Display shows a water-related message (e.g., "ADD WATR") and unit will not start pressure cooking.

Safety first: Unplug the cooker before inspecting the heating plate. Do not operate without the inner pot.

• Check liquid level: Open the lid and verify that there is enough water or cooking liquid. Add more if below the minimum line.
• Verify inner pot placement: Ensure the stainless-steel inner pot is installed and seated flat on the heating plate. Do not use third-party pots that do not fit correctly.
• Inspect pot bottom: Check for warping or dents. Replace the pot if it does not sit flat.
• Clean contact area: Wipe the bottom of the pot and the heating plate to remove moisture or debris that could affect sensor readings.
• Restart program: After correcting liquid level and pot seating, restart the cooking program.