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USER MANUAL 1010.2500.11 WMF

6. Abdampfen | Releasing steam

2.1 Using the pot as intended and keeping it safe 6

2.2 Cooking safely with the Sicomatic® econtrol 8

3 | Before using for the rst time 9 4 | Details of the Sicomatic® econtrol 10 5 | The 5 safety features of your Sicomatic® econtrol 11 - 12 6 | Before each use 12 - 14 7 | Cooking with the Sicomatic® econtrol 15 - 22

7.1 Filling the cooker 15

7.2 Closing the cooker 17

7.3 Using the three adjustable cooking levels 17

7.4 Cooking safely with the hot cooker 18

7.5 Setting the cooking level, ventilating and heating 19

7.7 Releasing steam/cooling down 20

7.8 Opening the Sicomatic® econtrol 21

8 | Cooking with the Sicomatic® econtrol accessories 23

8.1 Note the cooking instructions 23

8.2 Cooking in a perforated insert (accessory) 23

8.3 Cooking in an non-perforated insert (accessory) 23

8.4 Cooking in the bottom of the pot (meat) 23

29 | Sterilising, preserving and juicing with the Sicomatic® econtrol 24 - 27

9.1 Note the cooking instructions 24

10 | Maintenance and cleaning 27 - 29

10.1 Cleaning the cooker 27

13.1 Soups and stews 38

13.5 Side dishes, fruit and desserts 45

13.6 Cooking a menu / tower cooking 46

13.7 Frozen food and whole foods 47

14 | Sicomatic® econtrol accessories 48 15 | Sicomatic® econtrol spare parts 49 16 | Warranty 50 17 | Sicomatic® declarations of conformity 51

17.1 EC declaration of conformity 51

17.2 Declarations of conformity for commodities that come into contact 51

1 | The benets of your new Sicomatic® econtrol at a glance

1. A revolution in easy handling

Closing, setting the cooking levels and releasing steam; all controlled by the easy-to-remove ergonomic handle.

2. Unbeatable safety

Maximum safety provided by several independent safety mechanisms. The cooker cannot be opened uninten- tionally when pressurised. Heat-insulated synthetic pot handles with flame protection.

3. Unique, maintenance-free 3-fold safety valve

system State-of-the-art valve technology assures safe and healthy cooking. Steam is released gently and evenly.

The hermetic system consists of the operating valve and the sealed pressure indicator system. The hermetic system prevents unnecessary steam release. You there- fore require less cooking water – and the Sicomatic® is quicker and more energy-efcient when heating and simmering. The fully hermetically sealed cooking method prevents loss of aroma and preserves valuable vitamins and minerals.5

5. Three cooking levels with automatic temperature

• Level - Cooking without pressure. Normal cooking without any pressure. More water and energy-efcient than conventional cooking.

Level I – Gentle cooking level. For steaming and stewing food with short cooking times, e.g. sh and vegetables. The temperature is automatically limited to approx. 109°C (0.4 bar = 40 kPa).

Level II – Fast cooking level. For cooking and stew- ing foods which require longer cooking times, e.g. meat and stews. The temperature is automatically limited to approx. 119°C (0.9 bar = 90 kPa).

Remove the lid shaft handle and rinse under running water. Remove the lid gasket from the lid and rinse by hand. The pot, lid (without lid shaft handle) and inserts can be washed in the dishwasher.

7. Large and clearly visible pressure indicator

8. Future-focused - Attractive design, optimum

ergonomics and a variety of materials to suit all requirements

• Silargan®: Non-porous closed surface. Nickel-free. Made in Germany.

• Stainless steel: Also suitable for induction hobs.

9. Many household-compatible sizes and designs

Different inserts are available for use with the Sicomatic® econtrol to ensure the best cooking results, e.g. a per- forated insert for sh and vegetables, a non-perforated insert for defrosting frozen food, juicing or preserving etc. as well as other accessories.

10. TÜV safety approval

11. 10-year supply warranty for spare parts

Guarantee Supply Guarantee

YEAR YEAR6 2 | Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully before use. Before allowing individuals to use the Sicomatic® econtrol, they must rst be familiar with the instructions for use. Keep the instructions for use in a safe place for future reference. Symbol legend This symbol warns against direct dangers that may lead to serious injury (i.e. through steam and hot surfaces). This symbol warns of potential risks that may lead to serious injury. Non-observance of the information provided may cause problems when using your Sicomatic® econtrol. Cross references in these operating instructions are indicated with this symbol or in italic text. The tip provides you with valuable information for using your Sicomatic® econtrol with ease.

2.1 Using the pot as intended and keeping it safe

Using the product for its intended purpose

• Only use the Sicomatic® econtrol for its intended purpose when cooking food.

• Never put the Sicomatic® econtrol in a hot oven.

• Never fry food in it using oil when it is under pressure.

• Only use the Sicomatic® econtrol for sterilising in home use. Never use the Sicomatic® econtrol as a steriliser in a medical environment. The Sicomatic® econtrol is not designed for the sterili- sation temperature required in medical environments.

• Only use Sicomatic® econtrol on suitable hobs for the heating types that are listed in the instructions. Stainless steel

• Never heat at the highest temperature when empty or leave it unattended. Observe the manufacturer's instructions. This ensures that the cookware is not damaged through overheating, particularly on induction hobs. Safety features to prevent dangerous situations.

• Do not modify or interfere with the cooker and its safety features.

• Only use the Sicomatic® econtrol lid together with the corresponding Sicomatic® econtrol base.

• Never use the Sicomatic® econtrol components with other makes.

• Before each use check that the valves are not blocked.

• If necessary clean the valves using the Sicomatic® econtrol.

• Refer to our instructions for cleaning and care.

• Do not use your Sicomatic® econtrol if it or parts of it are damaged or deformed, or if their function does not correspond with the description in the instructions.

• In the event of repairs contact your specialist dealer.

• If the pot handles become loose, tighten them with a screwdriver.

• Replace handles that are cracked or do not t correctly.

• Only use original Sicomatic® econtrol spare parts.

• Arrange for your Sicomatic® econtrol to be checked by an authorised body at least every 10 years.

2.2 Cooking safely with the Sicomatic® econtrol

Increased pressure builds up in the cooker during cooking.

• Check that the cooker is securely closed. The outer surface of the cooker can reach 130°C.

• Use suitable hand protection.

• During use, never touch the hot external surface of the cooker.

• You must always use the handles and ensure a rm grip when moving or carrying the hot cooker.

• Move the Sicomatic® econtrol carefully when it is under pressure.

• Be careful not to touch anybody else with the hot cooker.

• Only place the hot Sicomatic® econtrol on heat-resist- ant surfaces (never on synthetic material etc.).

• Always open and close the Sicomatic® econtrol using the handles.

• Never leave the Sicomatic® econtrol unattended when in use.

• During use, keep children away from the Sicomatic® econtrol. Hot steam is released at the lid.

• Never touch the steam.

• Always keep your hands, head and body out of the danger zone above the centre of the lid and the safety slot on the rim of the lid.

Never overll the cooker. Overlling the cooker can cause hot food to leak out through the operating valve.

• Fill the cooker to a maximum of 2/3 of its nominal content.

• Fill the cooker to a maximum of half of its nominal content if you are cooking foods that overly swell or froth, such as soups, pulses, stews, stocks, giblets and pasta. Never use force to open the cooker. The cooker opens easily when depressurised.

• Do not make any modications to the safety mecha- nisms. Hot food can cause bubbles to form and it can spurt out explosively when opening the cooker, even if the steam has already been released.

• Therefore, always shake the cooker gently before you open it to prevent burns and scalds caused by the hot contents spurting out from the cooker. Do not insert hot meat that you have cooked with the skin on (e.g. beef tongue).

• Allow the meat to cool beforehand. In doing so the skin that has expanded under pressure subsides and you can prevent burns caused by hot fluid spurting out. Danger Danger Danger Danger Danger Danger Danger9 3 | Before using for the rst time

• Remove all stickers and tags.

• Fill the cooker 2/3 with water and add 2-3 tablespoons of vinegar.

• Leave the lid off and boil the vinegar water in the cooker for approx. 5–10 minutes.

• Then rinse all parts thoroughly by hand.

• Dry the cookware thoroughly after cleaning. There may be a noise when using on induction hobs. This is due to technical reasons and does not indicate that your hob or Sicomatic® econtrol is faulty. EN10 4 |Details of the Sicomatic® econtrol

Clear, large with integrated residual pressure stop.

Extra large and easy-to-handle so you can comfortably set the required cooking level and open the cooker easily.

Detachable, with integrated selector and pressure indicator.

The practical safety handle with flame protection ts comfortably in your hand and prevents accidental slipping.

With flame protection and grip hole for safe handling.

8. Overpressure valve

With integrated automatic heating feature and vacuum inhibitor.

9. Aroma sealing cap

For pressure indicator with aroma sealing.

Controls the pressure in accordance with the cooking level setting.

The "emergency outlet" on the rim of the lid serves as an additional safety device.

For sealing the pot and lid.11 5 | The 5 safety features of your Sicomatic® econtrol The Sicomatic® econtrol that you have purchased is a technologically advanced device. It has been designed based on decades of experience in the manufacture and development of pressure cookers.

If the maximum pressure exceeds the selected cooking level, the operating valve opens and the excess steam is released from the lid handle opening in the front. Any excess pressure is also automatically reduced.

2. Overpressure protection with integrated

automatic cooking feature a) Automatic cooking function The valve can be moved when not under pressure. After parboiling the closed Sicomatic® econtrol, any excess food-impair- ing atmospheric oxygen is automatically discharged (automatic venting). Only then does the valve close and pressure builds up. b) Function as an overpressure valve protection The overpressure relief valve is not used during normal operation. It is only used when the operating valve fails and the pressure continues to build up. Steam is then released from the discharge opening on the lid shaft handle.

The "emergency outlet" on the rim of the lid is only used as an additional safety mechanism if both the operating and overpressure valves fail to work. Once too much pressure builds up, the lid gasket is pushed outwards as far as possible into the safety slot so that steam can be released.

4. Residual pressure stop

The residual pressure stop integrated into the pressure indicator rises even when there is a small amount of pressure: The pressure indicator is visible. You can unlock and open the cooker only once the pressure indicator has completely retracted into the lid shaft handle. This prevents accidental opening when under pressure.

5. Locking inhibitor

If the handles are not positioned flush on top of each other as instructed, the lid cannot be locked by turning the selector. Therefore, pressure cannot build up.

Integrated residual pressure stopSafety slotOperating valveOverpressure valveLocking inhibitor12 The Sicomatic® econtrol meets the requirements of the EC directive 97/23/EC. Some of the statutory prescribed safety precautions are considerably exceeded. 6 | Before each use Check the safety mechanisms before you use your Sicomatic® econtrol. This helps to avoid dangerous situations during use. Check the aroma sealing cap If the aroma sealing cap is not fastened correctly or is damaged, this may result in the release of hot steam or sudden evaporation. This can damage the lid shaft handle.

• Check that the aroma sealing cap is fastened correctly (see g.).

• Check the aroma sealing cap for damage (tears, holes, deformation and brown discolouration).

• If the aroma sealing cap is damaged, do not use the cooker.

• Only use original Sicomatic® econtrol spare parts. Warning13 Checking the pressure indicator

• Check the pressure indicator using your nger to see if the aroma sealing cap moves. The selector must be set to the position. Checking the overpressure valve If the overpressure valve is dirty or clogged, steam can suddenly be released through the safety slot. When using on gas hobs, the released steam can extin- guish the gas flame, in which case gas continues to be discharged uncontrolledly at the hob.

• Check that the overpressure valve (1) moves freely.

• Apply light pressure, e.g. using a wooden spatula, to check that the ball can move (2). This prevents steam from being released unexpectedly. Checking the operating valve If the operating valve is dirty or clogged, the overpres- sure valve is activated.

• Check the operating valve for dirt and correct position.

• Clean the operating valve if necessary. To prevent steam from being released unexpectedly from the opening on the lid shaft handle. Checking the locking inhibitor If the locking inhibitor is damaged, the Sicomatic® econ- trol cannot be opened or closed properly. The lid shaft handle cannot be removed.

• Check the ease of movement and reset the locking inhibitor. EN14

• If the locking inhibitor is damaged, do not use the cooker.

• Contact your Silit dealer. Checking the lid gasket

• Check the lid gasket for damage. A crack in the lid gasket may result in sudden evaporation and the release of hot steam.

• Replace the lid gasket if it is hard (brown discoloura- tion), brittle or damaged.

• Replace the lid gasket after approx. 400 uses, and at the latest after 2 years.

• Only use original Sicomatic® econtrol spare parts. The Sicomatic® name must feature on the lid gasket.

• Check that the lid gasket is positioned on the inner rim of the lid. This helps you to maintain the proper functioning and safety of your cooker. Checking the handles

• Check the handles for damage.

• Replace damaged handles before use.

• Only use original Sicomatic® econtrol spare parts.

• Make sure the handles are rmly attached to the cooker.

• Carefully tighten the fastening screws. This prevents a handle from breaking or coming loose, causing the cooker to drop, and resulting in damage and deformation.15 7 | Cooking with the Sicomatic® econtrol Maintaining the cookware and hob

• Do not knock kitchen gadgets on the pouring rim. This prevents damage to the pouring rim.

• Only add salt to water that is already boiling, and then stir it. This prevents the salt from attacking the bottom of the pot.

• Never slide the cookware back and forth across ceramic cooking zones. This prevents residue between the cookware and the ceramic cooking zone from scratching the hob. When using on a gas hob:

• Make sure that the gas flame is never larger than the base of the cooker. To prevent damaging the handles and seals.

7.1 Filling the cooker

Respect the maximum lling quantities and never overll the cooker. Overlling the cooker can cause hot water, cooked food or hot food to leak out of the operating valve. On gas hobs, this can extinguish the gas flame and gas continues to be discharged at the hob.

• Fill the cooker to a maximum of 2/3 of its nominal content.

• Fill the cooker to a maximum of half of its nominal content if you are cooking foods that overly swell or froth, such as soups, pulses, stews, stocks, giblets and pasta. This protects against burns and scalds. Preventing damage caused by small lling amounts. If the quantity is too small, this can cause the cooker to overheat and cause damage to the cookware and the hob.

• Always ll with sufcient liquid to allow steam to be generated.

• Make sure you use sufcient liquid, especially with viscous foods. This prevents the pot from "boiling dry" and prevents damage to the pot and hob.

DangerWarning16 Prescribed lling quantities: Sicomatic® size (nominal quantity) Minimum quantity for steam generation Maximum quantity (2/3 of the nominal quantity*) Maximum quantity for foods that overly swell or froth (1/2 of the nominal quantity*)

• See scale on inside of pot

• Pour the required amount of liquid into the bottom of the pot.

• Use water, meat stock, sauce etc.

• Either add the food directly or place the insert containing food into the cooker.

• Choose a hob size that corresponds with the size of the pot. Depending on the recipe, rst heat up the food in the cooker and pour over the fluid before you close the cooker.

Removing froth/stirring when cooking

• Cook foods that are viscous or overly swell or froth (e.g. pulses and boiling meat) in the pot without a lid.

• If necessary remove the froth after parboiling.

• Stir the contents of the cooker. This ensures that no hot froth can escape via the operat- ing valve, preventing burns and scalds. Only now may the cooker be closed. Danger17

7.2 Closing the cooker

• Wipe the rim of the cooker and the lid gasket before closing. This removes any particles that may prevent sealing.

• Place the lid on the cooker so that the markings on the lid g. 1 and on the cooker shaft handle g. 2 are positioned flush above each other.

• Move the lid shaft handle to the left until it is posi- tioned directly over the pot shaft handle g. 3 .

• To lock it move the selector to

7.3 Using the three adjustable cooking levels

Cooking level (cooking without pressure) Your Sicomatic® econtrol can also be used as an ordinary cooker. Food cooks without pressure using little water and energy. Once a little steam is released, you must turn down the power setting. If too much steam is released or the pressure indicator starts to increase slightly, this means that the power setting is too high. Cooking level I (approx. 109°C / green area I) This is used to steam and stew delicate foods with a short cooking time. The food, e.g. vegetables or sh, is placed in inserts and is thus not leached out by the cooking water. Green area I is visible on the pressure indicator. EN18 As soon as a little steam is released, the specied cooking time begins. The position of the pressure indicator when steaming should be maintained by regulating the power setting on the hob so that no steam is released, or only gently. Cooking level II (approx. 119°C / green area II) This is used to cook and braise meat, soup and stews for example. It also used for sterilising, preserving and juicing. Green area II is visible on the pressure indicator. As soon as a little steam is released, the specied cooking time begins. The position of the pressure indicator when steaming should be maintained by regulating the power setting on the hob so that no steam is released, or only gently.

7.4 Cooking safely with the hot cooker

Hot steam is released at the lid.

• Never touch the steam.

• Always keep your hands, head and body out of the danger zone above the centre of the lid and the safety slot on the rim of the lid. The outer surface of the cooker can reach 130°C.

• Use suitable hand protection.

• During use, never touch the hot external surface of the cooker.

• You must always use the handles and ensure a rm grip when moving or carrying the hot cooker.

• Move the Sicomatic® econtrol carefully.

• Be careful not to touch anybody else with the hot cooker.

• Only place the hot Sicomatic® econtrol on heat-resist- ant surfaces (never on synthetic material etc.).

• Always open and close the Sicomatic® econtrol using the handles.

• Never leave the Sicomatic® econtrol unattended when in use.

• During use, keep children away from the Sicomatic® econtrol. Danger Danger19

7.5 Setting the cooking level, ventilating and

• Use the selector to set the cooking level "Cooking without pressure", cooking level I or cooking level II.

• Use a high power setting for heating. Ventilation takes place automatically using the integrated automatic heating feature, therefore manual ventilation is not required when parboiling. If sufcient steam is released by the overpressure valve, the automatic heating feature turns itself off. The pressure indicator begins to rise.

The pressure indicator rises even under low pressure. The actual operating pressure and temperature, and thus the beginning of the cooking time, are reached when a little steam is released at the set cooking level.

• Cook at this position until the end of the cooking time.

• To do this, adjust the power setting on the hob accordingly. At this stage, if the power setting is too high for the Sicomatic® econtrol, steam is released via the discharge opening on the lid shaft handle (in the middle of the lid), accompanied by a noise that gradually gets louder.

• Turn down the power setting. The position of the pressure indicator when steaming should be maintained by regulating the power setting on the hob so that no steam is released, or only gently. In doing so you avoid wasting energy unnecessarily and prevent it from "boiling dry". EN20

7.7 Releasing steam/cooling down

You must reduce the pressure in the pot before you open the Sicomatic® econtrol.

• Therefore turn off the power.

• Remove the pot from the cooking zone. There are three ways in which you can reduce the pressure: a) Fast steam release Hot steam is released at the lid.

• Never touch the steam.

• Always keep your hands, head and body out of the danger zone above the centre of the lid and the safety slot on the rim of the lid.

• Particular caution is required when using the selector to quickly release steam. When cooking soups, pulses, stews, stock, offal and pasta, the lling volume in the cooker increases due to the formation of froth.

• Never release steam from the pot quickly if you are cooking frothing or pulpy foods. Use the operating valve in this case to quickly release steam.

• Allow the cooker to cool down to prevent burns and scalds.

• Turn the selector to position until all the steam has been released.

• Wait until the pressure indicator has fully retracted into the lid shaft handle by itself. b) Allowing it to cool down

• Wait until the pressure indicator has fully retracted into the lid shaft handle by itself. This method is suitable for frothing or pulpy foods. Reduce the cooking times a little as the food will continue to cook while it is cooling down. c) Cooling down with water

• Hold the cooker under cold running water until the pressure indicator retracts fully into the lid shaft handle.

• Do not run the water directly onto the lid shaft handle. Make sure cold water does not enter the pot via the valve on the lid shaft handle. Danger Danger21 Condensation forms in the pot when using this method. It drips onto the food and can affect its colour and aroma. Therefore only use this method in exceptional cases.

7.8 Opening the Sicomatic® econtrol

Hot food can cause bubbles to form and it can spurt out explosively when opening the cooker, even if the steam has already been released.

• Therefore, always shake the cooker gently before you open it. To prevent burns and scalds caused by the hot contents spurting out from the cooker. Never use force to open the cooker. The cooker opens easily when depressurised.

• Do not make any modications to the safety mech- anisms. Do not insert hot meat that you have cooked with the skin on (e.g. beef tongue).

• Allow the meat to cool beforehand. In doing so the skin that has expanded under pressure subsides and you can prevent burns caused by hot fluid spurting out.

• Make sure that the pressure indicator has fully retracted into the lid shaft handle.

• Slowly rotate the selector in an anticlockwise direc- tion until it reaches position

• Gently shake the cooker.

• Move the lid shaft handle to the right until the mark- ings on the lid and the cooker shaft handle are positioned flush on top of each other 2 .

• Remove the lid so that the steam is released away from the body. If the cooker is still under pressure, when you return the selector to position , the residu- al pressure stop is used. This prevents opening the cooker when it is under pressure.

• In this case slightly rotate the selector again in a clock- wise direction. In doing so this can release the residual pressure stop once the cooker is depressurised. You can then open the cooker as described.23 8 | Cooking with the Sicomatic® econtrol accessories The Sicomatic® econtrol is especially suitable for preparing baby foods.

8.1 Note the cooking instructions

When using a cooking accessory, you must refer to the instructions in Chapter 7. You must also read the safety information in

Chapter 2 and Chapter 7.

Always ll with sufcient liquid to allow steam to be generated. This prevents the cooker from "boiling dry". It also pre- vents damage to the pressure cooker and the cooking zone.

• Observe the prescribed ll quantities: See table under point 7.1

8.2 Cooking in a perforated insert (accessory)

• Delicate foods Cooking vegetables:

• When cooking vegetables, place the specied mini- mum ll quantity directly in liquid in the bottom of the pot. This ensures that steam forms and prevents the cooker from "boiling dry".

• Add herbs and spices etc. to flavour according to your preference.

• Place the perforated insert with washed vegetables into the cooker. The insert ensures that the vegetables do not come into contact with the water, but cook in the steam instead.

• Fill the cooker to max. 2/3 To ensure there is sufcient distance from the lid, pres- sure indicator and valves.

8.3 Cooking in an non-perforated insert (accessory)

• Side dishes, e.g. rice

• Juicing (as collect tray) See "Cooking in a perforated insert" under point 8.2.

8.4 Cooking in the bottom of the pot (meat)

• Heat the oil/fat in the Sicomatic® econtrol with no lid.

• Brown the meat on all sides.

• Add water (according to recipe). Slice larger pieces of meat to reduce the cooking time.

Warning24 9 |Sterilising, preserving and juicing with the Sicomatic® econtrol

Note the cooking instructions When sterilising, preserving and juicing, you must refer to the instructions in Chapter 7. You must also read the safety information in

Chapter 2 and Chapter 7.

Always ll with sufcient liquid to allow steam to be generated. This prevents the cooker from "boiling dry". It also pre- vents damage to the pot and the cooking zone.

• Observe the prescribed ll quantities: See table under point 7.1 Allow the pot to cool down slowly

• After sterilising, preserving or juicing, never release the steam quickly from the Sicomatic® econtrol.

• Never use water to cool the cooker down. Glass objects can shatter due to the sudden change in temperature.

• Remove the cooker from the hob and allow it to cool down slowly.

• Wait until the pressure indicator has fully retracted into the lid shaft handle by itself, before you open the cooker. This protects against injuries caused by shattered glass.

Using the product for its intended purpose

• Only use the Sicomatic® econtrol for sterilising in home use. Do not use the Sicomatic® econtrol as a steriliser in a medical environment. The Sicomatic® econtrol is not designed for the sterili- sation temperature required in medical environments. Ensure that the parts you wish to sterilise are resistant to superheated steam up to 120° C. The Sicomatic® econtrol is an ideal and cost-effective home steriliser as you only pay the energy costs. Possible uses:

• Sterilisation of baby bottles, rubber suction cups and plastic seals

• Sterilisation of baby food in screw-cap jars

• Sterilisation of preserving jars (see also the following point 9.3 "Preserving")

• Clean all milk and porridge residue from bottles, rubber suction cups and plastic seals.

• Place the parts in the perforated insert with the open- ings facing downwards.

• Position the parts in the insert to allow the steam to circulate around them properly. Warning Warning Danger25

• Pour the minimum quantity of water into the base of the cooker to generate steam.

• Place the perforated insert in the cooker.

• Close the cooker and use the selector to set it to cooking level II.

• Use a high power setting for heating. The sterilisation process begins once the green area II is visible on the pressure indicator. The sterilisation time is approx. 20 minutes.

Sterilising correctly and effectively

• Make sure that the entire green area II is visible throughout the entire sterilisation cycle.

• You must adhere to the sterilisation time.

• Allow the pot to cool down after sterilisation.

• Wait until the pressure indicator has fully retracted into the lid shaft handle by itself.

• Only then can you open the cooker.

Never overll preserving glasses The contents expand during the preservation cycle. If a closed preserving jar contains too much lling it can burst.

• Therefore ll the preserving jar up to a maximum of one nger width below the rim. This protects against injuries caused by shattered glass.

• Sterilise the preserving jars before you start the pres- ervation cycle as described under point 9. 2.

• Fill the preserving jars.

• Seal the jars according to the manufacturer's instruc- tions.

• Pour the minimum quantity of water for steam gener- ation into the base of the cooker.

• Place the jars on the strainer or in the perforated insert.

• Close the cooker and use the selector to set it to the required cooking level.

• Use a high power setting for heating.

• Observe the following table for selecting the cooking level and the preservation time.

Warning26 Preservation times (guidelines only): Preserving Cooking level Preservation time in min. Berries I 5–8 Marmalade and jams I 1–2 Pip fruit I 10 Stone fruit I 8–10 Vegetables, neatly positionedI 7 - 10 Vegetables II 20 - 25 Meat II 25

• Allow the pot to cool down slowly after preservation.

• Wait until the pressure indicator has fully retracted into the lid shaft handle by itself.

• Only then can you open the cooker.

Select the correct cooker base size and never overll the cooker Place two inserts in the cooker for juicing. The Sicomatic® econtrol can therefore be used to juice a minimum quantity of 4.5 litres. Overlling the cooker can cause food to leak out through the operating valve.

• Fill the top perforated insert no higher than its top edge. This protects against burns and scalds.

• Pour the minimum quantity of water for steam gener- ation into the base of the cooker.

• Add the sliced or squashed prepared fruit (add sugar if necessary) into the perforated insert.

• First place the non-perforated insert in the cooker and then on top place the perforated insert containing the fruit.

• Close the cooker and use the selector to set it to cook- ing level II.

• Use a high power setting for heating.

• Observe the following table for selecting the cooking level and the preservation time. Warning27 Juicing times (guidelines only): Juicing Cooking level Juicing time in min. Berries II 12 Stone fruit and rhubarb II 18 Pip fruit II 25 Grapes II 25 Tomatoes and cucumber II 18 Carrots II 25 Beetroot II 25-35

• Allow the cooker to cool down slowly.

• Wait until the pressure indicator has fully retracted into the lid shaft handle by itself.

• Only then can you open the cooker.

• Carefully lift out the hot inserts.

• Fill cleaned and heated bottles with the hot juice.

• Then seal the bottles using clean bottle tops. 10 | Maintaining and cleaning

• Use hot water and standard washing-up liquid to clean your cookware.

• Soak off any food residue that is stuck to the cook- ware.

• Do not use abrasive cleaning detergents, steel wool or the abrasive sides of sponges.

• To remove stubborn food residue, boil a little water in the cooker together with powder detergent from Silit.

• To remove stubborn stains use the liquid detergent from Silit.

• You can also clean the cooker base and the inserts in the dishwasher. This may result in discolouration of the synthetic han- dles or the Silargan® surface. However, this does not impair the function. We recommend cleaning by hand.

• Dry the cookware thoroughly after cleaning. EN28

• Use your thumb to press on the rim of the lid.

• Then pull the red slide control (see g.) on the underside of the handle in the direction of the arrow towards the end of the handle.

• Swing out the handle and detach it.

• Remove the lid gasket.

• Clean the lid gasket in warm running water or in wash water.

• Rinse the lid under running water or clean it in the dishwasher.

• Only rinse the lid shaft handle under warm running water. To prevent damaging the seals. Cleaning the operating valve in the case of heavy soiling If food leaks out via the operating valve, food residue sticks to it. This can lead to soiling and clogging. In this case, clean the operating valve thoroughly. The operating valve consists of two parts and is located on the lid shaft handle and the cooker lid. Therefore you must remove the lid shaft handle for cleaning.

• Clean using a soft object, such as a damp cotton swab.

• Never use sharp or pointed objects.

• If you notice damage on the operating valve or the seal, or if the seal no longer lies flat, take the cooker lid and the lid shaft handle to your Silit dealer to be repaired. Operating valve on the cooker lid:

• Remove any dirt from the valve opening on the top of the lid.29 Operating valve on the lid shaft handle:

• Remove the sticky grime on the operating valve.

• Make sure that the seal is sitting correctly It must lie completely flat. Attaching the lid shaft handle

• Attach the handle to the tab on the lid.

• Make sure it is aligned correctly, see gure (enlarged section)

• Click the handle onto the recess on the lid rim.

• Use your thumb to press on the rim of the lid.

• Store the clean, dry Sicomatic® econtrol in a clean, dry and protected place.

• Place the lid upside down on the pot

• or remove the handle and place it in the pot or in the lid. EN30 11 | Maintenance Only use original Sicomatic® econtrol spare parts.

• Contact your Silit dealer. This helps you to maintain the proper functioning and safety of your cooker. Safety features to prevent dangerous situations.

• Do not make any modications to the safety mechanisms.

• Refer to our instructions for cleaning and care. Maintaining safety

• Regularly check the function of the safety mecha- nisms.

• See also Chapter 6 "Before each use" Lid gasket

• Replace the lid gasket if it is hard (brown discoloura- tion), brittle or damaged.

• Replace the lid gasket after approx. 400 uses, and at the latest after 2 years.

• The Sicomatic® name must feature on the lid gasket. This helps to maintain the safety function of the lid gasket. Replacing the aroma sealing cap

• If the aroma sealing cap is damaged, replace it imme- diately.

• Replace the aroma sealing cap after approx. 400 uses, and at the latest after 2 years.

• Remove the damaged aroma sealing cap.

• Pull the rim of the aroma sealing cap completely over the serrated ring. Danger Danger Danger31

• Check that the aroma sealing cap is placed correctly. It must lie completely flat all around. Replacing the overpressure valve

• Remove the lid shaft handle.

• Use your nger on the underside of the lid to press the overpressure valve through the lid.

• Insert the new overpressure valve (1.) through the opening from the top of the lid.

• Pull the sealing ring (2.) from the underside of the lid through the overpressure valve until the sealing ring sits securely in the groove. EN32 12 | Easy troubleshooting What do I do if... the lid is very difcult to close. After closing, you cannot move the selector from posi- tion to the desired cooking level I or II. Heating takes too long. Steam and droplets of water are constantly released at the lid rim when parboiling (if just a little escapes, this is irrelevant and does not indicate a malfunction). Pressure indicator does not rise or does not rise enough. Steam and droplets of water are constantly released at the pressure indicator. It can be due to one of the following causes

• Poor running quality of the lid gasket.

• Lid and pot shaft handles are not correctly aligned.

• Power setting too low.

• Foreign objects on the lid gasket, cooker rim and inner lid rim.

• Lid gasket is hard, brittle or damaged.

• The seal on the lid shaft handle is damaged.

• Selector is still in initial position.

• Power setting too low.

• Not enough liquid to generate steam.

• Lid gasket is hard, brittle or damaged.

• The aroma sealing cap is defective.33 What do I do if... the lid is very difcult to close. After closing, you cannot move the selector from posi- tion to the desired cooking level I or II. Heating takes too long. Steam and droplets of water are constantly released at the lid rim when parboiling (if just a little escapes, this is irrelevant and does not indicate a malfunction). Pressure indicator does not rise or does not rise enough. Steam and droplets of water are constantly released at the pressure indicator. How to solve the problem

• Grease the upper rim of the lid with a thin layer of domestic cooking oil.

• Select a higher power setting.

• Open the cooker and wipe the lid gasket, cooker rim and internal lid rim.

• Turn the selector to the desired cooking level.

• Select a higher power setting.

• Open the cooker and add liquid.

• Fit a new original Sicomatic® lid gasket.

• Fit a new original Sicomatic® econtrol aroma sealing cap (see Chapter 11 "Maintenance"). EN34 What do I do if... During cooking, plumes of unwanted steam escape at the front from the lid shaft handle. During cooking, large plumes of steam suddenly escape at the front from the lid shaft handle. Water or steam constantly escapes at the lid rim during cooking. Leakage, especially at cooking level I: The selector is turned to cooking level I and steam is released. Whistling sound during cooking. The handle and selector become hot. Cannot open the lid. It can be due to one of the following causes

• Power setting too high.

• Operating valve is soiled or clogged.

• Overpressure valve is soiled.

• Operating valve is soiled or clogged.

• Overpressure valve has been triggered.

• Lid gasket is hard, brittle or damaged

• Power setting is too high.

• Operating valve is soiled or clogged.

• Operating valve is damaged.

• Aroma sealing cap is torn or damaged.

• The seal on the lid shaft handle is damaged or brittle.

• The aroma sealing cap is defective.

• Aroma sealing cap is tted incorrectly.

• There is pressure in the cooker.

• The residual pressure stop is jammed (e.g. with selector).35 What do I do if... During cooking, plumes of unwanted steam escape at the front from the lid shaft handle. During cooking, large plumes of steam suddenly escape at the front from the lid shaft handle. Water or steam constantly escapes at the lid rim during cooking. Leakage, especially at cooking level I: The selector is turned to cooking level I and steam is released. Whistling sound during cooking. The handle and selector become hot. Cannot open the lid. How to solve the problem

• Turn down the power setting.

• Remove the lid shaft handle and clean the valve area (see Point 10.2 "Cleaning the lid and lid shaft handle").

• Clean the overpressure valve area. Steam continues to be released despite cleaning.

• Fit a new original Sicomatic® econtrol overpressure valve (see Chapter 11 "Maintenance").

• Remove the lid shaft handle and clean the valve area (see Point 10.2 "Cleaning the lid and lid shaft handle").

• Try turning the selector to cooking level II. If the steam stops, this means that the power setting was too high for cooking level I. Steam continues to be released despite setting to cooking level II:

• Remove the lid shaft handle and clean the valve area (see Point 10.2 "Cleaning the lid and lid shaft handle").

• Release the steam or allow to cool. Never use force to open the cooker.

• Release the stop by gently moving the selector back and forth. EN36 What do I do if... the lid can't be opened (no pressure in cooker). The pressure indicator remains high, even though there is no more steam being released. The lid shaft handle is damaged. Pot shaft handle/pot side handle is loose. Pot handle/pot side handle is damaged. Handle is difcult to attach to the lid. It can be due to one of the following causes

• The aroma sealing cap is inverted. The pressure indi- cator is not in the initial position.

• Aroma sealing cap is damaged or deformed.

• Negative pressure has occurred in the cooker when cooling down. Overpressure valve and operating valve are clogged.

• The selector will not turn to

• The aroma sealing cap is inverted.

• The aroma sealing cap is deformed.

• Pressure indicator is jammed.

• Broken spring on the pressure indicator.

• Lid or handle is damaged.37 How to solve the problem

• Allow the cooker to cool down.

• Manually press the pressure indicator.

• Allow the cooker to cool down.

• Allow the cooker to cool down.

• Manually press the pressure indicator.

• Allow the cooker to cool down.

• Move the selector back and forth without using force.

• Allow the cooker to cool down.

• Tighten the screw with a screwdriver.

• Fit a new Sicomatic® pot handle.

• Contact your Silit dealer. EN38 13 | Cooking with the Sicomatic® econtrol – cooking time tables Proceed as per the instructions in Chapter 7. You must also read the safety information in

Chapter 2 and Chapter 7.

Always ll with sufcient liquid to allow steam to be generated. This prevents the cooker from "boiling dry". It also pre- vents damage to the pressure cooker and the cooking zone.

• Observe the prescribed ll quantities: See table under point 7.1

13.1 Soups and stews

Ideal for soups and stews with roasted meat: If the cooking times for meat and vegetables do not differ much, the meat is browned and the vegetables are added together with the stock. If the cooking times differ a lot, interrupt the cooking process for the meat and add the vegetables for the remaining minutes, so that everything is cooked together and nishes cooking at the same time. Observe the following rules for soups and stews:

• Parboil frothing foods such as pulses and boiling meat in the cooker without the lid and remove the froth before closing it.

• After cooking, allow the cooker to cool down, see point 7.7 Cooking time guidelines The precise cooking times depend on the size, freshness and consistency of the food you are cooking. The energy source, e.g. induction, gas or glass ceramic, also influenc- es the cooking times. The cooking times essentially apply for 500 g. A larger amount of liquid is required than nor- mal. Soaking is not necessary with these cooking times. Cooking level Cooking time in min. for stew Comments White beans II 25 Cook in 1.5 l of liquid Kidney beans, dried II 65 Cook in 1.5 l of liquid Whole peas, dried II 45 Cook in 2.0 l of liquid Lentils II 10 Cook stew with 2.5 l, purée with

The specied cooking times are guidelines to help you quickly determine your own cooking times. Cooking times not only depend upon the quality of the food you are cooking, but also on the following:

• The smaller you chop vegetables, the quicker they will cook.

• The crispier or "al dente" the vegetable should be, the shorter the cooking time. We have specied the time for "al dente" and "well cooked".

• The larger the overall quantity of food being cooked, the longer the cooking time. For "al dente" results, the quantity should not be too large, otherwise the food is "al dente" but the inside is raw. Small time dif- ferences usually have little influence. However, with vegetables, a single minute can transform them from "al dente" to "well cooked". The cooking time always starts when steam is rst released. The vegetables are placed in the insert for the following cooking times. The vegetables, therefore, are not in con- tact with the water and cannot be leached out. In case of doubt remember: It is better to undercook, as you can always cook it some more. However if it is overcooked, you cannot make it "crunchy" again. Cooking time guidelines: Cooking times apply for 500 g Fresh vegetables Cooking level Cooking time in min. Comments al dente Well cooked Artichoke I 30 35 Whole Spinach leaves I 0.5 3.5 Leaves Cauliflower I 3 5 Florets Cauliflower I 7 10 Whole Green beans I 7 9 – Broccoli I 4 6 Florets Mushrooms I 1 3 – Fennel I 13 17 Halvet Fresh peas I 3 5 – EN40 Fresh vegetables Cooking level Cooking time in min., al dente Well cooked Comments Carrots I 4 6 Slices Potatoes I 8 9 Quartered Kohlrabi I 5 8 Sticks Leek I 2 4 Slices Pepper I 2 4 Strips Red cabbage I 7 9 Whole Salsify I 4 7 Sticks Celery I 2 4 Diced White asparagus I 2 5 Whole Green asparagus I 3 5 Whole Tomatoes I 2 4 Whole White cabbage I 10 13 Cut into sixths Savoy cabbage I 6 9 Cut into sixths Courgettes I 1 2 Half moons The following types of vegetable are suitable when cooked longer and at cooking level II: Fresh vegetables Cooking level Cooking time in min., well cooked Comments Bavarian cabbage II 4 – Potatoes in skins II 14 60 - 80g /Potato Red cabbage II 4 Thin strips Sauerkraut II 10 – with13.3 Meat

• Joints are roasted in the Sicomatic® econtrol. The nec- essary amount of liquid is rst used for the stock.

• If the pieces are too large, cut them smaller and brown them individually, then cook them on top of each other to nish cooking.

• Cook boiling meat using 1-1.5 l of liquid in the bottom of the pot.

• The cooking time depends on the quality, age, consistency and size of the meat.

• The cooking time begins once the green area II is visible on the pressure indicator and is based on a quantity of 500 g. Important: Remove the froth from boiling meat before you close the cooker. Before you open the cooker, allow it to cool down or slowly release the steam in stages. Cooking time guidelines: Cooking times apply for 500 g Cooking level Cooking time in min., well cooked Comments, fried Beef Frying II 30 Whole piece Fillet II 18 Whole piece Goulash II 20 Large chunks Roulades II 17 Whole piece Marinated beef II 25 Whole piece Boiling meat II 30 Whole piece Veal Frying II 25 Whole piece Fillet II 14 Whole piece Lamb Frying II 25 Whole piece Back II 5 Whole piece

Cooking level Cooking time in min., well cooked Comments, fried Pork Belly II 15 Whole piece Frying II 25 Whole piece Knuckle of pork, fresh II 30 Whole piece Knuckle of pork, smoked II 45 Whole piece Fillet II 17 Whole piece Minced meat Stuffed pepper II 15 with insert Meat loaf II 15 Stuffed cabbages II 15 Soup dumplings II 5 Ø 2 cm Chicken Breast II 8 Whole piece Stewing hen II 10 Whole piece Stewing hen II 20 Whole piece approx. 1 kg Turkey Breast II 20 Whole piece Stewing hen II 20 Whole piece approx. 1 kg Goose Breast/stewing hen II 30 Whole piece Duck Breast/stewing hen II 15 Whole piece43 Cooking level Cooking time in min., well cooked Comments, fried Rabitt Frying II 20 Whole piece Stewing hen II 30 Whole piece Back II 10 Whole piece Deer Goulash II 15 Large chunks Venison Frying II 20 Whole piece Stewing hen II 25 Whole piece Back II 20 Whole piece Wild boar Frying II 35 Whole piece Goulash II 20 Large chunks Stewing hen 25 Whole piece Back II 35 Whole piece EN44

Fish juice is very sticky. Therefore only release the steam very slowly. Once the pressure indicator has retracted into the lid shaft handle, remove the lid straight away. Cooking time guidelines: Cooking times apply for 250 g in the perforated insert Fish Cooking level Cooking time in min., well cooked Comments Cod I 4 Whole llet Red sh I 4 Whole llet Pollack I 11 in portions Monk sh I 5 Whole llet Tuna I 10 in portions Wild salmon I 11 in portions Pike perch I 5 Whole llet45

13.5 Side dishes, fruit and desserts

Cooking time guidelines: Cooking times apply for 500 g. Side dishes Cooking level Cooking time in min. Comments Risotto I 7 Do not release the steam, instead soak for 3 minutes afterwards with closed lid Bread dumplings I 7 Do not release the steam, instead soak for 12 minutes afterwards with closed lid Pasta II 0 When the green area II shows on the pressure indicator, remove the Sicomatic® econtrol from the hob. Do not release the steam, instead wait 6 minutes before you open the cooker. Basmati rice I 2 1 part rice, 2 parts water, do not release the steam, instead soak for 12 minutes with closed lid Long grain rice I 10 1 part rice, 2 parts water

Fruit, desserts Cooking level Cooking time in min. Comments Apple sauce I 5 Cut into eighths Apple compote I 4 Cut into sixths Apricot compote I 2 Cut into eighths Pear compote I 3 Cut into eighths Cherry compote I 2 – Plum compote I 2 Halved Rhubarb compote I 3 Pieces Gooseberry compote I 3 – EN46

13.6 Cooking a menu / tower cooking

In the Sicomatic® econtrol with inserts you can cook an entire menu comprising of different foods at the same time in one pot. Here are a few tips

• The total cooking time for menus is always based upon the food with the longest cooking time. The dish with the longest cooking time is inserted rst. If you want to cook a roast for 25 minutes, boiled potatoes for 9 minutes and vegetables for 5 minutes, cook the roast for 16 minutes then interrupt the process and place the insert carrier over the roast, then place the perforated insert containing the potatoes on top. After a further 4 minutes, open the Sicomatic® econtrol and place the non-perforated insert with the vege- tables on top. Cook for a further 5 minutes and the entire meal is ready.

• You can reduce the cooking time for meat considerably if the meat is cut into portion-size slices. The meat then cooks in approx. 10–15 minutes, more or less the same time as rice, potatoes or vegetables, and you do not need to interrupt the cooking process.

• Neither the smell nor the taste of the foods are trans- ferred to each other. Therefore no mixed aroma is created. Cooking time guidelines: The cooking times apply for 500g. Adjust the cooking level according to the food. Tip Cooking Pot base Insert Cooking Perforated Cooking Non- time in carrier time in insert time in perforated min. min. min. insert Menu tip 1* 17 Beef roulades x 4 - 6 Carrots 10 Rice Menu tip 2* 25 Roast pork x 9 Boiled potatoes 5 Cauliflower Menu tip 3 11 Pollack 250g portion x 9 Boiled potatoes – sizes *For menu tips 1 and 2, minimum 6.5 l Sicomatic® econtrol base must be used47

13.7 Frozen food and whole foods

Frozen food You can thaw frozen food quickly and gently in the Sicomatic® econtrol to retain vitamins, flavours and minerals. Lengthy defrosting and thawing times are reduced to minutes, however this depends on the size of the frozen food. Here are a few more tips

• The heating times for frozen meat are a little longer and the cooking times are a little shorter than for fresh meat.

• Small thin pieces of meat, such as escalopes and chops as well as goulash that were frozen as individual chunks; do not defrost them, instead brown them in hot fat and then cook as normal.

• Slightly thaw large thick pieces of meat and then brown them in hot fat or e.g. for meat stocks cook in boiling water.

• If the poultry has already been gutted and split, prepare similarly to fresh poultry.

• Frozen sh is either cooked in the insert at cooking level I or simmered briefly in hot fat in the bottom of the pot and then nish cooking with the rest of the liquid at cooking level I.

• Place the frozen vegetables in the insert. Pour the usual amount of water into the bottom of the pot to generate steam, and cook.

Whole foods A healthy diet incorporates a variety of different grains, which usually involve many hours of soaking followed by a very long cooking time. In the Sicomatic® econtrol, this long cooking time can be reduced up to 2/3. Prior soaking is also no longer necessary. Another advantage of cooking whole foods in the Sicomatic® econtrol is that it efciently retains the vitamins and minerals of whole grains when cooking at cooking level I and it also saves energy. The following rule of thumb applies to cooking grains: double the amount of liquid compared with the grain (i.e. 200 ml liquid for 100 g grains). Cooking time guidelines: Cooking times apply for 200 g Type of grain Cooking level Cooking time in min. Wheat I 30 Rye I 20 Naked barley I 23 Green spelt I 15 Spelt I 15 Brown rice I 10 Naked oat I 5 Millet I 10 Buckwheat I 2 For certain types of grain the soaking times can be 6 to 10 hours, followed by swelling times of 10 to 30 minutes. EN48 14 | Sicomatic® econtrol accessories Non-perforated insert Ø 22 cm for 4.5 | 6.5 l Sicomatic®

Perforated insert Ø 18 cm for 2.5 l Sicomatic®

Perforated insert, high Ø 22 cm for 4.5 | 6.5 l Sicomatic®

Stainless steel basket Ø 19 cm

SicoControl cooking timer

Fluid cleaning agent

Powder cleaning agent

Wear parts EN50 16 | Warranty Guarantee We guarantee (provided that the cookware is used under normal, domestic conditions and for the intended use) the durability of the ceramic Silargan® surface for 30 years from the date of purchase. The lid (including components), handles, lid gasket, aroma sealing cap and chrome pouring rim are excluded from the warranty, as these parts do not have a ceramic Silargan® surface. Under the terms of the warranty, we will exchange parts with a defective Silargan® surface for perfect parts within the warranty period. A Silargan® surface is not deemed defective if it merely exhibits normal signs of wear and tear such as cutting and scratch marks etc. which are of a purely visual nature; such signs of wear and tear are not covered by the warranty. Provided that this model is still included in the product range, the defective part will be replaced by a part from the same model. If the model is no longer part of the Silit product range, the defective part will be replaced with a similar product within the current Silit product range. Exclusions from the guarantee The guarantee does not cover damage due to the follow- ing causes: Failure to observe the instructions for use and care, overheating, inappropriate or improper use,

incorrect or negligent handling (e.g. cleaning with abra- sive products), any kind of forceful impact (e.g. falling onto a floor, a blow), mechanical, chemical or physical damage to the surface resulting from incorrect use, im- properly performed repairs and the installation of spare parts that do not correspond with the original design. Warranty claims For any warranty claim, a dated proof of purchase is required. The guarantee is effective from the date of purchase. Warranty issuer Silit-Werke GmbH & Co. KG Neufraer Str. 6 88499 Riedlingen, Germany Information on the consumer's statutory rights The consumer's statutory rights against the seller if the purchased product was not free of defects at the time of transfer of risk (e.g. subsequent fullment, withdrawal, reduction and compensation) are not affected by this guarantee. We offer a 10-year supply warranty on spare parts upon expiry of the production time.51 17 | Sicomatic® declarations of conformity

17.2 Declarations of conformity for commodities that come into contact with food

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