Brand: FAGOR
Category: Cookware
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for Rapid Express
Uploaded: April 20, 2026, 8:08 p.m.
Warranty Information
Limited Warranty information is provided.
Important Safeguards: Always read and follow all safety precautions when using the pressure cooker. Do not touch hot surfaces, keep children supervised, and never force the cooker open. Ensure the unit is properly closed before operation and do not overfill.
Before First Use: Wash all parts thoroughly with warm water and mild soap. Hand wash the lid and components, and dry the gasket. Apply a thin coat of cooking oil to the gasket.
Adding Food and Liquid: Use at least 1/2 cup of liquid for cooking up to 10 minutes, or 2 cups for longer durations. Never use oil as the only cooking liquid. Do not fill over two-thirds full (half full for expanding foods like rice or dried vegetables).
Closing the Lid and Cooking: Align the marks on the lid and pot handle, press down lightly, slide the lid handle clockwise, and push the pressure lock button up. Turn the operating valve to the pressure setting (pot symbol). Heat on high until pressure is reached, then lower heat to maintain a gentle steam flow. Start timing your recipe.
Releasing Pressure: Choose between Natural Release (remove from heat and let pressure drop), Cold Water Release (run cold water over the lid), or Automatic Release (turn valve to steam symbol). Always open the lid away from your face.
Care and Cleaning: Wash the pot in the dishwasher. Hand wash the lid with mild soap and a non-abrasive pad. Dry thoroughly to maintain the mirror finish. Remove and oil the gasket after each use.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| PROBLEM | REASON | SOLUTION |
|---|---|---|
| The lid got jammed while trying to slide it closed, and will not open or close. | If the instructions in the “Closing the Lid and Cooking” section of this manual were not followed carefully, the lid might get jammed while trying to close it. | If there is some resistance when attempting to slide the lid closed, do not force it. Stop, slide it back, lift the lid and try aligning the marks again as described in the "Closing the Lid and Cooking” section of this manual. If the lid jams, never try to force it closed. To un-jam try sliding the lid open again. If you cannot open it, please contact the Fagor Customer Service Department at: 1-800-207-0806 or email at: [email protected]. |
| There is water leaking from the lower handle while the cooker is building pressure. | While the pressure cooker is building pressure, a little water might drip from around the area of the pressure lock on the pot handle. The water comes from steam condensed on the inside of the lid. The dripping will stop when the pressure cooker reaches full pressure. However, if it's a continuous leak, or does not stop after pressure has been reached, it might be for one of the following reasons: 1. The nuts and screws on the handle have loosened. 2. The gasket has not been oiled. | 1. Make sure the lower handle is screwed tight to the pot before using the pressure cooker or after the all pressure has been released. Tighten the screws with a screwdriver if necessary. 2. Make sure you wash and dry your gasket after every use, and oil it regularly. |
| Pressure does not build up (the visual pressure indicator does not pop up after more than 5 minutes on high heat). | 1. There is not enough liquid. 2. The pressure cooker was not properly closed. 3. The valve is dirty and/or obstructed. 4. The silicone gasket is not in place, or is dirty or worn. 5. The operating valve is not in the correct position. | 1. Always use the appropriate amount of liquid called for in the recipe. This amount should never be less than 1½ cup. However, never fill the pressure cooker more than half full with liquids. 2. Following the instructions given in this manual, close the pressure cooker so that a tight seal is created, which will allow for adequate pressure build-up. 3. The valve can become dirty when cooking foods such as dried beans which have a tendency to foam. Clean the valve periodically. 4. Make sure the silicone gasket is clean and well positioned before using the pressure cooker. After continued use, the silicone gasket will begin to wear and should be replaced at least once a year if the pressure cooker is used frequently. 5. Make sure the operating valve has been turned to the pressure setting (the picture of a pot). The pressure cooker will not build up pressure if the operating valve is turned to the steam release position (the picture of the steam). |