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loose. It works by weight and simply rests on top of the
exhaust pipe. It can also be removed for washing if
necessary by pulling it straight out.
In operation of the cooker for any functions except "Keep
-Warm", "Sauté" or "Slow Cook", align the pointed end of
the steam release handle pointing to "Sealing", indicating
that the pressure cooker is in the sealed position.
The "Sauté" function must be used without the lid. The
"Slow Cook" and “Keep-Warm” can operate with or
without the lid, or using an optional glass lid available at
www.InstantPot.com.
Controls and States of the Cooker
Control Panel
The control panel of your Instant Pot consists of an LED display, 2 pressure indicators, 3 mode
indicators, 4 operation keys and 14 function keys. Each function key has a function indicator light.
Operation keys do not have indicator lights.
States of the Cooker
Your Instant Pot has 3 states which are shown on the LED display and function indicators.
