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Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely.
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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 hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs,
and Rice Co=oker, except lid and pan, 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. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner.
Retuin appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause hazards.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
12. Always afiach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to off, then remove plug
from wall outlet.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
14. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This product is intended for household use.
NOTE
A. A short power-supply cord (or cord set) is to be provided to reduce
the hazards resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over
a longer cord.
B. Longer cord set or extension cords are available and may be used
if care is exercised in their use.
C.lf a long cord set or extension cord is used,
(1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord
should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance
(2) if the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should
be a groundingtype three-wire cord, and
(3) the lohger cord should be arranged so that it will not drape_ over
the couhtertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children
or tripped over accidentally.
This appliance has a polarized plug: (one blade is wider than the othefl.
As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
lf the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
lf it still does not fit, contact a qualifies electrician.
Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
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							Contents
Cautions 3
Parts toeniiircaiion -
HowtoCook -- --5-6
ToKeepCookedRiceWarmandTasty---- ----- 6
How to Steam Food (Using the Steaming basket) - - - 7
How to Clean 8
Troubleshooting I
Specifications ------- I
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Table des matidre
Attention __----24
Nomenclature -----25
Mode demploi- ----26-27
Pour maintenir le riz cuit au chaud et lui
conserver toute sa saveur----- ----27
Cuisson a la vapeur (Avec grille a vapeur en option) ---- ------28
Nettoyage---- --29
Guide de d6pannage- ---30
Sp6cifications- - ----30
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							Cautions
Be sure to observe the following to prevent
malfunction that may cause an accident:
. DO NOT use this rice cooker for any purpose
other than cooking rice and steaming food
. Measure the quantity of rice and water according
to the Operating Instructions.
. Clean the rrce cooker, particularly the dew
collector, after using.
. Keeo holes that drain into the dew collector
clean and free of debris.
r Plug into a properly wired wall outlet. Before you
plug it in, make sure the voltage of the unit is the
same as your local suPPlY.
. DO NOT immerse the unit in water.
. The paper located between the pan and the
heating plate must be removed before using.
. After plugging in, press the switch on immediately.
Cooking viitn tne switch in Keep Warm position will
cause low-heat cooking and rice will not be cooked
propeny.
. The unit becomes hot when in use. DO NOT touch
the lid with your hand, and do not place your face
or hand directly over the steam coming
from the cooker.
r Always keep the outside bottom of the pan and the
heating plate clean and dry. Any foreign matter
between them will cause the unit to malfunction.
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CAUTION
Pullthe power plug as shown
. Set the unit on a stable surface.
DO NOT expose to water, high humidity, or heat
sources. DO NOT use the pan directly on an
open flame.
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. Be sure to keep the unit out of the reach of children,
especially when cooking rice.
. DO NOT tilt the rice cooker on its edge or place it
upside down with its power supply plug connected,
as this may cause damage. When tilting or placing
the rice cooker upside down, make sure to
disconnect the Power suPPlY Plug.
. The oan must not be filled above the. MAXIMUM LEVEL .
. The lid must be closed tightly in the latched position
at alltimes during cooking, i.e. the unit must not be
operated with the lid oPened.
. DO NOT cover the lid with a cloth as it may
deform or change color.
. DO NOT damage the power cord and do not
attempt to repair it if it is damaged.
Avoid damage to the power cord. Never attempt to
customize the cord. Keep the cord away from high
temperatures. Avoid unnecessary bending, twisting
and pulling on the cord. Never place heavy objects
on the cord or attempt to tie it up. Using a damaged
power cord can lead to electrical shock, shorting
or fire.
o Consult your nearest sales dealer for repair of the
electrical cord or Power Plug.
 Ensure that the plug fits all the way into the outlet.
Uncompleted plug-in may cause electrical hazards.
. Please use only attached cord set.
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							Parts ldentification
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Rice Cook/Steam lamp
Keep Warm lamp
Switch
Plug
Dew collector
. Hold the sides and remove/install in the
direction of the arrows.. Remove and clean the dew collector after
every use.
Steam cap
. Remove and clean after every use.
See  How to Clean . ( page.8)
Pan
Accessories
Measuring cup
(Approx. 180m1)
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Rice scoopSteaming baskel
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How to Cook
Place rinsed rice in the pan. Add water,
e.g. for 6 cups of rice, add water to LEVEL INDICATOR 6.
. Do not rinse rice in the rice
cooker pan as non-stick coating
may be damaged.
r Adjust the quantity of water
your personal taste.
r Soak rice in water at least
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LEVEL INDICATOR
IVIAXIMUI\,4 LEVELDo not cook with more than this levelof water, e.g. 1.8 L Type.
Set the steam cap onto the outer lid.
Place the pan in the body.
Make sure that the pan is directly
in contact with the heating plate by
turning it slightly from right to left until
it seats properly.
Close the outer lid.
The lid is locked properly when it clicks.
Plug in. lmmediately
lamp tells you when
oress the switch. The Rice Cook/Steam
cookinq has started.
. Wipe the surface of the pan
befole using. l{ it is wet, it may
cause noise while cooking.
It may also damage the unit.
if any foreign matter is on it.
r lf outer lid is not securely closed,
cooking will be affected.
r Do not open the outer lid when
in use.
r Do not plug in unit until you get
ready to cook. Otherwise, rice
may be ruined.
r lf the pan is not in the unit,
cooking will not begin.
r The Keep Warm function
continues until the unit is
unplugged.
When rice is done, the switch will move up to the Keep Warm
setting. The Keep Warm lamp lights up to indicate that the
After the switch moves up, leave the outer lid closed for at
least 15 minutes to fullv steam the rice.
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							How to Cook
Scoop and mix the rice well
20-30 minutes after cooking is done.
Unplug the unit if you do not want to keep
the rice warm or when the unit is not in use.
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To Keep Cooked Rice Warm and TastY
r Using the Keep Warm function for more than 12 hours may cause discoloration or an odor in the rice.
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the rice will gradually dry out and lose its flavour.
Foreign matters left in the pan during Keep Warm may a{fect the smelll and taste of the rice.
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HOW tO Steam FOOd (usins the steamins basket)
Put 2 cups of water with the
measuring cup provided, into the pan.
lf cooking rice at the same time,
DO NOT cook beyond following
capacity.
Rice (cups)
1 .81 (10 cups)6
1.51 (B cups)4
1.01 (5 cups )z
Place steaming basket on the pan.
Set the pan into the body.
Add food.( Place in dish if Required
Set the steam cap onto the outer lid. Close the outer lid.
The lid is locked properly when it clicks.
Plug in. lmmediately press the switch.
The Rice Cook/Steam lamp tells you
when cooking has started.
Time the cooking manually.-Unit will automatically switch to Keep Warm when water
is completely evaporated.
. Wipe the su{qee1l lhe pan
pe1ore qq!ng.lf it is wet, it may
cause noise while cooking.
llrngy also damage the unit,
I slyloflgn matter is on it.
r lf outer lid is not securely closed,
cooking will be affected.
r DO NOT plug in until you are
ready to cook.
r lf the pan is not in the unif;
cooking will not begin.
r The Keep Warm function
continues until the unit is
unplugged.
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Turn off cooker by unplugging.
Remove foods, then the steaming basket, and finally
pour out any remaining water.
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							How to Clean
o Be sure to unplug and carry out these
operations when the unit has cooled down.
o DO NOT use objects such as benzine, thinner,
cleansing powder or metal scrubbers.
Dew collector
Remove and clean with damP cloth
after everv use.
How to remove and clean.
1. Pull off the steam cap toremove as shown
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3. Wipe the inside of the hole with
a damp cloth.
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Please do not remove steam dome
when using rice cooker
How to fit steam cap.
1. lnsert the valve holder into the
steam cap by setting the tab of
the holder (A) into the slot of the
cap (B) and turn it from left to
right until it seats properly.
How to fit steam dome.
(ln case its accidentally taken off)
Place steam dome into its holder
by inserting steam dome tabs (C)
into slot (D). Align mark on
dome (1) and mark on
steam cp (2).
Then, press
steam dome
into steam cap
until it seats
properly (You ll
Note :The steam dome will only fit
one wav. Do not force it in as it
may be damaged.
2. Put the steam cap into the hole
of outer lid.
hear the sound click
/ Outer lid / Upper rim
Wipe with a damp cloth.
o DO NOT use a dishwashing
detergent.
Wash with a dishwashing detergent
and sponge and wipe off.
lf an object has become stuck to the sensor, lightly polish
it off by using fine sandpaper (of about#600 grit)/ steel wool.
Then, wipe with a damp cloth.
Steaming basket Measuring cuP
Wash with a dishwashing detergent and sponge. 
						

							Troubleshooting
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