InstantPot DUOTM NOVA Guide

Important Safeguards
Care & Cleaning
Troubleshooting
Warranty
Contact Information
Safety,
Maintenance
& Warranty
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DUOTM NOVA
Multi-Use Pressure Cooker

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Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed:
1. READ THE GETTING STARTED GUIDE AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS,
SAFEGUARDS AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THE APPLIANCE.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY
RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
2. Do not let children near the pressure cooker when in use. Children shall
not play with the appliance.
3. Do not put the pressure cooker into a heated oven.
4. Move the pressure cooker under pressure with the greatest care. Do
not touch hot surfaces. Use the handles and knobs. If necessary, use
protection.
5. Do not use the pressure cooker for a purpose other than the one for
which it is intended.
6. This appliance cooks under pressure. Scalds may result from
inappropriate use of the pressure cooker. Make sure that the cooker
is properly closed before applying heat. Refer to the “Getting Started
Guide”.
7. Never force open the pressure cooker. Do not open before making sure
that its internal pressure has completely dropped. Refer to the “Getting
Started Guide”.
8. Never use your pressure cooker without adding water, this would
seriously damage it.
9. Donotllthecookerbeyond2/3ofitscapacity.Whencookingfoodstuffs
which expand during cooking, such as rice or dehydrated vegetables, do
notllthecookertomorethanhalfofitscapacity.
10. Use the appropriate heat source(s) according to the “Getting Started
Guide”.
11. After cooking meat with a skin (such as ox tongue), which may swell under
the effect of pressure, do not prick the meat while the skin is swollen; you
might be scalded.

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Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
12. The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use, do not
touch.
13. When cooking doughy food, gently shake the cooker before opening the
lid to avoid food ejection.
14. Before each use, check that the valves are not obstructed. Refer to the
“Getting Started Guide”.
15. Never use the pressure cooker in its pressurized mode for deep or
shallow frying of food.
16. Do not tamper with any of the safety systems beyond the maintenance
instructionsspeciedintheinstructionsforuse.
17. Only use the Instant Pot spare parts and accessories in accordance with
the relevant model. In particular, use a body and a lid from the same
manufacturer indicated as being compatible.
18. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. If the
supply cord is damaged, users should contact Customer Care for further
assistance.
19. For household use only. Not intended for commercial or outdoor use.
20. Be aware that certain foods, such as apple sauce, cranberries, pearl
barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb,
or spaghetti can foam, froth and clog the steam release. These foods
should not be cooked under pressure cooking settings unless as directed
in Instant Pot cooker recipes.
21. This appliance should not be used by children; by individuals whose
physical, sensory or mental abilities prevent safe use of the appliance; or
by individuals with limited knowledge of how to use a pressure cooker.
Close supervision is needed when using this appliance near these
individuals.
22. The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external
timer or a separate remote-control system.

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Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
23. Do not immerse the cooker base in water. To protect against electrical
shock, do not immerse the cord, power plug, or cooker base in any liquid.
24. Always make sure the sealing ring is completely set in the groove on the
inside of the sealing ring rack.
25. Avoid spillage on the connector.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND THE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE IS A
MISUSE OF YOUR APPLIANCE THAT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CREATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY.
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 instructions can cause electrical shock and/or death.
WARNING
To avoid injury, read and understand instruction manual before using this machine.
Special Cord Set Instructions
As per CE safety requirements, a short power supply cord is provided to reduce the
hazards resulting from grabbing, 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 (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible.
Product Specifications
Duo Nova Mini 3 Litres 700 watts 220-240V~
50/60Hz 4.08 kg cm: 29.2L × 25.9W × 27.9H
Duo Nova 60 5.7 Litres 1000 watts 220-240V~
50/60Hz 5.53 kg cm: 34L × 31W × 31.7H
Duo Nova 80 8 Litres 1200 watts 220-240V~
50/60Hz 7.25 kg cm: 37.6L × 34.3W × 36.8H

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Unplug your Instant Pot and let it cool before cleaning. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly
before use.
Part Instruction Cleaning Method
Accessories
• Steam Rack
• Condensation Collector
• Wash after each use.
• Never use harsh chemical detergents, powders or
scouring pads on accessories.
• For dishwasher, place on top rack.
• Empty and rinse condensation collector after each use.
Dishwasher Safe
& Hand Washable
Lid & Parts
• Anti-Block Shield
• Sealing Rings
• Steam Release Valve
• Float Valve
• Float Valve Silicone Cap
• Wash after each use with hot water and mild dish soap
and allow to air dry, or place in top rack of dishwasher.
• Remove all small parts from lid before washing
• With steam release valve and anti-block shield
removed, clean interior of steam release pipe to
prevent clogging.
• To drain water from the lid after dishwashing, grasp the
lid handle and hold the lid vertically over a sink, then
turn it 360°— similar to turning a steering wheel.
• After cleaning, store the lid upside down on the
cooker base.
• Store sealing rings in a well-ventilated area to decrease
residualodorofavorfulmeals.Toeliminateodors,
add 1 cup (8 oz / 250 mL) water and 1 cup (8 oz / 250
mL) white vinegar to inner pot, and run Pressure Cook
for 5-10 minutes, then QR pressure.
Inner Pot
• More acute hard water staining may require a vinegar
dampened sponge and some scrubbing.
If there is tough or burned food residue at the bottom,
soak in hot water for a few hours for easy cleaning.
• Wash after each use
• Ensure all exterior surfaces are dry before placing in
cooker base.
Detachable Power Cord
(3L & 5.7L models are
detachable)
• Use a barely-damp cloth to wipe any particles off
power cord.
Damp Cloth Only
Cooker Base
• Wipe the inside of the outer pot as well as the
condensation rim with a barely-damp cloth, and allow
to air dry.
• Clean cooker base and control panel with a soft,
barely-damp cloth or sponge.
Care & Cleaning
WARNING
Ensure heating element
remains dry at all times.
Do not immerse cooker base
in water or attempt to cycle
through dishwasher.
Do not submerge power cord at
any time. Do not wet prongs of power cord.

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Problem Possible Reason Solution
Difculty closing
lid
Sealing ring not properly installed Reposition sealing ring, ensure it is snug
behind sealing ring rack.
Float valve in the popped-up position Gentlypresstheoatvalvedownwardwitha
long utensil.
Contents in cooker are still hot
Turn steam release handle to “Venting”
position, then lower lid onto cooker base
slowly, allowing heat to dissipate.
WARNING
Difculty opening
lid
Pressure inside the cooker
Release pressure according to recipe; only
openlidafteroatvalvehasdroppeddown.
Contents may be under pressure; to avoid
scalding injury, do not attempt to force lid
open.
Float valve stuck at the popped-up
position due to food debris or residue
Ensure steam is completely released by quick
releasingpressure,thenpressoatvalve
gently with a long utensil.
Open lid cautiously and thoroughly clean
oatvalve,surroundingarea,andlidbefore
next use.
Inner pot is
stuck to lid when
cooker is opened
Cooling of inner pot may create suction,
causing inner pot to adhere to the lid
To release the vacuum, turn steam release
handle to “Venting” position.
Steam leaks from
side of lid
No sealing ring in lid Install sealing ring.
Sealing ring damaged or not properly
installed Replace sealing ring.
Food debris attached to sealing ring Remove sealing ring and clean thoroughly.
Lid not closed properly Open, then close lid.
Sealing ring rack is warped or off-centre
Remove sealing ring from lid, check sealing
ring rack for bends or warps. Contact
Customer Care.
Inner pot rim may be misshapen Check for deformation and contact Customer
Care.
Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Reason Solution
Float valve does
not rise
Fooddebrisonoatvalveoroatvalve
silicone cap
Removeoatvalvefromlidandclean
thoroughly; perform “Initial Test Run” to
checkforfunctionandrecordndings.
Contact Customer Care.
Too little liquid in the inner pot
Check for scorching on bottom of inner pot;
remove if necessary.
Add thin, water-based liquid to inner pot
based on size:
3L - 1 cup | 5.7L - 1 1/2 cups
8L - 2 cups
Float valve silicone cap damaged or
missing Installorreplaceoatvalve.
Float valve obstructed by lid-locking
mechanism
Tapoatvalvewithalongutensil.Iftheoat
valve does not drop, turn the cooker off.
Contact Customer Care.
No heat in the inner pot Perform “Initial Test Run” to check for function
andrecordndings.ContactCustomerCare
Inner pot base may be damaged Perform “Initial Test Run” to check for function
andrecordndings.ContactCustomerCare.
Minor steam
leaking/hissing
from steam
release valve
during cook cycle
Steam release handle not in “Sealing”
position
Turn steam release handle to “Sealing”
position.
Cooker is regulating excess pressure This is normal; no action required.
Steam gushes
from steam
release valve
when steam
release handle
is in “Sealing”
position
Not enough liquid in the inner pot
Add thin, water-based liquid to inner pot
based on size:
3L - 1 cup | 5.7L - 1 1/2 cups
8L - 2 cups
Pressure sensor control failure Contact Customer Care.
Steam release handle not seated
properly
Turn steam release handle to “Sealing”
position.
Display remains
blank after
connecting the
power cord
Bad power connection or no power
Inspect power cord for damage. If damage is
noticed, contact Customer Care.
Check outlet to ensure it is powered.
Cooker’s electrical fuse has blown Contact Customer Care.

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Reason Solution
Error code
appears on
display and
cooker beeps
continuously
C1
C2
C6
C6H
C6L
Faulty sensor Contact Customer Care.
C5
Temperature is too high
because inner pot is not
placed in the cooker
base
Press Cancel and wait for heating element to
cool; ensure there are no foreign objects in
cooker base; insert or reposition inner pot in
cooker base and re-enter commands.
Temperature is too high
because there is no
water in inner pot
Check for scorching on bottom of inner pot;
remove if necessary.
Add thin, water-based liquid to inner pot
based on size:
3L - 1 cup | 5.7L - 1 1/2 cups
8L - 2 cups
C7
or
NoPr
Heat element has failed Contact Customer Care
Not enough liquid
Add thin, water-based liquid to inner pot
based on size:
3L - 1 cup | 5.7L - 1 1/2 cups
8L - 2 cups
Steam release handle is
in the “Venting” position
Turn steam release handle to “Sealing”
position.
Lid
Lid is not in the correct
position for the selected
program
Open and close the lid.
Do not use a lid when using Sauté.
OvHt /
Burn /
Food burn
High temperature
detected at bottom
of inner pot; cooker
automatically reduces
temperature to avoid
overheating
Starch deposits at the bottom of the inner pot
may have blocked heat dissipation.
Turn the cooker off, release pressure
according to the recipe, and inspect the
bottom of the inner pot.
PrSE
Pressure has
accumulated during a
non-pressure cooking
program
Turn steam release handle to “Venting”
position..
Occasional
clicking or light
cracking sound
The sound of power switching and
expanding pressure board when
changing temperatures
This is normal; no action needed.
Bottom of the inner pot is wet
Wipe exterior surfaces of inner pot. Ensure
heating element is dry before inserting inner
pot into cooker base.
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

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Warranty
Limited Warranty
This Limited Warranty is issued by Corelle Brands (Australia) Pty Ltd (Corelle Brands Australia) and is effective for one year from the
date of original consumer purchase. Proof of original purchase date and return of your appliance is required to obtain service under
this Limited. Return of your appliance to us will be done in accordance with our instructions only. Provided that this appliance is
operated and maintained in accordance with written operating instructions attached to or furnished with the appliance or published
operating instructions on www.instantpot.com.au, Corelle Brands Australia will, in its sole and exclusive discretion, either: (i) repair
defects in materials or workmanship; or (ii) replace the appliance. In the event that your appliance is replaced, the Limited Warranty
on the replacement appliance will expire 12 months from the date of original consumer purchase.
We remind you the appliance you purchased is for personal use only (not commercial use).
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modication/alterationorattemptedmodication/alterationwasexpresslyauthorizedbyaCorelleBrandsAustraliaRepresentative
in writing.
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products, equipment, components, or devices that you use or may use in conjunction with the Corelle Brands Australia’s appliances.
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3. If it is necessary for the appliance to be sent to Corelle Brands Australia for repair or replacement, Corelle Brands
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is covered under this Limited Warranty, Corelle Brands Australia will repair and return the appliance, or send you a
replacement appliance, at Corelle Brands Australia’s cost.
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period or ninety (90) days following your receipt of the replacement or repaired appliance, whichever is greater.
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 isinworkingorder,orifproofofpurchaseisnotveried,CorelleBrandsAustraliareservestherighttoreturnthe
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appliance or part shall in no circumstances exceed the purchase price of a comparable replacement appliance or part of the same
age.
This Limited Warranty does not cover:
1. Damageresultingfromaccident,modication/alteration(unlessexpresslyauthorizedbyaCorelleBrandsAustralia
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attached to or furnished with the appliance or published operating instructions on www.instantpot.com.au, normal wear
and tear, commercial use, improper assembly by you or anyone, disassembly by you or anyone, repair by you or anyone,
 failuretoprovidereasonableandnecessarymaintenance,forcemajeureeventincludingbutnotlimitedtore,ood,acts
of God;
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to the written operating instructions attached to or furnished with the appliance or published operating instructions on
www.instantpot.com.au ; or
3. Use of unauthorized parts and accessories, or repairs to parts and systems resulting from unauthorized repairs or
 modications/alterationsmadetoyourappliance.
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that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if
the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
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