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Rice Cooker
and Food Steamer
Instruction Manual
Model ARC-956
Olla Arrocera y Vaporera para
Alimentos electrónicamente
Manual De Instrucciones y
Recetario De Cocina
Modelo: ARC-956
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Rice Cooker & Food Steamer. It will surely become one of the most useful and versatile appliances in your modern kitchen. Aroma’s Rice Cooker can automatically control heating power with the capability of multiple functions, such as cooking rice, quick cook, making porridge and soup, heating cold rice and cooking small portions of rice. This rice cooker is easy to operate and will yield perfect results during every use. Please read the
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances, including the following: Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances, including the following: 1. Important: Read all instructions carefully before first use. 2. Make sure the appliance is unplugged when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. 3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or the app
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SHORT CORD INSTRUCTION 1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. 2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. 3. If a longer extension cord is used: a. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. b. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION 1. Release Button 1 2. Cover 3. Base 4. Water Case 2 5. Outer Body 6. Control Panel 4 (see page 4) 5 6 3 Rice Power Rated Cooking Model Quantity LxWxH (mm) Supply Power(W) Mode (Cup) Direct ARC-956 110V-60Hz 500 1-1.5 256x235x245 Heating Rice Paddle Soup Ladle Spoon Shelf Accessories Measuring Cup Steamer 3 IDENTIFICACIÓN DE LAS REFACCIONES 1. Botón para Abrir 1 2. Tapa 3. Base 4. Colector de 2 Condensación 5. Caja Exterior 4 6. Panel de Control (Página 4) 5 6 3 Paleta pa
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CONTROL PANEL & OPERATION “Reduce Timing” Key “Increase Time” Key “White Rice” “1 Hour Porridge/Soup” Indicator Light Indicator Light “Brown Rice” “2 Hour Slow Cook” Indicator Light Indicator Light “Sushi Rice” “Steam/Cook” Indicator Light Indicator Light Time Display “Start” Key “Warm/Off” Key “Menu” Key “Delay Timer” Key Menu Key: • Press the “Function Selection” keys to select one of the six functions: Steam/Cook White Rice 2 Hour Brown Rice Slow Cook 1Hour Sushi Rice Porridge/Soup Warm/Off
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HOW TO USE Before First Use: 1. Read all instructions and important safeguards. 2. Remove all packaging materials and make sure items are received in good condition. 3. Tear up all plastic bags, as they can pose a risk to children. 4. Wash accessories in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 5. Remove inner 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 scou
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HOW TO USE & HELPFUL TIPS To Keep Warm: 1. To reheat cooked rice, add rice to the inner pot, plug in power cord, and select the “Warm/Off” function. 2. To keep rice warm after cooking, allow rice to sit in the rice cooker after process is complete and the rice cooker will automatically switch to “Warm/Off” function. Water Holder: 1. Pull water holder toward you until you hear a click. 2. Slowly remove water holder by pulling upward. 3. Empty and wash water holder, then dry thoroughly. 4. Replace
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COOKING GUIDE Rice/Water Measurement Chart: UNCOOKED WATER WITH WATERLINE APPROX COOKED RICE MEASURING CUP INSIDE POT RICE YIELD 1 Cup 1-1/2 Cups Line 1 2 Cups 2 Cups 2-1/2 Cups Line 2 4 Cups 3 Cups 3-1/2 Cups Line 3 6 Cups 4 Cups 4-1/2 Cups Line 4 8 Cups 5 Cups 5-1/2 Cups Line 5 10 Cups 6 Cups 6-1/2 Cups Line 6 12 Cups NOTE: • When cooking brown or wild rice, add an additional 3/4 cup water. • The measuring cup included is not an exact cup. Chart refers to cups of rice/water based on the measu
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COOKING GUIDE Steaming Chart: VEGETABLE AMOUNT OF WATER STEAMING TIME Asparagus 1/2 Cup 15 Miinutes Broccoli 1/4 Cup 13 Minutes Cabbage 1 Cup 23 Miinutes Carrots 1 Cup 23 Miinutes Cauliflower 1 Cup 23 Miinutes Corn 1 Cup 23 Miinutes Eggplant 1-1/4 Cup 30 Miinutes Green Beans 1 Cup 23 Miinutes Peas 1/2 Cup 15 Miinutes Spinach 1/2 Cup 15 Miinutes Squash 1/2 Cup 15 Miinutes Zucchini 1/2 Cup 15 Miinutes HELPFUL HINTS: 1. Since most vegetables only absorb a small amount of water, there is no need to
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STEAM VALVE The steam valve should be washed frequently To Disassemble Steam Valve: 1. Rotate the steam valve back and forth while pulling up (Fig. 1). 2. If first method is difficult, gently push the steam valve from underneath (Fig. 2). 3. To open, rotate clockwise, following the arrowhead, and pull forward (Fig. 3). Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 To Install Steam Valve: 1. Twist cap back on by matching up the triangle marks on the cover of the steam valve (Fig. 4). 2. Rotate it until you hear a click.
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HOW TO CLEAN Always unplug unit and allow to completely cool before cleaning. 1. Remove the inner cooking pot. Wash it in warm, soapy water using a sponge or dishcloth. 2. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 3. Repeat process with steam rack, and other provided accessories. 4. Wipe the body of the rice cooker clean with a damp cloth. • Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners. • This appliance is NOT dishwasher safe. Inner pot is NOT dishwasher safe. 10 CÓMO LIMPIAR EL APARATO Desconecte siempre la unidad y d
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ABOUT RICE Rice is a valuable source of lowfat, complex carbohydrates and is abundant in thiamin, niacin and iron. It is an essential ingredient for a healthy diet. There are many different varieties of rice available in the market. Your Aroma Rice Cooker can cook any type, perfectly, every time. Below are the commonly available varieties of rice and their characteristics: Long Grain Rice: Typically, this rice is not starchy and has loose, individual grains after cooking. The “California” ri
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Indicator light is • Power supply is not connected 1. Inspect the switch, plug and not bright and/or socket to ensure that they are to circuit. electric tray is not all properly connected and on. • Power wiring board is damaged. warm. • Circuit connection broke down. 2. Send to designated service Electric tray is hot. • Master circuit board is technician. damaged. Indicator light is • Temperature controller has Send to designated service malf
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LIMITED WARRANTY Aroma Housewares Company warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from provable date of purchase in continental United States. Within this warranty period, Aroma Housewares Company will repair or replace, at its option, defective parts at no charge, provided the product is returned, freight prepaid with proof of purchase and U.S. $6.00 for shipping and handling charges payable to Aroma Housewares Company. Before returning an item, please
