Steam or water leaking from around the lid during pressure cooking; cooker struggles to reach pressure.

Safety: Do not touch escaping steam. Allow the cooker to depressurize naturally or via the valve before opening.

• Inspect sealing ring: After cooling, remove the ring and check for cracks, flattening, or hard spots. Replace if any damage is found or if it is older than recommended by Gorenje.
• Clean contact surfaces: Thoroughly clean the lid groove, sealing ring, and pot rim. Remove all food residue and starch.
• Reinstall correctly: Fit the sealing ring evenly into the lid groove, ensuring it is not twisted.
• Check lid alignment: Close the lid and verify it locks evenly on both sides. Adjust or repair the hinge or latch if the lid appears skewed.
• Test with water: Run a short pressure cycle with only water to confirm the leak is resolved.