Salter
High Temperature / Overpressure Cooking
Food is overcooked or mushy even when using standard recipes and times.
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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
Pressure sensor reading high, Steam release valve stuck closed, Blocked anti-block shield, Incorrect program selection
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Use caution when releasing pressure; overpressure can cause vigorous venting.
- Verify program: Ensure you are using the correct Salter program and time for the food type (e.g., 'Rice' vs 'Stew').
- Clean valves and shield: Remove and clean the steam release valve and anti-block shield to ensure proper venting.
- Check sensor: If the cooker seems to run at excessively high pressure even with clean valves, the pressure sensor may be miscalibrated. Replace the sensor.
After cleaning and sensor replacement, re-test with a simple recipe and adjust cooking times as needed.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Pressure Sensor Assembly
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