instantpot-instructions.pdf

User Manual

LUX

Series

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards

Overview

Control and Features

Getting Started

Pressure Cooking

Non-Pressure Cooking

Cooking and Safety Tips

Care and Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Warranty

2 - 5

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Pictures in manual are for reference only. Please refer to actual product.

Important Safeguards

Please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using pressure cookers, basic safety precautions should always be followed.

1) Do not touch hot surfaces of pressure cooker. Use side handles for carrying.

2) Do not place the cooker on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

3) Intended for countertop use only.



5) Never deep fry or pressure fry in the cooker with oil.

6) Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.





or has been damaged in any manner.

9) Do not open the cooker until the cooker has cooled and all internal pressure



do not force it open.

Please see “Getting Started” pages 12 - 14.











level warnings do not apply to non-pressure cooking programs.

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Important Safeguards

Please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference.

11) Make sure the steam release handle is in the Sealing position for all the pressure

cooking programs.

12) This appliance should not be used by or near children or by individuals with disabilities or

limited knowledge in using pressure cookers.

13) Do not immerse the cooker base in water. To protect against electrical shock, do not





press Keep Warm/Cancel, then remove plug from the wall outlet. Unplug from power









17) This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injuries.

Make certain the lid is properly closed before operating. Caution: To reduce the risk of

electric shock, cook only in removable containers. See “Getting Started” pages 12 - 14.





stainless steel or ceramic non-stick inner pots for best results. Other brands may not

have the correct curvature to match the heating element.

19) Be aware that certain foods, such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal and

other cereals, split peas, noodles, macaroni, rhubarb, and spaghetti can foam, froth,

sputter, and clog the steam release valve. These foods should not be cooked under



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

before use.



the sealing ring.

Important Safeguards

Please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference.

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When in operation or releasing pressure DO NOT place

unprotected skin over the steam release valve.

Do not move cooker when

it is in operation

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UP.

DOWN when you open the lid.

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WARNING: Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from

children. Never drape cord over edge of counter, never use power outlet below counter,



Special Cord Set Instructions





-

cal outlet that is easily accessible.

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Important Safeguards

Please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference.

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Model Volume Product Dimensions

Rated

Power

Inner Pot

Dimensions







































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



Model

Volume

Product

Dimensions

Weight

3.9 kg







6.75 kg

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Power

Supply









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

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Overview

Anti-block shield

Steam release

handle

Float valve



marker

Cooker

handle

Control panel





Cooker base



Stainless steel

inner pot



To install:

Position the anti-block

shield in place and

push down

To remove:

Using your thumb, push the side of the

anti-block shield towards the lid rim and



shield should pop out



The control panel of your Instant Pot

+ / - keys to adjust time and

a Keep Warm/Cancel key.

Note that the Lux Mini does not have Cake and Multigrain programs. The

Pressure Cook program on Lux Mini is the same as the Manual program on other

Lux models.

Control and Features

Time Display

Mode Indicators

Cooking Program Keys

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Time







Perfect cooking results

with built-in automatic

programs

Control and Features

Sound

Press and hold the - key

for 3 seconds to

turn sound OFF.

Press and hold the + key

for 3 secounds to

turn sound ON

The Adjust key switches

cooking modes between

Less, Normal and More.

Return to factory default

setting by pressing and

holding the Adjust key

for 3 seconds when

the cooker is in standby

mode.

The Delay Start key sets

the delayed time

before a cooking

program starts

The Keep Warm/Cancel

key ends a cooking

program at any time.

Once a cooking program

is selected, the Auto Keep

Warm function is ON by

default but it can be

turned OFF by pressing

the same cooking program

key again. The function

light indicator will turn OFF.

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Instant Pot is a programmed smart cooker that has preset cooking times for





To return to factory default settings, press Keep Warm/Cancel to return cooker to standby

mode displaying OFF, then press and hold the Adust key for 3 seconds.

Cooking Program Options

Control and Features

Soup without meat.



clear due to lack of boiling

motion under pressure

cooking.

Soup with meat.

Rich bone broth.



Normal

Programs

Suggested Uses

Notes for Users

Modes







desired.







Normal







Denser moist cakes.

New York style cheesecakes.

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Normal

Soft boiled eggs.

Pre-set times are intended



cooking time to account for



Medium boiled eggs.





Normal





Cake

Egg

Sauté



Simmering, thickening and









precaution.

Stir-frying.

Pan searing or browning meat.

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Normal

Control and Features

Programs

Suggested Uses

Notes for Users

Modes



program. The Adjust and

+/- keys will not work in this

program.

Wild rice, brown rice, mung

beans, etc.



based on the type of grains



Wild rice, brown rice, mung

beans, etc.



grains and beans.

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Normal

Oatmeal.

DO NOT use Quick Release



out and block the pressure

release valve. See page 17.

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

various rices and beans.



Normal



minutes of warm water



minutes of pressure

cooking.

Cooking Program Options



Slow Cook

Rice

Multigrain

Porridge



Normal



in some temperature

controlled slow cookers.

Non-pressure cooking

program. You may also use



an option.

Corresponds to MEDIUM

setting in some temperature

controlled slow cookers.



in some temperature

controlled slow cookers.

White rice of various types

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Control and Features

Use the steam rack

provided to elevate food

above the water. Use Quick

Release method to prevent

food from overcooking.

Programs

Suggested Uses

Notes for Users

Modes

Manual programming of

pressure level and cooking

time according to your

favourite recipes or cooking

habits.

Press the + / - keys to

change cooking time. The

Adjust key will not work in

this program.

Cooking Program Options



Fish and Seafood.

Meat.



Normal



Steam

Manual

Cake and Multigrain cooking programs are not available on Lux Mini.

The Manual program is the same as the Pressure Cook program on Lux Mini.

Pressure Cooking Programs:

Working Pressure: 10.2psi (70 kPa)

Pressure Release Pressure Limit: 15.22psi (105kPa)

Working Temperature: 113°C - 118°C (235°F ~ 244°F)

Non-Pressure Cooking Programs:

Keep Warm function: 63 - 78°C (145 ~ 172°F);

Slow Cook function: Less mode: 82-87.8°C / 180-190°F; Normal mode: 87.8-93°C / 190-200°F;

More mode: 93-99°C / 200-210°F;

Sauté function: Less mode: ~105°C (~221°F); Normal mode: ~169°C (~336°F); More mode: ~174°C

(~345°F)

Read warning cards and warning labels. Remove all packaging materials and removable

warning cards from the cooker and accessories.





of the cooker by aligning the top of the collector with the guides on the cooker and press in.

Place the steam release handle on the lid.



Getting Started

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Getting Started

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a b c

Before using your Instant Pot®:

To remove the lid, hold the handle, turn the lid counterclockwise and lift.

Remove the inner pot from the cooker.

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



Wipe the outside of the inner pot dry. Make sure there is no food debris on the

heating element.

Put the inner pot back into the cooker. Rotate slightly to ensure that it is seated

correctly.

Make sure the sealing ring rack is completely set in the groove on the inside of the

sealing ring. Ensure there is no deformation on the sealing ring rack. Do not attempt

to repair a deformed ring rack.

To place lid, reverse Step 1. Place the lid on the cooker, align the mark on the lid

with the OPEN mark and turn clockwise to the CLOSE mark.

Getting Started



and free of debris.



• Do not put the lid on for the Sauté program.





Close the lid. Turn the steam release handle to Sealing position.

Press the Steam button and press the + / - keys to adjust

time to 2 minutes.

The preheating cycle will start after 10 seconds and the cooker will display On. Traces of

Steam program will begin after a few

minutes when working pressure is reached. The cooker will beep and automatically switch

to Keep Warm mode if the Auto Keep Warm function is ON.

*If anything seems to go wrong or if in doubt, refer to the troubleshooting guide on pages

23 - 25, or call the customer care team. Contact information on page 23.*

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Initial Test Run

Pressure Cooking

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Soup/Broth, Meat/Stew, Cake

, Egg, Rice,

Multigrain

, Porridge, Steam or Manual





Keep Warm/Cancel at any time to end

the program. The cooker then goes to standby mode.



Position the steam release handle to Sealing.

OFF, indicating that the

cooker is in standby mode.

Soup/Broth, Meat/Stew, Cake

, Egg, Rice, Multigrain

Porridge, Steam or Manual

Cake and Multigrain cooking programs are not available on LUX Mini.

The Manual program is the same as the Pressure Cook program on LUX Mini.

Pressure Cooking

Change the cooking time

To do this .... Press this button

Adjust

Select between three preset cooking times,

Normal, Less and More by pressing the

Adjust button repeatedly.

Followed by these steps...

+ / - 

faster changes

Set the delayed cooking time Delay Start 1. Use the + / - buttons to set the hours

2. Press Delay Start again

3. Use the + / - buttons to set the minutes



On to

indicate that the cooker has entered preheating cycle. If using Delay Start, the Delay

Start 



On for the preheating cycle. Depending on the amount of food and its temperature, the





cooker enters the pressure cooking cycle and displays the remaining cooking time.



Keep Warm mode if the Auto Keep Warm function is turned ON

L0:02).

If Keep Warm/Cancel is not pressed,

the cooker will turn OFF

Pressure Cooking



Natural Release: 





steam release valve).

Quick Release: Turn the steam release handle to the Venting position to let steam out





Natural Release

Press Keep Warm/CancelOFF, indicating that the cooker is in standby mode.

Open the lid. Make sure the ﬂoat valve is down before opening the lid.

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Do not place hand over

steam release valve

Do not lean face over

cooker when it is in operation or



Non-Pressure Cooking

Sauté, Slow Cook, and Keep Warm.

Sauté

OFF, indicating that the cooker is on standby.

Select the Sauté program.

To change the cooking temperature, press Adjust repeatedly to select

between Less Normal More 

pan searing or browning meat).



The cooker beeps 3 On to indicate that

the cooker has entered the preheating cycle. When the working

Hot.



Keep Warm/Cancel

OFF, indicating that the cooker is in standby mode.

• Do not put the pressure cooker lid on when using the Sauté program. There will be





you have not pressed Keep Warm/Cancel.

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Non-Pressure Cooking

Slow Cook

You may use the Instant Pot® glass lid as an option. If using the pressure cooking lid,

make sure the steam release handle is turned to Venting.

OFF, indicating that the cooker is on standby.

Select the Slow Cook program.



Change the cooking time

To do this .... Press this button

+ / -



Followed by these steps...

Change the cooking

temperature

Adjust

Select between three preset cooking

temperatures, Less, Normal and More by

repeatedly pressing Adjust.

Set the delayed cooking

time

Delay Start

1. Use the + / - buttons to set the hours

2. Press Delay Start again

3. Use the + / - buttons to set the minutes





time.

If using Delay Start, the Delay Start 

selecting this program, the delayed cooking time count down will begin. When count





Non-Pressure Cooking

Keep Warm mode

if the Auto Keep Warm program is turned ON

L0:02). If Keep Warm/Cancel is not pressed, the cooker will turn OFF

If the lid is on, remove it by turning counter-clockwise and lifting.

Press Keep Warm/CancelOFF, indicating that the cooker is in standby

mode.





Venting position. Keep hands and face away from the steam release openings. Failure

to comply may result in scalding or serious injury.

• Do not attempt to open the lid until pressure inside the cooker is completely released.



opened. Do not force lid open.

• When opening the lid, the inner pot may adhere to the lid. This is caused by vacuum

due to cooling. Make sure the steam release handle is in the Venting position and all the

steam is released.

Venting position. Once





generated to cook under pressure. These include cooking sauces, wine, beer, stocks,

juices of fruits and vegetables. Oils, oil-based sauces and thick cooking sauces do not



• Time to pressure and cooking time will vary according to the temperature and



that is at room temperature.

• When using the Delay Start

• The Delay Start program is not recommended for porridge, oatmeal or other foamy



Cooking and Safety Tips

Care and Cleaning

Unplug your Instant Pot and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning.

• All Instant Pot® inner pots, pressure cooker lids, glass lids, and accessories are

dishwasher safe (it is recommended to use the top rack of the dishwasher).

• Remove the inner pot and lid and wash with detergent. Rinse with clear water and

wipe dry with a soft cloth.

• Wipe the inner cooker base rim and slot dry with cloth to prevent rusting of the



• Remove the sealing ring and anti-block shield from the underside of the

lid. Wash with warm, soapy water, rinse with clear water and wipe dry with a soft

cloth.

• The sealing ring must always be properly positioned on the underside of the lid.

• Clean the outer body with a damp soft cloth or sponge.

• Never use harsh chemical detergents, scouring pads or powders on any of the parts

or components.



order and free of debris.

Troubleshooting



return information, please contact the Instant Pot support team using the methods





[email protected]







the cooker carefully before contacting the support for repair.



Problem Possible reason

Sealing ring not installed

properly

Install securely in the sealing

ring rack.

Solution

Float valve in the popped-up

position



downward.



Pressure inside the cooker

Position the steam release

handle to the venting

position to reduce the

internal pressure. Open the

lid after the pressure is

completely released.

Float valve stuck at the

popped-up position



with a pen or long utensil.



Troubleshooting



valve for over 2 minutes



valve silicone seal



seal

Float valve silicone ring

worn- out or missing



silicone ring



Float valve unable to rise

Too little food or water in

inner pot



inner pot

Float valve obstructed by

the lid locking pin

Close the lid completely, see



Steam comes out from

the steam release

valve non-stop

Steam release valve not in

sealing position

Turn the steam release

handle to the sealing

position

Pressure control fails

Contact support





position for the selected

program

Close the lid for pressure

cooking or open the lid for

sautéing



Display remains blank after

connecting the power cord

Bad power connection or no

power

Inspect the power cord to

ensure a good connection,

check if the power outlet is

active

Cooker’s electrical fuse has

blown

Contact support

Steam leaks from the side

of the lid

No sealing ring

Install the sealing ring

Sealing ring damaged

Replace the sealing ring

Food debris attached to the

sealing ring

Clean the sealing ring



Open then close the lid

again

Problem Possible reason

Solution

Troubleshooting

Rice is half cooked or too

hard

Too little water



ratio according to recipe





completes, leave the lid on

for 5 more minutes



Rice is too soft

Too much water



ratio according to recipe

The cooker beeps 5

times and displays the

‘burn’ message after a

cooking program has

started

Indication of overheating.

The cooker has reduced the

heating temperature, and

may not reach cooking

pressure

Starch deposits at the

bottom of the inner pot

might have clogged heat

dissipation. Stop the cooker

and inspect the bottom of

the inner pot

Occasional ticking or light

cracking sound

The sound of power switch-



board when changing

temperature

This is normal

Bottom of the inner pot is

wet.

Wipe bottom of the inner

pot dry before cooking



code appearing on

screen and the

warning beep is ON

Faulty temperature sensor

Contact support

Faulty temperature sensor

Contact support

Temperature is too high

because inner pot is not

placed into the cooker base

Insert the inner pot

properly

Temperature is too high

because there is no water in

inner pot

Put food and water in the

inner pot

Faulty pressure sensor

Contact support

Problem

Possible reason

Solution

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

Limited Warranty









When this appliance is operated and maintained in accordance with written instructions attached to or



























associated with the return of your appliance as provided herein.

Limitation and Exclusions



purchase price of a comparable replacement appliance.





operating instructions, normal wear and tear, commercial use, improper assembly, disassembly, failure to



by an Instant Pot Representative.

2. Repairs where your appliance is used for other than normal, single-family household use or when it is used

in a manner that is contrary to published user or operator instructions.







Warranty

Disclaimer of Implied Warranties

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

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than the representations contained in this warranty.

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You the buyer may have other rights and remedies under your state’s or province’s applicable laws, which

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