Moments Classic 8L - Saucepan TAURUS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Moments Classic 8L TAURUS

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Fig. 2a MAX— MIN—

Fig. 2b 2/3

Fig. 2c 1/3

Fig. 3 60kPa

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MOMENTS CLASSIC Olla a presión

Many thanks for choosing to purchase a TAURUS brand product.

Thanks to its technology, design and operation and the fact that it exceeds the strictest quality standards, a fully satisfactory use and long product life can be assured.

DESCRIPTION

1. Rotating knob
2. Safety valve
3. Pressure valve
4. Lid
5. Sealing joint
6. Body handgrips
7. Body
8. Double reinforced metal diffusing bottom
9. Locking bar
10. Locking bar anchors

SAFETY ADVICE AND WAR- NINGS

• Read these instructions carefully before switching on the appliance and keep them for future reference. Failure to follow and observe these instructions may result in an accident.
• Clean all the parts of the product that will be in contact with food, as indicated in the cleaning section, before use.
• Before each use, make sure that the pressure release selector valve, safety valve, sealing ring, lid anti-blockage capsule and body are completely clean and free of dirt.
• This appliance can be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• This appliance is not a toy. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not direct the safety grille towards the user or anywhere people may pass by.

USE OR WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Do not place the appliance in an oven cavity or similar.
• Keep children and bystanders away when using this appliance.
• Place the appliance on a flat and stable heat source with a suitable diameter according to the appliance bottom's thermal diffuser. If case that a gas heat source was used, make sure the flame does not protrude from the appliance's bottom heat diffuser (Fig. 1).
• Do not cover the appliance with objects that may interfere the proper operation of the security valve/s.

PERSONAL SAFETY:

- Do not touch metal parts or the body when it is operating, as it may cause serious burns.

USE AND CARE

• Do not move the appliance while in use.
• Do not touch the hot surface of the cooker. Instead use the cooker's handgrips and handles. Use gloves if necessary. Position the cooker slowly and carefully and avoid knocks, jerking and spills.
• Use the appliance handle/s, to catch it or move it.
• Do not use the appliance if it is tipped up and do not turn it over.
• Do not use the appliance without water.
• Lack of water will cause serious damage to the cooker; therefore, avoid total evaporation of the liquids it contains.
• Do not use the appliance for frying food.
• Respect the MAX and MIN levels (Fig. 2A).
• CAUTION: Boiling liquids could overflow from the receptacle if it is over filled.
• This appliance is for household use only, not professional or industrial use.
• Do not put the appliance away if it is still hot.
• Do not open the lid while the liquid contained inside the recipient is boiling.
• Do not force the pressure cooker to open it. Before opening the cooker, check that the internal pressure has completely disappeared.
• Do not manipulate the safety systems except during the maintenance procedure indicated in this manual.
• Only use original spare parts of the particular model. It is especially necessary to use the body and lid of the same manufacturer and

check that they are compatible.

- Only use the heat sources permitted in this instruction manual.

- When cooking meat with skin (e.g., ox tongue), which may swell with the pressure, do not prick the skin while it is swollen. You may suffer burns.

WARNINGS

- The pressure cooker generates internal pressure and the liquids it contains have a boiling point of below 120^ C. After boiling, especially when the pressure is reduced rapidly, a large amount of steam and liquid will be generated.

- Water condensation may appear on the surfaces and objects around this appliance.

- Do not cook apple jam, maize, pulses, algae, oat flakes or other foods which expand, in order to avoid blocking the air outlet.

- Do not boil soda water directly. Do not use an excessive amount of oil or wine.

- Do not use the pressure cooker to roast or fry foods under pressure.

- Do not open the lid of the cooker when it is under pressure. Before using it, make sure that the pressure cooker is correctly closed for heating.

- Liquids that are salted, alkaline or which contain sugar or vinegar should not be kept in the cooker for prolonged periods. Wash and dry the cooker after use.

- SERVICE

- It is recommended to replace the sealing ring once per year.

- Any misuse or failure to follow the instructions for use renders the guarantee and the manufacturer's liability null and void.

FILLING QUANTITY:

- Foods which do not expand, the filling quantity should not exceed 2/3 of the cooker's volume (Fig. 2b).

- Foods which expand, such as rice or pulses, it should not exceed 1/3 of the cooker's volume. (Fig. 2c).

PROPIERTIES

- This stainless-steel pressure cooker has been designed for domestic use. The double reinforced compound metal bottom guarantees that the heat is evenly transferred. The cooker is suitable for gas, electric and vitro-ceramic hobs and induction plates.

- The pressure cooker has a variety of safety mechanisms:

- Pressure valve: The valve can be set between 60 kPa. This load valve is stable and safe.

- Safety valve: When internal pressure is generated in the pressure cooker, the locking pin rises. The red pin on the valve indicates that the cooker is under pressure. In the case of abnormal pressure or mal-functioning of the pressure release selector valve, steam is released through the safety valve. If the lid is not properly closed, pressure is not generated in the cooker and steam will be released constantly between the handles and through the safety valve. In this case, turn off the hob and close the lid correctly. Do not open the pressure cooker until the valve pin has descended.

- There are various safety mechanisms for reducing the pressure which guarantee that the pressure cooker functions properly. (Fig. 3)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

BEFORE USE

- Read this instruction manual carefully, especially the safety recommendations.

- Before using the product for the first time, clean the parts that will come into contact with food in the manner described in the cleaning section.

- To eliminate possible odours from manufacturing, you can half-fill the cooker with water, close the lid and heat. Ten minutes after having decompressed the air in the cooker using the pressure valve, remove the cooker from the heat source.

- Once cooled and with the pressure reduced, you can remove the water and clean and dry the cooker.

FILLING WITH WATER:

- Fill the receptacle taking care to observe the MAX and MIN level (Fig. 2a).

USE:

- This appliance can be used with ceramic hobs, induction hobs, electric and gas cookers.

OPERATING PRESSURE:

- This pressure cooker works at single pressure 60 kPa.

- Decompression of the pot can also be achieved by extracting the pressure control valve, pulling in the direction of the arrow. (Fig. 4)

CARRY HANDLES:

- This appliance has handles on the side of the body, which facilitates comfortable transport (Fig. 5).

OPERATION

• Caution:
• Before every use, check that you can easily move the safety valve, in order to guarantee safe use of the pressure cooker.
• Do not use the pressure cooker with less than 0.25 l of water or other liquid. Do not fill the pressure cooker to more than 2/3 the height of the pan. If you are preparing foods which expand or form foam, only fill the pan 1/3.
• To close: Fit the lid on the body so that the locking bar lines up with the anchors. Turn the rotating knob clockwise until fully home.
• Set the pressure valve.
• Place the fast cooker on the hob and turn it on to maximum strength so that the pressure rises rapidly. When the internal pressure of the cooker reaches a certain pressure position, the pressure valve will automatically expel steam. Next, lower the heat a little so that the steam is released evenly and constantly.

CAUTION:

• When carrying the pressure cooker, always grasp it by both handles and never only by the rotating knob. Carry the cooker carefully and place it on a hob with a flat, stable surface.
• Do not heat the pressure cooker without supervision. Always use it carefully
• If the pressure cooker does not function correctly, it must be adjusted immediately in order to continue using it.
• For safety reasons, always respect the filling quantity indicated in order to prevent the liquids from evaporating completely and dry cooking, as well as to prevent the safety mechanisms from becoming clogged.
• Turn off the heat source.
• Once the recommended cooking time has elapsed you must turn off the heat source. When you do this, the temperature of the cooker will decrease while the food will continue cooking.
• Reducing the pressure
• Turn off the hob. Next, let the cooker decompress until it reaches room temperature. Wait until the pressure valve descends. There are two ways of doing this:

• Rapid cooling

• To cool the cooker quickly you can press the switch or rinse the pressure cooker slowly with cold water until the pressure valve descends. You can then open the lid in the described manner beforehand. (Fig. 6).

• To prevent the food cooking for too long, or if you wish to open the lid during cooking, the cooker must be cooled rapidly. Place the cooker on a stable surface under cold running water. Be careful not to wet the valves directly. The water flow must not be too strong.
• Slow cooling
• Turn off the hob. Next let the cooker decompress until it reaches room temperature if you want the food to continue cooking. Before opening the pot, wait until the pressure control valve drops.
• Opening the lid
• Wait until the pressure is completely gone. Never open the lid without first depressurising the pot. Once depressurized, turn the knob anticlockwise and slide the lid sideways.
• Once depressurized, turn the knob anticlockwise and slide the lid sideways.
• Clean the appliance.
• Caution:
• If you are preparing dishes with a doughy consistency or thick stocks, especially vegetable soups, you must joggle the cooker gently before opening the lid in order to prevent the food from spattering.
• Do not manipulate the safety systems except during the maintenance procedure indicated in this manual. Only use genuine spare parts for the particular model. It is especially necessary to use the body and lid of the same manufacturer and check that they are compatible. Contact a point of sale or the After Sale Service to obtain genuine spare parts.

CLEANING:

• After every time you use it, clean the equipment with a damp cloth with a few drops of washing-up liquid and then dry.
• Rinse the cooker with clean water and dry it with a clean cloth.
• In order to protect the shine on the cooker, do not use abrasive washing-up liquid or a metal scourer.
• Do not use solvents, or products with an acid or base pH such as bleach, or abrasive products, for cleaning the appliance.
• To avoid electro-chemical corrosion, prevent the cooker from coming into contact with

other metals.

• The cooker should be stored without being closed so that the silicon joint is open to the air and can dry completely.
• If some food remains stuck to the surface, it is advisable to leave the appliance to soak for a certain time and then remove the traces with a cloth.
• The use of a dishwashing machine is not recommended, especially in the case of the lid.

CLEANING THE SILICON LID JOINT

• Remove the silicon lid joint and clean with hot water.
• Dry the silicon joint with a cloth and keep it dry before carefully returning it to its normal position. (Fig. 7)

PRESSURE RELEASE SELECTOR VALVE, AIR RELEASE PIPE AND SAFETY VALVE:

• Clean the pressure release selector valve, air release pipe and safety valve in order to guarantee that the pressure cooker functions normally. (Fig.8)
• Raise the pressure control valve. Then check and remove the accumulated dirt and, if necessary, remove the dirt from the air outlet tube with a needle.
• Recommendation: To prevent malfunctioning, do not dismantle the parts of the safety valve.

REMOVING BURNT FOOD

• Remove burnt food using a wooden scraper.
• Firmly stuck food remains should be dried in the Sun and left to soak in oil. Next fill the pan with hot water and leave it for a time. Then you can clean the pan. To avoid scratching the body, do not remove firmly stuck foods with sharp tools such as a knife.

- Care

• The pan, lid and joint must be cleaned after every use. Remove the dirt from the pressure release selector valve, air release pipe and safety valve with a needle and store the cooker in a cool, well-ventilated place. The lid should be stored upside-down on top of the body or separately.
• Caution:
• So that the lid may be easy to open and close, grease the O-ring with a little cooking oil. This will also prolong the life of the joint.
• While stored, the pressure cooker must not be closed, in order to prevent the joint from becoming misshapen and to enable it to function correctly.
• Allow frozen foods to thaw before cooking

them. Pre-soak pulses and dried fruit.

• Start cooking foods which form a foam without the lid and once the foam has been eliminated, with the lid closed.
• Little water is needed for cooking with a pressure cooker, since only a small quantity of water is lost if foods are not cooked for a long time.
• The high pressure and the steam make foods lose colour. You can use coloured spices to give the food a better, more appetizing appearance.
• Lower the focus of heat if soup spills out.

REPLACING THE JOINT

• The discolouring of the joint does not cause any problems. Depending on how often you use the cooker, the joint should be replaced every one or two years. If you detect damage, breakages or deformations, replace the joint immediately.
• Caution: Only use genuine spare parts. If you cannot find genuine spare parts to repair the cooker, contact your supplier.

PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATIONS

• If the safety valve does not rise, this may be due to the fact that:
• The lid is not attached and closed properly,
• The strength of the heat source is too low and must be increased;
• The joint is dirty, damaged or misshapen and must be either cleaned or replaced;
• There is too little water in the pan (check the filling quantity).
• If steam is being released from underneath the lid and not through the pressure valve, this may be due to the fact that:
• The lid is not correctly fitted and closed (close the lid correctly);
• The joint is not properly fitted or is dirty, damaged or misshapen and must be either cleaned or replaced;
• If you cannot easily open or close the lid, this may be due to the fact that:
• The joint is not a genuine spare part and does not adjust to the lid (only use genuine spare parts).
• Caution:
• Only use genuine spare parts. If you cannot find genuine spare parts to repair the cooker, contact your supplier.
• The pressure cooker is designed for use on a

stable heat source, such as an electric plate, an induction plate or a gas hob.

ANOMALIES AND REPAIR

- If the cooker is not functioning correctly, turn of the hob immediately, place the cooker on a flat surface and rinse slowly with cold water to cool it and reduce the pressure. The pressure cooker may only be used again once the cause of the fault has been resolved.

- Take the appliance to an authorised technical support service if problems arise. Do not try to dismantle or repair without assistance, as this may be dangerous.

- If any anomaly is detected, check the following table:

AnomaliesCausesSolutions
The pressure regulating valve is noisy and doesn’t expel steam after heating the pressure cooker.	Tamponade the valve pressure controlTamponade tube air ventCooking without liquidTilt the stove	Clean the pressure control valve Remove the dirt.Turn off the stove immediately, remove the pressure cooker, reduce the pressure and check the pot.Heat the pan on a flat, stable stove
The safety valve expels vapor or liquid.	Clogging of the air outlet pipeThe pot is overfilledThe heat source is too strong	Eliminar la suciedadReducir la cantidad de llenadoAjustar la fuente de calor al vapor que expulsa a válvula de presión.
The pressure valve does not rise	The lid is not fitted correctlyThe heat source is not powerful enoughThe seal is dirty, damaged or deformedNot enough water	Fit it correctlyIncrease the heatClean or replace the sealCheck the amount inside the pressure cooker
The lid does not close properly	The lid is deformed Change the lid

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ECOLOGY AND RECYCLABILITY OF THE PRODUCT

• The materials of which the packaging of this appliance consists are included in a collection, classification and recycling system.
  Should you wish to dispose of them, use the appropriate public containers for each type of material.
• The product does not contain concentrations of substances that could be considered harmful to the environment.

This appliance complies with Directive 97/23/EC concerning pressure equipment.

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