I have one but the rice seems to stick and sometimes start to burn in the bottom. I do follow the directions. Any suggestions?

I have this rice cooker and what always works for me is unplugging it as soon as it is done and letting it sit for about 10 minutes, letting it cool off a bit, it comes out clean without using any oil, grease, or butter. I find that if I try to take it out right away the rice has extra moisture on it and sticks to the pot and if it is still warming it will start to burn the rice so unplugging it is best. I do rise the rice once before putting it in just to rinse off any residue. For jasmine rice 1 1/4 cup water for 1 cup of rice, for brown rice 2 1/4 cups of water for 1 cup of rice.

Does it cook quinoa easily?

Absolutely! Just like you're cooking rice. I put a tad more water though, probably 25% more than called for so that it comes out a little more tender and fluffier. Other than that it's really no different than cooking the rice. For awesome quinoa add seasoning to your water or better yet, broth!

Is the steaming tray BPA free?

Thank you for contacting AROMA Housewares. The steam tray is constructed of BPA free plastic.

I love oatmeal and recently read you can cook old fashioned steel cut oats in some rice cookers. Can this cook oatmeal?

Yes, it does overflow and makes horrible mess if you shut the lid when cooking the steel-cut oats. I just leave the lid up and let it cook that way. I save time by starting with hot water as well. Since it takes a good 20 minutes to cook steel cut oats it's nice because it will go to that warm setting and it's still cooking them.

Aroma Housewares ARC-914SBD Rice Cooker & Food Steamer User Manual

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Instruction Manual

Rice Cooker · Multicooker

ARC-954SBD

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Aroma

8-Cup Digital Rice Cooker/Multicooker. In almost no time, you’ll be making delicious rice at the touch of a button!

Whether long, medium or short grain, this cooker is specially calibrated to prepare all varieties of rice, including tough-to-cook whole grain brown rice, to uy perfection.

In addition to rice, your new Aroma

Rice Cooker/Multicooker is ideal for healthy, one-pot meals. The convenient steam tray inserts directly over the rice, allowing you to

cook moist, fresh meats and vegetables at the same time in the same pot. Steaming foods locks in their natural avor and nutrients without added oil or fat, for meals that

are as nutritious and low-calorie as they are easy.

But it doesn’t end there. Your new rice cooker is also great for soups, stews, stocks, gumbos, jambalaya, breakfast frittata, dips and even desserts! Several delicious

recipes are included at the back of this manual, and even more are available online at www.AromaCo.com.

This manual contains instructions for using your rice cooker and its convenient pre-programmed digital settings, as well as all of the accessories included. There are also

helpful measurement charts for cooking rice and steaming.

For more information on your Aroma

rice cooker, or for product service, recipes and other home appliance solutions, please visit us online at www.AromaCo.com.

Published By:

Aroma Housewares Co.

6469 Flanders Drive

San Diego, CA 92121

U.S.A.

1-800-276-6286

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1. Important:Readallinstructionscarefullybeforerstuse.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the handles or knobs.

3. Use only on a level, dry and heat-resistant surface.

4. To protect against re, electric shock and injury to persons, do not

immerse cord, plug or the appliance in water or any other liquid. See

instructions for cleaning.

5. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near

children.

6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow unit

to cool before putting on or taking o parts and before cleaning the

appliance.

7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after

the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.

Contact Aroma

customer service for examination, repair or

adjustment.

8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Aroma

Housewares may result in re, electrical shock or injury.

9. Do not use outdoors.

10. Do not let cord touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of a

counter or table.

11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated

oven.

12. Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.

13. Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance

containing rice, hot oil or other liquids.

14. Do not touch, cover or obstruct the steam vent on the top of the rice

cooker as it is extremely hot and may cause scalding.

Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances, including the following:

15. Use only with a 120V AC power outlet.

16. Always unplug from the base of the wall outlet. Never pull on the

cord.

17. The rice cooker should be operated on a separate electrical circuit

from other operating appliances. If the electrical circuit is overloaded

with other appliances, the appliance may not operate properly.

18. Always make sure the outside of the inner cooking pot is dry prior

to use. If the inner pot is returned to the cooker when wet, it may

damage or cause the product to malfunction.

19. Use extreme caution when opening the lid during or after cooking.

Hot steam will escape and may cause scalding.

20. Rice should not be left in the inner cooking pot with the Keep-Warm

function on for more than 12 hours.

21. To prevent damage or deformation, do not use the inner cooking

pot on a stovetop or burner.

22. To disconnect, rst power o the unit, then remove the plug from

the wall outlet.

23. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, cook only in the removable

inner cooking pot provided.

24. To avoid spills and burns, do not carry rice cooker by the lid handle.

25. Do not wrap or tie cord around appliance.

26. Intended for countertop use only.

27. WARNING: Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance

and cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of

counter, never use outlet below counter, and never use with an

extension cord.

28. Do not use for deep frying.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONT.) / BEFORE FIRST USE

Polarized Plug

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other); follow the instructions below:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to t into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully into the outlet, reverse

the plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk resulting from it being grabbed by children, becoming entangled in, or tripping over a longer cord.

1. Read all instructions and important safeguards.

2. Remove all packaging materials and check that all items have been received in good condition.

3. Tear up all plastic bags and dispose of properly as they can pose a suocation or choking risk to children.

4. Wash all accessories in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

5. Remove the inner pot from rice cooker and clean with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly before returning to cooker.

6. Wipe body clean with a damp cloth.

NOTE

• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or products that are not considered safe to use on nonstick coatings.

• If washing in the dishwasher, a slight discoloration to the inner pot and accessories may occur. This is cosmetic only and will not aect performance.

• Any other servicing should be performed by Aroma

Housewares.

Digital Controls

brown

rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

keep

warm

white rice

Cooks fluffy, delicious rice automatically.

brown rice

Ideal for cooking brown rice and other tough-to-cook whole grains to perfection.

quinoa

Fiber and protein-filled grains for a nutritious meal.

quick rice

A great time-saving option for rice in a pinch.

-/+

Lets you adjust times for steam, delay timer and slow cook.

steam

Steams food from 5-30 minutes; countdown will begin when water

reaches a boil and shut off once time has elapsed.

oatmeal

Quick and healthy breakfast with no need to stir.

sauté-then-simmer

Sauté foods at high heat and automatically switch over to its simmer mode once

liquid is added. It’s perfect for Spanish rice, chili, risotto, stir frys and much more!

delay timer

Allows for rice to be ready right when it’s needed. Add rice and water in the

morning and come home to delicious rice ready to eat!

slow cook

Transforms the rice cooker into a 2 quart programmable slow cooker.

/keep warm

Powers the rice cooker on and off. The rice cooker will automatically switch

over to keep warm once rice is finished cooking.

Inner Pot Steam Tray Measuring Cup Serving

Spatula

Steam Vent

Lid

Condensation

Collector

Lid Release

Button

Handle

Control

Panel

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION

TO COOK RICE

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Using the provided measuring cup,

add desired amount of rice to the

inner pot.

Place the inner pot into the rice

cooker.

Fill with water to the line which

matches the number of cups of rice

being cooked.

Rinse rice to remove excess starch.

Drain.

Plug the rice cooker into an available

120V AC outlet.

brown

rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

keep

warm

brown

rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

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timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

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warm

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

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steam

sauté

-then-

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white

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quinoa

quick

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steam

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-then-

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oatmeal

timer

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warm

Press to turn on the rice cooker. Press WHITE RICE or BROWN RICE,

depending upon the type of rice

being cooked.

Close the lid securely.

• Brown rice requires a much longer cooking cycle than other rice varieties due to the extra bran layers on the grains. The BROWN RICE

function on this rice cooker allows extra time and adjusted heat settings in order to cook the rice properly. If it appears the rice cooker is not

heating up immediately on BROWN RICE, this is due to a low-heat soak cycle that preceeds the cooking cycle to produce better brown rice

results.

• Before placing the inner pot into the rice cooker, check that the outside is dry and free of debris. Adding the inner pot when wet may damage

the rice cooker.

• Rice should not be left in the rice cooker on KEEP WARM for more than 12 hours.

• For better results, stir the rice with the serving spatula to distribute any remaining moisture.

TO COOK RICE (CONT.)

NOTE

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rice

white

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quinoa

quick

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cook

delay

timer

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sauté

-then-

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timer

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warm

The rice cooker will begin cooking. A

"chasing" pattern will appear in the

display and the light will illuminate.

brown

rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

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warm

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

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sauté

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timer

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rice

white

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quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

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steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

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warm

Whennishedservingrice,turnthe

ricecookerobypressing and

unplug the power cord.

The digital display will countdown

forthenal10minutesofcooktime.

brown

rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

keep

warm

Oncecookingisnished,therice

cooker will beep and automatically

switch to KEEP WARM.

HELPFUL

HINTS

• If you misplace the measuring cup, a ¾ standard US cup is an exact replacement.

• To add more avor to rice, try substituting a favorite meat or vegetable broth or stock. The ratio of broth/stock to rice will be the same as

water to rice.

• For approximate rice cooking times and suggested rice/water ratios, see the “Rice/Water Measurement Table” on page 10.

TO USE QUICK RICE

To use QUICK RICE, follow the steps for “To Cook Rice” beginning on page 5. Rather than

pressing WHITE RICE, press QUICK RICE. Countdown will appear in display for the nal 3

minutes of the cook cycle.

• Due to foaming/bubbling, it is not recommended to cook brown rice using QUICK RICE.

• Cooking times are approximate. Altitude, humidity and outside temperature will aect cooking time.

• Opening the lid during the cooking cycle causes a loss of heat and steam. Cooking time may be prolonged if the lid is opened before the rice is nished.

NOTE

* Cups referenced are with the included measuring cup. The measuring cup included adheres to rice cooker industry standards and is not equal to a standard

U.S. measuring cup. The included measuring cup is equal to a standard ¾ US cup.

An excellent option for cooked white rice when short on time.

*1 Rice Cooker Cup = ¾ U.S. Cup

WHITE RICE

UNCOOKED CUPS*

COOKING TIME WITH

QUICK RICE

FUNCTION

APPROX. TIME SAVINGS

COMPARED TO WHITE

RICE FUNCTION

1 Rice Cooker Cup* 25-30 Min. 11 Min.

2 Rice Cooker Cups* 26-31 Min. 10 Min.

3 Rice Cooker Cups* 28-33 Min. 6 Min.

4 Rice Cooker Cups* 29-34 Min. 10 Min.

10 Rice Cooker Cups* 38-43 Min. 10 Min.

• Do not use the provided serving spatula to sauté. It is not intended to be used in

contact with high temperatures. Use a long-handled wooden or heat-safe spoon to stir food while

sautéing.

CAUTION

TO USE SAUTÉ-THEN-SIMMER

brown

rice

white

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quinoa

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slow

cook

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warm

Place the inner pot into the rice

cooker and close the lid.

Press SAUTÉ-THEN-SIMMER

begin sautéing. Allow the cooker to

preheat for 5 minutes.

Press to turn on the rice cooker.Plug the power cord into an available

120V AC outlet.

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

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-then-

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TO USE SAUTÉ-THEN-SIMMER

(CONT.)

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

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steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

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warm

After a few minutes, the rice cooker

will automatically switch to simmer.

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

keep

warm

Once the meal has cooked, the rice

cooker will beep and automatically

switch over to KEEP WARM.

Whennishedserving,turnthe

ricecookerobypressing /KEEP

WARM and unplug the power cord.

brown

rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

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timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

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warm

Close the lid securely and allow the

rice cooker to cook.

Using a long-handled wooden

spoon, stir ingredients until sautéed/

browned to the desired level. DO NOT

use included serving spatula while

sautéing.

Add other called for ingredients and

liquid to the inner pot.

Add ingredients to be sautéed/

browned to the inner pot.

Rice cooker will beep and chasing

pattern will be in display.

brown

rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

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warm

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rice

white

rice

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rice

slow

cook

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-then-

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TO USE THE DELAY TIMER

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rice

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rice

slow

cook

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timer

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-then-

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rice

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cook

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-then-

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Press DELAY TIMER. Press - or + to

adjust time in one hour increments.

The time may be set to have rice

ready in 1 to 15 hours for white rice

and 2 to 15 hours for brown rice.

The rice cooker will begin cooking.

A chasing pattern will appear in the

display and the light will illuminate.

The digital display will countdown

from the time selected.

Once the needed time is selected,

press WHITE RICE OR BROWN

RICE, depending upon the type of

rice being cooked.

Follow steps 1 to 7 of “To Cook

Rice” beginning on page 5.

Whennishedservingrice,turn

thericecookerobypressing

/KEEP WARM and unplug the

power cord.

Oncericeisnished,thericecooker

will beep and automatically switch to

KEEP WARM.

The digital display will countdown

forthenal10minutesofcooktime.

brown

rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

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sauté

-then-

simmer

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1312

RICE/WATER MEASUREMENT TABLE

HELPFUL

HINTS

• Rinse rice prior to cooking to remove excess bran and starch. This will help reduce browning and sticking to the bottom of the pot.

• Want perfect brown rice without the wait? Use the DELAY TIMER. Simply add rice and water in the morning and set the DELAY TIMER

for when rice will be needed that night.

• This chart is only a general measuring guide. As there are many dierent kinds of rice available, rice/water measurements may vary.

1 Rice Cooker Cup = 3/4 U.S. Cup

UNCOOKED RICE

RICE WATER LINE

INSIDE POT

APPROX. COOKED

RICE YIELD

COOKING TIMES

1 Rice Cooker Cup Line 1 2 Rice Cooker Cups

WHITE RICE: 32-37 Min.

BROWN RICE: 50-57 Min.

2 Rice Cooker Cups Line 2 4 Rice Cooker Cups

WHITE RICE: 34-39 Min.

BROWN RICE: 50-57 Min.

3 Rice Cooker Cups Line 3 6 Rice Cooker Cups

WHITE RICE: 40-45 Min.

BROWN RICE: 58-65 Min.

4 Rice Cooker Cups Line 4 8 Rice Cooker Cups

WHITE RICE: 42-47 Min.

BROWN RICE: 62-69 Min.

TO SLOW COOK

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

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rice

slow

cook

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timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

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warm

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

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rice

slow

cook

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-then-

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Add food to be slow cooked to the

inner pot.

Plug the power cord into an

available 120V AC outlet.

Close the lid securely.Place the inner pot into the rice

cooker.

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

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timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

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rice

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rice

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warm

Select SLOW COOK. The digital

displaywillshowaashing2to

represent two hours of slow cook

time.

Press /KEEP WARM to turn the rice

cooker on.

Once the needed cooking time is

selected, the rice cooker will beep to

indicate it is setting at the displayed

time. It will beep once more and the

displaywillstopashingtoindicate

it has set.

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

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rice

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cook

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timer

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sauté

-then-

simmer

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timer

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warm

Press + or - to increase or decrease

the cook time by 30 minute

increments. SLOW COOK can be set

between 2 to 10 hrs.

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rice

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slow

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rice

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cook

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-then-

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rice

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rice

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rice

slow

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sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

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warm

Open the lid to check food for

doneness. If fully cooked, remove

food for serving.

Whennishedserving,turnthe

ricecookerobypressing /KEEP

WARM and unplug the power cord.

brown

rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

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warm

The rice cooker will begin to slow

cook. The digital display will count

down from the selected time.

brown

rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

keep

warm

Once the selected time has

passed, the rice cooker will beep

and automatically switch to KEEP

WARM.

TO SLOW COOK (CONT.)

NOTE

• SLOW COOK operates as a traditional “High” Slow Cook function.

• Before placing the inner pot into the rice cooker, check that the cooking pot is dry

and free of debris. Adding the inner pot when wet may damage the rice cooker.

TO STEAM

Using the provided measuring cup,

add 2 cups water to the inner pot.

Place the steam tray into the rice

cooker.

Place food to be steamed onto the

steam tray.

Place the inner pot into the rice

cooker.

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

timer

steam

sauté

-then-

simmer

oatmeal

timer

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warm

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

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rice

slow

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-then-

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Plug the power cord into an available

120V AC outlet.

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rice

white

rice

quinoa

quick

rice

slow

cook

delay

timer

steam

sauté

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Press STEAM. The digital display will

showa5torepresentveminutesof

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TO STEAM (CONT.)

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Press STEAM + to increase steaming

time by one minute, up to 30 minutes.

After 30 minutes, it will cycle back to

veminutes.

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Once the desired time is selected, the

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Once the water reaches a boil, the

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minute decrements from the selected

time.

Once the selected time has passed,

the rice cooker will beep and switch to

KEEP WARM.

11 12

Turnthericecookerobypressing

/KEEP WARM and unplug the power

cord.

Check steamed food for doneness.

Ifnishedsteaming,removefood

immediately to avoid overcooking. Use

protective gloves when removing to

prevent burns.

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• Smaller foods may be placed on a heat-proof dish and then placed

onto the steam tray. Parchment paper or aluminum foil may be used

as well. Place the paper/foil in the center of the steam tray and ensure

it does not create a seal along the bottom of the steam tray. For best

results, it is recommended to puncture small holes in the paper/foil.

• For suggested steaming times and water amounts, see the meat and

vegetable steaming tables on page 17.

HELPFUL

HINTS

Place food to be steamed onto the

steam tray.

Close the lid securely.Place steam tray into the rice

cooker.

Using caution to avoid escaping

steam, open the lid.

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1310 1211

TO STEAM FOOD &

SIMULTANEOUSLY COOK RICE

Follow steps 1 to 9 of “To Cook Rice” beginning on page 5.

NOTE

• Do not attempt to cook more than 2 cups (uncooked)

of rice if steaming and cooking rice simultaneously.

• It is possible to steam at any point during the rice

cooking cycle. However, it is recommended that you

steam during the end of the cycle so that steamed food

does not grow cold or become soggy before the rice is

ready.

• The countdown feature is an excellent way to plan your meal.

Adding the steam tray allows you to ensure rice and steamed food

will nish cooking at the same time.

• Refer to the steaming tables for meats and vegetables on page

17 for hints and approximate steaming times. See the “Rice/Water

Measurement Table” included on page 10 for approximate rice

cooking times.

HELPFUL

HINTS

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Iffoodisnishedsteaming,remove

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Allow the rice cooker to continue

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The digital display will countdown

forthenal10minutesofcooktime.

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Using caution, open the lid to check

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TO STEAM FOOD & SIMULTANEOUSLY COOK RICE (CONT.)

For best results, stir the rice with

the serving spatula to distribute any

remaining moisture.

Whennishedservingrice,turnthe

ricecookerobypressing /KEEP

WARM twice and unplug the power

cord.

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Oncericeisnished,thericecooker

will beep and automatically switch to

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NOTE

• Rice should not be left

in the rice cooker on KEEP

WARM for more than 12

hours.

STEAMING TABLES

• Altitude, humidity and outside temperature will aect cooking times.

• These steaming charts are for reference only. Actual cooking times

may vary.

NOTE

HELPFUL

HINTS

• Since most vegetables only absorb a small amount of water, there is

no need to increase the amount of water with a larger serving

of vegetables.

• Steaming times vary depending upon the cut of meat being used.

• To ensure meat tastes its best, and to prevent possible illness, check

that meat is completely cooked prior to serving. If it is not, simply

place more water in the inner pot and repeat the cooking process

until the meat is adequately cooked.

MEAT STEAMING TIME

SAFE INTERNAL

TEMPERATURE

Fish 25 Min. 145°

Chicken 30 Min. 165°

Pork 30 Min. 160°

Beef

Medium = 25 Min.

Medium-Well = 30 Min.

Well = 33 Min.

160°

Meat Steaming Table

VEGETABLE STEAMING TIME

Asparagus 20 Minutes

Broccoli 15 Minutes

Cabbage 25 Minutes

Carrots 25 Minutes

Cauliower 25 Minutes

Corn 25 Minutes

Eggplant 30 Minutes

Green Beans 15 Minutes

Peas 20 Minutes

Spinach 20 Minutes

Squash 20 Minutes

Zucchini 20 Minutes

Vegetable Steaming Table

When steaming, Aroma

recommends using 2 cups of water with the provided measuring cup.

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TO COOK QUINOA OR OATMEAL

Follow steps 1 to 4 of “To Slow Cook” beginning on page 12.

A chasing pattern will appear in the

display. Press QUINOA or OATMEAL

to begin cooking.

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Rice cooker will automatically

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Whennishedserving,turntherice

cookerobypressingandunplug

the power cord.

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The cooking indicator light of the

selected function will illuminate.

Using caution to avoid escaping

steam, open the lid and stir

occasionally with a long-handled

wooden spoon.

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Press /KEEP WARM to turn on the

rice cooker.

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00:00

Detatch steam vent from lid by gently

pulling it outward.

Remove the condensation collector.

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Wipe rice cooker body clean with

a damp cloth.

Hand wash inner pot, inner lid and all

accessories or put in the dishwasher.

The Inner pot and accessories are

top rack dishwasher safe.

Thoroughly dry rice cooker body and

accessories. Reassemble for next use.

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TO CLEAN

NOTE

• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or products that are not considered safe to use

on nonstick coatings.

• If washing in the dishwasher, a slight discoloration to the inner pot and accessories may occur. This is

cosmetic only and will not aect performance.

• Any other servicing should be performed by Aroma

Housewares.

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Game Day Chili Cheese Dip

RECIPES

Place the onion, oil and garlic in the inner pot and sauté for 3 minutes. Use a large

wooden spoon to gently stir as the onion and garlic cook. Add the chili, salsa, olives,

cream cheese and cheddar cheese. Stir to combine all of the ingredients, close the lid

and press WHITE RICE. Cook for 4 minutes. Carefully open the lid, keeping hands and

face away to avoid steam burns, and stir the dip. Close the lid and cook again for 3

minutes. Open the lid and stir again. Close the lid and continue cooking until the dip is

warm throughout and the cheeses are melted. When done, serve in a large bowl and use

the tortilla chips for dipping. Serves 6.

1 small onion, chopped

2 tsp. vegetable oil

1 clove garlic, minced

2 15-oz. cans prepared chili without beans

1 cup prepared medium salsa

½ cup black olives, sliced

3 ounces low-fat cream cheese, cubed

3 ounces cheddar cheese, grated

- Tortilla chips, for dipping

Ingredients

For additional cooker recipes visit www.AromaTestKitchen.com

Cut the smoked sausage in half, lengthwise, then into ¼” half circles. Add all

ingredients to the inner pot and mix well. Place inner pot in the rice cooker and close the

lid. Press WHITE RICE. The rice cooker will automatically switch to KEEP WARM once the

meal is ready. Serves 4.

Aroma's Favorite Jambalaya

½ lb. spicy smoked sausage

½ lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 cup cooked chicken, shredded

1 cup rice

1 cup chicken broth

1 4-oz. can diced green chiles

1 tbsp. Creole seasoning

Ingredients

TROUBLESHOOTING

Because rice varieties may vary in their make-up, results may dier. Below are some troubleshooting tips to help you achieve the

desired consistency.

Rice is too dry/hard after cooking.

If your rice is dry or hard/chewy when the rice cooker switches to KEEP WARM, additional water and cooking time

will soften the rice. Depending on how dry your rice is, add ½ to 1 cup of water and stir thoroughly. Close the lid

and press WHITE RICE. When rice cooker switches to KEEP WARM, open the lid and stir the rice to check the

consistency. Repeat as necessary until rice is soft and moist.

Rice is too moist/soggy after cooking.

If your rice is too moist or soggy when the rice cooker switches to KEEP WARM, use the serving spatula to stir the

rice. This will redistribute the bottom (moistest) part of the rice as well as release excess moisture. Close the lid and

allow to remain on KEEP WARM for 10-30 minutes as needed, removing the lid and stirring periodically to release

excess moisture.

The bottom layer of rice is browned/

caramelized.

The bottom layer of cooked rice may become slightly browned and/or caramelized during cooking. To reduce

browning, rice should be rinsed before cooking to remove any excess starch. Stirring rice once it switches to KEEP

WARM will also help to reduce browning/caramelizing.

Aroma Housewares Company warrants its products against defects in material and

workmanship for ve years from provable date of purchase in the United States.

Within this warranty period, Aroma Housewares Company will repair or replace, at

its discretion, defective parts at no charge, provided the product is returned, freight

prepaid with proof of purchase and U.S. $15.00 for shipping and handling charges

payable to Aroma Housewares Company.

Before returning an item, please call the toll free number below for a return

authorization number. Allow 2-4 weeks for return shipping.

This warranty does not apply if the warranty period expired; the product has

been modied by any unauthorized service center or personnel; the defect was

subject to abuse, improper use not conforming to product manual instructions

or environment conditions more severe than those specied in the manual and

specication, neglect of the owner or improper installation; the defect was subject

to Force Majeure such as ood, lightning, earthquake, other natural calamities, war,

vandalism, theft, brownouts or sags (damage due to low voltage disturbances).

This warranty gives you specic legal rights, which may vary from state to state,

and does not cover areas outside the United States.

AROMA HOUSEWARES COMPANY

6469 Flanders Drive

San Diego, California 92121

1-800-276-6286

M-F, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Pacic Time

Website: www.AromaCo.com

LIMITED WARRANTY

In the event of a warranty claim, or if service is required for this product,

please contact Aroma

customer service toll-free at:

1-800-276-6286

M-F, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Pacic Time

Or we can be reached online at [email protected].

For your records, we recommend stapling your sales receipt to this page

along with a written record of the following:

Date of Purchase:

Place of Purchase:

SERVICE & SUPPORT

• Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims.

NOTE

Aroma Housewares ARC-914SBD Rice Cooker & Food Steamer

Product's Documents

Instruction Manual

Specifications

Aroma ARC-914SBD Questions and Answers

#1 I have one but the rice seems to stick and sometimes start to burn in the bottom. I do follow the directions. Any suggestions?

#2 Does it cook quinoa easily?

#3 Is the steaming tray BPA free?

#4 I love oatmeal and recently read you can cook old fashioned steel cut oats in some rice cookers. Can this cook oatmeal?

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