Aroma ARC-760-NGRP manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Aroma ® 20-Cup Rice Cooker and Food Steamer . In no time at all, you’ll be making fantastic, r estaurant-quality rice with a push of the switch! Whether long, medium or short grain, this cooker is specially calibrated to prepare all varieties of rice, including tough-to-cook whole grain br own rice, to [...]

SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS 1 Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances, including the following: 1. Important: Read all instructions carefully befor e rst use. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the handles or knobs. 3. Use only on a level, dry and heat-resistant surface. 4. T o pr ot[...]

SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS (CONT .) 2 13. Extr eme caution must be used when moving the appliance containing rice, hot oil or other liquids. 14. Do not touch, cover or obstruct the steam vent on the top of the rice cooker as it is extr emely hot and may cause scalding. 15. Use only with a 120V AC power outlet. 16. Always unplug[...]

3 1. A short power -supply cord is pr ovided to reduce the risks r esulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. 2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if car e is exercised in their use. 3. If a longer extension cord is used: a. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as gr eat a[...]

4 warm cook Inner Pot Steam T ray Measuring Cup Serving Spatula Steam V ent Handle T empered Glass Lid W arm Indicator Light Cook Switch Cook Indicator Light P AR TS IDENTIFICA TION 4[...]

5 BEFORE FIRST USE 1. Read all instructions and important safeguards. 2. Remove all packaging materials and check that all items have been received in good condition. 3. T ear up all plastic bags as they can pose a risk to children. 4. Wash lid and accessories in warm, soapy water . Rinse and dry thoroughly . 5. Remove the inner cooking pot from ri[...]

6 • If you misplace the measuring cup, a ¾ standard US cup is an exact replacement. • T o add more avor to rice, try substituting a favorite meat or vegetable broth or stock. The ratio of broth/stock to rice will be the same as water to rice. • For approximate rice cooking times and suggested rice/water ratios, see the “Rice/ Water Meas[...]

7 TO COOK RICE (CONT .) Plug the cord into an available outlet. warm cook Press the COOK SWITCH to begin cooking. 7 warm cook The COOK indicator light will illuminate as the rice cooker begins cooking the rice. 8 warm cook 6 Place the tempered glass lid securely onto the rice cooker . warm cook 5 warm cook When rice is ready , the COOK SWITCH will [...]

8 NOTE • Brown rice takes longer to cook and requir es more water than white rice due to the extra bran layers on the grains. The water lines in the inner pot are meant for white rice only . Please see the chart above for brown rice/water ratios. • Brown rice, wild rice and rice mixes vary in their make-up. Some variations may requir e longer c[...]

9 TO STEAM Place the inner cooking pot into the rice cooker . Place food to be steamed onto the steam tray . 3 cook warm Place the steam tray into the rice cooker . 4 warm cook 2 Using the provided measuring cup, add 2 cups water to the inner cooking pot. 1 • Smaller foods may be placed on a heat-proof dish and then placed onto the steam tray . P[...]

10 Plug the cord into an available outlet. warm cook warm cook warm cook warm cook Once the suggested amount of time has passed, carefully remove the lid and check food for doneness. T o prevent overcooking, r emove steamed food immediately once it is cooked. If food is fully cooked, push the COOK SWITCH up to switch the rice cooker to Keep-Warm. U[...]

11 TO STEAM FOOD & SIMUL T ANEOUSL Y COOK RICE Using caution to avoid escaping steam, remove the lid. cook warm Place steam tray onto the rice cooker . 11 warm cook Replace the lid securely on top of the rice cooker . 12 warm cook 10 Place food to be steamed onto the steam tray . 9 • Refer to the steaming tables for meats and vegetables on pa[...]

12 If food is nished steaming, carefully remove steam tray . It will be hot. cook warm warm cook For best results, stir the rice with the serving spatula to distribute any remaining moisture. When nished serving rice, turn the rice cooker off by unplugging the power cord. 17 18 warm cook Allow rice cooker to continue cooking rice. 15 warm coo[...]

13 STEAMING T ABLES MEA T STEAMING TIME SAFE INTERNAL TEMPERA TURE Fish 25 Min. 140° Chicken 30 Min. 165° Pork 30 Min. 160° Beef Medium = 25 Min. Medium-Well = 30 Min. Well = 33 Min. 160° Meat Steaming T able VEGET ABLE STEAMING TIME Asparagus 20 Minutes Broccoli 15 Minutes Cabbage 25 Minutes Carrots 25 Minutes Cauliower 25 Minutes Corn 25 M[...]

14 CAUTION • The rice cooker will not switch to Keep-Warm until all liquid is boiled away . Follow the recipe carefully and do not leave the rice cooker unattended . Plug the cord into an available outlet. warm cook 4 Add ingredients to the inner cooking pot. Place the tempered glass lid securely onto the rice cooker . Place the inner cooking pot[...]

15 The COOK indicator light will illuminate as the rice cooker begins cooking. warm cook When nished serving, turn the rice cooker off by unplugging the power cord. 9 warm cook Using caution to avoid escaping steam, remove the lid and stir occasionally with a long-handled wooden spatula. 7 warm cook Once food is fully cooked, push the COOK SWITC[...]

16 NOTE • Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or products that are not consider ed safe to use on nonstick coatings. • If washing in the dishwasher , a slight discoloration to the inner pot and accessories may occur . This is cosmetic only and will not affect performance. • Any other servicing should be performed by Aroma ® Hou[...]

17 TROUBLESHOOTING Because rice varieties may vary in their make-up, results may dif fer . Below are some troubleshooting tips to help you achieve the desired consistency . Rice is too dry/hard after cooking. If your rice is dry or hard/chewy when the rice cooker switches to Keep-W arm, additional water and cooking time will soften the rice. Depend[...]

18 Rice is the perfect foundation for today’ s healthier eating. It is a nutrient-dense complex carbohydrate that supplies energy , ber , essential vitamins and minerals and benecial antioxidants. Rice combines well with other healthy foods such as vegetables, fruits, meat, seafood, poultry , beans and soy foods. Nearly 88% of rice consumed[...]

19 • Rice is the primary dietary staple for more than half of the world’ s population. • U.S. grown rice is the standard for excellence and accounts for nearly 88% of the rice consumed in America. It is gr own and harvested by local farmers in ve south-central states and California. • Rice contains no sodium, cholesterol, trans fats or g[...]

20 Game Day Chili Cheese Dip RECIPES Place the onion, oil and garlic in the inner cooking pot. Press the COOK SWITCH and sauté for 3 minutes. Use a large wooden spoon to gently stir as the onion and garlic cook. Add the chili, salsa, olives, cream cheese and cheddar cheese. Stir to combine all of the ingredients, place the lid securely onto the ri[...]

21 Jambalaya Cut the smoked sausage in half, lengthwise, then into ¼” half circles. Add all ingredients to the inner cooking pot and mix well. Place inner cooking pot in the rice cooker and place the lid securely onto the rice cooker . Press the COOK SWITCH. The rice cooker will automatically switch to Keep-Warm once the meal is r eady . Serves [...]

22 Aroma Housewares Company warrants this pr oduct free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from provable date of pur chase in the United States. Within this warranty period, Aroma Housewares Company will r epair or replace, at its option, defective parts at no charge, provided the product is r eturned, freight prepaid with pr oof[...]