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Releasing pressure
Natural Release (NR or NPR)
Cooking stops gradually. As the temperature within the multicooker drops, the Instant Pot
Pro depressurises naturally over time.
What to do What to expect
After cooking has nished,
leave the quick release switch
in the Seal position until the
oat valve drops into the lid.
Seal position
Your meal continues to cook even after the Smart
Programme has ended.
Instant Tip: This is called “carryover cooking” or “resting” and
it’s great for large cuts of meat.
The depressurisation time may vary based on the
volume, type and temperature of food and liquid.
Unless you use QuickCool™ technology, NR can take
up to 40 minutes with some dishes, so plan ahead —
it’s well worth the wait!
See QuickCool to nd out how to naturally release
pressure faster than ever before!
NOTICE
Use NR to depressurise the multicooker after cooking high-starch foods (like
soups, stews, chillis, pasta, oatmeal and congee) or after cooking foods that
expand when cooked (like beans and grains).
Quick Release (QR or QPR)
Stops cooking quickly and prevents overcooking. Perfect for quick-cooking vegetables and
delicate seafood!
What to do What to expect
Move the quick release switch from Seal to
Vent and wait until the oat valve drops
into the lid.
Vent position
When the steam release cover is installed
properly, you’ll hear a mufed hiss as
steam hits the cover and disperses.
If the cover is not installed properly, a loud
jet of steam will be ejected through the
top of the steam release valve.
Seal
Vent
Seal
Vent
Releasing pressure
NOTICE
Do not use QR when cooking fatty, oily, thick or high-starch foods (e.g., stews,
chillis, 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 specic amount of time, then stops quickly when you
release the remaining pressure. Perfect for cooking rice and grains.
What to do What to expect
Leave the quick release
switch in the Seal position
for a few minutes (according
to your recipe) then move it
from Seal to Vent and wait
until the oat valve drops into
the lid.
When the steam release cover is installed properly,
you’ll hear a mufed hiss as steam hits the cover
and disperses.
If the cover is not installed properly, a loud jet of steam
will be ejected through the top of the steam release
valve.
The temperature within the multicooker drops, so the steam
release may not be as powerful as a normal QR.
If you see a lot of spatter while releasing pressure, move the quick release switch back
from Vent to Seal and wait a few minutes before trying to release pressure again. If spatter
continues, use NR to safely release the remaining pressure.
Vent reminder
Set a reminder for your Timed Natural Release so you can step away and own your day.
Recipe calls for... Use this reminder!
Quick Release Off
5 minute Timed
Natural Release
5 min
10 minute Timed
Natural Release
10 min
CAUTION
Steam ejected from the steam release valve is hot. DO NOT place hands, face
or any exposed skin over the steam release assembly when releasing pressure to
avoid injury.