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,This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
,Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
,This appliance is intended for household use only. If the appliance is used improperly or for professional or semiprofessional purposes or if it is used in a way that is not in accordance with the instructions for use, the guarantee will become invalid and Philips will not accept liability for any damage caused.
,Place the rice cooker on a stable, horizontal and level surface.
,The accessible surfaces may become hot when the appliance is operating.
,Do not plug the appliance in or switch on the mains with wet hands.
,Beware of hot steam coming out of the steam vent during cooking or out of the rice cooker when you open the lid.
,Do not lift and move the rice cooker by its handle while it is operating.
,Always unplug the appliance after use.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled
properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on
scientific evidence available today.
Before first use
Remove the sheet between the inner pot and the heating element.
1Clean the parts of the rice cooker thoroughly before using the appliance for the first time
(see chapter ‘Cleaning’). Make sure all parts are completely dry before you start using the appliance.
2Attach the scoop holder to the body of the rice cooker (Fig. 2).
Using the appliance
Cooking rice
1Measure the rice using the measuring cup provided.
Each cup of uncooked rice normally gives 2 bowls of cooked rice. Do not exceed the quantities indicated on the inside of the inner pot. 1 cup of rice is approx. 180ml.
Quantity for rice cooking:
Menu | Volume/L | Quantity of rice | Volume/L | Quantity of rice |
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White rice | 1.0 | 1.5 | ||
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| 1.8 | |
Congee (HD4738/ | 1.5 | 1.8 | ||
HD4733 only) |
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2Wash the rice thoroughly.
Use a separate container to wash the rice to avoid damaging the
3Put the