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STEAMING TIME AND TEMPERATURE
The steaming times in this chart are a guide and should be adjusted
to suit the different quantities or thickness of food and to suit your
own taste.
Asparagus
8 – 10 minutes
Bean Sprouts
3 – 4 minutes
Beans: Green, Wax, French cut
8 – 10 minutes
Broccoli
11 – 13 minutes
Brussel Sprouts
11 – 13 minutes
Cabbage, shredded
6 – 8 minutes
Cabbage, wedges
14 – 16 minutes
Carrots
8 – 10 minutes
Cauliflower
11 – 13 minutes
Celery
8 -12 minutes
Collared Greens, Spinach
6 – 11 minutes
Mushrooms (fresh, sliced)
3 – 4 minutes
Pea Pods
4 – 6 minutes
(1) Potato
10 – 12 minutes
(3) Potatoes
19 – 22 minutes
Squash (Acorn, Butternut)
13 -16 minutes
Zucchini
10 -12 minutes
VEGETABLE
COOKING TIME
*Altitude affects the temperature at which water boils and thus the
cooking time. It’s especially true at high altitudes where longer cooking
times are necessary. We have outlined a general guide to follow. Test for
desired consistency when cooking times indicated have been reached. As
you cook with this appliance, adapt times and measurements to your
own personal tastes.
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HOW TO CLEAN YOUR RICE COOKER
This appliance should be cleaned after every use.
• Unplug the RICE COOKER when not in use or before cleaning. Never
immerse HEATING UNIT in water or any other liquids. Allow the RICE
COOKER to cool completely before cleaning.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or steel wool to clean the
RICE COOKER.
• To clean the HEATING UNIT, lightly wipe the exterior with a damp
cloth or sponge. Do not immerse the HEATING UNIT into water or
any other liquid. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
• The INNER POT is coated with a non-stick coating to make cleanup
easier. To clean, remove the INNER POT from the RICE COOKER and
fill with hot water from the tap. Let it sit for a while and then wash
with hot, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
• The MEASURING CUP and RICE PADDLE can be washed in warm,
soapy water. They are not dishwasher safe.
• Wipe down the inside of the LID, if necessary, with a clean, damp
cloth or sponge.
• Make sure that the grains of rice do not stick to the HEATING PLATE
in the bottom of the HEATING UNIT. If this occurs, remove
immediately. If grains of rice are stuck onto the HEATING PLATE, a
non-abrasive pad can be used to remove it. Polish the area for good
contact between the HEATING PLATE and the bottom of the
INNER POT.
• This appliance has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to repair
this appliance yourself as you could cause damage to yourself and to
this appliance. Contact Rival
®
Customer Service. (See warranty)
• This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
• Do not use bleach, vinegar, or other harsh chemicals to clean the
RICE COOKER.
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