ULTRA
User Manual
Back of cover
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
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7 - 9
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Important Safeguards
Please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1) Do not touch hot surfaces of pressure cooker. Use handles only.
3) Intended for countertop use only.
4) Do not use pressure cooker for other than intended use.
5) Never deep fry or pressure fry in the cooker with oil.
or has been damaged in any manner.
9) Do not open the pressure cooker until the cooker has cooled and all internal pressure
has
do not force it open.
Please see “Getting Started” pages 10-11.
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Important Safeguards
Please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference.
11) Make sure the steam release valve is in the Sealing position for all pressure cooking
programs.
12) This appliance should not be used by or near children or by individuals with disabilities
or limited knowledge in using pressure cookers.
turn controls to OFF
Make certain the lid is properly closed before operating. Caution: To reduce the risk of
See “Getting Started” pages 10-11.
18) Use of accessories and parts that are neither branded Instant Pot® nor 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.
pressure cooking settings unless as directed in an Instant Pot® recipe.
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Important Safeguards
Please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference.
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before use.
groove on the inside of the sealing ring.
DO NOT place
unprotected skin over the steam release valve.
Do not move pot when
pot is in operation
UP.
DOWN when you open the lid.
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Important Safeguards
Please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference.
WARNING: Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from
Special Cord Set Instructions
Working Pressure:
Keep Warm function: 63 - 78°C (145 ~ 172°F);
Slow Cook function: Low: 82-87.8°C / 180-190°F; Med: 87.8-93°C / 190-200°F; High: 93-99°C /200-210°F
Sauté function: Low: 135 -150°C (275 -302°F); Med: 160 -176°C (320 -349°F); High: 175 - 210°C
(347-410°F)
Rated
Power
Inner Pot
Dimensions
Ultra
Power
Supply
Model Volume
Weight Product Dimensions
Overview
Anti-block shield
Quick release
button
Float valve
marker
Cooker
handle
Control panel
Base and
heating unit
Cooker base
Stainless steel
inner pot
Steam release
valve
To install:
Position the anti-block
shield in place and
push down
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To remove:
anti-block shield towards the lid rim and
shield should pop out
Control and Features
Control Panel
The control panel of your Instant Pot®
Cancel button and a Start button.
Time display
Cooking
Progress Indicator
Program
Settings
Start button to begin
cooking process at
any time
Cancel button to:
1)
2) return to previous program
3) restore factory settings:
a) global reset - return to
standby mode then press and
hold the Cancel key until the
b) individual program reset -
program then press and hold
the Cancel key until the
cooker beeps.
Cooking Programs
Central dial for program
selection and systems settings
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Cooking Program Options
Instant Pot® is a programmed smart cooker that has preset cooking instructions for
Ultra: The ultimate cooking tool to allow full user control of pressure and non-pressure
Control and Features
Custom
Programs
Time
Range
hr:min
High/
Low
Pressure
NO
Pressure
Temperature
for non-pressure
cooking
Delay
Keep
Warm
Sound
Ultra
Pressure
Cook
Soup/
Broth
Meat/
Stew
Bean/
Chili
Steam
Slow Cook
Custom
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Cooking Program Options
Control and Features
Programs
Time
Range
hr:min
High/
Low
Pressure
NO
Pressure
Temperature
non-pressure
cooking
Delay
Keep
Warm
Sound
Sauté
Warm
Rice
Porridge
Multigrain
Cake
Egg
Sterilize **
Yogurt
Custom
Custom
** Please refer to ‘USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning’ for details. The Ultra has not
Read warning cards and warning labels. Remove all packaging materials and remov-
able warning cards from the cooker and accessories.
Install the condensation collector at the rear of the cooker by aligning the top of the
collector with the guides on the cooker and press in.
Install the steam release valve onto the lid if it is not already installed.
Getting Started
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2
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Getting Started
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a b c
Make sure the outside of the inner pot is dry prior to placing the inner pot back into the
pressure cooker. Make sure there is no food debris on the heating element.
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.
(unlock)
mark and turn clockwise to the (lock) mark.
The Quick Release button will automatically reset and pop up to the Sealing position when
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Pressure Cooking
The following are all pressure cooking programs: Ultra, Pressure Cook, Meat/Stew,
Soup/Broth, Bean/Chili, Steam, Sterilize, Rice, Multigrain, Porridge, Egg and Cake.
1
2
Connect the power cord. The default cooking program Pressure Cook
displays the program settings. Press Start
display OFF
Quick Release
will automatically pop up to the Sealing Position
For Quick Release - press down the Quick Release button until it clicks and locks into the
To Stop Quick Release - slightly turn the Quick Release button counter-clockwise until it
pops up to the Sealing position.
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Pressure Cooking
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C
B
StartCancel
StartCancel
StartCancel
Turn dial to
the desired
cooking program.
StartCancel
Press dial to
select.
Turn dial to
desired parameter.
Press to select.
Turn dial to adjust values.
Press to confirm.
Repeat to adjust
other parameters.
StartCancel
Press Start to begin
cooking.
Quick and Easy Start
Program Settings
At any time if an error is made,
press Cancel to go back to the
previous step
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Systems Settings (Sound ON/OFF, Temperature Unit: °F/°C and Altitude: ft/m)
Press the Cancel button to return the cooker to standby mode displaying OFF. Push and
hold the central dial for 5 seconds and then release the hold. Rotate to select the parame-
Start
can clog the steam release valve.
free from debris.
Pressure Cooking
StartCancel
Initial Test Run (Optional)
Plug-in the cooker. Rotate the central dial to Steam
See diagram below.
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4
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Pressure Cooking
remaining cooking time.
Keep Warm mode or in standby
mode displaying OFF.
Natural Release:
steam release valve).
Quick Release:Venting
Natural Release
splatter.
the lid.
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Non-Pressure Cooking
The following are non-pressure cooking programs:
Sauté, Yogurt, Ultra, Slow Cook, and Warm.
Connect the power cord. The default cooking program Pressure Cook
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C
StartCancel
StartCancel
StartCancel
Start
Cancel
StartCancel
Turn the dial to
the desired
cooking program.
Press the Dial to
select.
Turn dial to
desired parameter.
Press to select.
Turn dial to adjust values.
Press to confirm.
Repeat to adjust
other parameters.
Press Start to begin
cooking.
Quick and Easy Start
At any time if an error is made,
press Cancel to go back to the
previous step
Program Settings
B
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Non-Pressure Cooking
Slow Cook, Warm and Ultra
®
steam release valve is in Venting position.
Sauté
Choose temperatures between MedLow
sauce) and High
Hot.
Sauté program
or there will be a warning sound.
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Non-Pressure Cooking
Making Yogurt
OFF indicating that the cooker is in
standby state.
c) Rotate the central dial to locate the Yogurt
d) Press the central dial again to set the desired heating Time. Set the
e ) Rotate the central dial to Temp and press the central dial. Select
boiL. Press Start and let the milk heat.
Yogt.
will automatically reset to Sealing position. Use the central dial to select the Steam
method then open the lid and continue with steps 2 to 4.
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Non-Pressure Cooking
2. Cool Milk
a) Remove the inner pot and place it on a wire rack.
b) Place the inner pot back into the cooker and close the lid.
Venting or Sealing position.
4. Ferment Yogurt
a) Rotate the central dial to locate the Yogurt
b) Press the central dial again to set the desired fermentation Time. Press central dial
c) Move selection frame to Temp
d) Press the Start button. The fermentation process starts.
Yogt.
f) Remove the lid by turning it counterclockwise and then lifting.
Safety Tips
• Extreme caution should be taken when pressing the Quick Release button. Keep
hands and face away from the steam release openings. Failure to comply may result in
force lid open.
Venting
position.
Venting position. Once all
Cooking and Safety Tips
Cooking and Safety Tips
• Follow the recipe instructions for releasing pressure. With the Quick Release
• Oils and oil-based sauces do not have enough water content and will not account for
Sauté function as you would when cooking with
• Time to pressure and cooking time will vary according to the temperature and
that is at room temperature.
• When using the Delay
• The Delay
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Care and Cleaning
Unplug your Instant Pot® and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning.
• The inner pot and lid are both dishwasher safe
• Remove the inner pot and lid and wash with detergent. Rinse with clear water and
wipe dry with a soft cloth.
• Wipe the pressure cooker base rim and slot dry with cloth to prevent rusting of the
• Remove the sealing ring and anti-block shield from the underside of the
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.
parts or components.
working order and free of debris.
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Troubleshooting
• Email: [email protected]
the cooker carefully before contacting the support team.
Sealing ring not installed
properly.
Position the sealing ring
well.
Float valve in the popped-up
position.
downward.
1
2
the lid
cooker.
position to reduce 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.
Problem
Possible reason
Solution
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Troubleshooting
valve for over 2 minutes
valve silicone seal.
silicone seal.
Float valve silicone ring
worn- out.
silicone ring.
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5
6
Float valve unable to rise
Too little food or water in
inner pot.
recipe.
Float valve obstructed by
the lid locking pin.
see “Getting Started”
section.
Steam comes out from
the steam release
valve non-stop
Steam release valve not in
sealing position.
release button count-
er-clockwise to seal the
steam release valve.
Pressure control fails.
Contact support online.
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position for the selected
program.
Close the lid for pressure
cooking or open the lid for
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Display remains blank after
connecting the power cord
Bad power connection or no
power.
Inspect the power cord to
ensure a good connection.
into the cooker base.
Cooker’s electrical fuse has
blown.
Contact support.
Problem
Possible reason
Solution
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Steam leaks from the side
of the lid
No sealing ring.
Install the sealing ring.
Sealing ring damaged.
Replace the sealing ring.
Food debris attached to the
sealing ring.
Clean the sealing ring.
Open then close the
lid again.
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Troubleshooting
Rice is half cooked or too
hard
Too little water.
ratio according to recipe.
for 5 more minutes.
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Rice is too soft
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
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
Faulty temperature sensor.
Contact support.
Faulty temperature sensor.
Contact support.
Temperature is too high
because inner pot is not
placed properly into the
cooker.
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.
C1
C2
C5
Code
C6
Problem
Possible reason
Solution
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Contact support.
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.
by an Instant Pot Representative.
in a manner that is contrary to published user or operator instructions.
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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
are in addition to any right or remedy which may be available under this limited warranty.
Warranty Registration and Service
shipping costs associated with the return of your appliance from Canada or within the 48 contiguous states
a description of the problem you are encountering with the appliance.
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