InstantPot DUO CRISP + AIR FRYER User manual

DUO CRISPTM + AIR FRYER
Multi-Use Pressure Cooker & Air Fryer
Welcome
Initial Setup
Product Overview
Getting Started
Venting Methods
Initial Test Run (Water Test)
Air Frying
More Controls & Smart Programs
Support & Contact Information
Getting Started Guide
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Product Overview |
Product Overview
Images are for reference only. Refer to actual product.
See Safety, Maintenance & Warranty for Care & Cleaning instructions.
Inner Pot
Locking Pin
Anti-Block Shield
Steam Release Pipe
beneath Anti-Block Shield
Sealing Ring Rack
Sealing Ring
Float Valve Silicone Cap
Cooker Base
Bottom of Pressure Cooking Lid
Top of Pressure Cooking Lid
Inner Pot
Steam Release Valve
Float Valve
Quick Release Button
Lid Fins
Lid Position Marker
Condensation Rim
Cooker Handles
Outer Pot
Heating Element
Base Power Socket (Rear)
Handle
Control Panel
Female Power & Sensor Connector

6| Product Overview For full instructions on using accessories, view the full manual at instantpot.com/duocrisp
Images are for reference only. Refer to actual product.
Product Overview
Air Intake
Element Cover
Male Power & Sensor Connector
Broil/Dehydrating Tray
Heating Element
(Beneath Element Cover)
Handle
Lid Fins
Multi-Level Air Fry Basket
Air Fryer Basket Base
Protective Pad
& Storage Cover
Accessories
Interior
Air Fryer Lid
Back
Multi-functional Rack
Air Vent

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Product Overview |
Duo Crisp
+ Air Fryer
When using the Pressure Cooker Lid, you will only
be able to use the Programs associated to that lid
which include Pressure Cook, Sauté, Slow Cook,
Steam, Sous Vide, Delay Start & Keep Warm. If you
touch an Air Fryer Program, “Lid” will appear on
the display to indicate you do not have the correct
lid for that program.
You are able to adjust the time and temperature
when using either lid.
When using the Air Fryer Lid, you will only be
able to use the Programs associated to that
lid which include Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Broil and
Dehydrate. If you touch an Pressure Cooker
Program, “Lid” will appear on the display to
indicate you do not have the correct lid for that
program.
Duo Crisp
+ Air Fryer
Pressure Cooker Lid Air Fryer Lid

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Pressure Cooking |
Close: Grip handle and align the on lid with
indicator on rim of cooker base. Lower lid
into track then turn lid clockwise until on the lid
lines up with indicator on cooker base.
1Open and close the pressure cooking lid.
When the cooker is plugged in, it plays a jingle when lid is (opened and) closed properly.
Note: Always check the pressure cooking lid for damage
prior to cooking.
Note: The cooker will not operate without the lid properly in place.
Ensure the lid is fully closed before attempting to operate the cooker.
Open: Grip handle and turn lid counter-
clockwise until on lid is aligned with
indicator on the rim of cooker base.
Lift lid up and off cooker base.
Duo Crisp
+ Air Fryer
Using the pressure cooking lid
Open Close
Duo Crisp
+ Air Fryer
WARNING
While oat valve is up, contents of cooker are pressurized. Do not attempt to remove lid. Refer to
“Venting Methods” section in this guide for information on releasing pressure. Failure to comply with this
instruction could cause injuries or property damage.

10 | Pressure Cooking
2Check the 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.
Sealing ring must be installed before use.
See Safety, Maintenance & Warranty for Care & Cleaning instructions.
CAUTION Always check for cuts or deformations in sealing ring prior to cooking. Only use authorized Instant
Pot sealing rings. Sealing rings may stretch over time. Do not use a stretched or damaged
sealing ring. If puckering occurs, replace sealing ring. Failure to follow these instructions may
cause food to discharge, which may lead to personal injury or property damage.
Remove
Install
To check or clean the following parts in Steps 2-7, please make sure unit is
unplugged and cool before performing any of these tasks.

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Pressure Cooking |
3Remove & Install Float Valve
The oat valve has 2 positions. It pops up
to indicate when the cooker is pressurized
and lowers into the lid when the cooker
isdepressurized.
Remove: Place one nger on the at top of the
oat valve. Turn lid over. Detach silicone cap from
the bottom side of the oat valve. Remove oat
valve from top oflid. Do not discard oat valve or
siliconecap.
The oat valve and silicone cap must be installed
before use to seal in pressurized steam.
Install: Drop oat valve into oat valve hole on
top of lid. Place one nger on the at top of oat
valve. Turn lid over. Attach silicone cap to bottom
of oat valve. Refer to “Venting Methods” in this
guide for information on releasing pressure.
WARNING
While oat valve is up, contents of cooker are pressurized. Do not attempt to remove lid. Refer to “Venting Methods” section in
this guide for information on releasing pressure. Failure to comply with this instruction could cause injuries or property damage.
Pressurized
Top
Depressurized
Bottom

12 | Pressure Cooking
4Remove & Install Anti-Block Shield
Remove: Grip lid and press rmly 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.
Remove Install
See Safety, Maintenance & Warranty for Care & Cleaning instructions.

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Pressure Cooking |
5Remove & Install Steam Release Valve
Remove: Pull steam release valve up and off steam release pipe.
Steam release valve must be installed before use and cleaned frequently.
Install: Place steam release valve on steam release pipe and press down. Fits loosely when installed
properly, but remains in place when the lid is turned over.
Remove Install
See Safety, Maintenance & Warranty for Care & Cleaning instructions.
CAUTION If release valve is not installed water will spatter out of the steam release pipe which may lead to burns
and injury

14 | Pressure Cooking
6Remove & Clean Inner Pot
Remove inner pot from cooker base and wash with hot water and dish soap before rst use.
Clean the outer surface of inner pot and the heating element located on the inner surface of the outer pot
with a clean dry cloth to ensure it is 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 only in the inner pot, not
cookerbase.
Note: Always check the inner pot for dents
or deformations prior to cooking. If inner
pot is dented or deformed, stop using the
cooker. Visit instantpot.com/support
CAUTION The inner pot is an integral part of product safety. Always use an authorized stainless steel Instant Pot®inner pot made for this model when
cooking. Failure to do so may cause personal injury or property damage. To avoid risk of personal injury and/or property damage, do not pour food
or liquid into cooker base.
WARNING
Do not ll the inner pot higher than the 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 valve. Do not ll the inner pot higher than the — 1/2 line when cooking
these foods. Failure to do so may cause personal injury or property damage.

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Pressure Cooking |
7Install 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 and rinsed after use. Failure to install will result in water dripping on to
yourcountertop.
Remove: Pull condensation collector away from cooker base. Do not pull down on
condensationcollector.
See Safety, Maintenance & Warranty for Care & Cleaning instructions.

Venting Methods
When closing the lid, the quick release button will automatically
reset to the popped up “Seal” position.
16 | Venting Methods
Venting Methods
Seal Vent

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Natural Release (NR)
Leave the steam release in the “Seal” position. The cooker dissipates heat so pressure releases
naturally over time.
This method must be used when cooking food such as soups, stews or chilis, as well as food that
expands, such as beans and grains.
Note: Depressurization time varies based upon volume of food and liquid. May take 10-40 minutes, or longer.
Quick Release (QR)
Vent: Press quick release button down until it clicks.
When depressed, a continuous stream of steam is released through
the steam release valve until the oat valve drops into the lid.
Note: It will be loud!
If spatter occurs, turn quick release button to reset it to the “Seal”
position, and try again after a few minutes. If spatter continues, use
NR to vent remaining pressure.
WARNING
Do not lean over the
steam release valve.
Do not place unprotected skin
over the steam release assembly
Do not cover the steam
release valve.
The oat valve drops when the cooker has
depressurized. Do not attempt to open the lid while the
oat valve is still popped up.
Failure to follow these instructions may lead to injury or damage.

18 | Initial Test Run
1. Add 3 cups (24 oz / 750 mL) water
to inner pot.
2. Insert inner pot into cooker base.
3. Connect power cord to a 120V
powersource.
Display indicates “OFF”.
4. Align on lid with on cooker base.
Lower lid into track, then turn lid clockwise to
align with until jingle sounds.
Steam release automatically resets to “Seal”
position when the lid is closed.
5. Select Smart Program: Pressure Cook.
6. Use + / – keys to adjust cook time to
“00:05”minutes.
Note: The Instant Pot saves customizations made to cook time.
Press “Start”, the display indicates “On” and
cooker begins Preheating.
Initial Test Run
For details on Smart Programs and operation instructions, refer to the full
User Manual at instantpot.com/duocrisp.
Complete this test to familiarize yourself with pressure cooking in
the Duo Crisp. Approximate time: 20 minutes
Duo Crisp
+ Air Fryer

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Initial Test Run |
7. Float valve rises when cooker has
pressurized.
Once pressurized, Cooking begins
anddisplay changes from “On” to cook
timecountdown.
8. When the Smart Program completes,
cookerbegins Keep Warm or display
indicates “End”.
9. Press quick release button down until it
clicksinto “Vent” position.
Pressurized steam releases through top
ofsteam release valve.
CAUTION Steam ishot! Avoid exposure
to skin. Failure to follow this instruction may
result in burn injury.
Float valve drops when pressure has been
fully released.
10. To open, grip handle and turn lid counter-
clockwise until on lid is aligned with
indicator on the rim of cooker base. Lift lid
up and off cooker base.
11. Discard water and dry inner pot.
12. Start cooking!
For details on Smart Programs and operation instructions, refer to the
full User Manual at instantpot.com/duocrisp.

20 | Getting Started
Air Frying

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Air Frying |
APressure Cook Your Food First
After completing the initial test
run, follow the instructions for your
favoritepressure cooker recipes at
recipes.instantpot.com or download
our recipe app at instantpot.com/app.
After all pressure has been released,
remove the pressure cooker lid and
follow the air frying instructions on
page23 starting with Step 1.

22 | Air Frying
BAir Fry Only
STEP 1: If not pressure cooking rst,
insert the stainless steel inner pot into
the InstantPot cooker base.
Insert the air fry basket with the
basketbase or oven-safe cookware
intothe inner pot.
STEP 2: Add your food into the
airfryerbasket. Follow instructions on
page 23.
Note: All oven-safe cookware is safe to use in the inner
pot. The provided air fry basket features multiple levels
to suit your cooking needs. Refer to the full User Manual
on instantpot.com/duocrisp for detailed cooking
instructions. For best results, use the air fryer basket.
STEP 1 STEP 2

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Air Frying |
2Select a Smart Program:
Air Fry, Broil, Bake, Roast
or Dehydrate.
For details on Smart Programs and operation
instructions, refer to the full User Manual at
instantpot.com/duocrisp.
1Place the Air Fryer Lid on the cooker base by
lining up the lid ns and inserting them into the
base handles.
Press Air Fryer Lid down to ensure the power and
sensor parts are fully connected to each other.
A jingle sounds when the lid is placed properly
and the display indicates “OFF”.
Duo Crisp
+ Air Fryer
WARNING
If the power and sensor parts are not fully connected, you
may get a Lid message or C9 error. Failure to ensure they are
properly connected could result in damage to the cooker.

Duo Crisp
+ Air Fryer
24 | Air Frying
Duo Crisp
+ Air Fryer
3Use the + / − keys to adjust the Time
and Temperature.
Note: The cooker saves customizations made to the cook
time or temperature.
4Press Start.
The display indicates “On” as the Air Fryer
Lid Preheats. After preheating, the display
will change to the set time and start to
count down.