User Manual 5.0-Quart Rice Cooker Questions or Concerns? support@cosori.
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Table of Contents Package Contents Specifications Important Safeguards Getting To Know Your Rice Cooker Before First Use Cooking with Your Rice Cooker Care & Maintenance Troubleshooting Warranty Information Customer Support Package Contents 3 3 4 7 9 10 17 18 20 21 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 x x x x x x x x 5.0-Quart Rice Cooker Inner Pot 3.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Follow basic safety precautions when using your rice cooker. Read all instructions. Key Safety Points • Do not touch hot surfaces. • Do not touch the steam vent or the area near the steam vent while cooking or in Keep Warm mode. Do not cover the area with a cloth.
• Only use as directed in this manual. Do not use for any purpose other than its intended use. • Not for commercial use. Household use only. • Do not block any ventilation openings. Hot steam is released through openings. Keep your hands and face clear of openings. • Do not leave the rice cooker unattended while in use. Note: See Care & Maintenance for instructions on how to clean accessories (page 17). Power & Cord While Cooking • CAUTION: Risk of electric shock. Cook only in the removable inner pot.
• Your rice cooker should only be used with 120V, 60Hz electrical systems. Do not plug into another type of outlet. 120V, 60Hz 220-240V Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) This rice cooker complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR RICE COOKER Rice Cooker Diagram A C B D F E F-1 F-2 G H M I N J K L O P A. B. C. D. E. F. Steam Vent Open Button Lid Control Panel Power Cord Inner Lid 1. Steam Cap 2. Steam Cap Release Button G. H. I. J. K. L. Radiator Plate Inner Lid Release Button Top Temperature Sensor Condensation Collectors Heating Plate Bottom Temperature Sensor M. N. O. P. 3.
Control Panel A B C E D F G H J I K L N M O P A. Display B. Increase/Decrease Time C. Rice Type D. White Rice Button E. Rice Texture Button F. Brown Rice Button G. Rice Texture H. Oatmeal Button I. Oatmeal Type 8 Q R J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Q. R.
BEFORE FIRST USE Setting Up 1. Test Run Remove all packaging around and inside the rice cooker. 2. Place on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface. Keep away from areas that can be damaged by steam (such as walls or cupboards). 3. Remove the inner lid (see page 17). [Figure 1.1] 4. Wash the inner lid, steam cap, inner pot, steam basket, rice paddle, and measuring cup with hot, soapy water and a nonabrasive sponge. 5. Dry the parts and reinstall the inner lid. Place the inner pot in the rice cooker.
COOKING WITH YOUR RICE COOKER Cooking Functions Note: • Cook time is an estimate. Actual cook time may vary depending on factors such as amount of grain and water, room temperature, water temperature, and voltage. • The inner pot does not have water level markings for 1 cup. If you are cooking 1 cup, use the “Grain : Water Ratio” column to determine the correct amount of water.
Grain Type Function Water Level Marking Grain : Water Ratio Cups* Estimated Cook Time (Minutes) Medium/Short Grain Brown Rice BROWN RICE MED/SHORT GRAIN 1 60–70 Brown 1 : 1¼ 4 66–76 Brown Rice Porridge Steel-Cut Oatmeal Rolled Oatmeal Quick Oatmeal Quinoa Barley Farro BROWN RICE PORRIDGE OATMEAL STEEL-CUT OATMEAL ROLLED OATMEAL QUICK GRAINS QUINOA GRAINS BARLEY GRAINS FARRO 1 : 3¼3 Steel Cut Oatmeal Rolled Oatmeal Rolled Oatmeal Quinoa Barley Farro 1:3 1:3 1:3 1 : 1¼ 1
White Rice / Brown Rice 1. Use the measuring cup to measure uncooked rice. Overfill the cup, then level it off to get an accurate measurement. [Figure 2.1] 6. “REGULAR” rice texture is automatically selected. Optionally, tap TEXTURE to select “SOFT” or “HARD”. 7. Optionally, tap DELAY TIMER and use + and – to delay cooking for up to 24 hours. Cooking will automatically start after counting down. 8. Tap START to start the cooking function. 9.
Quick Rice 1. Use the measuring cup to measure uncooked rice. Overfill the cup, then level it off to get an accurate measurement. 2. Place rice in a separate container or fine mesh sieve. Wash rice until the water appears clear. 3. Transfer washed rice to the inner pot and add the appropriate amount of water. You can reference the water level markings printed on the inside of the inner pot. 4. Place the inner pot in the rice cooker. Close the lid. a.
Grains 1. Use the measuring cup to measure uncooked grains, such as quinoa. Overfill the cup, then level it off to get an accurate measurement. 2. Places grains in the inner pot and add the appropriate amount of water. You can reference the water level markings printed on the inside of the inner pot. 3. Place the inner pot in the rice cooker. Close the lid. a. Make sure that the inner lid and steam cap are properly installed. 4. Plug in the rice cooker. Tap GRAINS. “QUINOA” is automatically selected.
Steam 1. Add water to the inner pot up to the “STEAM” water level marking. 2. Place food in the steam basket, then place the steam basket in the inner pot. a. Do not overfill the steam basket. 3. Place the inner pot in the rice cooker. Close the lid. a. Make sure that the inner lid and steam cap are properly installed. Sauté 1. Place the inner pot in the rice cooker. You can leave the lid open or close the lid for faster preheating. 2. Plug in the rice cooker. Tap MODE three times to select “SAUTE”. 3.
Keep Warm 1. Place the inner pot in the rice cooker. Close the lid. a. Make sure that the inner lid and steam cap are properly installed. Delay Timer 1. Before cooking, tap DELAY TIMER to set a delay timer. a. You cannot set a delay timer in “KEEP WARM”, “SAUTE”, or “QUICK RICE” functions. 2. Plug in the rice cooker. Tap KEEP WARM. 3. Tap + and – to adjust the time. 4. Tap START to start the cooking function.
CARE & MAINTENANCE Note: • Always clean the inner pot and accessories after every use. • The inner pot has a nonstick coating for easy cleaning. • Do not use abrasive cleaners, metal scouring pads, or metal utensils on any part of the rice cooker, including inner pot and other accessories. These will scratch or damage their surfaces. • This rice cooker does not contain any userserviceable parts. For any repairs, contact Customer Support (see page 21). 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Solution The rice cooker will not turn on. Make sure the rice cooker is plugged into a powered outlet. The rice cooker has a plastic smell. Any rice cooker may have a plastic smell from the manufacturing process. This is normal. Follow the instructions for a Test Run (page 9) to decrease the plastic smell. If the plastic smell does not decrease, contact Customer Support (see page 21). Make sure the food to water ratio is correct.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT - PART 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
WARRANTY INFORMATION Product Name Model 5.0-Quart Rice Cooker CRC-R501-KUS For your own reference, we strongly recommend that you record your order ID and date of purchase. Date of Purchase Order ID TERMS & POLICY Arovast Corporation (“Arovast”) warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have any questions or concerns about your new product, please contact our helpful Customer Support Team. Arovast Corporation 1202 N. Miller St., Suite A Anaheim, CA 92806 Support Hours Mon–Fri, 9:00 am–5:00 pm PST/PDT Email: support@cosori.com Toll-Free: (888) 402-1684 *Please have your invoice and order ID ready before contacting Customer Support.
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