Gourmia GPC 600 Electric Pressure Cooker User Manual

Gourmia GPC 600 Electric Pressure Cooker

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Type: Pressure Cooker
• Intended Use: Household use only
• Power Source: Electric
• Maximum Capacity: 2/3 full

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions

1. This product is for household use only. Do not use outdoors.

2. Do not use the pressure cooker for other than intended use.

3. Do not place the unit on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

4. Do not operate the unit near water or fire. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

5. Do not operate the unit on an unstable surface. Never operate
   the unit on or near flammable materials, such as newspapers or paper plates.

6. Close supervision is necessary when the pressure cooker is used by or near children.

7. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.

8. Be sure that handles are assembled and fastened properly before each use. Cracked, broken, or charred handles should be replaced.

9. In the event of a damaged cord, plug, or product malfunction, refrain from use and return the device to the nearest service center for examination or repair.

10. Never use unauthorized accessories or replacement parts, since they may cause electrical shock or burn injuries.

11. Never place the cord on or near a hot surface or flammable sources and adequately check for proper wire placement to avoid trip and fall accidents.

12. Caution: to reduce the risk of electrical shock, cook only in the provided removable container (cooking pot).

13. Prior to each use, check the anti-block shield, float valve, and exhaust valve for obstruction. Wipe the heating plate and the inner pot’s surface and be sure the exhaust valve is in the correct location. Be sure to check the pressure release devices for clogging incidences prior to each use and refrain from covering pressure valves.

Cooking Preparation

• 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, sputter, and clog the pressure release device (steam vents). These foods should only be cooked in a pressure cooker with caution with the inner pot never more than 1/2 full and using natural release.
• Never fill the unit over MAX level (2/3 full). When cooking foods that expand during cooking, such as rice or dried vegetables, do not fill the unit above the halfway point. Overfilling may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe and developing excess pressure.
• This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injury. Be sure the unit is properly closed before operating.
• Never deep fry or pressure fry in the unit with oil. It is dangerous and may cause a fire or serious damage.

Operating Instructions

1. Do not move this product or force to remove the lid when the unit is in operation.
2. Extreme caution must be used when moving the unit containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
3. To avoid scalding, never place your hands or face over the exhaust/float valves during use.
4. After cooking, use extreme caution when removing the lid.
   Always open the lid away from you to avoid skin contact with any heat or steam. Serious burns can result from steam inside the unit.

FAQ

Q: Can I use this product outdoors?

A: No, this product is designed for household use only and should not be used outdoors.

Q: Can I use unauthorized accessories or replacement parts?

A: No, using unauthorized accessories or replacement parts may cause electrical shock or burn injuries. Always use genuine parts provided by the manufacturer.

Q: Can I deep fry or pressure fry in this unit with oil?

A: No, it is dangerous and may cause a fire or serious damage.
Do not attempt to deep fry or pressure fry in this product.

Model: GPC 600

(Pictures are for reference only, actual product may differ from pictures shown.)

Thank you for purchasing our pressure cooker. Please read and understand the instruction manual before using and keep it safely for your future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed.

1. This product is for household use only. Do not use outdoors.
2. Do not use pressure cooker for other than intended use.
3. Do not place the unit on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
4. Do not operate the unit near water or fire. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
5. Do not operate the unit on an unstable surface. Never operate the unit on or near flammable materials, such as newspapers or paper plates.
6. Close supervision is necessary when the pressure cooker is used by or near children.
7. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
8. Be sure that handles are assembled and fastened properly before each use. Cracked, broken or charred handles should be replaced.
9. In the event of a damaged cord, plug, or product malfunction, refrain from use and return the device to the nearest service center for examination or repair.
10. Never use unauthorized accessories or replacement parts, since they may cause electrical? shock or burn injuries.
11. Never place the cord on or near hot surface or flammable sources and adequately check for proper wire placement to avoid trip and fall accidents.
12. Caution: to reduce the risk of electrical shock, cook only in the provided removable container (cooking pot).
13.  Prior to each use: check the anti block shield, float valve, and exhaust valve for obstruction. Wipe the heating plate and the inner pot?s surface and be sure the exhaust valve is in the correct location. Be sure to check the pressur release devices for clogging incidences prior to each use and refrain from covering pressure valves.
14. Be aware that certain food, such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, or spaghetti can foam, froth, sputter , and clog the pressure release device. (steam vents). These foods should only be cooked in a pressure cooker with caution with the inner pot never more than 1/2 full and using natural release.
15. Never fill the unit over MAX level (2/3 full). When cooking foods that expand during cooking, such as rice or dried vegetables, do not fill the unit above the halfway point. Overfilling may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe and developing excess pressure. Please see “Cooking Preparation”.
16. This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injury. Be sure unit is properly closed before operating. Please see “Cooking Preparation”.
17. Never deep fry or pressure fry in the unit with oil. It is dangerous and may cause a fire or serious damage.
18. Do not move this product or force to remove the lid when the unit is in operation.
19. Extreme caution must be used when moving the unit containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
20. To avoid scalding, never place your hands or face over the exhuast/ float valves during use.
21. After cooking, use extreme caution when removing the lid. Always open the lid away from you to avoid skin contact with any heat or steam. Serious burns can result from stream inside the unit.
22. When opening the lid after cooking, do not touch the inner pot.
23. Do not open the pressure cooker until the unit has cooled and all internal pressure has been released. If the handles are difficult to push apart, this indicates that the cooker is still pressurized-do not force it open. Any pressure in the cooker can be hazardous. Please see “Cooking Preparation”.
24. To disconnect, turn the control setting off and remove from the wall outlet.
25. Always unplug from outlet when not in use, before removing parts and cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
26.  A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement and tripping. An extension cord may be used if care is exercised in its use. If an extension cord is used, the electrical rating of the cord must be at least 20 amps and 120 volts. The extension cord must be arranged so that it will not drape over edge of table or counter where it can be pulled by children or tripped over accidentally. This appliance has a fitted plug. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
    SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
    This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

Specifications

Product Diagram

Notice Prior to Use

Manual instructions should always be read and implemented prior to product use.
Manufacturer/ importer advisory board are not reliable for inadequate use due to instruction manual negligence or failure to follow direction.

Operation Section

Disassembly and installation of anti-block shield and gasket

Cooking Preparation

1. Open the cover correctly
   Hold the cover handle in a counter clockwise rotation of approximately 30′ until the cover marking “▼” aligns with the outer casing’s ‘open’ marking. Then lift the cover.

2. Check whether parts on the cover are mounted properly
   Check the float valve and exhaust valve for obstruction, and confirm whether such parts as gasket and anti-block shield are installed properly.

3. Remove the stainless steel inner pot, proceed with placing food and water within.
   Total amount of food and water shall not exceed the MAX level of inner pot height.

4. Put the inner pot in the electric pressure cooker
   Before insertion, remove any foreign objects or water droplets from the inner pot surfaces. After insertion, rotate the inner pot slightly to ensure adequate contact between the inner pot and heating plate.

5. Close the cover completely
   Hold the cover handle in a clockwise rotation of approximately 30s until the cover marking “▼” aligns with the outer casings close marker.

6. Proper positioning of the exhaust valve

   • Align the exhaust valve handle with the sealing icon to maintain airtight cooking conditions.
   • When exhaust specs are required, align the exhaust valve’s small handle with the icon until an indication shows that the cooker is in the exhaust position.
   • When in sealing zone, inspect whether the float valve has fallen, as it does prior to heating.

Function Selection

General Functions

1. Finish cooking preparation according to Page 5

2. Switch on
   The nixie tube flashes and displays a red horizontal line “—”, indicating that the electric pressure cooker has entered preparation state.

3. Select a required function level

   • Once a function key is pressed, the indicator of a corresponding function level will illuminate (red);
   • The rice congee function and cake function are only applicable to products with such function.
   • Cooking time varies with different function level. The bigger the food amount, the longer the cooking time. The cooking times listed in the table below are only for reference (e.g. food amount + water = 8 scales): Cooking time = heating time + holdup time
     Function key| Rice| Soup| Yogurt| Meat/Poultry| Bean/tendons| Multigrain
     ---|---|---|---|---|---|---
     Cooking time (min)| About 35| About 55| About 360| About 40| About 45| About 45

4. Select a function and within 10 seconds the cooker will perform the function corresponding to the selection
   Within 10s, you can re-select preset time and function level, and finally confirm that the electric pressure cooker will start work in 10s after selection.
   The red horizontal line “—” on the display screen is bright, indicating that the electric pressure cooker has entered working state.
   During the operation, you can cancel current working state and return to standby state by pressing the “Keep Warm/Cancel” key.

5. After cooking, enter the warm-keep state automatically
   After cooking, a corresponding function indicator goes out, the warm indicator illuminates , the display screen shows “0.0”, and gives out the prompt sound (10 beeps), with the electric pressure cooker going into warm state.
   In standby mode, press the “Keep Warm/Cancel” key, the warm indicator illuminates , and gives out the prompt sound (1 beep), indicating that the electric pressure cooker goes into warm state

Warm Tips

• During any operational mode, press “keep warm/ cancel” to return to standby mode.
• A “cluck” sound during use is not indicative of a malfunction.
• When cooking low amounts of food, removing the cover may result in suction of the inner pot. Manually shift the inner casing to remove it

Safe Cover Opening

1. Disconnects the power or take off the power plug.

2. Exhaust method

3. A. Quick opening method Slide the exhaust valve to the exhaust position until the float valve falls. (for non-fluid food) Allow the pressure cooker to cool naturally until the float valve falls. (for non-fluid food)

4. B. General opening method
   Have the pressure cooker to cool naturally, until the float valve falls.

5. 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 inside the pot is released adequately .
   • Never pull out the exhaust valve when it is exhausting.
   • For fluid foods (porridge and sticky liquid), do not slide the exhaust valve for exhaust when cooking is just finished, and otherwise the food will eject from the exhaust valve core. Be sure to disconnect the power supply, have the unit cool naturally or put a wet towel around the cover to speed up cooling until the float falls, and finally open the cover.
   • When large quantity food cooked, do not exhaust immediately after cooking. It is recommended to open the cover and consume food once it is been in keep warm mode for some time.

Cooking Examples

Adjust Selection

1. Finish cooking preparation according to Page 5

2. Select a corresponding function level

   • When any function key is pressed after preparation, a corresponding function indicator illuminates, and the pressure cooker will perform the cooking procedure of the corresponding function level. Adjust default is “Normal” level.
   • Once a function level is selected, you can also select another function level within 10s, and the pressure cooker will perform the cooking procedure of the finally selected function level.
   • If selection of another function is impossible after the pressure cooker enters working state, you can cancel the operation by pressing the “Keep Warm/Cancel” key for selection.

3. Select adjust by pressing “Adjust” key
   After the “Adjust” key is pressed continuously, the screen displays Fragrant, Standard and Full cyclically. when one Adjust is selected, corresponding text appears on the screen.“soup” “Congee” “Meat/Chicken” “Bean/Tendons” have Adjust function.

4. After cooking, the unit will automatically revert to its keep warm state.
   After cooking, the warm indicator illuminates and the unit will go into warm- keeping state. Prolonged warm-keeping is not recommended.

Timer Function

1. Finish cooking preparation according to Page 5

2. Select a corresponding function level
   When any function key is pressed after preparation, a corresponding function indicator illuminates; you can also select another function level within 10s. (To cancel the operation, press the “Keep Warm Cancel” key)

3. Press “Timer” key to Set end time of cooking

   • This product is equipped with 24 hour default function, to be operated as indicated. Within 10s after function selection, press the “Timer” key to set a cooking end time. Once the key is pressed, the screen displays “Timer End Time 2.0 ”, To press the “+” or “-” key to adjust the appointed time.
   • Timer time shall not be more than 24h, if so, it will return to “2” .
   • After completion of seting, the time displayed on the screen means working end time of pressure cooker. (to cancel the operation, press the “Keep Warm Cancel” key)

4. After cooking, the unit enters the warm state automatically
   After preset cooking time is complete, the warm indicator will illuminate and enter a keep warm state. Prolonged keep warm status is not recommended.

Cooking Examples

Steam Function

(This function shall be read selectively on the basis of actual model and configuration of products) Steam function time may vary with food selections, you can choose the duration of pressure induced time at your discretion.

When cooking a food not current function level or a food cooked with current function level failing to meet your Adjust requirement, you can utilize the cooking/braising time function, to achieve optimal cooking effect.
Less time is consumed for certain foods, as opposed to others. Example: you need about 3 min to cook fish, but about 20min to cook beans and tendons.

1. Finish cooking preparation according to page 5
2. By pressing the “Steam” key, select cooking time.
   After the “Steam” is pressed, the “Steam” indicator illuminates, with the cooking time to be previously set time (for first time, use default 30min) by pressing “+” and “-“, adjust the cooking time between “0” and “60” min.
   You can select the pressure holding time according to personal taste, food and cooking experience.
   When cooking or braising food, water added shall not be less than 2 cups of water, the table belown shows approximate time required for food cooking after 2 cups water is added (time in this table is for reference only). You can select pressure holding time according to personal tastes, and cooking experience.
   The set time means pressure holding time, I. e. the time shown on the screen during time setting
   Total time means the time from work start to uncovering.Function| Steamed bun| Egg/Fish| Corn| Meat/Chop| Small pg/

tendons

| Large pig

tendons

---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Waleradded(cup)| 2| 2| 2| 2| 2| 2
Set time(min)| 0| 3| 5| 15| 10| 20
Total timelmin)| 20| 30| 30| 40| 40| 45

10s after selection, prompt music gives out, the screen shows pressure holding time, and the pressure cooker performs the cooking and braising function.(to cancel the operation press the “Keep Warm/Cancel” key)

3. After cooking, you can open the cover to enjoy the food.
   After prompt music gives out, the “Steam” indicator gives out, the warm indicator illuminates, with the unit going into warm state; at this moment, you can open the cover to enjoy the tasty food.

Cooking Examples

Cooking Rice

Tip: method of rice storage

• Store it in a cool and dry place;
• Pay attention to shelf life of rice;
• Odor may occur if rice is retained for a long time;
• Do not buy too much rice at one time.

1. Measure the rice portion with a measuring cup and clean it One measuring cup of rice is about 150g, a portion served for one person;
   It is recommended not to wash rice in the inner pot; Correct methods of using the measuring cup:

2. Add water to corresponding water level

   • Put the cleaned rice into the interior pot and fill it with water to a corresponding water level;
   • The scale line inside the inner pot means the one for cooking reference water level; Example: to cook 2 cups of rice, add water to the scale line “2”;
   • Water quantity can vary with rice category and hardness of rice, but never have water to exceed the MAX level inside the inner pot.

3. Replace the wiped inner pot to the cooker body
   After putting in, rotate the inner pot lightly from left to right to ensure full contact between inner pot and heating plate.

4. According to Page 5, put the cover in place and switch on

5. Press the “Rice” key
   At the moment, the “Rice” function indicator illuminates, with other function indicators going out.
   The electric pressure cooker begins cooking within 10s after selection.

6. After cooking, the unit enters warm state automatically
   Cooking time is around 35min, but the time may
   slightly vary with rice amount or rice quality;

7. Open the cover according to “Safe Cover Opening” on Page 5
   After cooking, the rice is recommended to be served after 1-3 min warm-keep, but long time warm-keep is not recommended to avoid influence on rice quality.

Keep Warm Function

After cooking, the electric pressure cooker goes into the warm state automatically; in the warm state, the warm indicator is bright, and “OH” is shown on the display screen;

• You can also in standby perform the warm function by pressing the “Keep Warm/Cancel” key;
• The warm-keep temperature is 60-80°C;
• Optimal warm-keep time is less than 8 hours.

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:

Meaninas of icons disnlaved.

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

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 c loth.
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.

Circuit Diagram

Troubleshooting

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

Difficult to close the cover

| Gasket not positioned well| Locate the gasket well
Push rod jammed by float valve| Push the push rod lightly with a hand
 |

Difficult to open the cover

| Float valve fails to fall after steam

release

| Press the float valve lightly with chopsticks
Pressure exists inside the cooker| Open the cover after the pressure

lowers down

 |

Leakage from cover

| No gasket| Put the gasket according to the requirement
Food remnants attached to gasket| Clean the gasket ring
Gasket worn| Replace the gasket ring
Cover not closed firmly| Close the cover again
 |

Leakage from float valve

| Food remnants attached to float valve gasket ring| Clean the float valve gasket
Float valve gasket ring worn| Replace the float valve gasket
 |

Float valve unable to rise

| Too little food and water inside pot| Put food and water according to the rule
Little leakage from cover or exhaust valve| Send it to the service agency for inspection
 |

Exhaustion from exhaust valve does not stop

| Exhaust valve not in sealing position| Slide the exhaust valve to the sealing position
Pressure control fails| Send it to the service agency for maintenance
 | Lamp not bright after power on| Bad contact with socket| Please inspect the socket
 |

All lamps flash

| C1 appears on nixie tube|

Sensor fails

|

Send it to the service agency for inspection

C2 appears on nixie tube

C5 appears on nixie tube

| Temperature is too high because there is no water inside the inner pot| Add water as required
Temperature is too high because inner pot is not placed| Put the inner pot properly
C6 appears on nixie tube| Pressure switch fails| Send it to the service agency for inspection
 |

Rice half cooked/too hard

| Too little water added| Add more water
Cover closed prematurely| After the time is up, release steam

and open the cover in 5 minutes

 | Rice too soft| Too much water added| Reduce water level

Special Declaration
Addition: Additional product specs may be outlined in revised manual detailing, with actual product specs remaining valid unless otherwise directed.

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