InstantPot PRO CRISP User manual

PRO CRISP
MULTI-USE PRESSURE COOKER + AIR FRYER
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
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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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.
(Yes, we have to)
At Instant Brands™ your safety always comes rst. The Instant Pot® Pro
family was designed with your safety in mind, and we mean business. Check
out this Instant Pot’s long list of safety mechanisms on instantpot.com to
see what we mean.
As always, be cautious 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 Crisp pressure cooking lid or air fryer lid
with the Instant Pot Pro Crisp multicooker base. Using any other lids
may cause injury and/or damage.
03 The Pro Crisp air fryer lid is only compatible with the Instant Pot Pro
Crisp Series inner pot with easy-grip handles. Always use an inner pot
of the appropriate size. Failure to follow these instructions may lead to
burns or other injuries and/or damage.
04 For household use only. Not for commercial use. Do not use the
appliance for anything other than its intended use.
05 For countertop use only. Always operate the appliance on a stable,
non-combustible, level surface.
• DO NOT place the multicooker base on anything that may block the
vents on the bottom of the base.
• DO NOT cover or block the air vents on the air fryer lid while it is
in operation. Doing so will prevent even cooking and may cause
damage to the appliance. Leave at least 5″ / 13 cm of space around
the air fryer lid when in use.
• DO NOT operate the air fryer lid on or near combustible materials
such as tablecloths and curtains.

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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.
06 Heat from an external source will damage the appliance.
• DO NOT place the appliance on or close to a hot stove, a heated
oven, or upon another appliance.
• DO NOT use the appliance near water or ame.
• DO NOT use outdoors. Keep out of direct sunlight.
07 DO NOT touch the appliance’s hot surfaces. Only use the multicooker
base handles when carrying or moving the appliance, or the air fryer lid
handle when moving the lid.
• DO NOT move the multicooker when it is under pressure.
• DO NOT touch the metal portion of the pressure cooking lid when the
appliance is in operation; this could result in injury.
08 DO NOT touch hot accessories during or immediately after cooking.
• Always use proper hand protection and use extreme caution when
handling hot accessories or the hot inner pot.
• Always place hot accessories on a heat-resistant surface or cooking
plate.
09 The removable inner pot can be extremely heavy when full of
ingredients. Exercise care when lifting the inner pot from the
multicooker 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.
10 During pressure cooking, overlling the inner pot
causes a risk of clogging in the steam release pipe. This may lead to
developing excess pressure, which may result in burns, injury, and/or
property damage.
• 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.

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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.
11 This appliance cooks under pressure. Any pressure in
the appliance can be hazardous. Allow the appliance to depressurize
naturally or release all excess pressure before opening. Inappropriate
use may result in burns, injury and/or property damage. See Releasing
pressure for safe venting techniques.
• 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 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 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 lids, 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 for longer than 3 minutes during
Pre-heating or Cooking;
• If steam escapes from the sides of the pressure cooking lid, turn the
appliance off and make sure the sealing ring is properly installed. See
Pressure control features: sealing ring;
• DO NOT attempt to force the pressure cooking lid off the Instant Pot
multicooker base.
12 When pressure cooking food with a doughy or thick texture, or a high
fat/oil content, contents may splatter when opening the pressure
cooking lid. Follow recipe instructions for safe pressure release method.
See Releasing pressure.
13 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.

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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.
14 When using the air fryer lid, do not overll the air fryer basket.
Overlling may cause food to contact the heating element, which may
result in re and/or personal injury.
15 DO NOT touch accessories during or immediately after cooking. To
avoid personal injury,
• Always use proper hand protection when removing accessories, and
to handle the inner pot;
• Always place hot accessories on a heat-resistant surface or cooking
plate;
• Only place the air fryer lid on the protective pad provided; do not
place on countertop;
• Use extreme caution when disposing of hot grease.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury or property damage.
16 While using the air fryer lid, the internal temperature of the cooking
chamber reaches several hundred degrees. To avoid personal injury,
never place unprotected hands inside the cooking chamber until it has
cooled to room temperature.
17 DO NOT use this appliance for deep frying or pressure frying with oil.
18 When the air fryer lid is in operation, hot air is released
through the air vents. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from
the air vents and take extreme caution when removing hot accessories
from the appliance. Failure to do so may result in injury or property
damage.
19 Should the unit emit black smoke when using the air fryer lid, press
Cancel and unplug the appliance immediately. Wait for smoking to stop
before removing the lid, then clean thoroughly. For further information
see Troubleshooting.

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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.
20 Proper maintenance is recommended before and after each use:
• Check the steam release valve, steam release pipe, anti-block shield
and oat valve on the pressure cooking lid for clogging;
• Check the heating element and element cover on the air fryer lid for
grease and food debris;
• Before inserting the inner pot into the multicooker base, make sure
both parts are dry and free of food debris;
• Let the appliance cool to room temperature before cleaning or
storage.
See Care, cleaning and storage for more information.
21 To turn off, select 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, grasp the plug
and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
22 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 cords away from children.
23 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, chat, or by phone at 1-800-828-7280.
24 DO NOT use any parts, accessories or attachments not authorized 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 prevent personal injury and damage to the appliance,
only replace the sealing ring with an authorized Instant Pot sealing ring.
25 Avoid contact with moving parts as this may result in injury.

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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.
26 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.
27 DO NOT tamper with any of the safety mechanisms, as this may result
in injury or property damage.
28 The multicooker base and air fryer lid contain electrical components. To
avoid electrical shock:
• DO NOT put liquid of any kind into the multicooker base without the
inner pot in place;
• DO NOT immerse the multicooker base, the air fryer lid, or the power
cord or plug in water or other liquid;
• DO NOT rinse the multicooker base or air fryer lid under a tap.
29 DO NOT use the appliance in electrical systems other than 120 V~ 60
Hz for North America. Do not use with power converters or adapters.
30 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 use or play with this appliance.
31 DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use. Never connect
this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-control
system.
32 DO NOT store any materials in the multicooker base or inner pot when
not in use.
33 DO NOT place any combustible materials in the multicooker base or
inner pot, such as paper, cardboard, plastic, Styrofoam or wood.
34 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.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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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
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.
Product specications
Model:
Pro Crisp AF 8 1500 W 120 V ~ 60 Hz 8 Quarts / 7.6 Litres 26.2 lbs / 11.88 kg
Pro Crisp AF 8
With Pressure Cooker Lid:
in: 14.78 L × 12.57 W × 14.17 H
cm: 37.55 L × 31.94 W × 36 H
With Air Fryer Lid:
in: 14.78 L × 12.57 W × 15.35 H
cm: 37.55 L × 31.94 W × 39 H
Find your model name and serial number
Model name: Find it on the rating label on the back of the multicooker base, near the
power cord.
Serial number: The serial number is on the white sticker near the rating label.

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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS....................................................................................... 2
Special cord set instructions...................................................................................8
Product specications .............................................................................................8
Find your model name and serial number ..........................................................8
Product, parts and accessories ................................................................................ 11
Top of pressure cooking lid..................................................................................11
Bottom of pressure cooking lid ...........................................................................11
Air fryer lid...............................................................................................................12
Multicooker base ...................................................................................................13
Accessories .............................................................................................................13
Get started.................................................................................................................. 14
Initial set up.............................................................................................................14
Is something missing or damaged?....................................................................14
Initial test run (water test)......................................................................................15
Pressure cooking 101 ............................................................................................... 17
(Behind the magic curtain) ...................................................................................17
Releasing pressure .................................................................................................... 18
Venting methods....................................................................................................18
Control panel ............................................................................................................. 21
Status icons .............................................................................................................22
Cooking progress bar ...........................................................................................22
Status messages.....................................................................................................23
Settings....................................................................................................................23
Pressure control features (Your little bag of tricks!) ............................................. 25
Pressure cooking lid ..............................................................................................25
QuickCool™ ...........................................................................................................26
Quick release switch..............................................................................................26
Steam release assembly........................................................................................27

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Anti-block shield ....................................................................................................28
Sealing ring.............................................................................................................28
Float valve ...............................................................................................................29
Cooking with the pressure cooking lid .................................................................. 30
Pressure Cook.........................................................................................................31
Slow Cook ...............................................................................................................33
Steam ......................................................................................................................34
Sous Vide ................................................................................................................35
Keep Warm ............................................................................................................38
Cooking without a lid ............................................................................................... 39
Sauté........................................................................................................................39
Cooking with the air fryer lid................................................................................... 41
Using the air frying accessories ...........................................................................41
Air Fry, Roast and Bake..........................................................................................43
Cooking tips ...........................................................................................................45
Broil and Dehydrate ..............................................................................................46
Care, cleaning and storage ...................................................................................... 47
Storing the air fryer lid...........................................................................................49
Removing and installing parts..............................................................................50
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................ 53
Warranty ..................................................................................................................... 57
Contact ....................................................................................................................... 59

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Product, parts and accessories
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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Product, parts and accessories
Instant Tip: Stovetop-friendly
and oven-safe to 450°F!
The inner pot features a
cookware-grade impact
bonded tri-ply bottom, which
sounds complicated, but
really just means you can
use it just about anywhere —
from the multicooker base to
any electric, ceramic, gas or
induction cooktop.
Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Always refer to the actual product.
Air fryer lid
Top of air fryer lid
Bottom of air fryer lid
Inner pot
Element cover
Lid power pins
Heating element
(Beneath element cover)
Air intake
Air vent
Lid handle
Lid ns
Lid position marker
Fill line indicators
Easy-grip silicone
handles
Flat bottom

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Product, parts and accessories
Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Always refer to the actual product.
Multicooker base
Accessories
Protective pad and
storage cover
Air fryer basket base
Multi-level air fryer basket Multi-functional rack
Broil/dehydrating tray
Base power pad
Condensation collector
Condensation rim
Heating element
(interior)
Power cord
(rear)
Outer pot
Multicooker handle
Lid holder
Control panel
Stainless-steel exterior

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Get started
CAUTION
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, property damage
or personal injury.
Do not place the
appliance on a
stovetop or upon
another appliance.
Heat from an external
source will damage the
appliance.
To avoid risk of property
damage and/or personal
injury, do not place anything
on top of the appliance, and
do not cover or block the
steam release assembly or
anti-block shield, located on
the appliance lid.
Initial set up
You — yes, you — can do this! (It won’t bite!)
“The only real stumbling block is fear of failure. In cooking
you’ve got to have a what-the-hell attitude.” — Julia Child
01 Pull that Instant Pot Pro Crisp out of the box. (If you haven't already!)
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 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 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 Crisp on your stovetop — but don’t do it! Place
the multicooker base on a stable, level surface, away from combustible material and
external heat sources.
Is something missing or damaged?
Get in touch with a Customer Care Advisor through our chat widget at
instantpot.com/#chat, by email at [email protected] or by phone at
1-800-828-7280 and we’ll happily make some magic happen for you!
Feeling keen?
• Check out Product, parts and accessories to get to know your Instant Pot’s
components, then read over Pressure control features for an in-depth look.
• While you’re doing the Initial test run (water test), read over Pressure cooking 101
to nd out how the magic happens!

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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 Crisp prepares you for success in the kitchen! Take a few minutes to get to know how
this baby works.
Stage 1: Setting up the Pro Crisp for
pressure cooking
01 Remove the inner pot from the
multicooker base and add 3 cups
(750 mL / ~25 oz) of water to the inner
pot, then insert it back into the base.
02 Connect the power cord to a 120 V
power source.
The display shows OFF.
03 Place and close the pressure cooking
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 Select Pressure Cook.
02 Turn the dial to adjust the cook time
to 5 minutes (00:05).
Press the dial to conrm the change,
and go to the next eld.
Leave the pressure level at High.
Customizations made to the cook
time, temperature and pressure level
are saved to the Smart Program when
cooking begins.
03 Press Start to begin.
The display shows On and the
cooking progress bar shows
Pre-heating.
While the multicooker does its thing,
read Pressure cooking 101 to nd
out how the magic happens.
04 When the Smart Program ends, the
multicooker begins Keep Warm.
Press Cancel to end Keep Warm and
go back to standby.
Stage 3: Releasing pressure
01 Follow instructions for a Quick Release
in Releasing pressure: Venting
methods.
02 Wait for the oat valve to drop, then
carefully open and remove the lid
as described in Pressure control
features: Pressure cooking lid.
03 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 :)

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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
Pressurized steam releases through the
top of the steam release valve. Keep
exposed skin away from the steam
release valve to avoid burn injury.
The inner pot will be hot after cooking.
Always use appropriate heat protection
when handling a hot inner pot to avoid
burn injury.

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Pressure cooking 101
Pressure cooking uses steam to raise the boiling point of water above 100ºC / 212ºF.
These high temperatures allow you to cook food way faster than normal.
(Behind the magic curtain)
When pressure cooking, the Instant Pot Pro Crisp 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
preheats, it vaporizes
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 the multicooker to
pressurize 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.
It automatically maintains the
cooking pressure at High or
Low pressure throughout
cooking.
A higher pressure means a
higher temperature.
Smart Program settings
(e.g., cooking time,
pressure level, etc.) can
be adjusted at any time
during cooking.
Depressurization
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
pressurized 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!

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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
Pressurized Depressurized

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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 Crisp depressurizes naturally over time.
What to do What to expect
After cooking nishes, 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
Program ends.
Instant Tip: This is called “carryover cooking” or “resting”, and
it’s great for large cuts of meat.
The depressurization time may vary based upon 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 depressurize the multicooker after cooking high-starch foods (like
soups, stews, chilis, 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 eject through the
top of the steam release valve.
Seal
Vent
Seal
Vent

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Releasing pressure
NOTICE
Do not use QR when cooking fatty, oily, thick or high-starch foods (e.g., stews,
chilis, 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 eject 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.
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.