Salton Temperature Regulation Inaccurate

Multicooker heats but never reaches or maintains set temperature; food undercooked or overcooked.

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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

Drifted or damaged NTC temperature sensor, Poor contact between inner pot and heating plate, Faulty calibration on main PCB, Warped inner pot base

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug and cool the unit before physical inspection.

  • Check pot contact: Ensure the Salton inner pot sits flat on the heating plate. Replace the pot if the base is warped.
  • Clean sensor area: Remove the pot and gently clean the central sensor area on the heating plate with a soft cloth. Remove any burnt residue.
  • Test with water: Add a measured amount of water and run a boil or sauté program. Use a kitchen thermometer to compare actual temperature to expected. Large deviations suggest sensor or control issues.
  • Inspect sensor wiring: From the base, verify that the NTC sensor wires are intact and firmly connected to the PCB.

If temperature remains inaccurate after ensuring good contact and clean surfaces, replacing the NTC sensor or main PCB may be necessary.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Bottom Plate NTC Temperature Sensor
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