Problem: Article: Place the lid on the pot, then turn it clockwise until it locks securely. Double check that the small round pressure release valve on the lid of the cooker is completely closed before you proceed. Make sure your Instant Pot is plugged into the nearest wall outlet. You won't get very far with dinner if it's not! The pressure release valve is responsible for trapping or venting heat, depending on its position. If it's open, your pasta won't be able to cook properly. Make sure the Instant Pot's pressure setting is programmed to "High." This will help ensure that your pasta comes out with just the right texture. The Instant Pot uses a combination of heat and pressure to cook food items in far less time than it takes to prepare them using conventional cookware. Manually select your preferred cook time by pressing the "+" button repeatedly until you see the desired number of minutes on the display. It will take a couple minutes for the Instant Pot to heat up. Once it reaches the necessary pressure, a timer will appear on and begin counting down. If you're preparing a simple pasta-and-sauce dish, 4-5 minutes ought to be plenty of time to heat everything evenly. For heavier dishes with lots of ingredients like meats and veggies, you may need closer to 8 minutes. Finish putting the other components of your meal together, or take this opportunity to kick your feet up for a well-deserved break. You won't have to wait longby the time you're done setting the table, dinner will be ready! Avoid tampering with either the lid or pressure valve while the Instant Pot is working its magic. The Instant Pot will shut itself off automatically when it's done cooking. You'll know when this happens because it will beep. Locate the circular valve stem on the top of the lid and use the edge of your finger to slowly turn it counterclockwise until it stops moving. This will allow the steam that has built up inside the pot to escape. Be sure to stay a safe distance away from the valve while it's open. If you're apprehensive about handling the valve, place a potholder or folded towel over it to protect your hand from the heat.
Summary: Cover and seal the Instant Pot. Select the "Pressure Cook" mode. Set the timer for 4-8 minutes. Let the pasta to cook for the specified time. Release the pressure valve.

Problem: Article: This basic catapult uses tension to fling its load and can be built using a few simple supplies that can be purchased at a dollar or craft store for under $5. You may already have many of these items lying around your house! 7 craft sticks. You can use either the standard 4.5" craft sticks, or the jumbo 6"craft sticks for this project. 4-5 elastic bands 1 bottle cap A hot glue gun and glue stick Ammunition: small marshmallows, beans, and pencil erasers are all great choices! These will form the body of your catapult. Stack 5 craft sticks and secure the stack with an elastic band at each end. Stack 2 more craft sticks and secure the stack on one end only, leaving the other end open. Position the stacks perpendicular to one another and slide the larger stack between the two sticks of the small stack. Slide the large stack as close to the elastic band that holds the small stack as possible. Secure the stacks together where they join with an elastic band, wrapped around both stacks in a crisscross pattern. Consider adding a second elastic band to the joint to make sure it is secure. Add a small dab of hot glue to the end of the spring arm, and press the bottle cap into the glue, holding it in place for a few seconds while the glue cools. Load your ammunition of choice into the bottle cap. Hold the catapult frame securely to the table with one hand. Pull down on the lever arm with the other hand, and then let go!
Summary: Gather your supplies. Create two stacks of craft sticks. Secure the two stacks together. Attach the bottle cap to the catapult. Get ready to launch!

Problem: Article: Using a shovel, dig a hole that is at least 20 inches (50.8 cm) deep or as deep as the container presently holding the sapling. Between these two options, choose the depth that is deeper. The width of the hole should be twice as long as the diameter of the sapling root system. Add composted cow manure and topsoil to the hole, mixing it into the soil at the bottom and sides of the hole with a shovel or garden fork. Note that organic peat moss can be used instead of topsoil, if desired. If desired, you can skip the soil amendments altogether. Doing so can make it more difficult for the tree to establish itself, but if you wish to add fertilizer to the area after planting the tree, there shouldn't be a problem. Spray the amended planting hole with a preventative "knock down" herbicide. Doing so is not strictly necessary, but it can help keep the growing area free from weeds for two years or so of growth, giving the tree enough time to establish itself in the process. Application amount can vary depending on the type of herbicide used, so follow the instructions on the label carefully. Free the sapling from its current container and place it directly into the center of the prepared planting hole. If the sapling is in a traditional nursery container, carefully tip the container on its side and grab the tree at its base. Carefully wriggle the tree back and forth until it eases out of the container. Do not disturb the roots after removing the sapling. Stand the sapling upright in the center of the planting hole. The roots should be completely beneath the soil line. Fill the remainder of the hole with soil and water well to help pack the soil in. For best results, fill half of the hole with soil, then thoroughly water this soil before proceeding. After the water appears to drain, fill the remainder of the hole with additional soil and water again. To give the tree another boost and help the sapling establish itself, consider applying a balanced fertilizer containing equal parts nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. These fertilizers will usually be labeled as 10-10-10, 30-30-30, or something similar. Apply 0.22 to 0.44 lb (100 to 200 g) of fertilizer per tree. You should apply the fertilizer in small pockets of soil around the perimeter of the tree. Do not spread it into the planting hole or along the surface of the ground. Surface fertilization can result in weed growth. Note that fertilization may not be needed if you mixed organic material into the planting hole prior to planting the sapling.
Summary:
Dig a deep hole. Mix organic material into the hole. Apply an herbicide. Place the sapling in the planting hole. Settle the soil. Consider fertilizing the tree.