Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................... 4 Initial Setup ........................8 Product, Parts and Accessories ..................9 Control Panel ........................12 Smart Programme Settings ..................14 Status Messages ......................17 Cleaning Before First Use ..................... 18 Overview of Pressure Control Features ..............19 Pressure Cooking Lid ....................19 Steam Release Valve ....................
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. 2. Use only the Instant Pot Duo Gourmet lid with the Instant Pot Duo Gourmet ® ™ pressure cooker base. Using any other pressure cooker lids may cause injury and/or damage.
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13. The heating element surface inside the Instant Pot base is subject to residual heat after use; do not touch. 14. Before each use, check that the valves are not obstructed. Refer to the Getting Started Guide.
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• Never use below-counter power sockets, and never use with an extension lead. 24. Unplug your Instant Pot and let it cool before cleaning. Allow all surfaces to dry thoroughly before use. 25. The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or a separate remote-control system.
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(earthed) electrical socket that is easily accessible. Product Specifications Model: 1000W 220-240V ~ 50/60Hz 5.7 Litres 5.7 kg cm: 30.9 L x 33.9 W x 32 H Duo Gourmet 60 IMPORTANT, RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE: WARNING READ CAREFULLY...
Important Safeguards may result in damage to the appliance, property damage or personal injury. • Use only the Instant Pot Duo Gourmet lid with the Instant Pot Duo Gourmet pressure cooker base. Using any other pressure cooker lids may cause injury and/or damage.
Product, Parts and Accessories Before using the multicooker, verify that all parts are accounted for. Top of Lid Steam Release Valve Float Valve Quick Release Button Handle Lid Position Marker Lid Fins Instant Tip: The lid has been designed with lid fins that fit perfectly inside the handles on the left and right sides of the multicooker base to help keep your countertop dry!
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Product, Parts and Accessories Inner Pot Stainless-Steel Inner Pot Multicooker Base Condensation Rim (rear; Condensation Collector) Outer Pot Multicooker Handles Heating Element (interior) Control Panel Base Power Socket Power Leads UK power lead EU power lead Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product. Always refer to the actual product.
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Product, Parts and Accessories Accessories Soup Spoon Steam Rack with Handles Rice Paddle Additional Silicone Sealing Ring 160 ml Mini Mitts Measuring Cup Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product. Always refer to the actual product.
Control Panel Gourmet Pressure Rice Cook Brown Soup Rice Broth Less Normal More Meat Porridge Pressure Low High Bean Stew Chili Sterilise Keep Pressure Warm Level Slow Yogurt Cook Delay Cancel Start Sous Sauté Vide Time Display Countdown timer indicates cooking and Delay Start time in hour format: 00:15 is 15 minutes.
Smart Programme Settings To do this... Do this! Select a pressure cooking Smart Programme, then press Pressure Level to toggle between High (70- 80kPa) and Low (40-50kPa) pressure levels. Note: A higher pressure results in higher cooking temperature. Adjust and Save Pressure Cooking Temperature When cooking begins, the pressure level you selected is saved and remembered the next time...
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Smart Programme Settings To do this... Do this! Select a non-pressure cooking Smart Programme, then use the − / + buttons to adjust the cooking time. Adjust and Save Non-Pressure The cooking time may be adjusted at any time Cooking Time during non-pressure cooking, but adjustments made after cooking has begun will not be saved.
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Smart Programme Settings To do this... Do this! Delay Start can be set to a minimum of 10 minutes or a maximum of 24 hours. 1. Select a Smart Programme and adjust the settings as you desire, then press Delay Start. Note: Once Delay Start has been selected, there is no way to return to the cooking settings.
Status Messages Indicates that the multicooker is in Standby mode. Indicates that the pressure cooker lid is not properly secured or missing. Indicates that the multicooker is pre-heating. Display timer indicates one of the following: • When a Smart Programme is running, the display timer counts down to indicate the cooking time remaining in the Smart Programme.
To avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance, replace a deformed or damaged inner pot. Use only authorised Instant Pot inner pots made for this size and model when cooking.
Overview of Pressure Control Features Pressure Cooking Lid The stainless steel lid included is necessary for most cooking processes, and is essential for pressure cooking. For replacement parts and accessories, visit store. When plugged in, the multicooker plays a jingle when the lid is opened and closed. Open and Remove the Lid Grip the lid handle and turn it counter-clockwise to align the symbol on the lid...
Overview of Pressure Control Features Steam Release Valve The steam release valve sits loosely on the steam release pipe. When the multicooker releases pressure, steam ejects from the top of the steam release valve. The steam release valve is integral to product safety and necessary for pressure cooking.
Overview of Pressure Control Features Anti-Block Shield The anti-block shield prevents food particles from coming up through the steam release pipe, assisting with pressure regulation. As an integral part of product safety, the anti-block shield must be installed before use and cleaned frequently. Remove the Anti-Block Shield Grip the lid like a steering wheel and use your thumbs to press firmly against the side of the anti-block shield (pressing towards the side of the lid and up) until it...
CAUTION Always check for cuts, deformation, and correct installation of the sealing ring prior to cooking. Do not use a stretched or damaged sealing ring. Only use authorised Instant Pot sealing rings. Failure to follow these instructions may cause food to discharge, which may lead to personal injury or...
Overview of Pressure Control Features Float Valve The float valve provides a visual indication of pressure within the multicooker and appears in 2 positions. Pressurised Depressurised The float valve is visibly popped The float valve is visible and flush up above the surface of the lid. with the lid.
Overview of Pressure Control Features Install the Float Valve Drop the narrow end of the float valve into the float valve hole on the top of the lid. Place one finger on the flat top of the float valve, then turn the lid over. Firmly attach the silicone cap to the bottom of the float valve.
Pressure Cooking with the Duo Gourmet Introduction to Pressure Cooking Pressure cooking uses steam pressure to raise the boiling point of water above 100º C . This energy-efficient cooking method is the fastest way to thoroughly cook a variety of your favorite meals. Pressure cookers go through 3 stages when pressure cooking: 1.
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Pressure Cooking with the Duo Gourmet 3. Depressurisation After pressure cooking completes, follow your recipe instructions for Depressurising the multicooker. If automatic Keep Warm is on after cooking completes, the timer counts up from 00:00 to indicate the elapsed time up to 10 hours (10:00). If not, the multicooker returns to Standby and displays End.
Depressurising the Multicooker Always follow recipe instructions for Depressurising the multicooker. Seal Position Vent Position Natural Release (NR) Leave the quick release button in the popped-up Seal position. As the temperature within the multicooker drops, the multicooker depressurises naturally over time. Depressurisation time varies based upon the volume and type of food and liquid.
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Depressurising the Multicooker 10-Minute NR Leave the quick release button in the popped-up Seal position for 10 minutes after cooking has completed, then press the quick release button down until it clicks and locks into the Vent position. When depressed, a stream of steam releases through the top of the steam release valve.
Initial Test Run (Water Test) Follow these steps to familiarise yourself with your Duo Gourmet. Total test time: Approximately 20 minutes. 1. Remove the inner pot from the multicooker base. 2. Add 750 ml of water to the inner pot. 3.
Start Sous Sauté Vide Always inspect your Instant Pot pressure cooking lid, inner pot and multicooker base carefully to ensure they are clean and in good working condition before use. Instant Pot Size Minimum Liquid for Pressure Cooking* 5.7 Litres 375 ml *Unless otherwise specified in recipe.
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Using Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes 1. Open and remove the lid as described in Pressure Control Features—Pressure Cooking Lid. 2. Remove inner pot from multicooker base. 3. Add food and liquid to the inner pot and insert back into the multicooker base. Note: Cold or frozen food items take longer to generate steam and slow down Pressurisation.
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Using Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes Smart Programme Settings (40-50kPa) Pressure High (70-80kPa) Time Setting Less Normal More Default Pressure Cook 5 minutes 10 minutes 30 minutes Cooking Time (00:05) (00:10) (00:30) (adjustable) Cooking Time 1 minute to 8 hours Range (00:01 to 08:00) (40-50kPa) Pressure...
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Using Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes Pressure Cooking Settings Smart Programme Settings Low (40-50kPa) Pressure High (70-80kPa) Time Setting Less Normal More Default Rice 8 minutes 12 minutes 15 minutes Cooking Time (00:08) (00:12) (00:15) (adjustable) Cooking Time 1 minute to 1 hour Range (00:01 to 01:00) Low (40-50kPa)
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Using Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes Pressure Cooking Tips Smart Setting Suggested Use Note Programme Less Press Pressure Level to toggle between High Pressure Manual and Low pressure. Normal Programming Use + / − buttons to adjust cook time. Cook Adjust according to recipe for desired results. More Soup without Less...
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Using Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes Smart Setting Suggested Use Note Programme Oats—steel cut or Less rolled White rice, Normal Adjust time as directed in recipe. porridge/congee Porridge Always use NR to release pressure when cooking foods that expand. Rice porridge/ congee with a More mixture of various...
Start Sous Sauté Vide Always inspect your Instant Pot pressure cooking lid, inner pot and multicooker base carefully to ensure they are clean and in good working condition before use. WARNING Always cook with the inner pot in place. Do not fill inner pot higher than the PC MAX Do not pour food or liquid into the —...
Using Non-Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes Slow Cook Slow Cook is a non-pressure cooking programme that is compatible for use with any common slow cooker recipe. Setting Suggested Use Notes Low setting on common Follow recipe directions for Less slow cookers slow cooking.
Using Non-Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes Sauté Sauté is a non-pressure cooking programme that can be used in place of a frying pan or flat-top grill. Setting Suggested Use Notes Simmering, thickening and The display switching from “Hot” to “On” indicates Less reducing liquids the multicooker is maintaining the...
Using Non-Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes Yogurt Yogurt is a non-pressure cooking Smart Programme made for easy fermented dairy and non-dairy recipes. Instant Pot Minimum Maximum Size Milk Volume Milk Volume 5.7 Litres 3.8 L Setting Suggested Use Notes Default fermentation time is 24 hours.
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Using Non-Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes Add Starter Culture 1. Allow pasteurised milk to cool to just below 43 °C. 2. Add a starter culture to the milk according to package instructions. Note: If using plain yogurt as a starter, ensure that it contains an active culture. Mix in 30 ml of yogurt per 3.7 L of milk, or follow a trusted recipe.
Using Non-Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes Sous Vide Sous Vide cooking brings vacuum-sealed food to a very accurate temperature and maintains that temperature for a period of time to achieve high quality, consistently delicious results. Set the cooking temperature from a range of 25 °C to 90 °C You’ll need (not included): •...
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Using Non-Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes 13. For cooking times over 4 hours, check the water level periodically to ensure pouch contents remain submerged. If required, add heated water to the inner pot. 14. Once complete, the display indicates End. Open the multicooker and carefully remove the pouches from water.
Using Non-Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes Sous Vide Cooking Guidelines Food Recommended Expected Cooking Minimum Maximum Thickness Doneness Temperature* Cooking Cooking Time* Time* Beef and Lamb Tender Cuts: Rare 50 °C 1 hour 4 hours Tenderloin, Medium-rare 54 °C 1.5 hours 4 hours cutlets, sirloin, 2–5 cm...
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Using Non-Pressure Cooking Smart Programmes Food Recommended Expected Cooking Minimum Maximum Thickness Doneness Temperature* Cooking Cooking Time* Time* Fish and Seafood Soft and 43 °C 10 minutes 30 minutes buttery Translucent / 46 °C 20 minutes 45 minutes starts to flake Fish 2–3 cm Medium-rare...
Care, Cleaning and Storage Clean your Duo Gourmet after each use. Always unplug your Duo Gourmet and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly before use, and before storage. Cleaning Part Instruction Method Accessories •...
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Care, Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Part Instruction Method Detachable • Use a barely-damp cloth to wipe any particles off power lead. Power Lead Damp • Wipe the inside of the outer pot as well as the condensation Cloth Only rim with a barely-damp cloth, and allow to air dry. Multicooker Base •...
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Reason Solution Reposition the sealing ring, ensure it is snug The sealing ring is not properly installed behind the sealing ring rack. Gently press the float valve downward with a The float valve is in the popped-up position Difficulty long utensil.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Reason Solution Minor steam The quick release button not in the Seal Flick the quick release button to ensure it is in the leaking/hissing position Seal position. from the steam release valve The multicooker is regulating excess This is normal;...
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 (2) years from the date of original purchase. This Limited Warranty extends only to the original purchaser and use of the appliance in the UK.
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 support@instantpot.co.uk...
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