Burning smell during cooking, sometimes with dark residue on the bottom of the inner pot.

Safety first: Unplug the appliance and allow it to cool before cleaning.

• Stop cooking: Cancel the program if you smell burning.
• Soak and clean pot: Fill the inner pot with warm, soapy water and soak to loosen burnt food. Use non-abrasive tools for cleaning.
• Check coating: Inspect the non-stick surface. If heavily scratched or peeling, replace the inner pot.
• Adjust recipes: Add more liquid, avoid thick sauces at the bottom, and stir frequently in sauté mode.