all-clad NC00135210-02 User manual

ALL CLAD 4Qt RICE AND GRAIN COOKER
CUISEUR À RIZ ET À CÉRÉALES DE 4 PINTES
OLLA DE 4 CUARTOS PARA COCINAR ARROZ Y GRANOS ALL CLAD
Owner’s Guide - Model No. NC00135210-02
Guide d’utilisation - Modèle no. NC00135210-02
Guía del usuario - Modelo No. NC00135210-02
Read and save these instructions - Lisez et conservez ces instructions - Lea y conserve estas instrucciones
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .......................................................................................................................... p. 3
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION.............................................................................................................................. p. 6
BEFORE FIRST USE........................................................................................................................................... p. 8
GETTING YOUR APPLIANCE READY ...................................................................................................... p. 8
SETTINGS DESCRIPTION.............................................................................................................................. p. 9
RICE PROGRAMS: WHITE RICE, BROWNRICE, SUSHI RICE, RISOTTO.................................... p. 11
GRAINS .................................................................................................................................................................. p. 13
STEAM ................................................................................................................................................................... p. 15
SLOW COOK........................................................................................................................................................ p. 16
BROWN/SAUTÉ.................................................................................................................................................. p. 17
CHANGING SETTINGS DURING COOKING ......................................................................................... p. 18
TURNING OFF OF THE APPLIANCE......................................................................................................... p. 18
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR APPLIANCE ........................................................................................................ p. 19
TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................................................................... p. 20
RECIPES................................................................................................................................................................. p. 21
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................................................. p. 30

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord,plugs,or this appliance in question in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking o parts
and before cleaning the appliance.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any other manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair
or adjustment.
7. e use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
12. Always attach plug to appliance rst, then plug cord into the wall outlet.To disconnect, turn any control to “o”,
then remove plug from wall outlet.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
14. Intended for countertop use only.
15. WARNING: Spilled food can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from children. Never drape
cord over edge of counter, never use outlet below counter, and never use with an extension cord.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: To ensure continued protection against risk of electrical shock, connect to properly grounded outlets only.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is used to reduce the risk resulting from it being grabbed by children, becoming entangled
in, or tripping over a longer cord.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR
PURCHASE
All-Clad Metalcrafters created the original collection of professional cookware made with a patented metal bonding
process which eliminates uneven heating, an accomplishment that LED to All-Clad becoming the product chosen
for the kitchens of more four-star restaurants than any other. Still the only complete line of cookware made by an
American company with materials produced in its own mill, All-Clad has revolutionized the art of cooking since its
introduction.
With more than ten professional cookware collections featuring a variety of bonded metals and nishes, from high
grade aluminum and stainless steel to copper, All-Clad combines professional design with high performance for all
tastes and cooking styles.
e All-Clad cooking experience now extends to a focused selection of small electrical appliances, each designed
without compromise to make a noticeable dierence in both use and performance. Cooking connoisseurs now have
a wonderful opportunity to complete their kitchen with electrics by All-Clad, the undisputed original.
All-Clad Metalcrafters has an ongoing policy of research and development and may modify its products without
prior notice.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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a. Glass lid
b. Cooking pot
c. Body handle
d. Stainless steel housing
e. Control panel
f. Steam basket
g. Rice spoon
h. Rice measuring cup

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CONTROL PANEL
Digital screen including timer
LED indicating
that cooking is on LED indicating that Keep Warm is on
Buttons for increasing or decreasing time
Button for temperature setting
Delayed Start button
Start/Stop button
Cooking programs
Rotative knob
Position for o mode

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BEFORE FIRST USE
GETTING YOUR APPLIANCE READY
• Always read the operating instructions carefully before using the appliance for the rst time.
• Unpack the appliance.
• Remove all packaging materials from the inside of the appliance: plastic bags,accessories as well as the removable
power cord.
• Wipe the metal housing with a clean damp cloth.
• Rinse the cooking pot, the steam basket, the rice spoon and the measuring cup using gentle dish detergent.
Donot use harsh, abrasive, or chemical cleaners at any time.
• e accessories, cooking pot and the lid are dishwasher safe.
• Place your appliance on a at surface.
• Unroll the power cord; connect the cord to the appliance then to an outlet.
• Check that the cooking pot is correctly placed inside the appliance.
• Your appliance is now ready to start cooking.
ADDITIONNAL PRECAUTIONS
• Do not touch the heating element when the product is plugged-in or right after cooking.
• Do not carry the product when in use or just after cooking.
• is appliance is only intended for indoor use.
• Never put your hands above the lid holes as there can be some steam coming out.
• Do not remove the cooking pot while the appliance is on.
• Do not obstruct the holes of the lid during cooking.
• Do not use the cooking pot or steam basket for other purpose than with this appliance.
• Never use your appliance for deep frying.

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SETTINGS DESCRIPTION
e Grain and Rice cooker oers a mode specically designed to optimize Grains cooking, as well as 4 dierent
cooking modes for rice: White Rice, Sushi Rice, Brown Rice, Risotto. For all these programs the appliance
automatically adjusts its temperature and cooking time automatically for precise and consistent results to enhance
avor and texture for perfect rice and grains.
It is also a versatile kitchen appliance as these following programs can be selected: Steam, Slow Cook and Brown/Sauté.
When cooking is complete, the unit automatically switches to Keep Warm Mode (except for the Brown/Sauté
function) and food is maintained at the perfect temperature until ready to be served.
All Rice programs as well as the Grains program are automatic. Cooking time and temperature are dened by
the appliance.
NOTE: e automatic programs (White Rice, Brown Rice, Sushi Rice, Risotto and Grains) were optimized
to achieve perfect results for cooking only these rice and grains on their own. If you want to use these modes to
make a complete recipe using additional ingredients, we would recommend you to refer to the recipe directions
in order to adjust the amount of liquid and when to stop the cooking process according to your personal taste.
You can nd recipe examples at the end of this manual.
IMPORTANT:
• Never use metal utensils to prevent scratching the cooking pot coating. Always use wooden or plastic utensils.
• Ensure that the cooking pot is correctly positionned on the base of the appliance before each use.
• Always use heat protective gloves when removing the lid, the steam basket and the cooking pot from the
appliance.
• Always remove the lid slowly and carefully away from yourself to avoid scalding from escaping steam.
• Do not use a damaged or dented cooking pot. If it is, replace it before use.

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DELAYED START
• If you want to delay the cooking, choose the program and cooking time you want, then press the Delayed Start
button before pressing the Start/Stop button.
• To choose in how many hours you wish the cooking to start, adjust time with the + and – buttons.
• Once time is set, press the Start/Stop button. If for example you want cooking to start in 3 hours, the display
shows “03:00”and time is counting down.e LED of the Delayed Start button lights up. When the countdown
ends, the appliance starts the cooking program. e Delayed Start button will then turned o.
• is option is not possible with the Brown/Sauté program.
KEEP WARM
• e Keep Warm function is automatically activated at the end of all programs except Brown/Sauté, and is
displayed on the screen. e Keep Warm LED will light up when the function is on.
• e Keep Warm function can last up to 12 hours but the optimum duration for Keep Warm is 5 hours. After
these 5 hours, a slight coloration of the food in the bottom of the pot may appear.
• At the end of 12 hours, the appliance will automatically shut down.
• e Keep Warm function is automatic and cannot be selected manually.
• You can stop the Keep Warm function by pressing the Start/Stop button.
Here are the possible settings for the other programs:
Programs Cooking time Temperature Keep Warm Delayed Start
Range Setting Setting
Slow Cook 30 min to 9 h 30 min LO (185°F) - HI (210°F) Yes Yes
Steam 5 min to 3 h 1 min -Yes Yes
Brown/Sauté 5 min to 2 h 5 min 210°F/250°F/320°F No No

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• Open the lid of the appliance.
• e measurement markings on the inside of the pot are used for measuring the amount of water when cooking rice
• e plastic measuring cup provided with your appliance is for measuring rice, not water. 1 level measuring cup
of rice weighs about 5.6 oz (around 145 g).
• e maximum quantity of water + rice should not exceed the highest mark inside the pot. Never add ingredients
or water higher than the highest level mark.
• Measure out the rice and rinse it thoroughly under running water in a sieve until water runs clear (except for
risotto rice which should not be rinsed). en place the rice in the cooking pot and ll it with water to the
corresponding water level. Always put rice rst in the pot, and then water.
• Make sure that the rice is well distributed around the whole surface of the cooking pot in order to allow even
cooking.
• Add salt to your personal taste if required.
• Water may be substituted for stock. If using stock, there is the risks of rice browning a bit on the bottom.
• Put the lid on.
• Press any button to wake up the appliance from stand by mode.e display will blink and show a circular frame.
• Using the rotative button, select one of the 4 rice programs.
• e LED corresponding to the chosen program will then light up.
• Press the Start/Stop button to start cooking: you do not need to select a time or temperature, as the cooking is
automatic. e appliance will beep.
• Do not open the lid during cooking as steam will escape and this will aect the cooking time and the taste.
• Please note that no time is displayed on the control panel for the automatic programs. Yet, in the last 8 to 12
minutes of cooking, a countdown will appear.
RICE PROGRAMS: WHITE RICE,
BROWN RICE, SUSHI RICE, RISOTTO

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• At the end of cooking, the product switches to Keep Warm. e appliance will beep 3 times and the time will
start counting up.
• Open the lid. Remove the cooking pot. Stir the rice with the rice spoon to separate grains.
COOKING TIPS:
Some rice varieties may require more water for cooking such as wild rice. Add a little extra water if you want your
rice to be uer or a little less water if you want it to be rmer. Refer to the indications on the packaging or use
the cooking guide for rice below.
COOKING GUIDE FOR RICE
Rice type Rice measurement Water level in cooking pot
(including rice) Serves Approximate cooking time
White rice 2 cups 2 cup mark 3 to 4 pers 30-40 min
White rice 6 cups 6 cup mark 8 to 10 pers 35-45 min
White rice 8 cups 8 cup mark 12 to 14 pers 75-85 min
Sushi rice 2 cups 2 cup mark 3 to 4 pers 35-45 min
Sushi rice 6 cups 6 cup mark 8 to 10 pers 40-50 min
Sushi rice 8 cups 8 cup mark 12 to 14 pers 75-85 min
Brown rice* 2 cups 2 cup mark 3 to 4 pers 60-70 min
Brown rice* 6 cups 6 cup mark 8 to 10 pers 70-80 min
Brown rice* 8 cups 8 cup mark 12 to 14 pers 75-85 min
Risotto 2 cups 2 cup mark 3 to 4 pers 30-40 min
Risotto 6 cups 6 cup mark 8 to 10 pers 35-45 min
Risotto 8 cups 8 cup mark 12 to 14 pers 75-85 min
*Parboiled brown rice

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GRAINS
Grains provide a healthy boost of vitamins, minerals, ber, antioxidants and phytonutrients.
is program has been optimized for Bulgur Wheat, Semolina/Polenta, Quinoa, Amaranth, Barley, Oats (steel cut).
• Measure out the grains with the measuring cup.
IMPORTANT: It is crucial to respect the maximum grains quantity provided in the table below to reach
perfect cooking results. is guarantees the appliance’s safety.
• Place them in the pot together with the corresponding quantity of water (according to the cooking table on the
following page. For grains do not follow the pots markings to measure out water quantity).
• Make sure that the grains are well distributed around the whole surface of the bowl, in order to allow even
cooking.
• Put the lid on except for oats.
• Press any button to wake up the appliance from stand by mode. e display will blink and show a circular frame.
• Using the rotative button, select the Grains program. e corresponding LED lights up.
• Press the Start/Stop button to start cooking: you do not need to select a time or temperature, as the cooking is
automatic. e appliance will beep once.
• It is not recommended to open the lid during cooking as steam will escape and this will aect the cooking time
and the taste (except for oats).
• At the end of cooking, the product switches to Keep Warm. e appliance will beep 3 times and the time will
start counting up.
• You can stop the Keep Warm function by pressing the Start/Stop button.

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Type
ofgrain
Grain
measurement
(With measuring cup)
Water
measurement
(With measuring cup)
Servings
estimate Approximate cooking time Cooking tips
Quinoa
2 cups 4 cups 4 pers 35-45min • Stir at the end of cooking.
• Leave for a few minutes in Keep Warm to let steam evaporate and
enhance avors.
3 cups 6 cups 6 pers 40-50 min
4 cups 8 cups 8 pers 45-55 min
Barley 1 cup 3 cups 4 pers 70-80 min • We advise you to stir during cooking. For the best texture, Barley
needs to be soaked in water for 1 night before cooking.
Oats
(steel cut)
1 cup 4 cups 4 pers 75-85 min • Cook without lid.
• Stir at the end of cooking.
• Note that the cooking times will be shorter if you replace water with milk.
1.5 cup 6 cups 6 pers 70-90 min
2 cups 8 cups 8 pers 80-90 min
Amaranth
2 cups 6 cups 6 pers 45-55 min • Stir at the end of cooking.
3 cups 9 cups 9 pers 50-60 min
4 cups 12 cups 12 pers 55-65 min
Bulgur
2 cups 4 cups 4 pers 35-45 min • Stir at the end of cooking.
• Leave for a few minutes in Keep Warm to let steam evaporate and
enhance avors.
3 cups 6 cups 6 pers 40-50 min
4 cups 8 cups 8 pers 50-60 min
Semolina/
Polenta
1 cup 3 cups 4 pers 25-35 min • Stir at the end of cooking.
2 cups 6 cups 8 pers 35-45 min
3 cups 9 cups 12 pers 50-60 min
4 cups 12 cups 16 pers 70-80 min
COOKING GUIDE FOR GRAINS
NOTE: Depending on the type and quantity of grain, cooking can last from 25 minutes up to 1.30 hour.

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e steam function is great for healthy and tasty recipes.Steaming is a great way to retain a maximum of vitamins
and valuable nutrients, which makes it perfect for any type of greens.
• Fill water in the pot until the Steam level mark.
• Put the ingredients in the steam basket.
• Place the steam basket inside the cooking pot.
• Put the lid on.
• Press any button to wake up the appliance from stand by mode.e display will blink and show a circular frame.
• Using the rotative button, select the Steam program. e corresponding LED lights up.
• A default time is blinking on the screen (00:45 = 45 minutes): you can increase time by pressing the + button or
decrease it by pressing the – button. e time setting ranges from 5 minutes to 3 hours.
• Once time is set, press the Start/Stop button to start cooking. e appliance will beep once.
• Do not open the lid during cooking as steam will escape and this will aect the cooking time and the taste.
• At the end of cooking, the product will switch to Keep Warm.e appliance will beep 3 times and the time will
start counting up.
• You can stop the Keep Warm function by pressing the Start/Stop button.
NOTES:
• Keep the glass lid on while cooking. If not, steam will be lost and it will extend the cooking time.
• Do not let the cooking bowl boil dry during steaming, make sure there is always water at the bottom of it during
cooking.
• Do not use the steam basket without liquid at the bottom of the pot or for any other purpose than steaming.
• Please note that the smaller the pieces of food you place in the steam basket, the faster they will cook and the
better the results will be.
STEAM

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Slow cooking is a great way to prepare a delicious meal when you don’t have much time to spend in your kitchen.
Also, avor can infuse over time and provide deeper results than with any other method.
• Place the ingredients in the cooking pot.
• Place the lid on.
• Press any button to wake up the appliance from stand by mode.e display will blink and show a circular frame.
• Using the rotative button, select the Slow Cook program. e corresponding LED lights up.
• You can choose between Low (LO) or High temperature (HI) by pressing the Temp button. By default, the LO
mode is blinking on the screen showing “LO”.
• If you want to modify the cooking time, you rst have to have it appear on the screen: to do so, press the + or
– buttons. You can then see the default time on the screen (4 hours). You can modify it by pressing the + or –
buttons. e time setting ranges from 30 minutes to 9 hours.
• Press the Start/Stop button to start cooking. e appliance will beep once.
• Do not open the lid during cooking as steam will escape and this will aect the cooking time and the taste.
• At the end of cooking, the product switches to Keep Warm. e appliance will beep 3 times and the time will
start counting up.
• You can stop the Keep Warm function by pressing the Start/Stop button.
NOTE: Cooking time may vary depending on ingredients, quantities in recipes and whether the cooking pot and
its ingredients are hot (if you used the Brown/Sauté setting prior to Slow cooking for example).
SLOW COOK

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is function allows to sauté food and to make the ingredients even tastier and tender.
• Place the ingredients in the cooking pot.
• Press any button to wake up the appliance from stand by mode.e display will blink and show a circular frame.
• Using the rotative button, select the Brown/Sauté program. e corresponding LED lights up.
• e default temperature (250°F) is displayed on the screen, you can change it by pressing the Temp button:
choose among 3 proposed temperatures: 210°F, 250°F, or 320°F.
• If you want to modify the cooking time, you rst have to have it appear on the screen: to do so, press the +
or– buttons. You can then see the default time on the screen (15 min). You can modify it by pressing the + or –
buttons. e time setting ranges from 5 minutes to 2 hours.
• Press the Start/Stop button to start cooking. e appliance will beep once.
• Add fat (oil or butter: 3 tbsp. maximum) and leave to melt for a few minutes.
• Add the ingredients. Stir from time to time and sauté them until they get golden-coloured.
• At the end of cooking, the appliance will beep 3 times and move to stand by mode.
• Please note there is no Keep Warm nor Delayed Start for this function.
NOTE: Please be careful of splashes when adding wet food in a fat that is warm.
BROWN/SAUTÉ

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• is function is not allowed for any of the automatic programs (rice and grains). It only works for the Steam,
Slow Cook and Brown/Sauté functions.
• In case you want to change the temperature during cooking, press the Temp button.e value on the screen will
blink. Press the Temp button again until you reach the desired temperature.
• In case you want to change the cooking time, press the + or – buttons and choose the new time.
• After a few seconds, the new settings will be validated and cooking will go on accordingly.
NOTE: If you keep pressing the +, - or Temp buttons for more that 1 second, values will be displayed more quickly.
CHANGING SETTINGS DURING COOKING
• Turn the rotative knob to the OFF position.
• e appliance beeps and the screen displays “OFF’’ for 3 seconds. It is now completely o.
• After 5 minutes without any action, the appliance turns o automatically.
TURNING OFF OF THE APPLIANCE

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• Always make sure the appliance is unplugged and completely cooled down before cleaning.
• Clean the housing with a damp and soft cloth. Do not use abrasive sponge as it may scratch the glossy surface.
• e control panel must be carefully cleaned with a sponge that is not too wet.
• Clean the cooking pot and the accessories. If food is stuck at the bottom of the removable cooking pot, ll it with
hot, soapy water and leave to stand for approximately 10 minutes before cleaning.
• e lid, inner cooking pot and all accessories (spatula, cup, and steam basket) are dishwasher safe. Do not use a
scourer to clean the pot as it can damage the nonstick coating in the pot.
IMPORTANT :
• Do not immerse the appliance in any liquid. Always use the cooking pot provided. Do not pour water or food
directly into the appliance without the cooking pot on.
• If you inadvertently immerse your appliance in water or spill water directly on the heating element (when the
pot is not in place), take it to your service center for repair.
• Clean your appliance after each use.
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR APPLIANCE

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSES SOLUTIONS
Control panel lights o and no heating Appliance not plugged in. Check that the power cord is plugged to a working wall outlet. Check that the power cord
isrmly pushed into the base of the appliance.
Control panel lights o and heating. Problem with the connection of the indicator
light or indicator light is damaged. Send to an authorized service centre for repair.
Rice half cooked or overcooked. Too much or not enough water compared to rice
quantity.
Refer to the cooking guide table in the user
manual for correct water quantity (page 12).
Change type or brand of rice used.
Rice half cooked. Insuciently simmered.
Incorrect quantity of water used. See the cooking
guide table in the user manual for water quantity
(page 12). Always add water to the cooking pot
after adding the rice.
E1 e temperature sensor under the pot is damaged. Stop the appliance and restart the program. If the problem continues, please send to an authorized
service center for repair.
"Automatic keep warm fails (product
stays in cooking program, or no heating)." Send to the authorized service center for repair.