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PC-MA3

The rice is

hard or the

rice is soft

The

ingredients are

not enough

cooked

Ingredients

get too soft,

or ingredients

melt

●

The amount of rice is

incorrect

●

The cooking time is too

short

●

The cooking time is too

long

●

The amount of water is

incorrect

●

Use a measuring cup to measure out

a full cup (→P14).

●

Set the cooking time longer.

●

With pressure cooking, ingredients get

cooked quickly. Make the cooking time

a bit shorter.

●

Pressure cooking is not suitable if you

want to keep the shape of ingredients.

●

Put in an amount of water that is

suitable for the amount of rice.

(→P14).

Troubleshooting

Can not cook

●

While cooking the power

cord is disconnected or the

power cuts occur.

●

If the power is turned off while

cooking it will not be able to finish

cooking.

Confirm the following problems after reading the operation manual carefully before you entrust to repair it.

Nothing

happens when

you push

buttons

State

Causes

Measures

●

The power plug is not

inserted firmly into the socket

●

The power cord is not

inserted in the main unit

●

Insert the power plug securely into

the socket.

●

Insert the power cord into the power

supply socket on the main unit of the

presssure cooker.

When starting

cooking, the

displayed

cooking time

becomes longer

●

Manual

mode is selected

●

When a manual mode is selected,

the cooking time varies as the unit

adjusts pressure and temperature

accordingly.

➡

The rice boils

over while

cooking (rice)

●

The rice was not washed

well enough and there is

some rice bran remaining

●

Wash the rice properly so that there is

no rice bran remaining (→P14).

➡

The food boils

over when

using Pot

Cook

●

The heating power for

cooking is too high

●

Depending on the ingredients that

are being cooked, adjust the heating

power accordingly so that the food

will not boil over.

➡

Summary of Contents for PC-MA3

Page 1: ... Precautions for use 8 Cooking 9 Parts 10 Weight and lid 13 How to use Automatic Rice 14 Curry Bean Chili Porridge Meat Stew Soup Broth 18 How to use Cooking using the timer 20 How to use Manual Pressure 22 Temperature 24 Fermentation 26 Pot Cook 29 Anhydrous 30 Steam 32 Maintenance and cleaning 34 Troubleshooting 36 Specifications 40 Warranty and after sales services 41 Warranty card Back cover C...

Page 2: ...r it may cause injury or burns Float valve Weight Anti block Anti block cap Sealing gasket Float valve cap Make sure that there are no food remnants stuck to the lid main unit the inner pot or the sealing gasket Or it may cause injury or burns If there are any grains of rice or bits of food that are stuck on they must be removed before closing the lid Sealing gasket Lid Main unit Inner pot Be sure...

Page 3: ...ug from the power socket before performing any repairs or checks or moving the product Or it may result in electric shock or injury Avoidcontact withwethands Do not insert or unplug the power plug with wet hands Or it may result in electric shock burns or injury Prohibited Do not charge up the product with the power cord tangled Or it may cause burns or fire Do not use with the electrical cord tie...

Page 4: ... opening the lid after cooking put the weight on the the air exhausting side is to let the steam out and make sure that the float valve has gone down Open the lid slowly and gradually while making sure that there is no steam coming out of the gap between the lid and the main unit When turning and opening the lid if it feels like there is resistance do not try to force the lid open instead wait for...

Page 5: ...he product with hands Stop using and check with the shop where you purchased the product or with Iris Customers Service Center by calling the consultation number for such matters Be sure to This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or ins...

Page 6: ...andles and knobs lf necessary use protection Be sure to This appliance cooks under pressure Scalds may result from inappropriate use of the pressure cooker Make sure that the cooker is properly closed before applying heat see Instructions for use Be sure to Never force open the pressure cooker Do not open before making sure that its internal pressure has completely dropped see the Instructions for...

Page 7: ...e a fire Unplug the product Make sure to unplug the product by pulling on the plug never unplug it by pulling on the power cord Or it may cause fire or electric shock because of damage to the power cord If you do not use the product for a long time make sure to unplug the power cord It may cause fire or electric shock due to power leaks from aging insulation Prohibited Do not use any power cords o...

Page 8: ...e a smell of plastic or rubber This will gradually dissipate with use Do not lid with a dish towel during use Or it may cause disfiguring or discoloration In order to prevent damage to the inner pot and prevent the coating from peeling off observe the following Do not put any vinegar or alkali in the inner pot Do not broil Do not use spatulas or spoons that are made of metal When cleaning do not u...

Page 9: ...remove the lid and use this product as a cooking pot Anhydrous Cook with only the water that is naturally contained in the ingredients It helps to retain the food s flavour and nutrient Steam Steaming can be done by using the steam rack that comes with the pressure cooker and filling the bottom of the inner pot with water Pressure cook After putting seasoning stir ingredients thoroughly from the b...

Page 10: ...K PC MA3 10 Parts Lid handle Lid Weight Pressure release knob Main unit Float valve The float valve rises when pressure develops Inner pot Control panel Unit handle ...

Page 11: ...ile cooking Cooking without the sealing gasket may result in overheating and malfunctioning Measuring cup Steam rack Condensation tray Socket for the inserted plug For rice 1 serving Detachable power cord Inserted power supply Power plug Power cord Temperature sensor Sealing gasket Anti block cap Float valve cap ...

Page 12: ...utton Press this button to change to manual menu Time Setting button After selecting the manual menu the cooking time can be changed by pressing this button Does not respond when hot pot or heat up mode is selected Temperature adjustment button If temperature cook or slow cook is selected the cooking temperature can be changed by pressing this button If hot pot or heat up is selected the heating p...

Page 13: ...ook Air exhausting side Anhydrous Air exhausting side Steam Air exhausting side SEAL VENT Sealed side Air exhausting side When setting up the weight push it in firmly from the top Lid How to open Caution When opening the lid make sure that cooking has stopped and then remove the pressure by taking the pressure release knob on the weight and putting it on the air exhausting side Before opening make...

Page 14: ...er becomes white wash it lightly once or twice Do not wash with hot water Wash rice quickly If you wash the rice forcefully or put it in a colander after washing it the rice may crack and you may not be able to cook it well If rice has not been washed enough it might boil over 3Adding water Put the washed rice in the inner pot and fill water up to an appropriate level Level scale values for rinse ...

Page 15: ...untdown may stop for a few minutes but they are not abnormal 4 Install the inner pot in place and close the lid Wipe up any grains of rice or water droplets on the outside of the inner pot and the inside of the main unit Make sure that the rice is even and level Line up the mark on the lid with the mark on the main unit hold the lid handle and rotate clockwise until it stops until it is in the pos...

Page 16: ...essured the float valve will come out from the surface of the lid When pressured steam will come out from pressure regulating valve Align the pressure release knob of weight on the sealing mark Align on sealing mark to adjust the pressure by the effects of the weight and control the volume of steam When opening the lid during cooking press Keep Warm Cancel button and open the lid after the pressur...

Page 17: ...sation may drip down and make the rice soggy It s recommended not to keep the food warm for a long time lid the food with a plastic wrap and store it in a refrigerator Cold rice cannnot be warmed up with the keep warm function How to turn off the Keep Warm function Press the Keep Warm Cancel button The Keep Warm indicator lamp will turn off and the settings will return to the previous mode Turn of...

Page 18: ...ner pot Line up and cut each type of ingredient up into a suitable size Ingredients that get heated up easily can be cut into larger pieces while those that do not get heated up easily should be cut into smaller pieces make sure that everything gets cooked evenly and uniformly Mix in and stir well any seasonings that are down at the bottom of the inner pot If seasonings do not get mixed in well wi...

Page 19: ...anti block When the pressure release knob on the weight goes over to the sealed side the pressure will be adjusted due to the effect of the weight and the amount of steam can be controlled When opening the lid during cooking press Keep Warm Cancel button and open the lid after the pressure indicator pin drops all the way down Pressing Keep Warm Cancel button during cooking will turn off Pressuring...

Page 20: ...the ingredients in the inner bowl set it up in place and close the lid Line up the mark on the lid with the mark on the main unit hold the lid handle and rotate clockwise until it stops until it is in the position Make sure that the weight is set up firmly in the anti block The pressure release knob on the weight should be on the sealed side For example Curry Align on sealing mark Align with this ...

Page 21: ...mmediately after cooking has started pressure cooking will begin so that before the time that was set by the timer is reached the food will be heated up again until it reaches the appropriate temperature Once cooking is finished it will make a sound to remind It will be preset to go to Keep Warm mode and the Keep Warm Cancel indicator light will come on timer while it is running Press the Keep War...

Page 22: ...socket on the right side of the main unit of the presssure cooker and insert the power plug securely into a socket nearby How to use Manual Pressure 3Press Manual button to select Pressure cook Pressure indicator lamp will light up and the Remaining time will blink Start indicator lamp will blink Blink 4 Set the cooking time by pressing the Time Setting buttons Set in the range of 1 minute to 2 ho...

Page 23: ...ration will be cancelled and the settings will return to the previous mode After use Unplug the cord and allow the cooker to cool naturally before cleaning 5Press the Start button The Start indicator lamp will light up and cooking will start The remaining cooking time will be displayed Indicator on Cooking time is a reference only and can vary depending on the volume of ingredients and its use env...

Page 24: ...ition Make sure that the weight is set up firmly in the anti block The pressure release knob on the weight should be on the air exhausting side VENT SEAL Align with this mark and turn The air exhausting mark 2 Connect the power cord Insert the power supply into the socket on the right side of the main unit of the presssure cooker and insert the power plug securely into a socket nearby How to use M...

Page 25: ...he volume of ingredients and its use environment During cooking the displayed cooking time may be shortened suddenly or countdown may stop for a few minutes but they are not abnormal After cooking is finished Once cooking is finished it will make a sound to remind About the Keep Warm function After the cooking cycle has completed Press the Keep Warm Cancel button The Keep Warm indicator light will...

Page 26: ...y check the cooking and food conditions and their health conditions If you have any concerns do not serve them How to use Manual Fermentation 1 Put ingredients to the inner pot For Fermentation Put ingredients back to room temperature and place them with seasoning in a plastic bag with a zipper Leave 1 cm open in the zipper Sink the bag slowly to the container with water to remove air due to water...

Page 27: ...id Line up the mark on the lid with the mark on the main unit hold the lid handle and rotate clockwise until it stops until it is in the position Make sure that the weight is set up firmly in the anti block The pressure release knob on the weight should be on the air exhausting side VENT SEAL Align with this mark and turn The air exhausting mark 3Connect the power cord Insert the power supply into...

Page 28: ...displayed cooking time may be shortened suddenly or countdown may stop for a few minutes but they are not abnormal After cooking is finished Once cooking is finished it will make a sound to remind Cool cooked food at a low temperature as soon as possible If cooled in room temperature it can give bacteria more time to grow Cool fermented food in a refrigerator as soon as possible If you leave it at...

Page 29: ...t up and the Start indicator light will blink Blink 4 Press the Attemperation control button to set the heating level Set in the range of 1 to 5 5Press the Start button The Start indicator lamp will light up and it will begin heating Indicator on If you cook for a long time or something light is cooked an error may occur If no operation is performed for 2 hours cooking will stop automatically If t...

Page 30: ...ingredients to the inner pot and place the pot to the cooker then close the lid Line up the mark on the lid with the mark on the main unit hold the lid handle and rotate clockwise until it stops until it is in the position Make sure that the weight is set up firmly in the anti block The pressure release knob on the weight should be on the air exhausting side The air exhausting mark Align with this...

Page 31: ...ll come on and cooking will start The temperature and time display will change to display the time remaining Indicator on Cooking time is a reference only and can vary depending on the volume of ingredients and its use environment During cooking the remaining cooking time may be shortened suddenly or countdown may stop for a few minutes but they are not abnormal Once cooking is finished it will ma...

Page 32: ...k steam will go up into the air so be careful not to block the steam vent 1 Set the inner pot add water approximately 200mL and set the steam rack 2 Lay the ingredients out in a row on the steam rack and close the lid Line up the mark on the lid with the mark on the main unit hold the lid handle and rotate clockwise until it stops until it is in the position Make sure that the weight is set up fir...

Page 33: ...1 2 hours Unit 30 min 6Press the Start button The Start indicator lamp will light up and cooking will start The remaining cooking time will be displayed Indicator on Cooking time is a reference only and can vary depending on the volume of ingredients and its use environment During cooking the displayed cooking time may be shortened suddenly or countdown may stop for a few minutes but they are not ...

Page 34: ... rinse off with water Take the sealing gasket out and wash separately Use a soft sponge Do not use metal spatulas metal scrub brushes nylon scrub brushes the nylon side of sponges or cleansers After washing with water dry off thoroughly After drying everything off set up everything back in place and do not forget the sealing gasket Do not store in a place with high humidity or store away if still ...

Page 35: ...gap or crack between the cap and the lid and that the cap is not askew it will make a clicking sound when it is finally in place Gap Float valve cap Take out and use a toothpick to remove any sediment or anything else that has gotten stuck inside To clean and maintain the float valve first remove the float valve cap from the inside of the lid then pull the pin out from the lid Also remove any sedi...

Page 36: ...problems after reading the operation manual carefully before you entrust to repair it Nothing happens when you push buttons State Causes Measures The power plug is not inserted firmly into the socket The power cord is not inserted in the main unit Insert the power plug securely into the socket Insert the power cord into the power supply socket on the main unit of the presssure cooker When starting...

Page 37: ...ght is on the air exhausting side The weight is not set up correctly The float valve is not in place The weight is not in place There is something stuck to the inner pot lid or sealing gasket The sealing gasket must be set up in place before use When doing pressure cooking make sure that the pressure release knob on the weight is on the sealed side Make sure that the weight is in the correct posit...

Page 38: ...ot installed The pressure release knob is not correctly set VENT SEAL Press the Keep Warm Cancel button to turn off error Press the Keep Warm Cancel button to open the lid and cool it for 30 minutes or longer If the problem still persists please consult the shop where you purchase State Causes Measures Even after cooking has finished it does not switch over to keep warm Selected mode does not have...

Page 39: ...bber A small amount of rice or other food is kept warm for a long time This will not recur after a few uses It s not recommended to use the Keep Warm function for small amounts of food State Causes Measures Warning Do not try to disassemble repair or transform the product without approval If you still cannot solve the problem Please comsult the shop where you purchase ...

Page 40: ...0W Cooking rice capacity Rinse free white 4 servings Brown rice 4 servings Operating pressure 70kPa Cooking capacity 2 0L Full water capacity 3 0L Dimensions approximate W300 D288 H224mm Product weight approximate 3 9kg Power cord approximate Length 2 0m Inserted power supply Application Electric pressure cooker Application Ideal for fast ccoking ...

Page 41: ...Please check with retail shop and you will have to pay for related repair expenses It will be possible to maintain the functions of the product after repair A certain repair cost will be charged according to customer s requirements About the remaining period of spares parts The remaining period of the company s major spare parts is 5 years after stopped production of this product The spare parts i...

Page 42: ...ard has not been filled with the date of purchase the customer s name the name of the retail shop or any of the above data has been modified 5 The warranty card is only valid in THAILAND 6 The warranty card must be the original and must be kept appropriately Repair memorandum The purchase receipt constitutes the certificate corresponding to the repair and replacement conditions clearly stipulated ...

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