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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS At Instant Brands™ your safety always comes first. The Instant Pot® Pro was designed with your safety in mind, and we mean business. Check out this Instant Pot’s long list of safety mechanisms on instanthome.com to see what we mean. As always, be careful when using electrical appliances and follow basic safety precautions. 01 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, SAFEGUARDS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 07 The removable inner pot can be extremely heavy when full of ingredients. Care should be taken when lifting the inner pot from the multicooker base to avoid burn injury. • Extreme caution must be used when the inner pot contains hot food, hot oil or other hot liquids. • Do not move the appliance while it is in use and use extreme caution when disposing of hot grease. 08 Overfilling may cause a risk of clogging the steam release pipe and developing excess pressure.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 • If steam escapes from the sides of the lid, turn the appliance off and make sure the sealing ring is properly installed. Refer to Pressure control features: sealing ring. • DO NOT attempt to force the lid off the Instant Pot multicooker base. Refer to Releasing pressure. When cooking meat with skin (e.g. sausage with casing), the skin can swell when heated. Do not pierce the skin while it is swollen; this could result in scalding injury.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 18 19 20 21 22 23 • DO NOT let the power cord hang over edges of tables or counters, or touch hot surfaces or open flame, including the stovetop. • DO NOT use below-counter power outlets, and never use with an extension cord. • Keep the appliance and cord away from children. Do not use any accessories or attachments not authorized by Instant Brands Inc.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 24 Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use. Never connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate remote-control system. 25 Do not store any materials in the multicooker base or inner pot when not in use. 26 Do not place any combustible materials in the multicooker base or inner pot, such as paper, cardboard, plastic, Styrofoam or wood. 27 Do not use the included accessories in a microwave, toaster oven, or outdoor grill. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Special cord set instructions Per safety requirement, a short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement and tripping. This appliance has a 3-prong grounding plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet that is easily accessible. Product specifications Find your model name and serial number Model: Pro 60 1200 W 120 V~ 60 Hz 6 Quarts / 5.7 Litres 5.9 kg / 13.01 lb in: 13 L × 12.7 W × 12.
Product, parts and accessories Before using your new Instant Pot Pro, make sure everything is accounted for, then see Care, cleaning and storage: Removing and installing parts to find out how everything fits together.
Product, parts and accessories Inner pot Easy-Grab silicone handles Instant Tip: Stovetop-friendly and oven-safe to 450°F! The inner pot features a cookware-grade impact bonded tri-ply bottom, which sounds complicated, but really means you can use it just about anywhere — from the multicooker base to any electric, ceramic, gas or induction cooktop.
Get started “The only real stumbling block is fear of failure. In cooking you’ve got to have a what-the-hell attitude.” – Julia Child 01 Pull that Instant Pot Pro out of the box! 02 Remove the packaging material and accessories from in and around the multicooker and make sure all the parts are accounted for. See Product, parts and accessories for a full parts breakdown. Make sure to check under the inner pot! 03 Wash the inner pot in a dishwasher or with hot water and dish soap.
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 new Pro prepares you for success in the kitchen! Take a few minutes to get to know how this tireless kitchen hero works. Stage 1: Setting up the Pro for pressure cooking 01 Remove the inner pot from the multicooker base and fill it to the first line (1) with water. 02 Insert the inner pot into the multicooker base. 03 Connect the power cord to a 120 V power source.
Pressure cooking 101 Pressure cooking uses steam to raise the boiling point of water above 100ºC / 212ºF. These high temperatures allow you to cook some foods way faster than normal. When pressure cooking, the Instant Pot goes through 3 stages. Pre-heating What you see What you don’t see Tips The time it takes the multicooker to pressurize depends on things like food While the multicooker pre-heats, it and liquid temperature and volume. The cooking progress vaporizes liquid to create steam.
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. Pressurized Depressurized WARNING Do not cover or obstruct the steam Steam ejected from the steam release release valve or cover to avoid injury valve is hot. DO NOT place hands, and/or property damage.
Releasing pressure Natural Release (NR or NPR) Cooking stops gradually. As the temperature within the multicooker drops, the Instant Pot Pro depressurizes naturally over time. What to do After cooking finishes, leave the quick release switch in the Seal position until the float valve drops into the lid. What to expect Your meal continues to cook even after the Smart Program ends. Instant Tip: This is called “carryover cooking” or “resting”, and it’s great for large cuts of meat.
Releasing pressure NOTICE Do not use QR when cooking fatty, oily, thick or high-starch foods (e.g., stews, chilis, pasta and congee) or when cooking foods that expand when cooked (e.g., beans and grains). Timed Natural Release The carryover cooking continues for a specific amount of time, then stops quickly when you release the remaining pressure. Perfect for cooking rice and grains.
Control panel 2 1 3 4 7 5 8 6 9 1 12 10 14 11 13 1 Smart Programs 2 Preset cooking options 3 4 Pressure Temperature 5 Time display • • • • Vent reminder 7 Sounds • • • • Slow Cook Sous Vide Yogurt Bake See Cooking for details. After selecting a Smart Program, choose from a variety of popular presets. All preset cooking options are customizable. Choose between None, Low and High. Choose between Low, High, and Custom. In standby, shows OFF.
Control panel 8 Cooking progress bar Shows when the multicooker is in Pre-heating, Cooking and Keep Warm. See Control panel: Cooking progress bar for more information. 9 10 Fav 1 to 5 Control dial One-touch access to 5 of your favorite recipes. See Cooking: Fav 5 for more information. Turn the dial to scroll through Smart Programs, modify status icons, and adjust the time, temperature, and pressure levels. The dial is also a button. Press the dial to confirm your selections.
Status messages The Pro is in standby mode, ready to make your next favorite meal. The multicooker is Pre-heating. The inner pot has reached the perfect cooking temperature and food can be added. Only applies to Sauté and Sous Vide. The display shows one of the following: • The remaining Cooking time when a Smart Program is running, • The Delay Start countdown, • How long food has been in Keep Warm. The Yogurt Smart Program is set to pasteurization mode. See Cooking: Yogurt for more information.
Pressure control features See Care, cleaning and storage for installation and removal of parts. Pressure cooking lid What we love about it When you close the lid (over the handles on the new inner pot!), it automatically sets to Seal for seriously easy pressure cooking. The lid handle is comfortable to use whether you’re left or right-handed, and, stands up in the multicooker base! When it’s plugged in, the Pro plays a little jingle when you open and close the lid.
Pressure control features QuickCool™ For the fastest Natural Release after pressure cooking, use the QuickCool tray*. What we love about it It’s a huge timer saver — you can release pressure naturally up to 50% faster! What you should know about it The metal portion of the lid gets extremely hot, so don’t remove the protective cover unless you’re using QuickCool. To use the QuickCool tray, fill it with ice or water and freeze it.
Pressure control features Seal Seal Vent Vent Seal Position Vent Position See Releasing pressure: Venting methods for safe depressurization techniques. Steam release assembly The steam release assembly must be fully installed before use. Steam release cover Steam release valve Steam release pipe What we love about it When the valve is venting, the steam release cover disperses the steam, so the quick release of pressure is soft and gentle.
Pressure control features Anti-block shield The anti-block shield prevents food particles from coming up through the steam release pipe, which assists with pressure regulation. The anti-block shield is integral to product safety and necessary for pressure cooking, so it must be installed before use. Sealing ring When the pressure cooking lid is closed, the sealing ring creates an air-tight seal between the lid and the inner pot. The sealing ring must be installed before use.
Pressure control features Float valve The float valve lets you know when there is pressure in the multicooker (pressurized) or not (depressurized). It appears in 2 positions: Pressurized The float valve has visibly popped up above the surface of the lid. Depressurized The float valve has descended, and the top is flush with the lid or below. The float valve and silicone cap work together to seal in pressurized steam. These parts must be installed before use.
Cooking Smart program overview Smart Program Cooking presets Pressure levels Pressure Cook Custom, Chicken, Sterilize, Pasta, Beef, Soup, Egg, Beans Low High — Rice/Grain Custom, White Rice, Brown Rice Low High — Steam Custom — Low High (100°C / 212°F) — Low High Custom: Level 1 to 5 Level 1 to 5 works like your stovetop sauté pan where 5 is the highest heat for browning, and 1 is the lowest heat for simmer. Works just like a traditional slow cooker.
Cooking Pressure Cook and Rice Jump start magic! These programs use pressurized steam to cook food quickly, evenly, and deeply, for delicious results every time! For the best pressure cooking results, always follow an authorized Instant Pot recipe or our tried, tested and true pressure cooking timetables which feature grain-to-water ratios for making a variety of rice and grains. Choose from 2 pressure levels, depending on the Smart Program. Pressure level Suggested use Notes Low 5.8 – 7.
Cooking Pressure Cook, Rice/Grain, Steam, Sauté, Slow Cook, Sous Vide, Yogurt, Bake and Keep Warm Find full instructions and cooking guidelines in the user manual online at instanthome.com/pro.
Cooking Smart Program Cooking presets Slow Cook Custom Chicken Beef Soup High High High High Beans High Custom 60°C 140°F Sous Vide Chicken Beef Default Default temperature pressure – – 60°C 140°F 54°C 130°F – – 70°C 145°F 2 hours (02:00) 2 hours (02:00) 8 hours (08:00) – 30 minutes to 1 hour (boiL) Custom 56°C 133°F – 8 hours (08:00) Custom 176°C 350°F – Cheesecake High High Bread High High Custom – – Low – – High – – Custom High (Pasteurize) 30 minutes (00:30) 4
Cooking Deglazing Sautéing meat and vegetables before pressure cooking is the perfect way to boost flavors, as sugars caramelize from the high heat of the Sauté Smart Program. Deglazing the inner pot lets you unlock those flavors in amazing sauces, gravies and more. To deglaze, remove food items from the inner pot and add a thin liquid, like water, broth or wine to the hot surface. Use a wooden or silicone scraper to list up any food stuck to the bottom of the inner pot and stir it into the liquid.
Using Favorite Programs Set and save 5 custom programs as Favorites for one-touch access to recipes. Saving recipes as Favorites 01 Select any Smart program and set it up according to your recipe. 02 When you’re happy with the settings, touch and hold any Fav key for 3 seconds to save the program. That’s it! Your customized program is ready to use any time you want. You can replace a saved Favorite with a new recipe by repeating these steps again.
Care, cleaning and storage Clean your Instant Pot Pro and its parts after each use. Failure to follow these cleaning instructions may result in catastrophic failure, which may lead to property damage, severe personal injury. Always unplug your multicooker and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning. Never use metal scouring pads, abrasive powders or harsh chemical detergents on any of the Instant Pot’s parts or accessories. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly before use, and before storage.
Care, cleaning and storage WARNING The multicooker base contains electrical components. To avoid fire, electric leakage and/or personal injury, make sure the multicooker base always stays dry. • DO NOT immerse the multicooker base in water or other liquid or attempt to cycle it through the dishwasher. • DO NOT rinse the heating element. • DO NOT submerge or rinse the power cord or the plug.
Care, cleaning and storage Steam release assembly Anti-block shield Remove the steam release assembly Remove the steam release cover, then pull the steam release valve up and off the steam release pipe. Remove the anti-block shield Grip the lid like a steering wheel and use your thumbs to press firmly against the side of the anti-block shield (pressing towards the side of the lid and up) until it pops off the prongs underneath.
Care, cleaning and storage Float valve and silicone cap Condensation collector Remove the float valve from the lid 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, and remove the float valve from the top of the lid. The condensation collector sits at the back of the multicooker base and catches any overflow from the condensation rim.
Warranty One (1) Year Limited Warranty This One (1) Year Limited Warranty applies to purchases made from authorized retailers of Instant Brands Inc. (“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.
Warranty 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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