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Review on πŸ”₯ SteamMates Nelson: Redirect Steam on Instant Pot with Fun, Effective Steam Diverter for Duo Models. Not Suitable for Lux Model or Costco SV Models. by Daniel Haddo

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Nelson is a necessary addition to your multi cooker

Meet Nelson the Dragon, who breathes steam from a pressure cooker to save your kitchen cabinets from certain destruction. If you cook in a multipot and don't have an island, your multipot is probably under some wall cabinets. Over time, the steam escaping from the multi-cooker can warp, mold, flake, or mar the finish of your cabinets. Nelson solves that problem and he's amazing. Steam comes from the mouth and from the bottom of the upstairs cabinets. Nelson is suitable for various multipots. Nelson has two disadvantages. First, he's cute. I don't have small children, but I could see a small child reaching for it and burning themselves if they accidentally move the vapor release valve. So PLEASE keep a close eye on nearby children. Secondly, it is very difficult for Nelson to clean up. Steam is published by Nelson. It rises from below and exits the mouth, making it appear as if it is breathing smoke. It's quite cool, but condensation forms and water inevitably collects inside. It has a white ring that can be removed at the base. I have no idea what it's for, but since it was included I assume it's important and I'm keeping it there. If you remove this ring you can see that it has a ridge of material along the bottom that this ring rests against when inserted. This material forms an edge and water is trapped here. If you turn him upside down to drain the water, all the water will go into his nose and very little will come out of his mouth. Then flip it right side up and it all flows back into its base. Although it's just water from the steam, chances are some of the food particles will escape with the steam and over time I can see it getting gross! I imagine it turning into slime or mold. Every time I use Nelson, I turn him upside down when he's done and press most of the paper towel into his butt so most of it is around his neck. Then I turn it back over and wrap it in paper towels as much as possible to dry its innards. I believe it can be washed in the dishwasher, but that doesn't solve the water build-up problem, so this is the only solution I've found. It would be very good if the maker covered his nose so water would flow out of his mouth. Closing the gap around the base will allow condensation to drip all the way down and across the entire top of your slow cooker, which is why I like the idea of covering your nose better. of the models Disadvantages: Difficult to clean Can cause damage if someone touches it to look at it without knowing what it is and that it is dangerous

Pros
  • βœ”οΈ WIDE COMPATIBILITY - Our steam extraction accessory is compatible with Instant Pot brand pressure cookers. It is exclusively for IP Duo, Duo Plus, Smart, Ultra and a number of other series of private individuals. It is NOT compatible with Lux models.
Cons
  • unreliable