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Safety,
Maintenance
& Warranty
Important Safeguards
Care & Cleaning
Troubleshooting
Warranty
Contact Information
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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.
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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.
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Do not use near water or ame. Please keep out of
direct sunlight.
5.
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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 the “Getting Started Guide”.
9. Do not ll the appliance over 2/3 full. When cooking foods that expand
during cooking such as rice or dried vegetables, do not ll the appliance
over 1/2 full. Overlling may cause a risk of clogging the steam release
pipe and developing excess pressure. Refer to the “Getting Started
Guide”.
10. Before each use, check the steam release valve/handle, steam release
pipe, anti-block shield and oat valve for clogging. Refer to the “Getting
Started Guide”.
11. Do not open the appliance until the appliance has depressurized and all
internal pressure has been released. If the oat valve is still up and/or the
lid is difcult 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” in the “Getting Started Guide” for information
on releasing pressure.
12. Do not use this appliance for deep frying or pressure frying with oil.
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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.
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13. Do not lean over or place your hands or face over the steam release valve/
handle or oat 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 oat valve
with cloth or other objects. Obstructing the steam release valve/handle
and oat valve can create a safety issue and may cause injury.
15. Turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the steam release valve/
handle or oat 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” section in the User Manual available online.
16. Turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the sides of the lid and
ensure sealing ring is properly installed. Refer to the “Getting Started
Guide”.
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18. A short power supply cord (35 in / 0.9 m) is provided to reduce the
19. Always attach plug to appliance rst, then plug cord into power source.
20. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool
21. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug. Do not
22.
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power cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
hazards resulting from it being grabbed by children, becoming entangled
in, or tripping over a longer cord.
T o disconnect, select Cancel, then remove plug from power source.
before adding or removing parts, and prior to cleaning or storage.
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.
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or touch hot surfaces.
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T o protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the
Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter
Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
23. Intended for countertop use only. Keep the appliance on a stable, heatresistant platform. Do not place on anything that may block the vents on
the bottom of the appliance. Do not place on hot stove.
24.
25. When cooking meat with skin (e.g. sausage with casing), the skin can swell
26. When pressure cooking food with a doughy or thick texture, or a high
27.
28. Do not attempt to repair, replace, or modify components of the
29. Do not tamper with any of the safety mechanisms.
30. Do not use appliance in electrical systems other than 120V/60Hz for North
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cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of counter, never
use outlet below counter, and never use with an extension cord.
when heated. Do not pierce the skin as long as it is swollen; this could
result in scalding injury.
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” in the “Getting Started Guide”.
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outer surface of the inner pot and heating element to ensure they are dry
and free of food debris. Refer to “Care & Cleaning” .
appliance, as this may cause electric shock, re or injury, and will void the
warranty.
America. Do not use with power converters or adapters.
Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and
Before inserting the inner pot into the appliance, wipe the
31. This appliance is NOT to be used by children or by persons with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities. Close supervision is necessary
when the appliance is used near children and these individuals. Children
should not play with this appliance.
32. To reduce the risk of pressure leakage, cook only in an authorized Instant
Pot® inner pot.
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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.
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