CuiZen Ovel Pressure Cooker CPC-380 - Manual (Page 7)

DELAy TIME SETTING
This function allows to program cooking food up to 8 hours later (½ hour increments). Use
delayed time setting with Slow Cook, Steam, High & Low pressure functions.
CAUTION: Perishable foods such as meat, poultry, fish, cheese & dairy products should never be
left at room temperature more that 2 hours (or just 1 hour at 90ºF+). When cooking perishable
foods, DO NOT set Delay Time function for more than 2 hours.
1. Follow procedures 1 through 6 in Pressure Cooking section.
2. Press Delay Time control. Delayed time will be shown in Display Panel.
3. Press ▲ or ▼ control keys to set desired Delay Time.
4. Press START/STOP control. Pressure Cooker will begin cooking after the set time has elapsed.
5. If the Pressure Cooker is set for Delayed Cooking, make certain that it is placed in a location
where it will not be disturbed while in operation. NOTE: Always place Pressure Cooker on a
safe, flat, heat resistant surface while the appliance is on.
NOTE: DO NOT use Delay Time program when cooking foods that might spoil if left out at room
temperature.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
DO NOT wash any parts of the Pressure Cooker in dishwasher. Always wash Pressure Cooker
thoroughly after every use, or if it has not been used for an extended period of time.
1. After every use, unplug unit form electrical outlet and let appliance FULLY COOL DOWN
before displacing, disassembling or cleaning.
2. Wash Removable Cooking Pot and all removable parts in hot soapy water. Rinse well and dry
thoroughly.
3. Wipe the outer housing with a clean damp cloth. DO NOT immerse pressure Cooker Base,
electrical cord or plug in water or other liquid.
4. Turn the Lid upside down and delicately pull out Silicone Gasket from Lid. Clean Silicone
Gasket in hot soapy water. Replace Silicone Gasket by pushing it in back in place, making
sure it is well inserted in inner rim of Lid. NOTE: Silicone Gasket must always be properly
positioned into underside of Lid or if not positioned properly, Pressure Cooker will not work.
5. Check periodically to make sure Silicone Gasket is clean, flexible and has no cracks or
appearance of wear & tear. If you notice any damage to the Silicone Gasket, immediately
discontinue use of Pressure Cooker and contact authorized Service Center for new Gasket.
ONLy use manufacturer approved parts from authorized Service Center. Any other parts or
accessories not intended for use with this appliance is strictly prohibited and will void
warranty.
6. To maintain optimum performance of your Pressure Cooker, make sure inside of Base
(underneath where the Removable Cooking Pot goes in) where spring activated sensor sits,
is fully clean after every use. Wipe with a clean damp cloth and dry thoroughly
7. Do NOT use abrasive pads or cleaners.
NOTE: Store Pressure Cooker in a dry and clean area with the Lid resting upside down on the
Removable Cooking Pot. This will protect the Pressure/Steam Regulator Valve and other valves
on top of the Lid. DO NOT store Pressure Cooker with a sealed Lid as this could cause stale odors
inside Cooker.
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OpERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEfORE fIRST USE
Remove all packing materials and printed inserts.
1. Swivel Removable Cooking Pot from Base until tabs have unlatched from Base Clip Plates.
Lift the Pot to clean in hot soapy water. Dry well with a clean dry cloth. Put Removable
Cooking Pot back in place making sure tabs are inserted under Base Clip Plates.
2. Wash all removable parts in hot soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe the outer
housing with a clean damp cloth.
3. DO NOT immerse pressure Cooker Base, electrical cord or plug in water or other liquid.
NEVER clean any parts in dishwasher.
4. Make sure Silicone Washer is seated properly into underside of the Lid, well inserted in inner
rim of Lid. To test and ensure Silicone Gasket is properly fitted, fill the Removable Cooking
Pot with water filled 2/3 up of the way and run on maximum pressure (15 psi) for 45 to 50
minutes (to properly operate Pressure/Steam Regulator Valve, follow Pressure Cooking
indications below).
5. Release the pressure by turning the Pressure/Steam Regulator Valve to STEAM position. The
Floating Valve will drop.
6. Let the unit cool to room temperature. Empty water and clean.
pRESSURE COOkING
Every time you use your Pressure Cooker and prior to cooking, always check to make sure
Silicone Gasket & Pressure/Steam Regulator Valve are clean and positioned correctly in place.
1. Plug cord in electrical wall outlet. Display will show: --:--
2. Insert Removable Cooking Pot by first positioning it diagonally in Base. Swivel Removable
Cooking Pot in place, tucking in tabs under Clip Plates. This prevents Removable Cooking
Pot from upward movement.
3. Place food in Removable Cooking Pot. NOTE: When cooking most food under pressure,
always add 1½ cups (12oz) of liquid to Pot. DO NOT fill Pressure Cooker more than ½ full
with food or 2/3 full with liquid.
4. Place Lid on Pressure Cooker and push Sliding Lock completely
to the left to fully lock the lid in place.
5. Place Pressure/Steam Regulator Valve to PRESSURE setting.
6. Press Pressure Setting control. 15 PSI indicator light will come on.
Press left arrow control down ▼ to select desired pressure setting
(Low 2.5 psi - Medium 7.5 psi - High 15 psi). Press Pressure Setting
control to save chosen setting. NOTE: 2.5 PSI is best for vegetables,
15 PSI is ideal setting for meats, poultry, beef, veal, lamb, beans, etc., while 7.5 PSI setting is
for softer foods (Fish, Meatloaf, etc.).
7. After pressure has been set, cooking time will flash 10 on the display. Press ▲ or ▼ control
keys to set desired cooking time (see recommended cooking times on p.13).
8. Press Start/Stop control to begin cooking.
9. While the unit is building up pressure, two lines - - moving in an upward motion, are
displayed on the Control Panel. When the pressure is reached, cooking time will be
displayed and timer will start countdown.
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