SQ professional 3154 Electric Rice Cooker Instruction Manual

: June 6, 2024
: SQ professional

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT!
FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
BEFORE FIRST USE
RICE COOKING GUIDE
RICE TYPES
RICE / WATER MEASUREMENT TABLE
CLEANING
WIRING
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
SERVICE
GUARANTEE
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SQ professional 3154 Electric Rice Cooker

IMPORTANT!

Due to hot parts and potential hazards the appliance is not suitable for the use of children under 8 years old. Even when off please keep the appliance and cord out of the reach of children. Children over 8 must be supervised by an adult at all times when using or cleaning the appliance. This is not a toy!

The appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities if they have been given supervision and instruction and understand the use and hazards involved. Always disconnect the appliance from the mains supply socket if it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.

If the mains cable is damaged, it must be replaced by qualified persons in order to avoid any hazards.

All images are for illustration purposes only. Actual products may vary. All measurements are approximate

FEATURES

HOT SURFACE!

Stainless steel lid
Steam vent
Aluminium removable bowl
Rice cooker base
Control panel
One-touch operation switch
COOK indicator light
WARM indicator light
Measuring cup 160ml
Rice scoop
Heating element (inside)
SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Voltage:…………………..220-240V
Frequency:…………………………50Hz
Rated Power:
3.6L………………………1350W
6.0L………………………1950W
8.0L………………………2650W
10.0L…………………….2650W

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WHEN USING ANY ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

Read all instructions carefully before using the appliance
This appliance is intended for household use only. It is not suitable for commercial use such as kitchen areas and other working environments.
Ensure that the appliance and mains cable are always placed on a firm and flat surface, away from the edge of the worktop and out of reach of children Do not place the appliance onto a metal tray or metal surface whilst in use Do not place the appliance on, or near, hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven Do not operate the appliance with wet hands or barefoot.
Route the mains cable so it does not overhang, and cannot be tripped over or caught.
Do not let the mains cable run across an open space, such as between a low socket and a table, or across any hot area, such as cooker, the heat may damage it.
The connections on both sides of the mains cable (the appliance and socket) should never be strained If the mains cable is damaged it must be replaced by a qualified person or service to avoid any hazards.
Do not use the appliance in a bathroom, near water, or outdoors. Do not immerse any of the parts (appliance, mains cable, plug) in water or other liquids to protect against fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Do not use the appliance if it is damaged or malfunctions. Do not leave the appliance unattended whilst in use. Use and store it out of reach of children.
This appliance must not be operated by an external timer or a remote control system
SQ Professional ltd may not be held liable for eventual damages to persons, animals or objects caused by incorrect installation or deriving from improper, erroneous or unreasonable use
To reduce the risk of electric shock ensure that the removable bowl ③ is completely dry before you place it into the rice cooker base ④ and connect the appliance to a power supply.
Turn the removable bowl ③ left and right to ensure that it is properly fitted onto the heating element ⑪.
Never use the removable bowl ③ on top of the stove or in an oven at high heat will deform its shape
Always fully defrost frozen meat or poultry before cooking or steaming ensure that the meat is thoroughly cooked.
Do not move the rice cooker when it is switched on.
Do not move the rice cooker with the full removable bowl ③ inside it as it might be heavy and the mains cable may catch on something as you move
Do not switch the rice cooker on unless there is at least a minimum amount of water or ingredients in the removable bowl ③ avoid filling the removable bowl ③ up above the MAX mark Remove the removable bowl ③ from the rice cooker base ④ before filling it with water
During the cooking process, steam may escape from the steam vent ② on the lid ① This is normal Never cover, touch or obstruct the steam vent.
Avoid using the rice cooker near or below curtains, shelves, cupboards or anything that might be damaged or deformed by hot steam
Use extreme caution when opening the lid ① during or after cooking. Hot steam will escape and may cause burns.
Do not touch metal parts. Use plastic handles or the knob. When lifting the removable bowl ③ from the rice cooker base ④ ensure that it has cooled down sufficiently or use oven gloves to prevent burns.
After the cooking cycle is completed the operation switch ⑥ will automatically switch to KEEP WARM position ⑦ To completely switch off the rice cooker unplug the mains cable from the socket. The operation switch ⑥ must never be held in the COOK position ⑦ as this may cause damage to the switch-off mechanism.
before removing the removable bowl ③ always unplug the rice cooker base ④.
Always unplug the rice cooker when not in use.
Before emptying the removable bowl ③ remove it from the rice cooker base ④ to avoid spilling the contents onto the heating element ⑪ which can cause damage to the rice cooker.
Unplug the rice cooker from the socket after every use, especially before cleaning or removing the removable bowl ensure that the rice cooker base ④ and removable bowl ③ are completely cooled down before cleaning and storing away.
Keep the rice cooker base ④ , removable bowl ③ , mains cable, and plug away from sources of heat store in a dry place.
Do not use the rice cooker for any purpose other than intended use.
Use the rice cooker base ④ only with the removable bowl ③ supplied (and vice versa) and do not tamper with it in any way.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!

BEFORE FIRST USE

ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE REMOVABLE BOWL IS COMPLETELY DRY, INSIDE AND OUT, BEFORE PLACING IT INTO THE RICE COOKER BASE.

Wash the removable bowl ③, measuring cup ⑩ and rice scoop ⑨ with warm, soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth

RICE COOKING GUIDE

ALWAYS TAKE CARE TO AVOID THE EXPULSION OF STEAM WHEN REMOVING THE LID.

Measure the desired amount of rice using the measuring cup ⑨ provided one cup of rice will provide approximately two cups of cooked rice
Rinse the rice in the removable bowl ③ until the water becomes relatively clear and dispose of the water
Use the water measurement lines inside the removable bowl ③ to add an appropriate amount of water for softer rice, allow rice to soak for 10-20 minutes prior to cooking
Close the lid ① and plug mains cable into a socket
Press the operation switch ⑥ down to cook mode The COOK indicator ⑦ will light up
For best results leave the lid ① on for first 10-15 minutes of cooking
To check on the rice, carefully open the lid ① and keep clear of the escaping steam to avoid burns
When cooking is complete, the rice cooker will automatically switch to `keep warm’ mode and the KEEP WARM indicator ⑧ will light up
After cooking, allow rice to stand for 5-10 minutes without removing the lid ① This will ensure that rice is thoroughly cooked
Disconnect the rice cooker from the power supply, then lift the removable bowl ③ from the rice cooker base ④ using the oven gloves Place it on a heatproof surface and use the provided rice scoop ⑨ to fluff the rice

DO NOT KEEP THE FOOD IN `KEEP WARM’ MODE LONGER THAN 5-10 MINUTES AS IT WILL START TO DRY AND LOSE FLAVOUR.

HELPFUL HINTS
Rinsing the rice before cooking will remove excess bran and starch as well as nutrients and will result in loose rice with easily separated grains. Unwashed rice is sticky and more suitable for dishes like sushi or riceballs.
Some types of rice may stick to the bottom of the removable bowl. To prevent sticking add a little vegetable oil before adding the rice.
Raisins and dried fruits will absorb as much water as rice, so put them into the measuring cup along with the rice.

RICE TYPES

Rice is a valuable source of low fat, complex carbohydrates and is abundant in thiamin (B1 ), niacin (B3 ) and iron. It is an essential ingredient for a healthy diet. There are many different varieties of rice available in the market. Your Rice Cooker can cook any type perfectly every time. The following are the commonly available varieties of rice and their characteristics:

LONG GRAIN RICE
Typically this rice (Basmati rice) is not starchy and after cooking the grains are loose.

SHORT GRAIN RICE
This type is often called “Pearl Rice” due to its round shape. It is characteristically soft, sticky and chewy. It is usually used for making sushi and rice puddings.

BROWN RICE
Brown rice is considered to be the healthiest variety. Rice grains are covered with bran layers and contain more B-complex vitamins, iron, calcium and fibre than polished (white) rice. The brown rice with long grains and chewy texture is the most popular variety.

WILD RICE
Wild rice comes in many delicious varieties. It is often mixed with long grain rice for its firmer texture and rich brown to black color. Wild rice makes wonderful stuffing for poultry, tasty broths and can be mixed with your favorite dried fruits.

RICE / WATER MEASUREMENT TABLE

Aas a general guide use one cup of water for each cup of rice
Add slightly more water for softer rice or slightly less for firmer rice
When cooking brown or wild rice, add an additional 3/4 cup of water
This is only a general measuring guide as there are many different kinds of rice available, rice/water measurement may vary
All measurements are approximate.

CUPS (160ml) PER MEASURING LINE

| WATER VOLUME PER MEASURING LINE (LITRES)| RAW WHITE RICE 128g PER CUP|

COOKED RICE SERVINGS 250g PER SERVING

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20 cups

| 3.2L| 2.5kg| 10
30 cups| 4.8L| 3.8kg|

15

40 cups

| 6.4L| 5.0kg| 20
50 cups| 8.0L| 6.5kg|

25

60 cups

| 9.6L| 7.5kg|

30

CLEANING

ALWAYS UNPLUG THE RICE COOKER AND ALLOW IT TO COMPLETELY COOL DOWN BEFORE CLEANING AND STORING AWAY.

Remove the removable bowl ③ Wash it with warm, soapy water using a sponge or dishcloth Rinse and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth
The lid ① , rice scoop ⑨ and measuring cup ⑩ can be washed by hand or in a dishwasher Removable bowl ③ is not dishwasher safe.
Wipe the rice cooker base ④ clean with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly
Do not use harsh scourers, metal brushes, or abrasive detergents as they may damage the surface

WIRING

The product must be earthed. This appliance is fitted with a 13A BS1362 fuse in a 13A BS 1363 plug. To replace the plug, fit the green-yellow wire to or E, blue wire to N and the brown wire to . Fit the cord grip. If in doubt, call a qualified electrician. If you remove the plug, dispose of it.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

To avoid environmental and health problems due to hazardous substances in electrical and electronic goods, appliances marked with this symbol must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste, but recovered, reused or recycled.

SERVICE

The product is not user-serviceable If it is not working, read the instructions, check the plug fuse and main fuse/circuit breaker If it is still not working, consult your retailer.
If that does not solve the problem ring Customer service they may be able to offer technical advice Please have the Model Number to hand, as they will not be able to help you without it.
If you are advised to return the product to us, pack it carefully, include a note with your name, address, day phone number, and description of the problem
If under a guarantee, say where and when it was purchased and include a valid VaT receipt send it to sQ Professional ltd

GUARANTEE

THE GUARANTEE FOR THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY SQ PROFESSIONAL LIMITED ANY FAULTS WITH THIS PRODUCT ARISING THROUGH A MANUFACTURER DEFECT WILL BE COVERED FOR 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, SUBJECT TO A VALID VAT RECEIPT BEING PRESENTED THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE FAULTS OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY MISUSE OF GENERAL WEAR AND TEAR.

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