0-Cup Electric Rice Cooker & Food Steamer Instruction Manual & Cooking Guide Model: ARC-860
Congratulations on your purchase of the Electronic Rice Cooker & Food Steamer. It will surely become one of the most practical appliances in your kitchen. Please read all instructions before first use. Published By: Aroma Housewares Co. 6469 Flanders Drive San Diego, CA 92121 U.S.A. 1-800-276-6286 www.aromaco.com © 2004 Aroma Housewares Company All rights reserved.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:". 1. Important: Read all instructions carefully before first use. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs 3. Use only on a level, dry, and heat-resistant surface. 4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or the appliance in water or any other liquid. 5. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children. 6.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS 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.
ABOUT RICE Rice is a valuable source of low fat, 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. Following 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.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION 9 10 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Handle Condensation collector Lid-open button Spatula holder Control panel Cooking mode indicator light 12 11 7. Warming mode indicator light 8. One-touch cook button 9. Removable, inner cooking pot 10. Steam Tray 11. Measuring cup 12.
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. Ø Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
HOW TO CLEAN Always unplug unit and allow to cool completely 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 tray, and other provided accessories. 4. Wipe the body of the rice cooker clean with a damp cloth. To Clean Condensation Collector: Condensation collector should be cleaned after every use. 1. Remove collector by lifting gently upwards from the lid of the rice cooker. 2.
COOKING GUIDES Rice/Water Measurement Chart: UNCOOKED RICE 1 Cup 2 Cups 3 Cups 4 Cups 5 Cups 6 Cups 7 Cups 8 Cups 9 Cups 10 Cups 14 Cups WATER WITH MEASURING CUP 1-1/2 Cups 2-1/2 Cups 3-1/2 Cups 4-1/2 Cups 5-1/2 Cups 6-1/2 Cups 7-1/2 Cups 8-1/2 Cups 9-1/2 Cups 10-1/2 Cups 14-1/2 Cups INNER POT WATER LINE Line 1 LIne 2 LIne 3 Line 4 Line 5 Line 6 Line 7 Line 8 Line 9 Line 10 Line 14 APPROX COOKED RICE YIELD 2 Cups 4 Cups 6 Cups 8 Cups 10 Cups 12 Cups 14 Cups 16 Cups 18 Cups 20 Cups 28 Cups NOTE • When co
COOKING GUIDES Steaming Chart: VEGETABLE Asparagus Broccoli Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower Corn Eggplant Green Beans Peas Spinach Squash Zucchini AMOUNT OF WATER 1/2 Cup 1/4 Cup 1 Cup 1 Cup 1 Cup 1 Cup 1-1/4 Cup 1 Cup 1/2 Cup 1/2 Cup 1/2 Cup 1/2 Cup HELPFUL HINTS: STEAMING TIME 10 Minutes 5 Minutes 15 Minutes 15 Minutes 15 Minutes 15 Minutes 20 Minutes 15 Minutes 10 Minutes 10 Minutes 10 Minutes 10 Minutes 1.
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. $8.00 for shipping and handling charges payable to Aroma Housewares Company.
