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| [title] Locate the pressure sensors | |
| [* icon_note] Here's a quick overview of the Instant Pot pressure sensors. Depending on your model, the components may differ slightly. | |
| [* green] The T6L (low pressure) sensor and its connector. Some models may not have this. | |
| [* light_blue] The T6H (high pressure) sensor and its connectors. | |
| - | [* icon_note] These two "pressure sensors" are actually |
| + | [* icon_note] These two "pressure sensors" are actually temperature switches. The Instant Pot uses these to estimate pressure using the [link|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ideal_gas_law|Ideal Gas Law|new_window=true]. |
| [* icon_note] Each sensor consists of metal strips. Normally, the strips touch each other, creating an electrical path. | |
| - | [* icon_note] Once the Instant Pot heats up, the strips |
| + | [* icon_note] Once the Instant Pot heats up, the strips flex apart, breaking the electrical circuit. The temperature they flex apart is governed by the calibration screws. |
| [* blue] The screws underneath the white resin are calibration screws. | |
| [* icon_caution] ***Don't mess with the calibration screws! ***They will change what temperature and pressure the Instant Pot turns off, and can result in inaccurate and dangerous cooking situations. |