Aroma ARC-700 Series User manual

Rice Cooker & Food Steamer
Instruction Manual
ARC-700 Series

Congratulations on your purchase of the Rice Cooker & Food
Steamer. It will surely become one of the most useful and versatile
appliances in your modern kitchen.
Please read all instructions before your first use.
Published By:
Aroma Housewares Co.
6469 Flanders Drive
San Diego, CA 92121
U.S.A.
1-800-276-6286
www.aromaco.com
© 2004 Aroma Housewares Company All rights reserved.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Important: Read all instructions carefully before first use.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or the appliance
itself in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow unit to cool
before putting on or taking off 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 manner. Return appliance
to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The appliance inlet must be dried before appliance is used again
8. Do not use attachments or accessories other than those supplied or
recommended by the manufacturer. Incompatible parts create a hazard.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
11. Do not place on or near a hot burner or in a heated oven.
12. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
13. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch
electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock. Metal-scouring pads may also
damage the finish.
14. Always unplug from the base of the wall outlet. Never pull on the cord.
15. Extreme caution should be exercised when using or moving the appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
16. The Rice Cooker should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other
operating appliances. If the electric circuit is overloaded with other appliances,
this appliance may not operate properly.
17. Store in a cool, dry place.
18. To disconnect, move the temperature controller to OFF position before
unplugging the wok from the electric outlet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
• Place the electric wok on a flat and heat-resistant surface, and use it in a well-
ventilated area.
• Do not place the wok too close to the edge of the table or countertop as the wok
might be knocked off.
• Extreme caution should be used if a longer cord needs to be used. Make sure it
is positioned safely so that nobody trips over it unintentionally.
• The heating base and the other parts might become very hot. Be sure to use the
handles and wear protective oven mitts or gloves.
• Check the handles on a regular basis to ensure that they are firmly attached to
the pans.
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SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care 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 great
as the electrical rating of the appliance.
b. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter
top or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other); follow
the instructions below:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug
in any way.
This applian e is for household use only.
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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Standard A essories:
1. Rice Cooker and Food Steamer
a. Cook and Warm indicator Lights
b. Cook Switch
2. Outer Body
c. Heating Plate
d. Thermo-Control Plate
e. Side Plug
3. Lid
4. Inner Pot
f. Water Measurement Lines (Liters/Cups)
5. Measuring Cup
6. Spoon
Optional A essories:
7. Steamer/ Egg Cooker
8. Steam Tray
9. Steam Rack
10. Plastic Tray
11. Pasta Basket
12. Egg Poacher
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HOW TO USE
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Before First Use:
1. Read all instructions and important safeguards.
2. Remove all packaging materials and make sure items are received in good
condition.
3. Tear up all plastic bags as they can pose a risk to children.
4. Wash accessories in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
5. Remove inner pot from rice cooker and clean with warm soapy water. Rinse and
dry thoroughly before returning to cooker.
6. Wipe body clean with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive leaners or s ouring pads.
Do not immerse the ri e ooker base, ord or plug in water at any time.
To Cook Ri e:
1. Using the measuring cup provided, measure and add rice to the pot. One full
level cup equals one cup.
2. Rinse rice in the inner pot until water becomes relatively clear.
3. Using the water measurement lines inside or the measuring cup, add appropriate
amount of water. A rice/water measurement chart has been included on page 6.
4. For softer rice, allow rice to soak for 10-20 minutes.
5. Replace lid and plug power cord into outlet.
6. Press switch down, to cook mode. The cook light will illuminate. When rice is
complete, it will automatically switch to warm mode and the warm light will
illuminate.
7. After cooking, allow rice to stand for 5-10 minutes without removing lid. This will
ensure that rice is cooked thoroughly.
To Steam Food:
1. Add the desired amount of water into the inner pot. A convenient steaming guide
has been included on page 7.
2. Place steam tray inside rice cooker.
3. Place food in tray and press switch to cook mode. When steaming is complete, it
will automatically switch to warm mode. We recommend keeping food on warm
no longer than 5-10 minutes to avoid over cooking.
CAUTION:
• Do not open lid when in use.
• If cooking pot is returned to cooker when wet, it will damage this product
causing it to malfunction.

HOW TO CLEAN
Always unplug unit and allow to cool completely before cleaning
1. Remove the inner cooking pot. Wash it in warm, soapy water using a sponge or
dishcloth.
2. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
3. Repeat process with steam tray, and other provided accessories.
4. Wipe the body of the rice cooker clean with a damp cloth.
Do not use harsh abrasive leaners or produ ts that are not onsidered safe
to use on non-sti k oatings.
This applian e is NOT dishwasher safe. Inner pot is NOT dishwasher safe.
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COOKING GUIDES
Ri e/Water Measurement Chart:
UNCOOKED
RICE
WATER WITH
MEASURING CUP
WATERLINE
INSIDE POT
APPROX COOKED
RICE YIELD
1 Cup 1-1/2 Cups Line 1 2 Cups
2 Cups 2-1/2 Cups LIne 2 4 Cups
3 Cups 3-1/2 Cups LIne 3 6 Cups
4 Cups 4-1/2 Cups Line 4 8 Cups
5 Cups 5-1/2 Cups Line 5 10 Cups
6 Cups 6-1/2 Cups Line 6 12 Cups
7 Cups 7-1/2 Cups Line 7 14 Cups
8 Cups 8-1/2 Cups Line 8 16 Cups
9 Cups 9-1/2 Cups Line 9 18 Cups
10 Cups 10-1/2 Cups Line 10 20 Cups
14 Cups 14-1/2 Cups Line 14 28 Cups
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NOTE
• When cooking brown or wild rice, add and additional 3/4 cup water.
• The measuring cup included is not an exact cup. Chart refers to cups of
rice/water based on the measuring cup provided.
HELPFUL HINTS:
1. Rinse rice to remove excess bran and starch. This will help reduce browning and
sticking to the bottom of the pot, but it may also reduce nutrients in rice.
2. If you have experienced any sticking due to the type of rice you are using, try
adding a light coating of vegetable oil or non-stick spray to the bottom of the inner
pot before adding rice.
3. This is only a general measuring guide. As there are many different kinds of rice
available (see About Rice on page 8), rice/water measurement may vary slightly.

COOKING GUIDES
STEAMING CHART
VEGETABLE AMOUNT OF WATER STEAMING TIME
Asparagus 1/2 Cup 10 Minutes
Broccoli 1/4 Cup 5 Minutes
Cabbage 1 Cup 15 Minutes
Carrots 1 Cup 15 Minutes
Cauliflower 1 Cup 15 Minutes
Corn 1 Cup 15 Minutes
Eggplant 1-1/4 Cup 20 Minutes
Green Beans 1 Cup 15 Minutes
Peas 1/2 Cup 10 Minutes
Spinach 1/2 Cup 10 Minutes
Squash 1/2 Cup 10 Minutes
Zucchini 1/2 Cup 10 Minutes
HELPFUL HINTS:
1. Since most vegetables only absorb a small amount of water, there is no need to
increase the amount of water with a larger serving of vegetables.
2. Always keep the lid closed during the entire steaming process. Opening the lid
causes a loss of heat and steam, resulting in a slower cooking time. If you find it
necessary to open the lid, you may want to add a small amount of water to help
restore the cooking time.
3. Altitude, humidity and outside temperature will affect cooking times.
4. The steaming chart is for reference only. Actual cooking time may vary.
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ABOUT RICE
Rice is a valuable source of low fat, complex carbohydrates and is abundant in
thiamin, niacin and iron. It is an essential ingredient for a healthy diet.
There are many different varieties of rice available in the market. Your Aroma Rice
Cooker can cook any type perfectly every time. Following are the commonly
available varieties of rice and their characteristics:
Long Grain Ri e
Typically this rice is not starchy and has loose, individual grains after cooking. The
"California" rice is soft; "Carolina" is a little firmer, and " asmine" is the firmest of
the long grain variety and is flavorful and aromatic.
Short Grain Ri e
Short grain is characteristically soft, sticky and chewy. This is the rice used to
make sushi. "California Rice" is soft; "Sweet Rice", often called "pearl" rice for its
round shape, is extra sticky and is excellent for making rice pudding.
Brown Ri e
Brown rice is often considered the most healthy variety. It has bran layers on the
rice grains and contains more B-complex vitamins, iron, calcium, and fiber than
polished (white) rice. The most popular brown rice is long grain and has a chewy
texture.
Wild Ri e
Wild Rice comes in many delicious varieties and mixes. Often it is mixed with long
grain rice for its firmer texture and rich brown to black color. Wild rice makes
wonderful stuffing for poultry when cooked with broth and mixed with your favorite
dried fruits.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Aroma Housewares Company warrants this product free from defects in material
and workmanship for one year from provable date of purchase in continental United
States.
Within this warranty period, Aroma Housewares Company will repair or replace, at
its option, defective parts at no charge, provided the product is returned, freight
prepaid with proof of purchase and U.S. $6.00 for shipping and handling charges
payable to Aroma Housewares Company. Before returning an item, please call the
toll free number below for return authorization number. Allow 2-4 weeks for return
shipping.
This warranty does not cover improper installation, misuse, abuse or neglect on the
part of the owner. Warranty is also invalid in any case that the product is taken apart
or serviced by an unauthorized service station.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and which may vary from state to state
and does not cover areas outside the United States.
AROMA HOUSEWARES COMPANY
6469 Flanders Drive
San Diego, California 92121
1-800-276-6286
M-F, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Pacific Time
Website: www.aromaco.com
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