Bella PRO series User manual

20 CUP RICE COOKER
Instruction Manual
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Important Safeguards......................................................................................................2-3
Additional Important Safeguards.................................................................................. 4-6
Notes on the Plug ................................................................................................................7
Notes on the Cord................................................................................................................7
Plasticizer Warning..............................................................................................................7
Electric Power.......................................................................................................................7
Getting to Know Your 20 Cup Rice Cooker................................................................... 8-9
Before Using for the First Time .......................................................................................10
Operating Instructions .................................................................................................10-11
Rice: White / Brown / Quick / Risotto ......................................................................... 12-13
Rice Cooking Charts .....................................................................................................14-16
Saute / Steam / Soup / Lentils / Slowcook / Desserts / Delay / Warm ........................17
User Maintenance Instructions........................................................................................18
Trouble Shooting ...............................................................................................................19
Care & Cleaning Instructions ...........................................................................................20
Storing Instructions...........................................................................................................20
USDA Cooking Guidelines................................................................................................21
Recipe Guide .................................................................................................................22-27
Warranty .............................................................................................................................28
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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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 base unit in water or other liquid.
4. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by
or near children.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before cleaning or storing this appliance.
7. Do not operate the any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
Contact Consumer Service for examination, repair or adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
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11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot oil or other hot liquids. To protect against damage or electric
shock, do not cook in the base unit. Cook only in the removable
cooking pot provided.
13. To disconnect, press the WARM/CANCEL button, then remove plug
from the wall outlet.
14. Never yank the cord to disconnect the appliance from the outlet, it
could damage the cord. Instead, grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
15. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
16. When programming the 24 HOUR DELAY function for more than
2 hours, for food safety, do not place perishable foods in the
cooking pot.
17. Do not use aluminum cover or cooking pot if dented or worn.
WARNING: Never deep-fry or pressure-fry in the Rice Cooker,
regardless of whether the lid is on or off. THIS IS DANGEROUS, AND
CAN CAUSE A FIRE AND SERIOUS DAMAGE.
18 Intended for countertop use only.
19. 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.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping
steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk
of burns, res or other injury to persons or damage to property.
1. A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety
instructions is not qualied to operate this appliance. All users of this
appliance must read and understand this instruction manual before
operating or cleaning this appliance.
2. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water,
unplug it from the wall outlet immediately. Do not reach into
the water!
3. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. To avoid
electric shock, never immerse or rinse this appliance in water or any
other liquid.
4. When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and
on all sides for air circulation. Do not operate this appliance while it
is touching or near curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dishtowels or
other ammable materials.
5. Do not place this Rice Cooker directly under kitchen wall cabinets
when in use, as it produces steam. Avoid reaching over the steam
valve while in use.
6. To reduce the risk of re, do not leave this appliance unattended
during use.
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7. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, press the
WARM/CANCEL button, then immediately unplug the cord. Do not
use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance!
8. The cord to this appliance should only be plugged into a 120V AC
electrical outlet.
9. Do not use this appliance in an unstable position.
10. Do not use the cooking pot if dented, bent, or damaged.
11. Do not use the KEEP WARM function to reheat cold rice or
other foods.
12. Avoid electric shock by unplugging the Rice Cooker before washing or
adding water.
13. To avoid burns, stay clear of the steam vent during cooking.
14. Never use the cooking pot on a gas or electric cooktop or on an
open ame.
15. Do not leave the plastic rice paddle or rice measuring cup in
thecooking pot while the Rice Cooker is in use.
16. Open lid carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to drip into
Rice Cooker.
17. To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in the cooking pot. Do
not pour liquid directly into the Rice Cooker body.
18. Do not use while standing in a damp area.
19. Do not leave cooked rice in the Rice Cooker on KEEP WARM mode for
longer than 4 hours.
20. Never use sharp objects inside the cooking pot as this will damage
the non-stick coating.
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21. Never attempt to open the lid while cooking, or before the pressure
has dropped. Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature by forcing
the lid open.
22. Do not cover or block the valves.
23. Do not touch the pot or lid except for the handle immediately after
use. Whenever the product is in use, only touch the handle, do not
touche the pot or lid.
24. To avoid burns, allow the food to cool before tasting. The temperature
of the food gets considerably hotter than with conventional cooking.
25. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use oven gloves or a cloth when opening
the lid or handling hot containers as hot steam will escape.
26. Do not move the appliance while in use.
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NOTES ON THE PLUG
This appliance has a grounded 3-prong plug. Connect to a properly
grounded outlet only. If the plug does not t fully into the outlet, contact a
qualied electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way
NOTES ON THE CORD
The provided short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord)
should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled
in or tripping over a longer cord. Do not use an extension cord with
this product.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance
may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical
circuit from other appliances.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR 20 CUP RICE COOKER
1. Stainless Steel Base Unit
2. Backlit LED Display
3. Non-Stick Cooking Pot
4. Lid Cover
5. Lid
6. Lid Handle
7. Steam Vent
8. Push Button to Open Lid
9. Lid Lock
10. Steam Tray
11. Rice Measuring Cup
12. Rice Paddle
13. Control Panel
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