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Safety and Instruction ManualPLEASE READ CAREFULLY

T90100 T90101 T90102

T90100-T90101-T90102 Tower Pressure Cooker Manual.indd 1 06/06/2014 11:56

T90100 T90101 T90102 Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker

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TECHNICAL PARAMETERS

Working Pressure: 80 P1:60kPa P2:100kPaSafety Pressure: 130-200 kPaDestroy Pressure: > 500kPaPressure inside the cooker under the condition that the cover has not been closed to its correct position: > 5kPaPressure in the cover when the indicating valve is locked: > 4 kPa

NOTE: Save these instructions for future reference.This product is intended for household use.

Thank you…… for purchasing a Tower Pressure Cooker. We hope you have years of trouble free cooking with your new purchase. There are many benefits of using a pressure cooker:

• Foods retain most of their nutrients and are tastier

• Save energy – no need for multiple pots and pans on separate burners

• Save time in preparing meals – cook up to 70% faster when a pressure cooker is used, making it a handy tool to quickly get the meal on the table.

• Less washing is required with ‘one pot’ cooking and a pressure cooker lid prevents any splashes, splatters or boil overs.

Prepare a variety of meals, side dishes and desserts including:

• Soups & Paté

• Steamed vegetables

• Stews and casseroles

• Pasta dishes

• Beans, rice and pulses

• Steamed puddings

PRODUCT SAFETY IMPORTANT

To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:• Read all instructions carefully, as improper use

may result in bodily injury or property damage.• Always check the regulator before use. Hold

the cover up to the light and look through the regulator to be certain it is clear.

• Extreme caution must be used when moving a pressure cooker containing hot liquids. Do not touch the hot surface, only touch the handles.

• This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding. Make certain that the pressure cooker is properly closed before operating and the cover handle must be directly above the body handle.

• Do not open the cooker until the internal pressure has been completely reduced, the pressure indicating valve has been released, also check that no steam is escaping when the pressure limiting valve is removed.

• Do not heat a dry pressure cooker.• Do not fill the pressure cooker over 2/3 full.

Except when making soup, cooking rice and dried vegetables which expand during cooking, do not fill the cooker over 1/4 way.

• Do not pressure cook foods such as apple sauce, cranberries, rhubarb, pearl barley, oatmeal, other cereal, split peas, soup mixes containing dried vegetables, noodles, macaroni or spaghetti.

These foods tend to foam, froth and splutter and may block the regulator.

• When cooking liquid foods such as soup or porridge, shake the cooker slightly before opening to release any air bubbles and avoid them bursting once the lid is open.

• Do not place or attempt to pressure cook in a heated oven.

• Caution: To ensure safe operation and satisfactory performance, replace the sealing ring if it becomes hard or deformed.

• Close supervision is necessary when the pressure cooker is used near children.

• Do not let children use the pressure cooker.• Do not use the pressure cooker for anything

other than its original intended use.• Never use this pressure cooker with oil.


Safety and Instruction Manual

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PRESSURE COOKER STRUCTURE

1. Lid

2. Pressure Limiting Valve

3. Push Button

4. Steam Releasing Valve

5. Upper Handle

6. Safety Valve

7. Sealing Ring

8. Body

9. Lower Handles

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The following safety precautions are recommended by most reputable appliance manufacturers. Only when adhering to the rules strictly, can the full advantages of the pressure cooker be achieved.

1. This pressure cooker is designed for use in household environments only and is not suitable for commercial use. It should never be used by children or those unfamiliar with the pressure cooking process.

2. Under the pressure limit, the temperature of the boiling water is 120°C. Steam will be produced when the pressure is reducing.

3. Do not pressure cook foods such as apple sauce, cranberries, rhubarb, pearl barley, oatmeal, other cereal, split peas, soup mixes containing dried vegetables, noodles, macaroni or spaghetti. These foods tend to foam, froth and splutter and may block the regulator.

4. Keep the pressure-limiting valve, sealing ring, opening button, lid and cooker body clean at all times.

5. The pressure cooker should be used on a hob with a diameter similar or smaller than the base of the pressure cooker. Do not allow flames to reach the sides of the pressure cooker (Fig. 1).

6. Do not point the steam-releasng valve in a direction that may be occupied by a person.

7. If steam sprays from the safety valve, you must shut off the power immediately. The problem must be rectified before you can use the pressure cooker again (see page 6).

8. Handle with care, especially when the cooker is under pressure. Keep the pressure cooker horizontal and place it down gently. Do not bump the pressure cooker.

9. Do not open the lid when the cooker is under pressure.

10. Ensure the lid is tightly closed before use.11. Do not store ingredients such as salt, soy sauce,

sugar, vinegar or water in the pressure cooker. 12. Clean the cooker after use.13. Do not dry-heat the pressure cooker.14. Do not use the pressure cooker for frying or

baking food.15. Do not fill the cooker over 2/3 of the capacity

(Fig. 2).When making soup, cooking rice, and dried vegetables which expand during cooking, do not fill the cooker over 1/4 capacity (Fig. 3).

Never place anything over the pressure-limiting valve (Fig. 4)

(Fig. 1)

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(Fig. 2)

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(Fig. 3)

2/31/4

(Fig. 4)



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SAFETY FEATURES

This product is equipped with four safety features shown below. Please familiarise yourself with them for your safety (Fig. 6).

1. Pressure-limiting Valve The pressure-limiting valve can be turned to one of four positions to select the required function (Fig. 7). Select the high pressure step or low pressure setting according to your cooking requirements.

2. Safety Open-preventing Valve This will raise when the pressure reaches 4Kpa. Beware of the steam escaping as this can scald.

3. Steam Releasing Valve When the pressure-limiting valve and the safety valve are not working, the steam will release through the steam releasing valve.

4. Opening Button The lid must only be opened by pushing the button on the lid. Do not force the lid open.

HOW TO USE THE PRESSURE COOKER

1. Please clean the pressure cooker before first use by adding water and heat for 30 minutes.

2. Make sure that the hole of both the safety valve and the steam-releasing pipe is clear.

3. To close the lid, align the ‘O’ marked on the lid to the ‘O’ marked on the lower handle by turning the lid clockwise.

4. To adjust the level of pressure, turn the pressure-limiting valve to ‘I’ for low pressure and ‘II’ for high pressure (Fig. 5).

5. To raise the temperature quickly, place the cooker on a high heat until the safety open-preventing valve begins to work. It is normal for a small amount of steam to seep from the safety open-preventing valve when the pressure cooker is in use.

6. After a while the pressure-limiting valve will raise and steam will continuously escape with a ‘squeak’ sound. Reduce the level of heat and allow the pressure cooker to continue cooking for the required time. Cooking time should be calculated from the moment the pressure-limiting valve rises.

7. After cooking, there are two ways in which the pressure cooker can be opened: a) Natural Cooling – leave the cooker to cool down naturally and wait for the safety open-preventing valve to fall down. b) Water Cooling – To cool the cooker down quickly, place on a level place under cold running water until the safety open-preventing valve falls down. Caution: Take care not to allow water to flow in to the cooker through the safety open-preventing valve an the pressure limiting valve.

(Fig. 6)

(Fig. 5)

(Fig. 7)

Pressure-limiting valve

Steam release position

Low pressure position

High pressure position

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem Reason SolutionSteam comes out from the underside of the lid

1. Sealing ring is dirty

2. Sealing ring is too old

1. Clean the sealing ring, cooker lip and lid

2. Change the sealing ring

Lid won’t fit properly The shape of the lid has changed

Replace the lid

Steam and liquid leak from the safety valve suddenly

1. The steam-releasing pipe is obstructed. The release hole of the pressure-limiting valve is blocked.

2. The safety valve has lost its function.

1. Take the cooker off the heat and rinse the release hole. After it is cool, take off the pressure-limiting valve and clean.

2. Replace the safety open-preventing valve.

Steam and liquid leaks from the steam-releasing valve

1. The releasing hole of the pressure regulator is obstructed

2. The safety valve has lost its function.

1. Take the cooker off the heat. After it is cool, clean and check all the safety devices. Change the ones which have lost their functions.

2. Change the sealing ring.



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MAINTENANCE 1. Don’t scrape the cooker surface with hard

material such as metal to avoid abrasion.

2. Don’t touch the cooker with other kinds of metal to avoid electro chemical corrosion.

3. Don’t store food inside the cooker for a long time.

MAINTAINING THE SEALING RING

1. Remove the seal from the lid. (Fig. 8)

2. Wash the seal with hot water and detergent to clean any debris from the seal.

3. Dry the seal thoroughly and replace it in the lid.

4. Replace the seal immediately if it is damaged or has changed its shape.

5. We recommend that you change the seal every one or two years depending on how much you have used your pressure cooker.

MAINTAINING THE SAFETY VALVES

Always check that the Pressure Limiting Valve and the Safety Open-preventing Valve is clear. If either is blocked, clear away the blockage with a needle, then rinse the parts under clean water.

Removing the Pressure Limiting Valve:

Switch the pressure limiting valve to the position marked “ ” to allow it to be taken out of the handle. Dismantle the valve as shown in Fig. 9.

Fig. 8

Clean the parts, then re-assemble in the opposite order.

The valve should only be switched to the “ ” position when it needs to removed.

Removing the Safety Open-Preventing Valve:

The safety open-preventing valve is located on the underside of the lid. Use a spanner to remove it from the lid before dismantling it. To clean the valve, rinse under clean water (Fig. 10).

Fig. 9

Fig. 10


Designed, developed and distributed throughout the UK by RKW Ltd.

thank you!We hope you enjoy your appliance for

many years. As a thank you for purchasing one of our fantastic products, we are giving

you 10 years peace of mind.

To receive your 10 year guarantee, register your appliance online by visiting:

www.towerhousewares.co.uk

Should you have a problem with your appliance, or need any spare parts,

please call our Service Department on: 0844 984 0055

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Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker

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