Unpleasant or persistent food odors remain in the cooker and affect new dishes.

Safety first: Ensure the cooker is unplugged and cool before cleaning.

• Deep clean removable parts: Wash the inner pot, sealing ring, inner lid, steam release valve, and condensation collector with warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Deodorize sealing ring: Soak the silicone ring in a solution of warm water and baking soda for 1–2 hours, then rinse.
• Vent cleaning: Use a small brush to clean the steam vent and anti-block shield.
• Consider a spare ring: Many users keep separate Philips sealing rings for savory and sweet dishes to minimize odor transfer.