What causes an instant pot to go into “burn” mode?

There are several possible reasons why an Instant Pot might go into "burn" mode:

1. The pot is empty: The Instant Pot is designed to detect when the pot is empty and will go into "burn" mode to prevent the heating element from burning out.
2. The pot is too dry: If the pot is too dry, the Instant Pot may go into "burn" mode to prevent the food from burning.
3. The pot is too full: If the pot is too full, the Instant Pot may go into "burn" mode to prevent the food from boiling over and causing a mess.
4. The pot is dirty: If the pot is dirty, food particles or debris may be stuck to the bottom, which could cause the Instant Pot to go into "burn" mode.
5. The Instant Pot is malfunctioning: In rare cases, the Instant Pot may malfunction and go into "burn" mode even when it is not supposed to. If this occurs, you may need to contact the manufacturer for assistance.