Pressure cooking is an ideal way to create quick, flavourful meals. Pressure cooking is a method of cooking food in liquid (water, stock, wine, etc.) in a sealed Cooking Pot. The sealed Multi-Cooker retains steam and builds pressure, raising the temperature of the liquid inside the pot above boiling point. The increased temperature of the liquid and the steam results in reduced cooking times.

To lock the lid, turn the lid counterclockwise and make sure the downward facing arrow aligns with the locked symbol. To unlock the lid, turn the lid clockwise and make sure the downward facing error aligns with the unlocked symbol.

How do I lock / unlock the lid on my Crock-Pot® Express Multi-Cookers?

**Natural Pressure Release Method**

After cooking cycle is complete, let MultiCooker naturally release pressure through the Bobber Valve. Unit will gradually cool down on its own. Wait at least 10 minutes after cooking has completed. If using a higher volume of food and liquid, this can take up to 20 minutes. And then, using a kitchen utensil, gradually flick the tab on the Steam Release Valve to the “Release” position. Do not place any part of your hand or body over the steam outlet on top of the valve, as steam is very hot and can scald skin. The pressure has been released when steam is no longer escaping from the valve and the Lid opens freely with minimal force. Only then is it safe to remove the Lid and serve food.

CAUTION: Never use the quick release method when cooking foods high in liquid content such as casseroles, beans, stews, stocks and soups.

**Quick Pressure release method should be used with caution:**

Using a kitchen utensil, gradually flick the tab on the Steam Release Valve to the “Release” setting. Steam will release rapidly from the Steam Release Valve. Do not place any part of your hand or body over the steam outlet on the top of the valve, as steam is very hot and can scald skin. Do not use
this method when cooking liquid ingredients such as casseroles, soups, stocks, beans and pulses. Never use this method when cooking rice, as rice tends to be very delicate. The pressure has been released when steam is no longer escaping from the valve and the Lid opens freely with minimal force. Only then is it safe to remove the Lid and serve food. Releasing Pressure at the End of Cooking

CAUTION: Do not force the Lid to open. If it does not open easily this means that the Multi-Cooker is still under pressure. During cooking, steam will build up in the Multi-Cooker, so when lifting the Lid use a kitchen glove or mitt to protect your hand.

How do I safely release pressure at the end of cooking?

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