Food burns on the bottom of the pot; 'Burn' or overheat messages may appear; food sticks badly.

Safety first: Turn off and unplug the cooker if you smell burning.

• Stop cooking: Cancel the program and allow pressure to release according to the manual.
• Soak inner pot: Remove the pot and soak it in warm soapy water to loosen burnt food. Do not use metal tools that can scratch the non-stick coating.
• Clean heating plate: Once cool, gently clean the heating plate surface to remove any residue that could cause hot spots.
• Adjust recipes: Add more liquid, avoid thickening agents until after pressure cooking, and use lower sauté settings for delicate sauces.
• When to replace: If scorching occurs even with adequate liquid and correct use, the temperature sensor or control PCB may be misregulating heat and should be inspected by a technician.