Zojirushi NL-BAC05 - Rice Cooker Manual

PARTS NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

CONTROL PANEL

ACCESSORIES

TIPS FOR DELICIOUS RICE

TIPS FOR COOKING DELICIOUS RICE

• Do not use strongly alkalized ionic water
  Do not use alkalized ionic water that is over pH 9. Rice cooked with strongly alkalized ionic water may appear yellow or become too glutinous
• Stir and loosen rice immediately after cooking has completed
  Doing so releases excess moisture, resulting in rice that is perfectly cooked with a fluffy texture. Loosen the rice within 10 minutes after cooking completes. Not loosening the rice may cause it to clump, become too glutinous or burn

TIPS FOR USING THE KEEP WARM MODE

• When keeping rice in the Inner Cooking Pan for later consumption, use the Keep Warm mode.
  • The rice may develop a foul odor or condensed moisture may fall on the rice, making it sticky, if the Keep Warm mode is canceled or if left in an unplugged Rice Cooker.
• To prevent the rice from becoming dry or wet, developing an odor or turning yellow, do not use the Keep Warm mode for the following:

• Keeping a small amount of rice warm for long hours.
• Keeping rice warm for more than 12 hours
• Adding additional rice while keeping rice warm
• Keeping quinoa and steel cut oatmeal warm

• Reheating cold rice
• Keeping foods other than rice warm such as croquettes or miso soup.
• Keeping rice warm with the Spatula left inside the Rice Cooker.
• Keeping rice warm when it contains additional ingredients and seasonings (mixed rice, etc.).

• When keeping a small amount of rice warm, gather the rice toward the center of the Inner Cooking Pan.

• As the amount of rice kept warm decreases, the rice may dry or become wet. To minimize this, gather the rice toward the center of the Inner Cooking Pan while keeping warm
  

HOW TO SET THE CLOCK

e.g.: If the current time is 15:01 but displays 14:56.

1. Press the or button to initiate the Time Setting and adjust the clock to the current time while the time display is blinking.
   : Each press advances the time in 1-minute increments.
   : Each press reverses the time in 1-minute increments.
   • Press and hold either button to quickly adjust in 10-minute increments.
2. The time display will stop blinking after 3 seconds, indicating the Time Setting is completed. If the time display still does not show the current time, repeat Step 1 to readjust the time

SOUND SIGNALS AND HOW TO CHANGE THEM

This product includes a melody function that allows you to set a melody to inform you when certain actions occur, such as when cooking starts, when Timer operation is finished, and when cooking completes. You can also switch the melody to a beep or to silent.

Types of Sound Signals:
You can choose the Sound Signals from the following:

Indication \Types of Sound Signals and their meanings	Melody:	Beep:	Silent:
	The default setting at the time of shipment from the factory	Choose this setting to change from a Melody.	Choose this setting to disable the Sound Signal
Cooking has begun:	"Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star"	a beep
Timer is set:	"Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star"	a beep
Cooking / Reheating has completed:	"Amaryllis"	beeps 5 times	no sound

How to change the Sound Signal:

• You cannot change the Melody Signal for the initiation of Reheating.
• You cannot change the Sound Signal during Cooking, Reheating, Regular Keep Warm, Extended Keep Warm or Timer Cooking
• If you find it difficult to change / select the Sound Signal, please start over from Step 1

1. Set the Inner Cooking Panand plug in the Power Cord.
   > See step 4 under "BASIC COOKING STEPS"
2. Hold the button for more than 3 seconds. Each time the TIMER button is held for more than 3 seconds, the Sound Signal will change.
   1. Melody: It will play "Amaryllis" when the sound setting is completed
   2. Beep: It will beep 3 times when the sound setting is completed
   3. Silent: It will beep 1 time when the sound setting is completed.
3. The setting is completed when the desired Sound Signal is heard.
   • The selected Sound Signal is stored even if the Rice Cooker is unplugged

COOKING RICE

BASIC COOKING STEPS

• 'The initial Menu setting at the time of shipment from the factory is WHITE / SUSHI.
• Please wash the Inner Cooking Pan, Inner Lid Set, Steam Vent Cap and accessories before initial use.

1. Measure the rice with the provided Measuring Cup.
   Overfill the Measuring Cup with rice, then level off.
   
2. Clean the rice and adjust the amount of water.
   1. Clean the rice.
      > See "TIPS FOR COOKING DELICIOUS RICE"
   2. On a flat surface, pour water over the rice in the Inner Cooking Pan, filling to the water measure line that matches the number of cups of rice you are cooking and the Menu setting.
   3. For an accurate measurement, level the surface of the rice
      • The rice may be cooked immediately after cleaning rice, as soaking is not required. Soaking the rice will soften the texture of the rice
3. Place the Inner Cooking Pan into the Main Body, and attach the Inner Lid
   Set and Steam Vent Cap. Close the Outer Lid. Be sure to wipe moisture and foreign matter off the outer surface of the Inner Cooking Pan, the inside of the Main Body, the Inner Lid Set, and the Steam Vent Cap.
   • Make sure that the Inner Cooking Pan is inserted all the way in.
   • 'Close the Outer Lid slowly and firm y until you hear a clicking sound
4. Insert plugs.
   
   1. lnsert the Appliance Plug into the Main Body securely.
   2. lnsert the Power Plug into an electrical outlet.
      • The clock will appear when you connect the Plugs
5. Select the desired Menu setting by pressing the button.
   Each press of the button changes the position of the "" on the Display.
   
   • Press and hold the button to quickly cycle through the selections. It will stop when it reaches WHITE / SUSHI menu setting
   • Menu settings such as WHITE / SUSHI, BROWN and LONG GRAIN WHITE menu settings will remain selected until you change the setting.
6. Press the button.
   The melody (beep) sounds, and cooking begins. The START / REHEAT light turns on, and the Display shows the estimated time (in minutes) until cooking completes.
   
   • Make sure the Rice Cooker is not in Keep Warm mode, then press the START / REHEAT button.
   • If the Keep Warm light is on, the reheating process will start. If you want to know the current time during the cooking process, press the or button and the Display will switch.
   • The estimated time until completion is for reference only. Actual time of cooking completion may vary depending on room or water temperature, voltage or water measurement.
   • The Rice Cooker will make adjustments to the remaining time until cooking completion when it reaches the steaming process. The time until cooking completion may increase or decrease suddenly during this process.
7. When the melody or beep to indicate cooking completion sounds, stir and loosen the rice immediately to give the rice a deliciously fluffy texture.
   When cooking completes, it will automatically switch to Keep Warm mode. -+ See "KEEPING RICE WARM". The START / REHEAT light turns off, the KEEP WARM light turns on, and the length of time that the rice has been kept warm is displayed in hour(s)
   When it switches to Keep Warm mode, immediately stir and loosen the rice. By stirring and loosening the rice and removing excess moisture, you prevent the rice from hardening, becoming sticky, or becoming burnt.
   
   • Be careful not to burn yourself when stirring and loosening rice
   • The Inner Cooking Pan may spin when loosening the rice. Holding the Inner Cooking Pan with oven-mitts or a soft cloth will keep it from spinning while reducing damages to the outside bottom of the pan
   • Depending on cooking conditions, the bottom portion of the rice may become slightly browned.
   • Depending on the heat convection while cooking, the surface of the finished rice may look uneven
8. After use, press the button, then unplug the Power Cord.
   • Do not begin cleaning the Rice Cooker until the Main Body has cooled
   • Please do not handle the Power Plug or Appliance Plug while your hands are wet. (Doing so may cause short circuit or electric shock.)
   • Removing the Inner Cooking Pan only will not cancel the Keep Warm mode. Make sure to press the KEEP WARM / CANCEL button.

Be careful that the contents do not boil over.
When adding water to the QUINOA or STEEL CUT OATMEAL Water Level, do not cook using Menu settings other than QUINOA or STEEL CUT OATMEAL. Using any other Menu setting may cause contents to boil over.

• The QUINOA and STEEL CUT OATMEAL menu setting selection will not be saved. When cooking quinoa or steel cut oatmeal, please select it each time.

REQUEST
When cooking more than one pot of rice consecutively, or cooking right after cancelling the Keep Warm mode, allow the Rice Cooker to cool for 30 minutes or longer. If the Main Body and the Outer Lid are hot, the rice may not cook well

REMARKS
To cool the Main Body and Outer Lid quickly, please try the following:

• Fill the Inner Cooking Pan with cold water and place it in the Main Body.
• Open the Outer Lid, remove the Inner Lid Set and allow the Radiator Plate to cool.

NOTE:

• You can switch Sound Signals (melody, beep, silent) that alert you when certain actions occur.
  See "SOUND SIGNALS AND HOW TO CHANGE THEM"

ESTIMATED COOKING TIME

WHITE	approx. 51 minutes —1 hour
SUSHI	approx. 53 minutes —1 hour
QUICK	approx. 25 minutes 40 minutes
BROWN	approx. 1 hour 24 minutes —1 hour 30 minutes
LONG GRAIN WHITE	approx. 53 minutes —1 hour 4 minutes
QUINOA	approx. 38 minutes —44 minutes
STEEL CUT OATMEAL	approx. 53 minutes 59 minutes

• The above table is based on the testing conditions of 120 volts, a room temperature of 68ºF (20ºC), and water at a starting temperature of 64.4ºF (18ºC)
• The above lengths of time are measured from Cooking until the Keep Warm process. Actual times may vary depending on the voltage, room temperature, season, and the amount of water used

TIPS TO COOKING VARIOUS RICE MENUS
When cooking types of rice with assigned MENU settings:
^*1 Capacity is measured in the supplied rice measuring cup, using raw rice.

Type of rice you want to cook	Type of rice to use	Menu Setting	Water Level	Cooking Capacity [cups] *1	Notes and Advice
White Rice *2	Short / Medium Grain White Rice	WHITE / SUSHI	WHITE	0.5-3	Cooks white rice to a regular consistency
Sushi Rice *2	Short / Medium Grain White Rice Short /	WHITE / SUSHI	SUSHI	1-3	Rice is firmer than rice cooked using the White Rice setting
Quick Cooking *2	Short / Medium Grain White Rice	QUICK	WHITE	0.5-3	Cooks white rice faster. Please note that the rice texture may be slightly harder.
Brown Rice	Short / Medium Grain Brown Rice	BROWN	BROWN	0.5 - 2	If white rice is mixed with brown rice, it may boil over or cook unsatisfactorily, and is not recommended.
Long Grain White Rice	Long Grain White Rice	LONG GRAIN WHITE	LONG GRAIN WHITE	0.5 - 3	Depending on the rice brand, it may be slightly harder than normal.
Quinoa	Quinoa	QUINOA	QUINOA	0.5 - 1.5	Adjust the amount of water according to your preference For firmer quinoa > Use less water. For softer quinoa > Use more water.
Steel Cut Oatmeal	Steel Cut Oatmeal	STEEL CUT OATMEAL	STEEL CUT OATMEAL	0.5-1.5	Adjust the amount of water according to your preference. For firmer oats > Use less water. For a more moist porridge > Use more water.

^*2 Do not use other than short/medium grain white rice when cooking White Rice, Sushi Rice or Quick Cooking. When you use long grain white rice, use LONG GRAIN WHITE menu setting

When cooking other types of rice:
*1 Capacity is measured in the supplied rice measuring cup, using raw rice

Type of rice you want to cook	Type of rice to use	Menu Setting	Water Level	Cooking Capacity [cups] *1	Notes and Advice
Mixed Rice with Barley	Barley mixed with Short / Medium Grain White Rice	WHITE / SUSHI	WHITE	0.5-3	The amount of barley mixed into the rice should be less than 20% of the total volume. e.g.: To cook 1 cup of rice mixed with barley, use 0.8 cup of white rice and 0.2 cup of barley
White Rice with Germ	Short / Medium Grain White Rice with Germ	WHITE / SUSHI	WHITE	0.5-3	Clean the rice quickly and gently because the germ can easily be washed off
Germinated Brown Rice	Germinated Brown Rice only or Germinated Brown Rice mixed with Short / Medium Grain White Rice	WHITE / SUSHI	WHITE	0.5-2	Do not use the Timer function or soak rice in water for more than 30 minutes Your cooking results may vary and may not always be satisfactory. Certain types of germinated brown rice may cause the Rice Cooker to boil over. When cooking germinated brown rice made by a germinated brown rice maker, contact the manufacturer of the maker directly for ideal cooking methods
Semi-Brown Rice	Semi-Brown Rice 30%	BROWN	BROWN (Use slightly below the water level for BROWN)	1-2	Depending on the rice brand and/or rice polishing level, it may cause the Rice Cooker to boil over or not cook well > Make adjustments to the amount of water.
	Semi-Brown Rice 50%\70%	WHITE / SUSHI	WHITE (Use slightly above the water level for WHITE)	1-2

For instructions on how to cook other types of grains, please visit our website at www.zojirushi.com/grains.

KEEPING RICE WARM

REGULAR KEEP W ARM A ND EXTENDED KEEP WARM

You can choose the Regular Keep Warm mode or Extended Keep Warm mode by pressing the MENU button while the KEEP WARM light is on.

• The Extended Keep Warm mode is not available during the following (the Rice Cooker will beep and automatically start the Regular Keep Warm mode):
• BROWN, QUINOA and STEEL CUT OATMEAL menu settings.
• If 12 hours of Regular Keep Warm has already elapsed.
• If 4 hours of Extended Keep Warm has already elapsed.
• If the temperature of the Inner Cooking Pan is low because the Keep Warm mode has been cancelled, or power failure.

REGULAR KEEP WARM
This keeps the rice warm at a higher temperature, so the rice develops odors less easily.
When cooking completes, the Rice Cooker automatically switches to Regular Keep Warm mode, the KEEP WARM light and the REGULAR KEEP WARM display turn on.

EXTENDED KEEP WARM
Use this function when keeping rice warm for a longer period of time. Drying and yellowing of rice will be reduced by maintaining the temperature slightly lower.
This function can be activated during Regular Keep Warm mode.

1. Check to make sure the REGULAR KEEP WARM display is on.
   
2. Press the button.
   The EXTENDED KEEP WARM display will turn on.
   
   • After 8 hours of Extended Keep Warm mode, the Rice Cooker automatically switches to Regular Keep Warm mode.

How to change from Extended Keep Warm mode to Regular Keep Warm mode:
Press the button.
The setting will return to Regular Keep Warm mode and the REGULAR KEEP WARM display will turn on.

ABOUT KEEP WARM TIMES

• Be sure to observe the length of time for which rice can be kept warm as shown in the table below.
• You cannot select EXTENDED KEEP WARM for menus marked with a "-" REGULAR KEEP WARM is automatically selected
• After cooking, all menus default to Keep Warm mode. However, do not use Keep Warm mode for menus with an "X" below. Doing so can cause spoilage and foul odors.

KEEP WARM \ Menu	WHITE, SUSHI, QUICK, LONG GRAIN WHITE	QUINOA, STEEL CUT OATMEAL	BROWN, Semi-Brown Rice 30%	Germinated Brown Rice, Semi-Brown Rice 50% / 70%
REGULAR KEEP WARM	Up to 12 hours		Up to 12 hours	Up to 12 hours
EXTENDED KEEP WARM

* Since Germinated Brown Rice and Semi-Brown Rice 50% / 70% are cooked using the WHITE / SUSHI menu setting, the number on the display will not begin blinking at "0(h)" if EXTENDED KEEP WARM is selected However, do not use the EXTENDED KEEP WARM function for these kinds of rice.

• The Keep Warm mode is not available for the CAKE menu setting

HOW TO KEEP RICE WARM AGAIN

• When you want to keep rice warm after canceling the Keep Warm mode.
  
  

The KEEP WARM light turns on, and the time elapsed display returns to "0h"

• If the temperature of the rice and the Inner Cooking Pan are low, do not keep warm again
  Trying to keep contents warm again when the rice and Inner Cooking Pan temperatures are low will cause "0(h)" to blink.

When you are concerned about the odor:

• Foul odors or the growth of bacteria may occur depending on how well the unit is cleaned, the room temperature based on the season or usage environment, frequent opening and closing of the Outer Lid, the type of rice used, or the way the rice was cleaned. If you are concerned about odors, cleaning the Rice Cooker according to "THE INTERIOR" and then using REGULAR KEEP WARM should be effective. It can be even more effective to increase the warming temperature "IF THE FOLLOWING OCCUR"

NOTE:

• If you want to know the current time during Keep Warm mode, press the or button and the Display will switch Press the or button again to return to the display for Keep Warm time elapsed
  If you do not return the display to the Keep Warm time elapsed, the next time you cook rice, the Keep Warm time elapsed will not be displayed If the Keep Warm time elapsed display is blinking, you cannot switch.

REQUEST

• When keeping rice warm inside the Inner Cooking Pan, be sure to select the Keep Warm mode

REHEATING RICE

You can use this function during Regular Keep Warm mode or Extended Keep Warm mode.

• This Reheat function is for reheating the rice during Keep Warm mode to make the rice hotter. Particularly, the rice is kept warm at a lower temperature by the Extended Keep Warm mode, the Reheat function will reheat the rice to the best serving temperature.
• You can reheat the rice only when the KEEP WARM light is on.

1. Loosen and level the surface of the kept warm rice.
   
   • Be sure to loosen the rice to prevent scorching or the rice from becoming hard
   • To reheat a small amount of rice, add 1 tablespoon of water for each bowl of rice (approx. 5.5 oz. / approx. 160 g), mix well, and gather the rice toward the center of the Inner Cooking Pan. Doing so will minimize dryness.
   • Be careful not to burn yourself when stirring and loosening rice
   • The Inner Cooking Pan may spin when loosening the rice. Holding the Inner Cooking Pan with oven mitts or a soft cloth will keep it from spinning while reducing damages to the outside bottom of the pan.
2. Make sure that the KEEP WARM light is on, and
   Press the button.
   If you press the START / REHEAT button when the KEEP WARM light is off, the cooking process will start
   
   A melody will sound, and reheating will start. The KEEP WARM light turns off, the START / REHEAT light blinks, and the display looks like the one in the illustration.
   Standard times required for reheating: Approx.7 min. —9 min
   
3. Loosen the rice.

• Loosen and level the surface of the rice, as the rice at the bottom may be harder.
• Be careful not to burn yourself when stirring and loosening rice
• The Inner Cooking Pan may spin when loosening the rice. Holding the Inner Cooking Pan with oven mitts or a soft cloth will keep it from spinning while reducing damages to the outside bottom of the pan

To cancel the Reheat mode:
Press the button.
The START / REHEAT light turns off, and the current time display returns.

To cancel the Reheat mode and return to Keep Warm mode:
Press the button.
The START / REHEAT light turns off, the KEEP WARM lights turns on.

Do not reheat for the following cases:

• Do not use the Reheat function to reheat food other than white rice, as reheating other types of rice may cause scorching or discoloring.
• Do not repeat the Reheat function as doing so may cause scorching or dryness.
• Do not use the Reheat function if the amount of rice left over is above water level 2 for WHITE as the rice may not be warmed adequately.
• Do not use the Reheat function if the rice is cold or the temperature of the Inner Cooking Pan is too low as doing so may cause scorching, foul odors or the rice may become hard.

USING THE TIMER TO COOK RICE

USING THE TIMER

1. Press the button to select the desired Menu setting.
   • The Timer function is not available in the QUICK and CAKE menu settings.
2. Press the button to select (Timer 1) or (Timer 2).
   The preset time for "Timer 1" and the START / REHEAT light will blink.
   
   • Press the button again and the preset time for "Timer 2" will appear.
3. Press the or button to set a specific time to finish cooking.
   : Each press advances the time in 10-minute increments
   : Each press reverses the time in 10-minute increments.
   
   • Press and hold the button to quickly adjust the time in 10-minute increments.
   • You do not need to set the time again when using the same settings
4. Press the button.
   The melody sounds and the Timer setting is complete
   The START / REHEAT light turns off, and the time you wish to finish cooking and the TIMER light turn on.
   
   • The START / REHEAT button must be pressed to set the TIMER.
   • Cooking will be completed at the specified time.
     > See step 7 under "BASIC COOKING STEPS"
   • To cancel the Timer setting, press the KEEP WARM / CANCEL button.

Suggested Lengths for the Timer Setting:

WHITE	1 hour 15 minutes - 13 hours	LONG GRAIN WHITE	1 hour 25 minutes - 13 hours
SUSHI	1 hour 15 minutes - 13 hours	QUINOA	55 minutes - 13 hours
BROWN	1 hour 45 minutes - 13 hours	STEEL CUT OATMEAL	1 hour 15 minutes - 13 hours

REQUEST

• Do not use the Timer function if you are adding ingredients and/or seasonings to the rice. Ingredients may spoil or seasonings may settle to the bottom of the Inner Cooking Pan and your results may not be satisfactory.
• Be sure to set the Timer for less than 13 hours (less than 8 hours for quinoa and steel cut oatmeal), especially during summer, to prevent the soaked rice from spoiling due to the higher room temperature.
• Do not use the Timer when cooking Germinated Brown Rice as it tends to absorb too much water and your results may not be satisfactory

NOTE:

• The remaining time until cooking completion will not be displayed when the Timer is set.
• If the Timer is set for less than the suggested length above, a beep will sound, the Rice Cooker will start cooking immediately, and the remaining time until cooking completion will be displayed
• Cooking may not complete at the set time if the temperature of the room or water is too low. In addition, the cooking time may be affected by the amount of water or voltage
• When cooking using the Timer function, the rice absorbs extra moisture, which can make the rice softer or cause the bran to collect at the bottom and burn
• If you want to know the current time while using the Timer function, press the or button and the Display will switch

HOW TO BAKE CAKE

1. Grease the inside of the Inner Cooking Pan lightly and evenly with butter.
   • The cake may become difficult to remove if the Inner Cooking Pan is not greased even y
2. Prepare the batter for cake.
   Do not add baking powder or baking soda as it may cause the cake to rise too high and cause malfunction
   The maximum capacity of all-purpose flour is 2.1 oz. / 60 g
   
3. Pour the cake batter into the Inner Cooking Pan from Step 1, level the surface and release excess air.
   • Hit the bottom of the Inner Cooking Pan with the palm of your hand several times to release the air bubbles in the batter. Do not hit the Inner Cooking Pan with hard objects or drop it onto the kitchen counter, as this may deform the Inner Cooking Pan and cause uneven baking
4. Place the Inner Cooking Pan into the Main Body, close the Outer Lid and choose the CAKE menu setting by pressing thebutton.
   • When the CAKE menu setting is selected by pressing the MENU button, the default cooking time will appear in the Display. The cooking time may be lengthened or shortened using the or button

     Default Cooking Time Time	Possible Cooking
     45 minutes	1 —80 minutes

5. Press the button.
   The START / REHEAT light turns on and the melody/ beep to start cooking will sound
   The Display shows the remaining time until cooking completion
   • Press the orbutton to check the current time during cooking
     
6. When the melody or beep to indicate cooking completion sounds, press the button and remove the cake from the Inner Cooking Pan.
   
   • Remove the cake from the Inner Cooking Pan immediately after cooking completion. Otherwise the cake may become difficult to remove.
   • Always press the KEEP WARM / CANCEL button when cooking completes. The Rice Cooker will beep every 30 minutes as a reminder to remove the cake if the KEEP WARM / CANCEL button is not pressed
   • If the cake needs more baking, restart the process from Step 4 to bake a little longer.
   • If there is smell of cake left inside the Inner Cooking Pan "IF THERE IS AN ODOR' to remove the smell
   • Be careful when removing the cake as the interior of the Rice Cooker and the Inner Cooking Pan are hot upon cooking completion.

RECIPES

The measurements used in these Recipes:

• 1 Tablespoon = 0.5 oz. (15 mL)
• 1 teaspoon = 0.2 oz. (5 mL)
• Measure the rice with the provided Measuring Cup (1 Cup = approx. 6.1 oz. / approx. 180 mL)

HAND-ROLLED SUSHI
Menu Setting: WHITE / SUSHI

Ingredients (2—3 servings)
2 cups Rice
Vinegar Mix
2-2/3Tbsp. Rice vinegar 2 tsp. Sugar 1 tsp. Salt
Suggested Toppings
Sashimi (tuna, squid, prawns, etc.)
Pickles (e.g. pickled radish)
Avocado and ham
Natto (fermented soy bean) and green onions
Bacon and asparagus
Salmon roe, sea eel and rolled egg
Carrots, cucumbers and celery
Seaweed, Wasabi (horse radish), soy sauce and pickled red ginger to taste

How to cook

1. Clean rice well and fill the Inner Cooking Pan with water to water level 2 for SUSHI
2. Press the MENU button, select WHITE / SUSHI and press the START / REHEAT button to start cooking
3. When cooking is completed, place the rice into a wooden container (wiped with a clean wet cloth). Pour the Vinegar Mix over the rice and mix thoroughly while cooling it with a fan.

• Hand-rolled sushi is simple and quick, wrapping your favorite sashimi, ingredients and sushi rice with Nori (seaweed). You can also use green leaf lettuce to wrap your hand-rolled sushi.

EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLES AND BROWN RICE
Menu Setting: BROWN

Ingredients (2—3 servings)
1.5 cups Short grain brown rice
1.5 cups (12 oz.) Vegetable broth
1/2 clove Garlic, minced
1/4tsp. Celery seed
1/4 tsp. Salt
1/2 cup Cooked spinach, roughly chopped
1/2cup Cooked artichoke hearts, quartered
1/8cup Sun dried tomatoes, drained of oil and chopped
1/8cup Pistachio nuts, shelled and toasted
1/2Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. Red wine vinegar
1/8 cup Fresh parsley, coarsely chopped
1/4cup Ricotta salata cheese, crumbled

How to cook

1. Measure rice accurately using the measuring cup that came with your Rice Cooker. Rinse rice quickly once, drain and place in the Inner Cooking Pan.
2. Add vegetable broth, garlic, celery seed and salt to the Inner Cooking Pan. Add water to fill to the water level 1.5 for BROWN if necessary (do not add water if vegetable broth has reached or exceeded the water level)
3. Mix well using the spatula
4. Press the MENU button, select BROWN and press the START / REHEAT button to start cooking

5. While the rice cooks, combine spinach, artichokes, sun dried tomatoes and pistachios in a microwaveable bowl
6. When cooking is completed, microwave the mixture from Step 5 for 1 minute
7. While the mixture from Step 6 heats, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, chopped parsley and crumbled ricotta salata cheese in a separate container.
8. Remove rice from the Rice Cooker to a warmed bowl. Fold in the ingredients from Step 6 using a fork. Then add the parsley and cheese mixture from Step 7 and toss gently.

SPONGE CAKE
(Cooking Time Setting: 45 minutes.)
Menu Setting: CAKE

Ingredients
1/2cup* (2.1 oz. / 60 g) All-purpose flour (sifted)
2 Eggs (separate egg yolk from white)
1/4cup Sugar Vanilla extract to taste

Fresh cream, fruits (for decoration) as you like
Butter (for greasing the Inner Cooking Pan) to taste
*Please use a standard measuring cup, not the provided Measuring Cup.

How to cook

1. Grease the inside of the Inner Cooking Pan lightly and evenly with butter
2. Add A in a small bowl and float the small bowl in a larger bowl containing hot water to melt the butter.
3. Beat egg whites until foamy. Gradually add sugar until whites begin to hold their shape.
4. Add yolks and vanilla extract to Step 3 and beat until thick.
5. Add sifted all-purpose flour to Step 4. Mix with rubber spatula until smooth and well blended. Gently fold in A from Step 2 without over-mixing
6. Pour the batter from Step 5 into the Inner Cooking Pan and hit the bottom of the Inner Cooking Pan with the palm of your hand several times to release the air bubbles in the batter. Place the Inner Cooking Pan into the Main Body and close the Outer Lid

7. Press the MENU button and choose the CAKE menu setting. Set the cooking time to 45 minutes and press the START / REHEAT button
8. When baking completes, remove the cake from the Inner Cooking Pan and allow to cool
9. Frost the cake with whipped cream and garnish with desired fruit. Flavor variations: Sift cocoa powder with all-purpose flour to make a chocolate cake, or green tea powder to make green tea cake. (Add 2 tsp.)

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Clean the Rice Cooker thoroughly after every use.

• Be sure to unplug the Power Cord and allow the Main Body and the Inner Cooking Pan to cool down.
  
• Do not use such items as thinner, abrasive cleaners, bleach, scrubbing brushes (nylon, metal, etc.), melamine sponges or sponges with a nylon surface (Doing so may damage the surface, causing discoloration, scratches, degradation in quality, or corrosion.)
• Do not use a dishwasher or dish-dryer. Doing so may cause scratches, deformation or discoloration
• Be sure to reattach the Inner Lid Set and Steam Vent Cap correctly

THE EXTERIOR
Wipe clean with a well-wrung soft cloth.

• If using a cloth that is chemically treated, use sparingly to avoid transferring the chemical smell and do not scrub the Rice Cooker forcefully. (Doing so may damage the surface, causing discoloration, scratches, degradation in quality, or corrosion.)

Air Vent
Clean using a vacuum cleaner (once a month).

• Using the Rice Cooker with clogged Air Vent may cause the internal temperature to become abnormally high, resulting in breakdown.

Wipe with a dry soft cloth.

INNER COOKING PAN/ SPATULA
Wash using a neutral kitchen detergent sponge.

• Do not use polishing powder, metal or nylon scrubbing brushes.
• Handle gently. Do not strike it or rub it too hard.

MEASURING CUP
Wash using a soft sponge.
To wash thoroughly, use a neutral kitchen detergent

IF THERE IS AN ODOR

1. Fill the Inner Cooking Pan with water up to water level 1 for WHITE.
   • Do not put anything else, such as kitchen detergent, in the Inner Cooking Pan
2. Close the Outer Lid and press the button to select the QUICK menu setting.
3. Press the button.
4. When the melody (beep) sounds and switches to Keep Warm mode, press the button.
5. Wait until the Main Body cools down, discard the water and clean accordingly.
   • Open the Outer Lid and dry the Rice Cooker in a well ventilated place.

THE INTERIOR

HOW TO DETACH AND ATTACH THE INNER LID SET
How to detach the Inner Lid Set:
Hold the Inner Lid Knob () and push up on the Inner Lid Set Holder () to detach.

How to attach the Inner Lid Set:
Insert the fixtures found at the bottom sides of the Inner Lid Set into the Outer Lid and push it toward the Outer Lid until you hear it click into place.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

• Please replace damaged parts for optimum performance
• When replacing parts, please check the model number and the parts name beforehand, then contact the store where you purchased the Rice Cooker or Zojirushi Customer Service.
  Zojirushi Customer Service
  1-800-733-6270
  www.zojirushi.com

Parts Names	Parts Number
Inner Lid Set	C207-GR
Inner Cooking Pan	8506-6B
Spatula	BE243033L-OO
Measuring Cup	615784-00

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

ERROR DISPLAYS AND THEIR MEANINGS

Panel Display		Cause (Points to check)
Error Display		Indicates malfunction >Please contact the store where you purchased the Rice Cooker or Zojirushi Customer Service.
		The temperature of the Lid Sensor or the Center Sensor is too high >Press the KEEP WARM / CANCEL button and open the Outer Lid for more than 30 minutes and allow the interior to cool down. (Be careful not to burn yourself.) > To cool faster, see "REMARKS."
	Blank Display:	Make sure the Power Plug and Appliance Plug are surely connected > The Display disappears if the Power Cord is unplugged.
	When the Power Cord is plugged in, is blinking:	The built-in Lithium Battery is out. The Display will turn off and stored memories (current time, menu selection and Keep Warm settings) will be erased when unplugged However, once plugged in and the clock set, the Rice Cooker will function normally. If rice is cooked while the display shows a blinking, the current time will not be shown during the cooking process. Please contact Zojirushi Customer Service to have the Lithium Battery replaced (with additional charge) Unplug the Power Cord and plug it in again
	Odd Display:	Unplug the Power Cord and plug it in again (If the Display shows a blinking please reset the time.)

IF THE FOLLOWING OCCUR

When you are concerned about foul odors, color changes or dryness in the rice,
Change the Keep Warm temperature.
Depending on the region or environment, the Keep Warm temperature may lower, and this can cause foul odors in the rice. If the Keep Warm temperature rises, this can cause the rice to change color or become dry. If the rice smells, changes color or becomes dry, try changing the Keep Warm temperature settings as follows.

• REGULAR KEEP WARM and EXTENDED KEEP WARM will change at the same time

How to Change the Keep Warm Temperature Settings

1. Set the Inner Cooking Pan and plug in the Power Cord.
   
2. Press and hold the KEEP WARM / CANCEL button for 3 seconds or longer.
   
3. Press the or to set the temperature. If you press the , the setting changes in the direction of the . If you press the , the setting changes in the direction of the .
   If you are worried about odors in the rice, select from [1]-[3] to increase the temperature.
   If you are worried about changed in color or dryness in the rice, select from to decrease the temperature.
   
4. Press the MENU button.
   

NOTE:

• Settings cannot be changed during Cooking, Reheating, Regular Keep Warm, Extended Keep Warm or Timer Cooking
• If you are unable to successfully complete the operation the first time, start again from Step 1. Once you change the setting, that setting will be saved even if you unplug the Power Plug from the electrical outlet If 15 seconds or more elapse without any action while you are changing the setting, the display will revert to the current time and the setting will not be changed

If there is no improvement after you change the Keep Warm temperature setting, return it to the original setting, as the changed setting may cause odors, color changes or dryness.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model No.		NL-BAC05
Cooking Capacity of Each Menu Setting*1 (approx. L) [cups]	WHITE (short/medium grain white rice)	0.09-0.54	[0.5-3]
	SUSHI (short/medium grain white rice)	0.18-0.54 0.	[1-3]
	QUICK (short/medium grain white rice)	09-0.54	[0.5-3]
	BROWN (short/medium grain brown rice)	0.09-0.36	[0.5-2]
	LONG GRAIN WHITE (long grain white rice)	0.09-0.54	[0.5-3]
	QUINOA	0.09-0.27	[0.5-1.5]
	STEEL CUT OATMEAL	0.09-0.27	[0.5-1.5]
	CAKE	All-purpose flour, 2.1 oz. / 60 g
Rating		AC 120 V	60 Hz
Electric Consumption		500 W
Average Power Consumption during Keep Warm		24 W
Rice Cooking System		Direct Heating
Power Cord Length		3' 7" (1.1 m)
External	<approx. inch>	9-3/8(W) x 12-7/8(D) x 7-7/8(H) (14-3/8*2)
Dimensions	<approx. cm>	23 5 (W) x 32 5 (D) x 19 5 (H) (36.5*2)
Weight		approx. 6 lbs. (approx. 2.7 kg)

• The average power consumption during Keep Warm is calculated with the Rice Cooker at maximum capacity and at a room temperature of 680F (200C)
• This product may not operate properly in certain environments or places with high altitudes or extreme weather conditions. Please avoid using this product in such areas
• This product cannot be used in areas where power supply voltage or power supply frequency is different.

*1 Capacity is measured in the supplied rice measuring cup, using raw rice. Other grains may vary
*2 Height with the Outer Lid open

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

1. Read all instructions thoroughly.
2. Avoid touching hot surfaces and do not close or clog the steam vent opening under any circumstances. The handles and knobs are provided for your safety and protection
3. To prevent hazardous operation or electric shock, do not immerse power cord, power plug, or rice cooker (except inner cooking pan) in water or other liquids.
4. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the appliance to cool before adding or removing parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
6. Do not use or operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug. If the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner, unplug the appliance and return it to the nearest authorized service facility or dealer for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may be hazardous or may cause malfunction
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces and do not let the cord hang over the edge of tables or counters.
10. Do not place the appliance on or near a heated surface such as a gas or electric stove, or ina heated oven.
11. Always use extreme caution when moving appliances containing hot contents or liquids.
12. Plug the cord into a household electrical outlet. To disconnect, press the cancel button, then remove plug from wall outlet.
13. Do not use the appliance for other than intended or specified purposes.
14. To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only the supplied inner cooking pan.
15. The plug to the appliance should be attached first before plugging the cord into a wall outlet.

Be sure to follow these instructions.
These WARNINGS and CAUTIONS are intended to prevent property damage or personal injury to you and others.

• The degree of danger or damage by the misuse of this product is indicated as follows:
  
  Indicates risk of serious injury or death
  
  Indicates risk of injury, household or property damage if mishandled.
• Prohibited or required actions are indicated as follows:
  Indicates a prohibited operation
  Indicates a requirement or instruction that must be followed.

Do not modify the Rice Cooker. Only a repair technician should disassemble or repair this unit. Attempting to do so may cause fire, electric shock or injury Make any repair inquiries to Zojirushi Customer Service.
Do not place your hands or face near the Steam Vent. Doing so may cause burns or scalding Take special precautions with children and infants
Do not plug or unplug the Power Cord if your hands are wet. Doing so may cause electric shock or injury
Do not immerse the Rice Cooker in water or splash it with water. Do not pour water directly into the Rice Cooker. Doing so may cause short circuit or electric shock. Do not allow liquid to come in contact with the Plug Receptacle, Power Plug, Power Cord or Appliance Plug. Doing so may cause short circuit or electric shock.
Do not put any metal objects such as pins or wires into the Air Vent or crevices located at the bottom of the Rice Cooker. Doing so may cause electric shock or malfunction, resulting in injury.

Do not allow children to use the Rice Cooker unsupervised. Keep it out of the reach of infants.
Children are at risk of burns, electric shock or injury Do not open the Outer Lid or move the Rice Cooker during cooking. Doing so may cause burns This Rice Cooker is for cooking rice, keeping rice warm and baking cakes only. Do not use for other than intended purposes. Always follow the Operating Instructions, and never cook the following:

• Foods packaged in plastic bags
• Foods wrapped in parchment paper, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, etc. or steaming dishes.

Doing so may clog the steam exhaust route.
Do not use the Rice Cooker if the Power Cord or Power Plug is damaged or if the Power Plug is loosely inserted into the electrical outlet. Doing so may cause electric shock, short circuit or fire.

Do not damage the Power Cord. Do not bend, pull, twist, bundle or attempt to modify the Power Cord. Do not place it on or near high temperature surfaces or appliances, under heavy items or between objects. A damaged Power Cord can cause fire or electric shock. Do not use a power source other than 120V AC. Use of any other power supply voltage may cause fire or electric shock. Do not allow the Power Plug to come into contact with steam. Allowing the Power Plug to come into contact with steam after inserting it into the electrical outlet may cause short circuit or fire. When using on a slide-out table or shelf, place the Rice Cooker in a position where the Power Plug does not come into contact with steam
Insert the Power Plug completely and securely into the electrical outlet. A loosely inserted Power Plug may cause electric shock, short circuit, smoke or fire. Use only an electrical outlet rated at 15 amperes minimum, and do not plug other devices into the same outlet. Plugging other devices into the same outlet may cause the electrical outlet to overheat, resulting in fire If the blades or surface of the Power Plug become soiled, wipe them clean. A dirty Power Plug may cause fire Stop using immediately if you notice any of the following symptoms indicating a malfunction or breakdown. Continued use of the Rice Cooker under these circumstances may cause smoke, fire, electric shock or injury

• The Power Plug, Power Cord or Appliance Plug has become very hot.
• The Power Cord is damaged or the electricity turns on and off when touched
• The body of the Rice Cooker is deformed or unusually hot.
• Smoke is arising from the Rice Cooker or there is a burning smell
• Some part of the Rice Cooker is cracked, loose or unstable. etc

If any of the above occurs, unplug the Rice Cooker immediately and contact the store where you purchased it or Zojirushi Customer Service for check-ups and/or repair. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Do not touch hot surfaces during or immediately after use. Be careful of steam when opening the Outer Lid. Be careful not to touch the Inner Cooking Pan when loosening rice. Touching hot surfaces may cause burns

Do not touch the Open Button when moving the Rice Cooker. Doing so may cause the Outer Lid to open, resulting in injury or burns Do not use the Rice Cooker where it may come into contact with water or near heat sources. Doing so may cause electric shock, short circuit, or can deform the Rice Cooker. Do not use cookware other than the provided Inner Cooking Pan. Doing so may cause the cookware to overheat or the Rice Cooker to malfunction. Do not use the Rice Cooker near walls or furniture. Allow enough room for steam to escape if using beneath shelving. Steam or heat may damage, discolor or deform walls, furniture or shelving Do not place or use the Rice Cooker on unstable surfaces or on surfaces that are vulnerable to heat. Doing so may cause injury or fire.

Do not use the Rice Cooker on a slide-out table or shelf with insufficient load capacity. Doing so may damage the slide-out table or shelf, causing the Rice Cooker to fall, resulting in injury or burns. The slide-out table or shelf should at least have a load capacity of 26 lbs. / 12 kg Do not use the Rice Cooker on a surface where the Air Vent located at the bottom of the Rice Cooker can become blocked or covered (such as on paper, cloth, carpet, plastic bag or aluminum sheet). Doing so may cause breakdown or malfunction. Do not use other Power Cords than the one provided. Do not use the Power Cord for other appliances. Doing so may cause malfunction or fire.
Unplug the Power Plug from the outlet when the Rice Cooker is not in use. Leaving the Power Plug in an outlet may cause the insulation to become damaged, resulting in burns, injury, electric shock, short circuit or fire
Please allow the Rice Cooker to cool down before cleaning. Hot parts such as the Inner Lid, Inner Cooking Pan and heating element may cause burns. Always unplug the Rice Cooker by holding the Power Plug, not by pulling the Power Cord. Pulling the Power Cord to unplug the Rice Cooker may cause electric shock, short circuit or fire. Insert the Appliance Plug into the Main Body securely. Otherwise it may cause electric shock, short circuit, smoke or fire. If the Power Plug, Power Cord or Appliance Plug is damaged, it must be replaced by an appropriate cord or assembly made available by the manufacturer or its service agent.

When you are finished, be sure to press the KEEP WARM / CANCEL button to cancel the Keep Warm mode. Removing the Inner Cooking Pan only will not cancel the Keep Warm mode.
Do not cover the Main Body, especially the Steam Vent, with a cloth or other objects. Doing so may cause deformation and/or discoloration of the Main Body or Outer Lid
Do not damage, drop or deform the Inner Cooking Pan. A damaged Inner Cooking Pan may not cook properly
Do not operate the Rice Cooker if rice or other matter is stuck on the inside of the Main Body, the outside surface of the Inner Cooking Pan, the Center Sensor or the Heating Plate. Doing so may burn the rice or otherwise cause imperfect cooking
Do not cook when the Inner Cooking Pan is empty. Doing so may cause breakdown of the Rice Cooker.
Do not splash the Rice Cooker with water or place it on top of something wet. Doing so may cause electric shock or breakdown
Do not use the Rice Cooker in direct sunlight. Doing so may cause discoloration of the Rice Cooker.
Do not use the Rice Cooker where its steam may come into contact with other electrical appliances. The steam may cause fire, malfunction, discoloration or deformation to other electrical appliances.
Always hold the Rice Cooker by the Handle when carrying it. Do not tilt the Main Body. Doing so may cause the contents to spill
Clean the Rice Cooker and the surrounding area before using it. This Rice Cooker is equipped with an Air Vent to improve function and performance, but if dust or insects enter the Air Vent, the Rice Cooker may malfunction. If the Rice Cooker malfunctions due to insects, etc. entering the Air Vent, there will be a charge for repairs
Do not use the Rice Cooker on top of an induction heating cooker. Doing so may cause breakdown
This appliance is intended for household use and similar applications listed below:

• Staff (employee) kitchen area in shops, offices and other working environments

* This appliance is not intended for use by many unspecified people for a long period of time. This appliance must not be used in the following areas:

• Farm houses
• By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments
• Bed and breakfast type environments.

ABOUT THE INNER COOKING PAN
In order to use the Inner Cooking Pan for many years to come. please obey the following.
Inner Surface (Nonstick Coating)
The Nonstick Coating can peel off if damaged. Please take special care to prevent damage and follow these precautions:

<During Preparation>

• Remove foreign matter (such as stones) from the rice before cleaning.
• Do not use utensils such as whisks to clean the rice.
• Do not place a metal strainer in the Inner Cooking Pan when cleaning rice.
• Use the Inner Cooking Pan only for this Rice Cooker.

<When Cooking Completes>

• Do not pour vinegar into the Inner Cooking Pan (when making sushi rice).
• Do not use a metal ladle (when serving quinoa or steel cut oatmeal, etc.).
• Do not hit with the Spatula or other utensils (when serving, etc.).

<When Cleaning>

• Do not place utensils or dishes inside the Inner Cooking Pan.
  
• DO not place in a dishwasher or dish dryer.
  
• Clean the Inner Cooking Pan immediately after using any seasonings.
• Only use soft cleaning implements such as a sponge when cleaning.
• Do not use such items as thinner, abrasive cleaners, bleach, scrubbing brushes (nylon, metal, etc.), melamine sponges or sponges with a nylon surface.
  

The Nonstick Coating may wear out with use.

• The Nonstick Coating may eventually discolor or peel off. This will not affect the cooking / Keep Warm performances or its sanitary properties, and is harmless to your health.
• If concerned with the peeling of the Nonstick Coating or if the Inner Cooking Pan deforms, please replace it by purchasing a new one.

Outer Surface