PARTS NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
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How to attach the Spatula Holder:
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- Push the hook of the Spatula Holder into the Spatula Holder Attachment.
How to detach the Spatula Holder:
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- Press the center part on each side of the Spatula Holder in the directions of the arrows to detach the Spatula Holder.
ACCESSORIES
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TIPS FOR DELICIOUS RICE
TIPS FOR COOKING DELICIOUS RICE
- Measure rice accurately
Be sure to use the Measuring Cup provided, as other measuring cups may differ. Level the rice off at the top of the cup to maintain accuracy.
- Clean rice quickly
Prepare a bowl to pool water
- Rinse rice...
First, pour plenty of water into the Inner Cooking Pan from the bowl and stir the rice loosely 2-3 times (within 10 seconds) by hand. Drain the water immediately afterwards. Repeat twice. - Wash rice...
Wash by stirring the rice by hand 30 times (about 15 seconds), pour plenty of water from the bowl and stir the rice loosely again. Drain the water immediately. Repeat this washing process 2-3 times. - Rinse rice...
Lastly, pour plenty of water from the bowl and rinse the rice. Repeat twice.
(Complete steps 1-3 within 10 minutes.)
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Do not clean the rice or adjust the amount of water using hot water (95°F / 35°C or above). Doing so will cause the rice to be cooked improperly.
- Adjust the amount of water accordingly
Type of Rice | New crop | Old crop |
Water Adjustment | Reduce water slightly from the normal level | Add a little water to the normal level |
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- If you add too much water, it may boil over through the Steam Vent.
- 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 cancelled or if left in an unplugged Rice Cooker.
- 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.
- Reheating cold rice.
- Keeping foods other than rice warm such as croquettes, miso soup, or steamed foods.
- Keeping rice warm with the Spatula left inside the Rice Cooker.
- Keeping rice warm when it contains additional ingredients and seasonings (mixed rice, etc.).
- 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.
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HOW TO SET THE CLOCK
If the clock is inaccurate, set the correct time as shown below.
- The clock is displayed in 24 hours (military time).
e.g.: If the current time is 15:01 but displays 14:56.
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- Set the Inner Cooking Pan and plug in the Power Cord.
See step 4 under "BASIC COOKING STEPS". - 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.
- 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 2 to readjust the time.
- Although the clock is set before shipment from the factory, certain conditions such as room temperature may cause it to display an inaccurate time.
- If the clock is inaccurate, the cooking will not be completed at the time you set for the Timer.
- The clock cannot be changed during Cooking (Steaming), Regular Keep Warm, Extended Keep Warm, or Timer Cooking.
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 (steaming) starts, when Timer operation is finished, and when cooking (steaming) 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 (Steaming) has begun: | "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star'' | a beep |
Timer is set: | "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star'' | a beep |
Cooking (Steaming) has completed : | "Amaryllis" | beeps 5 times | no sound |
How to change the Sound Signal:
- You cannot change the Sound Signal during Cooking (Steaming), Regular Keep Warm, Extended Keep Warm, or Timer Cooking.
- If you find it difficult to change I select the Sound Signal, please start over from Step 1.
- Set the Inner Cooking Pan and plug in the Power Cord.
See step 4 under "BASIC COOKING STEPS". - 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.
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- 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/ MIXED.
- Please wash the Inner Cooking Pan, Inner Lid Set, Steam Vent Cap and accessories before initial use.
- Measure the rice with the provided Measuring Cup.
Overfill the Measuring Cup with rice, then level off.
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- Clean the rice and adjust the amount of water.
- Clean the rice.
See "TIPS FOR COOKING DELICIOUS RICE". - 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.
- 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.
- 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 firmly until you hear a clicking sound.
- Insert plugs.
- lnsert the Appliance Plug into the Main Body securely.
- Insert the Power Plug into an electrical outlet.
- Select the desired Menu setting by pressing the
button.
Each press of the button changes the position of
or
on the Display.
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- Press and hold the button to quickly cycle through the selections. It will stop when it reaches WHITE/ MIXED menu setting.
- Menu settings such as WHITE/ MIXED, BROWN, GABA BROWN and JASMINE will remain selected until you change the setting.
- Press the
button.
The melody (beep) sounds, and cooking begins. The START light turns on, and, upon reaching the steaming process, the Display shows the estimated time (in minutes) until cooking completes.
Ex. Display when cooking with the WHITE/ MIXED menu setting
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- Do not put the Steaming Basket in the Rice Cooker while cooking rice if not also steaming other foods.
- 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.
- 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 light turns off, the REGULAR 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.
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- 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
- Depending on cooking conditions, the bottom portion of the rice may become slightly
- Depending on the heat convection while cooking, the surface of the finished rice may look uneven.
- 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 CANCEL button.
Be careful that the contents do not boil over.
When adding water to the PORRIDGE Water Level, do not cook using menu settings other than PORRIDGE. Using any other menu setting may cause contents to boil over.
- The PORRIDGE menu setting selection will not be saved. When cooking porridge, 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 15 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 Rice | approx. 50 minutes - 60 minutes |
Mixed Rice | approx. 50 minutes - 60 minutes |
Quick Cooking | approx. 29 minutes - 40 minutes |
Sushi Rice | approx. 50 minutes - 60 minutes |
Porridge | approx. 55 minutes - 70 minutes |
Brown Rice | approx. 85 minutes - 110 minutes |
GABA Brown Rice | approx. 220 minutes - 240 minutes |
Jasmine Rice | approx. 50 minutes - 60 minutes |
- The above table is based on the testing conditions of 120 volts, a room temperature of 68°F (20°C), and water at a starting temperature of 64.4°F (18°C).
- 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:
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*1 Capacity is measured in the supplied rice measuring cup, using raw rice.
*2 Only use short/medium grain white rice when cooking White Rice, Mixed Rice, Sushi Rice, or Porridge or when performing Quick Cooking.
USING THE TIMER TO COOK RICE
USING THE TIMER
- This function sets the Rice Cooker to automatically finish cooking by a specific time. Once set, the timer settings are stored in
(Timer 1) or
(Timer 2). - The initial settings are 6:00 for "Timer 1", 18:00 for "Timer 2".
- Set the clock to the current time before setting the Timer function. If the clock is inaccurate, the cooking will not be completed at the time you set for the Timer.
- For pre-cooking preparations, see steps 1 through 4 under "BASIC COOKING STEPS".
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- Press the
button to select the desired Menu setting.
- The Timer function is not available for QUICK and STEAM menu settings.
- Do not use the Timer function for the MIXED menu setting.
- Press the
button to select
(Timer 1) or
(Timer 2).
The preset time for "Timer 1" and the START light will blink.
- Press the button again and the preset time for "Timer 2" will appear.
- 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.
- Press the
button.
The melody sounds and the Timer setting is complete.
The START light turns off, and the time you wish to finish cooking and the TIMER light turn on. - The START 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 CANCEL button.
Suggested Lengths for the Timer Setting
White Rice | 1 hour - 13 hours | Brown Rice | 1 hour 50 minutes - 13 hours |
Sushi Rice | 1 hour - 13 hours | GABA Brown Rice | 4 hours 15 minutes - 13 hours |
Porridge | 1 hour 10 minutes - 13 hours | Jasmine Rice | 1 hour 20 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, especially during summer, to prevent the soaked rice from spoiling due to the higher room temperature.
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 and the Rice Cooker will start cooking immediately.
- 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.
KEEPING RICE WARM
REGULAR KEEP WARM AND EXTENDED KEEP WARM
You can choose the Regular Keep Warm mode or Extended Keep Warm mode by pressing the KEEP WARM button while the KEEP WARM light is on.
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- The Extended Keep Warm mode is not available during the following (the Rice Cooker will beep and automatically start the Regular Keep Warm mode):
- PORRIDGE, BROWN and GABA BROWN 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 and the REGULAR KEEP WARM light turns on.
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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.
- Check to make sure the REGULAR KEEP WARM light is on.
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- Press the
button.
The EXTENDED KEEP WARM light will turn on.
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- 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 light will turn on.
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HOW TO KEEP RICE WARM AGAIN
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- When you want to keep rice warm after canceling the Keep Warm mode.
Press the
button.
The REGULAR KEEP WARM light turns on, and the time elapsed display returns to "0h". - It the temperature of the rice and the Inner Cooking Pan are low, do not keep warm again.
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.
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 lime elapsed will not be displayed.
REQUEST
- When keeping rice warm inside the Inner Cooking Pan, be sure to select the Keep Warm mode.
HOW TO USE THE STEAM FUNCTION
- Add water to the Inner Cooking Pan.
18 oz. / 540 ml (or 3 cups in the supplied Measuring Cup) - Place the Inner Cooking Pan into the Main Body and place the Steaming Basket.
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.
- Please make sure to place the Steaming Basket straight, or steam may escape from the gap.
- Place food in the Steaming Basket, and attach the Inner Lid Set and Steam Vent Cap. Close the Outer Lid, and plug in the Power Cord.
- Insert the Appliance Plug into the Main Body securely.
- Insert the Power Plug into an electrical outlet.
- Place foods in the Steaming Basket evenly. The Steaming Basket may slant if the food is heavy on one side.
- Select the STEAM menu setting by pressing the
button.
- When the STEAM menu setting is selected, the default cooking time will appear in the Display. The cooking time may be lengthened or shortened using the Time Setting
or
buttons. See "Estimated Cooking Time."
The cooking time includes the time it takes to boil the water. Default Cooking Time | Possible Cooking Time |
40 minutes | 1-60 minutes |
- Press the
button.
The START light turns on and the melody/beep to start steaming will sound. The Display shows the remaining time until steaming completion.
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- Press the Time Setting
or
button to check the current time during cooking.
- When the melody or beep to indicate cooking completion sounds, press the
button and remove the food from the Steaming Basket.
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- Remove the food from the Steaming Basket immediately after cooking completion, or the food may become wet or soggy.
- Be careful when opening the Outer Lid or removing the steamed dish or Steaming Basket, as the steam and the interior of the Main Body are very hot.
- Always press the CANCEL button when cooking completes. The Rice Cooker will beep every 30 minutes as a reminder to remove the food if the CANCEL button is not pressed.
- If the food needs more steaming, restart the process from Step 4 to steam a little longer.
- If there is smell of food left inside the Inner Cooking Pan, see "CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE: IF THERE IS AN ODOR" to remove the smell.
- The Steaming Basket may become stained from deeply colored ingredients (especially carrots and leaf-type vegetables). To prevent stains, place a parchment paper inside the Steaming Basket and place ingredients on top.
NOTE:
- Clean food scum from ingredients such as chicken or fish after cooking.
- Place steamed vegetables in ice water immediately after cooking and drain them off to preserve their bright color.
Estimated Cooking Time:
Please make sure the height of the food does not exceed 1- ½" / 3.5 cm, as it may hit the Inner Lid Set and cause breakdown or malfunction.
Ingredients Amount | Estimated Cooking Time | Tips for Steaming |
Carrot 1, approx. 7 oz. / 200 g | 20 min. | Cut into bite-size pieces |
Broccoli ½, approx. 7 oz. / 200 g | 15 min. | Cut into bite-size pieces |
Spinach Approx. 3- ½ oz. / 100 g | 15 min. | Cut into bite-size pieces |
Pumpkin ¼, approx. 9 oz. I 250 g | 20 min. | Cut into bite-size pieces |
Potato 3, approx. 16 oz. / 450 g | 40 min. | Cut into bite-size pieces |
Sweet potato 1, approx. 10-½ oz. / 300 g | 35 min. | Cut into bite-size pieces |
Corn 1, approx. 7 oz. / 200 g | 30 min. | Cut into bite-size pieces |
Chicken 1 fillet, approx. 10-½ oz. / 300 g | 30 min. | Make cuts on the bottom side (that comes into contact with the Steaming Basket) |
Fish (white fish, salmon, etc.) Cut into fillets, approx. 5 oz. / 150 g | 25 min. | Slice into less than 1 inch / 2 cm thickness and wrap in aluminum foil |
Prawn 15, approx. 5 oz. / 150 g | 20 min. | Steam without removing shells |
Scallop Approx. 5 oz. / 150 g | 20 min. | Remove from shell (It is recommended to line the Steaming Basket with Chinese cabbage or cabbage to prevent the scallop from sticking) |
Refrigerated meat dumpling, pot sticker 0iaozi), meat dumpling (xiaolongbao) Approx. 7 oz. / 200 g | 15 min. | Leave appropriate space between foods |
Frozen meat dumpling, pot sticker 0iaozi), meat dumpling (xiaolongbao) Approx. 7 oz. I 200 g | 20 min. | Leave appropriate space between foods |
NOTE:
Do not cook the following types of foods in the Rice Cooker:
- Thick foods such as curry and stews.
- Foods that may bubble over such as those using baking soda.
- Foods that expand after cooking such as processed seafood products and beans.
- Foods with large amounts of oil.
- Foods packaged in plastic bags.
When cooking...
- Do not use paper towels or other lids to cover the food.
- Remove any foreign objects on the outside of the Inner Cooking Pan, Heating Plate or Center Sensor.
- When using aluminum foil or parchment paper, do not completely cover the holes on the Steaming Basket, or allow it to extend outside the Steaming Basket. Doing so may cause breakdown, boiling over, or steam may leak.
- Steaming time will vary based on the room or water temperature, voltage or water measurement, size, amount and temperature of the food or other factors.
- If the food is undercooked, repeat the steam process to cook further by following steps 4 through 6
- When steaming consecutively, check to make sure there is enough water in the Inner Cooking Pan, and add water accordingly to prevent boil-dry.
- Steaming fish and meat for an extended time makes it tough. If it is not cooking through, slice them thinly before steaming. Adding herbs, garlic or flavoring with salt and pepper may reduce odor.
When cooking other foods together with rice...
- Cook the rice using the WHITE/ MIXED menu setting.
- Do not cook more than 1 cup of rice (The Outer Lid may open during cooking, preventing the rice from cooking properly and the other ingredients from steaming properly.)
- Level the surface of the rice before cooking. Failure to do so may cause the cooked rice to touch the Steaming Basket.
- Ingredients that require a comparatively long steaming time, such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, pumpkin, and fish (wrapped in aluminum foil) can be cooked together. If they do not cook through properly, reduce the amount of ingredients or cut them into small pieces.
- Ingredients that require a comparatively short steaming time, such as spinach, will not steam properly.
- Do not add ingredients while the rice is cooking.
- The rice may burn more easily or take on the color of the other ingredients.
After cooking...
- Be careful when opening the Outer Lid or removing the steamed dish or Steaming Basket, as the steam and the interior of the Main Body are very hot and can cause burns.
- Oil and scum may soil the Inner Lid Set and the inside of the Outer Lid, especially when steaming meats. Always wash the Inner Lid Set, Inner Cooking Pan and Steaming Basket after each use, and wipe the Outer Lid Gasket and the Inside of the Outer Lid after each use to prevent odors or spoiling.
- Hot condensation may fall from the Inner Lid Set when the Outer Lid is opened and cause burns. Please exercise caution.
RECIPES
HAND-ROLLED SUSHI
Menu Setting: SUSHI
Ingredients (4-5 servings)
3 cups Rice
Mixed vinegar
4 Tbsp. Rice vinegar 1 Tbsp. Sugar 1-½ 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
- Clean rice well and fill the Inner Cooking Pan with water to water level 3 for SUSHI.
- Press the MENU button, select SUSHI and press the START button to start cooking.
- When the Rice Cooker switches to the Keep Warm mode, place the rice into a wooden container (wiped with a clean wet cloth). Pour the mixed vinegar 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 a green leaf to wrap your hand-rolled sushi.
MIXED RICE
Menu Setting: WHITE/MIXED
Ingredients (4-5 servings)
3 cups Rice 2 oz. (50 g.) Chicken thigh
½ slice Age (fried tofu)
1 oz. (30 g.) Carrots
1 oz. (30 g.) Konnyaku
1 oz. (30 g.) Gobo
2-3 Dried Shiitake mushrooms (soaked in water to constitute)
- 1-½ Tbsp. Light soy sauce
1-½ Tbsp. Mirin (sweet sake)
½tsp. Salt ½ tsp. Dashinomoto
Soup taken from soaking dried
Shiitake to taste
Stone parsley to taste
How to cook
- Slice chicken thigh into ½ inch (1 cm) cubes. Place Age in a strainer and pour hot water over it; gently squeeze to drain excess oil, then slice into small strips. Soak chicken thigh and Age in soup stock A for 5 minutes (do not discard this soup stock).
- Slice carrots and Konnyaku into small strips, soak Konnyaku in hot water and drain. Shred Gobo, soak in water until soft, then drain. Cut Shiitake into small strips.
- Add the soup stock from Step 1 to the water used to soak the dried Shiitake, and mix them well.
- Clean rice and add the mixture from Step 3. Fill the Inner Cooking Pan with water to water level 3 for WHITE/ MIXED, and mix well from the bottom of the pan.
- Place the ingredients from Steps 1 and 2 on top of the rice from Step 4 and spread evenly across the top. Do not mix the ingredients with the rice. Changing the amounts of rice and ingredients may cause imperfect cooking.
- Press the MENU button, select WHITE/ MIXED and press the START button to start cooking.
- When the Rice Cooker switches to the Keep Warm mode, mix the rice to loosen it.
- Serve rice in a bowl and sprinkle stone parsley on top.
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)
AVOCADO & TUNA BOWL
Menu Setting: WHITE/MIXED
Ingredients (4-5 servings)
3 cups Rice
1 lb. (450 g) Raw tuna (sashimi grade)
2 Avocado
- 4 Tbsp. Soy sauce
1 tsp. Wasabi, grated
Grated Wasabito taste
Soy sauce to taste
How to cook
- Clean rice well and fill the Inner Cooking Pan with water to water level 3 for WHITE / MIXED.
- Press the MENU button, select WHITE/ MIXED and press the START button to start cooking.
- Slice the avocado in ¼ inch thickness and the raw tuna in ½ inch thickness, marinate in A.
- When the Rice Cooker switches to the Keep Warm mode, place the rice in a bowl and top with the marinated tuna and avocado.
- Serve with additional Wasabi and soy sauce to taste.
MIXED BROWN RICE
Menu setting: BROWN
Ingredients (4-5 servings)
3 cups Brown rice
3 oz. (80 g) Chicken thigh
1 slice Age (fried tofu)
1 oz. (30 g) each Carrots, Konnyaku and Gobo
- 3 Tbsp. Light soy sauce
½ Tbsp. Mirin (sweet sake)
How to cook
- Slice chicken thigh into ½ inch (1 cm) cubes. Place Age in a strainer and pour hot water over it; gently squeeze to drain excess oil, then slice into small strips.
- Slice carrots and Konnyaku into small strips, soak Konnyaku in hot water and drain. Shred Gobo, soak in water until soft, then drain.
- Clean rice and put A in the Inner Cooking Pan, add water to water level 3 for BROWN, and mix well from the bottom of the pan. 4 Place ingredients from Steps 1 and 2 on top of rice from Step
- Do not mix the ingredients with the rice. Changing the amounts of rice and ingredients may cause imperfect cooking .
- Press the MENU button, select BROWN and press the START button to start cooking.
- When the Rice Cooker switches to the Keep Warm mode, mix the rice to loosen it.
- Clean brown rice lightly to remove husks.
- When cooking rice with additional ingredients, limit the amount of rice to 1-4 cups.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
- Clean the Rice Cooker thoroughly after every use.
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- 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.
- It 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.)
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INNER COOKING PAN/SPATULA/STEAMING BASKET
Wash using a neutral kitchen detergent and a soft sponge.
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- Do not use polishing powder, metal or nylon scrubbing brushes.
- Handle gently. Do not strike it or rub it too hard.
MEASURING CUP/ SPATULA HOLDER
Wash using a soft sponge.
To wash thoroughly, use a neutral kitchen detergent.
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IF THERE IS AN ODOR
- Fill the Inner Cooking Pan with water up to water level 1 for WHITE/ MIXED.
- Do not put anything else, such as kitchen detergent, in the Inner Cooking Pan.
- Close the Outer Lid and press the
button to select the QUICK menu setting. - Press the
button. - When the melody (beep) sounds and switches to Keep Warm mode, press the
button. - 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
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HOW TO DETACH AND ATTACH THE INNER LID SET
How to detach the Inner Lid Set: Hold the Outer Lid with one hand and pull the Inner Lid Knob toward you with the other hand.
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How to attach the Inner Lid Set: Affix the hollow part of the Inner Lid Set (opposite side of the Inner Lid Knob) to the Inner Lid Set Mounting Axis to attach the Inner Lid Set.
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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 | C194-6B |
Inner Cooking Pan | B480-6B |
Spatula | SHAKN-6B |
Spatula Holder | 616864-00 |
Measuring Cup | 615784-00 |
Steaming Basket | BU195031L-00 |
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
- Please check the following points before calling for service.
Problems | Cause (Points to check) |
COOKING RICE | Rice cooks too hard or too soft | - Increase or reduce water by 1-2 mm from the Water Level Line according to your preference.
- If the Rice Cooker is positioned on an uneven or tilted surface, the texture of the cooked rice may be too hard or too soft as the amount of water becomes inconsistent.
- The texture of rice varies depending on the brand of the rice, where it was harvested, and how long it was stored (new crop or old crop).
- The texture of rice varies depending on the room and water temperatures.
- Using the Timer may result in softer rice.
- If you cook rice using the QUICK menu setting, the rice may turn out sticky or hard.
Try using the WHITE/ MIXED menu setting. - Make sure the Inner Cooking Pan has not deformed.
- Rice may not have been cleaned sufficiently, allowing too much bran to be left on the rice grain.
- Did you loosen the rice after cooking was completed?
Loosen the rice immediately after cooking is completed. - Is there moisture or foreign matter on the outer surface of the Inner Cooking Pan, the inside of the Main Body, the Inner Lid Set, or the Steam Vent Cap?
Wipe them off. - JASMINE may be slightly harder than normal.
To make it softer, fill the water slightly higher than the marked line on the Inner Cooking Pan (within 1/2 of scale) and cook. However, please note that adding too much water may cause it to boil over. |
Rice is scorched | - Foreign matter such as rice may be stuck to the outside of the Inner Cooking Pan, the inside of the Main Body, on the Center Sensor or the Heating Plate.
- It you soak the rice for a long time or cook rice using the Timer, the bran may collect at the bottom, and the rice will be more easily scorched.
- Rice may not have been cleaned sufficiently, allowing too much bran to be left on the rice grain.
- Make sure the Inner Cooking Pan has not deformed.
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The surface of the cooked rice is uneven | - Depending on the heat convection while cooking, the surface of the cooked rice may look uneven.
- Make sure the Inner Lid Set has not deformed.
- Make sure the Inner Cooking Pan has not deformed.
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Boils over while cooking | - Did you use the wrong Menu setting or amount of water?
When cooking using the Porridge Menu, the contents are particularly likely to boil over, so be sure not to use the wrong amount of water. See "Be careful that the contents do not boil over.". - Make sure the Steam Vent Cap is attached.
- Rice may not have been cleaned sufficiently, allowing too much bran to be left on the rice grain.
- Make sure the Inner Cooking Pan has not deformed.
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Unable to start cooking or the buttons do not respond: | - Did you plug the Power Plug into the electrical outlet?
- Is the Appliance Plug disconnected from the Plug Receptacle?
- Does the Display show "E01" or "E02"?
- Is the KEEP WARM light on?
Press the CANCEL button and press the START button. |
Steam comes out from the gap between the Outer Lid and the Main Body: | - Please check that the Inner Lid Set has not been dropped or deformed, and that the Outer Lid Gasket is not torn.
- Has the Outer Lid Gasket become soiled?
Clean the Outer Lid Gasket. - Make sure the Inner Cooking Pan has not deformed.
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COOKING RICE/ KEEP WARM | A noise is heard during Cooking / Keep Warm | - The microprocessor (MICOM) makes a sound while adjusting the heat power of the Rice Cooker. This does not indicate a problem.
- There is a spark-like noise when there is water left on the outside of the Inner Cooking Pan.
Always take precautions to wipe the outer surface of the Inner Cooking Pan and the inside of the Main Body clean, especially of moisture and foreign matters, before placing the Inner Cooking Pan into the Main Body. |
KEEP WARM | During Keep Warm, rice has an odor, or rice becomes watery: | - Was the rice kept warm with the spatula left in the Inner Cooking Pan?
- Was cold rice reheated?
- Did you loosen the rice after cooking was completed?
Loosen the rice immediately after cooking is completed. - Rice may not have been cleaned sufficiently and too much bran may be left.
- Some odor may remain after cooking mixed rice, etc.
Clean the Inner Cooking Pan thoroughly and perform "IF THERE IS AN ODOR". - The Keep Warm mode may not have been used for keeping rice warm.
Leaving rice in the Inner Cooking Pan without using the Keep Warm mode may cause unwanted odor. - Did you clean the Rice Cooker thoroughly after every use?
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. |
During Keep Warm, rice becomes yellow or dry: | - Are you keeping warm a small amount of rice in the Inner Cooking Pan?
- Was the Keep Warm mode used for more than 12 hours?
- The type of rice and water used may make the rice appear yellow.
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The Display does not show the elapsed Keep Warm time: | - Does the Display show the current time?
Press the buttons for Time Setting to change the display. See "NOTE". |
Extended Keep Warm is not accepted | - Did you select a Menu setting for which the Extended Keep Warm mode is not available?
- Was the Keep Warm mode used for more than 12 hours?
If the Keep Warm mode is used for more than 12 hours, the Extended Keep Warm mode will not be accepted. - Is the rice in the Inner Cooking Pan cold?
If the temperature of the Inner Cooking Pan is low, the Extended Keep Warm mode will not be accepted. |
The Rice Cooker starts cooking immediately after the Timer is set: | - Is the current time set correctly?
The clock is displayed in 24 hours (military time). Please check and set it again. - If the Timer is set at a shorter time than suggested, it will begin cooking immediately.
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TIMER COOKING | The rice is not ready at the set time | - Is the current time set correctly?
The clock is displayed in 24 hours (military time). Please check and set it again. - 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.
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The Timer cannot be set | - Did you press the START button after setting the time?
The START button must be pressed to complete setting the Timer. - Is
blinking on the Display? Unless the current time is set, the Timer function will not be accepted. - Have you selected a Menu setting that doesn't work with the Timer function?
The Timer function is not available for the QUICK and STEAM menu settings. |
STEAM COOKING | Food does not steam | - Is there sufficient water for steaming?
- Are there too many ingredients?
Reduce the amount of ingredients, or increase cooking time. - Are the ingredients too large?
Cut ingredients into smaller sizes, or increase cooking time. "Estimated Cooking Time" |
Steamed food is hard | - Vegetables: Steaming time is too short. Add more water and continue steaming.
- Fish and meat: Steaming time is too long. Reduce the steaming time.
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Steamed food is cold | - Has too much time elapsed since cooking was completed?
Do not leave on Keep Warm. Take out the ingredients immediately after cooking. |
OTHER | The Outer Lid cannot be opened | - It you press the edge of the Open Button, the Outer Lid may be difficult to open. Be sure to press the center of the Open Button.
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The Outer Lid won't close: | - Is the Inner Lid Set attached correctly?
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The Outer Lid opens during cooking: | - Did you close the Outer Lid completely?
Be sure to close the Outer Lid until you hear a clicking sound. |
You mistakenly put the rice and water directly into the Main Body: | - Putting rice and water directly into the Main Body may cause a malfunction. Contact the store where you purchased the Rice Cooker or Zojirushi Customer Service.
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There's a resinous odor, such as that of plastic: | - When you use this Rice Cooker for the first time, there will be a resinous smell, such as that of plastic, but the odor will lessen as you use the Rice Cooker. If you are concerned about the odor, please see "IF THERE IS AN ODOR".
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When power failure occurs: | - It too many appliances are used simultaneously, overload may occur and the breaker will cut off the electricity.
If another appliance is plugged in the same outlet as the Rice Cooker, unplug it before resetting the breaker. If the electric supply recovers within 10 minutes, the Rice Cooker will resume cooking automatically. |
There is rust colored residue on the inside of the Outer Lid or the Inner Lid Set: | - If rice residue is stuck on the Outer Lid or the Inner Lid Set and has discolored, clean it.
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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 CANCEL button and open the Outer Lid for more than 15 minutes and allow the interior to cool down. (Be careful not to burn yourself.) To cool faster, see "REMARKS." |
Blank Display: 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). |
Odd Display: | - Unplug the Power Cord and plug it in again.
(If the Display shows a blinking , please reset the time.) |
SPECIFICATIONS
Model No. | NS-WTC10 |
Cooking Capacity of Each Menu Setting*1 (approx. L) [cups] | WHITE (short/medium grain white rice) | 0.18-1.0 [1-5.5] |
MIXED (short/medium grain white rice) | 0.18-0.72 [1-4] |
QUICK (short/medium grain white rice) | 0.18-1.0 [1-5.5] |
SUSHI (short/medium grain white rice) | 0.18-1.0 [1-5.5] |
PORRIDGE (short/medium grain white rice) | 0.09-0.27 [0.5-1.5] |
BROWN (short/medium grain brown rice) | 0.18-0.72 [1-4] |
GABA BROWN (short/medium grain brown rice) | 0.18-Q.72 [1-4] |
JASMINE (jasmine white rice) | 0.18-1.0 [1-5.5] |
Height Limit for Steamed Foods | 1-½ inch/ 3.5 cm |
Rating | AC 120 V 60 Hz |
Electric Consumption | 610W |
Average Power Consumption during Keep Warm | 29.5W |
Rice Cooking System | Direct Heating |
Power Cord Length | 3'7"(1.1 m) |
External Dimensions | <approx. inch> | 10 (W) x 13-1/a (D) x 8-5/a (H) (16-1/a * 2 ) |
<approx. cm> | 25 (W) x 33.5 (D) x 21.5 (H) (41 * 2 ) |
Weight | approx. 7 lbs. (approx. 2.9 kg) |
- The average power consumption during Keep Warm is calculated with the Rice Cooker at maximum capacity and at a room temperature of 68°F (20°C).
- 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:
- Read all instructions thoroughly.
- 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.
- 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.
- Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.
- 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.
- 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.
- The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may be hazardous or may cause malfunction.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces and do not let the cord hang over the edge of tables or counters.
- Do not place the appliance on or near a heated surface such as a gas or electric stove, or in a heated oven.
- Always use extreme caution when moving appliances containing hot contents or liquids.
- Plug the cord into a household electrical outlet. To disconnect, press the cancel button, then remove plug from wall outlet.
- Do not use the appliance for other than intended or specified purposes.
- To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only the supplied inner cooking pan.
- The plug to the appliance should be attached first before plugging the cord into a wall outlet.
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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