Instant Pot DUO GOURMET Getting Started Manual

Instant Pot DUO GOURMET Getting Started Manual

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DUO GOURMET
Multi-Use Pressure Cooker
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Getting Started Guide
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  • Page 1 ITM./ART. 1463248 DUO GOURMET Multi-Use Pressure Cooker Welcome Getting Started Venting Methods Initial Test Run (Water Test) More Controls Smart Programs Sous Vide Cooking Steps Contact Information Getting Started Guide Full manual, how-to videos, recipes and more available at instantpot.com/duogourmet.
  • Page 2 Remove all packaging material from in and around the cooker, and verify that all parts are accounted for. • Use only the Instant Pot Duo Gourmet lid with the Instant Pot Duo Gourmet cooker base. Using any other pressure cooker lids may cause injury and/or damage.
  • Page 3 Lid Fins m Release Pipe Lid Position Marker Handle Steam Release Valve) Lid Fins Float Valve Silicone Cap sition Marker Anti-Block Shield Cooker Parts Overview Steam Release Pipe (Beneath Anti-block Shield) Top of the lid Bottom of the lid Float Valve Float Valve Silicone Cap Anti-Block Shield Steam Release Valve...
  • Page 4 Getting Started Open and Close Lid When cooker is plugged in, it will play a jingle when the lid is opened and closed. Close Open Close Open Open Close Grip handle and turn lid counter- Grip handle and align the symbol on Open: Close: clockwise until symbol on lid is aligned with...
  • Page 5 CAUTION Always check for cuts or deformations in sealing ring prior to cooking. Only use authorized Instant Pot sealing rings. Failure to follow these instructions may cause food to discharge, which may lead to personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 6 Remove and 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 valve.
  • Page 7 Remove and Install Anti-Block Shield Grip lid and press firmly against side of anti-block shield (pressing towards side of lid and Remove: up) until it pops off the prongs underneath. Anti-block shield must be installed before use and cleaned frequently. Place anti-block shield over prongs and press down until it snaps into position.
  • Page 8 Remove and Install Steam Release Valve Remove the Steam Release Valve Pull steam release valve up and off steam release pipe. The steam release valve must be installed before using the cooker. It should only be removed for cleaning, but should be cleaned frequently.
  • Page 9 The inner pot is an integral part of CAUTION product safety. Always use an authorized Instant Pot inner pot when cooking. Do not pour food or liquid into cooker base. Failure to do so may cause personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 10 Install Condensation Collector On back of cooker base, align grooves on condensation collector over tabs and push Install: condensation collector into place. The condensation collector accumulates excess water and should be installed before cooking. Must be emptied after use. Pull condensation collector away from cooker base. Do not pull down on Remove: condensation collector.
  • Page 11 Venting Methods When closing the lid, the quick release button will automatically reset to the popped up Seal position. Natural Release (NR) Seal Position Vent Position Leave the quick release button 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 12 6. Use - / + keys to adjust cook time to 5 minutes (00:05). 11. Discard water and dry inner pot. Note: The Instant Pot will save any customization made to cook time. 12. Start cooking! After 10 seconds, display indicates On and cooker begins Pre-heating.
  • Page 13 More Controls Cancel Press to stop a Smart Program at any time. Cooker returns 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 14 Smart Programs Smart Setting Suggested Use Note Program Less Press Pressure Level to toggle between High and Low pressure. Pressure Normal Manual programming Use + / - buttons to adjust cook time. Cook Adjust according to recipe for desired results. More Less Soup without meat...
  • Page 15 Smart Setting Suggested Use Note Program Less Tender but firm to bite After cooking, wait 10 minutes, then use QR to release pressure, or allow to Rice Normal Normal texture white rice depressurize with NR. More Softer texture white rice Less Tender but firm to bite Brown...
  • Page 16 Smart Setting Suggested Use Note Program Less All day cooking, 8+ hours Less corresponds to Low on common slow cookers. Slow Normal Medium-time cooking, 6+ hours Normal corresponds to Medium on common slow cookers. Cook More Fastest slow cooking, 4+ hours More corresponds to High on common slow cookers.
  • Page 17 Sous Vide Cooking Steps 1. Place 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 line. PC MAX — 2/3 Contents should be submerged, but seal should remain above water.
  • Page 18 Enjoy time well spent with the Instant family of small appliances. Let’s get cooking! Distributed by : Register your product today at: Costco Wholesale Corporation instantpot.com/support/register P.O. Box 34535 Seattle, WA 98124-1535 Contact Customer Care: Instant Brands Inc. 1-800-774-2678 11–300 Earl Grey Dr., Suite 383 1-800-828-7280 www.costco.com Ottawa, Ontario...

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