Presto Rice Cooker - Manual (Page 2)

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BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Remove all packaging materials.
2. Become familiar with the various parts of the rice cooker (Fig. A) and read and follow the instructions carefully.
3. Wash the rice cooker and accessories according to the “Care and Cleaning” instructions, steps 2 through 4 on page 5.
HOw TO USE
Important: For proper heat transfer
between the rice cooker base and the
removable pot, before each use, be
sure the bottom of the removable pot
and the heating plate within the rice
cooker base (Fig. B) are free of debris.
In addition, to prevent electrical shock,
be sure the outside of the removable
pot is completely dry before placing it
into the rice cooker base.
To Cook Rice:
1. Place the rice cooker on a dry,
level, heat resistant surface. To
avoid steam damage to cabinets,
position the rice cooker so it is not
directly under cabinets.
2. Open the rice cooker cover by
pressing the cover release button
(Fig. A) and lift the hinged cover
so it is in a fully upright position.
Remove the rice pot if it is in
place.
3. Using the rice measuring scoop provided, measure the desired amount of rice and
pour into the pot*. One level scoop of uncooked rice will yield 2 scoops of cooked
rice.
Note: The rice measuring scoop provided is 180 ml or 6 ounces, the rice industry
standard, rather than 240 ml or 8 ounces.
4. Using the water measurement lines inside the pot (Fig. C), fill the pot with the
appropriate amount of water (see the chart below). For example, if cooking
4 measuring scoops of rice, add enough water to fill up to line 4 marked on the pot.
Note that the pot has water markings for both white and brown rice. The liquid
measurement is also included in the chart, if you prefer to measure the water with
a liquid measuring cup. Water amounts may be adjusted for firmer or moister rice;
see “Helpful Hints” on page 5. Never exceed the “MAX” fill levels. Overfilling may
result in water boiling over the top of the rice pot.
*If desired, rice may be rinsed or soaked prior to cooking. See Helpful Hints on page 5.
Important Cord Information
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). 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, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
• A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer
cord. An extension cord may be used if care is properly exercised in its use.
• If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical
rating of the appliance. The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
Rice
cooker
base
Removable
rice pot
Steaming
basket
Rice
measuring
scoop
Rice paddle
One-touch
control
Warm
indicator
light
Cook
indicator
light
Condensation
collector
Removable
steam vent
Cover
release
button
Water
measurement
lines
Fig. A
Rice
paddle
holder
Cover
handle
Heating plate
Fig. B
Hinged
cover
Fig. C