Use and Care Manual

8
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Possible Reasons Solutions
Lid does not lock.
The sealing ring assembly is not
properly installed in lid.
Re-install the sealing ring
assembly as instructed in
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE, # 4.
The float is seized by the push rod. Push the rod with hands.
Cannot open the lid after releasing
the pressure.
The float is still up. Press the float down.
Air escapes from the rim of the lid.
No sealing ring was installed. Install the sealing ring.
Food residue on sealing ring. Clean sealing ring.
Sealing ring worn out. Replace the sealing ring.
Lid not locked properly. Be sure lid is firmly on unit and
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is directly above the
lock icon.
Air escapes from the float valve.
Food stuck on the sealing ring of
the float valve.
Clean the sealing ring.
The sealing ring on the float
wore out.
Replace the sealing ring.
The float will not rise.
The pressure limit valve is not
placed properly.
See Before First Use,
# 3, page 4.
Not enough food and water. Check recipe for proper
quantities.
Air escaping from the rim of the lid
and the pressure limit valve.
Call our Consumer Service
Center toll free at 1-800-726-
0190.
Unit shuts off when START is
pressed to begin Pressure Cooking.
Browning function was just
used and temperature in unit is
higher than Pressure Cooking
temperature, so safety shutoff
occurs.
After browning, let unit cool
down for 2 or 3 minutes before
you start Pressure Cooking.