Before First Use; Troubleshooting - Aroma ARC-914S Instruction Manual

Before First Use

1. Read all instructions and important safeguards.
2. Remove all packaging materials and check that
all items have been received in good condition.
3. Tear up all plastic bags and dispose of them
properly as they can pose a risk to children.
4. Remove the inner pot from the cooker and
clean with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry
thoroughly before returning to the cooker.
5. Wash all accessories in warm, soapy water. Rinse
and dry thoroughly.
6. Wipe the cooker's body clean with a damp cloth.
To Clean
1. Remove the inner pot when the cooker has
completely cooled.
2. We recommend cleaning the removable inner
lid after every use. To remove the inner lid, gently
pull the lid towards yourself while pressing down
on the silicone center to pop the lid out of place.
3. Hand wash the inner pot and accessories or
place on the top rack of the dishwasher.
4. Wipe the cooker's body clean with a damp cloth.
5. Thoroughly dry the cooker's body, inner pot, and
all accessories. Reassemble for next use.

Troubleshooting

· Rice is too dry/hard after cooking.
If your rice is dry or hard/chewy when the cooker
switches to Warm, additional water and cooking time
will soften the rice. Depending on how dry your rice is,
add ½ to 1 cup of water and stir thoroughly. Press the
switch down to cook. When cooker switches to Warm,
carefully open the lid and stir the rice to check the
consistency. Repeat as necessary until rice is soft and
moist.
· Rice is too moist/soggy after cooking.
If your rice is still too moist or soggy when the cooker
switches to Warm, use the serving spatula to stir the
rice. This will redistribute the bottom (moist) part of
the rice as well as release excess moisture. Close
the lid and let rice sit on Warm for 10-30 minutes
as needed, stirring periodically to release excess
moisture.
6.
Note:
1. Using the provided measuring cup, add rice to
· Do not use harsh
2. Rinse rice to remove excess starch. Drain.
abrasive cleaners,
scouring pads or
3. For white rice, fill with water to the line that
products that are not
considered safe to use
on nonstick coatings.
· We recommend hand
4. Place the inner pot into the rice cooker and
washing the inner pot
with warm, soapy water
5. Plug the power cord into an available 120V AC
to lengthen its lifespan
and avoid damage
over time. If washing in
6. Press the cook switch down to begin cooking.
a dishwasher, a slight
discoloration to the
inner pot may occur.
This is cosmetic and will
7. When rice is ready, the cook switch will
not negatively affect
performance.
· Any other servicing
8. For best results, stir the rice with the serving
should be performed by
Aroma Housewares.
®
9. When finished serving, unplug the power cord
Helpful
Hints:
The provided rice 1. Add ingredients to the inner pot.
measuring cup is the
2. Place the inner pot into the rice cooker and
equivalent to a 3/4
standard U.S. cup.
3. Plug the power cord into an available 120V AC
4. Press the cook switch down to begin cooking.
5. Using caution to avoid escaping steam, open
Note:
· Because rice varieties
6. Once food is fully cooked, push the cook switch
may vary in their make-
up, results may differ.
7. When finished serving, unplug the power cord
White & Brown Rice
the inner pot.
matches the number of cups of rice being
cooked. For brown rice, refer to the "Rice &
Water Measurement Table" on page 8.
close the lid securely.
wall outlet.
The cook indicator light will illuminate as the
rice cooker begins cooking the rice.
automatically flip up and switch to Warm
mode.
spatula to distribute any remaining moisture.
to turn the rice cooker off.
Soup, Chili and Stew
close the lid securely.
wall outlet.
The cook indicator light will illuminate as the
rice cooker begins heating.
the lid and stir occasionally with a long-
handled wooden spoon.
up to switch the rice cooker to Warm mode.
to turn the rice cooker off.
Caution:
The rice cooker will
not switch to Warm
mode until all liquid has
evaporated. Follow your
recipe carefully and do
not leave the rice cooker
unattended.
Do not use the provided
serving spatula to stir
hot soup, chili, or stew.
It is not intended to be
used in contact with
high temperatures.
Use a long-handled
wooden or heat-safe
silicone spoon to stir
food while cooking.
Note:
· Before placing the inner
pot into the cooker,
check that it is dry and
free of debris. Adding
the inner pot when
wet may damage the
cooker.
· Food should not be left
in the cooker on Warm
for more than 12 hours.
Helpful
Hints:
If you misplace the
measuring cup, a ¾
standard U.S. cup is an
exact replacement.
To add more flavor
to rice, try substituting
a favorite meat or
vegetable broth or
stock. The ratio of broth/
stock to rice will be the
same as water to rice.
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