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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

［For Household Use Only］Induction Cooker for Enameled Cast Iron Pot

KAMADO

VERMICULAR

Model : PH23A-US

For use in USA only (AC 120V)

Please read this instruction manual carefully to ensure safe and proper use.

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Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ［For Household Use Only］Induction Cooker for Enameled Cast Iron Pot KAMADO VERMICULAR Model : PH23A-US For use in USA only (AC 120V) Please read this instruction manual carefully to ensure safe and proper use.
Page 3 • Thank you for purchasing the VERMICULAR KAMADO. • Do not use this appliance until you thoroughly read and understand this instruction manual. • Save this instruction manual for future reference. • In this instruction manual, “WARNING” indicates that failure to follow instructions may result in accidents involving serious injury or death. • In this instruction manual, “CAUTION” indicates that failure to follow instructions may result in accidents involving moderate or minor injury. • The speciﬁcation and design may be subject to change for performance improvement without prior notice.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
1. Important Safeguards・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・6 2. Product Outline・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・8 ...
Page 6: Important Safeguards・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・6
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or other liquids. 4. Not intended for use by or near children or persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge. Close supervision is necessary when appliance is used by or near children. 5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning. 6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Immediately contact Vermicular USA for examination, repair, or adjustment. 7. The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by the manufacturer and may result in ﬁre, electrical shock or serious injury. 8. Do not use outdoors. 9. Do not let cord touch hot surfaces or hang over edge of table or counter. 1 0. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven. 1 1. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food, water or other hot liquids. 1 2. To disconnect, press START/STOP and hold for 1 second to switch oﬀ, then remove plug from wall outlet.
Page 7 This appliance is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. WARNING: Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of counter, never use outlet below counter and never use with an extension cord. A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk resulting from it being grabbed by children, becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. POLARIZED PLUG This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to ﬁt into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not ﬁt fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not ﬁt, contact a qualiﬁed electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. Any repair, servicing, or the replacement of parts must be performed by Vermicular USA or an authorized service representative. NOTICE: FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS IS A MISUSE OF THE APPLIANCE THAT CAN VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CREATE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY. ― 1. Important Safeguards ― ...
Page 8: Product Outline・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・8
2. Product Outline ･ The VERMICULAR KAMADO is a dedicated induction cooker for VERMICULAR s enameled cast iron pot, the MUSUI. The surround heaters and induction coils on the bottom are designed to deliver three-dimensional heating found in a traditional Japanese kamado stove. ･ KAMADOʼs COOKING mode supports a wide variety of cooking methods with its four heat settings: [MED], [LOW], [EXT LOW] and [WARM]. The [WARM] mode allows you to set precise temperature in 1℉ increments between 90-200℉. ･ In combination with the MUSUI, you can easily cook ﬂuﬀy rice using the RICE COOKING mode. ･ KAMADO is operated with a touch panel to guide the cooking processes by displaying only the necessary buttons and icons at once. MUSUI (Enameled Cast Iron Pot) VERMICULAR • T he MUSUIʼs exceptional thermal conductivity and heat retention properties make it the perfect vessel for cooking. • C ast iron transfers heat eﬃciently and is considered the optimal material used with induction heating. • T he MUSUI can be used directly on a stovetop or in an oven. KAMADO VERMICULAR MUSUI‒KAMADO VERMICULAR (Induction Cooker) ― 2. Product Outline ―...
Page 9: Parts & Features・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・9
3. Parts & Features <TOP VIEW> <BOTTOM> Power Cord Exhaust Port Power Plug Surround Heater Heat Sensor Silicone Gasket Drain Pipe Glass Top Intake Port Control Panel <CONTROL PANEL> The illustration below shows all possible displays as a reference. Only appropriate icons and buttons will be displayed during actual use. *The heat sensor is essential for normal operation. Always keep the area clean so the sensor functions properly. ― 3. Parts & Features ― ...
Page 10: Safety Precautions・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・10
4. Safety Precautions ・ Please read all safety precautions carefully before using and use the appliance accordingly. ・ Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances. <Levels of safety hazard and damage from incorrect use are described with the following symbols> WARNING Indicates risk of death or serious injury if mishandled CAUTION Indicates risk of personal injury or physical damage if mishandled <Action items listed under safety precautions are categorized with the following symbols> Indicates actions that are PROHIBITED Indicates actions that MUST BE followed ― 4. Safety Precautions ―...
Page 11 WARNING ・ Avoid stains and damage to power cord and power plug. Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug. May cause malfunction if power cord or power plug is modiﬁed, bundled, squeezed, or placed under heavy objects. May cause electric shock and/or ﬁre. ・ Thoroughly clean if power plug is covered with dust. Check and clean power plug on a regular basis. Failure to do so may cause ﬁre. ・ Be sure to fully insert power plug. Failure to do so may cause electric shock and/or ﬁre. ・ The appliance can only be used with a 120V AC power outlet. Do not overload electrical circuit to avoid risk of ﬁre. ・ Unplug when not in use. Dust accumulated on power plug and outlet may cause overheating and/or ﬁre. ・ Do not touch power plug, electrical parts, or operate with wet hands. Failure to follow instructions may cause electric shock. ― 4. Safety Precautions ― ...
Page 12 WARNING ・ Do not insert any foreign objects such as pins or wires into exhaust port or gaps. Failure to follow instructions may cause abnormal operation, resulting in electric shock or injury. ・ Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or nearby children. Failure to follow instructions may cause burn, electric shock, and/or injury. ・ Persons other than a repair technician should not attempt to disassemble or repair the appliance. Failure to follow instructions may cause ﬁre, electric shock, and/or injury. ・ Do not apply strong pressure to the glass top or heat sensor. Do not climb on or drop any objects on the glass top or heat sensor. May cause ﬁre, electric shock, and/or injury if cracked or damaged. ･ Do not place any objects other than a pot on the glass top. ･ Placing ﬂammable objects near the appliance may cause ﬁre and/or burn. ･ Heating a portable gas stove, can, hot water bottle, or battery may cause explosion. ･ Heating a sealed pouch, an aluminum pan, a container made of aluminum, or aluminum foil may cause injury from burst, ﬁre and/or burn from overheating. ･ Heating a metal spoon or pot lid may cause ﬁre and/or burn from overheating. ― 4. Safety Precautions ―...
Page 13 WARNING ・ Do not place any objects under the pot while in use. ・ Heat sensor may malfunction and cause ﬁre if an object like a stain shield protector is placed under the pot. ・Objects such as paper or cloth may be burnt by the heat if placed under the pot. ・ Use lower heat and stir occasionally when reheating liquids such as soup and stews. Failure to do so may result in sudden boiling and cause burn or injury. ・ Do not immerse cord, plug, or the appliance in water or any other liquids. Failure to follow instructions may cause electric shock, short-circuit, ﬁre, and damage to the appliance. ・ Do not leave the appliance unattended while searing or stir-frying. May cause ﬁre if unattended. Be careful of oil splatter which may cause injury. ・ Not intended for deep-frying. Oil temperatures may rise too high and cause ﬁre. High-temperature oil splatter may also cause injury or damage the appliance. ・ Do not place your face and hands close to escaping steam. Failure to follow instructions may cause scalding. Keep steam out of reach of infants. ― 4. Safety Precautions ― ...
Page 14 WARNING ・ Do not operate with an empty pot unless preheating the pot. High pot temperature may cause burn or ﬁre. May also damage the appliance. ・ Do not use outdoors. May cause electrical leakage and/or electric shock if exposed to rain and/or other outdoor environments. ・ If any trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately stop using the appliance and unplug. May cause electric shock and/or ﬁre if you continue to operate under abnormal conditions. Immediately contact VERMICULAR USA or the retailer you purchased the appliance from for assistance. <Examples of malfunction> ・Abnormal noise or odor ・Smoke or burnt odor ・Feeling an electric shock when touching the appliance ・Abnormal heating of power plug or power cord ・The appliance shuts oﬀ when power cord is touched or moved ― 4. Safety Precautions ―...
Page 15 CAUTION ・ Do not expose power plug and power cord to steam. Failure to follow instructions may cause ﬁre and/or electric shock. ・ Always unplug from the cord's base and never pull on cord to unplug. Failure to follow instructions may cause electric shock or ﬁre. ・ Do not touch the glass top or surround heater during or after use until cooled. Touching hot surfaces may cause burns. ・ Do not block intake and exhaust ports. Increased temperature inside the unit may cause burn, ﬁre, and/or malfunction. ・ Do not unplug while cooling fan is running. Failure to follow instructions may cause malfunction. ・ Place the appliance on a stable, level, and ﬂat surface. If improperly placed, the appliance may tip over and cause injury. ・ Keep the appliance away from objects that may be vulnerable to magnetic ﬁelds. The transmission of radios, televisions and hearing aids may be disturbed by magnetic ﬁelds. Chip cards such as ATM cards may be damaged. ・ Consult with doctor before using if you or anyone using the appliance has a pacemaker. ...
Page 16 CAUTION ・ Do not use the appliance near water or ﬁre. Failure to follow instructions may cause electrical leakage, electric shock, ﬁre, and/or malfunction. ・ Not intended for any use other than cooking. Abnormal heating and operation may cause ﬁre, burn, and/or serious injury. ・ Avoid using multi-outlet extension cords. Overloading outlets may cause electrical ﬁres. ・ Do not move the appliance during use. Failure to follow instructions may cause burn or injury. May also damage the appliance. ・ Ensure the heat sensor area is kept clean so the sensor functions properly. Failure to follow instructions may cause ﬁre or burn due to abnormal heat and operation. ・ Always make sure the outer surface of the pot is dry prior to using. Wet surfaces may deteriorate heating eﬃciency and result in overheating and/or malfunction. *The heat sensor may not detect the appropriate temperature when there is moisture on the bottom of a pot. ・ Never attempt to lift or carry by holding the top part of the appliance. Always hold the bottom of the appliance with both hands when lifting up or carrying. ― 4. Safety Precautions ―...
Page 17 Precautions Before Installation and Use ・ Keep out of reach of children. The pot will become hot during and after use for some time. Touching hot surfaces may cause burns. ・ Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces. There is a risk of injury, burn, and/or malfunction if the appliance is tipped over. ・ Never use the appliance on an unstable surface, a table that is not heat or water resistant, a placemat, or an aluminum sheet. Failure to follow instructions may cause ﬁre or malfunction. Always place the appliance on a ﬂat and stable surface. In the event of a boil-over, the spilled liquid will be discharged from the drain pipe. Do not tilt the appliance to avoid the liquid from getting into electrical components. *Distance from outermost edge ・ Do not use in close proximity to walls or furniture. Using the appliance in a tight space may cause overheating and/or ﬁre. Secure at least 4” of space around rear exhaust port as the surrounding At least 40” At least 4” At least 4” (10cm) (100cm) area may become hot due to hot air coming out of the port. (10cm) for on each side rear ・ Never operate with a placemat under the appliance. No placemat ...
Page 18 ・ Do not touch the pot with bare hands during and after use until cooled. Touching hot surfaces may cause burns. Always use pot holders or oven mitts when holding the pot or removing lid. ・ Never place an already heated pot on the appliance. The appliance may be damaged or result in malfunction if the pot is heated over 390℉ (200℃). ・ Do not ﬁll the pot to its maximum capacity. Spillage may cause scalding or injury. May also result in malfunction of the appliance. Boil-over is less likely to occur if the ・ Use extreme caution when opening the lid during or after cooking. lid is slightly set towards the back. Hot steam may be released from the gap under the raised mark on the lid. Do not place any objects, including hands and face, in the direction of escaping steam. *The MUSUIʼs Floating Lid is designed to ﬂoat and allow steam to vent out instead of boiling over. Boil-over may still occur in some instances. Raised mark on lid ・ Pot must be placed ﬂat on the center of the appliance. Failure to do so may cause malfunction. ・ Do not use pots other than the MUSUI with the KAMADO. Using other pots may cause malfunction or damage. ― 4. Safety Precautions ―...
Page 19: Control Panel・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・19
5. Control Panel *The illustration below shows all possible displays as a reference. 5-1 Operating Buttons Only appropriate icons and buttons will be displayed during actual use AUTO WARM Display Area POWER ・ Start (with a touch) ・ Set [AUTO WARM] ・ Power on, undo and start over during COOKING mode ・ Set Time (hold for 3seconds) (hold for 1 second) COOKING Mode START/STOP ・ Start COOKING mode ・ Start operation (Blue light ・ Select heat level from [MED], switches to ﬂashing red light [LOW], [EXT LOW] or [WARM] when started) ・ Stop operation (hold for 1 second) RICE COOKING Mode ・ Start RICE COOKING mode ・ Select rice type: White [WHT] or Brown [BRN] ・...
Page 20 5-2 Touch Panel If control panel buttons are not responding, it may be because: ・The interval between touches is too short. ・Fingers or buttons are wet or stained. ・The appliance may be aﬀected by ambient temperature, humidity, or interference received from electronic devices nearby. Note: Do not cover or write on the control panel as that may aﬀect proper functioning. If the appliance does not respond when buttons are pressed, check the following: ・Is power plug fully inserted into outlet? ・Did you touch the button with anything other than your ﬁnger? ・Did you touch the space between buttons or more than one button at the same time? ・Did you touch anything other than the operating button? ・To stop or cancel command, press [ ] and hold for 1 second. ― 5. Control Panel ―...
Page 21 5-3 Default Screen and Mode Selection Screen <Default Screen> <Mode Selection Screen> Touch ・ <Default Screen> will appear when appliance is plugged in. ・ <Mode Selection Screen> will appear when you press [ ]. Icons for cooking modes will appear on the lower left corner. ・ If <Mode Selection Screen> remains untouched for 2 minutes, it will revert back to <Default Screen>. ・ <Default Screen> will reappear when either COOKING or RICE COOKING mode is ﬁnished. ・ The clock display will turn oﬀ if <Default Screen> remains untouched for 3 minutes. 5-4 Time Adjustment <Time Adjustment Screen> ・To adjust the time, hold [ ] for 3 seconds. The clock display will blink and [ ] buttons will appear. ・Adjust time by using the [ ] buttons and press [ ] to set. The <Default Screen> will reappear once ﬁnished. ― 5. Control Panel ― ...
Page 22: How To Operate・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・22
6. How to Operate 6-1 COOKING Mode 4 heat levels: [MED], [LOW], [EXT LOW], and [WARM] can be set by a single touch STEP 2 STEP 1 Set Oﬀ-timer Set Desired Heat Level ▶ ▶ ▶ Select [MED], [LOW], [EXT LOW] or [WARM] (see Page 24) *4 levels of heat can be easily adjusted by using the icon. Hold for 1 second to stop operation *1 If oﬀ-timer is not set, heating will automatically stop after 90 minutes. Oﬀ-timer can be set up to 360 minutes (6 hours) for [MED], [LOW] and [EXT LOW] heat and 720 minutes (12 hours) for [WARM] mode. *2 You can store up to two [OFF TIMER] presets by using the preset timer icon [ ]. [ Press [ ] and choose [ ] . Adjust [OFF TIMER] length by using ] buttons. The display enters sleep mode after 5 minutes for an oﬀ-timer longer than 60 mins on [WARM] mode. Click [ ] to bring back the display from sleep mode. NOTE Ensure the heat sensor area is kept clean so the sensor functions properly ― 6. How to Operate ―...
Page 23 <Helpful Tips on Heat Settings> For searing, stir-frying, and boiling water 〜445℉ <Notiﬁes once preheating is done> Preheat an empty pot using [MED] heat. Preheating is done once you hear a beep and [GRILL OK] sign appears on the control panel. For steam-roasting, musui "waterless" cooking, braising, and stewing 〜300℉ <Minimizes boil-over> Heat level is adjusted to an optimal temperature when boiling continues for a long time. *May boil over when cooking high-viscosity ingredients (e.g. boiling beans) For cooking ingredients that tend to burn easily or for maintaining EXT LOW 〜230℉ a boiling temperature while simmering <Minimizes burnt food> The built-in heat sensor automatically controls the temperature and minimizes risk of burning food. For precision cooking and keeping food warm. Temperatures can be adjusted in 1℉ 90-200℉ increments and it will notify once the pot reaches the set temperature. Note: Not intended for keeping cooked rice warm <Safety Features> ・When oﬀ-timer is not set, heating will automatically stop after 90 minutes. ・[MED] heat will automatically switch to [LOW] heat after 30 minutes or in case the KAMADO detects that the water has been boiling for a while. WARNING Not intended for deep-frying. Oil temperatures may rise too high and cause ﬁre. CAUTION Do not touch the pot with bare hands during and after use until cooled. Touching hot surfaces may cause burns. ― 6. How to Operate ― ...
Page 24 <How to Operate [WARM] Mode> You can set your desired temperature with [WARM] mode STEP 1 STEP 2 Select [WARM]* Set Temperature ▶ ▶ Temperature can be [SET TEMP] appears adjusted in 1℉ increments between 90-200℉ Hold for 1 second to stop operation *[WARM] mode starts once the temperature is set *To reset or change temperature, press [ ] button *It will beep once it reaches the set temperature *[OFF TIMER] can be set up to 720 minutes (12 hours). *Do not use to keep cooked rice warm ― 6. How to Operate ―...
Page 25 With [AUTO WARM] function, the KAMADO will automatically switch to <How to Operate [AUTO WARM] Function> [WARM] mode once cooking is complete STEP 1 STEP 2 Set [AUTO WARM]* Set Temperature (Hold for 1 second) Set [OFF TIMER] ▶ ▶ ▶ during COOKING mode (see Page 22) [AUTO WARM] and [SET Temperature can be TEMP] will be displayed adjusted in 1℉ increments between 90-200℉ Hold for 1 second to stop operation *Can keep warm up to 120 minutes after cooking is complete *Can be set while cooking *Can be set while using any of the heat levels : [MED], [LOW], or [EXT LOW] heat ― 6. How to Operate ― ...
Page 26 6-2 RICE COOKING Mode You can set your desired cooking course, amount and completion time with RICE COOKING mode STEP 1 STEP 2 Select Rice Cooking Course and Amount Set Completion Time ▶ ▶ ▶ ＋ *1 *2 Amount of Rice: Rice Type: [WHT]: White [WHT] or Brown [BRN] rice 1-4 rice cups Desired Rice Finish: [WHT] & [PORR] 1-1.5 rice cups Normal [NORM], Scorched Hold for 1 second [SCORCH] or Porridge [PORR] [BRN]: to stop operation 1-4 rice cups *No porridge option for brown rice. Adjust by pressing the [ ] *Rice measuring cup The key to cooking ﬂuﬀy rice is to accurately icon. 1 cup = 180 ml set the amount of rice you wish to cook *1 For white rice ‒ T he shortest completion time (30 minutes soaking and 30 minutes rice cooking) is displayed by default. If you are in a rush or the rice has already been soaked, you can switch to QUICK mode by holding [ ] for 1 second. QUICK mode eliminates soaking time ...
Page 27 8. You will hear beeping sound precisely measure and add the COOKING mode and [WHT] for completion time, press when rice cooking is ﬁnished. appropriate amount of water. The white rice. Once you set the [START/STOP] to begin. Remove the lid and ﬂuﬀ the recommended rice-to-water ratio is desired ﬁnish as Normal [NORM], rice using a rice spatula. *Hold [START/STOP] for 1 second 1:1.05. set the appropriate rice amount *The scale of supplied water (Rice cooking takes about to cancel command. measuring cup is set to 189 ml for and press [OK] to proceed. 60 minutes) every rice cup <TIPS> 1. I f you prefer softer rice texture, add 5-10% more water than speciﬁed. 2. T he default cooking time is 60 minutes (30 minutes soaking and 30 minutes rice cooking) for best results. You can either cut down or eliminate soaking time if you are in a rush. 3. When cooking mixed rice, increase the amount setting on the KAMADO by 1 rice cup for every 330g (11.6 oz) of additional ingredients. 4. E njoy delicious crispy white rice by selecting White [WHT] and Scorched [SCORCH]. CAUTION Do not touch the pot with bare hands during and after use until cooled. Touching hot surfaces may cause burns. ― 6. How to Operate ― ...
Page 28 <How to Cook Brown Rice: 1 to 4 Rice Cups> ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ HOURS 1. Measure the amount of rice 4. After you ﬁnish rinsing, soak 2. Transfer measured rice into a 3. Place the strainer back in the bowl using a rice measuring cup. ﬁne-mesh strainer stacked and reﬁll with clean cold water. the rice in a bowl of clean Level with a chopstick to water for about 6 hours. on a bowl and ﬁll with cold Rinse the rice well by rubbing precisely measure. against the mesh using the heel Discard water and drain well; water. Pull up the strainer when the bowl gets full; of your hand; discard water. transfer the rinsed rice into *1 rice cup = 3/4 US cup discard water. Repeat this step one more time. the pot. = 180 ml (6.1 ﬂ oz) CONTROL PANEL CONTROL PANEL ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ 5. Using a water measuring cup, 6. Place the lid on and select RICE 7. Once you set the desired 8. You will hear beeping sound ...
Page 29 t h r e e ﬁ n g e r s i n a water. Pull up the strainer circular motion; discard water. when the bowl gets full; *1 rice cup = 3/4 US cup Repeat this step one more time. discard water. = 180 ml (6.1 ﬂ oz) CONTROL PANEL CONTROL PANEL ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ 5. Add 900 ml of water for each 6. Select RICE COOKING mode 7. Once you set the desired 8. You will hear beeping sound and [WHT] for white rice. completion time, press rice cup (180 ml). Place the when ﬁnished. Once you set the desired [START/STOP] to begin. Cook pot on the KAMADO with the (65 minutes) ﬁnish as Porridge [PORR], set Uncovered. lid oﬀ. the appropriate rice amount *Hold [START/STOP] for 1 second and press [OK] to proceed. to cancel command. <TIPS> 1. Always cook with the lid oﬀ since rice porridge is likely to boil over. 2. Porridge option is only available for white rice. CAUTION Do not touch the pot with bare hands during and after use until cooled. Touching hot surfaces may cause burns. ― 6. How to Operate ― ...
Page 30: Cleaning & Maintenance ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・30
7. Cleaning & Maintenance ・Keep the appliance clean after every use. If used with stains, it may lead to malfunction, deformation, or blemish. ・ Never use abrasive cleaning compounds such as thinners, benzene, strong acid or alkaline cleaning agents, bleach, and synthetic detergents. ・Liquid cleansers and scrub brushes can only be used to clean the glass top and heat sensor. ・In the event of a boil-over, the spilled liquid will be discharged from the drain pipe. Do not tilt the appliance to avoid the liquid from getting into electrical components. <Main Body> ・Clean the main body with a damp cloth especially around the upper ring area. For tough stains, use a soft cloth with mild dish soap to clean and wipe dry with a separate cloth. <Glass Top> ・Clean the glass top with a damp cloth. For tough stains, scrub gently with a small amount of liquid cleanser. *Do not scrub the logo area too hard. <Heat Sensor> ・Clean the heat sensor area with a damp cloth. For tough stains, scrub gently with a small amount of liquid cleanser. ・Always keep the heat sensor area clean so the sensor functions properly. * The sensor should move up and down smoothly. CAUTION Turn oﬀ power, unplug, and let the appliance cool down before cleaning. PROHIBITED Do not wash the appliance directly with water ― 7. Cleaning & Maintenance ―...
Page 31 <Intake and Exhaust Ports> Use a vacuum to remove dust from ports. May cause overheating and/or malfunction if the ports are blocked. ・ <Silicone Gasket> To clean, pull and remove the silicone gasket in between the glass top and surround heater. Wash with water, dry ・ thoroughly and push back into the gap to reinstall. *Make sure to place the gasket securely into place so it does not loosen. Otherwise, the pot will not ﬁt properly. ▶ ▶ Remove the gasket from the top side Make sure to install the gasket using the Push the gasket into the gap from the proper side. The ﬂat side should face up. where it touches the surround heater. top using ﬁnger pads while supporting the appliance with another hand. CAUTION Turn oﬀ power, unplug, and let the appliance cool down before cleaning. PROHIBITED Do not wash the appliance directly with water ― 7. Cleaning & Maintenance ― ...
Page 32: Troubleshooting ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・32
8. Troubleshooting If any issues occur during use, read this section carefully before requesting repair. Possible Reason Solution Issue The amount of rice is not accurately set Accurately set the amount of rice (See Page 26) Cannot cook rice Used on top of a placemat Never operate with a placemat under the appliance (See Page 17) properly: undercooked, not Precisely measure the amount by leveling the rice in a Used too much rice measuring cup warm enough, rice is burnt, etc. Lightly rinse once before cooking with the same amount of water Used rinse-free white rice as white rice (1 cup of water for 1 cup of rinse-free white rice) Gently stir to release excess moisture and give the rice a ﬂuﬃer Cooked rice has an Did not ﬂuﬀ cooked rice texture uneven texture (hard *Recommended to stir immediately after rice is cooked and soft) Power plug may not be fully inserted into an Does not respond Fully insert the power plug into an outlet to touch outlet *See Page 20 for other possible reasons Programmed to automatically stop heating Heating stopped Restart COOKING mode after 90 min while cooking Low humming sound from the cooling fan Not a malfunction. The appliance can continue to be used Makes abnormal ...
Page 33 Heat level does not The heat sensor automatically adjusts heat level when the The temperature of the pot is already high increase temperature of the pot rises too high Odd odor while heating There may be a subtle odor from the exhaust port for a new appliance, but this odor will dissipate with use. Main body is warm Power is consumed if the appliance is even after the power Unplug when not in use plugged into an outlet is turned oﬀ System Error Error during rice cooking Check whether the appropriate amount of rice is selected System Error Power disconnected during rice cooking Restart the selection for rice cooking course (rice type and amount) menu selection System Error Completion time for rice cooking was set Set completion time within the next 12 hours more than 12 hours ahead System Error Error while soaking rice Check whether the pot is empty System Error Place the pot ﬂat on the center of the glass top and restart. Make sure Remained unheated for 30 seconds there is no object between the pot and the KAMADO's glass top. System Error Overheating inside the main body or using a Contact VERMICULAR USA (support@vermicular.us) pot not compatible with the appliance System Error *If your issue cannot be resolved, contact VERMICULAR USA or the retailer you purchased the appliance from. WARNING Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance by yourself ― 8. Troubleshooting ― ...
Page 34: Product Specifications ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・34
9. Product Speciﬁcations <Induction Cooker> <Enameled Cast Iron Pot> MUSUI Product Name KAMADO Product Name VERMICULAR VERMICULAR PT23B-SERIES Model Number PH23A-US Model Number Rated Voltage 120 V 60 Hz Surface Finish Enamel Wattage 1050 W Type of Material Cast iron Max 1000 to 360 W (approx.) Volume 3.9 qt (3.7 L) Heating System Heater 50 W (approx.) <Caliber> Diameter: 9.1 in (230 mm) COOKING Mode: [MED], [LOW], [EXT LOW], and [WARM] Height: 3.9 in (100 mm) *[WARM] mode: Temperature can be adjusted in 1℉ Dimensions <Exterior> increments between 90-200℉ Width: 12.2 in (311 mm) Depth: 9.6 in (243 mm) RICE COOKING Mode Height: 5.0 in (127 mm) White Rice: 1-4 rice cups (180-720 ml) Cooking ...
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10. Warranty & After Service Be sure to read this section carefully ・ Warranty Coverage Limited warranty is extended to the owner of the product for personal household use only. This warranty is valid for original purchaser and is not transferable. You will be asked to provide a proof of purchase. If a proof of purchase is not provided, you may be responsible for the cost of repair even during the free-repair warranty period. ・ Warranty Period Three (3) years from the date of purchase. In case of malfunction during the warranty period, we will repair the product in accordance with the warranty policy. ・ Repair Beyond Expiration of Warranty Period Please contact VERMICULAR USA or the retail store where you purchased your product. We will repair for a fee upon request if the function of the product can be maintained through repair. ・ Retention Period of Repair Parts We maintain functional parts required for repair for six years commencing on the date of ﬁnal production. Functional parts for repair are those parts that are necessary to maintain the function of the product. ・ After Service If you have any questions, contact VERMICULAR USA or the retailer you purchased the appliance from. ― 10. Warranty & After Service ― ...
Page 36 WARRANTY 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ・ VERMICULAR USA, Inc. ( “VERMICULAR” ) warrants that for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. VERMICULAR at its option, will repair or replace this product found to be defective during the warranty period. ・ This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser and is not transferable. Please keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty service. ・ This warranty is extended to the owner of this product for personal household use only. This warranty does not apply to products used for commercial, rental or resale purposes. ・ To qualify for this warranty, customer is responsible for ensuring that the operating instructions and safety precautions with regard to use, cleaning and maintenance of the product have been strictly observed and followed. ・ This warranty is valid in USA only. EXCLUSIONS ・ This warranty does not cover and speciﬁcally excludes breaches of the warranted elements caused by or due to factors and conditions beyond normal use, including events beyond the control of VERMICULAR, including without limitation, any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, mishandling of the product including drops, use on improper voltage or current, exposure to abnormal or extreme conditions, or disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than VERMICULAR or authorized representatives. Further, the warranty does not cover: acts of God or other force majeure events including but not limited to ﬁre, ﬂood, hurricanes and tornadoes. VERMICULAR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE EITHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT FOR INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR LOST REVENUE, LOST PROFITS OR LOSS OF USE UNDER ANY THEORY OF LAW. SHIPPING ・ Customer will arrange and pay for shipping and handling charges for the unit to be returned to VERMICULAR. VERMICULAR will arrange and pay for shipping and handling for the return of the unit to the customer. CLAIM ・ To make a warranty claim, please contact VERMICULAR USA. VERMICULAR USA, Inc. Email: support@vermicular.us www.vermicular.us...

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