My Cooker steam out all the time .Why?
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Living in Beauty has it covered. Make sure the small vent release is not sticking. It should be loose until it pops shut.
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It could be that the valve is stuck. My manual suggests making sure that it is clean. If it is coming out around the edges, then you need to check the sealer ring and make sure it is in good shape and seated properly.
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Contact Instant Pot http://instantpot.com/ they have videos showing you how to use it. Or call 1800 828-7280
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You must keep the exhaust valve shut. The only time it should be opened is when you want the steam to escape. See picture on page 4 of User Manual. The silver thingy for the steam release should always be pointing towards the lid handle. If it is turned sideways or crooked the steam will escape. Be sure the valve is pressed down and shut. It will fit "loosely" on the lid. The valve will make some noise for the first 2-3 minutes and then stop. (see pic on page 4)
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Make sure its set to a steam setting. This is indicated by the heavier marking on the setting dial. If its not on a steam setting, you won't get steam.
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You are welcome. They should refund your money because it seems like the rice cooker may be defective. Or they should send you another one. Good luck.
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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.
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Steam usually comes out at that spot until the cooker actually starts pressuring, are you putting enough water in the cooker? Are you giving it enough heat to start pressuring? If not it will simply steam and all your water will evaporate.
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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
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I have not had the same problems. It sounds like you need a little more water. I have not had the chance to cook brown rice with it but with white rice i make sure the water level reaches the number inside the rice cooker that matches the number of cups of rice I use. I hope this helps.
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Maybe you're cooking too long? Does yours turn off automatically? Bc mine doesn't.
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Make sure your lid is seatedThat will help with the sputtering. The steam will have to come out the center hole.
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I have not had that problem. I use my cooker several times a week to poach eggs. Eggs are cooked to perfection each and every time.
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Mine releases less (really, little) steam if I oil the gasket well and keep it at full pressure but not at high enough heat that it produces excess pressure and vents steam. I have no commention on nutrtion, only on how I've used the pressure cooker itself.
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That's what I thought too!!! I didn't have any steam coming out when I was using it... So I assumed it was okay! It cooks fabulous. Each time I use it I wash it and then take a couple of drops of oil on s paper towel and wipe it out. Nothing has stuck yet!! Just made split pea and ham soup!!
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I agree with the other comments. I would set the timer and the switch for the steam. Wait for the steam to start and that's it. If that doesn't work, then there is a problem with your steamer.
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I do not know the answer, if you are giving cooker proper time to release steam via the top valve or just opening it after timer sounds. You might need to contact the manufacturer.
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It sounds like the cooker didn't come to pressure so the it didn't start the time count. Put a cup of water in the PC, set for whatever time (10 minutes) and see if this happens again. Be sure the gasket is seated properly and also that the pressure release knob is pointed in the right direction. Refer to the manual to be sure.
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Pull water container and insert back. Sometimes that does not fit properly and does not produce steam. Use only filtered water. My is perfectly working so far.. Call Black and Decker for trobleshhot your problem...Good luck
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I don't think so. Mine continues to produce steam until the timer goes off. Sounds like a malfunction. I guess maybe make sure it's got enough water (seems obvious, I know). Other than that I'd call the company!