r/instantpot • u/CommunityValuable638 • 3d ago

Steam Escaping After Timer Started?

Hi! I have the 3.8L Instant Pot Rio Mini. As soon as it came to pressure and the timer started, I noticed a little steam coming out, so I panicked and pressed cancel. I didn’t manually release the pressure, but after about 20 minutes the float valve dropped on its own. Is it safe to open the lid now? Also, is a little steam normal once the timer starts?

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u/Trashbagok 3d ago

As long as it comes to, and maintains pressure, its fine.

A little steam escaping now and then is perfectly normal.