How To Clean Instant Pot Float Valve
Sometimes you might also find that the float valve starts sticking due to the grime that may have accumulated in from not cleaning the pot often.
How to clean instant pot float valve. While you may consider the lid of the instant pot to be relatively clean after each use since it condenses and covers in steam and splatters sometimes you should still rinse it with soap and water after each use. For cleaning the instant pot s float valve you will have to first take off the silicone ring. On some models instead of getting a burn message the timer on. Step 1 float valve. Available for sale on amazon.
If all of these are properly in place your instant pot should be able to build pressure and cook your food. To clean the float valve remove the silicone cap off the end that s inside the lid wash the float valve the cap in warm soapy water put float valve back in the lid attach the silicone cap. How to replace the float valve on the instant pot ip duo. The silicone sealing ring should be removed periodically to remove lingering smells and to inspect for damage. Make certain that you wash the valve and ring individually.
Take everything including the condensation collector and place them carefully in the inner pot and fill up the inner pot with soapy water. Another option for cleaning this part involves using the steam function of your instant pot. Ip duo50 ip duo60 and the ip duo80. Remove the silicone ring anchoring the float valve and clean both portions. To clean the lid.
Instant pot valve cleaning tips. This procedure and part is the same for the following models. Remove the float valve. Rinse the lid steam valve and anti block shield with soap and water. As usual for a new instant pot sealing ring anti block shield float valve and steam release valve are separated from the lid.
To minimize or remove food odours from your device you can remove the silicone ring and soak it for a while in vinegar. If you notice cracking leaking or deformation of the sealing ring you should replace it. Both the float valve and anti block shield should be clean and free of debris. Always inspect the float valve to make sure it can move up and down easily without obstruction. Is your instant pot float valve getting stuck.