RICE COOKER SRK 400 A2
RICE COOKER
Operating instructions
REISKOCHER
Bedienungsanleitung
IAN 273386
RISKOKARE
Bruksanvisning
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Table of contents
Introduction ...................................................2
Copyright ............................................................... 2
Intended use ..................................................2
Scope of delivery/Preparation ...................................3
Disposal of packaging ..................................................... 3
Appliance description ...........................................4
Technical details ...............................................4
Safety instructions .............................................5
Using the rice cooker ...........................................7
Preparing pretreated rice ................................................... 7
Preparing rice that has not been pretreated .................................... 9
Steam cooking .......................................................... 12
Fault rectification ..............................................13
Cleaning .....................................................14
Storage .....................................................15
Disposal of the appliance .......................................15
Importer .....................................................16
Warranty ....................................................16
Service ......................................................16
Read the operating instructions thoroughly, particularly the safety instructions.
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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance.
You have decided to purchase a high-quality product. These operating instruc-
tions are a constituent of this product. They contain important information with
regard to safety, use and disposal. Before using the product, familiarise yourself
with all operating and safety instructions. Use this appliance only as described
and only for the specified areas of application. In addition, pass these operating
instructions on to whoever might acquire the appliance at a future date.
Copyright
This documentation is subject to copyright protection.
Any copying or reproduction of it, including as extracts, as well as the reproduction
of images, also in an altered state, is only permitted with the written authorisation
of the manufacturer.
Intended use
This appliance is used for cooking rice and steaming food such as vegetables or fish.
This appliance is intended exclusively for use in domestic households. Do not use
it for commercial applications!
WARNING
Risks from non-intended use
Risks can arise if the appliance is used for non-intended purposes and/or other
types of usage.
► Only use the appliance for its intended purpose.
► Observe the procedures described in these operating instructions.
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NOTE
► Risks can arise if the appliance is used for non-intended purposes and/
or other types of usage. Use the appliance exclusively for its intended purposes. Observe the procedures described in these operating instructions.
Claims of any kind for damage resulting from unintended use, incompetent
repairs, unauthorised modification or the use of unauthorised spare parts
will not be accepted. The operator alone bears liability.
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Scope of delivery/Preparation
This appliance is supplied with the following components as standard:
▯ Rice Cooker incl. cooking bowl and steam cooking insert
▯ Measuring cup
▯ Plastic spoon
▯ Power cord with safety plug
▯ Operating instructions
1) Remove all parts of the appliance and the operating instructions from the
carton.
2) Remove all packaging materials as well as foils and stickers.
3) Clean all parts of the appliance as described in the section “Cleaning”.
NOTE
► Check the contents for completeness and for signs of visible damage.
► If the contents are not complete, or are damaged due to defective
packaging or through transportation, contact the Service Hotline
(see chapter Service).
Disposal of packaging
The packaging protects the appliance from transport damage. The packaging
materials are selected according to their environmental friendliness and disposal
attributes - and are therefore recyclable.
Recirculation of packaging into the material flow saves on raw material and reduces the amount of waste generated. Dispose of packaging material no longer
needed in line with applicable local regulations.
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NOTE
► If possible, keep the appliance's original packaging during the warranty
period so that, in the event of a warranty claim, you can pack the appliance
properly for its return.
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Appliance description
Figure A:
Steam cooking insert
Release
Steam outlet opening
Condensation collector
Power cable
Orange control lamp “
Function selector switch
Socket for mains adapter
Red control lamp “
On/Off switch
- Bracket for the plastic spoon
3 Cooking bowl
Figure B:
! Measuring cup
. Plastic spoon
” (Keep-warm)
” (Cooking)
Technical details
Mains voltage 220 - 240 V ~, 50 Hz
Rated power 400 W
Keep-warm mode output 45 W
All of the parts of this appliance
that come into contact with food are
food-safe.
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Safety instructions
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
► Connect the rice cooker only to correctly installed and
earthed power sockets supplying a voltage that corresponds
with the details given on the appliance identification plate.
► Always remove the plug from the power socket when you
move or fill the appliance, in the event of problems, before
cleaning the appliance and when the cooker is not in use!
► Never disconnect the appliance by pulling the power cable
from the power socket. Always disconnect the plug itself.
► Never touch the appliance plug with wet or moist hands.
► Should the appliance fall into liquid, IMMEDIATELY remove
the power plug from the socket. Then, do not operate the
appliance again until it has been inspected by an approved
service company.
► Never subject the appliance to the effects of moisture, and
do not use it outdoors.
► Do not use the rice cooker if you are standing on a wet floor
or if your hands and/or the appliance are wet.
► Position the power cable so that it does not come into con-
tact with hot or sharp-edged objects.
► Do not kink or crush the power cable and do not wind it
around the appliance.
► To avoid risks, arrange for defective plugs and/or power
cables to be replaced at once by qualified technicians or
our Customer Service Department.
Never submerge the appliance in water or other liquids.
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WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Never leave the appliance unattended during operation.
► This appliance may be used by children aged 8 years or
over if they are supervised or have been told how to use the
appliance safely and are aware of the potential risks. Cleaning and user maintenance tasks must not be carried out
by children unless they are aged 8 years or more and are
supervised. The appliance and its connecting cable must be
kept away from children younger than 8 years old.
► This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning safe use of the appliance, and if they are aware
of the potential risks.
► Children must not play with the appliance.
► Allow the appliance and accessories to cool completely
before cleaning and storing them.
► Do not use an external timing switch or a separate remote
control system to operate the appliance.
► The escaping water vapour is extremely hot! Risk of Burns!
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
CAUTION! Hot steam escapes from the steam outlet
opening and upon opening the cover! Risk of scalding!
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
Attention! Hot surface!
This symbol warns of hot surfaces on the appliance!
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CAUTION - PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► Never cover the lid with a cloth or the like during cooking.
► Never place the appliance near sources of heat.
► Never open the housing. If you do, the safety concept of
the appliance can no longer be assured and the warranty
becomes void.
► Only use the accessory parts provided with the appliance
and never use the appliance without first inserting the
cooking bowl.
Using the rice cooker
The appliance can be used to cook rice and steam other food at the same time.
Experiment with finding the right quantity of water and the right cooking time for
the various foods.
NOTE
► Before first using the appliance, fill the cooking bowl 3 up as far as the
CUP marking “4”, and allow to boil for around 30 min (see chapter entitled “Steam cooking” for operation). Now throw this water away, allow the
appliance to cool down and then clean the cooking bowl 3 thoroughly.
Preparing pretreated rice
You will find pretreated rice on the retail market under the name “Quick cook rice”,
“Easy cook rice” or the like.
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NOTE
► Coat the inside of the cooking bowl 3 evenly with a little fat or vegetable
oil to achieve a better cooking result.
► Never exceed the 5 CUP/1 Litre scale in the cooking bowl 3. If you do,
the water may overflow!
1) Open the lid by pressing the release and lifting the lid simultaneously.
2) Remove the cooking bowl 3.
3) Pour the rice and the amount of water specified on the rice packet into the
cooking bowl 3.
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NOTE
► Always prepare at least enough rice so that the when the water is added it
reaches at least the CUP marking “2”. Failure to do so could lead to poor
cooking results!
4) Place the cooking bowl 3 in the appliance:
Ensure that...
– ... there is no moisture or rice on the outside of the cooking bowl 3 –
this will prevent soiling of the cooking area. If necessary, wipe the outside
with a clean cloth.
– ... the cooking bowl 3 is not skewed or tilted when being placed in the
rice cooker housing. Always insert the cooking bowl 3 correctly and
precisely into the rice cooker housing. Otherwise, the safety shut-off of
the appliance may trigger and the appliance will not allow itself to be
switched on.
5) Now close the lid.
6) Connect the power cable to the socket and insert the mains plug into
the power socket.
7) Switch the appliance on using the On/Off switch . The orange control
lamp “
8) Press down the function selector switch and cook the rice for the amount
of time specified on the rice packet.
9) When the rice is ready:
10) When you have removed the rice, switch the device off at the On/Off switch
and pull the power plug out of the mains power socket.
” lights up.
– If you want to eat the rice immediately, disconnect the plug from the
mains power socket.
– If you wish to keep the rice warm (max. 2 hours), press the function
selector switch upwards.
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NOTE
► Some types of easy-cook rice still have to swell after cooking.
Always follow the preparation instructions on the packaging of the rice.
CAUTION - PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► Use only the supplied plastic spoon . to remove the rice. Other spoons
may cause damage to the anti-stick coating of the cooking bowl 3.
NOTE
► You can insert the plastic spoon . into the bracket -at the edge of the
rice cooker. This is always ready to hand!
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Preparing rice that has not been pretreated
NOTE
► Coat the inside of the cooking bowl 3 evenly with a little fat or vegetable
oil to achieve a better cooking result
1) Open t
2) Remove the cooking bowl 3.
NOTE
3) Measure the desired quantity of rice with the help of the supplied measuring
4) Thoroughly wash and drain the rice. This may remove some of the nutrition,
5) After washing the rice, pour it rice into the cooking bowl 3 and smooth it out.
6) Then add water up to the relevant CUP markings in the cooking bowl 3.
Subject to taste preferences, salt can also be added to the rice.
he lid by pressing the release and lifting the lid simultaneously
► If the cooking bowl 3 is damaged, do not continue to use it! The damage
may have caused the safety shut-off of the appliance to activate, and the
appliance will not allow itself to be switched on.
cup !.
As a general rule: A level measuring cup ! – filled with rice – is a portion
for one person. Determine the right quantity of rice / water for yourself by
making a few cooking attempts.
but not washing the rice could lead to poor cooking results and increased
foam and steam formation in the cooking bowl 3. Always pay attention to
the rice manufacturer’s preparation instructions
– 2 Measuring cups of rice = Water up to CUP marking “2”
– 3 Measuring cups of rice = Water up to CUP marking “3”
– 4 Measuring cups of rice = Water up to CUP marking “4”
– 5 Measuring cups of rice = Water up to CUP marking “5”
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NOTE
► Never exceed the 5 CUP/1 Litre scale in the cooking bowl 3.
If you do, the water may overflow!
► Always prepare at least 2 portions of rice. Failure to do so could lead to
poor cooking results!
► The cooking time can be shortened by using hot water. However, if you
do this use a little less water than is indicated by the CUP marking in the
cooking bowl 3.
► Subject to the type/sort of rice being prepared, it could be that you may
have to insert a little more or less water to achieve an optimal cooking
result. Vary the amount of water in accordance with your individual
experiences and personal preference.
NOTE
► If you would like to use a different container than the measuring cup !
that is provided, the "Litre scale" in the cooking bowl 3 can be used for
orientation. For example, if you want to cook 0.6 litres of rice, you must
measure out this quantity using a measuring cup and put the rice into the
cooking bowl 3. Then put water into the cooking bowl 3, so that the
water is up to the "0.6 l" mark.
The scaling represents the value that results from the total quantity of rice
with the water added.
For this reason, do not use the scale to measure out liquids or food, since
it only applies to the rice cooker!
7) After filling the cooking bowl 3, put it back into the rice cooker housing.
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Ensure that...
– ... there is no moisture or rice on the outside of the cooking bowl 3 – this
will prevent soiling of the cooking area. If necessary, wipe the outside
with a clean cloth.
– ... the cooking bowl 3 is not skewed or tilted when being placed in the
rice cooker housing. Always insert the cooking bowl 3 correctly and
precisely into the rice cooker housing. Otherwise, the safety shut-off of
the appliance may trigger and the appliance will not allow itself to be
switched on.
8) Now close the lid.
9) Connect the power cable to the socket and insert the mains plug into
the mains socket.
10) Switch the appliance on using the On/Off switch . The orange control
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WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► During the cooking process steam is emitted from the steam outlet opening .
NEVER hold your hands or other parts of the body over the steam outlet
opening during the cooking process. Risk of scalding!
11) Press the function selector switch downwards. The orange control lamp
“
” goes out and the red control lamp “ ” lights up. The cooking
process starts.
NOTE
► If the cooking bowl 3 is not correctly positioned, the function selector
switch cannot be moved to the "Cook" setting.
As soon as the rice is cooked, the rice cooker switches itself automatically
back to the keep-warm setting. The red control lamp “
orange control lamp “
NOTE
► You can keep the rice warm for approx. 2 hours if you like. However, the
taste and the degree of cooking of the rice may change the longer it is
kept warm.
12) Open the lid. The rice is now ready to eat.
CAUTION - PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► Use only the supplied plastic spoon .to remove the rice. Other spoons
may cause damage to the anti-stick coating.
” lights up again. Wait for five minutes.
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NOTE
► You can insert the plastic spoon . into the bracket -at the edge of the
rice cooker. This way it is always ready to hand!
If you do not eat the rice immediately:
– Do not remove the lid whilst keeping the rice warm.
– Do not keep the rice warm for longer than 2 hours.
WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
► Always pull the power plug out of the power socket when no longer using
the rice cooker. Risk of electric shock!
13) When you have removed the rice, switch the device off at the On/Off switch
and pull the power plug out of the mains power socket.
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Steam cooking
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
Do not lift up the steam cooking insert during the steaming process –
risk of scalding from escaping steam. The steam cooking insert becomes hot during the steaming process. When taking hold of the steam
cooking insert , use oven cloths or something similar to lift it from the
cooking bowl 3.
NOTE
► Ensure that the cooking bowl 3 is also inserted correctly when it is used
for steaming. The cooking bowl 3 must not be damaged. Otherwise, the
safety shut-off of the appliance may be activated and the appliance will
not allow itself to be switched on.
1) Pour the desired quantity of water into the cooking bowl 3. Take note of the
examples given in the following tables.
Vegetables
(weight)
Green beans, cabbage, carrots
(approx. 200 g)
Mushrooms, halved
(250 g)
Kidney beans, brown beans, asparagus, spinach
(approx. 200 g)
NOTE
► Cut the food into small pieces which will fit into the steam cooking insert .
Cut the carrots into small pieces and divide up the florets of the cauliflower
or broccoli.
Fish/seafood
(weight)
Mussels (cook until they
are opened)
(approx. 100 g)
Prawns (cook until a pink colour)
(approx. 200 g)
Quantity of
water
1–2 measuring
cups !
1 measuring
cup !
1–2 measuring
cups !
Quantity of
water
1 measuring cup !
1 measuring cup !
Steaming
time
(approx.)
25 minutes
15 minutes
20 minutes
Steaming
time
(approx.)
10 minutes
15 minutes
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Fish fillet (salmon)
(approx. 350 g)
2 measuring cups !
20 minutes
Oysters (in the shell)
(approx. 3-4)
2) Place the food to be steamed in the steam cooking insert .
3) Place the steam cooking insert onto the cooking bowl 3.
4) Now close the lid.
5) Connect the power cable to the socket and insert the mains plug into
the mains socket.
6) Switch the appliance on using the On/Off switch . The orange control
lamp “
7) Press the function selector switch downwards. The orange control
lamp “
The steaming process begins.
8) Once the specified time has elapsed, press the function selector switch
upwards. The appliance does not switch off automatically or switch to keepwarm mode.
9) Switch the device off at the On/Off switch and pull the power plug out of
the mains power socket.
“ lights up.
” goes out and the red control lamp “ ” lights up.
Fault rectification
Defect Cause Rectification
2 measuring cups !
30 minutes
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Appliance not
working.
The function selector
switch keeps
springing up again.
The rice cooker is not
plugged in.
The mains power socket is
defective.
The cooking bowl 3 is
not seated/not seated
correctly.
Insert the plug into a
mains power socket.
Use a different wall
power socket.
Insert the cooking
bowl 3correctly into
the rice cooker.
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