Reasons your Instant Pot WON'T Come to Pressure--And how to fix it!

[@marksmith9295]

Hi there. Not a sealing issue but thought i would share a tip to speed up time for instant pot to come up to pressure. Most of meals i make (thanks to your channel) I use the saute function so after scraping the pot to free those flavourful crusties I leave it on saute (high setting) put the lid on then switch to pressure cook. Comes up to pressure quickly for me anyway. Maybe this has been suggested already but if not I hope it helps:)

[@AMindFullMom]

The issue with that is that most recipes are calculated using the time it takes to come to pressure with using cold liquid. I caution against using warm liquid or sautéing first unless a recipe states to do so. It can result in undercooked items

[@Hacker-xe8yv]

You're right. Most recipes are counting on cold water (and in the recommended amount) to arrive at the specified cooking time. @@AMindFullMom

[@Billavery2]

Thanks. I am a new to cooking and had the same exact issue today. In fact I was cooking beans and ended up throwing them away. I probably was not waiting long enough. You have a great little video here and make it easy to understand.

[@AMindFullMom]

Glad I could help!

[@seacprogrammer8455]

Nah more water .. same here making Dal 1st real run was great so doubled the qty water disappeared too quickly to pressure cook. Dont overfill but yea you need to see liquid in your mix to pressure cook in these things ..

[@rachelreichert1966]

Thank you so much! I just checked and my sealing ring was not secured. Now it seems to be working. I so appreciate your video :)

[@AMindFullMom]

Glad it helped!

[@virginiafleishans2523]

Clear and concise explanations. Thank you!

[@AMindFullMom]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dkyelak]

Yep- I checked the sealing ring and made sure it was sealed. Problem solved. Thanks!

[@AMindFullMom]

You bet!

[@BethyTank]

You saved me!! I was starting and restarting my soup having an anxiety attack cuz I couldn’t figure out why the timer wouldn’t start. I was cooking a whole pot of soup and turns out I just wasn’t waiting long enough!!! Thank you thank you thank you!!!

[@AMindFullMom]

I am so glad you found this video and dinner was a success! Happy New Year!

[@shiannejohnson1798]

Hey sorry to bug. If my valve isn't release steam but the cook time started. The cap hasn't come up at all.

[@dorcasbockelman2392]

A Mind Full Mom this was just the information I needed. Thank you!!

[@AMindFullMom]

You are so welcome!

[@BrickGirl101]

THANK YOUUUUUU!!!! I played around with my ring put it back in and it’s finally pressurizing!!!! Your video saved meeee!

[@AMindFullMom]

Yay! So happy this video helped.

[@pixiqpixiq]

This comment saved me watching the video 😂

[@bmoraga01]

Very, very helpful! Thank you for posting.

[@AMindFullMom]

You are very welcome!

[@tamarariley6696]

3:52 This video helped solve my problem. Thank you!

[@AMindFullMom]

Awesome! So happy to hear that!

[@BlackdogADV]

Excellent video, thanks so much. The editing was great.

[@AMindFullMom]

Much appreciated!

[@jomcginn2100]

Had this issue last night. Thanks for the vid.

[@AMindFullMom]

Glad it helped

[@BVG789]

You’re my hero. It was my sealing ring

[@AMindFullMom]

YAY! Thrilled to help!

[@mom_songs7598]

The freezer trick worked! Yaya thanks!

[@AMindFullMom]

You're welcome!

[@TastySchu4]

Thank you SO much for this! You fixed my "problem" within 1 min of this video 🤦‍♀️. So glad you explained things for us newbies. You're awesome!!! 😊❤👍

[@AMindFullMom]

You are so welcome!

[@heidis8713]

How did she solve it within 1 minute when she hadn't even given any tips by then?

[@TastySchu4]

​@@heidis8713 :50 I realized I hadn't waited long enough. Once I realized what she said was true, I waited and bam! It was ME, I was the issue. I was thinking my Indstapot was broken. So, that's what it was for me, instantly, under 1 min. Hope that makes sense 🤷‍♀️😁🫶

[@supgentil3453]

Bonjour et bravo c'est très intéressant

[@Arizonaclassics]

Thanks for the help

[@AMindFullMom]

No problem

[@naturallydope247]

Do you have any tips for an instant pot max? Mine is brand new out of the box and won’t get past 97 F with the water test or canning tests. I’ve checked everything multiple times. Unfortunately the valve on the Max is automated so there’s not much you can do besides install it correctly. My silicone ring is in correctly. I’m at a loss here. Of course I’d pick the day I had a deadline to test it.

[@AMindFullMom]

I would suggest calling customer service today. It should certainly reach more than 97 degrees and that may be an issue with the machine itself. Good luck!

[@danehuntsman9929]

I found this a very informative video! It answered my questions perfectly! Nice and succinct with good info. Thank you!

[@AMindFullMom]

Glad it was helpful!

[@spikerztuber]

Main problem I've ever encountered is when I've prepared the food, put it in the Instant Pot and turned it on. A few minutes later hear the error message- oops, forgot to put water in it. LOL Thanks for the video!

[@AMindFullMom]

Sometimes our mistakes our help us learn the most Jim ;)

[@thesnoozebutton2568]

Hi I had got finished cooking chicken, let it the pressure it was done then hit cancel. We ate dinner I looked obverse and it was flashing C-1. Any ideas what this could be? Ive seen where it says something about faulty sensor and to contact customer service but its out of warranty. Thank you😊

[@AMindFullMom]

Oh no! It sounds like maybe food or water spilled into actual instant pot, which can damage the sensors. A C1 error indicates that the central temperature sensor cannot be detected. My best recommendation is to let it dry out, check plug connection and try again.

[@thesnoozebutton2568]

@@AMindFullMom ok thank you. I plugged it in and ot doesn't say it anymore but I'd hate for it to do it I the middle.of cooking something. I'll keep an eye on it. Thank yoh😊

[@AMindFullMom]

@@thesnoozebutton2568 I hope it doesn't happen again!

[@thesnoozebutton2568]

@@AMindFullMom I know Me too😑

[@Hacker-xe8yv]

I went 2 years trashing youtube instant pot recipes not knowing my Instant Pot duo wasn't working properly from the time I bought it. Everything was undercooked. New gaskets, cleaned the valves and vent, nothing worked. Finally discarded it and bought a new one. Also a Duo but with a little different vent controls. Everything works great now.

[@AMindFullMom]

I am thrilled to hear you are now enjoying your Instant Pot. Sounds like you just had a lemon!

[@dixsigns1717]

You're awesome!!! 😊❤👍

[@AMindFullMom]

Thank you so much!

[@BigBen1991]

Thanks AMFM ! I am a mechanic and I was stumped. lol

[@AMindFullMom]

HA! We can't be experts at everything! Glad this helped.

[@SteelyPaw]

All great tips, thanks for your video.....

[@AMindFullMom]

Glad it was helpful Pete :)

[@vincentjennings604]

Mine will never work I named her Alexa now she’s always venting her problems to me

[@AMindFullMom]

LOL!

[@johnlark6583]

I came to this video to fix my instant pot, and low and behold it now appears to be working. Just thinking about watching this fixed my instant pot like a miracle.

[@AMindFullMom]

LOL! Hey, glad it worked!

[@shanequinn8356]

Hi, I have the same pot bought here in Australia under HomeMaker Brand. I recognised the 2 lid knobs exactly the same. I think your advice with the Twist Vent Knob is right but you didn't mention the other pressure push valve beside it. This push valve (red on mine) has no spring to keep it closed so ex-factory my pot can NEVER build up any pressure due to this valve that stays open by gravity. All it does is shoot out steam to make it look like pressure. Even just one atmosphere pressure 14.4psi is enough to scald or 2nd degree burn your arm. Car radiator caps are 14psi and many drivers know how these can blow steam. Proper steam cooking is just too dangerous for these thin aluminium pots so they are almost a scam. Still I applaud your warning and help.

[@AMindFullMom]

I will have to look into this model, but that may be hard here in the US . What you are describing sounds unsafe. Sorry I can not be of more help, but if I figure something out, I will let you know.

[@CyndisKrist]

Does anyone know if you're supposed to push the valve down at the beginning? Mine stays in the same place and I don't see this addressed in the instructions.

[@AMindFullMom]

Can you tell me the model you have? The valve should float up as pressure is reached and then float back down as pressure releases.

[@gennyt.1306]

Thank you sooooooo much!!!! I also subscribe to your blog. I enjoy your recipes and KZbin videos!!!

[@AMindFullMom]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@acv785]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@AMindFullMom]

I hope this helped!

[@The-Right-is-Right]

Should the base/side of the instantpot start to feel warm to the touch at some point? Should it feel warm at 20mins ? 30mins? 45 mins? It's been 25 mins and a 'noPr' message has just appeared. (Brand new plastic ring too)

[@AMindFullMom]

Hi! That means no pressure has been reached. What are you trying to cook--that will help me further troubleshoot.

[@The-Right-is-Right]

@@AMindFullMom 2 turkey legs in a soup. The 6qt instant pot is half full. I've cleaned both the pressure valve and 'vent/sealing' twist cap. The plastic seal ring is brand new. After about 25 mins or so 'noPr' appears. The side/bottom of the pot is still cold at that point. I just now completely emptied the pot, put 3 cups of water in it and put it on 'saute' (without the lid) to see if the water warmed up. After 10 mins still cold. So the heating element isn't working it seems. The instant pot is out of warranty (3 yrs old) so I guess I need to trash it?

[@AMindFullMom]

@@The-Right-is-Right Oh no!! It does sound like the heating element went bad. That just stinks!

[@catherine9443]

Thank you for this video! I forgot to put the sealing ring in! It never would have occurred to me that I forgot this step. 😭😭😅🤣

[@AMindFullMom]

Glad it helped! And happy it was an EASY fix!

[@lochorobetty4556]

Mine is Hoffman's brand. Started using it first time and pressure not adjusting to high it's on medium and am cooking beans also the pressure valve not floating up so what do i do?

[@AMindFullMom]

Hi there! I can't find the manual for a Hoffman pressure cooker or any model from that brand online. I wish I could help more, but I am not familiar with this brand at all. I would recommend calling the customer service number on the manual that came with your unit.

[@dandelatorre1870]

You just save my marriage!!! Thank you!!!! ❤️🙏

[@AMindFullMom]

LOL! Glad I could help!

[@ViolentCriminalOrganization]

waiting! that's what i needed to do. thank you

[@AMindFullMom]

You're welcome!

[@ablesandoval4904]

Thanks!

[@AMindFullMom]

You are welcome!

[@Eyesofmars2040]

What a pain in the 🥾y this thing is. Thanks for the tips.

[@AMindFullMom]

Once you get over the learning curve, it can be great!

[@cchoi108]

Omg thank you.

[@ZainabuIbrahim-u7l]

Hi there, mine the pressure is coming out how do I fix it

[@AMindFullMom]

Make sure the knob on the lid is pointed towards sealed :)

[@Pattymelt415]

I have my instapot set to slow cook. But it stays on preheating! For 1/2 hour already. Any ideas?

[@AMindFullMom]

The slow cooker function on the Instant Pot does not work well at all! Here is my guide for using it: amindfullmom.com/pressure-cooker-as-a-slow-cooker/ As for heating, you can turn to saute briefly to speed up the process.

[@jjj1981jj]

Instant pot pro right out of the box. Keeps steaming like crazy out of the top while preheating. Yes, the lid is sealed, the valve is closed, there’s enough liquid, the float valve popped up. The steam kinda slows for a minute and ramps back up again. It’s been 30+ mins…is this normal? And why is so much steam escaping if we’re trying to build pressure?

[@AMindFullMom]

This is not normal, but let me know what you are cooking and I can confirm that. Sometimes if you inner pot is overfull, it will take a really, really long time to come to pressure.

[@jjj1981jj]

@@AMindFullMom I was cooking Ropa Vieja. My pot was maybe 1/3 of the way full. I tried adding a little bit extra liquid and shortening the pressure cook time to 5 mins but it just kept steaming out of the vent. Tried it 3x before I tried slow cooking. The pro model doesn’t have the normal floppy knob. It has a stainless steel vent that doesn’t budge. The “seal/vent” button is is next to that and is set up like a light switch. The red float valve is on top of that. I’m probably going to return and get an 8 qt duo.

[@AMindFullMom]

I would double check the inner ring and then decide if it is defective @@jjj1981jj

[@9CatsOfficial]

No videos on the Ninja Foodi XL .. I keep getting WATR message and tried all steps online.

[@AMindFullMom]

That message indicates you need more water or thin liquid in order for pressure to be reached and maintained. Be sure to use a full 1 cup if it is a 6 quart model and 1.5 cups if an 8 quart model. Keep in mind that any thick sauce (like tomato, ketchup, etc does NOT count toward the liquid)

[@chelseaheggehegge1555]

I came here to find this! Thank you!

[@tangtanglovesmuji517]

Hi AMFM, my pressure cooker just won't start, all other button works but the pressure cook.

[@AMindFullMom]

So frustrating! Can I ask what model you have and what happens when you hit the pressure cook button? That way I can further troubleshoot for you.

[@Bridgez777]

Why is your ring ‘RED’.. I have the exact pot with clear ring. Is that a replacement ring that’s better? TIA🤞💕😊 & Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍽

[@AMindFullMom]

I have colored replacement rings. I bought them so I can remember which one I use for savory and which one I use for yogurt. They don't work better per say.

[@dr.michelledavis8822]

Thanks!!!!! the plastic seal was not secured properly (now its working again)

[@AMindFullMom]

So happy this helped!

[@savingmoney4236]

Mine starts the countdown, but is not pressurized

[@AMindFullMom]

What model do you have? And have you ensured your sealing ring is on the lid?

[@neil2897]

Same, when it's finished with the countdown, it just takes 3-5 seconds to release all pressure with is odd cause it usually takes 30 up to more than a min. before the pin goes down.

[@flavioanguiano8461]

I tried to cook white rice and followed your rice guide to the t but it never pressurizes and eventually just gives me the food burn notice. Ive cleaned it and even went as far as biying a new sealing ring but no luck. I'm about to throw my instant pot away if I cant figure out why it wont come to pressure

[@AMindFullMom]

Hey there! I am so sorry you are having issues. Is the vent knob closed? What size model do you have? If an 8-quart you need to at least 1.5 cups of liquid.

[@caileanmcmartin3301]

I changed my seal.. steam is leaking out the sides.. only work if I buy weight on the lid. ??

[@AMindFullMom]

Hmm, that sounds like the seal isn't a proper fit. I would see if you can replace with the exact seal designed for your model. Sorry!

[@ramos7735]

TY!!!!

[@AMindFullMom]

You bet!

[@gracepineda1743]

What to do if I can't take the lid off.. and valve is up and a lot of the steam cam out with porridge.. and time is off yet I can't open the lid

[@AMindFullMom]

Hi Grace! It can take 10-15 minutes for the valve to release after the cook time is up. Once it does, you should be able to open the lid. You can also opt to do a quick-release of pressure. Here is my video explaining how to do that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6jRmaGoj5mlbNE I hope that helps.

[@gracepineda1743]

@@AMindFullMomit had been 2hrs it had been done and stated pressure was low but dint let me open the lid.. end up putting to cook again and when it was done again this time it let me open it.. yes my food was burn but I got to open it

[@MsRooster86]

The pressure in my instapot releases suddenly,with a noise, causing great concern. Does an instapot burst like ordinary pressure cooker

[@AMindFullMom]

Hi there! The name brand should not burst, as it has protective measures to prevent against that. However, that does not sound normal if it releases all the pressure with a loud noise. I would maybe suggest calling the manufacturer to be safe. If they think everything is fine, I would be sure your vent knob is pointed towards sealed and your sealing ring is good and you have a full cup of liquid in your Instant Pot.

[@Kuderik]

All she had to say was you need to saute FIRST. to preheat the pressure cooker. That worked for me. Thanks.

[@oscartobacia7403]

Very helpful - but this 3:51min long video could be a 1 min long video. :)

[@28andfun]

I love my pressure cookerXL BUT TONIGHT UT WOULD BUILD PRESSUSURE I FOUND TE STEAM CIMING FRIM THE HANDLE PART OF THE LID . LOOKS LIKE EITHER A-SPECIAL SCREW OR SOMETHING IS MISSING UNDER THE SEAL . CAN SOMEONE TELL ME IF I CAM FIX IT ?

[@AMindFullMom]

It actually sounds more likely that your seal was not inserted correctly or has a tear.Try taking off the seal and placing it back on tightly to see if that helps.

[@Jaytraveler2]

There's a three-prong metal wire on the inside lid. In my situation it caught on the device to pressurize the pressure pot. Solution, depressurize it, take off the lid and adjust the inside wire 😊

[@sandyridge7667]

What does it mean when it displays rap?

[@AMindFullMom]

Can I ask what model you have?

[@bethanyhall1524]

I was trying to cook frozen chicken breast with mushroom soup. Is this too thick to come to pressure with?

[@AMindFullMom]

Hey there! Yes, you would want to put 1 cup of broth or water in the bottom of your inner pot, followed by chicken. Dollop the soup over the chicken and then cook. I personally don't use condensed soups, but that should work.

[@bethanyhall1524]

@@AMindFullMom thank you! It was a homemade gf condensed soup. I'm thankful my insta pot isn't broken then.

[@AMindFullMom]

@@bethanyhall1524 Not at all! Just too thick to use alone!

[@annmariebenjamin7388]

Hi my problem is my instant pot is not saute when I'm trying to heat the pot

[@AMindFullMom]

Hey there! It can take a bit for the saute function to warm up. Have you given it a bit of time?

[@Robfenix]

It doesn’t make sense to me that having the pot very full would cause it to take longer to pressurize. More liquid = less air = faster to pressurize.

[@AMindFullMom]

To come to pressure, the instant pot heats the liquid. The more liquid, the longer it takes to heat. It isn't heating the air, just the liquid. I hope that makes sense.

[@Robfenix]

@@AMindFullMom Ah yeah, I see. I use a water boiler first to make sure that the instant pot doesn't take too long to get going.

[@AMindFullMom]

@@Robfenix Just an FYI, I don't recommend that. It will change the time it takes to come to pressure which will change the best cooking time.

[@VampguyN85]

What if your float valve reaches the top and it beeps but goes to end? I was making risotto tonight I have never seen this before. I canceled it and hit pressure again. And waited and it seemed to switch to the countdown correctly this time instead of going right to end.

[@AMindFullMom]

Wow--that is an odd one! Could it be you accidently set the timing to 0--which would cause it to beep and end at the same time? I am glad it worked the second time.

[@yoshiyo]

I'm confused. Should be in Sealing or not?

[@AMindFullMom]

The knob always should be sealed when cooking under pressure.

[@ashleyr.4105]

So annoying lol. Here after 25 minutes - sure makes it unpredictable on how to time dinner! I should've just boiled the soup LOL. As I typed this, it started the timer. Must be because it's a soup and has frozen hash browns! Thanks for tips!

[@AMindFullMom]

Glad this video helped! And hopefully will help you in the future :)

[@traceyjones3585]

I got pressure king pro 12 in 1 . I put plenty water in to cover line it keeps boiling dry .the lid isn’t sealing. Tidy

[@AMindFullMom]

Be sure to check your seal on your lid. If that is not the case, I would contact pressure king's customer service. You may have a faulty model.

[@danorley5575]

Thanks to you my Insta Pot works again. HOOORAY!!!!!!

[@AMindFullMom]

Happy to help! I am so glad this video saved the day ;)

[@adventureseeking]

Thank you. Mine was the ring. I put it in the freezer, and bam!

[@AMindFullMom]

So glad these tips helped. A warm ring will do it😉

[@wesdaaawg]

When I plug mine in, all the button lights flash. Is this normal?

[@AMindFullMom]

Hmm. I have never seen or heard of that problem. What model is it?

[@wesdaaawg]

@@AMindFullMom Thanks for the response. It’s a duo plus. I think I will reach out to their technical support team to see if they can help troubleshoot the issue

[@AMindFullMom]

@@wesdaaawg Keep me posted. This is not normal

[@wesdaaawg]

@@AMindFullMom will do!

[@cynthiapatterson9454]

So, I got an inatapot for mom's day and cooking a small pork loin. I searched for this because I had a bunch of steam coming out the vent for several minutes. But after about 18 min it suddenly stopped and a cpl sec later time set and I'm in business. We'll see how it turns out.

[@AMindFullMom]

I hope you enjoy! I would be sure the vent knob is fully pointed to the sealed button or the lid was locked.

[@wraynephew6838]

45 minutes is way too long. I had a very similar problem. There is inner rubber seal must be aligned properly. The seal is loose or not aligned properly Pot will probably never get to pressure until all the water is gone and the burn sign comes on.

[@mahanaveed7576]

I am having the same problem. When I pressure cook and set the time for let's say 10 mins. It stays ON and the timer doesn't start. The valve doesn't go up. And the food is burnt after 10 mins. I have tried with alot of water too. It just dries up. With less water or with more it's just the same. The valve moves side by side but doesn't go up and timer doest start.

[@AMindFullMom]

I would try to replace your seal on the lid to see if that helps!

[@mahanaveed7576]

I just bought the instant pot its brand new. I think I need to talk to them.

[@AMindFullMom]

@@mahanaveed7576 They do have great customer service! I hope they can help you figure it out!

[@funfun2000k]

Did anybody try to heat up the liquid ingredients first to speed up the cooking time? Is this recommend?

[@AMindFullMom]

Hey there! That is NOT recommended. It will change the cooking time and the results will not be accurate.

[@lhaicen7979]

Now that's the sealing ring is what I'm missing 😅 been cooking for an hour I though I bought a defective one. Made me nervous lol.

[@AMindFullMom]

I get it! So glad you figured this out!

[@firstlady3674]

I checked all parts of the instant pot and everything is intact. I have no idea what is going on. It does turn on, but it will not reach pressure, but it successfully tells me "food burning." I have tried four times, I gave up and transferred the food to the slow cooker. : (

[@AMindFullMom]

I am sorry to hear this is happening to you! Can I ask what you are trying to cook? It may be what you are making.

[@firstlady3674]

@@AMindFullMom It was chili. I looked over all of the parts again, thinking maybe I missed something but everything is intact.

[@AMindFullMom]

@@firstlady3674 It may be the chili causing a burn notice. If you saute the meat in the inner pot it needs to be fully scraped off and thin liquid added--I also recommend adding tomatoes last as they can easily cause a burn notice. Here is my recipe if that helps: amindfullmom.com/instant-pot-chili/

[@firstlady3674]

@@AMindFullMom You know, now that you mentioned tomatoes that may be it! I have made this dish many times & this is the first time this happened, the only difference is the tomatoes. I use canned but this was plum tomatoes not the usual diced. Thank you! : )

[@lovevideos1699]

I have issues when I cook those meals that only needs 5 minutes. Is it because it takes more than that time to pressurize?

[@AMindFullMom]

I am not sure I understand the question. Are you asking why recipes that say they take 5 minutes require more time due to the time it takes to reach pressure? Or that you are finding your recipes require longer to cook than the 5 minutes under pressure? Unfortunately a lot of recipes don't include the time it takes to come to pressure and pressure to release in the total time, which can make planning hard. I try to add that in for you on my recipe cards.

[@Resist4]

Mine starts the cook time but the float valve doesn't pop up. When I press the lid down it does but once I let go after like 30 seconds, it falls back down. The inner ring is always perfectly clean. There is alway enough liquid.

[@AMindFullMom]

It sound like you may need a new seal around the float valve. First try cleaning really well and then if needed, here are new float valves (amazon link) amzn.to/4bPMnM5

[@Resist4]

@@AMindFullMom I thought that too yet it looks fine, but might order a few of those seals just to be sure. There was some calcium buildup on the float valve and in where it sits in the lid but I cleaned most of that out and even with it in there the valve freely moved so it never really stopped it from popping up. I'm kind of thinking now that the sealing ring might not be sealing, so I ordered a few replacement seals. Hard to believe it would need replacing after only 4 years of non daily use. The company Instant Pot was not helpful at all because mine is out of warranty and all they suggested was that I needed to buy a new one, which is completely wasteful.

[@AMindFullMom]

@@Resist4 I agree! NO need to buy a new one. But I would try new sealing rings as well. I replace mine yearly (but use it a ton!!)

[@Resist4]

@@AMindFullMom looks like Instant Pot recommends replacing the sealing ring anywhere from 6 to 18 months, depending on use. I also have a 6qt Instant Pot and it had the issue. I know they need to make a profit but you’d think they would design seals that lasted much longer. Because back in the day the pressure cookers didn’t use silicone seals.

[@Resist4]

UPDATE: My new inner sealing ring arrived today and I tried it out. The float valve popped up and stayed during the cooking process. Woo Hoo!

[@MWaffles1000]

I have a duo plus and iv checked all thor's over and over and even kept buying different brand rings off Amazon with great ratings and everything and I still can't figure out how to get my instant pot to reach pressure. For the past maybe 10 times now out of 15 my food cooked all the way and even over cooked bc the time won't start but it was cooking my food the whole time. The steam comes from everywhere on the top. The little notch I'd up all the way saying their is pressure everytime. If I catch it in time I just keep taking it off and on (the lid) and hope it works ...by then food is always gross after cooking

[@AMindFullMom]

Hi Makayla. It sounds like you have really troubleshooted well. I would call Instant Pot Customer Service, they are great and it sounds like you may have a bad model.

[@GullveigSonn]

My float valve doesn't float up and steam comes from the float valve

[@AMindFullMom]

It sounds like you it may be in the venting position. Could that be the case?

[@lisetteem588]

Mine is the valve .. comes out.. think something is missing.

[@AMindFullMom]

Check to make sure that it is pointed to "sealing" It will let a bit of steam out when it is coming to pressure but should stop. And the valve does pop in and out--that is normal :)

[@jaybanks8211]

First time use - My Instant Pot switch is in seal mode but steam keeps coming out of the vent during pressurizing mode. It’s been over an hour and the screen still says On. Now what? Defective? Return it? Now it says “Food burn.” I hate this thing!

[@AMindFullMom]

Hmm, it sounds like it wasn't really sealed OR you didn't have enough thin liquid for it to come to pressure. Can you tell me what you were trying to cook?

[@sigorilla007]

What if timer does not come on,but everything else works?

[@AMindFullMom]

That often means that your seal is not fully on or ripped. Be sure to check it closely. I hope that helps.

[@stevenazzz]

what about if it says water when it’s full of water

[@AMindFullMom]

What model do you have? I am not familiar with an error code "water"

[@DonaldMacGregor-u4o]

My instant pot won’t switch to cook from preheat?

[@AMindFullMom]

It is likely you don't have enough thin liquid OR your seal isn't on the lid well.

[@jakcarn4184]

Wtf I am so sad today I got plenty of of liquid about a 2 inches far from marker. It keeps saying add water. I added water and it keeps on saying add water later. I checked the ring and sealed the lid tight

[@AMindFullMom]

Hey there! That is frustrating. I would unplug your machine, dry your inner pot well and make sure the inside is dry as well. Place your inner pot back in your machine and add just 2 cups of water and try to bring that to pressure.

[@ElChicleSeMePego]

In my case, my instant pot kept beeping and displaying LID.... everything was fine and normal.... turns out I had the inside squishing the gasket.... it has to be just barely on barely touching the gasket & a nice easy twist on. It went away. 😅

[@zacharycole8085]

Right when you said be a little patient it came to pressure… lol

[@AMindFullMom]

LOL! Works like a charm!

[@BizzyIzzy87]

Mine is brand new, it either won’t do It or takes for ever like over 20 minutes. The seal and everything is correct. And I don’t want soup so I don’t want to “put more liquid”.

[@AMindFullMom]

Are you using at least 1 cup of liquid? That is needed. And what are you trying to cook? Some things take 20 minutes to come to pressure.

[@JAM-zb2vh]

HELLO i just want to say Thank you very much my instant pot just stopped coming up to pressure and I took the seal out and cleaned it good and it is working now I was going to buy a new one I use it all the time God bless you and all of your family.

[@AMindFullMom]

Wonderful! Happy to help! And blessings to you as well!

[@nickthree7]

Never thought I'd be driven to comment on a KZbin video, but that was a top, well, #1, most annoying video I've ever watched. That's impressive considering the videos I've watched.

[@AMindFullMom]

I love hearing that! Thanks!

[@annetteunderwood4688]

Wow! Never thought I'd see someone so narcissistic that they would feel compelled to comment something so rude! Wow!

[@tobyzimmerman5663]

Wheeew, I'm not alone. Spazy.

[@keke13905]

That was seriously the most annoying comment I have ever read. Very impressive considering the annoying comments on KZbin.

[@varjunind1]

Reason why tiktok is better

[@GeorgeTeare-p5v]

Hi, mine is stuck on preheat even on the water test, and the float valve is up. Any ideas? The vent knob is closed too

[@AMindFullMom]

I would ensure you used enough liquid and your seal was not broken. Let me know if you checked those thigs.

[@courierdog1941]

This is our second unit, and it was the same issue with both models. There is a design issue with the Float Valve in the Instant Pot. Not one of my pressure cookers, I have 5 of various sizes have ever had the problem. I have as I said, been using a pressure cooker since my mother taught me after the war (WWII) I have owned several different makes of pressure cookers, the Pressure Cookers have a spring on the Float valve to hold the seal on the lid. If the Instant Pot was to change there design it would solve the issue.

[@AMindFullMom]

I would certainly share the concern with the company. MAYBE they would listen (hopefully!)

[@The-Right-is-Right]

@daveclarke8527 My instantpot heat element failed so need to buy a brand new pressure cooker. Which specific brand/model would you recommend ?

[@zoharaankaoua661]

Is cancel button sane is STOP button ??

[@AMindFullMom]

Yes 😊

[@sonavagun9283]

I've tried everything. It won't seal at all

[@AMindFullMom]

What model do you have? And let me know the exact issue. Is it not turning on? Is it never reaching pressure? Is it just hard to get into place?

[@sonavagun9283]

@@AMindFullMom I've used it many times. But the last couple times I did soup and it would make the close sound. And steam would leek out of the top and sides of the lid. I know to check the rubber ring to make sure it's secured. The lid would not lock. The timer will start as if its locked and up to pressure. I tried 3 times yesterday with no success. After the 3rd time I just stopped because by that time the soup was cooked regardless. The time before that it worked only after the 3rd try. My girlfriend will be doing rice today so we will see then. May just end up buying a new one.

[@AMindFullMom]

@@sonavagun9283 It sounds like the seal is bad. I would suggest replacing that before buying a new ring.

[@AMindFullMom]

@@sonavagun9283 I would try replacing the seal. It can stretch or have tiny tears in it and can stop working--even if it looks fine.

[@sonavagun9283]

I guess thats the next step. Thanks you

[@mastorarafee5812]

My pot all light became on

[@AMindFullMom]

Can you give me a bit more detail? I am not sure what all light means.

[@mastorarafee5812]

@@AMindFullMom I bought ten days before a pressure instant pot but after tow time’s usage became damaged it became off didn’t became on again

[@shahidmukadam100]

I went through the video convinced I will watch it till the end and come to the conclusion that the pot is the problem not me.....a few minutes in ...I was like what sealing ring?....is there a ....ohhhh...I AM the problem

[@AMindFullMom]

Haha! It takes a learning curve and I am so happy you figured out the issue.

[@yvettedapson4772]

My instant pot does not want to set time

[@AMindFullMom]

What model do you have? Have you tried pushing manual, then start?

[@keygarcia2180]

Yo te tengo una marca bella y no marca el tiempo , 😢​@@AMindFullMom

[@ryanramos2335]

Her faces are hilarious

[@samuelpeterson615]

Thanks for not letting pressure cooker blow up on.me

[@AMindFullMom]

LOL! You bet!

[@marayawebster6341]

I think mine was too much liquid

[@AMindFullMom]

It will take QUITE a bit longer to come to pressure if too much liquid.

[@elidc100]

She looks like every meal she cooked in an instanpot didn't work...LMAO!

[@florencekwai8621]

My instant pot is pretty new but the little "sealing" and "venting" button is not working properly. The air kept coming up once I turned the instant pot on. What should I do?

[@AMindFullMom]

Hi Florence! What model do you have? Be sure that the sealing ring on the lid is secure without rips. It is normal for a bit of air to come out of the knob as it is reaching pressure, but it should stop and seal. Let me know which model so I can try to further help.

[@courtneyaverill3631]

I’m having the same exact issue. Everything is clean. I’ve used it once and now it won’t go past pre heating. Any suggestions?