Getting Started - Fagor LUX MAX Manuel D'utilisation

1. Pressure Regulating Knob: Turn the regulating knob to the "Pressure"
position when cooking under pressure or when using the White Rice,
Eggs, Beans, Meat, Chicken or Vegetable function. Turn the knob to the
"Steam" position to release the pressure after pressure cooking, using the
White Rice, Eggs, Beans, Meat, Chicken or Vegetable function and when
using the STEAM function. When using the SLOW COOKER or KEEP
WARM functions, be sure to turn the pressure regulating knob to the
"Steam" position and not to the "Pressure" position.
2. Self-Locking Pin: The lid will lock automatically when it is properly
aligned and closed. While cooking under pressure you will not be able to
open the lid until all of the pressure is released.
3. Cool-Touch Handles: The cool to the touch handles of the Multi-cooker
allows for easy handling and opening of the lid.
4. Floating Valve: The floating valve controls the amount of pressure inside
the cooker by allowing excess pressure to be released.
5. Silicone Gasket: Creates an airtight seal needed for the cooker to build
pressure. Check the silicone gasket for any tears or cracks before using the
Multi-Cooker. To order a new gasket, please contact a Fagor Representative
at 1-800-207-0806 or purchase it directly on the Fagor website at
www.fagoramerica.com.
6. Safety Pressure Valve: The safety pressure valve allows excess pressure
to escape from the cooker when it is being used for pressure cooking. It
works independently of the floating valve.
7. Anti-Blocking Case: Pull it towards yourself to release the pressure
regulator knob for cleaning.
8. Condensation Reservoir: Collects excess condensation during cooking.
If there is some liquid in the reservoir after cooking, simply empty it.
9. Heating Element and Temperature Sensor: Both elements regulate the
cooking temperature inside the pot.
10. Removable Cooking Pot: Stainless steel pot is dishwasher safe, but
hand washing is always recommended.
11. Stationary Pot: This pot cannot be removed from the electric multi-
cooker and should NEVER be used for cooking. Before cooking, make
sure to place the removable cooking pot into the stationary pot first. All
ingredients should be placed into the removable cooking pot ONLY.
12. Steamer Basket with Trivet: Needs to be placed inside the cooking pot
to steam delicate foods and vegetables.
13. Control Panel: The easy to use controls allow you to select the different
programs available with a touch of a finger. Available for selection are:
two pressure cooking settings, two slow cooking settings, white rice,
eggs, beans, meat, chicken, vegetable, brown, sauté, simmer, steam,
yogurt, keep warm, time delay, start/stop and a plus and minus button
to adjust cooking time and time delay. Also, on the control panel you will
find the HIGH and LOW indicator lights which will blink while pressure or
temperature is building. These three lights will go solid once the unit has
reached proper pressure or temperature.
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Getting Started:

Before First Use
Read the safety instructions found in this manual before plugging in and
operating the unit. Before using the Multi-cooker for the first time, follow
these steps:
1. Remove all packing materials and literature from within the Fagor LUX™
MAX Multi-Cooker. Lift out the removable cooking pot and remove any
pieces of paper from under it. Remove the plastic protection from the
control panel and any stickers from the lid or stainless steel housing.
2. Wash all removable parts in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry all parts
thoroughly. Wipe the stainless steel outer housing with a clean damp
cloth. NEVER submerge the stainless steel outer housing in water or any
other liquid. Only the removable cooking pot is dishwasher safe.
3. To clean the pressure regulator knob, gently push the pressure regulator
knob down and at the same time turn the pressure regulator knob
counterclockwise past STEAM to CLEAN setting. Once the white dot on
CLEAN is aligned with the white dot on the base of the pressure regulator,
you can lift the pressure regulator up and off the lid. Look through the
holes of the pressure regulator to make sure there is nothing obstructing,
and then clean the pressure regulator knob with warm soapy water,
allowing the water to run through the pressure regulator to remove all
particles.
4. To put the pressure regulator back onto the lid, simply align the CLEAN
setting with the white dot on the base, gently push down on the pressure
regulator and turn the knob clockwise until it slides back into place.
5. Make sure the silicone gasket is seated properly inside the lid or else the
cooker will not function properly.
6. After thorough drying, place the removable cooking pot back into the
Multi-cooker before cooking.
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