Problems with the lid sealing... it keeps turning off and going to warm when the food is NOT done
890984
You're probably just not pushing the lid down all the way when you start the cooking cycle. If you're pressure cooking, you have to push down on the lid kind of hard to get the seal. I underestimated it myself the first time I tried and so it was also just sitting on warm till I checked it again. Now I know that when the lid is really locked, you hear the pressure build upon the cooker at the beginning.
890985
We had this problem early on too, and it is very annoying. However, it happens because the bail (the metal wire hoop around the rim of the lid that holds the gasket in place) is not exactly in the middle or top of the V-Shape gasket all the way around. First step is to ensure it is by running your fingers around it and looking to make sure the gasket is as snug as it can be against the bail's wire. Next place the lid carefully on the pot, properly aligning the lug locks. Then twist evenly once it is level. We also found if we didn't put the lid on properly in the first go and fiddled with the lid, the probability of the gasket being mis-centered and failing to seal was high. Better to redo when you suspect the gasket may be improperly seated, than to go ahead with the doubt, heat up and then have to redo with a hot lid (un-fun, as you probably well know). The gasket and it's bail are more fiddly than sealing a pressure cooker should be, but that is the worst feature of the Secura. Once you get in the habit of ensuring the gasket is properly in place and get the lid set, and twist it to seal, it is a very reliable and wonderful cooking unit. So, now take a deep breath, properly seat the gasket, align the locking lugs, and smoothly twist. Set the time and mode, and you are done!
890986
I have used my secura several times and have not had any problems with it. The food hot and the seal has always worked.
890987
Seals only counterclockwise, (see picture on lid) It defaults to keep warm when the initial time on the display counts down, You can get it to cook longer by increasing the time. For pressure cooker where the initial duration is 10 min., pushing the pc button again adds one minute 2 times, 2 minutes etc. You can increase the time to get the result you want.
890988
I haven't had any problems with this cooker. It turns off when the time has counted down. If you're setting the time and it's turning off before the elapsed time, then I would say it's defective.
1712372
I've had 2 of these. My newest one, the lid is definitely tighter, but still a one handed operation. If it doesn't get easier quickly, I'd get a different one. Is the seal glued on properly? Maybe it slipped??
2020071
I also have had problems with the lids leaking. Also, the plastic of the lids is very soft. It warps easily. One week after buying my yogurt maker, one lid would no longer seat correctly on the jar. Last week I left 4 jars on the top of my stove while I had the oven on (not the burners). Just the heat from the oven warped the jar lids so much they would not come off. I had to turn the oven on again and soften up the plastic just to unscrew the lids. Luckily the lids are a standard size that many glass jars use. Watch your food purchases, save the lids from the jars some foods come in, and swap them out one-by-one. Throw away these plastic ones and replace them with metal ones that won't leak or warp. Just save them from jelly jars, olive jars, etc.
340699
I strongly suggest contacting the manufacturer. My opinion, however, would be that if there was any food touching the cover, the food might get too hot and damage the cover.
1963530
Examine the seal between the lid and the cooker when this happens. If there is steam hissing out or water dripping from the emergency blow out, the gasket is not seated properly (could be a friction thing, stuck food or something else) and pressure will not build up. Either take the lid out and reseat the gasket or jiggle/push the gasket with a spoon handle or some such through the cutout ( a rectangular cutout, approx 1 inch long, in the lid near the handle which allows the gasket to blow out when there is excessive pressure). I hate having to do this but somehow the fagor gasket material seems to always do this for me. Need to call and complain to them. Examine the seal between the lid and the cooker when this happens. If there is steam hissing out or water dripping from the emergency blow out, the gasket is not seated properly (could be a friction thing, stuck food or something else) and pressure will not build up. Either take the lid out and reseat the gasket or jiggle/push the gasket with a spoon handle or some such through the cutout ( a rectangular cutout, approx 1 inch long, in the lid near the handle which allows the gasket to blow out when there is excessive pressure). I hate having to do this but somehow the fagor gasket material... » Read More Examine the seal between the lid and the cooker when this happens. If there is steam hissing out or water dripping from the emergency blow out, the gasket is not seated properly (could be a friction thing, stuck food or something else) and pressure will not build up. Either take the lid out and reseat the gasket or jiggle/push the gasket with a spoon handle or some such through the cutout ( a rectangular cutout, approx 1 inch long, in the lid near the handle which allows the gasket to blow out when there is excessive pressure). I hate having to do this but somehow the fagor gasket material seems to always do this for me. Need to call and complain to them. « Show Less
711152
I had the same problem. Not sure why they haven't fixed the problem. I read that if you set another lid (flat part) over the one you want sealed, then seal them, it seals the bottom one. Then just remove the one on top. Not sure why it works but it does. Sometimes I have to do it several times though. Hope it helps! Have fun sealing. ;)
356572
Either the cooker is defective or the lid is not sealing properly. As you are placing the lid on and turning to lock it, press down in the center of the lid lightly to seal it more firmly. Also, make sure the jiggler is not stopped up. I always run water thru mine to make sure it is not clogged, especially if you cook rice, potatoes or starchy foods. After each use of your cooker, wash it well, including the rubber seal, oil the rubber seal with olive or canola oil and place it in the pot, not back into the lid, for storage. Hope this helps.
1646378
I have had problems with the compartment lid closing and have to reposition it "just so" or it won't close.
2211999
Pardon me if these sound obvious: Is the bowl plugged in and working? Can it be operated by the switch on the bowl? Also, try moving the lid manually; it might be out of position. It should click several times as it is moved. Distance between bowl and tag and whether the tag is facing inward or outward influence when the lid opens. Dead new battery?! Good luck!
39147
the control box isn't sealed need to seal it. mine is the same. the only problem is if you have to get inside the box you have to pry the lid off.
150715
Glad to help. Also, the machine does not turn off when you shut the lid, I made that mistake a couple times. It will run itself dry and you wont see its on because the lid's is shut. So always remember to flick the switch toward you to off.
1468820
Seeing the same behavior as well. Tried removing batteries and keeping it off and unplugged for a few days, but when I plug it back in, reset the clock and the schedule, it started dumping all the food at once again. Seems to be a design flaw.
450049
Does the same thing happen when you close the lid? I'm thinking that you might have your computer set up to turn off or sleep when the lid is closed. Otherwise, I would suspect that your battery connectors lose contact when jarred and shut the machine down. That is definately not normal, and should be fixed ASAP. The abrupt shutdowns can cause problems.
209747
Not really sure, but maybe there is too much of a vacuum. Try popping the sipper seal a few times and then screwing off the lid.
2098706
I had this happen once. You do not want to heat it when the cover it on because it can over heat and explode same as with food. try filling the sink with hot water and just dipping the cover infor about 15 sec it should loosen the wax on lid so it opens. Otherwise get someone really strong to open it.
609495
I had the same problem. It has to do with the lid being secure and the latches in the proper position. Try taking the lid off and putting it back on then secure the latches as close to the front of the unit as possible. Takes a few times to get the hang of how to secure the latches. Cheers, Jeff.
1826940
mine too, and it doesn't keep heating, it just stops but the fan keeps running so you think it's working, then look at your food and its not cooking any more. mine is getting tossed, worst product I've bought in years.