Toastmaster TRC5 User Manual

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WARNING: A risk of fire and electrical shock exists in all electrical appliances
and may cause personal injury or death. Please follow all safety instr uctions.

Five Cup Rice Cooker

Use and Care Guide - Model TRC5

• MAKES UP TO 10 CUPS COOKED RICE

• KEEP WARM SETTING

• STEAMS MEAT, FISH, FRUIT

• AUTO SHUT-OFF

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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 injury to persons,
including the following:

• Read all instructions before using appliance.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Use pot holders when

removing cover or handling hot containers.

• To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or heating

body in water or other liquid. See User Maintenance Instructions.

• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.

• This appliance is not for use by children.

• Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug and allow to cool before

putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.

• Do not operate any damaged appliance. Do not operate with a damaged

cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the Toastmaster Service
Center for examination, repair or adjustment.

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The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Toastmaster may
cause injuries.

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Do not use outdoors or while standing in a damp area.

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

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Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner , or in a heated oven.

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Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot
food, water, or other hot liquids.

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To disconnect, move the Rice Cooking Switch button up, then remove the
plug from wall outlet.

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Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

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Lift and open cover carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to drip
into Rice Cooker.

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To reduce the risk of electrical shock, cook only in inner pot. Do not pour
liquid into heating body.

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CAUTION: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of

personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord. Extension cords are available from local hardware stores and
may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is required,
special care and caution is necessary. Also the cord must be: (1) marked with
an electrical rating of 125 V and at least 10 A, 1250W , and (2) the cord must
be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it
can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.

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POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has a polarized plug, (one blade is wider
than the other). As a safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock, this
plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

• CAUTION: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during

use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires
or other damage to persons or property.

• All users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s

Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.

• The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical

outlet only.

• When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and on

all sides for air circulation. Do not allow this appliance to touch curtains,
wall coverings, clothing, dish towels or other flammable materials
during use.

• Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.

• This appliance generates steam. Do not operate uncovered.

• If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug

the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.
Do not use the Inner Pot or Glass Lid if cracked or chipped.

• CAUTION: Before starting to cook, clean the bottom of the Inner Pot and

the surface of the heating plate, then turn the inner pot clockwise and
anti-clockwise so that it sits properly onto the heating plate inside the rice
cooker. Otherwise the unit will not work or will be damaged.

BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Clean the Glass Lid, Inner Pot, Ladle and Measuring Cup following the User
Maintenance Instructions.

DO NOT IMMERSE THE HEATING BODY OF THE RICE COOKER IN WATER
OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.

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1. Glass Lid

2. Lid Knob

3. Steaming Tray

4. Cooking Rack

5. Inner Pot

6. Heating Body

7. “WARM” Light

8. “COOK” Light

9. Rice Cooking Switch Button

10. Heating Plate

11. Rice Measuring Cup

12. Ladle

13. Power Supply Cord

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR TOASTMASTER TRC5 AUTOMATIC RICE
COOKER

Before using your Automatic Rice Cooker for the first time, you must become
familiar with all of the parts. Read all instructions and safeguards carefully.