I've had my Redmond multicooker for about seven years, and it used to work perfectly. Yesterday I tried to turn it on - nothing happens, the indicator doesn't light up, the buttons don't respond. The outlet works fine, other appliances turn on through it. Is it worth fixing or is it time to replace it?
First, try unplugging the cord and plugging it back in - sometimes the contacts get oxidized or don't sit securely. If that doesn't help, check the outlet itself - plug in a lamp or another device to make sure it's actually working. If the outlet's fine but the multicooker still isn't responding, chances are the power supply burned out or the power button failed - that's pretty common after seven years. In that case, repairs will run you about as much as a decent new multicooker costs, so it's worth thinking about whether it's worth the hassle.
Seven years is nothing for a multicooker, they usually last longer than that :) But if you've checked the outlet and the plug is fine, it's most likely an issue with the internal contacts or the power supply - that's a job for the service center, not a DIY fix.
We had a similar situation at home - the multicooker just wouldn't turn on, even though the outlet was fine. Turned out the fuse inside had blown, and they replaced it at the service center for next to nothing 😅 So it's really worth taking it in for repair if the plug and outlet are actually okay - seven years isn't that long to throw it away, especially when the problem could be something simple.
Try unplugging the multicooker from the outlet for an hour or two - sometimes electronics freeze up and a power reset helps. After that, plug it back in, but first take a close look at the plug itself under the light: if the contacts are oxidized or darkened, you can carefully wipe them with a soft cloth or even an eraser. If nothing still lights up or works after that, then yeah, you'll probably need a repair or replacement - don't try to fix the power supply yourself.
If the outlet is actually working and the plug is fine, it makes sense to check the power cord itself - sometimes the wire gets damaged, especially at the base of the plug or near the multicooker's body. Bend the cord in different places and wiggle the plug a bit: if contact gets restored somewhere and the device shows signs of life (the indicator lights up or you hear a sound), then the problem is definitely in the cord.
Seven years is not an age when you definitely need to replace a multicooker. As mentioned above, replacing a fuse or fixing the power supply unit won't cost much. But before taking the appliance to a service center, it makes sense to search online for your Redmond model's manual - it sometimes describes diagnostic methods or even lists the warranty center's number. Many manufacturers indicate exactly where the fuse is located, and some people replace it themselves, though that's at your own risk.
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