Bear DFH-B13E5 Electric Lunch Box Stainless Steel Rice Cooker User Manual

**Bear DFH-B13E5 Electric Lunch Box Stainless Steel Rice Cooker User Manual

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Parts & Description

Warnings

ATTENTION:
Read this booklet carefully as it contains important instructions for a safe installation, use and maintenance.

Important instructions to be kept for future reference.

The following basic precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
   The Appliance

2. This appliance must be used only for the purpose it was expressly designed; any use NOT complying with the instructions contained in the manual is considered inappropriate and dangerous. The manufacturer is NOT responsible for possible damages caused by the inappropriate and/or unreasonable use.

3. The appliance is designed for cooking food (including rice), steaming and reheating food only. Put only water into the Body and Stainless Steel Containers. DO NOT put other liquids into it, except a thin layer of cooking oil in the Stainless Steel Containers, if required. Different liquids have different boiling points, with volatile liquids having boiling points lower than 100C, the boiling point of water.

4. The installation/assembly of the appliance will be made in accordance with the indications of the manufacturer. A wrong procedure may cause damages to persons, animals or objects, for which the manufacturer cannot be considered responsible.

5. Before use, check the integrity of the appliance and power cable. DO NOT operate the appliance when its housing is damaged. In case you are not sure, contact a qualified person. If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer / service agent or a qualified technician in order to avoid a shock hazard.

6. Before powering the appliance make sure the rating (voltage and frequency) corresponding to the grid and the socket is suitable for the plug of the appliance, and that the wall socket is properly grounded. This appliance is fitted with an earth wire for extra safety.

7. Avoid the use of adapters and/or extension cables; if their use is absolutely necessary, use only materials in compliance with the current safety regulations and whose marked electrical rating should be at least as high as the electrical rating of the appliance. To prevent overloading and blown fuses, ensure that no other high powered appliance is plugged into the same socket.

8. The appliance must NOT be switched on using external timers and/or other remote control appliances which are not specified in this manual.

9. Only use original components & accessories (e.g. Upper Cover, Stainless Steel Containers & Container Lid) provided by the manufacturer. Any non-original component or accessory NOT recommended by the manufacturer (including, but not limited to, Upper Cover, Stainless Steel Containers & Container Lid made by other manufacturers or by the same manufacturer but for other models of the same capacity or otherwise) may cause injuries to persons or damage to the appliance.

10. The packing materials (plastic bags, expanded polystyrene, etc.) must be kept out of the reach of children or disabled persons since they represent potential sources of danger.
    Location

11. This appliance is NOT suitable to be used or stored near heat sources (open flame, ovens, heaters, stoves, etc.) and/or in an explosive environment (in the presence of flammable substances such as gas, vapour, mist or dust, in atmospheric conditions when, after ignition, the combustion is spread in the air). Items containing these substances should never be placed in the appliance, and never be used to clean the appliance in order to avert the risk of fire or explosion.

12. The appliance should NOT be placed on a surface, or in the vicinity of objects, which can be damaged by heat, such as carpets, curtains, textiles or plastics. DO NOT use the appliance when placed in a closed cabinet. During operation, as heat is transferred away from the appliance, the surface that the appliance is placed upon as well the surface immediately above or adjacent to it may become very hot. There should be at least 10 cm of free space from the back, left & right sides and at least 20 cm from the Upper Cover to allow adequate air circulation. Never put things on top of the Upper Cover. DO NOT locate multiple portable socket outlets or power supplies at the bottom or rear of the appliance. If the appliance is operated on wooden furniture, use a protective pad to prevent damage to delicate finishes.

13. Avoid placing the power cable (and extension cable, if used) on abrasive or sharp surfaces or in positions where it can be damaged easily. Avoid placing heavy objects on the cable. The cable must NOT be placed under carpets, or covered with throw rugs, runners or similar. Arrange the cable away from the high traffic area, and where it will NOT be tripped over. DO NOT pull or carry the appliance by the cable.

14. DO NOT use or store the appliance outdoors. Store and use the appliance only indoors, or in any case, protected from weathering such as rain, direct radiation of the sun and dust.
    Operation

15. If you are using the appliance for the first time, you should:
    a. Clean the interior of the Body, Upper Cover, Stainless Steel Containers & Container Lid with water & detergent with a non-abrasive sponge.
    Rinse all accessories but NOT the Body, under running water. DO NOT use metal scouring pads nor use solvents like paint thinners or acetone. Clean the exterior of the appliance with a slightly damp cloth.
    b. Place and use the appliance upright on a horizontal, stable, dry and heatresistant surface. Damage to the appliance may occur if it is placed on an incline or decline.
    c. (First use)

    • After cleaning (steps a & b above), add 270 ml of water (a mixture containing 1 part vinegar and 3 parts water can also be used) to the Body. Insert the 0.25L Stainless Steel Container into the 1.1L Stainless Steel Container. Place the Upper Cover on top of the Body and lock it on both sides using the Snap Joint

    • Attach the power cable to the Body and then plug the power cable into the wall socket and switch the wall switch ON. Press the Power Button on the Body. The Indicator light will illuminate and heating commences.

    • Once the water starts boiling, wait for 3 minutes, press the Power Button on the Body, switch the wall switch OFF, unplug the power cable from the wall socket and the Body. Wait for the water to cool after boiling. Discard the water and rinse the accessories. Then the appliance is safe to use.
      d. Make sure to remove any label or protective sheet which may prevent its proper functioning.
      DO NOT:

    • cover the appliance during functioning;

    • obstruct totally nor partially the Steam Vents on the Upper Cover;

    • insert objects or body parts inside the protection cover of the appliance;

    • add excess water into the Body;

    • maintain the food (including rice) for more than 3 hours in the appliance as bacteria may start to multiply and the food will also lose its flavor;

    • switch the appliance ON if the Body is dry;

    • heat the Stainless Steel Containers by any other means, e.g. heating directly on a gas stove, as the containers can be deformed as a result;

    • press the Power Button too forcefully

    • leave the appliance unsupervised during operation.

16. During the period of operation, high temperature steam may escape from the container.
    To avoid scalding:
    DO NOT

    • fill the Body with hot water;

    • fill water below 50% & beyond 80% of the maximum volume of the Body;

    • allow all of the water to be boiled away;

    • operate with the Upper Cover exposed or remove the Upper Cover while heating & ensure that the Upper Cover is locked during heating;

    • use the appliance to heat oil or melt butter without any food present;

    • add food with its packaging (plastic wrapper, paper, foil, metal can, etc.) still attached without first removing the packaging;

    • place any container inside the appliance, other than the Upper Cover and Stainless Steel Containers;

    • move the appliance whilst the appliance is in operation. Wait until cooking has completed, the power turned off, then unplug the socket from the wall socket.
      Only after making sure that the Upper Cover is securely locked into the appliance, move the appliance by holding the Handle carefully;

    • touch any part of the appliance except the Power Button and plug, when the appliance is operating. The appliance become exceedingly hot as it operates.
      Do note that the liquids & gases inside the appliance itself would still be very hot during heating, and for some time after the plug has been pulled out of the wall socket;

    • direct steam at any person or animal & one’s hands and face should be angled away from the Steam Vents at all times.

17. During operation, DO NOT touch the appliance with wet body parts, and it is recommended to have between you and the standing surface, an isolating element (for example, wearing shoes with rubber soles).

18. DO NOT soak the Body in water or other liquids, wash it under the tap, or let any liquid flow into the internal casing of the appliance to prevent electric shock. In case of accidental fall in water, DO NOT try to take it out, but first of all unplug immediately the power cable from the socket.

19. Plug and unplug the power cable firmly holding it with dry hands. Always unplug the power cable before filling & emptying the appliance; to avoid overheating; if it is NOT used for a long period and before storing, cleaning or performing any maintenance operation. Prior to the latter, leave to cool for at least 30 minutes.

20. In case of malfunction or anomaly during the functioning such as smoke coming out of the appliance, press the Power button immediately, turn off the power and check the cause of the anomaly, if possible, with the support of a qualified person.

21. This appliance is NOT intended for commercial use but to be used in households and similar applications, such as:

    • Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
    • By clients in dormitories hotels, motels and other residential environments;
    • Bed and breakfast type environments

22. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall NOT play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall NOT be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cable out of reach of children less than 8 years old.

23. Save these instructions.

How to use

Switch the wall switch OFF and unplug the power cable from the wall socket and the appliance when not in use and before filling, emptying and cleaning the appliance.

To Cook Rice (optional : plus other dishes)

Pour adequate amounts of water into the Body.

Measure the desired amount of rice using the measuring cup provided. Add this to a container such a large bowl. Rinse the rice several times until the water in the container becomes relatively clear.

DO NOT rinse the rice using the Stainless Steel Containers supplied. If these are used for rinsing rice, they may be dented and the bottom of the containers may become uneven.

Put the rinsed rice into the 1.1L Stainless Steel Container, add adequate amounts of water into the container and level the rice. Place the container into the Body.

(optional)
Place food into the 0.25L Stainless Steel Container and insert it into the 1.1L Stainless Steel Container. Place the Upper Cover on top of the Body and lock it on both sides using the Snap Joint.

To reheat food
Pour adequate amounts of water into the Body.
Put cooked food into the 1.1L Stainless Steel Container. Place the container into the Body.

(optional)
Place cooked food into the 0.25L Stainless Steel Container and insert it into the 1.1L Stainless Steel Container. Place the Upper Cover on top of the Body and lock it on both sides using the Snap Joint.

To Steam Egg Custard

Pour 100 ml of water into the Body.
Add adequate amounts of water into the 1.1L Stainless Steel Container. Place the container into the Body.
Add a small amount of cooking oil into the 0.25L Stainless Steel Container and spread evenly. Crack the egg(s) into the container and mix evenly. Add appropriate amounts of water and salt and stir in one direction till bubbles appear.
Place the 0.25L Stainless Steel Container into the 1.1L Stainless Steel Container.
Place the Upper Cover on top of Body and lock it on both sides using the Snap Joint.
It takes 15 minutes (one egg) to 20 minutes (two eggs) for the dish to be cooked.

1. Place and use the appliance on a dry, horizontal, stable and heat-resistant surface.
2. Attach the power cable to the appliance and then plug the power cable into the wall socket and press the wall switch ON. The appliance beeps twice and the indicator light flashes.
3. Press the Power Button. Heating commences.
4. Once the water boils away (steam exits through the Steam Vents on the Upper Cover during heating), heating automatically stops. You can also press the Power Button at any time to stop heating.
5. Switch the wall switch off, unplug the power cable from the wall socket, followed by the power cable from the appliance.
6. Wait for a few minutes, then proceed to unlock the Snap Joints, remove the Upper Cover and the food items from the appliance.

Water Volumes and Cooking Times

Cooking Type| Food Portion| Water added to Body (mL)| Water added to Stainless Steel Container (mL)| Cooking duration (mins)
---|---|---|---|---
Cooking Rice| 140 g (2 cups) 1 – 2 pax| 100| 200| 20 – 25
210 g (3 cups) 2 – 3 pax| 180| 270| 30 – 40
Reheating Food| ¾ container| 80| 0| 20 – 25
Steaming Egg Custard| 2 eggs| 100| 0| 10 – 15

How to clean

1. Switch the wall switch OFF and unplug the power cable from the wall socket when not in use and before filling, emptying and cleaning the appliance. Wait for the appliance to cool.

2. Wash the Upper Cover, Stainless Steel Containers, Container Lid and Measuring Cup using water & detergent with a non-abrasive sponge.

3. During cleaning, DO NOT use abrasive scouring pads and DO NOT use detergents or chemicals like benzene, thinner, polishing powder, etc.

4. DO NOT immerse the body of the appliance in water or other liquids, wash it under the tap, or let any liquid flow into the internal casing of the appliance to prevent electric shock. Wipe the exterior of the Body using a soft, damp cloth or sponge.
   Remove stubborn spots with a cloth moistened with mild liquid detergent.

5. The Heating Plate may occasionally have grains of rice or other organic materials stuck to its surface. If left there, contact between the bottom of the 1.1L Stainless Steel Container and the Heating Plate will NOT be evenly distributed. Use fine sandpaper and gently rub down the surface. Use a wet washcloth to remove any remaining food particles.

6. Dry using a soft cloth and allow to air-dry. DO NOT place the appliance under direct sunlight for drying

Descaling
From time to time, boiled scale deposit will naturally form on the Stainless Steel Containers, thus reducing heating efficiency. The frequency of descaling depends on the quality of tap water in your region and the frequency of use of the Containers.

1. Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface. Remove the Upper Cover, Stainless Steel Containers & Container Lid.

2. Pour a mixture containing 1-part vinegar and 3-parts water to about 80% of the height of each Stainless Steel Container, and about 270 ml in the Body.

3. Place the 1.1L Stainless Steel Container into the Body.
   Insert the 0.25L Stainless Steel Container into the 1.1L Stainless Steel Container.
   Place the Upper Cover on top of the Body and lock it on both sides using the Snap Joint.

4. Attach the power cable to the appliance and then plug the power cable into the wall socket and press the wall switch ON. Press the Power Button on the Body.
   The indicator light will illuminate and heating will commence.

5. Let the liquid boil for 10 minutes, then press the Power Button on the Body, switch the wall switch off, unplug the power cable from the wall socket, followed by the power cable from the appliance.

6. Leave the mixture in the appliance overnight, and discard it the next morning.

7. Repeat step 2 – 5 using water instead of the mixture.

8. Wash the Upper Cover & Stainless Steel Containers several times under running water.

9. The descaling is complete and the appliance is ready to be used.

ENVIRONMENTAL TIP

This appliance, along with all other electronic appliances, should, when it is no longer capable of functioning, be disposed with the least possible environmental damage according to the local regulations in your area. In most cases you can discard the appliance at your local recycling centre.

DISPOSAL: Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.

SPECIFICATIONS

WARRANTY

Warranty Conditions

1. This warranty provides against defective materials and manufacturing faults throughout for two years from the date of purchase of the appliance covering the Motor only, subject to correct usage of the appliance. The warranty on the Compressor is 10 years subject to the same conditions as above.
   This warranty also does not cover normal wear and tear, replacement of consumable materials and accessories, and the cost of maintenance of the appliance.

2. This warranty does not cover the repair or replacement of part/s damaged by misuse, accidents, negligence, alterations, or modifications in any way, or repairs done by any repair organisation without the prior consent of PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd.

3. Repair and service are to be performed at: 5 Changi South Lane #03-01 Singapore 486045. A transport fee will be charged for personal doorstep service.

4. The original purchaser of the appliance must furnish proof of purchase to our Service Centre with the email or number as registered during submission of warranty when this appliance is sent for repair/service. Failure to do so may delay the receipt of said repair/service by the customer.

5. Under no circumstances whatsoever shall the serial number be erased, defaced or altered by the customer and/or his representatives, or the dealer and/or his agents. Failure to ensure this shall invalidate the warranty.

6. This warranty is deemed to be void if the defect is cause by the attack of household pests, fire, lightning, natural disasters, pollution, abnormal voltage or the usage of generators.

7. This warranty is valid in Singapore only.

8. This warranty will be honoured subject to the customer’s registration of the warranty inclusive of original invoice or valid purchase receipt. Failure to present these documents will result in denial of service. However, if the customer still requests that the defective appliance be repaired, PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd may, at its discretion, repair the appliance but impose a labour charge, as well as the costs of the replacement parts, to be borne solely by the customer.

9. Please refer to the attached picture for the location of one of our appliance’s serial number, as an example.

Please complete the on-line registration warranty form available on our website. There is no further requirement to send us any hard copy as part of our efforts to save the environment.

In accordance with the terms and conditions of this limited warranty as stated above, PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd, at its expense shall provide free services for the appliance within the warranty period from its date of purchase from our Authorised dealers.

PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd

 sales@powerpac.com.sg
PowerPacSG
 www.powerpac.com.sg
@powerpacsg

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