Aroma ARC-302-1NG Manuals

Rice & Grain Cooker instruction manual Questions or concerns about your Aroma product? www.AromaCo.com/Support 1-800-276-6286 ARC-302-1NG SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Important: Read all instructions carefully before first use. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the handles or knobs. 3. Use only on a level, dry and heat resistant surface. 4. To protect against fire, electrical shock and injury to persons, do not immerse the power cord, plug or appliance in water or any other liquid. See instructions for cleaning. 5. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children. 6. Unplug from the wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the unit to completely cool before putting on or removing parts and before cleaning the appliance. 7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged power cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Aroma® customer service for examination, repair or adjustment. 8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Aroma® Housewares may result in fire, electrical shock or injury. 9. Do not use outdoors. 10. Do not allow the power cord to touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of a counter or table. 11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven. 12. Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use. 13. Use only with a 120V AC power outlet. 14. Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance containing hot food, oil, or liquids. 15. Do not touch, cover or obstruct the steam vent on the top of the cooker as it is extremely hot and may cause scalding. 16. Always unplug from the plug gripping area. Never pull on the power cord. 17. The cooker should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other operating appliances. If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, the rice cooker may not operate properly. 18. Always make sure the outside of the inner pot is dry prior to use. If the inner pot is returned to the cooker when wet, it may damage or cause the product to malfunction. 19. Use extreme caution when opening the lid during or after cooking. Hot steam will escape and may cause scalding. 20. Food should not be left in the inner pot with the Warm function on for more than 12 hours. 21. To prevent damage or deformation, do not use the inner pot on a stovetop or burner. 22. To disconnect, flip the cook switch to Warm then remove the plug from the wall outlet. 23. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, cook only in the removable inner pot provided. 24. Intended for countertop use only. 3. 2. Here at Aroma we strive to make a difference —to design and distribute products that enhance and enrich people's lives. Aroma offers an array of exceptional products to make cooking simple and satisfying. Discover other countertop appliances and cookware from our current product lineup to complement your kitchen. To Enhance and Enrich Lives. /AromaHousewares SCAN TO REGISTER AromaCo.com/registration REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT Woks Published By: Aroma Housewares Co. | 6469 Flanders Drive, San Diego, CA 92121, U.S.A. 1-800-276-6286 | www.AromaCo.com ©2021 Aroma Housewares Company | All rights reserved. Multicookers/ Rice Cookers Indoor Grills Pot-Style Rice Cookers Water Kettles Woks DISCOVER more of our products! Activate your warranty. Registration is quick and easy. Be notified of: • new product releases • new test kitchen recipes • sales and promotions ...and more! Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances, including the following: IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4. Parts Identification Rice Measuring Cup Nonstick Inner Pot Steam Tray Serving Spatula 5. Tempered Glass Lid Lid Handle Steam Vent Steam Tray Powder-Coated Steel Body Cook Switch Cook Indicator Light Warm Indicator Light THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. 1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. 2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. 3. If a longer extension cord is used: a.) The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. b.) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over unintentionally. Polarized Plug This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other); follow the instructions below: To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into 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. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. DO NOT DRAPE CORD! KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN! Short Cord Instructions IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Controls/Functions Warm Automatically switches to Warm at the end of the cooking cycle; perfect for keeping food at a ready-to-serve temperature. COOK WARM Cool-Touch Handles Spatula Holder Cook Simply press the cook switch down to begin cooking food. COOK WARM Nonstick Inner Pot 6. Helpful Hints: To add more flavor to rice, try substituting water for a favorite meat or vegetable broth or stock. The ratio of broth/stock to rice will be the same as water to rice. For approximate grain cooking times and suggested grain/ water ratios, see the "Rice/Grain & Water Measurement Tables" on page 10. 7. Note: · Because rice varieties may vary in their make- up, results may differ. · Food should not be left in the cooker on Warm for more than 12 hours. Caution: Before placing the inner pot into the cooker, check that the inner pot is dry and free of debris. Adding the inner pot when wet may damage the cooker. Before First Use To Clean 1. Read all instructions and important safeguards. 2. Remove all packaging materials and check that all items have been received in good condition. 3. Tear up all plastic bags and dispose of them properly as they can pose a risk to children. 4. Remove the inner pot from the cooker and wash with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly before returning to the cooker. 5. Wash all other accessories in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 6. Wipe the cooker’s body clean with a damp cloth. 1. Remove the inner pot when the cooker has completely cooled. 2. Hand wash the inner pot and all accessories using warm, soapy water or place on the top rack of the dishwasher. 3. Wipe the cooker's body clean with a damp cloth. 4. Thoroughly dry the cooker’s body, inner lid and all accessories. Reassemble for next use. Note: · Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or products that are not considered safe to use on nonstick coatings. · We recommend hand washing the inner pot with warm, soapy water to lengthen its lifespan and avoid damage over time. If washing in a dishwasher, a slight discoloration to the inner pot may occur. This is cosmetic and will not negatively affect performance. · Any other servicing should be performed by Aroma® Housewares. Troubleshooting Rice is too dry/hard after cooking. · If your rice is dry or hard/chewy when the cooker switches to Warm, additional water and cooking time will soften the rice. Depending on how dry your rice is, add ½ to 1 cup of water and stir thoroughly. Close the lid and press the cook switch down. When the cooker switches to Warm mode, open the lid and stir the rice to check the consistency. Repeat as necessary until rice is soft and moist. Rice is too moist/soggy after cooking. · If your rice is still too moist or soggy when the cooker switches to Warm, use the serving spatula to stir the rice. This will redistribute the bottom (moist) part of the rice as well as release excess moisture. Close the lid and allow the cooker to remain on Warm mode for 10-30 minutes as needed, removing the lid and stirring periodically to release excess moisture. Rice & Grain 1. Using the provided rice measuring cup, add rice or grain to the inner pot. 2. Rinse to remove excess starch. Drain. 3. For white rice, fill the inner pot with water to the line that matches the number of cups of uncooked rice added. For brown rice and other grains, see the "Rice/Grain & Water Measurement Tables" on page 10. 4. Place the inner pot into the cooker then place the lid on securely. 5. Plug the power cord into an available 120V AC wall outlet. 6. Press the cook switch down. The cook indicator light will illuminate as the cooker begins heating. 7. Once rice or grain is ready, the cook switch will automatically flip up and the cooker will switch to Warm. 8. For best results, stir the grain with the serving spatula to distribute any remaining moisture. 9. When finished serving, turn the cooker off by unplugging the power cord. Soups & Stews 1. Add desired ingredients to the inner pot. 2. Place the inner pot into the rice cooker then place the lid on securely. 3. Plug the power cord into an available 120V AC wall outlet. 4. Press the cook switch down. The cook indicator light will illuminate as the cooker begins heating. 5. Using caution to avoid escaping steam, remove the lid and stir occasionally with a long-handled wooden or heat-safe utensil. 6. Once food is fully cooked, push the cook switch up to switch the cooker to Warm mode. 7. When finished serving, turn the cooker off by unplugging the power cord. The provided rice measuring cup is equivalent to a ¾ standard U.S. cup. Helpful Hints: Caution: The rice cooker will not switch to Warm mode until all liquid has evaporated. Follow your recipe carefully and do not leave the rice cooker unattended. Do not use the provided serving spatula to stir hot soup, chili, or stew. It is not intended to be used in contact with high temperatures. Use a long-handled wooden or heat-safe spoon to stir food.