Instant Pot DUO NOVA Series User Manual page 24

Pressure Control Features
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.
Steam Release Valve
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.
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