Unit beeps repeatedly and will not start when the inner pot is removed or not seated correctly.

Safety first: Unplug the cooker before cleaning sensor areas.

• Clean sensor and plate: Remove the pot and wipe the heating plate and central sensor clean and dry.
• Check pot compatibility: Ensure you are using the original or a compatible Nesco inner pot; other brands may not fit or trigger sensors correctly.
• Inspect pot bottom: Replace the pot if the bottom is significantly warped or dented.
• Sensor check (advanced): If the unit still thinks the pot is missing, inspect any mechanical or magnetic pot detection switches under the plate and verify wiring.
• Test operation: After cleaning and reseating, try starting a basic program with the correct pot installed.

Warning: Do not attempt to defeat pot detection; it helps prevent dry firing of the heating element.