AIR FRYER LID
6 Quart
User Manual
Welcome
Important Safeguards
Initial Setup
Product, Parts and Accessories
Control Panel
Cleaning Before First Use
Cooking with the Air Fryer Lid
Smart Programs
Cooking Time Chart
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting
Warranty
Contact Information
Welcome to the world of Instant cooking.
Thank you for welcoming us into your kitchen.
Having families ourselves, we developed the Instant Pot® Air Fryer Lid to
allow busy families and professionals alike to easily cook healthy, delicious
meals in less time.
We have partnered with chefs, authors and bloggers to compile a collection
of recipes that we hope you enjoy!
Happy cooking,
Robert J. Wang
Founder and Chief Innovation Ofcer
Download the Instant Pot App
• Original Recipes
• New User Tips
• Getting Started Videos
Find helpful how-to videos, download the app, or visit our recipe site.
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .......................................................................................................4
Special Cord Set Instructions ................................................................................................... 9
Product Specications ...................................................................................................9
Compatibility .................................................................................................................10
Find Your Model Number ............................................................................................10
Initial Setup ................................................................................................................................... 10
Product, Parts and Accessories ................................................................................................ 12
Control Panel ................................................................................................................................ 13
Status Messages ........................................................................................................................ 14
Smart Program Settings .......................................................................................................... 16
Cleaning Before First Use .......................................................................................................... 17
Cooking with the Air Fryer Lid ..................................................................................................18
Smart Programs ........................................................................................................................... 18
Cooking Time Chart ...................................................................................................................22
Care, Cleaning and Storage ..................................................................................................... 23
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................24
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................ 25
Contact Information ......................................................................................................27
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using your appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
1. READ THE GETTING STARTED GUIDE AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS,
SAFEGUARDS, AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THE APPLIANCE.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY
RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
2. Only use the appliance with a compatible Instant Pot multi-use pressure
cooker base. See page 9 for a list of compatible products.
WARN ING
3.
injury. DO NOT plug in the Air Fryer Lid and the Instant Pot multi-use pressure
cooker base at the same time. Always unplug the Instant Pot cooker base
BEFORE plugging in the Air Fryer Lid.
4. Unplug the appliance when not in use and before cleaning. To do so safely,
press Cancel to return to Standby mode (OFF), then grasp the plug and
remove it from the wall outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
5. DO NOT use this appliance with the Instant Pot ceramic coated inner pot. Use
only with the Instant Pot stainless-steel inner pot.
6. DO NOT attempt to use a Smart Program on the Instant Pot pressure cooker
base for any function when the Air Fryer Lid is placed on top of base cooker.
Overloading electrical circuits can lead to re, burns and
7. Always check the cooker base for foreign objects before use.
8. Overlling the inner pot may cause damage, re and/or personal injury.
• When using the pressure cooking lid,
– DO NOT ll the inner pot and/or air fryer basket above the PC MAX —2/3
line, or over the —1/2 line when cooking foods that expand.
– DO NOT use the broil/dehydrating tray.
• When using the Air Fryer Lid,
– DO NOT allow food to touch the element cover on the Air Fryer Lid.
9. Oversized foods must not be inserted into the stainless-steel inner pot or the
air fryer basket as they may create a re or risk of electric shock.
10. For household countertop use only. Do not use outdoors. Not for commercial use.
11. Always operate the appliance on a stable, non-combustible, level surface.
CAUTION
12.
cord away from children.
• DO NOT let the power cord contact hot surfaces or open ame, including
the stovetop.
• DO NOT let the power cord hang over the edge of tables or counters.
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Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep the appliance and
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
• DO NOT use power outlets below counters.
• DO NOT use the appliance with an extension cord.
CAUTION
13.
the Air Fryer Lid, power cord or plug in water or other liquid. Do not rinse the
appliance under a tap.
14. Regularly inspect the appliance and power cord. Do not operate the
appliance if
• The power cord or plug show signs of damage.
• The appliance malfunctions.
• The appliance is dropped or damaged in any manner. For assistance,
contact Customer Care at support@instantpot.com,
www.instantpot.com/#Chat, or by phone at 1-800-828-7280.
15. Do not use the appliance in electric systems other than 120 V~60 Hz. Do not
use with power converters or adapters.
16. Heat from an external source will damage the appliance.
• DO NOT place the appliance on any kind of stovetop or in a heated oven.
• DO NOT rest the appliance on the power cord.
CAUTION
17.
• Do not touch hot surfaces or try to reach through the element
cover to touch the heating element or the fan.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance.
Only use the lid handle to lift and carry the Air Fryer Lid.
• Only place the Air Fryer Lid on the protective pad provided;
do not place on countertop.
To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse
The appliance’s outer surfaces may become hot during use.
18. Do not cover the air vents while the appliance is in operation. Doing so will
prevent even cooking and may cause damage to the appliance through
overheating.
CAUTION
19.
• DO NOT attempt to use the appliance for deep frying with oil.
• Do not use the appliance without the removable stainless-steel inner pot
in place, to reduce the risk of damaging the cooker base, causing re and
personal injury.
WARNING
When cooking, improper use may result in personal injury:
Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
20. DO NOT heat the empty stainless-steel inner pot with the Air Fryer Lid for
more than 10 minutes, as doing so may damage the cooking surface.
• DO NOT move the Instant Pot cooker base if the stainless-steel inner pot
contains hot oil, hot food or hot liquids.
• DO NOT move the Air Fryer Lid if a Smart Program is running.
• DO NOT place the appliance against a wall or against other appliances.
Leave 5" / 13 cm of space around and above the appliance.
• DO NOT operate the appliance on or near combustible materials such as
tablecloths and curtains.
• DO NOT cover or place objects on top of the appliance.
CAUTION
21.
become extremely hot. To avoid personal injury,
• DO NOT touch the inner pot or accessories during or immediately
after cooking.
• Always use proper hand protection when removing accessories and
when handling the hot stainless-steel inner pot.
• Always place hot accessories on a heat-resistant surface or cooking plate.
• Use extreme caution when disposing of hot grease.
CAUTION
22.
through the air vents, which may result in personal injury. Keep your hands and
face at a safe distance from the air vents. DO NOT place your face or hands
over the appliance when removing the Air Fryer Lid.
23. If the Air Fryer Lid emits black smoke, press Cancel and unplug it immediately.
Wait for smoking to stop before removing the Air Fryer Lid, then allow it to
cool to room temperature and clean the lid and inner pot thoroughly.
24. DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use.
25. DO NOT connect the appliance to an external timer switch or separate
remote-control system.
26. This appliance is NOT to be used by children or by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities. Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used near children and these individuals. Children should not
play with this appliance.
While cooking, the stainless-steel inner pot and accessories
When the Air Fryer Lid is in operation hot air is released
27. Proper maintenance is recommended after each use. Let the appliance cool
down to room temperature before cleaning or storing or when adding or
removing parts and accessories. Refer to Care, Cleaning and Storage.
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WARNING
Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
28. Avoid contact with moving parts.
29. Do not place ammable material in the inner pot, such as paper, cardboard or
plastic.
30. The included accessories are not to be used in a microwave, toaster oven,
convection or conventional oven, or on a ceramic, electric, induction or gas
cooktop, or an outdoor grill.
31. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and
touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.
32. Do not use any accessories or attachments not authorized by Instant Brands
Inc. The use of attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause
a risk of injury, re or electric shock.
33. Do not attempt to repair, replace, alter or modify components of the
appliance, as this may cause electric shock, re or injury, and will void the
warranty.
34. Do not tamper with any of the safety mechanisms.
35. Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARN ING
To avoid injury, before using this appliance read this User Manual (or the Getting Started Guide and Safety,
Maintenance and Warranty booklet) carefully and completely.
WARN ING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS OR THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE
USE IS A MISUSE OF YOUR APPLIANCE THAT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CREATE THE RISK OF
SERIOUS INJURY.
WARN ING
Electrical shock hazard. Use grounded outlet only. DO NOT remove ground. DO NOT use an adapter. DO NOT use
an extension cord. Failure to follow instructions can cause electrical shock or death.
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WARNING
Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Special Cord Set Instructions
As per safety requirements, a short power supply cord (0.6 m to 0.9 m / 23 in to
35 in) is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement
and tripping.
This appliance has a 3-prong grounding plug. To reduce the risk of electric
shock, plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is
easily accessible.
Product Specications
Model:
AIR FRYER LID 6
1500 W 120 V ~ 60 Hz 5.95 lbs
2.7 kg
10.7L x 11.61W x 6.14H in
27.2L x 29.5W x 15.6H cm
WARNING
Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Compatibility
For use with Instant Pot 6 Quart Multi-Use Pressure Cookers.
The Air Fryer Lid is NOT compatible with the following series: Smart WiFi 60,
Duo Evo Plus 6, Duo Evo Plus 60, Duo SV 60 or Max 60.
For use with Instant Pot stainless-steel inner pots. To avoid property damage,
never use with ceramic-coated inner pots.
Model: Duo 60 (IP-DUO60, IP-DUO60 V2, IP-DUO60 V2.1, IP-DUO60-ENW,
IP-DUO60 V3, Duo 60 V3, Duo Frontier Rose 60, Duo Dazzling Dahlia 60, Duo
White 60, Duo Teal 60, Duo Red 60, Duo Black SS 60, Duo Red SS 60, Duo Nova
Black SS 60). Lux 60 (IP-LUX60, Lux Blue 60, Lux Red 60, IP-LUX60 V2, IP-LUX60-
ENW, IP-LUX60-ENW-MM, IP-LUX60 V3, Lux Breezy Blossoms 60, Lux Vintage
Floral 60, Lux Black SS 60, Lux Red SS 60, Lux 60 V3). Duo Plus 60 (Duo Plus 60,
Duo Plus Cinnamon SS 60, Duo Plus Blue SS 60, Duo Plus Copper SS 60,
Duo Plus Black SS 60). Ultra 60 (Ultra 60). Viva 60 (Viva, Viva 60, Viva Cinnamon
60, Viva Cobalt 60, Viva Eggplant 60, Viva Red SS 60, Viva Black SS 60). Nova
Plus 60 (Nova Plus 60). Duo Nova 60 (Duo Nova 60).
Air Fryer Lid is NOT compatible with (model) Smart WiFi 60, Duo Evo Plus 6, Duo
Evo Plus 60, Duo SV 60 or Max 60.
Find Your Model Number
The model number is listed on the rating label at the back of your pressure cooker.
If you are unsure of your model, contact customer service by
support@instantpot.com, www.instantpot.com/#Chat, or
by phone at 1-800-828-7280
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WARNING
Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
Initial Setup
• Read all the Important Safeguards in this User Manual before using the Air
Fryer Lid. Failure to do so may result in property damage and/or personal
injury.
• ONLY use Air Fryer Lid with a compatible Instant Pot multi-use pressure
cooker. See full list here.
• Always use an Instant Pot stainless-steel inner pot when air frying. Never use a
ceramic coated inner pot.
• Remove all packaging from the appliance and ensure all parts and accessories
are accounted for.
• Do not remove identication or safety warning stickers from the appliance.
• Follow Cleaning Before First Use instructions to clean the appliance before
rst use.
WARN ING
Overloading electrical circuits can lead to re, burns and injury.
DO NOT plug in the Air Fryer Lid and the cooker base at the same time. Always unplug the cooker base BEFORE
plugging in the Air Fryer Lid.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury and/
or property damage, place the
appliance only on the protective pad
provided or on a compatible Instant
Pot cooker base.
When in use, leave at least 5” / 13 cm
of space around the appliance. Do
not cover the Air Fryer Lid, and do not
block the air vents.
Do not place the appliance on a
stovetop. Heat from an external
source may damage the appliance.
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Product, Parts and Accessories
Air Fryer Lid 6 Quart
Front
Back
Handle
Contol Panel
Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
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Air Intake
Air Vent
Power Cord
Product, Parts and Accessories
Interior
Accessories
Element Cover
Heating Element
(beneath element cover)
Broil/Dehydrating Tray
Multi-Level Air Fryer Basket
Protective Pad and
Air Fryer Basket Base
Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Storage Cover
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Control Panel
1
2 3
5
7
6
1 Display
Indicates the cooking time, temperature and status messages.
2 Cancel
Press to stop a Smart Program at any time. The Air Fryer Lid will go to Standby mode.
3 Start
Press to start a Smart Program.
4 Time +/—
Increase or decrease the cooking time.
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5 Temp +/—
Increase or decrease the cooking temperature.
6 Smart Programs
Air Fry, Broil, Bake, Roast, Reheat and Dehydrate.
Press to select. Refer to Smart Programs for details.
7 LED Indicators
Illuminate to indicate the active Smart Program.
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Control Panel
Status Messages
Indicates that the Air Fryer Lid is in Standby mode.
Indicates that the Air Fryer Lid has begun preheating.
Indicates:
• The lid is not seated properly.
• The inner pot is not present in the cooker base.
Indicates that food in the cooking chamber should
be turned, ipped or rotated.
Indicates that the fan is blowing to cool the appliance.
Indicates that the Smart Program has nished.
Indicates overheating in the inner pot. Refer to
Troubleshooting.
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Control Panel
Smart Program Settings
Change Temperature Scale (°F or °C)
When in Standby mode, press and hold the + button over Temp until Fahrenheit
(°F) appears on the display.
When in Standby mode, press and hold the + button over Temp until Celsius (°C)
appears on the display.
Turn Sounds On / Off
Sound On: When in Standby mode, press and hold the + button over Time until S
On appears on the display.
Sound Off: When in Standby mode, press the — button beneath Time until SOFF
appears on the display.
Note: Error alerts cannot be silenced.
Smart Program Memory
Smart Programs are preset with optimal time and temperature settings.
Once a Smart Program has been selected, the time and temperature can be
adjusted to suit individual preferences. The new adjusted time and/or temperature
is saved when you press Start.
Reset Individual Smart Programs
When the Air Fryer Lid is in Standby mode, press and hold the desired Smart
Program button until the appliance beeps. The Smart Program has been restored
to the factory default setting.
Reset All Smart Programs
When the Air Fryer Lid is in Standby mode, press and hold Cancel until the
appliance beeps. All Smart Programs have been restored to the factory default
settings.
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Cleaning Before First Use
Air Fryer Lid
Wipe the Air Fryer Lid with a soft, damp cloth or sponge to remove any residue
from packing materials. Never rinse the lid under the tap.
Accessories
Wash the accessories in your dishwasher or with hot water and dish soap before
using them for the rst time. Rinse with warm, clear water and use a soft cloth to
dry the accessories.
To assemble the multi-level air fryer basket:
1. Place the air fryer basket base on a stable surface.
2. Position the multi-level air fryer basket over the base and press down rmly. The
teeth on the base should pop into the groove on the outside of the basket.
3. To easily lift and position the broil/dehydrating tray, hold the large holes in the
middle of the tray with 2 ngers.
4. Insert the broil/dehydrating tray into the multi-level air fryer basket, ensuring
that the raised rim is facing down.
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2
4
1
2
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Cooking with the Air Fryer Lid
You can use the Air Fryer Lid to cook your dish from start to nish or to crisp
up food that has been cooked another way, such as by pressure cooking, slow
cooking or sous vide.
1. If plugged in, unplug the Instant Pot cooker base.
2. Place your food in the multi-level air fryer basket (with or without the broil/
dehydration tray), in an oven-safe baking dish or directly in the inner pot,
according to food type or your recipe.
Note: Use only an Instant Pot stainless-steel inner pot when using the Air Fryer Lid.
Do not use a ceramic-coated inner pot.
3. Insert the inner pot into a compatible Instant Pot cooker base.
4. Place the Air Fryer Lid on the Instant Pot cooker base and plug in.
Ensure you have unplugged your pressure cooker.
5. Select a Smart Program: Air Fry, Broil, Bake, Roast, Reheat or Dehydrate.
6. Use the Temp and Time + / − buttons to adjust the temperature and cooking time
as needed.
Note: The Air Fryer Lid saves any customization made to the time or temperature after
pressing Start.
7. Press Start. The display indicates On as the Air Fryer Lid preheats.
8. Part way through the cooking cycle the lid beeps and the display indicates turn Food.
9. Lift the Air Fryer Lid to pause cooking. If you need to put it down, place it on the
protective pad.
10. Turn, ip or rotate your food, then place the Air Fryer Lid back on the Instant
Pot cooker base to resume cooking.
Note: If the lid is left off for longer than 3 minutes, it will revert to Standby mode
and display OFF.
Note: Some food does not require turning. If the lid is not removed after the turn Food
indicator appears, cooking will proceed af ter 10 seconds.
11. When the Smart Program completes, the lid beeps and the display indicates End.
Note: Except with the Reheat and Dehydrate Smart Programs, the display also indicates
Cool and the fan blows for up to 5 minutes or until you lift the lid.
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Cooking with the Air Fryer Lid
12. Lift the Air Fryer Lid off the Instant Pot cooker base and place it on the
protective pad, or let the Air Fryer Lid keep your food warm for up to 1 hour.
Note: The Air Fryer Lid beeps after 5 minutes, 20 minutes and 60 minutes to remind
you that cooking has completed.
To store your Air Fryer Lid:
1. Flip the protective pad
over so the grooved side
is up.
2. Lower the Air Fryer Lid
onto the protective pad
as indicated in the image
below.
3. Turn the Air Fryer Lid
clockwise until the
protective pad locks into
place.
13. Carefully remove your food, serve and enjoy!
CAUTION
CAUTION
WAR NING
Do not overll the inner pot or accessories. To prevent risk of re, damage and/or
personal injury, ensure that food contents do not contact the heating element or the
element cover.
The inner pot, accessories and heating element area of the Air Fryer Lid will be hot.
Use proper hand protection when adding, removing and turning food.
Overloading electrical circuits can lead to re, burns and injury. DO NOT plug in the
Air Fryer Lid and the Instant Pot cooker base at the same time. Always unplug the
Instant Pot cooker base BEFORE plugging in the Air Fryer Lid.
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Smart Programs
The Air Fryer Lid provides rapid air circulation to cook food and give your meals
all the rich, crispy golden avor of deep frying with little to no oil. Smart Programs
use preset times and temperatures for optimal cooking results, but are fully
adjustable to suit your preferences.
Depending on your recipe, food may be placed in the multi-level air fryer basket,
in an oven-safe baking dish or directly in the inner pot. Always use the stainlesssteel inner pot, with or without the accessories.
Do not crowd the multi-level air fryer basket or the broil/dehydrating tray. Air must
be able to circulate freely around food items.
Smart
Program
Air Fry
Broil
Bake
Time
Default*
20 mins 1 min to 1 hr 400ºF - 204ºC
Air frying is an amazing way to bring out a lot of avor using only a little oil.
Crisp up previously cooked dishes or use the Air Fryer Lid to cook a dish from start to
nish.
Ideal for fresh or frozen fries, chicken wings, shrimp and more.
10 mins
Broiling involves direct top-down heating, and broiled foods benet from being placed
close to the element.
Perfect for melting cheese on French onion soup.
30 mins 1 min to 1 hr 365ºF - 185ºC
Like a tiny oven, the Bake Smart Program can be used to create decadent brownies, uffy
cakes, pastries, buns and much more.
Bake with the provided multi-level air fryer basket or any oven-safe baking dish, such as a
springform pan. Unless specied in your recipe, do not cover your batter when baking.
• If baking in the air fryer basket, refer to Cleaning Before First Use for details on
assembly. Line the interior of the air fry basket with aluminum foil or parchment paper,
then pour in loose batter.
• If using a baking dish, ensure to elevate the dish with a steam rack when cooking.
Time
Range
1 min to
20 mins
Temp
Default*
400ºF - 204ºC No range
Temp
Range
300 to 400ºF
149 to 204ºC
180 to 380ºF
82 to 193ºC
Recommended
Accessory
Air Fryer Basket
Air fryer basket, on
broil/dehydration tray
Air fryer basket,
beneath broil/
dehydration tray /
oven-safe baking dish
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Smart Programs
Smart
Program
Roast
Reheat
Dehydrate
Time
Default*
40 mins
The Roast Smart Program is perfect for beef, lamb, pork, poultry, vegetables and more.
Give your roast a beautiful crust, crisp up poultry skins or give your vegetables a golden
exterior.
15 mins
Warm up meals without overcooking or drying them out.
6 hours
The Dehydrate Smart Program applies low heat over a long period of time to safely dry
out food items.
Make fruit leather, dehydrated vegetable chips and all kinds of jerky.
Always follow a trusted recipe when dehydrating meat.
Time
Range
1 min to
45 mins
1 min to
1 hr
1 hour to
72 hours
Temp
Default*
380ºF - 193ºC
280ºF - 138ºC
125ºF
52ºC
Temp
Range
250 to 380ºF
121 to 193ºC
120 to 360ºF
49 to 182ºC
105 to 165ºF
41 to 74ºC
Recommended
Accessory
Air Fryer Basket
Air fryer basket,
beneath broil/
dehydration tray /
oven-safe baking dish
Air fryer basket, on
and beneath broil/
dehydration tray
*Smart Program times and temperatures are recommendations only. Always follow a
trusted recipe, as time and temperature will vary based on food type and quantity.
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Cooking Time Chart
Food
Fries (frozen) Air Fry
Shrimp Air Fry 250 to 300 g 7 to 9 minutes 400°F / 204°C
Beef Steak Air Fry 350 to 400 g 13 to 15 minutes 400°F / 204°C
Pork Air Fry 280 to 300 g 17 to 19 minutes 375°F / 190°C
Quater Chicken Air Fry 350 to 450 g 37 to 39 minutes 400°F / 204°C
Cauliower Air Fry 150 to 200 g 11 to 13 minutes 400°F / 204°C
Carrots Air Fry 0.5 lb (227 g) 8 to 10 minutes 400°F / 204°C
Green Beans Air Fry 0.5 lb (227 g) 9 to 11 minutes 400°F / 204°C
Asparagus Air Fry 16 to 20 pieces 3 to 5 minutes 400°F / 204°C
Chicken Wings Air Fry 6 to 8 pieces 19 minutes 385°F / 196°C
Smart
Programs
Quantity Cooking Time*
450 g (1 lb) 18 to 20 minutes 400ºF / 204ºC
680 g (1.5 lb) 22 to 24 minutes 400ºF / 204ºC
Cooking
Temperature*
*Cooking times and temperatures are recommendations only.
Always follow a trusted recipe.
For a complete list of cooking times, visit our website.
CAUTION
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Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches a safe
minimum temperature. Refer to the USDA’s Safe Minimum Internal Temperature
Chart for more information.
Care, Cleaning and Storage
Unplug the Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid and let it cool to room temperature before
cleaning or storage.
Never use harsh chemical detergents, scouring pads or powders on any of the
parts or components.
Clean after each use, and allow the appliance to dry completely before further
use or storage.
Part Instruction
Multi-Level Air Fryer
Basket
• Broil/Dehydration Tray
• Base
Protective Pad and
Storage Cover
Air Fryer Lid
Power Cord
*Some discoloration may occur after machine washing, but this will not affec t the cooker’s safety or
performance.
• Disassemble before cleaning.
• Optionally, spray the cooking tray and/or air fryer basket
with non-stick cooking spray before adding food.
• To make cleaning easier, line the bottom of the air fryer
basket with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
• Clean after each use.
• Once the appliance is cool, clean the heating element cover
and surrounding area with a soft, damp cloth or sponge.
Ensure it is free of food debris and/or grease splatter.
• Do not remove the element cover.
• Wipe the exterior clean with a soft, damp cloth or
sponge.
• Do not rinse—wipe dry with a soft cloth.
• Wipe visible particles off power cord as needed.
• Do not fold the power cord when storing.
Cleaning
Method
Dishwasher
Safe* and
Hand
Washable
Damp Cloth
Only
Do not immerse the appliance
in water or any liquid.
Do not rinse the appliance
under a tap.
WARN ING
Without proper cleaning, food
and grease splatter may build
up around the heating element,
causing the risk of smoke, re
and personal injury.
If you smell or see black smoke,
press Cancel and unplug the
appliance. Once cool, clean food
splatter or grease with a soft cloth
and mild detergent.
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Troubleshooting
Register your product today.
Contact Customer Care:
1-800-828-7280
support@instantpot.com
instantpot.com/#Chat
Problem Possible Reason Solution
Air Fryer Lid is
plugged in but
will not turn
on, or turns off
during cooking
Black smoke is
coming from
the Air Fryer Lid
White smoke
is coming from
the Air Fryer Lid
The appliance is not plugged in.
Bad power connection or
no power.
Electrical fuse has blown.
Microswitch is damaged.
Stop cooking immediately. Press Cancel, then unplug the
WAR NING
appliance. When smoking stops, place the Air Fryer Lid on the
protective pad provided.
Food is burning.
Using an oil with a low
smoke point.
Faulty circuit or heating
element.
Cooking foods with excess
fat, such as bacon, sausage
and burgers may result in
white smoke.
Water is vaporizing, producing
thick steam.
Seasoning on food has blown
into element.
Plug the power cord rmly into a grounded 120 V
outlet.
Plug the power cord rmly into a grounded 120 V
outlet.
Inspect power cord for damage. If damage is
noticed, contact Customer Care.
Check the outlet to ensure it is powered.
Contact Customer Care.
Contact Customer Care.
Allow it to cool to room temperature before cleaning.
Remove food and clean affected area thoroughly.
Choose a neutral oil with a high smoke point, such
as canola, avocado, soybean, safower or rice bran.
Contact Customer Care.
Avoid air frying foods with a high fat content.
Check drip pan for excess oil or fat, and carefully
remove as needed after cooking.
Pat dry moist food ingredients before air frying. Do
not add water or other liquid to the inner pot when
air frying.
Be mindful when seasoning food. Spray vegetables
and meats before adding seasoning so it better
adheres to the ingredients
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
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Limited Warranty
This Limited Warranty is effective for one year from the date of original consumer purchase. Proof of original purchase
date and, if requested by an authorized representative of Instant Brands Inc. (“ Instant Brands”), return of your appliance,
is required to obtain service under this Limited Warranty. Provided that this appliance is operated and maintained in
accordance with written instructions attached to or furnished with the appliance, Instant Brands will, in its sole and
exclusive discretion, either: (i) repair defects in materials or workmanship; or (ii) replace the appliance. In the event that
your appliance is replaced, the Limited Warranty on the replacement appliance will expire 12 months from the date of
original consumer purchase.
This Limited Warranty extends only to the original purchaser and use of the appliance in
the United States of America and Canada. This warranty does not cover units that are used
outside of the United States of America and Canada.
Any modication or at tempted modication to your appliance may interfere with the safe operation of the appliance and
will void this Limited Warranty. This Limited Warranty does not apply in respect of any appliance or any par t thereof that
has been altered or modied unless such alterations or modications were expressly authorized by an Ins tant Brands
representative.
Limitation and Exclusions
The liability of Instant Brands, if any, for any allegedly defective appliance or part shall in no circumstances exceed the
purchase price of a comparable replacement appliance.
This Limited Warranty does not cover:
1. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, neglect, unreasonable use, use contrar y to the operating
instructions, normal wear and tear, commercial use, improper assembly, disassembly, failure to provide reasonable
and necessary maintenance, re, ood, acts of God or repair by anyone unless directed by an Instant Brands
Representative;
2. Repairs where your appliance is used for other than normal, personal use or when it is used in a manner that is
contrary to published user or operator instructions; or
3. Use of unauthorized parts and accessories, or repairs to parts and systems resulting from unauthorized repairs or
modications made to this appliance.
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be paid by you.
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Disclaimer of Implied Warranties
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN AND TO THE EX TENT PERMITTED BY LAW, INSTANT BR ANDS MAKES NO
WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS OR REPRESENTATIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY STATUTE, USAGE, CUSTOM OF TRADE OR
OTHERW ISE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLIANCES OR PARTS COVERED BY THIS WA RRANT Y, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS, OR REPRESENTATIONS OF WORKMANSHIP, MERCHANTABILITY, MERCHANTABLE QUALITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTI CULAR PURPOSE OR DURABILITY.
Some states or provinces do not allow for the exclusion of implied warranties of merchantability or tness, so this
limitation may not apply to you. In these states and provinces, you have only the implied warranties that are expressly
required to be provided in accordance with applicable law.
Limitation of Remedies;
Exclusion of Incidental and Consequential Damage
YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIV E REMEDY UNDER TH IS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE APPLIANCE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS
PROVIDED HEREIN. INSTANT BRANDS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNEC TION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE APPLIANCE OR DAMAGES WI TH RESPECT
TO ANY ECONOMIC LOSS, PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF PROPERTY, LOSS OF RE VENUES OR PROFITS, LOSS OF ENJOYMENT
OR USE, COSTS OF REMOVAL, INSTALLATION OR OT HER INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DA MAGES OF ANY
NATURE OR KIND.
Warranty Registration
Please visit www.instantpot.com/support/register to register your new Instant Brands™ appliance
and validate your warranty within thirty (30) days of purchase. You will be asked to provide the store name, date of
purchase, model number (found on the back of your appliance) and serial number (found on the bottom of your
appliance) along with your name and email address. The registration will enable us to keep you up to date with produc t
developments, recipes and contact you in the unlikely event of a produc t safety notication. By registering, you
acknowledge that you have read and understand the instructions for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying
instructions.
Warranty Service
To obtain service under this warranty, please contact our Customer Service Department
by phone at 1-800-828-7280 or by email to support@instantpot.com. You can also create a
support ticket online at www.instantpot.com/support. If we are unable to resolve the problem,
you may be asked to send your appliance to the Service Department for quality inspection.
Instant Brands is not responsible for shipping costs related to warranty service, save and except
for shipping costs associated with the return of your appliance from Canada or within the 48
contiguous states and the District of Columbia of the United States of America, as provided
herein. When returning your appliance, please include your name, mailing address, email
address, phone number, and proof of the original purchase date as well as a description of the
problem you are encountering with the appliance.
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11–300 Earl Grey Dr., Suite 383
Ottawa, Ontario
K2T 1C1
Canada
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instantpot.com/support/register
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