Handy functions, such as Pressure Level, Keep Warm, Delay Start, and Cancel are in the center. This new model has an Easy Seal Lid, which automatically sets to seal when you close it (with older versions, you had to this yourself and it was easy to forget!). No more wasting time because you could have sworn you sealed it but actually did not.
Older models of the Instant Pot Viva have a Steam program, while newer models have a Sous Vide button in its place. It also cooks a little faster than older models of Instant Pot, like the Duo, so be aware that you may need to adjust your recipes accordingly. The Ultra setting gives you the ability to have more control over what you’re cooking.
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. 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. Never place your face, hands or exposed skin over the appliance opening where heat and steam escapes when removing the lid. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Read this manual carefully and completely, and retain for future reference. WARNING Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury.
I think this is a good starting point, but there are exceptions. Williams Sonoma has a limited edition line of Star Wars themed Instant Pot Duos. I’m particularly fond of R2D2, though to my disappointment, it doesn’t beep like R2 when you’re cooking. Seriously, so much food fits in the Instant Pot Duo Nova 10-quart.
If you’re comparing the older Duo vs Duo Nova, it might be worthwhile buying the Duo Nova because of the auto-seal feature. The display panel has icons that give information about the stage of cooking instant vortex i.e. The Duo display panel has a black and silver color scheme while the Duo Nova has a blue display. Cynthia Lawrence specialises in Homes ecommerce, covering all things homes and garden-related.
Remove the Steam Release Valve cover by pulling it up and off the Steam Release Valve stem. Clean and inspect the Steam Release Valve cover after each cooker use. Reinstall the cover by pressing it firmly downward on to the Steam Release Valve stem until it snaps into place. Do not attempt to operate the pressure cooker without the Steam Release Valve cover installed. The Smart Program pressure level, cooking time and temperature settings will be restored to the factory defaults. Reset All Time and Temperature Settings With the cooker in Standby mode (Display reads “Off”), press and hold Cancel for 10 seconds.