Notes On Use; Part Names/Accessories - Panasonic SR-THB185 Operating Instructions Manual

Notes on Use

To keep the Rice Cooker in good condition over the long term, please observe the following.
About the Rice Cooker
O
QIf placing the Rice Cooker on a
slide-out shelf, be sure to check
that it is strong enough to bear
the load.
(If it is not, the Rice Cooker may fall.)
O
OWhen adding water and rice to the
Rice Cooker
For 1.0L model, 7 kg approx.
For 1.8L model, 10 kg approx.
O
QDo not cover the top of the Rice
Cooker when it is in use.
O
ODishcloths etc.
(
Steam may be confined near the Rice Cooker,
causing deformations of the Outer Lid and buttons
or faults in the display.
O
QDo not use in a location subject to direct sunlight.
(Doing so may result in discoloration.)
O
QDo not use in a location (on a carpet, plastic bag,
aluminum foil, fabric etc.) where the bottom of the
Rice Cooker (the intake and exhaust vents) is
restricted.
(Doing so may damage the Rice Cooker.)
O
QPeriodically check the intake and exhaust vents at
the bottom of the Rice Cooker and then remove any
dust etc. (P. 19)
About the Inner Pan
O
QDo not use the Inner Pan except in the Rice Cooker.
O
ODo not use on a gas hob or
IH hob, or in a microwave.
O
QObserve the following to prevent peeling or scratching of the inner coating.
During preparation
O
ODo not use a whisk or
other tool when washing
the rice.
O
ODo not allow a metal
strainer etc. to contact
the internal coating.
When rice is cooked
O
ODo not mix vinegar with the rice while
it is in the Inner Pan (for sushi etc.).
O
ODo not use a metal ladle
(for congee etc.).
O
ODo not tap or hit the Inner Pan
(when serving etc.).
O
OThe following do not affect performance or human health.
Note
[Outer surface] Shallow scratches, small dents or bumps.
[Inner surface] Peeling of inner coating.
 A new Inner Pan can be purchased from an authorized service center (as described in the Warranty)
6 if the Inner Pan has changed shape or you are concerned about the condition of the Inner Pan.
O
QDo not use the Rice Cooker with foreign objects
such as rice grains or other dirt stuck to it.
(
Doing so may result in an error message being
displayed, and the rice being burnt or otherwise
cooked in an unsatisfactory way.
Brim part or bottom
Lid Sensor
Pan Sensor
Inner Pan
Support Rubber
(Inner Pan) (3 places)
O
QDo not place the Rice Cooker near devices
)
vulnerable to magnetic fields.
O
ORadios, televisions, hearing aids etc.
(Noise may be heard or volume levels reduced.)
O
OIC cards/bank cards etc.
(Records held on the card may be lost or damaged.)
O
QDo not bring magnets close to the Rice Cooker.
(Doing so may result in faulty operation.)
O
QDo not use the Rice Cooker on an IH hob.
(Doing so may damage the Rice Cooker or hob.)
O
QDo not use the Rice Cooker outdoors.
(
An unstable power supply may cause the
Rice Cooker to develop a fault.
O
QDo not strike against hard objects.
( )
Doing so may scratch or
dent the outer surface.
When cleaning
(P. 18–19)
O
ODo not use as a washing-up bowl.
Do not put spoons or other
cutlery into the Inner Pan.
O
OAfter cooking with seasoning, do not
leave the food in the Inner Pan.
« A fter cooking casserole rice etc.,
remove it from the Inner Pan as soon as
possible and wash the Inner Pan.
O
ODo not use a dish dryer or dishwasher/dryer.
O
OAfter washing, do not leave
on other crockery to dry.
O
ODo not wash or scrub with
an abrasive, a metal scourer,
a nylon scourer etc..
« W ash using a soft sponge.
Do not wash using the scouring pad.

Part Names/Accessories

O
QBefore using the Rice Cooker for the first time, please wash the accessories, Inner Pan, Inner Lid and Steam
Cap. (P. 18–19)
Inner Lid
)
O
OThe Outer Lid cannot be
closed if the Inner Lid
has not been attached.
Inner Pan
)
Hook Button
O
OPress the Hook Button to open the
Outer Lid.
O
OIf the protective film on the surface
starts to peel off, please remove it.
Measuring Cup
(Approx. 180mL)
Rice Scoop
Note
O
OAs an aid for the visually impaired, the "Start" and "Cancel/Off" buttons have raised parts " " and "
Lid Sensor
Inner Lid Release Lever
Outer Lid
Handle
Inner Pan Support
Rubber (3 places)
Pan Sensor
Accessories
Attaching the Rice Scoop Holder
Attach the Rice
Scoop Holder to
the indented
section of the
Handle.
Steaming Basket Rice Scoop Holder
Insert the Rice
Scoop.
O
OIt can be attached to the left or right side.
Ladle
Steam Cap (Taste Catcher)
Display
Power Plug
Power Cord
Instrument Plug
Cord Set
".
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