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Instruction Manual

Rice Cooker • Food Steamer • Slow Cooker

ARC-1030SB

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*Based on 2012 NPD POS Data.

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Page 1: ...service experts are happy to help Call us toll free at 1 800 276 6286 Answers to many common questions and even replacement parts can be found online Visit www AromaCo com Support Instruction Manual Rice Cooker Food Steamer Slow Cooker ARC 1030SB 1 Rice Cooker Brand Based on 2012 NPD POS Data ...

Page 2: ...tion adds an extra dimension of versatility to your rice cooker allowing it to fully function as a programmable slow cooker Use them together for simplified searing and slow cooking in the same pot But it doesn t end there Your new rice cooker is also great for soups stews stocks gumbos jambalaya breakfast frittata dips and even desserts Several delicious recipes are included at the back of this m...

Page 3: ...ways be followed when using electrical appliances including the following 13 Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance containing rice hot oil or other liquids 14 Do not touch cover or obstruct the steam vent on the top of the rice cooker as it is extremely hot and may cause scalding 15 Use only with a 120V AC power outlet 16 Always unplug from the base of the wall outlet Never pull o...

Page 4: ... that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over unintentionally Short Cord Instructions IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2 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...

Page 5: ...It s perfect for Spanish rice chili risotto stir frys and much more WHITE RICE The WHITE RICE button cooks restaurant quality rice automatically BROWN RICE The BROWN RICE button is ideal for cooking brown rice and other tough to cook whole grains to perfection STEAM The STEAM button is perfect for healthy sides and main courses Set the time food needs to steam it will begin to countdown once water...

Page 6: ... pose a risk to children 4 Wash steam vent and all other accessories in warm soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly 5 Remove the inner cooking pot from rice cooker and clean with warm soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly before returning to cooker 6 Wipe body clean with a damp cloth NOTE Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads Do not immerse the rice cooker base cord or plug in water at any ti...

Page 7: ...arch Drain HELPFUL HINTS NOTE If you misplace the measuring cup a standard US cup is an exact replacement To add more flavor to rice try substituting 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 rice cooking times and suggested rice water ratios see the Rice Water Measurement Table on page 8 Before placing the inner ...

Page 8: ... Press the POWER KEEP WARM button to turn on the rice cooker Press the WHITE RICE or BROWN RICE button depending upon the type of rice being cooked Close the lid securely NOTE Brown rice requires a much longer cooking cycle than other rice varieties due to the extra bran layers on the grains The Brown Rice function on this rice cooker allows extra time and adjusted heat settings in order to cook t...

Page 9: ...té Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer 13 When finished serving rice turn the rice cooker off by pressing the POWER KEEP WARM button twice and unplug the power cord 12 Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer 11 For better results stir the rice with th...

Page 10: ...er measurements may vary RICE WATER MEASUREMENT TABLE UNCOOKED RICE RICE WATER LINE INSIDE POT APPROX COOKED RICE YIELD COOKING TIMES 2 Cups Line 2 4 Cups WHITE RICE 30 35 Min BROWN RICE 100 105 Min 3 Cups Line 3 6 Cups WHITE RICE 32 37 Min BROWN RICE 102 107 Min 4 Cups Line 4 8 Cups WHITE RICE 34 39 Min BROWN RICE 110 115 Min 5 Cups Line 5 10 Cups WHITE RICE 38 43 Min BROWN RICE 114 119 Min 6 Cup...

Page 11: ... press increases in one hour increments It may be set to have rice ready in 1 to 15 hours Once rice begins cooking the cooking indicator light will illuminate The digital display will countdown from the time selected Once the needed time is selected press the WHITE RICE or BROWN RICE button depending on the rice being cooked Due to the longer cooking time needed brown rice may only be delayed for ...

Page 12: ...EEP WARM button twice and unplug the power cord 15 14 Once rice is finished the rice cooker will beep and automatically switch to Keep Warm Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer 13 TO USE THE DELAY TIMER CONT Rice should not be left in the rice cooker on Keep Warm for more than 12 hours NOTE Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Coo...

Page 13: ... Before placing the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker check that the cooking pot is dry and free of debris Adding the inner cooking pot when wet may damage the rice cooker If recipe calls for ingredients to be seared or browned use Saute Then Simmer to sear meat then switch to Slow Cook to finish cooking Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice...

Page 14: ...ur increments from the selected time 9 Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Once food is finished the rice cooker will beep and automatically switch to Keep Warm 10 Once the needed cooking time is selected the rice cooker will beep to indicate it is setting at the displayed time It will beep once more and the display will stop flashing to indicate it...

Page 15: ...ooking pot Press the POWER KEEP WARM button to turn on the rice cooker Plug the power cord into an available outlet Place the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Kee...

Page 16: ...to Keep Warm 10 Add other called for ingredients and liquid to the inner cooking pot 7 Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer When finished serving turn the rice cooker off by pressing the POWER KEEP WARM button twice and unplug the power cord 11 Rice Cooker Slow Cooke...

Page 17: ...owned to the inner cooking pot Press the POWER KEEP WARM button to turn on the rice cooker Plug the power cord into an available outlet Place the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Kee...

Page 18: ...Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Press the POWER KEEP WARM button to switch the rice cooker to Keep Warm When finished sautéing turn the rice cooker off by pressing the POWER KEEP WARM button twice and unplug the power cord 7 8 6 Press the SAUTÉ THEN SIMMER button to begin sautéing Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Si...

Page 19: ...ooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer 4 1 3 2 HELPFUL HINTS Smaller foods may be placed on a heat proof dish and then placed onto the steam tray Parchment paper or aluminum foil may be used as well Place the paper foil in the center of the steam tray and ensure it does not create a seal along the bottom of the steam tray For best results it is recommended to puncture s...

Page 20: ...hen Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer 9 Each press of the STEAM button will increase steaming time by one minute up to 30 minutes After 30 minutes it will cycle back to five minutes Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Once the needed time is selected the rice cooker will beep to indicate it is setting at the displayed time It will beep once...

Page 21: ... Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steame r Check steamed food for doneness If finished steaming remove food immediately to avoid overcooking 14 Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer When finished steaming turn the rice cooker off by pressing the POWER KEEP WARM butt...

Page 22: ...oker Using caution to avoid escaping steam open the lid Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steame r Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer 13 10 12 11 TO STEAM FOOD SIMULTANEOUSLY COOK RICE Follow steps 1 to 9 of To Cook Rice b...

Page 23: ...ally switch to Keep Warm 17 Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steame r Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer 15 19 Using caution open the lid to check food for doneness For best results stir the rice with the serving spatula ...

Page 24: ...le Altitude humidity and outside temperature will affect cooking times These steaming charts are for reference only Actual cooking times may vary NOTE HELPFUL HINTS Since most vegetables only absorb a small amount of water there is no need to increase the amount of water with a larger serving of vegetables Steaming times may vary depending upon the cut of meat being used To ensure meat tastes its ...

Page 25: ...nner cooking pot into the rice cooker Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer 1 CAUTION The rice cooker will not switch to Keep Warm mode until all liquid is boiled away Follow the recipe carefully and do not leave the rice cooker unattended 3 2 TO COOK SOUPS STEWS OR C...

Page 26: ...hed serving turn the rice cooker off by pressing the POWER KEEP WARM button twice and unplug the power cord 10 Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer The cooking indicator light will illuminate 7 Using caution to avoid escaping steam open the lid and stir occasionally with a long handled wooden spoon 8 Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep War...

Page 27: ...ducts that are not considered safe to use on nonstick coatings If washing in the dishwasher a slight discoloration to the inner pot and accessories may occur This is cosmetic only and will not affect performance Any other servicing should be performed by Aroma Housewares 3 2 TO CLEAN Rice Cooker Slow Cooker Sauté Simmer then Keep Warm Slow Cook Keep Warm Food Steamer Thoroughly dry rice cooker bod...

Page 28: ...y 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 rice cooker switches to Keep Warm mode use the serving spatula to stir the rice This will redistribute the bottom moistest part of the rice as well as release excess moisture Close the lid and allow to remain on Keep Warm mode for 10 30 minutes as needed openin...

Page 29: ...ce When compared to long grain rice medium grain rice has a shorter wider kernel that is two to three times longer than its width Cooked grains are more moist and tender than long grain and have a greater tendency to cling together Great for entrees sushi risotto and rice puddings Short Grain Rice Short grain rice has a short plump almost round kernel Cooked grains are soft and cling together yet ...

Page 30: ...he U S Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommendations Whole grains like brown rice help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease diabetes and certain cancers and aid in weight management Brown rice is a 100 whole grain One cup of whole grain brown rice provides two of the three recommended daily servings of whole grains Eating rice triggers the production of serotonin in the bra...

Page 31: ...sp butter cup Parmesan cheese shredded Ingredients RECIPES Press the POWER button to turn on the rice cooker Add rice olive oil onion and garlic to the inner cooking pot Press the SAUTÉ THEN SIMMER button The sauté indicator light will illuminate Using a long handled wooden spoon stir ingredients frequently and allow to sauté for roughly 5 minutes or until onion is soft Add remaining ingredients S...

Page 32: ...EP WARM button to turn on the rice cooker Add all ingredients except cilantro to the inner cooking pot stir close the lid and press the WHITE RICE button When rice cooker switches to Keep Warm mode open the lid quickly stir and re cover Allow to stand for 8 10 minutes before serving Spoon onto a serving dish garnish with fresh cilantro and serve Makes a flavorful supper or side dish for grilled ch...

Page 33: ...any Before returning an item please call the toll free number below for a return authorization number Allow 2 4 weeks for return shipping This warranty does not cover improper installation misuse abuse or neglect on the part of the owner Warranty is also invalid in any case that the product is taken apart or serviced by an unauthorized service station This warranty gives you specific legal rights ...

Page 34: ...ice toll free at 1 800 276 6286 M F 8 30AM 4 30PM Pacific Time Or we can be reached online at CustomerService AromaCo com For your records we recommend stapling your sales receipt to this page along with a written record of the following Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims NOTE ...

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