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Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.
To avoid injury, read and understand instruction manual before using this appliance. Failure to do so may result in injury.
Electrical shock hazard. Use grounded outlet only. DO NOT remove ground. DO NOT use an adapter. DO NOT use an extension cord. Failure to follow instructions can cause electric shock or death.
THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND THE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE IS A MISUSE OF YOUR APPLIANCE THAT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CREATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.
As per UL safety requirements, a short power supply cord (0.6 m to 0.9 m / 24" to 35") is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement and tripping.
This appliance has a 3-prong grounding plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible.
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Duo Nova Mini | 3 Quarts / 2.8 Litres | 120 V~60 Hz | 700 W | 8.8 lb / 3.99 kg | 11.5" × 10.2" × 11" 29.2 cm × 25.9 cm × 27.9 cm |
Duo Nova 60 | 6 Quarts / 5.7 Litres | 120 V~60 Hz | 1000 W | 11.8 lb / 5.37 kg | 13.2" × 12.2" × 12.5" 33.5 cm × 31 cm × 31.7 cm |
Duo Nova 80 | 8 Quarts / 7.6 Litres | 120 V~60 Hz | 1200 W | 15.6 lb / 7.08 kg | 14.8" × 13.6" × 14" 37.6 cm × 34.3 cm × 36.8 cm |
Top of Lid
Underside of Lid
Inner Pot
Cooker Base
Note: Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual appliance.
Duo Nova Multi-Use Pressure Cookers feature an intuitive control panel with LED display to help make cooking fast and easy.
![]() | [OFF] indicates that the cooker is in Standby mode. |
![]() | [Lid] indicates that the cooker lid is not properly secured. |
![]() | [On] indicates that the cooker is preheating. |
![]() | [Auto] indicates that the Rice Smart Program is running. |
![]() | [boiL] indicates that the Yogurt Smart Program is in the process of pasteurizing milk (i.e., the Yogurt Smart Program is set to More). |
![]() | [Hot] indicates that the Sauté Smart Program has reached cooking temperature and food may be added to the inner pot. |
![]() | [HH:MM] displays one of the following:
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![]() | [End] indicates that a Smart Program has ended. |
![]() | [Food Burn] indicates that the cooker is overheating due to insufficient liquid. See "Troubleshooting" for more information. |
![]() | [C*] indicates that an error has occurred. See "Troubleshooting" for more information on error codes. |
Illuminated when the heating element is active, e.g., during preheating mode and when heat is being applied during cooking.
Illuminated when the cooker is using a pressure cooking program.
Illuminated when Keep Warm is in progress.
Illuminated when cooker sounds are turned off.
Note: Audible safety alerts (beeps) cannot be turned off.
Illuminated to indicate the Smart Program selected or running.
Select a pressure cooking Smart Program and press Pressure Level to toggle between "Low" and "High" pressure settings.
When cooking begins, the setting will be saved and remembered the next time the Smart Program is selected.
Tip: Higher pressures create higher cooking temperatures.
Select a pressure cooking Smart Program and press the Smart Program key again to toggle through the "Less," "Normal" and "More" cooking time settings. View the cooking programs options.
When cooking begins, the setting will be saved and remembered the next time the Smart Program is selected.
With a Smart Program selected, press Delay Start to activate the delay hours. Press "−/+" to adjust.
Press Delay Start again to activate the delay minutes. Press "−/+" to adjust.
Delay start will activate after 10 seconds and start counting down.
Delay start can be set to a minimum of 10 minutes or maximum of 24 hours.
With a Smart Program selected, press Keep Warm to toggle ON or OFF. The Keep Warm light will be illuminated when set to ON. Keep Warm will start automatically after the Smart Program ends and continue until Cancel is pressed or the cooker lid is removed.
Select a non-pressure cooking Smart Program and press the Smart Program again to toggle through the "Less," "Normal" and "More" cooking temperature settings.
When cooking begins, the setting will be saved and remembered the next time the Smart Program is selected.
Select a non-pressure cooking Smart Program and press "−/+" to adjust cooking time. Cooking time adjustments made while cooking is in progress will apply to the current cooking session only and will not be saved.
With a Smart Program selected, press Delay Start to activate the delay hours. Press "−/+" to adjust.
Press Delay Start again to activate the delay minutes. Press "−/+" to adjust.
Note: Delay Start is not available with the Sauté or Yogurt Smart Programs.
With a Smart Program selected, press Keep Warm to toggle ON and OFF.
Note: Keep Warm is not available with the Sauté or Yogurt Smart Programs.
With the cooker in Standby mode (Display reads "Off"), press and hold the Smart Program control you wish to reset to factory default for 10 seconds. The Smart Program pressure level, cooking time and temperature settings will be restored to the factory defaults.
With the cooker in Standby mode (Display reads "Off"), press and hold Cancel for 10 seconds. All Smart Program pressure levels, cooking times and temperatures will be restored to the factory defaults.
Cooker sounds are ON by default. With the appliance in Standby mode (Display reads "Off"), press and hold the "−" for 5 seconds to turn all sounds except error alerts OFF. The status indicator will be illuminated. Press and hold the "+" for 5 seconds to turn all sounds ON. The
status indicator will be extinguished.
To avoid risk of personal injury and/or property damage, do not pour food or liquid into cooker base.
Do not fill the inner pot higher than the PC MAX — 2/3 line (Pressure Cooking Maximum), as indicated on the inner pot.
Exercise extreme caution when cooking and venting food such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal, split peas, noodles, etc., as these foods may foam, froth, or spatter, and may clog the steam release pipe and/or steam release valve. Do not fill the inner pot higher than the —1/2 line when cooking these foods.
Place the lid on the cooker with the on the lid aligned with the
on the cooker base.
To lock the lid and seal the cooker, turn the lid clockwise until the is aligned with the
on the cooker base.
The sealing ring installed on the underside of the lid creates an air-tight seal between the lid and the cooker.
Remove the sealing ring by pulling it gently off of the circular, stainless steel sealing rack attached to the underside of the cooker lid.
Clean and inspect the sealing ring for deformation or damage after each use.
Reinstall by gently pressing the sealing ring over the sealing ring rack. Ensure that the sealing ring rack sits snugly within the groove in the sealing ring.
Notes: Two sealing rings are included with the cooker. Use one for sweet dishes and one for savory dishes. Only one sealing ring should be installed in the lid when using the cooker. Replace the sealing ring(s) every 12 months or when the sealing ring becomes deformed or damaged.
Always check for cuts or deformations in sealing ring prior to cooking. Only use authorized Instant Pot® sealing rings. Failure to follow these instructions may cause food to discharge, which may lead to personal injury or property damage.
Sealing rings may stretch over time. Do not use a stretched or damaged sealing ring. If puckering occurs, replace sealing ring.
When the cooker lid is locked, the Quick Release Button is automatically set to the sealed (up) position, sealing the cooker and allowing pressure to build. (The Float Valve will pop up when the cooker is pressurized.)
Release pressure by pressing down on the Quick Release Button to open the Steam Release Valve.
Close the Steam Release Valve by turning the Quick Release Button counter-clockwise until it pops up into the sealed position.
The Float Valve provides a visual indication of the pressure within the cooker.
When the Float Valve is up, the cooker is pressurized.
Clean and inspect the Float Valve after each use.
All pressure must be released and float value must be down. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage and/or personal injury.
Remove the Float Valve by pulling the Float Valve Silicone Cap off the Float Valve pipe (on the underside of the lid) and removing the float valve from top of lid.
Reinstall the Float Valve by inserting it pipe-first into float valve hole in the top of the lid. Hold it in that position while firmly pressing the silicone cap on to the valve pipe protruding from the underside of the lid.
Do not attempt to operate the pressure cooker without the float valve or silicone cap properly installed in the cooker lid.
The Steam Release Valve (located in the top of the lid) opens to allow the release of pressure within the cooker when the Quick Release Button is pressed.
The Steam Release Valve will also open automatically to regulate and maintain optimal pressure while cooking.
Remove the Steam Release Valve cover by pulling it up and off the Steam Release Valve stem.
Clean and inspect the Steam Release Valve cover after each cooker use.
Reinstall the cover by pressing it firmly downward on to the Steam Release Valve stem until it snaps into place.
Do not attempt to operate the pressure cooker without the Steam Release Valve cover installed.
The Steam Release Valve includes an Anti-Block Shield located on the underside of the lid.
The Anti-Block Shield prevents food particles from entering the Steam Release Valve and affecting the performance of the cooker.
Remove by pressing firmly against the side of the Anti-Block Shield (pressing towards outside edge of lid) until it pops off of the spring tabs.
Clean and inspect the Anti-Block Shield after each use.
Reinstall the Anti-Block Shield by centering it over the spring tabs and pressing down firmly until it snaps into place.
Do not attempt to operate the pressure cooker without the Anti-Block Shield installed.
The Condensation Collector holds the condensate that collects naturally in the Condensation Rim while cooking.
To install the Condensation Collector, align and slide the grooves on either side of the top of the reservoir over the tabs in the reservoir holder at the back of the cooker.
Do not operate the pressure cooker without the Condensation Collector installed.
Always follow the Instant Pot pressure cooking recipe instructions for depressurizing the cooker. There are two ways to release pressure. Natural Release (NR) and Quick Relase (QR).
Use Natural Release to depressurize the cooker after cooking high starch foods (e.g., soups, stews, chilis, pasta, oatmeal and congee) or when cooking foods that expand when cooked (e.g., beans and grains).
Leave the Quick Release Button in the closed position. As the temperature within the cooker drops, the cooker will depressurize naturally over time.
Depressurization time varies with volume of food and liquid in the cooker and can take 10–40 minutes or longer. When the cooker is safely depressurized, the Float Valve drops into the lid.
Do not use quick release when cooking high starch foods (e.g., soups, stews, chilis, pasta, oatmeal and congee) or when cooking foods that expand when cooked (e.g., beans and grains). To release pressure quickly, press the Quick Release Button down until it locks into place.
Pressure will be released through the Steam Release Valve. When the cooker is safely depressurized, the Float Valve will lower into the lid.
If quick venting creates undesirable steam spatter, close the Quick Release Button by turning it counter-clockwise until it pops up, and try again after a few minutes. If spatter continues, use the Natural Release procedure to release remaining pressure.
Do NOT lean over steam release valve.
Do NOT place unprotected skin over steam release valve.
Do NOT cover steam release valve.
Follow these steps to ensure that your cooker builds and releases pressure properly.
Inner pot will be hot after cooking. Always use oven mitts or Instant Pot Mini Mitts when handling a hot inner pot.
Pressure cooking is a fast, thorough and energy-efficient way to cook a variety of foods.
Heat vaporizes the liquid inside the cooker and activates the float valve, which pops up automatically to seal and allow the cooker to become pressurized.
It is normal to see some steam escaping through the float valve during this process. Pressurization time varies with the volume of liquid and food in the cooker.
When the required pressure level is reached, cooking begins. The Display will count down the Smart Program cooking time in hours and minutes.
Cooking time, temperature and pressure level can be adjusted while the Smart Program is running.
The Display will read "00:00" when the Smart Program is complete.
If Keep Warm is activated, the Display shows the elapsed time after Smart Program cooking has ended.
Always follow the Instant Pot pressure cooking recipe for the correct pressure venting procedure.
Do not attempt to remove lid while cooker is pressurized. See "Depressurizing the Cooker" for more information on releasing pressure. Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage and/or personal injury.
Follow these steps when using pressure cooking Smart Programs.
Size | Minimum Liquid* |
3 Quarts / 2.8 Litres | 1 cup (8 oz / 250 ml) |
6 Quarts / 5.7 Litres | 1 1/2 cups (12 oz / 375 ml) |
8 Quarts / 7.6 Litres | 2 cups (16 oz / 500 ml) |
Until cooker pressurizes and float valve has popped up, lid will be removable. Once pressurized, lid will lock. To avoid scalding injury, do not attempt to force lid open while cooker is pressurized. Failure to follow these instruction may result in property damage and/or personal injury.
Smart Program | Settings and Default | ||||||
Soup/Broth | Pressure | Low (35–55 kPa / 5–8 psi) | High (65–85 kPa / 9.4–12.3 psi) | ||||
Setting | Less | Normal | More | Less | Normal | More | |
Default Cooking Time (adjustable) | 00:20 | 00:30 | 04:00 | 00:20 | 00:30 | 04:00 | |
Meat/Stew | Pressure | Low (35–55 kPa / 5–8 psi) | High (65–85 kPa / 9.4–12.3 psi) | ||||
Setting | Less | Normal | More | Less | Normal | More | |
Default Cooking Time (adjustable) | 00:20 | 00:35 | 00:45 | 00:20 | 00:35 | 00:45 | |
Bean/Chili | Pressure | Low (35–55 kPa / 5–8 psi) | High (65–85 kPa / 9.4–12.3 psi) | ||||
Setting | Less | Normal | More | Less | Normal | More | |
Default Cooking Time (adjustable) | 00:25 | 00:30 | 00:40 | 00:25 | 00:30 | 00:40 | |
Poultry* | Pressure | Low (35–55 kPa / 5–8 psi) | High (65–85 kPa / 9.4–12.3 psi) | ||||
Setting | Less | Normal | More | Less | Normal | More | |
Default Cooking Time (adjustable) | 00:05 | 00:15 | 00:30 | 00:05 | 00:15 | 00:30 | |
Rice | Pressure | Low (35–55 kPa / 5–8 psi) | High (65–85 kPa / 9.4–12.3 psi) | ||||
Setting | Less | Normal | More | Less | Normal | More | |
Default Cooking Time (adjustable) | 00:08 | 00:12 | 00:15 | 00:08 | 00:12 | 00:15 | |
Multigrain* | Pressure | Low (35–55 kPa / 5–8 psi) | High (65–85 kPa / 9.4–12.3 psi) | ||||
Setting | Less | Normal | More | Less | Normal | More | |
Default Cooking Time (adjustable) | 00:20 | 00:40 | 01:00 (+ 00:45 soaking time) | 00:20 | 00:40 | 01:00 (+ 00:45 soaking time) | |
Porridge or Oatmeal | Pressure | Low (35–55 kPa / 5–8 psi) | High (65–85 kPa / 9.4–12.3 psi) | ||||
Setting | Less | Normal | More | Less | Normal | More | |
Default Cooking Time (adjustable) | 00:05 | 00:20 | 00:30 | 00:05 | 00:20 | 00:30 | |
Steam | Pressure | Low (35–55 kPa / 5–8 psi) | High (65–85 kPa / 9.4–12.3 psi) | ||||
Setting | Less | Normal | More | Less | Normal | More | |
Default Cooking Time (adjustable) | 00:03 | 00:10 | 00:15 | 00:03 | 00:10 | 00:15 | |
Pressure Cook | Pressure | Low (35–55 kPa / 5–8 psi) | High (65–85 kPa / 9.4–12.3 psi) | ||||
Setting | Less | Normal | More | Less | Normal | More | |
Default Cooking Time (adjustable) | 00:20 | 00:35 | 00:45 | 00:20 | 00:35 | 00:45 |
* Not available on Duo Nova 3 Quart models.
Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of meats reaches a safe minimum internal temperature.
Smart Program | Setting | Suggested Use | Note |
Soup/Broth | Less | Soup without meat | Liquid remains clear due to lack of boiling motion. Always use NR to release pressure when cooking soup with a high starch content. |
Normal | Soup with meat | ||
More | Rich bone broth | ||
Meat/Stew | Less | Soft texture | Choose setting based on meat texture desired, or adjust cook time manually. Allow meat to "rest" for 5–30 minutes, depending on size. It will retain cooking juices for tender, succulent meat. |
Normal | Very soft texture | ||
More | Fall-off-the-bone texture | ||
Bean/ Chili | Less | Firmer texture | Choose setting based on bean texture desired, or adjust cook time manually. When cooking beans or legumes, always use NR to release pressure. Ensure dry beans are completely submerged in water. |
Normal | Soft texture | ||
More | Very soft texture | ||
Poultry* | Less | Soft texture | Choose setting based on poultry texture desired or adjust cook time manually. Allow meat to "rest" for 5–30 minutes, depending on size. It will retain cooking juices for tender, succulent meat. *6 & 8 Quart only – Mini use Pressure Cook. |
Normal | Very soft texture | ||
More | Fall-off-the-bone texture | ||
Rice | Less | Tender but firm to bite | For cooking medium and long-grain white rice. Depending on the volume of rice, cook time may range from 8–15 minutes. Use 10-Minute Natural Release after cooking for perfect results. |
Normal | Normal texture white rice | ||
More | Softer texture white rice | ||
Multigrain* | Less | Brown rice, wild rice, black beans, chickpeas, etc. | Select "Less" or "Normal" based on type of grain and desired texture. |
Normal | Brown rice, wild rice, mung beans, etc. | "More" begins with 45 minutes of warm water soaking time prior to 60 minutes of pressure cooking. | |
More | Tough grains or a mixture of grains and beans | *6 & 8 Quart only – Mini use Pressure Cook. | |
Porridge | Less | Oatmeal—steel cut or rolled | Adjust time as directed in recipe. Always use NR to release pressure when cooking foods that expand. |
Normal | White rice, porridge/congee | ||
More | Rice porridge/congee with a mixture of various grains | ||
Steam | Less | Vegetables | Use steam rack provided to elevate food above the cooking liquid. Use QR to release pressure to prevent food from overcooking. |
Normal | Fish and Seafood | ||
More | Meat | ||
Pressure Cook | NA | Manual programming | Press Pressure Level to toggle between High and Low pressure. Use + / - keys to adjust cook time. Adjust according to recipe for desired results. |
Follow these steps when using non-pressure cooking Smart Programs.
Setting | Suggested Use |
Less | 4.5 hours to 97–100°C / 207–212°F |
Normal | 3.5 hours to 97–100°C / 207–212°F |
More | 2.5 hours to 97–100°C / 207–212°F |
Time to reach target temperature can be +/− 30 minutes from set time.
Press to adjust cooking time.
Note: When cooking begins, the setting will be saved and remembered the next time the Smart Program is selected.
Optionally, press Keep Warm to turn the food warming option on or off.
Optionally, press Delay Start and use the "−/+" controls to adjust the duration of the delay.
The Slow Cook Smart Program will begin automatically after 10 seconds.
If Delay Start is active, Display will count down the time remaining until the Smart Program begins.
When the Smart Program begins, the Display will read "On" to indicate that preheating is in progress.
When cooking begins, the Display will count down the remaining cooking time.
The Display will read "End" when the Smart Program is complete.
To end the Smart Program at any time, press Cancel.
Setting | Suggested Use |
Less | Simmering, thickening and reducing liquids |
Normal | Pan searing or sautéing |
More | Stir-frying or browning meat |
Note: Cooking temperature adjustments will be saved to the Smart Program when cooking begins.
The Sauté Smart Program will begin automatically after 10 seconds and the Display will read "On" to indicate that heating is in progress.
When the cooker has reached the target cooking temperature, the Display will read "Hot" to indicate that food may be added to the inner pot.
Note: The Display may alternate between "On" and "Hot" during cooking to indicate that the cooker is maintaining the target cooking temperature.
The Display will read "End" when the Smart Program is complete.
To end the Smart Program at any time, press Cancel. You cannot use the Keep Warm function with Sauté.
When using Sauté mode with pressure cooking, always ensure you deglaze the pot after you are finished sautéing and before you pressure cook as food can get stuck on the bottom of the inner pot.
Deglazing involves adding a thin liquid like water or broth to the hot surface and scraping the bottom with a silicone scraper or wooden spatula to remove anything that may be stuck to the bottom.
Deglazing also adds flavor to your dish and can prevent getting a "burn" notice.
When sautéing, food may burn if unmonitored. To avoid burning, do not leave cooker unattended and do not use a lid.
Smart Program | Setting | Suggested Use | Note |
Yogurt | Less | For Jiu Niang, a sweet fermented glutinous rice dessert | Default fermentation time is "24:00" hours. Adjust time based on recipe. |
Normal | Fermenting milk after curlture has been added | Default fermentation time is "08:00" hours. Adjust as desired up to "99:30" hours. "yogt" will be displayed on-screen when completed. | |
More | Pasteurizing milk | "boiL" will be displayed while Program is running. "yogt" will be displayed when completed. |
Minimum and Maximum Milk Volumes | ||
Duo Nova Model | Minimum | Maximum |
3 Quart / 2.8 Litres | 2 cups (6.7 oz / 473.2 mL) | 2 quarts (80 oz / 2.3 L) |
6 Quart / 5.7 Litres | 4 cups (32 oz / 946.4 mL) | 4 quarts (128 oz / 4.5 L) |
8 Quart / 7.6 Litres | 6 cups (50 oz / 1419.5 mL) | 6 quarts (240 oz / 6.8 L) |
Using Pre-measured Yogurt Cups
Pre-measured yogurt cups can be used with the Yogurt Smart Program.
Smart Program | Settings and Defaults | |||
Slow Cook | Setting | Less | Normal | More |
Default Cooking Time (adjustable) | 08:00 | 06:00 | 04:00 | |
Cooking Temperature (not adjustable) | 97–100°C / 207–212°F | |||
Sauté | Setting | Less | Normal | More |
Default Cooking Time (not adjustable) | 00:30 | |||
Cooking Temperature (not adjustable) | 105°C / 221°F | 169°C / 156°F | 174°C / 345°F | |
Yogurt | Setting | Less | Normal | More |
Default Cooking Time | 24:00 (adjustable) | 08:00 (adjustable) | boiL (not adjustable) | |
Cooking Temperature (not adjustable) | 33°C / 91.5°F | 42°C / 108°F | 83–88°C / 181.4–190.4°F | |
Keep Warm | Setting | Less | Normal | More |
Cooking Temperature (not adjustable) | 56°C / 133°F | 63°C / 145°F | 74°C / 165°F |
Clean the pressure cooker after each use. Always ensure the inner pot is dry on the outside before inserting into the cooker base and that the cooker base is free of food or debris.
Always unplug the cooker and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning.
Never use harsh chemical detergents, scouring pads, or powders to clean any part of the cooker.
Cleaning Method | Part | Cleaning Tip |
Dishwasher Safe or Hand Wash | Accessories • Steam Rack • Condensation Collector | Never use harsh chemical detergents, powders or scouring pads on accessories Place on top rack of dishwasher Wash after each use |
Lid Small Parts • Anti-Block Shield • Sealing Ring • Steam Release Handle • Float Valve • Float Valve Silicone Cap | Remove small parts from lid before washing Inspect and clean steam release pipe regularly Wash after each use with hot water and mild dish soap All small parts should be removed once every few cooking cycles for routine cleaning, and any time there is visible food particles | |
Inner Pot | Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on inner pot Acute hard water staining may require scrubbing with a vinegar dampened sponge Wash after each use Ensure all surfaces are dry before placing in cooker base | |
Damp Wash Only | Detachable Power Cord (3 & 6 Quart Only) | Use a barely damp cloth to wipe any particles off power cord. |
Cooker Base | Wipe the inside of the outer pot as well as the condensation rim with a barely damp cloth, and allow to air dry Clean cooker base and control panel with a soft, barely damp cloth or sponge |
Ensure heating element remains dry at all times.
Do not immerse cooker base in water or attempt to cycle through dishwasher.
Do not submerge power cord at any time.
Do not wet prongs of power cord.
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Problem | Possible Reason | Solution |
Difficulty closing lid | Sealing ring not properly installed | Reposition sealing ring, ensure it is snug behind sealing ring rack |
Float valve in the popped-up position | Gently press the float valve downward with a long utensil | |
Contents in cooker are still hot | Turn steam release handle towards "Venting" position, then lower lid onto cooker base slowly, allowing heat to dissipate | |
Difficulty opening lid | Pressure inside the cooker | Release pressure according to recipe; only open lid after float valve has dropped down |
Float valve stuck at the popped-up position due to food debris or residue | Ensure steam is completely released by quick releasing pressure, then press float valve gently with a long utensil. Open lid cautiously. Thoroughly clean float valve, surrounding area, and lid before next use. | |
Contents may be under pressure. To avoid scalding injury, do not attempt to force lid open. | ||
Inner pot is stuck to lid when cooker is opened | Cooling of inner pot may create suction, causing inner pot to adhere to the lid | To release the vacuum, turn steam release handle towards "Venting" position |
Steam leaks from side of lid | Sealing ring damaged or not installed properly | Replace sealing ring |
Lid not closed properly | Open then close lid | |
Sealing ring rack is warped or off-centre | Remove sealing ring from lid, check sealing ring rack for bends or warps, contact Customer Care | |
Food debris attached to sealing ring | Remove sealing ring and clean thoroughly | |
Inner pot rim may be misshapen | Check for deformation and contact Customer Care | |
Float valve does not rise | Food debris on float valve or float valve silicone cap | Remove float valve from lid and clean thoroughly; perform "Initial Test Run" to check for function; contact Customer Care |
Too little liquid in the inner pot | Check for scorching on bottom of inner pot; add 1 1/2 cups (12 oz / 325 mL) liquid to inner pot | |
Float valve silicone cap worn, damaged or missing | Install or replace float valve | |
Float valve obstructed by lid-locking mechanism | Tap float valve with a long utensil. If not resolved, turn cooker off and remove small parts from lid; clean thoroughly and re-install, then perform "Initial Test Run" to check for function; contact Customer Care | |
No heat in the inner pot | Perform "Initial Test Run" to check for function; contact Customer Care | |
Inner pot base may be damaged | Perform "Initial Test Run" to check for function; contact Customer Care | |
Minor steam leaking/hissing from steam release handle during cook cycle | Steam release handle not in "Sealing" position | Turn steam release handle to "Sealing" position |
Cooker is regulating excess pressure | This is normal; no action required | |
Steam gushes from steam release handle when in "Sealing" position | Not enough liquid in the inner pot | Add 1 1/2 cups (12 oz / 325 mL) of a thin cooking liquid to inner pot |
Pressure sensor control failure | Contact Customer Care | |
Steam release handle not seated properly | Turn steam release handle to "Sealing" position | |
Display remains blank after connecting the power cord | Bad power connection or no power | Inspect power cord; ensure detachable power cord is plugged tightly into base power socket; check outlet to ensure it is powered |
Cooker's electrical fuse has blown | Contact Customer Care | |
Occasional clicking or light cracking sound | The sound of power switching and expanding pressure board when changing temperatures | This is normal; no action required |
Bottom of the inner pot is wet | Wipe bottom of inner pot, and ensure heating element is dry before cooking |
Problem | Possible Reason | Solution | |
Error code appears on display and cooker beeps continuously | C1 C2 C6 C6H C6L | Faulty sensor | Contact Customer Care. |
C5 | Temperature is too high because inner pot is not placed in the cooker base | Press Cancel and wait for heating element to cool; ensure there are no foreign objects in cooker base; insert or reposition inner pot in cooker base and re-enter commands. | |
Temperature is too high because there is no water in inner pot | Check for scorching on bottom of inner pot; remove if necessary. Add thin, water-based liquid to inner pot based on size: 3 Qt - 1 cup | 6 Qt - 1 1/2 cups 8 Qt - 2 cups | ||
C7 or NoPr | Heat element has failed | Contact Customer Care | |
Not enough liquid | Add thin, water-based liquid to inner pot based on size: 3 Qt - 1 cup | 6 Qt - 1 1/2 cups 8 Qt - 2 cups | ||
Steam release handle is in the "Venting" position | Turn steam release handle to "Sealing" position. | ||
Lid | Lid is not in the correct position for the selected program | Open and close the lid. Do not use a lid when using Sauté. | |
OvHt/ Burn/ Food burn | High temperature detected at bottom of inner pot; cooker automatically reduces temperature to avoid overheating | Starch deposits at the bottom of the inner pot may have blocked heat dissipation. Turn the cooker off, release pressure according to the recipe, and inspect the bottom of the inner pot. | |
PrSE | Pressure has accumulated during a non-pressure cooking program | Turn steam release handle to "Venting" position. |
If the problems persist or for any service issue, contact an authorized service representative at support@instantpot.com or by creating a support ticket instantpot.com/support.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE APPLIANCE YOURSELF.
This Limited Warranty is effective for one year from the date of original consumer purchase. Proof of original purchase date and, if requested by an authorized representative of Instant Brands Inc. ("Instant Brands"), return of your appliance, is required to obtain service under this Limited Warranty. Provided that this appliance is operated and maintained in accordance with written instructions attached to or furnished with the appliance, Instant Brands will, in its sole and exclusive discretion, either: (i) repair defects in materials or workmanship; or (ii) replace the appliance. In the event that your appliance is replaced, the Limited Warranty on the replacement appliance will expire 12 months from the date of original consumer purchase.
This Limited Warranty extends only to the original purchaser and use of the appliance in the United States of America and Canada. This warranty does not cover units that are used outside of the United States of America and Canada.
Any modification or attempted modification to your appliance may interfere with the safe operation of the appliance and will void this Limited Warranty. This Limited Warranty does not apply in respect of any appliance or any part thereof that has been altered or modified unless such alterations or modifications were expressly authorized by an Instant Brands representative.
The liability of Instant Brands, if any, for any allegedly defective appliance or part shall in no circumstances exceed the purchase price of a comparable replacement appliance.
This Limited Warranty does not cover:
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be paid by you.
Disclaimer of Implied Warranties
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, INSTANT BRANDS MAKES NO WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS OR REPRESENTATIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY STATUTE, USAGE, CUSTOM OF TRADE OR OTHERWISE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLIANCES OR PARTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS, OR REPRESENTATIONS OF WORKMANSHIP, MERCHANTABILITY, MERCHANTABLE QUALITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR DURABILITY.
Some states or provinces do not allow for the exclusion of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so this limitation may not apply to you. In these states and provinces, you have only the implied warranties that are expressly required to be provided in accordance with applicable law.
YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE APPLIANCE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. INSTANT BRANDS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE APPLIANCE OR DAMAGES WITH RESPECT TO ANY ECONOMIC LOSS, PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF PROPERTY, LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, LOSS OF ENJOYMENT OR USE, COSTS OF REMOVAL, INSTALLATION OR OTHER INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE OR KIND.
Please visit www.instantpot.com/support/register to register your new Instant Brands™ appliance and validate your warranty within thirty (30) days of purchase. You will be asked to provide the store name, date of purchase, model number (found on the back of your appliance) and serial number (found on the bottom of your appliance) along with your name and email address. The registration will enable us to keep you up to date with product developments, recipes and contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification. By registering, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the instructions for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.
To obtain service under this warranty, please contact our Customer Service Department by phone at 1-800-828-7280 or by email to support@instantpot.com. You can also create a support ticket online at www.instantpot.com/support. If we are unable to resolve the problem, you may be asked to send your appliance to the Service Department for quality inspection. Instant Brands is not responsible for shipping costs related to warranty service, save and except for shipping costs associated with the return of your appliance from Canada or within the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia of the United States of America, as provided herein. When returning your appliance, please include your name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and proof of the original purchase date as well as a description of the problem you are encountering with the appliance.
Instant Brands Inc.
11–300 Earl Grey Dr., Suite 383
Ottawa, Ontario
K2T 1C1
Canada
Register your product today at:
instantpot.com/support/register
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support@instantpot.com
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