ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
• CAUTION: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during
use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent risk of burns, fires
or other damage to persons or property.
• All users of this appliance must read and understand this OWNER’S
MANUAL before operating or cleaning this appliance.
• The cord of this appliance should be plugged into a 120 volt AC
electrical outlet only.
• When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and on
all sides for air circulation. Do not allow this appliance to touch
curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dishtowels or other flammable
materials during use.
• Do not leave appliance unattended during use.
• This appliance generates steam. Do not operate uncovered.
• If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately
unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning
appliance. Do not use the INNER POT or LID if cracked or chipped.
• This appliance is for household use only.
• Unplug the rice cooker when not in use.
• Use the rice cooker on a hard, flat surface. Do not place near heat, an
open flame or on a soft surface (such as carpeting). Avoid placing it
where it may tip over during use. Dropping the rice cooker may
cause it to malfunction.
• Avoid electrical shock by unplugging before washing or adding water.
• To avoid burns, stay clear of the steam vent during cooking. Also,
wait for the rice cooker to cool down completely before touching or
cleaning the LID, INNER POT or heating plate.
• Never use the INNER POT on a gas or electric cooktop or an open
flame.
• Do not leave the rice ladle or MEASURING CUP in the INNER POT
while unit is on and in use.
• Please use measuring cup that was provided in the rice cooker. A
standard measuring cup SHOULD NOT BE USED.
KNOW YOUR RICE COOKER
PREPARING YOUR RICE COOKER FOR USE
Clean the LID, INNER POT, RICE LADLE and MEASURING CUP, following
the user maintenance instructions.
DO NOT IMMERSE THE HEATING UNIT OF YOUR RICE COOKER IN
WATER OR OTHER LIQUID.
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KNOB
LID
STEAMING BASKET
INNER POT
HANDLES
KEEP WARM LIGHT
COOK LIGHT
POWER SWITCH
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