Clicking or popping sounds from the base during heating.

Safety first: Ensure the cooker is on a stable surface away from flammable materials.

• Identify normal vs abnormal: Occasional soft clicks are normal as the heater cycles. Loud metallic pops or scraping may indicate a warped pot.
• Check inner pot fit: Rotate the pot and ensure it sits flat without rocking. Replace if significantly warped.
• Monitor performance: If cooking performance is normal and there is no burning smell, minor clicking is usually not a fault.