Starfrit
Float Valve Stuck or Not Sealing
Float valve does not rise; cooker never indicates that pressure has been reached.
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Possible Causes
Dried food or starch around float valve, Missing or damaged float valve O-ring, Float valve installed backwards, Insufficient liquid in pot
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Steps:
- Ensure you have at least the minimum required liquid in the inner pot.
- After cooling and depressurizing, remove the float valve pin and its silicone O-ring as per the manual.
- Clean the float valve channel in the lid with warm soapy water and a small brush to remove any residue.
- Inspect the O-ring for cracks or flattening. Replace if worn.
- Reinstall the float valve in the correct orientation and ensure it moves freely up and down.
- Test with a water-only pressure cycle to verify that the float rises and seals.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Float Valve and O-Ring
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