Depressurizing The Cooker (Venting Methods); Natural Release (Nr); Quick Release (Qr) - Instant Pot DUO CRISP + AIR FRYER User Manual

Introduction to Pressure Cooking
3. Depressurization
After pressure cooking completes, follow your recipe instructions for
depressurizing the cooker.
If automatic Keep Warm is on after cooking completes, the timer counts up from
00:00 to indicate the elapsed time up to 10 hours. If not, the cooker returns to
Standby and displays End.
Note: The cooker cools and depressurizes faster if automatic Keep Warm is off.
See

Depressurizing the Cooker (Venting Methods)

pressure after cooking.
While the float valve is up, contents of cooker are under extreme pressure. Do not
DANGER
attempt to remove the lid while the float valve is still up. All pressure must be
released, and float valve must be down before attempting to remove the lid. Never
attempt to force the lid open. Failure to follow the instructions may result in
property damage and/or personal injury.
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for information on releasing
Depressurizing the Cooker (Venting Methods)
Always follow recipe instructions for depressurizing the cooker.
When the cooker has completely depressurized, the float valve drops into the lid
as indicated in
Pressure Control Features—Float

Natural Release (NR)

Leave the quick release button in the popped-up Seal position. As the
temperature within the cooker drops, the cooker depressurizes naturally over time.
Seal Position
Depressurization time varies based upon the volume and type of food and liquid.
When the cooker has completely depressurized, the float valve drops into the lid.
Use NR to depressurize the cooker after cooking high-starch foods (e.g., soups,
NOTICE
stews, chilis, pasta, oatmeal and congee) or after cooking foods that expand when
cooked (e.g., beans and grains).

Quick Release (QR)

Press the quick release button down until it clicks and locks into the Vent position.
When depressed, a stream of steam releases through the top of the steam release valve.
Note: Steam may range in opacity but is always loud!
Steam ejected from the steam release valve is hot. Do not place hands, face, or any
CAUTION
exposed skin over the steam release valve when releasing pressure.
Valve.
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