Instant Pot Viva V2 6 and 8 Quart Multi-Use Pressure Cooker User Manual
- January 12, 2024
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Instant Pot Viva V2 6 and 8 Quart Multi-Use Pressure Cooker User Manual
VIVA 6 and 8 Quart
Multi-Use Pressure Cookers
Welcome to the world of Instant cooking.
Thank you for welcoming us into your kitchen.
Having families ourselves, we developed the Instant Pot® Viva™ pressure
cookers to allow busy families and professionals alike to cook healthy,
delicious meals more easily and in less time.
We have partnered with chefs, authors and bloggers to compile a collection of
recipes that we hope you enjoy!
Happy cooking,
Robert J. Wang
Founder and Chief Innovation Officer
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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 flame. 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 fill 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 fill the inner pot over —1/2 line. Overfilling may cause a
risk of clogging the steam release pipe and developing excess pressure.
13. WARNING This appliance cooks under pressure. Inappropriate use may result
in burns, injury and/or property damage. Make certain the appliance is
properly closed before operating. Refer to Pressure Control Features— Pressure
Cooking Lid.
14. When cooking meat with skin (e.g. sausage with casing), the skin can
swell when heated. Do not pierce the skin while it is swollen; this could
result in scalding injury.
15. CAUTION When pressure cooking food with a doughy or thick texture, or a
high fat/oil content, contents may splatter when opening the lid. Please
follow recipe instructions for pressure release method. Refer to
Depressurizing the Cooker (Venting Methods).
16. CAUTION Before each use, check the steam release valve/handle, steam
release pipe, anti-block shield and float valve for clogging. Failure to do so
may result in injury or property damage.
17. DANGER Do not open the appliance until it has depressurized and all
internal pressure has been released. If the float valve is still up and/or the
lid is difficult to open, this indicates that the appliance is still
pressurized—do not force it open. Any pressure in the appliance can be
hazardous. Refer to Depressurizing the Cooker (Venting Methods) for
information on releasing pressure. Opening appliance while it is still
pressurized may lead to sudden release of hot contents and may cause burns or
other injuries.
18. Do not use this appliance for deep frying or pressure frying with oil.
19. Do not lean over or place your hands or face over the steam release
valve/ handle or float valve when the appliance is in operation or has
residual pressure. Do not touch the metal portion of the lid when the
appliance is in operation; this could result in injury.
20. Do not cover or obstruct the steam release valve/handle and/or float
valve with cloth or other objects. Obstructing the steam release valve/handle
and/or float valve can create a safety issue and may cause injury.
21. Turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the steam release
valve/handle and/or float valve in a steady stream for longer than 3 minutes.
There may be residual pressure in the appliance. Allow the appliance to
depressurize naturally or release all excess pressure before opening. For more
information on how to release pressure, refer to Depressurizing the Cooker
(Venting Methods).
22. Turn the appliance off if steam escapes from the sides of the lid and
ensure sealing ring is properly installed. Overview of Pressure Control
Features— Sealing Ring for more information.
23. To disconnect, select Cancel, then remove plug from power source.
24. Unplug from the outlet when not in use, as well as before adding or
removing parts or accessories, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug
and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
25. Regularly inspect the appliance and power cord. Do not operate the
appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged, or after the appliance
malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. For assistance, contact
Customer Care at support@instantpot.com or 1-800-828-7280.
26. CAUTION Do not let the power cord hang over edges of tables or counters,
or touch hot surfaces or open flame, including the stovetop.
27. CAUTION Spilled food can cause serious burns. A short power-supply cord
is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement and
tripping.
- Keep the appliance and cord away from children.
- Never drape the power cord over edges of tables or counters.
- Never use below-counter power outlets, and never use with an extension cord.
28. Intended for countertop use only. Keep the appliance on a stable,
heatresistant platform. Do not place on anything that may block the vents on
the bottom of the appliance. Do not place on a hot stove.
29. CAUTION Do not use any accessories or attachments not authorized by
Instant Brands Inc. The use of attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer, may cause a risk of injury, fire or electric shock.
30. CAUTION Before inserting the inner pot into the appliance, clean the
outer surface of the inner pot and the heating element located on the inner
surface of the outer pot with a clean, dry cloth. Ensure they are dry and free
of food debris.
31. 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.
32. Do not tamper with any of the safety mechanisms, as this may result in
injury or property damage.
33. Do not use the appliance in electrical systems other than 120 V/60 Hz for
North America. Do not use with power converters or adapters.
34. This appliance is NOT to be used by children or by persons with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities. Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used near children and these individuals. Children should not
play with this appliance.
35. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
36. Proper maintenance is recommended after each use. Refer to “Care and
Cleaning.” Let the appliance cool to room temperature before cleaning or
storage.
37. Never connect this appliance to an external timer switch or separate
remotecontrol system.
38. CAUTION DO NOT touch accessories during or immediately after cooking. To
avoid personal injury,
- Always use oven mitts when removing accessories, and to handle the inner pot.
- Always place hot accessories on a heat resistant surface or cooking plate.
- Use extreme caution when disposing of hot grease.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or property
damage.
39. Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.
40. CAUTION Extreme caution must be used when the inner pot contains hot oil,
hot food, or hot liquids. Improper use, including moving the cooker base, may
result in personal injury. Do not move the appliance while it is in use.
41. Oversized foods and/or metal utensils must not be inserted into the inner
pot as they may cause risk of fire and/or personal injury.
42. Do not store any materials in the cooker base or inner pot when not in
use.
43. Do not place any combustible materials in the cooker base or inner pot,
such as paper, cardboard, plastic, Styrofoam or wood.
44. Do not use the included accessories in a microwave, toaster oven,
convection or conventional oven, or on a ceramic cooktop, electric coil, gas
range, or outdoor grill.
45. The removable inner pot can be extremely heavy when full of ingredients.
Care should be taken when lifting the inner pot from the cooker base to avoid
burn injury.
46. Use caution when removing the lid. Heat and steam escape as soon as the
lid is removed. Never place your face, hands or exposed skin over the
appliance opening where heat and steam escape when removing the lid.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS