CaterChef 688085 Rice Cooker User Manual

*RIJSTKOKER
RICE COOKER
Modelnr.: 688.085 USER’S MANUAL
688085 G20NE**

Before starting up, please read this manual carefully in order to ensure the correct and safe installation and usage. Damage caused by not following the instructions of this manual will always invalidate the warranty. MasterChef would like to emphasize that this instruction manual needs to be read carefully before usage and should be stored for later use.

TECNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

MODEL| DIMENSIONS (CM)| VOLTAGE (V)| HERTZ (HZ)| POWER (W)
---|---|---|---|---
688.085| 33,5(H)x39x48| 230| 50/60| 1950

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TYPE PLATE

The type plate (the picture is an example) is located on the back of the device. You are requested not to remove it.
The type plate can for example be used to determine when the item was purchased (view PO) and from which production line (view SN) it originates. This information may be essential with regard to the warranty. t also contains important information such as the voltage and power supply which determines the ability to connect the device safe.

TRANSPORT AND STORAGE:

As long as the products are packed, please make sure you never place them upside down. This could damage the appliance. During transport, the product should be placed carefully. Make sure you prevent any drastic vibration during transport. You should never place or store this product outside or in open air for a longer period of time than a few hours (not even packed). It should be stored in a well-ventilated warehouse without corrosive gasses. When, in case of an emergency, you need to store them temporarily outside, you should take measures to protect them from rain or moisture.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND USAGE ENVIRONMENT:

1. Remove all packaging material and any protective film from the device.
2. This product should be placed in a balanced and well-ventilated spot and its left and right sides should be free from obstacles for more than 10cm. It’s back-side should be free from the obstacles (like a wall etc.) for more than 20cm.
3. During operation, do not place any stuff in front of the appliance to make sure it could be operated at any time needed.
4. Do not place the appliance on a carpet, a tea towel, tablecloth (vinyl) or another surface that cannot withstand high temperatures. This could cause fire hazards.
5. Do never cover the appliance with foil; this could cause overheating and therefore danger.
6. Never plug the power cord into an extension cord or wall outlet to which multiple devices are connected.
7. Never put the plug in the socket with wet hands.
8. When disconnecting the device from the power, never pull from the cord, only the plug.
9.  The power pressure of this equipment should conform to the supply voltage of this product.
10. The user should install a suitable power switch, fuse and leakage protector near to the equipment.
11. Before usage, this equipment must be connected (safe) to a grounded socket.
12. Before starting up, you should check whether the socket you want to use is grounded.
13. Ensure whether all the connections of all the electric elements of the product are firm or not, and whether the safety grounding is reliable or not.
14. When you change the power cable, you should select the same model cable and: it is only allowed to let a professional electrician do this.
15. Never use other parts than the ones which are from MasterChef. MasterChef is not taking any responsibility for damage caused by the use of other (non-related) parts.
16. If you need to (re)connect, repair or maintain the appliance, do not do this by yourself. This is forbidden. This must always be done by a professional electrician.
17.  If there are any abnormal phenomena during usage, you must stop the appliance directly. After checking you can continue to use it as long as it is safe. Do not repair the appliance by yourself. This should always been done by a technical professional.
18.  During operation or cooling down: always keep the appliance out of reach of children. This, is mainly to prevent burn injuries.

DEGREASE:

Before operating for the first time, clean the device with warm water, a wet cloth and a small amount of detergent. Do not rinse the appliance under the tap, this could cause serious damage to the appliance. In addition, make sure that you have dried it properly before you start operating the device.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Never leave the area around the appliance during use. (Use also includes the cooling down period).
2. Never move the appliance during use.
3. Never touch the inner pan during use.
4. The device should only be used for its intended purpose.
5. Cooling down: After usage (and after turning the thermostat back to 0 and turning the switch OFF), the appliance needs to cool down for a minimum time of 30 minutes. To prevent any burning injuries or other danger, do not touch, move or use the appliance during this period of time.
6. After usage, turn off the switch.
7. After usage the electricity needs to be cut from the socket to prevent fire hazards. This to prevent short circuits or danger.
8. When you move the product from its place, always pick it up from the lower side of the appliance. Never pick it up from the upper side (baking tray) to prevent any damage to the appliance.

REGULAR USE

1. Lift the lid. See figure 1
2.  Place the rinsed rice in the saucepan and add water. Never cook more than the stated maximum of 5.4 liters. The desired water ratio may vary depending on the type of rice you use.
3.  Wipe the cooking pan thoroughly and also check that the inner pan and the heating element do not contain food residues, dirt or dust. Also, check this under the heating element.
4. Place the pan in the rice cooker. Check if the inner pan is properly seated on the heating plate.
5. Then smooth the rice.
6. Before use, check that the condensation-drip-lid (with the rubber facing up against the lid) is properly mounted on the screw of the lid. See figure 2.
7. Close the lid. You will now hear or feel a click. If the lid is not properly attached, the device will lock and will not operate.
8. Insert the plug into the socket. Then press the switch down, the cooking indicator light will turn ON and the keep warm indicator light will remain OFF. See figure 3.
9.  When the cooking is finished, the switch automatically pops up. The cooking indicator light will turn OFF and the keep warm indicator light will turn ON. See figure 3.
10. After the end of the cooking cycle, leave the lid closed for another 15 minutes to improve the quality. The rice becomes airier.
11. Use the spatula supplied with the appliance to prevent scratches. See figure 4.
12. There is a condensation tray on the side. This drains the excess moisture from the rice. To remove it, hold the sides and gently pull it off. Align and press to fix it. See figure

PAY ATTENTION!

1. Rinse the rice thoroughly. Rice bran can give cooked rice an unpleasant odor.
2. Provide at least 2 liters of cooked rice.
3. To avoid dry, discolored and unpleasant effects of the cooked rice, you must constantly and perfectly close the lid.
4. Do not leave a rice scoop or other objects in the pan during cooking and the keep-warm cycle.
5. Do not use the keep warm function to reheat leftover rice, this will not improve the quality.
6. Pay attention: Keep your limbs and fingers away from the steam outlet of the lid. This is very dangerous due to the extremely hot temperature. See figure 6.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE:

Step 1: After usage, the device must first be switched OFF, after which you must remove the plug from the socket. Always do this in the order described to prevent short circuit or other possible dangers. Step 2: Clean the parts and the device with warm water, wet cloth and a small amount of cleaning detergent and then dry it thoroughly. Do not use benzine, thinner, scouring brush or polishing powder to clean the device.

• Pay attention! Do not rinse the device with water (don’t wash it by using the tap). This could cause damage to the device and could therefore lead to dangerous situations; • Never clean the device with a stainless steel brush. This causes scratches and damage to the device;
• Use a vacuum cleaner to (gently) remove dirt and debris from the air ventilation grille;
• Always store the appliance inside and keep it dry;
• Before maintaining the appliance, always make sure you have removed the plug from the socket.

If the appliance does not work or is damaged, check the following:

1. Whether the plug is in the socket;
2. Whether the plug and/or the cord is damaged.
   If it is nr. 2 or if another problem occurs, contact your local dealer or authorized service technician.
   According to the Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive, WEEE should be separately collected and treated. If at any time in future you need to dispose of this product please do NOT dispose of this product with household waste. Please send this product to WEEE collecting points where available.

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