Pressure Cookers Error Codes
29 error codes across 6 brands. Find your code, what it means, and how to fix it.
Instant Pot
8 codesTemperature sensor error — the temperature sensor is not functioning properly.
Pressure sensor error — the pressure sensor is not functioning properly.
Overheating error — the cooker has detected an overheating condition.
Overpressure error — pressure inside the cooker has exceeded safe limits.
Temperature too high error — internal temperature has exceeded safe operating limits.
Temperature too low error — the cooker cannot reach or maintain the required cooking temperature.
Float valve error — the float valve is not functioning properly.
Lid sensor error — the lid position sensor is not functioning properly or lid is not correctly positioned.
Ninja
8 codesWater level is too low for the unit to function properly.
Pressure release valve error — indicates a problem with the pressure release valve.
Temperature sensor error — indicates a temperature sensor malfunction.
Lid detection error — the unit cannot detect that the lid is properly closed and locked.
Pressure is building up during Slow Cook or Sear/Sauté mode when the pressure release valve is in SEAL position.
Incorrect lid is installed for the selected cooking function.
The crisping lid is open and must be closed to start the selected function.
The pressure lid is not fully installed and locked into place.
Farberware
4 codesTemperature sensor error — the temperature sensor is not functioning properly.
Overheating protection activated — internal temperature has exceeded safe limits.
Pressure sensor error — the pressure sensor is not functioning properly.
Pressure protection not working — the pressure sensor or protection system has failed.
Power Cooker
4 codesCircuit open of sensor — the temperature or pressure sensor circuit is not functioning properly.
Short circuit of the sensor — the temperature or pressure sensor is experiencing an electrical short.
Overheating — the internal temperature has exceeded safe operating limits.
Pressure switch malfunction — the pressure regulation system is not functioning correctly.