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Specific safety requirements for Rice Cookers
•Only cook in bowl supplied.
•Do not interfere with the automatic action of the control lever (4) by preventing it from switching to the warm mode.
•Steam can escape from the unit when the lid (5) is opened.
•Steam will escape from the steam vent hole (7) during use.
•Exercise caution when handling the rice cooker as the cooking bowl (10 ) and accessories get hot during use. These may remain hot for some time after use.
•To prevent damaging the non stick coating on the cooking bowl always use the plastic rice spoon (16) or other rubber or wood utensils.
•If water is accidently spilled in the outer bowl area remove the power cord from the supply and dry. If water has entered the unit allow it to dry thoroughly before using the cooker again.
•Always ensure that the heating plate (12) and the bottom of the cooking bowl are free from spilled particles before cooking.
•Keep the heating plate (12) and the magnetic switch (13) clean and free from any foreign particles. Always keep the unit clean.
•Always carry the rice cooker using the handles (19). Ensure the lid is closed properly.
•Do not switch the unit on without having inserted the cooking bowl
•Do not use the rice cooker for deep frying food and do not let any part of the rice cooker come into contact with hot oil.
•Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
•Do not obstruct the steam vent (7) with any article, for example a piece of cloth, during the operation. Place the rice cooker on a level surface.
•The accessible surfaces may become hot during operation and remain hot for a period of time afterwards.
•Always use the measuring cup that comes with your Rice Cooker. Do not use a standard cup.
Before first use
•Remove all packaging from the appliance,
•Before first use, wash the cooking bowl, inner lid, steaming tray, measuring jug and serving spoon in warm sudsy water, rinse and dry well.
Use - Cooking Rice
Measure the rice using the measuring cup
(15)provided. Each cup of uncooked rice normally gives two bowls of uncooked rice. Do not exceed the quantities indicated on the inside of the inner pot. Refer to the chart within this manual for recommended rice and water quantities.
Before cooking, wash the rice thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch. Use a colander or fine sieve for this
–do not use the cooking bowl as you may scratch the non stick coating.
Open the lid (5) by pressing the lid release button (6).
Add the washed rice to the cooking bowl and add water. The amount of water required is indicated on the scale (11) on the inside of the cooking pot.
Check to ensure the cooking bowl is in good contact with the heating plate and close the lid.
Fit the cord set (2) into the appliance inlet in the rear of the unit and connect the appliance to a suitable power supply.
