Aroma ARC-1130S - Manual (Page 3)

TROUBLESHOOTING
Because rice variations differ in their make-up, results may vary depending upon
the type of rice being used. Below are some troubleshooting tips to help you
achieve the desired consistency.
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Rice is too dry/hard
after cooking.
If rice is dry or hard/chewy when the rice
cooker switches to “Keep-Warm” mode,
additional water and cooking time will soften
the rice. Depending on how dry the rice is,
add ½ to 1 tumbler of water and stir through.
Close the lid and press down the cook switch
to “Cook” mode. When the rice cooker
switches to “Keep-Warm” mode, open the lid
and stir the rice to check the consistency.
Repeat as necessary until rice is soft and
moist.
Rice is too moist/soggy
after cooking.
If rice is still too wet or soggy when the rice
cooker switches to “Keep-Warm” mode, 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 the rice cooker to remain on
“Keep-Warm” mode for 10-30 minutes as
needed, opening the lid and stirring
periodically to release excess moisture.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical
appliances, including the following:
1. Important: Read all instructions
carefully before first use.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the
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.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning. Allow unit to
cool before putting on or taking off
parts and before cleaning the
appliance.
7. Do not operate any appliance with
a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions or has
been damaged in any manner.
Contact Aroma customer service for
examination, repair or adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments
not recommended by Aroma
Housewares may result in fire,
electrical shock or injury.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord touch hot surfaces
or hang over the edge of a counter
or table.
11. Do not place on or near a hot
burner or in a heated oven.
12. Do not use the appliance for other
than its intended use.
13. Extreme caution must be used when
moving the appliance containing
hot water or other liquids.
14. Do not touch, cover or obstruct the
steam vent on the top of the rice
cooker 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 on the cord.
17. The rice cooker should be operated
on a separate electrical circuit from
other operating appliances. If the
electrical circuit is overloaded with
other appliances, the appliance
may not operate properly.
18. Always make sure the outside of the
inner cooking pot is dry prior to use.
If the cooking pot is returned to
cooker when wet, it may damage
or cause the product to
malfunction.
19. Use extreme caution when opening
the lid during or after cooking. Hot
steam will escape and may cause
scalding.
20. Rice should not be left in the inner
pot with the “Keep-Warm” function
on for more than 24 hours.
21. To prevent damage or deformation,
do not use the inner pot on a
stovetop or burner.
22. To disconnect, turn any control to
“OFF,” then remove plug from wall
outlet.
23. To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
cook only in the removable
container provided.
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