This document serves as the user manual for the Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid, designed to transform your 6 Quart Instant Pot Multi-Use Pressure Cooker into an air fryer. It features an ergonomic shape for competitive play, is ultra-lightweight at 74g, and includes a flexible paracord cable.
At Instant Brands, safety is paramount. The Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid incorporates safety mechanisms. Always follow basic safety precautions when using electrical appliances.
WARNING: Read this entire document before operating the appliance. Failure to follow these safeguards and instructions may result in injury and/or property damage.
CAUTION: Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep the appliance and cord away from children.
CAUTION: To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the Air Fryer Lid, power cord, or plug in water or other liquid. Do not rinse the appliance under a tap.
For assistance, contact Customer Care at support@instantpot.com, instantpot.com/#chat, or by phone at 1-800-828-7280.
CAUTION: The appliance's outer surfaces may become hot during use.
CAUTION: When cooking, improper use may result in personal injury:
CAUTION: While cooking, the stainless-steel inner pot and accessories become extremely hot. To avoid personal injury,
CAUTION: When the Air Fryer Lid is in operation, hot air is released through the air vents, which may result in personal injury. Keep your hands and face at a safe distance from the air vents. Do not place your face or hands over the appliance when removing the Air Fryer Lid.
WARNING: Read this manual carefully and completely and retain for future reference. Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
WARNING: To avoid injury, read and understand the instructions in this user manual before attempting to use this appliance.
WARNING: Electrical shock hazard. Use grounded outlet only.
WARNING: The failure to follow any of the important safeguards and/or the instructions for safe use is a misuse of your appliance that can void your warranty and create the risk of serious injury.
As per safety requirements, a short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from grabbing, entanglement, and tripping.
This appliance has a 3-prong grounding plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible.
The 6 Quart Air Fryer Lids are made for use with 6 Quart Instant Pot Multi-Use Pressure Cookers.
Compatible models include:
The Air Fryer Lid is NOT compatible with the following models: Smart WiFi 60, Duo Evo Plus 6, Duo Evo Plus 60, Duo SV 60 and Max 60.
Exclusively for use with Instant Pot stainless-steel inner pots. To avoid property damage, never use with ceramic-coated inner pots.
If you are unsure about your Instant Pot model, contact Customer Care via chat at instantpot.com/#chat, email at support@instantpot.com, or phone at 1-800-828-7280.
Locate both the model name and serial number on the label on the back of the Air Fryer Lid, near the power cord.
Feature | Value | Value | Value | Value | Value | Dimensions (in/cm) |
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Air Fryer Lid 6 | 1500 W | 120 V ~ 60 Hz | 6 Quart 5.7 Litres | 5.95 lbs / 2.7 kg | in: 10.7 L x 11.6 W x 6.14 H cm: 27.2 L x 29.5 W x 15.6 H |
WARNING: Read this manual carefully and completely and retain for future reference. Failure to adhere to safety instructions may result in serious injury or damage.
Before using your new lid, ensure all parts are present.
The front of the Air Fryer Lid features a handle at the top for lifting and carrying. Below the handle is the control panel, which includes a digital display and various buttons for operation.
The back of the Air Fryer Lid shows the air intake at the top, followed by the air vent. At the bottom, the power cord extends from the unit.
The interior of the Air Fryer Lid, when viewed from below, shows the element cover. Beneath this cover is the heating element.
The Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid comes with several accessories:
Note: Illustrations in this document are for reference only and may differ from the actual product. Always refer to the actual product.
"Cooking is like love. It should be entered into with abandon or not at all." - Harriet Van Horne
Note: Do not remove the safety warning stickers from the lid or the rating label from the back of the cooker base.
Contact Customer Care via chat at instantpot.com/#chat, email at support@instantpot.com, or phone at 1-800-828-7280 for assistance.
WARNING: Overloading electrical circuits can lead to fire, burns, and injury. Do not plug in the Air Fryer Lid and the cooker base at the same time. Always unplug the cooker base BEFORE plugging in the Air Fryer Lid to avoid personal injury and/or property damage.
WARNING: To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, only place the appliance on the protective pad provided or on a compatible Instant Pot cooker base. Do not place the appliance on a stovetop. Heat from an external source will damage the appliance.
NOTICE: Read the 'Important Safeguards' before using the appliance. Failure to read and follow those instructions for safe use may result in damage to the appliance, property damage, or personal injury.
The control panel features a central display surrounded by various buttons.
No. | Feature | Description |
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1 | Smart Programs | Includes: Air Fry, Broil, Bake, Roast, Reheat, Dehydrate. |
2 | Time display | Shows time in HH:MM format, counts up or down based on the Smart Program. |
3 | Temperature display | Shows set temperature in °C or °F. |
4 | +/- Time | Press to adjust the time. |
5 | +/- Temp | Press to adjust the cooking temperature in °C or °F. |
6 | Start | Begins the selected Smart Program. |
7 | Cancel | Stops a Smart Program at any time. |
To do this... | Do this! |
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Change the temperature scale (°F and °C). | When in standby, press and hold the + button over 'Temp' until Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C) appears on the display. |
Turn sounds on and off. | Sound On: When in Standby mode, press and hold the + button over 'Time' until 'S On' appears on the display. Sound Off: When in Standby mode, press the - button beneath 'Time' until 'SOFF' appears on the display. Note: Error alerts cannot be silenced. |
Adjust and save custom cooking times and temperatures. | Once a Smart Program is selected, changes to the cooking time and temperature are saved once the Smart Program begins. |
Reset an individual smart program. | When in standby, press and hold one Smart Program button until the appliance beeps. The Smart Program has been restored to the factory default setting. |
Reset all smart programs. | When in standby mode, press and hold 'Cancel' until the appliance beeps. All Smart Programs have been restored to the factory default settings. |
Display | Meaning |
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OFF | The Air Fryer Lid is in standby mode, ready for action! |
On | Air Fryer Lid has started preheating. |
Lid | This may indicate:
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Add Food | The Air Fryer Lid has reached the perfect temperature and is ready to cook your food. |
turn Food | Food in the inner pot should be turned, flipped, or rotated, as your recipe recommends. |
Cool | The fan is blowing to help cool the appliance. |
End | The Smart Program has finished cooking. |
Food burn | May indicate overheating in the inner pot. Refer to 'Troubleshooting'. |
The Air Fryer Lid makes your Instant Pot multicooker even more versatile, allowing you to pressure cook first and crisp up your dish, or cook meals solely with the Air Fryer Lid.
Depending on your recipe, you can use the multi-level air fryer basket, any oven-safe cookware, or place food directly in the inner pot. Always ensure the stainless-steel inner pot is inserted first.
Refer to 'Using the accessories' for more details.
NOTICE: If the 'Food burn' error appears while using the air fryer lid, deglaze the bottom of the inner pot as described in your Instant Pot user manual.
CAUTION: Do not use a non-stick ceramic coated inner pot to avoid property damage.
CAUTION: Do not overfill the inner pot or accessories. To prevent risk of fire, damage, and/or personal injury, ensure that food does not contact the heating element or the element cover.
CAUTION: The inner pot and accessories will be hot during and after cooking. To avoid injury, do not touch the hot inner pot or accessories with unprotected hands.
WARNING: Overloading electrical circuits can lead to fire, burns, and injury. Do not plug in the Air Fryer Lid and the Instant Pot cooker base at the same time. Always unplug the Instant Pot cooker base BEFORE plugging in the Air Fryer Lid.
The multi-level air fryer basket is perforated for an all-over crisp, ideal for most air-fried foods like wings, nuggets, and cauliflower bites. Different results can be achieved by changing the air flow in the inner pot.
Do this... | And get something like this! |
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Place food directly in the inner pot for cooking. | Golden and crispy on top, but the air won't flow easily around the bottom if the inner pot is against the sides. Juices from cooking may cause the bottom to retain a soggy texture. Perfect for chicken, less ideal for spring rolls! |
Place food in the bottom of the multi-level air fryer basket. | Golden and crispy on the top and sides. Juices from cooking drip off so the bottom crisps up. |
Place food in the bottom of the multi-level air fryer basket, then cover with the broil/dehydrating tray. | The air flow is diverted, resulting in less crisp. Great for dehydrating! |
Place food on the broil/dehydrating tray. | Your food gets up close and personal with the heating element and crisps much faster. Perfect for melting cheese or giving your meal a golden finishing touch. |
Instant Tip: Do not crowd the multi-level air fryer basket or the broil/dehydrating tray. Air must be able to circulate freely around food.
Note: To easily maneuver the broil/dehydrating tray, lift it with two fingers from the large holes in the middle of the tray. To prevent personal injury, make sure to only handle the accessories when they are cool.
To cook your food before using the Air Fryer Lid:
Note: See 'Compatibility' for the full list of Instant Pots that work with this Air Fryer Lid.
Note: Always unplug the Instant Pot cooker base BEFORE plugging in the Air Fryer Lid.
Elevate your meal's taste and texture with the Air Fryer Lid!
Smart program | Default time* | Time range | Default temperature* | Temperature range | Description |
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Air Fry | 20 minutes (00:20) | 1 to 45 minutes (00:01 to 00:45) | 204°C (400°F) | 149 to 204°C (300 to 400°F) | Air frying uses little oil to bring out flavor. Crisp up previously cooked dishes or cook from start to finish. Ideal for fresh or frozen fries, chicken wings, shrimp, and more. |
Broil | 10 minutes (00:10) | 1 minute to 20 minutes (00:01 to 00:20) | 204°C (400°F) | Not adjustable. | Broiling involves direct top-down heating. Broiled foods benefit from being placed close to the element. Perfect for melting cheese on French onion soup. |
Bake | 30 mins (00:30) | 1 minute to 1 hour (00:01 to 01:00) | 185°C (365°F) | 82 to 193°C (180 to 380°F) | Functions like a tiny oven for brownies, cakes, pastries, and buns. Bake with the multi-level air fryer basket or any oven-safe baking dish. If baking in the air fryer basket, line with aluminum foil or parchment paper for loose batter. If using a baking dish, elevate it with a steam rack. |
Roast | 40 mins (00:40) | 1 to 45 minutes (00:01 to 00:45) | 193°C (380°F) | 121 to 193°C (250 to 380°F) | Perfect for beef, lamb, pork, poultry, vegetables, and more. Gives roasts a beautiful crust, crisps poultry skins, or gives vegetables a golden exterior. |
Note: Smart Program times and temperatures are recommendations only. Always follow a trusted recipe, as time and temperature will vary based on food type and quantity.
Note: See 'Compatibility' for the full list of Instant Pots that work with this Air Fryer Lid.
Note: Smart Programs automatically save the adjustments you make to the temperature and time settings when you press 'Start'.
Note: You can adjust the time or temperature any time with the + / – buttons (then press 'Start' to confirm the change) but changes made after the Smart Program begins are not saved.
Note: Using proper hand protection, carefully insert the food or cooking accessory into the inner pot.
CAUTION: If the Air Fryer Lid is not placed correctly, you will get a 'Lid' or 'C9' error. Failure to ensure a proper connection could result in damage to the cooker.
CAUTION: The inner pot and accessories will be hot during and after cooking. To avoid injury, do not touch the hot inner pot or accessories with unprotected hands.
Note: Some food doesn't need to be flipped. If you don't remove the lid after the 'turn food' indicator appears, cooking continues after 10 seconds.
Note: If the lid is left off for longer than 3 minutes, it will go back to standby mode and display 'OFF'.
Note: The Air Fryer Lid beeps to remind you that cooking has ended 5 minutes, 20 minutes, and 60 minutes after cooking finishes.
Cook all your favorite fresh and frozen oven-baked and deep-fried snacks – fast!
Check out cooking timetables at instantpot.com/airfryerlid, download the Instant Pot app at instantpot.com/app, or visit the recipe site at instantpot.com/recipes for fun, easy-to-follow recipes.
CAUTION: The inner pot and accessories will be hot during and after cooking. To avoid injury, do not touch the hot inner pot or accessories with unprotected hands.
CAUTION: Refer to the USDA's Safe Minimum Internal Temperature Chart at fsis.usda.gov/safetempchart or Health Canada's Cooking Temperatures Chart at canada.ca/foodsafety for more information.
Smart program | Default time | Time range | Default temperature | Temperature range | Description |
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Dehydrate | 6 hours (06:00) | 1 hour to 72 hours (01:00 to 72:00) | 52°C (125°F) | 41 to 74°C (105 to 165°F) | The Dehydrate Smart Program applies low heat over a long period of time to safely dry out food items. Make fruit leather, dehydrated vegetable chips, and all kinds of jerky. Always follow a trusted recipe when dehydrating meat. |
Reheat | 15 minutes (00:15) | 1 minute to 1 hour (00:01 to 01:00) | 138°C (280°F) | 49 to 182°C (120 to 360°F) | Warm up meals without overcooking or drying them out. |
Note: See 'Compatibility' for the full list of Instant Pots that work with this Air Fryer Lid.
Note: Smart Programs automatically save the adjustments you make to the temperature and time settings when you press 'Start'.
Note: You can adjust the time or temperature any time with the + / – buttons (then press 'Start' to confirm the change) but changes made after the Smart Program begins are not saved.
Note: The Air Fryer Lid beeps to remind you that cooking has ended 5 minutes, 20 minutes, and 60 minutes after cooking finishes.
CAUTION: The inner pot and accessories will be hot during and after cooking. To avoid injury, do not touch the hot inner pot or accessories with unprotected hands.
Clean your Air Fryer Lid after each use. Failure to follow these cleaning instructions may result in catastrophic failure, which may lead to property damage, severe personal injury, and/or death.
Always unplug the appliance and let it cool to room temperature before cleaning. Never use metal scouring pads, abrasive powders, or harsh chemical detergents on any parts or accessories.
Let all surfaces dry thoroughly before use and before storage.
Parts and accessories | Cleaning methods and instructions |
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Multi-level air fryer basket Broil/dehydrating tray Air fryer basket base | Dishwasher safe if placed on top rack, otherwise clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap and rinse well with clear, warm water.
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Protective pad and storage cover | Dishwasher safe if placed on top rack, otherwise clean with a damp cloth and mild dish soap and rinse well with clear, warm water.
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Air Fryer Lid | Clean with a barely-damp cloth and mild dish soap, then use a clean, barely-damp sponge to remove the soap residue. Do not wash or submerge in water or other liquid.
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Outer body | Clean with a barely-damp cloth and mild dish soap, then use a clean, barely-damp sponge to remove the soap residue. Do not machine wash.
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Power cord | Wipe clean with a barely-damp cloth as needed. |
Some discoloration may occur after machine washing, but this will not affect the cooker's safety or performance.
WARNING: To avoid risk of electrical shock and personal injury:
WARNING: Without proper cleaning, food and grease splatter may build up around the heating element, causing the risk of smoke, fire, and personal injury.
WARNING: If you smell or see black smoke, press 'Cancel' and unplug the appliance. Once cool, clean food splatter or grease as directed on the previous page.
The protective pad and storage cover serves a dual purpose: protecting your counters from the heat of the Air Fryer Lid, and protecting the heating element and cover when not in use.
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If your problem persists or you have questions, contact Customer Care via chat at instantpot.com/#chat, email at support@instantpot.com, or phone at 1-800-828-7280.
Problem | Possible Reason | Solution |
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Air Fryer Lid is plugged in but will not turn on, or turns off during cooking | The appliance is not plugged in. | Plug the power cord firmly into a grounded 120 V outlet. |
Bad power connection or no power. | Inspect power cord for damage. If damage is noticed, contact Customer Care. Check the outlet to ensure it is powered. | |
Electrical fuse has blown. | Contact Customer Care. | |
Microswitch is damaged. | Contact Customer Care. | |
Black smoke is coming from the Air Fryer Lid | CAUTION: Stop cooking immediately. Press 'Cancel', then unplug the appliance. When smoking stops, place the Air Fryer Lid on the protective pad provided. Food residue on the heating coil, in the cooking chamber, or on the accessories. | Allow the Air Fryer Lid to cool to room temperature before cleaning. Remove food and accessories, then clean the affected area thoroughly. |
Using an oil with a low smoke point. | Choose a neutral oil with a high smoke point, such as canola, avocado, soybean, safflower, or rice bran. | |
Faulty circuit or heating element. | Contact Customer Care. | |
White smoke is coming from the Air Fryer Lid | Cooking foods with a high fat content, such as bacon, sausage, and burgers, may result in white smoke. | Avoid air frying foods with a high fat content. |
Water is vaporizing, producing thick steam. | Pat dry moist food ingredients before air frying. Do not add water or other liquid to the inner pot when air frying. | |
Seasoning on food has blown into element. | Be mindful when seasoning food. Spray vegetables and meats before adding seasoning so it better adheres to the ingredients. | |
Error code flashes on display | Lid is not detected. | Place the lid correctly on a compatible Instant Pot cooker base. Make sure the Instant Pot cooker base is unplugged. |
Inner Pot is not detected. | Insert the inner pot into a compatible Instant Pot cooker base. Make sure the Instant Pot cooker base is unplugged. | |
High heat detected in the inner pot. | Deglaze the bottom of the inner pot as described in your Instant Pot user manual. |
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
This Limited Warranty is effective for one year from the date of original consumer purchase. Proof of original purchase date and, if requested by an authorized representative of Instant Brands Inc. ("Instant Brands"), return of your appliance, is required to obtain service under this Limited Warranty. Provided that this appliance is operated and maintained in accordance with written instructions attached to or furnished with the appliance, Instant Brands will, in its sole and exclusive discretion, either: (i) repair defects in materials or workmanship; or (ii) replace the appliance. In the event that your appliance is replaced, the Limited Warranty on the replacement appliance will expire 12 months from the date of original consumer purchase.
This Limited Warranty extends only to the original purchaser and use of the appliance in the United States of America and Canada. This warranty does not cover units that are used outside of the United States of America and Canada.
Any modification or attempted modification to your appliance may interfere with the safe operation of the appliance and will void this Limited Warranty. This Limited Warranty does not apply in respect of any appliance or any part thereof that has been altered or modified unless such alterations or modifications were expressly authorized by an Instant Brands representative.
The liability of Instant Brands, if any, for any allegedly defective appliance or part shall in no circumstances exceed the purchase price of a comparable replacement appliance.
This Limited Warranty does not cover:
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be paid by you.
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, INSTANT BRANDS MAKES NO WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS OR REPRESENTATIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY STATUTE, USAGE, CUSTOM OF TRADE OR OTHERWISE WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLIANCES OR PARTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS, OR REPRESENTATIONS OF WORKMANSHIP, MERCHANTABILITY, MERCHANTABLE QUALITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR DURABILITY.
Some states or provinces do not allow for the exclusion of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so this limitation may not apply to you. In these states and provinces, you have only the implied warranties that are expressly required to be provided in accordance with applicable law.
YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE APPLIANCE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. INSTANT BRANDS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE APPLIANCE OR DAMAGES WITH RESPECT TO ANY ECONOMIC LOSS, PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF PROPERTY, LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, LOSS OF ENJOYMENT OR USE, COSTS OF REMOVAL, INSTALLATION OR OTHER INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE OR KIND.
Visit www.instantpot.com/support/register to register your new Instant Brands™ appliance and validate your warranty within thirty (30) days of purchase. You will be asked to provide the store name, date of purchase, model number (found on the back of your appliance) and serial number (found on the bottom of your appliance) along with your name and email address. Registration enables Instant Brands to keep you up to date with product developments, recipes, and contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification. By registering, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the instructions for use, and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions.
To obtain service under this warranty, contact the Customer Service Department by phone at 1-800-828-7280 or by email to support@instantpot.com. You can also create a support ticket online at www.instantpot.com/support. If Instant Brands is unable to resolve the problem, you may be asked to send your appliance to the Service Department for quality inspection. Instant Brands is not responsible for shipping costs related to warranty service, save and except for shipping costs associated with the return of your appliance from Canada or within the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia of the United States of America, as provided herein. When returning your appliance, include your name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and proof of the original purchase date as well as a description of the problem you are encountering with the appliance.
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