Insignia NS-MC60SS8 User Manual
6-Quart
Multi-Cooker
NS-MC60SS8
USER GUIDE
Recipes are included with this manual!
Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Using your multi-cooker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Cleaning and maintaining your multi-cooker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
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Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Main features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Preparing to cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Opening the cover safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cooking - general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Using the preset timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cooking frozen meats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cooking Rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Cooking Beef in red wine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cooking Butter Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Removing and installing the anti-block shield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Removing and installing the rubber gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Cleaning your multi-cooker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Maintaining the stainless steel inner pot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your
NS-MC60SS8 represents the state of the art in multi-cooker design and is
designed for reliable and trouble-free performance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using a multi-cooker, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
1 Do not touch hot surfaces - use handles.
2 To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the multi-cooker or
cord in water or other liquids.
3 Keep the multi-cooker away from children to avoid accidents. Close
supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
4 Unplug from the wall outlet when not in use or before cleaning. Allow
to cool before installing or removing parts and before cleaning.
5 Do not operate the multi-cooker with a damaged cord or if the
multi-cooker has been dropped or damaged. To avoid the risk of
electric shock, do not disassemble the multi-cooker. Take it to a
qualified serviceman for examination and repair. Incorrect assembly
might result in a risk of electric shock when the multi-cooker is used
after reassembly.
6 Use of accessories not recommended by the manufacturer may cause
injuries.
7 Do not use outdoors.
8 Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
9 Do not place on or near a gas or electric burner or an oven. Never put
the whole appliance in a dishwasher (only the inner cooking pot is
dishwasher safe).
10 Use extreme caution when moving an appliance containing hot oil or
other hot liquids.
11 To disconnect, turn off, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
12 Only use this multi-cooker for its intended purpose.
13 This appliance is for household use only.
14 Caution - to reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in the included
inner cooking pot.
15 Do not place the unit on an unstable surface or on a surface that might
block the vent hole on the bottom, such as newspapers or foam.
16 Do not use this multi-cooker in a location near water or fire, or in a
place exposed to direct sunlight or splashing oil.
17 Put the appliance in a place out of reach of children.
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18 Do not immerse the multi-cooker, power cord, or plug in water or
other liquid in order to protect against electric shock hazards.
19 Do not replace any parts inside the multi-cooker yourself. Send it to
the service center for repairs.
20 Prior to each use, be sure to check the anti-block shield, float valve,
and pressure release valve for obstructions. Wipe the surface of the
inner cooking pot and the heating plate to confirm that they free of
any foreign objects. Make sure that the pressure relief valve is in the
Closed Vent position.
21 Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. A short power cord
should be used to reduce the risk resulting from the cord being
grabbed by children, of becoming entangled in, or tripping on a
longer cord.
22 Some foods are not suitable for cooking in a multi-cooker. Do not
attempt to cook any of the following in this cooker, as they tend to
froth, foam, and sputter and may result in clogging the pressure
release devices:
•Applesauce
• Cranberries
•Rhubarb
• Oatmeal/cereals
• Noodles, macaroni, spaghetti, or any other pasta
•Split peas
• Pearl barley
23 Make sure that you use the appropriate amount of liquid when
cooking.
24 Do not fill the cooker above the MAX FILL line inside the inner cooking
pot with liquid or food. When cooking foods that expand during
cooking such as rice or dried vegetables, do not fill the unit over 1/2
full. Over filling may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe and
developing excess pressure.
25 Do not move this product or forcefully remove the cover when the
multi-cooker is in operation.
26 Do not place your hands or face over the pressure release valve or float
valve when the multi-cooker is in operation to avoid a serious burn.
27 After cooking, use extreme caution when removing the cover. Serious
burns can result from the steam inside the unit.
28 When opening the cover after cooking, do not touch the inner
cooking pot or cover with your hands to avoid burns.
29 Do not cover the pressure release valve.
30 Never deep fry or pressure fry in this multi-cooker. It is dangerous and
may cause a fire or serious damage.
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31 This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in
scalding injuries. Make sure that the unit is properly closed before
operating.
32 DO NOT OPEN THE MULTI-COOKER UNTIL THE UNIT HAS COOLED AND
ALL INTERNAL PRESSURE HAS BEEN RELEASED. If it is difficult to open
the lid, it indicates that the cooker is still pressurized - do not force it
open. Any pressure in the cooker can be hazardous.
33 Make sure that the handles are assembled and fastened properly
before each use. Cracked or damaged handles should be replaced.
34 This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been supervised by a
person responsible for their safety.
35 Never use metal utensils with this appliance. Use plastic or wooden
utensils to protect the inner cooking pot from scratches.
36 Intended for countertop use only.
37 War ning: Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep this appliance
and cord away from children. Never drape the cord over the edge of
the counter, never use a power outlet below the counter, and never
use with an extension cord.
38 When the normal operating pressure is reached, turn the heat down so
that all the liquid, which creates the steam, does not evaporate.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Polarized power plug
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not
attempt to modify the plug in any way.
Features
Package contents
•6-quart multi-cooker
• Rice spoon
•Soup ladle
•Measuring cup
• Condensation collector
• Stainless steel rack
•User Guide
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Main features
Rubber gasket
Exhaust valve
INNER POT
Gasket cover
Control pane l
Cover hand le
Inner pot
Float valve
Anti-block shield
Outer pot
TOP OF LID
Bottom of lid
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Exhaust openingExhaust valve handle
Lid
Gasket gate
Inner lid
Cooker body handle
Power cord socke t
Wate r box (wate r sho uld b e
removed wit h cloth af ter
cooking)
Housing co ver
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Control panel
Display
Cancel button
Lock indicator
– (decrease)
button
Start button
Low/Mid/High
indicators
+ (increase)
button
Delay button
and indicator
Slow Cook
button and
indicato r
Sear/Saute
button and
indicato r
Pressure
Level button
Warm button
and indicator
Manual button
and indicator
Preset cooking
buttons
Preset cooking
buttons
Hours/Minutes
button
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