1. Introdución
Welcome to the Instant Pot 20-Cup Rice and Grain Multi-Cooker instruction manual. This appliance is designed to simplify your cooking process, offering 8-in-1 functionality including rice cooking, grain preparation, slow cooking, steaming, and sautéing. A key feature is the CarbReduce Technology, which can reduce carbohydrates and sugar in rice by up to 40% without compromising taste or texture. Please read this manual thoroughly before first use to ensure safe and optimal operation.
Image 1.1: The Instant Pot 20-Cup Rice and Grain Multi-Cooker, showcasinpolo seu elegante deseño e a súa pantalla dixital.
2. Información importante de seguridade
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
- Lea todas as instrucións antes de facer funcionar o aparello.
- Non toque superficies quentes. Use asas ou botóns.
- Para protexerse contra descargas eléctricas, non mergulle o cable, os enchufes nin a unidade principal en auga ou noutro líquido.
- É necesaria unha estreita supervisión cando calquera aparello é usado por nenos ou preto de eles.
- Desenchufe da toma cando non estea en uso e antes de limpalo. Deixar arrefriar antes de poñer ou quitar pezas.
- Non faga funcionar ningún aparello cun cable ou enchufe danados, ou despois de que o aparello funcione mal ou teña dano dalgún xeito.
- Non use ao aire libre.
- Non deixes que o cable colgue do bordo da mesa ou do mostrador nin toque superficies quentes.
- Non o coloque sobre ou preto dun queimador eléctrico ou de gas quente, nin nun forno quente.
- Débese ter moito coidado ao mover un aparello que conteña aceite quente ou outros líquidos quentes.
- Conecte sempre primeiro o enchufe ao electrodoméstico e, a seguir, o cable á toma de corrente. Para desconectalo, poña calquera control na posición de apagado e, a seguir, retire o enchufe da toma de corrente.
- Non use o aparello para outros usos que os previstos.
3. Produto rematadoview
3.1 Compoñentes
The Instant Pot Multi-Cooker includes several key components designed for optimal performance and ease of use:
- Unidade principal: The exterior housing with control panel and heating element.
- Pote de cociña antiadherente: A PFOA-free inner pot for cooking.
- CarbReduce Stainless Steel Steam Basket: Used for carb-reducing functions and steaming.
- Tapa: Tapa extraíble para facilitar a limpeza.
- Accesorios: Includes a rice spoon and a measuring cup.
Imaxe 3.1: Explosión view of the Instant Pot Multi-Cooker, showing the CarbReduce steam basket, non-stick cooking pot, and included accessories.
3.2 Panel de control
The control panel features a digital display and several buttons for selecting cooking programs and adjusting settings:
- Menu Select: Percorre ciclicamente os 8 programas de cocción predefinidos.
- Comezo: Inicia o programa de cocción seleccionado.
- Cancelar: Stops the current cooking program or clears settings.
- Inicio atrasado: Define unha hora de inicio diferida para a cocción.
- Manter quente: Automatically activates after cooking or can be manually selected to keep food warm for up to 10 hours.
- Botóns +/-: Axusta o tempo de cocción ou atrasa a hora de inicio.
Image 3.2: The control panel displaying various smart programs and settings.
4. Configuración
4.1 Limpeza inicial
Before first use, wash the non-stick cooking pot, CarbReduce stainless steel steam basket, and the removable lid in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry all parts. Wipe the exterior of the main unit with a damp pano.
4.2 Colocación
Place the multi-cooker on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface away from heat sources and water. Ensure adequate ventilation around the appliance.
4.3 Conexión de alimentación
Plug the power cord into a grounded 120V 60Hz electrical outlet. The display will illuminate, indicating the appliance is ready for use.
5. Instrucións de funcionamento
5.1 Funcionamento xeral
- Add ingredients to the cooking pot or CarbReduce basket as required by your recipe.
- Place the cooking pot into the main unit, then place the CarbReduce basket (if used) inside the cooking pot.
- Pecha a tapa de forma segura.
- Preme o Seleccionar menú button repeatedly to cycle through the available cooking programs until your desired program is highlighted.
- Usa o +/- buttons to adjust the cooking time if necessary.
- Preme Comeza para comezar o ciclo de cocción.
- Once cooking is complete, the appliance will typically switch to Mantéñase quente modo automaticamente.
- To cancel a program at any time, press the Cancelar botón.
5.2 Programas de cociña
The Instant Pot Multi-Cooker features 8 smart cooking programs:
- Arroz branco: For cooking various types of white rice.
- Arroz integral: Optimized for brown rice.
- Quinoa: For cooking quinoa.
- Mixed Grains: Suitable for blends of different grains.
- CarbReduce: Specifically designed to reduce carbs and sugar in rice.
- Vapor: Para cociñar ao vapor verduras, peixe e outros alimentos.
- Cociña lenta: For slow-cooking recipes.
- Saltear: For browning ingredients before cooking or for stir-frying.
5.3 Using CarbReduce Technology
The CarbReduce function utilizes a unique process to separate starches from rice, potentially reducing carbohydrate and sugar content by up to 40%.
- Add your desired amount of rice to the CarbReduce stainless steel steam basket.
- Place the CarbReduce basket into the non-stick cooking pot.
- Add water to the cooking pot, ensuring it covers the rice in the CarbReduce basket. The built-in level marks inside the CarbReduce steam basket can assist with water measurement. Note: Some users find adjusting the water ratio from standard instructions beneficial for desired texture; experiment to find your preference.
- Seleccione o CarbReduce program using the Seleccionar menú botón.
- Preme Comeza. The appliance will boil water, creating steam that cooks the rice while allowing excess starches to drain into the pot below.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully remove the CarbReduce basket and cooking pot. For best results and to prevent mushy rice, promptly drain any remaining water from the bottom pot after cooking.
Step 1: Add extra water.
Step 2: Boiling water creates steam.
Step 3: Carbs and sugar drain.
Step 4: Enjoy fluffy rice.
Image 5.1: Visual representation of the CarbReduce cooking process.
Image 5.2: Illustration of the CarbReduce Technology in action, showing starch separation.
6. Mantemento e Limpeza
Regular cleaning ensures the longevity and optimal performance of your Instant Pot Multi-Cooker.
- Pote de cociña antiadherente: The cooking pot is dishwasher-safe. For hand washing, use warm, soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge.
- CarbReduce Stainless Steel Steam Basket: The steam basket is dishwasher-safe. For hand washing, use warm, soapy water. Avoid abrasive scrubbers to prevent scratching.
- Tapa extraíble: The lid is dishwasher-safe. Ensure all food residue is removed from crevices.
- Unidade principal: Limpe o exterior cun anuncioamp pano. Non mergulle a unidade principal en auga nin en ningún outro líquido.
- Accesorios: The rice spoon and measuring cup are dishwasher-safe.
Always ensure all parts are completely dry before reassembling and storing the appliance.
7 Solución de problemas
This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your multi-cooker.
| Problema | Causa posible | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| Rice is mushy or too soft (especially with CarbReduce) | Too much water; water not drained after CarbReduce cycle. | Reduce water slightly for future cooks. Ensure to drain water from the bottom pot immediately after the CarbReduce cycle finishes. |
| O arroz está demasiado duro ou pouco cocido | Not enough water; incorrect program selected. | Increase water slightly for future cooks. Ensure the correct program (e.g., Brown Rice for brown rice) is selected. |
| O aparello non se acende | Non conectado; apagadotage; toma de corrente avariada. | Comprobe se o cable de alimentación está ben conectado a unha toma de corrente que funcione. Probe cunha toma diferente. |
| Food sticks to the CarbReduce basket | Starch residue. | Soak the basket in warm, soapy water before cleaning. Use a non-abrasive brush or sponge. |
| Water collects on the rim when opening the lid | Condensation from cooking. | This is normal. Carefully open the lid away from you to allow condensation to drip into the pot or onto a cloth. |
If you encounter an issue not listed here, please contact customer support.
8. Especificacións
- Modelo: 140-5003-01
- Marca: Instantánea
- Capacidade: 4.74 Liters (20-Cup cooked rice)
- Material: Plastic (exterior), PFOA-free non-stick (cooking pot), Stainless Steel (CarbReduce basket, lid material)
- Potencia: 860 vatios
- Voltage: 120 V, 60 Hz
- Peso do artigo: 8.4 libras
- Dimensións do paquete: 13.5 x 13.38 x 12.75 polgadas
- Coidado do produto: Dishwasher Safe (cooking pot, CarbReduce basket, lid)
- UPC: 810028581906
9. Garantía e soporte
Your Instant Pot 20-Cup Rice and Grain Multi-Cooker is covered by a limited warranty. For detailed warranty information, product registration, or technical support, please visit the official Instant Pot websitio web ou póñase en contacto co seu departamento de atención ao cliente. Garde o recibo da compra como proba de compra.
For further assistance, please refer to the contact information provided on the Instant Brands websitio web ou dentro da embalaxe do produto.
