InstantPot Pro 60 User manual

PRO™
MULTI-USE PRESSURE COOKER - 5.7 AND 7.6 LITRES
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User manual
Important safeguards
Products, parts and
accessories
Get started
Pressure cooking 101
Releasing pressure
Control panel
Pressure control features
Cooking
Care, cleaning and storage
Troubleshooting
Warranty
Contact

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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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSIMPORTANT 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 multicooker base to avoid burn injuries.
• 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 Overlling may cause a risk of clogging the steam release pipe and
developing excess pressure.
• DO NOT ll over the Max PC Fill line as indicated on the inner pot.
• DO NOT ll the inner pot over the Half Fill line (as indicated on the inner
pot) 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: Pressure cooking lid.
• DO NOT cover or obstruct the steam release valve and/or oat valve
with cloths 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 a 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.
• DO NOT lean over the appliance when removing the lid, as heat and
steam escape when the lid is removed.
• Turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the steam release valve
and/or oat valve in a steady stream during Pre-heating or Cooking, for
longer than 3 minutes.
At Instant Brands™ your safety always comes rst. The Instant Pot® Pro was
designed with your safety in mind, and we mean business. Check out this Instant
Pot’s long list of safety mechanisms on instantpot.co.uk to see what we mean.
As always, be careful when using electrical appliances and follow basic
safety precautions.
01 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, SAFEGUARDS AND WARNINGS BEFORE
USE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS
MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
02 Use only the Instant Pot Pro lid with the Instant Pot Pro multicooker base.
Using any other pressure 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 hot oven.
• DO NOT use the appliance near water or ames.
• 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 proper hand protection when removing hot accessories and
handling the hot 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.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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17 Spilled food can cause serious burns. A short power supply lead is
provided to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement
and tripping.
• DO NOT let the power lead hang over edges of tables or counters,
or touch hot surfaces or open ames, including the hob.
• DO NOT use below-counter power outlets, and never use with an
extension lead.
• Keep the appliance and lead away from children.
18 Do not use any accessories or attachments not authorised by
Instant Brands Inc. 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 made for this model.
• DO NOT use the appliance without the removable inner pot tted.
• 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 multicooker base contains electrical components.
To avoid electric shock:
• DO NOT put liquid of any kind into multicooker base;
• DO NOT immerse power lead, 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 220-240 V ~
50-60 Hz. Do not use with power converters or adapters.
• 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 multicooker base.
Refer to Releasing pressure.
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 as this could result
in a scalding injury.
11 When pressure cooking food with a high fat/oil content or a doughy or
thick texture, 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 a 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 multicooker base, make sure both
parts are dry and free of food debris;
• Allow the appliance to cool to room temperature prior to cleaning or
storage.
14 Do not use this appliance for deep frying or pressure frying with oil.
15 To disconnect, touch Cancel, then remove the plug from the power source.
Always unplug when not in use, as well as before adding or removing parts
or accessories, and before cleaning. To unplug, take hold of the plug and
pull it from the socket. Never pull from the power lead.
16 Regularly inspect the appliance and power lead. Do not operate the
appliance if the power lead or plug is damaged, or after the appliance
malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any way. For assistance, contact
Customer Care by email or by phone on [phone].

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.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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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 multicooker base or inner pot when not
in use.
26 Do not place any combustible materials in the multicooker base or inner
pot, such as paper, cardboard, plastic, polystyrene or wood.
27 Do not use the included accessories in a microwave, toaster oven or
outdoor grill.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
Electric shock hazard. Use an earthed outlet only.
• DO NOT remove earthing.
• DO NOT use an adapter.
• DO NOT use an extension lead.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in electric shock and/or serious injury.
WARNING
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 lead set instructions
As per safety requirements, a short power supply lead is provided to reduce the hazards
resulting from entanglement and tripping.
This appliance has an earthed plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug the power lead
into an earthed and easily accessible electric socket.
Product specications
Model: Pro 60 1000-1200 W 220-240 V ~ 50-60 Hz 5.7 Litres 5.9 kg cm: 33.1 L x 32.2 W x 32.5 H
Model: Pro 80 1200-1400 W 220-240 V~ 50-60 Hz 7.6 Litres 7.18 kg cm: 36.58 L x 35.31 W x 36.07 H
Find your model name and serial number
Find the model name on the silver rating label on the back of the multicooker base, near the
power lead.
The serial number is located on a white sticker beside the rating label.

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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ....................................................................................... 2
Special lead set instructions...................................................................................7
Product specications .............................................................................................7
Product, parts and accessories .................................................................................. 9
Get started.................................................................................................................. 11
Initial set up (It won't bite!) ...................................................................................11
Initial test run (water test)......................................................................................12
Pressure cooking 101................................................................................................ 14
Control panel ............................................................................................................. 18
Status messages.....................................................................................................20
Settings ....................................................................................................................... 21
Pressure control features........................................................................................... 23
Cooking ...................................................................................................................... 28
Smart programme overview.................................................................................29
Pressure Cook and Rice ........................................................................................30
Steam.......................................................................................................................33
Sauté .......................................................................................................................35
Deglazing................................................................................................................36
Slow Cook...............................................................................................................37
Sous Vide ................................................................................................................38
Yogurt ......................................................................................................................43
Bake .........................................................................................................................46
Keep Warm .............................................................................................................47
Using Favourite Programmes................................................................................... 48
Care, cleaning and storage ...................................................................................... 49
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 53
Warranty...................................................................................................................... 56
Contact........................................................................................................................ 58
Product, parts and accessories
Before using your new Instant Pot Pro, make sure everything is accounted for, then see
Care, cleaning and storage: Removing and installing parts to nd out how everything
ts together.
Top of pressure cooking lid
Bottom of pressure cooking lid
Instant Tip: Stand the pressure cooking lid up to keep
it off your countertop. Insert the left or right lid n into
corresponding lid holders on the base 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.
Steam release
assembly
Float valve
Steam release cover
Steam release valve
Steam release pipe
Lid n
Lid position markers
Quick release switch
Lid handle
Lid n
QuickCool™protective cover
Sealing ring rack Silicone cap
(bottom of oat valve)
Anti-block shield
Steam release pipe
(beneath the anti-block shield)
Locking pin
Sealing ring

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Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Always refer to the actual product.
Get started
Product, parts and accessories
Instant Tip: Hob-friendly and
oven-safe to 232°C! The inner
pot features a cookware-grade
impact-bonded tri-ply bottom,
which sounds complicated,
but really means you can
use it just about anywhere —
from the multicooker base to
any electric, ceramic, gas or
induction hob.
Multicooker base
Accessories
Inner pot
Steam rack Extra sealing ring
Condensation collector
(rear)
Condensation rim
Heating element
(interior)
Power lead
(rear)
Lead holder
(rear)
Outer pot
Lid holder
Control panel
Stainless steel exterior
Multicooker base handle
Fill line indicators
Easy-grip silicone
handles
Flat bottom
Initial set-up (it won't bite!)
You — yes, you — can do this!
“The only real stumbling block is fear of failure.
In cooking you’ve got to have a what-the-hell attitude.”
– Julia Child
01 Take that Instant Pot Pro out of the box!
02 Remove the packaging material and accessories from in and around the multicooker
and make sure all the parts are accounted for. See Product, parts and accessories for
a full parts breakdown.
Make sure you check under the inner pot!
03 Wash the inner pot in a dishwasher or with hot water and washing up liquid. Rinse 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 multicooker base.
Don’t remove the safety warning stickers from the lid (unless specied on the sticker!)
or the identication label from the back of the multicooker base.
05 You may be tempted to put the Pro on your hob — but don’t do it! Place the multicooker
base on a stable, level surface, away from combustible material and external
heat sources.
Is anything missing or damaged?
Get in touch with a Customer Care Advisor through email at suppor[email protected] or
by phone on [phone] and we’ll happily make some magic happen for you!
Feeling keen?
• While you’re doing the Initial test run (water test), take a look at Pressure cooking 101
to nd out how the magic happens, and read through Pressure control features for an
in-depth look.
WARNING
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.
Do not place the
appliance on a hob or
on 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.

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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 new Pro
prepares you for success in the kitchen! Take a few minutes to get to know how this tireless
kitchen hero works.
Stage 1: Setting up the Pro for pressure
cooking
01 Remove the inner pot from the
multicooker base and ll it to the rst
line (1) with water.
02 Insert the inner pot into the multicooker
base.
03 Connect the power lead to a 220-240 V
power source.
The display shows OFF.
04 Place and close the lid as described
in Pressure control features: Pressure
cooking lid.
The lid automatically seals for pressure
cooking.
Stage 2: "Cooking" (...but not really, this is
just a test!)
01 Touch Pressure Cook.
02 When Custom ashes, press the dial to
select it and go to the next eld.
03 When the pressure level ashes, press
the dial to select High pressure and go
to the next eld.
04 When the time ashes, turn the dial to
adjust the cooking time to 5 minutes
(00:05).
Press the dial to conrm the change
and go to the next eld.
Customisations are saved to the Smart
Programme when cooking begins.
05 When Reminder ashes, turn the dial
to toggle between vent reminder
options. Select Off and press the dial
to conrm. See Control panel for more
information.
06 Select Off and press the dial to conrm.
07 Touch Start to begin.
The display shows On and the cooking
progress bar shows Pre-heating.
Keep Warm turns on automatically after
some Smart Programmes nish. Touch
Keep Warm to turn the setting off for
this test.
Instant Tip: While the multicooker does
its thing, read Pressure cooking 101 to
nd out how the magic happens.
Stage 3: Releasing pressure
01 When Cooking has nished, the
display shows End.
02 If you have set a 5 or 10 minute vent
reminder, the reminder timer begins to
count down.
03 Follow instructions for a Quick Release
in Releasing pressure: Venting
methods.
04 Wait for the oat valve to drop, then
carefully open and remove the lid as
described in Pressure control features:
Pressure cooking lid.
05 Using proper hand protection, remove
the inner pot from the multicooker
base, discard the water and thoroughly
dry the inner pot.
That's it! You're good to go :)
CAUTION
Pressurised steam is released through
the top of the steam release valve. Keep
exposed skin away from the steam
release valve to avoid burn injuries.
The inner pot will be hot after cooking.
Always use appropriate heat protection
when handling a hot inner pot to avoid
burn injuries.
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.

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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 much faster than normal.
Behind the magic curtain
When pressure cooking, the Instant Pot goes through 3 stages.
Pre-heating
What you see What you don’t see Tips
The cooking progress
bar shows Pre-heating.
The display shows On.
While the multicooker pre-heats, it
evaporates liquid to create steam.
Once enough steam has built up,
the oat valve pops up and locks
the lid in place.
The time it takes for the multicooker to
pressurise depends on things like food
and liquid temperature and volume.
Frozen foods have the longest pre-
heating time. For the fastest results,
thaw your food before cooking it.
No need to hang around during this
stage — trust that IP magic!
Cooking
What you see What you don’t see Tips
The cooking progress
bar moves over to
Cooking.
The display switches
to the cooking
countdown timer.
When the Instant Pot reaches the
required pressure level, cooking
begins.
The multicooker automatically
maintains High or Low pressure
throughout cooking.
A higher pressure means a higher
temperature.
Smart Programme settings
(e.g. cooking time, pressure level, etc.)
can be adjusted at any time during
cooking.
Depressurisation
What you see What you don’t see Tips
If Keep Warm is on
after cooking, the
cooking progress bar
moves over to Keep
Warm and the timer
counts up from 00:00.
If not, the multicooker
returns to standby and
displays End.
Although food has nished
cooking, the pressure cooker is
still pressurised and hot.
Venting the pressure lowers the
temperature and allows you to
safely remove the lid.
Follow your recipe instructions when
choosing a venting method.
See Releasing pressure: Venting
methods on the next page for
information on safe venting techniques.
Instant Tip: The Instant Pot cools faster
if Keep Warm is turned off!
Releasing pressure
You must release pressure after pressure cooking before attempting to open the lid.
Follow your recipe’s instructions to choose a venting method, and always wait until the oat
valve drops into the lid before opening.
WARNING
Steam ejected from the steam release
valve is hot. DO NOT place hands, face
or any exposed skin over the steam
release assembly when releasing
pressure to avoid injury.
Do not cover or obstruct the steam
release valve or cover to avoid injury
and/or property damage.
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.
Venting methods
• Natural Release (NR or NPR)
• Quick Release (QR or QPR)
• Timed Natural Release
Pressurised Depressurised

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Releasing pressure
Natural Release (NR or NPR)
Cooking stops gradually. As the temperature within the multicooker drops, the Instant Pot
Pro depressurises naturally over time.
What to do What to expect
After cooking has nished,
leave the quick release switch
in the Seal position until the
oat valve drops into the lid.
Seal position
Your meal continues to cook even after the Smart
Programme has ended.
Instant Tip: This is called “carryover cooking” or “resting” and
it’s great for large cuts of meat.
The depressurisation time may vary based on the
volume, type and temperature of food and liquid.
Unless you use QuickCool™ technology, NR can take
up to 40 minutes with some dishes, so plan ahead —
it’s well worth the wait!
See QuickCool to nd out how to naturally release
pressure faster than ever before!
NOTICE
Use NR to depressurise the multicooker after cooking high-starch foods (like
soups, stews, chillis, pasta, oatmeal and congee) or after cooking foods that
expand when cooked (like beans and grains).
Quick Release (QR or QPR)
Stops cooking quickly and prevents overcooking. Perfect for quick-cooking vegetables and
delicate seafood!
What to do What to expect
Move the quick release switch from Seal to
Vent and wait until the oat valve drops
into the lid.
Vent position
When the steam release cover is installed
properly, you’ll hear a mufed hiss as
steam hits the cover and disperses.
If the cover is not installed properly, a loud
jet of steam will be ejected through the
top of the steam release valve.
Seal
Vent
Seal
Vent
Releasing pressure
NOTICE
Do not use QR when cooking fatty, oily, thick or high-starch foods (e.g., stews,
chillis, pasta and congee) or when cooking foods that expand when cooked
(e.g., beans and grains).
Timed Natural Release
The carryover cooking continues for a specic amount of time, then stops quickly when you
release the remaining pressure. Perfect for cooking rice and grains.
What to do What to expect
Leave the quick release
switch in the Seal position
for a few minutes (according
to your recipe) then move it
from Seal to Vent and wait
until the oat valve drops into
the lid.
When the steam release cover is installed properly,
you’ll hear a mufed hiss as steam hits the cover
and disperses.
If the cover is not installed properly, a loud jet of steam
will be ejected through the top of the steam release
valve.
The temperature within the multicooker drops, so the steam
release may not be as powerful as a normal QR.
If you see a lot of spatter while releasing pressure, move the quick release switch back
from Vent to Seal and wait a few minutes before trying to release pressure again. If spatter
continues, use NR to safely release the remaining pressure.
Vent reminder
Set a reminder for your Timed Natural Release so you can step away and own your day.
Recipe calls for... Use this reminder!
Quick Release Off
5 minute Timed
Natural Release 5 min
10 minute Timed
Natural Release 10 min
CAUTION
Steam ejected from the steam release valve is hot. DO NOT place hands, face
or any exposed skin over the steam release assembly when releasing pressure to
avoid injury.

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Control panel
1 Smart Programmes
• Pressure Cook
• Rice/Grain
• Steam
• Sauté
• Slow Cook
• Sous Vide
• Yogurt
• Bake
See Cooking for details.
2 Pre-set cooking options
After selecting a Smart Programme, choose from a variety of
popular pre-sets.
All pre-set cooking options can be customised.
3 Pressure Choose between None,Low and High.
4 Temperature Choose between Low, High and Custom.
5 Time display
In standby, shows OFF.
For Smart Programmes the display counts down and for Keep
Warm, the display counts up.
Some Smart Programmes display the temperature in ºC (Celsius)
or ºF (Fahrenheit).
6 Vent reminder Only used when pressure cooking.
7 Sounds
Sounds are on.
Sounds are off.
Audible safety and error message alerts cannot be turned off.
See Control panel: Settings for more information.
8 Cooking progress bar
Shows when the multicooker is in Pre-heating, Cooking and
Keep Warm.
See Control panel: Cooking progress bar for more information.
9 Fav 1 to 5 One-touch access to 5 of your favourite recipes.
See Cooking: Fav 5 for more information.
10 Control dial
Turn the dial to scroll through Smart Programmes, modify status
icons and adjust the time, temperature and pressure levels.
The dial is also a button. Press the dial to conrm your selections.
11 Delay Start
Delay the start of cooking. Doubles as a kitchen timer!
Icon appears when Delay Start timer is counting down.
12 Keep Warm
Turns Keep Warm on or off.
Can only be used with Pressure Cook, Rice and Slow Cook, or as a
standalone programme when in standby.
13 Cancel Stops a Smart Programme at any time and returns the multicooker
to standby.
14 Start Begins the selected Smart Programme.
Control panel
Cooking progress bar
1 2 3
1 Pre-heating
Pre-heating is in progress. The display shows On during the
pre-heating stage to let you know that it’s working on getting
up to temperature.
2 Cooking
Cooking starts after the Pro reaches the target pressure or
temperature required by the Smart Programme. The display counts
down the remaining cooking time.
3Keep Warm
Keep Warm comes on automatically after cooking nishes to keep
your meal at serving temperature. The timer counts up the elapsed
time to a maximum of 10 hours (10:00). When Keep Warm is
complete, the display shows End.
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Status messages
The Pro is in standby mode, ready to make your next favourite
meal.
The multicooker is Pre-heating.
The inner pot has reached the perfect cooking temperature and
food can be added.
Only applies to Sauté and Sous Vide.
The display shows one of the following:
• The remaining Cooking time when a Smart Programme is
running,
• The Delay Start countdown,
• How long food has been in Keep Warm.
The Yogurt Smart Programme is set to pasteurisation mode.
See Cooking: Yogurt for more information.
Displays when you’re setting up Sous Vide cooking to show the
default temperature setting.
To set a custom cooking temperature, turn the dial when the
temperature ashes. Then press the dial to make your selection.
Displays when you press a Fav key to save a Favourite recipe.
Displays when you press a Fav key that hasn’t been saved as
a Favourite. Number will change between 1-5 depending on
the missing Fav setting selected.
When cooking has nished, the display shows End until you
remove the lid or touch Cancel.
Do you see something else? See Troubleshooting for more information.
Settings
Setting Description
Change displayed
temperature (°C and °F).
In standby, press and hold the dial for 5 seconds.
When the temperature unit ashes, turn the dial to toggle
between °C and °F, then press Start to save the change.
Turn sound on or off.
In standby, press and hold the dial for 5 seconds.
When the temperature unit ashes, press the dial to go to
the sound eld.
When the sound icon ashes, turn the dial to toggle the
sound on and off, then press Start to save the change.
Audible safety and error message alerts cannot be turned off.
Adjust and save custom
cooking times and
temperatures.
Changes to the cooking time, temperature and pressure
level are saved once the Smart Programme begins.
See Cooking for more information.
On-the-y changes to
cooking settings.
Once a Smart Programme has started, press the dial to
enter the cooking settings.
Turn the dial to adjust settings, then press the dial to
conrm your changes and go to the next eld.
When you’re happy with the settings, touch Start to
conrm your changes and resume cooking.
Changes made during cooking are not saved to memory.
Delay the start of cooking.
Default time Time range
6 hours
(06:00)
10 minutes to 24 hours
(00:10 to 24:00)
Select and set up an applicable Smart Programme.
After programming the Smart Programme, touch Delay
Start.
When the time ashes, turn the dial to adjust the delay
time as needed.
Touch Start to begin the delay countdown.
Delay Start cannot be used with Sauté, Yogurt, Sous Vide or Steam.
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Settings
Setting Description
Reset an individual
Smart Programme.
When in standby, touch and hold the Smart Programme
button you want to reset for 5 seconds.
The Smart Programme’s cooking time, pressure level and/
or temperature are restored to the factory default setting.
The Fav 5 programmes cannot be reset individually.
Reset all Smart
Programmes.
When in standby, touch and hold Cancel until the
multicooker beeps.
All Smart Programme cooking times, pressure levels and/
or temperatures are restored to factory default settings.
Pressure control features (Your little bag of tricks!)
See Care, cleaning and storage for installation and removal of parts.
Pressure cooking lid
What we love about it What you should know about it
When you close the lid (over the handles
on the new inner pot!), it automatically
sets to Seal for seriously easy pressure
cooking.
The lid handle is comfortable to use
whether you’re left or right-handed,
and it stands up in the multicooker base!
When it’s plugged in, the Pro plays a little
jingle when you open and close the lid. :)
The lid is removable during non-pressure
cooking so you can taste-test as you go.
When pressure cooking, the lid only
locks into place once the multicooker
is pressurised. Try not to remove the
lid unnecessarily!
Removing the lid
01 Grip the lid handle and turn it anti-
clockwise to align the symbol on the
lid with the symbol on the rim of the
multicooker base.
02 Lift the lid up and off the multicooker
base towards your body.
See Releasing pressure: Venting methods
for safe depressurisation techniques.
Closing the lid
01 Align the symbol on the lid with the
symbol on the multicooker base, then
lower the lid onto the track.
02 Turn the lid clockwise until the symbol
on the lid aligns with the middle of
the control panel.
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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Pressure control features
QuickCool™
For the fastest Natural Release after pressure cooking, use the QuickCool tray*.
What we love about it What you should know about it
It’s a huge timer saver — you can release
pressure naturally up to 50% faster!
The metal portion of the lid gets
extremely hot, so don’t remove the
protective cover unless you’re using
QuickCool.
To use the QuickCool tray, ll it with ice or water and freeze it. Once frozen, remove the
protective cover from the pressure cooking lid and position the QuickCool tray on the
exposed metal of the lid.
When the oat valve drops into the lid, remove the QuickCool tray, discard the water and
open the lid. Use caution when removing the tray as some or all of the ice may have melted.
*QuickCool tray sold separately at instantpot.co.uk/accessories.
CAUTION
The lid will be hot during and after cooking. Do not touch the exposed metal with
bare skin to avoid injury.
Quick release switch
The quick release switch controls the steam release valve — the part that releases pressure.
What we love about it What you should know about it
It’s super easy to use, and keeps our
hands far away from the steam when the
multicooker is releasing pressure!
It automatically sets to Seal when you
close the lid, so make sure you move it to
Vent when you’re not pressure cooking.
Pressure control features
See Releasing pressure: Venting methods for safe depressurisation techniques.
Steam release assembly
The steam release assembly must be fully installed before use.
What we love about it What you should know about it
When the valve is venting,
the steam release cover
disperses the steam, so the
quick release of pressure is
soft and gentle.
When releasing pressure, steam travels up from the
inner pot, through the steam release pipe and out from
the top of the steam release valve — so it’s important to
keep the area clean and clear.
The steam release valve sits loosely on the steam
release pipe.
WARNING
Do not cover or block the steam release assembly in any way to avoid injury
and/or property damage.
Steam release cover
Steam release valve
Steam release pipe
Seal Position Vent Position
Seal
Vent
Seal
Vent

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Pressure control features
Anti-block shield
The anti-block shield prevents food particles from coming up
through the steam release pipe, which assists with pressure
regulation.
The anti-block shield is integral to product safety and necessary for
pressure cooking, so it must be installed before use.
Sealing ring
When the pressure cooking lid is closed, the sealing ring creates
an airtight seal between the lid and the inner pot.
The sealing ring must be installed before use.
Only one sealing ring should be installed in the lid
at a time.
Instant Tip: Silicone is porous, so it absorbs strong aromas
and certain avours. Keep extra sealing rings on hand to limit
the transfer of those aromas and avours between dishes.
Visit our store to start colour-coding your cooking!
CAUTION
Always check for cuts, deformation and correct installation before cooking,
as sealing rings stretch over time with normal use. If you notice stretching,
deformation or damage to your sealing ring, DO NOT use it.
Replace the sealing ring every 12 to 18 months or sooner, and only use
authorised Instant Pot sealing rings.
Failure to follow these instructions may cause food to discharge, which may lead
to personal injury or property damage.
Pressure control features
Pressurised
The oat valve has visibly popped
up above the surface of the lid.
Depressurised
The oat valve has dropped
and the top is ush with the lid or below.
Float valve
The oat valve lets you know when there is pressure in the multicooker (pressurised) or not
(depressurised). It appears in 2 positions:
The oat valve and silicone cap work together to seal in pressurised steam. These parts
must be installed before use. Do not attempt to operate the Instant Pot without the oat
valve properly installed. Do not touch the oat valve during use.
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.

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Cooking
Smart programme overview
Smart
Programme Cooking pre-sets Pressure
levels Tips
Pressure
Cook
Custom, Chicken, Sterilise, Pasta,
Beef, Soup, Egg, Beans
Low
High
It is recommended that you use
timed Natural Release or follow
recipes for the best outcome.
Rice/Grain Custom, White Rice, Brown Rice Low
High
Steam Custom —
This is a non-pressure steam
programme which is great for
cooking delicate foods such as
courgettes and broccoli.
Sauté Custom —
Level 1 to 5 works like your hob sauté
pan where 5 is the highest heat for
browning, and 1 is the lowest heat
for simmer.
Slow Cook Custom, Chicken,
Beef, Beans, Soup —
Works just like a traditional slow
cooker. Ensure cooking time is set to
4 hours or more for optimal results.
Caution: Cooking for less than 3
hours will result in uncooked food.
Sous Vide Custom, Chicken,
Beef, Eggs —
Yogurt Custom —
Bake Custom, Cheesecake, Bread
None
Low
High
Keep
Warm —
Custom,
Low
High
Cooking
The Instant Pot Pro is amazingly versatile in the kitchen. No matter what kind of cooking you
want to do, the Pro has you covered.
CAUTION
Always inspect the lid and inner pot carefully to make sure they are clean and in
good working condition before use.
• To avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance, replace the inner pot if it is
dented, distorted or damaged.
• Use only authorised Instant Pot inner pots made for this model when cooking.
Always make sure the heating element is clean and dry before inserting the inner
pot into the multicooker base.
Failure to follow these instructions may damage the multicooker. Replace
damaged parts to make sure it is safe to use.
WARNING
DO NOT ll inner pot higher than the
Max PC Fill line as indicated on the
inner pot to avoid personal injury and/or
property damage.
When cooking foods that expand
(e.g., rice, beans, pasta) do not ll the
inner pot higher than the Half Fill line
as indicated on the inner pot.
Always cook with the inner pot in place.
DO NOT pour food or liquid into the
multicooker base. To avoid risk of
personal injury and/or property damage,
place food and liquid ingredients in the
inner pot, then insert the inner pot into
the multicooker base.
CAUTION
When cooking meat, always use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal
temperature reaches a safe minimum temperature. Refer to the WHO (World
Health Organization) and/or review your local government’s food safety
recommendations for more information.

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Cooking Cooking
Smart
Programme
Cooking
pre-sets
Default
pressure
Default
cooking times Time range
Pressure
Cook
Custom High 10 minutes
(00:10)
1 minute to 8 hours
(00:01 to 08:00)
Pasta High 1 minute
(00:01)
1 minute to 1 hour
(00:01 to 01:00)
Soup High 30 minutes
(00:30)
1 minute to 4 hours
(00:01 to 04:00)
Chicken High 10 minutes
(00:10)
Beef High 30 minutes
(00:30)
Beans High 20 minutes
(00:20)
Egg High 5 minutes
(00:05)
1 minute to 10 minutes
(00:01 to 00:10)
Sterilise High 10 minutes
(00:10)
1 minute to 30 minutes
(00:01 to 00:30)
Rice/Grain
Custom Low 12 minutes
(00:12)1 minute to 1 hour
(00:01 to 01:00)
Brown Rice High 30 minutes
(00:30)
White Rice Low 12 minutes
(00:12)
1 minute to 30 minutes
(00:01 to 00:30)
Pressure Cook and Rice
Jump start magic! These programmes use pressurised steam to cook food quickly, evenly
and thoroughly, for delicious results every time!
For the best pressure cooking results, always follow an authorised Instant Pot recipe or our
tried, tested and true pressure cooking timetables which feature grain-to-water ratios for
preparing a variety of rice and grains.
Choose from 2 pressure levels, depending on the Smart Programme.
Pressure level Suggested use Notes
Low 30 – 50 kPa
(5.8 – 7.2 psi)
Fish and seafood, soft vegetables and rice.
Also for canning of high-acid foods.
When pressure cooking,
the pressure level
controls the cooking
temperature, so a
higher pressure results
in a higher cooking
temperature.
High 70 – 90 kPa
(10.2 – 11.6 psi)
Eggs, meat, poultry, root vegetables, oats,
beans, grains, bone broth, stew, chilli.
Pressure cooking liquids should be water-based, such as broth, stock, soup or juice.
If using tinned, condensed or cream-based soup, add liquid as directed below.
Instant pot size Minimum liquid for pressure cooking*
5.7 Litres 375 mL (1½ cups)
7.6 Litres 500 mL (2 cups)
*Unless otherwise specied in recipe.
Instant Tip: Use the steam rack to heat food evenly, prevent nutrients from leeching
into the cooking liquid, allow oil and grease to drip off the food, and prevent food
from scorching the bottom of the inner pot.
CAUTION
To avoid scorching or scalding injury, be careful when pressure cooking with more
than ~ 60 mL (1/4 cup) of oil, oil-based sauces, condensed cream-based soups
and thick sauces. Add suitable liquid to thin down sauces. Avoid recipes that call
for more than ~ 60 mL (1/4 cup) of oil or fat content.
Stage 1: Setting up the Pro for pressure
cooking
01 Add food and liquid to the inner pot as
indicated in your recipe.
Insert the inner pot into the multicooker
base.
02 Place and close the pressure cooking
lid as described in Pressure control
features: Pressure cooking lid.
Stage 2: Pressure cooking
01 Touch the Smart Programme you want
to use: Pressure Cook or Rice.
02 When Custom ashes, turn the dial to
toggle through the pre-set cooking
options.
Press the dial to make your selection
and go to the next eld.
03 When the pressure level ashes, turn
the dial to toggle through the options.
Press the dial to conrm your choice
and go to the next eld.
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Cooking Cooking
04 When the time ashes, turn the dial to
adjust the cooking time as directed by
your recipe.
Press the dial to conrm the change
and go to the next eld.
Customisations are saved to the Smart
Programme when cooking begins.
05 When Reminder ashes, turn the dial
to toggle between vent reminder
options. See Control panel for more
information.
Press the dial to conrm your choice.
06 Touch Start to begin.
The display shows On and the cooking
progress bar shows Pre-heating.
Stage 3: Releasing pressure
01 When Cooking nishes, the display
shows End if Keep Warm is turned off.
If Keep Warm is on, the timer begins
counting from 00:00 up to 10 hours
(10:00).
Food should not be kept warm for
more than 10 hours. If cooking thick or
starchy foods, heat may not dissipate
evenly. To ensure food safety, stir the
contents of thicker dishes every 40 to
60 minutes.
If you have set a 5 or 10 minute vent
reminder, the reminder timer begins to
count down.
02 When you’re ready, follow your recipe’s
instructions to choose a venting
method.
See Releasing Pressure for information
on safe venting techniques
03 Wait for the oat valve to drop, then
carefully open and remove the lid as
described in Pressure control features:
Pressure cooking lid.
04 Using proper hand protection, remove
the inner pot from the multicooker
base, discard the water and thoroughly
dry the inner pot.
A delay start timer can be set to
automatically start pressure cooking while
you're in bed, working, running errands or
busy with other dishes. To set a delay start
timer, see Control panel: Settings.
Pressure Cook and Rice Steam (non-pressurised)
The Steam programme works in 2 ways: like a standard hob steamer, boiling liquid
to cook food with hot steam, and, as a sanitisation chamber for glass and plastics.
Note: please refer to manufacturer's instructions on the time and temperature for
sanitisation.
Instant Tip: When steaming, use the multi-functional rack to keep food out of the
boiling liquid.
Smart
Programme
Cooking
pre-sets
Default
temperature
Default
cooking times Temperature range Time range
Steam Custom
High 30 minutes
(00:30)
Low
83°C / 181°F
High
100°C / 212°F
(Not adjustable)
1 minute to 1 hour
(00:01 to 01:00)
Low
CAUTION
The inner pot and accessories will be hot during and after cooking. Always use
appropriate hand protection when handling a hot inner pot to avoid injury and/or
property damage.
NOTICE
The oat valve should not rise during Steam. If the oat valve rises, make sure
the quick release switch is set to Vent.
NOTICE
If there is steam in the inner pot, you may notice some resistance when replacing
the lid. Allow the lid to settle into the track completely before closing it.

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Cooking Cooking
Sauté
Like using a frying pan, griddle or at-top grill, use Sauté to simmer, reduce and thicken
liquids, stir-fry meals, and to caramelise vegetables and sear meat before or after using
other cooking methods.
Instant Tip: If you prefer, you can use the inner pot on any electric, ceramic, gas or
induction hob. The silicone-grip handles make it easy to hold onto and stir without
slipping!
Stage 1: Setting up the Pro for steaming
01 Add water to the inner pot.
Insert the inner pot into the multicooker
base.
02 Place steam rack in inner pot and add
food on top.
03 Place and close the pressure cooking
lid as described in Pressure control
features: Pressure cooking lid.
For easy access, or, if you want to watch
your food while it cooks, any glass lid
with a venting hole will do.
Stage 2: Steam cooking
01 Touch Steam.
02 When Custom ashes, turn the dial to
toggle through the pre-set cooking
options.
Press the dial to make your selection
and go to the next eld.
03 When the temperature ashes, turn the
dial to toggle between High and Low
temperature.
Press the dial to make your selection
and go to the next eld.
04 When the time ashes, turn the dial to
adjust the cooking time.
05 Touch Start to begin.
The display shows On and the cooking
progress bar shows Pre-heating.
06 When the Pro reaches the target
temperature, the progress bar moves
over to Cooking and the timer counts
down.
07 When the Smart Programme is
complete, the display shows End.
Automatic Keep Warm cannot be used with
Steam.
The use of a trivet or other Instant
Pot authorised accessories is
recommended for steaming.
Steam
Stage 1: Setting up the Pro for Sauté
01 Insert the inner pot into the multicooker
base. Do not use a lid.
02 Touch Sauté.
03 When Custom ashes, press the dial to
select it and go to the next eld.
04 When the temperature ashes, turn the
dial to toggle between High, Low and
Custom temperature.
To set a custom temperature, select
Custom, then turn the dial to toggle
through 5 temperature levels. The
display shows LE 1 (the lowest
temperature) to LE 5 (the highest
temperature). These levels are similar to
the temperature levels on your hob.
Press the dial to make your selection
and go to the next eld.
05 When the time ashes, turn the dial to
adjust the cooking time.
06 Touch Start to begin.
The display shows On and the cooking
progress bar shows Pre-heating.
Stage 2: Sautéing
01 When the Pro reaches the target
temperature, the progress bar moves
over to Cooking and the display
shows Hot for a few moments before
switching over to the countdown timer.
02 Add ingredients to the inner pot.
If your food ingredients are added
before the inner pot has reached the
target temperature, the Hot message
may not appear. This is normal.
03 If the ingredients are fully cooked
before the time runs out, touch
Cancel to end the Smart Programme;
otherwise, when the Smart Programme
nishes, the display shows End.
Automatic Keep Warm is not available
on Sauté.
Delay Start and automatic Keep Warm
cannot be used with Sauté.
Smart
Programme
Cooking
pre-set
Default
temperature
Default
cooking time
Temperature
range Time range
Sauté Custom High 30 minutes
(00:30)
Custom
Low
High
1 minute to 1 hour
(00:01 to 01:00)

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Cooking
WARNING
The Sauté Smart Programme reaches high temperatures. If left unmonitored, food
may burn on this setting. DO NOT use a lid and DO NOT leave the multicooker
unattended while using Sauté.
Deglazing
Sautéing meat and vegetables before pressure cooking is the perfect way to boost
avours, as sugars caramelise from the high heat of the Sauté Smart Programme.
Deglazing the inner pot lets you unlock those avours in amazing sauces, gravies
and more.
To deglaze, remove food items from the inner pot and add a thin liquid, like water, broth
or wine to the hot surface. Use a wooden or silicone scraper to lift up any food stuck to
the bottom of the inner pot and stir it into the liquid.
Cooking
Slow Cook
The Slow Cook programme is comparable to a traditional slow cooker, so you can keep
using all your old family favourites!
Smart
Programme
Cooking
pre-sets
Default
temperature
Default
cooking times Time range Tips
Slow Cook
Custom High 4 hours
(04:00)30 minutes to
99 hours and
30 minutes
(00:30 to
99:30)
Dishes should cook
for at least 3 hours
(03:00) unless
otherwise stated in
your recipe.
Chicken High
Beef High 6 hours
(06:00)
Soup High
Beans High 8 hours
(08:00)
Stage 1: Setting up the Pro for slow
cooking
01 Add food and liquid ingredients to the
inner pot according to your recipe.
Insert the inner pot into the multicooker
base.
02 Place and close the pressure cooking
lid as described in Pressure control
features: Pressure cooking lid.
The pressure cooking lid is removable
throughout the cooking process for
easy access, or, if you want to watch
your food while it cooks, any glass lid
with a venting hole will do.
Stage 2: Slow cooking
01 Touch Slow Cook.
02 When Custom ashes, turn the dial to
toggle through the pre-set cooking
options.
Press the dial to make your selection
and go to the next eld.
03 When the temperature ashes, turn the
dial to toggle between High and Low
temperature.
Press the dial to make your selection
and go to the next eld.
04 When the time ashes, turn the dial to
adjust the cooking time.
05 Touch Start to begin.
The progress bar shows Pre-heating
and the timer starts counting down
immediately.
06 When the Pro reaches the target
temperature, the progress bar moves
over to Cooking.
07 When Cooking nishes, the display
shows End if Keep Warm is turned off.
If Keep Warm is on, the timer begins
counting from 00:00 up to 10 hours (10:00).
A delay start timer can be set to
automatically start slow cooking while
you're in bed, working, running errands or
busy with other dishes. To set a delay start
timer, see Control panel: Settings.
NOTICE
The oat valve should not rise during Slow Cook. If the oat valve rises, move the
quick release switch to Vent.

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Cooking
Sous Vide
Sous Vide cooking involves cooking food underwater, in an airtight, food-safe bag,
for a long period of time. Food cooks in its own juices and comes out delicious and
unbelievably tender.
Smart
Programme
Cooking
pre-sets
Default
temperature
Default
cooking times Time range
Sous Vide
Custom 60°C
140°F
3 hours
(03:00)
30 minutes to
99 hours and 30 minutes
(00:30 to 99:30)
Chicken 60°C
140°F
2 hours
(02:00)10 minutes to
99 hours and 30 minutes
(00:10 to 99:30)
Beef 54°C
130°F
2 hours
(02:00)
Egg 70°C
145°F
30 minutes
(00:30)
10 minutes to 24 hours
(00:10 to 24:00)
You’ll need:
• Tongs
• Thermometer
• Food safe, airtight, re-sealable food pouches, or
• Vacuum sealer and food-safe vacuum bag
Cooking
Sous Vide
CAUTION
Do not overll the inner pot to avoid damage to the multicooker. Total contents
(water and food pouches) should leave at least 5 cm of headspace between the
water line and the brim of the inner pot.
Step 1: Set up the sous vide water bath
01 Fill the inner pot to the Half Fill mark
as indicated on the pot, then insert it
into the multicooker base.
02 Place and close the pressure cooking
lid as described in Pressure control
features: Pressure cooking lid.
The pressure cooking lid is removable
throughout the cooking process for
easy access.
Step 2: Setting up the Pro for sous vide
cooking
01 Touch Sous Vide.
02 When Custom ashes, turn the dial to
toggle through the pre-set cooking
options.
Press the dial to make your selection
and go to the next eld.
03 When the temperature ashes, turn
the dial to set a custom temperature.
Press the dial to make your selection
and go to the next eld.
04 When the time ashes, turn the dial to
adjust the cooking time.
05 Touch Start to begin.
The display shows On and the
progress bar shows Pre-heating.
Step 3: Get food ready
01 While the water heats, start by
seasoning your food as desired.
See Ingredients and Seasonings
on next page for tips!
02 When you’re ready, separate each
serving of food into individual
pouches.
03 Remove all air from the pouches
and seal them tightly.
Step 4: Cook ‘em up!
01 Once the water bath is ready, the
display shows Hot for a few moments
before switching over to the
countdown timer.
02 Remove the lid and carefully immerse
the sealed pouches.
The food in the pouches should be
immersed, so add heated water to the
inner pot any time it’s needed, but, if
you’re using a re-sealable bag, make
sure the seal stays above the water.
03 Place and close the pressure cooking
lid as described in Pressure control
features: Pressure cooking lid.
04 When the Smart Programme is
complete, the display shows End.
Open the multicooker and use your
tongs to carefully remove the pouches
from the hot water.
05 Open the pouches and use a
thermometer to check for “doneness”.