INSTANT POT
®
DUO
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USER MANUAL
to your new Instant Pot
®
Duo
®
!
This Instant Pot Duo Multi-Cooker can help you cook healthy, delicious
meals more easily and in less time. We hope you fall in love with Instant
Pot cooking and enjoy it in your kitchen for years to come!
Get started with your new Duo!
Welcome
CONTENTS
Important safeguards 2
What’s in the box 7
Using your Duo 9
Initial set up 14
Pressure cooking 18
Sautéing 25
Slow cooking 27
Yogurt making 28
Keep warm 30
Cleaning 31
Learn more 33
Warranty 34
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Read all instructions before using and only use this Instant Pot
Duo as described in this manual.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal
injury or property damage.
Placement
• DO place the appliance on a countertop only. Always operate the
appliance on a stable, non-combustible, level surface.
• DO make sure all parts are dry and free of food debris before placing
the cooking pot on the cooker base.
• DO NOT place the appliance on or close to a hot gas or electric
burner, or a heated oven.
• DO NOT use the appliance near water or flame.
• DO NOT use outdoors. Keep out of direct sunlight.
• DO NOT place on anything that may block the vents on the bottom
of the appliance.
General Use
The removable inner cooking pot is extremely hot during use and can
be extremely heavy when full of ingredients.
• DO use oven mitts when handling the inner cooking pot and
removing accessories.
• DO place hot accessories on a heat-resistant surface or cooking
plate.
• DO use care when lifting the inner cooking pot from the cooker base
to avoid burn injury .
• DO use extreme caution when the inner cooking pot contains hot
food, hot oil or other hot liquids.
• DO use only the Instant Pot
®
lid that came with this cooker base.
Using any other pressure cooker lids may cause personal injury
and/or property damage.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
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• DO NOT use the appliance without the removable inner cooking
pot installed.
• DO NOT touch the metal portion of the lid, the appliance’s hot surfaces,
or any accessories during or immediately after cooking because
they will be hot. Only use the side handles for carrying or moving.
• DO NOT use this appliance for deep frying or pressure frying with oil.
• DO NOT move the appliance while it is in use and use extreme
caution when disposing of hot grease.
• DO NOT allow children or persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities to operate this appliance. Close supervision
is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities.
Children should not play with this appliance.
• DO NOT use the appliance for anything other than household use.
It is not intended for commercial use.
• DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use.
Pressure Cooking
This appliance cooks under pressure. Allow the appliance to depressurize
naturally or release all excess pressure before opening. Inappropriate use
may result in burns, personal injury and/or property damage.
• DO make sure the appliance is properly closed before operating.
• DO check that the steam release valve is installed.
• DO use the pressure cooking lid when pressure cooking.
• DO turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the steam
release valve and/or float valve in a steady stream for longer than
3 minutes. If steam escapes from the sides of the lid, turn the
appliance off and make sure the sealing ring is properly installed.
• DO check the steam release valve, steam release pipe, anti-block
shield and float valve for clogging before use.
• DO NOT remove the pressure cooking lid with unprotected hands.
• DO NOT attempt to force the lid off the Instant Pot cooker base.
• DO NOT move the appliance when it is under pressure.
• DO NOT cover or obstruct the steam release valve and/or float
valve with cloth or other objects.
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• 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 personal injuries and/or
property damage.
• DO NOT place your face, hands or exposed skin over the steam
release valve or float valve when the appliance is in operation or
has residual pressure, and do not lean over the appliance when
removing the lid.
Overfill During Pressure Cooking
Overfilling may cause a risk of clogging the steam release pipe and
developing excess pressure.
• DO NOT fill the inner cooking pot over the line labeled ‘PC MAX — 2/3’.
• DO NOT fill the inner cooking pot over the line labeled ‘— 1/2’ when
cooking foods that expand during cooking such as rice, dried beans
or dried vegetables.
• DO be aware that certain foods, such as applesauce, cranberries,
pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni,
rhubarb, or spaghetti can foam, froth, and sputter, and clog the
pressure release device (steam vent). DO NOT fill the inner cooking
pot higher than the ‘— 1/2’ line when cooking these foods.
• DO NOT place oversized foods into the inner cooking pot as they
may cause risk of fire, personal injury and/or property damage..
• DO check that sealing ring is properly installed.
Accessories
• DO use only accessories or attachments authorized by Instant
Brands. The use of parts, accessories or attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of personal
injury, property damage, fire or electric shock.
• DO use only an authorized stainless-steel Instant Pot inner cooking
pot to reduce the risk of pressure leakage.
• DO only replace the sealing ring with an authorized Instant Pot
sealing ring to prevent personal injury property damage and/or
damage to the appliance.
• 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.
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Care and Storage
• DO let the appliance cool to room temperature before cleaning
or storage.
• DO NOT store any materials in the cooker base when not in use.
• DO NOT place any combustible materials in the cooker base, such
as paper, cardboard, plastic, Styrofoam or wood.
Power Cord
A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk resulting from
it being grabbed by children, becoming entangled in, or tripping over
a longer cord.
WARNING: Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and
cord away from children.
• Never drape cord over edge of counter, never use outlet below
counter, and never use with an extension cord.
• DO NOT let the power cord touch hot surfaces or open flame,
including the stovetop.
• DO NOT use with power converters or adapters, timer switches
or separate remote-control systems.
This appliance has a 3-prong grounding plug. To reduce the risk
of electric shock:
• ONLY plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.
• DO NOT remove ground.
If the unit includes a detachable power cord:
• To connect, always attach the power cord to the appliance first,
then plug the power cord into the wall outlet.
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Electrical Warning
The cooker base contains electrical components that are an
electrical shock hazard. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in electric shock.
To protect against electrical shock:
• To disconnect, select Cancel, then remove plug from 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.
• DO 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 at
support@instanthome.
• DO NOT attempt to repair, replace or modify components of the
appliance, as this may cause electric shock, fire, personal injury
and/or or property damage and will void the warranty.
• DO NOT tamper with any of the safety mechanisms, as this may
result in personal injury or property damage.
• DO NOT put liquid or food of any kind into cooker base without
the inner cooking pot.
• DO NOT immerse power cord, plug or the appliance in water
or other liquid.
• DO NOT use the appliance in electrical systems other than
120 V ~ 60 Hz for North America.
• DO NOT clean the appliance by rinsing it under a faucet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Lid
Stainless Steel Inner Cooking Pot
Float valve
Sealing ring rack
Sealing ring
Fill line indicators
Steam release switch
Handle
Lid fins
Steam release valve
Lid position marker
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Cooker Base
Parts + accessories
Illustrations are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Remember to recycle!
We designed this packaging with sustainability in mind. Please recycle
everything that can be recycled where you live.
Cooker Handles
Condensation Collector
Condensation Rim
Stainless steel steam rack
with handles
Control Panel
Heating Element (inside)
Power Socket (rear)
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USING YOUR INSTANT POT DUO
Control panel
We’ve designed the Duo control panel to be simple to use and easy
to read.
Sauté
Poultry
Egg
Yogurt
TimeTemp
Temp
Preheat Cook Warm
Low
Med High
StartCancel
Steam
Pressure
Cook
Keep
Warm
Delay
Start
Multigrain
Rice
Slow
Cook
Soup
Broth
Bean
Chili
Meat
Stew
1. Time
• Cooking time
• Delay Start time
• Keep Warm time
2. Status Messages
3. Time/temperature options
• Pressure cooking: 1 pressure level
• Non-Pressure cooking:
3 temperature levels
4. Smart Program Settings
• Delay Start On/Off
• Keep Warm On/Off
• Cancel
• Start
5. Pressure Cooking Smart Programs
• Light shows the active Smart
Program
6. Non-Pressure Cooking Smart Programs
• Light shows the active Smart
Program
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4
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2
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Status messages
The control panel shows information you need to know when using
your Duo.
Standby mode
Preheat mode
Lid not properly secured or missing
Time
• Smart Program: cooking time remaining
• Delay Start: time until Smart Program starts
• Keep Warm: time food has been warming
Yogurt Smart Program is in pasteurizing cycle
Sauté Smart Program is ready to add food
Smart Program ended (Keep Warm is off)
Overheating: see Troubleshooting
Error: see Troubleshooting
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Using the lid
You’ll use the pressure cooking lid for most cooking programs, and
especially for pressure cooking. Always use the pressure cooking lid
that came with this Duo cooker base.
Open the Lid
Turn the lid handle to align the arrow
on the lid with the arrow at the
side of the control panel
.
Lift the lid up and off the cooker base.
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Close the Lid
1. Align the arrow on the lid with the arrow at the side of the
control panel
.
2. Turn the lid clockwise until the line on the lid lines up with the line
on the control panel.
Turning the sound On/Off
Turn sound on
When in Standby mode, press and hold Delay Start and Keep Warm
keys together until display shows S On.
Turn sound off
When in Standby mode, press and hold Delay Start and Keep Warm
keys together until display shows SOFF.
Audible safety alerts (beeps) cannot be turned off.
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Delay the start of cooking
You can set a Delay Start timer for a minimum of 10 minutes or a
maximum of 24 hours.
3. Select a Smart Program, adjust the settings as you want, then press
Delay Start.
Once Delay Start has been selected, there is no way to return to the
cooking settings. To adjust Smart Program settings, press Cancel and enter
new selections.
4. When the time field flashes, use the Time up/down arrows to adjust
the delay time.
5. Delay Start begins automatically and the timer counts down.
6. When Delay Start ends, the Smart Program begins, and the display
indicates On.
Delay Start is not available with the Sauté or Yogurt Smart Programs.
Reset Smart Programs to original settings
Reset Individual Smart Programs
With the cooker in Standby mode, press and hold one Smart Program
button until the cooker returns to Standby and shows OFF.
The Smart Program’s pressure level, cooking time and temperature are restored
to the factory default setting.
Reset All Smart Programs
With the cooker in Standby mode, press and hold Cancel until the
cooker beeps.
All Smart Program pressure levels, cooking times and temperatures are restored
to the factory default setting.
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INITIAL SET UP
Clean before use
1. Wash the inner cooking pot with hot water and soap. Rinse and use
a soft cloth to dry the outside. Or you can wash the inner cooking
pot in the dishwasher.
2. Wipe the heating element inside the cooker base with a soft cloth
to ensure there are no stray packaging particles.
Setting up the condensation collector
The condensation collector sits at the back of the cooker base and
accumulates overflow moisture from the condensation rim. It should be
installed before cooking, then emptied and rinsed out after each use.
Install the condensation collector
• Align the grooves on the condensation collector with the tabs on
the back of the cooker base and slide the condensation collector
into place.
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Remove the condensation collector
• Pull the condensation collector away from the cooker base; do not
pull down.
Note the tabs on the cooker base and the grooves on the condensation
collector.
Using the Sealing Ring
When the pressure cooking lid is closed, the sealing ring installed on
the underside of the lid creates an air-tight seal between the lid and
the cooker base.
• The sealing ring must be installed before using the cooker and
should be cleaned after each use.
• Sealing rings stretch over time with normal use. To keep your
product safe, replace the sealing ring every 12 to 18 months.
Replace sooner if you notice stretching, deformation, or damage.
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Install the Sealing Ring
1. Place the sealing ring over the sealing ring rack and press it into
place. Press down firmly to ensure there is no puckering.
2. The sealing ring should be snug and should not fall out when the lid
is turned over.
Remove the Sealing Ring
1. Grip the edge of the sealing ring and pull it out from behind the
sealing ring rack.
2. Inspect the rack to ensure it is secured, centered, and an even
height all the way around the lid. If the sealing ring rack is
deformed, do not try to repair it.
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Plug in cord
• When you’re ready to use your Duo, plug the electrical cord into the
power socket on the back of the unit.
Test run
Setting up your new Duo for a test run is a great way to familiarize
yourself with how the unit works before you actually cook
a meal.
To perform a test run:
1. Follow the instructions for pressure cooking below.
2. Use 3 quarts water, but no food.
3. Set the cooking time to 5 minutes.
4. After the cooking session is done, discard any remaining water.
5. Wash and dry the inner cooking pot.
Now you’re ready to cook a meal in your Duo!
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PRESSURE COOKING
Pressure cooking uses pressurized steam to quickly and evenly
cook foods.
How to pressure cook
Prep
Cut, chop, season or marinate your ingredients according to your recipe.
Preheat
1. Place the inner cooking pot into the cooker base.
2. Add ingredients to the inner cooking pot.
3. Place the lid on top of the inner cooking pot and be sure it is locked.
See ‘How to close and lock the lid’ below.
4. Choose a Smart Program for cooking and press its button on the
Control Panel.
See ‘Pressure cooking Smart Programs’ below for full details.
5. If you want to increase or decrease the cooking time exactly,
press Time up/down arrows.
6. Keep Warm setting is ON by default. Press Keep Warm again to
turn it off.
7. Press Start. After 10 seconds, the display shows On and the Duo
is building pressure.
It can take 10–15 minutes to reach the pressure setting for cooking. Frozen foods
increase the preheating time.
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Cook
1. When the pressure is ready, your Duo starts cooking .
2. The cooking timer starts counting down.
3. When the timer reaches 00:00, cooking stops.
You can press Cancel to stop a Smart Program at any time.
Release steam
Choose from the steam release method that works for your recipe.
See ‘How to release steam’ below for full details.
Using liquid to create steam
Pressure cooking requires liquid in the inner cooking pot to produce
the steam needed. Depending on the size of your Duo, here are the
minimum amounts you’ll need:
Instant Pot Size Minimum Liquid for Pressure Cooking*
6 Quarts / 5.7 Litres 1 1⁄2 cups (12 oz / 375 mL)
*Unless otherwise specified in recipe.
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 above.
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How to close and lock the lid
For pressure cooking, the lid must be securely locked into place to
prevent steam from escaping. When you place the lid on the cooker base.
The Duo will not start pressurizing unless the lid is locked.
1. Line up line on the lid with the arrow
at the side of the control
panel
.
2. Turn the lid clockwise until the line on the lid lines up with the line
on the control panel.
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How to release steam
Instant Pot Duo can release steam in 2 different ways. Use the one that
best fits the type of food you’re cooking.
Natural steam release
Releases steam gradually over time (up to 40 minutes or more) as after
cooking stops.
Use for: Foods that can simmer, like stews, chili, pasta, oatmeal, beans
and grains.
1. After cooking, leave steam release switch in Seal position until all
pressure is released.
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2. Float valve drops into lid when all steam is released.
3. After steam release, turn lid counterclockwise and remove the lid.
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Quick steam release
Quickly releases steam after you press the steam release switch.
Use for: Foods that tend to overcook, like vegetables and seafood.
1. After cooking, set steam release switch to Vent position and wait
for all pressure to release.
Vent
2. Float valve drops into lid when all steam is released.
3. After steam release, turn lid counterclockwise and remove the lid.
You can insert the handle into the cooking base vertically for easy storage.
Pressure Cooking Caution
This appliance uses pressure to cook. Allow the appliance to release
all excess pressure and steam before opening the lid. Opening the
lid before pressure is released may result in burns, personal injury
and/or property damage.
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Pressure Cooking Smart Programs
These Smart Programs are designed to pressure cook specific types
of food. You can adjust the settings as your recipe directs.
Soup/Broth
Pressure
High
Cooking Time
Default Cook Time Min Cook Time Max Cook Time
30 minutes (00:30) 0 minute (00:00) 4 hours (04:00)
Tip
The soup/broth remains clear due to a lack of boiling motion.
Use Natural Release for soups with a higher starch content.
Meat/Stew
Pressure
High
Cooking Time
Default Cook Time Min Cook Time Max Cook Time
35 minutes (00:35) 0 minute (00:00) 4 hours (04:00)
Tip
Allow meat to rest for 5–30 minutes after cooking to retain juices.
Bean/Chili
Pressure
High
Cooking Time
Default Cook Time Min Cook Time Max Cook Time
20 minutes (00:20) 0 minute (00:00) 4 hours (04:00)
Tips
When cooking beans or legumes, always use Natural Release method.
Make sure dry beans are completely submerged in water.
Rice
Pressure
High
Cooking Time
Default Cook Time Min Cook Time Max Cook Time
12 minutes (00:12) 0 minute (00:00) 1 hour (01:00)
Tips
Use a 10-minute timed steam release for fluffy rice.
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Steam
Pressure
High
Cooking Time
Default Cook Time Min Cook Time Max Cook Time
10 minutes (00:10) 0 minute (00:00) 4 hours (04:00)
Tips
Use the provided silicone steam rack to elevate food above cooking liquid.
Use Quick Release method to avoid overcooking food.
Multigrain
Pressure
High
Cooking Time
Default Cook Time Min Cook Time Max Cook Time
40 minutes (00:40) 0 minute (00:00) 4 hours (04:00)
Poultry
Pressure
High
Cooking Time
Default Cook Time Min Cook Time Max Cook Time
10 minutes (00:10) 0 minute (00:00) 4 hours (04:00)
Tips
Allow meat to rest for 5–30 minutes depending on size. It will retain
cooking juices for tender, succulent meat.
Egg
Pressure
High
Cooking Time
Default Cook Time Min Cook Time Max Cook Time
5 minutes (00:05) 0 minute (00:00) 60 minutes (1:00)
Tips
Adjust cooking time as recipe directs.
Use Natural Release method when cooking foods that expand.
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SAUTÉING
Use Sauté in place of a frying or saucepan. Sautéing can deepen the
flavors of your food, or can simmer, thicken or reduce sauces.
Choose from these settings in the Sauté Smart Program:
Cooking
Temperature
Low/Medium/High (default is set to High)
Cooking Time
Default Cook Time Min Cook Time Max Cook Time
30 minutes (00:30) 1 minute (00:01) 1 hour (01:00)
How to sauté
Prep
Cut, chop, season or marinate your ingredients according to your recipe.
Preheat
1. Place the inner cooking pot into the cooker base.
2. Add ingredients to the inner cooking pot.
3. Press Sauté on the Control Panel.
4. The default temperature is highlighted. Press Temp up/down
arrows to select Low, Medium or High temperature.
5. The default cooking time will flash on the display. Press Time up/
down arrows to adjust cooking time.
6. Press Start. The display shows On.
Cook
1. When display shows Hot, add ingredients.
2. The display will begin counting down the time.
3. When timer ends, display shows End.
4. Press Cancel if you want to finish cooking before timer runs out.
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Deglazing
Deglazing is the process of adding a liquid to a hot pan, releasing all of
the delicious, caramelized pieces stuck to the bottom.
1. Remove food from inner cooking pot.
2. Add water, broth, or wine.
3. Use wooden spoon or silicone spatula to loosen food stuck to
bottom of the inner cooking pot.
Sautéing before Pressure or Slow Cooking
Quite often, you’ll want to sauté foods to brown them before further
cooking them.
1. Sauté ingredients.
2. Press Cancel.
You can deglaze the inner cooking pot now before switching to Pressure Cook or
Slow Cook (see Deglazing).
3. Select from the Smart Program.
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SLOW COOKING
Slow Cook lets you make your favorite simmering and stewing recipes —
just like grandma used to make. This program does not use pressure to
cook food. Make sure steam release is set to Venting or use a glass lid
with a venting hole.
Choose from these settings in the Slow Cook Program:
Cooking
Temperature
Low/Medium/High (default is set to Medium)
Cooking Time
Default Cook Time Min Cook Time Max Cook Time
6 hours (06:00) 30 minutes (00:30) 24 hours (24:00)
How to slow cook
Prep
Cut, chop, season or marinate your ingredients according to your recipe.
Cook
1. Place the inner cooking pot into the cooker base.
2. Add ingredients to the inner cooking pot.
3. Place the lid on top of the cooking pot and be sure it is locked.
See ‘How to close and lock the lid’ above.
4. Press Slow Cook on the Control Panel.
5. The default temperature is highlighted. Press Temp up/down
arrows to select Low, Medium or High temperature.
6. The default cooking time will flash on the display. Press Time up/
down arrows to adjust cooking time.
7. Press Start. The display shows On.
Keep Warm
When cooking completes, the display shows End if Keep Warm is
turned off. If not, the timer begins counting from 00:00 up to
10 hours (10:00).
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YOGURT MAKING
You can use your Duo to easily make delicious, fermented dairy and
non-dairy yogurt.
Process Default Cook
Time
Default
Temperature
Custom Time
Range
Pasteurize 3 minutes (00:03) High N/A
Ferment (dairy) 8 hours (08:00) Low N/A
Ferment (non-
dairy, custom)
8 hours (08:00)
(adjustable)
Low (adjustable) Minimum 30
minutes (00:30)
Maximum 99 hours,
30 minutes (99:30)
Note: Automatic Keep Warm and Delay Start are not available.
How to make yogurt
Pasteurizing Milk
1. Add milk to the inner cooking pot and place the inner cooking pot
into the cooker base.
2. Place the lid on top of the cooker base and lock the lid.
3. Press Yogurt on the Control Panel. The default temperature is
highlighted.
4. Press Temp up/down arrows to select Low, Medium or High
temperature.
5. The default cooking time will flash on the display. Press Time up/
down arrows to adjust cooking time.
6. The display shows Hot for 3 seconds and then shows bOIL.
7. When pasteurization finishes, display shows End.
Note: Milk must reach a minimum of 161°F / 72°C for pasteurization to occur
Note: If Temp level is set to High, no time display will be available. The cooking
time shows boiL. If Temp is set to Med or Low, the cooking time shows the
set time.
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Adding Culture/Starter
1. Allow pasteurized milk to cool to 43°C / 110°F.
2. Add a starter culture to the milk according to package instructions.
If using plain yogurt as a starter, ensure that it contains an active culture.
Mix in 2 tbsp (30 mL) of yogurt per 1 gallon (3.7 L) of milk or follow a
trusted recipe.
3. Place and close lid.
Ferment
1. Press Yogurt.
2. Cycle to Medium by pressing Yogurt again; display shows 8 hours
(08:00).
3. Use Time up/down arrows to adjust the fermentation time if needed.
4. The display shows timer counting down from to set time to 00:00.
5. When fermentation completes, the cooker beeps and display
shows End.
A longer fermentation period will produce tangier yogurt.
6. Allow yogurt to cool.
7. Place in fridge for 12–24 hours to develop flavors.
How much to make?
Instant Pot
®
Size Minimum Milk Volume Maximum Milk Volume
6 Quarts / 5.7 Liters 4 Cups
(32 oz / 1000 mL)
4 Quarts
(128 oz / 3.8 L)
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KEEP WARM
The Keep Warm setting turns on automatically after cooking on all
Smart Programs except Sauté and Yogurt. You can also use Keep Warm
to reheat food.
Keep warm after cooking
1. When automatic warming begins, the timer shows the time passed,
up to 10 hours.
2. To turn automatic warming off (either during cooking or during
automatic warming), press Keep Warm or Cancel and the light
above the button turns off.
Reheat and keep warm
1. When in Standby mode, press Keep Warm.
2. Press Temp up/down arrows to select Low, Medium or High
temperature level.
3. Press the Time up/down arrows to adjust the timer.
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CLEANING
Clean your Duo after each use. Always unplug the unit and let all parts
cool to room temperature before cleaning. Before use or storing, make
sure all surfaces are dry.
Part Cleaning instructions
Accessories
• Steam/Egg Rack
• Condensation
Collector
• Wash after each use
• Hand wash with hot water and mild dish soap or wash
in dishwasher, top rack
• Never use harsh chemical detergents, powders or
scouring pads on accessories
• Empty and rinse condensation collector after each use
Lid and Parts
• Anti-Block Shield
• Sealing Ring
• Steam Release
Valve
• Float Valve
• Silicone Cap
• Hand wash with hot water and mild dish soap or wash
in dishwasher, top rack
• 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 all the way around
• After cleaning, store the lid upside down on the
cooker base
• Store sealing rings in a well-ventilated area to
disperse odor
• To eliminate odors from sealing ring, add 1 cup (8 oz /
250 mL) water and 1 cup (8 oz / 250 mL) white vinegar
to cooking pot, and run Pressure Cook for 5–10 minutes,
then use Quick Steam Release
Inner Cooking pot • Wash after each use.
• Hand wash with hot water and mild dish soap or wash
in dishwasher*
• Hard water stains may need a vinegar-dampened
sponge and scrubbing to remove
• For tough or burned food residue, soak in hot water
for a few hours before cleaning
• Dry all exterior surfaces before placing in cooker base
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Part Cleaning instructions
Power cord • Use a barely-damp cloth to wipe any particles off cord.
Always disconnect from power source before cleaning
power cord.
Cooker base • Wipe the inside of the cooker base as well as the
condensation rim with a barely-damp cloth, and allow
to air dry
• Clean the outside of the cooker base and the control
panel with a soft, barely-damp cloth or sponge
*Some discoloration may occur after machine washing, but this will not affect the cooker’s
safety or performance.
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LEARN MORE
There’s a whole world of Instant Pot information and help just waiting
for you. Here are some of the most helpful resources.
Register your product
Instanthome.com/register
Contact Consumer Care
In the Instant Brands Connect App
Instanthome.com/customer-care-center
support@instanthome.com
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Product specifications
Model Volume Wattage Power Weight Dimensions
DUPC601BK 6 Quarts
5.7 Litres
1000 W 120V/
60Hz
11.03 lb
5.0 kg
in: 12.13 L x 13.82 W x 12.60 H
cm: 30.8 L x 35.1 W x 32.0 H
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WARRANTY
One (1) Year Limited Warranty
This One (1) Year Limited Warranty applies to purchases made from authorized retailers
of Instant Brands LLC (“Instant Brands”) by the original appliance owner and is not
transferable. Proof of original purchase date and, if requested by Instant Brands, return
of your appliance, is required to obtain service under this Limited Warranty. Provided the
appliance was used in accordance with the use & care instructions, Instant Brands 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 twelve (12) months from the date of
receipt. Failure to register your product will not reduce your warranty rights. The liability
of Instant Brands, if any, for any allegedly defective appliance or part will not exceed the
purchase price of a comparable replacement appliance.
What is not covered by this warranty?
• Products purchased, used, or operated outside of the United States and Canada.
• Products that have been modified or attempted to be modified.
• Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, neglect, unreasonable
use, use contrary to the operating instructions, normal wear and tear, commercial
use, improper assembly, disassembly, failure to provide reasonable and necessary
maintenance, fire, flood, acts of God, or repair by anyone unless directed by an
Instant Brands representative.
• Use of unauthorized parts and accessories.
• Incidental and consequential damages.
• The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances.
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, INSTANT BRANDS MAKES NO WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS OR
REPRESENTATIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY STATUTE, USAGE, CUSTOM OF TRADE
OR OTHERWISE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLIANCES OR PARTS COVERED BY THIS
WARRANTY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS, OR
REPRESENTATIONS OF WORKMANSHIP, MERCHANTABILITY, MERCHANTABLE QUALITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR DURABILITY.
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Some states or provinces do not allow for: (1) the exclusion of implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness; (2) limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; and/or
(3) the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages; so these
limitations may not apply to you. In these states and provinces, you have only the implied
warranties that are expressly required to be provided in accordance with applicable
law. The limitations of warranties, liability, and remedies apply to the maximum extent
permitted by law. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.
Product Registration
Please visit
www.instanthome.com/register to register your new Instant Brands
appliance. Failure to register your product will not diminish your warranty rights. You
will be asked to provide the store name, date of purchase, model number (found on the
back of your appliance) and serial number (found on the bottom of your appliance) along
with your name and email address. The registration will enable us to keep you up to date
with product developments and recipes and contact you in the unlikely event of a product
safety notification. By registering, you acknowledge that you have read and understand
the instructions for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.
Warranty Service
To obtain warranty service, please contact our Consumer Care Department by email
to
support@instanthome.com. You can also create a support ticket online at
www.instanthome.com. If we are unable to resolve the problem, you may be asked to
send your appliance to the Service Department for quality inspection. Instant Brands
is not responsible for shipping costs related to warranty service. When returning your
appliance, please include your name, mailing address, email address, phone number,
and proof of the original purchase date as well as a description of the problem you are
encountering with the appliance.
NOTES
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