Getting Started with your Instant Pot Pro, 6qt or 8qt

[@druec2863]

I just unboxed my first instant pot. I have the 6qt Pro and everything seems so confusing and advanced compared to the basic instant pot models that most KZbinrs cook with. You're the first person to completely take everything apart in the lid without just pointing and saying what everything is. Thank you for a very thorough video.

[@DodgeChic69]

I just got the Instant Pot Pro for Christmas today...I have never had an Instant Pot before so this is all new to me. I've always been a little nervous about pressure cookers. I came to look for some videos after reading the manual. This video came up first. It's very helpful. Thank you.

[@ellenhal1537]

works great. i love that it has stainless steal pot inside kzbin.infoUgkxG-7WiT7ocumjytOpHDFt632PL0pxXRAg and not the one with coating. we used to have a coated pot before, and the coating slowly peels, and i am sure went into the food that we cooked. Absolutely love stainless steel, and will not use a coated product again.This pot has many settings and many buttons, and i need to sit down with a manual to figure out which setting to use. I used the basic functions, and even though i am not technologically skilled, i turned it on and assembled it without any help.Very satisfied with this product overall.

[@privateeye2490]

@Indigo you can turn off the beeps. When off, push the dial in until you hear a beep (maybe 3 seconds). It will say Unit. Choose F or C by turning the dial. Save/skip by pressing dial again. Choose sound on/off by turning dial. Press dial again to save and return to Unit. Press Start to save and close. Voila!

[@marylou7019]

I just purchased an Instant Pot Pro. I love it! I didn't find the beeping annoying. I am a senior and find the sound very helpful. Thank you for your vedio. It helped me immensely.

[@Finer6woman]

Thanks for taking the pieces apart and talking about cleaning on the lid! Great video!

[@cathydanks8908]

When I take apart my Instapot lid, I always put the little pieces - like the little silicone cap - into a small custard cup. This ensures you won't lose anything. Just a thought. Love your posts!! 🥲🥲

[@ur3961]

THANK you for such a valuable video. I just bought one and like you stated, I would RATHER have the +/- buttons apposed to the knob. I LOVE it! When come time to take the lid off, I take a cloth to always wipe the water out of the inside of the lid before I set it into the slot to rest, and leave it to air out, before I put the lid back on . I hold the lid above the sink when doing so. No problem with smells as I leave it open for awhile to dry. I bet you are so happy in your new kitchen/house now. (smiles)

[@Maurandjane]

Thanks for the tips for the sound ! Drived me crazy :X

[@englishincontext4025]

Superb video ... delivered with clarity and confidence with no superfluous information, or hesitations. Excellent job. Very helpful. Thank you. 👍🇬🇧❤️

[@bontbums7998]

First Instant Pot and I’m a lil intimidated to be honest but your video is super helpful, thank you. Feel a lot better getting it started.

[@billschroedel5249]

Thanks for the vid. Your tutorial was very helpful. I am going to make my first-ever batch of the Super Gut yogurt tonight. I'm very excited to start this journey.

[@michelleaus]

I’m with you, I like everything you’ve shown on this new model except the dial knob snd that sound is definitely annoying. Glad you found the sound off 😀 Thanks for showing.

[@Tam_Eiki]

Just got mine today and I was very curious about the red sealing ring. Thanks for clearing that up right up front!

[@drh3rd]

Found your post tho 3 years ago very very helpful. Thank you. And same for L. Reuteri. You were one of the first I watched on this latter and also extremely helpful. Now to root around to see what you might have on gut and hair loss. Hey, can always pose this.... thank you.

[@SerenityGrace71]

This is the first Instant Pot I bought (arrived today). I bought it for the handles on the pot, and the "Fav" features. BTW, thank you for sharing how to disable the sound.

[@qtsmhealth]

Thank you for this video. I've just purchased this model which is my first instant pot pressure cooker. I haven't used a pressure cooker for decades. I was not intimidated with manual pressure cookers. Sometimes reading comments on the Instant Pot Facebook group can be very confusing because they are talking about so many different models.

[@sandradaves232]

RE: The Sound - Remember those of us who are hard of hearing. I never hear any of the sounds from my IP Duo. Just use your "Sound Off" button. Thanks for this video. I'm definitely going to upgrade to a Pro based on your input.

[@buybuydandavis]

I didn't realize the thing about being able to slip the fin in the lid into the slot in the top to hold the lid. So cool! Evo Duo Plus has it too!

[@henny6566]

Very great video lady. As a single man learning to cook this was really helpful.

[@Suz_408]

Thanks for this video. Just got the Instant Pot Pro and while I love the cooker, I found the manual to be miserably inadequate. You answered some of the questions I had been wondering about. I always look forward to your uploads!

[@IndigoNili]

It's hard to understand why they don't just keep all the good things about a previous model and just add upgrades... Why do they have to go backwards on certain things? 😂

[@erchiguire2733]

@@IndigoNili Because if they makes it perfect, you will only buy it once... and they don't want that!

[@IndigoNili]

Bingo! 💯

[@mimiactivities8536]

@@erchiguire2733 . Good point

[@VickieTNreader14]

Best review hands down. Thank you!

[@Holly51515]

I personally love the sound. i have an instant pot duo evo plus 6qt. I just got this one 8qt. I found the 6qt small for some things.

[@karenketchum5520]

Pulling that sticker off is so satisfying lol. Thank you for showing us your new pressure cooker😊

[@ur3961]

So happy you mentioned pulling the sticker off because I missed seeing that and will have to look at mine to do that!

[@dawnconner9362]

So glad I found your video! I just got mine last night and am super intimidated by it for some reason. Your video was very helpful!

[@IndigoNili]

So glad I could help!

[@mimiactivities8536]

Because it's definitely confusing & intimidating. I'm new to instant pot, & I must say, idk which model to purchase, & once I purchase it, I know I will be confused as to how to use it.

[@Taffycat1]

This is a super informative video, thank you for explaining how to operate the Instant Pot Pro so clearly. I am in the "decision stage" right now, weighing-up the pros and cons of each model, before making my final choice, so I very much appreciated your step-by-step instructions. Thank you again and best wishes, Annie. 🐱

[@thomaswoody9073]

I got the 8qt one like you have. This is a fantastic how-to video!!! Thank you!!!!!!!!!

[@boynhood]

You Rock lmbo I openup the instant pot and seen all the different parts I never really read this instruction but this one here had to and so glad you broke it all down for me thank you so much you made it so much easer to work now!!

[@andreababii06]

Amazing video. I’m using my first instant pot ever 👏 this is very helpful

[@gailee69]

TY!! I just upgraded (lux to duo to viva prev, still have the duo). This video elps my old brain

[@susansims7837]

My son gave this to me for my birthday and I have watched different videos , but you actually did the best. I was setting the timer wrong I thought that was seconds not minutes, LoL 00:00

[@steveanimatrix3887]

I imagine turning the sound "off" also negates the "reminder" (5/10 minutes) alarm? The reason why a lot of manufacturers are going to knobs vs up/down is because they last a lot longer and the up/down gets used way more than the other buttons so they'd wear out a lot quicker.

[@laranadesign4764]

It just turns off the dial pad. Alerts like "burn" and end of the cook cycle will still sound. Otherwise the sound off would be useless.

[@pyosim]

The last six seconds were very useful. The manual does not mention removing a protective sticker from the control panel. The sticker does not start peeling off easily, so I wasn't sure whether I needed to work harder at trying to start the sticker or whether I was risking mutilating the shiny control panel. The last six seconds answered this nagging question.

[@keithguay7523]

I just ordered the insta pot pro to cook my dogs food in it and your video was very informative. Ty

[@janlavallee4418]

Thanks for the video. I had the Duo Nova and the pressure release button broke and is not replaceable. They are unable to replace the lid so IP is sending me this new model as a replacement and can't wait to receive it. Their customer service is exceptional IMHO.

[@marivyncasino823]

Tnx for the complete information on how to start everything

[@jenniferfisher1743]

Super helpful video! I bought my 1st Insta pot and it is the Pro, so it was great to see all of the features! Do you have a cookbook recommendation? I feel like an Insta Pot specific cook book out be helpful.

[@roospike]

Surprising seeing so many upgrading on the regular, I still got the instapot 8qt Wolfgang Puck version from 2013 with the analog timer only. It was about $130. Back then. Hard to justify the upgrading still using multiple Staub cast iron Braisers and Dutch ovens. Very interesting seeing all the upgrades with a modern pressure cookers.

[@shantisekar2613]

Thank you Nili for the helpful video. It was very precise, to the point and eminently relatable

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

I might take the duo pro (8qt) back, & get this one (6qt).

[@conned]

Loved this, clear display,loved the intuitive Dial n display....n control menu.

[@88spaces]

Thank you, Indigo. This video helped me a lot.

[@perrylynch322]

holy cow…you know the in’s and out’s ..great job..!

[@JuzTroublez]

Thank you so much for this video. I was so lost and overwhelmed.

[@stitchesbysue]

Look forward to your comparison to the Duo Evo Plus - your video is what convinced me to by the Duo Evo Plus and I love it. Even my husband uses it every weekend to make eggs and he loves doing it.

[@JamesLloydKeyboardist]

This is a really great review. Thank you so much. I plan on getting this one.

[@qqnqqpart]

The peel at the end! Thank you for your video!

[@troygelinas5667]

My apologies if this question has already been asked but you showed us how to turn off the sound which is great. However, doesn't that make the reminder feature obsolete?

[@judycasey1147]

Thank you very much. I was a lot less nervous having watched you run the test. BUT you really need to emphasize that there will be steam released from the float valve as the cooker builds pressure until the pin pops. I did not catch that on my first viewing of your video so when steam starting coming through the float valve, me and my daughter ran out of the kitchen. LOL When I went back and looked it was there on your video for a few seconds, may have been edited out for the most part. Anyway we are both alive. Thanks

[@IndigoNili]

🤣🤣🤣

[@TheMamaGourmet]

I absolutely love my pro crisp and air fryer ❤️

[@eshapiro9585]

Thank you for this informative video with very clear demonstrations!

[@luisamedina1]

Let's say you want to make yogurt and set it to 48 or 36 hours, can you adjust the temperature "manually" on these if you are on the "Custom" setting, to 100F, 105F, 110F, etc? Some pots do and some don't that's why I'm asking. Thank you very much for posting this informative video!

[@Richard-Seekingwulf]

Thank you that was a very good explanation you were so thorough and help me to make up my mind on which one to buy but I would love to have the crisper lid air fryer and I think that's called the ultimate but it's a little pricey.

[@cindymaddux3507]

I just got the IP Pro60 recently. All my others are IP Duo 6Qts and 1 3Qt Duo Nova. This Pro is a beauty. Haven't used it yet but I love the upgraded features of the handles on the inner pot and the venting slide and that it Seals automatically when the lid is locked in. You mentioned that the inner pot can be used on the stove top.......according to the manual, it can also go into a 450ºF oven.

[@Journeyman1945]

When you lock the lid to cook, it seals automatically. No need to flip the lever to seal.

[@RottenInDenmarkOrginal]

The extra ring is for when you want to make things like cakes and yogurt and you dont want your food to catch savoury odours from things like curry and chili!

[@tommyboy4128]

Excellent explanation of this model and it’s features/settings! Well done 👍🏻

[@the8ctagon]

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[@themrvims]

Thank you so much for the demo! Made it so much easier for this quick dinner we had to make.

[@classykathy1]

Hi Neil: could you tell me if the slow cooker works better on this model or the Evo Duo Plus?? I am considering buying another pot and would really like the slow cooker to work better. Thank you for your help.

[@richardclark4610]

The Instant pot Pro REPLACES the Duo Evo Plus. I set out to buy the Duo Evo but quickly learned that they're no longer available. I bought the 8 Qt Pro....as my first instant pot. I've been using it for a month now and so far, it's been great!

[@michaeljemery]

I generally prefer knobs over buttons, and have never been a fan of the membrane style buttons on Instant Pots. Unfortunately, the knob on this machine looks cheap and flimsy (like the buttons). I wonder which is the least worst option? Overall however, this is a great appliance that I will pick up as soon as it hits the Australia/New Zealand markets (soon). Thank you for another helpful review.

[@shannoncavner8565]

Maybe someone has already commented on this but there are a few videos on how to turn off the sound. The center dial on models with a dial -- push in for 5 seconds while the screen says OFF and there you can turn off the sound. Other models that have the -/+ buttons, same thing but push the minus button for 5 seconds. Some models you have to hit another button like start to complete the selection.

[@shannoncavner8565]

NO MORE SOUND! I tried this on my 3 qt IP and it does work. I pushed the minus button until I saw the display go from OFF to SOFF. After a few seconds, it will be beep and go back to OFF. Select Pressure cook and select your time and the sound is indeed off.

[@teebee1204]

QUESTION, PLEASE! Thank you -- so helpful! I have watched several of your videos and they are very good! I expect my new (first instant pot for me) Pro 6 qt to arrive today! I am quite excited. I am trying to figure out from other people's KZbins whether the yogurt button lets me adjust the temp by DEGREES down to 100F to make L. Reuteri. No one, including you, has actually said (unless I missed it). I did watch you make a batch. Can you fill me in on that? Thanks!

[@jtucci5711]

I was going to spend the extra $20 oh sorry, 19.99 on the 8 quart model until I saw how little a difference there is in the 6 qt and 8 quart pots. Here are the dimensions folks. I really don't understand why they make such a similar size, please let me know. The dimensions for the 6 qt pot are 6.2 x 9.4 in, and for the 8 qt one 6.9 x 10.4 in.

[@Iamsnuggles]

I’m trying to decide between the pro and duo plus. I really can’t decide.

[@rosie7640]

Same. Whst did you buy?

[@Lusi-se4ws]

I just got my IP Pro 8 qt so this video was really helpful… thank you 🙏

[@IndigoNili]

Glad I could help!

[@ddiana5427]

Hello, We are 2 adults and 2 kids and I need extra 2 servings as leftovers to take at work. Is the 6qt enough for this or should I go for the 8qt?

[@NecroBob73]

If you turn the sound off, does that only affect the sounds of the dial & buttons? Or will it not beep when food is done too?

[@Zandanga]

Best Instant Pot review. Very good job. Thanks.

[@ellenkudron6798]

Adding to my cart for prime day! Thank you so much for your great video!

[@joanhayes8958]

Imjust ordered it today for Prime day

[@caominewcomb5329]

Thanks soooo much for telling me how to shut the beep off

[@potaylo]

I would think the steam no pressure would be good for making hard boiled eggs. which on steaming on my stove top, the shells come off easily without destroying the egg whites.

[@shirleylaporte4216]

Thank you so much for this video. I was perplexed!!!!!

[@lorieann8522]

Thank you for this video! My IP Pro is on its way to me so this was helpful, especially in regards to the beep! Can the lid be hand washed?

[@IndigoNili]

Yes. Hand washing is great too 😊

[@tanvav]

TY for showing us your new gadget of the Instant Pot! I love all of your new ggadgets, Tae your time with videos Stay safe

[@theliliay]

I Love this Post - amazing explanations!!!!

[@debrabo100]

Brand new to your channel. I ordered the IP Pro on Prime Day so I am very thankful for this post. I only have the Lux IP and it still works like a charm. I make a lot of homemade yogurt in my crockpot so I am most excited to make it in my new IP. I will definitely be turning off that insanely high pitch beeper. Looking forward to your channel. 🌻💕☕️💐

[@billchecco]

What size and for what price was it on Prime Day? I just ordered from Target for 114.99 before 5% discount for the 8 quart

[@Karen-dm8eq]

@@billchecco It was $80 for the 6 quart Pro. What a deal!!

[@kelciethompson5163]

New to the instant pot! Received this one for my birthday! Sorry if this question has been asked. When it is building pressure are they always really loud?

[@marilynk.5666]

Thanks so much for your reviews of Instant Pots. After your review of the Evo Duo Plus, because of the error codes (plus unavailability everywhere), we recently bought the IP Pro. It's been a challenge, but we're figuring it out, thanks to videos like yours. All you say is very clear, but could you also cover how one goes from Saute at High and then back to Saute at Low in order to simmer WITHOUT having to go through the long pre-heat function just to get back to "cooking" at a lower setting. There must be a way to bypass that pre-heat function when the pot is already hot and a person is simply trying to lower the Saute temp. The same problem occurs in some recipes when one goes from Saute to Pressure Cook and then BACK to the Saute function. That rarely occurs, but we happened to pick a recipe that does that and were so annoyed by that pre-heat function when the pot was hot. Can't the program in it determine it's already hot?! Your thoughts???? Thank you!!!

[@IndigoNili]

The Instant pot has a temperature detector so if the pot is already hot the preheat should at least be very short. If yours is sitting on preheat for too long it could indicate that something is wrong with the temperature detector

[@terytill3652]

@@IndigoNili I just got mine and I appreciated you helped me lots keeps up your great job my dear sis ❤️

[@bestofthebest6571]

Owmy God you are th best talking about this pot explaining nice easy thank you hope your honest job God put it and save it in your book so you might need to use it when need it tank you again

[@cosmicfxx]

When does one decide to either do "natural release" vs "instant release" of pressure?

[@melindawaldrop6926]

I learned alot and thank you!!

[@gladtidings4all]

I want to get a non stick ceramic pot insert instead of using the stainless steel one

[@silvia6773]

Really helpful video! Thank you so much!

[@roysonparsons3300]

Question. If you disable the sound, does that mean the reminders are silent too? BTW, I bought this same instant pot model inspired by your video about the yogurt. I just took it out of the box an hour ago, and my first batch of 36 hour yogurt is underway.

[@BMWF900R]

Thank good I was about to trough the pod due to this sound

[@i_n_c_r_y_p_t_o]

I immediately got up in the middle of watching this and turned off the annoying beeps lol. Thank you.. subscribed! Oh and nice touch with the sticker outro. Lol'd a little there.

[@NomadFM]

Have you ever heard a loud bang when the steam release( not the float valve) bounces up from preheating to high pressure cooking?

[@StephenSmith304]

Does the release reminder still work with the sound off? I see no reason for it to be beeping when I'm pressing buttons but it would be smart if it could still alert you when cooking is done or when to release pressure.

[@luxeboss8985]

Great video. What’s the difference between the IP Pro and IP Ultra please ?

[@anantu36]

In case if someone is watching this video now, duo evo plus is no longer being sold. Really good video though. Thanks.

[@RDens4d]

Yep, I agree, the beep is extremely annoying. Hopefully you’ve figured out how to turn the beeps off, but if not, here’s how: With instant pot in standby mode (display will read “OFF”) press the dial and hold for three seconds. Units will appear. Press the dial again, and sound will appear on the display. You can turn on or off here, using the dial.

[@joe_o_0]

Hi, I don't think you can get this anymore. I tried to find one that has custom temp settings in the yoghurt menu. This has turned out to be quite a challenge :D Do you know which Insta Pot does and where to buy in the EU? Thanks! :)

[@accesstelevision3516]

Hey, I am blind and cannot see the screen, & To use technology I use an screen reader on smart phones. I was hoping you could demonstrate the Instant Pot Pressure Cooker With WiFI item so I may know if it will work with a screen reader I will like to buy one for my kitchen? Turn on screen reader on your smart phone: Apple just ask Siri turn on voice over or Settings > Accessibility > Voiceover. Android, hold volume up+ and down- at the same time, or Settings > Accessibility > TalkBack. And will it work with Amazon Echo devices?

[@shirleycastle5170]

Thank you for the video.

[@theresathomas5162]

Great video, very informative. Thank you

[@t-bonein-sc878]

While looking at the different models trying to decide which to buy, I came upon your video. I liked it and was impressed as you explained everything nicely. I’ve decided on the the “Pro” model (don’t need the “Plus” and its ability to cook by phone app) but I’m trying to decide between the 6 or 8 qt. I’m thinking that for just myself the 6qt would be fine, however I do like to boil p-nuts (bulk) and thus I’m think the 8qt might be better (still trying to decide) and ultimately it will be a personal choice. One thing I wonder about is the “Sterilize” feature and wonder if this “Pro” model can do that? Thanks again for a GREAT video.

[@Witch-is6os]

When the sound it turned off, will it give you a notice that the cooking time is done and what about the 5 or 10 min. release time? Will it remind you?

[@jwstrauc]

What’s the advantage of a 5 or 10 minute natural release before a quick release?

[@IndigoNili]

If you're cooking something like soup or grains a quick release can cause the contents to spray out of the steam release. Letting it naturally release for a little while helps avoid that.

[@watchingyoutube7330]

But do you get the Reminder or any other alerts with the sound off?

[@risasklutteredkitchen1293]

I'm looking to replace my 8 qt duo plus so I'm super interested in this model.

[@IndigoNili]

I wonder if it'll be on sale for Prime Day 🤔🤞🏼

[@risasklutteredkitchen1293]

@@IndigoNili if I say I want another Instant Pot my husband will strangle me!! I already have 4 models but if I tell him I want to sell my 8 qt and get a different 8 qt maybe he'll go for it!