Zojirushi SZ-FC03 Installation Manual

ZOJIRUSHI STAINLESS LUNCH JAR

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

Instruction Manual

Important Safeguards:

 This product is for storing and keeping foods hot or cold. Do not use for

other than intended purposes.

 Please follow these instructions to prevent spoiling of foods, discoloration or damage to the product and to avoid

scalds and injuries.

Keep out of reach
of infants and
small children.

Allow foods to cool before placing in the side bowl(s).
Closing the lid with hot foods inside may cause the lid
to deform and contents to spill.

Keep away from heat sources such
as gas stoves, ovens and heaters.

Please follow these instructions when using the microwave:

 Always remove the lid from the inner bowls before

microwaving, and do to microwave the outer container.
The lids and outer container are not microwaveable.

 Do not use the convection oven feature of a convection

microwave or do not microwave immediately after using
the convection oven feature.

 Do not microwave the inner bowls with nothing inside.
 Do not microwave foods with excessive oil or sugar for

an extended period of time.

Do not remove the sticker on the bottom of the lunch jar.

Do not leave food in the lunch jar for an extended period
of time for it may spoil.

Do not place foods directly inside the outer container to
prevent from rusting.

Do not store foods that spoil easily such as dairy
products.

Please avoid storing liquids in the main bowl or side
bowl(s) for it may spill.

Do not leave the lunch jar on its side (contents may spill).

Do not disassemble the outer body.

Clean the inside of the outer container immediately if
contents spill. May cause rust or other damages.

Do not store rice cooked with additional ingredients and
seasonings such as mixed rice or fried rice.

Warnings and Cautions:

Do not carry by the outer lid.

Wash the inner bowls, chopsticks and chopsticks holder before use.

Place the inner bowls in the following order: Soup BowlMain BowlSide Bowl(s)

Avoid rough handling, dropping or bumping the lunch jar. Damage to the plastic or stainless steel surface of the lunch jar
may reduce its ability to retain heat.

Foods with strong odors or colors such as sauces, spinach and carrots
should be wrapped in plastic wrap or foil before placing in the inner bowl.

Keep the bag in a well ventilated area
when not in use.

Consume foods within 6 hours to keep foods from spoiling, and do not leave leftovers inside. Leftover contents may spoil.

Placing hot soup in the soup bowl may make the soup bowl
inner lid difficult to remove. In this case, use a small object
such as a toothpick to push the valve packing (on the center
of the soup bowl inner lid) through the hole to release
pressure. Make sure not to tear the valve packing.

Do not put hot food and cold food
in the main bowl, soup bowl and
side bowl(s), or hot food and cold
food in one bowl at the same time
(contents may spoil).

Do not rub the design on the outside of
the lunch jar strongly.

(For lunch jars with bags) Do not wash the bag in the washing machine or
soak in water. Doing so may damage the material.

The rattling noise that may be heard when the outer body is shaken comes from the copper or aluminum foil in the
vacuum insulation to increase heat (cold) retention and does not indicate a malfunction.

How to Take Care of Your Lunch Jar:

•Always clean all parts thoroughly after each use.

Outer Lid, Main Bowl, Side
Bowl Set, Soup Bowl Set,
Chopstick Holder, Chopsticks

Wash with warm water and mild dishwashing liquid, rinse and dry.

 Detach and wash the gasket and valve after each use, and remember to attach them.
 Remove lid while drying.

Outer Container, Main Bowl
Inner Lid

Wash with warm water and mild dishwashing liquid, rinse and dry with a soft cloth.

 Do not soak.
 Remove carrying straps before washing.

Carrying Strap, Bag

Wipe with a soft cloth with warm water and mild dishwashing liquid.

 When storing for a long period of time, wash thoroughly with warm water, dry well and store in a cool, dry place.
 Do not boil any part (except soup bowl) to sanitize.
 Do not use a dishwasher of dish-dryer.
 Do not clean with thinner, benzene, abrasive cleaners or other harsh cleaners.
 Do not use chlorine type bleach.

For Odor Problems:

If the lunch jar is kept unwashed for a long period of time or is not cleaned thoroughly, it may smell or discolor. In this
case, please follow these instructions.

Outer Container, Main Bowl
Set, Side Bowl Set(s)

Wash thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth, place in the sun and let dry for 1-2 hours.

Soup Bowl

Boil the soup bowl for 2-3 minutes in hot water and dry as directed above.

Replacement Parts:

We take care in only using materials that are safe and hygienic for food contact. However, if plastic parts become
damaged or its surface becomes rough, please replace them for optimum performance. The stopper and gaskets may
need to be replaced due to time and wear. Please check them about once a year. When replacing parts, please record
the model number and part name beforehand. Then contact either the store where you purchased the product or Zojirushi
Customer Service. Replacement parts may be available for an additional charge.

Thank you for your purchase of this quality Zojirushi product. We are confident that it will give you top
performance and optimum satisfaction for many years. To ensure this, please read and follow the important
guidelines below.

Some of the information below may not apply to your lunch jar. Please review them if applicable.

How to Detach/Attach the Soup Bowl Gasket:

To Detach:

Remove the gasket from
the inside by using a pin or
a small object and fitting it
into the small openings.

To Attach:

Fit the gasket around the inside of the
inner lid by pushing it in with your fingers.
Push along the rim with your finger to
make sure the gasket is not twisted.

How to Detach/Attach the Valve Packing:

The valve packing is on the center of the soup bowl inner lid. To detach, pull the valve packing off with
your fingers. Please replace the valve packing after cleaning. Please take caution not to scratch the valve
packing with your fingernails.

How to Detach/Attach the Main Bowl Inner Lid Gasket:

To Detach:

Fit a pin or a small object
into the small openings to
remove the gasket.

To Attach:

Fit the gasket in the groove of the main bowl
inner lid with the protruding part
facing out. Check that the gasket
is fit tightly around the lid.

How to Detach/Attach the Side Bowl Gasket:

To Detach:

Push the gasket off with your fingers.

To Attach:

Fit the gasket around the rim of the side bowl inner lid so that
the opening of the gasket faces out. Check that the gasket is
fit tightly around the lid.

Stack and Store:

Some models of lunch jars stack into half its size when empty and take minimal space when storing.

1. Place the main bowl, large side
bowl and small side bowl inside the
outer
container,
and place
the main
bow lid.

2. Fit the two side bowl lids together
with the insides facing each other,
and place on top of the main bowl lid.

3. Place the entire set in the right
side of the
carrying bag, and
unbutton the
upper snap on the
side of the
carrying bag.

4. Hold the button on the pull tie and
pull the string to
tighten and
make the
carrying bag
smaller.

5. Button the lower snap to the side
of the carrying bag as illustrated.

6. Pull the tie and drawstring and
fasten the buckle.
Place the chopsticks
holder in the side
pocket of the
carrying bag as
illustrated.

For questions or comments, please contact:

Zojirushi America Corporation

Tel: [phone] www.zojirushi.com

Rev. 05/12

•The illustrations used in this instruction manual may vary from the actual product you have purchased.