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Overview of Pressure Control Features
Overview of Pressure Control Features
Steam Release Valve
The steam release valve sits loosely on the steam
release pipe. When the cooker releases pressure,
steam is ejected from the top of the steam
release valve.
The steam release valve is integral to product safety
and necessary for pressure cooking. It must be
installed before use and cleaned regularly.
Remove the Steam Release Valve
Pull steam release valve up and off steam release pipe.
Steam release valve must be installed before use and cleaned frequently.
Install the Steam Release Valve
Place the steam release valve on the steam release pipe and press down firmly.
The steam release valve sits loosely on the steam release pipe when installed
properly but should remain in place when the lid is turned over.
The pressure cooking lid
automatically seals
for easy pressure cooking,
but does
not lock into place when closed
. The lid can be removed during Pre-heating but
locks into place once the cooker has pressurized
Refer to
Overview of Pressure Control Features — Float Valve
for information on
pressurization and depressurisation.
Quick Release Button
The quick release button controls the steam release valve, sealing and venting the
cooker as you desire.
Refer to
Depressurising the Cooker (Venting Methods)
for details on safe
depressurisation.
CAUTION
Always check the lid for damage and excessive wear
prior to cooking.
DANGER Do not
attempttoremovethelidwhilethefloatvalveisup.
WARNING
Use only the Instant Pot Duo Crisp lid with the
Instant Pot Duo Crisp pressure cooker base. Using
any other pressure cooker lids may cause injury and/or damage.
WARNING
Do not cover or block the steam release valve.
Remove
Install
Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Always refer to the actual product.
Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product.
Always refer to the actual product.
