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PRESSURE INDUCTION HEATING RICE COOKER & WARMER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
N P - N W C 10 / N P - N W C 18
• Please read and follow these operating instructions carefully. Misuse of this Rice Cooker may be dangerous
because of the high pressure. Please keep these operating instructions at hand for easy reference.
INDEX
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
2.............................................................
ABOUT THE INNER COOKING PAN 6............................................
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS 7.....................................................
TIPS FOR DELICIOUS RICE 9..............................................................
HOW TO SET THE CLOCK 10..............................................................
SOUND SIGNALS AND HOW TO CHANGE THEM
10
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COOKING RICE
BASIC COOKING STEPS 11..............................................................
HOW TO SELECT THE RINSE-FREE SETTING 13
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TIPS FOR COOKING VARIOUS RICE MENUS 14........................
ESTIMATED COOKING TIME
15...................................................
ACTIVATED BROWN RICE (GABA BROWN)
15
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KEEPING RICE WARM
REGULAR KEEP WARM AND EXTENDED KEEP WARM 16....
REHEATING RICE 18..............................................................................
USING THE TIMER TO COOK RICE
USING THE TIMER. 19.........................................................................
RECIPES
CO NGEE .21...........................................................................................
HAND-ROLLED SUSHI
21...................................................................
SWEET RICE COOKED WITH ADZUKI BEANS
22
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PAELLA 22..............................................................................................
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 23...................................................
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 28..........................................................
ERROR DISPLAYS AND THEIR MEANINGS 31
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REPLACEMENT PARTS 32...................................................................
SPECIFICATIONS 32...............................................................................
ZOJIRUSHI CORPORATION
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALW AYS BE FOLLOW ED WHEN USING
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING.
1 Read all instructions thoroughly.
2 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.
3 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.
4 Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.
5 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. Make sure appliance is OFF when not in
use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
0 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.
7 The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may be
hazardous or may cause malfunction.
8 Do not use outdoors.
9 Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces and do not let the cord hang over the edge of tables
or counters.
10 Do not place the appliance on or near a heated surface such as a gas or electric stove, or in a
heated oven.
11 Always use extreme caution when moving appliances containing hot contents or liquids.
12 Plug the cord into a household electrical outlet. To disconnect, turn the power control to OFF, then
remove plug from wall outlet.
13 Do not use the appliance for other than intended or specified purposes.
14 To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only the supplied inner cooking pan.
15 The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use.
16 This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalds and injuries. Make sure
unit is properly closed before operating.
17 Do not cook foods such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley or other cereals, split peas,
noodles, macaroni, rhubarb or spaghetti. These foods tend to foam, froth or splatter and may block
the pressure release device.
18 Always check the pressure release devices for clogging before use.
19 Do not open the pressure rice cooker until the unit has cooled and the internal pressure has been reduced.
20 Do not use this pressure rice cooker for pressure frying with oil.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANC E IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
This appliance is supplied with a short power cord to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or
tripping over. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is
used, the marked electrical rating of the cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance, and a longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or
tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this plug was designed to fit into a polarized outlet in only one direction. If the plug does not fit
fully into the outlet, do not attempt to force it or modify it in any way. Simply reverse the plug and
insert. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Be sure to follow these instructions.
These WARNINGS and CAUTIONS are intended to prevent property damage or personal injury to you
and others.
■ The degree of danger or damage by the misuse of this product is indicated as follows
AWARNINGS
Indicates risk of serious injury or death.
A CAUTIONS
Indicates risk of injury, household or property damage if mishandled.
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Indicates a prohibited operation.
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Indicates a requirement or instruction that
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AWARNINGS
To Cook Rice Safely in This Rice Cooker
Because pressure is applied during cooking, mishandling may be hazardous, as rice or other ingredients
may boil over, resulting in burns or injury.
This Rice Cooker is designed for cooking rice and keeping rice warm as indicated in the
Ope
rating Instructions and recipes. Do not use it for anything other than its intended purposes.
Cooking the following types of foods may clog the steam exhaust route, which can cause steam to come out from the
ga
p between the Outer Lid and the Main Body or the Outer Lid to open suddenly. Please do not cook the following.
<Examples of foods that must not be used>
• Foods using ingredients that increase in size while
cooking (pastes, beans, noodles, etc.).
Boil beans in a separate pot before using them.
• Foods that may bubble over such as those using baking soda.
• Thick foods such as curry and stews.
• Foods with large amounts of oil.
• Foods that bubble up such as jams.
• Foods packaged in plastic bags.
• Foods wrapped in parchment paper, aluminum foil,
pla
stic wrap, etc. or in steaming dishes.
• Foods with green vegetables (such as rice porridge with
se
ven herbs); the green vegetables should be cooked
separately and added after the rice completes cooking.
• Foods with unpeeled tomatoes.
Never open the Outer Lid or move
the Rice Cooker when pressure is
applied during cooking.
Do not fill with water above the
Maximum Water Level Line
(indicated on the Inner Cooking
Pan as MAX) and cook.
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Always check that rice or other matter is
no
t stuck around the Lid Hooks, the Hook
Holes of the Main Body, the gap between
the Main Body and the Outer Lid, the Inner
Lid Gasket, the Pressure Control Valve, the
Safety Valve, the Inner Lid Filter, or around
the Steam Vent before cooking.
• Rice or other matter stuck on these areas may prevent
t
h
e Outer Lid from closing completely. It may also
cause steam to come out from the gap between the
Outer Lid and the Main Body, or the Outer Lid may
open suddenly and rice or other ingredients may boil
over. Additionally, for safety purposes, it may prevent
the Rice Cooker from cooking.
•The Outer Lid may not open if rice or other matter is stuck,
Inner Lid Filter
G E 3 E E 3
Safety Valve
Pressure
Control Valve
Control Panel
Hook Holes of
tha Main RnHw
Push down on the Outer
Lid until you hear it click
shut.
•The Outer Lid may open
du
ring cooking or Keep
Warm mode if it is not
closed securely.
Press down on the center
fron
t edge of the Outer Lid.
When opening the Outer
Lid during cooking, be
sure that the [pr essur e]
indication on the
Display has gone out
before opening the
Outer Lid.
Be sure this
has gone out.
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• The illustrations used in this Operating Instructions may vary from the actual product you have purchased.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (cont.)
AWARNINGS
Do not modify the Rice Cooker. Only a repair technician may disassemble or repair this unit.
Attempting to do so may cause fire, electric shock or injury. Make any repair inquiries to Zojirushi Customer Sen/ice.
Do not place your hands or face near the
Steam Vent.
Doing so may cause burns or scalding. Take special
precautions with children and infants.
Do not plug or unplug the Power Cord if
your hands are wet.
Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not immerse the Rice Cooker in water or splash it with water. Do not pour water directly into
the Rice Cooker. Doing so may cause short circuit or electric shock.
Do not allow liquid to come in contact with the Power Plug or Power Cord.
Doing so may cause short circuit or electric shock.
Do not use the Rice Cooker if the Power Plug or Power Cord is damaged
or if the Power Plug is loosely inserted into the electrical outlet.
Doing so may cause electric shock, short circuit or fire.
Do not damage the Power Cord. Do not bend, pull, twist, bundle or
attempt to modify the Power Cord. Do not place it on or near high
temperature surfaces or appliances, under heavy items or between
objects.
Electrical Outlet
A damaged Power Cord can cause fire or electric shock.
Do not use a power source other than 120V AC.
Use of any other power supply voltage may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not allow the Power Plug to come into contact with steam.
Allowing the Power Plug to come into contact with steam after inserting it into the
electrical outlet may cause short circuit or fire. When using on a slide-out table or
shelf, place the Rice Cooker in a position where the Power Plug does not come
into contact with steam.
Do not allow children to use the Rice Cooker unsupervised.
Keep it out of the reach of infants.
Children are at risk of burns, electric shock or injury.
Do not drop metal objects such as pins or wires into
the Air Intake Duct or Exhaust Duct.
Doing so may cause electric shock or malfunction, resulting in injury.
Air Intake
D u c t
Exhaust
Duct
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Insert the Power Plug completely and securely into the electrical outlet.
A loosely inserted Power Plug may cause electric shock, short circuit, smoke or fire.
Use only an electrical outlet rated at 15 amperes minimum, and do not plug other devices into
the same outlet.
Plugging other devices into the same outlet may cause the electrical outlet to overheat, resulting in fire.
If the blades or surface of the Power Plug become soiled, wipe them clean.
A dirty Power Plug may cause fire.
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.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Stop using immediately if you notice any of the following symptoms indicating a malfunction or
breakdown.
Continued use of the Rice Cooker may cause smoke, fire, electric shock or injury.
• The Power Plug or Power Cord has become very hot.
• The Power Cord is damaged or the electricity turns on and off when touched.
• The body of the Rice Cooker is deformed or unusually hot.
• Smoke is produced from the Rice Cooker or there is a burning smell.
• Some part of the Rice Cooker is cracked, loose or unstable.
• The fan at the bottom does not work during cooking, etc.
If any of the above occurs, unplug the Rice Cooker immediately and contact the store where you purchased it or
Zojirushi Customer Service for inspection and/or repair.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (cont.)
A CAUTIONS
Do not touch hot surfaces during or immediately after use.
Be careful of steam when opening the Outer Lid. Be careful
not to touch the Inner Cooking Pan when loosening rice.
Touching hot surfaces may cause burns.
Be especially careful with
metal parts such as the
Inner Lid Set and Inner
Cooking Pan.
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Do not use the Rice Cooker where it may
come into contact with water or near heat
sources.
Doing so may cause electric shock, short circuit, or can
damage the Rice Cooker.
Do not use cookware other than the provided
Inner Cooking Pan.
Doing so may cause the cookware to overheat or the
Rice Cooker to malfunction.
Do not use the Rice Cooker on an aluminum
sheet or an electric carpet.
The aluminum material may be heated and may cause
smoke or fire.
Do not use the Rice Cooker on a surface
where the Air Intake Duct or Exhaust Duct
can get blocked or covered (such as on
paper, cloth, plastic bag or aluminum sheet).
Doing so may cause breakdown of the Rice Cooker.
Do not place or use the Rice Cooker on
unstable surfaces or on surfaces that are
vulnerable to heat.
Doing so may cause fire.
Do not use the Rice Cooker on a slide-out
table or shelf with insufficient load capacity.
Doing so may damage the slide-out table or shelf,
causing the Rice Cooker to fall, resulting in injury or
burns. The slide-out table or shelf should have a load
capacity of 33 lbs./15 kg or more for the 1.0 L model, and
44 lbs./20 kg or more for the 1.8 L model.
Do not use the Rice Cooker near walls or
furniture. Allow enough room for steam to
escape if using beneath shelving.
Failing to allow enough room may cause breakdown.
Steam or heat may also damage, discolor or deform
walls, furniture or shelving.
Do not touch the Open Button when moving
the Rice Cooker.
Doing so may cause the
Outer Lid to open,
resulting in injury or
burns.
Open Button -
Unplug the Power Plug from the outlet when the Rice Cooker is not in use.
Leaving the Power Plug connected to an outlet may cause the insulation to become damaged, resulting in burns, injury,
electric shock, short circuit or fire.
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Please allow the Rice Cooker to cool down
before cleaning.
Hot parts such as the Inner Lid, Inner Cooking Pan and
heating element may cause burns.
Always unplug the Rice Cooker by holding
the Power Plug, not by pulling the Power
Cord.
Pulling the Power Cord to unplug the Rice Cooker may
cause electric shock, short circuit or fire.
If the Power Plug or Power Cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified persons
to avoid hazards.
Individuals using a medical pacemaker
should consult with a physician before using
the Rice Cooker.
Using the Rice Cooker may affect a pacemaker.
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IMPORTANT
• Do not cover the Main
Bodv, especially the
Steam Vent, with a
cloth or other object.
Doing so may cause
breakdown.
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• Do not operate the Rice Cooker if rice or other
matter is stuck on the inside of the Main Body,
the outside surface of the Inner Cooking Pan or
the Side Sensor.
Doing so may burn the rice or otherwise cause imperfect
cooking.
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IMPORTANT (cont.)
• Do not place electronics or objects that are susceptible
to magnets in close range of the Rice Cooker.
Doing so may cause interference with TV, radio, computer, intercom,
transceiver, telephone, etc. It may also erase magnetically recorded
data (credit card, train pass, audio tape, etc.).
•Alw ays hold the Rice Cooker by the Handle when
carrying it. Do not tilt the Main Body.
Doing so may cause the contents to spill.
• Do not damage, drop or deform the Inner Cooking
Pan.
A damaged Inner Cooking Pan may not cook properly.
• Do not splash the Rice Cooker with water or place it
on top of something wet.
Doing so may cause electric shock or breakdown.
• Do not cook when the Inner Cooking Pan is empty.
Doing so may cause breakdown of the Rice Cooker.
• Do not use the Rice Cooker on top of an induction
heating cooker.
Doing so may cause breakdown.
• Do not use the Rice Cooker in direct sunlight.
Doing so may cause discoloration of the Rice Cooker.
• Do not unplug the Power Plug from the electrical
outlet during cooking.
Steam may billow out, which can be dangerous.
• Do not use the Rice Cooker where its steam may
come into contact with other electrical appliances.
The steam may cause fire, malfunction, discoloration or
deformation of other electrical appliances.
• Clean the Rice Cooker and the surrounding area
before using it.
This Rice Cooker is equipped with the Air Intake Duct and Exhaust
Duct to improve function and performance, but if dust or insects
enter the Air Intake Duct or Exhaust Duct, the Rice Cooker may
malfunction. If the Rice Cooker malfunctions due to insects, etc.
entering the Air Intake Duct or Exhaust Duct, there will be a
charge for repairs.
•T h is appliance is intended for household use and
similar applications listed below.
• Staff (employee) kitchen area in shops, offices and other
working environments.
This appliance is not intended for use by many unspecified
people for a long period of time.
This appliance must not be used in the following areas.
• Farm houses.
• By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments.
- Bed and breakfast type environments.
ABOUT THE INNER COOKING PAN
In order to use the Inner Cooking Pan for many years to
come, please obey the following.
Inner Surface (Nonstick Coating)
The Nonstick Coating can peel off if damaged.
Please take special care to prevent damage and follow these precautions
Inner Surface
(Nonstick Coating)
Outer Surface
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During Preparation
• R
emove foreign matter (such as
stones) from the rice before cleaning.
• Do not use utensils such as whisks to
clean the rice.
• Do not place a metal strainer in the
Inner Cooking Pan when cleaning rice.
• Use the Inner Cooking Pan only for
this Rice Cooker.
<When Cooking Completes>
• D
o not pour vinegar into the
Inner Cooking Pan (when
making sushi rice).
• Do not use a metal ladle
(when serving porridge, etc.).
• Do not hit with the Spatula or
other utensils (when serving,
etc.).
- <When Cleaning> -► pg. 2 3
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• D
o
not place utensils or dishes inside the
Inner Cooking Pan.
• Do not place in a dishwasher or dish
dryer.
• Clean the Inner Cooking Pan immediately
after using any seasonings.
• Only use soft cleaning implements such
as a sponge when cleaning.
• Do not use such items as thinner, abrasive cleaners,
bleach, scrubbing brushes (nylon, metal, etc.),
melamine sponges or sponges with a nylon surface.
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The
Nonstick Coating may wear out with use.
•The Nonstick Coating may eventually discolor or peel off. This will not affect the cooking / Keep Warm performances or
its sanitary properties, and is harmless to your health.
• If concerned with the peeling of the Nonstick Coating or if the Inner Cooking Pan deforms, please replace it by
purchasing a new one. pg. 32
• Heat
may cause some discoloration, but this does not affect the cooking results.
•T he outer surface touches important sensitive sensors. Be careful not to allow it to get dirty or damaged.
• Note that firmly pushing the bottom surface of the Inner Cooking Pan against a sink, table, or similar
items may damage or discolor such items.
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
About the Lithium Battery
A lithium battery is installed
internally so that even if the
Power Cord is unplugged,
information such as the current
time and Menu settings are
saved. The lithium battery will
wear out with use. -*• pg. 31
• Be sure to firmly insert the Steam Vent Set.
Steam Vent Set Receptacle
Open Button
Press the Open Button to open the
Outer Lid.
• The Outer Lid may take a
while to open as it is designed
to seal tightly to build up
pressure inside.
• The Outer Lid will not open
while pressure is applied
during cooking. This is for
safety purposes and does not
indicate a malfunction.
Air Intake Duct
(bottom front of the Main Body)
The Steam Vent Set will be very hot while cooking
and immediately afterward. Be very careful.
Steam Vent
• Steam arising from the vent is very hot
while rice is cooking. Please exercise care.
Steam Vent Cap
Steam Vent Case
Handle
Use the Handle for carrying.
Exhaust Duct
(bottom back of the
Main Body)
Power Cord
Power Plug
Twist Tie
• Please remove the twist tie holding the
Power Cord before use.
• Do not use the Power Cord bundled up.
Doing so may cause the Power Cord to
become excessively hot, resulting in
malfunction.
C
ONTROL PANEL
• Press buttons down firmly.
•T h e raised dot and dash (•,—) in the center of the START/REHEAT and CANCEL buttons and the Sound
Signals are provided for individuals with visual impairment.
Display
• Black lines that may appear on the LCD when wiped
with a cloth are caused by static electricity and do not
indicate a malfunction. Such lines disappear shortly.
RINSE-FREE button
Use this button when
cooking rinse-free rice.
-►pg. 12 & 13
CANCEL
button
Use this button to
cancel the selected
setting or function
in operation.
MENU button
Use this button for setting
the menu you will be using.
- pg-12
KEEP WARM
button
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Use this button to select the
Regular Keep Warm or
Extended Keep Warm mode.
-*• pg. 16
■ This Display is an example only,
; and will not appear in actual use.
TIME SETTING button
• Use this button when adjusting the
current time. -*• pg. 10
• Use this button when setting the
scheduled time for TIMER cooking.
-*• pg. 19
START/
REHEAT
light
KEEP WARM lights -
PRESSURE indicator —
Turns on in the Display when
pressure is applied during cooking.
'—TIMER light
START/
REHEAT
button
Use this button to
initiate the cooking
or reheating
process.
TIMER button
Use when cooking rice using
the Timer function. -*• pg. 19
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS (cont.)
Spatula Holder Attachment
(Located at 2 positions: right & left edge)
Filter Receptacle
Inner Lid Gasket
Inner Lid Set Holder
Use this holder for detaching
and attaching the Inner Lid Set.
• Be sure to reattach the Inner
Lid Set after every cleaning.
- pg- 27
Lid Sensor
Radiator Plate
Outer Lid Gasket
Steam Vent
Water Level
(Located at 2 positions
inside the Inner Cooking
Pan)
Inner Lid
Knobs
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(Located at 2 positions:
right & left edge)
Use to hold the Inner
Lid Set when detaching
or cleaning.
Safety Valve
Releases excessive pressure
in case the Pressure Control
Valve becomes clogged or
malfunctions.
• Do not disassemble. For
cleaning and maintenance,
see pg. 24
Sensor
(Inside of the Main Body)
Stand the
Spatula in
the Spatula
Holder.
Inner Lid Filter
Prevents the Safety Valve and the
Pressure Control Valve from becoming
clogged with foreign matter.
• Be sure to reattach it to the
Inner Lid Set after every
cleaning. -► pg. 27
Pressure
Control Valve
Controls the pressure level
during cooking.
• Do not disassemble. For
cleaning and maintenance,
see pg. 24
( How to attach the Spatula Holder )
• Press the two stabilizers
against the body of the Rice
Cooker (©) and push the
middle hook of the
holder straight into
the slot (©). (2)
Spatula Holder
( How to detach the Spatula Holder )
• Twist the Spatula Holder to one side to
detach.
ACCESSORIES
Spatula Holder
For measuring most types of rice
(1 Cup = approx. 6.1 oz./
approx. 180 mL)
Meas
uring Cups
For measuring rinse-free
white rice only (Green Cup)
(1 Cup = approx. 5.8 oz./
approx. 171 mL)
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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
(1) Rinse rice
First, pour plenty of water into the Inner Cooking
Pan from the bowl and stir the rice loosely by hand
2 or 3 times (for 10 seconds or less). D
water immediately afterwards. Repeat twice.
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rain the
(S)
Wash rice Wash by stirring the rice by hand 30 times, pour
plenty of water from the bowl and stir the rice
loosely again. Drain the water immediately
afterwards. Repeat this washing process 2-4 times.
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( f ) Rinse rice Lastly, pour plenty of water from the bowl and rinse
the rice. Repeat twice.
(C
om
plete steps
CD—CD
within 10 minutes.)
• Use a different method to wash jasmine white rice and steel cut oatmeal if such a method is written on the bag
containing the rice or oatmeal. If no washing method is written on the bag, follow the instructions given above.
Warning!
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.
•A d just the amount of water accordingly
Be sure to adjust the amount of water on a flat surface. The water scale
level is a guideline. Adjust the amount of water according to preference,
rice type, and crop age.
Type of
Rice
New crop Old crop
Water
Ad
justment
Reduce water slightly
from the normal level
Add a little water to the
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for WHITE.
• If you add too much water, it may boil over through the Steam Vent.
When Cooking 6 Cups of
White Rice or Rinse-Free Rice
• D
o
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.
•S tir 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.
This illustration
shows the
Inner Cooking
Pan of the 1.8 L
model.
TIPS FOR USING THE KEEP WARM MODE
•When keeping rice in the Inner Cooking Pan for later consumption, use the Keep Warm mode.
• If rice is left in the Inner Cooking Pan even though the Power Plug has been disconnected from the electrical outlet or
Keep Warm mode has been cancelled, the rice may develop a foul odor or condensed moisture may fall on the rice,
making it sticky.
•T o prevent the rice from becoming dry, wet,
developing an odor or turning yellow, do not use
the Keep Warm mode for the following.
• Keeping a small amount of rice warm for a long period.
• Keeping rice warm for 12 hours or more in Regular Keep Warm
mode or 24 hours or more in Extended Keep Warm mode.
(This may differ depending on the menu setting.)
• Adding additional rice while keeping rice warm.
• Reheating cold rice.
• Keeping porridge, congee, or steel cut oatmeal warm.
• Keeping rice warm when it contains additional ingredients and
seasonings (mixed rice or sweet rice).
• Keeping foods other than rice warm such as croquettes or miso soup.
• Keeping rice warm with the Spatula left inside the Rice Cooker.
•W hen keeping a small amount of
rice warm, gather the rice toward
the center of the Inner Cooking Pan.
• 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.
[ Gather rice in center)
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HOW TO SET THE CLOCK
Time correction is completed
If the clock is inaccurate, set the correct time as shown below.
•T he clock is displayed in 24-hour (military) time.
e.g. If the current tim e is 15:01 but displays 14:56.
Press while the time
display is blinking.
1 Set the Inner Cooking Pan and insert the Power Plug
into an electrical outlet.
2 Press the or button to initiate the Time
Setting and adjust the clock to the current time while
the time display is blinking.
|[T) : 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.
3 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.
•A
l
though 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, cooking will not be completed at the time you set for the Timer.
•The clock cannot be changed during Cooking, Reheating, Regular Keep Warm, Extended Keep Warm or Timer Cooking.
•Although the clock display turns off when the Power Plug is disconnected, the current time will reappear when the Power
Plug is connected again.
SOUND SIGNALS AND HOW TO CHANGE THEM
I Stops ■
t
1 blinking J
t J - U 1
This product is equipped with a Sound Signal function, which will inform you when the Rice Cooker begins cooking,
when the Timer is set, or when cooking has completed.
Types of Sound Signals
You can choose the Sound Signals from the following
Indication
Types of Sound Signals
and
their meanings
Melody
Default setting at the time
of shipment from the
factory-
Beep
Choose this setting to
change from a Melody.
Silent
Choose this setting to
disable the Sound Signal.
Cooking has begun 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”
a beep
Timer is set ‘Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star"
a beep
Cooking/Reheating has completed “Amaryllis”
beeps 5 times
no sound
The Outer Lid is not closed during Keep
Wa
rm
four short beeps
no sound
The rice has not been loosened after cooking
co
mpletion
four short beeps
no sound
.
H
o
w to Change the Sound Signal
1 Set the Inner Cooking Pan and insert the Power
Plug into an electrical outlet.
2 Hold the (( timer ) button for more than 3 seconds.
Each time the TIMER button is held for more than 3 seconds,
the Sound Signal will change.
]
3 Th
e s
etting is completed when the desired Sound Signal is heard.
•The selected Sound Signal is stored even if the Power Plug is disconnected from the electrical outlet.
• You cannot change the Melody Signal for the
initiation of Reheating.
• You cannot change the Sound Signal during
Cooking, Reheating, Regular Keep Warm,
Extended Keep Warm or Timer Cooking.
• If you find it difficult to change/select the
Sound Signal, please start over from Step 1.
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COOKING RICE
BASIC COOKING STEPS
•T h e Menu setting at the time of shipment from the factory is WHITE (REGULAR).
• Please wash the Inner Cooking Pan, Inner Lid Set, Steam Vent Set and accessories before initial use. -*■ pg. 23-27
Check the parts of the Main
Body before cooking.
Check that all parts are clean and free of foreign matter
before cooking. Make sure that rice or other matter is not
stuck to the parts illustrated on the right. -»■ pg. 24
• Rice or other matter stuck on these areas may
prevent the Outer Lid from closing completely. It
may also cause steam to come out from the gap
between the Outer Lid and the Main Body, or the
Outer Lid may open suddenly and rice or other
ingredients may boil over. Additionally, for safety
purposes, it may prevent the Rice Cooker from
cooking.
Inner Lid Filter
Inner Lid Gasket
Hook Holes -
Safety Valve
Pressure
Control Valve
Control Panel
Steam Vent
Side Sensor
Measure
t
he rice with the provided
Measuring Cup.
Overfill the Measuring Cup with rice,
then level off.
Le
ve
l off!)
W
h
ite rice/sweet rice/jasmine white rice/brown rice/
steel cut oatmeal
-► Use the clear Measuring Cup for most types of rice.
(1 cup = approx. 6.1 oz./approx. 180 mL)
WHEN COOKING RINSE-FREE RICE
Ri
nse-free
rice -*• Use the green Measuring
Cup for rinse-free white rice.
(1 Cup = approx. 5.8 oz./approx. 171 mL)
C
le
an the rice and adjust the
amount of water.
©Clean the rice. — See “ TIPS FOR COOKING DELICIOUS
RICE” on pg. 9
© O n 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. -*■ pg. 14
© F o r an accurate measurement, level the surface of the rice.
•T h e rice may be cooked immediately after cleaning rice,
as soaking is not required. Soaking the rice will soften
the texture of the rice.
•T h e water level serves as a standard guideline and the
amount of water should be adjusted according to
preference. (Adjust 1 -2 mm above or below the indicated
water level.)
WHEN COOKING RINSE-FREE RICE
Add enough water to cover the rice and
gently stir 2-3 times to separate the
grains, and then adjust the amount of
water.
Use the same water level for WHITE.
• Depending on the rice polishing method,
starch may be left on the surface of the
rice. If the water becomes cloudy, change
the water and rinse once or twice to
prevent scorching, boiling over or
imperfect cooking.
Place t
h
e Inner Cooking Pan into the Main Body, and attach the
Inner Lid Set and Steam Vent Set. 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 Set.
• Be sure to attach the Inner Lid Filter to the Inner Lid Set.
•T h e Outer Lid may not close smoothly as it is designed to lock during cooking for safely purposes.
Push down on the Outer Lid until you hear it click shut.
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COOKING RICE (cont.)
1
Insert the Power Plug into an electrical outlet.
•T h e clock will appear when you connect the Plug.
Select the desired Menu setting by pressing the ( button)
Changes each time
you push the button.
PORRIDGE
CONGE
BROWN
GABA
BROWN
STEELCUT
OATMEAL
TIME
SETTING
(KEEP WARM (OREGULAR OEXTENDED
WHEN COOKING RINSE-FREE RICE
Press the Qjjg) button, and
will appear on the Display. Select the
menu by pressing the / menu/ button.
• JASMINE, CONGEE, BROWN, GABA
BROWN, and STEEL CUT OATMEAL
menu settings cannot be selected while
RINSE-FREE is selected.
- See “ HOW TO SELECT THE
RINSE-FREE SETTING” on pg. 13.
Each press of the button changes the item that is indicated on the Display; WHITE (REGULAR) -*■
WHITE (SOFTER) - WHITE (HARDER) ->• UMAMI - QUICK - MIXED - SUSHI/SWEET -
JASMINE -<• PORRIDGE -► CONGEE -<• BROWN -► GABA BROWN -► STEEL CUT OATMEAL.
• Menu settings such as WHITE (REGULAR, SOFTER, HARDER), UMAMI, JASMINE, BROWN, and
GABA BROWN will remain selected until you change the setting.
Press the
button.
The START/REHEAT light will turn on and the melody/beep
to start cooking will sound. The Display shows the estimated
time until cooking completion in minutes.
©
Display when cooking with the
WHITE (REGULAR) menu setting
Displays the estimated
time until cooking
completion.
_________
IPBESSUREI
IB P WAflW REGUUIR EXTENDED
• Rice or other matter stuck on the Rice Cooker may
prevent the Outer Lid from closing completely. It may
also cause steam to come out from the gap between
the Outer Lid and the Main Body, or the Outer Lid may
open suddenly and rice or other ingredients may boil
over. Additionally, for safety purposes, it may prevent
the Rice Cooker from cooking.
• Four short beeps will sound if the Outer Lid is not
closed completely. Please note that this does not
indicate a malfunction. Close the Outer Lid completely
until you hear it click shut.
• Make sure the Rice Cooker is not in Keep Warm mode,
then press the START/REHEAT button. If the Keep
Warm light is on, the reheating process will start.
-► See pg. 18.
• Press the TIME SETTING fT ) or ' X J button to check
the current time during cooking. If the stored lithium
battery is dead and the current time was not set, the
Display will not show the current time.
•T he estimated time until cooking completion
may differ from the actual time required. The
actual time until cooking completion may
vary depending on factors such as the room
or water temperature, the voltage, or the
water measurement.
•T he Rice Cooker will make adjustments to
the estimated time until cooking completion
when it reaches the steaming process. The
estimated time until cooking completion may
increase or decrease suddenly during this
process.
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COOKING RICE (cont.)
W
h
en the melody or beep to indicate cooking completion sounds, stir and
loosen the rice immediately to give the rice a deliciously fluffy texture.
Before opening the Outer Lid, make sure that steam is
not com ing out from the Steam Vent and that the
I PRESSURE! indicator has disappeared from the Display.
After cooking has completed, the Rice Cooker automatically
switches to the Keep Warm mode and the REGULAR KEEP
WARM light turns on. The Display will show the elapsed Keep
Warm time in hour(s).
Stir the rice and loosen it immediately to release
excessive moisture, thereby preventing the rice from
clumping, becoming too wet, or burning.
E
l
apsed time of the
Keep Warm mode.
W IIIIEf REGULAR SOFTER \|HARDER 1
UNIAMI
QUICK
MKH)
SUSHI/
SWEET
PORRIDGE
Oh
CONGE
BROWN
GABA
BROWN
SIEELCUT
OATME AL
(
k EH* WARM ( y R E B L U R OECTEHDED
Turns on
•
B
e
careful not to burn yourself when stirring and loosening rice.
• If you cancel the Keep Warm mode followed by switching back to the Keep Warm mode, the Display
sh
ows Oh.
• Four short beeps will sound if the rice has not been loosened after cooking completes. Please note
th
at this does not indicate a malfunction. Loosen the rice and close the Outer Lid.
•T h e sound setting to indicate cooking completion can be changed. If changed to silent mode, the
be
eps that remind you to close the Outer Lid or to loosen the rice will not sound. -*■ pg. 10
A
fter use, press the
b
utton, then unplug the Power Cord.
•
Do not begin cleaning the Rice Cooker until the Main Body has cooled.
B
e careful that the contents do not boil over.
When adjusting the amount of water to the PORRIDGE, CONGEE, or STEEL CUT
OA
TMEAL Water Level, do not cook using Menu settings other than PORRIDGE,
CONGEE, or STEEL CUT OATMEAL. Using any other Menu setting may cause the
contents to boil over.
•T he PORRIDGE, CONGEE, and STEEL CUT OATMEAL menu setting selections
will
not be saved. When cooking porridge, congee, or steel cut oatmeal, select
the corresponding menu setting each time.
NOTE
You can switch Sound Signals
(melo
dy, beep, silent) that
alert you when certain actions
occur.
- See “SOUND SIGNALS
AN
D HOW TO CHANGE
THEM” onpg. 10
r i M M
Be
fore opening the Outer Lid, make sure that steam is
not coming out from the Steam Vent and that the
PRESSURE indicator has disappeared from the Display.
• If it becomes necessary to open the Outer Lid during
c
o
oking or to cancel cooking, press and hold the
CANCEL button for 1 second or longer. Be cautious of
the Steam Vent as steam will be forced out.
• Even if the PRESSURE indicator has disappeared, if you
fe
el resistance when pressing the Open Button to open
the Outer Lid, do not force it open. Allow the Rice Cooker
to cool, and then try again. If you force the Outer Lid
open, the contents may boil over, which could cause
burns.
•When cooking more than one pot of rice consecutively, or cooking right
a
f
ter cancelling the Keep Warm mode, allow the Rice Cooker to cool for 50
minutes or longer. If the Main Body and the Outer Lid are hot, the rice may
not cook well.
Cooking rice without first allowing the Rice Cooker to cool may lead to a longer
co
oking time. (Up to approximately 60 minutes.) Also, the estimated time until
cooking completion may not be displayed for some time in this situation.
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
P
l
ate to cool.
HOW TO SELECT THE RINSE-FREE SETTING
TO SELECT
T
H
E RINSE-FREE
SETTING
Press the \ * r eeJ button, and |
RINSE-FREE
will
appear on the Display.
• If the RINSE-FREE button is pressed while JASMINE,
CONGEE, BR
OWN, GABA BROWN, or STEEL CUT
OATMEAL menu setting is selected, the menu setting will
automatically change to WHITE (REGULAR).
TO CANCEL
TH
E RINSE-FREE
SETTING
Press the (*r a ) button, and I
RINSE-FREE
will
disappear from the Display.
I
HH
E
FEGUIAR SOFTER HARDER )
i;im s 3:u iw iii appear
in the Display when
RINSE-FREE setting
is selected.
i - n n
t - u u
G E M S will disappear
from the Display when
RINSE-FREE setting
is cancelled.
INHIE( HEGU SOFim HARDER )
i - n n
t - u u
1
3
COOKING RICE
TIPS FOR COOKING VARIOUS RICE MENUS
'Capacity is measured in the supplied rice measuring cup, using uncooked rice.
Type of rice you
want to cook
Type of rice
to use
Menu Setting I Water Level
Cooking Capacity
[cups] *
Notes and Advice
White Rice
Regular
Short/Medium
Grain White Rice,
Rinse-Free Rice
WHITE
REGULAR
WHITE
1.0 L: 0.5—5.5
1.8 L: 1-10
> Cooks white rice to a regular consistency.
White Rice
Softer
Short/Medium
Grain White Rice,
Rinse-Free Rice
WHITE
SOFTER
> Cooks white rice to a more glutinous and softer
texture than WHITE (REGULAR).
White Rice
Harder
Short/Medium
Grain White Rice,
Rinse-Free Rice
WHITE
HARDER
> Cooks white rice to a less glutinous and harder
texture than WHITE (REGULAR).
Umami
Short/Medium
Grain White Rice,
Rinse-Free Rice
UMAMI
> Soaks and steams rice longer for a sweeter
Quick
Cooking
Short/Medium
Grain White Rice,
Rinse-Free Rice
QUICK
> Cooks white rice faster. Please note that the rice
texture may be slightly harder.
Mixed Rice
Short/Medium
Grain White Rice,
Rinse-Free Rice
MIXED WHITE
>
T
he recommended amount of ingredients should
be 30-50% of the rice weight.
> Chop ingredients into small pieces and place
evenly on top of the rice (do not mix into the rice).
> Seasonings should be mixed with soup stock or
water and then added to the rice. After adjusting the
amount of water, stir thoroughly. If the seasonings
are added directly to the rice or if not mixed
properly, scorching or imperfect cooking may occur.
S
u
shi Rice
Short/Medium
Grain White Rice,
Rinse-Free Rice
SUSHI/
SWEET
SUSHI
1.0 L: 0.5—5.5
' Rice is firmer than rice cooked using the WHITE
(HARDER) setting.
1.8 L: 1-10
Sweet Rice
Sweet Rice Only
or
Sweet Rice +
Short/Medium
Grain White Rice
or Rinse-Free
Rice
SUSHI/
SWEET
SWEET
When cooking
sweet rice mixed
with white rice,
use slightly
above the water
level for SWEET.
1.0 L:
1-4
> Wash the rice and drain it in a strainer for
approximately 30 minutes.
> Place ingredients on top of rice after adjusting the water.
• Seasonings should be mixed with soup stock or
water and then added to the rice. After adjusting
the amount of water, stir thoroughly.
1.8 L: 2-6
Jasmine
White Rice
Jasmine
White Rice
JASMINE
JASMINE
1.0 L: 0.5—5.5
1 Depending on the rice brand, it may be slightly
harder than normal.
1.8 L: 1-10
Porridge
Short/Medium
Grain White Rice,
Rinse-Free Rice
PORRIDGE PORRIDGE
1.0 L: 0.5-1.5
> The recommended amount of ingredients should be
30-50% of the rice weight.
> Chop ingredients into small pieces and place on top
of rice without mixing them into the rice.
> Ingredients that do not cook easily should not be
used in large amounts.
> Boil green leaf vegetables separately and add them
after the rice porridge has finished cooking.
> Brown rice cannot be used to make porridge.
1.8 L: 0.5—2.5
Congee
Jasmine
White Rice
CONGEE CONGEE
1.0 L: 0.5-1
• The recommended amount of ingredients should be
30-50% of the rice weight.
• Chop ingredients into small pieces and place on top
of rice without mixing them into the rice.
• Ingredients that do not cook easily should not be
used in large amounts.
• Boll green leaf vegetables separately and add them
after the rice porridge has finished cooking.
• Brown rice cannot be used to make porridge.
1.8 L: 0.5-1.5
Brown Rice
Short/Medium
Grain Brown Rice
BROWN
BROWN
1.0 L:
1-4
> Cooks brown rice.
> If white rice or rinse-free rice is mixed with brown
rice, it may boil over or imperfect cooking may occur.
Therefore, a mixture like this is not recommended.
GABA Brown
Rice
Short/Medium
Grain Brown Rice
GABA BROWN
1.8 L: 2-8
> Activates brown rice for increased nutritional
values. -► pg. 15
Steel Cut
Oatmeal
Steel Cut Oatmeal
STEEL CUT
OATMEAL
STEEL CUT
OATMEAL
1.0 L: 0.5—2.5
1.8 L: 1-3
> Adjust the amount of water according to your
preference.
For firmer oats -* Use less water.
For a more moist porridge -*■Use more water.
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•W hen using rinse-free rice, see pg. 11 & 12 “WHEN COOKING RINSE-FREE RICE”
•W hen measuring rinse-free rice, use the provided green Rinse-Free Measuring Cup.
ESTIMATED COOKING TIME/MENU SETTINGS THAT APPLY PRESSURE
Menu
Settings
that Apply
Pressure
Regular Rice Rinse-Free Rice
1.0 L model 1.8 L m odel 1.0 L m odel 1.8 L model
WHITE
REGULAR
•
Approx. 49 minutes ■ 55 minutes Approx. 52 minutes ■ 58 minutes Approx. 51 minutes ■ 58 minutes Approx. 53 minutes -6 0 minutes
SOFTER
•
Approx. 52 minutes ■ 58 minutes Approx. 55 minutes ■ 61 minutes Approx. 54 minutes ■ 60 minutes Approx. 57 minutes - 66 minutes
HARDER
•
Approx. 47 minutes ■ 55 minutes Approx. 48 minutes ■ 57 minutes Approx. 47 minutes ■ 57 minutes Approx. 52 minutes - 60 minutes
UMAMI
•
Approx. 67 minutes ■ 74 minutes Approx. 70 minutes ■ 82 minutes Approx. 70 minutes ■ 77 minutes Approx. 78 minutes - 85 minutes
QUICK
•
Approx. 26 minutes ■ 35 minutes Approx. 31 minutes ■ 46 minutes Approx. 30 minutes ■ 43 minutes Approx. 32 minutes - 47 minutes
MIXED
•
Approx. 65 minutes ■ 72 minutes Approx. 57 minutes ■ 64 minutes Approx. 68 minutes ■ 74 minutes Approx. 57 minutes - 64 minutes
SUSHI
-----
Approx. 57 minutes ■ 67 minutes Approx. 59 minutes ■ 69 minutes Approx. 57 minutes ■ 67 minutes Approx. 62 minutes - 71 minutes
SWEET
-----
Approx. 57 minutes ■ 65 minutes Approx. 61 minutes ■ 67 minutes Approx. 55 minutes ■ 63 minutes Approx. 62 minutes - 68 minutes
JASMINE
•
Approx. 52 minutes ■ 59 minutes Approx. 54 minutes ■ 63 minutes
-----
PORRIDGE
-----
Approx. 62 minutes ■ 68 minutes Approx. 61 minutes ■ 76 minutes Approx. 62 minutes ■ 68 minutes Approx. 61 minutes - 76 minutes
CONGEE
-----
Approx. 83 minutes ■ 91 minutes Approx. 82 minutes ■ 91 minutes
-----
BROWN
•
Approx. 76 minutes ■ 83 minutes Approx. 64 minutes ■ 80 minutes
-----
GABA BROWN
•
Approx. 198 minutes ■ 205 minutes Approx. 200 minutes ■ 214 minutes
-----
STEEL CUT OATMEAL
-----
Approx. 59 minutes ■ 66 minutes Approx. 60 minutes ■ 66 minutes
- - - - -
•T h e 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).
•T h e 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.
•T h e MIXED menu setting requires a longer cooking time to allow the rice to absorb seasonings. (Takes about 30 minutes for
preheating.)
ACTIVATED BROWN RICE (gaba brow n)
This Rice Cooker has two settings for cooking brown rice. The GABA BROWN setting on the menu activates brown
rice for increased nutritional value.
GABA BROWN SETTING:
When GABA BROWN is selected on the menu, the Rice Cooker will begin activating the brown rice, after which it
will start cooking automatically. During the brown rice activation process, the temperature in the Inner Cooking
Pan is kept at approx. 104°F(approx. 40°C) for approx. 2 hours. Cooking will take longer to complete.
— See “ ESTIMATED COOKING TIME” .
By activating brown rice, GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a naturally occurring nutrient in brown rice, increases
to 150% of the amount contained in non-activated brown rice. This process also makes brown rice softer, thus
making it readily edible.
* What is GABA?
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is a type of amino acid said to lower blood pressure and relieve stress.
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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.
•T h e Extended Keep Warm mode is not available during the following
(the Rice Cooker will beep and automatically start the Regular Keep
Warm mode)
• MIXED, PORRIDGE, CONGEE, BROWN, GABA BROWN, STEEL CUT
OATMEAL menu settings.
k e e p WARM lights
• If 12 hours of Regular 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.
C
O
NGEE
MOWN
GAM
m ow *
SIEELCUl
(HH PW M M [ cpBEGUUB cpEXTtHDEDj)
REGULAR KEEP WARM
> keeps the rice warm at a higher temperature, so the rice develops odors less
When cooking completes, the Rice Cooker automatically switches to Regular
Keep Warm mode and the REGULAR KEEP WARM light turns on.
• To turn on the Regular Keep Warm mode when the Rice Cooker is turned off,
press the KEEP WARM button.
T
u
rns on
(KffPWARW[*REGULAROEXTEHDED
)
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.
1 Check to make sure the
REGULAR KEEP WARM
light is on.
T
h
e EXTENDED KEEP WARM light will
turn on.
T
u
rns on
(KgW ftRHfeREGULABOEXTENDED f
Turns on
(r o W f t lM f Õ R im ft R «EXTENDED j
How to change from Extended Keep
Warm mode to Regular Keep Warm
mode
Press the button.
T
u
rns on
(i(EffWAHMf«REGULftROEXTEHDED ])
The setting will return to Regular Keep Warm mode
and the REGULAR KEEP WARM light will turn on.
• When it returns to Regular Keep Warm mode, the
fan will start to adjust the temperature.
ABOUT KEEP WARM TIMES
• Be sure to observe the length of time for which rice can be kept warm as shown in the table below.
• You cannot select EXTENDED KEEP WARM for menus marked with a “— ”. REGULAR KEEP WARM is automatically selected.
• After cooking, all menus default to Keep Warm mode. However, do not use Keep Warm mode for menus with an “X ” below.
Doing so can cause spoilage and foul odors.
Menu
K E E P
WARM
^^.
WHITE (REGULAR, SOFTER, HARDER)-
UMAMI-QUICK-SUSHI-JASMINE
MIXED-SWEET*1-PORRIDGE-
CONGEE-STEEL CUT OATMEAL
BROWN-
GABA BROWN
REGULAR
KEEP WARM
Up to 12 hours
X
Up to 12 hours
EXTENDED
KEEP WARM
Up to 24 hours
------ ------
• F
o
r each menu setting, after
the time listed in the table
above has elapsed, the
number will begin to blink
as a warning. Consume the
rice as soon as possible.
• F
o
r the menus with an “X ”
above, the number will
begin blinking at “0(h)”.
Do not use Keep Warm
mode for these menus.
V
4
f
i t
U t l
> -V
*1 Since sweet rice is cooked using the SUSHI/SWEET menu setting (see pg. 14), the number on the display will not begin blinking
at “0(h)”. However, do not keep this kind of rice warm.
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KEEPING RICE WARM (cont.)
HOW TO KEEP RICE WARM AGAIN
When you want to keep rice warm after canceling the Keep Warm mode.
Press the
button.
Turns on
The REGULAR KEEP WARM light turns on,
and the time elapsed display returns to “Oh”.
f '
• If the temperature of the rice and the Inner Cooking Pan are low, do not keep
warm again. Trying to keep contents warm again when the rice and Inner
Cooking Pan temperatures are low will cause “0(h)” to blink.
______________
j
O h
(jawaifjmmi QExmoEi |
Turns on
W
h
en 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” on pg. 24 and then using
REGULAR KEEP WARM should be effective. It can be even
more effective to increase the warming temperature, as described
under “Change the Keep Warm Temperature” below.
, r (NOTE>
• If you want to know the current time during Keep
Warm mode, press the f * ) or ▼ button and the
Display will switch. Press the ('T | or [ r j 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
time elapsed will not be displayed. If the Keep Warm
time elapsed display is blinking, you cannot switch.
^ •W
hen keeping rice in the Inner Cooking Pan for later consumption, use the Keep Warm mode.
When you are concerned about foul odors, color
changes or dryness in the rice -
D
e
pending on the region or environment, the Keep Warm temperature may lower, and this can cause foul odors in
the rice. If the Keep Warm temperature rises, this can cause the rice to change color or become dry. If the rice
smells, changes color or becomes dry, try changing the Keep Warm temperature settings as follows.
• REGULAR KEEP WARM and EXTENDED KEEP WARM will change at the same time.
■ How to Change the Keep Warm Temperature Settings
S
e
t the Inner Cooking Pan and
insert the Power Plug into an
electrical outlet.
The
current time
is displayed.
P
re
ss and hold the
RINSE-FREE button for 3
seconds or longer.
P
re
ss the f a ) or to set the temperature.
If you press the Í * 1, the setting changes in the
direction of the If you press the l,jJ> the
setting changes in the direction of the i=>.
If you are worried about odors in the rice, select
[1 ]—[3] to increase the Keep Warm temperature.
I
f
you are worried about changes in color or dryness
in the rice, select [-1]—[-3] to decrease the Keep
Warm temperature.
You will hear 3 beeps
and the current setting
will blink.
(Default setting is “O”.)
n
u
Pre
ss
the RINSE-FREE button.
T
he set
ting is saved when
the setting stops blinking
and you hear 3 beeps.
w
After the beeps, the
display returns to the
current time.
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► i-n n
J
t-uu
r <N O TE>
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• Settings cannot be changed during Cooking, Reheating, Regular
Keep Warm, Extended Keep Warm or Timer Cooking.
• If you are unable to successfully complete the operation the first
time, start again from Step 1.
• Once you change the setting, that setting will be saved even if you
unplug the Power Plug from the electrical outlet.
• If 15 seconds or more elapse without any action while you are
changing the setting, the display will revert to the current time and
the setting will not be changed.
If there is no improvement after you change the Keep Warm temperature setting, return it to the original setting, as the
changed setting may cause odors, color changes or dryness.
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REHEATING RICE
You can use this function during Regular Keep
Warm mode or Extended Keep Warm mode.
•This Reheat function is for reheating the rice during Keep Warm
mode to make the rice hotter. Particularly, when the rice is kept
warm at a lower temperature by the Extended Keep Warm mode, the
Reheat function will reheat the rice to the best serving temperature.
•You can reheat the rice only when the KEEP WARM light is on.
S
T
ART/REHEAT light
WHÍTE REGULAR SOFTER HARD ER )
UMAMI PORRIDGE
QUICK CONGE
MXED BROWN
SUSHI/ GABA
SW kbl BROWN
JA SfiH E
STEEL CUT
O AlM tA L
K g WWW i REGULAR [ EXTENDED
KEEP WARM lights-
L
o
osen and level the surface of the
rice that is being kept warm.
• Be sure to loosen the rice to prevent scorching or the rice from becoming hard.
•T o reheat a small amount of rice, add 1 tablespoon of water for each bowl of
rice (approx. 5.5 oz./approx. 160 g), mix well, and gather the rice toward the
center of the Inner Cooking Pan. Doing so will minimize dryness.
• Be careful not to burn yourself when stirring and loosening rice.
S
T
ART/REHEAT button
M
a
ke sure that the KEEP WARM light is on, and
Press the
button.
Turns on
( k e e p w a r m ( «
'REGULAR O EX TEND ED
If you press the START/REHEAT button
when the REGULAR and EXTENDED
KEEP WARM lights are off, the cooking
process will start.
A melody will sound, and reheating will start.
The KEEP WARM light turns off, the START/REHEAT light blinks,
and the display looks like the one in the illustration.
T
h
e light is on
and rotating.
The estimated time (in minutes) i
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IUICK
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MINE
(k f f P WARM (^R E G U LftR OEXTENDED
Turns o ff
___
S
ta
ndard times required for
reheating
Approx. 4 min. - 8 min.
The melody sounds and
Reheating is finished.
The REGULAR KEEP WARM light
turns on, the START/REHEAT light
turns off, and the Display returns
to the screen from before
reheating.
L
o
osen the rice.
•
Loosen and level the surface of the rice, as the rice at the bottom may be harder.
• Be careful not to burn yourself when stirring and loosening rice.
Do not reheat for the following cases
• Do not use the Reheat function to reheat food other than white rice, as reheating other types of rice may cause scorching or
discoloring.
• Do not repeat the Reheat function as doing so may cause scorching or dryness.
• Do not use the Reheat function if the amount of rice left over is above water level 3 (for 1.0 L model) or 6 (for 1.8 L model) for
WHITE as the rice may not be warmed adequately.
• Do not use the Reheat function if the rice is cold or the temperature of the Inner Cooking Pan is too low as doing so may
cause scorching, foul odors or the rice may become hard.
To cancel the Reheat mode
The
START/REHEAT light
turns off, and the current time
display returns.
To cancel the Reheat mode and return to Keep Warm mode
Press
the ( S ) button.
The START/REHEAT light
turns off, and the KEEP
WARM light turns on.
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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. -*■ pg. 10
• For pre-cooking preparations, see steps 1 through 4 under “BASIC COOKING STEPS” on pg. 11-12
Pres
s the (^MENU^ button to select the desired
Menu setting. - See step 5 under “ BASIC COOKING STEPS” on pg. 12
• he Timer function is not available for QUICK and MIXED menu
settings.
• Do not use the Timer function for SWEET.
T
©
When setting Timer 1 to “7:30”.
(Cooking with the WHITE (REGULAR) menu
setting)
Pres
s the ( t imer ) button to select
© [1] (Timer 1) or © 0 (Timer 2).
The preset time for “Timer 1” and the START/REHEAT light will
blink.
• Press the button again and the preset time for “Timer 2” will
appear.
Pres
s
the f ▲ ]or button to set a
specific time to finish cooking.
The time you wish to
complete cooking.
f a I : 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.
•The time can only be changed when the time display is blinking.
•You do not need to set the time again when using the same settings.
Pres
s
the
button.
The melody sounds and the Timer setting is complete.
The START/REHEAT light turns off, and the time you wish to finish
cooking and the TIMER light turn on.
•T h e START/REHEAT button must be pressed to set the TIMER.
• Cooking will be completed at the specified time. -*■ See step 7 under
“ BASIC COOKING STEPS” on pg. 13
•T o cancel the Timer setting while using the Timer function, press the
CANCEL button.
T
u
rns on
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USING THE TIMER TO COOK RICE (cont.)
Suggested Lengths for the Timer Setting
Regular Rice
Rinse-Free Rice
1.0 L model 1
.8
L model
1.0 L model
1
.8
L model
WHITE
REGULAR
1
hour
10
minutes — 13 hours
1
hour
10
minutes — 13 hours
SOFTER
1
hour
10
minutes - 13 hours 1 hour 15 minutes - 13 hours
1
hour 15 minutes — 13 hours
HARDER
1
hour
10
minutes — 13 hours
1
hour
10
minutes — 13 hours
UMAMI
1 hour 25 minutes - 13 hours 1 hour 35 minutes - 13 hours
1 hour 30 minutes - 13 hours 1 hour 35 minutes - 13 hours
SUSHI
1
hour
20
minutes — 13 hours
1
hour
20
minutes — 13 hours
JASMINE
1
hour
10
minutes - 13 hours 1 hour 15 minutes - 13 hours
—
PORRIDGE
1 hour 20 minutes - 13 hours 1 hour 25 minutes - 13 hours
1 hour 20 minutes - 13 hours 1 hour 25 minutes - 13 hours
CONGEE 1 hour 40 minutes — 13 hours
—
BROWN
1 hour 35 minutes - 13 hours 1 hour 30 minutes - 13 hours —
GABA BROWN
3 hours 35 minutes - 13 hours 3 hours 45 minutes - 13 hours
—
STEEL CUT OATMEAL
1
hour 15 minutes — 13 hours
—
m a z B B
• 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 13 hours or less
(8
hours or less for rinse-free rice and steel cut oatmeal), especially
during summer, to prevent the soaked rice from spoiling due to the higher room temperature.
( NOTE)
•The estimated time until cooking completion will not be displayed when the Timer is set.
• If the Timer is set for less than the suggested length, a beep will sound, the Rice Cooker will start cooking
immediately, and the estimated time until cooking completion will be displayed.
•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 | T | or ▼ button and the Display will
switch.
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RECIPES
r
The measurements
used In these
Recipes
11
Tablespoon = 0.5 oz. (15 mL)
1
1
teaspoon = 0.2 oz. (5 mL)
Measure
the rice with the provided Measuring Cup.
White rice, sweet rice, jasmine white rice, brown rice, and
steel cut oatmeal-’Use the clear Measuring Cup for most types of rice.
(1 Cup = approx. 6.1 ozJapprox. 180 mL)
Rinse-free rice
......
Use the green Measuring Cup for rinse-free white rice only
(
1
Cup = approx. 5.8 ozJapprox. 171 mL)
_____________________________
J
C
O
NGEE
Menu Setting:! CONGEE
1.0 L model Ingredients (4-5 servings)
0.5 cup Jasmine white rice
2 cans (29 oz.) Chicken Broth (33% reduced salt; 14.5 oz./can)
1
tsp. Sesame oil
1/2 Tbsp. Shaoxing wine (Chinese rice wine)
Ginger (julienne cut) as needed
1 piece Dried scallop meat
Salt as needed
White pepper as needed
Green onion (chopped into small pieces) to taste
1
.
8 L model ingredients (8-10 servings)
1 cup Jasmine white rice
4 cans (58 oz.) Chicken Broth (33% reduced salt; 14.5 oz./can)
2
tsp. Sesame oil
1 Tbsp. Shaoxing wine (Chinese rice wine)
Ginger (julienne cut) as needed
.2 pieces Dried scallop meat
Salt as needed
White pepper as needed
Green onion (chopped into small pieces) to taste
How to cook
1 Clean the jasmine white rice, add the chicken broth, pour
water to 0.5 (for the 1.0 L model) or 1 (for the 1.8 L model) for
CONGEE, and then mix well from the bottom of the
Inner Cooking Pan.
2 Place "A” on top of the ingredients from Step 1 and level
the surface.
* Do not mix the ingredients with the rice. Changing the
amounts of rice and ingredients may cause imperfect
cooking.
3 Press the MENU button, select CONGEE, and then
press the START/REHEAT button to start cooking.
4 When cooking is complete, season with salt and white
pepper.
5 Serve in bowls and garnish with green onions as
desired.
HAND-ROLLED SUSHI
Menu Setting: j SUSHI/SWEET
When using rinse-free rice, select [ RINSE-FREE [.
Ingredients (4-5 servings)
3 cups Rice
Mixed vinegar
4 Tbsp. Rice vinegar
1 Tbsp. Sugar
1-1/2 tsp. Salt
Suggested Toppings
Sashimi (tuna, squid, prawns, etc.)
Japanese 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
H
o
w to cook
1 Clean rice well and fill the Inner Cooking Pan with water to
water level 3 for SUSHI.
2 Press the MENU button, select SUSHI/SWEET and press the
START/REHEAT button to start cooking.
3 When cooking is complete, place the rice into a place the rice
into a separate 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 Non
(seaweed). You can also use a lettuce leaf to wrap your
hand-rolled sushi.
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RECIPES (cont.)
SWEET RICE COOKED WITH ADZUKI BEANS Menu Setting:
SUSHI/SWEET
Boil the adzuki beans, separate them into beans and
stock, and then cool them at room temperature before use.
Cooking adzuki beans that have not been boiled first
will lead to the beans Increasing In size. This may lead
to burns due to problems such as the Pressure Control
Valve and Safety Valve clogging. When adjusting the
amount of water, add the stock as a substitute for water.
Ingredients (4-5 servings)
3 cups Sweet rice
2 oz. (50 g) Adzuki beans
Salt with parched sesame to taste
How to cook
1 Clean rice and drain in a strainer for about 30 minutes.
2 Rinse the adzuki beans, put into a saucepan with 2 cups of
water and boil for 2 minutes. Then add 3 cups of water and
boil for 20 minutes until the beans become soft enough to
break by pressing with your fingertip. Drain the beans but
keep the stock.
3 Put the rice from Step 1 into the Inner Cooking Pan, add the
stock from Step 2, and pour water to water level 3 for
SWEET. Mix the ingredients well, stirring from the bottom of
the pan, place the adzuki beans from Step 2 on top and level
the surface.____________________________________________^
• Do not mix the ingredients with the rice. Changing the
amounts of rice and ingredients may cause imperfect
cooking.
4 Press the MENU button and select SUSHI/SWEET and
press the START/REHEAT button to start cooking.
5 When cooking is complete, loosen the rice. Serve in a
bowl and sprinkle the salt with parched sesame on top.
• When adding regular white rice or rinse-free rice to the
sweet rice, add water to slightly above the water level
for SWEET.
Menu Setting: I MIXED]
When using rinse-free rice, select 1 RINSE-FREE ].
Ingredients (4-5 servings)
3 cups Rice
4-6 pieces Prawns
4-6 pieces clams (mussels, if available)
5.3 oz. (150 g) Squid
3 pieces Green peppers
2 Tbsp. Olive oil
1/2 tsp. Salt
' 1 cube Soup stock (cube)
1/2 tsp. Saffron
(1/2 tsp. Turmeric can be substituted)
How to cook
1 Peel and devein prawns. Remove sand from clams and wash.
Cut squid into small pieces. Cut green peppers into small
cubes.
2
Stir-fry ingredients from Step 1 with olive oil. Season with salt
and cover with lid until clam shells open up. Put the
ingredients aside and reserve 2 Tbsp. of the liquid.
3 Finely chop soup stock cubes.
4 Rinse rice and add water to cover the rice. Add “A” to
the Inner Cooking Pan and fill with more water to water
level 3 for WHITE. Mix well from the bottom of the pan.
5 Press the MENU button, select MIXED and press the
START/REHEAT button to start cooking.
6 Whe
n cooking is complete, open the Outer Lid, add the
ingredients from Step 2 along with the reserved liquid
and mix well with the rice. Serve immediately.
When cooking rice with additional ingredients and/or seasonings
Seasonings
• Seasonings should be diluted with soup stock or water and then added to the rice. After adjusting the amount of
water, stir thoroughly. If the seasonings are added directly to the rice or if not mixed properly, scorching or
imperfect cooking may occur.
Ingredients
• Chop ingredients into small pieces and place evenly on top of the rice (do not mix into the rice).
•The recommended amount of ingredients should be about 30-50% of the rice volume. Excessive amount of
additional ingredients may not cook properly.
• Pre-cook ingredients that do not cook easily.
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C
L
EANING AND MAINTENANCE
• Clean the Rice Cooker
thoroughly after every use.
• 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, Steam Vent Set and Spatula Holder correctly.
D
o
not wash using
sponges with hard
surfaces.
T
H
E EXTERIOR
O
p
en Button
Control Panel
Air Intake Duct
Steam Vent Set
- pg. 26
Steam Vent Set Receptacle
^ Exhaust Duct
Power Plug/
Power Cord
(bottom back of the Main Body)
W
ipe
clean with a well-wrung soft cloth.
• If 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.)
If the Open Button becomes clogged
with rice or other matter, remove with
a bamboo skewer.
• Otherwise the Outer Lid may not open.
Wipe with a dry soft cloth.
(bottom front of the Main Body)
Remove the Steam Vent Set,
and wipe the Outer Lid with a
well-wrung soft cloth.
Wipe with a dry
soft cloth.
Clean using a vacuum cleaner (once a month).
If you use the Rice Cooker while there is dust or other matter
stuck to the Air Intake Duct or Exhaust Duct, the internal
temperature may become abnormally high, resulting in
breakdown.
A
ir
Intake
Duct
Exhaust
Duct
I
nn
er Cooking Pan (-* pg. 6)/Spatula
V .
Wash using a neutral kitchen deterç lent and
a soft sponge.
• Do not use polishing powder, metal or
nylon scrubbing brushes.
• Handle gently. Do not strike it or rub it
too hard.
V M
e
asuring Cup/Spatula Holder
j
Wash using a soft sponge.
To wash thoroughly, use a neutral kitchen detergent.
0
6 Í
V
. J
r IF THERE IS AN ODOR
Fill
th
e Inner Cooking Pan with water up to water
level 1 for WHITE for 1.0 L model, and water level 2
for 1.8 L model.
• Do not put other matter such as kitchen detergents in the
Inner Cooking Pan.
Cl
ose
the Outer Lid and press the
(
( m
e n u )
button to
select the QUICK menu setting.
W
h
en a melody/beep sounds and the Rice
Cooker switches to the Keep Warm mode, press
bu
tto
n.
Wa
it
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.
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THE INTERIOR
Pressure Control Valve
Push the ball inside the
Pressure Control Valve with
your finger to make sure it is
not clogged with foreign matter.
If it becomes clogged with rice
or other matter, remove it with
a bamboo skewer.
• Immediately after
cooking, It will be
very hot and can cause burns, so
please do not touch it.
C \
Rinse
in warm or cold water, wash using a soft sponge, and wipe
thoroughly dry.
• If scratched or left with rice, other matter, or moisture on the surface, brown
discoloration and rusting or peeling may occur.
• Do not disassemble. Doing so may cause breakdown.
(Front)
Filter Receptacle
If it becomes clogged with rice or
other matter, remove it with a
bamboo skewer.
Inner Lid Gasket
-----
• Remove rice or other matter. If not removed, steam may leak through, rice may
dry, or cooking and Keep Warm may be imperfect.
•T h e Inner Lid Gasket cannot be removed.
Inner Lid Filter
/
-----------------------------
If it becomes
clogged with rice or
other matter,
remove it with a
bamboo skewer.
• Detach and clean the
Inner Lid Filter after
every use.
Safety Valve
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE (cont.)
^
• HOW TO DET
ACH
AND ATTACH THE
INNER LID SET
- pg. 27
• HOW TO DETACH
AND ATTACH THE
INNER LID FILTER
- pg- 27
______
Push the Safety Valve with your finger 2
to 3 times to make sure that it moves
smoothly. If it becomes clogged with
rice or other matter, remove it with a
bamboo skewer.
24
LEANING AND MAINTENANCE (cont.)
Lid Hooks
Side Sensor
Condensation Collecting Area
— Hook Holes of the Main Body
— Gap Between the Main Body and Outer Lid
(Shaded Area)
Outer Lid Gasket
f -------------------------------------------------------------------\
C
Remove rice or other
matter with a bamboo
skewer.
• If the Outer Lid isn’t
completely closed, cooking
may be prevented for the
sake of safety, or the Outer
Lid may not open.
Remove rice or other matter with a bamboo
skewer.
• If the Outer Lid isn’t completely closed, cooking may
be prevented for the sake of safety, or the Outer Lid
Wipe with a well-wrung soft cloth. Remove
any rice or residue on the inside of the Outer
Lid.
• If left dirty or wet, the color may change to brown or
rust may form.
• Hold the Outer Lid securely while cleaning.
Wipe with a well-wrung soft cloth. Remove
any rice or residue.
• The Outer Lid Gasket cannot be removed.
Wipe with a well-wrung soft cloth.
If it becomes clogged with rice or other matter,
remove it with a bamboo skewer.
Wipe with a well-wrung soft cloth.
Wipe off stuck-on rice or other matter using a
well-wrung-out soft cloth.
• The Outer Lid may not open if it is closed with rice or
other matter left in this area.
25
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE (cont.)
HOW TO CLEAN THE STEAM VENT SET Please allow the Rice Cooker to cool down before cleaning.
Wash the outside and inside of the Steam Vent Set
under running water.
( h o w t o d e t a c h t h e s t e a m v e n t s e t )
Hold the rear part and pull up.
H
OW TO ATTACH THE STEAM VENT SET )C
Hold the rear part and push down.
(
H
OW TO REMOVE THE STEAM VENT CASE )
Turn the Steam Vent Case counterclockwise,
align the “A ” mark of the Steam Vent Case
with the “v ” mark on the Steam Vent Cap and
remove. (©)
( h
o
w TO ATTACH THE STEAM VENT CASE
)
Align the “A ” mark of the Steam Vent Case
with the “v ” mark on the Steam Vent Cap.
Then turn the Steam Vent Case clockwise to
reattach firmly. (©)
( h
o
w
TO DETACH AND ATTACH THE STEAM VENT GASKE
T
)
I
Insert
a
toothpick in the small opening to remove
the Steam Vent Gasket.
ê M i
k
M A u L U l I
Attach the Steam Vent Gasket to the groove of
the Steam Vent Cap firmly.
Make sure that the Steam Vent Gasket is not twisted.
•A n incorrectly attached Steam Vent Gasket may cause steam
or condensation to leak.
2
6
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE (cont.)
HOW TO DETACH AND ATTACH THE INNER LID SET
HOW TO DETACH THE INNER LID SET
Hold the Inner Lid Knob (©) and
push up the Inner Lid Set Holder
(@) to detach.
• Do not pull the Inner Lid Knobs
toward you without pressing the
Inner Lid Set Holder. (May cause
the Inner Lid Set and Outer Lid to
break.)
H
O
W TO ATTACH THE INNER LID SET
Insert the fixtures found at the bottom
sides of the Inner Lid Set into the Outer Lid
and push it toward the Outer Lid until you
hear it click into place.
• Do not catch the Outer Lid Gasket on the Inner
Lid Set when attaching the Inner Lid Set. Also, do
not push on the Inner Lid Gasket to attach the
Inner Lid Set.
v
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ /
Fix
ture Holder
Inner Lid Set Holder
Outer Lid Gasket
Inner Lid Set Holder
Inner Lid Knobs
HOW TO DETACH AND ATTACH THE INNER LID FILTER
HOW TO DETACH THE INNER LID FILTER
Slide the Inner Lid Filter up with one hand
while holding the Inner Lid Set in the other
hand.
Inn
er
Lid Set
O x
Do not pull out.
(CAUTION)
Do not pull the Inner Lid Filter out toward
ou. Always slide it up.
Inner Lid Filter
HOW TO ATTACH THE INNER LID FILTER
Fit the fixtures on both sides of the Inner Lid
Filter to the attachments on the Inner Lid Set
and slide the Inner Lid Filter down until you
hear it click into place.
Fixtures
-
(Located at 2 positions:
right & left edge)
Fixture Holder
(Located at 2 positions:
right & left edge)
27
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE points before calling for se
P
r
oblems
Cause (Points to check)
COOKING
RICE
Rice cooks too
hard or too soft
• Increase or decrease water by 1-2 mm from the Water Level Line according to your preference.
• If the amount of water is adjusted with the Rice Cooker on a tilted surface, the amount of water
may be too high or too low, which will lead to changes in the hardness of the cooked rice.
• 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.
• Using the QUICK menu settings may result in harder or wet rice.
- » Please try using the WHITE (REGULAR) or UMAMI menu setting.
• Make sure the Inner Cooking Pan has not deformed.
• Rice may not have been cleaned sufficiently, leaving too much bran on the rice.
• Did you measure white rice with the White Rice Measuring Cup and not the green Rinse-Free
Rice Measuring Cup?
• 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 Set?
-» Wipe them off.
• JASMINE white rice may be slightly harder than normal.
-» To make it softer, fill the water slightly higher than the marked line on the Inner Cooking
Pan (to a point within half the distance to the next marked line) 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 bottom of the Inner Cooking Pan or on the Side Sensor.
• Rice may not have been cleaned sufficiently, leaving too much bran on the rice.
• If 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.
• Make sure the Inner Cooking Pan has not deformed.
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.
Boils over while
cooking
• Make sure the Steam Vent Set is attached.
• Rice may not have been cleaned sufficiently, leaving too much bran on the rice.
• Make sure the Inner Cooking Pan has not deformed.
• Did you use the wrong Menu setting or amount of water? pg. 14
When cooking using the PORRIDGE, CONGEE, or STEEL CUT OATMEAL menu setting, 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.” on pg. 13
Unable to start
cooking or the
buttons do not
respond
• Make sure the Power Plug is plugged in securely.
• Does the Display show “ E01 or “E02” pg. 31” ? -►
• Was the Inner Cooking Pan inserted correctly?
-»Set the Inner Cooking Pan correctly.
• Is the REGULAR KEEP WARM or EXTENDED KEEP WARM light on?
-*•Press the CANCEL button and press the START/REHEAT button.
• Is the Outer Lid closed securely?
Push down on the Outer Lid securely until you hear it click shut.
• Foreign matter such as rice may be stuck to the Hook Holes of the Main Body.
-*• Remove it with a bamboo skewer and push down on the Outer Lid until you hear it click
shut.
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 Inner Lid
Gasket is not torn.
• Has the Inner Lid Gasket become soiled?
-»Clean the Inner Lid Gasket.
• Make sure that the Pressure Release Ball in the Pressure Control Valve is not stuck and can
move freely.
• Make sure that the hole of the Safety Valve is not clogged and that foreign matter is not stuck
on it.
• Make sure the Outer Lid Gasket is not caught on Inner Lid Set.
-»Reattach the Inner Lid Set correctly.
• Make sure that the holes of the Inner Lid Filter are not clogged and that foreign matter is not stuck
on them.
-»If this part is dirty, clean it.
• Make sure the Inner Cooking Pan has not deformed.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (cont.)
Problems
Cause (Points to check)
COOKING
RICE/
KEEP
WARM
A noise is heard
during Cooking/
Keep Warm
• The noise is the microprocessor (MICOM) adjusting the heat power of the Rice Cooker.
• The rotary noise is the internal fan operating to release excess heat.
• The low noise is the pressure level being controlled during cooking.
• The mechanical noise is the sound of the device that controls the pressure level during cooking.
• The rolling noise is the movement of the Pressure Release Ball in the Pressure Control Valve,
controlling the pressure level.
• The hissing sound from pressure being released may be heard when rice completes cooking.
• The mechanical noise and rolling noise heard immediately after cooking is initiated or when the
Timer is set are for making sure the Outer Lid is closed securely.
• The whistling noise warns that the Pressure Control Valve or Safety Valve is clogged. A louder
noise may be heard when pressure is released.
Press and hold the CANCEL button for more than 1 second to cancel cooking. The
pressure inside the Inner Cooking Pan may become too high because of the clogged
Pressure Control Valve or Safety Valve. (If this happens, be cautious of the Steam Vent
as steam will be forced out.) Clean the Inner Lid Set and Outer Lid after the IpressureI
indicator disappears from the Display.
The Reheat
function does
not work
• Has the Keep Warm mode been canceled? -► pg. 18
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, leaving too much bran on the rice.
• Some odor may remain after cooking mixed rice.
-*■ Clean the Inner Cooking Pan thoroughly and perform “IF THERE IS AN ODOR” on pg. 23
• 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. -*• pg. 9
• Was the Extended Keep Warm mode used for 24 hours or more? (This may differ depending on
the menu setting.) -► pg. 16
• 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” on pg. 24
and then using REGULAR KEEP WARM on pg. 16 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 Regular Keep Warm mode used for 12 hours or more or the Extende
-
d
*■
Keep Warm mode
used for 24 hours or more? (This may differ depending on the menu setting.) pg. 16
• The type of rice and water used may make the rice appear yellow.
• If you’re worried because the rice changes color or is dry, see “Change the Keep Warm
Temperature” on pg. 17. It may be effective to reduce the Keep Warm temperature.
Extended Keep
Warm is not
accepted
• Did you select a menu setting for which the Extended Keep Warm mode is not available? pg. 16-►
• 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 Display does
not show the elapsed
Keep Warm time
• Does the Display show the current time?
Press the Time Setting buttons to change the display. pg. 17 “ NOTE.”
The Keep Warm
elapsed time display
is blinking
• If the temperature of the rice is low, or if the Keep Warm time has exceeded 24 hours for
Extended Keep Warm mode or 12 hours for Regular Keep Warm mode, the Keep Warm elapsed
time will blink. (This may differ depending on the menu setting.) -► pg. 16
Beeps sound during
Keep Warm mode
• The beeps remind you to loosen the rice after cooking completes. Loosen the rice and close
the Outer Lid.
-*•
• Is the Outer Lid open? Close the Outer Lid.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (com.)
Problems
Cause (Points to check)
TIMER
COOKING
The Rice Cooker
starts cooking
immediately after
the Timer is set
• Is the current time set correctly? -*■ The clock is displayed in 24-hour (military) time. Please
check and set it again.
• If the Timer is set to a shorter time than suggested, the Rice Cooker will begin cooking
immediately.
The rice is not
ready at the set
time
• Is the current time set correctly? -*• The clock is displayed in 24-hour (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.
The Timer cannot
beset
• Did you press the START/REHEAT button after setting the time?
-» The START/REHEAT button must be pressed to complete setting the Timer.
• Is “7:00” blinking on the Display?
-*■Unless the current time is set, the Timer function will not be accepted. -► pg. 10
• Have you selected a Menu setting that doesn’t work with the Timer function?
-» The Timer function is not available in the QUICK and MIXED menu settings.
• Is the Outer Lid closed securely?
Close the Outer Lid securely.
• Foreign matter such as rice may be stuck to the Hook Holes of the Main Body.
-» Remove it with a bamboo skewer and push down on the Outer Lid securely until you
hear it click shut.
OTHER
The Outer Lid
won’t close or is
difficult to close
• Is rice or other foreign matter stuck to the area around the Lid Hooks, the Hook Holes of the Main
Body, between the Main Body and the Outer Lid, on the Inner Lid Gasket, the Pressure Control
Valve, the Safety Valve, or the Steam Vent? -*■ Remove the foreign matter. -► pg. 24
• Is the Inner Lid Set attached correctly? -» If the Inner Lid Set is not attached when the Inner
Cooking Pan has been placed inside the Main Body, the Outer Lid is constructed so that it
will not close, for safety’s sake. This is not a malfunction.
• In order to allow high-pressure rice cooking, the gaskets are extremely airtight. When closing the
Outer Lid, you may feel resistance. Push down on the Outer Lid slowly and securely until you hear
it click shut.
The Outer Lid
cannot be opened
•The Outer Lid is locked during high-pressure rice cooking and cannot be opened. If it is necessary
to open the Outer Lid during cooking, press and hold the CANCEL button for 1 second or longer.
- See “IMPORTANT” on pg. 13.
• If 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.
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.
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 pg. 23 “IF THERE IS AN ODOR” .
You hear a sound
when opening or
closing the Outer Lid
•The rattling sound you hear when opening and closing the Outer Lid is the sound of the Pressure
Release Ball moving.
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.
When power
failure occurs
• If too many appliances are used simultaneously, an overload may occur and the breaker will cut
off the electricity.
If another appliance is plugged into 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.
Sparks from the
Power Plug
•There may be sparks when plugging in or unplugging the Power Plug from the electrical outlet.
This is common in IH rice cookers, and does not indicate a malfunction.
The estimated time
until cooking
completion is not
displayed
•When pots of rice are cooked consecutively, the estimated time will not be displayed until the
Main Body cools down, but the rice cooking will start. This is not a malfunction.
There is rust colored
dirt 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.
- pg. 24
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ERROR DISPLAYS AND THEIR MEANINGS
Panel Display
Cause (Points to check)
Error
Display
C n i
C u •
C n j
C U C
C n i
C U •
C *3
L * J
• Indicates malfunction.
-» Please contact the store where you purchased the Rice Cooker or Zojirushi
Customer Service.
C n £
L UC
• In case of voltage abnormality, the unit automatically stops to prevent a breakdown.
-» Recheck the rated voltage of the outlet to see if it complies with the Rice
Cooker. If not, use another outlet.
r i
t t i
n i <
► The Outer Lid is not completely closed.
-» Press the CANCEL button, make sure that the Outer Lid is completely closed,
and then press the START/REHEAT button. If this does not solve the problem,
please contact the store where you purchased the Rice Cooker or Zojirushi
Customer Service.
• T
he temperature of the Lid Sensor or the Side Sensor is too high.
-» Press the CANCEL button and open the Outer Lid for more than 50 minutes
and allow the interior to cool down. (Be careful not to burn yourself.) To cool
faster, see pg. 13.
H 0 S'
• The Inner Cooking Pan is not inserted.
-» Set the Inner Cooking Pan securely.
The
Dis
play is blank
• Is the Power Plug unplugged from the electrical outlet?
-» The Display turns off when the Power Plug is not connected.
1:00 blinks when the
Power Plug is connected
• The built-in lithium battery is dead.
The Display will turn off and stored information (current time, menu selection, and Keep
Warm settings) will be erased when the Power Plug is unplugged from the electrical
outlet. However, the Rice Cooker will function normally once the Power Plug is
connected and the time is set.
If rice is cooked while the display shows a blinking 7 the current time will not be
shown during the cooking process.
'-GO,
-» Contact Zojirushi Customer Service to have the lithium battery replaced (a fee
will be charged for the replacement).
I PRESSURE I is blinking
• The Rice Cooker has stopped cooking while there is still pressure inside. Please wait
until the PRESSURE indicator disappears from the Display (approx. 5-10 minutes.) Use
of the buttons will not be accepted while the PRESSURE indicator is blinking.
Odd Display
• Unplug the Power Cord and plug it in again.
(If the Display shows a blinking , please reset the time.) -► pg. 10
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
• Please replace damaged parts for optimum performance.
•W hen 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
Part Name Part Number
Inner Lid Set (1.0 L model)
C162-GR
Inner Lid Set (1.8 L model)
C163-GR
Inner Cooking Pan (1.0 L model)
B572-6B
Inner Cooking Pan (1.8 L model)
B573-6B
Spatula SHAKN-6B
Spatula Holder
618112-00
Measuring Cup for most types of rice (Clear Cup)
615784-00
Measuring Cup for rinse-free white rice only (Green Cup)
617824-00
Inner Lid Filter
BU201011L-00
SPECIFICATIONS
Model No.
NP-NW C10 NP-N W C18
Cooking
Capacity
(approx. L)
[cups] *1
WH ITE (Short/medium grain white rice)
(REGULAR,
c n n c D
HARDER)
0.09-1.0 [0 .5 -5.5 ] 0.18-1.8
[1-10]
Rinse-Free Rice 0 .0 9 -0 .9 4
[0 .5 -5.5 ]
0.17-1.71
[1-10]
UMAMI (Short/medium grain white rice)
0.09-1.0 [0 .5 -5.5 ]
0.18-1.8
[1-10]
Rinse-Free Rice 0 .0 9 -0 .9 4
[0 .5 -5.5 ]
0.17-1.71
[1-10]
Q UICK (Short/medium grain white rice)
0.09-1.0 [0 .5 -5.5 ]
0.18-1.8
[1-10]
Rinse-Free Rice
0.0 9 -0 .9 4 [0 .5-5.5 ]
0.17-1.71
[1-10]
MIXED (Short/medium grain white rice)
0.09-0 .72 [0 .5 -4] 0.36-1.08 [2- 6 ]
Rinse-Free Rice
0.0 9 -0 .6 8 [0 .5 -4] 0.34-1.03 [2- 6 ]
SUSHI (Short/medium grain white rice)
0.09-1.0 [0 .5 -5.5 ] 0.18-1.8
[1-10]
Rinse-Free Rice
0.0 9 -0 .9 4 [0 .5-5.5 ]
0.17-1.71
[1-10]
SW EET (Sweet rice only or sweet rice +
short/medium grain white rice)
0.18-0.72 [1 -4] 0.36-1.08 [2-6]
Rinse-Free Rice 0.17-0.68
[1 -4]
0.3 4-1.03 [2- 6 ]
JASM INE
0.09-1.0 [0 .5 -5.5 ] 0.18-1.8
[1-10]
PORRIDGE (Short/medium grain white rice)
0 .0 9-0 .2 7
[0.5-1.5]
0.0 9 -0 .45 [0.5 -2.5]
Rinse-Free Rice
0 .0 9-0 .2 6 [0.5-1.5] 0 .0 9-0.4 3 [0 .5 -2.5 ]
CONG EE 0.09-0.18 [0.5-1]
0 .09-0 .2 7 [0.5-1.5]
BROWN (Short/medium grain brown rice) 0.18-0.72 [1 -4]
0.3 6-1.44
[2- 8 ]
GABA BROWN (Short/medium grain brown rice)
0.18-0.72 [1 -4] 0.36-1.44
[2- 8 ]
STEEL CUT OATMEAL
0.0 9 -0 .4 5 [0.5 -2.5 ]
0.1 8-0.54
[1-3 ]
Rating
AC 120 V 60 Hz
Electric Consumption
1240 W
1370 W
Average Power Consumption during Keep Warm
29 W 36 W
Rice Cooking System
PRESSURE IH System
Power Cord Length
3' 3" (1.0 m)
<appro
x.
in
ch> 10-1/8 (W) x 15-3/ 8 (D)
x 8 - 5/8 (H) (16-3/8*2) 11 -Vfe (W) x 1
6
-V
2
(D)
x 1 0 -1/8 (H) (18-% *2)
<approx. cm> 25.5 (W) x 39 (D) x 22 (H) (41.5 *2) 28 (W) x 42 (D) x 25.5 (H) (47.5 *2)
Weight
approx. 13 lbs. ( approx. 5.5 kg )
approx. 15 lbs. (
approx. 6.5 kg)
•T h e 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 uncooked rice. Other grains may vary.
*2 Height with the Outer Lid open.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES
A ccording to 47CFR, Part 2 and 18
We, Zojirushi America Corporation,
Located at : 19310 Pacific Gateway Drive, Suite 101 Torrance. CA 90502. USA
Telephone Number : 310-769-1900
Declare under sole responsibility that the product:
Trade Name: ZOJIRUSHI
Kind of equipment: Electric Rice Cooker & Warmer
Model Name: NP-NWC10, NP-NWC18
Complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 18 of the FCC rules as a Consumer, Industrial, Scientific and
medical equipment. Each product marketed, is identical to the representative unit tested and
found to be compliant with the standards.
Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be
within the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as
required by 47CFR §2.909.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
The above named party is responsible for ensuring thaUthe equipment complies with the
standards of 47CFR §18.301 to 18.311.
Si
g
nature of Party Responsible:
Date of issue: January 21. 2020
www.zojirushi.com
FOR CALIFORNIA USA ONLY
This product contains a CR Coin Lithium Battery which
contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply.
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