Pressure Cooker Clipso Clipso Vitamin Clipso Control User's manual Important safeguards · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Take the time to read all the instructions and refer to the "User's Guide". As with any cooking appliance, supervise cooking closely if using the pressure cooker with children nearby. Do not put your pressure cooker into the oven. When the pressure cooker is under pressure, take great care when moving it. Do not touch the hot surfaces. Use the handles on the pot to hold or carry the pressure cooker. Wear oven gloves if necessary. Never use the lid knob to carry your pressure cooker. Do not use your pressure cooker for any use other than that for which it is designed. Your pressure cooker cooks under pressure. Burns could result from boiling over if not used properly. Make sure that the pressure cooker is properly closed before bringing it up to pressure (see Opening Closing). Never force the pressure cooker open. Make sure that the pressure inside the pressure cooker has been fully released. Never use your pressure cooker without liquid: this could cause serious damage. Use compatible heat source(s). Do not fill your pressure cooker more than 2/3 full. For food that expands during cooking, such as rice, dehydrated vegetables or stewed fruit, do not fill the pressure cooker more than halfway up the pot. After cooking meat which has an outer layer of skin (such as ox tongue), which may swell due to the effects of pressure, do not pierce the skin after cooking if it appears swollen: you could get burnt. Pierce it before cooking. When cooking food with a thick texture (chick peas, rhubarb etc.) the pressure Cooker should be shaken slightly before opening to ensure that the food does not spurt out. Before each use, check the valves and the steam vent for clogging (see Cleaning and Maintenance). Do not use the pressure cooker to fry under pressure using oil. Leave the safety systems alone, except for cleaning and maintenance in accordance with instructions. In particular, never open the control panel. Replace the lid seal once a year. Use only the appropriate TEFAL spare parts for your model. Do not use your pressure cooker to store acidic or salty food before or after cooking. Alcohol vapours are flammable. Watch your appliance when preparing alcohol-based recipes. Keep these instructions Congratulations on the purchase of your new Clipso pressure cooker. Welcome to the world of Tefal cooking. Clipso Control Pressure Cooker Descriptive diagram Control panel Smart timer Air release system Clipso/Clipso Vitamin Pressure Cooker Descriptive diagram Control panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Characteristics Opening - Closing Filling Using the steam/Vitamin basket Using the programme selector First use Before cooking During cooking End of cooking Cleaning and maintenance Frequently asked questions 1 Clipso Control Descriptive diagram Timer Locking button Programme selector Lid knob Unlocking button Control module Jaws Stainless steel lid Module retaining nut Lid seal Vitamin basket* Integrated basket supports* Pot handles Stainless steel pot * except on 3L models and 25cm diameter 4.5L models 2 Clipso Control Control Panel Steam release outlet Programme selector Pressure indicator + air release system Timer 1 Safety valve seal Safety valve Control module fixing axis Operating valve seal Operating valve Steam release outlet Pressure indicator and air release system The control module has been designed to make the cleaning of your pressure cooker easier. s Once the control module and lid seal have been removed, the pot and the lid can go in the dishwasher. s The control module contains all the equipment, which allows your pressure cooker to work. As soon as it is secured onto the lid. You can use your pressure cooker normally. s Removing the control module s Turn the lid upside down. s Unscrew the retaining nut of the module, using a coin if necessary. To secure the control module on the lid s Whilst holding the module upside down, position the lid onto the module so that the parts of the module will fit into the holes of the lid. s Tighten the retaining nut, using a coin if necessary. s The control module will only fit on one way. 3 1 Clipso Control Smart timer Your pressure cooker is equipped with a timer, which automatically starts to count down the pre-programmed cooking time as soon as the correct temperature has been reached for the programme selected. Instructions for use s To turn the timer on, press either + or ­ button. To set the cooking time (maximum of 59 minutes) press the + or ­ button. s Hold down the button to move along more quickly. s The cooking time can only be set in full minutes (not minutes and seconds). ! When the cooking time is set, the OK indicator is displayed on the screen. s The timer starts as soon as the right pressure level and temperature is reached. A short series of beeps inform you when it starts. s Once countdown has started, you can now remover the timer from the pressure cooker. s The starting of the timer is not triggered by the release of steam via the steam release outlet: depending on the amount of food in the cooker and the heat source used, the timer may start before or after the steam release. s Don't forget to turn down the heat once there is a continual release of steam from the steam release outlet. ! 4 Clipso Control Smart timer You are able to increase or reduce the cooking time on the timer at any time, even during countdown, by simply pressing the + (to increase) or ­ (to reduce) button. s 1 When the cooking time is over, the timer informs you with continuous beeps. Press either + or ­ button only once to stop the beeping. The timer turns itself off automatically. s Note: your Clipso pressure cooker is designed to operate with or without the timer. ! To remove the timer: lift the timer carefully away from the module, making sure to hold it on both sides. s What to do if the following happens: s If the timer beeps regularly and if the screen shows --:--, then you should put the timer back onto the module. The OK sign should then appear on the screen. You have programmed the timer but then decide you don't wish to use it: the timer will turn itself off automatically after an hour, but you can switch it off yourself manually by pressing both the + and ­ buttons at the same time. s Use and care: s Do not put the timer in the dishwasher. s Do not put the timer in water. s Instead, use a clean cloth to clean the timer. s Do not use any cleaning liquids to clean the timer. 5 1 Clipso Control Smart timer Battery Replacement s The lifetime of the battery depends on timer usage frequency. However, you should replace the battery when you notice total or partial loss of display. Hg The timer battery is alkaline or manganese button type battery and contains mercury. In order to contribute to environmental protection, dispose of worn batteries at a specialised collection centre. The battery complies with European regulation. s You can have the timer battery ref LR 54 replaced by an authorised service dealer. s To remove the battery from your timer, unlock the cover of the battery chamber as shown on the diagram opposite (use a coin if necessary). s You can get another timer from any TEFAL Approved Service Centre. s 6 Clipso Control Air release system A unique system, patented by TEFAL which allows you to: s s 1 Optimise vitamin preservation in food. Steam cook faster than with a regular pressure cooker. How does it work? The pressure cooker heats up. As soon as the locking indicator pin has risen, the air release system begins. s Air and steam release can be heard from the centre of the pressure indicator. This allows the air to be released from inside the pressure cooker. Release time varies from a few seconds to a few minutes, according to the recipe. At the end of this phase, the system closes off and allows the temperature inside the pressure cooker to rise fast. Both pressure and temperature rise in the cooker at the same time. s When steam release begins from the steam release outlet, this means that your pressure cooker has reached its functioning pressure level and cooking has started. s s Once this happens, reduce the heat on the hob. 7 2 Clipso/Clipso Vitamin Descriptive Diagram Locking button Lid knob Programme selector Control module Unlocking button Jaws Stainless steel lid Module retaining nut Lid seal Vitamin basket* (for Clipso Vitamin & Clipso Control models) Steam basket* (for Clipso model) Integrated basket supports* Pot handles Stainless steel pot * except on 3L models and 25cm diameter 4.5L models 8 Clipso/Clipso Vitamin Control panel Steam release outlet Pressure indicator + air release system* Programme selector 2 Safety valve seal Safety valve Control module fixing axis Operating valve Steam release outlet Operating valve seal Pressure indicator + air release system* The control module has been designed to make the cleaning of your pressure cooker easier. s Once the control module and lid seal have been removed, the pot and the lid can go in the dishwasher. s The control module contains all the equipment, which allows your pressure cooker to work. As soon as it is secured onto the lid you can use your pressure cooker normally. s Removing the control module s Turn the lid upside down. s Unscrew the retaining nut of the module, using a coin if necessary. To secure the control module on the lid s Whilst holding the module upside down, position the lid onto the module so that the parts of the module will fit into the holes of the lid. s Tighten the retaining nut, using a coin if necessary. s The control module will only fit on one way. *only on Clipso Vitamin & Clipso Control 9 Characteristics Pressure cooker base diameter Capacity Interior Diameter Base Diameter Clipso Control 4150 4151 4152 4153 4154 4155 4156 4157 Model Clipso Vitamin 4164 4165 4166 4167 4168 4169 Clipso 4140 4141 4142 4143 4144 4145 4146 4147 3 3L 4,5 L 6L 7L 4,5 L 6L 8L 10 L 22 cm 22 cm 22 cm 22 cm 25 cm 25 cm 25 cm 25 cm 18 cm 18 cm 18 cm 18 cm 20 cm 20 cm 20 cm 20 cm Clipso and Clipso Vitamin: maximum operating pressure: 85kPa/12.3 PSI. Clipso Control: maximum operating pressure: 90kPa/13.1 PSI. Clipso, Clipso Vitamin & Clipso Control: maximum safety pressure: 160kPa/23.2 PSI. Compatible heat sources GAS SEALED SOLID CERAMIC HALOGEN INDUCTION ELECTRIC s s Stainless steel models are suitable for all hob types. On an electric stove, use a hot plate of diameter of equal or lower than that of the base of the pressure cooker. s On ceramic and halogen hobs, make sure the base of the pot is clean and dry. Never slide the pressure cooker across the hob. Always lift it up and place it down otherwise it could scratch or mark the hob. s On a gas stove, the flame should not lick out from around the base of the pressure cooker. ! Never heat the pot when it is empty. TEFAL Accessories Vitamin basket ø 22 cm 4,5 - 6 - 7 L ø 25 cm 6 - 8 - 10 L Steam basket ø 22 cm 4,5 - 6 - 7 L ø 25 cm 6 - 8 - 10 L Lid seal pot ø 22 cm pot ø 25 cm s For replacing accessories or for repairs, call our HELPLINE: 0845 602 1454 ­ UK (01) 677 4176 ­ Ireland Or consult our website: www.tefal.co.uk s Use only TEFAL original parts suitable for your model. 10 ref. 980408 ref. 980411 ref. 980427 ref. 980430 ref. 792350 ref. 792237 Opening Whenever opening and closing the lid, the control module must always be fixed onto the lid. To open: press the unlocking button on the side of the lid knob; the jaws will release. s ! s Lift the lid off. 4 Closing Place the lid over the pressure cooker, ensuring that it is sitting correctly on the pot. s Press down on the locking button. It is normal for the lid to be able to twist round whilst it is locked. s s If you are having trouble closing the pressure cooker: Check that the jaws are open (use the unlocking button on the side of the lid knob) before placing the lid on the pressure cooker. s 11 Minimum fill levels To cook directly in the pot s Always ensure you have a minimum quantity of 250 ml (2 glasses) of liquid in the pot. mini To steam cook s Pour 750 ml of water into the pot. s Place the steam/vitamin basket on the integrated basket supports (designed for steaming). Food placed in the steam/vitamin basket must not touch the inside of the pressure cooker lid when closed. ! 5 mini 75 cl Maximum fill levels 2 3 Never fill your pressure cooker more than 2/3 full. s 1 2 Type of food s For food that expands during cooking, such as rice, dehydrated vegetables or stewed fruits, do not fill the pressure cooker with contents more than half the height of the pot. If your pressure cooker has been heated without any liquid in it: Have it checked at any TEFAL Approved Service Centre. s 12 Using the Steam/Vitamin basket Food placed in the steam/vitamin basket must not touch the ...