Care, Cleaning And Storage - Instant Pot DUO PLUS Series User Manual

Care, cleaning and storage

Clean your Duo Plus and its parts after each use. Failure to follow these cleaning
instructions may result in catastrophic failure, which may lead to property damage
and/or severe personal injury.
Always unplug your multicooker and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning.
Never use metal scouring pads, abrasive powders or harsh chemical detergents on
any of the Instant Pot's parts or accessories.
Let all surfaces dry thoroughly before use, and before storage.
Parts
Accessories
• Steam rack
Lid and parts
• Anti-block shield
• Sealing rings
• Steam release valve
• Float valve
• Silicone cap
• Condensation collector
Inner pot
Power cord
Multicooker base
Some discoloration may occur after machine washing, but this will not affect the multicooker's safety or performance.
Dishwasher safe if placed on the top rack.
Dishwasher safe if placed on the top rack.
Remove all the parts from the lid before cleaning. See Care, cleaning and storage:
Removing and installing parts.
• With steam release valve and anti-block shield removed, clean the interior
of the steam release pipe to prevent clogging.
• To drain water from the lid after dishwashing, grasp the lid handle and hold the
lid vertically over a sink, then turn it 360°— like turning a steering wheel.
• After cleaning, store the lid upside down on the multicooker base.
• Store sealing rings in a well-ventilated area to decrease residual odor of
flavorful meals. To eliminate odors, add 1 cup (250 mL / ~8 oz) water and 1 cup
(250 mL / ~8 oz) white vinegar to inner pot, and run Pressure Cook for 5–10
minutes, then QR pressure.
• Check the condensation collector after each use and empty as needed.
Do not allow food or moisture to stagnate in the condensation collector.
Dishwasher safe.
• More acute hard water staining may require a vinegar-dampened sponge and
some scrubbing to remove.
• If there is tough or burned food residue at the bottom, soak in hot water for a
few hours for easy cleaning.
• Make sure all exterior surfaces are dry before placing in multicooker base.
Hand wash only. Do not machine wash.
• Use a barely damp cloth to wipe any particles off the cord.
6 Quart power cord is detachable for storage.
Hand wash only. Do not machine wash.
• Wipe the inside of the outer pot as well as the condensation rim with a barely
damp cloth. Allow them to dry completely before inserting inner pot.
• Clean multicooker base and control panel with a soft, barely damp cloth
or sponge.
Cleaning methods and instruction
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