PowerPac PPRC113 1.2L Electric Lunch Box User Manual

MODEL: PPRC113

THIS IS HOME TRULY

This appliance is borne out of our company’s Research & Development into making safe, easy to operate, and reliable lunch boxes. The food placed in the lunch box is heated by steam, which seals in the nutrients and prevents contamination by microorganisms from outside sources. Food is also kept separately in different containers, which prevents ingredients from mixing.
Electric Lunch Box PPRC113 possesses the following features: a removable power cable for convenience; a powerful heating plate to accelerate the heating process; and a food-grade Stainless Steel Dish & Inner Pot. It cooks, steams, and reheats food. Its safety features include an auto Warm function that automatically changes from “COOK” to “WARM” when the cooking time has expired and an anti-dry power-off function. It is light and uses less electricity due to its high energy efficiency, and serves to ensure your food is safe for consumption for many years to come.

Parts & Description

Warnings s
ATTENTION : 

Read this booklet carefully as it contains important instructions for 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. The appliance is designed for cooking food (including rice), steaming, and reheating food only. Put only water into the Heating Base and Inner Pot. DO NOT put other liquids into it. Different liquids have different boiling points, with volatile liquids having boiling points lower than 100ºC, the boiling point of water.

3. The appliance is designed for cooking rice and heating water only. DO NOT cook any other food other than rice. DO NOT put other liquids into it. Different liquids
   have different boiling points, with volatile liquids having boiling points lower than 100ºC, 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 or its 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. DO NOT power the appliance using multiple sockets. If possible, 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 according to the electrical parameters of the adapters.

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. Top Lid, Transparent Cover, Stainless Steel Dish, Inner Pot) provided by the manufacturer. Any non-original component or accessory NOT recommended by the manufacturer (including, but not limited to, Lids, Covers, Dishes or Inner Pots 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 or plastics. DO NOT locate multiple portable socket outlets or power supplies at the bottom or rear of the appliance. When using the appliance, the surface that the appliance is placed upon as well as the surface immediately above (e.g. a wooden cabinet above the appliance), may become very hot. If the appliance is operated on wooden furniture, use a protective pad to prevent damage to delicate finishes.

13. Place the appliance at a proper distance from the objects or surrounding walls making sure that its functioning will NOT cause accidental damages. There should be at least 10 cm of free space from the back, left & right sides, and the top of the appliance. Never put things on top of the Top Lid.

14. Avoid placing the power cable on abrasive or sharp surfaces or in positions where it can be damaged easily. 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.

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

16. If you are using the appliance for the first time, you should:
    a. Clean the exterior of the appliance with water & detergent with a damp cloth. DO NOT use metal scouring pads.
    b. Place and use the appliance upright on a horizontal, stable, dry, and heat- resistant surface. Damage to the appliance may occur if it is placed on an incline or declined.
    c. (First use)
    • Unlock the Clips. Remove the Top Lid and disassemble the components: Transparent Cover, Stainless Steel Dish & Stainless Steel Inner Pot.
    • Add water (a mixture containing 1 part vinegar and 3 parts water can also be used) to about 50% of the height of the Inner Pot, and put the pot onto the Heating Base.
    • Carefully add water into the space between the Heating Base and the Inner Pot, but do not let the water overflow.
    • Place the Stainless Steel Dish on top of the Inner Pot and cover the Dish with the Transparent Cover.
    • Attach the Top Lid to the Heating Base, and secure it using the clips at the side of the Top Lid. DO NOT open the Lid during heating.
    • Attach the power cable to the appliance and then plug the power cable into the electric mains and switch it on. Press the ON/OFF button on the Control Panel. A red indicator light will illuminate the Control Panel and heating commences.
    • Once the water starts boiling, wait for 3 minutes, switch off the appliance, and unplug the power cable from the electric mains, followed by the appliance. Wait for the water to cool after boiling. Discard the water.
    Then the appliance is safe to use.
    d. (Subsequent uses)
    • Place food into the Inner Pot and place the Inner Pot on the Heating Base.
    • Carefully add water into the space between the Heating Base and the Inner Pot. (optional: Place the Stainless Steel Dish containing food to be steamed on top of the Inner Pot.)
    • Cover the Dish/Inner Pot with the Cover; lock the Top Lid to the Heating Base using the clips.
    • Switch on the appliance and press the ON/OFF button on the Control Panel.
    • When the food is cooked, the ‘COOK’ Indicator light will be replaced by the ‘WARM’ Indicator light. Switch off the appliance, unplug the power cable from the electric mains, followed from the appliance. Unlock the Clips. Take the food out.
    Make sure to remove any label or protective sheet which may prevent its proper functioning.
    DO NOT:
    • cover the appliance during functioning;
    • obstruct totally or partially the Lid;
    • insert objects or body parts inside the protective cover of the appliance;
    • add excess water in the Dish, Inner Pot or Heating Base;
    • maintain the food (including rice) for more than 12 hours in the appliance, even in the “WARM” mode as bacteria may start to multiply and the food will also, lose its flavor;
    • switch the appliance on if the pot is dry – however, should the Inner Pot be found empty during operation, immediately unplug the power cable and add water to avoid dry boil;
    • heat the Inner Pot by any other means, e.g. heating directly on a gas stove, as the pot can be deformed as a result;
    • leave the appliance unsupervised during operation.

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. During the period of operation, high-temperature steam may escape from the container. To avoid scalding:
    DO NOT
    • fill the pot with hot water;
    • fill water below 50% & beyond 80% of the maximum volume of the Inner Pot;
    • allow all of the water to be boiled away;
    • remove the Top Lid while heating & ensure that the Top Lid is tightly closed 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 Transparent Cover, Dish, and Inner Pot;
    • move the appliance whilst the appliance is in operation. Wait until cooking has completed, the power turned off, then unplug the socket from the electric mains. Only after making sure that the Top Lid is securely locked into the
    appliance, move the appliance by holding the Handle carefully;
    • touch any part of the appliance except the ON/OFF button during “COOK” and “WARM” modes, and just after, the appliance being switched off;
    • direct steam at any person or animal & one’s hands and face should be angled away from the Top Lid at all times.

19. DO NOT soak the Heating Base 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 an accidental fall in the water, DO NOT try to take it out, but first of all, unplug immediately the power cable from the socket.

20. Plug and unplug the power cable firmly holding it with dry hands. Always unplug the power cable to avoid overheating and avoid stretching it (DO NOT pull it, tug it or use it to drag the appliance to which is connected). Before unplugging the appliance, press the ON/OFF button on the Control Panel.

21. Always remember to unplug the power cable of the appliance if it is NOT used for a long period, before storing, cleaning, or performing any maintenance operation.

22. In case of malfunction or anomaly during the functioning, switch off the appliance immediately, turn off the power and check the cause of the anomaly, if possible, with the support of a qualified person.

23. If smoke is observed coming out of the appliance, unplug the power cable immediately.

24.  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;
    • Dormitories;
    • By clients in hotels, motels, and other residential environments;
    • Bed and breakfast type environment.

25. This appliance can be used by children aged 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 the 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.

26. Save these instructions.

How to use

To Cook Rice
Measure the desired amount of rice. Add this to a container such as a large bowl or pot.

1. Important Notice
   This is NOT the Inner Pot
   It is an ordinary container used to rinse the raw rice
   Rinse the rice several times until the water in the container becomes relatively clear.
   DO NOT rinse the rice using the Inner Pot supplied. If the pot is used for rinsing rice, the pot may be dented and the bottom of the pot may become uneven. Place and use the appliance on a dry, horizontal, stable, and heat- resistant surface. Put the rinsed rice into the Inner Pot, add adequate amounts of water, and level the rice. Put the Inner Pot onto the Heating Base.

2. Other dishes: Put the food items into the Inner Pot and put the Inner Pot inside the Heating Base.

3. Carefully add water into the space between the Heating Base and the Inner Pot,  but do not let the water overflow. (optional: Place the Stainless Steel Dish containingfood to be steamed on top of the Inner Pot.)

4. Cover the Dish (or Inner Pot if the Dish is absent) with the Transparent Cover, attach the Top Lid to the Heating Base and secure it using the clips at the side of the Top Lid. DO NOT open the Top Lid during the cooking of the rice.

5. Attach the power cable to the appliance and then plug the power cable into the electric mains and press the ON/OFF button on the Control Panel. A red indicator light will illuminate the Control Panel and the heating will commence.

6. Once the contents are cooked, it automatically enters the “WARM” mode. Simultaneously, the Cook Indicator light will be replaced by the Warm Indicator light.
   Rice: Keep the rice warm after cooking and let it steam for 15 minutes. This will ensure that the rice is fluffy. Congee or soup: Switch the appliance off to avoid the congee or soup turning into a paste.

7. DO NOT maintain rice for more than 12 hours (or food for more than 4) in the appliance, even in the “WARM” mode as bacteria may start to multiply and the rice/food will also lose its flavor.

8. Switch the electric mains off, unplug the power cable from the electric mains, followed by the power cable from the appliance. Wait for the water to cool after boiling. Scoop the food out.

How to clean

1. Switch off the appliance and unplug the socket from the electric mains when not in use and before filling, emptying, and cleaning the appliance. Allow sufficient time for the appliance to cool.
2. Wash the Top Lid, Transparent Cover, Stainless Steel Dish and Stainless Steel Inner Pot using water & detergent with a non-abrasive sponge. Dry using a soft cloth and allow to air-dry.
3. Wipe the exterior of the appliance using a soft, damp cloth or sponge. Remove stubborn spots with a cloth moistened with mild liquid detergent.
4. During cleaning, DO NOT use abrasive scouring pads and DO NOT use detergents or chemicals like benzene, thinner, polishing powder, etc.
5. 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.
6. 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 pot 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.

Descaling
From time to time, boiled scale deposits will naturally form on the Stainless Steel Dish and Stainless Steel Inner Pot, 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 appliance.

1. Place the appliance on a flat, dry surface. Remove the Top Lid and disassemble the components: Transparent Cover, Stainless Steel Dish & Stainless Steel Inner Pot.
2. Add a mixture containing 1 part vinegar and 3 parts water to about 80% of the height of the Inner Pot, and put the pot onto the Heating Base.
3. Carefully add water into the space between the Heating Base and the Inner Pot, but do not let the water overflow.
4. Place the Stainless Steel Dish on top of the Inner Pot and cover the Dish with the Transparent Cover.
5. Attach the Top Lid to the Heating Base, and secure it using the clips at the side of the Top Lid.
6. Attach the power cable to the appliance and then plug the power cable into the electric mains and press the ON/OFF button on the Control Panel. A red indicator light will illuminate the Control Panel and the heating commences.
7. Let the liquid boil for several minutes and then press the ON/OFF button, unplug the power cable from the electric mains, followed by the power cable from the appliance.
8. Leave the mixture in the appliance overnight, and discard it the next morning.
9. Wash the Top Lid, Transparent Cover, Stainless Steel Dish, and Stainless Steel Inner Pot several times under running water.
10. The descaling is complete and the appliance is ready to be used.

PROBLEM SOLVING

The Heating Plate is NOT hot.
Indicator light on appliance DOES NOT illuminate.| The appliance is NOT plugged in.| Plug the appliance into the electric mains and switch it on. Press the Selector button downwards.
Household power circuit has blown.| Check the household circuit breaker for any tripped wires. Call for a qualified electrician.
Fuse on the appliance has blown.| Send the appliance to the authorized service center for checks.
The Heating Plate is NOT hot.
Indicator light on appliance illuminates.| Wires connecting the Heating Plate are loosened.| Send the appliance to the authorized service center for checks.
Electric Thermal-tube is burnt out.
The Heating Plate is hot, but either the rice fails to cook properly or the duration to properly cook the rice is too long
Indicator light on appliance illuminates.| The duration of cooking is insufficient.| Lengthen the duration of cooking in proportion to the amount of rice being cooked.
Grains of rice or other organic materials stuck to the surface of the Heating Plate.| Use fine sandpaper and gently rub down the surface. Use a wet washcloth to remove any remaining food particles
The Inner Pot or Heating Plate is deformed.| Send the appliance to the authorized service center for replacement.
The Inner Pot contains an insufficient amount of water.| Refill the Inner Pot with water.
The Heating Plate is fairly hot, but the rice fails to cook properly. Indicator light on the appliance illuminates intermittently.| Switch on the appliance is damaged.| Send the appliance to the authorized service center for checks.
The Heating Plate is hot, but the rice turns brown on cooling.| Thermostat has malfunctioned.| Send the appliance to the authorized service center for checks.
Send the appliance to the authorized service center for checks.
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DOES NOT warm automatically.
The Heating Plate is hot but the Indicator light on the appliance DOES NOT illuminate.| Indicator Light on the appliance is damaged.| **** Send the appliance to the service center for checks.

ENVIRONMENTAL TIP

This appliance, along with all other electronic appliances, should, when it is no longer capable of functioning, be disposed of 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 center.
DISPOSAL: Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.

SPECIFICATION

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WARRANTY

Warranty Conditions

1. This warranty provides against defective materials and manufacturing faults throughout the period of warranty from the date of purchase of the appliance.
2. This warranty also does not cover normal wear and tear, replacement of consumable materials and accessories, and the cost of maintenance of the appliance.
3. 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 organization without the prior consent of PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. This warranty is deemed to be void if the defect is caused by the attack of household pests, fire, lightning, natural disasters, pollution, abnormal voltage, or the usage of generators.
8. This warranty is valid in Singapore only.
9. This warranty will be honored subject to the customer’s registration of the warranty inclusive of the 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 labor charge, as well as the costs of the replacement parts, to be borne solely by the customer.
10. Please refer to the attached picture for the location of one of our appliance’s serial numbers, as an example.
    Please complete the online 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 below, 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.

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