Instant POT DUO PLUS WITH WHISPER QUIET User manual

INSTANT POT®DUO®PLUS
WITH WHISPER QUIET
USER MANUAL

Welcome to your new Instant Pot®Duo Plus with
Whisper Quiet!
Welcome to the world of Instant Chefs at home. We’re excited to get you
started on your Instant Brands culinary journey!
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for years to come.
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CONTENTS
Important safeguards 2
What’s in the box 8
Using your Duo Plus 10
Initial setup 14
Using the lid 20
Slow Cook 26
Rice 28
Steam 30
Sauté 31
Yogurt 33
Sous Vide 35
Cake 37
Keep Warm 39
Cleaning 40
Troubleshooting 41
Error codes 43
Learn more 45
Warranty 46

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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Placement
DO place the appliance on a countertop only. Always operate the
appliance on a stable, noncombustible, level surface.
DO make sure all parts are dry and free of food debris before placing
the cooking pot on the cooker base.
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 flame.
DO NOT use outdoors. Keep out of direct sunlight.
DO NOT place on anything that may block the vents on the bottom
of the appliance.
General Use
The removable inner cooking pot is extremely hot during use,
and can be extremely heavy when full of ingredients.
DO use oven mitts when handling the inner cooking pot and
removing accessories.
DO place hot accessories on a heat-resistant surface or cooking
plate.
DO use care when lifting the cooking pot from the cooker base to
avoid burn injury.
DO use extreme caution when the cooking pot contains hot food, hot

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oil or other hot liquids.
DO use only the Instant Brands lid that came with this cooker base.
Using any other pressure cooker lids may cause personal injury and/
or property damage.
DO NOT use the appliance without the removable inner cooking pot
installed.
DO NOT touch the metal portion of the lid, the appliance’s hot
surfaces, or any accessories during or immediately after cooking
because they will be hot. Only use the side handles for carrying or
moving.
DO NOT use this appliance for deep frying or pressure frying with
oil.
DO NOT move the appliance while it is in use and use extreme
caution when disposing of hot grease.
DO NOT allow children or persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities to operate this appliance. Close supervision
is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities.
Children should not play with this appliance.
DO NOT use the appliance for anything other than household use. It
is not intended for commercial use.
DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use.
Pressure Cooking
This appliance cooks under pressure. DO NOT open while under
pressure. Allow the appliance to depressurise naturally or release
all excess pressure before opening. Inappropriate use may result in
burns, personal injury and/or property damage.
DO make sure the appliance is properly closed before operating.
DO check that the steam release valve is installed.

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DO use the Instant Brands lid when pressure cooking. For
instructions on how to use the lid, see the User Manual.
DO turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the steam release
valve and/or float valve in a steady stream for longer than 3 minutes.
If steam escapes from the sides of the lid, turn the appliance off, wait
for it to depressurise/cool, and make sure the sealing ring is properly
installed.
DO check the steam release valve, steam release pipe, anti-block
shield and float valve for clogging before use. For instructions on
how to clean these parts, see the User Manual.
DO NOT remove the pressure cooking lid with unprotected hands.
DO NOT attempt to force the lid off the Instant Pot cooker base.
DO NOT move the appliance when it is under pressure.
DO NOT cover or obstruct the steam release valve and/or float valve
with cloth or other objects.
DO NOT attempt to open the appliance until it has depressurized,
and all internal pressure has been released. Attempting to open the
appliance while it is still pressurized may lead to sudden release of
hot contents and may cause burns, personal injuries and/or
property damage.
DO NOT place your face, hands or exposed skin over the steam
release valve or float valve when the appliance is in operation or has
residual pressure, and do not lean over the appliance when removing
the lid.
Overfill During Pressure Cooking
Overfilling may cause a risk of clogging the steam release pipe and
developing excess pressure.
DO NOT fill the inner cooking pot over the line labeled ‘PC MAX — 2/3’.
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cooking foods that expand during cooking such as rice, dried beans
or dried vegetables.
DO exercise extreme caution when cooking and venting food(s) 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, valve, and/or steam release handle.
DO NOT fill the inner pot higher than the “PC MAX- 1/2” line when
cooking these foods. Failure to follow this warning may lead to
personal injury and/or property damage and may void your warranty.
DO NOT place oversized foods into the inner cooking pot as they
may cause risk of fire and/or personal injury and/or property
damage.
DO check that the sealing ring is properly installed.
Accessories
DO use only accessories or attachments authorized by Instant
Brands. The use of parts, accessories or attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of personal
injury, property damage, fire, or electric shock.
DO use only an authorized stainless-steel Instant Pot inner cooking
pot to reduce the risk of pressure leakage.
DO only replace the sealing ring with an authorised Instant Brands
sealing ring to prevent personal injury and damage to the appliance.
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.
Care and Storage
DO let the appliance cool to room temperature before cleaning or
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DO NOT store any materials, other than the multicooker cooking
pot, in the cooker base when not in use.
DO NOT place any combustible materials in the cooker base, such as
paper, cardboard, plastic, Styrofoam or wood.
Power Cord
A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk resulting from it
being grabbed by children, becoming entangled in, or tripping over a
longer cord. 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.
DO NOT let the power cord touch hot surfaces or open flame,
including the stovetop.
DO NOT use with power converters or adapters, timer switches or
separate remote-control systems. This appliance has an earthed
plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock: ONLY plug the power cord
into a earthed electrical outlet.
DO NOT remove EARTH.
If the unit includes a detachable power cord:
To connect, always attach the power cord to the appliance first, then
plug the power cord into the wall outlet.
Electrical Warning
The cooker base contains electrical components that are an
electrical shock hazard. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in electric shock.
To protect against electrical shock:
To disconnect, select Cancel, then remove plug from power source.
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parts or accessories, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug
and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
DO 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 [e-mail] (if located in the UK) or
[e-mail] (if located in the EU) or by phone
at [phone]. DO NOT attempt to repair, replace or modify
components of the appliance, as this may cause electric shock, fire
or personal injury, and will void the warranty.
DO NOT tamper with any of the safety mechanisms, as this may
result in personal injury and/or property damage.
DO NOT put liquid or food of any kind into cooker base without the
inner cooking pot.
DO NOT immerse power cord, plug or the appliance in water or
other liquid.
DO NOT use the appliance in electrical systems other than 220-
240V~ 50/60Hz.
DO NOT clean the appliance by rinsing it under a faucet.
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Lid
Stainless Steel Inner Cooking Pot
Whisper quiet lid cover
Sealing ring rack
Steam release valve and
anti-block shield
Float valve
Sealing ring
Steam release switch
Handle
Lid fins
Steam release vents
Lid position marker

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Cooker Base
Parts + Accessories
Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Remember to recycle!
We designed this packaging with sustainability in mind. Please recycle
everything that can be recycled where you live.
Heating element (inside)
Cooker handles
Stainless steel exterior
Condensation collector (rear)
Power cord
Condensation rim
Control panel
Extra sealing ring
(1 comes installed)
Stainless steel steam rack
with handles

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USING YOUR DUO PLUS WITH WHISPER
QUIET
Control panel
1. Smart Program Settings
• Cooking presets
2. Time
• Cooking time
• Delay Start time
• Keep Warm time
3. Delay Start Indicator
• Shows Delay Start is active
4. Pressure Indicator
• When lit, shows the pressure
level selected
5. Temperature Indicator
• When lit, shows the
temperature selected
6. Progress Bar
• Shows cooking progress
7. Message Display
• Shows cooking instructions
8. Cooking Programs
• Active program will be lit
9. Delay Start
• Light shows ON
10. Keep Warm
• Light shows ON
11. Cancel
12. Start
13. Steam Icon
• When lit, there is pressure in
the multi-cooker
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Status messages
The control panel shows information you need to know when using
your Instant Duo Plus.
Standby mode
Preheat mode
Sauté Smart Program is ready to add food
Time
• Smart Program: cooking time remaining
• Delay Start: time until Smart Program starts
• Keep Warm: time food has been warming
Yogurt Smart Program is in pasteurising cycle
Smart Program ended (Keep Warm is off)
Lid is not on the unit or is not properly secured
The cooker is overheating due to insufficient liquid.
See Troubleshooting.
The cooker is overheating due to insufficient liquid.
See Troubleshooting.
An error has occurred. See Troubleshooting.
Turning the sound On or Off
Turn sound on
When in Ready mode, press and hold Delay Start and Keep Warm for
5 seconds. The message display shows Sound Off.
Turn sound off
When in Ready mode, press and hold Delay Start and Keep Warm for
5 seconds. The message display shows Sound On
Audible safety alerts (beeps) cannot be turned off.

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Changing the temperature scale
Set to Fahrenheit
When in Ready mode (and scale is set to Celsius), press and hold the
Control Dial for 5 seconds. The message display shows Temp Unit F.
Set to Celsius
When in Ready mode (and scale is set to Fahrenheit), press and hold the
Control Dial for 5 seconds. The message display shows Temp Unit C.
Delay the start of cooking
You can set a Delay Start timer for a minimum of 10 minutes or a
maximum of 24 hours.
1. Select a Smart Program, adjust the settings as you want, then press
Delay Start.
2. When the minutes field flashes, turn the Control Dial to set the
minutes (in 10 minute increments) and press the Start to select.
3. Delay Start begins automatically and the timer counts down.
4. When Delay Start ends, the Smart Program begins.
Set a timer (without cooking)
You can set a timer for a minimum of 1 minute or a maximum of
60 minutes.
1. When the unit is on and the message display shows Ready, press
Delay Start.
2. When the minutes field flashes, turn the Control Dial to set the
minutes (in 1 minute increments).
3. Press Start to begin the timer.

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Cancel cooking
When in Preheating, Cooking or Keep Warm modes, press Cancel.
The message display shows Ready.
Reset unit to original settings
Reset individual programs
• With the cooker in Ready mode, press and hold one program button
for over 3 seconds. The message display shows Ready.
The Program’s pressure level, cooking time and temperature are restored
to the factory default setting.
Reset individual programs during cooking
• With the cooker in Cooking mode, press and hold that program’s
button for over 3 seconds. The display returns to the Cooking
program in progress, but with the factory default settings.
The Program’s pressure level, cooking time and temperature are restored
to the factory default setting.
Reset all program settings
• With the cooker in Ready mode, press and hold Cancel for over
3 seconds. The message display shows Ready.
The unit’s settings are restored to the factory default.

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INITIAL SETUP
Clean before use
1. Wash the inner cooking pot with hot water and soap. Rinse and use
a soft cloth to dry the outside. Or you can wash the inner cooking
pot in the dishwasher.
2. Wipe the heating element inside the cooker base with a soft cloth
to ensure there are no stray packaging particles.
Setting up the condensation collector
The condensation collector sits at the back of the cooker base and
accumulates overflow moisture from the condensation rim. It should be
installed before cooking, then emptied and rinsed out after each use.
Remove the condensation collector
• Pull the condensation collector away from the cooker base; do
not pull down.
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Install the condensation collector
• Align the grooves on the condensation collector with the tabs on the
back of the cooker base and slide the condensation collector into place.
Using the Sealing Ring
When the lid is closed, the sealing ring installed on the underside of the
lid creates an air-tight seal between the lid and the cooker base.
• The sealing ring must be installed before using the cooker and
should be cleaned after each use.
• Install 1 sealing ring at a time; use one for sweet dishes and one
for savory.
• Sealing rings stretch over time with normal use. To keep your
product safe, replace the sealing ring every 12 to 18 months.
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Install the Sealing Ring
1. Place the sealing ring over the sealing ring rack and press it into
place. Press down firmly to ensure there is no puckering.
2. The sealing ring should be snug and should not fall out when the lid
is turned over.
Remove the Sealing Ring
1. Grip the edge of the sealing ring and pull it out from behind the
sealing ring rack.
2. Inspect the rack to ensure it is secured, centered, and an even
height all the way around the lid. If the sealing ring rack is
deformed, do not try to repair it.

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Anti-Block Shield
The anti-block shield prevents food particles from coming up through
the steam release pipe, assisting with pressure regulation.
As an integral part of product safety, the anti-block shield must be
installed before use and cleaned frequently.
Remove the Anti-Block Shield
• Grip the lid like a steering wheel and use your thumbs to press
firmly against the side of the anti-block shield (pressing towards
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Install the Anti-Block Shield
• Place anti-block shield over prongs and press down until it snaps
into position. Do not attempt to operate the pressure cooker
without the anti-block shield installed.
Plug in cord
• When you’re ready to use your Instant Pot Duo Plus, plug the
electrical cord into the power socket on the back of the unit.