Fagor Innova Serie Notice D'utilisation page 21

SOLUTION 1. Always use the appropriate amount of liquid called for in the recipe. This
amount should never be less than ½ cup. However, never fill the pressure
cooker more than half full with liquids.
2. Following the instructions given in this manual, close the pressure cooker so
that a tight seal is created, which will allow for adequate pressure build-up.
3. The valve can become dirty when cooking foods such as dried beans which
have a tendency to foam. Clean the valve periodically.
4. Make sure the silicone gasket is clean and well positioned before using the
pressure cooker. After continued use, the silicone gasket will begin to wear
and should be replaced at least once a year if the pressure cooker is used
frequently.
5. Make sure the operating valve has been turned to pressure setting 1 or 2. The
pressure cooker will not build up pressure if the operating valve is turned to the
steam release position (the picture of the steam).
PROBLEM The visual pressure indicator has popped up, but there is no steam released by
the operating valve.
REASON 1. There is not enough liquid in the cooker.
2. The valve is dirty and/or obstructed.
3. The burner heat is not high enough.
SOLUTION 1. Make sure there is enough liquid. There should always be at least half a cup of
liquid in the pressure cooker, or 2 cups if the cooking time is over 10 minutes.
2. The valve can become dirty when cooking foods such as dried beans which
have a tendency to foam. Clean the valve periodically. See the Care and
Cleaning section in this manual for instructions on how to remove the valve for
cleaning.
3. Turn up the heat to medium high until a gentle, steady stream of steam is
released from the operating valve.
PROBLEM A gentle, steady stream of steam is released from the operating valve and
small drops of water condensation collect on the lid.
REASON When used properly, the operating valve will release a gentle steady
stream of steam as well as some drops of condensed water on the lid.
SOLUTION This is normal operation. If there is a lot of water gushing out of the ope-
rating valve with the steam, see below.
PROBLEM A strong, forceful, gushing jet of steam is escaping from the operating
valve with or without drops of condensation.
REASON 1. The burner heat is too high.
2. The valve is dirty.
3. The safety valve is malfunctioning.
SOLUTION 1. Lower the heat so that only a gentle, steady stream of steam is released.
2. Check the valve to see if there are any remaining food particles. Remove with
a toothpick.
3. The safety valve must be replaced. Contact the Fagor Customer Service
Department at: 1-800-207-0806 or email at: info@fagoramerica.com.
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