Welcome to the world of Instant cooking. Table of Contents
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meals more easily and in less time.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............................................................................................5
Special Cord Set Instructions .....................................................................................10
Product Specications .................................................................................................10
Initial Setup ..................................................................................................................... 11
Product, Parts and Accessories ................................................................................... 12
Control Panel .................................................................................................................. 17
Smart Program Settings ................................................................................................ 19
Cancel and Standby Mode .........................................................................................19
Turn Sound On/Off ......................................................................................................19
Adjust Temperature Scale: ºF or ºC ...........................................................................19
Set a Delay Start Timer ................................................................................................19
Automatically Keep Food Warm After Cooking .....................................................19
Reheat Food or Keep Warm for Long Periods ........................................................ 20
Adjust and Save Custom Temperatures .................................................................. 20
Reset Smart Programs to Factory Default Settings ............................................... 20
Status Messages ............................................................................................................. 21
Cleaning Before First Use ............................................................................................. 22
Overview of Pressure Control Features ..................................................................... 24
Pressure Cooking Lid ................................................................................................. 24
Quick Release Button ................................................................................................. 25
Steam Release Valve ................................................................................................... 26
Anti-Block Shield ......................................................................................................... 27
Sealing Ring .................................................................................................................. 28
Float Valve..................................................................................................................... 29
Condensation Collector ............................................................................................. 30
Introduction to Pressure Cooking ............................................................................... 31
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Depressurizing the Cooker (Venting Methods) ......................................................... 33
Natural Release (NR) ................................................................................................... 33
Quick Release (QR) ...................................................................................................... 33
10-Minute NR ............................................................................................................... 34
Initial Test Run (Water Test) ..........................................................................................35
Smart Programs: Non Air Frying ................................................................................. 36
Pressure Cook and Steam .......................................................................................... 36
Sauté ............................................................................................................................. 39
Slow Cook ......................................................................................................................41
Sous Vide ...................................................................................................................... 42
Sous Vide Cooking Guidelines ................................................................................. 44
Smart Programs: Air Frying (Air Fryer Lid) ................................................................. 46
Air Fry ............................................................................................................................ 46
Roast .............................................................................................................................. 48
Bake ............................................................................................................................... 49
Broil ................................................................................................................................ 50
Dehydrate ......................................................................................................................51
Smart Program Overview ............................................................................................. 52
Cooking Time Chart .....................................................................................................53
Care and Cleaning .........................................................................................................54
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 56
Warranty .......................................................................................................................... 60
Contact Information ......................................................................................................62
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed:
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. Use only the Instant Pot Duo Crisp pressure cooking lid and Duo Crisp Air
Fryer lid with the Instant Pot Duo Crisp cooker base. Using any other pressure
cooker lids or air fryer lids may cause injury and/or damage.
3. To reduce the risk of pressure leakage, cook only in an authorized stainless
steel Instant Pot inner pot. DO NOT use the appliance without the removable
inner pot installed.
4. Always use an Instant Pot stainless steel inner pot when using the Air Fryer Lid.
Do not use a ceramic coated inner pot.
DANGER
5.
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 Depressurizing the Cooker (Venting
Methods) for information on releasing pressure. Opening the appliance while
it is still pressurized may lead to sudden release of hot contents and may
cause burns or other injuries.
6. Always operate the appliance on a stable, non-combustible, level surface.
7. Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use. Failure to
follow this instruction may result in injury or property damage.
8. For household use only. Do not use outdoors. Not for commercial use.
CAUTION
9.
gas or electric burner, or a heated oven. Heat from an external source will
damage the appliance. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury
or property damage.
CAUTION
10.
direct sunlight. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury or
property damage.
When pressure cooking, do not open the appliance until it
Do not place the appliance on or in close proximity to a hot
Do not use the appliance near water or ame. Keep out of
CAUTION
11.
or moving. Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance
containing hot liquids. Do not move the appliance when it is under pressure.
WARNING
Do not touch hot surfaces. Only use side handles for carrying
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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CAUTION
12.
To avoid electrical shock, do not put liquid of any kind into cooker base or air
fryer lid, and do not immerse power cord, plug, or the appliance in water or
other liquid. Do not rinse the appliance under tap.
CAUTION
13.
When cooking foods that expand during cooking such as rice or dried
vegetables, do not ll the inner pot over — 1/2 line. Overlling may cause a
risk of clogging the steam release pipe and developing excess pressure.
WARNING
14.
appliance is properly closed before operating. Failure to do so may result in
burns, injury and/or property damage.
15. When cooking meat with skin (e.g., sausage with casing), the skin can swell
when heated. Do not pierce the skin while it is swollen; this could result in
scalding injury.
CAUTION
16.
a high fat/oil content, contents may splatter when opening the lid. Please
follow recipe instructions for pressure release method. Refer to Depressurizing
the Cooker (Venting Methods).
CAUTION
17.
valve, steam release pipe, anti-block shield and oat valve for clogging. Failure
to do so may result in injury or property damage.
18. Do not use this appliance for deep frying or pressure frying with oil.
19. Do not lean over or place your hands or face over the steam release valve 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 as this
could result in injury.
20. Do not cover or obstruct the steam release valve and/or the oat valve with
cloth or any other objects. Covering or obstructing the steam release valve
and/or oat valve can create a safety issue and may cause injury.
21. Turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the steam release valve and/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 Depressurizing the
Cooker (Venting Methods) for information on releasing pressure.
The cooker base and air fryer lid contain electrical components.
Do not ll over PC MAX — 2/3 as indicated on the inner pot.
This appliance cooks under pressure. Make certain the
When pressure cooking food with a doughy or thick texture, or
Before using the pressure cooking lid, check the steam release
22. Turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the sides of the lid and ensure
sealing ring is properly installed. Refer to Pressure Control Features—Sealing
Ring for information on checking the sealing ring.
23. To disconnect, press Cancel, then remove plug from power source.
24. Unplug from the outlet when not in use, as well as before adding or removing
parts or accessories, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull
from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
25. Regularly inspect the appliance and power cord. Do not operate the
appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged, or after the appliance
malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. For assistance, contact
Customer Care at
CAUTION
26.
counters, or touch hot surfaces or open ame, including the stovetop.
CAUTION
27.
cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement
and tripping.
• Keep the appliance and cord away from children.
• Never drape the power cord over edges of tables or counters.
• Never use below-counter power outlets, and never use with an
extension cord.
28. 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 cooker base or on the air fryer lid. Leave at least 5" / 13 cm of
space around the air fryer lid when in use. Do not place the appliance on a hot
stove. Do not operate the appliance on or near combustible materials such as
tablecloths and curtains.
CAUTION
29.
Doing so will prevent even cooking and may cause damage to the appliance.
CAUTION
30.
Instant Brands Inc. The use of attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause a risk of injury, re or electric shock.
CAUTION
31.
outer surface of the inner pot as well as the heating element, located at the
bottom of the interior of the cooker base, with a clean dry cloth. Ensure they
are dry and free of debris. Refer to
result in injury or property damage.
support@instantpot.com or 1-800-828-7280.
Do not let the power cord hang over edges of tables or
Spilled food can cause serious burns. A short power-supply
Do not cover the air vents while the air fryer lid is in operation.
Do not use any accessories or attachments not authorized by
Before inserting the inner pot into the appliance, wipe the
Care and Cleaning. Failure to do so may
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.
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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32. Do not attempt to repair, replace or modify components of the appliance, as
this may cause electric shock, re or injury, and will void the warranty.
33. Do not tamper with any of the safety mechanisms as this may result in injury or
property damage.
34. Avoid contact with moving parts as this may result in injury.
35. Do not use the appliance in electrical systems other than 120 V/60 Hz for
North America. Do not use with power converters or adapters.
36. 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.
37. To prevent personal injury and damage to the appliance, only replace the
sealing ring with an authorized Instant Pot sealing ring. Visit our store for
purchasing details.
38. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
39. Proper maintenance is recommended after each use. Refer to
Let the appliance cool to room temperature before cleaning or storage.
40. When using the air fryer lid, do not overll the air fryer basket. Overlling may
cause food to contact the heating element, which may result in re and/or
personal injury.
41. Never connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remotecontrol system.
CAUTION
42.
cooking. To avoid personal injury,
• Always use oven mitts when removing accessories, and to handle the
inner pot.
• Always place hot accessories on a heat-resistant surface or cooking plate.
• Only place the air fryer lid on the protective pad provided; do not
place on countertop.
• Use extreme caution when disposing of hot grease.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury or property damage.
DO NOT touch accessories during or immediately after
Care and Cleaning.
inside the appliance until it has cooled to room temperature.
CAUTION
44.
the air vents. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the air vents
and take extreme caution when removing hot accessories from the appliance.
Failure to do so may result in injury or property damage.
45. Should the unit emit black smoke when using the air fryer lid, press Cancel
and unplug the appliance immediately. Wait for smoking to stop before
removing the lid, then clean thoroughly. For further information refer to
Troubleshooting.
46. Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.
CAUTION
47.
food, hot oil or other hot liquids. Improper use, including moving the air fryer
lid or cooker base, may result in personal injury. Do not move the appliance
while it is in use.
48. Oversized foods and/or metal utensils must not be inserted into the inner pot
or air fryer basket as they may cause risk of re and/or personal injury.
49. Do not store any materials in the cooker base or inner pot when not in use.
50. Do not place any combustible materials in the cooker base or inner pot, such
as paper, cardboard, plastic, Styrofoam or wood.
51. Do not use the included accessories in a microwave, toaster oven, convection
or conventional oven, or on a ceramic cooktop, electric coil, gas range, or
outdoor grill.
52. The removable inner pot can be extremely heavy when full of ingredients.
Care should be taken when lifting the inner pot from the cooker base to avoid
burn injury.
53. Use caution when removing the lid. Heat and steam escape as soon as the lid
is removed. Never place your face, hands or exposed skin over the appliance
opening where heat and steam escape when removing the lid.
When the air fryer lid is in operation, hot air is released through
Extreme caution must be used when the inner pot contains hot
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
43. While cooking, the internal temperature of the appliance reaches several
hundred degrees. To avoid personal injury, never place unprotected hands
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.
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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Initial Setup
WARNING
To avoid injury, read and understand instruction manual before using this machine.
WARNING
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 and/or death.
WARNING
THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND THE IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE IS A MISUSE OF YOUR APPLIANCE THAT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY
AND CREATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.
Special Cord Set Instructions
As per safety requirement, a short power supply cord (0.6 m to 0.9 m / 24 in to 35 in)
is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from 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
• Read all of the Important Safeguards in this User Manual before using the
appliance. Failure to do so may result in property damage and/or personal
injury.
• Use only the Instant Pot Duo Crisp pressure cooking lid and air fryer lid with
the Instant Pot Duo Crisp cooker base. Using any other pressure cooker lids or
air fryer lids may cause injury and/or damage
• Remove all packaging material and accessories from within and around the
appliance.
• Place the appliance on a stable, level surface, away from combustible material
and external heat sources.
• Leave at least 5" / 13 cm of space around the appliance when using the air
fryer lid.
• Do not remove the safety warning stickers from the lids, or the serial number
or rating label from the cooker base.
• Follow
Care and Cleaning instructions to wash the appliance before cooking.
Model:
DUO CRISP AF 8
WARNING
1500 W 120 V ~ 60 Hz 8 Quart /
Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
7.6 Litres
22.18 lbs
10.06 kg
With Pressure Cooker Lid:
L14.76 × W13.58 × H14.17 in
L37.5 × W34.5 × H36 cm
With Air Fryer Lid:
L37.5 × W34.5 × H38.8 cm
cm: 37.5L × 34.5W × 38.8H
Do not place the appliance
on a stovetop.
Do not place anything on
top of the appliance.
CAUTION
Do not block or cover
the steam release valve
located on the pressure
cooking lid.
Do not block the air vents
on the air fryer lid.
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Product, Parts and Accessories
Product, Parts and Accessories
Duo Crisp + Air Fryer 8 Quart
Before using the Instant Pot Duo Crisp, verify that all parts are accounted for.
Pressure Cooking Lid
Use the following programs with the pressure cooking lid: Pressure Cook, Sauté,
Slow Cook, Steam, Sous Vide, Delay Start and Keep Warm. These programs do
not air fry.
Top
Steam Release Valve
Float Valve
Quick Release Button
Lid Handle
Lid Position Marker
Lid Fins
Air Fryer Lid
Use the following Smart Programs with the air fryer lid: Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Broil
and Dehydrate.
Front
Lid Position Marker
Lid Handle
Lid Fins
Back
Air Intake
Air Vent
Interior
Float Valve Silicone Cap
Anti-Block Shield
Steam Release Pipe
(beneath anti-block shield)
Sealing Ring Rack
Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Lid Locking Pin
Interior
Element Cover
Heating Element
(beneath element cover)
Sealing Ring
Male Power and Sensor Connector
Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
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Product, Parts and Accessories
Product, Parts and Accessories
Inner Pot Accessories
Fill Line Indicators
Stainless Steel
Tri-Ply Bottom
Broil/Dehydrating Tray
Multi-Level Air Fryer Basket
Cooker Base
WARNING
Female Power and
Sensor Connector in GSG
Outer Pot
Condensation Rim
Cooker Base Handles
Control Panel
Power Cord
(rear)
Heating Element
(interior)
The inner pot must always be used when pressure cooking or air fryer. NEVER
place food or liquid in the cooker base. Failure to follow these instructions will result
in damage to the cooker.
Air Fryer Basket Base
Protective Pad and Storage Cover
Note: Always place the hot
air fryer lid on the protective
pad.
Multi-functional Rack
Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product. Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
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Lid Standing Position
Did you notice that the cooker base handles have a rectangular slot in them? Keep
your counters dry after lifting the pressure cooking lid by inserting the left or right
lid n into the corresponding slot on the cooker base.
Control Panel
Once the lid is safely in the standing position, it’s easy to remove the inner pot.
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1 Time Display
The countdown timer indicates cooking and Delay Start time in hour format
(05:20 is 5 hours, 20 minutes).
The timer counts up while in Keep Warm.
Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
2 Temperature / Pressure Display
Pressure Cooking Lid: Display indicates Lo (Low) or Hi (High) pressure or
temperature level.
Note: When using the Sous Vide Smart Program, the display indicates temperature in
ºF (Fahrenheit) or ºC (Celsius).
Air Fryer Lid: Display indicates temperature in ºF (Fahrenheit) or ºC (Celsius).
3 LED Indicators
Illuminate to indicate the active Smart Program and settings selected.
Note: Steam may range in opacity but is always loud!
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Control Panel
Smart Program Settings
4 Smart Programs
Pressure Cooking Lid:
• Pressure Cook
• Sauté
• Slow Cook
• Steam
• Sous Vide
Air Fryer Lid:
• Air Fry
• Roast
• Bake
• Broil
• Dehydrate
5 Smart Program Settings
• + / – Temp
• + / – Time
• Delay Start
• Keep Warm
• Cancel
• Start
Cancel and Standby Mode
Press Cancel to stop a Smart Program at any time. The display returns to Standby
mode and indicates OFF.
Turn Sound On/Off
When in Standby mode, press and hold + over Time until the display indicates
S On (sound on) or SOFF (sound off).
Note: Error alerts cannot be silenced.
Adjust Temperature Scale: ºF or ºC
When in Standby mode, press and hold + above Te mp until the display indicates
ºF (Fahrenheit) or ºC (Celsius). The temperature is displayed in the unit indicated.
Set a Delay Start Timer
Delay Start may be applied to the Pressure Cook, Slow Cook and Steam Smart
Programs.
Set Delay Start for a minimum of 10 minutes to a maximum of 24 hours.
1. Select a Smart Program and adjust the settings as you desire, then press
Delay Start.
Note: Once Delay Start has been selected, there is no way to return to the cooking
settings. To adjust Smart Program settings, press Cancel and enter new selections.
2. When the timer ashes, use the + / − Time buttons to adjust the delay time.
E.g., 02:00 indicates that cooking will start after 2 hours.
3. Press Delay Start again to toggle to the minutes eld and follow the same
process as the previous step.
4. Press Start to begin.
The timer begins counting down.
5. When Delay Start reaches 00:00 the Smart Program begins.
The display indicates On and the cooker starts to Preheat.
Automatically Keep Food Warm After Cooking
Keep Warm is on by default on the Pressure Cook, Slow Cook and Steam Smart
Programs.
To turn automatic warming off, select an applicable Smart Program then press
Keep Warm. The LED indicator dims to indicate that the setting is off.
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