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Releasing pressure
You must release pressure after pressure cooking before attempting to open the lid.
Follow your recipe’s instructions to choose a venting method.
WARNING
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.
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 oat 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 damage.
Venting methods
Natural release (NR or NPR)
After the cooking nishes, the temperature within the multicooker drops gradually and
the multicooker depressurizes naturally over time.
What to do What to expect
Touch the Venting field on
the control panel to toggle to
Natural.
Venting
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Natural Pulse Quick
When cooking nishes, the multicooker does not
vent, so your meal continues to cook even after the
Smart Program ends.
Instant Tip: This is called “carryover cooking” or “resting”, and
it’s great for large cuts of meat.
The depressurization time may vary based upon the
volume, type and temperature of food and liquid. It
can take up to 40 minutes with some dishes, so plan
ahead — it’s well worth the wait!
When pressure has been fully released, the oat
valve drops into the lid and the pressure indicator
light dims.
NOTICE
Use NR to depressurize the multicooker after cooking high-starch foods (e.g.,
soups, stews, chilis, pasta, oatmeal and congee) or after cooking foods that
expand when cooked (e.g., beans and grains).
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