Instant POT DUO SV User Manual

Duo SV

User Manual

Important Safeguards

What’s Included

Product Overview

Getting Started

Controls & Features

System Settings

Venting Methods

Initial Test Run (Water Test)

Smart Programs

Keep Warm

Delay Start

Care & Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Warranty

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed:

1.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

2.Do not touch hot surfaces. Only use side handles for carrying or moving.

3.CAUTION Do not place the appliance on or in close proximity to a hot gas or electric burner, or a heated oven; heat from an external source will damage

the appliance.

4.CAUTION Do not use near water or flame. Please keep out of direct sunlight.

5.CAUTION Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance containing hot liquids. Do not move the appliance when it is under pressure.

6.Do not use appliance for anything other than intended use.

7.For household use only. Do not use outdoors. Not for commercial use.

8.This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injury. Make certain the appliance is properly closed before operating. Refer to “Getting Started”.

9.Do not fill the appliance over 2/3 full. When cooking foods that expand during cooking such as rice or dried vegetables, do not fill the appliance over 1/2 full. Overfilling may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe and developing excess pressure. Refer to “Pressure Cooking”.

10.Before each use, check the steam release valve/handle, steam release pipe, anti-block shield and float valve for clogging. Refer to “Getting Started”.

11.Do not open the appliance until the appliance has depressurized and all internal pressure has been released. If the float valve is still up and/or the lid is difficult to open, this indicates that the appliance is still pressurized – do not force it open. Any pressure in the appliance can be hazardous. Refer to “Venting Methods” for information on releasing pressure.

12.Do not use this appliance for deep frying or pressure frying with oil.

13.Do not lean over or place your hands or face over the steam release valve/handle or float valve when the appliance is in operation or has residual pressure. Do not touch the metal portion of the lid when the appliance is in operation; this could result in injury.

14.Do not cover or obstruct the steam release valve/handle and float valve with cloth or other objects. Obstructing the steam release valve/handle and float valve can create a safety issue and may cause injury.

	WARNING	Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
1		Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

15.Turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the steam release valve/handle or float valve in a steady stream for longer than 3 minutes. There may be residual pressure in the appliance. Allow the appliance to depressurize naturally or release all excess pressure before opening. Refer to “Troubleshooting”.

16.Turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the sides of the lid and ensure sealing ring is properly installed. Refer to “Getting Started”.

17.CAUTION To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the power cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.

18.A short power supply cord (35 in / 0.9 m) is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from it being grabbed by children, becoming entangled in, or tripping over a longer cord.

19.Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into power source. To disconnect, select Cancel, then remove plug from power source.

20.Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before adding or removing parts, and prior to cleaning or storage.

21.Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug. Do not operate if the appliance malfunctions or has sustained damage of any kind, including damage to the rim or bottom of the inner pot. Contact the Customer Care Team.

22.CAUTION Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch

hot surfaces.

23.Intended for countertop use only. Keep the appliance on a stable, heat-resistant platform. Do not place on anything that may block the vents on the bottom of the appliance. Do not place on hot stove.

24.WARNING Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of counter, never use outlet below counter,

and never use with an extension cord.

25.When cooking meat with skin (e.g. sausage with casing), the skin can swell when heated. Do not pierce the skin as long as it is swollen; this could result in scalding injury.

26.When pressure cooking food with a doughy or thick texture, or a high fat/oil content, contents may splatter when opening the lid. Please follow recipe instructions for pressure release method. Once steam is fully released, gently shake the appliance with extreme caution and then if necessary, release the steam again before attempting to open the lid. Refer to the “Venting Methods”.

WARNING	Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
	Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.	2

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

27.

CAUTION

Before inserting the inner pot into the appliance, wipe the outer surface

of the inner pot and heating element to ensure they are dry and free of food debris. Refer to “Care & Cleaning”.

28.Do not attempt to repair, replace, or modify components of the appliance, as this may cause electric shock, fire or injury, and will void the warranty.

29.Do not tamper with any of the safety mechanisms.

30.Do not use appliance in electrical systems other than 120V/60Hz for North America. Do not use with power converters or adapters.

31.Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children.

32.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. Children should not play with this appliance.

33.To reduce the risk of pressure leakage, cook only in an authorized Instant Pot inner pot.

34.The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Product Specifications

	Model: Duo SV	1000W	120V ~ 60 Hz	6 Quarts			11.8 lb	in: 13.4L x 12.2W x 12.5H
				5.7 Litres			5.35 kg	cm: 34L x 31W x 31.7H

The models listed in this table are representative of all models in the Duo SV Series.

	WARNING	Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
3		Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.

What’sPage TitleIncluded

Before using the Instant Pot Duo SV, verify that all parts are accounted for. Remove all packaging material from in and around cooker. Images are for reference only. Actual product may differ. Refer to actual product.

Read instructions carefully, and pay attention to Important Safeguards and operation instructions. Do not remove safety warning stickers from lid or rating label from back of cooker base. Do not remove serial number from bottom of cooker base.

Lid	Cooker Base	Inner Pot

	Detachable Power Cord	Steam Rack	Silicone Sealing Ring x2
			(installed within lid)

	Condensation	Rice	Soup Spoon	Mini Mitts
	Collector	Measuring Cup	& Rice Paddle

INSTANT TIP: The Cooker Handles are also a Lid Holder

The lid has been designed with lid fins that fit perfectly inside the cooker handles on the left and right sides of the cooker base.

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Lid Structure

Top of Lid

Bottom of Lid

Sealing

Ring Rack

Cooker Base

Outer Pot

Cooker Handle

Control Panel

Base Connection

Socket (Rear)

Steam Release Handle

Float Valve

Lid Handle

Lid Fin

Lid Position Symbol

Locking Pin

Anti-Block Shield

Float Valve Silicone Cap

Silicone Sealing Ring

Condensation

Drain Hole

Heating

Element

Cooker Handle

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Getting Started

1 Read Manual & Place Cooker

Do not remove safety warning stickers from lid, or rating label from back of cooker base.

Place cooker on a stable surface.

		Do not place appliance on or in close proximity to a hot
	CAUTION
		gas or electric burner, or a heated oven; heat from an

external source will damage appliance.

2 Open & Close Lid

If the sound is on, the cooker will jingle when the lid is opened and closed.

Open: Grip handle and turn lid counter-clockwise until symbol on lid is aligned with symbol on the rim

of cooker base. Lift lid up and off of cooker base.

	Close: Grip handle and align the symbol on lid with
	symbol on rim of cooker base. Turn lid clockwise		Open	Close
	until	symbol on the lid lines up with symbol on base.

Note: Always check lid for damage prior to cooking.

3 Remove & Clean Inner Pot

Remove inner pot from cooker base and wash with hot water and dish soap before first use. Wipe outer surfaces of inner pot and heating element to ensure they are dry and free of food debris. Failure to do so may damage the cooker.

Place inner pot into cooker base before cooking. Food must be placed in inner pot, not cooker base.

The inner pot is an integral part of product safety. Always use an authorized Instant Pot inner pot when cooking. Failure to do so may cause personal injury or property damage.

Note: Always check inner pot for dents or deformations prior to cooking.

		To avoid risk of personal injury and/or property
	CAUTION
		damage, do not pour food or liquid into cooker base.
		Do not fill the inner pot higher than the
	WARNING
		“PC MAX — 2/3” line (Pressure Cooking Maximum),

as indicated on the inner pot. Exercise extreme caution when cooking and venting food such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal, split peas, noodles, etc., as these foods may foam, froth, or spatter, and may clog the steam release pipe and/or steam release handle. Do not fill the inner pot higher than the

“— 1/2” line when cooking these foods.

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4 Check Sealing Ring & Sealing Ring Rack

Remove: Pull sealing ring out from behind sealing ring rack. Inspect sealing ring rack. It should be centered in the lid and an even height all the way around. Do not attempt to repair a deformed ring rack.

Sealing ring must be installed before use.

Install: Place sealing ring over sealing ring rack and press into
place. Ensure sealing ring is snug behind sealing ring rack.	Remove

After closing the lid, the sealing ring creates an airtight seal between lid and cooker base.

The sealing ring is an integral part of product safety. Replace your sealing ring every 12-18 months or when deformation or damage is noticed.

CAUTION	Always check for cuts or deformations in sealing ring
	prior to cooking. Only use authorized Instant Pot
sealing rings. Failure to follow these instructions may cause food to discharge,		Install
which may lead to personal injury or property damage.

	5 Remove & Install Float Valve
	The float valve has 2 positions. It pops up to indicate
	when the cooker is pressurized, and lowers into the lid
	when the cooker is depressurized.		Depressurized	Pressurized
	Remove: Place one finger on the flat top of float valve. Turn
	lid over. Detach silicone cap from bottom side of float valve.
	Remove float valve from top of lid. Do not discard float valve or
	silicone cap.
	The float valve and silicone cap must be installed before use		Top	Bottom
	to seal in pressurized steam.		Remove
	Install: Drop float valve into float valve hole on top of lid. Place
	one finger on the flat top of float valve. Turn lid over. Attach
	silicone cap to bottom of float valve.		Top	Bottom
		While float valve is up, contents of cooker are
	CAUTION
		pressurized. Do not attempt to remove lid. Refer to	Install
	“Venting Methods” section in this manual for information on releasing pressure.

INSTANT TIP: Color Coding Your Sealing Rings

Silicone rubber may hold on to strong aromas. To reduce aroma transfer, try using different sealing rings for your various dishes! Instant Pot sealing rings come in a variety of colors. See website for details.

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Getting Started

6 Remove & Install Anti-Block Shield

Remove: Grip lid and press firmly against side of anti-block shield (pressing towards side of lid and up) until it pops off the prongs underneath.

Anti-block shield must be installed before use and cleaned frequently.

Install: Place anti-block shield over prongs and press down until it snaps into position.

Anti-block shield prevents food particles from coming up through the steam release pipe, assisting with pressure regulation.

7 Remove & Install Steam Release Handle

Remove: Pull steam release handle up and off steam

release pipe.

Steam release handle must be installed before use, and cleaned frequently.

Install: Place steam release handle on steam release pipe. Press down. Fits loosely when installed properly, but will Remove Install

remain in place when the lid is turned over.

8 Install Condensation Collector

Install: On back of cooker base, align grooves on condensation collector over tabs and push condensation collector into place.

The condensation collector accumulates excess water and should be installed before cooking. Must be emptied after use.

Remove: Pull condensation collector away from cooker base. Do not pull down on condensation collector.

9 Secure Power Cord

Secure detachable power cord to base power socket. Connect to a 120V power source. Ensure connection is tight.

To disconnect, press Cancel. Remove plug from power source, then if applicable, remove detachable power cord from base power socket.

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