Zojirushi NL-GAQ10T, Operating Instructions Manual

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● The illustrations used in these Operating Instructions may vary from the actual product you have purchased.
Do not modify the Rice Cooker. Only a repair
technician should disassemble or repair this
unit.
Attempting to do so may cause fire, electric shock or injury. Make
any repair inquiries to the store you purchased the Rice Cooker.
Do not touch hot surfaces during or immediately
after use. Be
careful of steam
when opening the
Outer Lid. Be
careful not to
touch the Inner
Cooking Pan when
loosening rice.
Touching hot surfaces
may cause burns.
Do not place or use the Rice Cooker on
unstable surfaces or on surfaces that are
vulnerable to heat.
Doing so may cause injury or fire.
Do not use other Power Cords than the one
provided.
Do not use the Power Cord for other
appliances.
Doing so may cause malfunction or fire.
Please allow the Rice Cooker to cool down
before cleaning.
Hot parts such as the Inner Lid, Inner Cooking Pan and heating
element may cause burns.
Always unplug the Rice Cooker by holding the
Power Plug, not by pulling the Power Cord.
Pulling the Power Cord to unplug the Rice Cooker may cause
electric shock, short circuit or fire.
Insert the Plug into the Plug Receptacle
securely.
Otherwise it may cause electric shock, short circuit, smoke or fire.
If the Power Plug, Power Cord, or Appliance
Plug is damaged, it must be replaced with an
appropriate item or assembly made available
by the manufacturer or its service agent.
Do not use the Rice Cooker on a slide-out table
or shelf with insufficient load capacity.
Doing so may damage the slide-out table or shelf, causing the
Rice Cooker to fall, resulting in injury or burns.
The slide-out table or shelf should have a load capacity of at
least 15 kg for the 1.0 L model and 20 kg for the 1.8 L model.
Do not use the Rice Cooker on a surface where
the Air Vent located at the bottom of the Rice
Cooker can become blocked or covered (such
as on paper, cloth, carpet, plastic bags or
aluminum sheet).
Doing so may cause breakdown or malfunction.
Do not use the Rice Cooker
where it may come into contact with water or
near heat sources.
Doing so may cause electric shock, short circuit, or can deform
the Rice Cooker.
Do not use cookware other than the provided
Inner Cooking Pan or Steaming Basket.
Doing so may cause the Inner Cooking Pan or Steaming Basket
to overheat or the Rice Cooker to malfunction.
Unplug the Power Plug from the outlet when
the Rice Cooker is not in use.
Leaving the Power Plug in an outlet may cause the insulation to
become damaged, resulting in burns, injury, electric shock,
short circuit or fire.
Do not use the Rice Cooker near walls or
furniture. Allow enough room for steam to
escape if using beneath shelving.
Failing to allow enough room may cause breakdown. Steam or
heat may also damage, discolor or deform walls, furniture or
shelving.
Do not cover the Main Body, especially
the Steam Vent, with a cloth or other
objects.
Doing so may cause breakdown.
Do not damage, drop or deform the Inner Cooking Pan.
A damaged Inner Cooking Pan may not cook properly.
Do not operate the Rice Cooker if rice or other foreign
matter is stuck on the outer surface of the Inner
Cooking Pan, the inside of the Main Body, the Center
Sensor, or the Heating Plate.
Doing so may burn the rice or otherwise cause imperfect cooking.
Do not cook when the Inner Cooking Pan is empty.
Doing so may cause breakdown of the Rice Cooker or melting of the
Steaming Basket.
Do not splash the Rice Cooker with water or place it
on top of something wet.
Doing so may cause electric shock or breakdown.
Do not use the Rice Cooker in direct sunlight.
Doing so may cause discoloration of the Rice Cooker.
When you are finished, be sure to
press the CANCEL button.
Removing the Inner Cooking Pan only will not
turn off the power.
Do not use the Rice Cooker where its steam may
come into contact with other electrical appliances.
The steam may cause fire, malfunction, discoloration or deformation to
other electrical appliances.
Always hold the Rice Cooker by the Handle when
carrying it. Do not tilt the Main Body.
Doing so may cause the contents to spill.
Clean the Rice Cooker and the surrounding area
before using it.
This Rice Cooker is equipped with an Air Vent to improve function and
performance, but if dust or insects enter the Air Vent, the Rice Cooker
may malfunction. If the Rice Cooker malfunctions due to insects, etc.
entering the Air Vent, there will be a charge for repairs.
Do not use the Rice Cooker on top of an induction
heating cooker.
Doing so may cause breakdown.
This appliance is intended for household use and
similar applications listed below:
● Staff (employee) kitchen area in shops, offices and other working environments.
*This appliance is not intended for use by many unspecified people for a
long period of time.
This appliance must not be used in the following areas:
● Farm houses.
● By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments.
● Bed and breakfast type environments.
Do not touch the Open
Button when moving
the Rice Cooker.
Doing so may cause the Outer
Lid to open, resulting in injury or
burns.
Do not plug or unplug the Power Cord if your
hands are wet.
Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not immerse the Rice Cooker in water or
splash it with water.
Do not pour water directly into the Rice Cooker.
Doing so may cause short circuit or electric shock.
Do not put any metal objects such as pins or
wires into the Air Vent
or crevices located at
the bottom of the Rice
Cooker.
Doing so may cause electric
shock or malfunction,
resulting in injury.
Do not allow liquid to come in contact with the
Plug Receptacle, Power Plug, Power Cord or
Appliance Plug.
Doing so may cause short circuit or electric shock.
Do not open the Outer Lid or move the Rice
Cooker during cooking.
Doing so may cause burns.
This Rice Cooker is designed for cooking rice,
keeping rice warm, slow cooking, and steaming
only. Do not use it for anything other than its
intended purposes. Always follow the Operating
Instructions and recipes and never cook the
following:
● Foods packaged in plastic bags.
● Foods wrapped in plastic wrap, etc.
Doing so may clog the steam exhaust route.
Do not allow children to use the Rice Cooker
unsupervised. Keep it out of the reach of infants.
Children are at risk of burns, electric shock or injury.
Do not use the Rice Cooker if the Power Plug or
Power Cord is damaged or if the Power Plug is
loosely inserted into the electrical outlet.
Doing so may cause electric shock,
short circuit or fire.
Power Plug
Electrical Outlet
Power Cord
■ Prohibited or required actions are indicated as follows:
WARNINGS
Indicates risk of serious injury
or death.
CAUTIONS
Indicates risk of injury, household
or property damage if mishandled.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Be sure to follow these instructions.
■ The degree of danger or damage by the misuse of this product is indicated as follows:
These WARNINGS and CAUTIONS are intended to prevent property damage or personal injury
to you and others.
Indicates a prohibited operation.
Indicates a requirement or instruction
that must be followed.
WARNINGS
CAUTIONS
IMPORTANT
Do not place your hands or face near the Steam
Vent.
Doing so may cause burns or scalding.
Take special precautions with children and infants.
Do not use a power source other than 220V AC.
Use of any other power supply voltage may cause fire or electric
shock.
Insert the Power Plug completely and securely
into the electrical outlet.
A loosely inserted Power Plug may cause electric shock, short
circuit, smoke or fire.
Use only an electrical outlet rated at 10 amperes
minimum, and do not plug other devices into
the same outlet.
Plugging other devices into the same outlet may cause the
electrical outlet to overheat, resulting in fire.
Use an electrical outlet with an earth terminal.
Otherwise it may cause electric shock or injury.
If the blades or surface of the Power Plug
become soiled, wipe them clean.
A dirty Power Plug may cause fire.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
Stop using immediately if you notice any of the
following symptoms indicating a malfunction or
breakdown.
Continued use of the Rice Cooker under these circumstances
may cause smoke, fire, electric shock or injury.
● The Power Plug, Power Cord or Appliance Plug has become
very hot.
● The Power Cord is damaged or the electricity turns on and off
when touched.
● The body of the Rice Cooker is deformed or unusually hot.
● Smoke is arising from the Rice Cooker or there is a burning smell.
● Some part of the Rice Cooker is cracked, loose or unstable. etc.
If any of the above occurs, unplug the Rice Cooker
immediately and contact the store where you purchased it.
Do not allow the Power Plug to come into
contact with steam.
Allowing the Power Plug to come into contact with steam after
inserting it into the electrical outlet may cause short circuit or fire.
When using on a slide-out table or shelf, place the Rice Cooker in a
position where the Power Plug does not come into contact with steam.
Do not damage the Power Cord. Do not bend,
pull, twist, bundle or attempt to modify the
Power Cord. Do not place it on or near high
temperature surfaces or appliances, under
heavy items or between objects.
A damaged Power Cord can cause fire or electric shock.
Be especially careful with
metal parts such as the Inner
Lid Set, Inner Cooking Pan
and Heating Plate.
Air Vent
Bottom view of
the product
Plug
Receptacle
Open Button
Appliance
Plug
Main Body