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INSTANT POT® DUO™ PLUS
MULTI-COOKER
Table of contents
Welcome! ......................................................................................................................... 4
Register your product ...................................................................................................4
Contact us ........................................................................................................................4
Product specifications ..................................................................................................4
How to find the model name and serial number ....................................................4
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ..........................................................................................5
Special cord set instructions .......................................................................................9
Product, parts and accessories .................................................................................10
Get started ..................................................................................................................... 12
Initial set up ....................................................................................................................12
Initial test run (water test) ..........................................................................................13
Pressure cooking 101 .................................................................................................... 14
Releasing pressure ....................................................................................................... 15
Control panel ..................................................................................................................17
Settings .......................................................................................................................... 18
Status messages ......................................................................................................... 20
Pressure control features ........................................................................................... 21
Multi-cooker lid ..............................................................................................................21
Quick release switch ....................................................................................................22
Sealing ring ...................................................................................................................23
Anti-block shield ...........................................................................................................23
Float valve .....................................................................................................................24
Pressure cooking Smart Programmes ..................................................................... 25
Using pressure cooking Smart Programmes .........................................................26
Smart Programme details ..........................................................................................27
Pressure cooking grains .............................................................................................28
Other cooking Smart Programmes ..........................................................................29
Slow Cook ..................................................................................................................... 30
Sauté ...............................................................................................................................31
Yogurt .............................................................................................................................32
Sous Vide ...................................................................................................................... 34
Care, cleaning and storage ........................................................................................ 37
Removing and installing parts ................................................................................... 38
Silicone sealing ring ................................................................................................... 38
Steam release valve ....................................................................................................39
Anti-block shield ...........................................................................................................39
Float valve and silicone cap ...................................................................................... 40
Condensation collector ..............................................................................................40
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 41
Warranty ........................................................................................................................44
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing your new Instant Pot® DuoTM Plus multi-cooker.
We hope you enjoy cooking with it for years to come.
Register your product
Register your Instant Pot Duo Plus today at instantpot.com.au/support/register.
Contact us
When you have questions about your new Instant Pot, we’re here to help.
Phone: 1800 251 643 or (02) 9317 1000
Email: support@instantpot.com.au
Web: instantpot.com.au
Product specifications
Duo Plus 30 v2 580-700W 220-240V~ 50-60Hz 3 Litres 3.9 kg cm: 27 L x 29.6 W x 28.4 H
Duo Plus 60 v2 840-1000W 220-240V~ 50-60Hz 5.7 Litres 5.2 kg cm: 31 L x 34 W x 33 H
Duo Plus 80 v2 1000-1200W 220-240V~ 50-60Hz 8 Litres 6.8 kg cm: 33.5 L x 38 W x 36.5 H
Find your model name and serial number
Model Name: Find it on the rating label on the back of the muli-cooker base, near the
power cord.
Serial Number: Turn the multi-cooker base over - you'll find this information on a sticker
on the bottom.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
At Instant Brands™ your safety always comes rst. The Instant Pot® Duo™ Plus
was designed with your safety in mind.
As always, be careful when using electrical appliances and follow basic
safety precautions.
01 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, SAFEGUARDS AND W ARNINGS BEFORE
USE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFEGUARDS
AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
02 Use only the Instant Pot Duo Plus lid with the Instant Pot Duo Plus
multi-cooker base. Using any other multi-cooker lids may cause injury
and/or damage.
03 For household use only. Not for commercial use. DO NOT use the
appliance for anything other than its intended use.
04 For countertop use only. Always operate the appliance on a stable,
non-combustible, level surface.
• DO NOT place on anything that may block the vents on the bottom
of the appliance.
• DO NOT place on a hot stove.
05 Heat from an external source will damage the appliance.
• DO NOT place the appliance on or close to a hot gas or electric burner,
or a heated oven.
• DO NOT use the appliance near water or ame.
• DO NOT use outdoors. Keep out of direct sunlight.
06 DO NOT touch the appliance’s hot surfaces. Only use the side handles for
carrying or moving.
• DO NOT move the appliance when it is under pressure.
• DO NOT touch accessories during or immediately after cooking.
• DO NOT touch the metal portion of the lid when the appliance is in
operation; this could result in injury.
• Always use hand protection when removing accessories, and
to handle the inner pot.
• Always place hot accessories on a heat-resistant surface or cooking plate.
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
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
07 The removable inner pot can be extremely heavy when full of ingredients.
Care should be taken when lifting the inner pot from the multi-cooker base
to avoid burn injury.
• Extreme caution must be used when the inner pot contains hot food, hot
oil or other hot liquids.
• DO NOT move the appliance while it is in use and use extreme caution
when disposing of hot grease.
08 Overlling may cause a risk of clogging the steam release
pipe and developing pressure, which may result in burns, injury, and/or
property damage.
• DO NOT ll over PC MAX — 2/3 as indicated on the inner pot.
• DO NOT ll the inner pot over — 1/2 line when cooking foods that
expand during cooking such as rice or dried vegetables.
09 This appliance cooks under pressure. Any pressure in the
appliance can be hazardous. Allow the appliance to depressurise naturally
or release all excess pressure before opening. Inappropriate use may
result in burns, injury and/or property damage.
• Make sure the appliance is properly closed before operating.
Refer to Pressure control features: multi-cooker lid.
• DO NOT cover or obstruct the steam release valve and/or oat valve
with cloth or other objects.
• DO NOT attempt to open the appliance until it has depressurised,
and all internal pressure has been released. Attempting to open the
appliance while it is still pressurised may lead to sudden release of
hot contents and may cause burns or other injuries.
• DO NOT place your face, hands or exposed skin over the steam
release valve or oat valve when the appliance is in operation or has
residual pressure, and do not lean over the appliance when removing
the lid.
• 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.
• If steam escapes from the sides of the lid, turn the appliance off and
make sure the sealing ring is properly installed. Refer to Pressure
control features: sealing ring.
• DO NOT attempt to force the lid off the Instant Pot multi-cooker base.
Refer to Releasing pressure.
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
10 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.
11 When pressure cooking food with a doughy or thick texture, or a high fat/
oil content, contents may splatter when opening the lid. Follow recipe
instructions for pressure release method. Refer to Releasing pressure.
12 Oversized foods and/or metal utensils must not be inserted into the inner
pot as they may cause risk of re and/or personal injury.
13 Proper maintenance is recommended before and after each use:
• Check the steam release valve, steam release pipe, anti-block shield
and oat valve for clogging;
• Before inserting the inner pot into the multi-cooker base, make sure
both parts are dry and free of food debris;
• Let the appliance cool to room temperature before cleaning or storage.
14 DO NOT use this appliance for deep frying or pressure frying with oil.
15 If the power cord is detachable, always attach the plug to the appliance
rst, then plug the cord into the wall outlet. To turn off, press Cancel, then
remove the plug from power source. Always unplug 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.
16 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 by email at support@instantpot.com.au or by
phone at 1800 251 643 or (02) 9317 1000.
17 Spilled food can cause serious burns. A short power-supply cord is
provided to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement
and tripping.
• DO NOT let the power cord hang over edges of tables or counters,
or touch hot surfaces or open ame, including the stovetop.
• DO NOT use below-counter power outlets, and never use with an
extension cord.
• Keep the appliance and cord away from children.
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
18 DO NOT use any accessories or attachments not authorised by
Instant Brands LLC. The use of parts, accessories or attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of injury, re or
electric shock.
• To reduce the risk of pressure leakage, cook only in an authorised
stainless-steel Instant Pot inner pot.
• DO NOT use the appliance without the removable inner pot installed.
• To prevent personal injury and damage to the appliance, only replace
the sealing ring with an authorised Instant Pot sealing ring.
19 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.
20 DO NOT tamper with any of the safety mechanisms, as this may result in
injury or property damage.
21 The multi-cooker base contains electrical components. To avoid electrical
shock:
• DO NOT put liquid of any kind into multi-cooker base.
• DO NOT immerse power cord, plug or the appliance in water or
other liquid.
• DO NOT rinse the appliance under tap.
22 DO NOT use the appliance in electrical systems other than 220-240V~
50-60Hz. Do not use with power converters or adapters.
23 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.
24 DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use. Never
connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate
remote-control system.
25 DO NOT store any materials in the multi-cooker base or inner pot
when not in use.
26 DO NOT place any combustible materials in the multi-cooker base
or inner pot, such as paper, cardboard, plastic, Styrofoam or wood.
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
27 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
To avoid injury, read and understand the instructions in this user manual before
attempting to use this appliance.
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 these instructions may result in electric shock and/or serious injury.
WARNING
THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND/OR
THE 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
Per safety requirement, a short power supply cord 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 electrical outlet that is easily accessible.
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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Product, parts and accessories
See Care, cleaning and storage: Removing and installing parts to find out how
everything fits together.
Top of lid
Steam release valve
Float valve
Steam release switch
Handle
Lid fins
Lid position marker
Bottom of lid
Locking pin
Silicone cap
(bottom of float valve)
Instant Tip: Stand the lid up in the base handles to keep it off your
countertop! Insert the left or right lid fin into corresponding slot in
the multi-cooker base handles to stand it up and save some space.
Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ
from the actual product. Always refer to the actual product.
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Anti-block shield
Steam release pipe
(beneath anti-block shield)
Sealing ring rack
Sealing ring
Product, parts and accessories
Inner pot
Multi-cooker base
Outer pot
Fill lines
Stainless-steel inner pot
Condensation collector
(rear)
Condensation rim
Heating element
(interior)
Control Panel
Stainless-steel exterior
Accessories
Steam rack
(3L model only)
Anti-spin supports
Multi-cooker handles
Base power socket
(rear; 3L & 5.7L only)
Detachable power cord
Steam rack with handles
(5.7L & 8L models)
Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ
from the actual product. Always refer to the actual product.
Extra sealing ring
(interior)
(8L is hardwired)
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Get started
Initial set up
01 Pull that Duo Plus out of the box!
02 Remove the packaging material and accessories from in and around the multi-cooker.
Make sure to check under the inner pot!
03 Wash the inner pot in a dishwasher or with hot water and dish soap. Rinse it well with
warm, clear water and use a soft cloth to thoroughly dry the outside of the inner pot.
04 Wipe the heating element with a soft, dry cloth to make sure there are no stray
packaging particles left in the multi-cooker base.
Don’t remove the safety warning stickers from the lid or the rating label from the
back of the multi-cooker base.
05 You may be tempted to put the Instant Pot on your stovetop — but don’t do it!
Place the multi-cooker base on a stable, level surface, away from combustible
material and external heat sources.
Is something missing or damaged?
Get in touch with Customer Care by email at support@instantpot.com.au or by
phone at 1800 251 643 or (02) 9317 1000.
Read the Important
safeguards before using the
appliance. Failure to read and
follow those instructions for
safe use may result in
damage to the appliance,
personal injury and/or
property damage.
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WARNING
Do not place the
appliance on a
stovetop or upon
another appliance.
Heat from an external
source will damage
the appliance.
Do not place anything on
top of the appliance, and
do not cover or block the
steam release valve or
anti-block shield, located
on the appliance lid to
avoid risk of injury and/or
property damage.
Get started
Initial test run (water test)
Do you have to do the water test? No — but getting to know the ins and outs of your Duo Plus
prepares you for success in the kitchen!
Stage 1: Setting up the Duo Plus for
pressure cooking
01 Remove the inner pot from the multi-
cooker base. Add 750 mL of water to the
inner pot, then insert it back into the multicooker base.
02 3L & 5.7L only: Secure the power cord
to the base power socket on the back
of the multi-cooker base. Make sure
the connection is tight.
All sizes: Connect the power cord to a
220-240V power source.
The display shows OFF.
03 Place and close the lid as described
in Pressure control features: Multi-
cooker lid.
Stage 2: "Cooking" (...but not really, this
is just a test!)
01 Select Pressure Cook.
02 Use the - / + Time buttons to adjust
the cooking time to 5 minutes (00:05).
Adjustments are saved when a Smart
Programme starts, so the next time
you use Pressure Cook, it will default to
5 minutes.
03 Press Keep Warm to turn the
automatic Keep Warm setting off.
04 Press Start to begin. The display
shows On.
While the multi-cooker does its thing,
read Pressure cooking 101 on
the next page to find out how
the magic happens.
05 When the Smart Programme finishes,
the display shows End.
Stage 3: Releasing pressure
01 Follow instructions for a Quick Release in
Releasing pressure: Venting methods.
02 Wait for the float valve to drop,
then carefully open and remove the
lid as described in Pressure control
features: Multi-cooker lid.
03 Using proper hand protection, remove
the inner pot from the multi-cooker
base, discard the water and thoroughly
dry the inner pot.
CAUTION
Pressurised steam releases through the top of the steam release valve. Keep
exposed skin away from the steam release valve to avoid injury.
DANGER
DO NOT attempt to remove the lid while the oat valve is up and NEVER
attempt to force the lid open. Contents are under extreme pressure. Float
valve must be down before attempting to remove the lid. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
CAUTION
The inner pot will be hot after cooking. Always use appropriate heat protection when
handling a hot inner pot to avoid injury.
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Pressure cooking 101
Pressure cooking uses steam to raise the boiling point of water above 100ºC. These high
temperatures allow you to cook some foods way faster than normal.
How it works
When pressure cooking, the Instant Pot goes through 3 stages.
Pre-heating
What you see What you don’t see Tips
The time it takes the multi-cooker to
pressurise depends on things like food
While the multi-cooker pre-heats,
it vaporises liquid to create steam.
The display shows On.
Once enough steam has built up,
the float valve pops up and locks
the lid in place.
Cooking
What you see What you don’t see Tips
The float valve may
release a bit of steam
before it pops up and
seals the multi-cooker.
The display switches
to the cooking
countdown timer.
When the multi-cooker reaches
the required pressure level,
cooking begins.
The Instant Pot automatically
maintains High or Low pressure
throughout cooking.
and liquid temperature and volume.
Frozen foods have the longest preheating time. For the fastest results,
thaw your food before cooking it.
While you're waiting, read over
Releasing pressure for information
on safe venting techniques.
A higher pressure means a higher
temperature.
Smart Programme settings (such as,
cooking time, pressure level, etc.) can
be adjusted at any time during cooking.
Releasing pressure
What you see What you don’t see Tips
If Keep Warm is on
after cooking, the
timer counts up
from 00:00.
If not, the multi-cooker
goes back to standby
and the display
shows End.
The float valve is still
popped up.
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Although food has finished
cooking, the multi-cooker is still
pressurised and hot, which is why
the float valve is up.
Releasing pressure lowers the
temperature inside the multicooker, which allows you to safely
remove the lid once the float valve
drops.
See Releasing pressure for
information on safe venting techniques
and what they’re used for.
Follow your recipe instructions to
choose the best venting method for
your meal.
Instant Tip: The Instant Pot cools
faster if Keep Warm is turned off.
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