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Names and Functions of Component Parts
Operation panel
[Hour] and [Min] keys
Use to set the present time
and the time under the Timer
function.
[ ] [ ] (Menu) key
Press to select the desired cooking menu.
Keep Warm lamp
Lit when the Keep Warm
function is on.
[Cancel] key
Press to cancel the
Keep Warm function or
to cancel the current
operation.
[Keep Warm] key
Used to keep the rice warm.
Display
Displays the symbol (menu
cursor) and the present time, etc.
[Timer] key
Press to select the
desired Timer setting.
[Start] key
Press to start cooking,
etc.
• The reliefs (
) on the [Start] and [Cancel] keys are to aid persons with a visual impairment.
• Although blurring may occur in the display due to static electricity, it is only a temporary phenomenon and not
a malfunction. If the blurring becomes bothersome, wipe the display using a firmly wrung out cloth. The static
electricity is removed and the blurring is reduced.
Start lamp
Lit or blinks during
cooking, etc.
Timer lamp
Lit or blinks when the
Timer function is set.
Checking the accessories
The spatula can
be inserted at
the side of the
rice cooker.
Spatula
Ladle
Measuring cup
Approximately 1 cup (0.18 L)
One level cup of rice is approximately 150 g.
For first time use
Wash the inner pot, inner lid, steam cap, and
accessories before using them. (See P.26 to 31)
Sounds emitted by the rice cooker
The following sounds coming from the rice cooker
during cooking, reheating, or when the Keep Warm
function is on is normal and does not indicate a
problem:
• Humming (This is the sound of the rotating fan.)
• Buzzing or twittering (This is the sound of IH
operation.)
Checking the present time
The time is displayed in a 24-hour format. It should
be adjusted if the correct time is not displayed.
The lithium battery
The rice cooker has a built-in lithium battery that
stores the present time and the preset timer settings
even with the power plug disconnected.
• If the lithium battery runs out, “0:00” will blink on
the display when the power cord is plugged back
in. Normal cooking is still possible, but the present
time, preset timer settings, and elapsed Keep
Warm time will no longer be stored in memory
when the power plug is disconnected. Set the time
if necessary.
Note
●
Do not attempt to replace the lithium battery
yourself.
To replace the battery, contact the place of
purchase. (A fee is required.)
English
Menu options and features
Menu
Keep
Warm
function
availability
Timer
function
availability
Feature
Plain/White
Select when cooking white rice (rinse-free rice).
Ultra
Select when cooking white rice (rinse-free rice) to bring out its
maximum sweetness, flavor, and stickiness.
Cooking using this menu will soak the rice twice as long as with the
“Plain/White” menu and take extra time to heat and cook delicious
rice.
Quick
–
Select when cooking white rice quickly.
Express-Limited
Cups
–
Select when cooking a small amount of white rice quicker than the
“Quick” menu. The cooking time is shorter and cooked rice is slightly
hard compared to the “Plain/White” menu.
Cooking capacity: 1.0 L type: 1 to 2 cups, 1.8 L type: 2 to 3 cups
Eco
Select when cooking white rice. Cooking using this menu makes rice
firmer compared to the “Plain/White” menu. However, power can be
saved (approximately 6 to 20% reduction).
Multigrain
Select when cooking other grains (barley, foxtail millet, barnyard
millet, black rice, red rice, etc.) together with white rice.
Brown
Select when cooking brown rice.
GABA Brown
Select when cooking brown rice so it is soft and easy to chew.
(Cooking using this menu takes longer than the “Brown” menu.)
In addition, GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a nutrient currently
attracting attention for its health benefits, can be increased
compared to brown rice cooked using the “Brown” menu.
Porridge
Select when cooking porridge.
Mixed/Sweet
–
Select when cooking seasoned rice or steamed sweet rice.
Long-grain
Select when cooking long-grain rice.
See P.44 for cooking capacities.
: Although the Keep Warm function is automatically activated, it is not recommended since the rice
loses its flavor.
* When using the “Eco” menu, a large amount of condensation may be formed on the inner lid.
Note
Brown crisp rice
* Dark brown crisp rice may be formed when
cooking rinse-free rice. If this is not desired, rinse
the rice thoroughly by replacing the water once or
twice before cooking.
* Dark brown crisp rice may be formed when
cooking rice using the “Mixed/Sweet”, “Multigrain”,
“Brown”, or “GABA Brown” menu or cooking
germinated brown rice, whole rice, or semi-
polished rice.
Soaking rice
* Since the soaking time is included in the cooking
time for each menu (the “Quick” and “Express-
Limited Cups” menus are excluded), rice can be
cooked immediately without soaking.
* As the “Quick” and “Express-Limited Cups” menus
do not have a soaking process and cooking starts
immediately, the cooking time is shorter.
Keeping rice warm
When using the “Porridge” menu, porridge can
become pasty if kept warm for too long. Serve it as
soon as possible.
Timer function
You can preset the time that you want cooking to
be actually completed. (See P.19)
Express-Limited Cups
This is a menu for a small amount of rice to be
cooked quickly. The cooking time is shorter and
cooked rice is slightly hard.
Cooking capacity: 1.0 L type: 1 to 2 cups, 1.8 L
type: 2 to 3 cups
Note: If cooked rice is too hard, adjusting the
steaming time can change the hardness of
