Display shows 'HOT' and cooker refuses to start a new program immediately after finishing one.

Safety first: Do not add cold liquid to a very hot inner pot; it can cause splashing or damage.

• Allow cooling time: Leave the lid open and allow the cooker to cool for 15–30 minutes. The 'HOT' message is often normal and will clear once the base temperature drops.
• Keep inner pot in place: Leaving the inner pot in the cooker helps distribute heat more evenly and may speed up safe cooling.
• Avoid back-to-back high-heat cycles: If you frequently see 'HOT', allow a short cooling period between pressure or sauté cycles.
• Sensor check: If 'HOT' remains even when the cooker is clearly cold, the bottom NTC temperature sensor may be reading incorrectly and require replacement.