Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionCan I customize the cooking programs on this Instant Pot?

• A:Answer Yes, you can customize the cooking programs. There are 5 programmable settings for your own special recipes.

Q: QuestionIs this Instant Pot compatible with induction cooktops?

• A:Answer No, this Instant Pot is not compatible with induction cooktops.

Q: QuestionDoes this pressure cooker come with any accessories?

• A:Answer Yes, it includes an extra sealing ring and a stainless-steel steamer rack with handles.

Q: QuestionWhat is the capacity of this pressure cooker?

• A:Answer This pressure cooker has an 8-quart capacity.

Q: QuestionHow many safety features does this Instant Pot have?

• A:Answer This Instant Pot is equipped with more than 11 safety features.

Q: QuestionCan this be used to pressure can ?

Asked 4 years ago by JR.

• A:Answer Hi there JR! You can use the 8 quart Pro model for what's known as "water boil canning". However, please ensure that you do not pressure can in this model.. Pressure canning requires a minimum 15psi, whereas the 8 quart Pro model is only rated up to 12 psi. This means that it does not reach pressures for safe canning. We currently have two Instant Pots that are capable of pressure canning. The 6 quart Max model and our new 6 quart Pro Plus model. For more information regarding these models, please visit our website or contact our support team.

  Answered 4 years ago by Instant Brands Support

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Q: QuestionHi, does it have a pre set program for meat and beans?

Asked 2 years ago by Dennys.

• A:Answer Hello Dennys. Yes, the Pro model has a preset for beef, chicken and for beans. Enjoy!

  Answered 2 years ago by Instant Brands Support

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Q: Questiondoes this model air fry?

Asked 1 month ago by Roni.

Q: QuestionDo the Rio or Multi-Cooker models allow custom setting the temperature for 95 degrees Fahrenheit or below and setting the time for 36 hours to make L.reuteri cultured food similar to yogurt?

Asked 10 months ago by Chris.

• A:Answer Didn’t try but possibly yes.

  Answered 5 months ago by BrbrsVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWhat kind of material is the inner cooking pot made of?

Asked 1 year ago by Randy.

• A:Answer Stainless steel.

  Answered 5 months ago by BrbrsVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIs the cooking surface stainless steel?

Asked 1 year ago by Instantpot.

• A:Answer Yes. Good quality one.

  Answered 5 months ago by BrbrsVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIs this NSF/Ansi certified?

Asked 1 year ago by Fayzan.

Q: QuestionWhat is the height of the instant pot duo plus 8 qt model?

Asked 2 years ago by Nancy.

• A:Answer Hi Nancy. The Duo Plus 8Qt unit dimensions are as follows: 14.8L × 13.5W × 14.5H inches.

  Answered 2 years ago by Instant Brands Support

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Q: QuestionHow much does this weigh? I'm comparing it to the Ninja 8qt cooker, which is a whopping 25lbs. I won't give this to my mother if it's too heavy for her to carry...

Asked 3 years ago by SarahM.

• A:Answer I didn’t measure but I can say not that heavy for sure.

  Answered 5 months ago by BrbrsVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWill this steam broccoli or shrimp that's uncooked like a steamer would?

Asked 3 years ago by Weatherman.

• A:Answer The Steam function on the Instant Pot - 8Qt Pro Electric Pressure Cooker isn't exactly the same as traditional steaming. It uses pressure to steam the food faster, but the results are almost identical. To set it up, put your food in an oven-safe steamer on the trivet, or directly on the trivet, and add water to the inner pot. Select the Steam function and let the pot do the rest! We have a timetable on our website with the times for common food to help you get started. If there's anything you can't find, please get in touch with us and we'll be happy to help!

  Answered 3 years ago by Instant Brands Support

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Q: QuestionWill this cook rice

Asked 3 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Yes.

  Answered 5 months ago by BrbrsVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionCan u manually set this cooker for slow cooking?

Asked 3 years ago by Shel.

• A:Answer Yes you can but mostly users likes slow cooker better. For pressure cooker I can say really good one.

  Answered 5 months ago by BrbrsVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIn the yogurt setting how low can you set the temperature and what is the max duration the program will run ? I need 100 degrees for minimum 36 hours.

Asked 2 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer The Pro model, Yogurt function custom setting (fermentation), has a temperature range of 77F to 185F and can be set from 00:30-99:30. We hope this helps!

  Answered 2 years ago by Instant Brands Support

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