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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

Remove the inner pot from the

multicooker base and fill it to the first

line (1) with water.

Insert the inner pot into the multicooker

base.

Connect the power cord to a 120 V

power source.

The display shows

OFF

Place and close the lid as described

Pressure control features: pressure

cooking lid

The lid automatically seals for pressure
cooking.

Stage 2: "Cooking" (...but not really, this is

just a test!)

Touch

Pressure Cook

When

Custom

flashes, press the dial to

select it and go to the next field.

When the pressure level flashes, press

the dial to select

High

pressure and go

to the next field.

When the time flashes, turn the dial

to adjust the cook time to 5 minutes
(

00:05

Press the dial to confirm the change
and go to the next field.

Customizations are saved to the Smart
Program when cooking begins.

When

Reminder

flashes, turn the dial

to toggle between vent reminder
options. Select

Off

and press the dial

to confirm. See

Control panel

for more

information.

Select

Off

and press the dial to confirm.

Touch

Start

to begin.

The display shows

and the cooking

progress bar shows

Pre-heating

Keep Warm turns on automatically after

some Smart Programs finish. Touch

Keep Warm

to turn the setting off for

this test.

Instant tip: While the multicooker does
its thing, read

Pressure cooking 101

find out how the magic happens.

Stage 3: Releasing pressure

When

Cooking

finishes, the display

shows

End

If you have set a 5 or 10 minute vent
reminder, the reminder timer begins to
count down.

Follow instructions for a Quick Release
in

Releasing pressure: Venting

methods

Wait for the float valve to drop, then

carefully open and remove the lid as
described in Pressure control features:
Pressure cooking lid.

Using proper hand protection, remove
the inner pot from the multicooker
base, discard the water and thoroughly
dry the inner pot.

That's it! You're good to go :)

Summary of Contents for Pro 60

Page 1: ...register Download the Instant Pot App for 1000 recipes at instantpot com app User manual Important safeguards Products parts and accessories Get started Pressure cooking 101 Releasing pressure Control panel Pressure control features Cooking Care cleaning and storage Troubleshooting Warranty Contact ...

Page 2: ... For household use only Not for commercial use Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use 04 For countertop use only Always operate the appliance on a stable noncombustible level surface Do not place on anything that may block the vents on the bottom of the appliance Do not place on a hot stove 05 Heat from an external source will damage the appliance DO NOT place the applia...

Page 3: ... cooks under pressure Any pressure in the appliance can be hazardous Allow the appliance to depressurize naturally or release all excess pressure before opening Inappropriate use may result in burns injury and or property damage Make sure the appliance is properly closed before operating Refer to Pressure control features pressure cooking lid DO NOT cover or obstruct the steam release valve and or...

Page 4: ...as they may cause risk of fire and or personal injury 13 Proper maintenance is recommended before and after each use Check the steam release valve steam release pipe anti block shield and float valve for clogging Before inserting the inner pot into the multicooker base make sure both parts are dry and free of food debris Let the appliance cool to room temperature before cleaning or storage 14 Do n...

Page 5: ... inner pot installed To prevent personal injury and damage to the appliance only replace the sealing ring with an authorized Instant Pot sealing ring 19 DO NOT attempt to repair replace or modify components of the appliance as this may cause electric shock fire or injury and will void the warranty 20 Do not tamper with any of the safety mechanisms as this may result in injury or property damage 21...

Page 6: ...se 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 WARNING Electrical shock hazard Use grounded outlet only DO NOT remove ground DO NOT use an adapter DO NOT use an extension cord Failure to follow these instruc...

Page 7: ...ce 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 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 8 H Model Pro 80 1400 W 120 V 60 Hz 8 Quarts 7 6 Litres 7 18 kg 15 83 lb in 14 4 L 13 9 W 14 2 H Find your model name and serial number Find t...

Page 8: ...p It won t bite 11 Initial test run water test 12 Pressure cooking 101 14 Control panel 18 Status messages 20 Settings 21 Pressure control features 23 Cooking 28 Smart program overview 29 Pressure Cook and Rice 30 Steam 33 Sauté 35 Deglazing 36 Slow Cook 37 Sous Vide 38 Yogurt 43 Bake 46 Keep Warm 47 Using Favorite Programs 48 Care cleaning and storage 49 Troubleshooting 53 Warranty 56 Contact 58 ...

Page 9: ...ert the left or right lid fin into corresponding lid holders on the base to stand it up and save some space Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product Always refer to the actual product Steam release assembly Float valve Steam release cover Steam release valve Steam release pipe Lid fin Lid position markers Quick release switch Lid handle Lid fin Q...

Page 10: ...mpact 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 Multicooker base Accessories Inner pot Steam rack Extra sealing ring Condensation collector rear Condensation rim Heating element interior Power cord rear Cord holder rear Outer pot Lid holder Control panel Stainless ste...

Page 11: ...5 You may be tempted to put the Pro on your stovetop but don t do it Place the multicooker base on a stable level surface away from combustible material and external heat sources Is something missing or damaged Get in touch with a Customer Care Advisor through our chat widget at instantpot com chat by email at support instantpot com or by phone at 1 800 828 7280 and we ll happily make some magic h...

Page 12: ...nutes 00 05 Press the dial to confirm the change and go to the next field Customizations are saved to the Smart Program when cooking begins 05 When Reminder flashes turn the dial to toggle between vent reminder options Select Off and press the dial to confirm See Control panel for more information 06 Select Off and press the dial to confirm 07 Touch Start to begin The display shows On and the cook...

Page 13: ... cooking Always use appropriate heat protection when handling a hot inner pot to avoid burn injury DANGER DO NOT attempt to remove the lid while the float valve is up and NEVER attempt to force the lid open Contents are under extreme pressure Float valve must be down before attempting to remove the lid Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury and or property damag...

Page 14: ...you see What you don t see Tips The cooking progress bar moves over to Cooking The display switches to the cooking countdown timer When the Instant Pot reaches the required pressure level cooking begins The multicooker automatically maintains High or Low pressure throughout cooking A higher pressure means a higher temperature Smart Program settings e g cooking time pressure level etc can be adjust...

Page 15: ... release assembly when releasing pressure to avoid injury Do not cover or obstruct the steam release valve or cover to avoid injury and or property damage DANGER DO NOT attempt to remove the lid while the float valve is up and NEVER attempt to force the lid open Contents are under extreme pressure Float valve must be down before attempting to remove the lid Failure to follow these instructions may...

Page 16: ... up to 40 minutes with some dishes so plan ahead it s well worth the wait See QuickCool to find out how to naturally release pressure faster than ever before NOTICE Use NR to depressurize the multicooker after cooking high starch foods like soups stews chilis pasta oatmeal and congee or after cooking foods that expand when cooked like beans and grains Quick Release QR or QPR Stops cooking quickly ...

Page 17: ...its the cover and disperses If the cover is not installed properly a loud jet of steam will eject 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 p...

Page 18: ...essure Choose between None Low and High 4 Temperature Choose between Low High and Custom 5 Time display In standby shows OFF For Smart Programs the display counts down and for Keep Warm the display counts up Some Smart Programs display the temperature in ºC Celsius or ºF Fahrenheit 6 Vent reminder Only used when pressure cooking 7 Sounds Sounds are on Sounds are off Audible safety and error messag...

Page 19: ...arm on or off Can only be used with Pressure Cook Rice and Slow Cook or as a standalone program when in standby 13 Cancel Stops a Smart Program at any time and returns the multicooker to standby 14 Start Begins the selected Smart Program Control panel Cooking progress bar 1 2 3 1 Preheating Pre heating is in progress The display shows On during the pre heating stage to let you know that it s worki...

Page 20: ...rogram is set to pasteurization mode See Cooking Yogurt for more information Displays when you re setting up Sous Vide cooking to show the default temperature setting To set a custom cooking temperature turn the dial when the temperature flashes Then press the dial to make your selection Displays when you press a Fav key to save a Favorite recipe Displays when you press a Fav key that hasn t been ...

Page 21: ...mperature and pressure level are saved once the Smart Program begins See Cooking for more information On the fly changes to cooking settings Once a Smart Program has started press the dial to enter the cooking settings Turn the dial to adjust settings then press the dial to confirm your changes and go to the next field When you re happy with the settings touch Start to confirm your changes and res...

Page 22: ...set for 5 seconds The Smart Program s cooking time pressure level and or temperature are restored to the factory default setting The Fav 5 programs cannot be reset individually Reset all Smart Programs When in standby touch and hold Cancel until the multicooker beeps All Smart Program cooking times pressure levels and or temperatures are restored to factory default settings ...

Page 23: ...n taste test as you go When pressure cooking the lid only locks into place once the multicooker has pressurized Try not to remove the lid unnecessarily Removing the lid 01 Grip the lid handle and turn it counter clockwise to align the symbol on the lid with the symbol on the rim of the multicooker base 02 Lift the lid up and off the multicooker base towards your body See Releasing pressure Venting...

Page 24: ...etal of the lid When the float valve drops into the lid remove the QuickCool tray discard the water and open the lid Use caution when removing the tray as some or all of the ice may have melted QuickCool tray sold separately at instantbrands com product instant pot accessories CAUTION The lid will be hot during and after cooking Do not touch the exposed metal with bare skin to avoid injury Quick r...

Page 25: ...team so the quick release of pressure is soft and gentle When releasing pressure steam travels up from the inner pot through the steam release pipe and out from the top of the steam release valve so it s important to keep the area clean and clear The steam release valve sits loosely on the steam release pipe WARNING Do not cover or block the steam release assembly in any way to avoid injury and or...

Page 26: ...e sealing ring should be installed in the lid at a time Instant Tip Silicone is porous so it absorbs strong aromas and certain flavors Keep extra sealing rings on hand to limit the transfer of those aromas and flavors between dishes Visit our store to start color coding your cooking CAUTION Always check for cuts deformation and correct installation before cooking as sealing rings stretch over time...

Page 27: ...ions The float valve and silicone cap work together to seal in pressurized steam These parts must be installed before use Do not attempt to operate the Instant Pot without the float valve properly installed Do not touch the float valve during use DANGER DO NOT attempt to remove the lid while the float valve is up and NEVER attempt to force the lid open Contents are under extreme pressure Float val...

Page 28: ...ow these instructions may damage the multicooker Replace damaged parts to make sure safe function WARNING DO NOT fill inner pot higher than the Max PC Fill line as indicated on the inner pot to avoid personal injury and or property damage When cooking foods that expand e g rice beans pasta do not fill the inner pot higher than the Half Fill line as indicated on the inner pot Always cook with the i...

Page 29: ...steam program which is great for cooking delicate food like zucchini and broccoli Sauté Custom 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 Slow Cook Custom Chicken Beef Beans Soup Works just like a traditional slow cooker Ensure cooking time is set to 4 hours or more for optimal result Caution Cooking less than 3 hour...

Page 30: ...emperature High 10 2 11 6 psi 70 90 kPa Eggs meat poultry root vegetables oats beans grains bone broth stew chili Pressure cooking liquids should be water based such as broth stock soup or juice If using canned condensed or cream based soup add liquid as directed below Instant pot size Minimum liquid for pressure cooking 6 Quarts 5 7 Litres 1 cups 375 mL 12 oz 8 Quarts 7 6 Litres 2 cups 500 mL 16 ...

Page 31: ... 01 to 01 00 Brown Rice High 30 minutes 00 30 White Rice Low 12 minutes 00 12 1 minute to 30 minutes 00 01 to 00 30 Stage 1 Setting up the Pro for pressure cooking 01 Add food and liquid to the inner pot as indicated in your recipe Insert the inner pot into the multicooker base 02 Place and close the pressure cooking lid as described in Pressure control features Pressure cooking lid Stage 2 Pressu...

Page 32: ... not be kept warm for more than 10 hours If cooking thick or starchy foods heat may not dissipate evenly To ensure food safety stir the contents of thicker dishes every 40 to 60 minutes If you have set a 5 or 10 minute vent reminder the reminder timer begins to count down 02 When you re ready follow your recipe s instructions to choose a venting method See Releasing Pressure for information on saf...

Page 33: ...ing times Temperature range Time range Steam Custom High 30 minutes 00 30 Low 83 C 181 F High 100 C 212 F Not adjustable 1 minute to 1 hour 00 01 to 01 00 Low CAUTION The inner pot and accessories will be hot during and after cooking Always use appropriate hand protection when adding to or removing food from a hot inner pot to avoid injury and or property damage NOTICE The float valve should not r...

Page 34: ...hrough the preset cooking options Press the dial to make your selection and go to the next field 03 When the temperature flashes turn the dial to toggle between High and Low temperature Press the dial to make your selection and go to the next field 04 When the time flashes turn the dial to adjust the cooking time 05 Touch Start to begin The display shows On and the cooking progress bar shows Pre h...

Page 35: ...re similar to the temperature levels on your stovetop Press the dial to make your selection and go to the next field 05 When the time flashes turn the dial to adjust the cooking time 06 Touch Start to begin The display shows On and the cooking progress bar shows Pre heating Stage 2 Sautéing 01 When the Pro reaches the target temperature the progress bar moves over to Cooking and the display shows ...

Page 36: ...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 st...

Page 37: ...any glass lid with a venting hole will do Stage 2 Slow cooking 01 Touch Slow Cook 02 When Custom flashes turn the dial to toggle through the preset cooking options Press the dial to make your selection and go to the next field 03 When the temperature flashes turn the dial to toggle between High and Low temperature Press the dial to make your selection and go to the next field 04 When the time flas...

Page 38: ...3 00 30 minutes to 99 hours and 30 minutes 00 30 to 99 30 Chicken 60 C 140 F 2 hours 02 00 10 minutes to 99 hours and 30 minutes 00 10 to 99 30 Beef 54 C 130 F 2 hours 02 00 Egg 70 C 145 F 30 minutes 00 30 10 minutes to 24 hours 00 10 to 24 00 You ll need Tongs Thermometer Food safe airtight re sealable food pouches or Vacuum sealer and food safe vacuum bag CAUTION Do not overfill the inner pot to...

Page 39: ...isplay shows On and the progress bar shows Pre heating Step 3 Get food ready 01 While the water heats start by seasoning your food as desired See Ingredients and Seasonings on next page for tips 02 When you re ready separate each serving of food into individual pouches 03 Remove all air from the pouches and seal them tightly Step 4 Cook em up 01 Once the water bath is ready the display shows Hot f...

Page 40: ... anything hot to lock in that moisture In general after sautéing steaks need to rest to allow the internal temperature to even out However with sous vide cooking the internal temperature is already consistent So there s no need to rest you can serve your steak immediately Ingredients and Seasonings Salt goes a long way when it has nowhere to go so it s better to use a little less than you normally...

Page 41: ...145 F 1 5 hours 4 hours Poultry Chicken Breast 3 5 cm 1 2 Soft and Juicy 63 C 145 F 1 5 hours 4 hours Traditionally firm 69 C 155 F 1 hour 4 hours Chicken Thigh 3 5 cm 1 2 Juicy and tender 74 C 165 F 1 hour 4 hours Off the bone tender 74 C 165 F 4 hours 8 hours Chicken Leg 5 7 cm 2 3 Juicy and Tender 74 C 165 F 2 hours 7 hours Duck Breast 3 5 cm 1 2 Soft and Juicy 64 C 146 F 2 hours 4 hours Pork B...

Page 42: ... minutes 45 minutes Well done crumbly 57 C 135 F 20 minutes 45 minutes Shrimp Traditionally firm 60 C 140 F 30 minutes 45 minutes Lobster Tail Soft and buttery 60 C 140 F 1 hour 1 hour Scallops Soft and buttery 60 C 140 F 30 minutes 30 minutes Eggs Eggs Large Extra Large Runny 60 C 140 F 45 minutes Soft boiled 63 C 145 F 45 minutes Medium boiled 66 C 151 F 1 hour Hard boiled 73 9 C 165 F 1 hour Fr...

Page 43: ...fault cooking time Time range Yogurt Custom Low Ferment 8 hours 08 00 30 minutes to 99 hours and 30 minutes 00 30 to 99 30 High Pasteurize boiL Will take 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the amount of milk Custom 56 C 133 F 8 hours 08 00 30 minutes to 99 hours and 30 minutes 00 30 to 99 30 Starting with Do this Pasteurized or unpasteurized milk Follow all the steps below Ultra pasteurized milk Sk...

Page 44: ...ure 01 Using a thermometer allow the milk to cool to just below 43 C 110 F 02 Add your starter culture to the milk according to the instructions included with the starter culture product Plain yogurt with active cultures can be used as a starter Follow a trusted Instant Pot yogurt recipe when using yogurt as a starter culture 03 Place and close the pressure cooking lid as described in Pressure con...

Page 45: ... put it in the fridge covered for 12 to 24 hours to allow the flavors to develop Honey nuts seeds and fresh fruit are perfect toppers for your homemade yogurt Tips for yogurt making Yogurt cups are a convenient way to portion out yogurt servings 01 After Step 2 Add starter culture carefully pour the milk into your yogurt cups and seal them tightly 02 Place the steam rack on the bottom of the inner...

Page 46: ...1 Touch Bake 02 When Custom flashes turn the dial to toggle through the preset cooking options Press the dial to make your selection and go to the next field 03 When the pressure level flashes turn the dial to toggle through None Low and High If you choose None turn the dial to set a custom temperature Press the dial to confirm your choice and go to the next field 04 When the time flashes turn the...

Page 47: ...oking time To set a custom temperature touch the Temperature field to toggle to Custom then turn the dial to choose a temperature 04 Touch Start to begin The display shows On and the progress bar shows Pre heating 05 When Keep Warm completes the display shows End CAUTION Thicker foods may prevent even heating which can lead to spoiled food if left unattended When keeping warm food like stew and ch...

Page 48: ...at 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 Using Favorite recipes Depending on your recipe you can add your ingredients to the inner pot before or after Pre heating 01 Touch the Fav key you want to use 02 Touch Start to begin The display shows On and the progress bar shows Pre heating It s real...

Page 49: ... upside down on the multicooker base to allow it to air dry completely Store sealing rings in a well ventilated area to decrease residual odor of flavorful meals To eliminate odors add 1 cup 250 mL 8 oz water and 1 cup 250 mL 8 oz white vinegar to the inner pot then run Pressure Cook for 5 to 10 minutes and QR pressure Check the condensation collector after each use and empty and clean it as neede...

Page 50: ...ng is easiest to remove and install when it is wet and soapy Install the sealing ring Place the sealing ring over the sealing ring rack and firmly press it into place Make sure there s no puckering It should be snug behind the sealing ring rack It may wiggle a bit but shouldn t fall out when you turn over the lid WARNING The multicooker base contains electrical components To avoid fire electric le...

Page 51: ...and press down The cover pressure fits in place QuickCool protective cover Remove the protective cover Grip the tab and push it towards the lid handle then pull it up towards you and off Install the protective cover Grip the tab and slide the cover towards the back of the metal portion of the lid then press down until it clicks Anti block shield Remove the anti block shield Grip the lid like a ste...

Page 52: ...e Condensation collector The condensation collector sits at the back of the multicooker base and catches any overflow from the condensation rim Remove the condensation collector Pull the condensation collector away from the multicooker base do not pull down Note the tabs on the multicooker base and the grooves on the condensation collector Install the condensation collector Align the grooves on th...

Page 53: ...s the float valve downward with a long utensil Contents in multicooker are still hot Hold the quick release switch in the Vent position as you lower the lid onto the multicooker base slowly allowing heat to dissipate Difficulty opening the lid Contents may be under pressure To avoid scalding injury DO NOT attempt to force the lid open Pressure inside the multicooker Release pressure according to r...

Page 54: ...ts size 6 Qt 1 cups 375 mL 12 oz 8 Qt 2 cups 500 mL 16 oz Float valve s silicone cap is damaged or missing Install or replace the float valve and or silicone cap Float valve obstructed by lid locking mechanism Tap the float valve with a long utensil If the float valve does not drop turn the multicooker off Contact Customer Care No heat in the inner pot Perform the Initial test run to check for fun...

Page 55: ...t used for pressure cooking functions Add thin water based liquid to the inner pot according to its size 6 Qt 1 cups 375 mL 12 oz 8 Qt 2 cups 500 mL 16 oz Put on the lid and restart C8 Incorrect inner pot is used Only use a stainless steel Pro Series inner pot with easy grip handles with the Pro Lid The lid is not in the correct position for the selected program Open and close the lid Do not use a...

Page 56: ...terfere with the safe operation of the appliance and will void this Limited Warranty This Limited Warranty does not apply in respect of any appliance or any part thereof that has been altered or modified unless such alterations or modifications were expressly authorized by an Instant Brands representative Limitation and Exclusions The liability of Instant Brands if any for any allegedly defective ...

Page 57: ...R KIND Warranty Registration Please visit www instantpot com support register to register your new Instant Brands appliance and validate your warranty within thirty 30 days of purchase You will be asked to provide the store name date of purchase model number found on the back of your appliance and serial number found on the bottom of your appliance along with your name and email address The regist...

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