ITouch - Saucepan BEEM - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ITouch BEEM

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i-Touch BEEM - Elements of Lifestyle Dear Customer, before using the pressure cooker, please read the instructions contained in this user manual on the special properties for safe and intended use as well as cleaning and care. Open the fold-out page at the beginning and end of the user manual in order to view the illustrations during reading. Keep this user manual in a safe place and pass it on to any future owners together with the appliance. Safety instructions General safety instructions

Read the instructions contained in this user manual completely before you work with the pressure cooker. Improper use can lead to conside- rable damage.

Do not allow anyone to use the pres- sure cooker before they have made themselves completely familiar with the user manual.

DANGER Risk of suffocation from the packing material! ► Never play with packaging material. Risk of suffocation. Supervision ► Do not leave the pressure cooker unat- tended during use. ► Do not use the pressure cooker in the vicinity of children. ► This pressure cooker is not intended for use by persons (including children) with restricted physical, sensory or mental capabilities or with insufficien experience and/or knowledge un- less they are supervised by a person responsibly for their safety or have received instructions on the use of the appliance from such a person. Safe use WARNING Observe the following notes to avoid injury:

The pressure cooker cooks under pressure. Before heating, check that the pressure lid is seated properly. Never use the pressure cooker with a loosely fitting pressure lid.

Check that the safety valve and the regulating valve are clean and func- tional before using each time and inspect the pressure cooker for external damage before using. Do not use a damaged pressure cooker.

i-Touch EN BEEM - Elements of Lifestyle WARNING Observe the following notes to avoid injury: ► Do not use the pressure cooker for frying. Observe the following instructions to avoid burning/scalding: ► Only hold the pressure cooker with the handle and operating elements. If necessary, use gloves or pot hold- ers. ► Move the pressure cooker carefully when it is under pressure. ► Hot steam can escape from the safe- ty valve and regulating valve. Keep a safe distance from the appliance.

Don't overfill your pressure cooker. Use the MAX-marking inside the pot. For foods that foam or expand during cooking, such as rice, legumes, broths or dried vegetables, fill the pressure cooker to no higher than half its capacity. ► Do not prepare apple puree and compotes in the pressure cooker as this can lead to steam bubbles that could cause scalding when the pot is opened. ► When cooking meat with skin, do not prick into the skin of the meat as long as the skin is swollen. Squirting broth could lead to burns. CAUTION Observe the following instructions to avoid damage to the pressure cooker or hot plate: ► Never heat the pressure cooker without liquid otherwise the pot can be damaged by overheating. Fill the pressure cooker with at least ¼ l of liquid. ► Never use the product in the oven. Handles, valves, seals and safety equipment will be damaged by high temperatures. Safe opening of the pressure cooker WARNING Observe the following notes to avoid injury: ► Never use force to open the pres- sure cooker. Do not open it before the pressure has been completely released as described in the section Opening the pressure cooker.

Shake the pressure cooker thor- oughly before opening each time so that steam bubbles cannot squirt and scald you. This is particularly important when cooling down quickly. ► Always keep hands, head and body away from the danger zone. You could be injured by escaping steam. Pay particular attention when releas- ing pressure quickly with the regulat- ing valve at position.

Never carry the pressure cooker by the lid handle.13

i-Touch BEEM - Elements of Lifestyle Safety during cleaning WARNING Danger of burns! ► Always allow the pressure cooker to cool down before cleaning. CAUTION ► Do not use sharp objects or abrasive cleaning agents to clean the pres- sure cooker. Safety during repairs and maintenance WARNING Observe the following notes to avoid injury: ► Do not modify the pressure cooker. In particular, do not interfere with the safety equipment other than the cleaning measures listed in these operating instructions. Do not oil the valves! ► Replace the sealing ring with an original spare part regularly after using approx. 400 times or at least after 2 years. ► Expendable parts that exhibit visible damage (e.g., cracks, discolouring or deformation) or that are not correctly seated, must be replaced imme- diately. Failure to observe this will impair the function and safety of your pressure cooker. ► Defective parts may only be re- placed with original spare parts. Only original spare parts guarantee that the safety requirements are met.

Repairs to the product must only be carried out by an authorised special- ist or by the works customer service. Unqualified repairs can lead to con- siderable danger for the user. They will also invalidate the warranty/ guarantee. Intended use This product is intended for non-commer- cial preparation of food on electric, gas and induction cookers. Any use other than previously stated is considered as improper use. WARNING If not used for its intended purpose and/ or used in any other way, the appliance may be or become a source of danger. ► Use the appliance only for its in- tended purpose. ► Observe the procedures described in this user manual. No claims of any kind will be accepted for damage resulting from use of the appli- ance for other than its intended purpose. The risk must be borne solely by the user of the appliance. Symbols used DANGER This indicates a possible hazardous situation, which could lead to severe physical injury or death. ► Follow these instructions to avoid danger.14 i-Touch

BEEM - Elements of Lifestyle Product description The i-Touch pressure cooker is suitable for all types of cookers for preparing soups, stews, meat and vegetables. The glass lid allows you to use the pressure cooker as a normal pot. Product overview/ Delivery contents (See illustrations on the left fold-out page)

The pressure lid locks will not open until the pressure in the pressure cooker has fully dispersed. Closing the pressure lid (Fig. A1, A3)

Place the pressure lid (9) with its built-in sealing ring on the pressure cooker pot. Ensure that the pressure release (8) on the valve is not in the direction of the handle in order to prevent scalding as the steam dissipates. WARNING This is used for a possible hazardous situation that could lead to injury. ► Follow these instructions to avoid danger. CAUTION This is used for a possible hazardous situation that could lead to damage. ► Follow these instructions to avoid danger. NOTE ► A note contains additional informa- tion to simplify the use of the appli- ance. Before using for the rst time Check the delivery contents

1. Check for visible signs of damage or

2. Report incomplete or damaged con-

tents to your supplier immediately. Before using for the rst time

1. Clean all parts in warm dishwater to

remove possible production residues.

2. Clean the sealing ring and dry it prop-

3. Insert the sealing ring into the

pressure lid as described in the section Inserting the sealing ring.

(3). The pressure lid locks (4). The pressure cooker is now ready for use. Insert the sealing ring

Insert the sealing ring (6) into the pressure lid without twisting it and or leaving gaps. the sealing ring must lie flat underneath the inwardly bent edge segments of the stainless steel lid. Watch the fill level NOTE

Don't overfill your pressure cooker. Use the MAX-marking inside the pot. For foods that foam or expand during cooking, such as rice, legumes, broths or dried vegetables, fill the pressure cooker to no higher than half its capacity.

The minimum amount of liquid (1/4 liter) is necessary for steam production, regardless of whether you are cooking with or without the steamer. Check the safety valve The safety valve (5) indicates the pressure in the pressure cooker by its red cap: ■ Red cap is down: The pressure cooker is not under pressure and can be opened. ■ Red cap is up: The pressure cooker is under pressure and CANNOT be opened. NOTE ► Before using each time, check that the safety valve can move lightly by pressing against it from beneath. It must be able to move up and down freely.

1. Put the ingredients into the pressure

cooker. Don't overfill the pressure cooker.

2. Check for correct seating of the seal-

Close the pressure lid of the pressure cooker.

4. Put the pressure cooker onto the

cooker and switch the cooker on to maximum heat. Preparations Cooking with the pressure cooker Set the timer

1. Press the SET/STOP button to turn

the timer on. The display shows 00.

2. Press SET/STOP again until you have

set the desired number of minutes (max. 30 minutes). Hold down SET/ STOP to increase the speed.

3. The time flashes on the timer and runs

backwards. The last 59 seconds show in seconds rather than minutes. Several signals will sound once the time has elapsed.

4. In order to stop the timer prematurely,

press SET/STOP. The timer will automatically stop once the time has elapsed.16 i-Touch

BEEM - Elements of Lifestyle WARNING Keep safely away from the escaping steam to prevent scalding. NOTE ► Before each use, check the function of the regulating valve. Move the ro- tary knob to each position and back for this purpose. Heating up At the beginning of the cooking process, steam will escape from the safety valve. This is normal since the pressures is not yet high enough to close the safety valve. As soon as this pressure has been reached, the red cap of the safety valve rises – clearly visible in the inspection win- dow of the safety valve (5).

1. Set the regulating valve to the desired

2. As soon as steam escapes from the

regulating valve, gradually decrease the heat from the cooker until no more steam escapes. At this point, cooking starts.

3. When no more steam escapes from

the regulating valve, gradually in- crease the heat from the cooker. When steam appears again, leave the heat at that level. Opening the pressure cooker After the cooking time has elapsed, the pressure in the pressure cooker must be released before you can open it. NOTE ► The pressure cooker can only be opened when the pressure has been completely released. You can recognise this when the red cap of the safety valve is at the bottom. Slower method: When the cooking time is almost finished, remove from the heat and allow the pot to cool down. The red cap of the safety valve sinks – clearly visible in the inspection window of the safety valve (5). NOTE ► Be aware that the cool-down time is part of the cooking time. Faster method: To achieve faster cooling down and re- lease of pressure in the pressure cooker, move the regulating valve to the fast steam position (fig. B3) so that the steam can escape and the pressure can be released. Using the steam insert The steam insert can be used to steam delicate foods such as fish or vegetables. The food is then not immersed in the water and is gently cooked by the rising steam. For the faster method to release the steam so that the pressure lid can be opened. Setting the regulating valve (Fig. B1-3) The regulating valve has 3 setting options: For slow cooking, e.g. fish or vegetables. For fast cooking, e.g. meat dishes and stews.

The pot, steamer and its stand are dishwasher safe. Tips for energy-saving cooking

Cook vegetables and potatoes with the minimum amount of water.

Match the pot size to the size of the hotplate. ■ Switch to a lower heat setting as soon as cooking begins. ■ Make use of the residual heat of the hotplate for simmering and switch off the hotplate a few minutes before the end of the cooking time. Cooking begins when steam escapes evenly from the regulating valve. The general rules are:

Cooking times are shortened by half when compared to conventional pots. ■ The smaller size of the food to be cooked, the shorter the cooking time. Example: potatoes cut into smaller chunks cook more quickly than whole potatoes. The listed cooking times at the end of this manual (page 20) are intended only as a guide. Cleaning and care Before beginning any work, pay attention to the Safety instructions (page 11)! Pressure cooker ■ For cleaning, use a commercially avail- able washing up liquid and dry the pressure cooker thoroughly. ■ Do not use abrasive cleaners or hard sponges for cleaning as they may scratch. Sealing ring ■ Remove all soiling thoroughly and dry the sealing ring.

Insert the sealing ring into the pressure lid again. NOTE ► Do not put the sealing ring into the dishwasher. The material will be- come brittle. ► Replace the sealing ring regularly with a new one (every one to two years depending in the frequency of use or a soon as wear becomes apparent) to ensure perfect operation of the pressure cooker. Pay particular attention to brittle material, cracks, discolouring, deformations and hardening.

1. Fill 1/4 liter water in the pot and insert

the wire stand supplied into the pot.

2. Put the steam insert with the food

onto the wire stand. Notes on cooking times18 i-Touch

BEEM - Elements of Lifestyle Regulating valve and safety valve

After each use, the regulating valve and safety valve must be thoroughly cleaned.

To do this, hold the valves under running water. Check the safety valve for cleanliness and easy movement, as described in the chapter Check the safety valve. Remove crusted food remains with a small needle. NOTE

If you cannot remove soil from the safety valve or regulator valve, directly contact a qualified service technician or our customer service. General notes

Do not clean the pressure lid in the dishwasher, as this may damage the valves. Storage If you do not need to use the the pressure cooker for a longer period of time, lay the pressure lid upside down on the pressure cooler to care for the sealing ring. Warranty/Guarantee In addition to the statutory warranty obliga- tion, BEEM also grants an extended man- ufacturer’s guarantee for some products. Provided this is granted, the correspond- ing details for each product can be found either on the product-specific packaging, advertising material or on the BEEM web- site. Please visit our website to obtain more information on comprehensive guarantee conditions, available accessories and spare parts as well as user manuals in various languages. Limitation of liability We assume no reliability for damage or follow-up damage in the case of: ■ failure to observe the instructions in the user manual, ■ use for other than the intended pur- pose, ■ improper or unsuitable handling, ■ incorrectly performed repairs, ■ unauthorised modifications ■ use of non-approved parts or spare parts, ■ use of unsuitable supplementary or ac- cessory parts.19

i-Touch BEEM - Elements of Lifestyle meat and steam well. Add the spices and tomatoes and pour in the vegetable broth. Close the pot, the cooking time is roughly 15- 20 minutes at level II. When cooking has finished, use the fast cooling method and open the pressure cooker. Bind the gou-lash with the sour cream and the starch and and a little white wine to taste. Roast pork Ingredients for 4-5 people: ● 2 teaspoons of olive oil ● 1 kg roast pork ● 1 l vegetable broth ● 1 green pepper ● 1 red pepper ● 1 zucchini ● 5 small carrots ● Salt, pepper ● 1 cup of sour cream Brown the roast pork on all sides in hot oil. Deglaze with the vegetable broth and sea-son with salt and pepper. Close the pres-sure cooker and allow the roast to cook at level II for 30 minutes. Cool down with the fast cooling method, open the pressure cooker and add the washed, peeled and finely chopped vege

tables. Close the pressure lid again and allow the roast to cook for a further 10 minutes (level I). When finished, add sauce to taste and then the sour cream. Recipes ● 500 g pork and beef

250 g onions, 1 garlic clove ● 2 teaspoons of oil ● 1 small tin of tomatoes, diced ● 1 tablespoon of starch ● 350 ml vegetable broth ● Spices: salt, pepper, ground red pep- per, a little thyme

½ cup of sour cream, some white wine Clean the meat and cut into small chunks. Add oil to the pressure cooker and lightly fry the small chopped onions and the crushed garlic. Then add the Ingredients for 3-4 people: Goulash Troubleshooting fault Possible cause Remedy Pressure is not built up. Safety valve is stuck. Sicherheitsventil reinigen. Sealing ring not correctly inserted. Insert the sealing ring correctly. Regulating valve set to Fit and lock the lid properly. The lid is not properly fitted. Set the regulating valve to cooking. Not enough liquid filled. Fill the pot with at least 1/4 litre of liquid. Sealing ring worn. Replace the sealing ring.20 i-Touch

BEEM - Elements of Lifestyle Food Cooking level Cooking time in minutes Meat, poultry, fish Rost pork II 25-30 Pork goulash II 15-20 Roast veal II 15-20 Beef goulash II 15-20 Beef stew (leg slices) II 20-25 Roast beef II 30-40 Soup poultry II 25-35 Chicken breast II 10-15 Fisch filet, crustaoceans, shrimps I 3-8 Vegetables in the steamer Cauliflower in florets I 2-3 Green beans, fresh I 4-7 Turnip cabbage in pieces I 4-8 White cabbage, red cabbage, savoy cabbage, chopped

7-10 Potatoes, quartered

12-16 Rice II 6-10 Lentil soup Ingredients for 4 people: ● 2 teaspoons of oil, 1 onion ● 1 leek ● 3 carrots, ¼ celery stalks ● 250 g lentils ● 5 potatoes ● Salt, pepper, thyme ● 1 l vegetable broth ● 1 tablespoon of vinegar Peel and dice the onion, clean the vegeta-bles and cut into pieces. Peel the potatoes and cut into larger pieces. Add oil to the pressure cooker and lightly fry the onions. Add potatoes, vegetables and the lentils and pour in the vegetable broth. Add spices and herbs to taste. Close the pot. The cooking time is approximately 10 minutes at level II. Open the pot and subsequently add the vinegar to the lentils.21

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