Nesco PC11-25 Manual De Instruccion página 8

Quick Release Method: After cooking, press the 'START/STOP' button and unplug
unit. Using oven mitts or tongs, set the pressure regulator knob to 'STEAM' and
allow the pressure to be released. CAUTION! KEEP HANDS AND FACE AWAY FROM
ESCAPING STEAM AS IT IS EXTREMELY HOT AND CAN CAUSE INJURY.
NOTE: Press the START/STOP button when cooking time is complete, or to cancel
and reset. Otherwise, the pressure cooker will beep periodically as a reminder that
the cooking time is complete.
WARNING: Do not touch the pressure regulator knob while in use to avoid burn
injury from steam. Keep hands and face away at all times. Use oven mitts when
removing the inner pot or touching any hot items, and never force the lid open. The
lid will open after the pressure is released. Remove the lid by lifting it away from you
to avoid being burned by the steam.
KEEP WARM SETTING:
1. Place cooked food in removable cooking pot.
2. Place lid on pressure cooker.
3. Turn the pressure regulator knob to STEAM.
4. Press the WARM button. Press the START/STOP button to begin the program. The
indicator light will stop flashing.
SAUTÉ/BROWN SETTING:
This program allows you to brown your food before cooking it under pressure.
Brown meat or poultry for the best flavor and texture, unless otherwise indicated
in the recipe. Food should be patted dry with a paper towel before browning. For
best results, make sure the oil is hot before adding your meat or poultry. Brown in
batches to keep the correct temperature.
1. Position the removable cooking pot in the pressure cooker.
2. Add the appropriate amount of oil as per recipe.
3. Press the SAUTÉ/BROWN button. The light on the button will flash and the
display will read "0:30". The lid should remain off.
4. Press the START/STOP button. The indicator light will stop flashing.
5. After about one minute of preheating, add food and begin browning.
6. NOTE: Do not leave pressure cooker unattended while browning foods.
STEAM SETTING:
This program quickly brings cooking liquid to a boil for steaming food or cooking rice.
1. Position the removable cooking pot in the pressure cooker.
2. Place a small, heat-resistant rack or basket (not included) in the bottom of the
removable cooking pot.
3. Add at least 16 oz. of water so that the bottom of the rack is above the liquid.
4. Add the food. Do not fill the pot more than two-thirds full. Note: If steaming rice,
put the rice in a smaller bowl and place on the rack.
5. Place lid onto the pressure cooker and turn the pressure regulator knob to STEAM.
6. Press the STEAM button. The light on the button will flash and the digital display
will read "0:15".
7. Set the desired time by pressing the button once for each additional minute or by
continuously holding the button down. The longest cooking time is 2 hours.
8. Press the START/STOP button to begin cooking. The indicator light will stop
flashing.
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