Loud clicking, popping, or metallic noises from the base during heating.

Safety first: Unplug and allow the cooker to cool completely before removing the base.

Steps to check:

• Inspect heating plate mounting: Remove the base cover and locate the screws or bolts securing the heating plate to the chassis. Tighten them evenly, but do not overtighten to avoid warping.
• Look for foreign objects: Check for any loose screws, nuts, or debris trapped around the plate that could rattle or pop when heating.
• Check for warping: From inside the cooker, visually inspect the heating plate surface. If it is visibly warped or buckled, the plate assembly may need replacement.
• Normal sounds: Some mild clicking from metal expansion is normal. Focus on loud, sharp, or new noises that indicate looseness.