Midea Electric Pressure Cooker

Important Safeguards

• Before using this product, please read this User Manual carefully.
• Do not place the unit on an unstable location. It is strictly prohibited to use it on a newspaper, foam or other object that may easily block the vent hole at the bottom.
• Never use it in a place which is near water or fire. Do not use it in a place exposed to direct sunshine or oil splash. Put it in a place out of the reach of children.
• Never place the product, power cord or plug in water or other liquid.
• If a spare part such as wire and plug is damaged or the product fails, stop the operation instantly and send it to the service center for inspection and repair. Repair by the user is not allowed.
• Never make unauthorized replacement of any spare part inside the pressure cooker, as this may cause electric shock, fire or injury.
• Before use each time, be sure to check the anti-block shield, float valve and exhaust valve for obstruction. Wipe the surface of the inner pot and the heating plate to confirm they are free of any foreign object. Check the exhaust valve for sealing location.
• When in use, never hang the power cord on a location which may easily trip over.
• Avoid cooking food such as laver and oat meal in the pot, as they may easily clog the anti-block shield.
• When cooking dry food, please soak for a period of time.
• The maximum cooking amount shall not exceed the MAX level marked inside the inner pot.
• When in operation, never move this product and prohibit compulsory opening.
• When in operation, never move your hands or face to the exhaust valve or float valve to avoid being scalded.
• When in operation, never touch the cover with your hands to avoid being scalded.
• After cooking, do not open the cover until you confirm that there is no pressure inside or pressure has decreased sufficiently.
• When opening the cover after cooking, do not touch the inner pot and cover inside with your hands directly to avoid being scalded.
• Before cleaning this product, please unplug it or disconnect the power supply.
• It is strictly prohibited to use this product for purposes other than those specified.
• CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cutout, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
• Keep the cooker out of reach of children. Do not allow them to use the appliance without supervision.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or its service agent.
• The ducts in the pressure regulator allowing the escape of steam should be checked regularly to ensure that they are not blocked.
• This appliance is for household use only. Do not use outdoors.

Specifications

Product Diagram

Safety eye: Under certain cooking conditions, the float valve on the safety eye will be up when the cooker starts to work with pressure. When the safety valve is up, the lid cannot be opened unless the pressure in the cooker is released/exhausted.

Exhaust valve operation: To exhaust (to release pressure after cooking), the exhaust valve should be aligned with the steam symbol shown on the lid. During cooking, the steam valve should be closed by pushing the exhaust valve down and turning it slightly anti-clockwise until it locks in place.

Components:

• Handle cover
• Upper cover handle
• Float valve gasket ring
• Anti-block shield
• Inner pot
• Exterior pot
• Housing
• Handle
• Rice paddle shelf
• Control panel
• Base

Structural diagram of float valve:

• Float Value Up-cover cannot be opened
• Float Value Down-cover can be opened

Diagram of water case removal:

Note: Please fix the water case at the right position according to the "Illustration of water case fixing and removing" before the pressure cookers operate. To prevent odors, after every use, please remove the water case for cleaning.

Notice Prior to Use

Before first use, please take out all accessories from the cooker body and read the User Manual carefully. Special care must be taken to use directions and cautions to avoid any damage to property or human injury.

Operation Section

Indicators: "HEATING" indicator, "POWER" indicator

Controls: Timing knob, Menu Function Panel

Disassembly and installation of anti-block shield and gasket

Disassembly and Installation of Anti-block Shield

• Disassembly: Screw upward counterclockwise
• Assembly: Screw downward clockwise
• Instructions:
• 1. Prior to each use, inspect whether the gasket and anti-block shield are mounted to the upper cover.
• 2. After use, remove any foreign object from the gasket and anti-block shield. Keep clean to avoid odor.

Disassembly and Installation of Gasket

• Disassembly: Pull up
• Assembly: Press down
• Instructions:
• 3. Never pull the gasket, as pull deformation may affect sealing and pressure effect.
• 4. A damaged gasket should not be used, and should be sent to the service center for replacement.

Cooking Preparation

1. Open the cover correctly: Hold the cover handle firmly with a hand, rotate the cover to the opening position in the clockwise direction and lift the cover.
2. Check components: Check whether gasket, float valve and anti-block shield are clean. If stained, clean immediately. Check if the anti-block shield is loose; if so, tighten it. Mount the gasket component to the upper cover correctly.
3. Add food and water: Take out the inner pot and add food and water. Total amount shall not exceed the MAX level of the inner pot. Avoid cooking laminated or shattered foods that may clog the anti-block shield.
4. Put the inner pot in the pressure cooker: Ensure the outer surface of the inner pot and the inner surface of the cooker are clean. Rotate the inner pot lightly to ensure good contact with the heating plate.
5. Close the cover completely: Rotate the upper cover anti-clockwise to the locking position. Ensure it is rotated in place, otherwise, the cooker will not cook.
6. Switch on: After switch-on, a warning tone will sound, indicating the unit enters standby state.

Function Selection

General Functions

1. Finish cooking preparation according to Page 4.
2. Switch on: After switch-on, the "Power" indicator illuminates, showing the cooker is in working state.
3. Set pressure-holding time: The knob indicates pressure-holding time ranges for different foods. Adjust based on food, personal taste, and cooking requirements. Cooking work time = heating rise time + pressure-holding time. Cooking time varies with function level and food amount. Times listed are for reference (e.g., food amount + water = 8 scales).

Warm Tips:

• The cooker may sometimes make a "cluck" sound during operation, which is not a malfunction.
• For small amounts of food, the inner pot may be sucked up when the cover is opened. Shake the inner pot manually and remove the inner pot cover after it settles.

4. Keep Warm state: After cooking, the unit automatically enters "Keep Warm" state when the knob returns to "Pressure Time" and the "Keep Warm" lamp illuminates. Unplug the unit if continuous warming is not required.

Safe Cover Opening

Safety Eye: The pressure-visual valve lifts or drops based on pressure. Clean regularly to avoid blockage.

1. Disconnect the power or take off the power plug.
2. Exhaust method:
   • A. Quick opening method: Slide the exhaust valve to the exhaust position until the float valve falls (for non-fluid food). Place a wet towel on the cover to quicken cooling until the float valve falls.
   • B. General opening method: Allow the pressure cooker to cool naturally until the float valve falls.
3. Open the cover: Hold the cover handle firmly, turn the cover clockwise to the spacing edge, and pull up the cover. Do not open the cover until pressure is adequately released. Never pull out the exhaust valve while it is exhausting. For fluid foods, do not use the exhaust button immediately after cooking, as food may eject. Disconnect power, cool the unit, or use a wet towel to speed cooling until the float falls, then open the cover. For large quantities, do not exhaust immediately after cooking; allow some warm-keeping time before opening.

Cooking Examples

White Rice Setting

MIN - 1 cup | MAX – 10 cups

Use the same cup measure for both rice and water:

NOTE: The cooking table uses the cup provided for all measurements. For an accurate result, pour the rice first and fill with water until you reach the corresponding marking inside the cooking bowl.

TIP: To avoid any matting at the base of the rice, cut a circle in non-stick baking paper the same size as the rice cooker bowl and place at the bottom.

TIP: After cooking is over, wait for at least 10 minutes before opening the pressure cooker. It will give some time to the rice to absorb any excess moisture.

STIR FRY Setting

The Saute setting is ideal for browning meat and caramelising vegetables. This seals in the moisture, tenderises and intensifies the flavour. The STIR FRY setting is also handy if the liquid amount is excessive after pressure cooking. Just remove the lid and operate the Saute setting for approximately 10–15 minutes or until the liquid reduces by the desired amount.

1. Make sure that the power outlet is switched off and that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet before starting.
2. Remove the lid from the pressure express and leave off while using the "Saute" setting. Ensure the removable cooking bowl is correctly inserted into the stainless steel housing.
3. Plug the power cord into the power outlet and switch on. The green "POWER" light will illuminate.
4. Move the selection control dial to the "STIR FRY" setting.
5. Allow the pressure express a couple of minutes to preheat. Add oil (if applicable) into the removable cooking bowl.

NOTE: Do not place the lid on the Pressure Express when using the Saute function.

6. Place the food to be cooked (as per recipe being used) into the removable cooking bowl. Depending on the quantity of food, you may have to saute in batches.

NOTE: Use the heat resistant serving spoon or ladle to stir and serve the food.

7. Once all the ingredients have cooked to the required level of doneness, turn the dial back to the "OFF" Position. The orange "HEATING" light will extinguish and the green "POWER" light will illuminate.

HINT: Trim excess fat from meat or poultry before sauteing. Also, if a recipe calls for browning meat, it may be browned using the STIR FRY setting.

NOTE: "STIR FRY" will only operate with the lid removed. When the lid is locked into position, Saute on the control dial becomes the 30 minute timer mark for pressure cooking.

Care and Maintenance

Regular care or maintenance is essential in ensuring that this product is safe for use.

Safety Cautions

For safety, please observe the following caution signs displayed:

Meanings of icons displayed:

• Indicates "Prohibition": ? General Prohibition, ? Contact Forbidden, ? Disassembly Forbidden, ? Drenching Forbidden, ? Wet Hand forbidden
• Indicates "Compulsory" Content: ❗ Must Be Carried Out, ? Unplug

Ignoring these signs can/may cause injuries.

• Warning: Violation of warnings may cause personal death and serious injuries.
• Caution: Violation of cautions may cause injuries to persons and properties.

Cautions

Please use a 220-240V~50/60Hz socket

Fire or electric shock may occur if 220-240V AC-50/60Hz is not used.

A socket shall be used independently. Please use an individual socket with earthed wire of more than 13A rated current; Joint use of the same socket with other appliance may cause unusual heat and fire.

Using other cover during heating is strictly prohibited It is strictly prohibited to use non-brand cover during heating. May cause electric shock or other serious injury.

Stop the use of a damaged power cord The damaged power cord must be replaced with a special flexible cord or a special component bought from the manufacturer or service centre.

Do not insert foreign object Do not insert foreign objects such as metal scraps and needles into a gap. May cause electric shock or unusual action.

Keep away from children Place it away from children. This may cause burn or electric shock.

No modifications It is prohibited to modify or repair the unit by a non-technician, as this may cause fire or electric shock. Please send it to a designated service centre for repair or replacement of spare parts.

Do not wash or immerse it in water This may cause electric shock and short circuit.

Warning on cover lifting When the electric pressure cooker does not work, there is no pressure inside the pot and the float valve falls down; When the unit works, pressure inside is on the rise, and so is the float valve. Do not open the cover forcibly until pressure is completely discharged; Otherwise scalding or other injury may be caused.

Regular inspection Carry out regular inspection of the exhaust valve and anti-block shield to make sure that they are unobstructed; Do not add any heavy object to the exhaust valve or replace it with other object.

Cautions (Continued)

Do not insert and pull off the plug with wet hand May cause electric shock.

When not in use, remove plug from socket. May cause creepage, fire or malfunction.

Never touch the cover during operation When the unit is operating, the cover has a higher temperature, so never touch it with your hand; This may cause scalding.

Use only the special inner pot When there is foreign object between the inner pot bottom and heating plate, first remove the foreign object before using. May cause overheat or abnormal operation.

When moving the product, please hold the cooker handle To move the unit, never lift the cover handle directly to prevent the cover from falling down.

CAUTIONS

When removing the plug, be sure to pinch the plug handle When pulling out the plug, be sure to pinch the plug handle; Never pull the power cord as this may cause damage to the power cord and result in electric shock or short circuit.

During operation, never move your hand to the exhaust valve vent In cooking, never move your hand or face to the exhaust valve vent to avoid being scalded. During cooking, do not cover the exhaust valve vent with a rag.

Cooking amount shall not exceed MAX level Food to be cooked should not exceed the MAX level, otherwise the food may be half-cooked or failure may happen.

Do not place the inner pot on other appliance for heating To avoid deformation or failure of inner pot. Please use the supplied special inner pot.

Never use the product in following places Unstable place; Places near water or fire; Adjacent to walls and furniture; Places exposed to direct sunshine or oil splash.

Cleaning

1. After each use, give timely cleaning of the product.
2. Before cleaning, unplug the unit and carry out cleaning and maintenance after the product cools down completely.
3. Take out the cover and inner pot, wash them with a detergent, rinse with fresh water and then wipe them dry with a soft cloth.
4. Using clear water, clean the cover, including the gasket, exhaust valve, anti-block shield, exhaust valve core and float valve, and wipe it clean with a rag. After cleaning, install it on the cover correctly.
5. Clean the cooker body with a rag. Do not immerse the cooker in water or wash with splashing water.

Service Warranty

1. There is one year warranty with this North Star electric pressure cooker. (for household products only)
2. The starting date of the service warranty is based on the date of the invoice.
3. In any one of the following cases, the warranty will be invalidated:
   • Damage by unsuitable operation, storage and maintenance by the consumer;
   • Damage due to use of non-specified accessories by any person other than a service center authorized by this company.
   • Failure to produce an effective invoice.
   • Damage by force;
4. For product maintenance beyond the warranty scope, please check with the designated Customer Service Center.

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

Troubleshooting

The following unusual cases are not completely caused by mechanical failures. Please carry out a careful examination before sending the unit for repair.

Special Declaration

Addition: Any technical improvements shall be placed in the revised manual without notice; For any changes in appearance and color, those of the actual product shall prevail.