Salton RC1653 Instruction Booklet
automatic
rice cooker
Instruction Booklet
Model: RC1653
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs, or
the appliance in water or other liquid.
4. 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.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow 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 is dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to the manufacturer for examination,
repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment. All servicing, other
than cleaning, should be performed by an authorized service
representative. See Warranty section.
8. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Salton
may cause hazards.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
11.Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
12.Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot liquids.
13.Always attach plug to appliance rst, then plug cord into the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to ‘OFF’, then remove
plug from wall outlet.
14.CAUTION: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during
use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns,
res or other damage to persons or property.
15.DO NOT exceed rice and water proportions that would make more
than 6 cups of cooked rice.
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16.This appliance generates steam. Do not operate uncovered.
17.Do not block Steam Vent Hole.
18.Do not leave unit unattended while in use.
19.This appliance is for Household Use Only. Do not use appliance for
other than intended use.
20.Do not place the Rice Bowl on other heat sources (e.g. cooking
stove). It may become deformed.
21.During or immediately after cooking, the area near the Steam Vent
Hole is at a high temperature. To avoid burns do not touch this area.
22.To reduce the risk of electric shock, ONLY cook in the removable rice/
cooking bowl.
23.DO NOT use for deep frying.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will t in a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Do not modify the
plug in any way.
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
1. Lid
2. Rice/Cooking Bowl
3. Rice Cooker Base
4. ‘Warm’ Indicator Light
5. ‘Cook’ Indicator Light
6. Switch
7. Heating Plate
8. Heat Sensor
9. Measuring Cup
10. Spatula
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BEFORE FIRST USE
Wash the Rice/Cooking Bowl, Lid, Measuring Cup and Spatula in warm
soapy water. Rinse and dry. Wipe the Base with a clean, damp cloth.
Do not use harsh detergents or abrasive cleansers on any part of the
appliance. NEVER immerse the Base in water or any other liquid.
NOTE: Handle the Rice/Cooking Bowl carefully. Scratching or denting
the Rice/Cooking Bowl may result in unsatisfactory performance.
HOW TO COOK RICE
1. Lift out the Rice/Cooking Bowl and make sure that the outside of the
Bowl is clean and dry and that the Heat Sensor in the center, on the
inside of the Base, is clean, dry and cool.
2. Measure rice and cold water and place evenly in Rice Bowl. Many
types of rice use 2 measures of liquid to 1 measure of rice but see
package directions for correct proportions. DO NOT exceed rice and
water proportions that would make more than 6 cups of cooked rice.
IMPORTANT: NEVER PUT ANY WATER INTO THE RICE COOKER
BASE
3. Place the Rice/Cooking Bowl back in the Rice Cooker Base. Make
sure that the Rice Bowl is seated correctly by turning the Bowl slightly
from side to side.
4. Put the Lid on the Rice Cooker.
5. Plug Rice Cooker into a 120 volt AC outlet.
6. Depress the switch to start the cooking cycle. The red ‘COOK’
Indicator Light will light up.
NOTE:
DO NOT press the ‘COOK’ button before placing the Rice/
Cooking Bowl containing the ingredients into the Cooker.
DO NOT block the Steam Vent while Rice Cooker is operating.
7. When cooking is complete the red ‘Cook’ Light will go out and the
amber ‘Warm’ cycle light will light up.
8. When the ‘Warm’ light comes on, take off the Lid, be careful of
escaping steam, and uff rice with the Spatula. The rice can be served
immediately or close the Lid and leave the rice in the Rice Cooker.
NOTE: It is not recommended to use the ‘Warm’ cycle for longer than
2 hours.
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