10L
1505393
Bartscher GmbH
Franz-Kleine-Str. 28
D-33154 Salzkotten
Germany
Phone: +49 5258 971-0
Fax: +49 5258 971-120
Service hotline: +49 5258 971-197
www.bartscher.com
2806DM0074
Version: 1.0
Date of preparation: 2021-12-16
EN
Original instruction manual
1 Safety ............................................................................................................ 2
1.1 Explanation of Signal Words .................................................................... 2
1.2 Safety instructions.................................................................................... 3
1.3 Intended Use ........................................................................................... 7
1.4 Unintended Use ....................................................................................... 7
2 General information ....................................................................................... 8
2.1 Liability and Warranty .............................................................................. 8
2.2 Copyright Protection ................................................................................ 8
2.3 Declaration of Conformity ........................................................................ 8
3 Transport, Packaging and Storage ................................................................ 9
3.1 Delivery Check ......................................................................................... 9
3.2 Packaging ................................................................................................ 9
3.3 Storage .................................................................................................... 9
4 Technical Data ............................................................................................. 10
4.1 Technical Specifications ........................................................................ 10
4.2 Functions of the Appliance ..................................................................... 12
4.3 List of Components of the Appliance ..................................................... 12
5 Installation Instructions ................................................................................ 14
5.1 Installation .............................................................................................. 14
5.2 Gas Connection ..................................................................................... 15
6 Operating Instruction ................................................................................... 18
7 Cleaning ...................................................................................................... 21
7.1 Safety Instructions for Cleaning ............................................................. 21
7.2 Cleaning ................................................................................................. 21
8 Possible Malfunctions .................................................................................. 23
9 Disposal ....................................................................................................... 26
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Safety
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Read this instruction manual before using and keep it available
at all times!
DANGER!
The signal word DANGER warns against hazards that lead to severe
injuries or death if the hazards are not avoided.
Diese Bedienungsanleitung beschreibt di e Installation, Bedienung und Wartung des Geräts und gilt als wichtige Informationsqu elle und Nachschlagewerk. Die Ken ntnis aller enthaltenen Sicherheitshinweis e und Handlungsanweisungen schafft die Voraussetzung für das sichere und sac hgerechte Arbeiten mit dem Gerät. D arüber hinaus müssen die für den Eins atzbereich des Geräts geltenden örtlichen Unfallverhütungsvorschriften und allge meinen Sicherheitsbestimmungen eing ehalten werden. Diese Bedienungsanleitung is t Bestandteil des Produkts und muss in unmittelbarer Nähe des Geräts für das In¬stallations-, Bedienungs-, Wartungs- und Reinigungspersonal jederzeit zugänglich auf¬bewahrt werden. Wenn das Gerät an eine dritte Person
weitergegeben wird, muss die Bedienungsa nleitung mit ausgehändigt werden.
This instruction manual contains information about installation, operation and
maintenance of the appliance and constitutes an important source of information
and reference guide. The knowledge of all operational and safety instructions
included in this manual is a prerequisite for safe and proper handling of the
appliance. Additionally, accident prevention, occupational health and safety, and
legal regulations in force in the area the appliance is used apply.
Before you start using the appliance, especially before turning it on, read this
instruction manual in order to avoid personal injuries and property damages.
Improper use may cause damage.
This instruction manual forms and integral part of the product and must be stored in
an immediate vicinity of the appliance and be available at all times. The instruction
manual should be transferred together with the appliance.
1 Safety
This appliance has been manufactured in accordance with technical standards
currently in force. However, the appliance may be a source of hazards if used
improperly or contrary to its intended purpose. All persons using the appliance must
consider information included in this instruction manual and observe safety
instructions.
1.1 Explanation of Signal Words
Important safety instructions and warning information are indicated in this
instruction manual with appropriate signal words. You must strictly follow the
instructions, to prevent accidents, personal injuries and property damages.
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WARNING!
The signal word WARNING warns against hazards that may lead to
moderate or severe injuries or death if the hazards are not avoided.
CAUTION!
The signal word CAUTION warns against hazards that may lead to
light or moderate injuries if the hazards are not avoided.
IMPORTANT!
The signal word IMPORTANT indicates possible property damages,
which may occur if safety instructions are not observed.
NOTE!
The symbol NOTE indicates subsequent information and guidelines
for the user on usage of the appliance.
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1.2 Safety instructions
Safety of Gas Supplied Appliances
• Do not use a gas supplied appliance in the event of a malfunction or damage or
in the case of a suspected malfunction or damage. In such a case set the gas
control knob(s) to 'O' and close the main gas valve. Contact the service
company immediately.
• Regularly conduct tightness checks using suds (a spray for detecting leakages).
Do not use open flame for checking tightness of gas installation!
WARNING!
Danger of suffocating and explosion due to leaking gas!
• When you sense gas odour, observe the following rules:
– immediately close the gas control knob(s) and the main gas valve;
– provide for sufficient venting of rooms: open wide all doors and windows;
– do not light up any open flame, quench flames;
– do not smoke;
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CAUTION!
Use the appliance only in a well-ventilated rooms or outdoors!
ATTENTION!
Keep the appliance away from children.
WARNING
The external elements may become very hot.
Keep small children away from the appliance!
– do not produce sparks, do not actuate any electric switches, do not use
phones (irrespective of it being landline phone or mobile phone);
– do not operate any electric appliances in the vicinity of a gas supplied
appliance;
– if needed, notify all persons in a building by calling loud and knocking on
doors;
– leave building;
– when outside of a building, contact the service company. If it is
impossible to precisely locate gas leak, immediately phone fire fighters
and notify gas supplier.
Safety During Operation of Gas Rice Cooking Appliances
• Never leave the operating appliance without supervision.
• Prevent children from accessing packaging materials, for instance: plastic bags
and EPS elements. Choking hazard!
• The appliance must be supplied with propane or natural gas only! Before
starting up.make sure the type of the gas supplied by your local gas supplier is
consistent with the type of gas stated in the rating plate and in the gas table. If
the data are not consistent, do not use the appliance. Contact the service
company in order to adapt the appliance.
• Never move the operating appliance.
• Never place flammable materials near the appliance (e.g., newspapers,
shopping bags, plastic bags, petrol, etc.).
• When the appliance is operated, provide for good ventilation: open windows or
switch a fan on, so that air might circulate.
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• Do not block the steam outlet on the rice cooker lid nor the exhaust air outlet.
• Use only gas lines featuring type approval.
• Do not use gas lines made of vinyl or rubber.
• When the rice cooker is not in use, make sure that the gas valve is closed.
• If you notice any extraordinary circumstances (e.g., strange smell or sounds,
etc.), immediately close the gas cut-off valve and follow instructions for
troubleshooting in section 'Possible Malfunctions' or contact the service
company.
Flammable Materials
• Never use the appliance near flammable or easily combustible materials (e.g.:
petrol, spirit, alcohol). High temperature triggers evaporation of these materials,
and, as a result of contact with sources of ignition, an explosion may occur.
• Use the appliance only with materials designed to this end and with correct
temperature settings. Materials, food products and left-overs of food products
remaining in the appliance may catch fire.
• To avoid fire hazard, clean the appliance regularly.
• Never leave the appliance unattended, especially when cooking with fats or oils
as they may cause fire.
• Close the gas shut-off valve should the fire emerge. Never put the flame out with
water; to suppress fire, use a lid or a fire-blanket. Following extinction of fire,
ensure sufficient fresh air inflow.
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Hot Surfaces
• Surfaces of the appliance become hot during operation. Burning hazard! High
temperature remains for some time after switching the appliance off.
• Do not touch any hot surfaces of the appliance. Use the provided handling
elements and holders.
• You may transport and clean the appliance after it cools down entirely.
• It is prohibited to sprinkle hot surfaces with cold water or flammable liquids.
Supervised Usage only
• Only supervised appliance may be used.
• Always remain in an immediate vicinity of the appliance.
Operating Personnel
• The appliance may only be operated by qualified personnel and trained
specialist personnel.
• This appliance may not be operated by persons (including children) with limited
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, nor by persons with limited experience
and/or limited knowledge.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they are not playing with or
switching on the appliance.
Improper Use
• Unintended or prohibited use may cause damage to the appliance.
• The appliance may only be used when its technical condition is flawless and
allows for safe operation.
• The appliance may only be used when all connections are executed according
to rules of law in force.
• The appliance may only be used when it is clean.
• Use only original spare parts. Never attempt to repair the appliance on your own.
• Do not introduce any changes in the appliance nor modify it.
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1.3 Intended Use
As described below, every use of the appliance for a purpose differing and/or
diverging from its intended standard use, is prohibited and considered to be an
unintended use.
The following is an intended use:
– cooking and keeping rice warm,
This appliance must be connected according to the regulations in force and
may be used only in a well ventilated room or outdoors.
1.4 Unintended Use
An unintended use may lead to personal injuries or property damages caused by
hazardous voltage, fire or high temperature. The appliance may only be used to
perform tasks described in this instruction manual.
The following is an unintended use:
– preparation of food products other than rice,
– pouring and heating up flammable, harmful, and quickly evaporating
liquids or materials, etc.
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General information
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2 General information
2.1 Liability and Warranty
All information and instructions in this instruction manual account for legal
regulations in force, current level of technical engineering knowledge as well as our
expertise and experience, developed over the years. If special models or additional
options are ordered, or state-of-the-art technical solutions were implemented, the
actual scope of delivery of the appliance may, in some circumstances, differ from
descriptions and numerous drawings in this instruction manual.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damages nor faults stemming from:
– failure to observe instructions,
– unintended use,
– technical alterations introduced by the user,
– usage of unapproved spare parts.
We reserve the right to introduce technical modifications to the product, intended for
improvement of the appliance and its performance.
2.2 Copyright Protection
This instruction manual, and texts, drawings and images included in it, as well as its
other components are copyright protected. It is prohibited to reproduce this
instruction manual (including its excerpts), in any form and by any means, and to
use and/or transfer its content to third parties without manufacturer’s written
permission. Violation of the above results in obligation to pay compensation. We
reserve the right to claim further damages.
2.3 Declaration of Conformity
The appliance meets the currently applicable standards and guidelines of the
European Union. We confirm the above in the EC Declaration of Conformity. We
may provide relevant Declaration of Conformity upon request.
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3 Transport, Packaging and Storage
3.1 Delivery Check
Immediately upon reception, check the delivery for completeness and possible
shipping damage. In the case of visible transport damage refuse to accept the
appliance or accept it conditionally. Mark and note the scope of damage in shipping
documents/consignment list of the shipping company and lodge a complaint.
Concealed damage must be reported immediately upon its discovery, as
compensation claims may only be filed within applicable time limits.
If you find that parts or accessories missing, please contact our Customer Service
Department.
3.2 Packaging
Do not dispose of the appliance cardboard box. It may be used to store the
appliance when relocating or when shipping the appliance to our service point in the
case of any damages.
The packaging and its elements are made of recyclable materials. Particularly,
these are: plastic films and bags, cardboard box.
When disposing of the packaging, observe applicable domestic regulations.
Recyclable packaging materials should be recycled.
3.3 Storage
Leave the packaging closed until installation of the appliance; observe external
indications concerning method of placing and storage. Store the packaging in the
following conditions only:
– in closed rooms;
– in dry and dust-free surrounding;
– away from aggressive agents;
– in a location protected against sunlight;
– in a location protected against mechanical shocks.
In the case of extended storage (over three months), make sure you check the
condition of the packaging and the parts regularly. If needed, replace the packaging
with a new one.
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Technical Data
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4 Technical Data
4.1 Technical Specifications
Version / Design
• Operating mode: gas
• Gas burner: single-ring burner
• Ignition type: piezoelectric ignition
• Pilot flame
• Ignition protection
• Gas cut-off valve
• Functions:
– cooking
– warm-keeping
• Characteristics of the inner pot: side handles, folding
• The set includes:
– measuring beaker
– rice spoon
• Important indication:
– For use in well-ventilated rooms or outdoors only
– Gas connection set not included in the delivery
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Technical Data
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Name:
Gas rice cooker 10L
Art. No.:
1505393
Material:
aluminium, enameled, stainless steel
Inner pot version:
aluminium, heat-resistant, can be
removed
Volume, in l:
10
Quantity of rice, in portions:
50
Control pressure, in mbar:
50
Connected load:
8kW
Dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
600 x 490 x 452
Weight, in kg:
15,4
Name
Rice cooker, gas
Art. No.
1505393
Type of
appliance
A1
Appliance
categories
I
3B/P
(30)
I3+
(28-30/37)
I3P
(37)
I
3B/P
(50)
I2H
I2E
Gas type
G30
G30
G31
G31
G30
G20
Gas pressure
(mbar)
29
28-30
37
37
50
20
Opening (mm)
1,3
1,0
2,0
Nominal
thermal power,
Qn (kW) (Hi)
7,3
5,6
6,1
Gas
consumption
(g/h)
G30:575 (G31:566)
G30:441
Tab. 1
We reserve the right to implement technical modifications.
Gas Pressure Table / Destination Country
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Technical Data
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Appliance categories
(Gas pressure, in mbar)
Destination countries
I3+ (28-30/37)
BE, CH, CY, CZ, ES, FR, GB, GR, IE, IT, LT, LU,
LV, PT, SI, SK, TR
I
3B/P
(30)
AL, BA, BE, BG, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, GB, GR,
HR, HU, IT, LT, LU, LV, MD, MK, MT, NL, NO, RO,
RS, RU, SE, SI, SK, TR, UA
I
3B/P
(50)
AT, CH, CZ, DE, SK
I3P (37)
BE, CH, CZ, ES, FR, GB, GR, HR, IE, IT, LT, NL,
PL, PT, SI, SK, TR
I
2H
(20)
AL, AT, BA, BG, CH, CY, CZ, DK, EE, ES, FI, GB,
GR, HR, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, MD, MK, MT, NO, PT,
RO, RS, RU, SE, SI, SK, TR, UA
I
2E
(20)
DE, LU,PL, RO
Tab. 2
1. Lid handle
2. Lid
3. Inner pot handle (2 pcs)
4. Inner pot
5. Wind screen
6. Water pan
7. Flame sensor
8. Burner
9. Burner openings
10. Thermoelement
11. Feet (4 pcs)
12. Base
13. Gas connected stub
14. Pilot flame sight glass
15. Ignition
16. Temperature maintaining mode
switch
17. Cooking mode switch
18. Gas cut-off valve
19. Measuring beaker
20. Rice spoon
4.2 Functions of the Appliance
In the rice cooker, 5.6 kW gas version, you may prepare or keep warm up to 8.3 kg
of rice (after cooking).
4.3 List of Components of the Appliance
Description for Fig. 1
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Fig. 1
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Installation Instructions
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CAUTION!
Incorrect installation, positioning, operation, maintenance or misuse of
the appliance may lead to personal injury or property damage.
Positioning and installation, as well as repairs may be performed by
authorised technical service only and in compliance with the applicable
national law.
NOTE!
The manufacturer disclaims all liability and provides no warranty for
damages, which may be attributed to non-observance of regulations or
incorrect installation.
CAUTION!
Choking hazard!
Prevent children from accessing package materials, for instance: plastic
bags and EPS.
5 Installation Instructions
5.1 Installation
Unpacking / Positioning
• Unpack the appliance, remove all external and internal packaging elements and
shipment safeguards.
• If the appliance is covered with a protective film, remove it. Remove the film
slowly, so no glue residues are left. Remove any glue residues with the use of a
suitable solvent.
• Be careful not to damage the rating plate and warning labels fixed on the
appliance.
• Never place the appliance in humid or wet environment.
• Place the appliance in a way making the connections easily accessible, so that
they may be quickly disconnected if such a need arises.
• The appliance should be placed on surfaces that are:
– even, with sufficient bearing capacity, resistant to water, dry and resistant
to high temperatures;
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Fig. 2
– sufficiently large, and thus enabling usage of the appliance with no
problems;
– easily accessible;
– well ventilated.
• Maintain sufficient clearance from table edges. The appliance might turn over
and fall down.
• Maintain minimum clearance of 15 cm from walls and objects at both sides and
at the rear, as well as 50 cm over the appliance.
5.2 Gas Connection
• Before establishing the connection to gas installation, make sure that the
appliance is set to gas type and pressure available in the installation location
(see rating plate on the appliance and packaging, as well as Tables 1 and 2 in
sections 'Technical Data').
• A certified gas cut-off valve must be installed in an easily accessible location
between the gas supply installation and the appliance, so that, if needed, gas
supply may be interrupted at any time.
• Make sure that the gas cylinder (if applicable) is correctly set up and secured,
and if it is located in a dry place.
• To avoid pressure losses and ignition problems, use only the correct gas
connection sets. Observe regulations in force in the country of installation.
• Length of the gas hose may not exceed 1.5 m.
• Use only gas hose with, at least, diameters equalling the diameter of the
appliance's gas connection.
• The gas connection stub is found to the right of the control elements. Execute
the connection the following way (Fig. below):
– connect suitable gas hose (a), featuring suitable diameter, to the gas
connection stub (13) of the appliance;
– bind the gas hose (a) and the gas connection stub (13), using a wire (c).
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NOTE!
Inspect the gas hose regularly. If you identify damages, replace it
immediately.
• Make sure that the gas hose does not run on or near hot surfaces, is not subject
to stress or pressure and does not come into contact with sharp edges or other
objects that could damage the hose.
• After executing the gas connection of the appliance, all connection points
between the gas source and the appliance must be subject of tightness check.
To this end, use spray for detecting leakages or foam producing agents, which
do not spur corrosion. Connection points should be covered with an agent — no
air bubbles should be produced. Check also the gas cut-off valve.
WARNING!
Do not use open fire to test tightness!
Ignition and Switch Off Test
• When starting up the appliance always follow the below instructions on igniting
and switching off.
ATTENTION!
Before igniting or re-igniting the ignition flame it is required to completely
switch the appliance off for 5 minutes.
• Before starting up, check the appliance for gas leakages. Use soapy water or
other agent for detecting leakages. Wipe suds off after the test.
• To provide for correct operation, perform the following operations:
– Remove the inner pot, wind screen and base.
– Rotate the gas cut-off valve to ON position.
– Carefully press the cooking mode switch (THEN COOK) down. The
switch should hold in the middler and do not latch. This is an ignition
protection, which prevents accidental switching the main burner on
when the temperature maintaining mode switch (WARMING) has already
been pressed.
– Press the ignition (FIRST IGNITE) down, until it clicks and then release
it. The ignition flame should light up. The red temperature maintaining
mode switch (WARMING) controls the ignition flame and in ON state it is
covered with flame (FIRST IGNITE). Pressing the ignition (FIRST
IGNITE) also activates and uncovers the temperature maintaining mode
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switch (WARMING). It remains down, until it is not pushed up to put the
ignition flame out. If the ignition flame did not light up, repeat the process
until the ignition flame lights up. If after the subsequent attempt the
ignition flame does not light up, read the section 'Possible
Malfunctions'.
– Re-fit the base, wind screen, and an empty inner pot in the right order.
When the ignition flame is lit, press the cooking mode switch (THEN
COOK) down. The appliance should switch off within 3–4 minutes. If the
appliance does not switch off, push the cooking mode switch (THEN
COOK) up to OFF position and read the section 'Possible
Malfunctions'.
– When the appliance switches off normally, add half a litre of water and
wait for a click indicating that the sensor has reset. With the ignition
flame lit press the cooking mode switch (THEN COOK) down again. The
appliance should dry-cook the inner pot and switch itself off. If the
appliance does not switch off normally, push the cooking mode switch
(THEN COOK) up to OFF position. To identify causes and solutions,
read the section 'Possible Malfunctions'.
– When removing the inner pot, make sure that the red temperature
maintaining mode switch (WARMING) is pushed up until it engages and
is covered by ignition (FIRST IGNITE). Then, it is in OFF position.
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Operating Instruction
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WARNING
Risk of burns by hot elements or surfaces!
Never touch a hot surface of the appliance during operation and directly
afterwards. Wait for the appliance to cool down.
When inserting/removing, use lid handles and inner pot handles.
Use kitchen towels or protective gloves.
Risk of burns by ignition flame!
Do not look directly into the hose opening when checking the flame.
Maintain safe distance.
Danger of scalding by steam coming out of the lid!
Do not hold hands nor face directly over the steam outlet opening on the
lid nor the air outlet opening.
6 Operating Instruction
Indications for User
• Do not operate the appliance with an empty inner pot (except for operation
check).
• The appliance is intended for professional use and may be operated by
professional personnel only.
• Make sure that installation of the appliance is ordered with a qualified gas
installation technician.
• The inner pot is designed for this gas rice cooker only and may not be used with
other appliances. Otherwise, this might lead to damages.
• The bottom burner unit is designed for this gas rice cooker only and may not be
used with other appliances.
• Maintain safe distance when lighting up the appliance.
• Do not block the ignition with water or rice, as this leads to unsuccessful ignition.
• The burner should always be kept dry.
• To avoid incomplete gas burning, do not cover the top side of the appliance.
• Never leave the operating appliance unattended.
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• Avoid damaging the inner pot's bottom as an outcome of colliding with other
objects.
• It is a normal thing for colour of the aluminium inner pot to change. The reason
for this discolouration is the water quality, insufficient amount of water,
subsequent cooking processes occurring one after or left-over rice.
Nevertheless, the inner pot may be safely used.
Before First Use
1. Before first use, clean the appliance, removable elements (lid, inner pot, wind
screen, water pan) and accessories, following indications in section 'Cleaning'.
2. Thoroughly dry all washed elements.
3. Assemble the appliance:
– put the water pan on the base of the appliance;
– wind screen fit on the base so that the hose opening is over the control
elements.
4. Before using the appliance, make sure that its condition is flawless and that it is
located in a well ventilated place.
5. Check the appliance connection to gas supply.
6. Make sure that there are no objects near or under the appliance that may
restrict the amount of air necessary for burning.
7. To start the appliance up, perform the following instructions.
Preparation of Inner Pot with Rice
1. Prepare the required amount of rice. Use the included measuring beaker to
measure out the rice.
2. Wash rice in a separate container.
3. Rinsed rice mix with fresh water in 1:1.3 ratio (rice : water) and put it in the inner
pot. Mind the markings on the inner pot.
Example: Pour 3 beakers of rinsed rice (measuring beakers – cups) and pour
fresh drinking water up to marking 3 on the inner pot.
4. Insert the inner pot in the wind screen.
ATTENTION!
Wet bottom of the inner pot leads to pour ignition or clogging of the
burner, and thus to inefficient burning.
Before inserting in the appliance, clean and dry the bottom of the inner pot.
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Fig. 3
5. Cover the inner pot with the lid.
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Appliance Start-Up
1. Make sure that the gas cut-off valve is open, and the hose opening is directly
over the control elements.
2. Press the ignition (FIRST IGNITE) (10) down for 2 seconds, until it engages,
and hold it pressed for approx. 5 seconds.
3. Release the ignition (FIRST IGNITE) (10) and check the ignition flame, looking
through the hose opening. If the ignition flame is lit, the appliance is ready to
operate.
When the ignition (FIRST IGNITE) (10) switches back, the temperature maintaining
mode switch (WARMING) (11) remains down.
4. If the ignition flame does not light up, wait for 5 minutes and then repeat the
steps 1–3 in order to light up again the ignition flame.
5. Make sure the ignition flame is still lit, and then light up the main burner by
pressing the cooking mode switch (THEN COOK) (12) down.
6. Look through the hose opening to check if the main burner is lit.
Important Indications
• If the wind screen and the inner pot are not properly installed, the main burner
may not light up, although the ignition flame is lit.
• When cooking, do not pull the temperature maintaining mode switch
(WARMING) up: otherwise the appliance will switch off.
• If the main burner has not been lit or has gone off, push the cooking mode
switch (THEN COOK) up to OFF position, until it engages.
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• Wait for the ignition flame to light up and only then do press the cooking mode
switch (THEN COOK) down. As long as the ignition flame is lit, it remains down.
Cooking Rice and Maintaining Its Temperature
1. When the cooking process ends, the cooking mode switch (THEN COOK)
moves automatically up.
2. After the cooking process is finished, leave the lid closed for the next 10–15
minutes, so the rice becomes more fluffy.
3. Then, carefully remove the lid from the inner pot, using lid handle to this end.
4. Serve the ready rice. Use the enclosed rice spoon to mix and serve rice.
5. After taking out ice, cover the inner pot with the lid, so that the rice does not cool
down.
6. Press the temperature maintaining mode (WARMING) down to switch the
appliance into the temperature maintaining mode.
The recommended time of keeping the rice warm is one hour.
7. If warming up is required, push the temperature maintaining mode switch
(WARMING) up.
Switching the Appliance OFF
1. When the inner pot is removed after the rice preparation process, push the
temperature maintaining mode switch (WARMING) up, until it engages.
Then, the temperature maintaining mode switch (WARMING) is in OFF position.
7 Cleaning
7.1 Safety Instructions for Cleaning
• Close the gas supply valve before cleaning.
• Leave the appliance to cool down completely.
• Do not clean the appliance with a pressurized water jet.
• Do not use any sharp or pointed, nor metal implements (knife, fork, etc.). Sharp
or pointed objects may damage the appliance.
• For cleaning, do not use any scouring agents that contain solvents nor corrosive
cleaning agents. They may damage the surface.
7.2 Cleaning
1. Clean the appliance and its equipment after each use.
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Cleaning
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2. Remove the inner pot from the wind screen.
ATTENTION!
Never wash the external container in a dishwasher.
Do not use any metal cleaners, as they may scratch the surface of the
inner pot.
3. Wash the inner pot thoroughly after each use in warm water and with a mild
cleaning agent. Remove carbon deposits at the bottom of the inner pot, as
otherwise they will negatively affect heat transfer.
4. Use a clean cloth to wipe the inner pot.
5. Wash the lid, wind screen and water pan, as well as accessories (measuring
beaker, rice spoon) in warm water, using a soft cloth or a sponge and a mild
cleaning agent.
6. To end with, rinse all parts thoroughly in fresh water.
7. Dry the cleaned parts thoroughly with a soft cloth.
8. Clean the base with a soft, damp cloth and dry it thoroughly.
9. To provide for effective burning, clean the burner regularly. Use soft, damp
cloth.
10. Use a needle to clean openings of the burner.
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Possible Malfunctions
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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
No gas supply, the
appliance does not
ignite
The gas cut-off valve is not
open
Open the gas cut-off valve
Bent or flattened gas hose
Straighten or replace the
gas hose
Air in gas hose
Repeat ignition
Obstructed burner
openings
Clean burner openings
Burner damaged
Contact the service
company
Too fast an ignition
process
Perform the ignition
process slowly
Main burner switches
off before the rice is
fully cooked
Too little water for a given
amount of rice
Add suitable amount of
water
Water spilled over the
flame sensor
Dry the flame sensor
Incorrectly inserted water
pan, inner pot and/or wind
screen
Insert correctly elements of
the appliance
Damaged or soiled
thermoelement
Contact the service
company
8 Possible Malfunctions
Mögliche
The table below contains descriptions of possible causes and solutions to
malfunctions or errors during operation of the appliance. When malfunction cannot
be removed, contact the technical service.
In such a case, provide article number, model name and serial number. These data
may be found in the rating plate.
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Possible Malfunctions
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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Ignition flame and main
burner go off during the
cooking process
Liquid spilled over the
ignition flame
Clean or replace the burner
Obstructed ignition flame
opening
Clean or replace the
ignition flame opening
Too low a gas supply
pressure
Check the gas hose for
correct size
Full open the gas cut-off
valve
Thermoelement is wet or
damaged
Clean or replace the
thermoelement
Main burner does not
switch on automatically
Damaged or soiled
thermoelement
Contact the service
company
Damaged gasket or spring
of the gas cut-off valve
Contact the service
company
Too little a main burner
flame
Too low a gas supply
pressure
Contact the gas company
Obstructed burner
openings
Clean burner openings
Yellow flame at the
main burner
Soot at the bottom of
the inner pot
Incorrect type of gas
Operate the appliance only
with the gas type stated on
the rating plate
The gas cut-off valve is not
fully open
Open the gas cut-off valve
Soiled burner or there are
insects inside the burner
Clean the burner, and
replace, if needed
Remove insects from the
burner
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Possible Malfunctions
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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Too high a flame
Water spilled over the
burner
Burner elements and
burner nozzles are clogged
Clean burner elements or
replace the burner
Damaged gas pressure
controller
Replace gas pressure
controller
Water or rice boil over
Too much water or too
much rice in the inner pot
Do not exceed the
maximum amount of water
or rice
Inner side of the inner
pot becomes dark-grey
After cleaning, the inner
pot has not been dried
Dry the inner pot
thoroughly after cleaning
Surface of the inner pot
has been discoloured by
fumes to dark-grey colour
Aluminium discolouration is
not harmful to health
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Disposal
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9 Disposal
At the end of the appliance's operational life cycle, dispose of the appliance,
observing national and local regulations. To this end, we recommend contacting a
professional company or local authorities' unit, proper for utilisation matters.
Before disposing of the appliance make sure that the appliance cannot be restarted
to prevent any abuse and related risks, and then deliver it to the local collection
point.
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