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steam comes out of the operating
valve, go to #5 in this section.
NEVER FULLY IMMERSE THE
PRESSURE COOKER IN WATER.
4.
Automatic Release Method: When
using the automatic release method,
turn the dial on the operating valve
to the release position (steam
drawing position, Fig. 7) and the
steam will release. Once steam has
totally been released and no more
steam comes out of the operating
valve, go to 5 (below).
5. After all the pressure has been
released and you see the pressure
indicator has lowered, slide the
pressure cooker lock down to the
bottom of the handle (Fig. 4). Grasp
the bottom of the base handle with
your left hand and with your right
hand on the lid handle slowly rotate
the lid counterclockwise. Even
though you have already released
the pressure, never open the
pressure cooker toward your face
since there may be intense cooking
steam still inside the unit.
Care and Cleaning
1. The Fagor EXPRESS Pressure
Cooker is made of high-quality,
heavy gauge, 18/10 stainless steel.
2. The pressure cooker pot and lid
should be washed with warm water,
mild, dish-washing soap and a
non-abrasive cleaning pad, since
stainless steel can discolor in a
dishwasher. Since the exterior of the
pressure cooker has a mirror finish,
do not clean with metal scouring
pads or abrasive cleaners, which
will scratch the finish. Wash the lid
with water and towel dry.
3. To remove stubborn stains and any
discoloration in the interior of the
pressure cooker, try adding the juice
of half a lemon and 1 to 2 cups of
water to the pressure cooker pot.
Cook at high pressure for 15
minutes, then remove from heat. Let
pressure release naturally, then
wash as usual.
4. After cleaning, towel dry with a
clean, soft kitchen cloth to retain the
polished mirror finish.
5. In order to extend the life of the
rubber gasket, remove after each
use and wash with warm water and
mild, dish washing soap. Rinse and
dry well, then cover with a thin coat
of vegetable oil before replacing.
6. To store, DO NOT LOCK THE LID IN
PLACE. Simply place the lid upside-
down on top of the pressure cooker
pot.
Maintenance for Safe Use
1. Each time, before using the Fagor
EXPRESS pressure cooker, always
check to make sure that the
operating valve is clean of any
built-up particles.
• TO REMOVE THE OPERATING
VALVE FOR CLEANING PURPOSES:
