Mealthy Premature Cycle Termination

Unit switches to Keep Warm prematurely and food is undercooked.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Incorrect program selection, Overheat/burn detection triggering early, Faulty temperature sensor reading high, Loose sensor mounting

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the cooker before internal inspection.

  • Verify program: Ensure you are using the correct pressure level and time for the recipe.
  • Check for burn risk: Inspect the bottom of the pot for thick or sticky foods that might trigger burn protection. Adjust recipe with more liquid.
  • Inspect bottom sensor: From the underside, ensure the bottom temperature sensor is firmly attached to the heating plate or center post and has good thermal contact.
  • Test with water: Run a water-only pressure test. If the unit still ends early, the sensor or control board may be misreading and require replacement.

Warning: Do not ignore repeated premature terminations; they can indicate failing safety sensors.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Bottom Temperature Sensor / Thermistor Assembly
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