Crux 14651 User manual

20-Cup Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker
Styled for Life
Designed & Engineered in New York City
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Table of Contents
Important Safeguards.................................................................................................................2-3
Additional Important Safeguards......................................................................................... 4-5
Notes on the Plug .............................................................................................................................6
Notes on the Cord ............................................................................................................................6
Plasticizer Warning...........................................................................................................................6
Electric Power.....................................................................................................................................6
Life is Busy...........................................................................................................................................7
Getting to Know Your CRUX 20-Cup Rice Cooker....................................................... 8-9
Before Using for the First Time ................................................................................................10
Operating Instructions............................................................................................................ 10-12
Rice: White / Brown / Quick.................................................................................................12-17
Slow Cook: High / Low Temp...............................................................................................17-18
Steam: Vegetable, Fish, Meat .............................................................................................. 18-19
Soup...............................................................................................................................................19-20
Simmer.......................................................................................................................................... 20-21
24 Hour Delay Start ....................................................................................................................... 21
Keep Warm .................................................................................................................................22-23
User Maintenance Instructions................................................................................................. 23
Trouble Shooting............................................................................................................................ 23
Care & Cleaning Instructions .................................................................................................... 24
Storing Instructions....................................................................................................................... 24
Recipe Guide............................................................................................................................. 25-30
Warranty............................................................................................................................................. 31
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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 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.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
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12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
13. To disconnect, press the POWER 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.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE
ONLY
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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, fires 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 qualified 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 flammable 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 fire, do not leave this appliance unattended
during use.
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7. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, press the POWER
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 flame.
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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Notes on the Plug
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in 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 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.
Plasticizer Warning
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating to the finish of
the counter top or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC
coasters or place mats between the appliance and the finish of the
counter top or table top. Failure to do so may cause the finish to
darken; permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
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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Life is Busy
Keep it simple in the kitchen with CRUX
If it sounds too good to be true, it isn’t. Because Crux’s 20-Cup Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker
truly does it all. Capable of making fluffy rice, it also slow cooks, steams, makes soup,
simmers, offers a warming function, and can be programmed with a 24-hour delayed start.
The key to this kitchen success? Fuzzy Logic smart technology. Capable of detecting
water levels, it self-adjusts cook time accordingly and delivers perfectly prepared food
every time. The 900-watt heating system can steam proteins while simultaneously
cooking rice, offering an ideal one-pot solution for dinner. Select from nine presets on
the LCD display.
Capable of holding ten cups of uncooked rice (delivering 20 cooked cups!), it comes
equipped with a steaming basket, spatula, and measuring cup. A dishwasher safe removable
cooking bowl, steaming tray, and accessories make for easy clean up. The Fuzzy Logic Rice
Cooker delivers on all fronts. Now it’s time to get smart with rice.
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Getting to Know Your
CRUX 20-Cup Rice Cooker
1. Stainless Steel Base Unit
2. Backlit LCD 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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