Just did my first chili, second red ring, did not vent any steam but it kept dripping out of the lid's side where the gasket is. Is that normal???
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When the steam is building i do like the instructions suggest and turn a upside down spoon over and press the the three hole rubber round small gasket on the lid for a couple of seconds . That takes care of that problem.
1601797
Hi, if dripping out of the side of the lid, I don't think the lid was seated properly. Sometimes that will happen? I am always very careful to make sure it is on correctly by gentle moving the handle back and forth the tiniest little bit before locking in place. When the PC comes to pressure and the last steam leaves the pot through the vent and the lid is locked down, I have minimal moisture exiting from the escape valve on the top. Give it another try. I'm sure your Chili was delicious. I hope this helps.
1601798
I dont think it is normal, but i hear this particular item has this flaw compared to other models. I started to double check the rubber ring and the lid for any food debris left, and normally the leaking didnt happen. Hope you try that.
1601799
No, it should not leak. Please align and distribute the gasket equally around periphery before locking and operation.
450271
Hi there! I tend to slow simmer things for hours and have never had a problem with anything dripping off of it. I LOVE this thing. It is my favorite kitchen tool. :D
355267
Mine does the same thing, I believe it is a defect that these pressure cookers have. I didn't use mine for months after a I bought it so I didn't noticed that it had the defect and decided not to return it, but if I was you I would return it and get a better one, it should not be leaking water or steam through anywhere but the top.
1808997
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!!
297108
The lid is very sturdy and heavy. It just sits on top like any normal lid on a skillet or saucepan. And no, nothing but steam ever comes out the vent on top. Hope this helps!
1175632
I ordered mine this past fall, and yes mine leaks slightly where the spout connects to the lid. Not enough to drip, but you can see liquid trapped underneath. I just use it for homemade coffee creamer, so although it's not perfect, it definitely gets the job done.
1564925
Being obsessive I check to make sure the rubber gasket is fitting properly and not cracked every time I tighten the cap. My cans have never leaked when on their side, however I store them upright whenever possible. As the cans are not vented I never leave them out in the sun or store the a hot area.
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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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It doesn't rattle. But I've found water will collect there after condensing on the lid. If you're using a crockpot liner, then this can allow for some seepage under the seal. Occasionally, using a liner and simmering bone broth for more than a day, I will find a puddle of water dripping from the liner in the morning. I usually turn my liners up, back over the lid, to avoid this.
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I got this cooker a few years already and this happened to me sometimes. What I do is make sure the yellow button is not up and open the lid. I take and gasket out and reapply it again and put the lid back. It works. I guess somehow when I put the lid on the gasket doesn't fit tight enough so air and steam leak out and takes a long long time to build up the pressure. Good luck!
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You don't have to push it down. When you line the steam dot with the one on the lid it lifts up Letting steam out. When you set it to pressure, it drops down to seal it. It feels a bit funny because it's so loose feeling.
1173478
yes I really messed mine up by ignoring those directions - but it was by cooking a sweet mixture that boiled over - sugary substance was trapped between the ridges of the pot bottom - reached an unusually high temp and pock marked the surfaceI'm now considering using this pot as a canner - thinking that it will only contain water and I'll watch carefully so it doesn't boil over (if it were to do so I would quickly remove the pot from the cooktop) - here's hoping . . . !!!
1106165
Michael,It is excellent. It looks short, but it does not seem to make a difference. I have not experienced any drippingor leaking from this kettle. Hope you like it!
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I have the covered stock pot with glass lid. It's the one from the set which costs $49.99. Wish I'd gotten the whole set. I make chili & soups in the big pot & when it's empty, I rinse it out & put it in the dw. It's still red speckled & the Teflon finish is unharmed. My hubby bought another brand (set) in black. It says NOT to put it in dw. We put a couple of pots & steamer in dw & it discolored it inside & out. He paid more for his than this set. I'm thinking of ordering the set & will put it in the dw.
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There is a large drip trough on the skillet side. The grill side doesn't really have one but the ridges are quite deep.
355271
It should definitely not leak from there. Remove the lid and close it again to make sure it is sealed tightly. Only the steam shod be coming from the pressure piece at the top. If it continues it may be faulty and you should return it. Pressure cookers last for a several years. So I would double check that. Hopes this helps.
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If it is a new unit I would try and replace the lid. That is not supposed to leak when you open the co2 cartridge into the unit. Ours just pops out red ring visible but no gas leaks out. Must be a faulty unit. If it developed over time may be the seal is frayed .