User Manual
LUX
Series
Table of Contents
Important Safeguards
Overview
Control and Features
Getting Started
Pressure Cooking
Non-Pressure Cooking
Cooking and Safety Tips
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting
Warranty
2 - 5
6
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23 - 25
26 - 27
Pictures in manual are for reference only. Please refer to actual product.
Important Safeguards
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using pressure cookers, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
1) Do not touch hot surfaces of pressure cooker. Use side handles for carrying.
2) Do not place the cooker on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
3) Intended for countertop use only.
5) Never deep fry or pressure fry in the cooker with oil.
6) Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
or has been damaged in any manner.
9) Do not open the cooker until the cooker has cooled and all internal pressure
do not force it open.
Please see “Getting Started” pages 12 - 14.
level warnings do not apply to non-pressure cooking programs.
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Important Safeguards
11) Make sure the steam release handle is in the Sealing position for all the pressure
cooking programs.
12) 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.
13) Do not immerse the cooker base in water. To protect against electrical shock, do not
press Keep Warm/Cancel, then remove plug from the wall outlet. Unplug from power
17) This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injuries.
Make certain the lid is properly closed before operating. Caution: To reduce the risk of
electric shock, cook only in removable containers. See “Getting Started” pages 12 - 14.
®
or recommended by the
Instant Pot
®
Company may cause the cooker to malfunction. Cook only in Instant Pot
®
stainless steel or ceramic non-stick inner pots for best results. Other brands may not
have the correct curvature to match the heating element.
19) Be aware that certain foods, such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal and
other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, and spaghetti can foam, froth,
sputter, and clog the steam release valve. These foods should not be cooked under
pressure cooking settings unless as directed in Instant Pot
®
recipes.
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before use.
the sealing ring.
Important Safeguards
When in operation or releasing pressure DO NOT place
unprotected skin over the steam release valve.
Do not move cooker when
it is in operation
UP.
DOWN when you open the lid.
Please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference.
WARNING: Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from
children. Never drape cord over edge of counter, never use power outlet below counter,
Special Cord Set Instructions
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cal outlet that is easily accessible.
Important Safeguards
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Volume Product Dimensions
Rated
Power
Inner Pot
Dimensions
Model
Volume
Product
Dimensions
Weight
3.9 kg
5.23 kg
Power
Supply
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Overview
Anti-block shield
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Steam release
handle
Float valve
marker
Cooker
handle
Control panel
Cooker base
Stainless steel
inner pot
To install:
Position the anti-block
shield in place and
push down
To remove:
Using your thumb, push the side of the
anti-block shield towards the lid rim and
shield should pop out
The control panel of your Instant Pot
®
+ / - keys to adjust time and
a Keep Warm/Cancel key.
Note that the Lux Mini does not have Cake and Multigrain programs. The
Pressure Cook program on Lux Mini is the same as the Manual program on other
Lux models.
Control and Features
Time Display
Mode Indicators
Cooking Program Keys
Time
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Perfect cooking results
with built-in automatic
programs
Control and Features
Sound
Press and hold the - key
for 3 seconds to
turn sound OFF.
Press and hold the + key
for 3 secounds to
turn sound ON
The Adjust key switches
cooking modes between
Less, Normal and More.
setting by pressing and
holding the Adjust key
for 3 seconds when
the cooker is in standby
mode.
The Delay Start key sets
the delayed time
before a cooking
program starts
The Keep Warm/Cancel
key ends a cooking
program at any time.
Once a cooking program
is selected, the Auto Keep
Warm function is ON by
default but it can be
turned OFF by pressing
the same cooking program
key again. The function
light indicator will turn OFF.
Instant Pot
®
is a programmed smart cooker that has preset cooking times for
To return to factory default settings, press Keep Warm/Cancel to return cooker to standby
mode displaying OFF, then press and hold the Adjust key for 3 seconds.
Cooking Program Options
Control and Features
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Soup without meat.
clear due to lack of boiling
motion under pressure
cooking.
Soup with meat.
Normal
More
Programs
Suggested Uses
Notes for Users
Modes
desired.
Normal
More
Denser moist cakes.
New York style cheesecakes.
Normal
More
Soft boiled eggs.
Pre-set times are intended
cooking time to account for
Medium boiled eggs.
Normal
More
Cake
1
Egg
Sauté
Simmering, thickening and
precaution.
Stir-frying.
Pan searing or browning meat.
Normal
More
Control and Features
Programs
Suggested Uses
Notes for Users
Modes
program. The Adjust and
+/- keys will not work in this
program.
Wild rice, brown rice, mung
beans, etc.
based on the type of grains
Wild rice, brown rice, mung
beans, etc.
grains and beans.
Normal
More
Oatmeal.
DO NOT
out and block the pressure
release valve. See page 17.
various rices and beans.
Normal
More
minutes of warm water
minutes of pressure
cooking.
Cooking Program Options
Slow Cook
Multigrain
1
Porridge
Normal
More
in some temperature
controlled slow cookers.
Non-pressure cooking
program. You may also use
the Instant Pot
®
glass lid as
an option.
Corresponds to MEDIUM
setting in some temperature
controlled slow cookers.
in some temperature
controlled slow cookers.
White rice of various types
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Control and Features
Use the steam rack
provided to elevate food
above the water. Use Quick
food from overcooking.
Programs
Suggested Uses
Notes for Users
Modes
Manual programming of
cooking time according to
your favourite recipes or
cooking habits.
Press the + / - keys to
change cooking time. The
Adjust key will not work in
this program.
Cooking Program Options
Fish and Seafood.
Meat.
Normal
More
Steam
Manual
2
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Cake and Multigrain cooking programs are not available on Lux Mini.
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The Manual program is the same as the Pressure Cook program on Lux Mini.
Pressure Cooking Programs:
Working Pressure: 10.2psi (70 kPa)
Pressure Release Pressure Limit: 15.22psi (105kPa)
Working Temperature: 113°C - 118°C (235°F ~ 244°F)
Non-Pressure Cooking Programs:
Keep Warm function: 63 - 78°C (145 ~ 172°F);
Slow Cook function: Less mode: 82-87.8°C / 180-190°F; Normal mode: 87.8-93°C / 190-200°F;
More mode: 93-99°C / 200-210°F;
Sauté function: Less mode: ~105°C (~221°F); Normal mode: ~169°C (~336°F); More mode: ~174°C
(~345°F)
warning cards from the cooker and accessories.
of the cooker by aligning the top of the collector with the guides on the cooker and press in.
Place the steam release handle on the lid.
Getting Started
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2
3
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Getting Started
1
2
3
5
a b c
Before using your Instant Pot
®
:
To remove the lid, hold the handle, turn the lid counterclockwise and lift.
Wipe the outside of the inner pot dry. Make sure there is no food debris on the
heating element.
correctly.
Make sure the sealing ring rack is completely set in the groove on the inside of the
sealing ring. Ensure there is no deformation on the sealing ring rack. Do not attempt
to repair a deformed ring rack.
To place lid, reverse Step 1. Place the lid on the cooker, align the mark on the lid
with the OPEN mark and turn clockwise to the CLOSE mark.
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Getting Started
and free of debris.
• Do not put the lid on for the Sauté program.
Instant Pot
®
Close the lid. Turn the steam release handle to Sealing position.
Press the Steam button and press the + / - keys to adjust
time to 2 minutes.
The preheating cycle will start after 10 seconds and the cooker will display On. Traces of
Steam program will begin after a few
minutes when working pressure is reached. The cooker will beep and automatically switch
to Keep Warm mode if the Auto Keep Warm function is ON.
*If anything seems to go wrong or if in doubt, refer to the troubleshooting guide on pages
23 - 25, or call the customer care team. Contact information on page 23.*
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2
3
Initial Test Run
Pressure Cooking
1
2
3
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Soup/Broth, Meat/Stew, Cake
1
, Egg, Rice,
Multigrain
1
, Porridge, Steam or Manual
2
.
Keep Warm/Cancel at any time to end
the program. The cooker then goes to standby mode.
Position the steam release handle to Sealing.
OFF, indicating that the
cooker is in standby mode.
Soup/Broth, Meat/Stew, Cake
1
, Egg, Rice, Multigrain
1
,
Porridge, Steam or Manual
2
.
1
Cake and Multigrain cooking programs are not available on LUX Mini.
2
The Manual program is the same as the Pressure Cook program on LUX Mini.
Pressure Cooking
Change the cooking time
To do this .... Press this button
Adjust
Select between three preset cooking times,
Normal, Less and More by pressing the
Adjust button repeatedly.
Followed by these steps...
+ / -
faster changes
Set the delayed cooking time Delay Start 1. Use the + / - buttons to set the hours
2. Press Delay Start again
3. Use the + / - buttons to set the minutes
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5
On to
indicate that the cooker has entered preheating cycle. If using Delay Start, the Delay
Start
On for the preheating cycle. Depending on the amount of food and its temperature, the
cooker enters the pressure cooking cycle and displays the remaining cooking time.
Keep Warm mode if the Auto Keep Warm function is turned ON
L0:02).
If Keep Warm/Cancel is not pressed,
the cooker will turn OFF
Pressure Cooking
Natural Release:
steam release valve).
Quick Release: Turn the steam release handle to the Venting position to let steam out
Natural Release
Press Keep Warm/CancelOFF, indicating that the cooker is in standby mode.
Open the lid. Make sure the float valve is down before opening the lid.
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Do not place hand over
steam release valve
Do not lean face over
cooker when it is in operation or
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Non-Pressure Cooking
Sauté, Slow Cook, and Keep Warm.
Sauté
OFF, indicating that the cooker is on standby.
Select the Sauté program.
To change the cooking temperature, press Adjust repeatedly to select
between Less Normal More
pan searing or browning meat).
The cooker beeps 3 On to indicate that
the cooker has entered the preheating cycle. When the working
Hot.
Keep Warm/Cancel
OFF, indicating that the cooker is in standby mode.
• Do not put the pressure cooker lid on when using the Sauté program. There will be
you have not pressed Keep Warm/Cancel.
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2
3
5
Non-Pressure Cooking
Slow Cook
You may use the Instant Pot
®
glass lid as an option. If using the pressure cooking lid, make
sure the steam release handle is turned to Venting.
OFF, indicating that the cooker is on standby.
Select the Slow Cook program.
1
2
3
Change the cooking time
To do this .... Press this button
+ / -
Followed by these steps...
Change the cooking
temperature
Adjust
Select between three preset cooking
temperatures, Less, Normal and More by
repeatedly pressing Adjust.
Set the delayed cooking
time
Delay Start
1. Use the + / - buttons to set the hours
2. Press Delay Start again
3. Use the + / - buttons to set the minutes
time.
If using Delay Start, the Delay Start
selecting this program, the delayed cooking time count down will begin. When count
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Non-Pressure Cooking
Keep Warm mode
if the Auto Keep Warm program is turned ON
L0:02). If Keep Warm/Cancel is not pressed, the cooker will turn OFF
If the lid is on, remove it by turning counter-clockwise and lifting.
Press Keep Warm/CancelOFF, indicating that the cooker is in standby
mode.
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7
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Venting position. Keep hands and face away from the steam release openings. Failure
to comply may result in scalding or serious injury.
• Do not attempt to open the lid until pressure inside the cooker is completely released.
opened. Do not force lid open.
• When opening the lid, the inner pot may adhere to the lid. This is caused by vacuum
due to cooling. Make sure the steam release handle is in the Venting position and all the
steam is released.
Venting position. Once
generated to cook under pressure. These include cooking sauces, wine, beer, stocks,
juices of fruits and vegetables. Oils, oil-based sauces and thick cooking sauces do not
• Time to pressure and cooking time will vary according to the temperature and
that is at room temperature.
• When using the Delay Start
• The Delay Start program is not recommended for porridge, oatmeal or other foamy
Cooking and Safety Tips
Care and Cleaning
Unplug your Instant Pot
®
and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning.
• All Instant Pot
®
inner pots, pressure cooker lids, glass lids, and accessories are
dishwasher safe (it is recommended to use the top rack of the dishwasher).
wipe dry with a soft cloth.
• Wipe the inner cooker base rim and slot dry with cloth to prevent rusting of the
lid. Wash with warm, soapy water, rinse with clear water and wipe dry with a soft
cloth.
• The sealing ring must always be properly positioned on the underside of the lid.
• Clean the outer body with a damp soft cloth or sponge.
• Never use harsh chemical detergents, scouring pads or powders on any of the parts
or components.
order and free of debris.
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Troubleshooting
return information, please contact the Instant Pot support team using the methods
[email protected]
the cooker carefully before contacting the support for repair.
Problem Possible reason
Sealing ring not installed
properly
Install securely in the sealing
ring rack.
Solution
Float valve in the popped-up
position
downward.
1
2
Pressure inside the cooker
Position the steam release
handle to the venting
position to reduce the
internal pressure. Open the
lid after the pressure is
completely released.
Float valve stuck at the
popped-up position
with a pen or long utensil.
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Troubleshooting
valve for over 2 minutes
valve silicone seal
seal
Float valve silicone ring
worn- out or missing
silicone ring
5
6
Float valve unable to rise
Too little food or water in
inner pot
inner pot
Float valve obstructed by
the lid locking pin
Close the lid completely, see
Steam comes out from
the steam release
valve non-stop
Steam release valve not in
sealing position
Turn the steam release
handle to the sealing
position
Pressure control fails
Contact support
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position for the selected
program
Close the lid for pressure
cooking or open the lid for
sautéing
Display remains blank after
connecting the power cord
Bad power connection or no
power
Inspect the power cord to
ensure a good connection,
check if the power outlet is
active
Cooker’s electrical fuse has
blown
Contact support
3
Steam leaks from the side
of the lid
No sealing ring
Install the sealing ring
Sealing ring damaged
Food debris attached to the
sealing ring
Clean the sealing ring
Open then close the lid
again
Problem Possible reason
Solution
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Troubleshooting
hard
Too little water
ratio according to recipe
completes, leave the lid on
for 5 more minutes
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12
Too much water
ratio according to recipe
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The cooker beeps 5
times and displays the
‘burn’ message after a
cooking program has
started
Indication of overheating.
The cooker has reduced the
heating temperature, and
may not reach cooking
pressure
Starch deposits at the
bottom of the inner pot
might have clogged heat
dissipation. Stop the cooker
and inspect the bottom of
the inner pot
Occasional ticking or light
cracking sound
The sound of power switch-
board when changing
temperature
This is normal
Bottom of the inner pot is
wet.
Wipe bottom of the inner
pot dry before cooking
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code appearing on
screen and the
warning beep is ON
Faulty temperature sensor
Contact support
Faulty temperature sensor
Contact support
Temperature is too high
because inner pot is not
placed into the cooker base
Insert the inner pot
properly
Temperature is too high
because there is no water in
inner pot
Put food and water in the
inner pot
Faulty pressure sensor
Contact support
C1
C2
C5
C6
Problem
Possible reason
Solution
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Limited Warranty
When this appliance is operated and maintained in accordance with written instructions attached to or
associated with the return of your appliance as provided herein.
Limitation and Exclusions
purchase price of a comparable replacement appliance.
operating instructions, normal wear and tear, commercial use, improper assembly, disassembly, failure to
in a manner that is contrary to published user or operator instructions.
Warranty
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Disclaimer of Implied Warranties
Disclaimer of Representations Outside of Warranty
than the representations contained in this warranty.
Limitation of Remedies; Exclusion of Incidental and Consequential Damage
You the buyer may have other rights and remedies under your state’s or province’s applicable laws, which
are in addition to any right or remedy which may be available under this limited warranty.
Warranty Registration and Service
will enable us to keep you up to date with product developments, recipes and contact you in the unlikely
instructions for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.
appliance, please include your name, address, phone number, proof of the original purchase date as well as
a description of the problem you are encountering with the appliance.
Warranty
Instant Pot
®
Company
Ottawa, Ontario
Canada
www.InstantPot.com
[email protected]
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