Panasonic Rice Cooker Sr Ga721 Operating Instructions

Model No. /  / N° de modèle / N° de modelo  SR-GA721
USA
Operating Instructions
Electric Rice Cooker   for commercial use
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................................. 2
Safety Precautions .............................................................. 3-4
Usage Precautions ................................................................. 5
How to Cook Rice ................................................................... 5
Parts Identification...

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed including the following:
1.  Read all instructions.
2.  Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3.  To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or (state speci c part 
or parts in question) in water or other liquid.
4.  Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5.  Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning....

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This sign means prohibited action.
This sign means required action.
Warning :This sign means [It may result in severe injuries 
or death].
Caution :This sign means [It may result in injuries or 
malfunction].
This instruction manual provides operating instructions and cautions for appropriate 
use.
Warning and Caution for important safeguards
Safety Precautions
The samples of symbols used in this manual are described below. 
Plug in the AC cord to the
outlet  rmly.
(Not doing so can result 
in...

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To prevent personal injury,
close supervision is 
necessary when the 
appliance is used near 
children, or persons 
handicapped in any 
manner.
(It may result in
burning injuries.)
Do not immerse the
appliance in water or other
liquids.
(Doing so can result in
personal injury.)
If water leaks inside
the appliance, 
consult your nearest 
retailer or service 
center.
Do not attempt to 
disassemble or repair the
unit yourself.
(Doing so can result to
electrical shock.)
Submit the 
appliance to...

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Usage Precautions
How to Cook Rice
Avoiding damage to the appliance.
Avoiding damage to the inner pan.
Do not cover the lid with a cloth.
The lid handle may become deformed, and result in 
malfunction.
Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight.
Do not substitute the inner pan with other container.
Always keep the outside bottom of the inner pan and 
the heating plate clean and dry. 
Otherwise, it may result in malfunction of the unit.
Foreign matter
Heating plate
Sensor
Do not leave the...

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Parts Identi cation
Accessories
Measuring cup (1 PC.)
(Approx. 1.0 L)
If the supply cord is damaged, it must 
be replaced by the manufacturer, its 
service agent or similarly quali ed 
persons in order to avoid a hazard. Before using, remove the sheet of 
paper placed between the heating 
plate and inner pan.
AC cord Handle
Switch Body Lid
Lid handle
Inner pan
“Cooking” lamp
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How to use the rice cooker
Measure rice with provided measuring 
cup. One cup of uncooked rice makes 
approximately 3 cups of cooked rice.
Measuring cupRice
Bowl
Rinse rice repeatedly, and separate 
bowl until water becomes relatively 
clear.
Pour the rinsed rice in the inner pan 
and add water according to the table 
or follow your rice package directions 
(example : Brown rice will require more 
water).
Wipe the outer surface and bottom of 
the inner pan before use. If it is wet, 
it may...

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Cleaning and Maintenance
Unplug before cleaning. Check for dirt on the plug and 
the cord and if so, clean immediately. Do not wipe or 
clean the cooker with benzine or thinner.
Body / Lid
Clean body and lid with 
an approved non abrasive 
detergent and sanitizer. Do not 
immerse the cooker in water.
Inner pan
Clean the inner pan with 
an approved non abrasive 
detergent and sanitizer. Do not 
use course scouring pads or 
steel wool to clean.
Heating plate
If any rice or food debris sticks on...

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Troubleshooting
DescriptionRice is hard Rice is half cooked
Rice is too soft
Water over owing Rice on the
bottom is scorched No electrical power Unusual noise
Possible causes
Improper proportion of rice and waterlllllNo electrical power.
Unplug and check the circuit breaker.
If there is no problem at the breaker, take the 
rice cooker to the nearest service center. Noise occurs if there is some water between the 
inner pan and heating plate. This may cause 
damage to the heating plate.
Is the...

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