Instant Pots Error Codes

23 error codes across 1 brands. Find your code, what it means, and how to fix it.

Instant Pot

23 codes
'C1' to 'C6'

Indicates specific sensor errors related to cooker operation and safety mechanisms (e.g., temperature, pressure).

'Ovht'

Overheating detected within the device.

beep continuously

Undetermined hardware or software error.

Burn

Food is burning — the cooker has detected that food at the bottom is scorching.

C1

An error has occurred in the cooker.

C2

An error has occurred in the cooker.

C3

Sensor error C3 detected.

C4

Sensor error C4 detected.

C5

Bad power connection or no power; cooker's electrical fuse has blown.

C6

Temperature sensor error — the temperature sensor is not functioning properly.

C6H

An error has occurred in the cooker.

C6L

An error has occurred in the cooker.

C7

Overheat protection activated.

E1

Lid not sealed properly — the lid is incorrectly placed and/or locked.

E2

Insufficient liquid detected — cooker is running low on water or other cooking liquids, which can damage the heating element.

E3

Pressure release system fault — issues with the quick release button, safety valve or anti-block shield.

E4

Cook Time Overflow — the cooking time exceeds preset limits of the selected Smart Programmes.

End

Cooking is complete — the smart program has finished executing.

LED blinks 3 times

Overheating detected — internal temperature too high due to blockage or obstruction.

LED blinks continuously

Undetermined hardware or software error.

Lid

Lid is not properly closed — the cooker cannot operate with an improperly sealed lid.

noPr

Display indicates the cooker has not reached desired pressure.

On

Pre-heating cycle has begun — the cooker is heating up to reach the target pressure.