Hamilton Beach 37508 User Guide

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LIRE AVANT UTILISATION
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8-Cup Rice

Cooker & Steamer

Questions?

Cuiseur de riz et cuit-

Please call us – our friendly
associates are ready to help.
USA: 1.800.851.8900

Questions ?
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nos associés s’empresseront
de vous aider.
CAN : 1.800.267.2826

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amables representantes están
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Le invitamos a leer cuidadosamente este
instructivo antes de usar su aparato.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to
persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely
supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.

3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or

near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.

4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Use pot

holders when removing hot containers.

5. To protect against a risk of electrical shock, do not immerse cord,

plug, or base in water or other liquid.

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

to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.

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

plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and
repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service
agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Call the provided customer service number for information on
examination, repair, or adjustment.

8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the

appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.

9. Do not use outdoors.

10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot

surfaces, including the stove.

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

heated oven.

12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance

containing hot food, water, or other hot liquids.

13. To disconnect, push up the switch and then remove plug from

wall outlet.

14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

15. Lift and open cover carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water

to drip into the cooking pot.

16. CAUTION: Risk of electric shock. Cook only in removable

cooking pot.

17. Do not place the unit directly under cabinets when operating as

this product produces large amounts of steam. Avoid reaching
over the product when operating.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Other Consumer Safety Information

This appliance is intended for household use only.

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with a polarized plug (one wide blade) to reduce the risk of electric
shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by
using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

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Electrical Shock Hazard: This appliance is provided

The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce
the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a
longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used.
The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater
than the rating of the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange the
extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.

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Parts and Features

*To order parts:
US: 1.800.851.8900
www.hamiltonbeach.com
Canada: 1.800.267.2826
Mexico:

01 800 71 16 100

Steamer
Basket*

Lid

Lid Release

Rice Measuring Cup

6-Ounce (177 ml)*

COOK and WARM Indicator Lights

Cook Switch

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Rice Paddle*

Removable
Cooking Pot*

Removable
Lid Liner*

Condensation
Collector

Base

3

Electrical Shock Hazard. Cook only in removable cooking

How to Cook Rice

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pot. Never place water or food directly into the base.

BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash all removable parts following Care and
Cleaning instructions; dry thoroughly.

RICE MEASURING CUP INFORMATION

NOTE: Do not throw away the rice measuring cup that comes with your unit. This is an important tool in using your rice cooker successfully and its
size is standard in the rice industry. One rice measuring cup equals 6 oz. (177 ml) or approximately 3/4 cup U.S. standard measuring cup.

Measure rice with rice measuring
cup. Add the desired amount
of measured uncooked rice
to steamer basket. Do not fill
above side vents to prevent
rice from falling through while
rinsing. Place basket under a
slow-flowing faucet and rinse.
Add drained rice to cooking

1

pot. Repeat rinsing with any
remaining rice.

2

Fill with water to corresponding
water line. Example: If you add
3 level rice cups of rice to the
cooking pot, add water to the “3”
line of the cooking pot. DO NOT
exceed 4-cup MAX fill line.

3

Place cooking pot securely into
the base. NOTE: Make sure
bottom of cooking pot is not bent
or warped, or it will not conduct
heat correctly.

Plug into outlet. The WARM light

4

Close lid.

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5

will illuminate BUT UNIT IS NOT
COOKING.

How to Cook Rice (cont.)

6

Press cook switch down to begin
cooking. NOTE: During cooking,
remove and empty condensation
cup as needed; then replace.

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7

COOK light indicator will
illuminate and rice will begin
cooking. Cooking times will be
approximately what is listed on
the rice cooking chart on page 6.

8

When finished cooking, cooker
will automatically switch to
WARM and light will illuminate.
The unit will keep rice warm until
it is unplugged.

9

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Never use lid handle to carry
cooker when contents are hot.
Steam from steam vent can cause
injury.

Burn Hazard.

5

Rice Cooking Chart

• Chart is based on measuring rice and water with the rice measuring cup provided.

• There are many different types of rice. Rice packaging directions may call for different amounts of rice and water from the chart; following
package directions may vary results.

• Do not exceed maximum 4 water fill line to prevent overflow while rice is cooking.

MAXIMUM AMOUNT

TYPE OF RICE

Long Grain White 4 cups (710 ml) fill to 4 line 25–27 min 8+ cups

Long Grain Brown 4 cups (710 ml) fill to 4 line 44–46 min 8+ cups

Arborio 4 cups (710 ml) fill to 4 line 38–40 min 8+ cups

Basmati*** 4 cups (710 ml) fill to 4 line 30–32 min 8+ cups

Jasmine*** 4 cups (710 ml) fill to 4 line 29–31 min 8+ cups

Sushi Rice 4 cups (710 ml) fill to 4 line 26–28 min 8+ cups

*Measured in rice measuring cup
**Measured in 1-cup U.S. measure
***Rinse before cooking

6

OF RICE*

MAXIMUM AMOUNT

OF WATER

APPROX.

COOKING TIME YIELD**

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To Cook Grain and Cereal

Follow directions to cook rice, adding water as indicated on grain and cereal cooking charts.

Grain Cooking Chart

Chart is based on measuring grain and water with the rice measuring cup provided. Teff, amaranth, and other very small grains are not
recommended.

MAXIMUM AMOUNT

TYPE OF GRAIN

Barley 1 cup (177 ml) 3 cups (532 ml) 37–39 min 2 1/2 cups

Farro 4 cups (710 ml) 4 cups (710 ml) 38–40 min 7 3/4 cups
Millet 2 1/2 cups (443 ml) 5 cups (887 ml) 38–40 min 7 cups

Quinoa*** 4 cups (710 ml) 4 cups (710 ml) 30–32 min 9 cups

Sorghum 1 cup (177 ml) 3 cups (532 ml) 58–60 min 1 3/4 cups

Wheatberries 4 cups (710 ml) 6 cups (1.06 L) 75–77 min 7 cups

*Measured in rice measuring cup
**Measured in 1-cup U.S. measure
***Rinse before cooking

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OF GRAIN*

MAXIMUM AMOUNT

OF WATER*

APPROX.

COOKING TIME

YIELD**

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Cereal Cooking Chart

Chart is based on measuring cereal and water with the rice measuring cup provided. Steel-cut oatmeal is not recommended.

MAXIMUM AMOUNT

TYPE OF CEREAL

Cream of Wheat***

Grits 1 cup (177 ml) 4 cups (710 ml) 18–20 min 2 3/4 cups

Old-Fashioned

Oatmeal***

*Measured in rice measuring cup
**Measured in 1-cup U.S. measure
***Stir once or twice during cooking

†

Cream of Wheat is a trademark of B&G Foods North America, Inc. Use of the trademark does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by B&G North America, Inc.

†

OF CEREAL*

2 cups (355 ml) 5 cups (887 ml) 9–10 min 4 cups

3 cups (532 ml) 5 cups (887 ml) 26–28 min 4 cups

MAXIMUM AMOUNT

OF WATER*

APPROX.

COOKING TIME YIELD**

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How to Steam Food

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pot and steamer basket. Never place water or food directly into the base.

Electrical Shock Hazard. Cook only in removable cooking

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Pour desired amount of water in
cooking pot.

5

Close lid. The WARM light will illuminate

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Place cooking pot securely into
the base. NOTE: Make sure
bottom of cooking pot is not bent
or warped, or it will not conduct
heat correctly.

6

Plug into outlet. Press cook switch down to begin

3

Add food to steamer basket. Place steamer basket into

7

BUT UNIT IS NOT COOKING.

cooking pot.

8

cooking.

9

How to Steam Food (cont.)

COOK light will illuminate.
NOTE: During cooking, remove
and empty condensation cup as
needed; then replace.

When finished cooking, cooker
will switch automatically to
WARM and light will illuminate.

Using an oven mitt, remove food
from steamer basket.

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Unplug.

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Never use lid handle to carry
cooker when contents are hot.
Steam from steam vent can cause
injury.

Burn Hazard.

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Steam Cooking Chart

MAXIMUM AMOUNT

TYPE OF FOOD

Vegetables:

Asparagus, cut in 3-inch pieces 2 cups (473 ml) fill to 1 line 12–14 min Crisp-tender

Broccoli, florets 2 cups (473 ml) fill to 1 line 13–15 min Crisp-tender

Carrots, sliced 1/4-inch thick 2 cups (473 ml) fill to 1 line 16–18 min Crisp-tender

Corn-on-the-Cob 1 ear fill to 1 line 16–18 min Crisp-tender

Potatoes, 3/4-inch cubes 2 cups (473 ml) fill to 1 line 23–25 min Tender

Zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick 2 cups (473 ml) fill to 1 line 12–14 min Crisp-tender

Poultry/Seafood:

Chicken, tenders 8 oz. (227 g) fill to 1 line 21–23 min Internal temperature

Salmon, fillet 8 oz. (227 g) fill to 1 line 16–18 min Internal temperature

Shrimp, peeled and deveined

31–40 count

*Measured in 1-cup U.S. measure

• The more vegetables added to the steamer basket, the longer the
steam time should be.

• Smaller pieces of vegetables will steam faster than larger pieces.

OF FOOD*

12 oz. (340 g) fill to 1 line 18–20 min Pink and opaque

MAXIMUM AMOUNT

OF WATER*

APPROX.

COOKING TIME

DONENESS TEST

FOR FOOD

160°–165°F (71°–74°C)

145°F (63°C)

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Electrical Shock Hazard. Cook only in removable cooking

How to Steam Food

w WARNING

pot and steamer basket. Never place water or food directly into the base.

While Cooking Rice

RICE MEASURING CUP INFORMATION

NOTE: Do not throw away the rice measuring cup that comes with your unit. This is an important tool in using your rice cooker successfully and its
size is standard in the rice industry. One rice measuring cup equals 6 oz. (177 ml) or approximately 3/4 cup U.S. standard measuring cup.

Measure rice with rice measuring
cup. Add the desired amount
of measured uncooked rice
to steamer basket. Do not fill
above side vents to prevent
rice from falling through while
rinsing. Place basket under a
slow-flowing faucet and rinse.
Add drained rice to cooking

1

pot. Repeat rinsing with any
remaining rice.

2

Fill with water to corresponding
water line. Example: If you add
3 level rice cups of rice to the
cooking pot, add water to the “3”
line of the cooking pot. DO NOT
exceed 4-cup MAX fill line.

3

Place cooking pot securely into
the base. NOTE: Make sure
bottom of cooking pot is not bent
or warped, or it will not conduct
heat correctly.

4

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5

How to Steam Food While Cooking Rice (cont.)

6

Close lid. The WARM light will illuminate

7

Plug into outlet. Press cook switch down to begin

8

BUT UNIT IS NOT COOKING.

9

cooking.

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COOK light will illuminate.
NOTE: During cooking, remove
and empty condensation cup as
needed; then replace.

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When finished cooking, cooker
will switch automatically to
WARM and light will illuminate.

Using an oven mitt, remove food
from steamer basket.

Unplug.

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use lid handle to carry cooker
when contents are hot. Steam from
steam vent can cause injury.

Burn Hazard. Never

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Steaming Food With Rice Chart

Chart is based on measuring rice and water with the rice measuring cup provided. If you lose the rice measuring cup, one rice measuring
cup equals 6 oz. (177 ml) or approximately 3/4 cup U.S. measure, or follow the recommended two parts water to one part rice.

MAXIMUM

AMOUNT

TYPE OF FOOD

Asparagus, cut in 3-inch pieces 2 cups

Broccoli, florets 2 cups

Corn-on-the-Cob 1 ear 2 cups

Potatoes, cut in 3/4–1 inch chunks 2 cups

Yellow Squash and Red Bell Peppers,
sliced 1/4-inch thick and 1-inch cubes

Chicken, tenders 8 oz.

*Measured in 1-cup U.S. measure
**Measured in rice measuring cup
***All times are for long grain white rice

• The more vegetables added to the steamer basket, the longer the
steam time should be.

• Smaller pieces of vegetables will steam faster than larger pieces.

OF FOOD*

(473 ml)

(473 ml)

(473 ml)

2 cups

(473 ml)

(227 g)

MAXIMUM

AMOUNT

OF RICE**

2 cups

(355 ml)

2 cups

(355 ml)

(355 ml)

2 cups

(355 ml)

2 cups

(355 ml)

2 cups

(355 ml)

MAXIMUM

AMOUNT

OF WATER

fill to 2 line 23–25 min 5 cups Crisp-tender

fill to 2 line 22–24 min 5 cups Crisp-tender

fill to 2 line 23–25 min 5 cups Crisp-tender

fill to 2 line 24–26 min 5 cups Firm but tender

fill to 2 line 23–25 min 5 cups Crisp-tender

fill to 2 line 24–26 min 5 cups Internal temperature

• Give rice a flavor boost by substituting an equal amount of chicken/
beef/vegetable broth for water.

APPROX.

COOKING

TIME***

YIELD OF

RICE*

DONENESS TEST

FOR FOOD

160°–165°F (71°–74°C)

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Steaming Food With Rice Chart (cont.)

MAXIMUM

AMOUNT

TYPE OF FOOD

Salmon fillet 8 oz.

Shrimp, peeled and deveined 12 oz.

*Measured in 1-cup U.S. measure
**Measured in rice measuring cup
***All times are for long grain white rice

OF FOOD*

(227 g)

(340 g)

MAXIMUM

AMOUNT

OF RICE**

2 cups

(355 ml)

2 cups

(355 ml)

MAXIMUM

AMOUNT

OF WATER

fill to 2 line 26–28 min 5 cups Internal temperature

fill to 2 line 26–28 min 5 cups Pink and opaque

APPROX.

COOKING

TIME***

YIELD OF

RICE*

DONENESS TEST

FOR FOOD

145°F (63°C)

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Care and Cleaning

w WARNING

Do not immerse base in water or other liquid.

Electrical Shock Hazard.

1

Unplug.

2

Lid liner may be removed to wash
by hand.

DISHWASHER-SAFE

DO NOT use the “SANI” setting
when washing in the dishwasher.
“SANI” cycle temperatures could
damage your product.

3

To replace the lid liner, simply
align the holes and press the
liner back into place.

4

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE/SOLUTION

Cooker doesn’t turn
on.

Rice is not cooked. • Not enough water/cooking liquid. Follow package directions or see Rice Cooking Chart for more

Rice is mushy. • Too much liquid added to cooking pot. Reduce liquid.
Cooking pot not

fitting.

• Cooker is not plugged in. Make sure rice cooker is plugged into a properly operating electrical
outlet.

information.

• Place cooking pot securely into the base. NOTE: If cooking pot is bent or warped, it will not seat
properly in base and, therefore, will not conduct heat correctly. To replace cooking pot, call the toll­free Customer Assistance number listed on the cover of this guide.

• Call the toll-free Customer Assistance number listed on the cover of this guide.

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