Hamilton Beach Digital Simplicity User manual

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READ BEFORE USE
LIRE AVANT UTILISATION
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Digital Simplicity™Rice Cooker & Food Steamer
4- to 20-Cup Food Capacity
Cuiseur de riz et marmite à vapeur Digital Simplicity™
Capacité de 250 ml à 4,75 L
Arrocera y Vaporera Digital Simplicity™
Capacidad para Alimento de 4 a 20 Tazas
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Use pot holders
when removing hot containers.
3. To protect against a risk of electrical shock do not immerse cord,
plug, or base 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. Unplug and allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any
manner. Call our toll-free customer service number for information
on examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces, including the stove.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or an electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil, food, water, or other hot liquids.
12. To disconnect, make sure the cook switch is pushed up to the “up”
position; then remove plug from wall outlet.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
14. Lift and open cover carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to
drip into the cooker.
15. Caution: Risk of electric shock. Cook only in removable container.
16. Do not place the unit directly under cabinets when operating as
this product produces large amounts of steam. Avoid reaching
over the product when operating.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or
injury to persons, including the following:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
This appliance is intended for household use only.
WARNING! Shock Hazard: This appliance has a polarized plug (one
wide blade) that reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only
one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If
the plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an
electrician replace the outlet.
The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce
the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
If a longer cord is necessary an approved extension cord may be
used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or
greater than the rating of the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange
the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or table-
top where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.
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Parts and Features
Rice Paddle
Lid
Cooking
Pot
Base
Plastic Rice-Measurer
6-Ounce (180 ml)
Steamer
Basket
Removable Lid
Liner (see Cleaning
for removal
instructions)
Ladle
Condensation
Collector
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Use to delay the start time (up to 15 hours) for
any function EXCEPT Steam Cook.
Use with prepackaged rice mixes, soups, stews,
beans, oats, hot cereals, grits, or any other food
that requires a boil and simmer. This function will
boil the contents and then reduce heat to
simmer for the selected period of time.
Use to cook white rice for a preprogrammed
cook time.
Use to cook brown rice or other grains (any
other than white rice) for a preprogrammed
cook time.
Use to steam food for a selected steam time.
Steaming time can be set from 0 (to just boil
water) to 30 minutes.
Press once to use the keep warm function.
Press twice to turn the cooker off.
Unit automatically shifts to warm function after
every function EXCEPT Steam Cook.
Removable
Vent Cap
Optional Accessories on Select Models
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PLASTIC RICE-MEASURER INFORMATION
1. Do not throw away the plastic rice-measurer that came with your unit. This is an
important tool in using your rice cooker successfully and its size is standard in the
rice industry. One rice-measurer cup does not equal one standard U.S. cup (plastic
rice-measurer is 6 oz/180 ml or approximately 3/4 U.S. cup). When directed to use
“1 cup” for either rice or water, this means use one full, level rice-measurer cup.
Most rice package directions are listed in terms of rice-measurer cups.
2. The most important detail when cooking rice is the ratio of rice to water. A good
general ratio is two parts water to one part rice (please see illustration below). If for
some reason you lose or misplace the plastic rice-measurer, measure BOTH rice
and water using a standard U.S. cup–your rice will turn out just as well. To prevent
overflow and/or overheating, do not exceed the 10-Cup Line when both rice and
water are added to cooking pot.
How to Make Rice Electrical Shock Hazard. Cook only in removable cooking pot. Never place water or food
directly into the base.
BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash cooking pot following
Cleaning instructions; dry thoroughly.
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Carefully place cooking pot straight down on base. Make sure cooking pot is securely
seated by rotating the pot left and right. NOTE: Make sure bottom of cooking pot is not
bent or warped, or it will not conduct heat correctly.
Add desired amount of uncooked rice to pot;
then fill with water to corresponding water line.
Example: For 3 cups of rice add 3 level rice-
measurer cups of rice, and then add water to
the “3” line. Do not exceed 10-Cup fill line.
Rice Water
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How to Make Rice (cont.)
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When finished cooking, cooker will switch to
WARM and light will glow. The unit will keep
rice warm until it is turned off or unplugged.
The light will flash for 5 seconds.
ON will appear in the display. Rice will cook
for the preset time. NOTE: Empty condensa-
tion collector as needed during cooking.
Select the type of rice to be cooked: WHITE
RICE or WHOLE GRAIN. For packaged rice
mixes, see How to Set Boil/Simmer.
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WARNING! Burn Hazard. Never use lid
handle to carry cooker when contents are
hot. Steam from steam vent can cause
injury.
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Press the WARM/OFF pad twice to turn off.
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How to Steam Food
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Carefully place cooking pot straight down on base. Make sure cooking pot is securely
seated by rotating the pot left and right. NOTE: Make sure bottom of cooking pot is
not bent or warped, or it will not conduct heat correctly. Place food in steamer basket.
Pour desired amount of water in cooking
pot. NOTE: If pot boils dry, cooker will beep
and the remaining time will flash in display.
Add more water and press STEAM COOK
to continue steaming cycle or press the
WARM/OFF pad twice to turn off.
Electrical Shock Hazard. Cook only in removable cooking pot and steam basket.
Never place water or food directly into the base.
BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash cooking pot following
Cleaning instructions; dry thoroughly.
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Press the STEAM COOK pad.
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How to Steam Food (cont.)
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Continue to press STEAM COOK pad to
set the cook time.
When finished cooking, cooker will switch to
WARM and light will glow. The unit will keep
food warm until it is turned off or unplugged.
Press the WARM/OFF pad twice to turn off.
WARNING! Burn Hazard. Never use lid
handle to carry cooker when contents are
hot. Steam from steam vent can cause
injury.
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Press DELAY START pad. The display will
flash 1 hour as the default delay time.
Continue to press DELAY START button to
set delay time.
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How to Set Delay Start Time
Place water in cooking pot and food in
steaming basket. See How to Steam Food.Press a function button to set cooking
time. See How to Steam Food for more
information. NOTE: DELAY START does
not work with the STEAM COOK function.
NOTES:
• Cooking/steaming will begin once the unit has completed the delay time countdown.
• This function is ideal for soaking and cooking dried beans.
The display will flash and then begin
counting down the set delay time.
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Press BOIL/SIMMER pad. “5” will appear
in the display.
NOTE: The simmer time can be set from
5–90 minutes in “minute increments”
and up to 5 hours in “hour increments.”
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How to Set Boil/Simmer
Place water and desired contents into
cooking pot. Continue to press BOIL/SIMMER pad until
desired amount of “simmer” time is
selected. The cooker will bring the con-
tents to a boil and then simmer for the
selected amount of time.
The display will begin counting down the
simmer time AFTER a boil has been
reached. After simmer time is complete,
the cooker will automatically switch to
WARM.
WARNING! Burn Hazard. Never use lid
handle to carry cooker when contents are
hot. Steam from steam vent can cause
injury.
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Electrical Shock Hazard. Cook only in removable cooking pot and
steam basket. Never place water or food directly into the base.
BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash cooking pot following
Cleaning instructions;
dry thoroughly.
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Cleaning
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Electrical Shock Hazard.
Do not immerse base, cord, or plug in water or other liquid.
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Lid liner may be removed to wash by
hand or may also be placed in the top
rack of the dishwasher for easy cleaning.
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Plastic accessories (steamer and paddle)
may also be washed in the DISHWASHER.
NOTE: Ladle is an optional accessory on
select models.
NOTE: Ladle is an optional accessory on
select models.
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Rice Cooking Chart and Tips
TYPE OF RICE SETTING AMOUNT OF UNCOOKED RICE AMOUNT OF WATER COOK TIME SERVES
White
Min. Amount White 2 cups (450 g) Fill pot to “2” line 15–25 minutes 2–3
Max. Amount Rice 10 cups (2,5 L) Fill pot to “10” line 30–45 minutes 10–12
Brown
Min. Amount Whole 2 cups (450 g) Fill pot to “2” line 25–35 minutes 2–3
Max. Amount Grain 10 cups (2,5 L) Fill pot to “10” line 40–55 minutes 10–12
Rice Cooker Cooking Time (approximate). Rice cooker will
switch to WARM after cooking time, indicating rice is cooked.
Serving Size = 3/4 cup (180 g)
• Stir prepackaged, boxed rice mixes at least once during cooking;
otherwise, spices may stick to the bottom of the cooking pot. For
best results, unplug unit when finished cooking this type of rice.
Do not “keep warm.”
• Rinsing rice will sometimes increase bubbling during cooking.
When cooking a half pot or less of rice, minimize bubbling/
overflow by reducing water by about one-third.
• Allowing rice to “rest” for approximately 5–10 minutes after cooking
will yield better-textured rice.
• Give rice a flavor boost by substituting an equal amount chicken/
beef/vegetable broth for water.
• Note that the cook times listed here are approximate and for refer-
ence only. You do not need to enter cooking times when using the
WHITE RICE or WHOLE GRAIN functions since the unit knows
when the food is finished and will adjust cooking time accordingly.
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Dried Beans
1 pound (450 g) dried beans (any variety)
8 cups (2 L) water
1/8 teaspoon (0.65 ml) baking soda
1 medium onion, quartered
1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Sort beans by removing any pebbles or stems. Place beans in
colander and rinse well. Place beans into cooking pot. Add water,
baking soda, onion, and olive oil.
Set Simplicity Cooker: Delay Start (at least 6 hours or overnight)
Boil/Simmer: 1 1/2 hours
Season with salt and pepper to taste
Servings: 12
Tex-Mex Rice
3 cups (750 ml) water
1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped cilantro
2 jalapeño peppers, seeded
3 cups (750 ml) white long-grain rice
4 ears corn, cut from cob
1/8 teaspoon (0.65 ml) ground cumin
24-ounce (709 ml) jar of salsa
Place water 3 cups (750 ml) water, cilantro, and peppers into blender.
Process until all ingredients are well-chopped. Place mixture from
blender and remaining ingredients into cooking pot.
Set Simplicity Cooker: White rice
Servings: 6
Recipes
Lentil Soup
2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
1 cup (250 ml) carrot, finely chopped
1 cup (250 ml) celery, finely chopped
2 teaspoons (30 ml) kosher salt
1 (16 ounce/450 g) bag lentils, picked and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce/411 g) can fire-roasted tomatoes
2 quarts (2 L) chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground cumin
Rinse lentils. Place all ingredients in cooking pot; stir gently to combine.
Set Simplicity Cooker: Boil/Simmer: 35 minutes
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Servings: 6–8
Overnight Oatmeal
2 cups (500 ml) old-fashioned oatmeal
4 cups (1 L) water
1/2 cup (125 ml) dried apples, chopped
Dash salt
1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) cinnamon
Sugar or sweetener, to taste
2 tablespoons (30 ml) butter, optional
Place oatmeal, water, dried apples, salt, and cinnamon into cooking pot.
Set Simplicity Cooker: Delay Start (at least 6 hours or overnight)
Boil/Simmer: 5 minutes
Optional: Stir in sugar and butter.
NOTE: This recipe may be made immediately (without using delay
option), if desired. Servings: 4
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Recipes (cont.)
Steamed Shrimp with Vegetables
1 pound (450 g) large frozen shrimp
1 cup (250 ml) sugar snap peas
3/4 to 1 cup (175 to 250 ml) red bell pepper, sliced
1/2 to 3/4 cup (125 to 175 ml) onion, sliced
1 cup (250 ml) chopped pineapple (in juice)
1 (12-ounce/354-ml) bottle teriyaki sauce (or other desired sauce)
White rice (uncooked)
Place desired amount of white rice into cooking pot. Fill cooking pot
with water to corresponding water line.
Set Simplicity Cooker: White Rice
While rice is cooking, chop vegetables and thaw shrimp under cold
running water. After approximately 15 minutes, place shrimp and
vegetables into steamer basket and place basket into cooker.
Cook approximately 10 minutes or until shrimp are opaque and
veggies slightly tender. When cooking cycle is completed, toss
shrimp, vegetables, pineapple, and rice with teriyaki sauce and
serve.
Servings: 4
Steamed Salmon with Brown Rice
2 salmon fillets (wild Alaskan, 3–4 ounces/85–113 g each)
2 teaspoons (10 ml) ground ginger
3 tablespoons (45 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons (10 ml) dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) chili flakes
1 green onion or shallot, sliced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Brown rice (uncooked)
Place steamer basket on plate (to catch any drippings). Mix ginger,
soy sauce, garlic, dark brown sugar, and chili flakes. Rub fish filets
with mixture and place in refrigerator to marinate for approximately
30 minutes.
Measure brown rice according to desired servings/package direc-
tions. Fill cooking pot to corresponding water line (see Rice Chart for
additional information). Chicken or vegetable stock/broth may also
be substituted for water.
Set Simplicity Cooker: Whole Grain—after approximately 30–35
minutes, lift cover and add steamer basket
with salmon fillets.
Cook an additional 8–10 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a
fork. Serve salmon over rice and sprinkle with sliced green onion.
Servings: 2
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Recipes (cont.)
Rice Pudding with Peaches and Apples
4 rice-measurer cups white or jasmine rice
(fill cooking pot to “4” line)
5 cups (1.25 L) 1% or skim milk
1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 ml) kosher salt
2 1/2 teaspoons (12.5 ml) ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 ml) vanilla
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) almond extract
3/4 cup (175 ml) light brown sugar
1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar
3/4 cup (175 ml) dried peaches
3/4 cup (175 ml) dried apples
Place rice into cooking pot first; then add liquids and remaining
ingredients.
Set Simplicity Cooker: White Rice
Add additional milk when finished cooking to achieve desired
pudding consistency.
NOTE: Any dried fruit may be substituted. Add nuts (walnuts,
pecans, etc.) if desired.
Servings: 8–10
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
Cooker doesn’t turn on.
Rice is not cooked.
Rice is mushy.
Rice cooker starts to
“beep” during
STEAM COOK.
PROBABLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Cooker is not plugged in. Make sure rice cooker is plugged into a properly operating electrical outlet.
Not enough water/cooking liquid. Follow package directions or see Rice Cooking Chart for more information.
Carefully place cooking pot straight down in base. Make sure cooking pot is securely seated by rotating the pot left and
right. NOTE: If cooking pot is bent or warped, it will not seat properly in base and, therefore, will not conduct heat cor-
rectly. To replace cooking pot, call the toll-free Customer Assistance number listed on the cover of this guide.
Too much liquid added to cooking pot. Reduce liquid.
Cooking pot has boiled dry. Add more water and press STEAM COOK to continue steaming or press OFF.
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Limited Warranty
This warranty applies to products purchased in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of
any other warranty or condition.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original
purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective,
at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or
component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal
or greater value.
This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the
product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift
recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product
is used for other than single-family household use.
We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability
is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such
warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have
other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or
special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada
or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers
on your appliance.
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