Insignia NS-MC60SS8 6-Quart Multi-Function Pressure Cooker

Features

Main features

Control panel

Using your multi-cooker

Preparing to cook

1. Unplug the multi-cooker.
2. Open the cover by holding the cover handle with one hand, then rotating the cover until the cover marking aligns with the “Open” mark on the housing, then open the cover.

3. Check the float valve and exhaust valve for obstructions and confirm that all parts are installed properly, especially the rubber gasket and anti-block shield.

4. Remove the stainless steel inner pot, then remove any foreign objects and water droplets from the outside of the inner pot and the inside of the housing.

5. Add food and water to the inner pot. The total amount of food and water should not exceed the MAX level indicated in the inner pot.

6. Put the inner pot into the electric multi-cooker housing, then rotate the inner pot slightly left to right to ensure good contact between the inner pot and heating plate.

7. Close the cover completely by holding the cover handle with one hand and rotating the cover until the lock mark aligns with the “Close” mark on the housing.

8. Turn the exhaust valve handle to the Sealing icon, indicating that the multi-cooker is in airtight condition.

Notes

• To manually exhaust the multi-cooker, turn the exhaust valve to the Venting icon.
• Make sure that the float valve has fallen.

9. Plug in the multi-cooker.

10. After each use, remove any foreign objects or materials from the rubber gasket and anti-block shield. Keep these items clean to avoid odor.

Cautions

• Never pull the rubber gasket. Pulling the gasket may deform it, affecting the sealing and pressure of your cooker.
• Never use your multi-cooker with a damaged gasket. If your cooker has a damaged gasket, it should be sent to the service center for replacement.

Opening the cover safely

Cautions

• Do not open the lid before the pressure in the pot has been completely released.
• Do not force the lid if it is difficult to open.
• Do not pull out the exhaust valve when turning it.
• After cooking a large amount of food, do not immediately open the vent. Allow it to cool for a short while before opening the lid.

1. Unplug the multi-cooker.
2. Make sure that the pressure is released.

• For solid foods:

You can either turn the exhaust valve to the “Venting” position until the float valve falls or put a wet towel on the cover to quicken cooling until the float valve falls.

• For liquids:

Let the multi-cooker cool naturally, until the float valve falls on its own.

3. Open the cover by holding the cover handle with one hand, then rotating the cover until the cover marking aligns with the “Open” mark on the housing, then lift and open the cover.

Note When cooking a small quantity of food, the inner pot may stick to the cover when it is opened. In this case, shake the inner pot manually, then remove the cover after the inner pot falls into the cooker body

Cooking - general

After the initial preparations are complete and the multi-cooker is closed and ready, do the following:

1. Turn on the multi-cooker by plugging it in. The display blinks and shows a red horizontal line “---”, indicating that the multi-cooker is ready.
2. Press the desired preset button. The indicator next to the preset button turns red and 10 seconds later cooking begins. The display shows a bright red horizontal line “---”.

Notes

• If the buttons do not function, make sure that the lid is closed correctly.
• Cooking time varies with different preset selections. The greater the food amount, the longer the cooking time.
• You can cancel the current preset selection and return to standby by pressing the Cancel button.
• Within 10 seconds you can re-select preset time and function level. The electric multi-cooker starts working within 10 seconds after selection.
• While cooking, the cooker may sometimes generate a cluck” sound. This is not a malfunction.

3. After the selected cooking cycle is completed your cooker automatically enters the Keep Warm state, the selected function indicator goes out, and the Keep Warm indicator turns on. At this time the display screen shows “0.0”, and the cooker beeps 10 times.

Using the preset timer

You can adjust the cook times of the preset modes to fit a desired recipe.

1. Select the preset you want. Note that you cannot select a preset time for Sear/Sauté, Slow Cook, or Cake modes.
2. Within 10 seconds, press Preset. The time flashes on the display and the indicator next to Preset blinks.
3. Press + or – to adjust the time (in half hour increments between 2 and 24 hours), then press Preset. The indicator next to Preset turns green and 10 seconds later cooking begins.

• The display shows the remaining time until cooking ends. To cancel the operation, press Cancel.
• After cooking, the multi-cooker enters the Keep Warm state automatically. This maintains your food at between 140° and 176° F(60° and 80° C).
• The Keep Warm feature can also be turned on by pressing the Warm button. Do not use the Keep Warm feature for more than eight hours.

Notes

• Cooking time varies with different preset selections. The greater the food amount, the longer the cooking time.
• You can cancel the current preset and return to standby by pressing the Keep Warm/Cancel button.
• Pressure build and release will add 8-20 min to the cook time (based on pressure setting [Low-Med-High]).

Cooking frozen meats

If you use meats that are 1” thick or less, the cooking time stated in the recipes section below can remain the same. It will just take longer for the multi-cooker to reach the pressure point. For example, if the recipe calls for the meat to be cooked for 15 minutes after pressure has been achieved, it will still be 15 minutes. It just takes longer for pressure to be achieved.

Larger cuts of meat will increase cooking times and they won’t cook as well as meats that were fully or partially thawed and browned first.

Recipes

We’ve provided a few recipes to get you started, but you'll find plenty of recipes online on such websites as Food52, Epicurious, CookEatShare, and the Food Network. Just search for multi-cooker recipes.

Cooking Rice

1. Finish cooking preparation according to “Preparing to cook” on page 9.
2. Measure the amount of rice you want to cook in a measuring cup level) and wash it.

• One measuring cup of rice is about 150 grams.
• Don’t wash rice in the inner pot.

3. Put the cleaned rice into the inner pot and fill it with water to the correct water level.

• The scale line inside the inner pot indicates how much water to add. For example, to cook two cups of rice, add water to line 2.
• Water quantity can vary with rice type and hardness, but never exceed the MAX level inside the inner pot.

4. Place the inner pot (wiped clean) into the cooker body, then rotate it slightly from left to right to ensure full contact between inner pot and heating plate.

5. Put the cover in place and turn on the multi-cooker.

6. Press the Rice button. The Rice preset function indicator lights and, after 10 seconds, the cooker begins cooking. Cooking time is around 35 minutes, but the time may slightly vary with rice amount or rice quality. After cooking, the multi-cooker switches to Keeping Warm automatically.

7. Open the cover (see “Opening the cover safely” on page 10). After cooking, the rice should be served after about one to three minutes on Keeping Warm.

Cooking Beef in red wine

• 4.4 lbs (2 kg) blade or chuck steak, cubed

• 1 cup (150 g) flour

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 2 tablespoons (40 g) butter

• 2 tablespoons (40 ml) olive oil

• 2 onions, diced

• 1 leek, finely chopped

• 2 carrots, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

• 2 tablespoons chives, chopped

• 1.6 pints (750 ml) red wine

1. Finish cooking preparation according to “Preparing to cook” on page 9.
2. In a plastic bag, toss the meat in flour and seasonings.
3. Press the Sear/Sauté button. The Sear/Sauté preset function indicator turns on and, after 10 seconds, the cooker begins cooking.
4. Melt the butter and oil, then place the meat into the inner pot in four batches, searing each for five minutes each.
5. Add onions, leek, carrots, garlic, parsley, and chives.
6. Pour the red wine over the top of the food and bring to the boil.
7. Put the cover in place and turn on the multi-cooker.
8. Press the Warm button, then press the Slow Cook preset button. The Slow Cook preset function indicator turns on and, after 10 seconds, the cooker begins cooking. After cooking, the multi-cooker switches to Keeping Warm automatically.
9. Open the cover (see “Opening the cover safely” on page 10).

Cooking Butter Chicken

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced

• 3 small onions, sliced thinly

• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, ground

• 2 teaspoons paprika, ground

• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, ground

• 2 teaspoons turmeric, ground

• 2 teaspoons cumin, ground

• 2 x 14.2 oz. (420 ml) cans tomatoes, diced

• 4.4 lbs. (2 kg) chicken breast, diced

• 10 oz. (300 ml) pure cream

• Fresh coriander to taste

1. Finish cooking preparation according to “Preparing to cook” on page 9.
2. Press the Sear/Sauté button. The Sear/Sauté preset function indicator turns on and, after 10 seconds, the cooker begins cooking.
3. Add the oil, garlic, and onions and saute until softened.
4. Add the spices and stir until combined.Stir the tomatoes and chicken breast until everything is evenly coated.
5. Pour the stock over the chicken, then securely place and seal the lid onto the multi-cooker.
6. Press the Warm button.
7. Press the Bean/Chili button. The Bean/Chili preset function indicator turns on and, after 10 seconds, the cooker begins cooking. After cooking, the multi-cooker switches to Keeping Warm automatically.
8. Open the cover on according to “Opening the cover safely” on page 10.

Cleaning and maintaining your multi-cooker

Removing and installing the anti-block shield

Removing and installing the rubber gasket

Gently grip the gasket and remove it from the groove.		Press the gasket into the groove in the cover until it seats firmly.

1. Prior to each use, make sure that the rubber gasket and anti-block shield are installed on the upper cover.
2. After each use, remove any foreign objects or cooked food from the gasket and anti-block shield. Keep these items clean to avoid odors.

Never pull the gasket. Pulling the gasket could cause deformation which may affect sealing and pressure.

A damaged gasket should never be used. Send the damaged gasket to the service center for replacement.

Cleaning your multi-cooker

After each use, clean your multi-cooker thoroughly.

1. Before cleaning, unplug the multi-cooker and wait until it cools down completely.
2. Remove the cover and inner pot, then wash them with a detergent, rinse with fresh water, and wipe them dry with a soft cloth.
3. Using clear water, clean the cover, including the rubber gasket, gasket gate, exhaust valve, anti-block shield, exhaust valve core, and float valve, then wipe them clean with a rag. After cleaning install them on the cover correctly.
4. Clean the cooker body with a cloth. Do not immerse the cooker in water or wash with running water.

Maintaining the stainless steel inner pot

Note The inner pot comes with a smooth and polished surface. After being used for a long period, the surface will lose its luster. This is normal and won't influence the function of the product.

Do not empty

• It may cause yellowish and spotted inner pot or distorted bottom if it is empty with the unit on for a long time.

Do not use it to store acid, alkali, or preserved foods for a long period

• Although the inner pot has excellent anti-corrosion performance, it may cause a certain degree of corrosion. The suggested time of keep warm shall not exceed eight hours.

Keep it clean to prolong the service life

• Do not immerse it in water for long periods.
• Clean the inner pot with soap, weak detergent, or warm water to remove dust, oil, and dirt.

Do not scratch it with steel cooking implements

• Soften burnt foods on the bottom with water and then remove.

Troubleshooting

Caution Do not try to repair your multi-cooker yourself. Doing so invalidates the warranty.

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