Panasonic SR-HBA101 Rice Cooker Instruction Manual

Hole in the Inner Lid
Inner Pan

O Do not move the appliance while cooking.
(Steam may leak or cooking contents may jet out, causing a burn or injury.)

O Do not spill water or other liquid on the connector such as the instrument plug.
(It may cause an electric shock, or fire caused by short circuit.)

O Do not let anyone lick the instrument plug.
·OPay extra attention to infants. (It may cause an electric shock or injury.)

O This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
(It may cause a burn, injury or electric shock.)
O Use only a power outlet rated at 10 Amperes and alternating electric current at 220 Volts.
(Plugging other devices into the same outlet may cause electric overheating, which may cause a fire.) ·OUse only an extended cord rated at 10 Amperes at least.
O Insert the instrument plug and the power plug completely.
(It may cause smoking, a fire or electric shock.)
O Clean the power plug regularly.
( ) A soiled power plug may cause insufficient insulation due to the moisture, and dust is accumulated, which may cause a fire. «OUnplug the power plug, and wipe with a dry cloth.

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Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions Please make sure to follow these instructions

WARNING

O Close the Outer Lid slowly and firmly until it clicks.
( ) To prevent a burn or injury by steam leaking or the Outer Lid opening
·OTo ensure that the Outer Lid can be closed, remove foreign objects such as rice grains on the Clear Frame, Packing of the Inner Lid, inner surface of the Outer Lid, brim of the Inner Pan, or around the Steam Cap.

Packing of the Inner Lid
Clear Frame

Inner surface of the Outer Lid
Brim of the Inner Pan

O Keep the power cord out of reach of children.
·ODo not let the power cord hang over the edge of the table or countertop. (Pulling on the power cord may result in the appliance falling from the table or countertop, causing an injury.)

O Always keep children away from the appliance.
(It may cause a burn, injury or electric shock.) ·OChildren are unaware of the dangers that can result from improper use of electrical
appliances.

O Be careful not to trip over or become entangled with the power cord while in use.
(Otherwise it may result in an injury, or the damaged power cord causing a fire or electric shock.)
O Use a power outlet which includes an earth.
·OThe power plug of this appliance is designed for a power outlet with an earth.
( ) Use of a power outlet without an earth may result in a malfunction or electric shock due to electrical leakage.
O Stop using the appliance immediately and unplug when abnormality or breakdown occurs.
(It may cause smoking, a fire or electric shock.) Example of abnormality or breakdown: ·OThe power plug and power cord become abnormally hot. ·OThe power cord is damaged or power failure occurs when the power cord is touched. ·OThe main body is deformed or is abnormally hot. ·OSmoke emanates from the main body or a burning odour is detected. ·OThe main body is cracked, loose, or rattles. ·OThe fan in the bottom does not rotate while cooking. «OPlease contact an authorised dealer for inspection or repair immediately.
CAUTION
O Do not expose the power plug to steam.
·ODo not expose the power plug to steam when it is plugged in. (It may cause an electric shock, or fire caused by short circuit.) «OWhen using a cabinet with sliding table, use the appliance where the power plug cannot
be exposed to steam.
O Do not use a deformed Inner Pan or an unspecified pan.
(It may cause a burn or injury due to overheat or malfunction.)
O Do not touch heating elements while the appliance is in use or after cooking.
·OThe Steam Cap, Inner Lid, metal parts such as the Clear Frame, and Inner Pan. (It may cause a burn.) «OUse a dry cloth or oven mitts when removing the Inner Pan while it is hot.
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CAUTION

O Do not touch the Hook Button while moving the appliance.
(It may cause the Outer Lid to open, resulting in a burn.)

O Do not use the appliance in following places.

Hook Button

·OPlaces where it may be splashed with water or near a heat source

(It may cause an electric shock, electrical leakage or fire.)

·OOn uneven surfaces or non-heat-resistant carpet

(It may cause an injury, burn or fire.)

·ONear a wall or furniture

(It may cause discolouration, deformation or damage.)

«OOpen the Outer Lid in an area away from surrounding objects such as the wall or furniture.

·OOn aluminium sheet or electronic carpet

(Aluminium materials may generate heat and cause smoke or a fire.)

O Do not turn on the appliance without rice and water inside.
(It may cause a burn.)

O Do not use the cord set (an instrument plug and power plug) that is not specified for use with this appliance. Also do not divert it.
(It may cause an electric shock, electrical leakage or fire.)

O Do not use a dishwasher/dryer.
(It may cause the brim of the Inner Pan to corrode with a wash-up liquid, resulting in an injury.)

O Be sure to hold the power plug or instrument plug when unplugging the power plug

or instrument plug.

(Otherwise it may cause an electric shock, or fire due to short circuit.)

O Always switch off and unplug the appliance from the power outlet when it is not in

use or before removing the Inner Pan.
( ) Otherwise it may cause a burn, injury, or electric shock or fire caused by short circuit due to the insulation deterioration.

O Unplug and allow the appliance to cool down fully before cleaning and storing it.
·ODo not move the appliance while it is hot. (Touching hot elements may cause a burn.)

O If using the appliance on a kitchen shelf and so forth, ensure that the steam is not

confined within a closed space.
(It may cause discolouration or deformation.) ·OIf using a slide-out shelf, pull the shelf out fully to ensure that the shelf above is not exposed to steam.

O If using the appliance on a slide-out table and the like, ensure that the shelf is

capable of supporting 10 kg or more for the 1.0 L model, or 13 kg or more for the

1.8 L model.
(It may cause a burn or injury due to the appliance falling.)

O Hold the Handle when moving the appliance.
(Otherwise it may cause a burn or injury.)

Handle

O Please consult a doctor if you are using an implanted pacemaker.
·OThe operation of this appliance may affect your pacemaker.

If the power supply stops during use

Including if the power plug is removed, or the power circuit breaker is tripped during use. OOIf the power supply is interrupted, the Warm Jar will return to the state it was in before interruption. OOIf the power supply stops for a long period of time, the Warm Jar will return to the following state when power resumes.

Cooking: Continues cooking.

Keeping warm: Continues keeping the rice warm.

The rice may be cooked in an unsatisfactory way.

*It will start cooking immediately if the set time of the timer has elapsed. The rice may not be cooked by the set time.

For further details on “Timer Setting Restriction”, see P. 26.

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Safety Precautions

General Precautions

To keep the product in good condition over the long term, please observe the following.

About the Warm Jar

QODo not use the Warm Jar on an IH hob.
(Doing so may damage the Warm Jar or hob.) QODo not use in a location exposed to direct sunlight.
(Doing so may result in discolouration.) QODo not use in a location (on a carpet, plastic bag,
aluminium foil, fabric, etc.) where the bottom of the Warm Jar (the Intake and Exhaust Vents) is restricted.
(Doing so may damage the Warm Jar.) QOPeriodically check the Intake and Exhaust Vents at
the bottom of the Warm Jar and then remove any dust and so forth. (P. 19)
QODo not cover the top of the Warm Jar when it is in use. OODishcloths and the like
( ) Steam may be confined near the Warm Jar, and cause the Outer Lid or buttons to deform or stop operating. QODo not use the Warm Jar outdoors.
(An unstable power supply may cause a malfunction.)

QODo not use the Warm Jar with foreign objects such as rice grains or other dirt stuck to it.
( ) Doing so may result in an error indication being displayed, and the rice being burnt. The Outer Lid may not be opened.

Bottom

Lid Sensor

Brim

Pan Sensor

(Inner Pan)

Inner Pan Support Rubber (3 places)

QODo not place the Warm Jar near devices vulnerable

to magnetic fields. OORadios, televisions, hearing aids, etc.

(Noise may be heard or volume levels reduced.) OOIC cards, bank cards, etc.

(Records held on the card may be lost or damaged.)

QODo not bring magnets close to the Warm Jar.

(Doing so may result in a malfunction.)

QOThe Warm Jar is not intended to be operated by

means of an external timer or separate remote-

control system.

About the Inner Pan

QODo not use the Inner Pan except in the Warm Jar. OODo not use on a gas hob, IH hob, or
in a microwave.

QODo not strike against hard objects.
( ) Doing so may scratch or dent the outer surface.

QOObserve the following to prevent peeling or scratching of the inner coating.

During preparation
OODo not use a whisk or other tool when washing the rice.

When cleaning (P. 18-19)
OODo not use as a washing-up bowl. Do not put spoons or other cutlery into the Inner Pan.

OODo not allow a metal strainer and the like to contact the inner coating.
When rice is cooked
OODo not mix salt or sprinkle and so forth with the rice while it is in the Inner Pan.
OODo not mix vinegar with the rice while it is in the Inner Pan (e.g. for sushi).
OODo not use a metal ladle (e.g. for congee).
OODo not tap or hit the Inner Pan (e.g. when serving).

OOAfter cooking with seasoning, do not leave the food in the Inner Pan. «After cooking casserole rice and the like, take it out from the Inner Pan as soon as possible and wash the Inner Pan.
OODo not use a dish dryer or dishwasher/dryer.
OOAfter washing, do not leave on other crockery to dry.
OODo not wash or scrub with an abrasive, a metal scourer, a nylon scourer, etc. « Wash using a soft sponge.
Do not wash using the scouring pad.

Note
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OOThe following do not affect performance or human health. [Outer surface] Shallow scratches, small dents or bumps [Inner surface] Peeling of inner coating A new Inner Pan can be purchased if the Inner Pan is deformed or you are concerned about the condition of the Inner Pan.

Part Names/Accessories

QOBefore using the Warm Jar for the first time, please wash the accessories, Inner Pan, Inner Lid and Steam Cap. (P. 18)

Lid Sensor

Inner Lid

OOThe Outer Lid cannot be closed if the Inner Lid has not been attached.

Inner Lid Release Lever

Outer Lid

Steam Cap (Taste Catcher) Display

Inner Pan

Handle

Hook Button OOPress the Hook Button to
open the Outer Lid.
Accessories

Inner Pan Support Rubber (3 places) Pan Sensor
Clear Frame

Power Plug
Power Cord Instrument Plug
Cord Set

Attaching the Rice Scoop Holder
Attach the Rice Scoop Holder to the dedicated part of the Handle. Insert the Rice Scoop.

Measuring Cup (1) Steaming Basket (1) Rice Scoop Holder (1) (Approx. 180 mL) OOFor all kinds of rice

Rice Scoop (1)

Ladle (1)

OOIt can be attached to the left or right side.

Note

OOAs an aid for the visually impaired, the “Start” and “Cancel/Off” buttons have raised parts ” ” and ”

“.

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Part Names/Accessories

General Precautions

Cooking Rice
Washing the rice and adding water

Setting up

Cooking

Cooking Rice

1 Measure the rice OOMeasure by levelling off in the supplied measuring cup. (Approx. 180 mL / cup)
2 Wash the rice First, add plenty of water, stir, and throw away the water immediately. Repeat this process 2 to 5 times, stirring gently to wash the rice. ( ) It is acceptable if the cooking water is slightly cloudy. Put the washed rice in the Inner Pan. (The rice can be washed in the Inner Pan.)
Precaution OODo not leave the rice in a strainer.
( ) The rice grains may break, causing the rice to stick or burn when cooked.

3 Add water OOAdd water up to the mark (Water Level) for the desired cooking program. (P. 10) ( ) Ensure that the Inner Pan is on a level surface and check the marks on both sides.
OOAdd the correct amount of water for the number of cups of rice. Adjust water by adding or reducing approximately 1 to 2 mm from the Water Level according to your preference.
( ) Adding too much water may cause liquid to spill out, increase the cooking time or adversely affect the flavour of the rice. ·OUse a little less water than indicated for new-
crop rice. ·OUse a little less water than indicated for harder
rice and a little more than indicated for softer rice. OOEnsure the rice is leveled. OOSoaking the rice is not required.
( ) When the “Start” button is pressed, the water will be absorbed automatically.

When using the “Jasmine/Delicious” program with 3 cups of rice

4 Set the Inner Pan leveled (Check that it is not tilted)
OOWipe off water and the like on the outside of the Inner Pan.

6 Insert the Power Plug OOPlease connect the Instrument Plug to the body first and then insert the Power Plug. Make sure that both
plugs are firmly connected.

5 Close the Outer Lid OOCheck that the Inner Lid and Steam Cap are set in place. (P. 18-19)

7 Check the program and press the “Start” button.
By default, the program is set as “Jasmin/Delicious” at the time of purchase. When changing it. (P. 11)

Press

.

Cooking starts.
OOThe steaming stage is finished when the buzzer sounds after cooking. Loosen the rice immediately. (To allow excess moisture to evaporate)
OOAutomatically switches to the keep warm function. (P. 13)

Three rules
for delicious rice
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The illustration of the Inner Pan is the 1.0 L model.

Measure water and rice correctly.

Wash the rice gently. Washing the rice hard may result in the grain to split, causing the rice to stick or burn.

Use suitable water. We recommend to use tap water or filtered tap water.
OOUse of alkaline water (pH higher than 9) may result in sticky or yellow- coloured rice.
OOUse of hard mineral water (hardness of 100 or above) may result in dry or hard rice.

Things to look out!
OOIf possible, choose recently processed rice.
OOAfter opening a bag of rice, use it promptly.
OOKeep rice in the fridge.
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Using the Programs Correctly

Program

Rice Select

Menu Select

Water Level Cooking time

of Inner Pan

(approx.)

Cook rice with increased resistant starch*1

Healthy

White Rice
( ) Jasmine Rice / Pearl Rice

50 min

Best flavour

( ) Delicious
This is the default setting.

White Rice Jasmine Rice /
Pearl Rice

50 min

Regular cooking

Regular

White Rice
( ) Jasmine Rice / Pearl Rice

37 min

Quick cooking
Cook small amount

Jasmine Pearl

Quick
Rice will be slightly harder. You can soften the rice by soaking it before cooking.

White Rice
( ) Jasmine Rice / Pearl Rice

1-2Person

White Rice

( ) 1.0 L model (0.5 to 1.5 cups) Jasmine Rice /

1.8 L model (1 to 2.5 cups)

Pearl Rice

19 ­ 30 min 50 min

Cook sushi rice

Sushi

White Rice
( ) Jasmine Rice / Pearl Rice Reduce water P. 16

47 min

Cook congee

Congee
1.0 L model (0.5 to 0.75 cup) 1.8 L model (0.5 to 1.5 cups)

Congee

Setting time 1 ­ 4 h

Cook casserole rice

Casserole

White Rice
( ) Jasmine Rice / Pearl Rice

45 ­ 60 min

Cook brown rice

Jasmine Brown Pearl Brown

No selection available

Brown Rice
( ) Jasmine Rice / Pearl Rice

1 h 40 min ­ 1 h 55 min

Cook rice with grains added

Jasmine Grains Pearl Grains

No selection available

White Rice*2
( ) Jasmine Rice / Pearl Rice

50 min

Bake a cake Steam

Cake
–*3
Steam

—

Setting time 40 ­ 60 min

—

Setting time 1 ­ 60 min

1 Resistant starch increases 38 % when the rice is cooked by the “Healthy” of SR-HBA101 model compared to the rice cooked by the “Regular” of SR-HB104 model. (Cooking conditions: For SR-HBA101, 3 cups of pearl rice with water at the Water Level of Pearl Rice 3, and for SR-HB104, 3 cups of pearl rice with water 65 mL reduced from the Water Level of White Rice 3.)
2 Adjust the amount of water according to the type of grain and your taste. *3 The indication can be any.
OOThere are two water levels for White Rice and Brown Rice: “Jasmine Rice” and “Pearl Rice”. Select the correct water level to suit the type of rice to be cooked.
OOThe actual cooking time may vary depending on the amount of rice, amount of water, voltage, temperature, water temperature and quality of rice.
OOThe cooking time for the “Casserole” or “Grains” program may vary depending on the ingredients used.

OODo not mix brown and white rice. (Rice will not be cooked properly.)
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Using Different Programs

OOFor the “Cake” and “Steam” programs (P. 12)

1 Select a type of rice

Press

.

The indication is selected when it is flashing.

For “Jasmine” and “Pearl”

2 Select a menu

Press

and set ” ” to a menu.

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OOTo cancel the operation

3
OOTo set the cooking time when selecting the “Congee” program in step 2

OOWhen the “Congee” program is selected, set the cooking time.

Press

.

Timer setting range 1 ­ 4 h

Unit 30 min

3 Press the “Start” button Flashing

Press

.

Do I have to select a program every time?
OOThe last program you used to cook is stored except the “Cake” and “Steam” programs.

Cooking starts.
OOThe steaming stage is finished when the buzzer sounds after cooking. Loosen the rice immediately. (To allow excess moisture to evaporate)
OOAutomatically switches to the keep warm function. (P. 13)
OOTo cook congee continuously, leave the Outer Lid opened and allow to cool the Warm Jar without the Inner Pan for 5 minutes or more.

Notes OO”Clean” will be displayed after “Menu Select” button has been pressed through a cycle. OOThe beeping sound is changed to “beep-beep” to make it easier to distinguish the reference point. (e.g. When the
“Menu Select” button is selecting “Delicious”) OOThe display changes according to the selected cooking program. For the “Brown”, “Grains”, “Quick” and “Casserole”
programs, the Warm Jar will display the current time until approximately 10 minutes before the rice is ready. It will then switch to show the time until the rice is ready.
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Using Different Programs

Using the Programs Correctly

Cooking

Cake/Steam

1 Select a cooking menu

Press

, set ” ” to a cooking menu.

1 OOTo redo the operation

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Flashing

To bake a cake : “Cake”

To steam

: “Steam”

2 Set the cooking time

Press

.

Menu Cake Steam

Timer setting range 40 ­ 60 min 1 ­ 60 min

Unit 1 min 1 min

*Countdown of the steam setting time begins when the Warm Jar starts releasing steam.

Note Available capacity

Menu Cake Steam

Model

1.0 L

1.8 L

Dough Max 600 g

Dough Max 900 g

Quantity of water Quantity of water

500 mL

600 mL

How to use the Steaming Basket

Steaming Basket

3 Press the “Start” button Flashing

Press

.

Cooking starts.

OOWhen cooking is finished, the Warm Jar automatically switches to the keep warm
function, so please turn off the Warm Jar.

Press

.

Water
Precautions When steaming… OOPlease do not block the hole in the Inner Lid with
ingredients.
After cooking… OODo not use the keep warm function.
(It may cause odour, rot or rusting the Inner Lid.) OOThe inner surface of the Outer Lid and vicinity of the
Inner Pan will be hot, so please be careful when taking the cooked food out. OOWhen the Outer Lid is opened, water droplets may drop from the Inner Lid onto the Clear Frame. Wipe these off with a well-wrung cloth. OOMake sure to wash the Inner Lid and Steam Cap. Wipe the inner surface of the Outer Lid, attaching place of the Steam Cap, and Packing. When cooking recipes using a lot of meat, the fats and proteins of the meat can contaminate the Inner Lid and inner surface of the Outer Lid. (It may cause odour, rot or rusting the Inner Lid.)

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Keeping Warm

Keep Warm (Automatic)
OOOnce cooking is finished, all programs switch automatically to the keep warm function. (Please loosen the rice immediately.)

OOTo turn off the keep warm function Press and then remove the Power Plug.
OOTo reheat from the keep warm state OOTo return to the keep warm state

OOHealthy OOQuick

OODelicious OO1-2Person

OORegular OOSushi

These programs will switch automatically to the keep warm function, but it is not recommended.

OOCongee If congee is kept warm, it may become very sticky.

OOCasserole Use of the keep warm function can also cause the Inner Lid to rust, and adversely affect the flavour of the rice.

OOBrown

OOGrains

Flavour can be adversely affected.

OOCake

OOSteam

It may cause odour, rot or rusting the Inner Lid.

Precautions OODo not use the keep warm function for more than 12 hours.
(To prevent odour or rice from becoming yellow or dry) OODo not cancel the keep warm function or remove the Power Plug while leaving the rice in the Warm Jar.
(To prevent odour and condensation) OODo not use the keep warm function with the Rice Scoop in.
(To prevent odour)

Notes OOA keep warm time of up to 23 hours is displayed in 1 hour units (“0” is displayed for times of less than 1 hour).
The keep warm function will continue for more than 24 hours, however the display will switch to the current time. OOIf the Power Plug is removed without pressing the “Cancel/Off” button, it will return to the keep warm function the
next time the Power Plug is connected.

Reheat (manual)
OORice is heated to high temperature from the keep warm state.

1 In the keep warm state Loosen the rice

2 Press the “Reheat / Keep Warm” button Lighting

Press

.

Notes
OOReheat cannot be used in the following situations. ·OWhen the rice is cold (buzzer sounds 4 times) ·OWhen the keep warm function is not in use
OOReheating two or more times will adversely affect the flavour of the rice.

Flashing (Approx. 5-7 min)

Reheat starts.

OOWhen the buzzer sounds, loosen the rice immediately. The rice is now ready to be served.
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Keeping Warm

Cooking

Using the Timer

Timer

OOTwo timers can be set. (These are stored until changed.) You may find it convenient to store often used timer setting, such as “Timer 1” for breakfast and “Timer 2” for
evening meal.

3 OOTo redo the operation
OOTo cancel the setting

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Example: Setting to 7:30 a.m.
1 Check that the current time is correct OOIf the time is incorrect, set it by following the procedure on the right.

2 Check the program (Set to desired program. Step 1-2 on P. 11) OOWhen using the timer for the “Congee” program,
set the cooking time first and then press the “Timer 12” button.

When the current time is incorrect
OOThe time is displayed in 24-hour clock format.
1 Insert the Power Plug

3 Select “Timer 1” or “Timer 2”

Press

.

2 Hold down

or

for

1 second or more

OOEach press of the button changes the selection.

Flashing

4 Set the time at which the rice is to be ready

Press

.

OOThe time can be set by 10 minutes.
OOHold down to cycle through time faster.

Flashing

5 Press the “Start” button Flashing

OORelease your finger when you hear a “beep”.

Flashing

3 Set the time

Press

.

OOThe time can be set by 1 minute.
OOHold down to cycle through time faster.

When the flashing stops, the time is set.

OOThe time cannot be set while cooking, keeping warm, the timer or the cleaning function is in use.
OOWhen the lithium battery runs down, removing the Power Plug will result in the loss of stored data such as the current time and timer settings. (P. 20)
OOThe lithium battery is fixed inside the main body and cannot be replaced by the user. For a replacement of lithium battery, please contact an authorised dealer.

Press

.

Lighting Off

Setting ends.
OOThe steaming stage is finished when the buzzer sounds after cooking. Loosen the rice immediately. (To allow excess moisture to evaporate)
OOAutomatically switches to the keep warm function. (P. 13)

Press and hold after the timer setting is completed
OOTo check the current time OOTo check the set cooking time Lighting

Press

.

Press

.

Precaution Notes
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OODo not set the timer for more than 13 hours. (No more than 8 hours when the water temperature is high) (Doing so may cause the rice to ferment and generate undesirable odour.)
OOIf there is insufficient time for the timer setting, the timer will not allow the setting, and cooking will start immediately. (See P. 26 “Timer Setting Restriction”)
OOThe timer cannot be used with “Quick”, “Casserole”, “Cake” and “Steam” programs. OOWhen cooking with the timer, the remaining time is not displayed. OOWhen cooking with the timer, the rice may absorb excess water. This can result in the rice becoming
soft or burnt. Reduce the amount of water slightly if the rice is soft.
(Reduce water approximately 1 to 2 mm from the Water Level.)

Brown/Grains

Brown Rice

Ingredients (Serves 4 to 6): Brown rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 cups Black sesame . . . . . . Small amount White sesame . . . . . . Small amount

Method: Gently wash the brown rice and
remove dirt and loose husk. Add water up to “Water Level:
Brown Rice (Jasmine Rice/Pearl Rice) 3” and close the Outer Lid. Select the program.

Rice Select

Jasmine Brown / Pearl Brown

Menu Select

—

Press the “Start” button. When the buzzer sounds, turn the
rice over to loosen. Put on a plate and sprinkle with
some black and white sesame.

When cooking with other ingredients (meat, vegetables, etc.) OOMeasure the water level before adding the other ingredients. OOThe rice takes a long time to cook so we recommend that you add firm ingredients such as beans and the like.
If you wish to add dried ingredients, be sure to rehydrate them first. OOThe quantity of other ingredients should not exceed 75 g per cup of rice.
(If too much ingredients are added, the rice will not be cooked properly.) OOCut the ingredients into small pieces and lay them on the rice without mixing.
(If you mix the ingredients with the rice, the rice will not be cooked properly.)

Multigrain Rice

Ingredients (Serves 4 to 6): White rice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 cups Multigrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 g

Method: Wash the white rice and add water
up to “Water Level: White Rice (Jasmine Rice/Pearl Rice) 3”. Gently wash the multigrain and place on . Add another 30 mL of water and close the Outer Lid. *Adjust the amount of water to suit kinds of grains or your taste. Select the program.

Rice Select

Jasmine Grains / Pearl Grains

Menu Select

—

Press the “Start” button.
When the buzzer sounds, turn the rice over to loosen.
Arrange on a dish.

To cook multigrain rice… OOIf you wish to add beans or dried ingredients such as cloud ear mushrooms, be sure to rehydrate them first. OOThe proportion of the other grain in the rice should be 10 % or below.
(If the other grain is added too much, the rice will not be cooked properly.) OOIf you wish to cook multigrain rice softer, add some more water or soak it in water in advance.
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Brown/Grains

Using the Timer

Sushi/Congee

Sushi Rolls

Ingredients (Serves 4): White rice (Pearl rice) . . . . . . 3 cups Sushi nori sheets . . . . . . As required
Sushi vinegar Vinegar . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 mL
A Sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21/2 tbs Salt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/2 tsp
Toppings Tuna, squid, shrimp, salmon, salmon roe, cucumber, eggs, leafy vegetables, avocado, and any other desired foods . . . . . . . . . As required
Method: Wash the white rice and add water
up to “Water Level: White Rice (Pearl Rice) 3”, reduce 60 mL of water, and then close the Outer Lid.

Select the program.

Rice Select

Pearl

Menu Select

Sushi

Press the “Start” button. Put A in a pan and gently warm up
to make the sushi vinegar. Moisten the inside of the sushi rice bowl with water. When the buzzer sounds, transfer the cooked rice to the sushi rice bowl. Pour the sushi vinegar evenly over the rice, then mix with a chopping motion. Next, cool with a fan. Cover the sushi rice with a wellwrung cloth to prevent it from drying out. Spread sushi rice over a sushi nori sheet. Put desired toppings and then roll.

To cook sushi rice… OOTo adjust the amount of water, reduce water by approximately 20 mL per cup of white rice from White Rice
(Jasmine Rice / Pearl Rice) Water Level. OOTo fully absorb the flavor, transfer the rice to the sushi rice bowl while it is still warm and mix with the sushi vinegar.
(Do not mix the sushi vinegar with the rice in the Inner Pan.) OOTo preserve the sheen of the rice, cool quickly using fan. OOTo prevent stickiness, set the rice scoop at a shallow angle and mix quickly with a chopping motion.

Pork and Century Egg Congee

Ingredients (Serves 2 to 3): White rice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 cup Meat broth (cooled) . . . . . . . . 5 cups Century egg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pc Cooked lean pork . . . . . . . . . . 125 g
Seasoning: Salt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 tsp Pepper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . To taste Sesame oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . To taste

Method: Marinate the cooked lean pork with
the salt for 1 hour and then cut into thin strips. Dice the century egg and put aside for later use. Wash the white rice, pour into the Inner Pan together with the meat broth and close the Outer Lid.

Select the program and set the cooking time to 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Rice Select Jasmine / Pearl

Menu Select

Congee

Press the “Start” button. When the buzzer sounds, press
the “Cancel/Off” button, open the Outer Lid, add the lean pork and century egg to the Inner Pan and close the Outer Lid. When open the Outer Lid, please note that the cooked food is hot. Select the program and set the cooking time to 1 hour.

Rice Select Jasmine / Pearl

Menu Select

Congee

Press the “Start” button.
When the buzzer sounds, season and serve.

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Casserole/Cake/Steam

Chicken and Taro Casserole Rice

Ingredients (Serves 4 to 6): White rice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 cups Chicken meat (diced). . . . . . . . 200 g Dried shiitake mushrooms (soaked & sliced) . . . . . . . . . . . 5 pcs Taro (diced) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 g Dried shrimps (soaked) . . . . . . . 40 g Wood ear mushrooms (soaked & chopped) . . . . . Few pcs

Important Information: OOWhen placing ingredients, do not go
above the maximum Water Level of “White Rice”. OODo not open the Outer Lid while cooking. (Cooking result may not be satisfactory.)

Model 1.0 L 1.8 L

Amount of rice (Cup*) 1 ­ 3 2 ­ 6

Marinade:
Light soy sauce . . . . . . . . .1 tsp
Dark soy sauce . . . . . . . . 1/2 tsp A Sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 tsp
Salt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 tsp Starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/2 tsp

Sauce:

Light soy sauce . . . . . . . . .1 tbs

B

Dark soy sauce . . . . . . . . .1 tbs Sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 tbs

Sesame oil. . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 tbs

*Measuring Cup provided as an accessory.

Method: Season diced chicken meat with A. Deep fry diced taro until golden
brown, drain and set aside. Wash the white rice and add water
up to “Water Level: White Rice (Jasmine Rice/Pearl Rice) 3”. Then place , and other ingredients evenly on the rice and close the Outer Lid. (Do not mix.) Select the program.

Rice Select Jasmine / Pearl

Menu Select

Casserole

Press the “Start” button. When the buzzer sounds, add B
and stir the rice immediately to
loosen it.

Soy Milk Cake

Ingredients (Serves 4 to 6): Butter or salad oil. . . . Small amount Pancake mixture . . . . . . . . . . . 200 g Eggs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 pcs Soy milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 mL Salad oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 tbs Raisins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 g (Can be replaced with other dried fruits.)
Method: Lightly smear the inside of the
Inner Pan with butter or salad oil. Mix the ingredients until texture is
smooth. (Do not mix in the Inner Pan.) Pour into the Inner Pan and
close the Outer Lid.

Select the program and set the cooking time to 40 minutes.

Rice Select

–*

Menu Select

Cake

*The indication can be any. Press the “Start” button. When the buzzer sounds, remove the
Inner Pan from the Warm Jar and turn it upside down to take the cake out. Then allow to cool on plate or mesh.

Note: When using the 1.8 L model, increasing the quantity of ingredients 1.5-fold and setting the cooking time to 60 minutes is recommended for a nice, fluffy cake.

Salted Meat Steamed with Chinese Cabbage

Ingredients (Serves 4 to 6): Chinese cabbage. . . . . . . . . . . 100 g Salted meat (Chinese ham). . . . 35 g
Method: Break the Chinese cabbage into
individual pieces and wash. Slice the salted meat and put aside.

Set the accessory Steaming Basket, put on and close the Outer Lid.
Select the program and set the cooking time to 13 minutes.

Rice Select

–*

Menu Select

Steam

Arrange the individual pieces of

*The indication can be any.

cabbage in layers on the plate and Press the “Start” button.

place the sliced salted meat on top Note: (try to use the fatty parts of the meat). When Chinese cabbage is unavailable, the Pour 2.5 cups of water in the Inner Pan. heart of the bok choy may be used instead.

Precaution OOPlease do not block the hole in the Inner Lid with ingredients.
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Casserole/Cake/Steam

Sushi/Congee

Cleaning OOFor cleaning, remove the Power Plug and ensure that the main body has cooled down. OOThe Packing attached to the main body and Inner Lid cannot be removed. Do not pull forcibly or poke with sharp-pointed objects. (This may cause defects, delamination and damage.) OOAfter washing, wipe with a dry cloth.

First time use & after every use

OOAfter removing, wash with a soft sponge. *When using a washing-up liquid, check the precautions of it.

Steam Inner Lid Inner Pan Rice Scoop Ladle Steaming Rice Scoop

Cap

Basket Holder

Remove in the order from to , and after cleaning, attach in the reverse order. For the first time use, please wash the Measuring Cup also.

OOAfter using seasoning, such as when cooking casserole rice, wash promptly. (Since these can cause odour, rot, or rust.)