Russell Hobbs Premature cycle termination / incorrect temperature or pressure detection

Programs start but end prematurely; cooker switches to Keep Warm long before food is done.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Faulty NTC temperature sensor, Poor contact between pot and heating plate, Pressure sensor misreading, Firmware logic issue

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Allow the cooker to cool before internal inspection.

Steps:

  • Check pot and plate: Ensure the inner pot and heating plate are clean and in full contact. Remove any debris.
  • Use correct volume: Very small quantities of food can heat too quickly and trigger early completion. Follow minimum volume guidelines.
  • Sensor check: Inspect the NTC sensor for proper seating and damage. Replace if loose or corroded.
  • Reset unit: Unplug for 10 minutes to reset the control board, then retry.

Repair: If the issue persists across multiple programs, replace the NTC temperature sensor. If that fails, the control PCB may be at fault.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

NTC Temperature Sensor
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