tbsp. Worcestershire Sauce

2 tbsp. Dried Parsley Flakes

1 Bay Leaf

1 tsp. Salt

¼ tsp. Pepper

2 tbsp. Quick Cooking Tapioca

1. Add all ingredients to cooking vessel. Stir to combine.

2. Securely close lid to locked position, set pressure limiting valve to “Airtight”.

3. Follow basic directions for pressure cooking, and cook at high pressure for 30

minutes, or slow cook for 5 hours.