how do I keep it from raising the cover up and boiling out under the lid?
2019540
Buy a silicone boil over safeguard cover. It works great. I use it all the time. Fits most pots.
2019541
i haven't had problems with anything boiling over. as a matter of fact. i don't put the little lid on. it's fun to watch whatever i have boiling. boiling water or whatever, only goes so far in the pot and that's it.
2019542
I've never had that trouble. The inside lid may raise some, but I've never had it boil out over the outside ring.
2019543
Just move the small cover a little to expose some holes. You should probably turn the heat down some too. Hope this solves the problem for you.
2019544
You shouldn't worry if the water comes up under the center lid, but if it is boiling over consider turning down the heat a bit
2019545
I do cook at a full boil but at a medium boil so I haven't encountered any problems. J. Knox
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.
840225
The lid should be pushed down until it snaps into place. Once in place it will not move.
616811
My cover has stayed up for a year so far. There is a plastic tubing that keeps it up but it should be removed before washing.
967907
You can't can unless you can maintain a gentle boil. A chemistry once told me the once boiling is reached the temperature can't go any higher with faster bubbles. It's just impossible. So a gentle boil is best to not jostle the lids as they try to seal. We found this unit to be an amazing little canner. Just right for pints, etc.
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.
525330
You can do it with extra care! You must always maintain 1 inch of water over the jar cover. So you must maintain a slow even boil, and be ready to add water ( boiling ) more often .
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.
980249
When I put the cover/lid on the pot I make sure it clicks. I put the lid starting at the back and the press down on the front, facing the spout. The little hole is also facing the spout.
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
1123742
Lid will feel slightly loose until the pressure builds up. There's almost no way to make this thing unsafe...the most unsafe thing you can do is attempt to let the pressure off manually by releasing the top valve without shielding your hand from the steam. Be sure you point the skinny end of the pressure valve on top toward you...once the pressure builds up, this should be pretty much sealed. If not, it isn't seated quite right.
935826
Keep lid closed as much as possible. It's a neat, clean little grill but it does have a quirk or two. Learn how to place food quickly and check on it quickly.
1512311
Nope. Cover is not equipped to handle that. I tried it with small batches of hot and decorated my kitchen - even holding the lid! I make a lot of soups, too. Let the liquid cool first before you blend in this one.
1594133
I would think pressure build up would be the issue and perhaps they are just covering themselves. This is however, the first one I have had that had the locking lid so and got for taking to pot luck dinners. I can see no reason I would need to use the locking mechanism while at home, it cooks in the time expected regardless. TIP: if you have never used crock pot liners, get some. They make clean up a snap!!
905299
The lid to this one has a small, circular hole in it which acts as a vent. I seem to recall reading somewhere not to latch the lid down while cooking so more steam can escape, and only use the latches for transporting food. You may have had the temperature too high, and if the crock pot was more than 3/4 full it could overflow or splatter. There are a few variables. Here is where you can find some user manuals: http://www.crock-pot.com/service-%26-support/product-support/instruction-manuals/instruction-manuals.html. Good luck!
2200650
The lid will not stay on without it being vacuum sealed. When sealing be sure the lip and lid are clean and that the white gasket is in the seam. Also make sure that the knob on top is snugged up until it stops then backed up one notch to vacuum when sealing.
1330155
I actually just give it a good stir before I put the cover on & then don't take it off. The pasta turns out great still. I have taken it off at times though & have my spoon in hand ready to stir before it has time to boil over.