An In-depth Look at Instant Pot Steam Release Handle
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- Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
- This video explains the use and maintenance of the Steam Release Handle on Instant Pot IP-LUX/IP-CSG series. More details and videos are at InstantPot.com.
The Steam Release Handle is a safety device to ensure the pressure in the cooker being under the safety limit of 15.22psi at all time. Before every cooking session, please make sure the steam release handle is free from any food debris.
I echo the other comments. I was wondering if mine was broken. It took me quite a while to find your video but, was I ever relieved when I did! Thanks so much for this no-nonsense ("I'm on RUclips to be a star by demonstrating products as lavishly, slowly, or for as long as I possibly can"), straightforward, and thorough explanation/demonstration!
THANK YOU!! There was nothing in the directions about it being loose and I thought it was broken! Thank you so much!
THANK YOU!!! I just bought mine and I was super enraged when I thought this piece was broken. There is no indication anywhere about how loose this thing was and I was ready to return it. This helped. My excitement to use it is back.
Thank you. This helped me so much. I was initially disappointed thinking my seal was broke because it was so loose. This video is a big help. THANK YOU. 😊
You need to work for Instant Pot! Your directions are MUCH clearer than theirs are! Thanks!
The manual really should cover all of this. Thank you for this helpful video.
SERIOUSLY!!!
I see many of you thought as I, that we purchase a broken piece of equipment right out the box... thank you for clearing that up! GOD Bless all of you (Smile)!
Thank you so much! I thought mine was broke right out of the box.
Jeanette I me too!
Me too 🙊😂
Haha!!! Me too!
Ditto! Glad it wasn't broken before I could break it...
Me too!
2nd video I've watched by this guy tonight and I am feeling very confident and excited as I learn about the very things I had doubts about. Thank you for your videos. We will have beef stew as our first meal in our new instant pot.
Thank you! I thought mine was broken too!! And thanks for showing us how easy it is to remove it and re-attach it too!!
(January 2020) I can not thank you enough for this video. I never got around to cooking my dinner because I couldn't get the lid to work properly. This video was very clear and should be included in the instructions,
Thank you so much. That was such a helpful video. The included instructions are so useless. My valve handle fell off when my lid got accidentally dropped. I thought it just sat there. But you mentioned that little silver pin which had stayed on the lid. I removed it and reattached it to the handle. Works like a charm! Thanks again.
Genuinely helpful. Thank you. That loose handle is disconcerting at first.
Thank you. I just opened mine and thought it was broken.
Helpful even almost 10 years later 🎶 thank you!
OH my gosh. Thank you.. my steam release handle fell off when I dropped my lid. The little metal thing popped out and I watched this video and was able to see how it should go. Get it back on and have it work again!
Thanks for explaining. The steam release handle being loose was my number one concern.
Thanks you for the quick, yet very detailed info on how to fix the sealing/venting knob. Excellent way to explain!
I wish I had seen this video before gifting my fully functional IP to my sister thinking the handle was broken. haha. I just bought another IP for the 3rd time with a total investment of: $130. Thank you for the video!
The instant pot community owes you a debt of gratitude seeing as this video has over 160 thousand views.
Got mine used and wondered about the looseness--thank you for addressing that right away.
Thank you. Very helpful for a beginner as I thought there was an issue with the handle.
That was a very helpful tip .You save me a trip back to target I could take it back out the box now,thank you so much
Thank you very much for this video. It was exactly what I needed . I didn't know to do with the little wire, which came loose and the valve would not longer stay in place, it keep falling off the lid. Fortunately I saved it, and then I watched your video. Muchas gracias!
This tiny bit of information meant a lot! thank you!
Thank you for posting videos like this. Very helpful.
Thank you...mine was sooo loose, I thought it needed to go back to the store. Happy to know I don't have to do that!!
Thank you. That was really handy to troubleshoot. I was worried about the steam leakage.
Thanks, I had a leak which was resolved by cleaning an almost invisible bit of food off of the pin. I didn't realize that access was as simple as pulling the knob !
This is great, thank you. Super helpful. I was wondering about how wobbly / loose the steam release handle should be.
Thank you. That was very helpful. I'm brand new to Instant Pot cooking and that video answered several questions I had :)
I also thought it was broken ;-) thank you!
Thanks, this is what I needed to fix the steaming problem from my pressure release handle.
Oooops, had the steam release handle backwards. ID10-T error. Glad you emphasized the right way it should sit. Thanks!
Thank you very much for this no nonsense video, makes perfect sense!
Same, after removing tag I did not think the valve would seat correctly. Thanks for explaining loose was okay.
I removed steam release handle and cleaned. Now I can put in Sealing position again. Thanks!
Thank you for this video. We just picked up an instant pot last night and I got annoyed thinking it was broken right out of the box.
Thank you, because I needed it
thanks for doing this video - answered all my questions!
That was literally was question, is it supposed to be this loose or did I get ripped off lbs. Thank you for this video!
Super helpful, thanks!
Thank you sir for explaining. We were wondering...
I got drunk and knocked my dads insta pot off the kitchen table with my butt *ON ACCIDENT* and the release valve popped off so it was nice to see this video reassuring that you can put it back on even on the older model! I’d assume!
Oops! You are correct, the release valves come off and should be taken off periodically for cleaning.
Thank you so much! I too thought my was broken. Whew!
Great video, thought mine wasn't installed properly.
Thank you sir. Same here thought it was broken. Thank you much
My handle doesn't snap on, click into place or have the same internal bars that this one has but it still works ok. Thanks.
Is there any resource that describes exactly how the valve is assembled. Position of ALL the pieces.
I've been tasked to reassemble one that has been taken apart by somebody else who didn't know what they were doing.
Is there an exploded diagram anywhere that shows the position of all of the washers and nuts on the valves? I have a stainless steel flat washer and a lock washer, but unsure where they go.
We do not recommend that you attempt to reassemble. Please do not use any Instant Pot that has been disassembled or attempted to be repaired. This could lead to personal injury/damage to property.
Thank God! Directions did not explain. Thank you
Do you know where I can find the silicone disk and pins that go inside the steam release handle? Mine fell out and the handle falls off easily when I remove the cover after cooking if I don't keep it flat. I can't seem to find this replacement part, but only the entire steam release handle. Thanks
Hey Doug! Please get in touch with our Customer Care team at this link so we can help you find the replacement parts you need: www.instanthome.com/contact-us
THANK YOU. I thought i bought a broken one. Was gonna return it
That was great info
Thank you
I think there is something wrong with my steam release handle. I cleaned and checked it’s inside, nothing is there to hinder the sealing process. But my instapot has a hard time coming to pressure. I’ve troubleshooted with i believe all the different reasons why it might not be getting pressurized.
Can I buy or be sent a new steam release handle?
The handle isn't really something that can break, it's just a weight that sits on a post. Most often, it's a recipe issue. Not enough liquid, the liquid is too thick or something is stuck or scorched on the bottom of the pot. You can always give customer service a call: instantpot.com/instant-brands-contact-us/
Mine leaks steam when under pressure. I'm going to try taking it off and checking for debris. Thank you.
Thanks for the video!!
Ive been using mine for years, and now even when in the sealed position, steam gushes out around the release valve. Mine didn't come with the metal pieces, and the 2 replacement valves i ordered didn't either. The user manual says it could be a "pressure control fail". I don't know if i need to replace the metal cage under the release valve lid? Or how i would do that?
Hi Snow, we are sorry to learn about your experience with your Instant Pot! Please reach out to our Customer Care team, who would be happy to troubleshoot this with you: www.instanthome.com/contact-us
At 1:40 you show the underside f the steam release handle. I see an aluminum ring over the top of 2 parallel wires. Mine does not have the ring or wires. Should I be concerned?
Please send a message to our Customer Care team with images of your lid so we can take a look for you: www.instanthome.com/contact-us
If I will put it on sealing positions, the pressure will release when it will reach the limit ?
Correct me I understand there is three positions
1. Releasing (always reales)
2. Sealing (holding the pressure without releasing )
3. Slow cooking and( Auto release )
There are 2 positions. Sealing and venting. You cook with it on sealing to hold in the pressure. When you want to release the pressure, you turn it to venting.
Thank u sooo much
THANK YOU!!!!
I’ve had mine 2 years already and am scared of beginning. Today I took the lid off then replaced it trying to get it in the lock position. When I finally managed it it is still a little loose - not tight as I expected. Is this normal? Does the lid become tight as it pressurizes? Thank you for advice. I’ve looked at quite a few videos and am yet to find any help with the lid specifically. I have the earlier model
The lid does feel a bit loose, that's normal.
Relieved I don't need to send it right back! 😜
Thank you!!!
Thank you so much
Is the valve suppose to go up when turned to sealing? I have the duo 6 qt and when I turn the knob to sealing the valve doesn't go up like it says its suppose to. Does the valve only go up when there is food actually in the pot and is in use??
The pin is an indicator of whether or not there is pressure. When enough pressure has built up, it pushes the pin up to seal the pot. When the pressure is gone, the pin falls.
@@InstantPotOfficial Ok thank you! I was worried mine was broken but after researching & seeing others comments confirmed for me it's ok. 😊
I just did my water test and used the steam function as advised by the manual and it took a long time to get to where it was counting down. Then during countdown the whole time almost I had a lot of steam coming from that knob. It was in the sealing position too so I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.
The pot won't start the countdown until it reaches full pressure. Steam should not be coming from the valve if it's set to sealing though. Make sure it is pushed on all the way and try again, if it still does it, you may want to contact customer support: instantappliances.com/instant-brands-contact-us/
@@InstantPotOfficial I did another water test and it worked just fine after that. Turns out that I didn't have it sealed completely. Thank you!
Thank you!
Mine is not sealing completely , a whisper of steam still escapes. I have taken in apart and cleaned it thoroughly but no luck.
Do these wear out?
The release handle does not, but the seal should be replaced every 12-18 months.
@@InstantPotOfficial Do they sell a replacement? If I push down on mine just a tiny bit it seals up fine
Yeah but what do u do when the brackets come out of the pressure release knob? How to get it back in?
Not sure what you mean by brackets. The Duo SV has a wire in it, if that comes out, you just put it back into the channel inside the handle. None of the other models have anything in the handle.
Can you also do a video for the ULTRA? It has a different looking steam releasing thing. Can it be removed like that too? The water test failed 3 times because this constant steam leaking. I moved it around, playing with it, and after that it worked. But after working beautifully a couple of months I have the same issue now, though the lid looks clean. I need to know if the black upper part of the blocking shield is removable too for ULTRA.
Hi Libertango,
Thank you for your feedback, I've passed it along to our team.
Yes the steam release valve for the Ultra can be removed. On page 6 of the manual there is a diagram you can refer to regarding removing and cleaning the anti-block shield. instantpot.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Ultra-Series-Manual-English-January-24-2018-web.pdf
I don’t know what black upper part you are referring to. I’d recommend contacting support for further help: support.instantpot.com/
my steam release handle is on, it has the sulicon pin still and no food stuck. I have it to sealing and it realeases steam constantly and the pot never pressurizes to cook my food. it doesn't hold the steam in. What's wrong then?
You can contact support for help here: support.instantpot.com/
Can I remove the pressure release handle assembly and clean it in the dishwasher? Thanks!
The entire lid can go in the dishwasher, top rack. It's not a back idea to remove all small pieces so nothing gets lost.
@@InstantPotOfficial Thanks!
My steam release handle will not lock in the sealing position...?..
Mine either. It's only 6 weeks old.
It doesn't really lock into place, you just turn it to the sealing position. It will feel loose.
I don't see that little bracket in my handle..
Mine does the water test just fine and passes. But then I try to cook food with it and it won't pressurize??? I'm not overfilling it I'm below the max fill line. so basically all I have is a Boiling Pot what's the deal?
Hi please submit a ticket to support: support.instantpot.com/
Does pressure release lock in
The handle just presses on and feels a bit loose.
My pot won't reach high pressure. It will reach low pressure, but then this steam release handle pops up and releases all of the steam so I just get burn notices. Instant pot won't respond to my ticket. I've been getting by cooking things longer on low pressure, but it is so frustrating.
Hi Michelle, I've sent your information to the Customer Service Department. Someone will be in touch with you shortly. Thank you for your patience.
Instant Pot awesome, they got in touch and resolved it, thank you
Mine is facing the hole. How do I correct that?
Pull it off and put it back on facing away from the hole.
my valve is so lose that it keeps on escaping steam and the timer never goes off and my food is not properly cooked. what should i do?
It's supposed to be loose. Check your sealing ring. If you have the Duo SV, make sure that the wire is in the channel in the the release valve.
@@InstantPotOfficial I've got 2 new sealing rings. It doesn't work. It keeps releasing steam unless i touch it with a spoon and then it stops escaping steam. Whenever i let go of the spoon it starts releasing again
For further help, please contact customer support: instantpot.com/instant-brands-contact-us/
Oh thank god i thought i had a faulty unit
My realise handle popped off.
Hi Cassandra, the Steam Release Handle is designed to be removed for frequent cleaning. If you are having difficulties reattaching it, please reach out to our Customer Care team here: www.instanthome.com/contact-us
Thank you!