Tefal Electric Pressure Cooker

Safety Instructions

Please read all the following instructions carefully.

• Indoor use only.
• For cleaning, refer to specific instructions. Accessories are dishwasher safe, but the cooking bowl is best washed in hot soapy water to ensure durability. Do not immerse the appliance in water. Clean the body with a damp cloth.
• Improper use may damage the appliance and cause injury.
• Do not touch hot parts; the heating element surface retains residual heat after use.
• The product conforms to applicable standards (Low Voltage Directive, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Food Compliant Materials, Environment).
• 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 supervised or instructed by a responsible person. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid hazards. Do not use other power cords.
• This appliance is intended for domestic household use only and not for staff kitchen areas, farm houses, hotels, motels, or bed and breakfast environments.
• Children must not use this appliance. Keep it and its cord out of their reach.
• Appliances can be used by persons with reduced capabilities if supervised or instructed on safe use and hazards.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Do not fill the appliance beyond the MAX mark on the pot. For foods that expand (e.g., rice, dehydrated vegetables), do not fill more than half full. Reduce water volume to avoid boiling over.
• Follow recommendations for food and water volume to prevent boiling over, which can damage the appliance and cause injury.
• Before use, check that the float valve and pressure limit valve are clean.
• Do not place foreign objects in the pressure relief system or replace the valve.
• When opening the lid, hold it by the handle and align arms with carrying handles. Boiling water could be trapped and cause burns.
• Be careful of scalding steam when opening the lid; open it slightly first to allow steam to escape gently.
• Never force the appliance open; ensure internal pressure has returned to normal. Do not open when under pressure.
• Use only appropriate spare parts, especially for the sealing gasket, cooking pot, and metal lid.
• Do not damage the sealing gasket; have it replaced by an Approved Service Centre if damaged.
• The appliance includes its own heat source.
• Do not place the appliance in a heated oven, on a hot hob, near an open flame, or flammable objects.
• Do not heat the cooking pot with any other heat source than the appliance's heating plate, and do not use any other pot or use the cooking pot with other appliances.
• Do not move the appliance under pressure. Touch hot surfaces with caution, use carrying handles and oven mitts if necessary. Do not lift by the lid handle.
• Use the appliance only for its intended purpose. It is not a steriliser for jars.
• Incorrect use may cause steam burns. Ensure the appliance is properly closed before pressurizing.
• Do not use the appliance empty, without its pot, or without liquid inside the pot, as this can cause serious damage.
• After cooking meat with skin (e.g., ox tongue) that might swell, pierce the skin before cooking if it appears swollen to avoid burns.
• For thick-textured foods (chick peas, rhubarb, compotes), shake the appliance slightly before opening to prevent food or juices from spurting out.
• Do not fry food in oil; only browning is allowed.
• Be careful of burns from spattering when adding food/ingredients during browning.
• Keep face and hands away from heat and steam during cooking and steam release. Do not touch the lid during cooking.
• Do not place a cloth or anything between the lid and housing to leave the lid ajar, as this can damage the gasket.
• Do not touch safety devices except during cleaning and maintenance.
• Ensure the bottom of the cooking pot and heating element are always clean, and the central part of the heating plate is mobile.
• Do not fill the appliance without its cooking pot.
• Use a plastic or wooden spoon to avoid damaging the non-stick coating. Do not cut food directly in the pot.
• If significant steam is released from the lid rim, unplug the appliance immediately and check for cleanliness. Contact an Approved Service Centre if necessary.
• Do not carry the appliance by the removable pot handles; use the side handles on the housing. Wear oven mitts if hot. Ensure the lid is locked before transporting.
• If pressure is released continuously through the valve for over 1 minute during pressure cooking, send the appliance for repair.
• Do not use a damaged appliance; take it to an approved service centre.

Save these instructions carefully.

• Use only spare parts from an approved service centre.
• The warranty does not cover abnormal wear and tear of the cooking pot.
• Read instructions carefully before first use. Non-conforming use absolves the manufacturer from liability and voids the warranty.
• Before disposal, render the appliance inoperative by unplugging it and cutting the supply cord.

Environment protection first! Your appliance contains valuable materials that can be recovered or recycled. Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.

Product Components

Control Panel Overview

The control panel features a digital display and various function keys.

Digital Display: Shows cooking time, status, and error codes.

Function Keys:

• Keep Warm / Cancel
• Rice
• Oatmeal (Porridge)
• Baby food
• Pressure cook
• Bake
• DIY
• Reheat
• Slow Cook
• Simmer
• Brown
• Steam
• Stew / Soup
• Delayed Start
• Timer
• Menu
• Temperature

Adjustment Keys: Increase key, Reduce key.

Indicators: Type of food indicators (Vegetables, Fish, Meat), Pressure level indicators (Low, Medium, High).

Note: The appliance offers 20 features and 25 types of cooking. For Steam, Stew/Soup, and Simmer, you can select food types: vegetables, fish, or meat/bean.

Illustrations and Operation

Diagram 1 (Page 4): Shows the main components of the pressure cooker, labeled A through P, illustrating the sealing gasket, steam basket, trivet, cooking pot, heating element, carrying handle, control panel, base, safety valve, pressure limit valve, lid handle, lid, condensation collector, measuring cup, rice ladle, and power cord.

Diagram 2 (Page 4): Illustrates initial setup and operation steps:

• Figures 1-3: Show how to open the lid by taking hold of the handle, turning anti-clockwise, lifting, and pulling.
• Figure 4: Shows placing accessories (like the measuring cup) into the lid.
• Figure 5: Shows adding ingredients into the cooking pot.
• Figure 6: Displays a warning symbol indicating incorrect lid closure or operation.
• Figure 7: Shows steam being released from the appliance.
• Figure 8: Highlights the control panel.
• Figure 9: Shows the power cord connection.

Diagrams 10-26 (Page 5): Depict various operational steps and control panel interactions:

• Figures 10-15: Illustrate the selection of different cooking programs such as Rice, Oatmeal, Baby food, Pressure cook, Bake, DIY, Reheat, Slow Cook, Simmer, Brown, Steam, Stew/Soup.
• Figures 16-21: Show how to set the cooking time and temperature using the control panel keys.
• Figures 22-24: Demonstrate locking the lid and the steam release process.
• Figure 25: Shows plugging the power cord into the electrical outlet.
• Figure 26: Indicates the appliance operating with a timer countdown.

Diagrams 27-38 (Page 6): Detail cleaning procedures and component checks:

• Figures 27-29: Show the cleaning of the cooking pot and accessories.
• Figures 30-32: Illustrate the removal and cleaning of the float valve and pressure limit valve.
• Figures 33-34: Show the lid and the sealing gasket.
• Figure 35: Depicts the condensation collector.
• Figures 36-38: Show the removal of the float valve and checking the safety valve spring.

Before First Use

Remove packaging: Take the appliance out of its packaging. Keep your warranty card and read the operating instructions. Place the appliance on a flat surface and remove all internal packaging materials, including plastic bags, accessories (trivet, rice ladle, measuring cup, condensation collector), and the plug. Remove any promotional stickers.

Opening the lid: To open, hold the lid handle, turn anti-clockwise, lift, and pull the lid to the right.

Cleaning: Only accessories are dishwasher safe. Rinse the cooking pot, condensation collector, and trivet.

Using your appliance for the first time: Fully unwind the power cord, connect it to the appliance, and plug it into the mains.

Instructions for Use

1. Put the condensation collector into place.
2. Take the cooking pot out and add the ingredients: Remove the cooking pot and add ingredients. Ensure the food and liquid level does not exceed the max marking on the pot.
3. Place the cooking pot in the appliance: Ensure the bottom of the pot and the heating plate are clean and dry. Place the pot into the appliance. Do not use the appliance without the cooking pot.
4. Close and lock the lid: Check the sealing gasket is securely placed. Close the lid and turn it fully clockwise to lock.
5. Fit the pressure limit valve: Position the pressure limit valve, ensuring it is on and in the down position before starting pressure cooking. Note that the valve may feel slightly loose.

Functions and Working Modes

Switching on the appliance (standby mode): Connect to power. The system performs a self-check, indicated by a beep. The digital screen and indicator lights illuminate. After a moment, the screen displays "----", indicating standby mode.

Working mode: Each function has a default time and temperature, requiring a specific lid position.

Cooking Program Instructions

Rice, Oatmeal, Baby Food, Baking, Slow cooking, Reheat: Press the desired function key. The screen shows the default cooking time. Use +/- keys to set the desired time. Press Start/Stop. The appliance enters preheat mode (indicated by a rotating symbol). Once temperature is reached, it switches to counting down. It beeps at the end of cooking.

Stew/Soup, Steam, Simmer: Press the function key. The default time and food type indicator (veg, fish, meat) are displayed. You can change time using +/- keys. Press Menu to cycle through food types. Press Start/Stop. The appliance enters preheat mode. Once temperature is reached, it switches to cooking phase. It beeps at the end of cooking and enters Keep Warm mode.

Browning function: Add oil and ingredients. Press Browning key. Default temperature is shown; adjust with +/- keys. Set browning time with +/- keys. Press Start/Stop. The appliance enters preheat. Once temperature is reached, it switches to cooking phase. It beeps at the end of cooking. Note: Lid must remain open during browning. Do not use for more than 30 minutes to avoid overheating oil.

Pressure cooking function: Press the Pressure cook key. Pressure level (High, Medium, Low) is indicated. Adjust pressure level with +/- keys. Adjust cooking time with +/- keys. Press Start/Stop. The appliance enters preheat mode (display shows "[ ]"). It switches to cooking phase (indicated by a beep) and starts counting down. A double beep indicates operational pressure is achieved. It enters Keep Warm mode after cooking. Note: Lid must remain closed and locked during pressure cooking.

DIY Chef function: Allows selection of cooking time and temperature/pressure. Set DIY level (1-6) using +/- keys. For pressure cooking in DIY mode, the lid must be locked, sufficient liquid must be present, and levels 4 (Low), 5 (Medium), or 6 (High) must be chosen. Adjust cooking time with +/- keys. Press Start/Stop. The appliance enters preheat mode. Once temperature is reached, it switches to cooking phase and starts counting down. It beeps at the end of cooking.

Keep Warm: When cooking countdown reaches 0, the appliance automatically enters Keep Warm mode (except for DIY functions). The screen shows "00:00" and counts up. If activated during standby, it also counts up. This function cancels automatically after 24 consecutive hours. Keep the lid closed during Keep Warm.

Delayed start setting: Before starting cooking, press the Delayed Start/Timer key. Use +/- keys to set a delay time in 10-minute intervals (2-24 hours). The corresponding function indicator lights up. Not available for Browning and DIY functions.

Cancel/Stop setting: In preset, cooking, pressure cooking, or keeping warm modes, press and hold the Keep Warm/Cancel key for one second to cancel and return to standby. Pressing the power key for more than 2 seconds switches off the product.

Opening the lid after pressure cooking: After cooking, press the one-touch steam release button on the handle to release steam. To open the lid, take hold of the handle, turn clockwise, lift, and pull the lid to the right. Unplug the power cord. Be careful of hot steam.

General Information for Cooking Under Pressure

• Once pressure builds, the pressure limit valve rises, and the lid safety lock activates, preventing opening during cooking. Never attempt to open the lid during pressure cooking.
• Low, Medium, or High indicators show pressure status.
• Slight leaking from the pressure limit valve and sealing gasket may occur during the first few uses; this is normal.
• Traditional recipes can be adapted to the PRESSURE COOK setting: Low (delicate food), Medium (vegetables), High (meat, frozen food).
• A small amount of steam escaping during cooking is normal, as the valve is a safety feature.
• Always use a minimum of 10cl of water for pressure cooking.
• Cooking starts with a single beep; operational pressure is achieved after a double beep.

Safety Features

Safety When Opening: If the cooker is under pressure, the manometric rod is in the upper locking position, preventing the cover from opening. Never force it open or apply pressure to the rod. Ensure internal pressure has fallen (indicated by steam escaping from the safety valve) before attempting to open.

Two Overpressure Safety Features:

• First device: the safety valve releases pressure.
• Second device: the joint lets off steam at the back of the cover.

If an overpressure safety feature is triggered: Turn off the appliance, allow it to cool completely, then open it. Check and clean the safety valve, decompression ball, and gasket. If the appliance still leaks or is not operational, take it to an Authorised Service Centre.

Technical Specifications

• Series: EPC06
• Pressure Levels: Low pressure 20kPa (104.5°C) / Medium Pressure 38kPa (108.5°C) / High pressure 60kPa (112.5°C) / PS: 130 kPa
• Product capacity: 5.8L
• Useful capacity: 3.8L
• Heating: Built-in overmolded heating resistance

Cleaning and Maintenance

• After cooking, unplug the appliance and let it cool for at least 2 hours before cleaning. Clean after each use.
• Clean the housing and inside of the lid with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the appliance or pour water into it without the inner bowl.
• Clean the condensation collector thoroughly under water and replace it.
• Rinse the sealing gasket and dry it thoroughly before replacing.
• To clean the float valve, remove the lid, gently remove the valve, rinse under water, and dry thoroughly. Ensure the duct is clean before replacing.
• Press the internal part of the safety valve spring to check it is not clogged.
• Clean the cooking pot and accessories. Accessories are dishwasher safe. Do not use abrasive cleaners on the pot to protect the non-stick coating.
• Remove the pressure limit valve from the pipe, clean both valve and pipe with water, and ensure the pipe duct is clean before re-plugging the valve.
• Do not immerse the appliance. Always use the provided cooking pot. Do not pour water or food directly into the appliance.
• If water spills on the heating element (without the pot), do not use the appliance and take it for repair.
• Change the sealing gasket every 2 years (use gasket reference 22CM CYSB50YC8).

Troubleshooting