Philips HD4779 user manual Other Functions, Reheating, Keep warm, Timer for Delayed Cooking

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Press the [Keep warm]/[Reheat] button once to activate the keep-warm mode (Fig. 32). »» The [Keep warm]/[Reheat] light is on continuously.
»» During the keep-warm process, the display shows the time in hours from 0 to 11 (0HR, 1HR ...
11HR).
After 12 hours, the keep-warm mode automatically ends and the Variety Cooker beeps 10 times. The display switches to clock time.

Other Functions

Reheating

You can use the reheat mode to warm up rice that has cooled down.

Note: Do not use the reheat function when the amount of rice is over “RICE” water level 4 as the rice may not be warmed adequately.

• Do not reheat cooled rice more than once.

1 Loosen the cooled rice and evenly distribute it in the inner pot.

2 Pour water onto the rice to prevent it from becoming too dry. The amount of water to be added depends on the amount of rice being reheated.

Tip: Add ½ cup (with the measuring cup supplied) of water to reheat the amount of rice up to “RICE” water level 4.

• If the rice starts scorching, add more water.

3 Follow the “Before Cooking Start” section to handle the inner pot and the Variety Cooker properly.

4 Press the [Keep warm]/[Reheat] button twice to start the reheating process. (Fig. 30)

»» The [Keep warm]/[Reheat] light goes on and the reheat animation and the remaining reheat time appear on the display (Fig. 31).

Note:The default reheat time is 23 minutes.

5 When the reheating process is finished, you hear a beep and the message [Done!] is shown on the display.

6 Press the lid release button to open the lid (Fig. 15).

7 Press the [Stop]/[Cancel] button (Fig. 7) to go to standby mode or unplug the Variety Cooker to switch it off.

Keep warm

The keep-warm mode allows you to keep your rice or cooked food warm for a longer period of time. It is not meant as a cooking function.

Tip: Do not keep your rice or food warm for more than 12 hours to preserve its taste.

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Timer for Delayed Cooking

Steam and Rice menu allow you to preset timer for delayed cooking from 1 to 24 hours, and 1 to 12 hours for Stew and Vegetable Soup submenus.

Steam menu, Stew and Vegetable Soup submenus can even allow you to set both the timer and the cooking time.

You can set the timer first and then the cooking time, vice versa.

Not recommend to delay cooking time for more than 1 hour for any food with the exception of raw vegetables.

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Contents HD4779 Register your product and get support atCUP Preset Rice 2829 Page Ternera a la Bourguignon Page Contents Introduction Product OverviewEnglish English Guarantee and service Electromagnetic fields EMF Power failure backup functionEnvironment Preparing for use Control panel and display Menu Function Before Cooking StartSteam Cooking Menu Set the Cooking Time Main Cooking Menu Ingredients Amount Steaming time minMinute Minutes Risotto Minute MinutesPaella Minutes Every Beef Hours Every Hours 4 hoursSeasonings Paella Add oil, chorizo Stock gradually, MIX Auto start after 30 seconds AdjustableAfter 30 seconds Add wine & HOT Cooking time and start cookingIngredients, MIX Auto start after 30 seconds Fixed Onion & tomato paste Time or it will auto switch to cookingIngredients, MIX Auto start after 30 seconds Adjustable Parsley Goulash Add butter & onionCompote & Chutney Cooking Menu 2nd cooking step Chutney Hours 30 minutesCompote Breakfast Cooking Menu Submenu OatmealSubmenuYoghurt Dessert Cooking Menu Submenu Cheese Cake/Chocolate CakeSubmenu Creme Caramel Cake Inner potWith water. Place covered Soup Cooking MenuCaramel Tray & fill the inner pot Hours After 5 minutesTime only affect the 2nd Creme Add butter & onion Press Cook/OK and set Cooking time after 30 seconds Press Cook/OK to confirmAdd seasonings Add mushroom, MIX Press Cook/OK or the processSauce Cooking Menu Stock, tomato paste Auto start after 30 seconds Seafood Add oil, onion Rice Cooking MenuSubmenu Cooking Instruction Action Cooking Time Add seafood, salt Press Cook/OK or the process willEnglish Reheating Timer for Delayed CookingOther Functions Keep warmSetting the ready time with the menu buttons Or the cooking time screenCleaning StorageCompote & Chutney Rice Cooking Menus Service centre authorised by PhilipsYou have been Display will not functionCooking Menus Temperature Problem Possible cause SolutionIncorrect menu Appliance’ Preset/Clock Light is defective Control is defective Service centre authorised by PhilipsMushroom Risotto Serving size 4-6 persons Preparation Time 15 minutesFinely diced PaellaInto ¼ segments Spring Fresh thyme Beef BourguignonCheesecloth Herb Bouquet Bay leafGoulash To tasteHungarian Paprika RatatouilleIngredients Preparation Method 100mL HOT Vegetable Stock50g Yellow Bell Pepper Poulet BasquaiseBunch Fresh Basil 50g Fresh Parsley Finely chopped Marinate Instructions Sugar. Marinate for at least 1 hour½ Cup Dry White Wine Spezzatino di carneTortilla Spring Fresh Basil Finely chopped 120g CeleryLarge Eggs Beat the eggs with salt StewIngredients Preparation Method 25mL Olive Oil Tips & HintsSweet Fruits Compote Ingredients Preparation Method Teaspoon Olive OilSpicy Apple Chutney Oatmeal Oatmeal Cooking TimeYoghurt Ingredients are incorporated during mixing Cheese CakeAdd in sugar 40g and beat until stiff peaks form Allow the butter to soften at room temperature Chocolate Cake¼ cup Sugar 25mL Water Whole Egg Allow to come to room TemperatureCreme Caramel 400mL Whole Fat Milk Vanilla PodVegetable Soup Creme of Mushroom Soup 800ml Half and Half Cooking Instructions Minestrone500g Botton Mushroom Thinly sliced 35g All Purpose Flour 30g Peas 60g Onion Finely choppedSmoked Bacon Diced Seafood ChowderCelery Sliced Tom Yum Goong Mushroom and Chicken Sauce Celery ribs Finely chopped 60g Carrots Garlic cloves Bolognese Sauce85g All Purpose Flour 200g Smoked Bacon Diced 300g Minced PorkOnion Chopped Seafood GumboCelery Chopped 300g Green Bell Pepper Chopped Saffron Rice Sushi RiceSteaming Ingredients Amount

HD4779 specifications

The Philips HD4779 is a standout model among electric kettles, designed for efficiency and modern convenience. This kettle seamlessly blends cutting-edge technology with user-friendly features, making it a popular choice in households around the world.

One of the main features of the Philips HD4779 is its high-quality stainless steel body, which not only offers durability but also provides a sleek and polished appearance. The kettle's elegant design is complemented by an ergonomic handle that ensures a comfortable grip while pouring, reducing the risk of accidental spills.

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The kettle features a large 1.7-liter capacity, perfect for serving multiple cups in one go, making it an excellent choice for families or entertaining guests. The water level indicator on the side is a thoughtful addition that lets users monitor the remaining water without opening the lid.

Cleaning and maintenance are also simplified with the detachable filter, which prevents limescale build-up and ensures the purity of the water. The kettle’s spout is designed for optimal water flow, enhancing both functionality and ease of use.

Overall, the Philips HD4779 combines innovative technologies with practical features, making it an exceptional choice for consumers looking for reliability, safety, and style in an electric kettle. Whether you're brewing a quick cup of tea or preparing hot water for cooking, this kettle is built to meet diverse needs while ensuring a delightful user experience.
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