Aroma ARC-620SB User Manual

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Instruction Manual

Rice Cooker & Food Steamer

ARC-620SB

Professional

Questions or concerns about your rice cooker?

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Aroma’s customer service experts are happy to help. Call us toll-free at 1-800-276-6286.

Answers to many common questions and even replacement parts can be found online. Visit www.AromaCo.com/Support.

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Aroma® 20-Cup Rice Cooker & Food Steamer! In no time at all, you’ll be making fantastic, restaurant-quality rice at the touch of a button. Whether long, medium or short grain, this cooker is specially calibrated to prepare a variety of rice, including tough-to-cook whole grain brown rice, to uffy perfection.

Your new Aroma® rice cooker is also ideal for convenient, one-pot meals for the whole family. Use the “Steam” function to prepare healthy meals by locking in the natural avor and nutrients of food without added oil and fat— for meals that are as easy as they are nutritious. Or cook delicious and tender homemade roasts, stews and more with the “Slow Cook” function. It sets from 2 to 10 hours to easily prepare all of your family’s slow-cooked favorites. Aroma’s patent-pending Sauté-Then-Simmer™ (STS™) is ideal for Spanish rice, risottos, pilafs, packaged meal helpers, stir frys and more. It sautés foods at a high heat and automatically switch over to its simmer mode once liquid is added. The “Soup” function is great for preparing savory stews and stocks. And the “Oatmeal” function does the trick when it comes to cooking hearty oatmeal and porridge. The “Cake” function lets you whip up cakes and other sweet desserts with ease, eliminating the need to closely monitor “baking” so you have more time. Once your rice cooker is nished cooking your desired meal or dessert, it will automatically switch to its “Keep-Warm” setting, so there’s no need to worry about overcooking.

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

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.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

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 off 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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 burns.

20. Rice should not be left in the inner pot with the “Keep-Warm” function on for more than 12 hours.

21. To prevent damage or deformation, do not use the inner pot on a stovetop or burner.

22. To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF,” 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Short Cord

DO NOT DRAPE CORD!

Instructions

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

3. If a longer extension cord is used: a. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the

appliance.

b. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the

countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over unintentionally.

c. The extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN!

Grounding Instructions

This appliance must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electrical shock. The appliance is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong grounding-type plug to t the proper grounding-type receptacle. The appliance has a plug that looks like sketch A. An adapter, sketch B, should be used for connecting sketch-A plugs to two-prong receptacles. The grounding tab, which extends from the adapter, must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box as shown in sketch C using a metal screw.

THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Lid Release

Button

Digital

Display

Inner Cooking Pot Steam Tray

Measuring Cup

Steam Vent

Lid

Handle

Control Panel

Removable Power Cord

Serving Spatula

Digital Controls

Power/Keep-Warm Button

The POWER/KEEP WARM button serves two purposes. One press of the POWER/KEEP WARM button will turn the rice cooker on. A second

Keep Warm

press will set the rice cooker to its “Keep-Warm” setting.

Delay Timer

Delay

The DELAY TIMER sets up to 15 hours for rice ready when it’s needed.

Timer

Add rice and water in the morning and set the timer for mealtime at night.

Steam

The STEAM button is perfect for healthy sides and main courses. Set

Steam

the time food needs to steam, it will begin to countdown once water reaches a boil and shut off once time has elapsed.

Slow Cook

Slow

The SLOW COOK button sets to slow cook from 2 to 10 hours and is

Cook

great for homemade roasts and stews.

The MENU button allows the rice cooker to be set to one of its 6

specialized cooking functions: White, Brown, STS Cake.

The START button begins cooking on the selected function.

Start

The WHITE function cooks restaurant-quality white rice automatically.

Aroma’s patent-pending Sauté-Then-Simmer™ (STS™) Technology will sauté foods at a high heat and automatically switch over to its simmer mode once liquid is added.

The OATMEAL function is perfect for preparing a hearty breakfast classic. The BROWN function is ideal for cooking brown rice and other tough-to-

cook whole grains to perfection. The SOUP function is great for preparing savory soups and delicious

stews.

The CAKE function “bakes” cakes and other treats.

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, Soup, Oatmeal and

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BEFORE FIRST USE

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 as they can pose a risk to children.

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

5. Remove the inner cooking 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.

3/4

US cups

The provided rice cooker

cup is the equivalent to

a ¾ standard US cup.

• Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.

• Do not immerse the rice cooker base, cord or plug in water at any time.

NOTE

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Delay Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

TO COOK RICE

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Using the provided measuring cup, add rice to the inner cooking pot.

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

NOTE

Rinse rice to remove excess starch. Drain.

Fill with water to the line which matches the number of cups of rice being cooked. For example, if cooking two cups of uncooked rice, water should be lled to line 2 in the inner pot.

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

HELPFUL

HINTS

• To add more avor to rice, try substituting a favorite meat/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 8.

Place the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker.

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TO COOK RICE (CONT.)

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Close the lid securely.

• Brown rice requires a longer cooking cycle than white rice due to the extra bran layers on the grain. If it appears the rice cooker is not immediately cooking this is due to the a low-heat soak cycle that precedes cooking to produce ufer grains.

NOTE

Connect the power cord to the rice cooker and plug into an available outlet.

Press the POWER/KEEP-WARM button to turn on the rice cooker.

Press the MENU button to cycle to the “White” or “Brown” function depending on the type of rice being cooked. The indicator light will conrm which function is selected.

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TO COOK RICE (CONT.)

Delay

Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

Press the START button to begin cooking the rice. The digital display will show a “chasing” pattern and the indicator light will become solid to indicate that it is cooking.

When nished serving, turn the rice cooker off by pressing the POWER/ KEEP WARM button once to change it from its “Keep-Warm” setting and then press and hold again until the rice cooker powers off.

The rice cooker will countdown the nal minutes of cook time (12 minutes for “White” and 25 minutes for “Brown”).

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet rst, then from the rice cooker.

Once rice is nished, the rice cooker will beep and automatically switch to “Keep-Warm.” The digital display will show the number of hours the rice cooker has been on “Keep-Warm,” beginning with “0.”

• Rice should not be left in the rice cooker on “Keep-Warm” for more than 12 hours.

NOTE

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

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RICE/WATER MEASUREMENT TABLE

UNCOOKED RICE RICE WATER LINE INSIDE POT APPROX. COOKED RICE YIELD COOKING TIMES

2 Rice Cooker Cups* Line 2 4 Rice Cooker Cups*

WHITE RICE: 35-40 Min.

BROWN RICE: 100-105 Min.

3 Rice Cooker Cups* Line 3 6 Rice Cooker Cups*

WHITE RICE: 37-42 Min.

BROWN RICE: 102-107 Min.

4 Rice Cooker Cups* Line 4 8 Rice Cooker Cups*

WHITE RICE: 39-44 Min.

BROWN RICE: 110-115 Min.

5 Rice Cooker Cups* Line 5 10 Rice Cooker Cups*

WHITE RICE: 41-46 Min.

BROWN RICE: 114-119 Min.

6 Rice Cooker Cups* Line 6 12 Rice Cooker Cups*

WHITE RICE: 43-48 Min.

BROWN RICE: 116-121 Min.

7 Rice Cooker Cups* Line 7 14 Rice Cooker Cups*

WHITE RICE: 45-50 Min.

BROWN RICE: 118-123 Min.

8 Rice Cooker Cups* Line 8 16 Rice Cooker Cups*

WHITE RICE: 47-52 Min.

BROWN RICE: 120-125 Min.

9 Rice Cooker Cups* Line 9 18 Rice Cooker Cups*

WHITE RICE: 49-54 Min.

BROWN RICE: 123-128 Min.

10 Rice Cooker Cups* Line 10 20 Rice Cooker Cups*

WHITE RICE: 51-56 Min.

BROWN RICE: 125-130 Min.

The provided rice cooker

cup is the equivalent to

a ¾ standard US cup.

3/4

US cups

* Cups referrenced are with the included rice cooker 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.

HELPFUL

HINTS

• Rinse rice before placing it into the inner pot 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” to the number of hours when rice will be needed. See “To Use Delay Timer” on page 9 for instructions.

• This chart is only a general measuring guide. As there are many different kinds of rice available (see “About Rice” on page 29), rice/water

measurements may vary.

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TO USE THE DELAY TIMER

Follow steps 1 to 7 of “To Cook Rice” beginning on page 5.

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Press the DELAY TIMER button. Each press increases in one hour increments. It may be set 1 to 15 hours in advance.

• Due to the longer cooking time needed, the “Brown Rice” setting may only be delayed for 2 or more hours.

NOTE

• The “Delay Timer” will only work with the “White” and “Brown” functions.

Once the needed time is selected, press the MENU button to cycle to the “White” or “Brown” function depending on the type of rice being cooked. The indicator light will conrm which function is selected.

Press the START button to set the delayed time. The digital display will show the amount of time remaining before rice begins cooking and the indicator light will become solid.

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

HELPFUL

HINTS

• 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.

Once the rice begins cooking, the digital display will show a “chasing” pattern.

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Delay

Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

TO USE THE DELAY TIMER (CONT.)

The rice cooker will countdown the nal minutes of cook time (12 minutes for “White” and 25 minutes for “Brown”).

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet rst, then from the rice cooker.

• Rice should not be left in the rice cooker on “Keep-Warm” for more than 12 hours.

NOTE

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

When nished serving rice, turn the rice cooker off by pressing the POWER/KEEP WARM button once to change it from its “Keep-Warm” setting and then press and hold again until the rice cooker powers off.

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TO SLOW COOK

Delay Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

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Add food to be slow cooked to the inner cooking pot.

Press the POWER/KEEP-WARM button to turn the rice cooker on.

Place the inner cooking pot into the slow cooker.

Press the SLOW COOK button.

Close the lid securely.

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

NOTE

that the cooking pot is dry and free of debris. Adding the inner cooking pot when wet may damage the rice cooker.

Connect the power cord to the rice cooker and plug into an available outlet.

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TO SLOW COOK (CONT.)

Slow

Cook

White

STS

™

Delay

Timer

Brown

Soup

Cake

Keep Warm

Use the UP (▲) or DOWN (▼) buttons to set the time. These buttons will adjust cooking time in one hour increments between 2 and 10 hours.

Open the lid to check food for doneness. If fully cooked, remove food for serving.

Press the START button to begin slow cooking at the selected time. The digital display will show the remaining cooking time and the button’s indicator light will become solid to indicate that it is cooking.

The rice cooker will begin to slow cook. The digital display will count down in one hour increments from the selected time.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet rst, then from the rice cooker.

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Once the selected time has passed, the rice cooker will beep and switch to “Keep-Warm” mode. The digital display will show the number of hours the rice cooker has been on “Keep-Warm,” beginning with “0.”

• Do not leave food on “Keep-Warm” for more

NOTE

than 12 hours.

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TO STEAM

Delay Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

Using the provided measuring cup, add 3 cups water to the inner cooking pot.

• If too little water is added, the rice cooker will stop prematurely.

• Before placing the inner cooking pot into the rice

NOTE

cooker, check that the cooking pot is dry and free of debris. Adding the inner cooking pot when wet may damage the rice cooker.

Place the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker.

HELPFUL

HINTS

Place food to be steamed onto the steam tray.

Slow

Cook

Steam

Start

White

Brown

STS™

Keep Warm

Soup

Oatmeal

Delay

Cake

Timer

Place the steam tray into the rice cooker.

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

• 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 18.

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TO STEAM (CONT.)

Close the lid securely.

Use the UP (▲) or DOWN (▼) buttons to set the time. These buttons will adjust cooking time in one minute increments between 5 and 30 minutes.

Connect the power cord to the rice cooker and plug into an available outlet.

Press the START button to begin steaming at the selected time. The digital display will show the remaining cooking time and the button’s indicator light will become solid to indicate that it is cooking.

Press the POWER/KEEP-WARM button to turn the rice cooker on.

Once the water reaches a boil, the digital display will count down in one minute increments from the selected time.

Press the STEAM button. The digital display will show a ashing 5 to represent ve minutes of steam time.

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TO STEAM (CONT.)

Delay

Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

Check steamed food for doneness. If nished steaming, carefully remove the steam tray. It will be hot.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet rst, then from the rice cooker.

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TO STEAM FOOD & SIMULTANEOUSLY COOK RICE

To steam while cooking rice, begin cooking rice by following steps 1 to 9 of “To Cook Rice” on page 5.

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Slow

Cook

Steam

Start

White

Brown

STS™

Keep Warm

Soup

Oatmeal

Delay

Cake

Timer

Place food to be steamed onto the steam tray.

• Do not attempt to cook more than 8 cups (uncooked) of rice if steaming and cooking rice

simultaneously. The steam tray will not t properly if more than 8 cups of rice are cooked.

• Food can be steamed at any time while rice cooks, however for best results food should

NOTE

be steamed toward the end of the rice cooking cycle. This will allow for rice and steamed food to be ready at the same time. See the “Rice/Water Measurement Table” on page 8 for approximate rice cooking times.

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

Using caution to avoid escaping steam, open the lid.

cooker.

Close the lid securely.Place steam tray into the rice

• Refer to the steaming tables for meats and

vegetables on page 18 for hints and approximate

HELPFUL

HINTS

steaming times. See the “Rice/Water Measurement Table” included on page 8 for approximate rice cooking times.

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Delay

Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

TO STEAM FOOD & SIMULTANEOUSLY COOK RICE (CONT.)

Delay

Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

Slow

Cook

Steam

Start

White

Brown

STS™

Keep Warm

Soup

Oatmeal

Delay

Cake

Timer

Using caution, open the lid to check food for doneness.

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

If food is nished steaming, carefully remove the steam tray. It will be hot.

Allow the rice cooker to continue cooking rice.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet rst, then from the rice cooker.

• Rice should not be left in the rice cooker on

NOTE

“Keep-Warm” for more than 12 hours.

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STEAMING TABLES

MEAT STEAMING TIME

SAFE INTERNAL

TEMPERATURE

Fish 25 Min. 140°F

Chicken 30 Min. 165°F

Pork 30 Min. 160°F

Beef

Medium = 25 Min.

Medium-Well = 30 Min.

Well = 33 Min.

160°F

VEGETABLE STEAMING TIME

Asparagus 9-11 Minutes

Broccoli 6-8 Minutes

Cabbage 5-7 Minutes

Carrots 11-13 Minutes

Cauliower 7-9 Minutes

Corn on the Cob 12-16 Minutes

Green Beans 9-11 Minutes

Peas 4-6 Minutes

Potatoes 28-33 Minutes

Spinach 2-4 Minutes

Squash 9-11 Minutes

Zucchini 9-11 Minutes

When steaming, Aroma® recommends using 3 cups of water with the provided measuring cup.

Meat Steaming Table

• Since most vegetables only absorb a small amount of water, there is no need to increase the amount of water with a larger serving

HELPFUL

HINTS

NOTE

of vegetables.

• Steaming times may 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 cooking pot and repeat the cooking process until the meat is adequately cooked.

• Altitude, humidity and outside temperature will affect cooking times.

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

Vegetable Steaming Table

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Delay

Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

TO USE SAUTÉ-THEN-SIMMER

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Add ingredients to be sautéed/ browned to the inner cooking pot.

Press the MENU button to cycle to the “STS™” function. The indicator light will conrm which function is selected.

Place the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker.

Press the START button to begin sautéing. The digital display will show a “chasing” pattern and the indicator light will become solid to indicate that it is cooking. Using a long-handled wooden spoon, stir ingredients until sautéed/browned to the desired level.

Connect the power cord to the rice cooker and plug into an available outlet.

• Before placing the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker, check that the cooking pot is dry and free of debris. Adding the inner cooking pot

NOTE

CAUTION

when wet may damage the rice cooker.

Press the POWER button to turn on the rice cooker.

• 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.

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TO USE SAUTÉ-THEN-SIMMER™ (CONT.)

Delay

Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

Add other called for ingredients and liquid to the inner cooking pot.

Close the lid securely and allow the rice cooker to cook.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet rst, then from the rice cooker.

After a few minutes, the rice cooker will automatically switch to its “Simmer” mode. The rice cooker will countdown the nal minutes of cook time starting at 12 minutes.

• Food should not be left in the rice cooker on “Keep-Warm” for more than 12 hours.

NOTE

• If sautéing only, after food has been sautéed/browned to the desired level, press the POWER/KEEP WARM button to

HELPFUL

HINTS

switch the rice cooker to its “Keep-Warm” setting to keep sautéed food warm and fresh for serving.

Once the meal has cooked, the rice cooker will beep and automatically switch over to “Keep-Warm.”

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Delay

Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

TO USE THE SOUP FUNCTION

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Add ingredients to the inner cooking pot.

• The “Soup” function is a programmed cooking setting that operates for 120 minutes before switching to the “Keep-Warm” setting.

NOTE

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

rice cooker.

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

HELPFUL

HINTS

Connect the power cord to the rice cooker and plug into an available outlet.

• The “Soup” function is also great for stews and chili.

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TO USE THE SOUP FUNCTION (CONT.)

Press the POWER/KEEP-WARM button to turn the rice cooker on.

Once food is nished, the rice cooker will beep and automatically switch to its “Keep-Warm” setting. The digital display will show the number of hours the rice cooker has been on the “KeepWarm” setting,” beginning with “0.”

Press the MENU button to cycle to the “Soup” function. The indicator light will conrm which function is selected.

Press the START button to begin cooking on the selected function. The digital display will show a “chasing” pattern and the indicator light will become solid to indicate that it is cooking.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet rst, then from the rice cooker.

The rice cooker will countdown the nal minutes of cook time starting at 10 minutes.

• Using caution to avoid escaping steam, open the

HELPFUL

HINTS

NOTE

lid and stir occasionally with a long-handled wooden spoon to assist with cooking.

• Food should not be left in the rice cooker on “KeepWarm” for more than 12 hours.

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Delay

Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

TO USE THE OATMEAL FUNCTION

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Follow packaging instructions for suggested oatmeal/water ratio, add oatmeal and water to the inner cooking pot.

• Before placing the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker, check that the cooking pot is dry and free of debris. Adding the inner

NOTE

cooking pot when wet may damage the rice cooker.

rice cooker.

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

HELPFUL

HINTS

Connect the power cord to the rice cooker and plug into an available outlet.

• The “Oatmeal” function is also great for other types of porridge.

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TO USE THE OATMEAL FUNCTION (CONT.)

Press the POWER/KEEP-WARM button to turn the rice cooker on.

Once oatmeal is nished, the rice cooker will beep and automatically switch to its “Keep-Warm” setting. The digital display will show the number of hours the rice cooker has been on the “Keep-Warm” setting,” beginning with “0.”

Press the MENU button to cycle to the “Oatmeal” function. The indicator light will conrm which function is selected.

Press the START button to begin cooking on the selected function. The digital display will show a “chasing” pattern and the indicator light will become solid to indicate that it is cooking.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet rst, then from the rice cooker.

The rice cooker will countdown the nal minutes of cook time starting at 12 minutes.

• Using caution to avoid escaping steam, open the

HELPFUL

HINTS

NOTE

lid and stir occasionally with a long-handled wooden spoon to assist with cooking.

• Oatmeal should not be left in the rice cooker on “Keep-Warm” for more than 12 hours.

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Delay

Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

TO USE THE CAKE FUNCTION

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Follow instructions on cake mix packaging or recipe to mix liquid ingredients and cake mix. Add cake mix into the inner pot.

Press the POWER/KEEP WARM button to turn the rice cooker on.

rice cooker.

Press the MENU button to cycle to the “Cake” function. The indicator light will conrm which function is selected.

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

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Connect the power cord to the rice cooker and plug into an available outlet.

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

• The Cake function will run for 50 minutes before switching to Keep-Warm. Adjust cook time accordingly depending on the recipe being used.

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TO USE THE CAKE FUNCTION (CONT.)

Press the START button to begin cooking on the selected function. The digital display will show a “chasing” pattern and the indicator light will become solid to indicate that it is cooking.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet rst, then from the rice cooker.

The rice cooker will countdown the nal minutes of cook time starting at 10 minutes.

• Cake should not be left in the rice cooker on “Keep-Warm” for more than 12 hours.

NOTE

Remove cake immediately for best results.

Once cake is nished, the rice cooker will beep and automatically switch to its “Keep-Warm” setting. The digital display will show the number of hours the rice cooker has been on the “Keep-Warm” setting,” beginning with “0.”

• Check cake for doneness by placing a toothpick into the cake. If it comes out clean the cake is

HELPFUL

HINTS

ready!

Remove the cake carefully by inverting the inner pot onto a at dish or surface. Turn the rice cooker off by pressing the POWER/KEEP WARM button once to change it from its “Keep-Warm” setting and then press and hold again until the rice cooker powers off.

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TO CLEAN

Delay Timer

Start

Steam

Slow

Cook

Keep Warm

White

Oatmeal

Brown

Soup

Cake

STS™

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Remove the steam vent. Thoroughly dry rice cooker body and

Hand wash the inner cooking pot and all accessories or wash them in

Wipe rice cooker body clean with a damp cloth.

all accessories.

the dishwasher.

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

Reassemble for next use.

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

NOTE

cosmetic only and will not affect performance.

• Any other servicing should be performed by Aroma® Housewares. Contact Aroma® customer service at 1-800-276-6286, Monday to Friday 8:30AM-4:30PM PST.

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Rice is too dry/hard after cooking.

If your rice is dry or hard/chewy when the rice cooker switches to “Keep-Warm” mode, 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 through. Close the lid and select the “White” function. When rice cooker switches to “Keep-Warm” mode, 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 still too moist or soggy when the rice cooker switches to “Keep-Warm” mode, 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” mode for 10-30 minutes as needed, opening 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.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Because rice varieties may vary in their make-up, results may differ. Below are some troubleshooting tips to help you achieve the desired consistency.

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ABOUT RICE

Courtesy of the USA Rice Federation

Rice is the perfect foundation for today’s healthier eating. It is a nutrient-dense complex carbohydrate that supplies energy, ber, essential vitamins and minerals and benecial antioxidants. Rice combines well with other healthy foods such as vegetables, fruits, meat, seafood, poultry, beans and soy foods.

Nearly 88% of rice consumed in the U.S. is grown in the U.S. Arkansas, California, Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi and Missouri produce high-quality varieties of short, medium and long grain rice as well as specialty rices including jasmine, basmati, arborio, red aromatic and black japonica, among others.

There are many different varieties of rice available in the market. Your Aroma available varieties of rice and their characteristics:

Rice Cooker can cook any type perfectly every time. The following are the commonly

Long Grain Rice

This rice has a long, slender kernel three to four times longer than its width. Due to its starch composition, cooked grains are more separate, light and uffy compared to medium or short grain rice. The majority of white rice is enriched to restore nutrients lost during processing. Great for entrees and side dishes— rice bowls, stir-fries, salads and pilafs.

Medium Grain Rice

When compared to long grain rice, medium grain rice has a shorter, wider kernel that is two to three times longer than its width. Cooked grains are more moist and tender than long grain, and have a greater tendency to cling together. Great for entrees, sushi, risotto and rice puddings.

Short Grain Rice

Short grain rice has a short, plump, almost round kernel. Cooked grains are soft and cling together, yet remain separate and are somewhat chewy, with a slight springiness to the bite. Great for sushi, Asian dishes and desserts.

For recipes and rice information visit the USA Rice Federation online at www.usarice.com/consumer.

Brown Rice

Brown rice is a 100% whole grain food that ts the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommendation to increase daily intake of whole grains. Brown rice contains the nutrient-dense bran and inner germ layer where many benecial compounds are found. Brown rice is available in short, medium and long grain varieties and can be used interchangeably with enriched white rice.

Wild Rice

Wild rice is an aquatic grass grown in Minnesota and California and is a frequent addition to long grain rice pilafs and rice mixes. Its unique avor, texture and rich dark color provide a delicious accent to rice dishes. Wild rice also makes a wonderful stufng for poultry when cooked with broth and mixed with your favorite dried fruits.

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ABOUT RICE

Courtesy of the USA Rice Federation

Did You Know?

• Rice is the primary dietary staple for more than half of the world’s population.

• U.S. grown rice is the standard for excellence and accounts for nearly 88% of the rice consumed in America. It is grown and harvested by local farmers in ve south-central states and California.

• Rice contains no sodium, cholesterol, trans fats or gluten, and has only a trace of fat. One half-cup of rice contains about 100 calories.

• Research shows that people who eat rice have healthier diets than non-rice eaters and eat more like the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommendations.

• Whole grains like brown rice help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers, and aid in weight management.

• Brown rice is a 100% whole grain. One cup of whole grain brown rice provides two of the three recommended daily servings of whole grains.

• Eating rice triggers the production of serotonin in the brain, a chemical that helps regulate and improve mood.

• September is National Rice Month - promoting awareness of the versatility and the value of U.S. grown rice.

For recipes and rice information visit the USA Rice Federation online at www.usarice.com/consumer.

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RECIPES

Mushroom Risotto

Ingredients

2 tbsp Olive Oil 1 cup Sliced Mushrooms of Your Choice 2 cups Arborio Rice ½ Onion, Diced 2 Garlic Cloves, Crushed 1 cup White Wine 2 tbsp Butter

Ingredients

Cake:

½ box Yellow Cake Mix of Your Choice Rum to Substitute for Water

Glaze:

½ cup Rum ½ cup Butter ½ cup Brown Sugar ¹⁄₈ cup Water

3 cups Chicken Stock ½ cup Heavy Cream ½ cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese ¼ cup Chopped Italian Parsley _ Salt and Pepper

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Set the rice cooker to the Sauté-Then-Simmer and add olive oil, garlic, mushrooms and onion. Sauté until onions are soft for about 8 minutes. Add rice and stir. Add wine and cook until mostly absorbed by rice. Add the chicken stock and close the lid. Once the rice cooker beeps, add the cream, parmesan cheese, butter and parsley. Stir to combine and taste. Add salt and pepper if needed.

(STS™) function

Rum Cake

Prepare ½ box of cake batter according to directions, but replace half of the water amount asked for with rum. Since using half of the cake mix, the water/rum ratio should also be cut in half. Rinse the inner pot and coat with a cooking spray. Add the batter and set on cake mode. Wait for cake cycle to nish and remove carefully by inverting onto a wire rack. For the glaze, set your rice cooker on Sauté-Then-Simmer™ (STS™) function and add water, butter, sugar and rum. Stir until sugar has dissolved and butter has melted. With a toothpick poke holes into the cake and pour the glaze on top, smoothing with a knife if needed.

For additional rice cooker recipes, or even to submit your own, visit our website at www.AromaCo.com!

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RECIPES (CONT.)

Rice Cooker Cupcakes

Ingredients

1 box Chocolate Cupcake Mix 3 Eggs 3 cups Water 1 container Any Flavor Frosting 6 Silicon Cupcake Molds 6 Paper Cupcake Cups

Ingredients

1 lb. Spicy Smoked Sausage 1 lb. Shrimp, Peeled and Deveined 2 cups Cooked Chicken, Shredded 1½ cups Rice 4 cups Chicken Broth 1 4-oz. can Diced Green Chilies 2 tbsp Creole Seasoning

Mix cupcake mix according to box instructions. Place cupcake cups in molds. Add cupcake mix. Place cupcakes in steam tray and close the lid. Set to the “Steam” function according to box baking instructions (30 minutes typically). Using caution, open the lid and check cupcakes for doneness. If ready, add frosting and enjoy!

Jambalaya

Cut the smoked sausage in half, lengthwise, then into 1/4” half circles. Add all ingredients to the inner pot and mix well. Place inner pot in the rice cooker and close the lid. Set to the “White Rice” function. The rice cooker will automatically switch to “Keep-Warm” mode once the meal is ready.

For additional rice cooker recipes, or even to submit your own, visit our website at www.AromaCo.com!

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RECIPES (CONT.)

Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredients

2 lbs. Chicken Thighs 1 Yellow Onion, Cut into Small Quarters 10 Celery Stalks Cut into Bite-sized Pieces 10 Carrots Cut into Bite-sized Rounds 8 cups Chicken Stock 2 tbsp Olive Oil 2 Bay Leaves 2 Sprigs of Thyme

- Salt and Pepper, for Added Taste

Ingredients

¾ cup Old-Fashioned Oatmeal 1½ cups Milk ¼ cup Brown Sugar

- Dash of Salt

Add olive oil, onions and celery to the inner pot and place it inside the rice cooker. Select the Sauté-Then-Simmer Add chicken thighs and brown on both sides. Add the stock, carrots and herbs, then close the lid. Set to the “Soup” function and let cook. When the “Soup” function nishes, remove and shred the chicken with two forks and put it back in the soup. Serve with your favorite add-ons.

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(STS™) function and cook until fragrant or about ten minutes.

Breakfast Oatmeal

Set the rice cooker to its Sauté-Then-Simmer™ (STS™) function and add the milk and sugar. Stir until milk is warm and sugar has dissolved. Add salt and oatmeal. Close the lid and set to the “Oatmeal” function. Serve when oatmeal is nished cooking.

For additional rice cooker recipes, or even to submit your own, visit our website at www.AromaCo.com!

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WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY

Aroma Housewares Company warrants this product free from 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 option, defective parts at no charge, provided the product is returned, freight prepaid with proof of purchase and U.S. $20.00 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 cover improper installation, misuse, abuse or neglect on the part of the owner. Warranty is also invalid in any case that the product is taken apart or serviced by an unauthorized service station.

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

SERVICE & SUPPORT

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, 8:30AM-4:30PM, 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:

• Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims.

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