User manual TEFAL CLIPSO JAMIE OLIVER

[. . . ] Make sure that the inside pressure has returned to normal. Never use your X'press Cooker without liquid: this could cause serious damage. Do not fill your X'press Cooker more than 2/3 full. [. . . ] s With Clipsoval, the trivet is an integral part of the basket. 4 Maximum filling Never fill your X'press Cooker to more than 2/3 of the pan height. s For certain foods s For foods that dilate during cooking, such as rice, dried vegetables or stewed fruit, do not fill the pan to more than half of its height. If the X'press Cooker has heated without any liquid inside: Have your X'press Cooker checked by an Approved TEFAL After-Sales Centre. s 5 Using the pressure regulator valve Positioning the pressure regulator valve s Position the pressure regulator valve by placing the 0 opposite the white dot on the lid. s Press the pressure regulator valve down on the steam outlet until you hear a click. s Turn to the required position. Cooking delicate foods and preserving vitamins s Place the pressure regulator valve on 1. s Cooking meat and defrosting Place the pressure regulator valve on 2. 5 s Releasing steam Place the pressure regulator valve on . The steam is very hot when it escapes from the pressure regulator valve. ! Removing the pressure regulator valve Press on the central part and turn the pressure regulator valve to position 0. s Remove the pressure regulator valve. s The steam escapes via the pressure regulator valve with a sharp hissing noise: Turn off the heat. s After opening the Cooker, check that the steam outlet is not blocked up by food. s s 6 Using for the first time s Fill with water to 2/3 of the pan height. s Close the X'press Cooker. s Place the pressure regulator valve on 2. s Put the X'press Cooker on the hob and set to maximum heat. When steam begins to escape from the valve, turn the heat down and wait for 15 minutes. s 6 s After 15 minutes turn off the heat. s Place the valve on . When no more steam comes out of the pressure regulator valve and the pressure indicator is in its low position, open the X'press Cooker. s s Rinse the X'press Cooker with cold water and dry. N. B. : The appearance of stains on the inside bottom of the pan does not affect the quality of the metal. Use a little diluted vinegar and a scouring pad to make them disappear. s 7 Before cooking Before each use, check that the steam outlet is not blocked up. s Fit the pressure regulator valve. Position the pressure regulator valve as indicated in your recipe (position 1 ou 2). s s Place the X'press Cooker on the hob turned up to maximum. s As soon as the pressure indicator rises, you will be unable to open the X'press Cooker. ! Cooking begins when the pressure regulator valve allows steady release of steam, making a regular hissing noise. s 7 If the pressure has not risen and nothing escapes from the valve during cooking: This is normal for the first few minutes. If the phenomenon persists check that: The heat is turned up enough, if not turn it up. The pressure regulator valve is on 1 or 2 The X'press Cooker is properly closed. The gasket or the side of the pan are not damaged. s s If the pressure indicator has risen and nothing escapes from the valve during cooking: Put your X'press Cooker under the cold water tap to decompress. s Clean the pressure regulator valve and the steam outlet. s 8 During cooking Turn the heat down as soon as the pressure regulator valve allows steam to escape at a constant rate, making a regular hissing noise. s As with any cooking utensil, close supervision is required if you are using it within the proximity of children. ! s Calculate the cooking time given in the recipe. Turn the heat off as soon as the cooking time is reached. s If steam escapes from under the lid, check: That the lid is properly closed. s The good condition of the gasket and change it if necessary. s The cleanliness of the lid, safety valve and pressure regulator valve. s The good condition of the edge of the pan. s s 8 If one of the safety systems (safety valve or gasket) is activated: Turn off the heat Allow the X'press Cooker to cool down. [. . . ] s Never use bleach or chlorinated products. s 12 TEFAL is safe Your X'press Cooker has several systems to ensure perfectly safe cooking. Safe closing system s The jaws must be in contact with the edge of the lid. s If not, steam will escape from underneath the pressure indicator and steam will not build up. Safe opening system s If the X'press Cooker is under pressure, the opening button cannot be operated because the mechanism is locked by the pressure indicator. In this case, do not try to force the opening, but bring the valve to and wait until complete evacuation of the steam. s Check the pressure indicator position. [. . . ]