Instant Pot VIVA Series User Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Table of Contents
Condensation Collector ............................................................................................. 28
Introduction to Viva .......................................................................................................29
Depressurizing the Cooker (Venting Methods) .........................................................31
Natural Release (NR) ....................................................................................................31
Quick Release (QR) .......................................................................................................31
10-Minute NR ................................................................................................................31
Initial Test Run (Water Test) ..........................................................................................33
Using Pressure Cooking Smart Programs .................................................................. 34
Pressure Cooking Settings......................................................................................... 37
Pressure Cooking Tips ................................................................................................ 39
Pressure Cooking Timetable ........................................................................................ 41
Grain-to-Water Ratios ....................................................................................................42
Using Non-Pressure Cooking Smart Programs ......................................................... 44
Slow Cook ..................................................................................................................... 44
Sauté ............................................................................................................................. 45
Yogurt ............................................................................................................................ 46
Sous Vide ...................................................................................................................... 48
Sous Vide Cooking Guidelines ................................................................................. 50
Care and Cleaning .........................................................................................................52
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................54
Warranty ..........................................................................................................................57
Contact Information ...................................................................................................... 59
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed:
1. READ THE GETTING STARTED GUIDE AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS,
SAFEGUARDS, AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THE APPLIANCE.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY
RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
2. Use only the Instant Pot Viva lid with the Instant Pot Viva pressure cooker base.
Using any other pressure cooker lids may cause injury and/or damage.
3. To reduce the risk of pressure leakage, cook only in an authorized stainless
steel Instant Pot inner pot. DO NOT use the appliance without the removable
inner pot installed.
4. To prevent personal injury and damage to the appliance, only replace the
sealing ring with an authorized Instant Pot sealing ring.
5. Always operate the appliance on a stable, non-combustible, level surface.
6. Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in injury or property damage.
7. For household use only. Do not use outdoors. Not for commercial use.
8.
CAUTION
Do not place the appliance on or in close proximity to a hot
gas or electric burner, or a heated oven. Heat from an external source will
damage the appliance. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury
or property damage.
9.
CAUTION
Do not use the appliance near water or ame. Keep out of
direct sunlight. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury or
property damage.
10.
CAUTION
Do not touch hot surfaces. Only use side handles for carrying
or moving. Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance
containing hot liquids. Do not move the appliance when it is under pressure.
11. The cooker base contains electrical components. To avoid electrical shock, do
not put liquid of any kind into cooker base, and do not immerse power cord,
plug, or the appliance in water or other liquid. Do not rinse the appliance
under tap.
12.
CAUTION
Do not ll over PC MAX — 2/3 as indicated on the inner pot.
When cooking foods that expand during cooking such as rice or dried
vegetables, do not ll the inner pot over —1/2 line. Overlling may cause a risk
of clogging the steam release pipe and developing excess pressure.
Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference.
Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
WARNING

Instant Pot VIVA Series Specifications

General

Model	VIVA Series
Material	Stainless Steel
Power	1000 Watts
Keep Warm Function	Yes
Functions	Pressure Cook, Slow Cook, Steam, Sauté, Rice, Yogurt
Capacity	6 Quart
Safety Features	Overheat Protection, Safety Lock
Pressure Levels	High and Low
Delay Start	Yes
Dimensions	13.4 x 12.2 x 12.5 inches
Programs	15 One-Touch Smart Programs