Lid is difficult to close or open; feels jammed or misaligned.

Safety first: Ensure the cooker is fully depressurized before attempting to open a stuck lid. Never force open under pressure.

Steps to resolve:

• Clean latch area: Wipe the lid rim, latch hook, and body catch with a damp cloth to remove dried food.
• Inspect hinge: With the cooker unplugged and cool, open the lid and check the hinge pins and brackets for bending or looseness. Tighten hinge screws if present.
• Lubricate lightly: Apply a tiny amount of food-safe silicone lubricant to the hinge pivot (avoid the sealing surfaces).
• Replace damaged parts: If the latch hook is visibly worn or bent, replace the lid latch assembly with a Morphy Richards spare.