Steam or water leaking from around the lid rim during pressure cooking.

Safety first: If you see heavy steam leaking from the rim, cancel the program and allow the cooker to depressurize naturally before opening.

• Clean contact surfaces: After cooling, remove the gasket and clean the lid rim and cooker body rim thoroughly. Even small food particles can break the seal.
• Inspect gasket condition: If the gasket feels hard, has visible cracks, or no longer sits snugly in its groove, replace it.
• Check lid locking: Close the lid and ensure it rotates fully into the locked position. If it stops early, check for obstructions.
• Inspect inner pot: A severely warped pot can prevent even pressure on the gasket. Replace the pot if the bottom is not flat.

Persistent rim leaks almost always require a new silicone gasket. Use only Tristar-compatible gaskets sized for your model.