User manual RIVAL RCS200

[. . . ] Extreme caution must be used when moving any appliance containing hot food, water or other hot liquids. Do not pour liquid into outer pan. -E2- Rice Cooker/Steamer Instruction Manual READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If an extension cord is used the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the RICE COOKER. [. . . ] Do not place near heat, an open flame or on a soft surface (such as carpeting). Also, wait for the RICE COOKER to cool down completely before touching or cleaning the LID, INNER POT, or HEATING PLATE. Never use the INNER POT on a gas or electric cook top or an open flame. Do not leave the RICE PADDLE or MEASURING CUP in the INNER POT while unit is on and in use. A standard measuring cup SHOULD NOT BE USED. -E4- · · · · · · · · · · · -E3- KNOW YOUR RICE COOKER KNOB LID STEAMING BASKET INNER POT HANDLES HEATING UNIT KEEP WARM LIGHT HANDLE COOK LIGHT POWER SWITCH PREPARING YOUR RICE COOKER FOR USE Clean the LID, INNER POT, RICE PADDLE and MEASURING CUP, following the cleaning instructions on page 10. DO NOT IMMERSE THE HEATING UNIT OF YOUR RICE COOKER IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS. -E5- HOW TO USE YOUR RICE COOKER 1. Filling the MEASURING CUP with uncooked rice will make about 2 cups of cooked rice. NOTE: The RICE COOKER is capable of cooking up to 10 MEASURING CUPS of uncooked rice. Many varieties of rice can be used, including basmati, wild rice, black rice, Arborio, risotto, saffron rice, short and long grain. Whole grains such as barley can also be prepared with the RICE COOKER. Approximately 1 / plastic measuring cups of water per 1 plastic measuring cup of rice. For example, to cook 4 cups of uncooked rice, add 4 / MEASURING CUPS of water. 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: If the outside of the INNER POT is wet when placed in the RICE COOKER, this may cause a crackling noise until the unit heats up. Also, this may damage the inner working of the appliance, so always wipe the outside of the pot completely before use. WARNING: Do not operate this appliance uncovered ­ steam is generated during use. The switch will pop up and the KEEP WARM LIGHT will come on when cooking is complete. NOTE: The length of steaming time is subject to your own personal taste. After cooking it is important to let the rice stand for 5-10 minutes 2 3 1 2 1 2 3 4 -E6- HOW TO USE YOUR RICE COOKER (CONTINUED) of steaming without removing the LID. Use the RICE PADDLE, or other long handled utensils, to mix the rice well to allow steam to escape. [. . . ] · Wipe down the inside of the LID, if necessary, with a clean, damp cloth or sponge. · Make sure that the grains of rice do not stick to the HEATING PLATE in the bottom of the HEATING UNIT. 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. [. . . ]