Is the lid supposed to fit so loosely? It even seems crooked and too much steam escapes. About $20. worth of foodt was very undercooked.
47755
I love the one I got..the lid fit's well..not very snug but good...have used it a few time's and all the food came out perfect..I would send it back if it's not cooking well..
47756
The lid on my cooker fits on the cooker so that steam does not escape.However, I can move the lid slightly backwards and forwards. The lid always stays over the ceramic bowl. In other words, there is never a gap between the lid and the ceramic bowl for steam to come out of.Maybe this can help you determine whether there is a manufacturing defect.
248096
The lid fits tightly and seals well. No steam escapes unless you plan it that way by not seating the lid tightly.
645655
I would have to agree, it sounds like the gasket isn't sealing properly. Just be sure there is no obstruction in either the lid vent or the vent hole of the weight. Mine has worked very well with no problems for a while now. Sounds like the seal isn't quite aligning.
552378
Dear M, I purchased 2 of the vintage Chinese fortune sticks. I gave one as a present and I kept one. They appeared to be handmade. So the lid fits somewhat tightly but not securely.
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.
890985
We had this problem early on too, and it is very annoying. However, it happens because the bail (the metal wire hoop around the rim of the lid that holds the gasket in place) is not exactly in the middle or top of the V-Shape gasket all the way around. First step is to ensure it is by running your fingers around it and looking to make sure the gasket is as snug as it can be against the bail's wire. Next place the lid carefully on the pot, properly aligning the lug locks. Then twist evenly once it is level. We also found if we didn't put the lid on properly in the first go and fiddled with the lid, the probability of the gasket being mis-centered and failing to seal was high. Better to redo when you suspect the gasket may be improperly seated, than to go ahead with the doubt, heat up and then have to redo with a hot lid (un-fun, as you probably well know). The gasket and it's bail are more fiddly than sealing a pressure cooker should be, but that is the worst feature of the Secura. Once you get in the habit of ensuring the gasket is properly in place and get the lid set, and twist it to seal, it is a very reliable and wonderful cooking unit. So, now take a deep breath, properly seat the gasket, align the locking lugs, and smoothly twist. Set the time and mode, and you are done!
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.
2007023
Mine warped the very first time I used it. It still functions but the lid does not open and close conveniently.
1463407
I ask the very same question when I received my crock pot but this is normal! Unlike the old version of crock pots that we are use to this one has heating elments all around the crock insert to allow even cooking! The lid allows steam to escape so you are left with perfect dishes everything! I have made all kinds of things in mine and have never had any issues..I'm still in love!
2255183
I agree the lid appears loose. However, I've had nothing spill or even leak during traveling.
433657
My husband microwaved ours and didn't know about unsnapping the lid. The plastic ring in the lid is now warped and it no longer snaps on. I you open the lid and move it askew so that the steam can escape, you'd probably be ok.
2020071
I also have had problems with the lids leaking. Also, the plastic of the lids is very soft. It warps easily. One week after buying my yogurt maker, one lid would no longer seat correctly on the jar. Last week I left 4 jars on the top of my stove while I had the oven on (not the burners). Just the heat from the oven warped the jar lids so much they would not come off. I had to turn the oven on again and soften up the plastic just to unscrew the lids. Luckily the lids are a standard size that many glass jars use. Watch your food purchases, save the lids from the jars some foods come in, and swap them out one-by-one. Throw away these plastic ones and replace them with metal ones that won't leak or warp. Just save them from jelly jars, olive jars, etc.
511436
The lid is supposed to be loose to accommodate thick types of meat, like the occasional rib eye I like to throw on it. That allows the lid to lie flat, regardless of the thickness, your food gets evenly cooked. My George has become the most used item in the kitchen, other than utensils.
537906
Yes, I'm not very happy with this, it gets really hot, you have to leave the door open and let it cool, there is no way for the steam to get out and it makes the door wet when cooking. I had to put door stops on the door to let the steam out when cooking. Just over all not happy, spend a little more and get a good one.
840227
it sounds like the lid is not snapped securely in place. I have not had any problems with mine also are you over filling the cotton candy machine or are the wings bent on the heating unit. Heat up the machine first before putting the sugar in.
355268
Send it back. I have had a few pressure cookers and this by far is the worst. It's very light weight,flimsy, and poorly made. I had to purchase a seal from a hardware store as my cooker was incomplete. I should have taken my own advice and sent it back. Steam comes out and it dribbles very hot water all around the cover. Not a good purchase on my part. Sorry
1937612
The black "thingy" should be up so that the all white side is toward the food being steamed. The black part works with the vent holes so that they can be opened or closed (you can see the black through the holes when open). I close during steaming and then open before I remove the lid to release the steam.