IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Do not touch hot surfaces. Only use side handles for carrying or moving. Do not place the appliance on or in close proximity to a hot gas or electric burner, or a heated oven;...
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the steam release valve/handle or float valve in a steady stream for longer than 3 minutes. There may be residual pressure in the appliance. Allow the appliance to depressurize naturally or release all excess pressure before opening. Please see the “Troubleshooting”...
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Before inserting the inner pot into the appliance, wipe the outer surface of the inner pot and cooking element to confirm they are dry and free of food debris. Do not attempt to repair, replace, or modify components of the appliance, as this may cause electric shock, fire or injury, and will void the warranty.
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(earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible. Only use the power cords included upon purchase with Electrical Shock Hazard Instant Pot branded pressure cookers. ® Plug into a grounded Note: ensure the plug is pushed into the socket fully; the loose contact could cause the risk of sparks.
Troubleshooting If you experience any problems with the cooker, need technical assistance or product return information, please contact the Instant Pot support team using the methods below: • Create a support ticket: www.InstantPot.com/support/ • Email: support@instantpot.com • Call 1-800-828-7280 ext 2 for the customer care team.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible reason Solution Float valve unable to rise Too little food or water in Add water according to the inner pot recipe Float valve obstructed by Close the lid completely, see the lid locking pin “Getting Started” section Steam comes out from Steam release valve not in Turn the steam release...
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Troubleshooting Solution Problem Possible reason This is normal Occasional ticking or light The sound of power cracking sound switching and expanding pressure board when changing temperature Wipe bottom of the inner Bottom of the inner pot is pot dry before cooking The word “Food burn”...
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