Bravetti PLATINUM PRO MC665H - Manual (Page 6)

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Operating Instructions Operating Instructions
Using the Keep Warm Function
The keep warm function can be used to
keep foods that have been prepared
warm until ready for serving, or to keep
foods warm that have been prepared in
advance.
Important: Do not use this function to
cook food.
In most functions, once the cooking
process has been completed the unit will
automatically go to the keep warm
function after one (1) minute. To initiate
the keep warm function manually:
1. Plug unit into the wall outlet.
2. Fill the cooking pot with ingredients
to keep warm.
3. Press down on the cover until it clicks
into place.
4. Press the function button five (5)
times until the keep warm light
illuminates. (Fig. 14)
Fig. 15
9. Press the adjust button to increase
the minutes required for food being
cooked. The minutes can be
adjusted up to :59 minutes. Choose
the cooking time required based on
type of dish being prepared and
amount.
10. Press the start button to begin the
cooking process. The “:” (colon) on
the LCD display will flash indicating
that the timer is counting down.
11. When the function is complete the
unit will beep. One minute later if the
stop button has not been pressed
the unit will switch to the keep warm
function. After 6 hours the unit will
automatically shut off.
12. Press the stop button and unplug the
unit.
13. Allow the unit to cool completely
before cleaning.
Using the Poacher/Warmer
The poacher/warmer can be used
alone or when preparing other items
such as pasta or steamed vegetables.
To use the poacher/warmer the
pasta/steamer insert must be used:
1. Add required amount of water to
the cooking pot for food being
prepared in the pasta/steamer
insert.
2. Add food to be prepared into the
pasta/steamer insert and close
lids.
3. Place the poacher/warmer into the
pasta/steamer insert. (Fig. 15)
5. Press the start button to begin the
keep warm process. The “:” (colon)
on the LCD display will flash
indicating that the timer is counting
up.
Note : The unit will automatically shut off
after a 6 hour period has elapsed.
Fig. 14 Keep Warm Selected
4. Press down on the cover until it
clicks into place.
5. Plug the unit into the wall outlet.
6. Select the function required and
adjust time.
7. Press stop when cooking is
complete, insert handle into
pasta/steamer and remove food.
8. Remove plug from wall outlet and
allow unit to cool completely before
cleaning.
Note : If warming a sauce in the
warmer it can be left in the
poacher/warmer safely until the food
being cooked in the pasta/steamer
insert is complete.
10. If rice or other grains are found on
the heating plate inside the main
unit, they must be removed to
avoid inadequate cooking. Use a
damp sponge to wipe the surface
of the heating plate clean. Do not
use any detergent on the heating
plate.
Note : Do not use metal utensils or
sharp metal objects such as a knife to
remove food particles, this will
damage the non-stick surfaces of the
unit.
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Operating Instructions
Hints and Tips for Perfect Rice
• For best results when cooking
rice, leave the rice settle in the
unit for a few minutes before
opening cover.
• Stir rice thoroughly before
serving.
• To obtain a softer rice, allow the
rice to soak in the cooking pot for
10-15 minutes before cooking.
• Do not keep rice warm for more
than 10 hours.
• Do not use metal utensils to stir
rice, wooden utensils work best
for perfect tasting rice.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The multi cooker should be cleaned
thoroughly after every use:
1. Unplug unit from the wall outlet
and allow to cool completely.
2. Remove the detachable cord from
the main unit.
3. Do not immerse the main unit into
water or other liquids.
4. Do not use abrasive cleaners,
scouring pads or steel wool.
5. To wash the cooking pot,
pasta/steamer insert, or the
poacher/warmer; fill with hot
water and let it soak. Hand wash
with a sponge and mild detergent.
These components are also top
rack dishwasher safe.
6. Remove the steam vent and clean
all parts thoroughly and allow to air
dry before replacing in unit.
7. Lift the carry handle to remove the
water collector from the rear of the
unit and hand wash with warm
soapy water.
8. The cover and inside the main unit
should be wiped down with a damp
soapy cloth and then rinsed with a
clear water cloth.
9. To clean the exterior of the unit,
lightly wipe with a damp cloth.