Multicooker beeps and displays E1 immediately after powering on; cooking cannot start.

Safety first: Unplug the Morphy Richards multicooker from the mains and allow it to cool completely before opening any panels.

Steps to check and fix:

• Inspect the sensor lead: Remove the inner pot and look at the center of the heating plate. Most Morphy Richards multicookers have a small temperature sensor (NTC) clipped to or embedded in the plate. Check that its wires are not cut, pinched, or burnt.
• Check the connector: Remove the bottom cover (usually a few screws). Locate the small 2‑wire plug from the NTC sensor going to the main control PCB. Reseat the connector firmly and look for corrosion or looseness.
• Test continuity: With a multimeter set to resistance, measure across the NTC sensor leads (with the cooker unplugged). A typical reading is between 5 kΩ and 200 kΩ at room temperature (exact value varies by model). If the meter shows OL (open) or 0 Ω (short), the sensor is faulty.
• Replace the sensor: If open or damaged, remove the clip or screw holding the NTC to the heating plate, disconnect it from the harness, and install a compatible Morphy Richards NTC temperature sensor. Route the wires away from the hot plate and moving parts.
• Reassemble and test: Refit the base cover, insert the inner pot, plug in, and power on. The E1 code should clear automatically if the sensor is detected.

When to stop: If the sensor and wiring are intact but E1 persists, the fault may be on the control PCB; contact an authorized Morphy Richards service center.