Nuwave Duet 6 Quart Pressure Cooker And Air Fryer User Guide

Nuwave Duet 6 Quart Pressure Cooker And Air Fryer User Guide

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nuwave Duet 6 Quart Pressure Cooker and Air Fryer

nuwave Duet 6 Quart Pressure Cooker and Air Fryer

What you get

What you get

Getting Started

Display: The time format is HH:MM (hours and minutes).

Temperature and time can be adjusted before and during the cooking process. Press TEMP or TIME and use the START/PAUSE dial to adjust.

Turn the Duet® ON and OFF.

Plug in your Duet to turn it on and unplug it to turn it off.

Duet Safety Feature

The Duet can be locked to prevent children from accidently turning it on. While the Duet is plugged in, press MENU + STAGE for 1 sec- ond. This will lock the control panel. Press MENU + STAGE again to unlock the appliance.

Start cooking.

Select a cooking function. Press START/PAUSE to begin cooking. Press START/PAUSE during cooking to pause the Duet. Press again to resume cooking. Notes: Use the START/PAUSE dial to adjust/select cooking functions including temperatures and times, or to scroll through Menu options. Pause is disabled when using the Pressure Cook function. Press and hold down STAGE + SAUTE/ SEAR for 1 sec. to mute and unmute the Duet (beeping).

Using the PRESSURE COOK function with the Duet.

Press PRESSURE COOK. The pressure, temperature, and time are adjustable by using the START/PAUSE dial. Use only the Pressure Cooker Lid when pressure-cooking. Note: The cooking process can create a seal between the Pressure Cooker Lid and the Stainless Steel Inner Pot. To prevent lifting the pot along with the lid, gently shake the handle to separate the lid from the pot before opening.

Adjust the pressure inside the Duet when pressure-cooking.

Press PRESSURE to choose between high and low pressure. Note: The PRESSURE button is disabled during air-frying.

Using the AIR FRY function with the Duet.

Press AIR FRY. The temperature and time are adjustable by using the START/PAUSE dial. Use the Air Fryer Lid with the Air Fry Basket when air-frying.

Using the COMBO COOK function.

Press COMBO COOK. The Combo cooking function first cooks food using pressure-cooking and then finishes with air-frying for perfect crisping.

YOGURT

Make homemade yogurt using the YOGURT function. Follow the steps on COMBO COOK Instructions in your manual.

CANCEL the cooking process or clear out functions.

Press CANCEL at any time to stop the cooking process or to clear out any function.

100 Combo Cooking Presets

 

Beef/VealPressureTime (Min.)

45

TempTime (Min.)

10

1.Beef Blade Roast (3 lbs)High360°F
2.Beef Bottom Round (3 lbs)High20360°F10
3.Brisket (5 lbs)High1 hr. 20 min.400°F15
4.Beef Butt Steak, 2 (8oz)High3400°F10
5.Beef Cheeks (2¼ lbs)High20400°F5
6.Beef Chuck Roast (2 lbs)High25360°F15
7.Corned Beef & CabbageHigh1 hr. 5 min.350°F10
8.Beef Eye Round Roast (4 lbs)High25360°F10
9.Short Ribs (3 lbs)High40350°F15
10.N.Y. Steak, 2 (12oz)High1400°F7
11.Rib Eye (bone-in, 16oz)High1400°F10
12.Beef Filet, 2 (8oz)High1400°F6
13.Flank Steak (1 lb)High1400°F8
14.Flat Iron, 2 (10oz)High1400°F6
15.Beef Hanging Tender, 2 (8oz)High5400°F10
16.London Broil (2 lbs)High5400°F8
17.Meatballs (1-inch, 2 lbs)High2325°F5
18.Meatballs (3-inch, 2 lbs)High6325°F8
19.Meatloaf (2 lbs)High15360°F7
20.Porterhouse (24oz)High5400°F12
21.Beef Round Steak (2 lbs)High8400°F12
22.Beef Rump Roast (3 lbs)High23400°F18
23.Sirloin Steak, 2 (12oz)High1400°F8
24.Beef Stew (2 lbs)High35360°F10
25.Beef Shanks (2 lbs)High15360°F8
26.Beef TongueHigh40400°F8
27.Tri-Tip Roast (2 lbs)High25400°F12
28.T-Bone (24oz)High5400°F12
29.Oxtail (2 lbs)High25400°F6
30.Veal Chops, 2 (16oz)High10360°F6
31.Veal Roast (4 lbs)High22400°F10
32.Veal Sweetbreads (3 lbs)High6400°F10
GrainsPressureTime (Min.)TempTime (Min.)
33.Mac & CheeseLow1360°F7
34.Fried RiceHigh4400°F9
35.Polenta Tomato SauceHigh5400°F10
Lamb/PorkPressureTime (Min.)TempTime (Min.)
36.Rack of Lamb (2 lbs)Hight3360°F8
37.Lamb Stew Meat (3 lbs)High40360°F8
38.Lamb Leg (5 lbs)High8400°F10
39.Lamb Chops, 6 (4oz)High2400°F5
40.Lamb Shank, 4 (1-lb shanks)High10400°F10
41.Lamb Shoulder (2 lbs)High40360°F10
42.Pork Belly (2 lbs)High40400°F10
43.Pork (Bratwurst, 2 lbs)High3400°F5
44.Pork Carnitas (6 lbs, Pork Butt)High50360°F15
45.Pork Chops (bone-in,10oz)High2400°F8
46.Pork Chops (boneless, 6oz)High1400°F6
47.Pork Neck Bones (for crispy)High1 hr. 30 min.400°F10
48.Italian Sausage (2 lbs links)High3400°F5
53.Pork Ham Shoulder (8 lbs)High25360°F6
54.Pork Shanks or Hocks, 2 (cut in half)High50360°F10
55.Pork Ribs (3½ lbs)High19400°F15
56.Pork Tenderloin (1½ lbs)High3400°F10
57.Pork Butt RoastHigh40390°F10
PoultryPressureTime (Min.)TempTime (Min.)
58.Chicken (5 lbs)High22400°F10
59.Chicken Wings (2 lbs)High5390°F15
60.Frozen Chicken Breast, 2 (12oz)High22400°F10
61.Fresh Chicken Breast, 2 (8oz)High10400°F10
62.Chicken Thighs, 4 (bone-in, 6oz)High4400°F10
63.Boneless Chicken Thighs

(2 lbs)

High4400°F7
64.Chicken Legs (4)High12400°F8
65.Cornish Game Hen, freshHigh20400°F8
66.Cornish Game Hen, frozenHigh50400°F8
67.Duck (whole, 4 lbs)High25400°F10
68.Duck Breast, 2 (8oz)High3400°F10
69.Duck Legs (4)High8400°F10
70.PheasantHigh30400°F10
71.Quail, 4 (whole, 16oz)High30400°F10
72.Turkey Legs (bone-in, 5 lbs)High20400°F15
73.Turkey Breast, bonelessHigh20400°F10
74.Turkey Breast, bone-inHigh15400°F10
FishPressureTime (Min.)TempTime (Min.)
75.Chilean Sea Bass, 2 (7oz)High2360°F8
76.Groupter, 2 (7oz)High4400°F8
77.Golden Bass, 2 (7oz)High4400°F8
78.Haddock, 2 (7oz)High2400°F6
79.Halibut, 2 (7oz)High2360°F8
80.Lobster Tail, 2 (7oz)High4400°F4
81.ShrimpHigh1375°F8
82.Swordfish, 2 (7oz)High2400°F8
83.Mackerel, 2 (7oz)High4400°F10
84.Mahi Mahi, 2 (7oz)High2400°F6
85.Cod, 2 (6oz)High2360°F6
86.Red Snapper, whole (4 lbs)High8400°F8
87.Salmon Steak, 2 (7-oz fillets)High2400°F7
88.Smelt (1 lb)High2400°F10
89.Tuna Steak, 2 (7oz)High1400°F5
VegetablesPressureTime (Min.)TempTime (Min.)
90.Sweet Acorn SquashLow3360°F4
91.Brussels SproutsLow1400°F4
92.Butternut Squash (20oz)Low2400°F4
93.Glazed CarrotsLow3400°F5
94.Sweet PotatoHigh1390°F4
95.Potato WedgesHigh15360°F7
96.Broccoli GratinLow3400°F2
97.Potato Cheddar Baked (8)High12360°F4

100 Air Fry Cooking Presets

Cooking times may vary. Adjust until you find the perfect setting for your preference. Use Air Fryer Lid with numbered items 1-100.50.Chicken Drums & Thighs, bone-in (1.75 lbs)380°F30
51.Chicken Tenders360°F9
Quick Items Air Fryer LidTempTime

8

52.Chicken Thighs, bone-in (2.5 lbs)380°F22
1.Bacon (4oz)400°F
53.Chicken Thighs, boneless (1.5 lbs)380°F19
2.Baked Potato (12oz)400°F35
54.Chicken Wings (2 lbs)400°F12
3.Chicken Breast (6oz)380°F12
55.Duck Breast (1 lb)400°F25
4.Dehydrate120°F12 hr.56.Frozen Chicken Breast, bone-in (1 lb)360°F25
5.Fish (6oz)350°F657.Frozen Chicken Breast, boneless (8oz)360°F25
6.French Fries (8oz)400°F1258.Frozen Whole Chicken (3 lbs)360°F1 hr. 15 min.
7.Frozen Food (12oz)400°F1559.Game Hen (halved, 2 lbs)390°F20
8.Reheat (8oz)325°F860.Game Hen, frozen390°F50
9.Roast (32oz)375°F4561.Turkey Breast (2 lbs)360°F45
10.Steak (8oz)375°F862.Turkey Breast, frozen360°F1 hr. 5 min.
For items 11-30 the Duet will automatically preheat for 15 min. at 450°FGrill Cooking 
63. Whole Chicken, fresh (3 lbs)360°F1 hr.
BeefTempTime
Grill ItemsTempTime
 Beef Eye Round Roast (4 lbs)390°F50
11.Asparagus (8oz, medium)400°F564.
65.Flank Steak (1.5 lbs)400°F12
12.Bell Peppers, quartered400°F6
66.Meatballs (1-inch)380°F7
13.Zucchini (¼”, sliced)400°F6
67.Meatballs (3-inch)380°F10
14.Beef Filet (8oz)400°F10
68.Ribeye, bone-in (1-inch, 8oz)400°F12
15.Beef Sirloin (7oz)400°F12
Pork/LambTempTime
16.Beef Burger (8oz)400°F8
69.Loin (2 lbs)360°F55
17.Polish Sausage, 4 (4-oz links)400°F5
70.Bacon (regular)400°F6
18.Italian Sausage, 4 (4-oz links)400°F9
71.Bacon (thick cut)400°F8
19.Hot Dogs (6 links)400°F4
72.Pork Chops, bone-in (1-inch, 6oz)400°F12
20.Pork Chop (boneless, 10oz)400°F16
73.Rack of Lamb (2 lbs)380°F22
21.Lamb Chop, 4 (5oz)400°F6
74.Tenderloin (1 lb)370°F15
22.Ham Steak (½” thick)400°F5
Fish/SeafoodTempTime
23.Chicken Breast, 2 (10oz)400°F13
75.Calamari (8oz)400°F4
24.Chicken Legs, 2 (8oz)400°F10
76.Fish Fillet (1-inch, 8oz)400°F10
25.Tuna Steak (1” thick)400°F5
77.Swordfish Steak400°F10
26.Salmon (7oz)400°F6
Frozen FoodsTempTime
27.Shrimp (10/15ct.)400°F3
78.Onion Rings (12oz)400°F8
28.Scallops (10/15ct.)400°F3
79.Breaded Shrimp400°F9
29.Quesadilla400°F2
80.Chicken Nuggets (8oz)400°F10
30.Grilled Sandwich400°F6
81.Fish Fillets (1.2-inch, 10oz)400°F14
VegetablesTempTime
82.Fish Sticks (10oz)400°F10
31.Beets, whole400°F40
83.Frozen Burrito (10oz)400°F15
32.Broccoli (florets)400°F6
84.Frozen Egg Rolls (8oz)400°F12
33.Brussels Sprouts, halved380°F15
85.Mozzarella Sticks (10oz)400°F8
34.Carrots380°F15
86.Pot Stickers(10oz)400°F8
35.Cauliflower (florets)400°F12
87.Steak Fries (12oz)400°F18
36.Corn on the Cob390°F12
Dehydrated FoodsTempTime
37.Eggplant (1½-inch cubes)400°F15
88.Kale Chips130°F20
38.Fennel, quartered370°F15
89.Apple135°F8 hr.
39.Green Beans400°F5
90.Banana135°F8 hr.
40.Mushrooms400°F5
91.Beef Jerky160°F6 hr.
41.Onions (pearl)400°F10
92.Dried Herbs100°F2 hr.
42.Potatoes (small, baby, 1.5 lbs)400°F15
93.Granola220°F40
43.Potatoes (1-inch cubes)400°F12
94.Kiwi130°F8 hr.
44.Potatoes (baked, whole)400°F40
95.Mango135°F10 hr.
45.Squash (½-inch cubes)400°F12

100 Pressure Cooking Presets

100 Pressure Cooking Presets100 Pressure Cooking Presets 1

50.Lamb Stew Meat (3 lbs)High48
51.Lamb Shoulder (2 lbs)High50
52.Lamb Shank, 4 (1-lb shanks)High20
53.Rack of Lamb (2 lbs)High11
54.Lamb Leg (5 lbs)High18
55.Lamb Chops, 6 (4 oz)High7
56.Italian Sausage (2-lb links)High8
57.Pork Bratwurst (2 lbs)High8
PoultryPressureTime (Min)
58.Turkey Legs, bone-in (5 lbs)High35
59.Turkey Breast, bonelessHigh30
60.Turkey Breast, bone-inHigh35
61.Quail, 4 (whole, 16oz)High30
62.PheasantHigh40
63.Frozen Chicken Breast, 2 (12 oz)High32
64.Fresh Chicken Breast, 2 (8 oz)High20
65.Duck Legs (4 legs)High18
66.Duck Breast, 2 (8 oz)High13
67.Duck (whole, 4 lbs)High35
68.Cornish Game Hen (frozen)High1 hr.
69.Cornish Game Hen (fresh)High28
70.Chicken Wings (2 lbs)High20
71.Chicken Thighs, 4 (bone-in, 6 oz)High14
72.Chicken Legs (4)High20
73.Chicken (5 lbs)High32
74.Boneless Chicken Thighs (2 lbs)High11
FishPressureTime (Min)
75.Tuna Steak, 2 (7oz)High5
76.Swordfish, 2 (7oz)High10
77.Smelt (1 lb)High12
78.Shrimp (6-12 large)High8
79.Salmon Steak, 2 (7-oz fillet)High9
80.Red Snapper, whole (4 lbs)High16
81.Mahi Mahi, 2 (7oz)High8
82.Mackerel, 2 (7oz)High14
83.Lobster Tail, 2 (7oz)High8
84.Halibut, 2 (7oz)High10
85.Mussels (2 lbs)Low8
86.Grouper, 2 (7oz)High12
87.Clams (Littleneck, 2 lbs)High6
88.Cod, 2 (6oz)High8
89.Chilean Sea Bass, 2 (7oz)High10
VegetablesPressureTime (Min)
90.Whole Cauliflower (1)Low13
91.Acorn Squash (halved, 2)Low7
92.Potato Wedges, 8 (12oz)High22
93.Sweet Potato (whole, 1-2)High7
94.Potatoes, Red (1½ lbs)High7
95.Glazed Carrots, 8 (12oz)Low8
96.Butternut Squash (20oz)Low6
97.Brussels Sprouts, 10 (12oz)Low5
DessertPressureTime (Min)
98.Blueberry Walnut CobblerHigh7
99.Pot du CrèmeHigh8
100.Cheesecake (6-inch pan)High1 hr. 5 min.

Cooking Guide

PorkPressure Pressure Cook Setting       Time (Min.)Air Fry Cook Temp 

Fresh (Min.) Frozen (Min.)

Internal Temp. (Thermometer) / Notes
Bacon (4-8 slices)N/AN/A400°F8Extra-crispy.* 
*For extra-crispy cook an additional 2-3 minutes. 
Ham (3 lbs)High15350°F12 – 13 per lb. *Combo Cooking can be applied.
Sausage Links (2-6)High1350°F69160°F
Sausage Patties (2-6)N/AN/A350°F912160°F
Italian, Bratwurst, etc. (2-6)High2375°F917 

 

 

 

*Combo Cooking can be applied.

Chops, 2-4 (14oz)High5 – 6400°F1018
Roasts (3-7 lbs)High30 – 40400°F22 per lb.30 per lb.
Tenderloins (2 lbs)High20400°F1828
Spare Ribs (1-2 slabs)High19350°F25 – 3045 – 50
Country-Style Ribs (2 lbs)High19350°F23 – 2836 – 42
Hot Dogs (2-8)High1350°F210140°F
*Pressure-cook at listed setting then cut air-frying cook time in half or until food reaches your preferred brownness. Cook time WILL vary so adjustments may be necessary until you find the perfect setting for your individual preference.
SeafoodPressure Pressure Cook Setting       Time (Min.)Air Fry Cook Temp 

Fresh (Min.) Frozen (Min.)

Internal Temp. (Thermometer) / Notes
Fish: Fillets (½-inch thick)Low2 – 3400°F610145°F
Fish: Steaks and Fillets (1-inch thick)Low3 – 4400°F814145°F
Whole Fish (3-4-inches thick)Low5 – 6380°F2545145°F
Shrimp (6-12 pcs)Low1400°F57Cook time may vary with size.
Scallops, Sea (6-12 pcs)Low2400°F810 

Scallops and/or Lobster turn opaque when cooking is complete.

Scallops, Bay (8oz)Low1400°F68
Lobster Tails (4oz)Low3360°F68
Lobster, Live MaineN/AN/A360°F14 per lb.Large pot*
*Bring a large pot of water up to a boil. Drop in the lobsters headfirst. Cook for 2 minutes before placing in the Duet. 
VegetablesPressure Pressure Cook Setting       Time (Min.)Air Fry Cook Temp 

Fresh (Min.) Frozen (Min.)

Internal Temp. (Thermometer) / Notes
Corn on the CobHigh2400°F9 Alternative: Season to taste and wrap in foil.
Root VegetablesHigh15400°F18 – 27 Cut into 2-inch cubes and spray with oil.
Potatoes Whole (8oz each): Cut in ½ lengthwise: French Fries:High20

10

6

400°F40

27

18

 *Combo Cooking can be applied.
* When pressure-cooking French fries use only fresh, raw potatoes. Combo cooking can be used: Cut air-frying time in half or cook until preferred brownness is achieved.
Roasted OnionN/AN/A400°F18 Cut ½ inch top, brush with oil.
Roasted GarlicN/AN/A400°F22 
BroccoliHigh3 – 4400°F10 Varies with thickness.
SquashHigh5 – 7400°F27 – 32  

Cut in half, remove seeds and membrane, place in reversible rack, during air-fry, brush with oil.

Eggplant, WholeHigh3 – 4400°F36 
Eggplant (½-inch slices)N/AN/A400°F10 – 14 
Baked ApplesHigh10 – 14400°F18 Remove core.
Baked PearsHigh12 – 15400°F23 Cut in half and remove core for air- frying.

Getting Started

DELAY cooking to your desired start time.

Set the cooking temperature and time. Press and hold WARM/DELAY for 1 second. Use the START/PAUSE dial to adjust.

Note: You can delay cooking for up to 24 hrs.

Use the PREHEAT function to heat the Duet before adding food and for crispier results. Default is 350˚F.

Press PREHEAT and adjust preheating time. To cancel preheat, press PREHEAT at any time.

Note: Preheat is disabled during pressure-cooking.

SEAR your food before the initial cooking process. Default is 450˚F.

Press SEAR. Allow the Duet to heat up with added oil, and then place the food in the Inner Pot to sear.

Note: The Sear function can be set for before or after the regular cooking cycle when using the Stage function.

STAGE lets you cook at different temps and times throughout the cooking process.

To add a cooking stage, press STAGE once and adjust by using the START/PAUSE dial.

MENU (Program) gives you access to 300 cooking presets and can store an additional 150 of your own. Refer to the Presets section.

Press MENU and use the START/PAUSE dial to choose preset items to cook. Use the START/PAUSE dial to adjust to the temperature and time for each cooking function. Press START/PAUSE to begin your chosen program.

Note: Preset programs can be adjusted but cannot be saved to their original program numbers. These edits can only be saved into program numbers 101-150.

Cooking Guide

Note: Temperatures and times may need minor adjustments to best suit your desired results.

Prepackaged Foods: Follow the directions on the package and reduce temps and times by 15%. Check periodically.

Beef/LambPressure Pressure Cook Setting       Time (Min.)Air Fry Cook Temp 

Fresh (Min.) Frozen (Min.)

Internal Temp. (Thermometer) / Notes
Patties (½-inch thick)N/AN/A370°F710 – 13150°F
Patties (1-inch thick)N/AN/A370°F10 – 1318 – 20150°F
Steaks (1-inch thick)High10400°F7 – 9

9 – 10

10 – 13

13 – 16

16 – 18

11 – 12

12 – 14

14 – 16

16 – 19

19 – 23

Rare:

Med. Rare: Medium: Med. Well: Well:

125°F – 134°F

135°F- 144°F

145°F – 149°F

150°F – 159°F

160°F

Steaks (2-inch thick)High20400°F11 – 12

12 – 14

14 – 16

16 – 19

19 – 23

21 – 27

27 – 31

31 – 34

34 – 38

38 – 41

Rare:

Med. Rare: Medium: Med. Well: Well:

125°F – 134°F

135°F- 144°F

145°F – 149°F

150°F – 159°F

160°F

Roasts (3-5 lbs)

Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

High40390°F10 per lb.

13 per lb.

15 per lb.

18 per lb.

20 per lb.

20 per lb.

22 per lb.

24 per lb.

26 per lb.

27 per lb.

Rare:

Med. Rare: Medium: Med. Well: Well:

125°F – 134°F

135°F- 144°F

145°F – 149°F

150°F – 159°F

160°F

PoultryPressure Pressure Cook Setting       Time (Min.)Air Fry Cook Temp 

Fresh (Min.) Frozen (Min.)

Internal Temp. (Thermometer) / Notes
Chicken Breasts, Legs, Thighs (2 pcs)High20380°F7 – 99 – 13 

 

 

 

*Combo Cooking can be applied.

 

ALL POULTRY SHOULD BE COOKED TO AN INTERNAL TEMP OF 165°F

Whole ChickenHigh6 per lb.375°F8 – 1018 – 22
Boneless/Skinless Chicken Breasts

(2 pcs)

 

High

 

12

 

380°F

 

9 – 11

 

14 – 16

Cornish Hen, Whole (1-1.5 lbs)High28375°F25 – 3045 – 50
Turkey Breast (4-6 lbs)High30360°F12 per lb.15 per lb.
Turkey Legs (2 pcs)High22360°F4550
Turkey Wings (4 pcs)High20360°F3040
Duck, Whole (5 lbs)High25 – 30375°F45 per lb.60 per lb.
*Pressure-cook at listed setting then cut air frying cook time in half or until food reaches your preferred brownness. Cook time WILL vary so adjustments may be necessary until you find the perfect setting for your individual preference. Use the Sear function on Pressure Cook to brown meats before pressure-cooking.

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