Cuisinart
®
Super Grains & Rice Multicooker
FRC-1000XA
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
Recipe Booklet on reverse side
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance,
especially when children are present,
basic safety precautions should always
be taken, including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces; use
handles or knobs.
3. To protect against risk of electric
shock, do not immerse the Super
Grains & Rice Multicooker housing,
cord or plug in water or any other
liquids. If housing falls into liquids,
unplug the cord from outlet
immediately. DO NOT reach into the
liquid.
4. To avoid possible accidental injury,
close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used by or near
children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug, or after the
appliance has malfunctioned or has
been dropped or damaged in any way
or is not operating properly.
7. The use of attachments not
recommended by Cuisinart may cause
fire, electric shock, or risk of injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not use the Super Grains & Rice
Multicooker for anything other than
its intended use.
10. To avoid the possibility of the Super
Grains & Rice Multicooker being
accidentally pulled off work area,
which could result in damage to it or
in personal injury, do not let cord hang
over edge of table or counter.
11. To avoid damage to cord and possible
fire or electrocution hazard, do not let
cord contact hot surfaces, including
a stove.
12. Extreme caution must be used when
moving any appliance containing hot
oil or other hot liquids.
13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or
electric burner, or in a heated oven.
14. Do not operate the Super Grains &
Rice Multicooker in water or under
running water.
15. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
cook only in removable container.
Do not immerse the container in water.
16. Always attach plug to appliance first,
then plug cord to the wall outlet. To
disconnect, press Start/Stop to stop
cooking cycle, then remove plug from
wall outlet.
17. Intended for countertop use only.
18. WARNING: Spilled food can cause
serious burns. Keep appliance and
cord away from children. Never drape
cord over edge of counter, never use
outlet below counter, and never use
with an extension cord.
19. 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.
20. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
21. The appliances are not intended to
be operated by means of an external
timer or separate remote-control
system.
22. This appliance is intended to be
used in household and similar
applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices
and others working environments;
- farm houses;
- by clients in hotels, motels and
other residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments.
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SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD
USE ONLY
SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is used to reduce
the risk resulting from it being grabbed by
children, becoming entangled in, or tripping
over a longer cord.
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards ...............2
Introduction .......................3
Assembly Instructions ...............3
Features & Benefits .................4
Getting to Know Your Control Panel ....5
Operation .........................6
Cleaning, Care & Maintenance ........8
Tips & Hints .......................9
Cooking Charts ...................11
Guide for Steaming ................14
Troubleshooting ...................15
INTRODUCTION
The Cuisinart
®
Super Grains & Rice
Multicooker benefits from the use of Fuzzy
Logic, a technology that senses moisture
levels to accurately cook food. All Super
Grains & Rice programs are automatic.
Cooking time and temperature are defined
by the appliance. Whether you are cooking
rice, quinoa, oatmeal or risotto, our highly
intelligent Super Grains & Rice Multicooker
automatically adjusts the heat and timing for
perfect results every time. It’s easy to use,
has an extra-large capacity and is beautiful
to look at. Now that’s a smart way to cook!
Additionally, no time is displayed on the
control panel for automatic presets a
series of - - - - will appear on the display
panel to let you know cooking has begun.
In the last 10 minutes of cooking, a
countdown will appear for most preset
functions.
NOTE: Do not open lid during cooking as
steam will escape and will affect cooking
time and taste
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. After unpacking your Cuisinart
®
Super
Grains & Rice Multicooker, wash the
nonstick cooking pot, steaming tray, rice
paddle, inner lid, steam release vent and
measuring cup in warm, soapy water.
Rinse well and dry thoroughly.
2. Wipe all interior and exterior surfaces of
the unit with a soft, damp cloth.
3. Place the cooking pot in the base of the
unit.
4. Place the steaming tray (open side up),
if using, in the cooking pot.
5. Close the lid.
6. Insert the removable cord into the back
of the unit. Plug into power.
7. Your Super Grains & Rice Multicooker is
now ready for use.
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FEATURES & BENEFITS
1. Locking Lid with Removable Inner Lid
2. Handles
Stay cool during use
3. Steam Release Vent
Removes for easy cleaning. Always re
lock before reuse of appliance
4. Steaming Tray
Allows you to steam a variety of foods
5. Nonstick Cooking Pot
For easy cleaning
6. Rice Cooker Measuring Cup
Designed specifically for your
Cuisinart
®
Super Grains & Rice
Multicooker. 1 rice cooker cup = ¾
standard dry measure
7. Rice Paddle
8. Integrated Reference Guide
Behind unit
9. Lid Release Button (not shown)
10. Power Cord (not shown)
Detaches for storage
11. Control Panel
See detail on the next page
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1. Sauté
30 minutes of time to sauté ingredients
alone, or before using a preset function.
One preset temperature only.
2. Soak
Soak rice, grains, or beans in unit,
timed, for up to 24 hours.
3. Selector Knob
Use to select and confirm preset
functions on control panel
4. Keep Warm
Keep newly prepared food warm for up
to six hours (unit will automatically keep
warm for up to three hours after some
preset functions)
5. Start/Stop
Use to start or stop cooking
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CONTROL PANEL *****
Detailed programming instructions begin on the following page.
LCD display planel -
displays cooking functions and countdown
timer. Use the selector dial to choose
functions.
Fuzzy Logic sensor and
Countdown timer -
this cooker uses fuzzy logic technology on
presets RICE, GRAINS and RISSOTO. This
automatically senses the moisture content
and adjusts cooking temperature and time.
Whilst the cooker is automatically sensing
and adjusting temperatures it will display a
series of moving dash lines
.
When the cooker has sensed it is 10 mins
before final cooking time a countdown
timer will appear.
Other functions you can adjust the timing
directly and it will display on the screen
once you press START.
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OPERATION
REMINDER
Your Super Grains & Rice Multicooker
comes with a 3/4 cup measuring cup. Most
recipes in this Instruction & Recipe Booklet
are written with the rice/grain measured
with the cooker measuring cup. The liquid
is measured with a standard liquid
measuring cup 250ml.
Most grains and rice can be cooked to the
maximum amount of the Super Grains &
Rice Multicooker (10 rice cooker cups). See
cooking charts starting on page 11 for
more information.
COOKING RICE OR GRAINS
1. Fill cooking pot with desired
ingredients (see page 9 for tips
and hints on cooking guidelines).
2. Close lid.
3. Using the Selector Knob, scroll to Rice
or Grains.
4. Press the center of the Selector Knob
to confirm Rice or Grain.
5. Use the Selector Knob to scroll
through Rice or Grain options (e.g.
white, brown, small, chewy, etc.).
6. When correct option is flashing, use
the flashing Start/Stop button to start
the cooking program.
7. Sequential lighting will appear on the
screen to show unit is in cooking mode.
Looks like - - - - .
8. After time has expired, unit will beep 4
times and automatic Keep Warm mode
for up to three hours (LED Keep Warm
will appear on screen).
9. To turn the unit off at any time, press
the Start/Stop button.
10. Once you are ready to serve, press the
Lid Release button to open the lid.
11. Lift and remove the cooking pot using
the stay-cool handles.
COOKING “ONE POT” OR BEANS
1. Fill cooking pot with ingredients
(see page 10 for tips and hints on
cooking guidelines).
2. Close lid.
3. Using the Selector Knob, scroll to One
Pot or Beans. Press Knob to confirm,
then use Selector Knob to set time.
4. Press Start/Stop button to confirm
selection.
5. After time has expired, unit will beep 4
times and automatic Keep Warm mode
for up to three hours (LED Keep Warm
will appear on screen).
6. To turn the unit off at any time, press
the Start/Stop button.
7. Once you are ready to serve, press the
Lid Release button to open the lid.
8. Lift and remove the cooking pot using
stay-cool handles.
COOKING RISOTTO
1. Most risotto recipes suggest sautéing
aromatics and vegetables as well as
toasting the rice. To do so, simply use
the Sauté program to prepare as you
would on the stovetop.
2. After sautéing, press Start/Stop to return
to the Main Menu. Add the remaining
ingredients (as directed in the recipe
that is being used).
3. Close lid.
4. Using the Selector Knob, scroll to
Risotto.
5. Press Start/Stop button to accept
selection.
6. Sequential lighting will appear on the
screen to show unit is in cooking mode.
Looks like - - - - .
7. Countdown timer will appear for last
15 minutes of cooking. At this time,
open the lid and stir the risotto. If it is
done to your liking, press Start/Stop
(or switch to the Keep Warm function).
If the risotto needs additional liquid,
stir it in at this time (best if the liquid is
room temperature). This also allows
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you to add additional ingredients that
only require a short cooking time, such
as leafy vegetables, herbs and delicate
seafood.
8. After time has expired, unit will beep 4
times and automatic Keep Warm mode
for up to three hours (LED Keep Warm
will appear on screen).
9. To turn the unit off at any time, press
the Start/Stop button.
10. Once you are ready to serve, press the
Lid Release button to open the lid.
11. Lift and remove the cooking pot using
the stay-cool handles.
COOKING PASTA
1. Add dry pasta to cooking pot. Any
pasta variety (up to 225g) can be
cooked using the Pasta function.
2. Add liquid to the PASTA line on the
cooking pot.
3. Close lid.
4. Using the Selector Knob, scroll to
Pasta.
5. Press the Selector Knob to confirm
selection.
6. Adjust the time as desired (Preset
time, 18 minutes, cooks most medium
cuts of pasta to al dente).
7. Press Start/Stop button to accept
selection.
8. Unit will beep 4 times when timer
has expired.
9. To turn the unit off at any time, press
the Start/Stop button.
10. Once you are ready to serve, press the
Lid Release button to open the lid.
11. Lift and remove the cooking pot using
stay-cool handles and drain pasta.
STEAMING
1. Add liquid to the STEAM line on the
cooking pot.
2. Place steaming tray in pot.
3. Put food to be steamed onto tray.
4. Close lid.
5. Using the Selector Knob, scroll to
Steam.
6. Press the Selector Knob to accept
selection.
7. Adjust the time as desired (see page
14 for recommended steaming times).
8. Press Start/Stop button to start
steaming.
9. To turn the unit off at any time, press
the Start/Stop button.
10. Unit will beep 4 times when timer
has expired.
11. Remove food immediately to avoid
overcooking.
PRE-WASH
1. Add liquid to the PRE-WASH line on
the cooking pot.
2. Place steaming tray in pot, if desired,
to pre-wash with cooking pot.
3. Close lid.
4. Using the Selector Knob, scroll
to Pre-Wash.
5. Press the Selector Knob to
accept selection.
6. Press Start/Stop button to start.
7. Unit will beep 5 times when timer
has expired.
8. To turn the unit off at any time, press
the Start/Stop button.
9. Once unit is finished pre-washing,
press the Lid Release button to open
the lid.
10. Lift and remove the cooking pot using
stay-cool handles.
SAUTÉ
1. Select the Sauté function by pressing
the Sauté button.
2. Press the Start/Stop button to accept
selection and start unit.
NOTE: Unit will need a few minutes
to preheat. There is a preset temp for
this function.
3. Add ingredients to be sautéed (keep
lid open).
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4. Unit will function for 30 minutes.
If more time is desired, press
the Sauté button for an additional
30 minutes of cooking time.
5. To turn the unit off at any time,
press the Start/Stop button.
6. When finished cooking, remove
the ingredients or follow recipe
instructions to the next program.
SOAK
1. To soak, add dry ingredients and water
to cooking pot.
2. Close lid.
3. Select the Soak function by pressing
the Soak button.
4. Timer will appear.
5. Adjust the time using the Selector
Knob. Timer will adjust in 30-minute
increments up to 24 hours.
6. Press the Start/Stop button to
accept selection.
NOTE: When the timer expires, the
unit will standby mode. To go back to
the Main Menu, press any button.
7. To turn the unit off at any time, press
the Start/Stop button.
8. When finished soaking, press Lid
Release button.
9. Remove the ingredients and liquids
from cooking pot.
NOTE: Heaters will not turn on for the
Soak function.
KEEP WARM
1. Add prepared hot ingredients to
cooking pot to be kept warm.
2. Close lid.
3. Select the Keep Warm function by
pressing the Keep Warm button.
4. Timer will appear with a default of
three hours.
5. Adjust the time using the Selector
Knob. Timer will adjust in 30-minute
increments up to six hours.
6. Press the Start/Stop button to
accept selection.
7. When the timer expires, the unit will
beep 5 times and automatically turn to
Keep Warm.
8. To turn the unit off at any time,
press the Start/Stop button.
9. When finished using the Keep Warm
program, press Lid Release button.
10. Remove the ingredients from
cooking pot.
11. Remove the cooking pot using stay-
cool handles.
NOTE: This function is only for the
purpose of keeping food warm,
not cooking or heating up food.
This feature keeps already hot food
warm. This function will not be
automatic for all cooking functions.
CLEANING, CARE &
MAINTENANCE
1. Unplug your cooker and allow it to
cool before cleaning.
2. Cooking pot, steaming tray, steam
release vent, measuring cup and
paddle can be washed in warm, soapy
water and rinsed thoroughly,
or washed in the dishwasher. Dry all
parts after every use.
NOTE: To prevent discolouration, inner
lid should be washed by hand. If food
sticks to the surface of the cooking
pot, fill it with warm, soapy water and
allow it to soak before cleaning it or
use Pre-Wash function.
3. If scouring is necessary, use a
nonabrasive cleanser or liquid
detergent with a nylon pad or brush.
4. Wipe base of unit with a soft, damp
cloth or microfiber towel. NEVER
IMMERSE BASE OF UNIT IN WATER.
5. Make sure all parts are cool and dry
before storing. Store unit in a clean,
dry place.
6. Any other servicing should be
performed by an authorised service
representative.
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7. Steam Release Vent (Features and
Benefits #3) has a removable lower
cavity. Unlock lower cavity using
(arrow symbol) and turn clockwise to
(unlock symbol). Wash the vent and
lower cavity with warm water and soap
after every use.
TIPS & HINTS
RICE
• Do not open lid during cooking, as
steam will escape and this will affect
the cooking time and taste.
• We recommend rinsing all imported rice
(except for risotto rice). Place rice in a
medium bowl and cover with water. Do
not use the cooking pot. Swirl until the
water appears cloudy, then drain in a fine
mesh strainer. Fill the bowl with fresh
water and repeat until water is clear or
nearly clear.
• Some people wash domestic rice, which
is often vitamin enriched. This removes
the starch and makes it less sticky, but it
also washes away some of those vitamins.
• Sushi rice and most brown rice should
always be rinsed before cooking. Follow
the directions on your package of rice.
• When measuring rice with your rice cooker
cup, level it off with a knife or spatula.
• Adding a teaspoon of vegetable oil to rice
or coating the cooking pot lightly with
nonstick cooking spray will result in rice
with separated, less sticky grains.
• After adding rice to the cooking pot,
level it off to cover the entire bottom of
the pot so it cooks evenly.
• The taste of the water will affect the taste
of the rice. If you do not like the taste of
your tap water, use filtered water.
• Rice can be cooked in liquids other than
water. Use low-sodium meat, chicken or
vegetable stocks/broths. Fish stock may
be used for seafood-flavoured rice.
• When making rice, open the rice cooker
as soon as the audible tone sounds to
indicate cooking cycle is complete. Stir
rice with the rice paddle or a wooden
spoon – this prevents rice from hardening
or getting sticky.
• For combination dishes of rice, steamed
vegetables, seafood, poultry and/or
meats, use our recipes as a guide and
create your own.
GRAINS
• We recommend rinsing most grains prior
to cooking. This process removes excess
starch and produces a cooked result that
has more separated grains.
• Some people have sensitivities to grains
and rinsing them can help remove some
of those aggravating triggers.
• While grains can stay on Keep Warm in
the unit up to 6 hours, it is recommended
that upon finishing cooking, that the lid is
opened and grains are fluffed with a
paddle or fork. They can then sit on Keep
Warm for longer.
• Some grains contain high starch content.
The Steam Release Vent may need to be
occasionally wiped with a cloth to
prevent excess foaming and dripping.
• Always use cold, filtered water when
cooking grains for the best flavor.
• Always refer to the cooking charts on
page 12 for grain-to-water ratios – rice
cookers require different measurements
than standard stovetop preparations.
OATS
• Oats can be cooked with either water,
milk, alternative milks, or a combination
of those listed.
• Adding a pinch of salt and warm spices
enhances the flavour of the cooked oats.
• Finished porridge should be stirred well
prior to serving.
• For rolled oats, cooking is complete in
approximately 15 minutes. A 4 beep tone
will sound when ready.
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RISOTTO
• Use the Sauté program to sauté
aromatics and/or vegetables, toasting
rice, and reducing liquid.
• The Risotto program is uniquely
programmed to gently cook risotto rice
and liquid to a creamy product without
the constant stirring. Use our recipes as a
guideline to adapt your favourite recipes.
• It is recommended to use Arborio rice,
but other, similar-type rice can be used
(Carnaroli, Vialone).
• The Countdown timer will appear for the
last 15 minutes of cooking and a tone will
sound. At this time, open the lid and stir
the risotto. If it is done to your liking,
press Start/Stop (or switch to the Keep
Warm function). If the risotto needs
additional liquid, stir it in at this time (best
if the liquid is room temperature). This
also allows you to add additional
ingredients that only require a short
cooking time, such as tender vegetables.
i.e. spinach, fresh herbs and delicate
seafood.
ONE POT
• This program can get you dinner on the
table in as little as 30 minutes or can be
used as a slow-cooking function. Just put
your ingredients in the pot, choose your
cooking time and press Start/Stop.
• Need to brown meat or steam chicken
first? Combine with other programs, such
as Sauté or Steam functions.
• One Pot is also perfect for making
homemade soups. See our recipes for a
few quick ideas.
PASTA
• Any pasta variety (up to 225g) can be
cooked using the Pasta function.
• 18 minutes, the default time, produces an
al dente pasta. Add more time, or reduce
time, to desired doneness.
• Use cold lightly salted water when
cooking.
• Drain pasta immediately after cooking.
BEANS
• All beans should be soaked prior to
cooking (use the Soak program to soak
a minimum of 8 hours).
• Always rinse beans well prior to and after
soaking.
• Use the cooking chart on page 13 for
cooking time guidelines (if the exact bean
is not on the cooking chart, use one of
similar size and shape).
• Only cook up to 225g of beans at
one time.
• Add a small amount, about ½ teaspoon,
of baking soda to tenderize beans while
they are cooking.
• Add fresh herbs or aromatics, such as
a quartered onion, to enhance flavour of
the beans.
• Drain beans immediately after cooking.
SOAK
• The Soak program is a way to prepare
rice, grains or beans prior to cooking.
• Soaking super grains & rices prior to
cooking makes them easier to digest for
many people who have food sensitivities.
• Always soak beans prior to cooking.
PRE-WASH
• Use immediately after cooking starchy
grains or dishes with strong aromatic
flavours to help clean pot and inner lid.
KEEP WARM
• The Keep Warm function is a great way
to keep already just cooked, heated foods
warm for serving.
• It is not meant as a cooking function.
• Raw meats or foods under the
temperature of 60°C should not be
cooked using this function.
STEAMING
• When steaming vegetables, clean
them and trim to a consistent size so
they cook evenly.
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• When steaming meats, such as poultry or
sausage, cut into consistent-sized pieces
(such as “finger strips” or 1½cm slices)
and arrange in a single layer on the
steaming tray.
• Refer to the chart on page 14 for
suggested steaming times. Note
that the chart is only a guide and that
times may vary based on the size of the
pieces, quantity, freshness of food and
personal taste.
• Steamed foods should be removed
immediately after cooking to avoid
overcooking.
COOKING CHARTS
GUIDE FOR COOKING RICE
Use these charts and the water level markings in the cooking pot as guidelines. There are variables in the
texture of cooked rice, from subtle differences between brands, to rinsing or not rinsing to personal taste.
Let your taste and preference serve as your best guide. If your rice/grain is too hard or chewy,
increase water amounts by ¼ cup at a time. If rice/grain is too soft, reduce the water by ¼ cup
until your desired texture is achieved.
WHITE RICE
RICE/GRAIN DRY AMOUNT LIQUID AMOUNT
APPROXIMATE COOKING
TIME
COOKED YIELD
Long-Grain White
Medium-Grain
Aromatic (Jasmine, Basmati)
For these grains,
use the cooker cup
(provided) up to a
maximum of 10
cooker cups.
Corresponding
water level marking
in the cooking pot.
Example: 1 cooker
cup, add water up to
the 1 cup line.
White: 40 minutes
Quick White: 30 minutes
Hard White: 35 minutes
Approximate
cooked yield of
white rice
varieties is about
1½ cups (Aust
Standard) cooked
rice per 1 cooker
cup dry rice.
BROWN
RICE/GRAIN DRY AMOUNT LIQUID AMOUNT APPROXIMATE COOKING
TIME
COOKED YIELD
Long-Grain
Medium-Grain
Short-Grain
Aromatic (Jasmine, Basmati)
Wild
For these grains,
use the cooker cup
(provided) up to a
maximum of 10
cooker cups.
Corresponding
water level marking
in the cooking pot.
Example: 1 cooker
cup, add water up
to the 1 cup line.
Brown: 2 hours
Quick Brown: 80 minutes
Approximate
cooked yield of
brown rice
varieties is
about 1½ cups
(Aust Standard)
cooked rice per
1 cooker cup
dry rice (Wild
rice yields 3
cooked cups per
1 cooker cup
dry rice).
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RICE/GRAIN DRY AMOUNT LIQUID AMOUNT
APPROXIMATE
COOKING TIME
COOKED YIELD
White Sushi
Brown Sushi
For these grains, use
the cooker cup
(provided) up to a
maximum of 10
cooker cups.
Corresponding
water level marking
in the cooking pot.
Example: 1 cooker
cup, add water up
to the 1 cup line.
45 minutes
Approximate
cooked yield of
sushi rice is
about 1½ cups
(Aust Standard)
cooked rice per
1 cooker cup dry
rice.
RICE/GRAIN DRY AMOUNT LIQUID AMOUNT
APPROXIMATE
COOKING TIME
COOKED YIELD
Quinoa
1 cooker cup
(maximum10 cooker cups)
Level 1
15
minutes
3 cups
Couscous
1 cooker cup
(maximum 6 cooker cups)
1 cup (250ml)
15
minutes
2 cups
Bulgur
1 cooker cup
(maximum 4 cooker cups)
1 cup (250ml)
15
minutes
1½ cups
Amaranth
1 cooker cup
(maximum 8 cooker cups)
1 cup (250ml)
15
minutes
1½ cups
Buckwheat
1 cooker cup
(maximum 6 cooker cups)
Level 2
20
minutes
3 cups
Teff
1 cooker cup
(maximum 6 cooker cups)
Level 1
20
minutes
2 cups
RICE/GRAIN DRY AMOUNT LIQUID AMOUNT
APPROXIMATE
COOKING TIME
COOKED
YIELD
Wheat/Rye/Spelt Berries
1 cooker cup
(maximum 4 cooker cups)
Level 2
25 minutes
3 cups
Farro (soaked overnight)
1 cooker cup
(maximum 4 cooker cups)
Level 1
25 minutes
3 cups
Freekeh
1 cooker cup
(maximum 4 cooker cups)
1¾ cups (310ml)
25 minutes
3 cups
Barley (soaked overnight)
1 cooker cup
(maximum 4 cooker cups)
Level 2
25 minutes
2½ cups
SUSHI RICE
SMALL GRAINS
CHEWY GRAINS
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GRAIN DRY AMOUNT LIQUID AMOUNT
APPROXIMATE
COOKING TIME
COOKED YIELD
Steel Cut
1 cooker cup
(maximum 6 cooker
cups)
1½ cups (375ml) 30 minutes 1½ cups
Rolled (not quick cooking)
1 cooker cup
(maximum 6 cooker
cups)
1 cup (250ml) 15 minutes 1½ cups
Hot Cereals (Oat Bran;
Cream of Wheat
®
; etc.)
1 cooker cup
(maximum 6 cooker
cups)
Level 2 15 minutes 1½ cups
BEANS
Soak overnight. Drain, rinse and then cook to proportions. After cooking, drain beans.
BEANS DRY AMOUNT LIQUID AMOUNT COOK TIME COOKED YIELD
Black Beans 225g Level 4 90 minutes About 4 cups
Red Kidney Beans 225g Level 4 90 minutes About 4 cups
Great Northern Beans 225g Level 4 90 minutes About 4 cups
Navy Beans 225g Level 4 60 minutes About 4 cups
Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) 225g Level 4 90 minutes About 3 cups
Lentils 225g Level 4 45 minutes About 3 cups
OATS
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GUIDE FOR STEAMING VEGETABLES, POULTRY & SEAFOOD
Put water into the cooking pot to the STEAM line. Arrange foods in a single layer on the
steaming tray. Vegetables should be cut in similar sizes as indicated. Cooking times are
approximate and will result in cooked, but crisp/tender vegetables. Add more time for
more tender/softer vegetables or cut back on time for crispier vegetables to taste.
Foods must be removed immediately after steaming to prevent overcooking. If cooking
vegetables over rice, use chart to determine approximately when to add steaming tray to
rice cooker.
FOOD AMOUNT PREPARATION COOKING TIME
Asparagus 120g (about 15 spears) Trimmed and halved 8 Minutes
Baby Bok Choy 2 whole Halved 17 Minutes
Broccoli 280g 5cm florets 15 Minutes
Cabbage Leaves 4 leaves Cored 6 Minutes
Carrots - Baby 350g Whole 18 Minutes
Carrots - Sliced 180g (about 1½ cups) Sliced (1cm thick) 16 Minutes
Green Beans 150g Trimmed 9 Minutes
Lettuce Leaves, Butter Variety 6 leaves Cored 6 Minutes
Peas, Snow 125g Trimmed 8 Minutes
Potatoes, New 350g Quartered 16 Minutes
Potatoes, Desiree, Kifler 350g 1½cm thick slices 16 Minutes
Potatoes, Sweet 500g 2cm cubes 17 Minutes
Squash, Zucchini 250g Sliced (1cm thick) 8 Minutes
Chicken 500g 5cm strips 25 Minutes
Green Prawns 500g Peeled and deveined 15 Minutes
Fish (Salmon, Kingfish, Bream,
etc.)
350g Cut to fit steaming tray 18 Minutes
Eggs Up to 12
Pierce a pinhole in
bottom of each egg
15 Minutes – soft cooked
24 Minutes – hard cooked
15
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Liquid boiled
over
Liquid/Rice amounts were incorrect Refer to page 11.
Rice was not washed thoroughly
Certain rices need to be washed thoroughly prior to cooking.
Refer to page 9 for more information.
Steam release vent was not
inserted
Be sure that the steam release vent is properly assembled and
in place before cooking.
Rice/Grains starch content is high
You can add a pinch of salt or a drop of oil to your recipe to
counteract the high starch content of your rice. Some benefit
from soaking overnight and rinsing.
Rice is
undercooked
or too hard/
soft
Liquid/Rice amounts were incorrect Refer to page 11.
Wrong program selected Refer to pages 6 and 11 for information and charts.
Risotto is
overcooked
Cooking time was too long
Check the risotto 15 minutes before finished cooking time,
when tone sounds and countdown timer appears.
Liquid/Rice amounts were incorrect Refer to page 11.
Rice is
scorched/
burned
Rice was not washed thoroughly
Certain rices need to be washed thoroughly prior to cooking.
Refer to page 9 for more information.
Cooking Pot was not washed
thoroughly after last use
Be sure to clean your cooking pot thoroughly after each use.
Refer to page 8 for cleaning and care instructions.
Rice is dry
Steam release vent was not
inserted
Be sure that the steam release vent is in place before cooking.
Rice was kept on Keep Warm for
over 12 hours
We suggest not leaving rice in the cooker on Keep Warm for
more than 12 hours.
Rice was reheated
If your rice comes out too dry when reheated, add additional
liquid to your cooking pot when reheating in the future.
Lid was not closed completely Be sure the lid is closed completely during rice cooking.
The cooker
will not turn
on
The unit is not plugged in Be sure that unit is plugged in.
The unit has malfunctioned and
needs repair
Contact Consumer Service at 1-800-808-971.
The cooker
turned itself
off
There has been a power failure Wait for your power to resume and try again.
The power cord was not inserted
correctly/has fallen out
Be sure that the unit is plugged in. Since the cord is removable,
it is important to be sure the plug is fully inserted at both ends.
The unit has overheated
Be sure that your ingredients have been added to the cooking
pot and that the cooking pot is in place. Wait a few minutes for
the unit to cool down and try again.
The unit has finished cooking/Keep
Warm
For most functions, the unit will automatically turn off after the
programmed Keep Warm time has elapsed. For functions that
do not have Keep Warm, the unit will automatically turn off
after the cooking time has elapsed. This is normal.
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