How to Avoid Pressure Cooker Accidents?

Pressure cookers bring a lot of convenience to modern catering and home kitchens. Proper use of pressure cookers can avoid accidents such as pressure cooker explosions and steam scalding. Learn how to avoid pressure cooker accidents and provide users with better guidance and experience. This article will explain to you from the perspectives of use, maintenance, and safety design.

1. Common pressure cooker accident types

During use, common pressure cooker accidents mainly include:

• Explosion accident: The pressure in the pot is too high and not released in time, causing the pot body to rupture or the lid to fly off.
• Steam scald: Incorrect operation of the exhaust valve or opening the lid before the pressure is released.
• Dry-burning melting pot: Dry-burning without water in the pot, deformation of the bottom and even fire.
• Safety valve failure: The safety valve is blocked or fails and cannot be exhausted normally.

These accidents can essentially be prevented through correct operating habits and the safety design of high-quality products.

2. How to avoid pressure cooker accidents?

2.1  Operate correctly according to the instructions

Each pressure cooker has an adapted usage process. Please be sure to:

Operate according to the product instructions;

Do not exceed the specified capacity (usually the ingredients and water do not exceed 2/3 of the pot body);

Confirm whether the sealing ring, exhaust hole, and safety valve are clean and unobstructed before use.

2.2 Correct heating and depressurization

Do not leave when heating, control the fire to medium or small, and avoid long-term accumulation of high temperature and high pressure;

After cooking, wait for natural depressurization or use the exhaust valve to reduce pressure, and open the lid after the pressure is completely released;

Do not twist the lid forcibly or use cold water to force the pot body to cool down.

2.3 Do not replace accessories at will

Sealing rings, safety valves, etc. are key components of pressure cookers, which need to be checked regularly and replaced with original parts. Poor quality accessories may cause serious safety hazards.

3. Regular maintenance and inspection: guarantee to prevent accidents

After each use, clean the exhaust hole and safety valve to avoid being blocked by residues;

Check whether the sealing ring is aging and deformed. It is generally recommended to replace it every 6-12 months;

Check whether the lid locking structure and the pot body are loose or cracked;

Make sure the outside of the pot body is dry, free of oil and water stains to prevent slipping and dry burning.

4. Safety design advantages of Linkton pressure cooker

Linkton, as a professional stainless steel pressure cooker manufacturer, fully considers user safety at the beginning of the design of the wholesale pressure cooker series:

Multiple safety valve design: main safety valve + auxiliary safety valve + pressure indicator device, three-level joint protection to prevent overpressure;

Anti-mistaken opening structure: automatically lock the lid when there is pressure in the pot to prevent users from opening it by mistake and causing burns;

Food-grade silicone sealing ring: high-temperature resistance, long life, more stable sealing effect;

Gravity alloy lid lock: high-pressure resistance, explosion-proof structure with high strength;

Applicable to a variety of stoves (including induction cookers), improving operation convenience and safety.

5. Decoding common misunderstandings about pressure cookers

Misunderstanding 1: If you can’t hear the sound, is there no pressure?

Different pressure cookers have different silent designs. You cannot judge the pressure by the sound. You must check the pressure indicator or the safety valve status.

Misunderstanding 2: Can you open the lid yourself if the exhaust is slow?

It takes time for the internal pressure of the pressure cooker to release. You must wait until the pressure is eliminated before opening the lid; otherwise, it is easy to burn.

Misunderstanding 3: Can the sealing ring be used for a long time?

After long-term high-temperature use, the sealing ring will age and deform. Regular replacement of the sealing ring is very important.

Conclusion

Pressure cookers are not dangerous kitchen utensils, but scientifically designed and rationally used, safe and reliable efficient cooking tools. Choosing high-quality products produced by regular manufacturers, strictly abiding by the usage specifications, and developing good maintenance habits can easily avoid most accidents. If you are looking for a safer, more durable, and more professional pressure cooker solution, please contact us to learn about Linkton’s high-quality pressure cooker wholesale series. We are committed to providing stable and efficient cooking equipment for commercial kitchens.