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Instant Pot DUO PLUS Getting Started Manual

Multi-use pressure cooker
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DUO
PLUS
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Multi-Use Pressure Cooker
Welcome
Initial Setup
Cooker Parts Overview
Getting Started
Venting Methods
Initial Test Run (Water Test)
More Controls & Smart Programs
Sous Vide Cooking Steps
Support & Contact Information
Getting Started Guide
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  • Page 1 PLUS Multi-Use Pressure Cooker Welcome Initial Setup Cooker Parts Overview Getting Started Venting Methods Initial Test Run (Water Test) More Controls & Smart Programs Sous Vide Cooking Steps Support & Contact Information Getting Started Guide Full Manual, How to Videos and Recipes available online at instantpot.com Register your product today at instantpot.com/support/register...
  • Page 3 Welcome to the world of Instant cooking. Hello! Thank you for welcoming us into your kitchen. Having families ourselves, we developed the Instant Pot® Duo Plus to allow busy families and professionals alike to cook healthy, delicious meals more easily and in less time.

  • Page 4: Initial Setup

    Initial Setup...
  • Page 5 Initial Setup • Remove all packaging material from in and around the cooker, and verify that all parts are accounted for. • Place the cooker on a stable, level surface, away from external heat sources. • Read all Important Safeguards in the included Safety, Maintenance & Warranty booklet before use. Failure to do so may result in property damage and/or personal injury.
  • Page 6 Cooker Parts Overview...
  • Page 7 Cooker Parts Overview Inner Pot Top of Lid Steam Release Valve Float Valve Quick Release Button Cooker Base Handle Cooker Handles Lid Position Marker Condensation Rim Lid Fins Outer Pot Bottom of Lid Locking Pin Control Panel Float Valve Silicone Cap Base Power Socket Anti-Block Shield (Rear)

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started...
  • Page 9 Open & Close Lid When cooker is plugged in, it will play a jingle when lid is opened and closed. Open Close Open: Grip handle and turn lid counter-clock- Close: Grip handle and align the on lid with wise until on lid is aligned with indicator indicator on rim of cooker base.
  • Page 10 Only one sealing ring should be installed when using your cooker. Replace your sealing ring every 12-18 months or when deformation or damage is noticed. Always check for cuts or deformations in sealing ring prior to cooking. Only use authorized Instant Pot ®...
  • Page 11 Remove & Install Float Valve The float valve has 2 positions. It pops up to indicate when the cooker is pressurized, and lowers into the lid when the cooker is depressurized. Remove: Place one finger on the flat top of float Pressurized Depressurized valve.
  • Page 12 Remove & Install Anti-Block Shield Remove: Grip lid and press firmly against side of anti-block shield (pressing towards side of lid and up) until it pops off the prongs underneath. Anti-block shield must be installed before use and cleaned after each use. Install: Place anti-block shield over prongs and press down until it snaps into position.
  • Page 13 Remove & Install Steam Release Assembly Remove: Pull steam release valve up and off steam release pipe. Steam release valve must be installed before use and cleaned after each use. Install: Place steam release valve on steam release pipe and press down. Fits loosely when installed properly, but will remain in place when the lid is turned over.
  • Page 14 Place inner pot into cooker base before cooking. Food must be placed only in the inner pot, not cooker base. The inner pot is an integral part of product safety. Always use an authorized Instant Pot inner pot made for this model when cooking. Failure to do so may cause personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 15 Install Condensation Collector Install: On back of cooker base, align grooves on condensation collector over tabs and push condensation collector into place. The condensation collector accumulates excess water and should be installed before cooking. Clean after use. Remove: Pull condensation collector away from cooker base. Do not pull down on condensation collector.

  • Page 16: Venting Methods

    Let’s get cooking! Venting Methods Venting Methods When closing the lid, the quick release button will automatically reset to the popped up “Seal” position. Seal Vent | Venting Methods...
  • Page 17 Natural Release (NR) Leave the steam release in the “Seal” position (up). The cooker dissipates heat so pressure releases naturally over time. This method must be used when cooking food such as soups, stews or chilis, as well as food that expands, such as beans and grains.
  • Page 18 Initial Test Run (Water Test)
  • Page 19 6. Use + / – keys to adjust cook time to “00:05” minutes. 12. Start cooking! Note: The Instant Pot will save any customization made to cook time. After 10 seconds, display indicates “On” and cooker begins For details on Smart Programs and operation instructions, view the Pre-heating.
  • Page 20 More Controls & Smart Programs...

  • Page 21: More Controls

    More Controls Cancel Press to stop a Smart Program at any time. Cooker goes back to Standby and displays “OFF”. Delay Start Postpone cooking up to 24 hours. Select a Smart Program and if desired, adjust the cook time, then press Delay Start to turn the setting on.
  • Page 22 Smart Programs Smart Setting Suggested Use Note Program Less Soup without meat Liquid remains clear due to lack of boiling motion. Soup/Broth Normal Soup with meat Always use NR to release pressure when cooking soup with a high starch content. More Rich bone broth Less...
  • Page 23 Smart Setting Suggested Use Note Program Less No pressure steam sterilization Low pressure water-bath canning of Normal acidic fruits and vegetables. Sterilize Sterilization of baby bottles, jars, utensils. Suitable for tempered glass and heat-resistant plastics. High pressure water-bath canning of More acidic fruits and vegetables.
  • Page 24 Sous Vide Cooking Steps...
  • Page 25 Sous Vide Cooking Steps 1. Place a steam rack on bottom of inner pot. 11. Cooker beeps once water temperature is reached. Remove lid and immerse sealed pouches in water. 2. Fill inner pot with warm water up to PC MAX — 2/3 line. Contents should be submerged, but seal should 3.
  • Page 26 Let’s get cooking! Enjoy time well spent with the Instant family of small appliances. 1-800-828-7280 Instant Brands Inc. support@instantpot.com 11 - 300 Earl Grey Dr., Suite 383 instantpot.com/#Chat Ottawa, Ontario K2T 1C1 Register your product today at: instantpot.com Canada instantpot.com/support/register store.instantpot.com ™...