Multicooker heats but never reaches pressure; steam constantly escapes from the lid area.

Safety: Allow the cooker to cool and fully depressurize before opening the lid.

• Inspect sealing ring: Remove the silicone sealing ring from the lid. Check for cracks, hardening, or deformation. Replace if it is more than 1–2 years old or shows any damage.
• Check steam release valve: Ensure the valve is set to the sealing position for pressure cooking. Remove and clean it thoroughly, making sure it moves freely.
• Clean float valve: Remove the float valve and its silicone cap. Clean both parts and the valve seat in the lid to remove food particles.
• Inspect lid and pot rim: Check for dents, warping, or chips on the stainless-steel pot rim and the lid’s sealing surface. Minor residue can be cleaned; significant damage may require replacing the inner pot or lid assembly.
• Test with water: Reassemble and run a short pressure cycle with only water to confirm that pressure now builds and steam leakage has stopped.