Releasing Pressure - Instant Pot PRO PLUS User Manual

Releasing pressure

You must release pressure after pressure cooking before attempting to open the lid.
Follow your recipe's instructions to choose a venting method.
Steam ejected from the steam release
valve is hot. DO NOT place hands,
face, or any exposed skin over the
steam release assembly when releasing
pressure to avoid personal injury.
DO NOT attempt to remove the lid while the pressure indicator is
on and NEVER attempt to force the lid open. Contents are under extreme
pressure. Float valve must be down before attempting to remove the lid. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
Venting methods
Natural release (NR or NPR)
After the cooking finishes, the temperature within the multicooker drops gradually and
the multicooker depressurises naturally over time.
What to do
Touch the Venting field on
Pressure
the control panel to toggle to
Natural.
Canning
Venting
Sauté
Natural Pulse
Delay Start
Use NR to depressurise the multicooker after cooking high-starch foods (e.g.,
soups, stews, chilis, pasta, oatmeal and congee) or after cooking foods that
expand when cooked (e.g., beans and grains).
When cooking finishes, the multicooker does not
vent, so your meal continues to cook even after the
Smart Programme ends.
Temperature
The depressurisation time may vary based upon the
volume, type and temperature of food and liquid. It
On
can take up to 40 minutes with some dishes, so plan
Quick
ahead — it's well worth the wait!
When pressure is fully released, the Pressure
indicator light turns off. Then it is safe to open the lid.
WARNING
DO NOT cover or obstruct the steam
release valve or cover to avoid personal
injury and/or property damage.
DANGER
What to expect
Instant Tip: This is called "carryover cooking" or "resting", and
it's great for large cuts of meat.
NOTICE
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