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Keep Warm (Automatic)
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Once the rice is cooked, all programs switch
automatically to the keep warm function.
(Please mix the rice immediately after cooking ends.)
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Delicious
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1-2 person
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Regular
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Sushi
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Quick
The Warm Jar will
switch automatically
to the keep warm
function, but we
do not recommend
this.
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Congee
If congee is kept warm, it may become very sticky.
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Casserole
Use of the keep warm function can also cause the Inner Lid to rust, adversely affect the
fl avour of the rice.
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Brown Rice
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Grains
Flavour can be adversely affected.
Precautions
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Do not use the keep warm function for more than 12 hours.
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To prevent odours and condensation during the keep warm state:
Do not cancel the keep warm function or remove the Power Plug while leaving the rice in the Warm Jar.
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To prevent odours:
Do not use the keep warm function with the Rice Scoop still in the Warm Jar.
Notes
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A keep warm time of up to 23 hours is displayed in 1 hour units (“0” is displayed for times of less than 1 hour).
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After 24 hours, the display returns to the current time.
Reheat (manual)
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Rice to be heated to high temperature from the keep warm state.
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In the keep warm state
Mix the rice
Notes
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Reheat cannot be used in the following situations.
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When the rice is cold (buzzer beeps 4 times).
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When the keep warm function is not in use.
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Reheating two or more times will adversely affect the
fl avour of the rice.
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Press the “Reheat/Keep Warm” button
Press
.
Lighting
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When the buzzer sounds, mix the rice immediately.
The rice is now ready to be eaten.
Reheat starts.
Flashing (Approx. 5 min–7 min)
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To reheat from the keep warm state
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To return to the keep warm state
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To turn off the keep warm function
Press
and then remove the Power Plug
.
Keeping Warm
Timer
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Two timers can be set.
(These are stored until changed.)
You may fi nd it convenient to store often used times, using, for
example, “Timer 1” for breakfast and “Timer 2” for your evening meal.
For example: Setting to 7:30 am
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Check that the current time is correct
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If the time is incorrect, set it by following the
procedure on the right.
When the current time is incorrect
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The time is displayed in 24 hour clock format.
1
Insert the Power Plug
2
Hold down
or
for 1 second or more
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Release your fi nger when
you hear a “beep”.
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Set the time
Forward
(units of 1 min)
Back
(units of 1 min)
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Hold down to cycle
through time faster.
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The time cannot be set in use such as cooking/the
keep warm state/the timer setting.
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When the lithium battery runs down, removing the
Power Plug will result in the loss of stored data such
as the current time and timer settings. (P.20)
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The lithium battery is fi xed inside the main body and
cannot be replaced by the user.
For a replacement of lithium battery, please consult
the shop where you purchased the Warm Jar or a
service centre.
Flashing
When the fl ashing
stops, the time is set.
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To see the current time after setting the
timer.
Press
Lighting
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Press and hold to display.
2
Check the program
(Set to desired program. P.11)
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Select “Timer 1” or “Timer 2”
Press
.
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Each press of
the button changes
the selection.
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Set the time at which the rice is to be
ready
Forward
(units of 10 min)
Back
(units of 10 min)
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Hold down to cycle
through time faster.
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Press the “Start” button
Press
Flashing
.
Setting ends.
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When the buzzer sounds after cooking, the
steaming stage has fi nished. Mix the rice
immediately.
(This is to allow excess moisture to evaporate.)
Notes
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If there is insuffi cient time for the timer setting, the timer will not allow the setting, and cooking will start
immediately. (See “Timer Setting Restrictions” on P.26.)
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The timer cannot be used with the “Quick”, “Casserole”, “Cake” or “Steam” program.
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If the timer setting is 13 hours or longer (8 hours or longer when the water temperature is high), the
rice may ferment, then generate undesirable odours.
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When cooking with the timer, the time until the rice is ready is not displayed.
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When cooking with the timer, the rice may absorb excess water. This can result in the rice becoming
soft or burnt.
Reduce the amount of water slightly if the rice is soft.
(Reduce water by approximately 1 to 2 mm from the Water Level.)
Flashing
Flashing
Off
Lighting
Using the Timer
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To redo an operation
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To cancel a setting
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