the Fast Slow Pro™

Instruction Book - BPR700

 IMPORTANT
Contents
SAFEGUARDS
2 Sage Recommends Safety First READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
8 Components BEFORE USE AND SAVE
10 Important Safety Information FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
for your Fast Slow Pro™ • Do not let children near the
14 Functions pressure cooker when in use.
26 Care & Cleaning
• Do not put the pressure cooker
28 Troubleshooting
into a heated oven.
• Move the pressure cooker
SAGE under pressure with the
greatest care. Do not touch
RECOMMENDS hot surfaces. Use the handles
SAFETY FIRST and knobs. If necessary, use
protection.
At Sage‰ by Heston • Do not use the pressure cooker
Blumenthal‰ we are very for a purpose other than the
safety conscious. We design one for which it is intended.
and manufacture consumer
• This appliance cooks under
products with the safety of you,
pressure. Scalds may result
our valued customer, foremost
from inappropriate use of the
in mind. In addition we ask
pressure cooker. Make sure that
that you exercise a degree of
the cooker is properly closed
care when using any electrical
before applying heat. See
appliance and adhere to the
"Pressure Cook" instructions in
following precautions.
this book.
• Never force open the pressure
cooker. Do not open before
making sure that its internal
pressure has completely
dropped. See the "Steam
Release" instructions in this
book.

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• Never use your pressure cooker • Do not tamper with any of
without adding water, this the safety systems beyond
would seriously damage it. the maintenance instructions
• Do not fill the cooker beyond specified in the instructions
M of its capacity. When for use.
cooking foodstuffs which • Only use Sage spare parts in
expand during cooking, such as accordance with the relevant
rice or dehydrated vegetables, model. In particular, use a body
do not fill the cooker to more and a lid from Sage indicated
than half of its capacity. as being compatible.
• The heating source necessary • Before using for the first
for cooking is included in the time please ensure that your
appliance. electricity supply is the same
• After cooking meat with a as shown on the rating label on
skin (e.g. ox tongue) which the underside of the appliance.
may swell under the effect of If you have any concerns
pressure, do not prick the meat please contact your local
while the skin is swollen; you electricity company.
might be scalded. • Your Sage‰ by Heston
• When cooking food with Blumenthal‰ appliance includes
thick or doughy texture, after a BS 13 amp moulded mains
steam release, gently shake plug on the supply cord.
the cooker. Then steam release • Should you need to change
again if necessary before this plug, please complete the
opening the lid to avoid food rewiring as follows (after safe
ejection. disposal of the moulded plug).
• Before each use, check that the • Please note that a cut off plug
valves are not obstructed. See inserted into a socket is a
the Instructions for use. serious danger risk
• Never use the pressure cooker • Wires are coloured as follows:
in its pressurised mode for −Blue
− = Neutral
deep or shallow frying of food. −Brown
− = Live
−Green
− & Yellow = Earth

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• As the colours of the wire • Always insert the connector
may not correspond with the end of the power cord into
coloured markings which the appliance inlet before
identify the terminals in inserting power plug into the
your plug, please refer to power outlet and switching on
the following: appliance. Ensure the appliance
−The
− Blue wire must be inlet is completely dry before
connected to the terminal inserting the connector end of
which is marked ‘N’. the power cord.
−The
− Brown wire must • Take care to avoid spillage on
be connected to the the connector.
terminal which is marked • Do not touch hot surfaces.
with the letter ‘L’. Appliance surfaces are hot
−The
− Green & Yellow wire must during and after operation.
be connected to the terminal To prevent burns or personal
which is marked with the injury, always use protective
letter E or the earth symbol . hot pads or insulated oven
• Please note that if a 13 amp mitts, or use handles or knobs
plug is used, a 13 amp fuse where available.
should be used. • Do not place the appliance near
• Remove and safely discard the edge of a bench or table
any packaging material and during operation. Ensure that
promotional labels before use. the surface is dry, level, clean
• To eliminate a choking hazard and free of any liquid and other
for young children, remove and substances.
safely discard the protective • Always operate the appliance
cover fitted to the power plug on a stable and heat resistant
of this appliance. surface. Do not use on a cloth-
• Always ensure the appliance covered surface, and position
is properly assembled before the appliance at a minimum
use. Follow the instructions distance of 20cm away from
provided in this book. walls, curtains, cloths and other
heat sensitive materials.

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• Do not place this appliance • Do not place food or liquid
on or near a hot gas or electric directly into the stainless steel
burner, or where it could touch base. Only the removable
a heated oven. cooking bowl is designed to
• Do not operate the appliance contain food or liquid.
on a sink drain board. • Before use, always check
• Do not place the cooker on pressure release valve and
a stone bench top when it’s safety locking pin for clogging
cooking. This is due to bench and clean if necessary. Check
tops being sensitive to uneven to make sure the safety locking
heat and may crack if heated pin moves freely from under
locally. If you would like to the lid.
cook with the slow cooker • Do not touch the pressure
on the bench top, place a release valve whilst in use.
chopping board or heat proof • Use only recommended
mat underneath the cooker. STEAM RELEASE to
• Do not place anything, other depressurise cooker after use.
than lid, on top of the cooker • Do not use harsh abrasives,
when assembled, when in use caustic cleaners or oven
and when stored. cleaners when cleaning this
• Do not use the lid handle to appliance. Keep the appliance
carry the appliance. clean and refer to care and
• Before placing removable cleaning section.
cooking bowl into stainless • Do not attempt to operate
steel base ensure the base the appliance by any method
of bowl and the base of the other than those described in
appliance is dry by wiping with this booklet. Do not leave the
a dry soft cloth. appliance unattended when
• Do not use a damaged in use.
removable cooking bowl.
Replace before using.

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IMPORTANT • The appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years
SAFEGUARDS and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory
FOR ALL or mental capabilities, or
ELECTRICAL lack of experience and
knowledge, if they have
APPLIANCES been given supervision or
• Unwind the power cord fully instruction concerning use
before use. of the appliance in a safe way
• Do not let the power cord hang and understand the hazards
over the edge of a bench or involved.
table, touch hot surfaces or • Children shall not play with the
become knotted. appliance.
• Connect only to a 230V or • Cleaning and user
240V power outlet. maintenance shall not be made
• To protect against electric by children unless they are
shock, do not immerse the older than 8 and supervised.
power cord, power plug or • Keep the appliance and its cord
appliance in water or any other out of reach of children less
liquid. than 8 years.
• Always turn the appliance to • It is recommended to regularly
the OFF position, switch off at inspect the appliance. Do not
the power outlet, remove the use the appliance if power
plug and allow all parts to cool cord, power plug or appliance
before attempting to move the becomes damaged in any way.
appliance, when the appliance If damaged or maintenance
is not in use, before cleaning other than cleaning is required,
and when storing. please contact Sage Customer
Service on 0808 178 1650 |
0333 0142 970 or go to
[Link].

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• The use of attachments not The symbol shown
sold or recommended by Sage indicates that this
may cause fire, electric shock or appliance should not be
injury. disposed of in normal
• This appliance is for household household waste. It should be
use only. Do not use this taken to a local authority waste
appliance for other than its collection centre designated for
intended use. Do not use in this purpose or to a dealer
moving vehicles or boats. Do providing this service.
not use outdoors. Misuse may For more information, please
cause injury. contact your local council office.
• The appliance is not intended SPECIFICATION
to be operated by means of Model BPR700
an external timer or separate Rated Volume 6 Litres
remote control system.
Usable Volume 4 Litres
• The installation of a residual Working Pressure 80kPa
current device (safety switch)
These specifications may change
is recommended to provide without notice.
additional safety protection
when using electrical
appliances. It is advisable that SAVE THESE
a safety switch with a rated
residual operating current
INSTRUCTIONS
not exceeding 30mA be
installed in the electrical circuit
supplying the appliance. See
your electrician for professional
advice.

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 Components

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A. Pressure Release Valve K. Time Dial

Automatically controls the rate at which L. Keep Warm
steam is released from the cooker. Holds food at safe serving temperatures for
B. Pressure Safety Valve up to 2 hours. Can be automatically enabled
C. Dishwasher Safe Removable Lid at the end of pressure or slow cook cycles.
D. Silicone Lid Seal M. Stop/Cancel
Easy fitting for hassle free assembly Press to pause or return to previous screen.
and cleaning. Press and hold to return to standby.
E. Sealing Nut N. Steam Release
Press to select between Auto Quick,
F. 6L Removable Cooking Bowl
Auto Pulse and Natural Steam Release in
PTFE and PFOA free ceramic coating.
set up and steam release mode.
G. Easy Clean Moat Press and hold to open the pressure
Catches condensation drips for release valve.
a mess-free clean up.
O. Safety Locking Pin
H. Interactive LCD Pin pops up once pressure is reached acting
Tells you when it’s building pressure, as a safety locking device.
cooking and releasing steam.
P. Condensation Drip Cup
I. Start/Select Dial
Q. Lid Knob
J. Temperature/ Pressure Dial Turn to lock/unlock lid.
8 pressure levels range from low for delicate
R. Lid Arm
foods to high for extra fast cooking.
S. Stainless Steamer
2 heat settings allow slow cooking
from 2 to 12 hours. T. Stainless Trivet
Raises food out of the cooking liquid
Select from 3 heat settings in sauté and and also supports the steamer basket
reduce settings. when steaming.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
FOR YOUR FAST SLOW PRO™
This appliance cooks under pressure and must be operated and
maintained as described in this book. The trapped air pressure
inside the pressure cooker may cause a hazardous situation if not
operated and maintained as described in this manual.

COOKING BOWL CAPACITY NEVER FORCE THE LID CLOSED

• Always ensure proper liquid/food level in the
removable cooking bowl. CLOSING THE LID
• 'MAX' level – Do not exceed the maximum fill • Make sure the silicone lid seal is properly
level. Overfilling may cause personal injury inserted around the wire ring on the
or property damage or affect the safe use of underside of the lid and that the safety
the cooker. locking pin moves freely.
• '½' level – When cooking foods that expand • Lower the lid into the closed position. Turn
(such as dried vegetables, beans, grains, rice, the lid knob clockwise towards the closed
etc.) DO NOT fill past the middle fill level. lock graphic. The lid should close and lock
into place with ease and minimal effort.
• 'MIN' level – Make sure the removable
DO NOT STRAIN OR FORCE THE LID TO
cooking bowl is filled to at least the minimum
CLOSE. The cooker alert will sound when the
fill level to ensure proper operation and to
lid locks.
avoid thermal damage and fire.

ALIGN PIN
BEFORE START

CLOSE OPEN

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• Always ensure the safety locking pin is AUTOMATIC HANDS-FREE STEAM
properly aligned within the opening of the lid RELEASE
arm and is not restricted in any way.
The cooker features automatic hands-free
steam release that will occasionally release
steam as the cooker pressurises as well as
automatically start the steam release cycle
after cooking.
ALIGN PIN

• Never place your hands, arms or face over the

BEFORE START

pressure release valve.

NOTE
In addition to the automatic hands-free steam
release, pressure can be released by pressing
the RELEASE button or by manually turning
NOTE the pressure release valve.
If the contents of the cooker are hot when
closing the lid, it may be necessary to press NEVER FORCE THE LID OPEN
down slightly on the lid knob while the lid is
still in the unlocked position, allowing the lid OPENING THE LID
to turn easily.
• Turn the lid knob counter-clockwise towards
the open lock graphic. The cooker alert will
sound when the lid unlocks.
• The lid should open with ease if all internal
pressure has been released. Never force the
lid open.
• If the lid will not unlock, or if you encounter
resistance, it may indicate the cooker is still
pressurised. Press and hold the RELEASE
button until all internal pressure is released
and the lid opens easily.

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PREPARING THE FAST SLOW PRO™ 5. The lid can only be inserted one way and
must be assembled correctly for the cooker
1. R emove and safety discard any packaging
to operate. Position the lid so the steam
material, promotional labels and tape from
release valve cover is to the rear of the
the cooker.
cooker (Image A). Align the centre of the
2. Open the lid by turning the lid knob lid with the bolt on the underside of the lid
counter clockwise and lifting the lid up and arm (Image B) and push it into position to
off the appliance until it is in the hinged expose the screw thread. Screw the sealing
open position. Unscrew and remove the nut, with the red ring touching the lid, onto
sealing nut from the centre of the lid and the bolt to secure the lid. Once assembled,
pull the lid away to remove from the lid arm. ensure the steam release valve is properly
3. Wash the lid, removable cooking bowl and seated in position and facing the lid knob.
silicone lid seal in hot, soapy water, then
Pressure
rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe the inside Release
and outside of the cooker base with a soft, Valve Cover
damp cloth and dry thoroughly. towards rear
4. The silicone lid seal is reversible and can of cooker
be inserted in either direction. Insert the
silicone lid seal around the outer edge of the
wire ring on the underside of the lid. Ensure
that it is fully inserted and lies flat under the
wire ring.

Image A

Image B

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6. Clean and dry the underside of the 8. Insert the connector end of the power
removable cooking bowl and the cord into the cooker base, ensuring it is
temperature sensor, making sure there are completely dry. Insert the power plug in to a
no unwanted materials on the surface. 230/240 volt (grounded) power outlet.
The removable cooking bowl must sit flat 9. The cooker alert will sound and the LCD
on the temperature sensor to ensure will illuminate. The setting options will
proper contact. appear with an indicator on the PRESSURE
COOK setting.

TEMPERATURE
SENSOR

7. Click condensation drip cup into place.

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 These can be selected using the STEAM
RELEASE button on the control panel
Functions during the set up and steam release cycles.
Once selected, the pressure release valve will
automatically release the steam at the end of
SMART SETTINGS the pressure cooking cycle.
The Fast Slow Pro™ features 6 Smart Settings; Pressing and holding the steam release button
Pressure Cook, Slow Cook, Reduce, Sear, Sauté during or after a cooking cycle will open the
and Steam. Pressure and slow cook settings pressure release valve.
have a list of commonly used food types with
pre-determined cook times and temperatures/ CAUTION
pressure levels to give the best results,
however we suggest experimenting with these Always keep hands and face clear of the
depending on the recipe, amount of food and pressure release valve when pressure cooking
your personal taste. Alternatively, you can as hot steam and water may be emitted
select the CUSTOM setting to select your own during operation.
cooking times and temperatures/ pressure
levels. KEEP WARM
Your CUSTOM setting will remain in the The KEEP WARM function maintains hot
memory of the cooker. To reset to factory foods at safe serving temperature (60°C or
settings, switch off at the power outlet and above) until you are ready to serve for up to
press and hold START/SELECT while 2 hours.
switching back on at the power outlet. To use KEEP WARM as a standalone
function, press and hold the keep warm
HANDS- FREE VARIABLE button on the control panel. The LCD screen
STEAM RELEASE will display ‘KEEP WARM’ and the timer will
start counting up to a maximum of 2 hours.
The Fast Slow Pro™ features 3 steam
Turn the time dial to adjust the KEEP WARM
release methods:
time.
Auto Quick The KEEP WARM function will automatically
switch on after any SLOW COOK cycle;
Pressure is released quickly to minimise
however it can be toggled on and off in both
overcooking of foods or recipes with short
PRESSURE COOK and SLOW COOK using
cook times.
the KEEP WARM button on the control panel.
Auto Pulse
Pressure is released in bursts to reduce
disturbance to the food inside.

Natural
Pressure naturally subsides inside without
releasing steam through the vent to prevent
the churning up or breaking apart of sensitive
ingredients like stocks and beans during
pressure release.

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ALTITUDE ADJUST
Pressure builds and increases when the
temperature inside the cooking vessel exceeds
boiling point. As altitude increases, the
temperature at which water boils decreases as
a result of the drop in air pressure. This creates
very different conditions for cooking when
using a pressure cooker.
In order to maintain consistent cooking results
at various altitudes, the Fast Slow Pro™ has an
Altitude Adjust feature that adjusts the settings
based on the altitude of your current location.
1. To enter Altitude Adjust mode, press and
hold STOP/CANCEL to activate standby
mode. The button backlight will go out and
the LCD will no longer illuminate.
2. Once in standby, press and hold both the
KEEP WARM and STEAM RELEASE
buttons for 2 seconds.
3. Turn the TIME dial to enter the altitude
of your current location. Altitude can
be adjusted from 250m to 1,999m. The
pressure cooker should not be used at
altitudes above 2,000m.
4. Press the START/ SELECT dial to confirm.
5. The cooker’s settings have now been
adjusted for your current altitude. To reset
altitude to sea level (factory settings), switch
off at the power outlet and press and hold
START/SELECT while switching back on at
the power outlet.

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COOKER SETTINGS OVERVIEW

SETTING MENU PRESETS SUITABLE FOR RANGE

PRESSURE RICE 50 kPa Brown Rice 20 kPa – 80 kPa
COOK 10 MINS White Rice Up to 2:00 HRS
AUTO PULSE Quinoa & Ancient Grains
RISOTTO 40 kPa Aborio Rice 20 kPa – 80 kPa
7 MINS Carnaroli Rice Up to 2:00 HRS
AUTO QUICK Vialone Rice
POTATOES 60 kPa Whole & Cut 20 kPa – 80 kPa
10 MINS Peeled & Unpeeled Up to 2:00 HRS
AUTO PULSE
STOCK 80 kPa Beef Stock 20 kPa – 80 kPa
1:00 HR Chicken Stock Up to 2:00 HRS
NATURAL Vegetable Stock
SOUP 50 kPa Vegetable Soup 20 kPa – 80 kPa
30 MINS Meat Soup Up to 2:00 HRS
AUTO QUICK
LEGUMES 80 kPa Chickpeas 20 kPa – 80 kPa
30 MINS Cannelini Beans Up to 2:00 HRS
NATURAL Red Kidney Beans
Green & Brown Lentils
CASSEROLE 80 kPa All stewing meat such as Gravy 20 kPa – 80 kPa
1:00 HR Beef, Chuck & Skirt Steak Up to 2:00 HRS
AUTO QUICK Chicken pieces on the bone
Whole Pork Shoulder (pulled pork)
POT ROAST 60 kPa Whole Chicken 20 kPa – 80 kPa
30 MINS Corned Beef Up to 2:00 HRS
NATURAL Brisket
Round/ Blade Roast
Boneless Leg of Lamb
LAMB SHANKS 80 kPa Lamb Shanks 20 kPa – 80 kPa
30 MINS Osso Bucco Up to 2:00 HRS
AUTO QUICK Ribs
BOLOGNESE 70 kPa Pork Mince 20 kPa – 80 kPa
20 MINS Veal Mince Up to 2:00 HRS
AUTO QUICK Beef Chili
PUDDING 50 kPa Custards 20 kPa – 80 kPa
15 MINS Cheesecakes Up to 2:00 HRS
NATURAL Puddings
Compotes
CUSTOM 20 kPa 20 kPa – 80 kPa
10 MINS Up to 2:00 HRS
AUTO PULSE

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SETTING MENU PRESETS SUITABLE FOR RANGE
SLOW COOK STOCK HI Beef Stock HI, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
4:00 HRS Chicken Stock LO, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
Vegetable Stock KEEP WARM up to
2:00 HRS
SOUP HI Vegetable Soup HI, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
4:00 HRS Meat Soup LO, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
KEEP WARM KEEP WARM up to
2:00 HRS
LEGUMES HI Chickpeas HI, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
6:00 HRS Cannelini Beans LO, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
Red Kidney Beans KEEP WARM up to
Green & Brown Lentils 2:00 HRS

CASSEROLE HI All Stewing meat such as HI, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS

4:00 HRS Gravy Beef, Chuck & Skirt Steak LO, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
KEEP WARM Chicken pieces on the bone KEEP WARM up to
Whole Pork Shoulder (pulled pork) 2:00 HRS
POT ROAST LO Whole Chicken HI, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
6:00 HRS Corned Beef LO, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
KEEP WARM Brisket KEEP WARM up to
Round/ Blade Roast 2:00 HRS
Boneless Leg of Lamb
LAMB SHANK LO Lamb Shanks HI, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
8:00 HRS Osso Bucco LO, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
KEEP WARM Ribs KEEP WARM up to
2:00 HRS
BOLOGNESE LO Pork Mince HI, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
6:00 HRS Veal Mince LO, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
KEEP WARM Beef Chili KEEP WARM up to
2:00 HRS
PUDDING LO Custards HI, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
2:00 HRS Cheesecakes LO, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
KEEP WARM Puddings KEEP WARM up to
Compotes 2:00 HRS

CUSTOM HI HI, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS

4:00 HRS LO, 2:00 – 12:00 HRS
KEEP WARM KEEP WARM up to
2:00 HRS
REDUCE HI Finishing Sauces Up to 2:00 HRS
10 MINS Thickening Cooking Sauce
Reducing Syrups & Stocks
SEAR COUNT UP TIME Browning Meat Up to 45 MINS
Browning Hard Vegetables
SAUTE HI Onion Up to 45 MINS
COUNT UP TIME Garlic
Curry Pastes
Aromatics
STEAM HI Vegetables Up to 1:00 HR
15 MINS Fish & Chicken Fillets
Seafood e.g. Prawns & Mussels
Dumplings & Wontons

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PRESSURE COOK 5. T he steam icon on the LCD screen
indicates the preset steam release method
The PRESSURE COOK setting is a great
for the selected setting. Press the STEAM
option for cooking succulent roasts,
RELEASE button to select between ‘AUTO
flavoursome casseroles, delicious soups and
QUICK’, ‘AUTO PULSE’ and ‘NATURAL’
even desserts in a fraction of the time and
steam release.
energy they take by conventional methods.
6. Place food into the removable cooking bowl.
Pressure Cooking is a method of cooking food
Ensure there is at least 1L of combined food
in a small amount of liquid with a sealed lid
and liquid in the bowl.
that retains steam inside and builds pressure.
It is the increase in pressure that raises
temperature of the liquid and steam inside to
well above boiling point and therefore allows
food to be cooked up to 70% faster.
1. Turn the START/SELECT dial until the
indicator reaches the PRESSURE COOK
MINIMUM OF 1L
setting. Press the START/SELECT dial to OF COMBINED
confirm. FOOD & LIQUID
2. Turn the START/SELECT dial until the
indicator on the right hand side of the LCD
reaches the desired setting. 7. C
lose the lid and turn the lid knob
clockwise to lock into place. The
cooker alert will sound when the lid
has been locked. Check that the safety
locking pin is properly aligned with the
opening in the lid arm and is not restricted
in any way.

3. T he top figure on the LCD screen indicates

ALIGN PIN
BEFORE START

the preset pressure level for the selected

setting. Turn the TEMPERATURE/
PRESSURE dial to the left to reduce the
pressure or to the right to increase pressure.
Pressure can be adjusted from
20 kPa (LOW) to 80 kPa (HIGH).
4. The bottom figure on the LCD screen
indicates the preset cooking time for the
selected setting. Turn the TIME dial to the
left to reduce the cooking time or to the
right to increase the cooking time. Time can
be adjusted up to 2 hours.

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8. E
nsure the pressure release valve is placed 12. The time can be adjusted during the
on the lid, is properly seated in position and pressure cook cycle by turning the TIME
facing the lid knob. dial. The cycle can be paused at any time
by pressing the STOP/CANCEL button.
To end the cycle press and hold STOP/
CANCEL for 2 seconds. If there is already
pressure in the vessel it will go immediately
to the steam release cycle.
13. At the end of the pressure cook cycle, the
cooker alert will sound and steam will be
automatically released through the pressure
release valve. The steam icon will blink,
the timer will start counting up and the
pressure bar will decrease, indicating the
current pressure in the vessel.
If NATURAL steam release is selected,
pressure will naturally subside in the vessel
without forcing steam through the pressure
release valve. The steam release setting can
be changed during the steam release cycle
by pressing the STEAM RELEASE button.
14. At the end of the steam release cycle,
the cooker alert will sound, the LCD will
9. Press the START/SELECT dial to illuminate blue and the timer will start
commence cooking. The STOP/CANCEL counting up.
button backlight will illuminate red, 15. Open the lid by turning the lid knob
the LCD screen will illuminate orange, counter clockwise and carefully lift the lid
’PREHEATING’ will appear and the into the hinged open position.
pressure bar on the left will climb to 16. After 5 minutes of inactivity, standby
indicate the cooker is building pressure. mode will be activated. The button
backlight will go out and the LCD will
NOTE no longer illuminate.
It is normal for the cooker to release small
bursts of steam as it stabilises its internal CAUTION
pressure. To avoid scalding from escaping steam, never
place your face or hands over the cooker when
10. If the lid has not been locked correctly
removing the lid.
‘LOCK LID’ will appear on the LCD screen.
Turn the lid knob clockwise to lock the lid
and commence cooking. NOTE
11. Once the cooker has reached pressure, If the lid will not unlock this indicates the
the “PREHEATING’ will go out, the cooker appliance is still under pressure. Do not
alert will sound, the timer will start counting force the lid open as any remaining pressure
down and the pressure bar will stop can be hazardous.
climbing, indicating the current pressure in
the vessel. Press the STEAM RELEASE button until
all internal pressure is released and the lid
opens easily.

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SLOW COOK 6. Place food into the removable cooking bowl.
Ensure there is at least 1L of combined food
The SLOW COOK setting has cooking
and liquid in the bowl.
profiles designed for long cook times at low
temperatures. It is ideal for breaking down
tough cuts of meat and developing deep
flavours.
1. Turn the START/SELECT dial until the
indicator reaches the SLOW COOK setting.
Press the START/SELECT dial
MINIMUM OF 1L
to confirm. OF COMBINED
2. Turn the START/SELECT dial until the
FOOD & LIQUID
indicator on the right hand side of the LCD
reaches the desired setting.
7. Close the lid but do not lock.
8. Remove the pressure release valve from
the lid.
9. Press the START/SELECT dial to
commence cooking. The STOP/CANCEL
button backlight will illuminate red and the
LCD screen will illuminate orange.
10. The timer will be displayed and
automatically begin to count down. The
time can be adjusted during the slow cook
3. T
he top figure on the LCD screen indicates cycle by turning the TIME dial. The cycle
the preset temperature for the selected can be paused at any time by pressing the
setting. Turn the TEMPERATURE/ STOP/CANCEL button. To end the cycle
PRESSURE dial to the left to reduce the press and hold STOP/CANCEL for
temperature or to the right to increase 2 seconds.
temperature. Temperature can be adjusted
to one of two preset temperatures; ‘LO’ 11. At the end of the slow cook cycle, the cooker
or ‘HI’. will automatically switch to the KEEP
WARM function. The LCD screen will
4. The bottom figure on the LCD screen display ‘KEEP WARM’ and the timer will
indicates the preset cooking time for the start counting up to a maximum of 2 hours.
selected setting. Turn the TIME dial to the The keep warm cycle can be paused at
left to reduce the cooking time or to the any time by pressing the STOP/CANCEL
right to increase the cooking time. Time can button.
be adjusted between 2 and 12 hours.
12. If KEEP WARM has not been selected, the
5. ‘KEEP WARM’ indicates the KEEP WARM cooker alert will sound, the STOP/CANCEL
function will automatically switch on after button backlight will go out and the LCD
the SLOW COOK cycle. Press the KEEP screen will illuminate blue.
WARM button on the control panel to
select or deselect the function. 13. After 5 minutes of inactivity, standby
mode will be activated. The button
backlight will go out and the LCD will no
longer illuminate.

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TIPS FOR PRESSURE & • The key to creamy risotto is toasting the rice
SLOW COOKING grains before the liquid is added. For best
results, use SAUTÉ setting to toast the
Rice grains prior to cooking. Stir rice grains for
2–3 minutes or until the edges of the rice
• The PRESSURE COOK RICE setting is grains become transparent and then
designed to cook rice so the rice grains turn white.
remain separate and tender.
• Rice will swell and double in size after
• The rice setting is suitable for all types of rice cooking. For best results, do not overfill the
such as long grain rice, jasmine, basmati and cooking bowl. The total volume of uncooked
brown rice. rice and stock should not exceed the ½ level
• Weigh dry rice accurately and wash well with marking inside the removable cooking bowl.
cold water until water runs clear. Drain well
and place into the removable cooking bowl. Potatoes
• Add corresponding water amount. Water to • The PRESSURE COOK POTATO setting
rice ratio is based on 1.5 parts water to is suitable for cooking both large and small
1 part rice. See Rice table on this page. portions of potato.
• After cooking, allow rice to stand in bowl for • This setting is ideal to cook both peeled and
5 minutes before stirring and serving. cut potatoes and whole large
unpeeled potatoes.
RICE WATER SERVES • If pressure cooking large whole potatoes,
200g 300ml 1–2 wash well and prick potato 3–4 times with
250g 375ml 2 a fork.
300g 450ml 2–3 • Add 1 cup of water to the cooking bowl along
with prepared potatoes.
350g 525ml 3–4
• For best results, do not overfill the cooking
400g 600ml 4–5
bowl. The total volume of potatoes should not
450g 675ml 5–6 exceed ¾ full.
500g 750ml 6–7
Stock
600g 900ml 7–8
• The PRESSURE & SLOW COOK STOCK
Risotto setting is suitable for beef, chicken and
• The PRESSURE COOK RISOTTO setting vegetable stocks.
is ideal for making creamy and flavoursome • If brown stocks are required, use SEAR
risotto without all the stirring, and in less than setting to colour beef or chicken bones prior
half the time. to pressure cooking.
• With little or no evaporation during pressure • Vegetables such as onion, carrot and
cooking, it is important to keep to the ratio of celery should be cut into large pieces.
1 part rice to 3 parts stock. This will make it easier to strain at the
• If adding a lot of vegetables to the risotto, end of cooking.
reduce stock by a third. • To shorten the pressurising time, either
• Use the SAUTÉ setting so soften the onions, add hot water to caramelised bones and
vegetables and aromatics and to deglaze the aromatics, or add cold water to bones while
pan with wine. still in SEAR setting and allow the water to
come to a simmer before pressure cooking.

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• For best results, do not overfill the cooking Casserole
bowl. The total volume of water, bones • The PRESSURE & SLOW COOK
and/or aromatics should not exceed the CASSEROLE setting is ideal to cook a
MAX level marking inside the removable selection of meats, vegetables and chicken
cooking bowl. using either diced tough cuts or pieces on
Soup the bone.
• Unlike traditional stewing or braising,
• The PRESSURE & SLOW COOK SOUP
pressure and slow cooking have almost
setting is suitable to cook a variety of soups
no evaporation. To develop thick and rich
from light broths to hearty minestrone and
flavoured dishes, use only enough stock and
pureed vegetable soups.
liquids to just cover ingredients; approx.
• Use SAUTÉ setting to begin caramelising 1 – ½ cups in total.
aromatics and softening vegetables, or SEAR
• For best results, do not overfill the cooking
setting to brown meats, bacon
bowl. The total volume of uncooked casserole
or chicken.
ingredients should not exceed the MAX level
• To shorten the pressurising time, either marking inside the removable cooking bowl.
add hot water or stock to aromatics, or add
cold water/stock to bowl while still in SEAR Pot Roast
setting and allow the water to come to a • The PRESSURE & SLOW COOK POT
simmer before pressure cooking. ROAST setting is ideal for cooking tough
• For best results, do not overfill the cooking cuts of meat such as chuck or blade roast,
bowl. The total volume of soup should not brisket and even whole chicken.
exceed the MAX level marking inside the • Unlike traditional stewing or braising,
removable cooking bowl. pressure and slow cooking have almost
Legumes no evaporation. To develop thick and rich
flavoured dishes, use only enough stock and
• The PRESSURE & SLOW COOK LEGUME liquids to just cover ingredients; approx.
setting is suitable for cooking all types of 1 – ½ cups in total.
legumes and pulses such as chickpeas, red
• Select size of meat that will fit easily into
kidney beans and lentils.
removable cooking bowl.
• Legumes and beans can produce a lot of
• For best results, use SEAR setting to brown
foam during cooking. The pre-set NATURAL
meat prior to cooking.
steam release setting ensures foam does not
interfere with the steam release valve . • Do not overfill the cooking bowl. The total
volume of uncooked ingredients should not
• Cook times are based on dried legumes.
exceed the MAX level marking inside the
To shorten the cook time, soak beans in cold
removable cooking bowl.
water overnight. Discard soaking water and
cook with fresh cold water for half the pre-set Lamb Shanks
cooking time.
• The PRESSURE & SLOW COOK
• Use water ratio of 1 part legumes to LAMB SHANK setting uses the correct
3 parts water. temperature/ pressure and time to soften
• Legumes and beans swell and double in meat fibres and dissolve connective tissue.
size after cooking. For best results, do not This allows meat to become succulent and
overfill the cooking bowl. The total volume flaky, easily falling off the bone and ready to
of uncooked legumes and water, should eat. Sauces become thick and well developed.
not exceed the ½ level marking inside the
removable cooking bowl.

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• Choose lamb shanks that will fit easily into • Arrange ramekins on a trivet inside the
the removable cooking bowl or ask your removable cooking bowl.
butcher to trim shanks. • Do not overfill the cooking bowl. The total
• For best results, use SEAR setting to brown volume of uncooked ingredients and any
meat prior to cooking. cookware should not exceed the MAX level
• Unlike traditional stewing or braising, marking inside the removable cooking bowl.
pressure and slow cooking have almost • For fruit and compotes, the total volume
no evaporation. To develop thick and rich of uncooked fruit should not exceed ¾ full.
flavoured dishes, use only enough stock and
liquids to just cover ingredients; approx. REDUCE
1 – ½ cups in total. The REDUCE setting is ideal for thickening
• Do not overfill the cooking bowl. The total and intensifying the flavour of sauces, syrups
volume of uncooked lamb shank ingredients and stocks.
should not exceed the MAX level marking 1. Turn the START/SELECT dial until the
inside the removable cooking bowl. indicator reaches the REDUCE setting.
Press the START/SELECT dial to confirm.
Bolognese
2. The top figure on the LCD screen indicates
• The PRESSURE & SLOW COOK the preset temperature for the REDUCE
BOLOGNESE setting will cook this Italian setting. Turn the TEMPERATURE/
classic to perfection. PRESSURE dial to the left to reduce the
• Choose from beef, pork or pork and temperature or to the right to increase
veal mince. temperature. Temperature can be adjusted
• For best results, use SEAR & SAUTÉ settings to one of three preset temperatures; ‘LO’,
to brown meat and soften aromatics prior to ‘MED’ or ‘HI’.
cooking. 3. The bottom figure on the LCD screen
• Do not overfill the cooking bowl. The total indicates the preset cooking time for the
volume of uncooked ingredients should not REDUCE setting. Turn the TIME dial to
exceed the MAX level marking inside the the left to reduce the cooking time or to the
removable cooking bowl. right to increase the cooking time. Time can
be adjusted up to 2 hours.
Pudding 4. Place liquid to be reduced into the
• The PRESSURE & SLOW COOK PUDDING removable bowl.
setting is ideal for cakes, cheesecakes,
custards, puddings, and fruit compotes. NOTE
• Large single cakes and small ramekins can If reducing cooking sauce from pressure
be used. The smaller the size of the dessert and slow cooking, remove cooked meat or
or pudding the shorter the cook time and vegetables.
vice-versa.
Once sauce has reached the correct
• Suitable cookware materials include
consistency and flavour, return meat and
aluminium, stainless, silicone, Pyrex and
allow to warm through for a few minutes
ceramic. Each material will cook differently.
before serving.
Be aware of cookware differences when
adjusting cook times.
• Cook cakes and puddings uncovered with the
exception of custards.

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5. Press the START/SELECT dial to 4. O nce the cooker has reached temperature,
commence cooking. The STOP/CANCEL ‘PREHEATING’ will go out. Place food to be
button backlight will illuminate red, the cooked into the removable cooking bowl.
LCD screen will illuminate orange and 5. The timer will start counting up to a
indicate ‘PREHEATING’. maximum of 45 minutes. The cycle can be
6. Keep the lid open in the hinged position. paused at any time by pressing the STOP/
If the lid has not been opened the cooker CANCEL button. To end the cycle press
alert will sound and ‘OPEN LID’ will appear and hold STOP/CANCEL for 2 seconds.
on the LCD screen. 6. At the end of the sear cycle, the cooker alert
7. Once the cooker has reached temperature, will sound, the STOP/CANCEL button
‘PREHEATING’ will go out. Place liquid to backlight will go out and the LCD screen
be reduced into the removable will illuminate blue.
cooking bowl. 7. After 5 minutes of inactivity, standby
8. The timer will start counting down. The mode will be activated. The button
time can be adjusted during the reduce backlight will go out and the LCD will
cycle by turning the TIME dial. The cycle no longer illuminate.
can be paused at any time by pressing the
STOP/CANCEL button. To end the cycle SAUTÉ
press and hold STOP/CANCEL for The SAUTÉ setting is ideal for softening and
2 seconds. caramelising garlic, onions and smaller pieces
9. At the end of the reduce cycle, the cooker of food prior to pressure or slow cooking.
alert will sound, the STOP/CANCEL button 1. Turn the START/SELECT dial until the
backlight will go out and the LCD screen indicator reaches the SAUTÉ setting. Press
will illuminate blue. the START/SELECT dial to confirm.
10. After 5 minutes of inactivity, standby 2. The top figure on the LCD screen indicates
mode will be activated. The button the preset temperature for the SAUTÉ
backlight will go out and the LCD will setting. Turn the TEMPERATURE/
no longer illuminate. PRESSURE dial to the left to reduce the
temperature or to the right to increase
SEAR temperature. Temperature can be adjusted
The SEAR setting is designed to enhance and to one of three preset temperatures; ‘LO’,
deepen the taste of meals by using the same ‘MED’ or ‘HI’.
cooking bowl for caramelising and browning 3. Press the START/SELECT dial to
foods before pressure or slow cooking. commence cooking. The STOP/CANCEL
1. Turn the START/SELECT dial until the button backlight will illuminate red, the
indicator reaches the SEAR setting. Press LCD screen will illuminate orange and
the START/SELECT dial to confirm. indicate ‘PREHEATING’.
2. The STOP/CANCEL button backlight 4. Keep the lid open in the hinged position. If
will illuminate red, the LCD screen the lid has not been opened the cooker alert
will illuminate orange and indicate will sound and ‘OPEN LID’ will appear on
‘PREHEATING’. the LCD screen.
3. Keep the lid open in the hinged position. If 5. Once the cooker has reached temperature,
the lid has not been opened the cooker alert ‘PREHEATING’ will go out. Place food to be
will sound and ‘OPEN LID’ will appear on cooked into the removable cooking bowl.
the LCD screen.

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6. The timer will start counting up. The cycle 6. Close the lid but do not lock.
can be paused at any time by pressing the 7. Remove the pressure release valve from
STOP/CANCEL button. To end the cycle the lid.
press and hold STOP/CANCEL for
8. Press the START/SELECT dial to
2 seconds.
commence cooking. The STOP/CANCEL
7. At the end of the sauté cycle, the cooker button backlight will illuminate red,
alert will sound, the STOP/CANCEL button the LCD screen will illuminate orange
backlight will go out and the LCD screen and ‘PREHEATING’.
will illuminate blue.
9. Once the cooker has reached temperature,
8. After 5 minutes of inactivity, standby ‘PREHEATING’ will go out.
mode will be activated. The button
10. The timer will start counting up to a
backlight will go out and the LCD will
maximum of 45 minutes. The time can be
no longer illuminate.
adjusted during the steam cycle by turning
STEAM the TIME dial. The cycle can be paused at
any time by pressing the STOP/CANCEL
The STEAM setting is ideal for steaming button. To end the cycle press and hold
vegetables, fish fillets, dumplings and STOP/CANCEL for 2 seconds.
reheating dinner plates.
11. At the end of the steam cycle, the cooker
1. Turn the START/SELECT dial until the alert will sound, the STOP/CANCEL button
indicator reaches the STEAM setting. Press backlight will go out and the LCD screen
the START/SELECT dial to confirm. will illuminate blue.
2. The bottom figure on the LCD screen 12. If further steaming is required, check water
indicates the preset cooking time for the levels and refill as required.
STEAM setting. Turn the TIME dial to the
13. After 5 minutes of inactivity, standby
left to reduce the cooking time or to the
mode will be activated. The button
right to increase the cooking time. Time can
backlight will go out and the LCD will
be adjusted up to 1 hour.
no longer illuminate.
3. Fill the removable cooking bowl with water
to the level 6 marking. CAUTION
4. Insert the trivet into the bowl and place the
steaming basket on top. If reheating dinner To avoid scalding from escaping steam, never
plates, place the plate on top of the trivet. place your face or hands over the cooker when
removing the lid.
5. Arrange food on the steamer allowing 1cm
gaps between the food so the steam can
flow evenly around all sides.

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 WARNING
Care & Cleaning Do not immerse the body, power cord or power
plug in water or any other liquid as this may
The cooker bowl, outer body, lid and cause electrocution.
accessories should be thoroughly cleaned
before every use. CLEANING THE LID
Before cleaning, ensure the cooker is turned off 1. Remove the pressure release valve from
by pressing and holding the STOP/CANCEL the lid.
button on the control panel. The cooker is 2. Open the lid by turning the lid knob
off when the button backlight is no longer counter clockwise and lifting lid up and off
illuminated. the appliance until it is in the hinged open
Remove the power plug from the power outlet position. Unscrew and remove the sealing
and remove the connector end of the power nut from the centre of the lid and pull the lid
cord from the cooker base. Allow the cooker away to remove from the lid arm.
and all accessories to cool completely before 3. Gently pull the silicone lid seal out from
disassembling and cleaning. around the wire ring on the underside of
the lid.
CLEANING THE BOWL AND 4. Wash the sealing nut and pressure release
OUTER BODY valve in warm soapy water. Rinse with clean
1. The removable cooking bowl can be washed water and dry thoroughly.
in the dishwasher. However, to maintain 5. Wash the silicone lid seal and the lid on the
the ceramic coating, it is recommended to top rack of the dishwasher. Alternatively,
wash the cooking bowl in warm soapy water wash in warm soapy water, rinse with clean
using a mild household detergent. Rinse water and dry thoroughly.
with clean water and dry thoroughly. 6. After cleaning the lid, regularly inspect and
2. Wipe the moat and outer body with a ensure;
soft, damp sponge. A non-abrasive liquid a) Safety locking pin moves up and down
cleanser or mild spray solution may be freely. Always remove any oil or food
used to avoid build-up of stains. Apply residue left on this area.
the cleanser to the sponge, not the cooker
surface, before cleaning.
3. Remove condensation drip cup by gently
pulling the bottom away from the body.
Wash in warm soapy water, rinse with
clean water, dry thoroughly and click back
into position.
4. Wipe the LCD screen with a soft damp
cloth. Cleaning with dry cloth or abrasive
cleaners may scratch the surface.
5. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly prior to
inserting the power plug into a power outlet b) Pressure release valve and cover are clean
and turning the cooker on. and free of food or liquid. To clean, twist and
pull the pressure release valve cover off the
lid, wipe with a soapy cloth, rinse and dry
thoroughly. Clip cover back into its original
position.

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 CLEANING THE STEAMING TRAY
AND TRIVET
1. Wash all accessories in warm soapy water
with a soft sponge or soft plastic scouring
pad. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, metal
scouring pads or metal utensils to clean
any of the accessories as they may damage
the surfaces.
2. To extend the life of your accessories,
we do not recommend that these be placed
in the dishwasher.
c) Pressure safety valve is clean and free of
food or liquid. To clean, push the valve from
inside so the valve sits open on the TIP
lid and remove any oil or food residue.
To help eliminate food odours, combine 2 cups
Ensure the valve moves in and out smoothly
(500ml) hot water, ½ cup (125ml) lemon juice,
after cleaning.
1 tablespoon lemon rind and 1 tablespoon
vanilla extract in the removable cooking bowl.
Pressure cook at 80kPa for 5 minutes using
Natural steam release.

STORAGE
1. Ensure the cooker is turned off by pressing
the STOP/CANCEL button on the control
panel. The cooker is off when the button
backlight is no longer illuminated.
2. Remove the power plug from the power
outlet. Allow the cooker and all accessories
to cool completely before disassembling
and cleaning.
7. Attach the clean silicone lid seal securely 3. Ensure the cooker and all accessories are
back around the wire ring on the underside clean and dry.
of the lid. Adjust position if necessary so
that it sits comfortably and is free from 4. Ensure the bowl is inserted into the cooker;
any distortions. the trivet is inserted into the steaming tray
and placed inside the bowl.
8. To reattach the lid, orient the lid so that the
steam release valve housing is to the rear of 5. Ensure the lid is closed and in the
the unit, and then align the centre of the lid locked position.
with the bolt on the underside of the lid arm 6. Store the appliance in an upright position
and push into position to expose the screw standing level on its support legs. Do not
thread. Secure the lid by screwing on the store anything on top.
sealing nut so that the red seal touches the
lid surface.

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 Troubleshooting

PROBLEM EASY SOLUTION

The lid cannot be opened at the • Press the STEAM RELEASE button until all internal pressure is
end of the cooking cycle released and the cooker can be opened.
• Once all internal pressure has been released using the STEAM
RELEASE button, turn the pressure release valve to the open
position, facing away from the lid knob.
• If this occurs frequently, the cooker may need to be adjusted to
suit your current altitude. Follow “Altitude Adjust” instructions on
page 15.

‘Open Lid' is displayed on the LCD • Turn the lid knob clockwise and counter clockwise.
when the lid is open

Steam is escaping from the lid • Assemble the lid correctly ensuring there is no gap between lid
OR arm and the stainless steel lid. The sealing nut should be screwed
on tightly. Follow step 5 on page 12.
Safety locking pin does not rise
• Ensure the silicone lid seal is clean, free from damage or cracks and
OR is properly inserted. Follow step 4 on page 12.
Cooker is not getting to pressure • Ensure that the safety locking pin can move freely up and down.
OR Follow step 6a on page 26.
Timer will not count down • When the lid is locked, ensure the safety locking pin is properly
aligned within the opening of the lid arm. See step 7, page 18.
• Ensure that the pressure release valve is properly seated in position
and facing the lid knob. Follow step 8 on page 19.
• Add more liquid/food to the bowl. There should be a minimum of
1 litre combined food and liquid.
• If problem persists, call Sage Customer Service.

The cooker automatically switches • Add more water to the cooking bowl and restart the cycle.
to keep warm without going
through a complete cooking cycle

Water is collecting on • Ensure the cooker is on a flat level surface and that the
the benchtop condensation drip cup is installed on the back of the cooker.
Follow “Preparing the Fast Slow Pro” instructions on page 12.
• Empty the condensation drip cup.

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