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DUO
PLUS
™
MULTI-USE PRESSURE COOKER
User manual
Important safeguards
Products, parts and accessories
Get started
Pressure cooking 101
Releasing pressure
Control panel
Pressure control features
Cooking
Care, cleaning and storage
Troubleshooting
Warranty
Contact
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- Page 1 Products, parts and accessories Get started Pressure cooking 101 Releasing pressure Control panel Pressure control features Cooking Care, cleaning and storage Troubleshooting Warranty Contact Register your product today at instantpot.co.uk Download the Instant Pot App for 1000+ recipes at instantpot.co.uk/app...
- Page 2 ™ was designed with your safety in mind, and we mean business. Check out this Instant Pot’s long list of safety mechanisms to see what we mean. As always, be careful when using electrical appliances and follow basic safety precautions.
- Page 3 14 The heating element surface inside the Instant Pot base is subject to residual heat after use; do not touch.
- Page 4 • Never use below-counter power sockets, and never use with an extension lead. 25 Unplug your Instant Pot and let it cool before cleaning. Allow all surfaces to dry thoroughly before use. 26 The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or a separate remote-control system.
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Page 5: Special Lead Set Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Special lead set instructions As per safety requirements, a short power supply lead is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement and tripping. This appliance has an earthed plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug the power lead into an earthed and easily accessible electric socket. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ..................2 Special lead set instructions ...................7 Product specifications .....................7 Find your model name and serial number ............7 Table of contents ......................9 Product, parts and accessories ................10 Top of lid .........................10 Bottom of lid ......................10 Inner pot ........................11 Multicooker base ....................11 Get started ........................ -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Pressure cooking ....................... 25 Jump start magic! ....................26 Smart programme breakdown ................27 Pressure cooking grains ..................28 Other cooking styles ....................29 Slow Cook .......................30 Sauté ........................31 Yogurt ........................32 Sous Vide ........................34 Care, cleaning and storage ..................37 Removing and installing parts ................. -
Page 8: Product, Parts And Accessories
Product, parts and accessories See Care, cleaning and storage: Removing and installing parts to find out how everything fits together. Top of lid Steam release valve Float valve Steam release switch Handle Lid fins Lid position marker Bottom of lid Locking pin Silicone cap (bottom of float valve) -
Page 9: Inner Pot
Product, parts and accessories Inner pot Fill lines Stainless steel inner pot Multicooker base Outer pot Condensation collector (rear) Condensation rim Anti-spin supports (interior) Heating element (interior) Multicooker handles Base power socket (rear; 5.7 Litres only) Detachable power lead (7.6 Litres is hardwired) Control Panel Stainless-steel exterior Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ... -
Page 10: Get Started
Do not remove the safety warning stickers from the lid or the rating label from the back of the multicooker base. 05 You may be tempted to put the Instant Pot on your hob — but don’t do it! Place the multicooker base on a stable, level surface, away from combustible material and external heat sources. -
Page 11: Initial Test Run (Water Test)
Get started Initial test run (water test) Do you have to do the water test? No — but getting to know the ins and outs of your Duo Plus prepares you for success in the kitchen! Take a few minutes to get to know how this baby works. Stage 1: Setting up the Duo Plus for 03 Press Keep Warm to turn the pressure cooking... -
Page 12: Pressure Cooking 101
Pressure cooking uses steam to raise the boiling point of water above 100ºC / 212ºF. These high temperatures allow you to cook some foods much faster than normal. Behind the magic curtain When pressure cooking, the Instant Pot goes through 3 stages. Pre-heating What you see What you don’t see... -
Page 13: Releasing Pressure
• Natural Release (NR or NPR) • Quick Release (QR or QPR) • Timed Natural Release Natural Release (NR or NPR) Cooking stops gradually. As the temperature within the multicooker drops, the Instant Pot depressurises naturally over time. What to do What to expect... - Page 14 Releasing pressure Quick Release (QR or QPR) Stops cooking quickly and prevents overcooking. Perfect for quick-cooking vegetables and delicate seafood! What to do What to expect Move the quick release switch from Seal to Vent and A jet of steam is ejected through the top of the steam release valve.
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Page 15: Control Panel
Control panel Pressure cooking Non-pressure cooking • Pressure Cook • Slow Cook • Soup/Broth • Sauté • Cake • Yogurt Smart Programmes • • Sous Vide • Rice • Bean/Grain • Porridge/Oatmeal • Sterilise Shows the time in HH:MM format. Counts up or down, depending on the Smart Programme. -
Page 16: Settings
Settings Setting Description When in standby (OFF), press and hold the + button until Turn sound on. the display shows S On. When in standby (OFF), press and hold the − button until the display shows SOFF. Turn sound off. Audible safety and error message alerts cannot be turned off. - Page 17 Settings Setting Description Delay Start can be set from between 10 minutes (00:10) and 24 hours (24:00). 01 Select a Smart Programme and tweak it as needed, then press Delay Start. Once pressed, there is no way to go back to the Smart Programme settings.
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Page 18: Status Messages
Status messages The Instant Pot is in standby mode, ready for action! May indicate that the lid is missing or is not properly secured. The multicooker is Pre-heating. The Yogurt Smart Programme is in the process of pasteurising milk (i.e., the Yogurt Smart Programme is set to More). -
Page 19: Pressure Control Features (Your Little Bag Of Tricks!)
Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product. Always refer to the actual product. WARNING Only use a compatible Instant Pot Duo Plus lid with the Instant Pot Duo Plus multicooker base. Using any other pressure cooker lids may cause injury and/or damage. CAUTION Always check the lid for damage and excessive wear prior to cooking to avoid risk of injury and/or property damage. -
Page 20: Quick Release Switch
Pressure control features Quick release switch The quick release switch controls the steam release valve — the part that releases pressure. Seal position Vent position What we love about it What we should know about it It automatically sets to Seal when you close It’s super easy to use and keeps our hands well away from the steam when the lid, so make sure you move it to Vent when... -
Page 21: Sealing Ring
CAUTION Only use authorised Instant Pot sealing rings. DO NOT use a stretched or damaged sealing ring. • Always check for cuts, deformation and correct installation of the sealing ring before cooking. -
Page 22: Float Valve
The float valve and silicone cap work together to seal in pressurised steam. These parts must be installed before use. Do not attempt to operate the Instant Pot without the float valve properly installed. Do not touch the float valve during use. -
Page 23: Pressure Cooking
• To avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance, replace the inner pot if it is dented, distorted or damaged. • Use only authorised Instant Pot inner pots made for this model when cooking. Always make sure the inner pot and heating element are clean and dry before inserting the inner pot into the multicooker base. -
Page 24: Jump Start Magic
Pressure cooking To create steam, pressure cooking liquids should be water-based, such as broth, stock, soup or juice. If using tinned, condensed or cream-based soup, add water as directed below. Instant pot size Minimum liquid for pressure cooking 5.7 Litres... -
Page 25: Smart Programme Breakdown
Pressure cooking Smart programme breakdown Smart Default Default time Time range Notes and tips Programmes pressure level 10 minutes 1 minute to 8 hours Pressure Flexible manual High Cook programming. (00:10) (00:01 to 08:00) Liquid remains clear due to lack of boiling motion. Always 30 minutes 1 minute to 4 hours Soup/Broth... -
Page 26: Pressure Cooking Grains
Pressure cooking grains Check out the cooking timetables for guidance or visit our recipe site for fun, easy-to- follow recipes with big crunch. You can also download the free Instant Pot app to search recipes, save favourites, make notes and more! -
Page 27: Other Cooking Styles
• To avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance, replace the inner pot if it is dented, distorted or damaged. • Use only authorised Instant Pot inner pots made for this model when cooking. Always make sure the inner pot and heating element are clean and dry before inserting the inner pot into the multicooker base. -
Page 28: Slow Cook
Other cooking styles Slow Cook Slow Cook is compatible for use with any standard slow cooker recipe, so you can keep cooking your classics! If the float valve rises, make sure the quick release switch is set to Vent. See Pressure control features: Quick release switch. -
Page 29: Sauté
Other cooking styles Sauté Sauté can be used in place of a frying pan, griddle or flat-top grill. Default Temperature Default time Time range Notes and tips temperature range Simmering, thickening and reducing liquids. 1 minute to 30 minutes 1 hour High Pan searing or sautéing. -
Page 30: Yogurt
Do not use the lid and do not leave your multicooker unattended while using Sauté. Yogurt Produce delicious fermented dairy and non-dairy recipes effortlessly. Instant Pot Size Minimum Milk Volume Maximum Milk Volume 5.7 Litres ~3.8 L... - Page 31 Other cooking styles Stage 1: Pasteurise milk Stage 2: Add starter culture 01 Remove the inner pot from the 01 Allow pasteurised milk to cool to just multicooker base. below 43°C (110°F). 02 Add unpasteurised milk to the inner 02 Add a starter culture to the milk pot then insert the inner pot into the according to package instructions.
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Page 32: Sous Vide
Other cooking styles Using yogurt pots Yogurt pots are a convenient way to portion out yogurt servings. 01 After adding the starter culture to your pasteurised milk, carefully pour the milk into your yogurt pots and seal them tightly. 02 Clean the inner pot thoroughly and place the steam rack on the bottom of the inner pot. - Page 33 Other cooking styles Stage 1: Setting up the sous vide Stage 3: Getting food ready water bath 01 White the water heats, season your 01 Remove the inner pot from the food as desired. multicooker base. See Ingredients and seasonings for tips! Fill the inner pot with warm water up to —...
- Page 34 Other cooking styles Reverse searing Searing your meat after low and slow cooking is the easiest way to boost those already- delicious flavours through the roof without overcooking. Try reverse searing for tender, juicy meat with a beautiful burnished crust. 01 After Sous Vide cooking, remove the meat from the cooking pouch and gently pat it dry to remove as much moisture as you can from the exterior of the meat.
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Page 35: Care, Cleaning And Storage
Always unplug your multicooker and allow it to 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. Allow all surfaces to dry thoroughly before use and before storage. -
Page 36: Removing And Installing Parts
Care, cleaning and storage WARNING The Instant Pot multicooker base contains electrical components. To avoid fire, electrical leakage or personal injury, make sure the multicooker base stays dry. • DO NOT immerse the multicooker base in water or other liquid, or attempt to run it through a dishwasher. -
Page 37: Steam Release Valve
Care, cleaning and storage Steam release valve Anti-block shield Remove the steam release valve Remove the anti-block shield Pull the steam release valve up and off the Grip the lid like a steering wheel and use steam release pipe. your thumbs to press firmly against the side of the anti-block shield (pressing The steam release valve must be installed towards the side of the lid and up) until... -
Page 38: Float Valve And Silicone Cap
Care, cleaning and storage Float valve and silicone cap Condensation collector Remove the float valve The condensation collector sits at the back of the cooker base and catches any Place one finger on the flat top of the float overflow from the condensation rim. valve, then turn the lid over. -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Register your Instant Pot today! If your problem persists or if you have any questions, get in touch with a Customer Care Advisor through our chat widget at instantpot.co.uk/#chat, by email at support@instantpot. co.uk or by phone on +44 (0) 3331 230051. - Page 40 Troubleshooting Problem Possible reason Try this No sealing ring in the lid. Fit a sealing ring. The sealing ring is damaged or not Replace the sealing ring. properly fitted. Food debris attached to the sealing ring. Remove the sealing ring and clean it thoroughly. Steam leaks from The lid is not closed properly.
- Page 41 Troubleshooting Problem Possible reason Try this Add thin, water-based liquid to the inner pot according to its size. Steam gushes from Not enough liquid in the inner pot. 5.7 L: 375 ml the steam release 8 L: 500 ml valve when the quick release switch Contact Customer Care.
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Page 42: Warranty
Warranty Limited Warranty Earlyview Ltd., an authorised distributor of Instant Brands, Inc., and Instant Brands Inc. (collectively the “Company”) warrant this appliance to be free from defects in workmanship and material, under normal household use, for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. This Limited Warranty extends only to the original purchaser and use of the appliance in the UK. - Page 43 • A copy of the original purchase receipt with order number, model and serial number. • A description of the product defect, including any photographs or video if possible. Contact Information Instant Pot / Earlyview Ltd Unit 5 Hersham Farm Business Park Kitsmead Lane Chertsey, Surrey KT16 0DN, UK Email: support@InstantPot.co.uk...
- Page 44 Instant Brands Inc. 11—300 Earl Grey Dr., Suite 383 Ottawa, Ontario K2T 1C1 Canada Earlyview Ltd. (Instant Pot Official Distributor) 5 Hersham Farm Business Park Kitsmead Lane, Chertsey Surrey, KT16 0DN Register your product today instantpot.co.uk/support/register Contact us +44 (0) 3331 230051 support@instantpot.co.uk...
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