Before First Use; Troubleshooting - Aroma Forte ARC-2000SB Instruction Manual

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Read all instructions and important safeguards.
2. Remove all packaging materials and check that all items have been received in good condition.
3. Tear up all plastic bags as they can pose a risk to children.
4. Wash steam vent and all other accessories in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
5. Remove the inner cooking pot from rice cooker and clean with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly before returning to cooker.
6. Wipe body clean with a damp cloth.
•• Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
•• Do not immerse the rice cooker base, cord or plug in water at any time.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

Because rice varieties may vary in their make-up, results may differ. Below are some troubleshooting tips to help you achieve the
desired consistency.
If your rice is dry or hard/chewy when the rice cooker switches to “"Keep-Warm”" mode, additional water and cooking
time will soften the rice. Depending on how dry your rice is, add ½ to 1 cup of water and stir through. Close the lid
Rice is too dry/hard after cooking.
and press the QUICK RICE button. When rice cooker switches to “"Keep-Warm”" mode, open the lid and stir the rice
to check the consistency. Repeat as necessary until rice is soft and moist.
If your rice is still too moist or soggy when the rice cooker switches to “"Keep-Warm”" mode, use the serving spatula
to stir the rice. This will redistribute the bottom (moistest) part of the rice as well as release excess moisture. Close
Rice is too moist/soggy after cooking.
the lid and allow to remain on “"Keep-Warm”" mode for 10-30 minutes as needed, opening the lid and stirring
periodically to release excess moisture.
The bottom layer of cooked rice may become slightly browned and/or caramelized during cooking. To reduce
The bottom layer of rice is browned/
browning, rice should be rinsed before cooking to remove any excess starch. Stirring rice once it switches to
caramelized.
“"Keep-Warm”" will also help to reduce browning/caramelizing.
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