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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
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Problem
Possible reason
Try this
Occasional clicking or
light cracking sound.
The sound of power switching and
expanding pressure board when
changing temperatures.
This is normal; no action needed.
Bottom of the inner pot is wet.
Wipe exterior surfaces of the inner pot.
Make sure the heating element is dry before
inserting the inner pot back into the cooker
base.
Difficulty closing the lid.
Sealing ring is not properly installed.
Reposition the sealing ring. Make sure it is
snug behind the sealing ring rack.
Float valve is in the popped-up
position.
Gently press the float valve downward with
a long utensil.
Contents in cooker are still hot.
Hold the quick release button down until in
the
Vent
position as you lower the lid onto the
cooker base slowly, allowing heat to dissipate.
Difficulty opening the lid.
Contents may be under pressure. To avoid scalding injury,
DO NOT attempt to force the lid open
.
Pressure inside the cooker.
Release pressure according to recipe.
Only open the lid after the float valve
has dropped down.
Float valve stuck in the popped-up
position due to food debris
or residue.
Make sure steam is completely released by
quick releasing pressure, then press the float
valve gently with a long utensil.
Open the lid cautiously, then thoroughly
clean the float valve, surrounding area, and lid
before next use.
The inner pot is stuck to
the lid when the cooker is
opened.
Cooling of the inner pot may create
suction, causing the inner pot to
adhere to the lid.
To release the vacuum, press the quick
release button down until it clicks into
the
Vent
position.
Problem
Possible reason
Try this
Steam leaks from side
of lid.
No sealing ring in the lid.
Install a sealing ring.
The sealing ring is damaged or not
installed properly.
Replace the sealing ring.
Food debris attached to the sealing
ring.
Remove the sealing ring and clean it
thoroughly.
The lid is not closed properly.
Open, then close the lid.
The sealing ring rack is warped or
off-center.
Remove the sealing ring from the lid, then
check the sealing ring rack for bends or
warps. Contact
.
The inner pot rim may be
misshapen.
Check for deformation and contact
The float valve does not
rise.
Food debris on the float valve or
float valve silicone cap.
Remove the float valve from the lid and clean
it thoroughly. Perform the
check for function and record your findings.
Contact
.
Too little liquid in the inner pot.
Check for scorching on the bottom of the
inner pot. Add thin, water-based liquid to the
inner pot according to its size.
6 Qt: 1 ½ cups (375 mL / ~12 oz)
Float valve silicone cap damaged or
missing.
Install or replace the float valve and/or
silicone cap.
Float valve obstructed by lid-locking
mechanism.
Tap the float valve with a long utensil. If the
float valve does not drop, turn the cooker off.
Contact
.
No heat in the inner pot.
Perform the
function and record your findings. Contact
Inner pot base may be damaged.
Perform the
function and record your findings. Contact
Minor steam leaking or
hissing from the steam
release valve during the
cook cycle.
Quick release button is not in the
Seal
position.
Flick the quick release button to make sure
it is in the
Seal
position.
Cooker is regulating excess
pressure.
This is normal; no action required.
The display remains blank
after connecting the
power cord.
Bad power connection or no power.
Inspect power cord for damage. If damage is
noticed, contact
.
Check outlet to make sure it is powered.
Cooker’s electrical fuse has blown.
Contact
.