Cook's essentials K39960/EPCM-55 Technical specifications

5.5Qt.
Smart n' Healthy
Cooker
Model K39960/EPCM-55
INSTRUCTION MANUAL & RECIPES
Before operating your new appliance, please read all
instructions carefully and keep for future reference. 1
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ABLE OF CONTENTS
SHORT CORD PURPOSE
3-PRONG PLUG
SHORT CORD PURPOSE/3 PRONG PLUG ______________ 1
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS _______________________ 2-3
PARTS IDENTIFICATION __________________________ 4
ABOUT YOUR UNIT ~ BEFORE FIRST USE _____________ 5-7
HOW TO SET THE RELEASE VALVE __________________ 8
PREPARING YOUR COOKER _______________________ 9-10
CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY ________________________ 11
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS _______________________ 12-17
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE _______________________ 18-19
COOKING TIME CHART ~ RECIPES ___________________ 20-35
WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SERVICE __________________ 36-37
NOTE: A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is
exercised in their use.
If an extension cord is used: (1) the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least
as great as the electrical rating of the product; (2) the extension cord should be arranged so that it
will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can unintentionally be pulled on or tripped over
by
children or pets.
If this appliance is equipped with a
3 prong plug , please follow the below instructions:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into a 3 prong plug outlet only in one
direction. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use the 3 prong plug with
an extension cord unless the plug can be fully inserted into the extension cord. Do not alter the plug
of the product or any extension cord being used with this product. Do not attempt to defeat the
safety purpose of the 3 prong plug.

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DDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed:
1. Read all instructions before operation.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock，do not
immerse cord, plugs, or state specific part or
parts in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or
taking off parts.
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 use of accessory attachments not
recommended by the appliance manufacturer
may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors (this item may be omitted if
the product is specifically intended for outdoor use).
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 first, then plug
cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn
any control to off , then remove plug from wall
outlet.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended
use.
14. A short detachable power-supply cord should
be used to reduce the risk resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer
cord.
15. Longer detachable power-supply cords are
available and may be used if care is exercised
in their use.
16. If a longer detachable power-supply cord is
used:
(1) The marked electrical rating of the cord
set should be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance.
(2) The cord should be arranged so that it will
not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or
tripped over unintentionally.
17. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the
extension cord should be a grounding-type
3-wire cord.
18. Do not operate while unattended.
19. DO NOT allow children to operate under any
circumstance.
20. Do not place the cooker in a heated oven or
on a stove top.
21. Extreme caution must be used when moving
a cooker containing hot liquids.
22. Do not use cooker for other than intended
use.
23. Never immerse product in water or other
liquids.
24. Make certain unit is properly closed before
operating. See Operating Instructions.
25. Do not fill the unit over 3/4 full. When cooking
foods that expand during cooking such as
rice or dried vegetables, do not fill the unit
over 1/2 full. Over filling may cause a risk of
clogging the vent. Failure to follow this
procedure can result in injury to person(s)
and/or damage to the unit.
26. Be aware that certain foods, such as
applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley,
oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles,
macaroni, rhubarb, or spaghetti can foam,
froth, sputter, and clog the Release Valve
(steam vent). These foods should not be
cooked in this cooker.
27. Always check the release valve for clogging
before use.
28. Do not use this cooker to fry with oil.
29. DO NOT place the product near flammable
materials or use in a humid environment.
30. DO NOT damage the Rubber Seal Ring and
DO NOT replace it with anything other than
the replacement Ring designated for this unit.
31. Clean the Filter regularly to keep the cooker
clean.
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DDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
32. NEVER use additional weight on the Release
Valve or replace the Release Valve with anything
not intended for use with this unit.
33. The surface of contact between the Inner Pot
and the Electronic Heater should always be
clean. DO NOT use the Inner Pot with other
heating sources. DO NOT replace the Inner Pot
with a container other than what is
recommended by the manufacturer.
34. The Inner Pot consists of a non-stick surface. To
avoid scratching the non-stick surface, please
use wooden or plastic utensils.
35. Food should not be kept warm for more than 8-
10 hours in order to maintain the freshness of
the food.
36. The cooker should not be used for cooking more
than 6 hours continuously.
37. Serious Injury and/or damage may occur if any
safeguards are ignored.
38. If there is any malfunction of the cooker during
the cooking process, please stop using the
device and return to the manufacturer for repair
or exchange under the warranty.
39. DO NOT disassemble the product, or replace
parts with parts not intended for this unit.
40. A short detachable power-supply cord should be
used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
41. Longer detachable power-supply cords are
available and may be used if care is exercised in
their use.
42. If a longer detachable power-supply cord is used:
1) The marked electrical rating of the
cord set should be at least as great
as the electrical rating of the
appliance.
2) The cord should be arranged so that
it will not drape over the countertop
or tabletop where it can be pulled on
by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
43. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the
extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire
cord.
SAFETY WARNING: There is a potential risk of fire,
electric shock or injury to persons if the product is
not used as instructed. Protection against electric
shock is assured only if the main power cord is
connected to a properly grounded 120V | 60Hz
power receptacle.
•This product is to be used in an indoor
environment only and is not intended for
commercial use.
•All parts and accessories for this appliance
must be used properly according to the
instructions. All parts and accessories must
be the original provided from manufacturer.
All parts or accessories not intended for use
with this appliance is strictly prohibited.
•The use of an extension cord, power adapter
or other electric devices is not recommended.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Condensation
Cup
Safety Switch
attaches to
back of unit.
Rice Scoop
Holder attaches
to side of unit.
Rice Scoop
Holder
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BOUT YOUR SMART N' HEALTHY COOKER
Thank you for purchasing the Cook's Essentials Smart n' Healthy Cooker. Your new cooker has a variety of
functions to handle a wide array of cooking tasks. With its easy to use digital touch pad display and 5 preset
modes, you can cook fluffy rice, delicious soups, or tender cuts of meat with ease! Best of all food will maintain its
natural flavor, vibrant color and preserve its nutritional value. Not only is this cooker stylish and functional, but it
conserves time and energy too! Unlike most conventional pressure cookers, the Smart n' Healthy Cooker's
unique design allows you to safely open the lid during cooking and add ingredients during ANY stage of the
cooking process. If you're cooking on the go, this unit features a convenient carrying handle for easy transport to
parties, picnics and potlucks. We hope you enjoy your new Cook's Essentials Smart n' Healthy Cooker and
start cooking healthier today!
SMART N' HEALTHY COOKER WITH MULTIPLE FUNCTIONS
•Multiple functions for cooking, stewing, braising, simmering, and roasting.
•The unique feature of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker is the ability to open the lid at anytime during
the cooking process to check doneness or to add ingredients.
•A cool-touch exterior makes the cooker family-countertop friendly.
•Cooking will be done automatically by selecting the different menu choices on the unit. When the
food has completed its cooking cycle, there will be a beep indicator, followed by the unit automatically
switching to the Keep Warm mode.
•This unit allows the user to choose the period of Cooking Time (0-4 hours) according to one’s taste
and needs in addition to the Pre-Set menu.
•A Delay Timer allows the user to delay the cooking time up to 24-hours. When the timer is set, the
count-down will start. By the end of the countdown, the cooker will start to heat up.
•The unit also has its own memory. The unit will automatically renew where the cooking cycle left off
in the case of a power interruption.
RAPID COOKING; TIME & POWER SAVING:
•By using *Sub-Boiling technology at exact temperatures, food will be cooked much more rapidly than
conventional methods of cooking while locking in nutrition and maintaining the appearance and
structure of food. This will reduce the cooking time and consumption of power. For example: when
cooking rice, the Smart n' Healthy Cooker will save up to 20% of the electricity and up to 15% of
the time when compared to a conventional rice cooker. When cooking stews, soups or braising
meats, this cooker will save up to 40% of the time and more than 45% of the power as compared to
a conventional slow cooker. Cooking can also be done at high altitudes.
THE THREE BASIC PRINCIPLES OF THE SMART N' HEALTHY COOKER:
1. Locks in nutrition of food.
2. Releases flavors of food.
3. Retains structure and color of food.
The Smart n' Healthy Cooker uses innovative technology of combining Sub-Boiling steam-based cooking with
very exact temperatures to prepare delicious and nutritious meals. Using this advanced technology, food is
cooked at just below its boiling point, never "Over-Boiling" which results in vegetables retaining their vibrant colors
and structures compared to standard pressure cookers that can turn green vegetables into yellow mush. The
Smart n' Healthy Cooker quietly monitors the water vapor, heat and condition of the RELEASE VALVE to
effectively control the cooking atmosphere within the inner pot. In essence, Sub-boiling technology gives you the
same control that a master chef achieves when preparing foods at their ideal temperature so that your meals taste
their absolute best.

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HOW TO READ THE DIGITAL DISPLAY
•POWER Indicator Light is red in “Standby” mode.
•CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY is blue when power is “On.”
•'PRE-SET FUNCTIONS' and 'MANUALLY SET TIME' indicator lights are blue when
selected:
Rice
Meat/Fish
Vegetables
Manually Set Time
•DELAY/COOK TIME & SETTING buttons are used to set cooking functions, cooking times,
and the delay timer.
•Boil Indicator Light – Illuminates blue when the unit is boiling. This light will turn on and
off as the unit fluctuates between heating and maintaining its temperature.
ERROR CODES
Indicator Code Problems/Causes
E1 Open Circuit of the Senso
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E2 Short Circuit of the Senso
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E3 Overheating
Heating
When the display shows "-" or "----" and these lines scroll vertically on the display, this indicates
that the cooker is in the process of heating.
Cooking
When the display shows "A---" or "P---", this indicates the cooking process has begun.
Tip#1: The letter "A" will only appear when using the Rice function; the letter "P"
will appear for all other functions.
BEFORE FIRST USE
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Working
kPa
PSI Maximum kPa Keep Warm
Temperature
Delay Timer
1~3kPa 0.2~0.3
PSI
3kPa 140ºF ~ 175 ºF 1~24 Hours
0.5 Hour Increments up to 24 hours
1. Remove all packaging materials such as cardboard, plastics or Styrofoam and discard
appropriately.
2. Clean all the parts by wiping with a soft damp cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly.
Never immerse the body of the cooker in any liquids.
LID ASSEMBLY:
How to open the lid:
1. Release the locking mechanism by carefully pulling it towards you (Figure 1).
2. Lift the lid upwards to open (Figure 2).
How to close the lid:
1. Before closing the lid, set the RELEASE VALVE to the MEDIUM/MIDDLE position (Figure 3). After
closing the lid, rotate the RELEASE VALVE according to personal preference (refer to RELEASE
VALVE section on page 8).
2. Carefully lower the lid down over the cooker (Figure 4) and lock it back into place by pulling the
latch towards you and then releasing the latch once the lid is fully closed (Figure 5). You should
hear an audible “CLICK” once the lid has been secured onto the cooker.
Figure 1 Figure 2
Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5
BEFORE FIRST USE
A
B
*CAUTION: Keep face
and hands away from
the lid opening. When
opening the lid, keep
hands away from the
opening and escaping
steam. It is
recommended to use
an oven mitt.

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HOW TO SET THE RELEASE VALVE
Function Display Screen “RELEASE Valve”Position
Rice A - - - Middle (Medium Position)
Meat/Fish b0:10 /b0:15 /b0: 20 Left (Minimum Position)
Vegetables C0:05 /C0:08 /C0:10 Left (Minimum Position)
Manually Set
Time 0 0 0 (Based on preference)
•When using the RELEASE VALVE in the "Left/Minimum" position, the unit will cook at a lower
temperature which causes the cooking time to increase. This is ideal for slow cooking/stews or
when setting longer cooking times.
•When using the RELEASE VALVE in the "Right/Maximum" position, the unit will cook at a higher
temperature which causes the cooking time to decrease. This is ideal when setting shorter
cooking times.
•During the course of cooking, the user can adjust the RELEASE VALVE to other positions after
the items inside have begun to boil. See Tip# 3.
Left/Minimum Position Middle/Medium Position Right/Maximum Position
Tip#2: To save on cooking time, set the RELEASE VALVE to the
"Right/Maximum" position when beginning to cook. After the "Boil Indicator
Light" shuts off, move the RELEASE VALVE to the "Left/Minimum" position and
continue cooking.
Tip#3: The RELEASE VALVE can be turned left or right manually at any time
during the cooking process. When the cooker is in operation and the Boil
Indicator Light has shut off, this means the unit has reached its desired
temperature. If the RELEASE VALVE is moved during this time, the unit will
revert back to "heating" mode and the Boil Indicator Light will turn back on.
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PREPARING YOUR COOKER
1. Opening the Lid: Follow directions on Page 7 to open the lid of cooker.
2. Adding Food:
a) Remove the inner pot and place your ingredients inside.
¾NOTE: The amount of water and food should not exceed the “Max” line or more than 4/5 of
capacity (Figure 6). For food that will expand in water, the level should not exceed 3/5 of the
Inner Pot (Figure 7). The minimum level for cooking would be 1/5 of the Inner Pot (Figure 8).
b) Before inserting the inner pot back into the cooker, be sure that the bottom of inner pot
and the heating plate inside are clean and dry.
c) After placing the inner pot into the cooker, carefully adjust the pot from left to right to
ensure optimal contact between the Inner Pot and the Electronic Heater (Figures 9 & 10).
3. Closing the lid: Follow directions on page 7 to close the lid of the cooker.
Figure 9 Figure 10
Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8
Tip #4: Tips for Cooking Rice
•The measuring cup included with your rice cooker follows rice industry
standards and is not equal to one U.S. measuring cup.
•Rinse rice to remove excess bran and starch.
•Brown rice will take longer to cook and needs more water than white rice due
to the extra bran and starch on the grains. The water lines in the inner pot apply
to white rice only.
•The various types of rice (Brown, wild, jasmine, etc.) may have different
cooking requirements and require longer cooking times and/or differing
amounts of water. To achieve the best results, refer to the individual rice
package instructions for cooking suggestions.
•INNER POT WATER LINES
The water lines in the inner pot may be used to measure the correct amount of
water for rice. Be sure to add the desired amount of rice first. Then fill the inner
pot with water to the corresponding line in the inner pot (i.e. 8 cups of
uncooked rice would be filled to line 8 in the inner pot. The maximum for this
cooker is 10 cups of uncooked rice and filled to line 10 in the inner pot).

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PREPARING YOUR COOKER
More Notes & Tips!
Tip#5: As an added safety measure, the cooker will NOT heat up if the lid is
not properly closed and engaging the safety switch on the rim of the cooker.
(Please see parts identification on page 4 for location of safety switch).
*CAUTION: To avoid the risk of burns, NEVER touch the glass viewing
window on the lid during use. Keep face and hands away from the lid
opening. Please use extreme caution when placing hands near or on top of
the lid due to high temperatures. When opening the lid, keep hands away
from the opening and escaping steam. It is recommended to use an oven
mitt.
The inner pot of the cooker is equipped with Non-Stick Coating. To prevent
damage to the coating and to the inner pot, please use only non-metal
utensils inside of the inner pot.
Tip#6: It is important that the outside surface of the inner pot is completely
clean and dry before it is placed into the cooker. Water, food, or other
substances on the pot will come into contact with the heating element and
may cause damage to the product.
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CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY
•POWER: Turns the unit on and off. Red Indicator light blinks when the unit is plugged into a
power outlet, this means the unit is in standby. The POWER button can be used at any time to
cancel any selection or to stop cooking.
•SETTING: Allows you to select the various functions that the unit features. Simply touch this
button to scroll through and select your desired function.
•DELAY/COOK TIME: This button has 3 purposes:
1. It can be used to increase the time of a Pre-set Function (Meat/Fish, Vegetables).
2. It can also be used to set the time for the Delay Timer (delays the start of cooking
by up to 24 hours).
3. Lastly, it can be used to Manually Set Cooking Time.
When used to set the time for the Delay Timer function, the time will be set in increments of 30
minutes and can be set to delay the start of cooking by up to 24 hours. For increasing cooking
time on a Pre-set Function or on the Manually Set Time function, the time will be set in
increments of 1 minute or, if the button is held down, in increments of 10 minutes for up to 4
hours.
•THE BOIL INDICATOR LIGHT illuminates blue when the unit is boiling. This light will turn on
and off as the unit fluctuates between heating and maintaining its temperature.
Tip#7: Your Smart n' Healthy Cooker features a Touch Pad Digital Control Panel.
Use your finger to lightly touch/press the buttons on your cooker when making
selections. It is not recommended to push down firmly on the buttons as this may
lead to dama
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Tip#8: When using the Pre-set "Rice" function, time cannot be adjusted manually.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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TH HE E F FI IV VE E P PR RE E- -S SE ET T C CO OO OK KI IN NG G F FU UN NC CT TI IO ON NS S:
•The unit features 5 Pre-set Functions: Rice, Meat/Fish, Vegetables, Manually Set Time and
Keep Warm (there is no indicator light for Keep Warm). Indicator lights of a particular function
light up when selected. While the cooker heats up, you will see either "-" on the left hand side
of the screen or "----" which will be scrolling vertically on the display. When there is a static
"P" or "A" on the left hand side of the display, this indicates that the unit is cooking. All
functions will automatically switch to the Keep Warm function when the allotted cooking time is
finished.
1. Rice: The cooker will automatically set the cook time based on the weight of the rice and
water added to the unit. (Time cannot be adjusted manually when cooking rice - same as
in standard rice cookers).
2. Meat/Fish: Offers three pre-programmed timing options – 10, 15, and 20 minutes—for
preparing your favorite dishes.
3. Vegetables: Offers three pre-programmed timing options – 5, 8, and 10 minutes—for
preparing your favorite vegetable dishes.
4. Manually Set Time: Allows you to manually set the cooking time when preparing your
favorite meals. Cooking time can be set up to 4 hours.
5. Keep Warm: The Keep Warm function allows you to keep cooked food warm. It can be
used manually and also comes on at the end of each Pre-set cooking Function. To set
Keep Warm manually, turn the unit on by pressing POWER and press the SETTING
button eight times until you see "bb:00" appear on the time display. Food can be kept
warm up to 4-hours. Additional time may cause a change in flavor, appearance and cause
food to spoil.
HOW TO USE THE P
PR RE E- -S SE ET T F FU UN NC CT TI IO ON NS S: :
Rice Function:
1. Plug the power cord into a standard 120V outlet. You will hear a beep and the red indicator light
within the POWER button will begin blinking, indicating that the cooker is in "Stand-by" mode.
2. Prepare desired food and place into cooking pot, adjust the RELEASE VALVE to the
“Middle/Medium” position and close the lid.
3. Press the POWER button once. The Rice function is the default cooking function and the
display screen will show "A---".
4. There is no need to set the cooking time when using the Rice function as this will be done
automatically based on the weight of the contents of the inner pot.
5. It is not necessary to push any other button. At this point, the display screen will flash 10 times
at "A---" and the unit will automatically begin the heating process.
6. During the heating process, the display will show "----" scrolling vertically on the screen and
the Boil Indicator Light will illuminate blue.
7. Once the unit begins the cooking process, it will display a static "A---" and the Boil Indicator
Light will turn off.
8. Once cooking is complete, the cooker will enter "Keep Warm" and “bb:00” will appear on the
display.
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¾NOTE: Rice can be kept warm up to 4-hours. Additional time may cause a change in flavor,
appearance and cause food to spoil.
9. After cooking is finished, push the POWER button once. The blue display will shut off and the
red POWER light will begin blinking to indicate it is now in "Stand-by" mode. Remove the
contents of the inner pot and serve. Unplug the unit.
Meat/Fish Function:
1. Plug the power cord into a standard 120V electrical outlet. You will hear a beep and the red
indicator light within the POWER button will begin blinking, indicating that the cooker is in
"Stand-by" mode.
2. Prepare desired food and place into cooking pot, adjust the RELEASE VALVE to the
"Middle/Medium" position and close the lid.
3. Press the POWER button once. The Rice function is the default cooking function and the
display screen will show "A---".
4. Press the SETTING button once to select the Meat/Fish function. The blue indicator light next
to the words Meat/Fish will begin blinking.
¾Note: This function offers three pre-programmed timing options– 10, 15, and 20 minutes—for
preparing your favorite dishes.
5. The display screen will show "b0:10" indicating that a pre-set cooking time of 10 minutes will
commence. Pressing the SETTING button a second time will change the display to show
"b0:15" indicating that a pre-set cooking time of 15 minutes will commence. Pressing the
SETTING button a third time will change the display to show "b0:20", indicating that a pre-set
cooking time of 20 minutes will commence. Choose the desired cooking time accordingly.
¾NOTE: If you wish to manually add more time to any of the preset times, simply press the
DELAY/COOK TIME button. Cooking time will increase by 1 minute if pressed once and by 10
minutes if held down. The unit can be set to cook for up to 4 hours.
6. Once you have reached your desired cook time, there is no need to push any other button, the
selected cooking time will flash 10 times and the display screen will then show "-" scrolling
vertically on the left hand side of the display indicating that the unit is in "heating" mode.
7. The unit will automatically begin the heating process and the Boil Indicator Light will illuminate
blue.
8. Once the unit begins the cooking process, it will display a static "P" on the left hand side of the
display screen and the Boil Indicator Light will turn off.
9. Once cooking is complete, the cooker will enter "Keep Warm" and "bb:00" will appear on the
display.
¾NOTE: Food can be kept warm up to 4-hours. Additional time may cause a change in flavor,
appearance and cause food to spoil.
10. After cooking is finished, push the POWER button once. The blue display will shut off and the
red POWER light will begin blinking to indicate it is now in "Stand-by" mode. Remove the
contents of the inner pot and serve. Unplug the unit.
Tip#8: Since rice doubles in size when cooked, be sure to use only half as much
uncooked rice as the cooker’s capacity allows. For example, never cook more
than 1 3/4 cups raw rice in a 3 1/2 qt. cooker and no more than 4 cups raw rice in
an 8
q
t. cooker.

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Vegetable Function:
1. Plug the power cord into a standard 120V electrical outlet. You will hear a beep and the red
indicator light within the POWER button will begin blinking, indicating that the cooker is in
"Stand-by" mode.
2. Prepare desired food and place into cooking pot, adjust the RELEASE VALVE to the
"Middle/Medium" position and close the lid.
3. Press the POWER button once. The Rice function is the default cooking function and the
display screen will show "A---".
4. Press the SETTING button four times to select the Vegetable function. The blue indicator light
next to the word Vegetable will begin blinking.
Note: This function offers three pre-programmed timing options– 5, 8, and 10 minutes—for
preparing your favorite dishes.
5. The display screen will show "C0:05", indicating that a pre-set cooking time of 5 minutes will
commence. Pressing the SETTING button a fifth time will change the display to show "C0:08",
indicating that a pre-set cooking time of 8 minutes will commence. Pressing the SETTING
button a sixth time will change the display to show "C0:10", indicating that a pre-set cooking
time of 10 minutes will commence. Choose the desired cooking time accordingly.
¾NOTE:If you wish to manually add more time to any of the preset times, simply press the
DELAY/COOK TIME button. Cooking time will increase by 1 minute if pressed once and by 10
minutes if held down. The unit can be set to cook for up to 4 hours.
6. Once you have reached your desired cook time, there is no need to push any other button, the
selected cooking time will flash 10 times and the display screen will then show "-" scrolling
vertically on the left hand side of the display indicating that the unit is in "heating" mode.
7. The unit will automatically begin the heating process and the Boil Indicator Light will illuminate
blue.
8. Once the unit begins the cooking process, it will display a static "P" on the left hand side of the
display screen and the Boil Indicator Light will turn off.
9. Once cooking is complete, the cooker will enter "Keep Warm" and "bb:00" will appear on the
display.
¾NOTE: Food can be kept warm up to 4-hours. Additional time may cause a change in flavor,
appearance and cause food to spoil.
10. After cooking is finished, push the POWER button once. The blue display will shut off and the
red POWER light will begin blinking to indicate it is now in "Stand-by" mode. Remove the
contents of the inner pot and serve. Unplug the unit.
Manually Set Time Function:
1. Plug the power cord into a standard 120V electrical outlet. You will hear a beep and the red
indicator light within the POWER button will begin blinking, indicating that the cooker is in
"Stand-by" mode.
2. Prepare desired food and place into cooking pot, adjust the RELEASE VALVE to the
"Middle/Medium" position and close the lid.
3. Press the POWER button once. The Rice function is the default cooking function and the
display screen will show "A---".
4. Press the SETTING button seven times to select the Manually Set Time function. (The blue
indicator light next to the words Manually Set Time will begin blinking.
5. The display screen will show "0:00".
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6. Press the DELAY/COOK TIME button to set your desired cook time. Cooking time will increase
by 1 minute if pressed once and by 10 minutes if held down. The unit can be set to cook for up
to 4 hours.
7. Once you have reached your desired cook time, there is no need to push any other button, the
selected cooking time will flash 10 times and the display screen will then show "-" scrolling
vertically on the left hand side of the display indicating that the unit is in "heating" mode.
8. The unit will automatically begin the heating process and the Boil Indicator Light will illuminate
blue.
9. Once the unit begins the cooking process, it will display a static "P" on the left hand side of the
display screen and the Boil Indicator Light will turn off.
10. Once cooking is complete, the cooker will enter "Keep Warm" and "bb:00" will appear on the
display.
¾NOTE: Food can be kept warm up to 4-hours. Additional time may cause a change in flavor,
appearance and cause food to spoil.
11. After cooking is finished, push the POWER button once. The blue display will shut off and the
red POWER light will begin blinking to indicate it is now in "Stand-by" mode. Remove the
contents of the inner pot and serve. Unplug the unit.
HOW TO USE THE D
DE EL LA AY Y T TI IM ME ER R F FU UN NC CT TI IO ON N: :
If you wish to program your cooker to automatically cook prepared food at a later time, you can set
the cooker to delay the start of cooking by up to 24-hours. This setting is used in combination with
the Pre-set Function Buttons as well as the Manually Set Time function.
1. Plug the power cord into a standard 120V electrical outlet. You will hear a beep and the red
indicator light within the power button will begin blinking, indicating that the cooker is in
"Stand-by" mode.
2. Prepare desired food and place into cooking pot, adjust the RELEASE VALVE to the
"Middle/Medium" position and close the lid.
3. DO NOT PRESS THE POWER BUTTON WHEN USING THE DELAY TIMER FUNCTION.
4. Press the DELAY/COOK TIME button once, the display screen will show 0:30.
5. Continue to press the DELAY/COOK TIME button until you've reached the desired delay time,
pressing it once for each additional 30 minutes or hold for rapid increase up to 24-hours. The
maximum Delay period is 24-hours in half-hour increments. Pressing the DELAY/COOK TIME
button again after reaching the 24-hour setting will automatically reset the delay timer to zero.
(The time displayed on the screen shows how long the user wants the unit to wait before the
cooking process begins.)
Ex: If you wish to program the cooker to automatically turn on in 3-hours, press the
DELAY/COOK TIME button once, then press the DELAY/COOK TIME button 5 more times until
the display screen shows 3.00.
6. After choosing the desired delay time, choose to cook one of two ways by either using one of
the Pre-set Function buttons or by using the Manually Set Time function.
Option 1: Select one of the three (Rice, Meat/Fish, or Vegetables) Pre-set Function buttons by
pressing the SETTING button and proceed to follow the instructions on pages 12 -14 from
"Rice Function" through "Vegetable Function."
Option 2: Select the Manually Set Time function by pressing the SETTING button seven times
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instructions on page 14-15 under "Manually Set Time Function."
7. Once a cooking function has been set, the cooking time selected will flash 10 times. Then, the
display screen will show the desired delay time on the screen and begin to countdown the
DELAY time.
8. Once the delay time has expired, the selected cooking function will be initiated.
9. Once cooking is complete, the cooker will enter "Keep Warm" and "bb:00" will appear on the
display.
¾NOTE: Food can be kept warm up to 4-hours. Additional time may cause a change in flavor,
appearance and cause food to spoil.
10. After cooking is finished, push the POWER button once. The blue display will shut off and the
red POWER light will begin blinking to indicate it is now in "Stand-by" mode. Remove the
contents of the inner pot and serve. Unplug the unit.
HOW TO USE THE K
KE EE EP P W WA AR RM M F FU UN NC CT TI IO ON N: :
•When the display screen shows "bb:00" it indicates that the unit is in "Keep Warm" mode.
•The "Keep Warm" Setting allows you to keep cooked food warm. It can be used manually and
also comes on at the end of each cooking function.
1. To set manually, plug the power cord into a standard 120V electrical outlet. You will hear a beep
and the red indicator light within the POWER button will begin blinking, indicating that the
cooker is in "Stand-by" mode.
2. Prepare desired food and place into cooking pot, adjust the RELEASE VALVE to the
"Middle/Medium" position and close the lid.
3. Press the POWER button once. The Rice function is the default cooking function and the
display screen will show "A---".
4. Press the SETTING button eight times until you see "bb:00" appear on the display. Food can
be kept warm up to 4-hours. Additional time may cause a change in flavor, appearance and
cause food to spoil.
5. The Delay Timer function cannot be used in conjunction with the "Keep Warm" function.
6. You cannot program the "Keep Warm" function to keep warm for a specific amount of time.
The display screen will show how much time has elapsed while the unit has been on "Keep
Warm."
7. Press the POWER button to cancel the "Keep Warm" setting.
Tip#9: You will notice that when using the delay timer function, the red POWER
indicator light continues to blink because it still remains in "Stand-by" mode. The
red POWER indicator light will continue to blink until the delay time has expired.
The selected cooking function will automatically initiate and the red POWER
indicator light will no longer appear.
Tip#10: *CAUTION: It is not recommended to use the Delay Timer function to cook
foods that may spoil. Leaving raw foods inside the cooker for long periods of time
prior to cooking may result in the food spoiling. Cook food that can be left out
such as rice, beans, grains or other foods that will not spoil.
Tip#11: You can only make adjustments to the time or change the function while a
function is flashing. Once the cooker begins to heat up, you can no longer make
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HOW TO COOK WITH F FR RO OZ ZE EN N FOODS:
Cooking frozen food inside the Smart n' Healthy Cooker is quick and easy but has certain
restrictions. Only cook individual cuts of frozen meats that are up to 1 inch thick, the cooking time
does not need to be altered. The cooking process will not begin until the internal temperature has
reached a preset level. The Smart n' Healthy Cooker will heat up to a set internal temperature and
then begin the cooking process. With frozen foods, the 'heat-up' period will just take longer than
when cooking with non-frozen foods.
It is not recommended to cook larger cuts of frozen meats such as a whole roast, a block of frozen
ground meat or a whole chicken. Larger cuts will require increased cooking times of up to one third
more, and the results may not be the same when compared to meats that were thawed (or at least
partially thawed) and browned before cooking.
1. Always make sure the Cooker is unplugged and completely cooled down before cleaning or
dismantling.
2. Use a non-abrasive sponge or damp wash cloth to clean the exterior of the cooker. NEVER
immerse the cooker in any liquids.
3. Remove the Condensation Collector by sliding it out towards you (Figure 11), rinse it thoroughly
and let dry. Slide it back into place (Figure 12).
4. Use a non-abrasive sponge or damp wash cloth to clean the interior and exterior of the lid,
including the Rubber Gasket and the Removable Filter. The Rubber Gasket is NOT removable.
5. The Removable Filter is located on the underside of the lid and can be removed for cleaning. To
remove, pull vertically (Figure 13). To re-attach, simply line up the filter and press down to
secure the filter (Figure 14).
Figure 11 Figure 12
Figure 13 Figure 14

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6. Wash the Inner Pot with a non-abrasive sponge in warm soapy water, rinse, and allow to air dry
or use a towel.
7. The lid can also be fully dismantled for cleaning. Detach the condensation collector from the
plastic locking mechanism on the back of the unit (Page 17, Figures 11 - 12).
8. The plastic lock has a U-Shaped protrusion. Hold the carrying handle in an upright position and
bring it down onto the U-Shaped protrusion to "un-lock." (See Figures 15 and 16) This may
require a few attempts. Once this part has been removed, make sure the lid is opened at a 90°
angle and disconnect the lid away from the unit (Figures 17 and 18).
NOTE: Any servicing required shall be performed by an authorized service representative or from the
original manufacturer or distributor under the warranty of the unit.
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Tip#12: The fully dismantled lid, inner pot and condensation collector are
immersible in water. NEVER immerse the body of the cooker in any liquids.
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
9. How to remove the RELEASE VALVE: The RELEASE VALVE can be removed for cleaning after
every use. It is recommended to remove this part for cleaning after every use.
a) First, remove the "Removable Filter" as shown on page 17 (Figures 13 - 14).
b) Close the lid. Turn the RELEASE VALVE to the "Right/Maximum" position (Figure 19) and
pull upwards (Figure 20). The valve should pull out easily (Figure 21).
c) To reinstall the valve, push the RELEASE VALVE back into place.
d) Be sure to re-install the Removable Filter onto the underside of the lid.
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COOKING TIME CHART
Courtesy of www.healthfoods.com
Please note that all the below information is for your reference only and can be adjusted according to the user’s
preference.
Meat/Poultry
•Always cook meat or poultry with at least 1-3 cups of liquid. If the cooking time exceeds 15 minutes, use
2 cups of liquid. If weight of meat or poultry is 3lbs, use 3 cups of liquid. Preserved or salted meats
should be immersed in water.
•Cooking times for meat and poultry may vary according to the quality and quantity of meat or poultry
being cooked.
•Unless indicated, the cooking times given below are for 3 pounds of meat or poultry unless noted
otherwise. Additionally, the denser the cut, the longer the cooking time should be.
Type of Meat
A
pproximate Cooking Minutes
Beef/Veal, roast or briske
t
50-75
Beef Meatloaf, 2 lbs. 20-30
Beef, meatballs, 1-2 lbs. 12-25
Beef, Corned 85-120
Pork, roast 60-85
Pork, ribs, 2 lbs. 25-35
Pork, ham shank 35-45
Chicken, whole, 2-3 lbs. 20-30
Chicken, pieces, 2-3 lbs. 15-25
Cornish Hens, two 15-25
Meat/Poultry soup/stock 20-30
Seafood
•Cooking times may vary according to the type of seafood being cooked.
•Cook seafood on a cooking rack with a trivet on the bottom of the pot (if available), and add at least 3/4
cup of liquid. Lightly grease cooking rack with vegetable oil when cooking fish.
Type of Seafood
A
pproximate Cooking Minutes
Clams 5-7
Crabs 5-10
Lobster, 1 1/2 - 2 lbs. 5-10
Mussels 5-10
Shrimp 4-7
Fish, whole, gutted 8-12
Fish, Soup or Stock 8-12
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Vegetables
•Always cook with at least 1-2 cups of liquid.
•Add 1-2 additional minutes to cooking time when preparing frozen vegetables.
•(Below chart is for quantity approximately half a pot).
Type of Vegetable Approximate Cooking Minutes
Asparagus, thick whole 5-10
Asparagus, thin whole 3-5
Beans, fava, shelled 5-10
Beans, green, whole 5-10
Beans, lima, shelled 3-7
Beets, small, whole 3-7
Beets, large whole 25-35
Beets, 1-inch slices 5-10
Broccoli, florets 5
Brussel sprouts, whole 5-8
Carrots, 1-inch chunks 5-8
Carrots, 1/4-inch slices 2-5
Cauliflower, florets 3-7
Corn on-the-cob (4-6) 5-10
Escarole, coarsely chopped 3-5
Kale, coarsely chopped 3-5
Okra, small pods 5-8
Onions, whole 5-10
Potatoes, 11/2-inch chunks 7-10
Potatoes, new, small whole 10
Potatoes, sweet and yams,
whole, medium (for mashing) 15-20
Potatoes, sweet and yams, 2" chunks 8-15
Spinach, fresh, coarsely chopped 3-5
Squash, acorn, halved 8-15
Squash, butternut, 1-inch chunks 5-10
Squash, summer, zucchini or yellow, 1/2-inch slices 8-15
Turnips, small quartered 4-8
Turnips, 1 1/2 inch chunks 4-8
*Split peas and rhubarb can foam, froth, and sputter, and can clog the pressure release valve. These foods
should not be cooked in this cooker.

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Dried Beans and other Legumes
•Place beans or legumes in cooker. Add 3 cups of water for each cup of beans or legumes.
•Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil for each cup of water to cut down on foaming. Do not add salt until
after cooking.
•Cooking times may vary according to the quality of the beans or other legumes. If still hard after
recommended cooking times, continue cooking uncovered. Add additional water, if necessary.
(Below chart is for quantity approximately half a pot).
Type of Legume Approximate Cooking Minutes
Azuki 10-20
Black Beans 10-20
Black Eyed Peas 10-20
Chick Peas (garbanzo) 15-25
Gandules (pigeon peas) 10-15
Great Northern 15-20
Kidney Beans, Red 15-20
Lentils, green 15-20
Lentils, soup 10-15
Lentils, red 15-20
Lima Beans 8-15
* Applesauce and cranberries, can foam, froth, and sputter, and can clog the pressure release valve. These
foods should not be cooked in this cooker.
Grains
Before cooking, soak certain grains, such as wheat berries and pearl barley in four times their volume of lukewarm
water for at least four (4) hours or overnight if required. Do not add salt to water, since it may toughen the grains
and inhibit hydration.
•Do not soak rice.
•Rinse under lukewarm water (this also applies to rice)
•Cook each cup of grain in the amount of water specified.
Type of Grain Approximate Cooking Minutes
Rice, basmati – 1 1/2 cups 8-12
Rice, converted – 1 1/2 cups 8-12
Rice, long grain – 1 1/2 cups 8-12
Rice, brown – 1 1/2 cups 25-35
Rice, wild – 3 cups 30-40
Wheat, berries – 3 cups 35-45
* Pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals can foam, froth, and sputter, and can clog the pressure release
valve. These foods should not be cooked in this cooker.
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RECIPES
Recipes included in this manual are courtesy of www.recipezaar.com and www.fastcooking.ca.
Please note that all of the information is for your reference only and can be adjusted according to the
user’s preference.
LEEK & ASPARAGUS RISOTTO
SERVES 4 -6
Ingredients
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons water
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups leeks, sliced
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
4 cups vegetable broth
1/4 lb asparagus, chopped into 1 inch segments
1 1/4 cups parmesan cheese, shredded
Directions
- Heat olive oil and butter in saucepan over medium-high heat and add garlic and leeks, sauté
until soft.
- Transfer the sautéed ingredients to the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker.
- Add the rice and vegetable broth.
- Close the lid of the cooker set the RELEASE VALVE to the Medium or Maximum position and
select the Rice function.
- When risotto is done cooking, add the asparagus, season with salt and pepper and set the
cooker to cook an additional 1-2 minutes.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Vegetables should be tender. Serve immediately.
BEEF IN PEPPER SAUCE
SERVES 4
Ingredients
Pepper Sauce
1 red bell pepper or green bell pepper
1/2 cup baby carrot
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce (1 tbsp to be use later)
2 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (depends on how spicy you like it)
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

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Ingredients (continued)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 lbs boneless sirloin steaks, cut into strips
salt & pepper
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2-1 onions, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
Directions
- Remove 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce from the can to be used later. Then blend the ingredients
for the pepper sauce (green pepper through cardamom) in a food processor until there are no
chunks left. Set aside.
- Heat oil in saucepan over Medium-High heat. Sprinkle the beef with salt & pepper then brown
over heat.
- Once brown add the beef to the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker along with the water,
reserved tomato sauce, paprika & cumin.
- Close the lid, turn the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position and set the cooking time for
20-25 minutes. (Follow instructions on pages 11-12).
- When the display shows that there are only 10 minutes left in the cooking cycle, open the lid
and add the Pepper Sauce, sliced onions & green peppers to the meat and sauce.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position and cooking will resume.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Vegetables should be tender. Serve immediately.
CHICKEN PICCATA
SERVES 6
Ingredients
6 chicken breast halves 1 cup pimento stuffed olive, minced
1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon potato starch or flour
4 shallots 1/4 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
(1 ounce) or 3 garlic cloves, crushed fontinella cheese, grated
3/4 cup chicken broth 1 lemon, thinly sliced, to garnish
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon sherry wine 2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Directions
- Lightly dust chicken pieces with flour.
- Heat oil in saucepan over Medium-High heat. Add chicken breasts, two at a time, and sauté in
hot oil until brown on all sides.
- Set aside when finished.
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...CHICKEN PICCATA CONTINUED:
- Next add shallots and garlic to saucepan and sauté in oil, scraping bottom of pan to loosen
browned particles remaining from chicken.
- Add the shallots and garlic to the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker. Stir in broth,
lemon juice, sherry, salt, pepper, basil, and olives. Mix well.
- Add chicken pieces skin side down into the cooker with other ingredients.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position and set cooking time for 25
to 35 minutes. (Follow instructions on pages 11-12).
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Lift lid. Stir chicken mixture, then transfer just the chicken to serving platter, and cover to retain
heat.
- Whisk sour cream and starch together. Stir into cooking liquid inside the Smart n' Healthy
Cooker using the residual heat. Stir constantly.
- Spoon sauce over chicken. Sprinkle with cheese and garnish with lemon slices.
ITALIAN POTATO, RICE, & SPINACH SOUP
SERVES 6
Ingredients
1/4 cup olive oil
6 leeks, white part only, sliced
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 carrots
1/2 cup Arborio rice
3 potatoes, cut in large chunks
5 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
10 ounces fresh spinach, rinsed, cut in large
pieces
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup fontinella cheese, grated
Directions
- Heat oil in saucepan over Medium-High heat. Add leeks, garlic, and carrots and sauté in hot oil
2 minutes.
- Transfer the sautéed ingredients to the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker and add the
rice, potatoes, broth, parsley, celery, bay leaf, salt, pepper, basil, lemon juice, tomato paste,
and brown sugar. Stir well.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position and set cooking time for 20
to 25 minutes. (Follow instructions on pages 11-12).
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Lift lid. Ladle the soup into large serving bowl or individual bowls
- Combine the cheeses and sprinkle over soup. Serve with hunks of Italian bread.

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CHICKEN ADOBO
SERVES 4 -5
Ingredients
8-9 chicken thighs
2 cups water
2 cups low sodium soy sauce
1 large onion (cut into rings)
8 garlic cloves (chopped up)
3 bay leaves
2 tablespoons cooking sherry
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon olive oil
Jasmine rice – follow directions to cook rice
separately
Directions
- Heat olive oil in saucepan over Medium-High heat. Brown the chicken thighs on both sides.
- Remove and set aside.
- In the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker, combine water, soy sauce, onion, garlic, bay
leaves, sherry wine, black pepper and molasses.
- Add the chicken to the sauce. Stir a bit to get the chicken thighs down into the liquid.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position and set cooking time for 25
to 35 minutes. (Follow instructions on pages 11-12).
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Lift lid. Remove the bay leaves. Serve chicken and sauce over jasmine rice.
SPARE RIBS
SERVES 6 -8
Ingredients
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon vinegar
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 lbs pork ribs
1 cup of chicken/beef stock
Directions
- Prepare sauce ingredients inside inner pot.
- Divide ribs up evenly so it fits into the inner pot.
- Coat each piece thoroughly with the sauce.
- Add 1 cup of stock to the inner pot.
- Place inner pot into Smart n' Healthy Cooker.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position and set the Meat/Fish
function for 20 minutes. (Follow instructions on pages 10-11).
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting. Serve immediately.
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RECIPES
SOUTH OF THE BORDER SPICY CHILI
SERVES 6
Chili is a nutritionally sound and complete meal. You can make it more or less fiery by adjusting the
amount of chili powder used.
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 lb ground beef
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder, or to taste
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons celery seed
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon flour
1 1/2 cups crushed tomato
1 cup beef stock
1 1/2 cups cooked pinto or red kidney beans
Garnishes
Grated cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Finely chopped onion
Shredded lettuce
Directions :
- Heat oil in saucepan over Medium-High heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion
is translucent.
- Add the ground beef and cook until it is browned. (Or skip this step and cook the meat directly
in the pot using the Smart n' Healthy Cooker.
- Transfer the ingredients to the inner pot. Mix in the cumin, chili powder, oregano, bay leaf,
celery seed, salt and flour. Stir in the crushed tomato and beef stock. Add beans.
- Place inner pot into the cooker.
- Close the lid, set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Set the cooking time to 60
minutes by following the instructions on pages 11-12.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Vegetables should be tender. Serve immediately.
- Serve in bowls, add garnishes separately.
TRADITIONAL MEAT LOAF
SERVES 4
Ingredients
1 1/2 lb mixture of chopped or ground lean beef, pork and veal
1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 slices bread, soaked in water and squeezed dry
2 tablespoons parsley
1 medium onion, minced 1 garlic clove
1 egg
2 tablespoons chicken stock
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

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...TRADITIONAL MEAT LOAF CONTINUED:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup ketchup
1 cup water
Directions:
- In a bowl, combine the chopped meat, salt, pepper, bread, parsley, onion, garlic, egg, chicken
stock and Worcestershire sauce. Shape into two small loaves. Wrap each in wax paper and
chill several hours to firm.
- Place into oven-safe dish(es) such as a foil loaf pan that will fit into the Smart n' Healthy
Cooker.
- Combine the ketchup and water, and season with salt and pepper. Spread the ketchup over the
meat loaves and lower the oven-safe dish(es) into the inner pot. Place the inner pot into the
cooker.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Set to cook using the
Meat/Fish function for 15-20 minutes. Follow the instructions on pages 10-11.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Remove dish using a removing utensil/tool. Slice and serve.
SWEET & SOUR BEEF SPARERIBS
SERVES 4
Ingredients
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 lb lean short spareribs cut into serving pieces
Sweet & Sour Sauce Ingredients
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons onion, minced
2 tablespoons apricot marmalade
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
Directions:
- In a small bowl combine all the sauce ingredients.
- Add as many ribs at a time as will comfortably fit in the inner pot.
- Stir in the Sweet & Sour sauce and place inner pot into Smart n' Healthy Cooker.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Set to cook using the
Meat/Fish function for 15 minutes. Follow the instructions on pages 10-11.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Serve with rice if desired.
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Ingredient
s
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut
into 1" pieces
1/2 lb fully cooked Andouille or Italian
sausage, sliced
1/2 lb uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
3 stalks celery, sliced
1 cup long grain rice
16 oz canned chopped tomatoes, un-drained
1 cup chicken stock
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
JAMBALAYA
SERVES 4-6
Directions:
- Add oil, chicken, sausage and shrimp to the inner pot. Sprinkle with half of the Creole
seasoning, half the thyme and half the cayenne. Place pot into Smart n' Healthy Cooker, close
the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Set the cooking time to 15
minutes by following the instructions on pages 11-12.
- When the display screen shows there are 7 minutes left in the cooking cycle, open the lid and
add the onions, bell pepper, celery and remaining Creole seasoning, thyme and cayenne to the
cooker.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. The cooking process will
resume.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Vegetables should be tender. Serve immediately.
CORNISH HENS BRAISED IN WHITE WINE
SERVES 4
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 Cornish hens, trussed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon basil
1 tablespoon minced parsley
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/4 lb mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
Directions:
- Optional: In a saucepan, heat the olive oil on medium-high heat and brown the Cornish hens on
all sides. Sprinkle them with salt and pepper, thyme, basil and parsley. Stir in the flour, and
then pour in the wine and stock.
- Otherwise, place the Cornish hens into the inner pot and sprinkle with salt and pepper, thyme,
basil and parsley. Stir in flour, and then pour in wine and chicken stock.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Program to cook for 50-
minutes by following the instructions on pages 11-12.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting. Serve immediately.

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ORANGE-FLAVORED CANDIED YAMS
SERVES 4
Ingredients
1 cup orange juice
2 large sweet potatoes (yams), peeled and
halved lengthwise
Salt, to taste
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
2 tablespoons butter
Directions:
- Pour the orange juice into the inner pot of cooker.
- Place yams onto steamer basket (not included with cooker).
- Sprinkle with salt, brown sugar and orange zest. Dot with butter.
- Lower the steamer basket into the Smart n' Healthy Cooker.
- Close the lid, set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position and set cooking time to 8-10
minutes by following the instructions on page 11.
- Lift out the sweet potatoes.
- Boil down the sauce until thickened by programming the cooker to cook an additional 2-3
minutes and pour over the sweet potatoes.
TORTILLA SOUP
SERVES 8-10
Ingredients
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 onions, diced
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1 can tomatoes, drained
3 quarts chicken broth
2 Cups Cooked Shredded Chicken
Tortilla chips
cilantro, chopped
1 lb grated cheese
lime wedges (optional)
Directions:
- Heat oil in saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic and saute until they are
deep golden brown.
- Remove from saucepan and purée with tomatoes in blender or food processor until smooth.
- Pour blended mixture into the inner pot and add broth and shredded chicken.
- Close the lid, set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position and set the cooking time to 30
minutes.
- When the timer shows only 3 minutes left on the display screen, open the lid and add the
Cooked Shredded Chicken.
- Close the lid, set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position and cooking will resume.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Add cilantro and salt to taste. Place cheese and tortilla chips in individual soup bowls and pour
hot soup on top. Serve with lime wedges, if desired.
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SPICED APPLE CRUNCH
SERVES 3
Ingredients
1 cup dry bread crumbs (unseasoned)
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 lemon (juice and rind) 3 apples, sliced
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 cups water
Directions :
- Butter a 15 cm (6") baking dish. Combine bread crumbs (or graham wafer crumbs), sugar,
cinnamon, juice and lemon rind. Place alternate layers of apples and crumbs in baking dish.
Pour melted butter over ingredients and cover baking dish firmly with aluminum foil.
- Place water, trivet, and then baking dish inside the Smart n' Healthy Cooker.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Program to cook for 30-
minutes by following the directions on pages 11-12.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting. Serve immediately.
OLD FASHIONED RICE PUDDING
SERVES 4
Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/4 cup long grain rice
2 cups milk
1 cup water
1/3 sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/4 cup evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Cinnamon
Directions:
- Add the melted butter to the inner pot of cooker and stir in the rice, coating it with the butter.
Pour in the fresh milk and water, and then stir in the sugar and salt.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Program to cook for 10-15
minutes by following the directions on pages 11-12.
- In a small bowl mix together the egg, evaporated milk and vanilla.
- When there are 5 minutes of cooking time left on the display screen, open the lid. Stir in a little
of the hot liquid from the cooker to the egg mixture, then add the mixture to the cooker.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Cooking will resume.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Cool 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Transfer to individual dessert bowls, continue cooling, then refrigerate. Serve sprinkled with
cinnamon.

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RECIPES
PEARS STEWED IN RED WINE
SERVES 4
2 cups wate
r
1/2 cup sugar
2 slices lemon
2 cinnamon sticks
1/4 teaspoon mace
4 firm pears, peeled but not cored, stems on
3/4 cup red wine
1 cup frozen raspberries
4 tablespoons heavy cream
Directions:
- Heat in a saucepan over low heat: water, sugar, lemon, cinnamon sticks and mace. Simmer
until the sugar is dissolved.
- Place the pears into the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker, trimming bottoms if
necessary so they stand upright.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Program to cook for 15-20
minutes.
- When the display screen shows there are only 10 minutes of cooking time left, open the lid and
add the red wine.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Cooking will resume.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Carefully remove only the pears and transfer to a deep container.
- Boil down the remaining sauce in a saucepan until it is syrupy. Cool, then pour over the pears
and keep at room temperature overnight.
- To serve, defrost and purée the raspberries in a processor until smooth.
- Spoon 4 tablespoons of the purée on four dessert dishes or shallow bowls. Place a pear upright
in the center or each dish. Spoon some syrup over the pears.
- Dribble 1 tablespoon of cream in a circle over the sauce. With the aid of a knife, swirl the
cream into the sauce in an attractive design.
CINNAMON APPLE FLAN WITH MAPLE SYRUP
SERVES 6
Ingredients
5 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 apples, peeled and cut in 1/4" slices
3 whole eggs 3 egg yolks
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
6 tablespoons sugar
2 1/2 cups milk
Directions:
- In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup and the cinnamon. Add the apple slices and
slowly simmer until the apples are tender.
- Divide the mixture into 6 greased oven-safe custard cups. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and
egg yolks. Stir in the vanilla, sugar and milk. Pour this mixture slowly into the custard cups.
Cover tightly with foil.
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...CINNAMON APPLE FLAN WITH MAPLE SYRUP continued:
- Fill the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker with 2 1/2 cups water. Place as many
custard cups as will fit into a steamer basket or tray (not included) and lower into the cooker.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Program to cook for 10-15
minutes by following the directions on pages 11-12.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
- Remove the lid, take out the basket, loosen the foil and cool the custard.
- Refrigerate. To serve, loosen the custard from the molds with a knife and invert onto dessert
dishes.
FRAGRANT RICE
Ingredients
Rice
Directions:
- Place rice into the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker, the ratio of rice and water is 1:1.1
or 1 cup of rice to 1.1 cups of water (Depending on your preference, adjust the quantity of
water).
- Close lid, set the RELEASE Valve to the Medium or Maximum and program to cook on the Rice
function by following the directions on page 9.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
CORNED BEEF BRISKET
(Makes 6 Servings)
Ingredients
1 Sliced Onion
6 Sliced Cloves Of Garlic
2 Cups Of Shredded Cabbage
3-4 Lbs. Of Cured Corned Beef
1 Bottle Of Beer Or Lager
Directions:
- Place sliced onion into the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker and add the entire bottle
of beer. Open up the package of the corned beef. Retain all the seasonings and juices in the
package and add it all in.
- Close lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Program to cook between 95
minutes to 1 hour and 35 minutes depending on your preference by following the directions on
pages 11-12.
- When the display screen shows there are 10 minutes of cooking time left, open the lid and add
the cabbage on top.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Cooking will resume.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.

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RECIPES
PARKER’S BEEF STEW
(Makes 6 Servings)
Ingredients
2 1/2 Pounds Of Chuck Beef, Cut
Into 1 1/2-Inch Cubes
1 Bottle Of Red Wine
3 Whole Garlic Cloves, Smashed
3 Bay Leaves
2 Cups Of All-Purpose Flour
Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Olive Oil
2 Yellow Onions Cut Into 1-Inch Cubes
1 Of Pound Carrots, Peeled And Cut
Diagonally In 1 1/2-Inch Chunks
Directions:
- Place the beef in a bowl with the red wine, garlic, and bay leaves. Place in the refrigerator and
marinate overnight.
- Combine the flour, 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of pepper. Lift the beef out of the
marinade and discard the bay leaves and garlic, saving the marinade. In batches, dredge the
cubes of beef in the flour mixture and shake off the excess. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a
large pan and brown the beef over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, browning the meat evenly.
- Remove the beef from the pan and set aside. Next, brown the onions, carrots, mushrooms, and
potatoes. Add the garlic and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Add all of the ingredients to the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker including the 2 1/2
cups of the reserved marinade.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Program to cook for 50
minutes by following the directions of pages 11-12.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to Keep Warm setting.
CHICKEN WITH POTATOES, LEMON AND ASPARAGUS
(Makes 6 Servings)
Ingredients
1 1/2 Pounds Of Potatoes, Halved
Coarse Salt And Ground Pepper
1 Package Of A Cut-Up Whole Chicken (About 3 Pounds)
1 Pound Of Asparagus, Trimmed And Cut Into 2-Inch Pieces
1 Lemon, Cut Into 8 Wedges
6 Sprigs Of Fresh Thyme
1-2 Cups White Wine
1/2 Pound White Mushrooms, Stems Discarded
And Cut In Half
1 Pound Of Small Potatoes, Halved
1 Tablespoon Of Minced Garlic (3 Cloves)
2 Cups Or One14 ½ Ounce Can Of Chicken
Stock Or Broth
1 Large Branch of Fresh Rosemary
1/2 Cup Of Chopped Sun-Dried Tomatoes
2 Tablespoons Of Worcestershire Sauce
1 (10-Ounce) Package Of Frozen Peas
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CHICKEN WITH POTATOES, LEMON AND ASPARAGUS (CONT.)
Directions:
- Add all ingredients except the asparagus into the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Program to cook for 20-30
minutes by following the directions on pages 11-12.
- (Potatoes are easily over-done, so you can also put them into the pot after observing the liquid
is simmering/boiling. Adjust the time depending on your preference).
- When the display screen shows there are only 5 minutes left of cooking time, open the lid and
add the asparagus.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Cooking will resume.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to the Keep Warm Setting.
INDIAN CHICKEN CURRY TIKKA MASALA
Directions
- Heat oil in saucepan over Medium-High heat. Add onions and cook until they begin to brown.
Add the spices and the chili and stir to cook until fragrant. Stir in the tomato paste. Add half of
the Heavy cream and stir.
- Pour the mixture into the inner pot of the Smart n' Healthy Cooker.
- Add the chicken to the sauce and coat well.
- Close the lid and set the RELEASE VALVE to the Minimum position. Program to cook for 20
minutes by using the Meat/Fish function by following the directions on pages 10-11.
- When cooking is complete, cooker will switch to the Keep Warm Setting.
Marinade Ingredient
s
1 Cup Of Plain Yogurt
2 Tbsp. Of Fresh Lemon Juice
1 Tbsp. Of Minced Fresh Garlic
1 Tbsp. Of Minced Fresh Ginger
¼ Tsp. Of Cumin
¼ Tsp. Of Crushed Coriander
½ Tsp. Of Kosher Salt
¾ Tsp. Of Garam Masala
¼ Tsp. Of Cayenne Pepper
1 Pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs,
Cut Into Large Bite-Size Chunks
Sauc
e
Ingredient
s
1 Tbsp. Of Cooking Oil
1 Cup Of Onion; Chopped
2 ½ Tsp. Of Garam Masala
2 Tsp. Of Minced Fresh Garlic
2 Tsp. Of Minced Fresh Ginger
1 Tsp. Of Cayenne Pepper
1 Serrano Chile, Seeded And Minced
2 Tbsp. Of Tomato Paste
½ Cup Of Heavy Cream

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LIMITED WARRANTY* ONE (1) YEAR
WARRANTY IS ONLY VALID WITH A DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE
1. Your small kitchen appliance is built with precision, inspected and tested before leaving
our factory.
2. It is warranted, to the original purchaser to be free from any manufacturing defects
under normal use and conditions for one (1) year, cord excluded. This Warranty applies
only to the original purchaser of this product.
3. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its original carton, with a sales
receipt, to the store where you purchased it. If you are past the stores allowed return policy
period, please see the enclosed Warranty.
4. If you use your appliance for household use and according to instructions, it should give
you years of satisfactory service.
5. During the one-year warranty period, a product with a defect will be either repaired or
replaced with a new or reconditioned comparable model (at our option) when the product is
returned to our Service Center. (See the “Returns” section below).
6. The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for the remaining balance of the
one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period.
7. This limited warranty covers appliances purchased and used within the 50
contiguous states plus the District of Columbia and does NOT cover:
- Damages caused by unreasonable use, neglect, normal wear and tear, commercial use,
improper assembly or installation of product.
- Damages caused in shipping.
- Damages caused by replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.
- Defects other than manufacturing defects.
- Breakage caused by misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care and
maintenance, or incorrect current or voltage.
- Lost or missing parts of the product. Parts will need to be purchased separately.
- Damages of parts that are not electrical; for example: cracked or broken plastic or glass.
- Damage from service or repair by unauthorized personnel.
- Extended warranties purchased via a separate company or reseller.
- Consumer’s remorse is not an acceptable reason to return a product to our Service
Center.
*One Year Limited Warranty valid only in the 50 contiguous states plus the District of
Columbia, excluding Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the USA; product
usage which is in violation of the written instructions provided with the unit will void this
warranty.
For international warranty, please contact the local distributor.
**Any instruction or policy included in this manual may be subject to change at any time.
MAXI-MATIC, USA
18401 E. Arenth Ave. City of Industry, CA 91748
Customer Service Dept: [phone] Ext: 120/107 MON-FRI 8am-5pm PST
Website: www.maxi-matic.com email: [email protected]
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RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
RETURNS:
A. Any return of defective merchandise to the manufacturer must be processed
accordingly by first contacting customer service (contact information shown below) to
obtain an RA # (Return Authorization Number). We will not accept any returns of
merchandise without an applicable RA #.
B. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your following
these instructions if you are returning the unit to Maxi-Matic USA:
1. Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable box to avoid
damage in shipping.
2. Before packing your unit for return, be sure to enclose:
a) Your name, full address with zip code, daytime telephone number,
and RA#,
b) A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE,
c) The model number of the unit and the problem you are having
(Enclose in an envelope and tape directly to the unit before the box is
sealed,) and
d) Any parts or accessories related to the problem.
3. Maxi-Matic USA recommends you ship the package U.P.S ground service for
tracking purposes. We cannot assume responsibility for lost or damaged
products returned to us during incoming shipment. For your protection, always
carefully package the product for shipment and insure it with the carrier. C.O.D
shipments cannot be accepted.
4. All return shipping charges must be prepaid by you.
5. Mark the outside of your package:
MAXI-MATIC USA
18401 E. ARENTH AVE.
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91748
6. Once your return has been received by our warehouse, Maxi-Matic USA will
repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or workmanship, subject
to the conditions in paragraph B.
7. Maxi-Matic will pay the shipping charges to ship the repaired or
replacement product back to you.