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ARC-9945B
Rice & Grain Multicooker
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VAN |MPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances,
including the following:
1
2.
Important: Read all instructions
carefully before first use.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the
handles or knobs.
Use only on a level, dry and heat-
resistant surface.
To protect against fire, electric shock
and injury to persons, do not immerse
power cord, plug or the appliance
in water or any other liquid. See
instructions for cleaning.
Close supervision is necessary when
the appliance is used by or near
children.
Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning. Allow unit fo cool
before putting on or taking off parts
and before cleaning the appliance.
Do not operate any appliance with
a damaged power cord or plug or
affer the appliance malfunctions or
has been damaged in any manner.
Contact Aroma® customer service for
examination, repair or adjustment.
The use of accessory attachments
not recommended by Aroma®
Housewares may result in fire,
electrical shock or injury.
Do not use outdoors.
. Do not let power cord fouch hot
surfaces or hang over the edge of a
counter or fable.
. Do not place on or near a hot gas or
electric burner or in a heated oven.
. Do ot use the appliance for anything
other than its intended use.
. Extreme caution must be used when
moving the appliance containing rice,
hot oil or other liquids.
. Do not touch, cover or obstruct the
steam vent on the top of the cooker
as it is extremely hot and may cause
scalding.
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Use only with a 120V AC power outlet.
Always unplug from the plug gripping
area. Never pull on the power cord.
The cooker should be operated on a
separate electrical circuit from other
operating appliances. If the electrical
circuit is overloaded with other
appliances, the appliance may not
operate properly.
. Always make sure the outside of the
inner pot is dry prior to use. If the inner
pot is returned to the cooker when wet,
it may damage or cause the product to
malfunction.
. Use extreme caution when opening the
lid during or after cooking. Hot steam
will escape and may cause scalding.
Rice should not be left in the inner pot
with the Keep Warm function on for
more than 12 hours.
To prevent damage or deformation, do
not use the inner pot on a stovetop or
burner.
To disconnect, turn any control to OFF,
then remove the plug from the wall
outlet.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, cook only in the removable inner
pot provided.
Do not wrap or tie power cord around
appliance.
Intended for countertop use only.
WARNING: Spilled food can cause
serious burns. Keep appliance and
power cord away from children.
Never drape power cord over edge
of counter, never use outlet below
counter, and never use with an
extension power cord.
To avoid spills and burns, do not carry
cooker by the lid handle.
CAUTION: Do not use for deep frying.
Do not immerse in water.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS .

& IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Short Cord Instructions
Ashort power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from it being
grabbed by children, and becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
WARNING
Spilled food can cause serious burns.
Keep appliance & cord away from children.
NEVER
+ Drape cord over edge of counter.
+ Use outlet below counter.
+ Use extension cord.
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.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,its service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order fo avoid a hazard.
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Parts Identification
Inner Pot
Rice Measi
Cup
rving Spatula
Lid Release
Handlle
Steam Vent
Cool-Touch Lid
Conde
Collector
ation
Digital Display
Stainless Steel
Body
Digital Control
Panel
Digital Controls
(®)
Turns the cooker on/off or
cancels a current function.
Keep Warm
Manually sefs o Keep
Warm, perfect for keeping
food at a ready-fo-serve
temperature.
Delay Timer
Allows for food to be ready
right when it's needed. Add
ingredients in the morning
and come home fo delicious
meals ready fo eat!
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Allows you to adjust times for
Steam, Delay Timer and Slow Cook.
Steam
Using the included steam tray,
steaming healthy sides and main
courses has never been easer.
Slow Cook
Slow cooks meals from 2 to 10
hours with the press of a button,
Brown Rice
Ideal for cooking brown rice
and ofher tough-fo-cook
whole grains fo perfection.
White Rice
Cooks fluffy, delicious rice
automatically
Oatmeal
Quick and healthy breakfast
with no need to stir. Use with the
Delay Timer o prepare oatmeal
overnight and have if ready-fo-
eatin the morning!
Risotto
Sautés food at high heat then
automatically switches to simmer
mode once liquid is added
Perfect for risotto, Spanish rice,
chil, sir-frys and much morel 5

BEFORE FIRST USE /\\
1. Read allinstructions and important safeguards.
2. Remove all packaging materials and check that
allitems have been received in good condition.
3. Tear up all plastic bags and dispose of them
properly as they can pose a risk to children.
4. Wash accessories in warm, soapy water. Rinse
and dry thoroughly.
5. Remove the inner pot from cooker and clean with
warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly
before returning to cooker.
6. Wipe cooker body clean with a damp cloth.
To CLEAN
1. Remove and empty the condensation collector.
2. Soakthe inner pot and all accessories or wash on
the top rack of the dishwasher.
3. Wipe cooker body clean with a damp cloth.
4. Thoroughly dry cooker body and all accessories.
5. Reassemble for next use.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Rice is too dry/hard after cooking.
Depending on how dry your rice is, add %z to 1
cup of water and stir thoroughly. Close the lid
and select the White Rice function once more.
When the cooker switches to Keep Warm,
open the lid and stir the rice to check the
consistency. Repeat as necessary until rice is
soft and moist.
Rice is too moist/soggy after cooking.
Use the serving spatula to stir the rice to
redistribute the bottom (moist) part of the rice
as well as release excess moisture. Close the
lid and allow the cooker o remain on Keep
Warm for 10-30 minutes as needed, opening
the lid and stirring periodically to release
excess moisture.

DISPLAY
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COOKING RICE
Using the provided measuring cup, add rice to
the inner pot.
Rinse rice to remove excess starch. Drain.
Fill with water to the line that matches the
number of cups of rice being cooked.
Place the inner pot info the cooker and close
the lid securely.
Plug the power cord into an available 120V AC
wall outlet.
Press the ((O) button to turn on the cooker.
Press White Rice or Brown Rice, depending
upon the fype of rice being cooked.
The cooking indicator light willilluminate and
the display will show a chasing pattern.
The cooker will count down the final 6 minutes
(white rice) and the final 10 minutes (brown
rice) of cook time.
. Once rice is finished, the cooker will beep and
automatically switch to Keep Warm.
For better results, stir the rice with the serving
spatula fo distribute any remaining moisture.
. When finished serving rice, turn the cooker off
by pressing the () button twice and unplug
the power cord.
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COOKING GRAINS
1. Using the provided measuring cup, add grains to
the inner pot.
2. Rinse grains with water fo remove excess starch.
Drain.
3. Fill the inner pot with water, referring fo the
"Multigrain & Water Measurement Table" on
page 11
4. Place the inner pot info the cooker and close the
lid securely.
5. Plug the power cord info an available 120V AC
wall outlet.
Press (&) to turn on the rice cooker. function
7. Press White Rice, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Risotto allo
button, depending on the type of grain being
cooked.
8. The indicator light williluminate and the digital
display will show a "chasing" pattern.
9. The digital display will show a countdown for the
final 10 minutes of cook time.
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10. Once cooking is complete, the rice cooker will h ak cycle
beep and automatically switch to Keep Warm.
1. When finished serving, turn the rice cooker off by
pressing the (&) button twice and unplug the
power cord. inth
Keep Warm fc
than 12 hours
Helpful

OATMEAL
Using the provided measuring cup, add oatmeal
to the inner pot.
Fill with water according to packaging
instructions.
Place the inner pot into the cooker and close the
lid securely.
Plug into an available 120V AC outlet.
Press () fo turn the cooker on.
Press Oatmeal to begin cooking.
The cooking indicator light will illuminate and the
digital display will show a "chasing" pattern.
Once cooking is complete, the rice cooker will
beep and automatically switch to Keep Warm.
When finished serving, turn the rice cooker off by
pressing the () button twice and unplug the
power cord.
RIsOTTO
Press () to turn on the cooker.
Press the Risotto button. The cooker will beep and
a chasing pattern will be in the display.
Add oil if desired for sautéing. Close lid and allow
to preheat for 2-4 minutes.
Open lid and add ingredients to sauté. Stir with a
long-handled wooden spoon.
When finished sautéing, add any other desired
ingredients and stir in liquid.
Close the lid and the cooker will automatically
reduce its heat and enter into simmer mode.
When the cooking cycle s finished, the cooker will
beep and automatically switch to Keep Warm.
When finished servmg the risotto, turn the cooker
ofi‘ by pressing the () button twice and unplug
he power cord.
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Caution:
Do not use the provided
serving spatula fo
sauté. It is not intended
to be used in contact
high temperatures.

Approx.
Uncooked
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Cooked
Cooking
Times
Rice Cups” | (inside pof) | Rice Yield*
*Cups referenced are with the included measuring cup
(1 Rice Measuring Cup = % U.S. Cup)
Use provided rice spatula or non-metal utensil
for serving fo prevent scratching the nonstick
inner pot.
Rinse rice
will h

Approx. Mex.
uncooked Cooked | Uncooked | Function | SooKing
Grain Yield | Grain* *
Arborio | 1Part 2Parts | 2Parts 2Cups Steam/ 1217 Min.
Risotto
Delay Timer
Barley 1Part 2Parts | 25Parts | %Cup & Brown 5 Hours
Rice
Bulgur | 1Part 2Parts | 25Parts | 2Cups Brown Rice | 35-50 Min,
Couscous | 1Part 1Port 2Parts 4Cups | WhiteRice | 29-60 Min.
Quinoa | 1Part 15Parts | 25Parts | 4Cups | WhiteRice | 32-48 Min.
Oatmeal | 1Part 25Parts | 2Parts 1cup Oatmeal 35-42 Min.
*Cups referenced are with the included measuring cup
(1 Rice Measuring Cup = % USS. Cup)
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SLow CooOK
12.
Add food to be slow cooked to the inner pot.
Place the inner pot into the cooker and close the lid
securely.
Plug the power cord into an available 120V AC wall
outlet.
Press the () button to turn on the cooker.
Press Slow Cook. The digital display will show a
flashing "2" to represent 2 hours of slow cook time.
Press (+) or (=) to increase or decrease cook time
by one hour, up to 10 hours. After 10 hours, it will
cycle back to 2 hours.
Once the desired cooking time is selected, the
cooker will beep to indicate it is setting at the
displayed time. The display will stop flashing to
indicate it has set.
. The digital display will count down in one hour
increments from the selected time.
Once the entered time has elapsed, the cooker will
beep and automatically switch to Keep Warm.
. Open the lid to check that food is done. If fully
cooked, remove food for serving.
. When finished serving, turn the rice cooker off by
pressing the () button twice and unplug the
power cord.
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Caution:
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Do not use the provided
serving spatula to slow
cook. It is not intended
to be used in contact
with high femperatures.

DELAY TIMER
. Once food begins cooking, a chasing pattern
. The cooker will count down the final cook time.
. Once rice or grain is finished, the cooker will
. For better results, stir the rice with the serving
. When finished serving rice, turn the cooker off
Using the provided measuring cup, add rice or N 01‘
grain
fo
the
inner
pot.
Je
to
the
ing time
Rinse rice fo remove excess starch. Drain.
If cooking rice or grain, refer to the "Rice &
Water Measurement Table" on page 10 or
the "Multigrain & Water Measurement Table"
on page 11 and fill with water accordingly. If
cooking oatmedl, fill with water according to
the package instructions.
Place the inner pot into the cooker and close
the lid securely.
Plug the power cord info an available 120V AC
wall outlet.
Press the (h) button fo turn on the cooker.
Press the Delay Timer button. Press (+) to
increase in one hour increments. It may be set
to have rice ready in 1to 15 hours for White Rice
or Oatmeal and 2 to 15 for Brown Rice.
Once the needed time is selected, press the
White Rice, Brown Rice or Oatmeal button,
depending on the type of grain being cooked.
The digital display will count down from the
time selected.
will appear in the display.
beep and automatically switch to Keep Warm.
spatula to distribute any remaining moisture.
by pressing the () button twice and unplug
the power cord.

STEAM
14.
Using the provided measuring cup, add 2 rice
measuring cups of water to the inner pot.
Place the inner pot info the cooker.
Place food to be steamed onto the provided
steam tray.
Place the steam tray info the cooker and close the
lid securely.
Plug the power cord info an available 120V AC
wall outlet.
Press the (h) button fo turn on the cooker.
Press the Steam button. The di%iial display will
show a flashing 5 to represent five minutes of
steam time.
Press (<) or (+) to increase or decrease steaming
time by one minute, up to 30 minutes. After 30
minutes, it will cycle back to five minutes.
Once the fime is selected, the cooker will beep
toindicate itis setfing at the displayed fime. The
display will stop flashing fo indicate it has set.
. When the water reaches a boil, the digital display
will count down in one minute increments from
the selected time.
. Once the selected time has passed, the cooker
will beep and switch to Keep Warm.
. Check fo see that steamed food is done. If
finished steaming, carefully remove food to
prevent overcooking. Wear a protective, heat-
resistant glove when removing to prevent possible
injury.
. When finished steaming, turn the cooker off by
pressing the (b) button fwice and unplug the
power cord.
Helpful
Hints:
ller foods ma

STEAM & COOK RICE
13.
. Using caution fo avoid escaping steam, open
. When food is finished steaming, remove the
. Once rice is finished, the cooker will beep and
. For best results, stir with the serving spatula fo
. When finished serving, turn the cooker off by
Using the provided measuring cup, add rice or
grain to the inner pot.
Rinse o remove excess starch. Drain.
Refer to the "Rice & Water Measurement
Table" on page 10 or the "Multigrain & Water
Measurement Table" on page 1 and fill with
water accordingly.
Place the inner pot into the cooker and close
the lid securely.
Plug the power cord info an available 120V AC
wall outlet.
Press the ((h) button to turn on the cooker.
Press White Rice or Brown Rice depending
upon the type of grain being cooked. "
farm for rr
The cooking indicator light willlluminate and prar
the display will show @ chasing pattern.
Place food to be steamed onto the provided
steam tray.
the lid.
. Place the steam tray into the cooker and close H el Pful
the lid securely.
steam fray. Use a protective, heat-resistant
glove when removing to avoid possible injury.
Allow the cooker to continue cooking. The
digital display will show a countdown for the
final 10 minutes of cook time.
automatically switch to Keep Warm.
distribute any remaining moisture.
pressing the (b) button twice and unplug the
power cord.

Steaming Tables
Helpful
Meat S e
Fish 25 Min.
Chicken 30 Min.
Pork 30 Min,
Medium = 25 Min
Beef Medium-Well = 30 Min.
Well = 33 Min
Vegetable Steaming Tak
Vegetable
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Asparagus 15-20 Min. ur
Broccoli 10-15 Min
Cabbage 10-15 Min
Carrots 15-20 Min
Cauliflower 10-15 Min
Corn on the Cob 20-25 Min
Green Beans 15-20 Min
Peas 15-20 Min.
Spinach 5-10 Min
Squash 15-20 Min.
Zucchini 15-20 Min.
Potatoes 25-30 Min
* When steaming, Aroma® recommends using 2
cups of water with the provided measuring cup.
16.

RECIPES
Frittata
1 small bell pepper, diced
1lb. small potato, peeled and sliced
% cup baby spinach leaves
Y2 zucchini, sliced into thin rounds
4 eggs
% cup half-and-half
2 tbsp cheddar cheese, grated
1tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper
Heat up the extra virgin olive oil in the inner pot by selecting the White
Rice function. Add the bell pepper, potato, spinach and zucchini once
the oil has been preheated. Close the lid and allow the veggies to cook,
stirring occasionally with a long-handled wooden spoon. In a separate
bowl, whisk together eggs, cheese, salt, pepper and half-and-half. Once
the vegetables are slightly softened, add in egg mixture. The cooker will
continue its cycle and automatically switch to Keep Warm. When the
frittata is ready, flip onto a plate and serve.
SERVES 6-8.
Green Chili Chicken Rice
1% cups white rice
3 cups chicken broth
2 thsp diced onion
Y2 tsp salt
1 10-0z. can chicken breast chunks,
with liquid
1 4-o0z. can diced green chiles,
with liquid
Place all ingredients into the inner pot and stir well. Place the inner pot
into the rice cooker, close the lid securely then press White Rice. Allow the
cycle to run until the cooker automatically switches to Keep Warm. Add
salt to taste. Stir and serve immediately as a main course.
SERVES 4.
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RECIPES
French Toast Casserole
6-8 Hawaiian sweet rolls
1tbsp melted butter
3 eggs
% cup half-and-half
1tsp cinnamon
1tsp vanilla extract
1tsp holney
Yatsp salt
Y4 cup crushed pecans
Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half and spread them evenly inside the inner
pot. In a separate bowl, whisk together butter, eggs, half-and-half,
cinnamon, vanilla extract, honey and salt. Stir in crushed pecans. Pour
the mixture over bread, then select the White Rice function. If additional
cooking is needed, use the White Rice cycle again. Serve with your
favorite syrup or toppings if desired.
SERVES 3-6.
Jambalaya
1 lb. spicy smoked sausage
1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
2cup cooked chicken, shredded
3 cups rice
3% cups chicken broth
1cup diced green chiles
4 tbsp creole seasoning
Cut the smoked sausage in half, lengthwise, then into 1/4” half circles. Add
all ingredients to the inner pot and mix well. Place the inner pot in the
cooker and close the lid. Select the White Rice function. The cooker will
automatically switch to Keep Warm once the meal is ready
SERVES 8.
For additional recipes, visit us at
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Aroma Housewares Company warrants its products
against defects in material and workmanship for one year
from the provable date of purchase in the United States.
Within this warranty period, Aroma Housewares Company
will repair or replace, at ifs discretion, defective parts af no
charge. Proof of the datte of purchase, such as the original
dated sales receipt, will be required with any request for
warranty repair or replacement. All liability is limited fo the
amount of the purchase price.
This warranty does not apply if the warranty period
expired; the product has been modified by any
unauthorized service center or personnel; the defect
was subject fo abuse, improper use not conforming fo
product manual instructions, or environmental conditions
more severe than those specified in the manual and
specification, neglect of the owner or improper installation;
the defect was subject fo Force Majeure such as flood, fire,
lightning, earthquake, other natural calamities, war. The
warranty excludes accessories and replacement parts
This warranty is void if the product is used for ofher than
single-family household use or subjected fo any voltage
and waveform other than as specified on the rating label
(e.g, 120V ~ 60H2)
Aroma's sole obligation under the warranty shall be fo
replace the defective product with a working one or a
similar model of equivalent value, if the same model is
not available, in the occurrence of any failure or defect
covered under the warranty during the warranty period
Refurbished items or items not purchased through an
authorized retailer are not eligible for warranty claims.
Transportation charges on parts, or products in whole,
submitted for repair or replacement, under this warranty,
must be borne by the purchaser.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, which may
vary from state to state, and does not cover areas outside
the United States.
SERVICE & SUPPORT
In the event of a warranty claim, or if service is required
for this product, please contact Aroma® customer service
toll-free at:
1-800-276-6286 | [email protected]
M-F, 8:30am-4:30pm, Pacific Time
www.AromaCo.com
Aroma Housewares Company
6469 Flanders Drive, San Diego, CA 92121, USA
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