DEFY PC 600 S Electric Pressure Cooker Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- DEFY
Table of Contents
PC 600 S Electric Pressure Cooker
PC 600 S
ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER
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Small appliance
Instruction manual
Contents
Controls and parts
3
Safety and set-up
4
Before use
10
Quick start guide
11
Cooking preparation
13
Function selection
14
Cooking examples
18
Care and maintenance
20
Troubleshooting
21
Branches
22
Warranty
23
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Read this manual before operation of the appliance!
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Defy appliance!
Please read this manual carefully before using your appliance for the first
time and then store it within easy reach for future reference. We trust you
will enjoy years of trouble free use.
The user manual: x This manual will provide you with information on how to
safely operate and care for your
appliance in order that you gain the maximum benefit from it. x Pay particular
attention to any safety instructions.
Controls and parts
Structural diagram of float valve
Warming: 1. Before each use, be sure to inspect the float valve anti-block
shield and mounting gasket. 2. Before placing the inner pot into the outer
pot, be sure to remove any debris and water from the outside of the inner pot
and inside of the outer pot. 3. When moving the product, please lift by the
cooker handle. 4. If the outer casing has collected water then wipe with a
soft dry cloth.
Method of using the scoop holder
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1 Safety and set-up
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly prior to using this appliance!
Follow all safety instructions in order to avoid damages due to improper use!
Keep the instruction manual for future reference. Should this appliance be
given to a third party, then this instruction manual must also be handed over.
x NEVER use this product
for purposes other than those specified. x This appliance is intended for
household use only. x Never use the appliance in or near to combustible,
inflammable places and materials. x Check if the mains voltage on the rating
label corresponds to your local mains supply. The only way to disconnect the
appliance from the mains is to pull out the plug. x Use a 220V-50Hz socket.
Fire or electric shock may occur if 220V AC- 50Hz is not used. x Please use an
individual socket with earthed wire of more than 10A rated current;
x Joint use of the same socket with another appliance may cause unusual heat
and fire.
x Do not immerse the appliance, power cord or power plug in water or in other
liquids.
x Disconnect the power plug after using the appliance, before cleaning the
appliance, before leaving the room or if a fault occurs.
x Do not disconnect the plug by pulling on the cord.
x Prevent damage to the power cord by not squeezing, bending or rubbing it on
sharp edges. Keep the cord away from hot surfaces and open flames.
x Do not use an extension cord with the appliance.
x NEVER use the appliance if the power cord or the appliance is damaged.
x Do not place the unit on an unstable location. Never use it on newspaper,
foam or any object that may easily block the vent hole at the bottom.
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x 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. Keep it in a place out of the
reach by children.
x If a spare part such as wire or plug is damaged or the product fails, stop
the operation instantly and send it to the service centre for inspection and
repair. Repair by the user is not allowed.
x Never make unauthorized replacement of any spare part inside the pressure
cooker, as this may cause electric shock, fire or injury.
x Before use each time, be sure to check the antiblock 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.
x Avoid cooking such foods as oat meal in the pot, as they may easily clog the
anti-block shield.
x When cooking dry foods, first soak the dry food for a period of time.
x The maximum cooking amount shall not exceed the MAX level inside the inner
pot.
x In operation, never move this product and never prohibit compulsory opening.
x NEVER have your hands or face near to the exhaust valve or float valve
during operation to avoid scalding.
x NEVER touch the cover with hands during operation to avoid scalding.
x After cooking, do not uncover the cooker until you confirm that there is no
pressure inside.
x When opening the cover after cooking, do not touch the inner pot and cover
inside with hands directly to avoid scalding.
x CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the
thermal cut out, 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.
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x The ducts in the pressure regulator allowing the escape of steam should be
checked regularly to ensure that they are not blocked. The container must not
be opened until the pressure has decreased sufficiently. Refer to page 13 for
correct opening procedure.
x 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
the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
x Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
x Always keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
x Do not leave the appliance unattended as long as it is in use. Extreme
caution is advised when the appliance is being used near children and people
with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities.
x Before using the appliance for the first time, clean all parts which come
into contact with water carefully. Please see full details in the “Care and
maintenance” section.
x Dry the appliance before connecting it to mains supply.
x Never operate or place any part of this appliance on or near hot surfaces
such as gas burner, electric burner or heated oven.
x Operate the appliance with delivered parts only.
x Do not use the appliance with damp or wet hands.
x Do not touch plug with wet hands. This may cause burn or electric shock.
x Always use the appliance on a stable, flat, clean and dry surface.
x Make sure that there is no danger that the power cord could be accidentally
pulled or that someone could trip over it when the appliance is in use.
x Position the appliance in such a way that the plug is always accessible.
x Do not stick any foreign objects on the appliance.
x Do not use the appliance outdoors or in the bathroom.
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x Do not touch hot surfaces. x Extreme caution must be
Use handles or knobs. Use used when moving an
pot holders when removing appliance containing hot
lid or handling hot
liquids.
containers.
x Any servicing should be
x To protect against
performed by an
electrical hazards, do not authorized service agent.
immerse cord, plugs, or x Do not wrap the power
the Base in water or other cord around the appliance.
liquid.
x Do not dismantle the
x Unplug from outlet when
appliance under any
not in use or before putting circumstances. No
on or taking off parts. Allow warranty claims are
unit to cool before
accepted for damage
cleaning.
caused by improper
x Do not operate any
handling.
appliance with a damaged x It is strictly prohibited to
cord or plug or after the
use a non-brand cover
appliance malfunctions, or during heating. May cause
is dropped or damaged in electric shock or other
any manner. Return the
serious injury.
appliance to the
x Our Household Appliances
manufacturer, for
meet applicable safety
examination repair or
standards, thus if the
adjustment. See Warranty appliance or power cord is
section.
damaged, it must be
x The use of accessories or repaired or replaced by a
attachments, not
service centre to avoid any
recommended or sold by dangers. Faulty or
the manufacture, may
unqualified repair work
cause fire, electric shock may cause danger and
or injury.
risks to the user.
x Do not let cord hang over x Do not insert foreign
edge of table or counter, or objects such as metal
touch hot surfaces.
scraps and needles into a
x Do not place appliance
gap. May cause electric
base on or near a hot gas shock or unusual action.
or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
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x It is prohibited to modify or repair the unit by an unqualified technician
as this may cause fire or electric shock. Please send it to a designated
service agent for repair or replacement of spare parts.
x If the electric pressure cooker does not work, or 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 the pressure is completely discharged; Otherwise scalding or
other injury may result.
x Do not wash or immerse it in water as this may cause electric shock and
short circuit.
x Carry out regular inspection of the exhaust valve and anti-block shield to
make sure that they are unobstructed.
x Do not add any heavy object to the exhaust valve or replace it with other
object.
x When the unit is operating, the cover has a higher temperature, so never touch it with your hand; This may cause scalding.
The manufacturer strives for continuous improvement. For this reason, the text
and illustrations in this manual are subject to change without notice. If the
appliance is damaged in any way do not use it. Report the damage to your
dealer who will take the necessary corrective action.
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x When there is foreign object between the inner pot bottom and heating plate,
first remove the foreign object before using. May cause overheating or
abnormal operation.
x When moving the product, please hold the cooker handle.
x To move the unit, never lift the cover handle directly to prevent the cover
from falling down.
x In cooking, never move your hand or face to the exhaust valve vent to avoid
scald. In cooking, do not cover the exhaust valve vent with a rag.
x Food to be cooked should not exceed the MAX level, and otherwise the food
may be half-cooked or failure may happen.
x Do not place the inner pot on other appliance for heating.
x To avoid deformation or failure of the inner pot. Please use the supplied
special inner pot.
x Never use the product in the following places:
x Unstable surfaces; x Places near water or fire; x Adjacent to walls and
furniture; x Places exposed to direct
sunshine or oil splash.
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2 Before use
Preparation Before first use, please take out all accessories from the cooker
body and read the User`s manual carefully, special care must be given to
follow directions and cautions to avoid any damage to property or human
injury.
Selecting own cooking time The function to select length of maintenance
pressure time according to personal preference. Press pressure level function
to adjust the time By pressing “+” “-” key.
Steam function This function is to braise foods and stew foods and to regulate
the pressure holding times. According to personal cooking preference, adjust
the pressure-holding time by pressing “+””-” key.
Timer function/Delayed start function Set the end of cooking time by pressing
“+””” key.
Auto cook function Auto cook function
Auto cook function Auto cook function
Auto cook function
Auto cook function
Disassembly and installation of anti block shield and gasket
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.
3. Never pull the gasket, as pull deformation may affect sealing and pressure
effect.
4. A damaged gasket should not be used ,and shall be sent to the service
centre for replacement.
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Quick start guide
A: SELECTING AUTO-COOK FUNCTION:
1. Connect power cable to wall socket. 2. Once power cable is connected to
Pressure cooker POWER IS ON. 3. Insert inner pot.
9. Unit will display – – –
4. Add ingredients as per requirements. 5. Close LID.
6. Ensure EXHAUST VALVE is in correct setting.
10. Pressure will start building up for approximately 10 15 minutes.
11. Once pressure has built up the COOKING TIME (AUTOMATICALLY PREPROGRAMMED)
will display on screen.
12. Once cooking time has lapsed, an alarm will sound and unit will go into
KEEP WARM state, indicated as 0.0 on screen.
13. EXHAUSTING PRESSURE: Slide EXHAUST VALVE to the left/right and allow
pressure to escape.
7. Select AUTO COOK FUNCTION according to desired option.
8. Time & pressure level will AUTOMATICALLY illuminate ON STANDARD.
14. Opening lid: Hold lid handle firmly and turn it ANTI-CLOCKWISE. If alarm
sounds & lid is LOCKED, wait a few seconds until FLOAT VALVE is released.
B: INCREASING/DECREASING PRESSURE LEVEL + TIME:
1-7. Follow steps 1- 7 as in A above.
8. If longer, more intense cooking is required press texture ONCE for LONGER
OR TWICE for QUICK (shorter, less intense cooking).
9-14. Steps 9 14 as in A above will follow.
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C: BROWNING INGREDIENTS BEFORE COOKING:
1-4. Follow steps 1 4 as in A above.
5. Once FUNCTION is selected, pot will start heating up IMMEDIATELY & meat
can be browned BEFORE adding liquid and closing/ sealing lid.
5-14. Once meat has been browned to required colour add desired amount of
liquid, Follow steps 5-14 as in A above.
D: SELECTING OWN COOKING TIME:
1-6. Follow steps 1 6 as in A above.
7. Press pressure level AND the +/- keys to increase/decrease required time
up to 60 minutes.
12. Repeat steps 10 &11 for minutes.
13. Time will start to count down & steps 12 14 as in A above will follow.
The start of cooking will AUTOMATICALLY be calculated according to the auto-
cook function selected.
12-14: Steps 12 14 will follow as in A above. TIMER FUNCTION/DELAYED START:
(Programming unit to finish cooking food at a pre-determined time) 1-8. Follow
steps 1-8 as in A above. 9. Calculate the amount of hours from setting the pot
to the END time of cooking (i.e. time food must be ready). This is the time
that will be entered as indicated below. 10. Press timer button
11. Immediately press – /+ for amount of hours.
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Cooking preparation
1. Open the cover correctly
Hold the cover handle with one hand, rotate
counter clock wise by approximately 30
degrees until the cover marking “” aligns
with the outer casing marking ”
”
and lift the cover.
2. Check whether parts on the cover are mounted properly
Check the float valve and exhaust valve for obstructions, and ensure parts
such as the gasket and anti-block shield are correctly installed.
3. Remove the non stick inner pot, then place food and water into the inner
pot x The total amount of food and water must
not exceed the MAX level of the inner pot height.
4. Place the inner pot in the electric pressure cooker x Before placing the
pot, be sure to remove
any foreign objects and water droplets from the exterior of the inner pot and
inside of the housing; x After placement, rotate the inner pot slightly left
to right to ensure good contact between the inner pot and heating plate.
5. Close the cover completely
x Before closing, check whether the gasket
has been placed in the steel rim inside the
cover.
x Hold the cover handle with one hand,
rotate clockwise by approximately 30
degrees until the cover marking “” aligns
with the outer casing marking ”
”
6. Position the exhaust valve properly x Align the small handle of the
exhaust
valve with the small sealing icon, indicating that the pressure cooker is in
the airtight mode; x When manual exhausting is needed, align the small handle
of the exhaust valve with the small exhaust icon, indicating that the pressure
cooker is in the exhaust mode; x Move to the sealing zone and inspect whether
the float valve has fallen (the float valve falls before heating).
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Function selection
General functions 1. After cooking preparations have been followed according
to Page 10 2.Switch on x The display screen flashes and displays a
red horizontal line “—“, indicating that the electric pressure cooker has
entered the preparation mode; 3.Select a required Auto cook function x Once a
function key is pressed, the indicator of a corresponding function level will
illuminate (red); x The rice porridge function and cake function are only
applicable to certain models equipped with this function level; x Cooking time
varies with different function levels. The larger the food amount, the longer
the cooking time. The cooking times listed in the table below are for
reference only while the machine is building up pressure, this time is not
included in the displayed cooking time. (e.g. food amount + water = 8 scales):
Cooking time = heating time + holdup time. Refer to page 12 to
lengthen/shorten cooking time & pressure level if required.
Function key
Cooking time (min)
Fish +/- 15
Rice porridge
+/- 30
Rice +/- 35
Porridge +/- 45
Function key
Cooking time (min)
Soup Cake +/- 50 +/- 60
Bean/ tendons
+/- 50
Meat/ Chicken
+/- 40
4. Press a function key, and 10s later, the electric pressure cooker will
perform the corresponding function program selected x Within 10s, you can re-
select the preset
time and the function level by pressing cancel. The electric pressure cooker
will start operating 10s after selection. x The red horizontal line “—” on the
display screen is bright, indicating that the electric pressure cooker has
entered the working mode. x During operation, you can cancel current working
mode and return to standby mode by pressing the “Keep Warm/Cancel” key.
5. After cooking, enter the keep warm state automatically x After cooking,
the corresponding function
indicator goes out, the warm indictor illuminates (yellow), the display screen
shows “0.H”, and gives out the prompt sound (10 beeps), with the electric
pressure cooker going into warm mode. x In standby mode, press the “Keep Warm/
Cancel” key, the warm indictor illuminates (yellow), and gives out a sound
prompt (1 beep), indicating that the electric pressure cooker is going into
the warm mode.
Warming Tips x In any mode, you can cancel the current
working mode and return to standby mode by pressing the “Keep Warm/Cancel”
key. x During operation, the machine may sometimes generate a “cluck” sound,
this is normal and not a malfunction. x For cooking of small amounts, the
inner pot may be sucked up when the cover is opened. In this case, shake the
inner pot manually, and remove the inner pot cover after the inner pot falls
into the cooker body.
Safe Cover Opening
1. Disconnect the power or remove power plug.
2. Exhaust method
A. Quick opening method x Slide the exhaust valve to the exhaust
position until the float valves falls. (for non -fluid food). x Place a wet
towel on the cover to quicken cooling until the float valve falls. (for
nonfluid food). B. General opening method x Allow the pressure cooker to cool
naturally, until the float valve falls.
3. Open the cover x Hold the cover handle firmly, turn the
cover clockwise to the spacing edge, and carefully pull up the cover.
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Safe Cover Opening
x Do not open the cover until the pressure inside the pot has been adequately
released.
x Never pull out the exhaust valve when it is exhausting.
x For fluid foods (porridge and sticky liquid), do not slide the exhaust valve
to exhaust when cooking has just finished, 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 then only open the cover.
x When a large quantity of food is cooked, do not exhaust immediately after
cooking. It is recommended to open the cover and serve the food after a period
of warmkeeping.
Texture Selection. To lengthen/shorten cooking time and pressure level. 1.
Finish cooking preparation according to Page 10 2. Select a corresponding
function level x 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.
Texture default is “standard” level. x 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. x
If selection of another function is not possible after the pressure cookers
enters the working state, you can cancel the operation by pressing the “Keep
Warm/ Cancel” key. 3. Select texture by pressing “Texture” key x after the
“Texture” key is pressed continuously, the screen displays QUICK, STANDARD and
LONGER cyclically. When one texture is selected, the corresponding text
appears on the screen. Soup” “porridge” “meat/chicken” bean/ tendons” which
have texture function.
4. After cooking, the unit will go into the warming mode automatically. x
After cooking, the warm indicator
illuminates and the unit will go into the keep warm mode. Long time warming is
not recommended
Timer Function/Delayed start function
1. Finish cooking preparation according to Page 10 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). No preset function is made available for the “Cake /pudding”
function. 3. Press “Timer” key to Set end time of cooking. If your model is
equipped with the 24-hour preset function, this can be operated as follows:
(Depends on model) x Within 10s after function selection, press
the “Timer” key to set a cooking end time. x After the key is pressed, the
screen
displays “Timer End Time 2.0 “, the Hour portion flashes, and “+” or “-” is
used to adjust the Hour portion. x After setting of Hour portion, the key is
pressed again, and the Minute portion flashes. Press “+” or “-” to adjust the
Minute portion. x The Timer time will be less than 24h, if so, it will return
to “2”. x After completing the setting, the time displayed on the screen means
the working end time of the pressure cooker. (to cancel the operation, press
the “Keep Warm/Cancel” key). x (The associated drawing represents that the
cooking will end in10h). 4. After cooking, the unit enters the warm state
automatically. x After the preset time elapses after cooking, the warm
indicator illuminates and the unit will go into the warming mode. Warming for
a very long period of time is not recommended.
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Pressure Level function. Selecting own cooking time
(This function depends on the model and must be read selectively on the basis
of configuration and model). The pressure level may vary with cooking food,
you can choose the length of the pressure holding time at your discretion. x
When cooking a food that is not on the current level, or if the current
function level fails to
meet your texture requirements, you can utilise the pressure level function to
achieve the optimal cooking effect. x Less time is consumed for a food easily
to be cooked, more time is consumed for a food more difficult to be cooked.
1.Finish cooking preparation according to page 10. 2. By pressing the
“Pressure level” key, select a cooking time. x After pressing “Pressure
level”, the “Pressure level” indicator illuminates. For first time, use
default 30min by pressing “+”and “- key, adjust the times between “00” and
“60”min.
By pressing the “pressure level” key, select Pressure Level function.
By pressing “+”or “-” key, select pressure holding time.
After 10s ,the unit enters working modes, with the Pressure Level indicator illuminating.
x For delayed start cooking, press the “Timer” key to select preset time.
(Select within 10s after selecting pressure holding time).
x After pressing the “Timer” key, the screen displays “2.0”, The hour portion
flashes, and “+”or “-” key is used to adjust the hour portion. After setting
the hour portion, the “Timer” key is pressed again, the minute portion
flashes, and “+” or “-” key is used to adjust the minute portion until the
desired preset time is reached. The time displayed on the screen means the
working end time of the pressure cooker.
x After selecting the preset time, the “Timer” indicator flashs,10s after
flashing, the “Timer” indicator illuminates until the unit begins to work and
the screen displays the preset time.
x When the preset indicator goes out, the pressure cooker has begun work.
Pressing the “Timer” key selects the preset function.
By pressing “+”or “-” key sets the preset time.
This diagram illustrates the cooking end time.
3. After cooking, you can open the cover to enjoy the food.
x After a prompt emits a sound, the “Pressure level” indicator goes out, the
warm indicator illuminates, with the unit going to warm mode; if warming is
not required press the “Keep Warm/Cancel” key to cancel the function, open the
cover as per the method on page 11; The food is now ready to be served.
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Steam Function
(This function depends on the model and must be read selectively on the basis
of configuration and model). The steam function time may vary with the type of
foods being cooked. You can choose the length of pressure-holding time at your
discretion. x If using the steam function fails to meet your food texture
requirement, you can utilize the
cooking/braised time function in order to achieve the optimal cooking effect.
x Less time is consumed for a food easily to be cooked and more time is
consumed for a food
more difficult to be cooked. Example: you need about 3 min to cook fish, but
about 20min to cook beans and tendons. 1. Finish cooking preparation according
to page 10 2. By pressing the “Steam” key, select the cooking time. x After
the “Steam” key is pressed, the “Steam” indicator illuminates. The cooking
time will be according to the previously set time (for first time, use default
30 min) by pressing “+” and “-” adjust the cooking time between 0 and 60 min.
x The pressure holding time can be selected according to personal taste, food
and cooking experience. x When cooking or braising food, water added must not
be less than 2 cups, the table below shows approximate time required for food
cooking after adding 2 cups of water. (times in this table are for reference
only). You can select the 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
Dim sum/ Steamed bun
Water added (cup)
2
Set time (min)
0
Total time (min)
20
Egg/Fish
2 3 30
Corn
2 5 30
Meat
2 15 40
Small tendons
2 10 40
Large tendons
2 20 45
x 10s after selection, a sound prompt emits and the screen displays the pressure holding time. The pressure cooker performs the cooking and braised function. (to cancel the operation, press the “keep warm/cancel” key).
By pressing “Pressure level” key, select the Pressure Level function.
By pressing “+”or “-“key select the pressure holding time.
After 10s the unit enters the working mode, and the Pressure level indicator illuminates.
x If you require delayed start cooking see “pressure level” on page 13.
3. After cooking, you can open the cover to enjoy the food. After a sound
prompt emits, the “steam” indicator shows and the warm indicator illuminates.
The unit enters warming mode; The cover can now be opened and the food dished.
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Cooking examples
Making Porridge Making Porridge using the delayed start function.
If it is 9:00 PM, and you want to have porridge served at 7:30 AM tomorrow
through timing:
1. Complete cooking preparation according to Page 10.
x The proportion of porridge to water can be adjusted according to personal
taste.
2. After power-on, press the “Porridge” function key. x The “Porridge”
indicator illuminates; other
function indictors are not bright. x Press the “Timer” key within 10s after
pressing of the “Porridge” function key, and adjust the preset cooking time.
3. Press the “Timer” key x Press and hold the “Timer” key successively until
the figure “10.5” appears on the display
screen, indicating that the pressure cooker ends its cooking at 7:30 AM
tomorrow after the end time of cooking is adjusted to be 10.5 hours. x Within
10s after selection, the pressure cooker will confirm the selection. (Please
press “Keep Warm Cancel” to cancel the operation). 4. Cooking ends at 7:30 AM
tomorrow x The time required for making porridge is about 45min. The cooking
time may vary a bit with voltage, amount of porridge and water. x After
cooking, the corresponding function indicator goes out, the warm indictor
illuminates (yellow), and emits a sound prompt (10 beeps). The electric
pressure cooker enters into the warming mode. 5. Open the cover according to
“Safe Cover Opening” on Page 11 x If the float valve has fallen, the cover can
be opened and the food served. x If the float valve has not fallen, put a wet
towel around the cover to quicken the cooling down time, then open the cover
after the float valve drops. x Long periods of keeping warm is not recommended
to avoid adverse effects on the texture and quality of the porridge.
Note: 1. Long time periods of preset timing cooking is not recommended. 2.
Minimum timing period of the “Porridge” function key is 1.5 hours. 3. Step 2
and Step 3 can be operated in either order. x To make porridge by using this
cooker, the optimal proportion of porridge to water is about
1:7. x When cooking sticky food, disable the compulsory exhaust to avoid
damage to property.
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Cooking examples
Cooking rice
1. Measure the rice portion with a measuring cup and clean it x One measuring
cup of rice is about 150g, a portion suitable for serving one person; x It is
recommended not to wash rice in the inner pot; x Correct methods of using the
measuring cup:
Rice-water contrast table for making porridge with the cooker:
Rice and water amount Little Moderate Large
Rice amount (measuring cup) 0.5 1 1.5
Water amount (Scale) 2-3 4-5 7-8
2. Add water to the corresponding water level x Put the cleaned rice into the
interior pot and fill it with water to a corresponding water level; x The
scale line inside the inner pot indicates the cooking reference water level;
For example:
to cook 2 cups of rice, add water to the scale line “2”; x The amount of water
may vary with the type of rice and hardness of the rice. Never allow
the water to exceed the MAX level inside the inner pot.
3. Refit the wiped inner pot into the cooker body x After placing the inner
pot, rotate the inner pot slightly from left to right to ensure full contact
between the inner pot and the heating plate. 4. According to instructions on
page 10, fit the cover correctly and switch on 5. Press the “Rice” key x At
the moment, the “Rice” function indicator illuminates, with other function
indicators going
out. x The electric pressure cooker begins cooking within 10s after selection
6. After cooking, the unit enters warm state automatically x Cooking time is
around 35min, but the time may slightly vary with rice amount or rice quality;
7. Open the cover on according to “Safe Cover Opening” on Page 11 x After
cooking, it is recommended to serve the rice after 1-3 min of keeping warm,
Long
periods of keeping warm is not recommended to avoid adverse effects on the
texture and quality of the rice.
Note: 1. Long periods of time using preset timing cooking is not recommended. 2. Minimum timing period of the “Rice” function key is 1.5 hours. 3. Step 2 and Step 3 can be operated in either order.
Warming function
x After cooking, the electric pressure cooker goes into the warm mode
automatically; in the warm mode, the warm indicator is bright, and “0.0” is
shown on the display screen;
x In the standby mode the warm function may also be performed by pressing the
“Keep Warm/Cancel” key;
x The keep warm temperature is 60-800C; x Optimal keep warm time is less than
8 hours.
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3 Care and maintenance
Cleaning and care
Caution Never use petrol, solvents or abrasive cleaners, metal objects or hard
brushes to clean the appliance. Never put the appliance, base or power cord in
water or any other liquid.
1. Turn the appliance off and disconnect it from the wall socket. 2. Let the
appliance cool down completely. 3. Remove the cover and inner pot, wash them
with a suitable detergent, rinse with fresh water and then wipe them dry with
a soft cloth. 4. Using clean water, clean the cover, including the gasket,
exhaust valve, anti-block shield, exhaust valve core and float valve, and wipe
clean with a rag. After cleaning refit back onto the cover correctly . 5.
Clean the cooker body with a rag. Do not immerse the cooker in water or wash
with splashing water. 6. Clean the appliance after each use.
Note Before using the appliance after cleaning, dry all parts carefully using
a soft towel.
Storage x If you do not plan to use the appliance for
a long period of time, please store it carefully. x Make sure the appliance is
unplugged and completely dry. x Store the appliance in a cool, dry place. x
Make sure the appliance is kept out of the reach of children.
Environmental note Do not dispose of the appliance with normal household waste
at the end of its service life. Consult your local authorities for disposal
information and facilities available. Help protect the environment by
recycling used appliances.
Technical data
Model: PC 600 S Power supply: 220-240V, 50/60Hz Power: 1000W Pressure: 70kPa
Technical and design modifications reserved.
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4 Troubleshooting
S/N
Problem
Possible reason
Solution
1 Difficult to close the cover Gasket not positioned properly
Locate the gasket properly
Push rod jammed by float valve
Push the push rod lightly with hand
2 Difficult to open the cover Float valve fails to fall after steam
release
Press the float valve lightly with a chopstick
Pressure exists inside the cooker
Open the cover after the pressure lowers
3 Leakage from cover
No gasket
Fit the gasket according to the requirement
Food particles attached to gasket Clean the gasket ring
Gasket worn
Replace the gasket ring
Cover not closed firmly
Close the cover properly
4 Leakage from float valve Food particles attached to float valve Clean the
float valve gasket
gasket ring
Float valve gasket ring worn
Replace the float valve gasket
5 Float valve unable to rise Too little food and water inside the Place food and water according to
pot
allowed minimum requirements
Little leakage from cover or exhaust Contact your nearest service agent valve
6 Continuous exhausting Exhaust valve not in sealing position Slide the exhaust valve to the
from the exhaust
sealing position
valve does that does not
stop
Pressure control fails
Contact your nearest service agent for maintenance
7 Lamp not bright after
power on
Bad contact with socket
Please inspect the socket
8 All lamps
flash
C1 appears Sensor fails on display screen
Contact your nearest service agent
C2 appears on display screen
C5 appears on display screen
Temperature is too high because Add water as required there is no water inside the inner pot
Temperature is too high because inner pot is not properly placed
Place the inner pot properly
C6 appears Pressure switch fails on display screen
Contact your nearest service agent
9 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
10 Rice too soft
Too much water added
Reduce water level
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5 Branches
If you have followed the instructions and still have a problem, contact the
customer care line on 086 100 3339. They will be able to advise you on any
aspect of the appliance.
South African Branches:
BLOEMFONTEIN Unit Number 5 Monument Business Park 50 Monument Road Oranjesig,
Bloemfontein Bloemfontein.Service@defy.co.za
CAPE TOWN 5A Marconi Rd. Montague Gardens, 7441 CapeTown.Service@defy.co.za
DURBAN 135 Teakwood Road, Jacobs, Durban, 4052 Durban.Service@defy.co.za
EAST LONDON Robbie de Lange Road, Wilsonia, East London, 5201
EastLondon.Service@defy.co.za
GAUTENG, MIDRAND 127 15th Road, Cnr Pharmaceutical &15th Rd, Midrand, Gauteng
Gauteng.Service@defy.co.za
POLOKWANE 87 Nelson Mandela Drive, Superbia 0699 Polokwane.Service@defy.co.za
PORT ELIZABETH 112 Patterson Road, North End, Port Elizabeth 6001
PortElizabeth.Service@defy.co.za
Sub-Saharan Africa Branches:
ZAMBIA: SOUTHGATE INVESTMENTS LTD Plot 1606, Sheki Sheki Road P.O. Box 33681
Lusaka, 10101, Zambia Tel: +260 0211 242332/3 Fax: +260 0211 242933
sgiservicecentre@microlink.zm
NAMIBIA: ATLANTIC DISTRIBUTORS (PTY) LTD 10 Tienie Louw Street, Northern
Industrial Area P.O. Box 21158, Windhoek, Namibia Tel: (061) 216162 Fax: (061)
216134 atlantic@mweb.com.na
ZIMBABWE: TRADECOMAFRICA Trade Com Africa, 183 Loreley Crescent Msasa, Harare,
Zimbabwe Tel: +263 4 486165/6 Cell: +263 772 469010 Cell: +263 772 469011
BOTSWANA: RAY MORGAN AGENCIES RMA Service Centre, Plot 48, East Gate Gaborone
International Commerce Park Kgale View, Gaborone Botswana Tel: +267 390 3996 /
390 3912 Fax: +267 318 7376 Cell: +267 7134 6539 service@rma.co.bw;
raja@rma.co.bw
SWAZILAND: LYNDS DISTRIBUTORS P.O Box 716, Mbabane, Swaziland, H100 Tel:
(00268) 2515 4310/8 Fax: (00268) 2518 4318
MOZAMBIQUE: COOL WORLD. LDA Rua da Resistencia No. 97B R/C Cell: +258 84 44 61
234 coolworldlda@hotmail.com Nosso Show Room Av: da Industrias, Parcela No.735
- 735A Machava, Maputo
OTHER AREAS ARE SERVICED BY OVER 200 AUTHORISED SERVICE AGENTS. PLEASE CONSULT
THE CUSTOMER CARE LINE ON 086 100 3339 FOR DETAILS.
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6 Warranty
This certificate is issued by DEFY APPLIANCES (PTY) LIMITED manufacturers of
Defy and Ocean products, hereinafter the Company, to the original purchaser
only, of the appliance described on the certificate and shall constitute the
only warranty given in respect of this appliance.
The Company warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ONE YEAR
from date of purchase the appliance is free from defect under normal domestic
use, both in workmanship and material, subject to the following conditions.
1. Carry-in service. Small appliances are repaired in our service centres and
are not collected from the customers home. Faulty units must be delivered to
the purchasing dealer or to the nearest Company Service Centre for warranty
repairs.
2. Vitreous enamelware, fuses and lamps are specifically excluded from these
warranties. It is an express condition of these warranties that the purchaser
takes due care and attention in the use and maintenance of the appliance.
Abuse, misuse in conflict with operating instructions, connection to incorrect
voltages and subjection to commercial use shall release the Company from its
obligations.
3. This warranty shall become void and cease to operate if the appliance is
dismantled by, or any repairs to the appliance are effected by any persons not
duly authorised by the Company, or if substitute parts not approved by the
Company are used in the appliance, or if the serial number of the appliance is
removed.
4. The Company shall not be responsible for damages resulting from fire,
flood, civil disturbances or any Act of God. The Company shall not, in terms
of these warranties be responsible nor held liable for any consequential loss
or damage of any kind caused by or due to the failure or malfunction of the
appliance. The Company shall not be responsible for damages caused by insect
and/or animal infestation.
5. The Company shall not be responsible for transportation or other costs
other than those incurred within the provisions of Point 1 of this
Certificate.
6. For warranties in the Republic of South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa,
please contact your nearest Defy office. Please refer to the previous page for
respective South African branches and Sub-Saharan Africa branches.
7. Where service is requested under warranty and no fault or defect can be
found by the Company, all costs incurred will be for the purchaser’s account.
8. This Certificate as well as your invoice will serve as proof of purchase.
For the purpose of warranty, it will be essential to produce this Certificate
and invoice. Failure to do so, will render the purchaser liable for service
costs.
KEEP THIS CERTIFICATE AND SALES INVOICE AS PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR WARRANTY
PURPOSES.
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