6 Qt. Multi-Function
Pressure Cooker
NS-MC60SS9/NS-MC60SS9-C
USER GUIDE
Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Control and display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Alert sounds, display messages, and lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Protection features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Setting up your cooker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Before using your cooker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Tips and hints for using your cooker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Assembling your cooker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Positioning your cooker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Using your cooker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Closing the lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Opening the lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Filling with food. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Selecting a cooking program and cook time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Setting the delay timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Using the quick release method to open the lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Steaming vegetables or fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Searing or sautéing food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Making a cake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Cleaning your cooker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Storing your cooker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your
NS-MC60SS9 or NS-MC60SS9-C represents the state of the art in multi-function
pressure cooker design and is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using your multi-function pressure cooker, always follow basic precautions,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
1 Do not touch hot surfaces—use the handles.
2 To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not immerse your cooker or cord in water
or other liquids.
3 Keep your 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. Let it cool
before installing or removing parts and before cleaning.
5 Do not operate your cooker with a damaged cord or if your cooker has been
dropped or damaged. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble
your cooker. Take it to a qualified serviceman for examination and repair.
Incorrect assembly might result in a risk of electric shock when your cooker is
used after reassembly.
6 Use of accessories not recommended by the manufacturer can cause injuries.
7 Do not use outdoors or in a damp area.
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 your
whole cooker in a dishwasher (only the inner cooking pot is dishwasher safe).
10 Use extreme caution when moving your cooker if it contains hot oil or other
hot liquids.
11 To disconnect, turn off, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
12 Only use your cooker for its intended purpose.
13 Your cooker is for household use only.
14 WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in the included
inner cooking pot.
15 Do not place your cooker 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 your cooker in a location near water or fire, or in a place exposed to
direct sunlight or splashing oil.
17 WARNING: Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep your cooker 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.
18 Store your cooker in a place out of reach of children.
19 Do not use your cooker near appliances that generate magnetic fields.
20 Prior to each use, make sure that you check the anti-block shield, floating
valve, and pressure release valve for obstructions. Wipe the surface of the
inner cooking pot and the heating plate to confirm that they are free of any
foreign objects.
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21 Do not use an extension cord with your cooker. The 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 Make sure that you use the appropriate amount of liquid when cooking.
23 Do not fill your cooker over the maximum fill line at 2/3 full. When cooking
foods that expand during cooking, such as rice or dried vegetables, do not fill
your cooker beyond the recommended level at 1/2 full. Over filling can clog
the vent pipe and develop excess pressure. Please refer to “Filling with food”
on page 16.
24 Do not move your cooker or forcefully remove the cover when your cooker is
in operation.
25 Do not put your hands or face over the pressure release valve or float valve
when your cooker is in operation to avoid a serious burn.
26 After cooking, use extreme caution when removing the cover. Serious burns
can result from the steam inside your cooker.
27 When opening the cover after cooking, do not touch the inner cooking pot or
cover with your hands to avoid burns.
28 Do not cover the pressure release valve.
29 Never deep fry or pressure fry in your cooker. It is dangerous and can cause a
fire or serious damage.
30 Your cooker cooks under pressure. Incorrect use can result in scalding injuries.
Make sure that your cooker is correctly closed before operating. Please refer to
“Closing the lid” on page 14.
31 DO NOT OPEN YOUR COOKER UNTIL IT HAS COOLED AND ALL INTERNAL
PRESSURE HAS BEEN RELEASED. If the lid is difficult to open, that indicates that
your cooker is still pressurized. Do not force it open. Any pressure in your
cooker can be hazardous. Please refer to “Opening the lid” on page 15.
32 Make sure that the handles are assembled and fastened correctly before each
use. Cracked or damaged handles should be replaced.
33 Your cooker 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.
34 Never use metal utensils with your cooker. Use plastic or wooden utensils to
protect the inner cooking pot from scratches.
35 Intended for countertop use only.
36 Always check the pressure release devices for clogging before use.
37 To prevent risk of explosion and injury, only replace the dynamic seal ring as
recommended by the manufacturer. Please refer to “Assembling your cooker”,
section 7, on page 11.
38 WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock. Cook only in removable container.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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About the power cord
Your cooker 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
• 14 preset cooking functions make it easy to cook your favorite foods
• 24-hour timer lets you delay cooking until the perfect time
• Dishwasher-safe, nonstick pot makes cleanup easy
• Keep warm setting maintains your food at an ideal serving temperature
• Locking lid keeps the cooker closed while it’s pressurized
Package contents
• 6 Qt. Multi-Function Pressure Cooker
•Rice scoop
•Soup ladle
• Measuring cup (3/4 C capacity)
• Condensation collector
• Stainless steel rack
• User Guide
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Components
Sealing
Venting
Handle
Lid
Floating valve
Pressure release
knob
Pressure release
valve
Gasket
Gasket retainer
Pin
Floating valve silicon cap
Pressure release valve
protector
Non-stick pot
Control p anel
Rice spoon holder
Condensat ion
collector
Handle
Wate r-c oll ect ing
rim
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Control and display panel
# ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 Cancel button
Less/ Normal/
2
More Indicator
3 Manual button Press to manually set the cook time.
Press to stop the cooking program and put your cooker
in Standby mode.
Shows the time level setting.
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4 Warm button Press to keep your food warm.
5 Sear/Sauté Press to sear/sauté your food.
Press to start a cooking program or the delay timer. The
6 Start button
7 Display Shows cook times and other information.
Adjust time
8
buttons
Delay timer
9
button
10 Slow Cook Press to slow cook your food (without pressure).
Less/Normal/
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More
button flashes or lights steady depending on the state of
the cooker. See Alert sounds, display messages, and
lights on page 9.
Press + or – to increase or decrease the cook or delay
time.
Press Hours/Mintues to switch between hours and
minutes.
Press to set a delayed start time. See Setting the delay
timer on page 19.
Press to manually adjust your cooker’s time.
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Measuring cup
Cooking stand
Rice scoop
Soup ladle
Condensation collector
Cook programs
# ITEM DESCRIPTION
12 Unlock icon Lights to indicate when your cooker’s lid is unlocked.
Press one of these buttons to select a cooking program:
•Rice
•Multi-grain
•Soup
• Meat/Stew
13 Cook programs
•Poultry
•Fish
•Steam Veggies
• Beans/Chili
•Quinoa
•Cake
Accessories
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Alert sounds, display messages, and lights
Your cooker uses sounds, lights, and display messages to tell you what is
happening.
ACTION DISPLAY SOUND
Plug in your cooker Flashing - - - - One beep Off Off
Stand-by mode Flashing - - - - None Off Off
Close the lid Flashing - - - - Melody Off Off
Press program
button
Press program
button, lid on
cooker housing but
not fully closed
Press Manual Cook time One beep Steady on Flashing
Press program
button, then Delay
Press Start (with
delay timer set)
Press Start (without
delay timer)
Program starts ten
seconds after being
selected or after
delay time ends
Pressure builds up Circular flashing None Steady on Steady on
Program starts
Program ends OH Ten beeps Off Off
Keep Warm starts
Keep Warm ends Flashing - - - - Ten beeps Off Off
Press Cancel Flashing - - - - One beep Off Off
Open the lid Flashing - - - - Melody Off Off
Default cooking
time
Flashing - - - and
Delay time One beep Steady on Flashing
Delay time Three beeps Steady on Steady on
Circular flashing Three beeps Steady on Steady on
Circular flashing Three beeps Steady on Steady on
Countdown
timer
When turned on
manually, the
timer counts
down the time
you set.
After a preset
ends, the timer
shows how long
Warm has been
running.
One beep Steady on Flashing
None Off Off
None Steady on Steady on
None Steady on Steady on
PROGRAM
LIGHT
START
LIGHT
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Protection features
Your cooker has the following protections features:
FEATURE PURPOSE
Locks the lid in place when enough pressure
Lid lock
Pressure release knob
Pressure release valve
protector
Floating valve
Gasket
Condensation
collector
Overheat protection
builds up inside your cooker. You cannot remove
the lid until the pressure level lowers to the
required level.
Automatically releases pressure if excessive
pressure builds up inside your cooker.
Sits on top of the inner pressure release valve to
prevent food from entering and clogging the
valve.
When pressure builds up inside your cooker, the
floating valve pops up and prevents you from
removing the lid. When the pressure drops, it
drops down. You should wait for a while before
opening the lid.
Creates an air tight seal to maintain the pressure
inside your cooker. If the pressure level exceeds
the required level, the gasket expands to release
pressure on the sides of the lid.
Collects condensation during the cooking
process to prevent condensation from interfering
with other protection features.
If the temperature exceeds the required level,
turns off the heating element, display, and
indicator lights.
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Setting up your cooker
Before using your cooker
DANGER OF SUFFOCATION: Packaging materials are not toys. Keep packaging
materials, like plastic bags, foil, and foam, away from babies and children.
Packaging materials can block airways and prevent breathing.
Note: Your cooker may produce an odor or emit smoke when you turn it on for
the first time as it eliminates residues from the production process. This is
normal and does not indicate a defect or hazard. Make sure that ventilation is
ample.
1 Remove the exterior and interior packaging.
2 Make sure that the package contents are complete and in good condition. See
Package contents on page 5.
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Floating valve
Floating valve hole
Tips and hints for using your cooker
• Smaller food normally requires less cooking time than larger food.
• We recommend that you defrost frozen food before cooking to shorten the
cook time.
• We recommend that you only use nylon, heat-proof plastic, or wooden
cooking utensils. Metal utensils can damage the non-stick surface. Do not
leave utensils in your cooker while you are using it.
• We recommend that you clean all used accessories after each use.
• To avoid scratching your cooker's surfaces, remove the shells from crustaceans
or shellfish before cooking.
• Do not use the Delay timer or Warm programs for recipes which contain
delicate foods or foods that can turn bad easily (for example, raw eggs or raw
fish).
• Always make sure that you add at least one cup of liquid into the inner pot.
Your cooker uses the liquid to create the steam needed to build up pressure.
• Do not use oil or oil-based liquids under pressure. Small amounts of oil added
to the water do not cause a problem.
• When using wine, add an equivalent amount of water because the wine
evaporates too quickly.
• The cook time countdown only starts when the internal pressure and
temperature reach suitable levels.
• When cooking under pressure, the food continues to cook after the cook time
has elapsed. If you are not sure how long the food needs to cook, reduce the
cook time and use the quick release method to remove the lid. When the
cooking program ends, open the lid and check for doneness. Cook longer, if
needed.
• When cooking beans, add a teaspoon of oil to the water to reduce the amount
of foam.
• Meat cuts of lesser quality are tougher, but they are better suited for cooking
under pressure. The pressure breaks down fibers and makes the meat tender.
• You cannot adjust the cooking temperature.
Assembling your cooker
The floating valve, silicon cap, pressure release valve, pressure release valve
protector, and gasket come pre-installed on your cooker. If for some reason these
parts are not installed, follow the steps below.
1 Put the lid on a clean, flat, and stable surface.
2 Insert the floating valve into its opening.
Venting
Seal
ing
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Pressure release valve
Floating valve
Silicon cap
Pressure release valve
protector
3 Put the pressure release valve into the vent on the lid.
Seal
ing
4 Put a finger over the floating valve to keep it in position, then turn the lid
upside down.
5 On the bottom side of the lid, attach the silicon cap on the floating valve with
the other hand, then release the floating valve.
6 Put the valve protector on the inner side of the pressure release valve.
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Gasket
Gasket retainer
Condensation collector
7 Install the gasket on the gasket retainer into the lid. Make sure that the gasket
is correctly installed all around the retainer.
8 Slide the condensation collector in place on the back of your cooker.
Positioning your cooker
• Make sure that your cooker has at least six inches of open space on all sides.
• When using your cooker, make sure that you provide at least 12" (30 cm) of
headroom above your cooker to protect surfaces from damage due to hot
steam.
• Make sure that the air vents at the bottom of your cooker are free from
obstruction.
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Using your cooker
You can use your cooker to:
• Cook rice
• Prepare soups and stews
• Cook meats like chicken or stew
• Slow cook meals
• Warm food
• Sear or sauté food
• Bake cakes
WARNINGS:
• Do not put sealed products, like canned vegetables, in your cooker. They
can expand or explode when they get hot and cause damage or injury.
• Your cooker has a power rating of 1,000W. Make sure that the electrical
circuit you plug your cooker into is not overloaded with other appliances.
• Plug your cooker into a separate 120V, 60Hz power outlet. Do not plug
anything else into the outlet.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• If you use your cooker on a wooden surface, put it on a heat-resistant mat to
protect the wood.
Closing the lid
1 Put the lid on top of your cooker. Make sure that no food residue is stuck
between the lid and your cooker.
2 Align the (unlock symbol) on the lid with the on the top front of your
cooker.
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Floating valve
3 Rotate the lid clockwise until the (lock symbol) on the lid aligns with the
on the top front of your cooker. Make sure that the pin on the back edge of the
lid is fully retracted into the lid. If the pin is visible, the lid is not closed
correctly.
Opening the lid
WAR NIN GS :
• Do not try to open the lid when the floating valve is popped up. Wait until
your cooker has cooled and the valve has dropped down.
• We recommend that you wait a few minutes after the floating valve drops down.
The internal pressure may still be higher than the outside pressure. Opening the lid
too quickly can create a pressure differential and eject hot food and liquids towards
the outside which can cause burns.
• If you cannot wait for the valve to drop, use the quick release method to open the
lid. See Using the quick release method to open the lid
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• We recommend that you use oven mitts when handling your cooker or the lid.
Escaping steam can burn.
1 Rotate the lid counter-clockwise until the (unlock symbol) on the lid aligns
with the on the top front of your cooker.
2 As you open the lid, tilt it so that steam is diverted way from you.
Filling with food
CAUTION: Do not put food directly into the inner housing. Always put food into
the inner pot. If you do not use the inner pot or use another container instead,
you can damage your cooker.
1 Fill the inner pot with your ingredients. Do not overfill the inner pot. Do not
exceed the Max marking which applies to solids and liquids combined.
• When filling the inner pot, remember that some foods, like beans, rice, and
pasta, expand during the cooking process. Plan accordingly.
• Overfilling can cause valves to clog and excess pressure to develop.
• Always make sure that you have filled the pot to at least the 2-cup marking
inside the inner pot.
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FOOD
MAXIMUM VOLUME
(INNER POT CAPACITY)
EXAMPLE
Solid food 2/3 Meat, vegetables
Only liquids 1/2 Soup
Food that foams 1/2 Rice, pasta
Food that expands 1/3 Beans, lentils
2 Fill the inner pot with at least one cup of liquid (like water, juice, stock, or
broth). Your cooker needs liquid to build up internal pressure. Use the
provided measuring cup for easy volume measurement.
3 Make sure that the outside of the inner pot is dry and free of debris, then put it
into your cooker. Liquids on the outside of the pot can damage the heating
element.
4 Make sure that the inner pot is level with the cooker housing and that no
objects remain between the inner pot and the inner housing.
5 Put the lid on your cooker, then lock the lid in place. See Closing the lid on
page 14.
6 Make sure that the pressure release knob is in the sealing position .
7 Plug the power cord into a power outlet. Your cooker turns on and goes into
Standby mode.
8 Follow the instructions in Selecting a cooking program and cook time on
page 18.
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Selecting a cooking program and cook time
You can select from the following cooking programs. You can change the cooking
time to suit your own tastes, different food quantities, and food manufacturer's
instructions.
PROGRAMS
DEFAULT COOKING
TIME
Less Normal More
COOKING
TIME
RANGE
Rice — — —
Multi-grain
Soup
Meat/Stew
Poultry
Fish
Steam
veggies5min.
Beans/Chili
Quinoa
Cake
Manual
Warm
Sear/Sauté
Slow cook
20
min.
20
min.
15
min.
10
min.
3
min.
25
min.
12
min.
35
min.
15
min.
1
hr.
2
hrs.4 hrs.10hrs.
35
min.1hr.
35
min.1hr.
30
min. 1hr.
20
min.40min.
10
min.30min.
20
min.40min.
35
min.1hr.
20
min.40min.
40
min.50min.
30
min.1hr.
2
hrs.8hrs.
30
min.
1 min.
to 2 hrs.
1 min.
to 2 hrs.
1 min.
to 2 hrs.
1 min.
to 2 hrs.
1 min.
to 2 hrs.
1 min.
to 2 hrs.
1 min.
to 2 hrs.
1 min.
to 2 hrs.
1 min.
to 2 hrs.
1 min.
to 2 hrs.
10 min. to
24 hrs.
—
30 min. to
20 hrs.
INCREASE/
DECREASE
1 min.
1 min.
1 min.
1 min.
1 min.
1 min.
1 min.
1 min.
1 min.
1 min.
1 hr./10
min.
—
1 hr./10
min.
KEEP WARM
DELAY
TIMER
AFTER
PROGRAM
ENDS
10 min. to
24 hrs.
10 min. to
24 hrs.
10 min. to
24 hrs.
10 min. to
24 hrs.
10 min. to
24 hrs.
10 min. to
24 hrs.
10 min. to
24 hrs.
10 min. to
24 hrs.
10 min. to
24 hrs.
10 min. to
24 hrs.
10 min. to
24 hrs.
12 hrs.
12 hrs.
12 hrs.
12 hrs.
12 hrs.
12 hrs.
12 hrs.
12 hrs.
12 hrs.
12 hrs.
12 hrs.
——
——
10 min. to
24 hrs.
12 hrs.
1 Put the inner pot, filled with ingredients, into your cooker.
2 Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
3 Put the lid on your cooker, then lock the lid in place. See Closing the lid on
page 14.
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4 Press a cooking program button. The default cooking time appears on the
display.
5 If you want to change the default cooking time, press + or –. If you do not
adjust the time within 10 seconds of pressing a program button, your cooker
uses the default time.
Notes:
• You cannot adjust the default cooking time for the Rice program.
Depending on the amount of food you are cooking, your cooker
automatically sets the cooking time (from 14 to 18 minutes) once the
correct pressure is reached.
• You can use the Warm program to reheat food or keep cooked food warm.
Make sure that you add enough liquid to the inner pot to keep food from
burning.
6 Press the Start button. When the internal pressure reaches the correct level,
the countdown timer starts. The Warm and Slow Cook programs do not use
pressure so the countdown timer starts immediately.
Setting the delay timer
You can prepare food for cooking, then set a delayed start time from 10 minutes to
24 hours.
1 Select a cooking program, then adjust the time if needed. See Selecting a
cooking program and cook time on page 18.
2 Press Delay once to turn on the delay timer. The default setting is two hours.
3 Press + or – to adjust the hours (in 1-hour increments).
4 Press Hours/Minutes to select minutes, then press + or – to adjust the
minutes (in 10-hour increments).
5 Press Start or wait 10 seconds to start the delay countdown timer. When the
delay time elapses, your cooker starts heating. When the internal pressure
reaches the correct level, the cook countdown timer starts.
Notes:
• You cannot use the Delay timer with the Warm or Sear/Sauté program.
• To adjust or cancel the delay time, press the Cancel button, then select a
cooking program, cook time, and delay time. See Selecting a cooking
program and cook time on page 18.
Cooking
WAR NIN GS :
• During use, your cooker may release steam to keep an appropriate pressure
level. Keep your hands and face clear of escaping steam to avoid burns.
• When hot, always use oven mitts when handling your cooker and its
accessories.
• To avoid excess pressure buildup and possible damage to your cooker, do
not cover the lid, pressure release valve, floating valve, or air vents.
1 Put your ingredients into the inner pot, then put the pot into your cooker. See
Filling with food on page 16. Make sure that the outside of the pot is dry and
free of debris.
2 Close and lock the lid. See Closing the lid on page 14.
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3 Press a cooking program button, then adjust the cook or delay time (if
needed). See Selecting a cooking program and cook time on page 18 or
Setting the delay timer on page 19.
4 Press the Start button or wait 10 seconds. Your cooker starts heating. When
the internal pressure reaches the correct level, the countdown timer starts.
When cooking is complete, the Warm program automatically starts. The
default setting is 12 hours. You cannot adjust this time.
Note: To stop the Warm program, press Cancel, then unplug the power cord.
WAR NIN G: We recommend that you wait a few minutes after the floating valve
drops down. The internal pressure may still be higher than the outside pressure.
Opening the lid too quickly can create a pressure differential and eject hot food
and liquids towards the outside which can cause burns.
5 Press the Cancel button and unplug the power cord.
6 Let your cooker cool down before you open the lid. The floating valve on the
lid drops down when the pressure has decreased.
7 Use oven mitts to open the lid. Follow the instructions and warnings in
Opening the lid on page 15.
8 Carefully remove the food using suitable utensils and put it into a dish using
the provided rice scoop, soup ladle, or other utensils.
9 Let your cooker cool down completely before cleaning it. See Cleaning your
cooker on page 24.
10 Empty and clean the condensation reservoir after every use.
11 Inspect all protection features and clean after every use. See Protection
features on page 10 and Cleaning your cooker on page 24.
12 Make sure that the gasket is intact and does not show any deformation.
Using the quick release method to open the lid
After the cook time has elapsed, the temperature and pressure inside your cooker
slowly reduce. However, in the case of delicate food, you can release the pressure
more quickly to keep the food from overcooking.
WAR NIN GS :
• Always use oven mitts because your cooker is hot and escaping steam can
burn.
• Keep your face and hands clear of the pressure release valve before
releasing the pressure contained inside your cooker. Do not stand in the
steam venting trajectory.
• Do not use the quick release method when cooking only liquids or liquids
with a small amount of solid food. Liquids can be ejected with the steam
through the pressure release knob.
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1 Press Cancel and unplug the power cord.
2 Rotate the pressure release knob on the top of the lid all the way to the
venting position . The pressure release knob releases steam.
3 Use oven mitts to open the lid. Follow the instructions and warnings in
Opening the lid on page 15.
4 Carefully remove the food using suitable utensils and put it into a dish using
the provided rice scoop, soup ladle, or other utensils.
5 Let your cooker cool down completely before cleaning it. See Cleaning your
cooker on page 24.
6 Empty and clean the condensation reservoir after every use.
Steaming vegetables or fish
WAR NIN G: The cooking stand gets hot during use. Let it cool down before
removing it or use suitable utensils to remove it.
1 Pour about two cups of water into the inner pot.
2 Put the cooking stand into the inner pot. Make sure that the outside of the
cooking pot is dry and free of debris. Make sure that water does not reach the
top of the stand.
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3 Put the vegetables or fish into a suitable heat-resistant dish, then put the dish
on the cooking stand. Make sure that the food does not contact the water.
Note: For small food or cooked rice, use a heat-resistant bowl for easy handling.
4 Close and lock the lid. See Closing the lid on page 14.
5 Press Steam Veggies , then adjust the cook or delay time (if needed). See
Selecting a cooking program and cook time on page 18 or Setting the delay
timer on page 19.
6 Press Start or wait 10 seconds. Your cooker starts heating. When the internal
pressure reaches the correct level, the countdown timer starts.
7 When cooking is complete, press Cancel, then unplug your cooker.
8 Use oven mitts to open the lid. Follow the instructions and warnings in
Opening the lid on page 15.
9 Carefully remove the food using suitable utensils and put it into a dish using
the provided rice scoop, soup ladle, or other utensil.
10 Let your cooker cool down completely before cleaning it. See Cleaning your
cooker on page 24.
11 Empty and clean the condensation reservoir after every use.
Searing or sautéing food
You can sear or sauté food with or without the lid. After 30 minutes, the Sear/Sauté
program ends. You cannot adjust the cook or delay time.
WAR NIN G: Do not leave your cooker unattended when using the Sear/Sauté
program.
1 Pour cooking oil into the inner pot, then put the inner pot into your cooker.
2 Press Sear/Sauté , then press Start or wait 10 seconds.
3 Let your cooker preheat for about one to two minutes.
4 Put the food into the hot oil using suitable utensils, then let the food brown
evenly. If you do not use the lid, check continuously to make sure that there is
enough oil into the inner pot. Do not let the inner pot boil dry.
5 If you use the lid, close and lock the lid. See Closing the lid on page 14.
6 When cooking is complete, press Cancel, then unplug the power cord.
7 If you used the lid, use oven mitts to open the lid. Follow the instructions and
warnings in Opening the lid on page 15.
8 If you want to add ingredients after you finish searing or sautéing, let your
cooker cool for three to five minutes, then close the lid and select another
cooking program.
9 Carefully remove the food using suitable utensils and put it into a dish using
the provided rice scoop, soup ladle, or other utensils.
10 Let your cooker cool down completely before cleaning it. See Cleaning your
cooker on page 24.
11 Empty and clean the condensation reservoir after every use.
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Making a cake
1 Mix the cake ingredients ahead of time, stirring the cake into a paste.
2 Put the cake mixture into the inner pot, then put the pot into your cooker. See
Filling with food on page 16. Make sure that the outside of the pot is dry and
free of debris.
3 Close and lock the lid. See Closing the lid on page 14.
4 Press Cake , then adjust the cook or delay time (if needed). See Selecting a
cooking program and cook time on page 18 or Setting the delay timer on
page 19.
5 Press Start or wait 10 seconds. Your cooker starts heating. When the internal
pressure reaches the correct level, the countdown timer starts.
6 When cooking is complete, the Warm program automatically starts. The
default setting is 12 hours. You cannot adjust this time.
7 Press Cancel and unplug the power cord.
8 Let your cooker cool down before you open the lid. The floating valve on the
lid drops down when the pressure has decreased.
9 Use oven mitts to open the lid. Follow the instructions and warnings in
Opening the lid
10 Carefully remove the cake using suitable utensils and put it into a dish using
the provided rice scoop, soup ladle, or other utensils.
11 Let your cooker cool down completely before cleaning it. See Cleaning your
cooker on page 24.
12 Empty and clean the condensation reservoir after every use.
on page 15.
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Cleaning your cooker
You should clean your cooker after every use.
WAR NIN G: To avoid electric shocks or damage to your cooker, always press the
Stop button and unplug the power cord before cleaning. Make sure that all
parts of your cooker have cooled down completely.
CAUTIONS:
• Do not immerse the power cord or your cooker in water or any other liquids.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool, or scouring pads.
• Dry all parts thoroughly after cleaning, before using, or before storing your
cooker.
• Make sure that no water enters your cooker's housing or the control panel.
• The lid is not dishwasher safe.
• Clean the pressure release valve and pressure release valve protector only if
you see a residue buildup.
• Make sure that all parts and surfaces are completely dry before connecting
your cooker to a power outlet. Wet parts can cause an electric shock.
1 Remove the inner pot and condensation collector from your cooker.
2 Wash the inner pot, condensation collector, and any used accessories (like the
measuring cup, rice scoop, soup ladle, and cooking stand) with hot soapy
water. Rinse and dry carefully. You can also wash these items in a dishwasher.
3 Turn the lid upside down and put it on a clean, flat, and stable surface.
4 Remove the gasket by pulling it away from the lid.
5 Check the pressure release valve protector, pressure release valve, and floating
valve for residue. Only remove and clean these items if needed.
6 If you need to clean the floating valve, put one hand under the lid and push up
the floating valve. Remove the floating valve silicon cap with the other hand.
Release and grab the floating valve with the hand under the lid.
7 Wash the gasket, pressure release valve, pressure release valve protector,
floating valve, and silicon cap with hot soapy water. Rinse and dry carefully.
You can also wash these items in a dishwasher.
8 Wipe the inner and outer housings, control panel, and lid with a damp cloth.
Take extra care when cleaning near the heating element and control panel.
Water can damage them. Dry these parts thoroughly after cleaning. Do not
immerse them in water.
Storing your cooker
When storing your cooker:
• Make sure that your cooker and all parts are completely cool, clean, and dry.
• We recommend that you store your cooker in a dry place.
• Store your cooker on a stable shelf or in a cupboard to prevent it from falling.
• To avoid accidents, make sure that both your cooker and its power cord are
beyond reach of children or pets.
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM SOLUTION
My cooker is not
working.
I cannot close the lid. • If the floating valve is out (popped up), check the valve
My cooker heats up,
but the display or the
buttons do not light
up.
The display and
buttons light up, but
my cooker does not
heat.
The floating valve does
not pop up.
Steam is continually
released from the
pressure release valve.
• Make sure that the power cord is plugged in and that the
power outlet is working. If the outlet is not working,
check the circuit breaker and reset if necessary.
• Your cooker may have overheated. Unplug the power
cord from the power outlet, let your cooker cool, then try
using it again.
for residue, then clean the valve if necessary.
• If the floating valve is damaged, take your cooker to a
Best Buy authorized service center for repair.
•Press the Cancel button, then unplug the power cord
from the power outlet. Take your cooker to a Best Buy
authorized service center for repair.
•Press the Cancel button, then unplug the power cord
from the power outlet. Take your cooker to a Best Buy
authorized service center for repair.
• There may not be enough liquid to create sufficient
pressure. Press the Cancel button, then unplug the
power cord from the power outlet. Use the quick release
method to release any built up pressure and let your
cooker cool before opening it. See Using the quick
release method to open the lid on page 20. Add liquid,
then try again.
• Residue may be blocking the valve. Press the Cancel
button, then unplug the power cord from the power
outlet. Use the quick release method to release any built
up pressure and let your cooker cool before opening it.
See Using the quick release method to open the lid on
page 20. Clean the valve, then try again.
• The release valve may not be seated correctly. Press the
Cancel button, then unplug the power cord from the
power outlet. Wait until the steam flow stops, then use
oven mitts to push the valve down.
• The release valve may be damaged. Press the Cancel
button, then unplug the power cord from the power
outlet. Take your cooker to a Best Buy authorized service
center for repair.
• Your cooker may be building up too much pressure. Press
the Cancel button, then unplug the power cord from the
power outlet. Take your cooker to a Best Buy authorized
service center for repair.
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PROBLEM SOLUTION
Steam leaks from the
floating valve after it
pops up.
• Residue may be blocking the valve. Press the Cancel
button, then unplug the power cord from the power
outlet. Use the quick release method to release any built
up pressure and let your cooker cool before opening it.
See Using the quick release method to open the lid on
page 20. Clean the valve, then try again.
• The silicon cap on the floating valve may be damaged.
Press the Cancel button, then unplug the power cord
from the power outlet. Take your cooker to a Best Buy
authorized service center for repair.
• Your cooker may be building up too much pressure. Press
the Cancel button, then unplug the power cord from the
power outlet. Take your cooker to a Best Buy authorized
service center for repair.
Steam leaks from the
sides of the lid.
• The lid may not be closed correctly. Press the Cancel
button, then unplug the power cord from the power
outlet. Wait until the steam flow stops, then use oven
mitts to rotate the lid so that the (lock symbol) is
aligned with the
on the top front of your cooker.
• The sealing gasket may be missing. Press the Cancel
button, then unplug the power cord from the power
outlet. Use the quick release method to release any built
up pressure and let your cooker cool before opening it.
See Using the quick release method to open the lid on
page 20. Install the sealing gasket, then try again.
• The sealing gasket may be damaged. Press the Cancel
button, then unplug the power cord from the power
outlet. Take your cooker to a Best Buy authorized service
center for repair.
• Residue between the sealing gasket and lid may be
preventing a good seal. Press the Cancel button, then
unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Use the
quick release method to release any built up pressure
and let your cooker cool before opening it. See Using the
quick release method to open the lid on page 20. Clean
the residue from the gasket and lid, then try again.
I cannot open the lid. • If the floating valve is popped up, wait until the valve
drops down. You can use the quick release method with
oven mitts to open the lid. See Using the quick release
method to open the lid on page 20.
• The floating valve may be damaged. Press the Cancel
button, then unplug the power cord from the power
outlet. Use the quick release method to release any built
up pressure and let your cooker cool before opening it.
See Using the quick release method to open the lid on
page 20. Take your cooker to a Best Buy authorized
service center for repair.
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PROBLEM SOLUTION
My cooker is
producing an odor or
smoke.
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
• Your cooker may produce an odor or emit smoke when
you turn it on for the first time as it eliminates residues
from the production process. This is normal. Put the inner
pot inside your cooker, then fill the pot with at least two
cups of water. Let your cooker heat for at least 10 minutes
without the lid or food until the odor and smoke are
eliminated.
• If this is not the first time you turned on your cooker, it
may be damaged. Press the Cancel button, then unplug
the power cord from the power outlet. Use the quick
release method to release any built up pressure and let
your cooker cool before opening it. See Using the quick
release method to open the lid on page 20. Take your
cooker to a Best Buy authorized service center for repair.
Specifications
Volume 6 qt. (24 C) (5.7 L)
Dimensions (H × W × D) 12.6 × 13.0 × 12.2 in. (32 × 33 × 31 cm)
Weight 11.9 lbs. (5.4 kg)
Power 120V ~ 60 Hz
Power consumption 1,000W
Power cord length 30.7 in. (78 cm)
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ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Definitions:
The Distributor* of Insignia branded products warrants to you, the original purchaser of this
new Insignia-branded product (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the
original manufacturer of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the
date of your purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”).
For this warranty to apply, your Product must be purchased in the United States or Canada
from a Best Buy branded retail store or online at www.bestbuy.com or www.bestbuy.ca and
is packaged with this warranty statement.
How long does the coverage last?
The Warranty Period lasts for 1 year (365 days) from the date you purchased the Product.
Your purchase date is printed on the receipt you received with the Product.
What does this warranty cover?
During the Warranty Period, if the original manufacture of the material or workmanship of
the Product is determined to be defective by an authorized Insignia repair center or store
personnel, Insignia will (at its sole option): (1) repair the Product with new or rebuilt parts; or
(2) replace the Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts.
Products and parts replaced under this warranty become the property of Insignia and are
not returned to you. If service of Products or parts are required after the Warranty Period
expires, you must pay all labor and parts charges. This warranty lasts as long as you own your
Insignia Product during the Warranty Period. Warranty coverage terminates if you sell or
otherwise transfer the Product.
How to obtain warranty service?
If you purchased the Product at a Best Buy retail store location or from a Best Buy online
website (www.bestbuy.com or www.bestbuy.ca), please take your original receipt and the
Product to any Best Buy store. Make sure that you place the Product in its original packaging
or packaging that provides the same amount of protection as the original packaging.
To obtain warranty service, in the United States and Canada call 1-877-467-4289. Call agents
may diagnose and correct the issue over the phone.
Where is the warranty valid?
This warranty is valid only in the United States and Canada at Best Buy branded retail stores
or websites to the original purchaser of the product in the country where the original
purchase was made.
What does the warranty not cover?
This warranty does not cover:
• Customer instruction/education
•Installation
•Set up adjustments
• Cosmetic damage
• Damage due to weather, lightning, and other acts of God, such as power surges
• Accidental damage
•Misuse
•Abuse
•Negligence
• Commercial purposes/use, including but not limited to use in a place of business or in
communal areas of a multiple dwelling condominium or apartment complex, or
otherwise used in a place of other than a private home.
• Modification of any part of the Product, including the antenna
• Display panel damaged by static (non-moving) images applied for lengthy periods
(burn-in).
• Damage due to incorrect operation or maintenance
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• Connection to an incorrect voltage or power supply
• Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Insignia to service the Product
• Products sold “as is” or “with all faults”
•Consumable
• s, including but not limited to batteries (i.e. AA, AAA, C etc.)
• Products where the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed
• Loss or Theft of this product or any part of the product
• Display panels containing up to three (3) pixel failures (dots that are dark or incorrectly
illuminated) grouped in an area smaller than one tenth (1/10) of the display size or up to
five (5) pixel failures throughout the display. (Pixel based displays may contain a limited
number of pixels that may not function normally.)
• Failures or Damage caused by any contact including but not limited to liquids, gels or
pastes.
REPAIR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY. INSIGNIA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR THE BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON
THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST DATA, LOSS OF USE OF YOUR
PRODUCT, LOST BUSINESS OR LOST PROFITS. INSIGNIA PRODUCTS MAKES NO OTHER
EXPRESS WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED
WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE AND
NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THE WARRANTY
PERIOD. SOME STATES, PROVINCES AND JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON
HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
Contact Insignia:
1-877-467-4289
www.insigniaproducts.com
INSIGNIA is a trademark of Best Buy and its affiliated companies.
*Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC
7601 Penn Ave South, Richfield, MN 55423 U.S.A.
©2020 Best Buy. All rights reserved.
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