Aroma ARC-1616 - Manual (Page 4)

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.
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 warm, damp cloth.
2. Dry with a soft dry cloth
To Clean Steam Vent: (See Diagram 1)
Steam vent should be cleaned after every use.
1. Pull out the steam valve as shown in Diagram 1.
2. Empty and wash the steam valve in warm, soapy water.
3. Wipe the steam valve clean with a damp cloth.
4. Reinsert the steam valve for next use.
To Clean Heating Plate: (See Diagram 2)
Heating plate should be cleaned after every use.
1. Wipe the heating plate with a warm, damp cloth.
2. Dry with a soft dry cloth.
Rice grains or other dried materials may stick to the heating
plate. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the heating plate is
completely clean to ensure full contact between the inner
pot and the heating plate. Otherwise, the appliance will not
close properly and may overheat.
Ø Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or products that are not considered
safe to use on non-stick coatings.
Ø Do not immerse rice cooker base in water or any other liquid. This appliance
is NOT dishwasher safe. The inner pot is NOT dishwasher safe.
Diagram 1
Diagram 2
HOW TO CLEAN
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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 tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
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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, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to
modify the plug in any way.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
This appliance is for household use only.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
POLARIZED PLUG
KEEP AWAY
FROM CHILDREN!
DO NOT DRAPE CORD!