Espressions EP6200 Smart Rice Cooker Instruction Manual

Espressions EP6200 Smart Rice Cooker

Specifications:

• Model: EP6200
• Product: Smart Rice Cooker
• Language Options: Dutch, English, German
• Components: Lid, Stainless Steel Steam Basket, Stainless Steel Inner Pot, Housing with Heating Element, Power Cord, Measuring Cup,Stirrer
• Control Panel: White Rice Button, Brown Rice Button, Saute Button, Steam Button, Keep Warm/ON-OFF Button

Product Usage Instructions

Parts of the Smart Rice Cooker:

• Lid
• Stainless Steel Steam Basket
• Stainless Steel Inner Pot
• Housing with Heating Element
• Power Cord
• Measuring Cup
• Stirrer

Control Panel of the Smart Rice Cooker:

• White Rice Button (A)
• Brown Rice Button (B)
• Saute Button (C)
• Steam Button (D)
• Keep Warm/ON-OFF Button (E)

Operation:
The operation is simple. Familiarize yourself with the control panel. The device switches to the keep warm mode after cooking. Always press the ON-OFF button and unplug the device to turn it off completely.

Before First Use:
Ensure the rice cooker is off and unplugged before cleaning. Never immerse the housing, power cord, or plug in water or any other liquid.

FAQ:

Q: How do I clean the Smart Rice Cooker?
A: Before cleaning, ensure the cooker is unplugged. Use a damp cloth to wipe the exterior. The inner pot and steam basket are dishwasher safe.

Q: Can I cook other grains besides rice in this cooker?
A: Yes, you can cook various grains like quinoa or barley in the smart rice cooker using the appropriate settings.

Correct disposal of this product
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recyle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

Packaging disposal: Do not throw away the package materials. Please put it in the recycling bin. Gift box: Paper, should be put to the old paper collection point. Plastic packaging material and foils should be collected in the special collection containers.

Dear customer

By purchasing this appliance, you have made the right choice. If you look after it properly it will give you many years of service. Please read this user manual carefully before using. Before using the appliance for the first time, please read this user manual and follow the safety instructions described below. Persons who do not know the operating instructions for this device should not use the appliance. Keep the packaging for future use, but throw away all the plastic packaging material. It may be dangerous for children to play with it.

For further information about our products or product range, please visit our website: www.espressions.eu

Espressions safety precautions

Safety instructions for your Espressions Smart rice cooker
To avoid danger to persons, animals, and objects, read these instructions carefully before using the Espressions Smart rice cooker and keep them handy for future reference.

• The manufacturer and seller are considered responsible for safety, reliability and performance only if:
  • The rice cooker is used in accordance with the operating instructions.
  • The electricity supply with which the rice cooker is used complies with applicable laws and standards.
• If the appliance malfunctions or is compromised in any way, do not use it again until it has been repaired by the manufacturer, by the service department, or by a third party suitably qualified to avoid any risks.
• Do not place the appliance near heat sources, sources of high magnetic field, flammable or highly inflammable sources of gas, gas cookers or ovens to avoid damage to parts, breakage and fire.
• Only prepare food in the supplied inner pan and steamer basket to avoid electric shock.

Please note: Fill only the stainless steel inner pan with water and NEVER the electric housing. This is to avoid electric shocks.
Never use the appliance without a lid.

• Use the stainless steel inner pan only in the Smart rice cooker. The inner pan is not suitable for other appliances or heat sources such as a cooker.

• Switch off the appliance and all controls before plugging it in or unplugging it. Remove the power wire by grasping the plug – do not pull on the wire.

• Be very careful when moving the inner pan with hot ingredients in it and always use oven gloves.

• The appliance is not suitable for use by or in the vicinity of children,people with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or by persons who have not received information and instructions on how to use this appliance.

• Before each use, check the appliance for damage to power cable, plug, and other parts. If damage is found, stop using the appliance immediately and contact an official repair or service point. Do not try to repair any damage yourself.

• Unplug the appliance before disconnecting the detachable parts and before cleaning the appliance. This is to prevent the risk of short circuits and electric shocks.

• Before connecting the appliance to a power source, make sure it is correctly assembled and the plug is inserted.

• The appliance should be placed on a horizontal and stable countertop.
  To avoid damage to the appliance, do not place it on a sloping surface, carpet, textile, plastic, paper or flammable materials.

• Use the side handles to lift the Smart rice cooker and never touch the surfaces of the pan when in use or still hot.

• Use the Smart rice cooker only for its designated use.

• The input voltage of the appliance is 220-240V ~ 50-60Hz. Before using the appliance, check that the power source complies with this.
  Insufficient or incorrect voltage may damage the appliance.

• The amount of food and liquid in the inner pan should never pass the 1.4L mark before cooking. Beans, rice, vegetables or any other food that expands during the cooking process should not be added past the 7-cup mark. If the inner pan is too full, it may damage the appliance and cause burns and injuries to the user.

• Only use Espressions accessories or replacement parts suitable for the Smart rice cooker and not other brands. Espressions’ inner pan is suitable for this appliance, where other inner pans are not suitable or fit the heating element.

Espressions is very safety conscious when designing and manufacturing consumer products, but it is essential that the product user also exercise care when using an electrical appliance. The list below contains regulations essential for the safe use of electrical appliances:

• Read carefully and save all the instructions provided with the appliance.
• Never insert the plug in the socket with wet hands.
• Only connect the appliance to a grounded and easily accessible socket.
• Switch off and unplug the appliance when not in use and before cleaning.
• Before cleaning or removing parts, let these parts cool down first.
• Do not use the appliance with an extension cord.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
• Never leave an appliance unattended while in use.
• Do not use an appliance for any purpose other than its intended use.
• Never place the appliance on or near a hot gas flame, electric element, or in a heated oven.
• Do not let the power lead of an appliance hang over the edge of a table or countertop or touch any hot surface.
• Before first use, and periodically during the product’s lifetime, check the power cable to ensure it is not damaged. If the power cable is damaged, it should be replaced by the manufacturer, by the service department, or by a suitably qualified third party to avoid any risks.
• For additional protection, Espressions recommends the use of a residual current device with a tripping current of up to 30mA in the electrical circuit that powers the appliance.
• Never immerse the cord or (any part of) the appliance in water or any other liquid. This is to avoid electrical shock.
• Appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
• This appliance is intended for domestic use and is not designed for intensive professional use.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not spill anything on the plug, connector or cord of the Smart rice cooker. Should this nonetheless happen, clean and dry it thoroughly before putting the appliance back into operation.
• Always keep the appliance and cord out of the reach of children.
• Caution: failure to follow the manual or misuse of the device may cause serious injury.
• Attention: Please note that the inner pan should never be filled more than the indicated scale in the inner pan.
• Attention: Please note that the heating element takes time to cool down after use and may still be very hot.
• The surfaces are liable to get hot during use.
• Warning: avoid spillage on the connector.
• The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.

Spare parts for your Smart rice cooker

Parts

1. Lid
2. Stainless steel steamer basket
3. Stainless steel inner pan
4. Housing with heating element
5. Power cord
6. Measuring cup
7. Stirring spatula

Control panel of the Smart rice cooker

• A Button for white rice
• B Button for brown rice
• C Saute button
• D Steam button
• E Keep warm button / ON-OFF button

Operation

The rice cooker is easy to use and its applications are versatile.
Operating temperature range (depending on liquid and amount of rice):

• Rice: 98 – 103 °C
• Keep warm function: 60 – 70 °C
• Capacity: 1.4 litres / up to 7 measuring cups of rice (uncooked) = 14 measuring cups of rice (cooked), suitable for 1 to 5 people.
• Minimum preparation quantity: 1 half measuring cup (90 ml) of rice with 2 measuring cups (360 ml) of water.

The digital control panel is easy to use. It consists of 5 soft-touch buttons. To switch the appliance on, press the KEEP WARM / ON-OFF button. The device goes through a test run where all buttons light up briefly. Now select the desired programme by briefly pressing the button. The indicator light goes on. After the cooking process, the appliance automatically switches to keep warm status; the indicator light lights up yellow. To switch off the appliance completely, press the KEEP WARM / ON-OFF button.

Before first use

Make sure the rice cooker is switched off and unplug it before cleaning. Never immerse the rice cooker housing, power cord, and plug in water or any other liquid.
Before using the rice cooker for the first time, wash the glass lid, steamer pan, inner pan,

Placement
Place the rice cooker on an easily accessible, waterproof, heat-resistant and sufficiently stable work surface. Do not place the rice cooker near the edge of the work surface. Do not place the rice cooker directly against the wall or under wall cabinets to avoid heat

• With the WHITE RICE button, you can cook restaurant-quality white rice.
• The BROWN RICE button is perfect for brown rice, natural rice, and other types of rice that require a longer cooking time.
• With the SAUTÉ button, the appliance only sears at a high temperature, after which the hob automatically switches to simmer. Ideal, for example, for onions, peppers, risotto and much more!
• The STEAM button is for quick steaming of vegetables, fish, or meat.
• The KEEP WARM / ON-OFF button has two functions. The appliance automatically switches to keep warm mode after cooking to keep the rice warm and fresh. Press the KEEP WARM / ON-OFF button again to switch the unit off.

Operation is very simple. Familiarise yourself with the control panel below.

The appliance always switches to keep warm mode after completion of the cooking process. To switch off the appliance completely, ALWAYS press the ON- OFF button and then unplug it.
measuring cup and stirring spatula in warm water with washing-up liquid. Rinse and dry well. Do not use abrasives, chemicals, or oven cleaner. Dry all surfaces thoroughly.
development, as hot steam escapes through the steam opening in the lid. Hot steam can damage furniture. Do not cover the ventilation slots on the bottom of the rice cooker. Never place the rice cooker near hot surfaces.

Preparing the rice

Note: the times indicated are indicative and apply to uncooked rice, i.e., not precooked rice. During cooking, the volume of the rice doubles. Wholegrain rice/brown rice requires on average one to three times longer cooking time than white rice.

Amount of uncooked rice| Amount of water| Line in the inner pan| Type of rice| Cooking time

(indication)

---|---|---|---|---
2 cups| 4 cups| Line 2| White rice Wholegrain/brown rice| 30- 35 minutes

100 – 105 minutes

3 cups| 6 cups| Line 3| White rice Wholegrain/brown rice| 32 – 37 minutes

102 – 107 minutes

4 cups| 8 cups| Line 4| White rice Wholegrain/brown rice| 34- 39 minutes

110 – 115 minutes

5 cups| 10 cups| Line 5| White rice Wholegrain/brown rice| 38 – 43 minutes

114 – 119 minutes

6 cups| 12 cups| Line 6| White rice Wholegrain/brown rice| 40 – 45 minutes

116 – 121 minutes

7 cups| 14 cups| Line 7| White rice Wholegrain/brown rice| 41 – 46 minutes

118 – 123 minutes

Cooking rice

1. Wash the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch so that the rice does not foam too much.
2. Place the desired amount of rice and water in the rice cooker according to the instructions on the packet. If necessary, use the measuring cup provided. Spread the rice evenly on the bottom.
3. Put the stainless steel pan in the rice cooker.
4. Add salt to taste.
5. Put the glass lid on the rice cooker.
6. Connect the rice cooker to the power cord. Turn on the rice cooker using the ON-OFF button.
7. Press the WHITE RICE or BROWN RICE button on the rice cooker control panel. The LED now lights up red.
8. After the rice is cooked, the rice cooker automatically switches to KEEP WARM mode. The LED now lights up yellow. The rice is no longer cooked, but kept warm.
9. Switch off the rice cooker with the KEEP WARM / ON-OFF button.
10. Carefully open the lid and stir the rice with the spoon provided. Due to the lack of a coating on the stainless steel pan, a layer of browned rice forms on the bottom of the pan during the cooking process.
11. Remove the hot inner pan using potholders.
12. Remove the plug from the socket.

Soak the stainless steel inner pan in warm water and soap after each use to dissolve the rice layer on the bottom of the pan. You can wash the inner pan by hand or clean it in the dishwasher.

With some rice varieties, the inner pan may brown a little. This is perfectly normal and cannot be prevented by the operation of the device.

Sautéing, steaming, and cooking

1. Put the ingredients to be sauteed in the stainless steel inner pan.
2. Place the inner pan in the outer pan; put the plug in the socket.
3. Press the ON-OFF button.
4. Press the SAUTÉ button; the LED lights up red.
5. Saute the ingredients.
6. Add remaining ingredients and add liquid.
7. The rice cooker automatically switches to cooking; place the lid on the pan and let the rice cooker cook.
8. When the cooking time is over, a beep sounds 4 times; the keep warm mode then switches on automatically.
9. To end cooking, press the ON-OFF button, then unplug.

Sautéing only

1. Put the ingredients to be sautéed in the stainless steel inner pan.
2. Place the inner pan in the outer pan; put the plug in the socket.
3. Press the ON-OFF button.
4. Press the SAUTÉ button; the LED lights up red.
5. Saute the ingredients.
6. Press the KEEP WARM button to use the keep warm function.
7. Press the ON-OFF button to switch off the appliance, then unplug it.

Steaming

1. Fill the inner pan with 3 cups (approx. 480 ml) of water.
2. Place the inner pan in the rice cooker.
3. Place the food to be steamed in the steamer basket. Do not overfill; the lid should still be able to close properly.
4. Place the steamer basket with lid on the inner pan.
5. Plug in and switch on the appliance using the ON-OFF button.
6. Press the STEAM button.
7. I f the estimated time has elapsed take off the lid to check doneness. If the ingredients are cooked, press the KEEP WARM button for the keep warm function. Switch off the appliance by pressing ON-OFF again; the plug can now be removed.

Steam table

25 minutes Medium-well 30 minutes Well done

33 minutes

| 160 °C

Steaming and cooking rice

1. Cook up to 5 cups of rice if the steamer basket will also be used.
2. Place the steamer basket before the end of rice cooking time so that both are ready at the same time.
3. Wash the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch so that the rice does not foam too much.
4. Place the desired amount of rice and water in the rice cooker according to the instructions on the packet. If necessary, use the measuring cup provided. Spread the rice evenly on the bottom.
5. Put the stainless steel pan in the rice cooker.
6. Add salt to taste.
7. Put the glass lid on the rice cooker.
8. Connect the rice cooker to the power cord. Turn on the rice cooker using the ON-OFF button.
9. Press the WHITE RICE or BROWN RICE button on the rice cooker control panel. The LED now lights up red.
10. Depending on the ingredients to be steamed (see indications in the table), carefully remove the lid, place the steamer basket on the inner pan, and replace the lid.
11. When the estimated steaming time is over, check the ingredients for doneness, and remove the steaming basket.
12. If the rice programme is finished, 4 beeps will sound; the rice cooker will now automatically switch to KEEP WARM mode. The LED now lights up yellow.
13. After the rice is cooked, the rice cooker automatically switches to KEEP WARM mode. The LED now lights up yellow. The rice is no longer cooked, but kept warm.
14. Switch off the rice cooker with the KEEP WARM / ON-OFF button.

Tips and additional information

• The overheating protection automatically switches off the rice cooker in case of overheating. If too little water is used, the appliance will switch off automatically before the end of the cooking time; the rice is then generally not cooked yet. Unplug the appliance and let it cool down in a well-ventilated area for about 45 minutes.
• Do not keep the rice warm for more than 12 hours. Otherwise, odours may develop and the rice may turn yellowish and dry out.
• Do not unplug in KEEP WARM mode. First switch off the appliance using the KEEP WARM / ON-OFF button.
• Risotto cannot be kept warm as it will become sticky.
• Do not use the KEEP WARM heat modes for mixed rice, brown rice, sweet rice or sprouted brown rice, as this may cause the rice to go bad or develop odours.
• There may be a slight burned-on layer on the bottom of the inner pan. This can be removed by soaking the pan with hot water and washing-up liquid after cooking and then scrubbing it thoroughly clean.
• Remove the plug from the socket after use.

Cooking brown rice takes longer and requires more water than white rice because of the extra bran layers on the grains. The water lines in the inner pan are for white rice only. Brown rice, wild rice, and rice mixes differ in composition. Some variations may require longer cooking time and/or extra water to achieve optimal results. Recommendations for cooking can be found on the rice packaging of the chosen rice variety.

Put no more than 7 cups of uncooked rice or 6 cups of brown rice in the pan at a time. The maximum capacity of this appliance is 7 cups of uncooked rice (6 cups of brown rice). After cooking, the volume will have increased to 14 cups of rice (12 cups of brown rice).

Cleaning and sanitising

• Remove the plug from the socket. Before cleaning, the appliance must have cooled down sufficiently after use. To avoid accidents, do not pour out the liquid until it has cooled down sufficiently. Never immerse the device in water, as this may damage it.

• Clean the parts with a mild detergent and a little warm water.
  Dry the parts thoroughly before reusing them. Do not use scouring pads or aggressive liquids to clean the appliance.

• Washing in the dishwasher may cause slight discolouration of the inner pan and accessories. This is cosmetic only and does not affect performance.

Troubleshooting

Since rice varieties can vary in composition, results may differ. Here are some troubleshooting tips to get the consistency you want.

Rice is too dry/hard after cooking
If your rice is dry or hard/tough when the rice cooker switches to KEEP WARM, the rice can be softened by extra water and extra cooking time. Depending on how dry the rice is, add ½ to 1 cup of water and stir. Replace the lid and press the WHITE RICE button. When the rice cooker switches to KEEP WARM, remove the lid and stir the rice to check for consistency. If necessary, repeat until the rice is soft and moist.

Rice is too moist after cooking
If the rice is still too moist when the rice cooker switches to KEEP WARM, stir the rice with the spatula. This redistributes the lowest (wettest) part of the rice and releases excess moisture. Replace the lid and let it heat up for 10 to 30 minutes, remove the lid, and stir frequently to remove excess moisture.

The bottom rice layer is brown/caramelised
The bottom layer of cooked rice can become slightly browned and/or caramelised during cooking. To reduce browning, rinse your rice before cooking to remove excess starch. Stirring the rice after setting it to KEEP WARM also helps reduce browning/caramelisation.

Technical specifications

• Model: EP6200
• Dimensions: HxWxD 285 x 290 x 240mm
• Weight: approx. 2.4kg
• Voltage: 220-240V~50-60Hz
• Capacity: 500 W
• Pan contents: 1.4L / 7 cups

Terms of warranty

This ESPRESSIONS kitchen appliance has been made to a very high degree of excellence in quality and design. However, should there be, within the guarantee period, any defects found in the materials or in the operation, and if we feel it is appropriate, we will replace the defective parts or effect repairs in accordance with the terms of guarantee stated below. This 2-year guarantee applies to parts as well as the costs of labour only in the case of domestic use. Postage costs are not included.

These terms of guarantee are provided in addition to, and will not be prejudicial to, your legal rights.
This guarantee does not cover postage or transport costs incurred in the return of the appliance. This guarantee only applies to products that have been purchased and remain within the Benelux countries. The guarantee does not apply to any plugs, electric leads or fuses, and also does not apply to any defects resulting from:

• Normal wear and tear of the appliance or parts in respect of use.
• Failure to follow the instructions for use in respect of use or maintenance.
• Connecting the product to a power source not suitable to the purpose.
• Damage caused by incorrect use or misuse of the product.
• Any modifications made to the product by anyone else other than the service personnel authorised by Espressions.
• The dismantling of or any other interference with the product.
• Theft or attempted theft of the product.
• Breakages or defects resulting from transport.

Before you return this product under the terms of this guarantee, please make sure:

• that you have followed the instructions for this product properly.
• that the power supply to the equipment is working and that you have plugged in the appliance.
• that the defect is not a result of a faulty fuse.

If you wish to make a claim under the terms of this guarantee, then please:

• Return the product by post or transport services to the dealer from whom the product was purchased or directly to Espressions.
• Ensure that the product is clean and carefully and suitably packed for transportation, preferably in its original packing.
• Enclose information in respect of your contact details (name, address telephone number) and where and when the product was purchased, together with a copy of the receipt.
• Describe the exact nature of the defect.

This guarantee does not cover any other claims whatsoever, including and without any exception,any liability for additional, indirect or resulting damage. It also does not cover any costs for modifications or repairs carried out by third parties without the express permission of Espressions.
If any part of or the whole appliance is replaced,the guarantee period will not be extended. The original date of purchase shall still apply as the commencement of the guarantee period.
For more information you can contact your dealer or:

Espressions B.V. Eindhoven
www.espressions.eu

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Mail: info@espressions.eu
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Due to minor changes in design or otherwise, the product may differ from the illustrations in this publication.
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