Manufacturer's Recommendations; Important Safeguards - Fagor Helix Manual Del Usuario

This is a U.L.-listed appliance. The following safeguards are recommended by
most portable appliance manufacturers.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using pressure cookers, basic safety precautions should always be
followed:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. Close supervision is necessary when the pressure cooker is used near
children.
4. Do not place the pressure cooker in a heated oven.
5. Extreme caution must be used when moving a pressure cooker containing
hot liquids.
6. Do not use pressure cooker for other than its intended use.
7. This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding
injury. Make sure that the unit is properly closed before operating. See the
"Closing the Lid and Cooking" section in this manual.
8. Do not fill the unit over two thirds full. When cooking foods that expand
during cooking such as rice or dried vegetables, do not fill the unit over
one-half full. Over filling may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe and
developing excess pressure. See the "Basic instructions for cooking" section
in this manual.
9. Be aware that certain foods, such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley,
oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, or spaghetti
can foam, froth, and sputter, and clog the pressures release device (steam
vent). These foods should not be cooked in a pressure cooker.
10. Always check the pressure release devices for clogging before use.
11. Do not open the pressure cooker until the unit has cooled and all internal
pressure has been released. If the handle is difficult to turn, this indicates
that the cooker is still pressurized - do not force it open. Run cold water
over the cooker to cool it to reduce the internal pressure. Any pressure in
the cooker can be hazardous. See the "Releasing Pressure After Cooking"
section in this manual.
12. Do not use this pressure cooker for pressure frying with oil.
13. When the normal operating pressure is reached, turn the heat down so all the
liquid, which creates the steam, does not evaporate.
14. To reduce the risk of burns or spills, do not place the cooker on the edge of
your counter top or stove top. Be sure it is always properly stabilized.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Manufacturer's Recommendations

To fully enjoy your new Fagor Pressure Cooker, please read carefully these
recommendations before you start using your pressure cooker, and follow them
accordingly:
1. Please make sure children do not have access to or reach the pressure
cooker while cooking.
2. Before using your pressure cooker, and each time you use it, check to
make sure that the safety mechanisms (such as heat indicator, safety valve,
silicone gasket, lid, and body) are not damaged or dirty.
3. Never use the pressure cooker with a worn or torn gasket. Inspect the gasket
before every use to make sure it is pliable and does not have any cracks or
tears. If you need to replace it, see the "Care and Cleaning" section of this
manual for instructions.
4. It is very important that the pressure cooker is not filled over the "Max 2/3"
indicator line with food and liquid. If you're cooking grains or foods that
expand during cooking, do not fill the cooker more than half full. Too much
steam might be produced if the unit is too full with food and liquid.
5. Before cooking, make sure that the gasket is in good condition and in place,
and that the operating valve is free of food particles that could clog it up. See
the instructions found in this manual for more detailed instructions.
6. Make sure the pressure cooker has been properly closed before cooking. If
the lid is not closed and locked securely in place, the pressure cooker will
not build pressure.
7. After releasing the pressure from the pressure cooker, open the lid towards
the back of your stove since there may be some steam still inside the cooker.
8. Caution: do not use the pressure cooker on an outdoor LP gas burner or
commercial ranges. This pressure cooker is for household use ONLY.
9. Pressure cookers are not to be used for medical purposes, such as
sterilizers, as pressure cookers are not designed to reach the temperatures
necessary for complete sterilization.
10. Do not allow anyone who is not familiar with these instructions to use the
pressure cooker.
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