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cookinG hints
• Rinse rice—Bran gives an unpleasant smell to cooked rice. Be
sure to rinse rice thoroughly. Rinsing with water effectively
removes bran quickly and thoroughly.
note
: Some rice suppliers suggest not rinsing rice because vitamins
may be lost.
• After use, wash the INNER POT and LID in warm, soapy water.
• Rinse thoroughly and dry.
• DO NOT
keep the rice cooker in operation:
- When there is only a small amount of rice left in the POT.
- When rice ladle is inside the rice cooker.
- To warm up cold rice.
* DO NOT let water in the INNER POT boil dry.
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care and cLeaninG
This appliance should be cleaned after every use.
1
Unplug the rice cooker when not in use and before cleaning. Never
immerse HEATING UNIT, cord or plug in water or any other liquids.
Allow the RICE COOKER to cool completely before cleaning.
note:
Use the RICE LADLE or wooden utensil to stir and remove food
from the INNER POT. DO NOT use any metal utensils.
2
To clean the HEATING UNIT, lightly wipe the exterior with a damp
cloth or sponge. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
3
The INNER POT is coated with a non-stick coating to make clean
up easier. To clean, remove the INNER POT from the rice cooker
and fill with hot water from the tap. Let it sit for a while and then
wash with hot soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
4
The inner pot, lid, rice ladle and measuring cup are dishwasher safe.
5
Make sure that the grains of rice do not stick to the heating plate in
the bottom of the heating unit. If this occurs, remove immediately. If
grains of rice are stuck onto the heating plate, a non-abrasive pad
can be used to remove it. Polish the area for good contact between
the heating plate, and the bottom of the INNER POT.
note:
Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or steel wool to
clean the RICE COOKER.
6
Do not use bleach, vinegar or other harsh chemicals to clean the
RICE COOKER.
hoW to use Your rice cooker
note:
Measuring your rice is of extreme importance. Please do
not discard the measuring cup included with this unit. This is a “rice
cooker” measuring cup, not a standard U.S. measuring cup. 1 rice
cup is equal to 3/4 of a standard measuring cup. The rice cooker
is capable of cooking up to 3 full “rice cooker” measuring cups of
uncooked rice, or 6 cups of cooked rice. Do not use instant rice with
this unit.
1
Measure the amount of rice you would like to cook.
2
Wash the measured rice in a separate bowl until water is clear.
3
Place rice in the INNER POT and add the corresponding amount
of water. For example, if you are making 3 cups of uncooked rice,
add water to the “3” mark on the inner bowl.
note:
Brown rice will take longer to cook than white rice.
4
Set the INNER POT into the rice cooker.
Make sure that the INNER POT is in direct contact with the heating
plate by turning it slightly from left to right until it properly fits onto the
heating plate.
note:
Make sure the outside of the inner pot is completely dry before
placing onto the heating plate.
5
Cover with the LID.
WarninG:
Do not operate this appliance uncovered—steam is
generated during use that could cause burns or other serious injury.
6
Plug the cord into a 120-volt AC electrical outlet. Switch the rice
cooker ON by pushing the button down. Make sure the COOK
indicator light is illuminated. Steaming will begin shortly.
7
The switch will pop up and the KEEP WARM indicator light will
come on when all the water in the RICE COOKER has evaporated.
note:
You may need to add more water and set the rice cooker to
COOK more than once depending on your own personal tastes.
8
After cooking, the KEEP WARM indicator light will illuminate. It is
important to let the rice stand for 10-15 minutes of steaming
without removing the LID. Carefully open the LID, taking care to
avoid escaping steam. Use the RICE LADLE, or other long
handled utensil, to mix the rice well to allow steam to escape.
CAUTION: Steam will escape. Do not touch the INNER POT or
heating unit until they have cooled.
9
Allow the appliance to cool completely before cleaning.
10
Disconnect the plug from the wall outlet when not in use.
