Hawkins Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker for Silver 100 Ounce

Manufacturer Overview: Food-Grade Superior Stainless Steel

The Hawkins Stainless Steel pressure cooker is expertly constructed from food-grade, 18/8 non-magnetic stainless steel (AISI Grade 304). This specific grade features 18% chromium and 8% nickel, which significantly enhances resistance to corrosion and enables it to handle the various acids present in common foods, including fruits, meats, milk, and vegetables. As a result, this stainless steel grade is highly regarded for crafting cooking utensils. When used correctly, the robust Type 304 stainless steel ensures that the Hawkins Stainless Steel pressure cooker will serve you faithfully for many years.

Durable Food-Grade Stainless Steel Lid

The pressure cooker's lid is made from the same high-quality 18/8 stainless steel, guaranteeing exceptional hygiene and durability.

5.8 mm Extra-Thick, Heat-Diffusing Sandwich Bottom

Both the body and lid of the pressure cooker utilize food-grade superior stainless steel for enhanced durability. The base features a 4.1 mm thick aluminum core sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel, promoting rapid and even heat distribution. This innovative design eliminates hotspots, ensuring that your food won't burn or stick during cooking. Additionally, the cooker bottom is constructed from AISI Grade 430 magnetic stainless steel, making it compatible with both gas and induction cooktops. The extra-thick base remains perfectly flat and does not bulge, allowing for safe light or deep frying before using the pressure cooking function.

Hawkins Pressure-Locked Safety Lid

The distinctive Hawkins Pressure-Locked Safety lid operates similarly to a modern jetliner door. While pressurized, it remains locked and cannot be opened until it is safe, ensuring user safety.

Enhanced Sealing Through Ingenious Design – 'Play' Feature

A cleverly designed lid handle bar allows for intentional 'play' or movement when attached to the lid. This feature guarantees a perfect seal between the lid and the rim of the cooker. It is essential not to tighten the bar overly, as this 'play' is crucial for optimal sealing.

Fixed Sturdy Pivot for Secure Locking

The sturdy fixed pivot supports the self-centralizing lid, locking it securely in place to create a steam-tight seal. It also distributes pressure evenly across the metal handle itself, preventing unnecessary stress on the plastic parts and improving their longevity.

Superior Pressure Regulation System

The newly improved pressure regulation system provides better pressure control, accelerates cooking times, reduces fuel consumption, and minimizes foaming when cooking frothy foods like dal.

Automatic Safety Valve

Designed to enhance safety, the automatic valve deflects steam and food downward if it activates, ensuring safe operation.

Long-Lasting Gasket Design

The lid's design protects the gasket from sideways rubbing, cutting, or scraping during use, as it fits from the inside. Furthermore, this design reduces the gasket's exposure to food acids, prolonging its life.

Comfortable, Stay-Cool Handles

The pressure cooker includes ergonomically designed stay-cool handles for easy and comfortable handling while cooking. The recessed metal screws and rivets ensure that your hands do not contact hot metal during use.

Innovative Curved Body Design

The cooker features an appropriately curved body that offers three key benefits: easy stirring during pre-pressure cooking, prevention of food sticking or burning, and straightforward cleanup.

Versatile Cooking on Multiple Surfaces

The AISI Grade 430 magnetic base enables compatibility with induction cooktops, while also being suitable for gas, electric, ceramic, and halogen stoves. The thick base retains its flatness and maintains contact across cooking surfaces, even after extensive use.

The Hawkins Cookbook Advantage

Each pressure cooker is supplied with a complimentary cookbook or instruction manual. This resource provides practical guidance on using and caring for your cooker, along with a plethora of tested recipes. Feel free to experiment and create your own once you're comfortable with your new appliance!

The Hawkins Test Kitchen's Commitment

The Test Kitchen is dedicated to writing user instructions, developing new recipes, and addressing customer inquiries. They rigorously test products from the consumer's perspective, and if any prototypes exhibit issues, they promptly return them to R&D for refinement.

UL Certification for Safety Assurance

The Hawkins models certified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), known for its longstanding reputation since 1894, bear the UL mark, which is recognized globally as a reliable safety symbol. Products undergo thorough evaluation and factory surveillance to ensure compliance with safety standards.

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