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  • Page 1 ULTRA User Manual...
  • Page 2 Back of cover...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Safeguards 2 - 5 Overview Control and Features 7 - 9 Getting Started 10 - 11 Pressure Cooking 12 - 15 Non-Pressure Cooking 16 - 19 Cooking and Safety Tips 20, 21 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting 23 - 25 Warranty 26, 27...

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    Important Safeguards SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using pressure cookers, basic safety precautions should always be followed. 1) Do not touch hot surfaces of pressure cooker. Use handles only. 2) Do not place the cooker on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven. 3) Intended for countertop use only.
  • Page 5 See “Getting Started” pages 10-11. 18) Use of accessories and parts that are not branded Instant Pot® or recommended by the Instant Pot Company® may cause the cooker to malfunction. Cook only in Instant Pot®...
  • Page 6 Important Safeguards 20) Always check the steam release valve, float valve and anti-block shield for clogging before use. When in operation or releasing steam/pressure DO NOT place Do not move pot when unprotected skin over the steam release valve. pot is in operation ...

  • Page 7: Special Cord Set Instructions

    Supply Power 120V~ 6 quart 15.7x 23.9cm 33 x 31 x 32 cm 7.12 kg Ultra 1000 W 60Hz 6.2 x 9.4 in. 13 x 12.2 x 12.6 in. 15.7 lbs Working Pressure: Low Pressure: 5.8 - 7.2 PSI (40 - 50 kPa); High Pressure: 10.2 - 11.6 PSI (70 - 80 kPa) ...

  • Page 8: Overview

    Overview Steam release valve Anti-block shield Float valve Lid handle Steam release reset button To install: Position the anti-block shield in place and Lid position push down Lid fin marker Stainless steel inner pot To remove: Using your thumb, push the side of the anti-block shield towards the lid rim and lift up with some effort.

  • Page 9: Control And Features

    Control and Features Control Panel The control panel of your Instant Pot® Ultra consists of a large LCD display, a central dial for program selections and adjustments, a Cancel button and a Start button. Cooking Programs Program Time display Settings...
  • Page 10 It also remembers your most recent program setting per function for a more personalized cooking experience. Ultra: The ultimate cooking tool to allow full user control of pressure and non-pressure cooking conditions. You can adjust different parameters based on your favourite recipes.
  • Page 11  Sterilize ** 0:00 - 4:00  Low/Med/High/  Yogurt 0:30 - 99:30 Custom ** Please refer to ‘USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning’ for details. The Ultra has not been tested by USDA for food safety in pressure canning.**...

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Getting Started Read warning card and warning stickers. Remove all packaging materials and warning stickers from the cooker and accessories. Clean the inner pot, lid and accessories with water and detergent before the first use. Install the condensation collector at the rear of the cooker by aligning the top of the collector with the guides on the cooker and press in.

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Getting Started Remove the lid by holding the handle, turning the lid counter-clockwise and lifting the lid. Remove the inner pot from the pressure cooker. Add food and liquid as the recipe directs. If steaming, place the steam rack on the bottom of the inner pot first.

  • Page 14: Pressure Cooking

    Pressure Cooking The following pressure cooking programs are available: Ultra, Pressure Cook, Meat/Stew, Soup/Broth, Bean/Chili, Steam, Sterilize, Rice, Multigrain, Porridge, Egg and Cake. Position the steam release valve to Sealing by pushing the steam release button counter-clockwise. Connect the power cord. The default cooking program Pressure Cook flashes and the LCD displays the program settings.
  • Page 15 Pressure Cooking To begin cooking, follow these steps: Quick and Easy Start Cancel Start Turn dial to the desired cooking program. Cancel Start Program Settings (Optional) Press Start to begin cooking. At any time if an error is made, press Cancel to go back to the Cancel Start Cancel...
  • Page 16 Pressure Cooking Systems Settings (Sound ON/OFF, Temperature Unit and Altitude) Press the Cancel button to return the cooker to standby mode displaying OFF. Push and hold the central dial for 5 seconds and then release the hold. Rotate to select the parame- ter you wish to change, press the central dial and rotate to make adjustments.
  • Page 17 Pressure Cooking Depending on the amount of food and its temperature, the preheating cycle can last from 10 to 40 minutes. As the cooker heats up and pressure builds, the float valve will rise. When working pressure is reached, the cooker enters the cooking cycle and the LCD displays the remaining cooking time.

  • Page 18: Non-Pressure Cooking

    Non-Pressure Cooking The following non-pressure cooking programs are available: Sauté, Yogurt, Ultra, Slow Cook, and Warm. Connect the power cord. The default cooking program Pressure Cook flashes. Quick and Easy Start Turn the dial to the desired Cancel Start cooking program.
  • Page 19 Non-Pressure Cooking Slow Cook, Warm and Ultra An Instant Pot® glass lid may be used. If using the pressure cooking lid, make sure the steam release valve is in Venting position. Sauté Choose temperatures between Med (for regular browning), Low (for simmering or thickening sauce) and High (for stir-frying or blackening meat).

  • Page 20: Making Yogurt

    Non-Pressure Cooking Making Yogurt 1. Heat Milk Add milk to the inner pot. Connect the power cord. The LCD displays OFF indicating that the cooker is in standby state. Rotate the central dial to locate the Yogurt program, and then press to select it. Press the central dial again to set the desired heating Time.
  • Page 21 Non-Pressure Cooking 2. Cool Milk Remove the inner pot and place it on a wire rack. Allow the milk to cool to 115°F/46°C. Test the milk temperature with a thermometer. 3. Add Starter Culture Add starter culture to the warm milk in the inner pot. Stir. Place the inner pot back into the cooker and close the lid.

  • Page 22: Cooking And Safety Tips

    Cooking and Safety Tips Safety Tips • Extreme caution should be taken when pushing the steam release reset button. Keep hands and face away from the steam release openings. Failure to comply may result in scalding or serious injury. • Do not open the lid until pressure inside the pot is completely released. As a safety feature, until the float valve drops down the lid is locked and cannot be opened.

  • Page 23: Cooking And Safety Tips

    Cooking and Safety Tips • Follow the recipe instructions for releasing pressure. With the Quick Release method, begin immediately upon completion of pressure cooking; otherwise the food may be overcooked. With the Natural Release method, wait for the amount of time specified in the recipe.

  • Page 24: Care And Cleaning

    Care and Cleaning Unplug your Instant Pot® and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning. • The inner pot and lid are both dishwasher safe • Remove the inner pot and lid and wash with detergent. Rinse with clear water and wipe dry with a soft cloth.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you experience any problem with the cooker, please DO NOT return the product to the retail store or online merchant. For technical assistance and product return information: • Create a support ticket: www.InstantPot.com/support/ • Email: support@instantpot.com • Call 1800 828 7280 for the customer care team. You can also find tips, videos and FAQs on www.InstantPot.com/faq/ The issues in the following tables do not always indicate a faulty cooker.
  • Page 26 Troubleshooting Solution Problem Possible reason No sealing ring. Install the sealing ring. Steam leaks from the side of the lid Sealing ring damaged. Replace the sealing ring. Food debris attached to the Clean the sealing ring. sealing ring. Lid not closed properly. Open then close the lid again.
  • Page 27 Troubleshooting Problem Possible reason Solution All LCDs flash with a Faulty temperature sensor. Contact support. code appearing on Faulty temperature sensor. Contact support. screen Temperature is too high Insert the inner pot Code because inner pot is not properly. placed properly into the cooker.

  • Page 28: Warranty

    When this appliance is operated and maintained in accordance with written instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Instant Pot Company will pay for either (i) repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this appliance was purchased or (ii), at its sole and exclusive discretion, replace the appliance for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
  • Page 29 Warranty Registration and Service Please visit http://instantpot.com/support/register/ to register your new Instant Pot and validate your warranty within thirty (30) days of purchase. You will be asked to provide the store name, date of purchase and model number (found on the base of your cooker) along with your name and address.
  • Page 30 Telephone: +1 800 828-7280 Fax: +1 (613) 800-0726 Web: www.InstantPot.com Europe Email: support@instantpot.co.uk US and Canada E-mail: support@instantpot.com To enhance your experience with Instant Pot®, join the official Instant Pot Community  Facebook.com/groups/instantpotcommunity  twitter.com/instantpot Instant Pot® Free Recipe App & More...

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