Page 2 - Table of contents
2 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.................................................................................. 4 Special cord set instructions ....................................................................................... 9 Product specificatio...
Page 4 - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS; WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 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. At Instant Brands ™ your safety always comes first. The Instant Pot ® Duo ™ wa...
Page 5 - Pressure control features: multicooker lid
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS instantpot.com.au | 5 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. 07 The removable inner pot can be extremely heavy when full of ingredients. Care should be ta...
Page 6 - control features: sealing ring
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 6 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 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. control features: sealing ring . • DO NOT attempt to force the lid off the Ins...
Page 8 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 8 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 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. 24 DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use. Never connect this appl...
Page 9 - Special cord set instructions; Find your model name and serial number; Model name; : Turn the multicooker base over — you’ll find this info on a sticker on
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS instantpot.com.au | 9 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. Special cord set instructions Per safety requirement, a short power supply cord is provided t...
Page 10 - Product, parts and accessories; See; Care, cleaning and storage: Removing and installing parts; to find out how; Top of lid
10 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Product, parts and accessories See Care, cleaning and storage: Removing and installing parts to find out how everything fits together. Top of lid Bottom of lid Stand the lid up in the multicooker base to keep it off your countertop! Insert the left or right lid ...
Page 11 - Inner pot
instantpot.com.au | 11 Product, parts and accessories (rear, 8L is hardwired) (3L and 5.7L only) (interior) Base power socket Detachable power cord Stainless-steel exterior Condensation rim Condensation collector (rear) Base handles Control panel Outer pot Heating element Inner pot Multicooker base ...
Page 12 - Get started; Initial set up; away; Is something missing or damaged?
12 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Get started Initial set up 01 Pull that Duo out of the box! 02 Remove the packaging material and accessories from in and around the multicooker. Make sure to check under the inner pot! 03 Wash the inner pot in a dishwasher or with hot water and dish soap. Rinse ...
Page 13 - have; exposed skin away from the steam release handle.; CAUTION; handling a hot inner pot.; DANGER; . Contents are under extreme pressure. Float
instantpot.com.au | 13 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 Duo prepares you for success in the kitchen! Take a few minutes to get to know how this baby works. Stage 1: Setting up the Duo for pressure cooking 01...
Page 14 - When pressure cooking, the Instant Pot goes through 3 stages.; Cooking
14 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Pressure cooking 101 Pressure cooking uses steam to raise the boiling point of water above 100ºC. These high temperatures allow you to cook food way faster than normal. When pressure cooking, the Instant Pot goes through 3 stages. Pre-heating What you see What y...
Page 15 - You; must; Venting methods; attempt to force the lid open; NOTICE
instantpot.com.au | 15 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 float valve drops into the lid before opening. Venting methods • Natural Release (NR o...
Page 16 - Timed natural release; use NR to safely release the remaining pressure.; Steam ejected from the steam release handle is hot.; DO NOT
16 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Releasing pressure 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 Carefully, quickly and confidently, turn the steam release handle to Venting and wai...
Page 17 - Control panel
instantpot.com.au | 17 Control panel 1 Smart Programmes Pressure cooking • Soup/Broth• Meat/Stew• Bean/Chili• Poultry• Rice• Multigrain• Porridge• Steam • Pressure Cook Non-pressure cooking • Slow Cook• Sauté• Yogurt• Keep Warm 2 Time display Shows the time in HH:MM format. Counts up or down, depend...
Page 18 - Settings; Setting
18 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Settings Setting Description Turn sound on When in standby, press and hold the + button until the display shows S On . Turn sound off. When in standby, press and hold the - button until the display shows SOFF . Audible safety and error message alerts cannot be t...
Page 20 - Status messages
20 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Status messages The Instant Pot is in standby mode, ready for action! May indicate that the lid is missing or is not properly secured. The multicooker is pre-heating. The Rice Smart Programme is running. The Yogurt Smart Programme is in the process of pasteurisi...
Page 21 - Pressure control features; Care, cleaning and storage; for installation and removal of parts.; Multicooker lid; What we love about it; then lower the lid onto the track.
instantpot.com.au| 21 Pressure control features See Care, cleaning and storage for installation and removal of parts. Multicooker lid What we love about it What you should know about it The lid was designed with lid fins that fit perfectly inside the handles on the left and right sides of the multic...
Page 22 - damaged sealing ring.; Do not cover or block the steam release handle in any way.; Steam release handle; It’s easy to tell when the handle is in the; for safe venting methods and information on pressurisation; Sealing ring
22 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Pressure control features CAUTION Only use authorised Instant Pot sealing rings. DO NOT use a stretched or damaged sealing ring. • Always check for cuts, deformation and correct installation of the sealing ring before cooking. • Sealing rings stretch over time w...
Page 23 - Float valve; The float valve has visibly popped; Depressurised; The float valve has; Do not touch the float valve during use
instantpot.com.au| 23 Pressure control features Float valve The float valve is a visual indication of whether there is pressure in the multicooker (pressurised) or not (depressurised). It appears in two positions: Pressurised The float valve has visibly popped up and is flush with the lid. Depressur...
Page 24 - Pressure cooking; Pressure level
24 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Pressure cooking Whether you’re a whiz in the kitchen or a complete newbie, these Smart Programmes help get you cooking with the touch of a button. • Soup/Broth• Meat/Stew • Bean/Chili• Poultry* • Rice• Multigrain*• Porridge• Steam• Pressure Cook *Not available ...
Page 25 - Instant pot size
instantpot.com.au | 25 Pressure cooking To create steam, pressure cooking liquids should be water-based, such as broth, stock, soup or juice. If using canned, condensed or cream-based soup, add water as directed below. Instant pot size Minimum liquid for pressure cooking 3 Litres 1 cup (250 mL) 5.7 ...
Page 26 - Smart programme breakdown
26 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Smart programme breakdown Smart Programmes Settings and defaults Soup/Broth Pressure Low (35–55 kPa / 5–8 psi) High (65–85 kPa / 9.4–12.3 psi) Setting Less Normal More Default cooking time (adjustable) 20 minutes (00:20) 30 minutes (00:30) 4 hours (04:00) Cookin...
Page 28 - Pressure cooking tips
28 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Pressure cooking tips Pressure cooking Smart Programme Setting What it's for Tips Soup/Broth Less Soup without meat. Liquid remains clear due to lack of boiling motion. Always use NR to release pressure when cooking soup with a high starch content. Normal Soup w...
Page 30 - temperature reaches a safe minimum temperature.; Pressure cooking grains; Rice and grain
30 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Pressure cooking CAUTION When cooking meat, always use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches a safe minimum temperature. Pressure cooking grains Download the free Instant Brands Connect app to search recipes, save favourites, make notes a...
Page 31 - Other cooking styles
instantpot.com.au | 31 Other cooking styles The Duo is much more than a multicooker. These Smart Programmes don’t cook with pressure, but are just as easy to use.• Slow Cook• Sauté• Yogurt Always inspect your Instant Pot multicooker lid, inner pot and multicooker base carefully to make sure they are...
Page 32 - Slow Cook
32 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Other cooking styles Slow Cook Slow Cook is compatible for use with any common slow cooker recipe, so you can keep cooking your classics! The float valve should not rise during Slow Cook. The lid is removable throughout the cooking process for easy access. If th...
Page 33 - Sauté
instantpot.com.au | 33 Other cooking styles Sauté Sauté can be used in place of a frying pan, griddle or flat-top grill. Setting Suggested Use Notes Less Simmering, thickening and reducing liquids. The display switching from Hot to On indicates the multicooker is maintaining the cooking temperature....
Page 34 - Deglazing the inner pot (pressure cooking after sauté); To deglaze; unattended while using Sauté.
34 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Other cooking styles Deglazing the inner pot (pressure cooking after sauté) Sautéing meat and vegetables before pressure cooking is the perfect way to boost flavours, as sugars caramelise from the high heat of the Sauté Smart Programme. When pressure cooking aft...
Page 35 - Yogurt
instantpot.com.au | 35 Other cooking styles Yogurt Yogurt is designed to effortlessly produce delicious fermented dairy and non-dairy recipes. Instant Pot Size Minimum Milk Volume Maximum Milk Volume 3 Litres 2 cups (500 mL) 1.9 Litres 5.7 Litres 4 cups (1 L) 3.8 Litres 8 Litres 6 cups (1.5 L) 5.8 L...
Page 36 - Using yogurt cups
36 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Other cooking styles Stage 2: Add starter culture 01 Allow pasteurised milk to cool to just below 43°C. 02 Add a starter culture to the milk according to package instructions.If using plain yogurt as a starter, make sure that it contains an active culture . Mix ...
Page 37 - Let all surfaces dry thoroughly before use, and before storage.
instantpot.com.au | 37 Care, cleaning and storage Clean your Duo and its parts after each use. Failure to follow these cleaning instructions may result in catastrophic failure, which may lead to property damage and/or severe personal injury. Always unplug your multicooker and let it cool to room tem...
Page 38 - to cycle it through the dishwasher.; Removing and installing parts; Silicone sealing ring; Remove the sealing ring
38 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Care, cleaning and storage WARNING The Instant Pot multicooker base contains electrical components. To avoid fire, electric leakage or personal injury, make sure the multicooker base stays dry.• DO NOT immerse the multicooker base in water or other liquid, or at...
Page 39 - Remove the steam release handle
instantpot.com.au| 39 Care, cleaning and storage Steam release handle Remove the steam release handle Pull the steam release handle up and off the steam release pipe. The steam release handle must be installed before using the multicooker. Install the steam release handle Place the steam release han...
Page 40 - Float valve and silicone cap; Remove the float valve; Condensation collector; Remove the condensation collector
40 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 Care, cleaning and storage Float valve and silicone cap Remove the float valve Place one finger on the flat top of float valve, then turn the lid over. Detach the silicone cap from the bottom side of the float valve. Remove the float valve from the top of the li...
Page 41 - Troubleshooting; Register your Instant Pot Duo today at
instantpot.com.au | 41 Troubleshooting Register your Instant Pot Duo today at instantpot.com.au/support/register. Get in touch with Customer Care by email at [email protected] or by phone at 1800 251 643 or (02) 9317 1000. Problem Possible reason Try this Occasional clicking or light cracking sound....
Page 44 - Warranty
44 | [email protected] | 1800 251 643 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 ...