Troubleshooting Guide - Toastmaster TM-670PC Instruction Manual

FAULT
Lid wil not close
Lid will not open
Excess steam leaking
between the lid and
the pressure cooker
housing
Safety valve will not rise
(lock) so pressure can-
not build
Occasional popping noise
coming from pressure
cooker
Excessive steam
coming from the steam
release valve
Rice is too soft
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

POSSIBLE CAUSE
Gasket is not in place or
missing
Lid is not properly
aligned with pressure
cooker base
Pressure cooker is still
pressurized
Safety valve at the back
of the lid is caught in the
lock (up) position
Damaged gasket
Missing gasket
Build up or debris on
gasket
Lid not properly attached
Not enough liquid added
to the recipe
Silicone stopper on
safety valve is dirty or
worn out
The control board
component cycles with
the thermostat during
use
The inner pot is wet
Steam release valve not
properly connected
Too much water added
SUGGESTED CORRECTION
Adjust or insert gasket
Align the indicator line on the
edge of the lid with the left
indicator triangle and rotate the
lid counterclockwise
Slide the pressure release
switch to the release
position and let out any
remaining pressure
Using a long utensil, gently
press the safety valve until it
releases and drops
Replace the gasket
Insert the gasket
Remove the gasket and clean it
according to instructions
Ensure lid is aligned and
closed. Gently push down on
the lid handle.
Remove lid and add liquid
Clean safety valve and silicone
stopper / replace silicone stopper
This is normal
Make sure the inner pot and the
inside of the pressure cooker
are completely dry before use
Remove the steam release
valve according to instructions
and replace it on the metal post
Adjust the rice to water ratio to
use less water