Tesco RC16 User manual
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Rice Cooker
USER GUIDE
RC16
Tesco Stores Ltd,
Welwyn Garden City AL7 1GA, U.K.
UK: Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste. Separate disposal facilities exist, for your nearest
facilities. See www.recycle-more.co.uk or in-store for details.
ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste electrical products
should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle
where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for
recycling advice.
Cooking the Rice
$Wipe off any spilt water from outside the cooking
pot.
$Place the glass lid on the pot and ckeck it is firmly
seated.
$Plug the appliance into the mains and switch on at
the mains point. The “warm” light will come on.
When the Rice Cooker is connected to the mains it
goes into the “warm” state. Plug the appliance in just
before you cook the rice.
$Press the switch down to start cooking the rice. (If
the switch is not pressed down, the cooker will
remain in the “warm” state).
$Do NOT open the lid while the rice is cooking!!
$When the cooking is finished, the switch will pop
up and a click will be heard.
$The rice cooker will now revert to “warm” status
and keep the rice warm.
$Allow the rice to “rest” for 10 minutes with the lid
closed. During this period the water vapour
permeates the rice, making it fluffy and
improving the taste.
$At the end of this period, open the lid and stir the
rice gently but thoroughly with the supplied
spoon or a suitable alternative to prevent the rice
grains from sticking together. NEVER use a metal
spoon or you will damage the non-stick surface.
The rice may now be served, or left to keep warm in
the cooker.
Serving the rice
$When the rice is ready to serve, disconnect the
appliance from the mains. Serve the rice directly
from the cooker or remove the rice pot using oven
gloves. If you remove the pot, stand it on a flat
heatproof surface.
$When serving rice, use the spoon provided or a
non-metallic spoon and make sure any grains
that may be adhering to the spoon are all
removed. NEVER use a metal spoon as this will
damage the non-stick surface.
Care and Maintenance
After Use:
$Unplug the appliance from the mains.
$Allow the appliance and the pot to cool’
$Wash the rice pot and lid in warm soapy water.
Residual food can be removed with a rubber
spatula, a cleaning sponge or a cloth. Soak
stubborn food deposits in warm soapy water
before cleaning.
$Do not use abrasives or abrasive cleaning
compounds either on the inside of the pot or the
appliance body.
$To remove water spots and other stains from the
appliance body, use a non-abrasive cleaner or
vinegar.
$Wipe the body of the cooker with a damp cloth
containing a trace of dilute detergent. Remove all
traces of detergent with a cloth damped with
clean water. Dry tthoroughly.
$Store the assembled cooker away from sources of
heat and moisture and out of the reach of children
and pets.
Maintenance
The cooker operates by contact between the bottom
of the rice pot and the Hot Plate. Deformation in the
Rice pot or foreign material adhering to the underside
of the rice pot or the hot plate affects the transfer of
heat and the rice will be undercooked.
If the hot plate or the underside of the cooker pot is
dirty or discoloured, lightly rub the surface with a
damp plastic scouring pad and dry thoroughly. Ensure
the rice pot base and the cooking plate are completly
dry before operating the cooker.
When the pot is placed in the cooker the thermostat
allows the cooker switch to be moved to the “cook”
position. At the end of cooking or if the pot is removed
the cooker will revert to the “warm” position. Cooker
operation depends on free movement of the
thermostat. If movement is impeded, brush the cavity
around the thermostat with a suitable brush to free it.
WARRANTY
Your appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months
from the date of purchase. If a fault develops during
this period, please return the unit to your nearest
Tesco store together with the original receipt as proof
of purchase. This warranty in no way affects your
consumer rights.
SPECIFICATIONS
Mains Voltage: 220-240 V AC, 50Hz
Mains Power: 420-500 Watts
Capacity: 1.5 Litres
Net Weight: 1.93 kg
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
Hot Plate
Spring
Thermostat
COOK
WARM
“Cook”
Light
“Warm”
Light
Switch
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UNPACKING
Remove all packaging from the appliance and
accessories Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it
please do so according to any recycling regulations.
The packing includes
$The rice cooker appliance
$Rice cooking pot and glass lid
$Spoon and Measuring cup
$If items are missing or damaged, contact your
nearest Tesco store for assistance.
The inner rice pot of this appliance must
not be used in an oven or on any form of
direct heat to avoid deforming the pot
with the consequent risk of appliance
damage and malfunction. The rice pot
should be used only with this appliance.
USING YOUR RICE COOKER
IMPORTANT NOTE: When switched on for the first
time the appliance may emit a slight odour. This is
normal and will disperse within a few minutes.
Using the appliance for the first time:
$Wash the rice pot, spoon, measuring cup and
glass lid in hot soapy water. Rinse well in clear
water and dry carefully.
$Wipe the cooker body with a damp cloth
containing a trace of dilute detergent. Remove all
traces of detergent with a cloth damped with
clean water. Dry thoroughly.
Before using the appliance:
$Ensure the appliance is stable and well-
supported.
$Check the lid has no cracks or other visible signs of
damage.
$Ensure there are no objects in the rice cooker.
RC16 RICE COOKER USER GUIDE
SAFETY GUIDE
Please follow all the safety precautions listed
below for safety and to reduce the risk of injury or
electrical shock.
Read all the instructions carefully before using this
appliance and keep them for future reference.
Retain the manual. If you pass the product on to a
third party, make sure to include this manual.
Unplug the appliance from the mains supply
when not in use, or before cleaning any part of the
appliance.
Allow the appliance to cool fully before cleaning.
This appliance is for household use only.
Do not use the appliance outdoors or in damp or
wet conditions.
Do not immerse the body of the rice cooker or the
electrical cord or plug in liquids.
Do not use the appliance near a source of heat or
on an unstable surface.
Never use the cooker pot to cook food in any form
of oven or on any form of direct heat
Make sure that the power cord does not touch any
hot surface and that it does not overhang the edge
of your work surface.
When unplugging the power cord, hold the plug
top, not the power cord.
Do not use attachments or accessories which are
not recommended by the manufacturer. They may
cause malfunction or injury.
Store the appliance away from direct sunlight and
out of the reach of children.
Use oven gloves to remove the lid or to move the
cooking pot during or immediately after use. RISK
OF BURNS
There are no user serviceable parts in your
appliance. Unauthorised dismantling or servicing
will void the product warranty.
Do not operate the appliance with a damaged
cord or plug or after the appliance or any
component has been damaged. Seek expert
assistance.
Use this appliance only as specified in this
manual.
Use extreme care when moving an appliance
containing hot food or other liquids.
This appliance can be used by children aged from
8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children unless they are older than
8 and supervised .
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach fo
children less than 8 years.
B U R N S C A N O C C U R F R O M
TOUCHING HOT METAL PARTS,
HOT WATER OR STEAM. EXERCISE
CARE WHEN HANDLING!
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
Before using this appliance ensure that the
voltage of your electricity supply is the same as
that indicated on the rating plate of the appliance
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
Carry
Handle Glass Lid
Spring
Thermostat
Hot
Plate
Measuring
Cup
Rice
Spoon
Control
Panel
Cooker
Body
Rice
Pot
Scale
(on inside)
RICE COOKING PROCEDURE
$Measure the desired amount of rice with the
supplied measuring cup or other suitable
measuring jug. One cup of rice weighs around 150
grammes (0.18 litre).
$In a separate bowl rinse the rice several times until
the water in the bowl shows relatively clear.
$Do not rinse rice in the cooking pot. If the pot is
used for washing rice, the bottom may be
deformed which will result in poor conduction
with the heating plate.
$Make sure the heating plate and the bottom of the
rice pot are clean and free from any particles.
$Place the rice pot in the cooker.
$Drain the rice well in a colander
$Spoon the rice into the rice pot with the provided
spoon or a suitable non-metallic spoon and add
salt to taste.
$If you wish you may add one teaspoon of vegetable
oil per cup of rice. The oil keeps the rice grains
separate and is recommended with Basmati and
Long Grain Rice.
Adding Water
The simplest method to achieve perfect rice is the
absorption method: the rice is cooked in a measured
amount of water so that by the time the rice is cooked,
all the water has been absorbed. As the water level
drops, trapped steam finishes the cooking.
As a general rule, use 1 cup of rice to 1 ¼ cup of water
for long-grain white rice.
You may need to experiment a little to find the
amount you like best. More water gives you softer,
stickier rice—great for stir-fries. Less water results in
firmer rice, a good style for rice salads.
Keep in mind that you need to adjust water to rice
ratio. Brown rice requires more water. Shorter-grain
rice requires less water.
Warning: Insufficient water can result in burned rice
and damage to the rice cooker.
Warning : Too much water can cause overspill.
Add fresh water to the rice following the guide below. (You may need to slightly adjust the amount of water
due to variations between brands of rice and to suit personal taste).
In the rice pot there are a series of water levels. Do not
add water higher than the maximum line (8 x180ml
measuring cups,1.5 litres ).
Before cooking: stir the rice lightly with a non-
metallic spoon to distribute the salt and any added oil
through the rice.
Rice Type
Ratio Rice:Water
Soak Time Before Cooking
Long grain white rice
1 : 1.25
N/A
Short grain white rice
1 : 1.25
N/A
Thai “Jasmine” rice
1 : 1.25
15 minutes
Basmati rice
1: 1.5
15 minutes
Brown rice (with husk on)
1 : 1.65
60 minutes
Easy cook and speciality rice Follow the instructions on the packet
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UNPACKING
Remove all packaging from the appliance and
accessories Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it
please do so according to any recycling regulations.
The packing includes
$The rice cooker appliance
$Rice cooking pot and glass lid
$Spoon and Measuring cup
$If items are missing or damaged, contact your
nearest Tesco store for assistance.
The inner rice pot of this appliance must
not be used in an oven or on any form of
direct heat to avoid deforming the pot
with the consequent risk of appliance
damage and malfunction. The rice pot
should be used only with this appliance.
USING YOUR RICE COOKER
IMPORTANT NOTE: When switched on for the first
time the appliance may emit a slight odour. This is
normal and will disperse within a few minutes.
Using the appliance for the first time:
$Wash the rice pot, spoon, measuring cup and
glass lid in hot soapy water. Rinse well in clear
water and dry carefully.
$Wipe the cooker body with a damp cloth
containing a trace of dilute detergent. Remove all
traces of detergent with a cloth damped with
clean water. Dry thoroughly.
Before using the appliance:
$Ensure the appliance is stable and well-
supported.
$Check the lid has no cracks or other visible signs of
damage.
$Ensure there are no objects in the rice cooker.
RC16 RICE COOKER USER GUIDE
SAFETY GUIDE
Please follow all the safety precautions listed
below for safety and to reduce the risk of injury or
electrical shock.
Read all the instructions carefully before using this
appliance and keep them for future reference.
Retain the manual. If you pass the product on to a
third party, make sure to include this manual.
Unplug the appliance from the mains supply
when not in use, or before cleaning any part of the
appliance.
Allow the appliance to cool fully before cleaning.
This appliance is for household use only.
Do not use the appliance outdoors or in damp or
wet conditions.
Do not immerse the body of the rice cooker or the
electrical cord or plug in liquids.
Do not use the appliance near a source of heat or
on an unstable surface.
Never use the cooker pot to cook food in any form
of oven or on any form of direct heat
Make sure that the power cord does not touch any
hot surface and that it does not overhang the edge
of your work surface.
When unplugging the power cord, hold the plug
top, not the power cord.
Do not use attachments or accessories which are
not recommended by the manufacturer. They may
cause malfunction or injury.
Store the appliance away from direct sunlight and
out of the reach of children.
Use oven gloves to remove the lid or to move the
cooking pot during or immediately after use. RISK
OF BURNS
There are no user serviceable parts in your
appliance. Unauthorised dismantling or servicing
will void the product warranty.
Do not operate the appliance with a damaged
cord or plug or after the appliance or any
component has been damaged. Seek expert
assistance.
Use this appliance only as specified in this
manual.
Use extreme care when moving an appliance
containing hot food or other liquids.
This appliance can be used by children aged from
8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children unless they are older than
8 and supervised .
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach fo
children less than 8 years.
B U R N S C A N O C C U R F R O M
TOUCHING HOT METAL PARTS,
HOT WATER OR STEAM. EXERCISE
CARE WHEN HANDLING!
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
Before using this appliance ensure that the
voltage of your electricity supply is the same as
that indicated on the rating plate of the appliance
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
Carry
Handle Glass Lid
Spring
Thermostat
Hot
Plate
Measuring
Cup
Rice
Spoon
Control
Panel
Cooker
Body
Rice
Pot
Scale
(on inside)
RICE COOKING PROCEDURE
$Measure the desired amount of rice with the
supplied measuring cup or other suitable
measuring jug. One cup of rice weighs around 150
grammes (0.18 litre).
$In a separate bowl rinse the rice several times until
the water in the bowl shows relatively clear.
$Do not rinse rice in the cooking pot. If the pot is
used for washing rice, the bottom may be
deformed which will result in poor conduction
with the heating plate.
$Make sure the heating plate and the bottom of the
rice pot are clean and free from any particles.
$Place the rice pot in the cooker.
$Drain the rice well in a colander
$Spoon the rice into the rice pot with the provided
spoon or a suitable non-metallic spoon and add
salt to taste.
$If you wish you may add one teaspoon of vegetable
oil per cup of rice. The oil keeps the rice grains
separate and is recommended with Basmati and
Long Grain Rice.
Adding Water
The simplest method to achieve perfect rice is the
absorption method: the rice is cooked in a measured
amount of water so that by the time the rice is cooked,
all the water has been absorbed. As the water level
drops, trapped steam finishes the cooking.
As a general rule, use 1 cup of rice to 1 ¼ cup of water
for long-grain white rice.
You may need to experiment a little to find the
amount you like best. More water gives you softer,
stickier rice—great for stir-fries. Less water results in
firmer rice, a good style for rice salads.
Keep in mind that you need to adjust water to rice
ratio. Brown rice requires more water. Shorter-grain
rice requires less water.
Warning: Insufficient water can result in burned rice
and damage to the rice cooker.
Warning : Too much water can cause overspill.
Add fresh water to the rice following the guide below. (You may need to slightly adjust the amount of water
due to variations between brands of rice and to suit personal taste).
In the rice pot there are a series of water levels. Do not
add water higher than the maximum line (8 x180ml
measuring cups,1.5 litres ).
Before cooking: stir the rice lightly with a non-
metallic spoon to distribute the salt and any added oil
through the rice.
Rice Type
Ratio Rice:Water
Soak Time Before Cooking
Long grain white rice
1 : 1.25
N/A
Short grain white rice
1 : 1.25
N/A
Thai “Jasmine” rice
1 : 1.25
15 minutes
Basmati rice
1: 1.5
15 minutes
Brown rice (with husk on)
1 : 1.65
60 minutes
Easy cook and speciality rice Follow the instructions on the packet
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UNPACKING
Remove all packaging from the appliance and
accessories Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it
please do so according to any recycling regulations.
The packing includes
$The rice cooker appliance
$Rice cooking pot and glass lid
$Spoon and Measuring cup
$If items are missing or damaged, contact your
nearest Tesco store for assistance.
The inner rice pot of this appliance must
not be used in an oven or on any form of
direct heat to avoid deforming the pot
with the consequent risk of appliance
damage and malfunction. The rice pot
should be used only with this appliance.
USING YOUR RICE COOKER
IMPORTANT NOTE: When switched on for the first
time the appliance may emit a slight odour. This is
normal and will disperse within a few minutes.
Using the appliance for the first time:
$Wash the rice pot, spoon, measuring cup and
glass lid in hot soapy water. Rinse well in clear
water and dry carefully.
$Wipe the cooker body with a damp cloth
containing a trace of dilute detergent. Remove all
traces of detergent with a cloth damped with
clean water. Dry thoroughly.
Before using the appliance:
$Ensure the appliance is stable and well-
supported.
$Check the lid has no cracks or other visible signs of
damage.
$Ensure there are no objects in the rice cooker.
RC16 RICE COOKER USER GUIDE
SAFETY GUIDE
Please follow all the safety precautions listed
below for safety and to reduce the risk of injury or
electrical shock.
Read all the instructions carefully before using this
appliance and keep them for future reference.
Retain the manual. If you pass the product on to a
third party, make sure to include this manual.
Unplug the appliance from the mains supply
when not in use, or before cleaning any part of the
appliance.
Allow the appliance to cool fully before cleaning.
This appliance is for household use only.
Do not use the appliance outdoors or in damp or
wet conditions.
Do not immerse the body of the rice cooker or the
electrical cord or plug in liquids.
Do not use the appliance near a source of heat or
on an unstable surface.
Never use the cooker pot to cook food in any form
of oven or on any form of direct heat
Make sure that the power cord does not touch any
hot surface and that it does not overhang the edge
of your work surface.
When unplugging the power cord, hold the plug
top, not the power cord.
Do not use attachments or accessories which are
not recommended by the manufacturer. They may
cause malfunction or injury.
Store the appliance away from direct sunlight and
out of the reach of children.
Use oven gloves to remove the lid or to move the
cooking pot during or immediately after use. RISK
OF BURNS
There are no user serviceable parts in your
appliance. Unauthorised dismantling or servicing
will void the product warranty.
Do not operate the appliance with a damaged
cord or plug or after the appliance or any
component has been damaged. Seek expert
assistance.
Use this appliance only as specified in this
manual.
Use extreme care when moving an appliance
containing hot food or other liquids.
This appliance can be used by children aged from
8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children unless they are older than
8 and supervised .
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach fo
children less than 8 years.
B U R N S C A N O C C U R F R O M
TOUCHING HOT METAL PARTS,
HOT WATER OR STEAM. EXERCISE
CARE WHEN HANDLING!
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
Before using this appliance ensure that the
voltage of your electricity supply is the same as
that indicated on the rating plate of the appliance
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
Carry
Handle Glass Lid
Spring
Thermostat
Hot
Plate
Measuring
Cup
Rice
Spoon
Control
Panel
Cooker
Body
Rice
Pot
Scale
(on inside)
RICE COOKING PROCEDURE
$Measure the desired amount of rice with the
supplied measuring cup or other suitable
measuring jug. One cup of rice weighs around 150
grammes (0.18 litre).
$In a separate bowl rinse the rice several times until
the water in the bowl shows relatively clear.
$Do not rinse rice in the cooking pot. If the pot is
used for washing rice, the bottom may be
deformed which will result in poor conduction
with the heating plate.
$Make sure the heating plate and the bottom of the
rice pot are clean and free from any particles.
$Place the rice pot in the cooker.
$Drain the rice well in a colander
$Spoon the rice into the rice pot with the provided
spoon or a suitable non-metallic spoon and add
salt to taste.
$If you wish you may add one teaspoon of vegetable
oil per cup of rice. The oil keeps the rice grains
separate and is recommended with Basmati and
Long Grain Rice.
Adding Water
The simplest method to achieve perfect rice is the
absorption method: the rice is cooked in a measured
amount of water so that by the time the rice is cooked,
all the water has been absorbed. As the water level
drops, trapped steam finishes the cooking.
As a general rule, use 1 cup of rice to 1 ¼ cup of water
for long-grain white rice.
You may need to experiment a little to find the
amount you like best. More water gives you softer,
stickier rice—great for stir-fries. Less water results in
firmer rice, a good style for rice salads.
Keep in mind that you need to adjust water to rice
ratio. Brown rice requires more water. Shorter-grain
rice requires less water.
Warning: Insufficient water can result in burned rice
and damage to the rice cooker.
Warning : Too much water can cause overspill.
Add fresh water to the rice following the guide below. (You may need to slightly adjust the amount of water
due to variations between brands of rice and to suit personal taste).
In the rice pot there are a series of water levels. Do not
add water higher than the maximum line (8 x180ml
measuring cups,1.5 litres ).
Before cooking: stir the rice lightly with a non-
metallic spoon to distribute the salt and any added oil
through the rice.
Rice Type
Ratio Rice:Water
Soak Time Before Cooking
Long grain white rice
1 : 1.25
N/A
Short grain white rice
1 : 1.25
N/A
Thai “Jasmine” rice
1 : 1.25
15 minutes
Basmati rice
1: 1.5
15 minutes
Brown rice (with husk on)
1 : 1.65
60 minutes
Easy cook and speciality rice Follow the instructions on the packet
Page 5 Page 6
Rice Cooker
USER GUIDE
RC16
Tesco Stores Ltd,
Welwyn Garden City AL7 1GA, U.K.
UK: Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste. Separate disposal facilities exist, for your nearest
facilities. See www.recycle-more.co.uk or in-store for details.
ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste electrical products
should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle
where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for
recycling advice.
Cooking the Rice
$Wipe off any spilt water from outside the cooking
pot.
$Place the glass lid on the pot and ckeck it is firmly
seated.
$Plug the appliance into the mains and switch on at
the mains point. The “warm” light will come on.
When the Rice Cooker is connected to the mains it
goes into the “warm” state. Plug the appliance in just
before you cook the rice.
$Press the switch down to start cooking the rice. (If
the switch is not pressed down, the cooker will
remain in the “warm” state).
$Do NOT open the lid while the rice is cooking!!
$When the cooking is finished, the switch will pop
up and a click will be heard.
$The rice cooker will now revert to “warm” status
and keep the rice warm.
$Allow the rice to “rest” for 10 minutes with the lid
closed. During this period the water vapour
permeates the rice, making it fluffy and
improving the taste.
$At the end of this period, open the lid and stir the
rice gently but thoroughly with the supplied
spoon or a suitable alternative to prevent the rice
grains from sticking together. NEVER use a metal
spoon or you will damage the non-stick surface.
The rice may now be served, or left to keep warm in
the cooker.
Serving the rice
$When the rice is ready to serve, disconnect the
appliance from the mains. Serve the rice directly
from the cooker or remove the rice pot using oven
gloves. If you remove the pot, stand it on a flat
heatproof surface.
$When serving rice, use the spoon provided or a
non-metallic spoon and make sure any grains
that may be adhering to the spoon are all
removed. NEVER use a metal spoon as this will
damage the non-stick surface.
Care and Maintenance
After Use:
$Unplug the appliance from the mains.
$Allow the appliance and the pot to cool’
$Wash the rice pot and lid in warm soapy water.
Residual food can be removed with a rubber
spatula, a cleaning sponge or a cloth. Soak
stubborn food deposits in warm soapy water
before cleaning.
$Do not use abrasives or abrasive cleaning
compounds either on the inside of the pot or the
appliance body.
$To remove water spots and other stains from the
appliance body, use a non-abrasive cleaner or
vinegar.
$Wipe the body of the cooker with a damp cloth
containing a trace of dilute detergent. Remove all
traces of detergent with a cloth damped with
clean water. Dry tthoroughly.
$Store the assembled cooker away from sources of
heat and moisture and out of the reach of children
and pets.
Maintenance
The cooker operates by contact between the bottom
of the rice pot and the Hot Plate. Deformation in the
Rice pot or foreign material adhering to the underside
of the rice pot or the hot plate affects the transfer of
heat and the rice will be undercooked.
If the hot plate or the underside of the cooker pot is
dirty or discoloured, lightly rub the surface with a
damp plastic scouring pad and dry thoroughly. Ensure
the rice pot base and the cooking plate are completly
dry before operating the cooker.
When the pot is placed in the cooker the thermostat
allows the cooker switch to be moved to the “cook”
position. At the end of cooking or if the pot is removed
the cooker will revert to the “warm” position. Cooker
operation depends on free movement of the
thermostat. If movement is impeded, brush the cavity
around the thermostat with a suitable brush to free it.
WARRANTY
Your appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months
from the date of purchase. If a fault develops during
this period, please return the unit to your nearest
Tesco store together with the original receipt as proof
of purchase. This warranty in no way affects your
consumer rights.
SPECIFICATIONS
Mains Voltage: 220-240 V AC, 50Hz
Mains Power: 420-500 Watts
Capacity: 1.5 Litres
Net Weight: 1.93 kg
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
Hot Plate
Spring
Thermostat
COOK
WARM
“Cook”
Light
“Warm”
Light
Switch
Page 5 Page 6
Rice Cooker
USER GUIDE
RC16
Tesco Stores Ltd,
Welwyn Garden City AL7 1GA, U.K.
UK: Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste. Separate disposal facilities exist, for your nearest
facilities. See www.recycle-more.co.uk or in-store for details.
ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste electrical products
should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle
where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for
recycling advice.
Cooking the Rice
$Wipe off any spilt water from outside the cooking
pot.
$Place the glass lid on the pot and ckeck it is firmly
seated.
$Plug the appliance into the mains and switch on at
the mains point. The “warm” light will come on.
When the Rice Cooker is connected to the mains it
goes into the “warm” state. Plug the appliance in just
before you cook the rice.
$Press the switch down to start cooking the rice. (If
the switch is not pressed down, the cooker will
remain in the “warm” state).
$Do NOT open the lid while the rice is cooking!!
$When the cooking is finished, the switch will pop
up and a click will be heard.
$The rice cooker will now revert to “warm” status
and keep the rice warm.
$Allow the rice to “rest” for 10 minutes with the lid
closed. During this period the water vapour
permeates the rice, making it fluffy and
improving the taste.
$At the end of this period, open the lid and stir the
rice gently but thoroughly with the supplied
spoon or a suitable alternative to prevent the rice
grains from sticking together. NEVER use a metal
spoon or you will damage the non-stick surface.
The rice may now be served, or left to keep warm in
the cooker.
Serving the rice
$When the rice is ready to serve, disconnect the
appliance from the mains. Serve the rice directly
from the cooker or remove the rice pot using oven
gloves. If you remove the pot, stand it on a flat
heatproof surface.
$When serving rice, use the spoon provided or a
non-metallic spoon and make sure any grains
that may be adhering to the spoon are all
removed. NEVER use a metal spoon as this will
damage the non-stick surface.
Care and Maintenance
After Use:
$Unplug the appliance from the mains.
$Allow the appliance and the pot to cool’
$Wash the rice pot and lid in warm soapy water.
Residual food can be removed with a rubber
spatula, a cleaning sponge or a cloth. Soak
stubborn food deposits in warm soapy water
before cleaning.
$Do not use abrasives or abrasive cleaning
compounds either on the inside of the pot or the
appliance body.
$To remove water spots and other stains from the
appliance body, use a non-abrasive cleaner or
vinegar.
$Wipe the body of the cooker with a damp cloth
containing a trace of dilute detergent. Remove all
traces of detergent with a cloth damped with
clean water. Dry tthoroughly.
$Store the assembled cooker away from sources of
heat and moisture and out of the reach of children
and pets.
Maintenance
The cooker operates by contact between the bottom
of the rice pot and the Hot Plate. Deformation in the
Rice pot or foreign material adhering to the underside
of the rice pot or the hot plate affects the transfer of
heat and the rice will be undercooked.
If the hot plate or the underside of the cooker pot is
dirty or discoloured, lightly rub the surface with a
damp plastic scouring pad and dry thoroughly. Ensure
the rice pot base and the cooking plate are completly
dry before operating the cooker.
When the pot is placed in the cooker the thermostat
allows the cooker switch to be moved to the “cook”
position. At the end of cooking or if the pot is removed
the cooker will revert to the “warm” position. Cooker
operation depends on free movement of the
thermostat. If movement is impeded, brush the cavity
around the thermostat with a suitable brush to free it.
WARRANTY
Your appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months
from the date of purchase. If a fault develops during
this period, please return the unit to your nearest
Tesco store together with the original receipt as proof
of purchase. This warranty in no way affects your
consumer rights.
SPECIFICATIONS
Mains Voltage: 220-240 V AC, 50Hz
Mains Power: 420-500 Watts
Capacity: 1.5 Litres
Net Weight: 1.93 kg
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
Hot Plate
Spring
Thermostat
COOK
WARM
“Cook”
Light
“Warm”
Light
Switch
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