How to repair the lid of different models of the Redmond multicooker

The lid is one of the most vulnerable points of any multicooker, including Redmond. The latch is activated at least 2 times for each cooking, fat gradually accumulates on the gasket, aluminum inner lid and underneath. Therefore, about two or three times a month, it is recommended to disassemble the lid of the Redmond multicooker and clean all its parts.

Cover parts

The multicooker lid must be disassembled. This is important to facilitate the maintenance and repair of the device. In older models, a thermistor was attached between the two detachable halves, which was responsible for turning off the device if the lid overheated.

Main parts of the cover:

• frame,
• inner (usually aluminum) cover,
• removable steam valve,
• handle or key with a lock.

In models of the series SkyCooker M40S the handle is made in the shape of an arc, attached to the lid with metal “ears” on the outside and screws on the back of the lid. More modern ones are latched with a key lock.

How to disassemble and remove the cover

Models with a removable handle (example: SkyCooker M40S):

1. Turn and remove the steam valve.
2. Insert a plastic card by widening the gap between the top and aluminum covers.
3. Slide the card into the slot until you hear a click. The sound means the card has pushed out the latch.
4. Insert the second card and remove the second stop.
5. Remove the first card and press out the remaining two latches.
6. Remove the plastic cover.
7. Place the appliance with its back facing up and remove the condensate container. It comes out easily, without clicks or screws.Underneath there is a plug that hides the loop and wires.
8. Loosen the screws in the plug and remove it.
9. Lift the lid and pull the metal bar out of the holders.

In such models, a thermistor is located under the aluminum panel of the inner cover. It is attached with double-sided tape or glue and covered with foil. The wires from it (blue in a white additional braid and yellow - ground) pass under the plug, go down into the case and stretch to the board located at the bottom of the structure.

The wires are constantly bent and often break, which leads to error “E2”. The multicooker turns on, understands commands, but stops heating, displaying a failure message immediately after pressing the “Start” key.

Models with a key as an example Redmond RMC-M4500:

1. To clean the steam valve, you need to remove the plastic box on top of the lid.
2. Then remove the valve from it and wash both components.
3. The aluminum cover of models in this series is secured with screws - they need to be unscrewed to remove the part.

The lid snaps into place thanks to a key-valve, which is secured in a recess on the body with two spikes. The latter quite often break or wear out. As experts on the forums note, this is “planned wear”, forcing buyers to change the device to a more modern one.

Redmond RMC-M70:

1. The valve is dismantled in the same way as the previous model.
2. The aluminum liner is attached to two clamp clamps. They need to be squeezed simultaneously or one by one, and the lid can be easily removed.

Model Redmond RMC-250:

1. Remove the aluminum cover by pressing the three clips around the circumference.
2. Remove the steam valve. The difference between the model is that this part is located inside and not outside. When sliding into place, the valve should snap into place on the stopper.

How to fix a key lock

Since the key is mounted on two pins, the most logical thing to do if they malfunction is to increase the protrusions. To do this, wire is fused into the key or nails/screws of suitable length and diameter are driven.

An easier way is to put screws on the lid or glue metal plates, and small flat magnets with sufficient adhesive force to the body.

Modern models of Redmond multicookers can be disassembled as simply as possible. The manufacturer recommends regularly removing and cleaning the steam valve and the aluminum inner lid. Older models are more difficult to disassemble, but in quite accessible ways. Take proper care of your multicooker so that it does not spoil the aroma of your dishes and lasts longer.