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6-Cup Sensor Logic™
Rice Cooker and Food
Steamer
Instruction Manual
www.AromaCo.com ARC-856
Arrocera y vaporera
Sensor Logic™
de 6 Tazas
Manual de instrucciones
ARC-856
www.AromaCo.com
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Congratulations on your purchase of the 6-Cup Digital Rice Cooker and Food Steamer. Aroma has master the art of cooking perfect, fluffy rice, so you don’t have to. Just add rice, water and turn the rice cooker on. The machine will automatically switch to warming mode when the rice is done. It also comes equipped with pre-programmed functions to prepare soup, porridge and slow cooked meals in addition to functions for white, sushi and brown rice. The specialized brown rice function easily prepare
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances, including the following: 13. Extreme caution must be used when 1. Important: Read all instructions moving the appliance containing carefully before first use. hot water or other liquids. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the 14. Do not touch, cover or obstruct the handles or knobs. steam valve on the top of the rice 3. Use only on a level, dry and heat- cooker as it is extremely hot and resi
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SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS 1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. 2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. 3. If a longer extension cord is used: a. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. b. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tab
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION Steam Valve Cover Cover Button Cooker Body Control Panel Spoon Shelf Base LCD display "Start" indicator 1 hour porridge/soup MIN 2 hour Start slow cook HR "Start" steam/cook button Sushi "Menu" White Brown Menu Rice Rice button "Warm/Off" indicator Warm Delay Timer "Warm/Off" Off button "Delay Timer" indicator "Delay Timer" Timer (hrs) button Accessories Spoon Soup Ladle Spoon Shelf Spoon Holder Diagram Inner Pot Measuring Cup Steam Tray 3 IDENTIFICACION DE LAS PARTES Ab
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USING YOUR RICE COOKER Before First Use: 1. Read all instructions and important safeguards. 2. Remove all packaging materials and make sure items are received in good condition. 3. Tear up all plastic bags as they can pose a risk to children. 4. Wash lid and accessories in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 5. Remove inner 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. 7. Wash the steam v
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USING YOUR RICE COOKER Rice Functions: White Rice Function is the typical method for cooking rice, since white rice is the most common variety. Rice will be cooked until all water is absorbed and all that is left is delicious, fluffy rice. Brown Rice Function is ideal for tough to cook, yet extremely nutritious brown rice. The brown rice is soaked for 20-30 minutes prior to cooking to allow the water to soak through its extra bran layers. The rice then cooks at a lower heat for a longer time, wh
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USING YOUR RICE COOKER To Steam Food: 1. When steaming only, add the appropriate amount of water to the inner pot according to the food to be cooked. A convenient steaming guide has been provided on page 10 for vegetables and page 11 for meats. 2. Place food into the steam tray. Smaller foods may be placed in a heat-proof dish and then placed into the steam tray. 3. Set the inner pot into the body of the rice cooker, making sure that the exterior is clean and completely dry, then place the steam
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USING YOUR RICE COOKER To Slow Cook: 4. Cooker will automatically switch to keep warm mode when complete. The digital display will indicate the number of hours food has been warming. 5. Press “WARM/OFF” to turn the rice cooker off. Always unplug the rice cooker when not in use. To Use Warm Mode: Although the rice cooker automatically switches to warm mode after cooking finishes, you may also use this function independently to keep a meal warm for serving. 1. Add food to be warmed to inner pot an
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COOKING GUIDE HELPFUL HINTS 1. Rinse rice before placing it into the inner pot to remove excess bran and starch. This will help reduce browning and sticking to the bottom of the pot. 2. If you have experienced any sticking with the type of rice you are using, try adding a light coating of vegetable oil or non-stick spray to the bottom of the inner pot before adding rice. 3. This is only a general measuring guide. As there are many different kinds of rice available (see About Rice on page 13), ri
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COOKING GUIDE SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS • Brown rice, wild rice and rice mixes vary in their make-up. Some variations may require longer cooking times and/or additional water in order to achieve optimum results. Refer to the individual package instructions for cooking suggestions. • The measuring cup included adheres to rice industry standards (180mL) and is not equal to one U.S. cup. The chart above refers to cups of rice/water according to the measuring cup provided. • Do not place more than 6 cups
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COOKING GUIDE VEGETABLE STEAMING CHART: VEGETABLE AMOUNT OF WATER STEAMING TIME Asparagus 1/2 Cup 10 Minutes Broccoli 1/4 Cup 5 Minutes Cabbage 1 Cup 15 Minutes Carrots 1 Cup 15 Minutes Cauliflower 1 Cup 15 Minutes Corn 1 Cup 15 Minutes Eggplant 1-1/4 Cup 20 Minutes Green Beans 1 Cup 15 Minutes Peas 1/2 Cup 10 Minutes Spinach 1/2 Cup 10 Minutes Squash 1/2 Cup 10 Minutes Zucchini 1/2 Cup 10 Minutes HELPFUL HINTS 1. Since most vegetables only absorb a small amount of water, there is no need to inc
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COOKING GUIDE MEAT STEAMING CHART: Amount of Meat Steaming Time Safe Temperature Water Fish 2 Cups 15 Min. 140º Chicken 2-1/2 Cups 20 Min. 165º 2-1/2 Cups 20 Min. 160º Pork Medium = 15 Min. Beef 2-1/2 Cups Medium-Well = 20 Min. 160º Well = 23 Min. NOTE 1. Steaming times may vary depending on the cut of meat being used. 2. To ensure meat tastes its best, and is safe to eat, check that meat is completely cooked prior to serving. Use a meat thermometer to see if the internal temperature is at least
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HOW TO CLEAN Always unplug unit and allow to cool completely before cleaning. To Clean Inner Rice Pot: 1. Remove the inner cooking pot. Wash it in warm, soapy water using a nylon sponge or dishcloth. 2. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 3. Repeat process with steam tray and other provided accessories. 4. Wipe the body of the rice cooker clean with a damp cloth. Diagram 1 To Clean the Underside of the Lid: The underside of the lid should be cleaned after every use. 1. Wipe the underside of the lid with a
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ABOUT RICE Rice is a valuable source of low fat, complex carbohydrates and is abundant in thiamin, niacin and iron. It is an essential ingredient for a healthy diet. There are many different varieties of rice available. Your Aroma Rice Cooker can cook any type perfectly every time. The following are the most commonly available varieties of rice and their characteristics: Long Grain Rice Brown Rice Typically this rice is not starchy and has Brown rice is often considered the most loose, individua
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TROUBLESHOOTING Because rice varieties may vary in their make-up, results may differ. Below are some troubleshooting tips to help you achieve the desired consistency. PROBLEM SOLUTION Rice is too dry/hard If your rice is dry or hard/chewy when the rice after cooking. cooker switches to WARM mode, additional water and cooking time will soften the rice. Depending on how dry your rice is, add ½ to 1 cup of water and stir through. Close the lid and press the “COOK” button. When rice cooker switches
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LIMITED WARRANTY Aroma Housewares Company warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from provable date of purchase in the continental United States. Within this warranty period, Aroma Housewares Company will repair or replace, at its option, defective parts at no charge, provided the product is returned, freight prepaid with proof of purchase and U.S. $13.00 for shipping and handling charges payable to Aroma Housewares Company. Before returning an item, ple
