User manual TEFAL KALEO SCHEMA

[. . . ] When the Pressure Cooker is under pressure, take great care when moving it. Use the handles and knobs, and wear gloves if necessary. Never use the lid knob to carry your pressure cooker. Do not use your Pressure Cooker for any use other than that for which it is designed. [. . . ] do not fill the pressure cooker with contents more than half the height of the pot. If your pressure cooker has been heated without any liquid in it: Have it checked at any TEFAL Approved Service Centre. 11 5119-4134451 CLIPSO-M5. qxp 1/03/07 10:16 Page 12 Using the Vitamin basket Food placed in the vitamin basket must not touch the inside of the pressure cooker lid when closed. ! For steam cooking You will have 1 or 2 steam baskets according to your model. 4 Pour 750 ml of water into the pressure cooker. Place the steam basket onto the integrated basket supports. For models equipped with 2 rows of basket supports You can simultaneously cook food at the bottom of the cooker with at least 250 ml of liquid, and in the steam basket placed on the basket supports. If you have 2 steam/vitamin baskets you can also steam two layers of food using the 2 baskets simultaneously. Place the first basket on the lower level by tilting the basket slightly on its side. Then place the second basket onto the higher level. 12 5119-4134451 CLIPSO-M5. qxp 1/03/07 10:16 Page 13 Using the programme selector Turn the pressure cooker so that the unlocking button is facing you. To preserve the maximum amount of vitamins and minerals whilst cooking: Turn the selector so that it is on v it ami n or . ! v i t ami n To cook meat and fish fast: Turn the selector so that it is on . 5 To release the steam Gradually turn the selector from the cooking setting to . Be careful, as the steam, which is released, is very hot. ! You can also release the pressure by placing the pressure cooker under a running tap of cold water. Direct the cold water onto the metal part of the lid (and NOT the control module). Remove the timer* before running water over the pressure cooker. ! * depending on model 13 5119-4134451 CLIPSO-M5. qxp 1/03/07 10:16 Page 14 Using your pressure cooker for the first time Fill the pressure cooker up to 2/3 full with water. Turn the selector so that it is on . Put the pressure cooker on the heat source at the highest temperature. Turn the pressure cooker so that the unlocking button is facing you. ! Set the timer for 15 minutes (see chapter on Smart timer)*. For models not fitted with a timer, allow 15 minutes. The seal is clean and in good condition; change it if required. ! Do not leave food standing in your pressure cooker. Never use bleach or chlorine based products to clean your pressure cooker as these damage the quality of stainless steel. Remove the timer before cleaning*. Wash your cooker after each use. For models fitted with folding pan handles, we recommend cleaning the pressure cooker with the handles folded. Dishwasher cleaning You can wash the pot and the basket in the dishwasher. You can also put the lid into the dishwasher, on the condition that you have removed the timer* and the seal from the lid. ! Never put the timer* or the seal into the dishwasher. Hand cleaning Wash your pot and basket in warm water with a little washing-up liquid. You can use a scouring pad on the inside. Remove the seal from the lid and clean it in warm water with a little washing-up liquid. Clean your lid under water with a sponge and washing-up liquid. Let the lid drip dry after cleaning. Don't leave the lid to soak in water if the control module is still attached. ! If the pot starts to change colour: It has blackened: you can clean it with a special stainless steel cleaner, sold in hardware stores. Iridescent glints appear: clean them off using some white vinegar or special stainless steel cleaner. 10 If food has burnt in the pot: * depending on model Leave the pot to soak before cleaning it. Never use bleach or chlorine based products to clean it. 19 5119-4134451 CLIPSO-M5. qxp 1/03/07 10:16 Page 20 Cleaning and Maintenance Re-fitting the control module (See chapter on control module) Re-fitting the seal For better visibility, this operation must be carried out with the lid in the open position, i. e. : with the jaws open. Tab To ensure a perfect seal, make sure the seal slips fully under each tab by pressing and pushing it with your finger towards the edge of the lid. ! [. . . ] The seal is correctly fitted onto the lid. Lid, safety valve and operating valve are clean. Check and clean the operating valve, steam release outlet, safety valve and seal. Check that the pressure indicator is in the low position. [. . . ]