Display shows a lid icon or "LID" message and cooker refuses to start pressure programs.

Safety first: Do not attempt to force the lid closed with excessive pressure. Unplug the unit before mechanical adjustments.

• Confirm correct lid orientation: Align the lid arrows or marks as indicated in the manual and rotate until you hear or feel a positive lock click.
• Inspect locking lugs: Examine the plastic or metal lugs on the lid and body. If they are rounded off or cracked, the lid may not fully engage the lock sensor.
• Clean locking surfaces: Remove any food residue from the lid rim and body rim that could prevent full rotation.
• Check lid sensor: On some Gourmia models, a small switch or magnet near the handle detects lid lock. Open the top cover and verify the sensor is aligned and its wiring is intact.
• Replace worn parts: If the handle or locking lugs are damaged, replace the lid assembly or handle kit designed for your Gourmia multicooker.