Cuchen WM-ME03 Series User manual

Cuchen Electric Rice Cooker User
Manual
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Thank you for purchasing a Cuchen electric rice cooker. In order to ensure proper use and maintenance
of the product, please read and follow the instructions contained in this manual carefully. Also, refer to this
user manual if you experience issues or problems while using the product.
Product Specifications
Product Electric Rice Cooker WM-ME03 Series
Rated Voltage & Frequency AC 120V, 60Hz
Rated Power Consumption 420W (Cooking), 40W (Warming)
Max. Servings 0.63L (3.5 Servings of Plain Rice)
Dimensions 10.63X8.38X8.74 inches (270X213X222 mm)
Weight 5.07 lbs (2.3kg)
※These specifications are subject to minor change for product performance enhancement purposes.
Before Getting
Started
Operating
Instructions
Troubleshooting
Safety Precautions ............................................................05
Parts and Features............................................................08
Suggestions ......................................................................10
Cooking ............................................................................11
Using Preset......................................................................13
Keeping Warm ..................................................................15
Care and Maintenance......................................................16
Recipes.............................................................................18
Troubleshooting.................................................................19
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 (state specific
part or parts in question) in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or 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.Household use only
15.Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in removable container.
16.Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
1. A 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.
2. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may
be used if care is exercised in their use.
3. If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
a. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least
as great as the electrical rating of the appliance; and
b. 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.
4. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-
type 3-wire cord.
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
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Safety Precautions
※Information contained in this section serve to protect the user’s safety and prevent damage to property.
※Carefully read and follow all safety precautions.
Danger Risk of severe injury or even death is assumed if the instructions are not followed.
Warning Risk of serious injury or property damage is assumed if the instructions are not followed.
Caution Risk of minor injury or property damage is assumed if the instructions are not followed.
Power
DANGER
This product is powered by 120V
of AC electricity. Plug this device
into a 120V outlet with a 15A rating
or above only.
Do not plug in if the power plug
is damaged or the power outlet
is loose.
Do not handle the power plug with
wet hands.
There is risk of
electric shock
and fire.
AC 120V
There is risk of
electric shock
and fire.
There is risk of
electric shock
and fire.
Do not unplug the product by pulling
on the power cord.
Do not splice or modify the power
cord or plug.
Do not repeatedly plug in the
product into a power outlet.
There is risk of
electric shock
and fire.
There is risk of
electric shock
and fire.
There is risk of
electric shock
and fire.
Do not move the product by pulling
on the power cord.
Unplug the product if not intending
on using it for an extended period
of time.
Keep the power plug clean of
debris.
There is risk of electric shock and
fire.
There is risk of electric shock, short-
circuiting, and fire.
There is risk of fire.
Do not excessively bend the power
cord, make a knot out of it, or pull
on it.
Do not plug the product into an
outlet to which multiple devices
are connected. Always use a
dedicated outlet.
If placing the product on top of
a cabinet or shelf, make sure the
power cord does not get caught
anywhere.
There is risk of electric shock and
fire.
There is risk of overheating,
combustion, electric shock, and fire.
There is risk of electric shock and fire.
If the power cord or plug
becomes damaged, contact the
manufacturer or your nearest
service center and have it repaired
or replaced.
Use 120V power sources only. Unplug the product first before
having it repaired, inspected, or its
parts replaced.
There is risk of electric shock and
fire.
There is risk of electric shock and
fire.
There is risk of electric shock and fire.
If water has come in contact the product’s power components, unplug the product and dry it completely
before using it again.
T here is risk of electric shock and fire.
Before Getting Started
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Installation
DANGER
Do not use the product under direct exposure to
sunlight or in the vicinity of thermal appliances.
Do not use or store combustible gases or inflammable
materials in the product’s vicinity.
There is risk of fire,
deformation, and
discoloration.
There is risk of fire.
Do not use the product near a sink, in a bathroom, or in
an area where water might easily make its way inside the
product.
Do not use the product in areas with high levels of dust
concentration or where chemicals are stored.
There is risk of short-
circuiting and electric
shock.
There is risk of electric
shock and fire. Can
also lower the product’s
performance.
CAUTION
Use the product on an even surface and protect it
from excessive force and impact.
Be careful not to trip on the power cord or knock the
product over.
There is risk of bodily
injury and product
damage.
There is risk of bodily injury
and product damage.
Do not drop the product or the inner pot.
There is risk of bodily injury and product damage.
During Use
DANGER
Always unplug the power cord before cleaning the
product. Also, do not spray water directly on the
product and do not use benzene or thinner to clean
it. If water has gone inside the product, contact the
service center.
If the product makes a strange noise or you notice
a burning smell or smoke coming from the product,
unplug the power cord and contact the service center
right away.
There is risk of electric
shock, fire, and
discoloration.
Benzene,
thinner,
sprayer,
etc.
There is risk of fire.
Safety Precautions
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Before Getting Started
During Use
DANGER
Do not place a stainless plate,
mats, pillows, or electric
blankets, steel plates, foils,
copper pipes, kinds of steel and
a tray using aluminum at bottom
of the products.
Do not disassemble, repair, or
modify the product on your own.
Do not allow children to operate the
product unsupervised or leave the
product within children’s reach.
There is risk of electric shock, burn,
and bodily harm.
May cause a
fire or product
malfunction.
There is risk
of electric
shock, fire,
and product
damage.
Do not clog the product’s inlets
or other openings with debris. If
clogged, unplug the power cord
and contact the service center.
Do not use with aluminum foil or
other metallic materials attached to
the outer surface of the inner pot.
Before using the cooking or
warming feature of the product,
make sure to close the lid shut.
There is risk of electric shock, fire,
and bodily harm.
There is risk of electric shock, fire, and
discoloration.
There is risk of bodily harm. Can also
lower the product’s performance.
WARNING
Do not use a cooking or warming
feature with a decorative cover or
a dish towel placed on top of the
rice cooker.
Do not go near the steam ventilated
from the product during and after
cooking.
Do not use the product without the
inner pot placed inside it.
There is risk of electric shock, fire, and
product malfunction.
Can lower the product’s performance
and cause it to malfunction.
There is risk of getting burned.
Take extra caution with children.
If you’ve added rice and water inside
the rice cooker without the inner
pot, have the unit inspected at your
nearest service center right away.
Do not use a damaged or non-
original inner pot.
Do not place foreign objects inside
the product.
Do not touch the heating plate,
inner pot, or inside wall of the
product immediately after using a
cooking or warming feature.
May cause a fire or product
malfunction.
May cause electric shock or fire.
(especially important for children)
There is risk of bodily harm.
Do not unplug the cooker or press
the control buttons while cooking
is in progress.
Do not open the lid while cooking is
in progress.
Do not use the inner pot for
purposes other than as intended.
May cause product malfunction. There is risk of bodily harm, including
getting burned.
May cause product malfunction.
CAUTION
Do not use the inner pot with
grains of rice or other foreign
substances stuck on its outer
surface.
Do not overfill the inner pot. Make sure the area above the
cooker is clear of objects such as a
cabinet or a shelf.
May cause product malfunction. The rice may not cook properly and
can lead to water spilling over while
cooking.
Steam discharged from the cooker
can cause damage.
Remove the collected water from
inside the cooker after each use.
Securely close the lid before
cooking or warming.
Do not use the cooking and
warming features for purposes other
than as intended.
May cause the product to discolor,
develop a foul odor, or perform
poorly.
May cause the product to discolor,
develop a foul odor, or perform poorly.
May cause the product to malfunction
or develop a foul odor.
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Front and Inside
Accessories
08
Rice Measuring Cup Rice Scoop Power Cord
User Manual & Recipes
Steam Vent
Make sure the vent is attached
securely. The vent gets extremely
hot while cooking or warming is
in progress. Do not touch.
Inner Lid
Make sure the inner lid is clean
before each use.
Inner Lid Attachment Point
Auto Temperature
Sensor
Monitors cooking
and keep warm
temperatures.
Heating Plate
Power Plug
Lid Release
Press down to release the lid.
Controls/Display
This is where the
rice cooker’s control
buttons are located.
Also includes a
display.
Lid Packing
Inner Pot
Parts and Features
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Controls/Display
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Before Getting Started
WARM/CANCEL
Button
Used to select
Warm or to cancel
a feature.
PRESET/HOUR
Button
Used to adjust the
preset and hour
settings.
Indicators
(Cook/Warm/Preset)
MENU/MIN
Button
Used to adjust the
menu and minute
settings. COOK/QUICK
Button
Used to start cooking
under the selected
mode.
Display Window
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Suggestions
●Cooking flavorful rice starts from using the right
amount of water.
Type of Rice Water Level
Old Rice Slightly above the scale.
Fresh Rice Slightly below the scale.
Soaked Rice Slightly below the scale.
To get a hard-boiled result Slightly below the scale.
To get a fluffy result Slightly above the scale.
※If cooking polished and ready-to-boil rice, use the
standard water level.
(Polished and Ready to Boil Rice: Prewashed rice)
- 2 Servings of Plain Rice -
Cooking old rice or to get
fluffy rice
Cooking fresh/soaked rice
or to get hard-boiled rice
Slightly above the scale. Slightly below the scale.
●Odor from Keeping Warm
XNot cleaning the inner pot and other cooker parts allows bacteria to spread and cause the rice to develop
an odor. In this case, fill the inner pot with a mixture of water and vinegar, disinfect the inner pot by heating
it for approximately 15 minutes, and then thoroughly rinse the pot. (Ratio: Water to the plain rice scale’s
2-serving level and 1 tablespoon of vinegar)
XDon’t forget to clean the lid regularly to get rid of debris and buildup.
●Getting Rid of the Odor when Cooking Old Rice
When cooked, old rice tends to develop an unpleasant smell that only gets worse when kept warm.
To cook old rice and prevent it from developing an odor, soak the rice in water and add a drop of vinegar on
the evening before cooking it. Rinse it clean and, on the next day, rinse it once more using lukewarm water
just before cooking it.
●Storing Rice (determines the flavor of rice)
※Once cooked, old or dried rice can develop poor texture, end up undercooked, and even become smelly
when kept warm.
1. Storing Rice
Good Bad
Area - Cool and Dry
- Good Ventilation
- Hot (near a boiler pipe, etc.)
- Exposure to Direct Sunlight
- Underneath a Sink
Rice Quantity
and Duration of
Storage
Rice should be purchased in small quantities between 5kg and 10kg and should be
consumed within two weeks of breaking the packaging seal.
2. To prevent bugs from mixing in with the rice, add cloves of garlic inside the rice container.
※Freshly polished rice can quickly become dry unless stored properly.
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Operating Instructions
Cooking
1 Use the measuring cup to accurately measure out the
desired number of servings and then wash the rice.
2 Add water to the appropriate scale level.
• Cooking 2 servings of plain rice.
• Use the plain rice scale for Plain, Quick, Mixed, and
Nurungji modes and the porridge scale for the Porridge
mode.
• The maximum number of servings that can be prepared is
two for Nurungji mode and one for Porridge mode.
3 Place the inner pot inside the cooker and close the lid
shut.
• Before placing the inner pot inside the cooker, however,
remove debris and buildup from the outer surface of the
inner pot and the heating plate.
3 Plug in the cooker and select the desired cooking mode
using the MENU button.
• You will not be able to choose a mode if the cooker is in
the WARM or PRESET mode. If this is the case, cancel the
WARM or PRESET mode first and then choose a cooking
mode.
• The ▲indicator cycles through the
modes as shown in the diagram with
each press of the
MENU button.
Scale
(for 2 servings)
Cooking
Back to the Beginning
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5 Press COOK.
• The Cook indicator lights up and cooking begins. The
selected cooking mode is marked with the ▲indicator, and
“” is shown on the display.
• In Plain mode, the remaining cooking time is shown on the
display for the last 13 minutes of cooking.
• Do not press the
COOK button without the inner pot placed
inside the cooker. If you press the button by accident, press
CANCEL .
6 Once cooking is complete, the cooker enters the Warm
mode.
• In Plain, Quick, Mixed, and Nurungji modes, the cooker
automatically enters the Warm mode when cooking is
complete. The Warm indicator lights up as well.
• In addition, the display indicates how long the cooker has
been in Warm mode.
※Once the rice is cooked, make sure to fluff and mix it right away.
Leaving cooked rice as it is without fluffing or mixing will cause
the rice to harden, discolor, and develop an unpleasant smell.
※Keeping rice warm for an extended period of time can cause
the rice to discolor and develop an odor. Try not to keep the rice
warm for longer than 12 hours.
※The WARM button is only active in Plain mode.
※If you have selected Porridge mode, the cooker will not
automatically enter Warm mode once finished cooking. Please
serve right away.
Cooking Times
Mode
Category
Plain
Plain Quick Mixed Porridge Nurungji
Texture 1 to 3.5 1 to 3.5 1 to 3.5 0.5 to 1 1 to 2
Cooking Time
Change
Approx. 37mins
– 41mins
Approx. 30mins
– 35mins
Approx. 60mins
– 65mins
Approx. 60
mins
Approx. 50mins
– 52mins
※Theactualcookingtimemayvarydependingonthewatertemperature,ambienttemperature,amountofwaterused,type
ofrice,andotherfactors.
Cooking
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Using Preset
Using Preset
1 Select a mode using the MENU button.
• Preset is not available for the Quick, Reheat, or Nurungji
mode.
2 Press the PRESET button.
• If cooking or warming in Quick, Nurungji, or Reheat mode,
press the CANCEL button and then the PRESET button.
3 The preset time is shown on the display.
• The maximum preset time that can be set is 13 hours and
50 minutes.
• Preset time is a countdown to when the cooking will finish.
• The actual completion time may vary depending on the
number of servings being prepared and the selected mode.
4 Set the preset time using the HOUR and MIN buttons.
• Each press of the HOUR button increases the hour setting by
1 hour.
• Each press of the MIN button increases the minute setting
by 10 minutes.
5 Once you have set the preset timer, press COOK to
finish.
• The Preset indicator turns on, and the remaining preset time
is shown on the display.
• Once the cooking starts, “ ” is shown on the display.
Flash
Flash
Flash
Operating Instructions
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To Have Rice Ready in 3 Hours
1 Select a mode using the MENU button.
2 Press the PRESET button.
3 Set the timer to 3 hours using the HOUR and MIN
buttons.
4 Press the COOK button to finish.
• The Preset indicator turns on, and the remaining preset time
is shown on the display. Once the cooking starts, “ ” is
shown on the display.
Preset Precautions
• Rice can quickly turn sour in the summer months. Therefore, the preset timer should not be set to
more than 10 hours.
• Cooking old (seal broken long ago) or dried out rice can produce an overcooked or unevenly cooked
result.
• Starting Preset cooking while the inner pot is still hot or warm (from the previous cooking) will cause
the rice to turn sour. Allow the inner pot to cool down sufficiently before using the Preset option.
Flash
Flash
Using Preset
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Operating Instructions
Keeping Warm
Warming Precautions
1 Fluff and mix the rice and gather into a pile at the center
of the inner pot.
• Fluff and mix the rice sufficiently and gather into a pile at the
center of the inner pot to prevent the rice in contact with the
inner pot surface from drying out.
Do not allow the rice to come in
contact with the inner lid.
2 Do not leave the rice spatula inside the cooker while the
rice is kept warm.
• Keeping rice warm with the spatula placed inside the
cooker can harden and discolor the rice and even cause
the rice to develop an odor.
※In particular, wooden rice spatulas are not as hygienic and will
cause the rice to smell.
3 The maximum recommended warming time is 12 hours.
• Keeping rice warm in excess of 12 hours can leave the rice
tasting flavorless and/or cause the rice to discolor or smell.
Securely close the lid before warming.
● Tip
If you need to keep rice warm for more than 12 hours,
put the rice in a separate container and store it in the freezer.
When you are ready to serve, take out the rice from the freezer
and reheat it in a microwave.
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Care and Maintenance
Care
Unplug the power cord before cleaning, do not spray water directly on the product, and do not use
benzene or thinner to clean.
Failure to keep the cooker clean is one of the causes of rice developing an odor while being kept warm.
1 Inner Pot
• Do not use a rough or metallic scrubber or
brush or harsh abrasives. These products
can strip or damage the coating. Use a dish
detergent with soft cloth or a sponge to clean.
2 Water Collector
• Detach the water collector and clean. Wash
the detached water collector using a neutral
dish detergent and a sponge.
3 Inside of the Cooker
• Take out the inner pot and remove all debris
and buildup from the bottom surface. Debris
and buildup on the automatic temperature
sensor and the heating plate prevent the
cooker from accurately monitoring the
temperature, resulting in poor performance and
even product malfunction. Debris and buildup
are also fire hazards. Clean using a dish towel
that has been soaked in water and wrung out.
Take caution not to damage the automatic
temperature sensor.
※Do not clean the inside of the cooker immediately
after cooking or keeping rice warm. There is risk of
getting burned.
4 Steam Vent
• Rotate the vent in the “Open” direction and
detach from the cooker. Thoroughly clean
the inside of the vent. Starting from “A”, line
up the three protrusion points to the three
insert points and rotate the vent in the “Close”
direction to reassemble.
5 Accessories
• Wash the rice spatula and measuring cup
clean and then dry them out completely before
storing.
A
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Operating Instructions
Care
6 Inner Lid
• Detach the inner lid from the cooker and
then use a dish detergent with soft cloth or a
sponge to clean it.
<Detaching the Inner Lid>
• Simply pull off the inner lid from the cooker as
shown in the diagram.
<Reattaching the Inner Lid>
• With the side with the letters facing you, push the
inner lid into the attachment point.
7 Underside of the Lid
• Detach the inner lid from the cooker. Soak a
dish towel in warm water, wring it out, and
clean the underside of the cooker’s lid.
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Recipes
Create amazing dishes with Cuchen!
White Rice
Cook in PLAIN Mode
●
Ingredients: Rice and water
●
Directions
1. Use the measuring cup to measure the desired number of servings
(1 cup=1 serving).
2. Wash and rinse the rice well until the water runs clear.
3. Place the washed rice inside the inner pot and fill with water using the plain rice scale.
4. Place the inner pot inside the rice cooker and close the lid.
5. Select the
PLAIN mode and cook.
Mixed
Cook in MIXED Mode
●
Ingredients: Rice, Beans, Millet, and Sorghum
●
Directions
1. Use the measuring cup to measure out the required number of servings, keeping the
rice:beans:millet:sorghum ratio to 8:1:0.5:0.5 (1 cup=1 serving)
2. Set the beans aside and soak them in lukewarm water for at least two hours.
3. Wash the mixture and rinse until the water runs clear.
4. Place the mixture inside the inner pot and fill the pot with water using the plain scale.
5. Select the
MIXED mode and cook.
Porridge
Cook in PORRIDGE Mode
●
Ingredients: Rice and water
●
Directions
1. Use the measuring cup to measure out the required number of servings
(1 cup=1 serving).
2. Wash the rice and rinse until the water runs clear.
3. Place the washed and rinsed rice inside the inner pot and fill the pot with water using the
porridge scale.
4. Place the washed and rinsed rice inside the inner pot and fill the pot with water using the
porridge scale.
5. Select the
PORRIDGE mode and cook.
Reheat (reheating cold rice)
Cook in REHEAT Mode
●
Directions
1. Place the cold rice inside the inner pot and mix well.
2. Select Reheat using the
MENU button.
3. Press the
COOK button. The Cook indicator turns on, and the rice begins to be
reheated.
4. Once reheated, the cooker will automatically enter the Warm mode.
XNote
※To prevent the rice from being overly dried out, spray the rice with little bit of water before reheating.
(Water: 1/4 cup for approx. 45kg)
※ The cooker can only reheat up to a certain amount of rice. Do not exceed level 2 on the plain scale.
※Make sure to thoroughly mix the rice before reheating. Reheating rice in lumps can cause the rice to
dry out or even get burned.
※Make sure to thoroughly mix the rice again after it has been reheated.
※Repeatedly using the reheat feature or reheating only a small amount of rice can cause the rice to burn
and stick to the bottom of the pot.
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Troubleshooting
Check the information below before contacting the service center.
A fully functional cooker may appear to be malfunctioning if you are not familiar with the cooker’s use. In addition, some
issues are easy to correct and can be addressed on your own. If you are experiencing a problem with the product’s use,
troubleshoot by referencing the information below. It might be possible to resolve the issue without having to contact the
service center. If the problem persists after troubleshooting, please contact the service center.
Problem Check Troubleshooting
1. The cooker isn’t
working. It takes too
long to cook.
Is the power cord plugged in? Securely plug in the power cord.
Did the power go out while cooking
was in progress?
If the power was out for an extended
period of time, start over again.
Did you accidentally press Cancel or
any other control button while cooking
was in progress?
Do not press any of the control buttons
while cooking is in progress.
2. Water spills out of the
cooker when cooking
rice.
Is there debris or buildup between the
packing and the inner pot?
Remove the debris and/or buildup.
Is the inner pot damaged or deformed? Replace the inner pot. Always wash the rice
in a separate container to prevent damaging
the inner pot.
3. The rice is overcooked/
undercooked.
Did you add the right amount of water? Add the right amount of water for the
number of servings being cooked and
use the correct scale.
Is the bottom of the inner pot free of
debris and buildup?
Remove debris and buildup from the
bottom of the inner pot and the automatic
temperature sensor.
4. Steam is escaping from
the side of the lid.
Are there grains of rice stuck to the
pressure packing?
Clean the top edge and sides of the inner
pot and the pressure packing.
packing. (where it meets the pressure
packing)
Had the inner pot or the lid been dented
or deformed?
Replace the inner pot if damaged/
deformed. Always wash the rice in a
separate container to prevent damaging
the inner pot.
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Problem Check Troubleshooting
5. Unable to use the Preset
option.
Is the selected mode supported by the
Preset option?
The Preset option is not supported under
QUICK, NURUNGJI, Reheat, and Warm
modes.
Press CANCEL to exit from the mode
and try again.
6. Rice at the bottom of
the inner pot takes on a
yellowish tinge.
This is called melanoizing effect and
actually the result of added rice flavor and
aroma.
7. The rice develops an odor
or discolors when kept
warm.
Have you been keeping the rice warm for
more than 12 hours?
Do not keep rice warm for more than 12
hours.
Were you keeping warm rice that was
cooked using the Preset option with a
very long timer setting?
Do not keep warm rice that was cooked
using the Preset option at a high timer
setting.
8. Rice is coming out brown
in color and stuck to the
inner pot.
Did you wash and rinse the rice
thoroughly?
Always wash and rinse the rice clean.
Is the automatic temperature sensor
covered in debris or buildup?
Remove debris and buildup from the
surface of the automatic temperature
sensor.
● Melanoizing
Cooking rice with a Cuchen electric rice cooker leaves rice at the bottom of the pot slightly brown in
color. This is known as melanoizing and is the result of adding savory flavor and aroma to the rice. If using
the Preset option, starch released from the rice can settle to the bottom of the pot and lead to more
noticeable melanoizing.
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