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Instruction Manual

Rice Cooker • Food Steamer • Slow Cooker

ARC-988SB

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Page 1: ... to the store Aroma s customer service experts are happy to help Call us toll free at 1 800 276 6286 Answers to many common questions and even replacement parts can be found online Visit www AromaCo com Support Instruction Manual Rice Cooker Food Steamer Slow Cooker ARC 988S ...

Page 2: ...ersatility to your rice cooker allowing it to fully function as a programmable slow cooker Use them together for simplified searing and slow cooking in the same pot But it doesn t end there Your new rice cooker is also great for soups stews stocks gumbos jambalaya breakfast frittatas dips and even desserts Several delicious recipes are included at the back of this manual and even more are availabl...

Page 3: ...ays be followed when using electrical appliances including the following 13 Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance containing rice hot oil or other hot liquids 14 Do not touch cover or obstruct the steam vent on the top of the rice cooke as it is extremely hot and may cause scalding 15 Use only with a 120V AC power outlet 16 Always unplug from the base of the wall outlet Never pull...

Page 4: ...op or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over unintentionally Short Cord Instructions IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2 Polarized Plug This appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other follow the instructions below To reduce the risk of electric shock this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet revers...

Page 5: ...hut off once time has elapsed The MENU button allows the rice cooker to be set to one of its 8 specialize cooking functions White Rice Brown Rice Quick Rice Slow Cook Sauté Then Simmer Cake Soup and Steam The WHITE function cooks restaurant quality white rice automatically The SOUP function is great for preparing savory soups and delicious stews The CAKE function bakes cakes and other treats Aroma...

Page 6: ...all other accessories in warm soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly 5 Remove the inner cooking pot from rice cooker and clean with warm soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly before returning to cooker 6 Wipe body clean with a damp cloth NOTE Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads Do not immerse the rice cooker base cord or plug in water at any time The provided rice cooker cup is the equivale...

Page 7: ...d US cup is an exact replacement To add more flavor to rice try substituting a favorite meat or vegetab broth or stock The ratio of broth stock to rice will be the same as water to rice For approximate rice cooking times and suggested rice water ratios see the Rice Water Measurement Table on page 7 Before placing the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker check that is dry and free of debris Addin...

Page 8: ...m TO COOK RICE CONT 7 8 Press the POWER KEEP WARM button to turn on the rice cooker Press MENU to navigate to the White Rice or Brown Rice function depending upon the type of rice being cooked NOTE Brown rice requires a much longer cooking cycle than oth rice varieties due to the extra bran layers on the grains The Brown Rice function on this rice cooker allows extra time and adjusted heat setting...

Page 9: ...ce Cooker Cups Line 2 4 Rice Cooker Cups WHITE RICE 30 35 Min BROWN RICE 65 70 Min 3 Rice Cooker Cups Line 3 6 Rice Cooker Cups WHITE RICE 33 38 Min BROWN RICE 75 80 Min 4 Rice Cooker Cups Line 4 8 Rice Cooker Cups WHITE RICE 38 43 Min BROWN RICE 80 85 Min 5 Rice Cooker Cups Line 5 10 Rice Cooker Cups WHITE RICE 40 45 Min BROWN RICE 85 90 Min 6 Rice Cooker Cups Line 6 12 Rice Cooker Cups WHITE RIC...

Page 10: ...al 1 cups water using the provided measuring cup to compensate for the lack of soaking time The included measuring cup is equal to a standard US cup Cooking times are approximate Altitude humidity and outside temperature will affect cooking time Opening the lid during the cooking cycle causes a loss of heat and steam Cooking time may be prolonged if the lid is opened before the rice is finished Th...

Page 11: ...lluminate The digital display will countdown from the time selected Once the needed time is selected press the MENU button to select White Rice or Brown Rice functions depending on the rice being cooked Due to the longer cooking time needed brown rice may only be delayed for 2 hours or more NOTE If you misplace the measuring cup a standard US cup is an exact replacement To add more flavor to rice ...

Page 12: ...ff by pressing the POWER KEEP WARM button twice and unplug the power cord 15 14 Once rice is finished the rice cooker will beep and automatically switch to Keep Warm 13 TO USE THE DELAY TIMER CONT Rice should not be left in the rice cooker on Keep Warm for more than 12 hours NOTE 12 The rice cooker will countdown the final 12 minutes of cook time ...

Page 13: ...king pot into the rice cooker check that the cooking pot is dry and free of debris Adding the inner cooking pot when wet may damage the rice cooker If recipe calls for ingredients to be seared or browned use Saute Then Simmer to sear meat then switch to Slow Cook to finish cooking TO SLOW COOK 6 5 Press the MENU button to select the Slow Cook function The digital display will show a flashing 2 00 ...

Page 14: ... countdown from the selected time 9 Once the selected time has passed the rice cooker will beep and automatically switch to Keep Warm 10 Once the needed cooking time is selected the rice cooker will beep to indicate it is setting at the displayed time It will beep once more and the display will stop flashing to indicate it has set 8 Use the UP or DOWN buttons to set the time These buttons will adj...

Page 15: ... stir food while sautéing CAUTION X Place the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker and close the lid Press the MENU button to select th Sauté Then Simmer function to begin sautéing and allow the cooke to preheat for 5 minutes Press the POWER KEEP WARM button to turn on the rice cooker Plug the power cord into an available outlet 4 1 3 2 TO USE SAUTÉ THEN SIMMER ...

Page 16: ...h over to Keep Warm TO USE SAUTÉ THEN SIMMER CONT Using a long handled wooden spoon stir ingredients until sautéed browned to the desired level DO NOT use included serving spatula while sautéing 9 10 Add other called for ingredients and liquid to the inner cooking pot 7 Close the lid securely and allow the rice cooker to cook 8 6 Add ingredients to be sautéed browned to the inner cooking pot 5 ...

Page 17: ... rice cooker Plug the power cord into an available outlet Place the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker and close the lid 4 1 3 2 Do not use the provided serving spatula to sauté It is not intended to be used in contact with high temperatures Use a long handled wooden or heat safe spoon to stir food while sautéing CAUTION X ...

Page 18: ...éed browned to the desired level When finished sautéing turn the rice cooker off by pressing the POWER KEEP WARM button twice and unplug the power cord 7 6 Press the MENU button to select the Sauté Then Simmer function to begin sautéing and allow the cooker to preheat for 5 minutes 5 ...

Page 19: ... then placed onto the steam tray Parchment paper or aluminum foil may be used as well Place the paper foil in the center of the steam tray and ensure it does not create a seal along the bottom of the steam tray For best results i is recommended to puncture small holes in the paper foil For suggested steaming time and water amounts see the meat and vegetable steaming tables on page 21 Plug the cord...

Page 20: ...e displayed time 10 The steam indicator light will illuminate to indicate it has begun steaming 11 Once the water reaches a boil the digital display will countdown in one minute increments from the selected time 12 Once the selected time has passed the rice cooker will beep and switch to Keep Warm 13 Check steamed food for doneness If finished steaming use a hot pad or oven mitt and remove food im...

Page 21: ...y before the rice is ready Place food to be steamed onto the steam tray Close the lid securely Place steam tray into the rice cooker Using caution to avoid escaping steam open the lid 13 10 12 11 TO STEAM FOOD SIMULTANEOUSLY COOK RICE Follow steps 1 to 9 of To Cook Rice beginning on page 5 Refer to the steaming tables for meats and vegetables on page 21 for hints and approximate steaming times See...

Page 22: ...o continue cooking rice 16 Once rice is finished the rice cooke will beep and automatically switch t Keep Warm 17 15 19 Using caution open the lid to check food for doneness CAUTION Steam will be hot For best results stir the rice with the serving spatula to distribute any remaining moisture 14 18 TO STEAM FOOD SIMULTANEOUSLY COOK RICE CONT Rice should not be left in the rice cooker on Keep Warm f...

Page 23: ...itude humidity and outside temperature will affect cooking times These steaming charts are for reference only Actual cooking times may vary NOTE HELPFUL HINTS Since most vegetables only absorb a small amount of water there is no need to increase the amount of water with a larger serving of vegetables Steaming times may vary depending upon the cut of meat being used To ensure meat tastes its best a...

Page 24: ...ooking pot Close the lid securely Place the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker 1 CAUTION The rice cooker will not switch to Keep Warm until all liquid is boiled away Follow the recipe carefully and do not leave the rice cooker unattended 3 2 TO COOK SOUPS STEWS OR CHILIS ...

Page 25: ...the rice cooker off by pressing the POWER KEEP WARM button twice and unplug the power cord 10 Use the UP or DOWN buttons to set the time These buttons will adjust the soup time by 5 minutes Cook time can be set between 10 minutes and 2 hours 7 Using caution to avoid escaping steam open the lid and stir occasionally with a long handled wooden spoon 8 6 Press the POWER KEEP WARM button to turn on th...

Page 26: ... inner cooking pot into the rice cooker 1 3 2 TO USE THE CAKE FUNCTION Press the MENU button to cycle to the Cake function The display will flash 0 50 indicating the 50 minute default cook time 6 Press the POWER KEEP WARM button to turn the rice cooker on 5 Before placing the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker check that the cooking pot is dry and free of debris Adding the inner cooking pot wh...

Page 27: ... rice cooker will beep and switch to off 9 Remove the cake carefully by inverting the inner pot onto a flat dis or surface Turn the rice cooker off by holding the POWER KEEP WARM until the rice cooker powers off 10 Cook time should be set according to package directions and adjusted as needed to reach desired doneness NOTE Unplug the power cord from the power outlet first then from the rice cooker...

Page 28: ...rsh abrasive cleaners scouring pads or products that are not considered safe to use on nonstick coatings If washing in the dishwasher a slight discoloration to the inner pot and accessories may occur This is cosmetic only and will not affect performance Any other servicing should be performed by Aroma Housewares 3 2 TO CLEAN Thoroughly dry rice cooker body and all accessories Reassemble for next u...

Page 29: ...ist soggy after cooking If your rice is still too moist or soggy when the rice cooker switches to Keep Warm use the serving spatula to stir the rice This will redistribute the bottom moistest part of the rice as well as release excess moisture Close the lid and allow to remain on Keep Warm for 10 30 minutes as needed opening the lid and stirring periodically to release excess moisture E2 Error Thi...

Page 30: ...ce When compared to long grain rice medium grain rice has a shorter wider kernel that is two to three times longer than its width Cooked grains are more moist and tender than long grain and have a greater tendency to cling together Great for entrees sushi risotto and rice puddings Short Grain Rice Short grain rice has a short plump almost round kernel Cooked grains are soft and cling together yet ...

Page 31: ...he U S Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommendations Whole grains like brown rice help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease diabetes and certain cancers and aid in weight management Brown rice is a 100 whole grain One cup of whole grain brown rice provides two of the three recommended daily servings of whole grains Eating rice triggers the production of serotonin in the bra...

Page 32: ...Warm open the lid and stir in butter and Parmesan cheese Serves 4 to 6 cup yellow onion diced small 1 large garlic clove chopped fine 1 tbsp olive oil 1 cup Arborio rice uncooked cup vermouth 4 cups chicken broth 1 cup whipping cream 3 tbsp butter cup Parmesan cheese shredded Ingredients RECIPES For additional rice cooker recipes or even to submit your own visit our website at www AromaCo com 1 Pr...

Page 33: ...wn visit our website at www AromaCo com Rum Cake Prepare box of cake batter according to directions but replace half of the water amount asked for with rum Since using half of the cake mix the water rum ratio should also be cut in half Rinse the inner pot and coat with a cooking spray Add the batter and set to Cake for 50 minutes Wait for cake cycle to finish and remove carefully by inverting onto...

Page 34: ...ced Green Chilies 2 tbsp Creole Seasoning Ingredients For additional rice cooker recipes or even to submit your own visit our website at www AromaCo com Mix cupcake mix according to box instructions Place cupcake cups in molds Add cupcake mix Place cupcakes in steam tray and close the lid Set to the Steam function according to box baking instructions 30 minutes typically Using caution open the lid...

Page 35: ...r pot and place it inside the rice cooker Select the Sauté Then Simmer STS function and cook until fragrant or about ten minutes Add chicken thighs and brown on both sides Add the stock carrots and herbs then close the lid Set to the Soup function and let cook When the Soup function finishes remove and shred the chicken with two forks and put it back in the soup Serve with your favorite add ons Ch...

Page 36: ...arranty is also invalid in any case that the product is taken apart or serviced by an unauthorized service station This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary from state to state and does not cover areas outside the United States AROMA HOUSEWARES COMPANY 6469 Flanders Drive San Diego California 92121 1 800 276 6286 M F 8 30 AM 4 30 PM Pacific Time Website www AromaCo com WARRANTY ...

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