Introduction Thank you for purchasing this state of the art Fagor LUX Multi- Cooker! The Fagor LUX can be used to steam, simmer, brown, sauté, cook white rice, brown rice, risotto, yogurt, pressure cook and slow cook foods to perfection. The user friendly electronic controls are simple and straightforward, allowing you to set recipe times with ease.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS The product you have purchased is a state of the art appliance. It adheres to all of the latest safety and technology standards; however, as with any electric appliance, there are some potential risks. Only operate this cooker in accordance with the instructions provided and only for its intended household use.
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• Only qualified experts may repair and perform maintenance work on the electric Multi-cooker using authentic FAGOR replacement and accessory parts. Never attempt to dissemble and repair the Multi-cooker yourself. • This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injury.
Features and Functions Top of the lid Pressure regulating knob (1) (2) Self- Locking pin Cool-touch handle (3) Bottom of the lid (13) Inner Cover (4) Floating valve (5) Silicone gasket Body of Multi-cooker (14) Inner Cover Holder (7) Anti-blocking case (6) Safety Pressure Valve (pull up to remove) Condensation reservoir (8)
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Check the silicone gasket for any tears or cracks before using the pressure cooking, slow cooking, or any of the rice cooking functions. To order a new gasket, please contact a Fagor Representative at 1-800-207-0806 or purchase it directly on the Fagor website at www.fagoramerica.com.
Read the safety instructions found in this manual before plugging in and operating the unit. Before using the Multi-cooker for the first time, follow these steps: 1. Remove all packing materials and literature from within the Fagor LUX Multi- Cooker. Lift out the removable cooking pot and remove any pieces of paper from under it.
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Simply add at least a half a cup of water into the bottom of your removable cooking pot and insert the Fagor Stainless Steel Steamer Basket and Trivet. Make sure that the steamer basket is positioned above the water. The Fagor Stainless Steel Steamer Basket and Trivet can be purchased separately on the Fagor website at www.fagoramerica.com.
Pressure Cooking Program This program will allow food to cook faster under pressure by reducing cooking time up to 70% compared to traditional cooking methods. Pressure cooking is fast, easy, safe and healthy! 1. Before every use, make sure the silicone gasket and the pressure regulating valves are clean and are properly placed within the cooker.
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WARNING: NEVER TRY TO FORCE THE LID OPEN WHILE YOU ARE COOKING UNDER PRESSURE. THIS CAN RESULT IN A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. WARNING: NEVER DEEP FRY OR PRESSURE FRY IN THE MULTI-COOKER. IT IS DANGEROUS AND MAY CAUSE A FIRE AND SERIOUS DAMAGE. 12.
3. Use a minimum of 1 cup of liquid when cooking vegetables. 4. When steaming vegetables, use the Fagor Stainless Steel Steamer Basket and Trivet, which can be purchased at the Fagor website at www.fagoramerica. com or by calling a Fagor Representative at 1-800-207-0806.
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Sweet Potatoes, cubed 7-9 minutes 9-11 minutes Sweet Potatoes, whole 10-15 minutes 12-19 minutes Tomatoes, quartered 2 minutes 4 minutes Zucchini 2 minutes 3 minutes Pressure Cooking Fresh or Dried Fruits: To achieve best results when pressure cooking dried or fresh fruit, please refer to the below tips and hints: 1.
Pressure Cooking Seafood: To achieve best results when cooking seafood, please refer to the below tips and hints: 1. Always leave at least 2 inches from the top rim to prevent overflowing. 2. Smaller types of seafood, such as clams and shrimp, do not take long to cook, therefore, it’s best to add these types of seafood to a dish during the last few minutes of cooking.
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7. Once cook time is over, the Multi-cooker will automatically go to KEEP WARM function until you press the START/STOP button to cancel the program. Brown Rice: The BROWN RICE function ensures your rice is cooked entirely while maintaining all of its richness and nutrients. This function transforms your rice flawlessly by utilizing a specialized cooking cycle.
Slow Cooking Program Prepare slow cooker classics such as pot roasts, soups and stews in up to 10 hours with this function. Load your ingredients in the morning and dinner will be waiting for you in the evening. 1. Place the removable cooking pot into the Multi-cooker. 2.
Yogurt Program You only need two ingredients to make yogurt at home: any type of milk and plain store-bought yogurt (with live active cultures) or starter yogurt. Choosing the Milk: The following types of milk may be used: 1. Pasteurized milk of any fat content (full, 2%, 1% or skim milk) 2.
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Yogurt Making Process: 1. Take the starter yogurt from the refrigerator so that it has time to get closer to room temperature while you heat the milk. 2. Place the amount of milk desired in the removable cooking pot. Leave the lid off and heat the milk to 180-185°F by pressing the SLOW COOK LOW function.
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2. When you heat the milk in glass jars, add 1 cup of water into the removable cooking pot, then insert a yogurt making rack and place your glass jars on top of the rack. Place the lid on the Multi-cooker; align the protruding pin on the handle with the condensation collector (open lock symbol), and turn it counterclockwise until the locking pin clicks into place.
Greek Yogurt 1. Place the strainer or a cheese cloth inside a container so the strainer doesn’t touch the bottom of the container to allow for better drainage. 2. Pour the homemade yogurt into the the strainer or cheese cloth and cover with the lid.
Sauté Function This program allows you to sauté food before cooking. Sauté small pieces of food on high heat with very little oil before using the pressure cooking or slow cooking functions. Pat food dry with a paper towel before sautéing. For best results, make sure the oil is hot before adding your meat, poultry, etc.
Press the START/STOP button to begin cooking. 6. When done steaming, press the START/STOP button to cancel the program. *Please note that the Fagor Stainless Steel Steamer Basket and Trivet can be purchased separately. To purchase this item, please go to the Fagor website at www.fagoramerica.com or contact a Fagor Representative at 1-800-207-...
Time Delay Function This function allows you to delay the cooking process up to 6 hours. You can use the delay time setting after choosing a cooking program: Pressure Cook HIGH and LOW, Slow Cook HIGH and LOW, White Rice, Brown Rice and Risotto functions.
6. If the silicone gasket appears damaged, cracked or torn, do not use the unit and contact Fagor Customer Service Department at 1-800-207-0806 or visit the Fagor website to purchase a new silicone gasket at www.fagoramerica. com. 7. For optimal performance, the bottom of the cooker, in the area under the removable cooking pot where the temperature sensor and heating pad are located must be cleaned after each use.
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3. Turn the lid over and place it on a table top. Pull out the anti-locking case. Using a brush or toothpick, check and remove any food or foreign particles that may be lodged in the floating valve. Replace the anti-locking case by pressing down.
SERVICE AND REPAIR: If service is required for an appliance, you should first call toll free 1-800-207-0806 between the hours of 8:30 am and 5:30 pm Eastern Standard Time and ask for CUSTOMER SERVICE. Please refer to “Fagor 8 Quart LUX Multi-Cooker item # 670041960” when you call.
The manufacturer reserves the right to modify the terms described in this manual. El fabricante se reserva el derecho de modifi car los modelos descritos en el presente libro de instrucciones. Le fabricant se reserve le droit de modifi er les modèles décrits dans la brochure.
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