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10-Cup Electric
Rice Cooker & Food Steamer
Instruction Manual &
Cooking Guide
Model: ARC-860
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Electronic Rice Cooker & Food Steamer. It will surely become one of the most practical appliances in your kitchen. Please read all instructions before first use. Published By: Aroma Housewares Co. 6469 Flanders Drive San Diego, CA 92121 U.S.A. 1-800-276-6286 www.aromaco.com © 2004 Aroma Housewares Company All rights reserved.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:". 1. Important: Read all instructions carefully before first use. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs 3. Use only on a level, dry, and heat-resistant surface. 4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or the appliance in water or any other liquid. 5. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children
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SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS 1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk 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 tableto
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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 in the market. Your Aroma Rice Cooker can cook any type perfectly every time. Following are the commonly available varieties of rice and their characteristics: Long Grain Rice Typically this rice is not starchy and has loose, individual grains after cooking. The "California" r
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION 9 10 11 12 1. Handle 7. Warming mode indicator light 2. Condensation collector 8. One-touch cook button 3. Lid-open button 9. Removable, inner cooking pot 10. Steam Tray 4. Spatula holder 5. Control panel 11. Measuring cup 12. Rice paddle 6. Cooking mode indicator light 4
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HOW TO USE 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 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. Ø Do not use abrasive cleaners or sco
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HOW TO CLEAN Always unplug unit and allow to cool completely before cleaning. 1. Remove the inner cooking pot. Wash it in warm, soapy water using a 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. To Clean Condensation Collector: Condensation collector should be cleaned after every use. 1. Remove collector by lifting gently upwards from the lid of the rice cooker. 2.
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COOKING GUIDES Rice/Water Measurement Chart: UNCOOKED WATER WITH INNER POT APPROX COOKED RICE MEASURING CUP WATER LINE RICE YIELD 1 Cup 1-1/2 Cups Line 1 2 Cups 2 Cups 2-1/2 Cups LIne 2 4 Cups 3 Cups 3-1/2 Cups LIne 3 6 Cups 4 Cups 4-1/2 Cups Line 4 8 Cups 5 Cups 5-1/2 Cups Line 5 10 Cups 6 Cups 6-1/2 Cups Line 6 12 Cups 7 Cups 7-1/2 Cups Line 7 14 Cups 8 Cups 8-1/2 Cups Line 8 16 Cups 9 Cups 9-1/2 Cups Line 9 18 Cups 10 Cups 10-1/2 Cups Line 10 20 Cups 14 Cups 14-1/2 Cups Line 14 28 Cups NOTE •
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COOKING GUIDES 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 increase th
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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 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. $8.00 for shipping and handling charges payable to Aroma Housewares Company. Before returning an item, please
