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HOW TO USE

Before First Use:

1. Read all instructions and important safeguards.

2. Remove all packaging materials and make sure items are received in good condition.

3. Tear up all plastic bags as they can pose a risk to children.

4. Wash accessories in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

5. Remove inner 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.

Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.

Do not immerse the rice cooker, cord or plug in water at any time.

To Cook Rice:

1. Using the measuring cup provided, measure and add rice to the pot. One level Aroma

measuring cup equals one cup on the rice/water measurement chart included on page

8.

2. Rinse rice in the inner pot until water becomes relatively clear, then drain.

3. Using the water measurement lines inside or the measuring cup, add appropriate

amount of water.

4. Replace lid and plug power cord into outlet.

5. Press menu button until the light next to the desired setting is illuminated. Choose

from white rice, brown rice, quick cook (see quick cook on next page) or porridge.

6. Press start button.

7. Rice cooker will automatically switch to keep warm mode when complete.

To Slow Cook:

1. Add ingredients to inner pot, and place pot in rice cooker.

2. Press the menu button until desired setting’s light is illuminated. Choose between 2-

hour slow cook or 3-hour slow cook.

3. Function will automatically switch to keep warm mode when complete.

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION

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1. Rice cooker base

2. Lid

3. Handle

4. Steam vent

5. Control panel

6. Inner pot

7. Steam tray

8. Steam rack

9. Measuring cup

10. Rice paddle

11. Ladle

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NOTE:

• Average cooking time for a full pot white rice is 50-60 minutes. For brown rice,

cooking time is slightly increased. And for smaller portions, the cooking time for

brown or white rice is decreased. For a quicker cooking time, and to bypass

Sensor Logic, use the quick cook directions on the following page.

Summary of Contents for ARC-530

Page 1: ...s with a ow part nd Stainless Steel Rice Cooker with Stainless Steel Interior and Exterior Instruction Manual Cooking Guide Model ARC 530 ...

Page 2: ...oker Food Steamer It will surely become one of the most practical appliances in your kitchen Please read all instructions before first use Published By Aroma Housewares Co 6469 Flanders Drive San Diego CA 92121 U S A 1 800 276 6286 www aromaco com 2004 Aroma Housewares Company All rights reserved ...

Page 3: ...r edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces 10 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven 11 Do not use the appliance for other than intended use 12 Extreme caution must be used when moving the apliance containing rice or liquids 13 Always unplug from the base of the wall outlet Never pull on the cord 14 The rice cooker should be operated on a separate electrical...

Page 4: ...trical 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 o...

Page 5: ... vitamins iron calcium and fiber than polished white rice The most popular brown rice is long grain and has a chewy texture Wild Rice Wild Rice comes in many delicious varieties and mixes Often it is mixed with long grain rice for its firmer texture and rich brown to black color Wild rice makes wonderful stuffing for poultry when cooked with broth and mixed with your favorite dried fruits Sensor L...

Page 6: ...e 8 2 Ri 3 Us am 4 Re 5 Pr fro 6 Pr 7 Ri To S 1 Ad 2 Pr ho 3 Fu PARTS IDENTIFICATION 4 1 Rice cooker base 2 Lid 3 Handle 4 Steam vent 5 Control panel 6 Inner pot 7 Steam tray 8 Steam rack 9 Measuring cup 10 Rice paddle 11 Ladle 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 NO ...

Page 7: ...tively clear then drain 3 Using the water measurement lines inside or the measuring cup add appropriate amount of water 4 Replace lid and plug power cord into outlet 5 Press menu button until the light next to the desired setting is illuminated Choose from white rice brown rice quick cook see quick cook on next page or porridge 6 Press start button 7 Rice cooker will automatically switch to keep w...

Page 8: ... method of adding rice to the pot 2 Press the menu button until quick cook light illuminates LED display will show the letters FA abbreviated from the word FAST 3 Press start 4 Rice will automatically switch to warm mode when complete To Use Warm Mode Although rice cooker automatically switches to warm after cooking functions you may also use this function independently to keep a meal warm after r...

Page 9: ...densation Collector Condensation collector should be cleaned after every use 1 Remove collector by gently pulling straight out 2 Wash with warm soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly 5 Return collector to original position by clicking back into the grooves of the rice cooker Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or products that are not considered safe to use on nonstick coatings Do not immerse rice co...

Page 10: ... rice water based on the measuring cup provided This is only a general measuring guide As there are many different kinds of rice available see About Rice on page 3 rice water measurement may vary slightly HELPFUL HINTS 1 Rinse rice to remove excess bran and starch This will help reduce browning and sticking to the bottom of the pot but it may also reduce nutrients in rice 2 If you have experienced...

Page 11: ... HINTS 1 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 2 Always keep the lid on the cooker during the entire steaming process Opening the lid causes a loss of heat and steam resulting in a slower cooking time and may cause burns If you find it necessary to open the lid use caution You may want to add a...

Page 12: ...number below for 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 and which may vary from state to state and does not cover...

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