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Condensation Collector ............................................................................................. 28
Introduction to Viva .......................................................................................................29
Depressurizing the Cooker (Venting Methods) ......................................................... 31
Natural Release (NR) ....................................................................................................31
Quick Release (QR) .......................................................................................................31
10-Minute NR ................................................................................................................31
Initial Test Run (Water Test) ..........................................................................................33
Using Pressure Cooking Smart Programs ..................................................................34
Pressure Cooking Settings......................................................................................... 37
Pressure Cooking Tips ................................................................................................ 39
Pressure Cooking Timetable ........................................................................................ 41
Grain-to-Water Ratios ....................................................................................................42
Using Non-Pressure Cooking Smart Programs .........................................................44
Slow Cook ..................................................................................................................... 44
Sauté ............................................................................................................................. 45
Yogurt ............................................................................................................................ 46
Sous Vide ...................................................................................................................... 48
Sous Vide Cooking Guidelines ................................................................................. 50
Care and Cleaning ......................................................................................................... 52
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................54
Warranty .......................................................................................................................... 57
Contact Information ...................................................................................................... 59
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed:
1.
READ THE GETTING STARTED GUIDE AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS,
SAFEGUARDS, AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THE APPLIANCE.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY
RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
2.
Use only the Instant Pot Viva lid with the Instant Pot Viva pressure cooker base.
Using any other pressure cooker lids may cause injury and/or damage.
3.
To reduce the risk of pressure leakage, cook only in an authorized stainless
steel Instant Pot inner pot. DO NOT use the appliance without the removable
4.
To prevent personal injury and damage to the appliance, only replace the
sealing ring with an authorized Instant Pot sealing ring.
5.
Always operate the appliance on a stable, non-combustible, level surface.
6.
Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in injury or property damage.
7.
For household use only. Do not use outdoors. Not for commercial use.
CAUTION
8.
Do not place the appliance on or in close proximity to a hot
gas or electric burner, or a heated oven. Heat from an external source will
damage the appliance. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury
or property damage.
9.
Do not use the appliance near water or flame. Keep out of
direct sunlight. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury or
property damage.
CAUTION
10.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Only use side handles for carrying
or moving. Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance
containing hot liquids. Do not move the appliance when it is under pressure.
11. The cooker base contains electrical components. To avoid electrical shock, do
not put liquid of any kind into cooker base, and do not immerse power cord,
plug, or the appliance in water or other liquid. Do not rinse the appliance
under tap.
CAUTION
12.
Do not fill over PC MAX - 2/3 as indicated on the inner pot.
When cooking foods that expand during cooking such as rice or dried
vegetables, do not fill the inner pot over -1/2 line. Overfilling may cause a risk
of clogging the steam release pipe and developing excess pressure.
Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
WARNING
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
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